MPPSC Forest 2019 – State Forest Service Mains Exam: Solved Question Paper

400 questions, each with a model answer in Hindi and English.

  1. Which of the following Schedules of Constitution of India makes the provision of Tribes Advisory Council ?

    A.Fifth ScheduleCorrect
    B.Sixth Schedule
    C.Seventh Schedule
    D.Eighth Schedule

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  2. Who is the author of the book 'The Nature of Culture' ?

    A.A. L. KroeberCorrect
    B.Herskovitz
    C.Piddington
    D.Ward

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  3. 'Buffalo Culture' (feeling of respect and veneration towards buffalo) is found in

    A.Bhils
    B.Kamar's
    C.Dhelki Kharia
    D.Toda'sCorrect

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  4. In which Article of the Constitution makes provision for Constitution of 'Tribal Advisory Council' ?

    A.365
    B.340
    C.244Correct
    D.342

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  5. In which of the following options dance is not matched properly with the name of the tribe where it prevails ?

    A.Bhagoria | Bhil
    B.Pardhaoni | Baiga
    C.Rina | Gond
    D.Gocho | BhilalaCorrect

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  6. Match the following :
    List I | List II
    a. North America | 1. Steppies
    b. South America | 2. Velds
    c. Africa | 3. Prairies
    d. Europe | 4. Pampas

    A.3 4 1 2
    B.1 2 3 4
    C.2 3 4 1
    D.3 4 2 1Correct

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  7. Which of the following coast is a part of Eastern Coast of India ?

    A.Konkan Coast
    B.Malabar Coast
    C.Koromandal CoastCorrect
    D.Southern Coast

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  8. Jaduguda is famous for what ?

    A.UraniumCorrect
    B.Coal
    C.Mica
    D.Copper ore

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  9. In which district of Madhya Pradesh "Jahaj Mahal" is located ?

    A.DharCorrect
    B.Jabalpur
    C.Hoshangabad
    D.Gwalior

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  10. Hindustan Electrographite Plant in Madhya Pradesh is located at

    A.Banmore Industrial area
    B.Malanpur Industrial area
    C.Mandideep Industrial areaCorrect
    D.Pithampur Industrial area

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  11. The AMRUT Scheme was launched in India in June 2015 for the purpose of

    A.To improve basic urban infrastructureCorrect
    B.For holistic development of heritage cities
    C.To make the country clean
    D.None of the above

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  12. How many Audyogik Kendra Vikas Nigam are there in Madhya Pradesh ?

    A.5
    B.8
    C.9
    D.7Correct

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  13. On the basis of the census 2011, the highest population density district of the Madhya Pradesh is

    A.BhopalCorrect
    B.Indore
    C.Jabalpur
    D.Gwalior

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  14. Which of the following item is not included in non plan revenue expenditure ?

    A.Pension
    B.Interest payment
    C.Subsidy
    D.Loans to public enterprisesCorrect

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  15. Which is the top level domain in website Hindime.com ?

    A.Hindi
    B.me
    C.Hindime
    D..comCorrect

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  16. M. P. State Cricket Academy was established in July 2016 by the department of Sports and Youth Welfare of Madhya Pradesh in which city ?

    A.Indore
    B.Gwalior
    C.Sagar
    D.ShivpuriCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  17. Who is author of the book "Unbreakable : an autobiography" from the following authors ?

    A.M. S. Dhoni
    B.M. C. Mary KomCorrect
    C.Vijendra Singh
    D.Sunil Gavaskar

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  18. What is the Nationality of 'Usain Bolt' ?

    A.South African
    B.American
    C.JamaicanCorrect
    D.Canadian

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  19. What is the present Prize Money for Arjun Award ?

    A.5 Lakh
    B.10 Lakh
    C.15 LakhCorrect
    D.25 Lakh

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  20. Which one is not among the following four New Sports that have been introduced in the Tokyo Olympics ?

    A.Sports Climbing
    B.Karate
    C.ChessCorrect
    D.Surfing

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  21. In rectangle PQRS, its side PQ divided into five equal parts by points X, Y, Z, T. The ratio of area of triangle ΔYZR\Delta YZR and area of rectangle PQRS [Area (ΔYZR)Area (Rectangle PQRS)][\frac{\text{Area }(\Delta\text{YZR)}}{\text{Area (Rectangle PQRS)}}] is

    A.1/9
    B.1/10Correct
    C.1/8
    D.1/5

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  22. If sec⁡4α=csc⁡(α−20∘)\sec 4\alpha = \csc (\alpha - 20^\circ), where 4α4\alpha is an acute angle, then value of α\alpha is equal to

    A.21°
    B.22°Correct
    C.20°
    D.18°

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  23. If CORONA is written as A4P4L1, then how will HORSE be written ?

    A.84PLC
    B.F4PQ2Correct
    C.J4PU2
    D.G4PR5

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  24. The various sections are indicated below in the circle diagram.
    R: 170°
    Q: 28°
    S: 35°
    P: 42°
    T: 85°
    P → Government sector employees
    Q → Private sector employees
    R → Self employed
    S → Unemployed
    T → Others
    If the total population of the city is 1.8 lakh, the percentage of the total population that is employed in both the government and private sector is

    A.15 2/3%
    B.9 4/9%
    C.19 4/9%Correct
    D.23 1/2%

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  25. What does 'Gotul' represent in tribal life?

    A.Regional deity
    B.Form of marriageCorrect
    C.Youth organization
    D.Traditional leader

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  26. Fluoride pollution affects which part of the human body ?

    A.TeethCorrect
    B.Liver
    C.Kidney
    D.Muscles

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  27. Who first used the word 'ecosystem'?

    A.Weaver
    B.Odum
    C.TansleyCorrect
    D.Sukachev

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  28. King Bhoj was the ruler of which dynasty ?

    A.Pratihar
    B.Chandel
    C.Rashtrakuta
    D.ParmarCorrect

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  29. In which year was Regulating Act passed ?

    A.1765
    B.1771
    C.1773Correct
    D.1784

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  30. Who was the author of the play 'Mudrarakshasa'?

    A.Shudrak
    B.VishakhduttCorrect
    C.Kalidas
    D.Bhas

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  31. Who has the right to establish New All India Services in India ?

    A.ParliamentCorrect
    B.President
    C.Prime Minister
    D.Council of Ministers

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  32. What was the term of the fifth five year plan ?

    A.1955-56 – 1960-61
    B.1960-61 – 1965-66
    C.1969 – 1974
    D.1974 – 1978Correct

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  33. Which one characteristics of Indian Constitution is related with Unitary ?

    A.Amendment method
    B.Single citizenshipCorrect
    C.Independent Supreme Court
    D.Supremacy of Constitution

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  34. Who first established the district administration ?

