WBCS 2025 previous year paper practice · PYQ-pattern set

WBCS 2025 PYQ-pattern questions

Showing 10 of the 116 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 · Indian Polity and Governance

   Which of the following Constitutional Amendment Acts introduced the concept of a National Judicial Appointments Commission?

   • A. 97th Constitutional Amendment Act
   • B. 99th Constitutional Amendment Act
   • C. 101st Constitutional Amendment Act
   • D. 103rd Constitutional Amendment Act
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   The 99th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2014 introduced the National Judicial Appointments Commission (NJAC), though it was later struck down by the Supreme Court in 2015.

2. Q2 · Current Affairs

   The 'Mission LiFE' initiative launched by the Government of India primarily focuses on:

   • A. Promoting sustainable lifestyles and environmental conservation
   • B. Increasing life expectancy through healthcare reforms
   • C. Financial inclusion for economically weaker sections
   • D. Digital literacy in rural areas
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment) is a global movement to encourage individuals and communities to adopt sustainable and environmentally conscious lifestyles.

3. Q3 · Analytical Reasoning

   In a family of six persons P, Q, R, S, T, and U, there are three married couples. Q is a doctor and the father of T. U is the grandfather of R and is a lawyer. S is the grandmother of T and is a housewife. P is R's mother. There are two doctors, one lawyer, one teacher, one housewife, and one engineer in the family. Which of the following is definitely a couple?

   • A. P and R
   • B. Q and P
   • C. U and S
   • D. T and R
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   U (grandfather/lawyer) and S (grandmother/housewife) must be married to each other as they are grandparents of R and T, making them definitely a couple.

4. Q4 · Number System

   The HCF and LCM of two numbers are 12 and 420 respectively. If one of the numbers is 60, what is the other number?

   • A. 70
   • B. 84
   • C. 96
   • D. 108
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Using the formula: Product of two numbers = HCF × LCM. Therefore, 60 × other number = 12 × 420 = 5040. Other number = 5040 ÷ 60 = 84.

5. Q5 · Ratio and Proportion

   The monthly incomes of two friends P and Q are in the ratio 5 : 7 and their monthly expenditures are in the ratio 3 : 5. If each saves ₹2,400 per month, what is the monthly income of P?

   • A. ₹4,800
   • B. ₹6,000
   • C. ₹7,200
   • D. ₹8,400
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Let P's income be 5x and Q's income be 7x. Let their expenditures be 3y and 5y respectively. Since both save ₹2,400: 5x – 3y = 2,400 and 7x – 5y = 2,400. Solving, y = 1,200 and x = 1,200. So P's income = 5×1,200 = ₹6,000.

6. Q6 · Averages

   The average of five consecutive even numbers is 48. What is the largest of these numbers?

   • A. 50
   • B. 52
   • C. 54
   • D. 56
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   The middle (third) number in five consecutive even numbers equals the average, so the middle number is 48. The five numbers are 44, 46, 48, 50, 52. The largest is 52.

7. Q7 · Vocabulary

   নিচের কোন শব্দটি 'আলো' শব্দের সমার্থক নয়?

   • A. দীপ্তি
   • B. জ্যোতি
   • C. কিরণ
   • D. অন্ধকার
   Answer and solution

   Answer: D

   অন্ধকার is the antonym (বিপরীত শব্দ) of আলো, not a synonym. The other three options are valid synonyms for light.

8. Q8 · Reading Comprehension

   Read the passage: 'Despite technological advancements, libraries continue to serve as vital community centers. They provide not only books but also digital resources, meeting spaces, and educational programs that foster learning and social interaction.' What is the main idea of this passage?

   • A. Technology has made libraries obsolete.
   • B. Libraries offer multiple services beyond traditional book lending.
   • C. Digital resources are more important than physical books.
   • D. Community centers are replacing libraries.
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   The passage emphasizes that libraries continue to be important by providing diverse services including books, digital resources, spaces, and programs, making option B the main idea.

9. Q9 · Indian Polity and Governance

   Which constitutional body is tasked with reviewing the financial relations between the Union and the States every five years?

   • A. Planning Commission
   • B. Finance Commission
   • C. NITI Aayog
   • D. Inter-State Council
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   The Finance Commission is constitutionally mandated under Article 280 to recommend the distribution of financial resources between the Centre and States every five years.

10. Q10 · Current Affairs

    India successfully tested the Agni-V missile with Multiple Independently Targetable Reentry Vehicle (MIRV) technology under which mission name?

    • A. Mission Divyastra
    • B. Mission Shakti
    • C. Mission Sagar
    • D. Mission Kavach
    Answer and solution

    Answer: A

    Mission Divyastra was the name of the successful test of Agni-V with MIRV technology, marking India's entry into an elite group of nations with this capability.