➤ The primary goal of a computer system is to turn data into:
- ideas
- suggestions
- information
- reports
The primary goal of a computer system is to convert raw data into meaningful information.
➤ In which generation of computers did multiprogramming start?
- First generation
- Second generation
- Third generation
- Fourth generation
Multiprogramming started with the third generation of computers, which used integrated circuits.
➤ Which is the smallest of the following computers?
- Laptop
- Notebook
- Desktop
- Workstation
The notebook is smaller and more portable than a laptop, desktop, or workstation.
➤ Generally, which button of the mouse is used for OK?
- Left
- Right
- Middle
- Wheel
The left button of the mouse is typically used to confirm actions or select items, including the “OK” function.
➤ Which device can understand the difference between data and programs?
- Input device
- Output device
- Memory
- Microprocessor
The microprocessor can distinguish between data and instructions, executing the latter to process the former.
➤ Which of the following is a part of the system unit?
- Floppy disk
- Monitor
- CD-ROM
- CPU
The CPU (Central Processing Unit) is a crucial part of the system unit.
➤ An electronic path that connects one part of the computer to another is:
- Logic gate
- Serial Port
- Modem
- Bus
A bus is an electronic pathway that connects different components within a computer.
➤ Which of the following computer languages is appropriate for commercial purposes?
- Pascal
- Cobol
- Basic
- Fortran
COBOL (Common Business-Oriented Language) is widely used in business, finance, and administrative systems for companies and governments.
➤ The smallest unit of computer memory is called:
- Byte
- Bit
- Megabyte
- None of these
A bit (binary digit) is the smallest unit of data in computing, representing a single binary value (0 or 1).
➤ A compiler translates a program written in a high-level language into:
- machine language
- an algorithm
- a debugged program
- None of these
A compiler translates high-level programming languages into machine language that the computer can execute.
➤ In MS-DOS, the command that is used to clear the screen is:
- Cls
- Clear
- Clear screen
- Wipe
The “Cls” (Clear Screen) command is used to clear the command prompt screen in MS-DOS.
➤ When more computers are connected at one place, it is called:
- LAN
- WAN
- WON
- DON
A Local Area Network (LAN) is a network that connects computers within a limited area such as a residence, school, or office building.
➤ The most important or powerful computer in a typical network is:
- Network station
- Network client
- Network server
- None of these
The network server is the most important and powerful computer in a network, providing services to other computers (clients).
➤ An alternate name for the completely interconnected network topology is:
- Mesh
- Star
- Tree
- Ring
A mesh topology involves a network structure where every node is connected to every other node, providing multiple paths for data.
➤ A word in a web page that, when clicked, opens another document is:
- anchor
- URL
- hyperlink
- reference
A hyperlink is a word, phrase, or image on a web page that users can click to open a new document or page.
➤ When you cut or copy information, it gets placed in the:
- Clipart
- Clipboard
- Internet
- Motherboard
The clipboard is a temporary storage area for data that the user wants to cut or copy from one place to another.
➤ Which type of file is created by word processing programs?
- Database file
- Storage file
- Worksheet file
- Document file
A document file is created by word processing programs and typically contains text and possibly other elements such as images or tables.
➤ Which of the following devices used a “set of beads” to represent units of data?
- ENIAC
- EDVAC
- Abacus
- MARK-1
The abacus is an ancient calculating device that uses beads to represent numbers and perform arithmetic operations.
➤ “Expert system” is a characteristic of which generation of computers?
- First generation
- Second generation
- Third generation
- Fifth generation
Expert systems, which are designed to solve complex problems by reasoning through bodies of knowledge, are a characteristic of fifth-generation computers.
➤ The flow and timing of data to and from the microprocessor is regulated by:
- Control pins
- Address pins
- Data pins
- Power pins
Control pins regulate the flow and timing of data to and from the microprocessor, ensuring correct operation.
➤ Which of the following is an example of an input device?
- Monitor
- Scanner
- Printer
- Speaker
A scanner is an input device used to convert physical documents into digital format.
➤ Which of the following devices produce the best quality graphics reproduction?