    A.Cornwallis
    B.Warren HastingsCorrect
    C.Wille
    D.Macaulay

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  35. When were the first Panchayat Election held in Madhya Pradesh ?

    A.1952
    B.1953
    C.1954
    D.1955

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  36. What is the source of energy in an ecosystem?

    A.Nuclear energy
    B.Sunlight energyCorrect
    C.Fossil energy
    D.Wind energy

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  37. From which plant is reserpine alkaloid obtained?

    A.Atropa belladona
    B.Papaver somniferum
    C.Rauwolfia serpentinaCorrect
    D.Datura alba

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  38. "Chipko movement" commenced from which State ?

    A.Himachal Pradesh
    B.UttarakhandCorrect
    C.Chhattisgarh
    D.Nagaland

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  39. What is the shape of the pyramid of biomass in an aquatic ecosystem?

    A.Upright
    B.InvertedCorrect
    C.Circular
    D.None of the above

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  40. The State tree of Madhya Pradesh is

    A.Mahua
    B.BanyanCorrect
    C.Neem
    D.Teak

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  41. In which district of Madhya Pradesh was the first Municipality established ?

    A.JabalpurCorrect
    B.Bhopal
    C.Gwalior
    D.Indore

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  42. Who was the first Chairman of the Administrative Reforms Commission ?

    A.K. Santhanam
    B.Balwant Roy Mehta
    C.K. Hanumanthaiyya
    D.Morarji DesaiCorrect

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  43. As per census 2011, which of the following district of Madhya Pradesh has lowest sex ratio ?

    A.Chhattarpur
    B.BhindCorrect
    C.Shivpuri
    D.Sagar

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  44. As per 2011 census, what is the contribution of agriculture in total employment of India ?

    A.54.6%Correct
    B.50.2%
    C.62.3 %
    D.60.7 %

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  45. National RURBAN Mission was launched by P.M. Modi in which State ?

    A.Gujarat
    B.New Delhi
    C.ChhattisgarhCorrect
    D.Haryana

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  46. Hindola Palace is located in which tourist place of Madhya Pradesh ?

    A.Orchha
    B.ManduCorrect
    C.Chitrakoot
    D.Shivpuri

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  47. The Bhagoriya festival is celebrated in the month of

    A.December
    B.June
    C.October
    D.MarchCorrect

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  48. For how many days does the Lokrang Samaroh at Bhopal go on for ?

    A.Three
    B.FiveCorrect
    C.One
    D.Two

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  49. Who was the President of the session of Indian National Congress in which resolution of complete independence was passed ?

    A.Motilal Nehru
    B.Jawaharlal NehruCorrect
    C.Mohandas Gandhi
    D.Vallabh Bhai Patel

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  50. Where is Atakama desert situated ?

    A.South AmericaCorrect
    B.Australia
    C.United States of America
    D.Mangolia

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  51. e-mail address manu@snl.net.us is related to which country ?

    A.India
    B.Canada
    C.China
    D.United States of AmericaCorrect

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  52. Software that are installed onto computer to protect computers from virus

    A.Backup
    B.Keylogger
    C.AntivirusCorrect
    D.Compiler

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  53. Which of the following is known as malicious software ?
    I. worms
    II. virus
    Select the correct answer of the above question.

    A.Only I is true
    B.Only II is true
    C.Both are false
    D.Both are trueCorrect

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  54. What does ISP stand for?

    A.India System Protocol
    B.Internet Service ProviderCorrect
    C.International Subscriber Protocol
    D.Integrated Satellite Page

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  55. Which of the following is not a cybercrime ?

    A.Cyber terrorism
    B.InterpreterCorrect
    C.Data theft
    D.Forgery

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  56. Who was the first cricketer to get Arjun Award ?

    A.Venkat Raghavan
    B.Nawab of Pataudi
    C.Salim DuraniCorrect
    D.B. S. Bedi

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  57. The terms 'Back Stroke' and 'Breast Stroke' are related to which sports ?

    A.Cricket
    B.SwimmingCorrect
    C.Golf
    D.Horse Riding

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  58. A Teak tree increases annually by 1/6 of its height. By how much will it increase after 2 1/4 years, if it stand today 18 feet high ?

    A.25 feet
    B.7.52 feetCorrect
    C.4.52 feet
    D.5.72 feet

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  59. x is 9 times greater than y. By what percentage is y less than x ?

    A.88.88%Correct
    B.80.88%
    C.116%
    D.91%

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  60. The LCM of two prime numbers a and b (a>b) is 391, then 3b – 2a is divisible by

    A.5Correct
    B.7
    C.13
    D.17

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  61. According to the passage, what is the nature of the glory of the folk?

    A.Supernatural
    B.Natural
    C.WorldlyCorrect
    D.Unnatural

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  62. According to the passage, almost all saints are which of the following?

    A.ArtisansCorrect
    B.Astronomers
    C.Nature lovers
    D.Craftsmen

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  63. In this passage, the word 'Ayasya' is associated with:

    A.Angiras
    B.Iron workersCorrect
    C.Money lending
    D.Kusidi

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  64. Whose glory is described in this passage?

    A.Veda
    B.Upanishad
    C.Otherworld
    D.Folk (Lok)Correct

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  65. How many types of pronouns are there in Hindi grammar?

    A.Three
    B.Four
    C.Five
    D.SixCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  66. Under which type of noun do the names of directions fall?

    A.Common noun
    B.Abstract noun
    C.Proper nounCorrect
    D.Collective noun

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  67. In the sentence 'Vah karigar nahi aaya', what grammatical role does 'Vah' play?

    A.AdjectiveCorrect
    B.Noun
    C.Pronoun
    D.Compound

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  68. Which Sandhi does not occur when a vowel combines with a vowel?

    A.Consonant Sandhi
    B.Vowel Sandhi
    C.Visarga Sandhi
    D.Both (A) and (C) aboveCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  69. Which of the following is a literary work of Harishankar Parsai?

    A.Andhere Mein
    B.Amrit Aur Vish
    C.Viklang Shraddha Ka DaurCorrect
    D.Isi Kaya Mein Moksha

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  70. Select the correct pair of literary work and author:

    A.Rasikpriya - KeshavdasCorrect
    B.Kavipriya - Tulsidas
    C.Ramchandrika - Kalidas
    D.Jahangir Jas Chandrika - Malukdas

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  71. Which of the following is a work of Bhartrihari?

    A.VakyapadiyaCorrect
    B.Raghuvamsha Mahakavyam
    C.Uttararamacharita
    D.Chandishataka

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  72. Who is the famous saint of Nimar region?

    A.Sant Raidas
    B.Sant SingajiCorrect
    C.Sant Nimardas
    D.Sant Kabirdas

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  73. What is the antonym of 'Pratikool'?

    A.Short tempered
    B.Anger
    C.As per wish
    D.AnukoolCorrect

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  74. What is 'EX-OFFICIO' called in Hindi?

