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Q1 · Indian History
Who among the following was the founder of the Satavahana dynasty?
- A. Gautamiputra Satakarni
- B. Simuka
- C. Hala
- D. Yajnasri Satakarni
Answer and solution
Answer: B
Simuka is recognized as the founder of the Satavahana dynasty which ruled over the Deccan region from around 230 BCE.
Q2 · Jaher Vahivat (Public Administration)
The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992 is related to which of the following?
- A. Urban Local Bodies
- B. Panchayati Raj Institutions
- C. Cooperative Societies
- D. Trade Unions
Answer and solution
Answer: B
The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992 gave constitutional status to Panchayati Raj Institutions and provided for decentralized governance at the grassroots level.
Q3 · Current Affairs
Which country hosted the G20 Summit in 2023?
- A. Indonesia
- B. India
- C. Brazil
- D. South Africa
Answer and solution
Answer: B
India held the G20 Presidency and hosted the G20 Summit in New Delhi in September 2023.
Q4 · Geography of Gujarat
Which of the following is the highest peak in Gujarat?
- A. Girnar
- B. Wilson Hills
- C. Pavagadh
- D. Saputara
Answer and solution
Answer: A
Girnar, located near Junagadh, is the highest peak in Gujarat at approximately 1,117 meters above sea level.
Q5 · Culture and Art of Gujarat
Which of the following is NOT a traditional folk dance form of Gujarat?
- A. Garba
- B. Dandiya Raas
- C. Bhavai
- D. Kathakali
Answer and solution
Answer: D
Kathakali is a classical dance-drama form from Kerala, not Gujarat. Garba, Dandiya Raas, and Bhavai are traditional folk art forms of Gujarat.
Q6 · Schemes of Gujarat Government
Under which scheme does the Gujarat Government provide financial assistance of ₹12,000 to pregnant women belonging to SC, ST, NFSA, and PM-JAY beneficiary categories?
- A. Namo Lakshmi Yojana
- B. Namo Shri Scheme
- C. Namo Saraswati Scheme
- D. Vahli Dikri Yojana
Answer and solution
Answer: B
Namo Shri Scheme was announced in Gujarat Budget 2024-25 to strengthen nutrition and health of pregnant and lactating mothers, providing ₹12,000 assistance to eligible women.
Q7 · Samas (સમાસ)
'રાતદિવસ' શબ્દમાં કયો સમાસ છે?
- A. દ્વંદ્વ સમાસ
- B. તત્પુરુષ સમાસ
- C. કર્મધારય સમાસ
- D. બહુવ્રીહિ સમાસ
Answer and solution
Answer: A
'રાત' અને 'દિવસ' બંને સમાન મહત્વના છે અને 'અને' શબ્દ વડે જોડાય છે, તેથી દ્વંદ્વ સમાસ છે.
Q8 · Translation (English to Gujarati)
નીચેનું અંગ્રેજી વાક્ય ગુજરાતીમાં અનુવાદ કરો: "The teacher explained the lesson clearly to all the students." યોગ્ય ગુજરાતી અનુવાદ શોધો:
- A. શિક્ષકે બધા વિદ્યાર્થીઓને પાઠ સ્પષ્ટપણે સમજાવ્યો.
- B. શિક્ષકે પાઠ વાંચ્યો બધા વિદ્યાર્થીઓને.
- C. વિદ્યાર્થીઓએ સ્પષ્ટ પાઠ શીખ્યો શિક્ષક પાસેથી.
- D. પાઠનું સ્પષ્ટીકરણ શિક્ષકે કર્યું નથી.
Answer and solution
Answer: A
Option A correctly translates the sentence maintaining the subject-verb-object structure and accurately conveying the meaning that the teacher explained the lesson clearly to all students.
Q9 · Reading Comprehension
Read the passage and answer the question: Water conservation has become increasingly critical in modern times. With growing population and industrial demands, traditional water sources are under severe stress. Rainwater harvesting offers a sustainable solution by collecting and storing rainwater for future use. This method not only reduces dependence on groundwater but also helps in recharging aquifers. Many cities have now made rainwater harvesting mandatory for new buildings. According to the passage, what is the primary advantage of rainwater harvesting?
- A. It provides unlimited water supply
- B. It reduces dependence on groundwater and helps recharge aquifers
- C. It eliminates the need for traditional water sources completely
- D. It is cheaper than all other water conservation methods
Answer and solution
Answer: B
The passage explicitly states that rainwater harvesting 'reduces dependence on groundwater' and 'helps in recharging aquifers' as its key benefits.
Q10 · Composition / Essay Writing
In essay writing, which of the following is the most important function of an introductory paragraph?
- A. To provide detailed arguments with supporting evidence
- B. To introduce the topic and state the thesis or main idea
- C. To summarize all points discussed in the essay
- D. To conclude the essay with recommendations
Answer and solution
Answer: B
The introductory paragraph should introduce the topic clearly and present the thesis statement, which sets the direction for the entire essay.
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