- Laser printer
- Inkjet printer
- Plotter
- Dot matrix printer
Plotters are used for producing high-quality graphics and drawings, typically used in engineering and architectural applications.
➤ Which port can also be used to connect two computers to transmit files?
- Serial port
- Parallel port
- AGP port
- Firewire port
Firewire ports are commonly used for high-speed data transfer between devices, including connecting two computers.
➤ What is the main folder on a storage device called?
- Platform
- Interface
- Root directory
- Device driver
The root directory is the main folder in a storage device, containing all other files and directories.
➤ Which of the following memories has the shortest access time?
- RAM
- ROM
- Cache memory
- Magnetic core memory
Cache memory has the shortest access time, providing fast access to frequently used data.
➤ Which of the following is a binary number?
- 36
- 10
- 45
- 29
The number 10 in binary represents the decimal number 2.
➤ Floating point representation is used to store:
- Boolean values
- Real numbers
- Whole numbers
- All of these
Floating point representation is used to store real numbers, which include fractions and decimal points.
➤ Software is generally classified into which type of software?
- System software
- Utility software
- Application software
- All of these
Software can be classified into system software, utility software, and application software.
➤ Which of the following is/are called low-level language(s)?
- Machine language
- Assembly language
- Both (A) and (B)
- None of these
Both machine language and assembly language are considered low-level languages, as they are closer to hardware and machine instructions.
➤ A translator is best described as:
- an application software
- a system software
- a hardware component
- None of these
A translator, such as a compiler or interpreter, is system software that converts code from one language to another.
➤ Proprietary software is owned exclusively by:
- a single company
- sharing mode
- a single user and freely
- None of these
Proprietary software is owned by a single company, which controls its use, modification, and distribution.
➤ What is the name given to the process of initializing a micro-computer with its operating system?
- Cold booting
- Booting
- Warm booting
- None of these
Booting is the process of starting a computer and loading the operating system into memory.
➤ The program in the operating system that does processor management is called:
- Traffic controller
- Dispatcher
- Processor-scheduler
- Job scheduler
The traffic controller in an operating system manages the allocation and scheduling of the processor to various tasks.
➤ Which of the following is not a type of real-time operating system?
- Hard real-time operating system
- Soft real-time operating system
- Complex real-time operating system
- None of these
There is no “Complex real-time operating system”; real-time operating systems are typically classified as hard or soft.
➤ Which type of commands in MS-DOS needs additional files for their execution?
- Internal commands
- External commands
- Batch commands
- None of these
External commands in MS-DOS require additional files, often stored on disk, to execute.
➤ In MS-Word, changing the appearance of a document is called:
- Proofing
- Editing
- Formatting
- All of these
Formatting refers to changing the appearance of a document, including font, color, and layout.
➤ Which command is used in MS-Excel to calculate the total characters in a cell?
- Len
- Length
- Mid
- Sid
The LEN function in MS-Excel is used to calculate the total number of characters in a cell.
➤ Charts in MS-Excel are constructed with:
- data points
- data series
- data elements
- Both (A) and (B)
Charts in MS-Excel are constructed with data points and data series, which represent the data being visualized.
➤ Which PowerPoint feature will you use to apply motion effects to different objects of a slide?
- Slide transition
- Slide design
- Animation objects
- Animation scheme
The animation scheme feature in PowerPoint allows you to apply motion effects to different objects on a slide.
➤ Which of the following is a type of database user?
- Application programmer
- Database Administrator
- End user
- All of these
Database users can include application programmers, database administrators, and end users, each with different roles and permissions.
➤ Which of the following is not a type of data model?
- Hierarchical Model
- Network Model
- Relational Model
- Abstract Model
The Abstract Model is not a recognized data model, unlike the Hierarchical, Network, and Relational models.
➤ Microsoft Access is an example of
- Computer
- CPU
- Device
- None of these
Microsoft Access is a database management system (DBMS), not a computer, CPU, or device.
➤ In MS-Access, the Text data type may contain a maximum character of
- 255 characters
- 256 characters
- 1064 characters
- No limit
The Text data type in MS-Access can store up to 255 characters.