    A.Executive
    B.Ad-hoc
    C.Ex-officio (Paden)Correct
    D.Official

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  75. What is the meaning of the idiom 'Kalam Todna'?

    A.To write very poorly
    B.To write extremely wellCorrect
    C.To award death sentence
    D.To cooperate

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  76. What is the synonym of 'Akshi'?

    A.Fire
    B.God
    C.Nectar
    D.EyeCorrect

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  77. Which of the following is the correctly spelled word in Hindi?

    A.Pujya
    B.PoojyaCorrect
    C.Pujyaniya
    D.Poojyaniya

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  78. How many types of sentences are there based on meaning?

    A.06
    B.07
    C.08Correct
    D.09

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  79. Which of the following words is NOT a Tadbhava word?

    A.Angutha
    B.Aankh
    C.Kulhada
    D.AalasyaCorrect

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  80. The word 'Shrikhand' belongs to which category of words?

    A.TatsamaCorrect
    B.Tadbhava
    C.Deshaj
    D.Foreign (Videshaj)

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  81. Fill in the blank with a suitable option :
    He _______ to play Cricket before his marriage.

    A.is used
    B.was used
    C.usedCorrect
    D.should

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  82. Fill in the blank with a suitable option :
    You _______ take anything out of a shop without paying for it.

    A.need not
    B.should notAccepted
    C.must notAccepted
    D.would not

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  83. Fill in the blank with the most suitable word among the options provided :
    “He is the _______ to the throne.”

    A.Hare
    B.Hair
    C.HeirCorrect
    D.Here

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  84. Transform the following sentence without using “too” but retaining the same meaning.
    “She was too late to attend the class.”

    A.She could not attend the class as she was late.
    B.She was so late that she could not attend the class.Correct
    C.To attend the class was so late for her.
    D.The class was very late to attend by her.

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  85. How many different meanings does the word ‘bank’ have in the following sentences ?
    a) The river is eroding its bank
    b) I opened an account with a local bank
    c) I bank on your support

    A.One meaning only
    B.Two meanings
    C.Three meaningsCorrect
    D.Four meanings

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  86. Fill in the blank with the suitable article from among the options in the given sentence :
    “This is _______ one-man Committee.”

    A.An
    B.The
    C.ACorrect
    D.No article

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  87. Fill in the blank with a suitable word from among the options :
    The _______ person left behind him a widow with three children.

    A.Decreased
    B.Diseased
    C.Deathly
    D.Deadly

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  88. Which one of the following options is the correct passive voice of the sentence given below ?
    “The news pleased him.”

    A.He is pleased by the news.
    B.He was pleased at the news.
    C.He was pleased by the news.Correct
    D.He had been pleased with the news.

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  89. Which among the following options is the appropriate indirect narration of the given sentence ?
    The Policeman said to the man, “Where are you going ?”

    A.The Policeman inquired of the man where are you going ?
    B.The Policeman inquired of the man where were you going ?
    C.The Policeman inquired of the man where he was going.Correct
    D.The Policeman enquired of the man that where he was going.

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  90. Which option among the following is the correct indirect narration of the given sentence ?
    “Has John spent all the money ?”

    A.He told John has spent all the money.
    B.He enquired if John had spent all the money.Correct
    C.He wanted to know if John spent all the money.
    D.He told that John spent his money.

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  91. Choose the correct option of the transformation of the given sentence into a complex sentence.
    “Spare the rod and spoil the child.”

    A.Don’t spare the rod to spoil the child.
    B.Don’t spare the rod and spoil the child.
    C.If you spare the rod, you spoil the child.Correct
    D.The child will spoil the rod and you will spare.

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  92. Which one of the following sets is incorrect ?

    A.Wise – Wiser – Wisest
    B.Bad – Worse – Worst
    C.Good – Better – Best
    D.Happy – Happiness – HappiestCorrect

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  93. Find the correct match of words in the given columns :
    Column A | Column B
    a) Lad | i) Peahen
    b) Fisherman | ii) Mistress
    c) Peacock | iii) Fisherwoman
    d) Master | iv) Lass

    A.i ii iv iii
    B.iv i iii ii
    C.iii iv i ii
    D.iv iii i iiCorrect

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  94. Select the correct option which means 'Verbose' :

    A.The style which is too full of wordsCorrect
    B.A hater of knowledge
    C.An irrevocable decision
    D.The old man leaning on one arm

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  95. Which one of the following options is the correct passive voice of the sentence given below ?
    “Ravi will teach the child.”

    A.The child will be teaching Ravi.
    B.The child will be taught by Ravi.Correct
    C.The child would be taught by Ravi.
    D.The child will teach Ravi.

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  96. Based on the passage, what does the writer want to inform mainly in the first paragraph of the passage ?

    A.More children survive the diseases of childhood than ever before
    B.Heart disease is also quite prevalent in developing countries
    C.Heart disease is the world's major killer of our timesCorrect
    D.It has overtaken cancer, accidents and infections as causes of death

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  97. Based on the passage, select the option which is a false statement :

    A.A congenital heart disease is something that a baby is born with.
    B.An infection of the throat may cause a rheumatic heart disease.
    C.Angina is a symptom of pain on emotional or physical stress.
    D.Blue baby is an indicator of high blood pressure.Correct

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  98. In what types of heart disease does fatty diet play an important role ?

    A.Congenital heart disease
    B.Rheumatic heart disease
    C.High blood pressure
    D.Degenerative heart diseaseCorrect

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  99. What are the food habits that contribute to heart disease in general ?

    A.Untreated infection of throat
    B.A higher salt intake only
    C.Diet rich in fats of animal origin
    D.Both (B) and (C)Correct

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  100. What causes a blockage of the vessels ?

    A.Ischaemia
    B.Higher salt intake
    C.Fats of animal origin
    D.A fatty substance called cholesterolCorrect

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  101. Control rods used in nuclear reactor are made of

    A.Zinc
    B.Platinum
    C.CadmiumCorrect
    D.Lead

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  102. Name of the particle emitted in the following reaction.
    93Np239→94Pu239+?_{93}\text{Np}^{239} \rightarrow _{94}\text{Pu}^{239} + ?

    A.α-particle
    B.β-particleCorrect
    C.γ-rays
    D.neutron

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  103. What should be the minimum length of a plane mirror to get a full image of a person of height 4 feet ?

    A.4 feet
    B.6 feet
    C.2 feetCorrect
    D.1 feet

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  104. What is the focal length of a plane mirror?

