JKSSB 2021 previous year paper practice · PYQ-pattern set

JKSSB 2021 PYQ-pattern questions

Showing 10 of the 19 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 · General Science

   Which vitamin is essential for the absorption of calcium in the human body?

   • A. Vitamin A
   • B. Vitamin C
   • C. Vitamin D
   • D. Vitamin K
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   Vitamin D is crucial for the absorption of calcium in the intestines, which is essential for maintaining healthy bones and teeth.

2. Q2 · History of India

   The Salt Satyagraha led by Mahatma Gandhi in 1930 started from which place?

   • A. Porbandar
   • B. Sabarmati Ashram
   • C. Champaran
   • D. Dandi
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   The Salt Satyagraha, also known as the Dandi March, began on March 12, 1930, from Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad and concluded at Dandi on the Gujarat coast.

3. Q3 · Flora and Fauna of J&K

   Hangul, the endangered species found in Dachigam National Park, is a species of which animal?

   • A. Snow Leopard
   • B. Kashmir Red Deer
   • C. Himalayan Brown Bear
   • D. Asiatic Black Bear
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Hangul is the local name for Kashmir Red Deer (Cervus elaphus hanglu), a critically endangered subspecies found in Dachigam National Park.

4. Q4 · International Organizations

   Which international organization awards the Nobel Peace Prize annually?

   • A. United Nations General Assembly
   • B. Norwegian Nobel Committee
   • C. International Court of Justice
   • D. Swedish Academy
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   The Norwegian Nobel Committee, appointed by the Norwegian Parliament, is responsible for awarding the Nobel Peace Prize each year.

5. Q5 · Reading Comprehension

   Read the following passage: 'Good governance is essential for the development of any region. It requires transparency, accountability, and active participation of citizens in decision-making processes.' What is the main idea of the passage?

   • A. Citizens must make all decisions
   • B. Regional development depends on good governance
   • C. Transparency is not important
   • D. Governance can be improved without accountability
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   The passage emphasizes that good governance is essential for regional development, highlighting transparency, accountability, and citizen participation.

6. Q6 · Current Affairs of J&K

   The 'SEHAT' scheme launched in Jammu and Kashmir in December 2020 stands for which of the following?

   • A. State Employment for Health and Technology
   • B. Social Endeavour for Health and Telemedicine
   • C. Special Education and Health Assistance Trust
   • D. Socio-Economic Health and Training
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   SEHAT stands for Social Endeavour for Health and Telemedicine, a health insurance initiative rolled out by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 26 December 2020 for J&K.

7. Q7 · Phrases and Phrasal Verbs

   What is the meaning of the phrasal verb 'call off' in the sentence: "The meeting was called off due to bad weather"?

   • A. Postponed
   • B. Cancelled
   • C. Arranged
   • D. Rescheduled
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   The phrasal verb 'call off' means to cancel an event or activity, which fits the context of the bad weather preventing the meeting.

8. Q8 · Modals

   Which sentence correctly expresses a past unfulfilled obligation?

   • A. You must have informed me earlier.
   • B. You should have informed me earlier.
   • C. You could inform me earlier.
   • D. You would inform me earlier.
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   'Should have + past participle' expresses an obligation or duty in the past that was not fulfilled, which is the correct structure for regret or criticism.

9. Q9 · Tenses

   Identify the correct tense form: By next year, she _____ her degree.

   • A. will complete
   • B. will have completed
   • C. completes
   • D. has completed
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   The future perfect tense 'will have completed' is used to indicate an action that will be finished before a specific time in the future.

10. Q10 · Number System

    If the sum of three consecutive odd numbers is 117, what is the largest number?

    • A. 37
    • B. 39
    • C. 41
    • D. 43
    Answer and solution

    Answer: C

    Let the numbers be x, x+2, x+4. Then x+(x+2)+(x+4)=117 gives 3x+6=117, so x=37. The largest is 37+4=41.