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MPSC Group C · Previous year papers · 2023

MPSC Group C 2023 previous year paper practice · PYQ-pattern set

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Q1 · Social Reformers of Maharashtra
Which social reformer from Maharashtra founded the 'Satya Shodhak Samaj' to fight against caste discrimination?
- A. Gopal Ganesh Agarkar
- B. Mahatma Jyotirao Phule
- C. Vishnu Shastri Pandit
- D. Gopal Hari Deshmukh
Answer and solution
Answer: B
Mahatma Jyotirao Phule founded the Satya Shodhak Samaj (Society of Truth Seekers) in 1873 to promote social equality and fight against the caste system and untouchability.
Q2 · Art, Culture and Literature of Maharashtra
The Warli painting style is primarily practiced in which region of Maharashtra?
- A. Vidarbha
- B. Marathwada
- C. Konkan and parts of North Maharashtra
- D. Western Ghats only
Answer and solution
Answer: C
Warli painting is a traditional tribal art form practiced by the Warli tribe primarily in the Konkan region and parts of North Maharashtra, characterized by simple geometric patterns.
Q3 · Ratio and Proportion
If A:B = 3:4 and B:C = 5:6, then find A:B:C.
- A. 15:20:24
- B. 3:4:6
- C. 9:12:15
- D. 6:8:10
Answer and solution
Answer: A
Multiply A:B by 5 to get 15:20, and B:C by 4 to get 20:24. Thus, A:B:C = 15:20:24.
Q4 · Time, Speed and Distance
A train covers a distance of 360 km in 6 hours. What is the average speed of the train in km/h?
- A. 50 km/h
- B. 60 km/h
- C. 55 km/h
- D. 65 km/h
Answer and solution
Answer: B
Speed = Distance/Time = 360/6 = 60 km/h, so the correct answer is B.
Q5 · Coding-Decoding
In a certain code, 'FLOWER' is written as 'GMPXFS'. How is 'GARDEN' written in that code?
- A. HBSEFO
- B. HBSEFP
- C. HBSFEO
- D. HBRFEO
Answer and solution
Answer: A
Each letter is shifted +1 in the alphabet (F→G, L→M, etc.). Applying this to GARDEN: G→H, A→B, R→S, D→E, E→F, N→O = HBSEFO.
Q6 · Analogy and Classification
Select the option that is related to the third term in the same way as the second term is related to the first term: Cow : Calf :: Deer : ?
- A. Pup
- B. Fawn
- C. Cub
- D. Kid
Answer and solution
Answer: B
Just as a baby cow is called a calf, a baby deer is called a fawn.
Q7 · English Grammar
Choose the correct form of the verb: Neither of the candidates ____ able to answer the question satisfactorily.
- A. were
- B. was
- C. are
- D. have been
Answer and solution
Answer: B
'Neither' is a singular pronoun and takes a singular verb, so 'was' is correct.
Q8 · Geography of India and Maharashtra
Which of the following rivers does NOT flow through Maharashtra?
- A. Godavari
- B. Krishna
- C. Narmada
- D. Tapi
Answer and solution
Answer: C
The Narmada river flows through Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat, not through Maharashtra. Rivers like Godavari, Krishna, and Tapi flow through Maharashtra.
Q9 · Social Reformers of Maharashtra
Who among the following social reformers is known for founding the 'Satya Shodhak Samaj' in Maharashtra?
- A. Gopal Krishna Gokhale
- B. Jyotirao Phule
- C. Bal Gangadhar Tilak
- D. Ranade
Answer and solution
Answer: B
Jyotirao Phule founded the Satya Shodhak Samaj in 1873 to fight against caste discrimination and promote education for the lower castes and women.
Q10 · Art, Culture and Literature of Maharashtra
Which folk theatre form of Maharashtra is characterized by the use of powerful prose and verse to depict mythological stories?
- A. Lavani
- B. Tamasha
- C. Powada
- D. Dashavatar
Answer and solution
Answer: D
Dashavatar is a traditional folk theatre form that depicts the ten incarnations of Lord Vishnu through dramatic performances using both prose and verse.

Breakdown by subject

Maharashtra — History, Culture and Administration
6 questions
Arithmetic and Numerical Skills
5 questions
Intelligence Test and Reasoning
3 questions
Marathi and English Language
2 questions
General Studies
2 questions

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