    A.0
    B.10 cm
    C.20 cm
    D.∞Correct

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  105. The power of convex lens of focal length 25 cm is

    A.1D
    B.2D
    C.3D
    D.4DCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  106. The enzyme absent in human gastric secretion but which is present in first stomach of ruminants for digestion of a particular compound. This compound is

    A.Cellulase
    B.Cellobiase
    C.Sucrose
    D.CelluloseCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  107. The enzyme Ribulose Biphosphate Carboxylase acts a CO2-fixer during photosynthesis, but it can also fix oxygen and works as oxygenase. This activity takes place during the process of

    A.Light reaction of photosynthesis
    B.PhotorespirationCorrect
    C.Amino acid synthesis
    D.Proton transport in lipid synthesis

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  108. Which of the following processes take place in C3-plants ?

    A.CO2 is fixed initially with phosphoenol pyruvate
    B.CO2 is fixed initially with phosphoglyceric acidCorrect
    C.CO2 is fixed initially erythrose-4-phosphate
    D.CO2 is initially fixed with dihydroxyacetone phosphate

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  109. The operation of glycolate pathway requires, which cell organelles ?

    A.Mitochondria
    B.Mitochondria and chloroplast
    C.Mitochondria, chloroplast and peroxisomeCorrect
    D.Peroxisome and chloroplast

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  110. In glycolysis when 1, 3, diphosphoglyceric acid is converted to phosphoenol pyruvic acid the process of phosphorylation specified here as

    A.Oxidative phosphorylation
    B.Reductive phosphorylation
    C.Substrate level phosphorylationCorrect
    D.Photosynthetic phosphorylation

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  111. Why is ethyl alcohol soluble in water?

    A.forms hydrogen bonds with waterCorrect
    B.ionised in water
    C.shows isomerization in water
    D.shows resonance in water

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  112. For a chemical reaction R → P, rate of reaction is given by

    A.Δ[R]/Δt
    B.-Δ[P]/Δt
    C.-Δ[R]/ΔtCorrect
    D.Δ[P]/Δ[R]

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  113. The pH value of 0.01M NaOH solution will be

    A.05
    B.09
    C.02
    D.12Correct

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  114. Which of the following is not an example of natural polymer ?

    A.Wool
    B.Silk
    C.Polyisoprene
    D.NylonCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  115. Haber's process is used for the manufacturing of which of the following?

    A.O2
    B.N2
    C.H2
    D.NH3Correct

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  116. What is meant by climax species?

    A.Endangered organism
    B.Extinct organism
    C.Organisms thriving in the last stage of successionCorrect
    D.None of the above

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  117. Biodiversity Act of India was passed in the year

    A.1986
    B.1996
    C.2002Correct
    D.2010

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  118. When is International Biological Diversity Day observed?

    A.22 December
    B.22 MayCorrect
    C.21 June
    D.None of the above

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  119. Which is the largest National Park of Madhya Pradesh?

    A.Kanha National ParkCorrect
    B.Madhav National Park
    C.Panna National Park
    D.Van Vihar National Park

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  120. Which one is not correct ?

    A.Rani Jhansi Marine National Park-Andaman Nicobar
    B.Sanjay Gandhi National Park-New DelhiCorrect
    C.Van Vihar National Park-Bhopal
    D.Silent Valley National Park-Kerala

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  121. Wind energy is a source of energy which is

    A.renewableCorrect
    B.non-renewable
    C.thermal
    D.none of the above

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  122. A man approaches a vertical plane mirror at speed of 2 m/sec. At what rate does he approach his image ?

    A.2 m/sec
    B.4 m/secCorrect
    C.6 m/sec
    D.8 m/sec

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  123. When a thin convex lens is put in contact with a thin concave lens of same focal length. The resultant combination has focal length equal to

    A.f/2
    B.2f
    C.0
    D.∞Correct

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  124. A person cannot see objects clearly beyond 50 cm. The power of the lens to correct the vision is

    A.+5 dioptre
    B.-0.5 dioptre
    C.-2 dioptreCorrect
    D.+2 dioptre

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  125. A live wire is hidden in a wall. Its position can be located with the help of

    A.Watt-meter
    B.Moving coil galvanometer
    C.Magnetic needleCorrect
    D.The position of wire cannot be located without breaking the wall

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  126. A-IDEA is a technology business incubator funded by Department of Science and Technology is related to which of the following field ?

    A.AgricultureCorrect
    B.Medicine
    C.Telecommunication
    D.Information Technology

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  127. Who determines the minimum support price of crops in India ?

    A.The Commission for Agricultural Costs and PricesCorrect
    B.The Agriculture Ministry
    C.The Finance Commission
    D.NABARD

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  128. What is the name of web-based portal launched by Ministry of Panchayati Raj to strengthen E-Governance in Panchayati Raj Institutions across the country ?

    A.E-Panchayat
    B.E-GramswarajCorrect
    C.Panchayat Online
    D.None of the above

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  129. What is the name of low cost paper strip test kit for Covid-19 developed by CSIR-Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology (CSIR-IGIB) with TATA sons ?

    A.Genbody Covid-19 Ag
    B.FeludaCorrect
    C.PC-RTC
    D.GB-Quick

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  130. Which of the following company has developed the oral antiviral drug 'Fabiflu' for treatment of mild to moderate Covid-19 patients ?

    A.Dr. Reddy's Lab
    B.Lupin Ltd.
    C.Glenmark PharmaceuticalsCorrect
    D.Biocon Ltd.

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  131. One of the important compound acting in human body as anticoagulant is known as

    A.Serine
    B.HeparinCorrect
    C.Streptomycin
    D.Albumin

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  132. The theory of evolution which proposes "Law of use and disuse" is known as

    A.Darwinism
    B.Mendelism
    C.Environmental struggle
    D.LamarckismCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  133. On which plant the mulation was first noticed by Hugo de Vries ?

    A.Mirabilis jalapa
    B.Oenothera lamarckianaCorrect
    C.Mimosa pudica
    D.Calotropis procera

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  134. The Anoxygenic bacterial photosynthesis is different than higher plant photosynthesis in which parameter ?

    A.It does not fix carbon
    B.It does not release oxygenCorrect
    C.Water is required as source of reductant
    D.It releases carbon dioxide

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  135. All the C-4 photosynthetic plants have specialized leaf anatomy, which is known by the name

    A.Kratz Anatomy
    B.Kranz AnatomyCorrect
    C.Dendrochronology
    D.Yarwood Anatomy

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  136. In E-mail sending option, what is the meaning of BCC ?

    A.Blind Carbon CopyCorrect
    B.Blank Compose Copy
    C.Blind Compose Copy
    D.Blank Carbon Copy

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  137. When the first Information Technology Act was passed in India to provide the legal framework for E-Commerce and to deal with cyber crimes ?

    A.1996
    B.2000Correct
    C.2006
    D.2016

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  138. What is the name of the program which is embed in a semiconductor chip during the manufacturing of the computer ?

    A.Embedded software
    B.FirmwareCorrect
    C.Inbuilt software
    D.Hardware

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  139. Which part of Saffron plant is used to obtain the spice 'Saffron' ?