➤ A central computer surrounded by one or more satellite computers is called
- Bus network
- Ring network
- Star network
- All of these
A star network features a central computer (hub) connected to multiple satellite computers.
➤ A machine that connects two or more electronic mail systems and transfers messages between them is called
- Bridges
- User agent
- Mail gateway
- None of these
A mail gateway is used to connect different email systems and facilitate message transfers between them.
➤ In the OSI Model, which of the following layers decide the path of data?
- Physical
- Application
- Network
- None of these
The Network layer in the OSI Model is responsible for determining the path of data transmission.
➤ A website is a collection of
- programs
- graphics
- algorithms
- None of these
A website is a collection of web pages, not programs, graphics, or algorithms.
➤ Which of the following is not a part of an E-mail address?
- Username
- Domain name
- Protocol
- All of these
Protocols are not part of an email address; an email address consists of a username and domain name.
➤ Which of the following is used to write web pages?
- URL
- HTML
- HTTP
- FTP
HTML (HyperText Markup Language) is used to write web pages.
➤ Software programs that close potential security breaches in an operating system are known as
- Security patches
- Security repairs
- Refresh patches
- None of these
Security patches are updates designed to close potential security vulnerabilities in software.
➤ A virus that can delete antivirus software is called a
- consortium
- vaccine
- retrovirus
- None of these
A retrovirus is a type of virus that targets and disables antivirus software.
➤ Encapsulation is also known as
- Information hiding
- Data abstraction
- Data management
- None of these
Encapsulation in programming is also referred to as information hiding, where the internal details are hidden from the user.
➤ Which of the following sites has the most impressive drainage system?
- Mohenjo-Daro
- Dholavira
- Banawali
- Harappa
Mohenjo-Daro is renowned for its advanced and impressive drainage system among ancient civilizations.
➤ The first and most important event of Ashoka’s reign recorded in his inscriptions was
- His conversion to Buddhism
- Kalinga War
- Concept of Dhamma
- His attaining the throne
The Kalinga War was a pivotal event in Ashoka’s reign, leading to his embrace of Buddhism and the propagation of Dhamma.
➤ Pliny was a
- Roman writer
- Greek writer
- Parthian writer
- Chinese writer
Pliny was a Roman writer, known for his works on natural history and other subjects.
➤ In central India, the Kushan rule was followed immediately by
- Murundas
- Kanvas
- Satavahanas
- Guptas
The Murundas succeeded the Kushan rule in central India.
➤ Which is one of the earliest residential-cum-teaching institutions?
- Nalanda
- Vikramashila
- Taxila
- Kanchi
Nalanda was among the earliest institutions combining residential and teaching facilities.
➤ Who founded the Pala empire?
- Ruhma
- Dhruva
- Dharamapala
- Gopala
Gopala was the founder of the Pala empire.
➤ Who was the court poet of King Mahi Pala of Kannauj?
- Kalhana
- Bana
- Ravikirti
- Rajsekhara
Rajsekhara served as the court poet for King Mahi Pala of Kannauj.
➤ Who constituted a council known as ‘Umara-i-Chahalgani’?
- Balban
- Iltutmish
- Sikandar Lodi
- Aram Shah
Iltutmish established the council called ‘Umara-i-Chahalgani’.
➤ Al-Beruni came to India in
- 9th century AD
- 10th century AD
- 11th century AD
- 12th century AD
Al-Beruni visited India in the 11th century AD.
➤ The Chola empire came to be extinguished finally with the invasion of
- Alauddin Khalji
- Muhammad bin Tughlaq
- Balban
- Firoz Shah Tughlaq
The Chola empire was ultimately extinguished by Alauddin Khalji’s invasion.
➤ What led to the Maratha empire becoming a confederacy of feudal chiefs?
- The rise of the Peshwas
- Sambhaji’s weaknesses
- Ambitions of the old Sardars like Angrias and Bhonsles
- None of these
The rise of the Peshwas resulted in the Maratha empire becoming a confederacy of feudal chiefs.
➤ Who was the first secular ruler of the Afghan clan?
- Chengiz Khan
- Balban
- Sher Shah
- Abul Shah
Sher Shah was the first secular ruler among the Afghan clan.
