MPSC Rajyaseva 2024 previous year paper practice · PYQ-pattern set

MPSC Rajyaseva 2024 PYQ-pattern questions

Showing 10 of the 20 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 · History of India and Indian National Movement

   The Quit India Movement was launched by Mahatma Gandhi in which year?

   • A. 1940
   • B. 1942
   • C. 1944
   • D. 1946
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   The Quit India Movement was launched on 8 August 1942 at the Bombay session of the All India Congress Committee, with Gandhi giving the call of 'Do or Die' to end British rule.

2. Q2 · Economic and Social Development

   Which of the following is/are objectives of the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)? 1. Universal access to banking facilities 2. Financial literacy 3. Access to credit and insurance Select the correct answer:

   • A. 1 only
   • B. 1 and 2 only
   • C. 2 and 3 only
   • D. 1, 2 and 3
   Answer and solution

   Answer: D

   All three are objectives of PMJDY launched in 2014. The scheme aims to ensure universal access to banking facilities, promote financial literacy, provide access to credit, insurance, and pension facilities to the unbanked population.

3. Q3 · History of Maharashtra

   The Satyashodhak Samaj was founded by Mahatma Jyotirao Phule in which year?

   • A. 1867
   • B. 1873
   • C. 1880
   • D. 1885
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Mahatma Jyotirao Phule founded the Satyashodhak Samaj (Society of Truth Seekers) on September 24, 1873 in Pune. The organization aimed to liberate the lower castes from exploitation and to promote rational thinking and rejection of superstition.

4. Q4 · Society and Social Reform in Maharashtra

   Which of the following social reformers founded the Satyashodhak Samaj in Maharashtra to promote education and social equality among the lower castes?

   • A. Gopal Krishna Gokhale
   • B. Jyotirao Phule
   • C. Bal Gangadhar Tilak
   • D. Ranade Mahadev Govind
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Jyotirao Phule founded the Satyashodhak Samaj in 1873 to promote rational thinking and reject caste-based discrimination in Maharashtra.

5. Q5 · Interpersonal and Communication Skills

   A senior officer asks you to complete a task within two hours, but you realize that the task realistically requires four hours. What is the most appropriate course of action?

   • A. Accept the deadline silently and try to complete whatever is possible in two hours
   • B. Politely inform the officer about the realistic time requirement and seek guidance on priorities
   • C. Refuse the assignment outright as it is impossible
   • D. Delegate the task to a junior colleague without informing the officer
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Effective communication involves informing superiors about realistic constraints while seeking guidance, which maintains transparency and professionalism.

6. Q6 · Basic Numeracy

   What is the value of (15 × 12) + (18 ÷ 6) - 7?

   • A. 176
   • B. 180
   • C. 183
   • D. 186
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   Following order of operations: (15 × 12) + (18 ÷ 6) - 7 = 180 + 3 - 7 = 176.

7. Q7 · Data Interpretation

   In a class, 60% students passed in Mathematics and 70% students passed in English. If 50% students passed in both subjects, what percentage of students failed in both subjects?

   • A. 10%
   • B. 15%
   • C. 20%
   • D. 25%
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   Students who passed in at least one subject = 60% + 70% - 50% = 80%. Therefore, students who failed in both = 100% - 80% = 20%.

8. Q8 · General Science and Technology

   Which of the following statements about India's Space Technology initiatives is/are correct? 1. Chandrayaan-3 successfully landed on the lunar South Pole region. 2. ISRO's GSAT satellites are primarily used for defense communication. 3. The NAVIC system provides regional navigation coverage. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

   • A. 1 and 2 only
   • B. 1 and 3 only
   • C. 2 and 3 only
   • D. 1, 2 and 3
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Statement 1 is correct as Chandrayaan-3 achieved a soft landing near the South Pole. Statement 3 is correct as NAVIC provides regional navigation services. Statement 2 is incorrect because GSAT satellites serve multiple purposes including telecommunications, broadcasting, and meteorology, not primarily defense.

9. Q9 · Maharashtra Economy and Welfare

   The Jalyukt Shivar Abhiyan launched by the Maharashtra government primarily aims at:

   • A. Promoting drip irrigation in sugarcane farming
   • B. Making villages water-neutral through watershed management
   • C. Providing free electricity for agricultural pumps
   • D. Establishing cold storage chains
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Jalyukt Shivar Abhiyan is a flagship water conservation program aimed at making villages drought-free and water-neutral through measures like deepening streams, constructing check dams, and watershed management.

10. Q10 · Decision-Making and Problem Solving

    You are the District Collector of a region where a severe flood has affected multiple villages. Resources are limited. You have three priorities: (1) Rescue stranded villagers, (2) Provide medical aid to injured, (3) Restore electricity supply. However, due to shortage of personnel, you can immediately address only two priorities. Which combination would you choose?

    • A. Rescue and Medical aid
    • B. Rescue and Electricity
    • C. Medical aid and Electricity
    • D. All three simultaneously by dividing resources equally
    Answer and solution

    Answer: A

    Rescue of stranded villagers is the most urgent priority to prevent loss of life, followed immediately by medical aid to the injured. Electricity restoration, though important, is secondary when lives are at immediate risk.