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Q1 · Indian History and Culture
Which of the following movements was launched in 1942 as a mass civil disobedience movement demanding an immediate end to British rule in India?
- A. Non-Cooperation Movement
- B. Civil Disobedience Movement
- C. Quit India Movement
- D. Khilafat Movement
Answer and solution
Answer: C
The Quit India Movement was launched by Mahatma Gandhi on 8 August 1942 at the Bombay session of the All-India Congress Committee. It demanded an immediate end to British rule in India.
Q2 · Indian Polity and Governance
Under which Article of the Indian Constitution is the Right to Freedom of Religion guaranteed?
- A. Articles 19-22
- B. Articles 23-24
- C. Articles 25-28
- D. Articles 29-30
Answer and solution
Answer: C
Articles 25-28 of the Indian Constitution guarantee the Right to Freedom of Religion as a fundamental right. This includes freedom of conscience, free profession, practice and propagation of religion.
Q3 · Economy of Telangana
As per Telangana's economic survey, which sector contributed the highest percentage to the state's GSDP (Gross State Domestic Product) in the year 2021-22?
- A. Agriculture and Allied Activities
- B. Manufacturing
- C. Services Sector
- D. Construction
Answer and solution
Answer: C
The Services Sector has been the largest contributor to Telangana's GSDP, accounting for over 60% of the state's economy, driven by IT, finance, and trade.
Q4 · Graphs and Diagrams
A bar graph shows the production of rice (in lakh tonnes) in four districts: P (45), Q (38), R (52), S (40). If the state government sets a target to increase total production by 15% in the following year, what should be the new total production (in lakh tonnes)?
- A. 195.25
- B. 201.25
- C. 210.00
- D. 215.50
Answer and solution
Answer: B
Current total = 45 + 38 + 52 + 40 = 175 lakh tonnes. New production = 175 × 1.15 = 201.25 lakh tonnes.
Q5 · Tables and Charts
The following table shows the number of students enrolled in different courses in a college: Course | Boys | Girls Arts | 240 | 360 Science | 320 | 280 Commerce | 400 | 350 What is the ratio of total boys to total girls enrolled in the college?
- A. 24:25
- B. 96:99
- C. 32:33
- D. 48:49
Answer and solution
Answer: C
Total boys = 240 + 320 + 400 = 960. Total girls = 360 + 280 + 350 = 990. Ratio = 960:990 = 32:33.
Q6 · Science and Technology
Consider the following statements regarding CRISPR-Cas9 technology: 1. It is a genome editing tool that can modify DNA sequences in living organisms. 2. The technology was derived from a naturally occurring defense mechanism in bacteria. 3. It can only be used for therapeutic purposes in humans and not for agricultural applications. Which of the above statements is/are correct?
- A. 1 and 2 only
- B. 2 and 3 only
- C. 1 and 3 only
- D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer and solution
Answer: A
Statements 1 and 2 are correct. CRISPR-Cas9 is indeed a genome editing tool and was discovered as a bacterial immune system. Statement 3 is incorrect because CRISPR has wide applications including crop improvement, disease resistance in plants, and other agricultural uses.
Q7 · Economic Development
Consider the following statements about the Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management (FRBM) Act: 1. It mandates the elimination of revenue deficit and reduction of fiscal deficit. 2. The Act provides for annual targets to be set by the Finance Minister. 3. The FRBM Review Committee recommended a debt-to-GDP ratio of 60% for the general government by 2023. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- A. 1 only
- B. 1 and 3 only
- C. 2 and 3 only
- D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer and solution
Answer: B
Statements 1 and 3 are correct. The FRBM Act aims to ensure fiscal discipline through targets for deficits, and the N.K. Singh Committee recommended a combined debt-to-GDP ratio of 60%. Statement 2 is incorrect as annual targets are set through the Medium-Term Fiscal Policy Statement presented to Parliament.
Q8 · Governance in Telangana
Under which scheme does the Telangana government provide financial assistance of ₹10,000 per acre per season to farmers?
- A. Rythu Bandhu
- B. PM-KISAN
- C. Rythu Bima
- D. Annadata Sukhibhava
Answer and solution
Answer: A
Rythu Bandhu is a flagship investment support scheme launched by the Telangana government providing ₹10,000 per acre per season directly to farmers for cultivation expenses.
Q9 · Society and Culture of Telangana
The 'Bathukamma' festival celebrated in Telangana symbolizes which of the following cultural aspects?
- A. Harvest and prosperity
- B. Goddess worship and feminine power
- C. Victory of good over evil
- D. Commemoration of ancestors
Answer and solution
Answer: B
Bathukamma is a floral festival celebrating the goddess Gauri and symbolizes feminine power, life, and cultural identity unique to Telangana.
Q10 · Basic Statistics
The marks obtained by five students in a Mental Ability test are: 68, 72, 85, 91, and 74. What is the mean score of these students?
- A. 76
- B. 78
- C. 80
- D. 82
Answer and solution
Answer: B
Mean = (68 + 72 + 85 + 91 + 74) / 5 = 390 / 5 = 78.

Breakdown by subject

General Studies
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Telangana Movement and State Formation
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Data Analysis and Interpretation
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Mental Ability and Reasoning
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