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TNPSC Group IV 2024 previous year paper · official paper and PYQ-pattern practice

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  1. Q1 · History and Culture of India

    Which among the following dynasties is known for its significant contribution to temple architecture in South India during the medieval period?

    • A. Chola Dynasty
    • B. Nanda Dynasty
    • C. Maurya Dynasty
    • D. Kushan Dynasty
    Answer and solution

    Answer: A

    The Chola Dynasty is renowned for its magnificent temple architecture and bronze sculptures, which flourished during the medieval period in South India.

  2. Q2 · Simplification

    Simplify: 156 + 248 - 139 + 65

    • A. 320
    • B. 330
    • C. 340
    • D. 350
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    Performing operations left to right: 156 + 248 = 404, 404 - 139 = 265, 265 + 65 = 330.

  3. Q3 · Indian National Movement

    The Quit India Movement was launched in which year?

    • A. 1940
    • B. 1942
    • C. 1945
    • D. 1947
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    The Quit India Movement was launched by Mahatma Gandhi on August 8, 1942, demanding an end to British rule in India.

  4. Q4 · Simple and Compound Interest

    A sum of ₹15,000 amounts to ₹18,150 in 2 years at simple interest. What is the rate of interest per annum?

    • A. 8.5%
    • B. 9%
    • C. 10.5%
    • D. 12%
    Answer and solution

    Answer: C

    SI = 18150 - 15000 = ₹3150. Using SI = (P × R × T)/100, we get 3150 = (15000 × R × 2)/100. Solving, R = 10.5%.

  5. Q5 · Time and Work

    If 12 workers can complete a construction in 20 days, how many days will 15 workers take to complete the same work?

    • A. 16 days
    • B. 18 days
    • C. 14 days
    • D. 15 days
    Answer and solution

    Answer: A

    Using inverse proportion: 12 × 20 = 15 × x, so x = 240/15 = 16 days.

  6. Q6 · Dice and Cubes

    A dice is thrown once. What is the probability of getting an even number?

    • A. 1/3
    • B. 1/2
    • C. 2/3
    • D. 1/6
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    Even numbers on a dice are 2, 4, 6 (3 outcomes). Total outcomes = 6. Probability = 3/6 = 1/2.

  7. Q7 · Data Interpretation

    A bar chart shows sales of Books and Magazines over 5 years. In Year 3, Books sold 120 units and Magazines sold 80 units. What is the difference in sales?

    • A. 30 units
    • B. 40 units
    • C. 50 units
    • D. 60 units
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    Difference = 120 - 80 = 40 units.

  8. Q8 · Visual Reasoning

    In a sequence of figures, a line rotates 45° clockwise each time. If the current position is vertical, what will be the position after two steps?

    • A. Horizontal
    • B. Diagonal (45°)
    • C. Diagonal (135°)
    • D. Vertical
    Answer and solution

    Answer: A

    After two steps: 45° + 45° = 90° clockwise from vertical becomes horizontal.

  9. Q9 · Alphanumeric Reasoning

    If RIVER is coded as OFSBO (each letter shifted backward by 3), then what is the code for WATER?

    • A. TXQBO
    • B. TXQBP
    • C. TRVBO
    • D. TXRBO
    Answer and solution

    Answer: A

    Each letter shifts 3 positions backward: W→T, A→X (backward wraps), T→Q, E→B, R→O, giving TXQBO.

  10. Q10 · Number Series

    Identify the missing number: 5, 10, 20, 35, 55, ?

    • A. 75
    • B. 80
    • C. 85
    • D. 90
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    Differences are +5, +10, +15, +20; next difference is +25, so 55 + 25 = 80.

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TNPSC Group IV 2024 previous year paper — frequently asked questions

Where can I solve the TNPSC Group IV 2024 previous year paper (PYQ) free online?
At https://shishya.in/exams/TN_TNPSC_GROUP4/pyq/2024 you can solve TNPSC Group IV 18 PYQ-pattern questions modelled on the 2024 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 18 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. The original 2024 paper is published by Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission: https://www.tnpsc.gov.in/Tentative/Document/01_2024_GR_IV_GENERAL_ENGLISH.pdf
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