➤ The Dual system of government was abolished by
- Lord Canning
- Warren Hastings
- Lord Ripon
- Lord Lytton
Warren Hastings abolished the Dual system of government in India.
➤ Which militant nationalist killed the “Rand”?
- Damodar Chapikar
- Barindra Kumar Ghosh
- Jatindranath Banerjee
- Prafulla Chaki
Damodar Chapikar was the militant nationalist who killed Rand.
➤ Which of the following leaders was not involved with the emergence of Trade Union movements?
- Lala Lajpat Rai
- B.P. Wadia
- M.A. Jinnah
- N.M. Joshi
M.A. Jinnah was not involved with the emergence of Trade Union movements.
➤ Faulting owes its origin to
- Tensional forces
- Compressional forces
- Convergent forces
- All of these
Faulting originates from tensional forces.
➤ The origin of earth dates back to
- 3.6 billion years
- 4.6 billion years
- 5.6 billion years
- 6.6 billion years
The Earth is estimated to be around 4.6 billion years old.
➤ Monsoon winds fall in the category of
- Planetary winds
- Local winds
- Periodic winds
- None of these
Monsoon winds are classified as periodic winds due to their seasonal variations.
➤ Which of the following is not a form of precipitation?
- Snow
- Dew
- Sleet
- Hail
Dew is not considered a form of precipitation; it forms through condensation.
➤ The position of the sun, the moon, and the earth in a straight line is called
- Syzygy
- Quadrature
- Opposition
- None of these
The alignment of the sun, moon, and earth in a straight line is known as syzygy.
➤ Which of the following is not a method of Solid Waste Management?
- Incineration
- Composting
- Landfill sites
- None of these
All listed methods are recognized methods of solid waste management.
➤ Which of the following countries consume more fish than any other country in the world?
- France
- China
- Great Britain
- Japan
Japan is known for its high consumption of fish compared to other countries.
➤ Mixed cultivation is found throughout
- Asia
- Europe
- Africa
- Australia
Mixed cultivation is widespread throughout Europe.
➤ Cheviot Hills are situated in
- Ireland
- Iceland
- England
- Scotland
The Cheviot Hills are located in Scotland.
➤ The Shan Massif Plateau is situated in
- Thailand
- Myanmar
- Indonesia
- Malaysia
The Shan Massif Plateau is situated in Myanmar.
➤ The Mallamalai and Palkonda Hills are situated in
- Eastern Ghats
- Western Ghats
- Ajanta Range
- None of these
The Mallamalai and Palkonda Hills are located in the Eastern Ghats.
➤ Which of the following rivers does not form a rift valley?
- Godavari
- Narmada
- Tapti
- None of these
The Godavari River does not form a rift valley; the Narmada and Tapti do.
➤ Winter rainfall in Tamil Nadu is due to
- Retreating monsoons
- Temperate cyclones
- Trade winds
- North-South monsoons
Winter rainfall in Tamil Nadu is primarily due to the retreating monsoons.
➤ Red soil is poor in
- Phosphorus
- Nitrogen
- Lime
- All of these
Red soil is generally poor in phosphorus, nitrogen, and lime.
➤ The state of India with the largest percentage of land area under forest cover is
- Madhya Pradesh
- Arunachal Pradesh
- Assam
- Odisha
Arunachal Pradesh has the highest percentage of land area under forest cover in India.
➤ Which of the following power projects is being constructed on the river Bhagirathi?
- Dulhasti Project
- Tehri Dam
- Sardar Sarovar Dam
- All of these
The Tehri Dam is being constructed on the river Bhagirathi.
➤ Which of the following is the biggest oil refinery of India?
- Mathura
- Barauni
- Koyali
- Nunmati
The Mathura refinery is the largest oil refinery in India.
➤ Forests of Karnataka Plateau are famous for
- Teak
- Sandal
- Sal
- Mahogany
The forests of the Karnataka Plateau are well-known for sandalwood.
➤ Cash crops do not include
- Sugarcane
- Cotton
- Jute
- Wheat
Wheat is not considered a cash crop; it is a staple food crop.
➤ In which state is the sex-ratio more or less balanced?
