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TSPSC Group I 2023 previous year paper practice · PYQ-pattern set

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Q1 · Geography
The confluence of which two rivers forms the Pranahita River, which is the largest tributary of the Godavari in Telangana?
- A. Wardha and Wainganga
- B. Manjira and Manair
- C. Indravati and Sabari
- D. Penganga and Purna
Answer and solution
Answer: A
The Pranahita River is formed by the confluence of the Wardha and Wainganga rivers at the border of Maharashtra and Telangana. It joins the Godavari River and is the largest tributary of Godavari.
Q2 · Disaster Management and Internal Security
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) in India is chaired by whom?
- A. Union Home Minister
- B. Prime Minister of India
- C. Cabinet Secretary
- D. Chief of Defence Staff
Answer and solution
Answer: B
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) was established under the Disaster Management Act, 2005 and is chaired by the Prime Minister of India as per the statutory provisions.
Q3 · Society and Culture of Telangana
Which folk art form of Telangana is performed by the Yadav community and typically narrates mythological stories through song and dance?
- A. Burra Katha
- B. Oggu Katha
- C. Kolatam
- D. Dappu
Answer and solution
Answer: B
Oggu Katha is a folk performance art traditionally performed by the Yadav community, combining storytelling with rhythmic musical narration of mythological tales.
Q4 · Comprehension and Communication
Choose the word that is most nearly OPPOSITE in meaning to the word 'BENEVOLENT':
- A. Kind
- B. Malevolent
- C. Generous
- D. Compassionate
Answer and solution
Answer: B
Benevolent means kind and well-meaning. Malevolent means having or showing a wish to do evil to others, which is the direct opposite.
Q5 · Spatial and Abstract Reasoning
A person is facing North. He turns 90° clockwise, then 180° anticlockwise, and finally 45° clockwise. In which direction is he facing now?
- A. North-East
- B. South-West
- C. South-East
- D. North-West
Answer and solution
Answer: D
Facing North (0°). Turn 90° clockwise → East (90°). Turn 180° anticlockwise → 90°-180°=-90°=270° = West. Turn 45° clockwise → 270°+45°=315° = North-West.
Q6 · Indian History and Culture
Which of the following statements about the Swadeshi Movement (1905-1911) is/are correct? 1. It was launched in response to the partition of Bengal by Lord Curzon. 2. The movement advocated complete political independence from British rule. 3. It promoted indigenous industries and boycott of British goods. Select the correct answer:
- 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 Swadeshi Movement was indeed triggered by the partition of Bengal and focused on promoting indigenous products while boycotting British goods. Statement 2 is incorrect as the movement primarily sought economic self-reliance, not complete political independence.
Q7 · History of Telangana Movement
The Telangana Praja Samithi (TPS) was formed during the 1969 Telangana Agitation. Who among the following became its president after its initial formation?
- A. K. V. Ranga Reddy
- B. Marri Chenna Reddy
- C. Kaloji Narayana Rao
- D. Ravi Narayana Reddy
Answer and solution
Answer: B
Though TPS was initially formed with Madan Mohan Reddy as president, Marri Chenna Reddy became its president on May 21, 1969, and led the movement with great intensity.
Q8 · Economy of Telangana
The 'Kakatiya Mega Textile Park' in Telangana is located in which district?
- A. Warangal
- B. Karimnagar
- C. Khammam
- D. Nalgonda
Answer and solution
Answer: A
The Kakatiya Mega Textile Park is located in Warangal district and is part of the state's initiative to boost the textile industry and create employment opportunities.
Q9 · Spatial and Abstract Reasoning
A cube is painted red on all faces and then cut into 64 smaller identical cubes. How many smaller cubes will have exactly two faces painted?
- A. 8
- B. 12
- C. 16
- D. 24
Answer and solution
Answer: D
A cube cut into 64 cubes means it's divided into 4×4×4. Cubes with exactly two faces painted lie on edges but not corners. Number = 12 edges × 2 cubes per edge = 24 cubes.
Q10 · Analytical and Logical Reasoning
Find the missing number in the series: 7, 14, 28, 56, 112, ?
- A. 168
- B. 196
- C. 224
- D. 240
Answer and solution
Answer: C
Each term is multiplied by 2 to get the next term: 7×2=14, 14×2=28... 112×2=224.

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Telangana Movement and State Formation
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TSPSC Group I 2023 previous year paper — frequently asked questions

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