TSPSC Group I 2025 previous year paper practice · PYQ-pattern set

TSPSC Group I 2025 PYQ-pattern questions

Showing 10 of the 132 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 · International Relations and Events

   Which of the following international organizations has its headquarters in Geneva and is primarily concerned with global public health?

   • A. International Labour Organization (ILO)
   • B. World Health Organization (WHO)
   • C. United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)
   • D. Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   The World Health Organization (WHO) has its headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. It is a specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for international public health established in 1948.

2. Q2 · History of Telangana Movement

   The Telangana Rebellion (Vetti Chakiri movement) which began in 1946 was primarily against which system of exploitation?

   • A. Bonded labor imposed by the Nizam's government officials
   • B. Forced labor (vetti) imposed by Jagirdars and Deshmukhs
   • C. Tax collection system under the British colonial administration
   • D. Religious discrimination by the local zamindars
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   The Telangana Rebellion was primarily against forced labor (vetti) and feudal exploitation imposed by Jagirdars and Deshmukhs in the Nizam's Hyderabad state.

3. Q3 · Spatial and Abstract Reasoning

   A cube is painted red on all six faces. It is then cut into 64 smaller identical cubes. How many smaller cubes will have exactly two faces painted red?

   • A. 8
   • B. 16
   • C. 24
   • D. 32
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   A cube cut into 64 smaller cubes means it is divided 4×4×4. Cubes with exactly two painted faces are located along the edges (excluding corners). Number of edge cubes = 12 edges × (4-2) = 24.

4. Q4 · Data Analysis and Conclusion

   The following data shows the percentage distribution of renewable energy sources in a state: Solar (32%), Wind (28%), Hydro (24%), Biomass (16%). If the total renewable energy capacity is 2400 MW and the state plans to double its solar capacity while keeping others constant, what will be the new share of solar energy (approx.)?

   • A. 48%
   • B. 51%
   • C. 55%
   • D. 58%
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   Original solar = 768 MW (32% of 2400). Doubling gives 1536 MW; total becomes 3168 MW. New share = 1536/3168 ≈ 48.5%, closest to 48%.

5. Q5 · Economic Development

   Which of the following statements regarding India's Goods and Services Tax (GST) is/are correct? 1. GST is a destination-based tax levied on the consumption of goods and services. 2. Petroleum products are currently included under the GST regime. 3. The GST Council is a constitutional body. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

   • A. 1 and 2 only
   • B. 1 and 3 only
   • C. 2 and 3 only
   • D. 1, 2 and 3
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Statement 1 is correct as GST is indeed a destination-based tax on consumption. Statement 3 is correct as the GST Council was established under Article 279A of the Constitution. However, Statement 2 is incorrect because petroleum products remain outside the GST ambit.

6. Q6 · Indian Society and Social Development

   The 'Beti Bachao Beti Padhao' scheme launched by the Government of India primarily aims to:

   • A. Provide free education to girls up to university level
   • B. Address declining Child Sex Ratio and promote girls' education
   • C. Ensure reservation for women in government jobs
   • D. Provide financial assistance for girls' marriages
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Beti Bachao Beti Padhao was launched in 2015 to address the declining Child Sex Ratio through awareness campaigns and to promote girls' education and empowerment.

7. Q7 · Society and Culture of Telangana

   Which folk art form of Telangana is traditionally performed by the Yadava community during festivals and involves vigorous dancing with sticks?

   • A. Dappu
   • B. Gussadi
   • C. Kolatam
   • D. Perini Shivatandavam
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   Kolatam is a traditional stick dance performed by the Yadava community during festivals in Telangana, characterized by rhythmic stick movements and group coordination.

8. Q8 · Comprehension and Communication

   Choose the word that is most nearly OPPOSITE in meaning to the word 'BENEVOLENT':

   • A. Malevolent
   • B. Generous
   • C. Compassionate
   • D. Altruistic
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   Benevolent means kind and generous. Malevolent means having ill will or wishing harm to others, making it the opposite.

9. Q9 · Decision Making and Problem Solving

   A government department is facing staff shortage during the peak agricultural season. The District Collector has three options: (i) Deploy trainee officers who lack field experience, (ii) Request officers from neighboring districts which will delay their ongoing projects, or (iii) Hire temporary staff through an agency at higher costs. Considering urgency, budget constraints, and long-term effectiveness, which option is MOST suitable?

   • A. Option (i) – Deploy trainee officers with senior supervision
   • B. Option (ii) – Request officers from neighboring districts
   • C. Option (iii) – Hire temporary staff through an agency
   • D. Combine options (i) and (iii) to balance cost and efficiency
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   Deploying trainee officers with senior supervision addresses the urgency while keeping costs low and providing valuable field training, making it the most balanced solution.

10. Q10 · Data Sufficiency

    Question: What is the average monthly salary of employees in a government office? Statement I: There are 40 employees, and the total annual salary expenditure is Rs. 2.16 crore. Statement II: 60% of the employees earn above Rs. 45,000 per month. Which of the following is correct?

    • A. Statement I alone is sufficient
    • B. Statement II alone is sufficient
    • C. Both statements together are sufficient
    • D. Neither statement is sufficient
    Answer and solution

    Answer: A

    Statement I gives total annual expenditure (Rs. 2.16 crore) and number of employees (40). Average monthly salary = 21,60,000 / (40 × 12) = Rs. 45,000. Statement II only provides a distribution, not absolute values.