- Himachal Pradesh
- Kerala
- Andhra Pradesh
- Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu has a more balanced sex-ratio compared to other states listed.
➤ Which of the following features of the Constitution of India resemble the American Constitution?
- A written Constitution
- Single Citizenship
- Integrated Judiciary
- Parliamentary form of government
A written Constitution is a feature that India shares with the American Constitution.
➤ Who adopted the Constitution of India on the 26th November, 1949?
- People of India
- Parliament of India
- Cabinet
- None of these
The Constitution of India was adopted by the people of India on 26th November 1949.
➤ Which Article of the Constitution allows the Centre to form new States?
- Article 3
- Article 4
- Article 5
- Article 6
Article 3 of the Constitution empowers the Centre to form new States.
➤ Which of the following Presidents of India was also the Secretary General of the Non-Aligned Movement for some period?
- Dr. S. Radhakrishnan
- V.V. Giri
- Giani Zail Singh
- Shankar Dayal Sharma
Giani Zail Singh served as the Secretary General of the Non-Aligned Movement.
➤ Which of the following is not a Parliamentary Committee?
- Committee on Public Accounts
- Committee on Public Undertakings
- Committee on Estimates
- Committee on Demands for Grants Committee
The Committee on Demands for Grants Committee is not a recognized Parliamentary Committee.
➤ The Chief Justice of India can be removed by the
- President
- Parliament
- President on a Resolution by the Parliament
- None of these
The Chief Justice of India can be removed by the President on a resolution passed by the Parliament.
➤ Who is responsible for the observance of the Rules of Business of the State Government in India?
- The Governor
- The Chief Minister
- The Advocate General
- The Chief Secretary of the State Government
The Chief Secretary of the State Government is responsible for the observance of the Rules of Business.
➤ Which one of the following states has the minimum number of members in their legislative assemblies?
- Arunachal Pradesh
- Sikkim
- Goa
- Tripura
Sikkim has the minimum number of members in its legislative assembly.
➤ Which of the following was an associate State of India before becoming a full-fledged State?
- Mizoram
- Meghalaya
- Manipur
- Sikkim
Sikkim was an associate State of India before becoming a full-fledged State.
➤ A proclamation of National Emergency automatically suspends
- Right to Freedom
- Right to Constitutional Remedies
- All Fundamental Rights
- None of these
A proclamation of National Emergency automatically suspends the Right to Freedom.
➤ Territorial waters of India extend up to how many nautical miles?
- 8
- 12
- 18
- 22
India’s territorial waters extend up to 12 nautical miles from its coast.
➤ UPSC submits its annual report on its work to
- the Union Home Minister
- the President
- the Parliament
- the Chief Justice of India
The UPSC submits its annual report to the President of India.
➤ Unemployment which occurs when workers move from one job to another job is known as
- seasonal unemployment
- frictional unemployment
- cyclical unemployment
- technological unemployment
Unemployment that occurs when workers transition between jobs is known as frictional unemployment.
➤ The outlines of the Second Five Year Plan were made by
- B.N. Gadgil
- V.K.R.V. Rao
- P.C. Mahalanobis
- C.N. Vakil
P.C. Mahalanobis was responsible for outlining the Second Five Year Plan.
➤ Who sets up the ‘Base Rate’ for banks?
- RBI
- Ministry of Finance
- Ministry of Commerce
- Individual Bank’s Board
The ‘Base Rate’ for banks is set by each individual bank’s board.
➤ The wage policy in India is based on
- Productivity
- Standard of living
- Cost of living
- None of these
India’s wage policy is primarily based on the cost of living.
➤ Which of the following States has a literacy rate lower than the national average?
- Karnataka
- West Bengal
- Andhra Pradesh
- Maharashtra
Andhra Pradesh has a literacy rate lower than the national average.
➤ Which state in India is estimated to have the largest coal reserves?
- Bihar
- Jharkhand
- Madhya Pradesh
- Odisha
Jharkhand is estimated to have the largest coal reserves in India.
➤ The percentage of agricultural land is very high in all the following States except
- Punjab
- Haryana
- Uttar Pradesh
- Sikkim
Sikkim has a lower percentage of agricultural land compared to the other listed states.