    A.Dry stigmaCorrect
    B.Leaves
    C.Fruits
    D.Petals

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  140. Which of the following is an example of Non-volatile memory of a computer ?

    A.Cache memory
    B.RAM
    C.ROMCorrect
    D.None of the above

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  141. Which one is water borne disease ?

    A.CholeraCorrect
    B.Fluorosis
    C.Influenza
    D.Tuberculosis

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  142. At which Ritcher Scale magnitude of earthquake causes major damage to the human population ?

    A.4
    B.5
    C.6
    D.Above 6Correct

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  143. On which date is International Ozone Day celebrated every year?

    A.16 October
    B.15 October
    C.16 SeptemberCorrect
    D.15 September

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  144. Which acid is found in maximum amount in acid rain ?

    A.H2SO4Correct
    B.HNO3
    C.H2CO3
    D.HCl

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  145. Which is the largest reservoir of global carbon?

    A.Atmosphere
    B.Grasslands
    C.OceansCorrect
    D.Agro ecosystem

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  146. Which alloy steel is used for the preparation of permanent magnets ?

    A.Chrome steel
    B.Nickel steel
    C.AlnicoCorrect
    D.Stainless steel

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  147. In vulcanization, rubber is heated with which of the following elements?

    A.Phosphorus
    B.Iodine
    C.Sodium
    D.SulphurCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  148. Soaps are sodium salts of following long chain compound

    A.Fatty acidsCorrect
    B.Alkyl sulphates
    C.Benzene sulphonic acid
    D.Amino acids

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  149. Which one has the highest percentage in portland cement ?

    A.Fe2O3
    B.CaOCorrect
    C.SiO2
    D.Al2O3

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  150. In periodic table the elements of 16th group are known as

    A.ChalcogenCorrect
    B.Halogen
    C.Transition metal
    D.Transuranium element

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  151. The focal length of eye lens is controlled by

    A.Iris
    B.Cornea
    C.Ciliary musclesCorrect
    D.Optic nerve

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  152. The amount of heat produced in 5 minutes by an electric heater rated at 1000 W is

    A.2 × 10510^5 J
    B.3 × 10510^5 JCorrect
    C.4 × 10510^5 J
    D.300 J

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  153. Why is a chain reaction continuous?

    A.large mass defect
    B.large energy
    C.production of more neutron in fissionCorrect
    D.none of these

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  154. A piece of wire of resistance R is cut into five equal parts. These parts are then connected in parallel. If equivalent resistance is R' then the ratio of R/R' is

    A.1/25
    B.1/5
    C.5
    D.25Correct

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  155. What is the frequency of direct current?

    A.ZeroCorrect
    B.50 Hz
    C.60 Hz
    D.100 Hz

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  156. Where is the headquarters of International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) ?

    A.Paris, France
    B.New York, USA
    C.New Delhi, India
    D.Vienna, AustriaCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  157. The India's largest single site Ultra-Mega Solar Power Plant is located in which of the following State ?

    A.Uttar Pradesh
    B.Maharashtra
    C.Madhya PradeshCorrect
    D.Telangana

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  158. Which of the following is generally accepted as equivalent to the one-carbon credit ?

    A.100 kg of carbon
    B.100 kg of carbon dioxide
    C.1000 kg of carbon
    D.1000 kg of carbon dioxideCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  159. Which Ministry looks after the functioning of 'Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY)' ?

    A.Ministry of Power
    B.Ministry of Rural Development
    C.Ministry of Petroleum and Natural GasCorrect
    D.Ministry of New and Renewable

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  160. Which of the following Indian Nodal Agency is authorized for dealing with hacking phishing and other cyber security threats ?

    A.Indian Computer Emergency Response TeamCorrect
    B.Center for Development of Advance Computing
    C.Centre for Development of Telematics
    D.National Informatics Centre

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  161. This is not an endangered animal of Madhya Pradesh

    A.Tiger
    B.Gharial
    C.King CobraCorrect
    D.Sloth Bear

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  162. Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) was established in which year ?

    A.1984
    B.1986
    C.1988Correct
    D.1999

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  163. In which year did the Chernobyl nuclear disaster happen?

    A.1987
    B.1986Correct
    C.1998
    D.1999

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  164. Eutrophication is which type of pollution ?

    A.Air pollution
    B.Ground water pollution
    C.Surface water pollutionCorrect
    D.Soil pollution

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  165. Blue baby syndrome is caused due to the consumption of which in polluted water ?

    A.Arsenic
    B.NitrateCorrect
    C.Fluoride
    D.Chloride

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  166. In which of the compatible blood group for transfusion, no antibodies are present in blood serum ?

    A.ABCorrect
    B.B
    C.A
    D.O

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  167. To which era does the Jurassic period belong?

    A.Coenozoic
    B.Palaeozoic
    C.MesozoicCorrect
    D.Archaeozoic

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  168. Book lungs are respiratory organs of which of the following?

    A.Prawn
    B.ScorpionCorrect
    C.Snail
    D.Cockroach

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  169. Total number of autosomes in fertilized egg of human being is

    A.23
    B.46
    C.22
    D.44Correct

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  170. Leydig cells are found in which mammalian organ ?

    A.Liver
    B.Kidney
    C.Stomach
    D.TestisCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  171. Which is the purest form of commercial iron?

    A.Wrought ironCorrect
    B.Pig iron
    C.Cast iron
    D.Steel

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  172. What is the number of isotopes of Hydrogen?

    A.1
    B.2
    C.3Correct
    D.4

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  173. What is the structure of a water molecule?

    A.BentCorrect
    B.Linear
    C.Pyramidal
    D.Spherical

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  174. In galvanisation the surface of iron is covered by following metal

    A.Ni
    B.ZnCorrect
    C.Sn
    D.Cu

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  175. The nature of the reaction of formation of quick lime from limestone is

    A.Exothermic
    B.EndothermicCorrect
    C.Irreversible
    D.Spontaneous process

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  176. Which gas is secondary pollutant ?

    A.O2 (Oxygen)
    B.CO (Carbon monoxide)
    C.O3 (Ozone)Correct
    D.CH4 (Methane)

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  177. Bioplastic is made up of which substance ?

    A.Nylon
    B.Teflon
    C.Polyethylene
    D.Maize StarchCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  178. The main component of Gobar gas (Bio gas) is

    A.MethaneCorrect
    B.Carbon dioxide
    C.Propane
    D.Sulfur dioxide

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  179. What does high Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD) in water indicate?

    A.Presence of organic matter and polluted waterCorrect
    B.Non polluted water
    C.Pressure of insoluble substances
    D.Rain water

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  180. Which of the following gas is mainly responsible for global warming ?

    A.Carbon dioxideCorrect
    B.Nitrous oxide
    C.Methane
    D.Chlorofluorocarbon

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  181. Which is the most abundant granulocyte in human blood?

