HR Police PC 2025 previous year paper practice · PYQ-pattern set

HR Police PC 2025 PYQ-pattern questions

Showing 10 of the 18 PYQ-pattern questions in this set — freshly worded in that year's pattern, not the original questions. Answers and solutions open under each question.

1. Q1 · Indian Polity and Constitution

   How many members are nominated by the President to the Rajya Sabha?

   • A. 10
   • B. 12
   • C. 14
   • D. 15
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   According to Article 80 of the Indian Constitution, the President nominates 12 members to the Rajya Sabha who have special knowledge or practical experience in literature, science, art, and social service.

2. Q2 · Current Affairs

   The G20 Summit held in India in 2023 took place in which city?

   • A. Mumbai
   • B. Bengaluru
   • C. New Delhi
   • D. Hyderabad
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   The G20 Summit was held in New Delhi on 9-10 September 2023 under India's presidency, with the theme 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' meaning 'One Earth, One Family, One Future'.

3. Q3 · Static GK

   Which Indian state is the largest producer of pearl millet (bajra) in the country?

   • A. Rajasthan
   • B. Haryana
   • C. Gujarat
   • D. Uttar Pradesh
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   Rajasthan is the largest producer of pearl millet in India, accounting for over 40% of the national production, due to its arid climate and suitable soil conditions.

4. Q4 · Scientific Methodology

   In a scientific experiment, what is a 'control group' primarily used for?

   • A. To test the experimental hypothesis
   • B. To serve as a baseline for comparison with the experimental group
   • C. To conduct multiple trials simultaneously
   • D. To verify the accuracy of measurement instruments
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   A control group is used as a baseline for comparison, remaining unchanged or receiving a placebo, to isolate the effects of the variable being tested in the experimental group.

5. Q5 · Coding and Decoding

   In a certain code language, 'MOBILE' is written as 'NPCJMF'. How will 'LAPTOP' be written in that code?

   • A. MBQUPQ
   • B. MBQTPO
   • C. MBQUPO
   • D. MBQTOP
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   Each letter is shifted +1. L->M, A->B, P->Q, T->U, O->P, P->Q, giving MBQUPQ.

6. Q6 · Puzzles and Seating Arrangement

   Five friends A, B, C, D, and E are seated in a row facing North. C is sitting between A and E. D is not at any end and is sitting to the immediate left of E. Who is sitting at the extreme right end?

   • A. A
   • B. B
   • C. C
   • D. E
   Answer and solution

   Answer: D

   D is immediately left of E giving ...D,E. C between A and E gives A,C,...,E with C between them. Combining: A,C,D,E consecutive, and B must fill the remaining leftmost spot: B,A,C,D,E. This satisfies all constraints (D not at end, D left of E, C between A and E), leaving E at the extreme right.

7. Q7 · Statement and Arguments

   Statement: The government should impose stricter penalties for environmental violations by industrial units. Arguments: I. Yes, because this will discourage industries from polluting the environment and ensure compliance with environmental norms. II. No, because imposing heavy penalties may force small industries to shut down, leading to unemployment. Which of the following is correct?

   • A. Only argument I is strong
   • B. Only argument II is strong
   • C. Both arguments I and II are strong
   • D. Neither argument I nor II is strong
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   Both arguments are strong. Argument I correctly highlights the deterrent effect of penalties on pollution. Argument II presents a valid concern about economic impact on small industries and unemployment.

8. Q8 · Ratio and Proportion

   Two numbers are in the ratio 5:8. If 6 is added to each number, the ratio becomes 7:10. Find the smaller number.

   • A. 15
   • B. 20
   • C. 25
   • D. 30
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   Let numbers be 5x and 8x. (5x+6)/(8x+6)=7/10 gives 50x+60=56x+42, so 6x=18, x=3. Smaller number = 5(3)=15.

9. Q9 · Time, Speed and Distance

   A train running at a speed of 72 km/hr crosses a pole in 18 seconds. What is the length of the train?

   • A. 320 m
   • B. 360 m
   • C. 400 m
   • D. 340 m
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Speed = 72 km/hr = 72 × 5/18 = 20 m/s. Length of train = Speed × Time = 20 × 18 = 360 m.

10. Q10 · Data Interpretation

    In a class of 50 students, 30 students passed in Math and 25 passed in Science. If 15 students passed in both subjects, how many students failed in both?

    • A. 10
    • B. 5
    • C. 8
    • D. 12
    Answer and solution

    Answer: A

    Students who passed at least one subject = 30 + 25 - 15 = 40. Students failed in both = 50 - 40 = 10.