➤ Which of the following is not a part of India’s Money Market?
- Bill Markets
- Banks
- Mutual Fund
- Indian Gold Council
The Indian Gold Council is not part of India’s Money Market.
➤ In India, NABARD does not provide refinance to
- Scheduled Commercial Banks
- Regional Rural Banks
- State Land Development Banks
- Export-Import Bank
NABARD does not provide refinance to the Export-Import Bank.
➤ The largest item of expenditure in the current account of the Central Government budget is?
- Defence Expenditure
- Interest-Payments
- Subsidies
- Expenditure on social services
Subsidies are the largest item of expenditure in the current account of the Central Government budget.
➤ The Special Economic Zone Act became effective in
- 2004
- 2005
- 2006
- 2007
The Special Economic Zone Act became effective in 2006.
➤ Gravitational forces are
- The weakest force in nature
- The strongest force in nature
- Negligible in nature
- None of these
Gravitational forces are the weakest force in nature compared to other fundamental forces.
➤ Thermal radiations are
- Mechanical waves
- Magnetic waves
- Electromagnetic waves
- None of these
Thermal radiations are a type of electromagnetic wave.
➤ A D.C. device which generates very high voltage is
- Transformer
- Rectifier
- D.C. Generator
- Induction coil
An induction coil is used to generate very high voltage from a D.C. source.
➤ Which is most elastic?
- Wey clay
- Glass
- Rubber
- Steel
Steel is the most elastic material among the given options.
➤ A pH of 7 signifies
- Pure water
- Neutral Solution
- Acidic solution
- Basic solution
A pH of 7 indicates a neutral solution, which is neither acidic nor basic.
➤ Which one of the following compounds is insoluble in water?
- Fructose
- Cellulose
- Maltose
- Cellobiose
Cellulose is insoluble in water, unlike the other compounds listed.
➤ Penicillin was discovered by
- Waksman
- Pasteur
- Alexander Fleming
- Ronald Ross
Penicillin was discovered by Alexander Fleming in 1928.
➤ Fats in the human body are stored in
- Liver
- Pancreas
- Kidney
- Adipose tissue
Fats are primarily stored in adipose tissue in the human body.
➤ The disease ‘Thrombosis’ is associated with
- Heart
- Eyes
- Blood
- Lungs
Thrombosis is associated with blood clots that can obstruct blood flow.
➤ Citrus fruits are rich sources of
- Vitamin A
- Potassium
- Iron
- Vitamin C
Citrus fruits are well known for their high vitamin C content.
➤ The 2018 Vishwa Shanti Ahimsa Sammelan (VSAS) was organized recently in which State?
- Maharashtra
- Uttar Pradesh
- Gujarat
- Assam
The 2018 Vishwa Shanti Ahimsa Sammelan was held in Maharashtra.
➤ Which of the following banks has recently become India’s first PSU bank to introduce comprehensive wealth business services for its clients?
- SBI
- PNB
- Bank of Baroda
- Dena Bank
The State Bank of India (SBI) is the first PSU bank to introduce comprehensive wealth business services.
➤ The famous Shahi Litchi of which State has recently got the Geographical Indication (GI) tag?
- Uttar Pradesh
- Uttarakhand
- Bihar
- Manipur
Bihar’s Shahi Litchi has recently received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag.
➤ Which of the following States is set to become India’s first smoke-free State?
- Karnataka
- Kerala
- Tamil Nadu
- Andhra Pradesh
Kerala is set to become India’s first smoke-free State.
➤ Which State has recently celebrated the Kati Bihu Festival 2018?
- Meghalaya
- Assam
- West Bengal
- Jharkhand
The Kati Bihu Festival was recently celebrated in Assam.
➤ Who has won the 2018 Man Booker Prize for Fiction?
- Anna Burns
- Val McDermid
- Leo Robson
- Leanne Shapton
Anna Burns won the 2018 Man Booker Prize for Fiction.
➤ Which country has successfully tested the world’s largest unmanned transport drone “FH-98” recently?
- Germany
- China
- Japan
- Indonesia
China has successfully tested the world’s largest unmanned transport drone “FH-98”.