    A.Basophils
    B.NeutrophilsCorrect
    C.Monocytes
    D.Eosinophil

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  182. Where are Purkinje cells found?

    A.Cerebellar cortexCorrect
    B.Mammalian heart
    C.Voluntary cells
    D.Semicircular canals

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  183. Neurosecretory cells of hypothalamus secrete a product responsible for contraction of uterus and delivery of foetus that is

    A.Prolactin
    B.Vasopressin
    C.OxytocinCorrect
    D.Melatonin

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  184. In condition of stress, secretion of which hormone is increased by hypothalamus

    A.TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone)
    B.GTH (Gonadotropic Hormone)
    C.ACTH (Adrenocorticotropic Hormone)Correct
    D.STH (Somatotropic Hormone)

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  185. Which of the following is an example of a polysaccharide carbohydrate?

    A.GlycogenCorrect
    B.Glucose
    C.Maltose
    D.Sucrose

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  186. F2C = CF2 is a monomer of which of the following?

    A.TeflonCorrect
    B.Glyptal
    C.Nylon – 6
    D.Buna – S

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  187. What is the composition of siderite ore?

    A.Fe2O3
    B.Fe3O4
    C.FeS2
    D.FeCO3Correct

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  188. Which one among the following is a thermosetting polymer ?

    A.PVC
    B.Nylon
    C.BakeliteCorrect
    D.Polystyrene

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  189. Which of the following is a slag ?

    A.FeO
    B.CaO
    C.SiO2
    D.FeSiO3Correct

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  190. Brass is an alloy of which of the following metals?

    A.Cu and ZnCorrect
    B.Cu and Sn
    C.Cu and Ni
    D.Cu, Sn and Ni

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  191. The value of the magnetic field at a distance x from a long, straight current carrying conductor is proportional to

    A.x
    B.x2x^2
    C.1/x21/x^2
    D.1/xCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  192. Lenz's law is a consequence of the law of conservation of

    A.Charge
    B.Mass
    C.EnergyCorrect
    D.Momentum

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  193. According to Faraday's law, the total charge induced in a conductor that is moved in a magnetic field depends upon

    A.Initial magnetic flux
    B.Final magnetic flux
    C.Rate of change of magnetic flux
    D.Change in magnetic fluxCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  194. The energy released per fission of _{92}U^{235} nucleus is nearly

    A.200 eV
    B.20 eV
    C.200 MeVCorrect
    D.2000 eV

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  195. What steady current can be drawn from an accumulator of capacity 80 Ah ?

    A.4 ampere for 20 hourCorrect
    B.40 ampere for 6 hour
    C.50 ampere for 4 hour
    D.20 ampere for 5 hour

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  196. The National Skill Development Corporation, a Not-for-profit Public Limited Company has joined hands with which company to enhance the digital skills of the country's youth ?

    A.Paytm
    B.Facebook
    C.Google
    D.MicrosoftCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  197. FSSAI to develop app to prevent food wastage in partnership with which company ?

    A.Google
    B.Nasscom FoundationCorrect
    C.Infosys
    D.TCS

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  198. Which is India's first Pico-Satellite?

    A.GSAT – 4
    B.INSAT
    C.STUDSATCorrect
    D.ANUSAT

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  199. When does network congestion occur?

    A.In case of traffic overloadingCorrect
    B.When a system terminates
    C.When connection between two nodes terminate
    D.None of the mentioned

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  200. Which of the following is a Computer Network Topology ?

    A.BUSCorrect
    B.CAR
    C.Triangle
    D.None of these

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  201. The local winds blowing from the Sahara Desert to Mediterranean Sea are called :

    A.Bora
    B.Loo
    C.Chinook
    D.SiroccoCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  202. In which of the following is the Dead Sea located?

    A.gorge
    B.intermountain valley
    C.rift valleyCorrect
    D.intermountain plateau

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  203. What is the approximate length of India's land frontier ?

    A.12,500 km
    B.15,200 kmCorrect
    C.14,700 km
    D.15,700 km

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  204. Which of the following forests are found along the Western side of the Western Ghats ?

    A.Tropical evergreen forestsCorrect
    B.Tropical moist deciduous forests
    C.Tropical semi-evergreen forests
    D.Dry tropical forests

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  205. In which area of Madhya Pradesh are the oldest rocks of Archean system found ?

    A.Narmada Valley
    B.Satpura Range
    C.Maikal Range
    D.Bundelkhand PlateauCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  206. As per 2011 census, which district of Madhya Pradesh has the highest sex ratio among Scheduled Tribes ?

    A.BalaghatCorrect
    B.Mandla
    C.Dindori
    D.Alirajpur

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  207. How many members of the Rajya Sabha are nominated by the President ?

    A.15
    B.14
    C.12Correct
    D.13

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  208. When were the Eighth General Elections held ?

    A.November, 1984
    B.October, 1984
    C.December, 1984Correct
    D.February, 1984

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  209. In which Constitutional Amendment is voter age mentioned as 18 years ?

    A.68th
    B.61stCorrect
    C.63rd
    D.73rd

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  210. When was the Modern Secretariat of Madhya Pradesh formed ?

    A.November, 1958
    B.November, 1957
    C.November, 1956Correct
    D.November, 1959

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  211. Who conducts the elections in the District Administration ?

    A.Development Administration Officer
    B.Cultural Officer
    C.Army Officer
    D.District Election OfficerCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  212. Dr. P.V.K. Rao Committee is related to which of the following?

    A.Parliamentary Committees
    B.Planning Committees
    C.Election Committees
    D.Panchayati Raj CommitteesCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  213. In which Schedule of the 73rd Constitutional Amendment, 1993 were the Gram Panchayats given more responsibilities ?

    A.9th
    B.10th
    C.11thCorrect
    D.7th

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  214. Out of the following, which census-decade experienced the sharpest decline in sex ratio of India ?

    A.2001 – 2011
    B.1991 – 2001
    C.1981 – 1991
    D.1961 – 1971Correct

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  215. Out of the following, which waterfall is not located on Narmada river ?

    A.Mandhar waterfall
    B.Bhalkund waterfallCorrect
    C.Dardi waterfall
    D.Kapildhara waterfall

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  216. As per the Electricity Act, 2003, the consumers, as per their purchasing power are classified into how many categories ?

    A.Four
    B.Five
    C.SixCorrect
    D.Seven

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  217. Under the 12th Five Year Plan, the contribution of private sector in the development of electricity generation capacity is aimed at :

    A.41,110 MW
    B.46,825 MWCorrect
    C.50,757 MW
    D.61,537 MW

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  218. As per budget estimates of Madhya Pradesh of the year 2019 – 20, the fiscal deficit was targeted at what percent of GSDP (Gross State Domestic Product) at current prices ?

