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SOF IGKO · Previous year papers · 2023

SOF IGKO 2023 previous year paper practice · PYQ-pattern set

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SOF IGKO 2023 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 · Science and Technology

    What does 'AI' stand for in modern technology?

    • A. Automated Integration
    • B. Artificial Intelligence
    • C. Advanced Information
    • D. Analog Interface
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    AI stands for Artificial Intelligence, a field of computer science focused on creating systems that can perform tasks requiring human-like intelligence.

  2. Q2 · Environment and Ecology

    World Environment Day is celebrated annually on which date?

    • A. April 22
    • B. May 31
    • C. June 5
    • D. July 11
    Answer and solution

    Answer: C

    World Environment Day is celebrated every year on June 5 to raise global awareness about environmental protection and encourage action on critical issues.

  3. Q3 · Logos, Mascots and Symbols

    What is the name of the mascot for the 2023 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup held in India?

    • A. Stumpy
    • B. Dazzle
    • C. Blaze
    • D. Champion
    Answer and solution

    Answer: C

    The 2023 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup featured two mascots named Blaze (female) and Tonk (male). Among the given options, Blaze matches the official mascot.

  4. Q4 · Economy and Business News

    Which digital payment platform launched by NPCI has crossed over 10 billion transactions per month in 2023?

    • A. BHIM
    • B. UPI
    • C. IMPS
    • D. RTGS
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    Unified Payments Interface (UPI) crossed 10 billion monthly transactions in 2023, making it one of the world's most successful real-time payment systems.

  5. Q5 · Everyday Life Situations

    You are at a public library and need to find a book on Indian history. What is the most appropriate first step?

    • A. Shout loudly asking where history books are kept
    • B. Check the library catalog or ask the librarian politely
    • C. Search randomly through all sections
    • D. Wait for someone to offer help
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    The most effective and courteous approach is to check the library catalog system or politely ask the librarian for assistance in locating books on Indian history.

  6. Q6 · Science and Technology News

    Scientists recently discovered gravitational waves from colliding black holes using which advanced technology?

    • A. Hubble Space Telescope
    • B. LIGO (Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory)
    • C. Radio telescopes
    • D. Particle accelerators
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    LIGO uses laser interferometry to detect gravitational waves caused by cosmic events like colliding black holes, confirming Einstein's predictions.

  7. Q7 · Higher Order General Knowledge

    The International Court of Justice is located in The Hague. In which country is The Hague situated?

    • A. Belgium
    • B. Netherlands
    • C. Luxembourg
    • D. Switzerland
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    The Hague is a city in the Netherlands and serves as the seat of the International Court of Justice, which is the principal judicial organ of the United Nations.

  8. Q8 · Financial Literacy

    Priya wants to buy a laptop worth ₹45,000. She pays ₹15,000 initially and agrees to pay the remaining amount in 6 equal monthly installments with 12% annual simple interest. What is her approximate monthly installment amount?

    • A. ₹5,300
    • B. ₹5,800
    • C. ₹6,200
    • D. ₹5,000
    Answer and solution

    Answer: A

    Remaining amount = ₹30,000. Interest for 6 months = (30,000 × 12 × 0.5)/100 = ₹1,800. Total to pay = ₹31,800. Monthly installment = 31,800/6 = ₹5,300.

  9. Q9 · Sports

    In which year did the International Olympic Committee decide to include skateboarding as an Olympic sport?

    • A. 2014
    • B. 2016
    • C. 2018
    • D. 2020
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    The International Olympic Committee decided to include skateboarding in the Olympics in 2016, and it made its debut at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.

  10. Q10 · Defence and Space

    Which country launched the James Webb Space Telescope in December 2021?

    • A. Russia
    • B. China
    • C. India
    • D. United States
    Answer and solution

    Answer: D

    The United States (NASA), in collaboration with ESA and CSA, launched the James Webb Space Telescope to study the universe's origins.

Breakdown by subject

  • General Awareness

    8 questions

  • Current Affairs

    4 questions

  • Life Skills

    5 questions

  • Achievers Section

    3 questions

SOF IGKO 2023 previous year paper — frequently asked questions

Where can I solve the SOF IGKO 2023 previous year paper (PYQ) free online?
At https://shishya.in/exams/SOF_IGKO/pyq/2023 you can solve SOF IGKO 20 PYQ-pattern questions modelled on the 2023 paper free. Shishya does not reproduce the original paper: every question is freshly worded in that year's pattern — same topics, style and difficulty, new wording and numbers, and this set holds 20 questions, not the whole paper. They run as a timed mock with instant scoring, step-by-step solutions and topic-wise weak-area analysis. No fee and no coaching enrolment needed.
Are these the actual SOF IGKO 2023 paper questions?
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