➤ Which Indian personality has recently been conferred with the Civilian Honour of Mexico?
- Ratan Tata
- Mukesh Ambani
- Ajit Doval
- Raghupati Singhania
Raghupati Singhania has recently been conferred with the Civilian Honour of Mexico.
➤ Which Indian personality has recently been appointed goodwill ambassador for Nepal tourism?
- Jaya Prada
- Akshay Kumar
- Naseeruddin Shah
- Raveena Tandon
Jaya Prada has been appointed as the goodwill ambassador for Nepal tourism.
➤ Who has been named “The 2018 Best FIFA Men’s player”?
- Lionel Messi
- Luka Modric
- Cristiano Ronaldo
- Mohamed Salah
Luka Modric was named “The 2018 Best FIFA Men’s player”.
➤ Which of the following letters is 14th to the right of the 6th letter from the left in the English alphabet?
- R
- P
- W
- T
The 6th letter from the left is F. Moving 14 letters to the right from F lands on T.
➤ In a coding system “APPLE” is represented as “ZKKOV”. In such a system, ‘COW’ will be represented as?
- XLD
- XMD
- WLEV
- WDL
In the given coding system, each letter is substituted with a letter that is shifted by a specific number of places. Applying this to ‘COW’ gives ‘XLD’.
➤ If BAG = 71, then VICE = ?
- 69
- 70
- 75
- 90
The pattern used is likely assigning values to letters. For VICE, the calculated value is 69.
➤ In the dictionary, which word comes fourth in arrangement?
- Propense
- Prophet
- Propine
- Prong
Arranging the words alphabetically: Prong, Prophet, Propine, Propense. Thus, Propine is the fourth word.
➤ Q’s mother is the sister of P and daughter of M. S is the daughter of P and sister of T. How is M related to T?
- Grandmother
- Father
- Grandfather or Grandmother
- None of these
M is Q’s mother and P’s parent. Since S and T are siblings, M could be either a grandfather or grandmother to T.
➤ How many times in a day do the hands of a clock coincide with each other?
- 12
- 24
- 22
- 44
The hands of a clock coincide 22 times in a 24-hour period.
➤ A person’s present age is two-fifth of the age of his mother. After 8 years, he will be one-half of the age of his mother. How old is the mother at present?
- 32 years
- 36 years
- 40 years
- 48 years
Using the given conditions, the mother’s current age is 40 years.
➤ The sum of all the 3-digit numbers which are formed by the digits 1, 2, and 3 without repetition of digits is:
- 1233
- 1321
- 1323
- 1332
The sum of all possible 3-digit numbers formed with the digits 1, 2, and 3 is 1332.
➤ The old name of ‘Nalagarh’ was
- Hindur
- Nagarkot
- Suket
- None of these
Nalagarh was previously known as Hindur.
➤ Guru Govind Singh was invited by the ruler of which princely State to fight the Mughals?
- Bushehar
- Hindur
- Sirmaur
- Suket
Guru Govind Singh was invited by the ruler of Sirmaur to fight against the Mughals.
➤ H.P. became Union Territory in the year:
- 1948
- 1951
- 1954
- 1956
Himachal Pradesh became a Union Territory in 1956.
➤ ‘Kunzum’ pass is located in which district of H.P.?
- Kullu
- Lahaul and Spiti
- Chamba
- Kangra
The Kunzum Pass is located in the Lahaul and Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh.
➤ ‘Baspa’ is an important tributary of the river?
- Beas
- Chenab
- Yamuna
- None of these
The Baspa river is a tributary of the Satluj river, not listed in the options provided.
➤ ‘Kais’ wildlife sanctuary is located in which district of H.P.?
- Chamba
- Kinnaur
- Kullu
- Mandi
The Kais Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh.
➤ The State Bird of H.P. is
- Monal
- Parrot
- Western Tragopan
- None of these
The State Bird of Himachal Pradesh is the Western Tragopan.
➤ ‘Thirot’ hydroelectric project is constructed on which river?
- Chenab
- Sutlej
- Beas
- Ravi
The Thirot hydroelectric project is constructed on the Chenab river.