    A.3.34%Correct
    B.4.34%
    C.5.34%
    D.6.34%

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  219. Industrial Development Center Hingona Khurd is situated in which district of Madhya Pradesh ?

    A.Jabalpur
    B.Guna
    C.MorenaCorrect
    D.Shivpuri

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  220. The employment generated by MSME (Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises) in Madhya Pradesh up to December 2016 – 17 was :

    A.2.66 lakh
    B.2.25 lakh
    C.2.86 lakhCorrect
    D.1.94 lakh

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  221. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the code given below :
    List-I:
    (1) Uniform Resource Locator
    (2) Network of Networks
    (3) Rules of Communication
    (4) Display Web Page
    List-II:
    (i) Browser
    (ii) Web address
    (iii) Internet
    (iv) Protocol

    A.(1)-(ii), (2)-(iii), (3)-(iv), (4)-(i)Correct
    B.(1)-(ii), (2)-(iv), (3)-(iii), (4)-(i)
    C.(1)-(iv), (2)-(iii), (3)-(i), (4)-(ii)
    D.(1)-(iii), (2)-(i), (3)-(iv), (4)-(ii)

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  222. A program that searches the World Wide Web for one or more keywords and displays a list of related pages is :

    A.Prototype
    B.Search EngineCorrect
    C.Webcam
    D.Programmer

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  223. Which of the following is used to build a web page ?

    A.PowerPoint
    B.FTP
    C.HTMLCorrect
    D.ERP

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  224. Which of the following is not directly related to the Internet ?

    A.Website
    B.Word ProcessorCorrect
    C.Web Page
    D.Web Browser

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  225. A person stealing computer-stored information in an unauthorized manner is called :

    A.HackerCorrect
    B.Virus
    C.Processor
    D.Editor

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  226. Communication technology through which multiple people can be connected from two or more locations simultaneously through audio-video medium is :

    A.E-mail
    B.Video conferencingCorrect
    C.Animation
    D.E-commerce

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  227. In which city is the headquarter of International Olympics Committee situated ?

    A.Mumbai
    B.LausanneCorrect
    C.Paris
    D.London

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  228. Which is the venue of Slalom event in Khelo India Youth Games, 2023 ?

    A.Gwalior
    B.Jabalpur
    C.MaheshwarCorrect
    D.Bhopal

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  229. Who is the current President of the Indian Olympic Committee ?

    A.Mithali Raj
    B.Neeraj Chopra
    C.Karnam Malleswari
    D.P.T. UshaCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  230. In which State of India has the first National Sports University been set up ?

    A.Madhya Pradesh
    B.ManipurCorrect
    C.Meghalaya
    D.Maharashtra

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  231. Who is the winner of the Arjuna Award in Mallakhamb sports event for the year 2022 ?

    A.Sagar Kailas OvhalkarCorrect
    B.Lakshya Sen
    C.Manasi Joshi
    D.Sakshi Kumari

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  232. The venue of Khelo India Youth Games, 2023 was :

    A.Ujjain
    B.Indore
    C.Mandla
    D.All of the aboveCorrect

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  233. "Chinaman" is associated with which game ?

    A.Gymnastics
    B.CricketCorrect
    C.Volleyball
    D.Handball

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  234. Neha bought a cooler for ₹ 3,300 including a tax of 10%. Then the price of the cooler before tax is :

    A.₹ 2,700
    B.₹ 2,970
    C.₹ 3,000Correct
    D.₹ 3,030

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  235. An electric pole, 14 metres high, casts a shadow of 10 metres. What will be the height of a tree that casts a shadow of 15 metres under similar conditions ?

    A.21 mCorrect
    B.14 m
    C.15 m
    D.25 m

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  236. Difference between polynomials 7x2−4xy+8y2+5x−3y7x^2 - 4xy + 8y^2 + 5x - 3y and 5x2−4y2+6y−35x^2 - 4y^2 + 6y - 3 is :

    A.4x2−2xy+12y2+5x−9y+34x^2 - 2xy + 12y^2 + 5x - 9y + 3
    B.2x2−4xy+12y2+5x−9y+32x^2 - 4xy + 12y^2 + 5x - 9y + 3Correct
    C.2x2−4xy−12y2+5x−9y+32x^2 - 4xy - 12y^2 + 5x - 9y + 3
    D.4x2−2xy−12y2−5x+9y−34x^2 - 2xy - 12y^2 - 5x + 9y - 3

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  237. Neha's father's age is 5 years more than three times Neha's age. Neha's father is 44 years old, then Neha's age will be :

    A.39 years
    B.13 years
    C.12 yearsCorrect
    D.8 years

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  238. In the given figure, ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral in which AC and BD are its diagonals. If ∠DBC = 55° and ∠BAC = 45°, then the value of ∠BCD will be :

    A.65°
    B.90°
    C.80°
    D.70°Correct

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  239. In the given figure, lines PQ and RS intersect each other at point O. If ∠POR : ∠ROQ = 5 : 7, then the value of ∠POS will be :

    A.105°Correct
    B.75°
    C.150°
    D.210°

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  240. In the given figure, the value of x will be :

    A.1
    B.8
    C.12
    D.27Correct

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  241. What is the percentage of tribal population in the total population of Madhya Pradesh as per Census 2011 ?

    A.20.1%
    B.21.1%
    C.21.7%Correct
    D.23.7%

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  242. As per Article 164 of the Constitution of India, separate Ministers are appointed for welfare of Scheduled Tribes. Which of the following State/States has this system ?

    A.Madhya Pradesh and OdishaCorrect
    B.Madhya Pradesh only
    C.Odisha only
    D.None of the above

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  243. Match the following festivals of Madhya Pradesh with the places where they are held and select the correct answer from the choices given below :
    Festivals:
    (1) Dhrupad Samaroh
    (2) Bhoj Samaroh
    (3) Muktibodh Samaroh
    (4) Malwa Utsav
    Places:
    (i) Ujjain
    (ii) Bhopal
    (iii) Dhar
    (iv) Bhind

    A.(1)-(ii), (2)-(iii), (3)-(iv), (4)-(i)Correct
    B.(1)-(iii), (2)-(iv), (3)-(i), (4)-(ii)
    C.(1)-(iv), (2)-(i), (3)-(ii), (4)-(iii)
    D.(1)-(i), (2)-(ii), (3)-(iii), (4)-(iv)

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  244. Which of the following States has implemented the concept of Tribal Sub-Plan ?

    A.Haryana
    B.Punjab
    C.Madhya PradeshCorrect
    D.None of the above

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  245. Which of the following Youth home/house is not appropriately matched with the name of the tribe where it prevails ?
    (A) Madiya - Ghotul
    (B) Munda - Gatiora
    (C) Bhuiya - Rang-Bhang
    (D) Uraon - Dhumkoria

    A.Madiya - Ghotul
    B.Munda - Gatiora
    C.Bhuiya - Rang-BhangCorrect
    D.Uraon - Dhumkoria

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  246. Which of the following Schedules of the Constitution of India makes the provision of Tribes Advisory Councils ?

