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Tripura PSC 2025 PYQ-pattern questions

Showing 10 of the 91 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 · Merger with India 1949

   The Tripura Merger Agreement was signed on which date in 1949?

   • A. 15th August 1949
   • B. 9th September 1949
   • C. 26th January 1949
   • D. 14th November 1949
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   The Tripura Merger Agreement was signed on 9th September 1949 between Maharani Kanchan Prava Devi and the Government of India. It became effective on 15th October 1949, making Tripura a Part 'C' State of India.

2. Q2 · Manikya Dynasty

   Who is often referred to as 'the architect of Modern Tripura' due to his contributions to the state's infrastructure and development?

   • A. Ratna Manikya
   • B. Dhanya Manikya
   • C. Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya
   • D. Maha Manikya
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya (reigned 1923–1947) is widely regarded as the architect of Modern Tripura. He invested heavily in infrastructure, education, and urban planning before his death in 1947.

3. Q3 · TTAADC — 6th Schedule Council

   The Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) was brought under the 6th Schedule of the Constitution with effect from which date?

   • A. 15th January 1982
   • B. 1st April 1985
   • C. 26th January 1950
   • D. 23rd August 1979
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   The TTAADC was initially constituted in January 1982. Later, after Parliament approved it on 23rd August 1984, the Council was brought under the 6th Schedule of the Constitution with effect from 1st April 1985.

4. Q4 · Hojagiri and Folk Dances

   The Hojagiri dance of Tripura, performed by young girls balancing on earthen pitchers, is associated with which tribal community?

   • A. Tripuri
   • B. Chakma
   • C. Reang
   • D. Jamatia
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   The Hojagiri dance is the most famous dance form of the Reang (also called Bru) community. It features young girls dancing while balancing on earthen pitchers.

5. Q5 · Kokborok Language and Culture

   Kokborok Day is observed in Tripura every year on which date?

   • A. 26th January
   • B. 19th January
   • C. 15th August
   • D. 21st February
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Kokborok Day is observed on 19th January every year in Tripura to celebrate the development of the Kokborok language. This date commemorates its initial recognition as an official language in 1979.

6. Q6 · Tribes of Tripura

   How many Scheduled Tribes are officially recognized in Tripura?

   • A. 12
   • B. 15
   • C. 19
   • D. 23
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   Tripura officially recognizes 19 Scheduled Tribes, each with distinct linguistic, cultural, and social traditions. The Tripuri (Tiprasa) community is the largest among them.

7. Q7 · Constitution of India

   The Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution provides for the administration of tribal areas in which of the following states? 1. Assam 2. Meghalaya 3. Tripura 4. Mizoram 5. Nagaland Select the correct answer:

   • A. 1, 2 and 3 only
   • B. 1, 2, 3 and 4 only
   • C. 1, 2, 4 and 5 only
   • D. All of the above
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   The Sixth Schedule of the Constitution provides for the administration of tribal areas in Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram. Nagaland is not covered under the Sixth Schedule; it has special provisions under Article 371(A).

8. Q8 · Numerical Ability

   If a train travels 240 km in 4 hours, what is its average speed in km/hr?

   • A. 50 km/hr
   • B. 55 km/hr
   • C. 60 km/hr
   • D. 65 km/hr
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   Average speed = Total distance ÷ Total time = 240 km ÷ 4 hours = 60 km/hr.

9. Q9 · Modern India

   After independence, when princely states were integrated into the Indian Union, Tripura initially became which category of state?

   • A. Part A State
   • B. Part B State
   • C. Part C State
   • D. Part D State
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   After signing the Merger Agreement in September 1949, Tripura became a Part C State (Chief Commissioner's Province) of India, administered by a Chief Commissioner. It became a full-fledged state in 1972.

10. Q10 · Manikya Dynasty

    The royal chronicle 'Rajmala' records the history of which ruling dynasty of Tripura?

    • A. Ahom Dynasty
    • B. Koch Dynasty
    • C. Manikya Dynasty
    • D. Chutia Dynasty
    Answer and solution

    Answer: C

    The Rajmala is the royal chronicle of the Tripura Manikya dynasty. It documents the history and genealogy of the Manikya rulers who governed Tripura for centuries until the merger with India in 1949.