➤ The Longest-National Highway of H.P. is:
- NH-103
- NH-105
- NH-3
- NH-5
NH-3 is the longest national highway in Himachal Pradesh.
➤ Bahadurpur Fort is located in which district of HP?
- Solan
- Sirmaur
- Una
- Bilaspur
The Bahadurpur Fort is located in the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh.
➤ Hari Rai Temple is located in which district of H.P.?
- Mandi
- Kangra
- Kullu
- Chamba
The Hari Rai Temple is located in the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh.
➤ Dandaras dance is performed by which tribes of H.P.?
- Kinnaura
- Lahaula
- Pangwal
- Gaddi
The Dandaras dance is performed by the Gaddi tribe of Himachal Pradesh.
➤ The themes of the Gompa paintings are derived from the love poems composed by:
- Jayadeva
- Keshava Das
- Both (A) and (B)
- None of these
The Gompa paintings are influenced by love poems composed by both Jayadeva and Keshava Das.
➤ “Losar” is a festival of which religious community of H.P.?
- Hindu
- Muslim
- Jain
- Buddhist
Losar is a festival celebrated by the Buddhist community in Himachal Pradesh.
➤ Nahauli Fair is celebrated in which district of H.P.?
- Mandi
- Bilaspur
- Hamirpur
- Kinnaur
The Nahauli Fair is celebrated in the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh.
➤ Himachal Pradesh Lokayukta Act was passed in which year?
- 1978
- 1981
- 1983
- 1985
The Himachal Pradesh Lokayukta Act was enacted in 1983.
➤ Population density of H.P. as per Census-2011 is:
- 103
- 109
- 123
- 136
According to the Census 2011, the population density of Himachal Pradesh is 123 people per square kilometer.
➤ The Indian Institute of Technology in H.P. is located at
- Shimla
- Mandi
- Dharamshala
- Hamirpur
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) in Himachal Pradesh is located in Mandi.
➤ Antonym of the word ‘Amateur’ is
- actor
- professional
- professor
- artist
The antonym of ‘Amateur’ is ‘professional,’ as ‘amateur’ refers to someone who is not professional, whereas ‘professional’ refers to someone who is skilled and trained in a particular field.
➤ Meaning of the idiom “To make meal of” is
- to cook
- to consume
- to enjoy sumptuous food
- to have early lunch
“To make meal of” means to consume something, especially in a context of eating or using something thoroughly.
➤ “असल” का उपसर्ग शब्द बनता है?
- असली
- दरअसल
- दरकार
- दरखत
“असल” का उपसर्ग शब्द “दरअसल” बनता है, जिसका अर्थ होता है ‘असल में’ या ‘वास्तव में’।
➤ इनमे से कौन से शब्द का अर्थ सर्वथा भिन्न है?
- कोकिल
- कबूतर
- वनप्रिय
- परिपुष्ट
“कबूतर” का अर्थ अन्य शब्दों से भिन्न है क्योंकि “कोकिल,” “वनप्रिय,” और “परिपुष्ट” सभी पक्षियों से संबंधित हैं, जबकि “कबूतर” एक अलग प्रकार का पक्षी है।
➤ “गंगा” का पर्यावाची है?
- गंगोतरी
- गांगय
- त्रिपथगा
- कोशी
“गंगा” का पर्यावाची शब्द “त्रिपथगा” है, जो गंगा नदी का एक अन्य नाम है।
➤ ‘जिस जमीन में पैदा करने की शक्ति न हो’ के लिए एक शब्द है?
- अनुवरी
- अनर्वरा
- अनुवर
- अनुर्वरा
‘अनुर्वरा’ वह शब्द है जिसका अर्थ ‘जिस जमीन में पैदा करने की शक्ति न हो’ होता है।
➤ महा + ईश =?
- महीश
- महिश
- महेश
- महैश
“महा” और “ईश” मिलाकर शब्द “महेश” बनता है, जो एक नाम है।
➤ शुद्ध शब्द है?
- उच्छास
- उक्षास
- उच्छवास
- उछवास
“उच्छवास” सही और शुद्ध शब्द है, जिसका अर्थ होता है ‘सांस छोड़ना’।