    A.Fifth ScheduleCorrect
    B.Sixth Schedule
    C.Seventh Schedule
    D.Eighth Schedule

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  247. Which of the following is the main component of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)?

    A.Butane
    B.MethaneCorrect
    C.Ethane
    D.Propane

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  248. Which of the following is the hardest substance?

    A.Platinum
    B.DiamondCorrect
    C.Silver
    D.Gold

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  249. Which of the following country has the richest biodiversity ?

    A.Russia
    B.India
    C.BrazilCorrect
    D.South Africa

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  250. In India, Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act came into force in :

    A.1984
    B.1972
    C.1978
    D.1981Correct

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  251. Malaria disease is caused by which of the following?

    A.ProtozoaCorrect
    B.Bacteria
    C.Virus
    D.Fungus

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  252. Which of the following gases is used in an electric bulb?

    A.Nitrogen oxide
    B.Inert gas (Argon)Correct
    C.Hydrogen
    D.Oxygen

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  253. Which gas is mostly responsible for global warming ?

    A.Nitrous oxide
    B.Methane
    C.Chloroflurocarbon (CFC)
    D.Carbon dioxideCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  254. Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction (SIGAR) is an agency of which nation ?

    A.USACorrect
    B.India
    C.Pakistan
    D.Russia

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  255. The earliest method of time-reckoning is mentioned in which of the following book ?

    A.Vedang JyotishCorrect
    B.Parashar Smriti
    C.Manu Smriti
    D.Kautilya's Arthashastra

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  256. Baba Haridas, the teacher of Tansen, was the native of which of the following place ?

    A.VrindavanCorrect
    B.Agra
    C.Delhi
    D.Mewar

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  257. The painting during the period of which of the following is known for the love of nature ?

    A.Akbar
    B.Shah Jahan
    C.Dara Shikoh
    D.JahangirCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  258. Which of the following place is being developed as the first breeding centre for white tigers ?

    A.Palamu
    B.Rajaji
    C.GovindgarhCorrect
    D.Corbett

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  259. During the Civil Disobedience Movement, at which of the following places was a provisional independent Government established by the revolutionaries ?

    A.Kolkata
    B.Chittagong
    C.PeshawarCorrect
    D.Thiruvananthapuram

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  260. During the period of Delhi Sultanate, who among the following rulers founded an independent kingdom in Malwa in 1401 A.D. ?

    A.Hoshang Shah
    B.Dilawar KhanCorrect
    C.Muhammad Shah
    D.Mahmud Khilji

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  261. Which of the following is a synonym of 'Piyush' ?

    A.Dhanya
    B.SudhaCorrect
    C.Neer
    D.Pay

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  262. Identify the correctly spelled word among the following :

    A.Shuddhikaran
    B.Adhyatmik
    C.DehikCorrect
    D.Tatkalik

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  263. Identify the Tadbhava word among the following :

    A.Asthi
    B.Netra
    C.Dadhi
    D.AnajCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  264. How many types of sentences are there based on structure ?

    A.Two
    B.Five
    C.ThreeCorrect
    D.Four

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  265. What is the antonym of 'Arvachin' ?

    A.Naveen
    B.PrachinCorrect
    C.Aadhunik
    D.Pauranik

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  266. What is the meaning of the idiom 'Bandar kya jaane adrak ka swad' ?

    A.A monkey cannot taste ginger
    B.A monkey does not like ginger
    C.A monkey has never seen ginger
    D.A fool cannot appreciate a good thingCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  267. What is 'Cashier' called in Hindi ?

    A.RokadiyaCorrect
    B.Bhandari
    C.Khata Lipik
    D.Ganak

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  268. What is the meaning of 'Sankshepan' (Précis writing) ?

    A.Bhav likhna
    B.Punah likhna
    C.Vistar se likhna
    D.Chhota kar denaCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  269. Whose literary work is 'Maltimadhavam' ?

    A.Kalidas
    B.Bhartrihari
    C.BhavabhutiCorrect
    D.Malti-Madhav Shastri

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  270. Who wrote 'Chandishatkam' ?

    A.Jayadev
    B.Chandidas
    C.Vidyapati
    D.BanabhattaCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  271. Which of the following is a creation of Padmakar ?

    A.Kavya Nirnay
    B.JagadvinodCorrect
    C.Bhav Vilas
    D.Prem Chandrika

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  272. Who is the author of 'Ramchandrika' ?

    A.Acharya KeshavCorrect
    B.Matiram
    C.Bhushan
    D.Padmakar

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  273. Based on the given passage, what could be a suitable title for the text ?

    A.Pustakalay aur BharatCorrect
    B.Mudrankala
    C.Gauravshali Bharat
    D.Vidyanuragi Bharat

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  274. According to the passage, what were the major places for collection of books earlier ?

    A.Pustakalay
    B.Kile
    C.Devalay-NripalayCorrect
    D.Mudranalay

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  275. According to the passage, a library is a living testimony of :

    A.Past glory
    B.History of civilizationCorrect
    C.Prosperity
    D.Development

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  276. According to the passage, what is the most important means for the progress of literature ?

    A.Devalay
    B.Nripalay
    C.Vidyalay
    D.PustakalayCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  277. Identify the abstract noun (Bhavavachak Sangya) among the following :

    A.AchhaiCorrect
    B.Aalasi
    C.Upayogi
    D.Buddhiman

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  278. Which case (Karak) is used in the sentence 'Mere hath se kitab gir gayi' ?

    A.Sambandh
    B.ApadanCorrect
    C.Karan
    D.Sampradan

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  279. Which Sandhi is present in 'Ekaik' ?

    A.Guna
    B.Yan
    C.Ayadi
    D.VriddhiCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  280. Breaking compound words to show their relationship is called :

    A.Pratyay
    B.Upasarg
    C.VigrahCorrect
    D.Samasik pad

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  281. Find the correct transformation of the following simple sentences into a complex sentence :
    Jim heard a noise.
    He phoned the police.

    A.Jim heard a noise and phoned the police.
    B.Jim phoned the police after noise.Correct
    C.Jim heard no noise and he also phoned the police.
    D.Jim heard a noise, phoned the police.

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  282. Fill in the blank with a suitable preposition given after the sentence :
    You can buy stamps _______ the post office.

    A.on
    B.atCorrect
    C.upon
    D.to

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  283. Fill in the correct conjunction in the sentence given below :
    God made the country _______ man made the town.

    A.andCorrect
    B.or
    C.under
    D.over

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  284. Choose the correct word to complete the sentence :
    A fleet of ships _______ through this canal every day.

    A.pass
    B.passing
    C.crossing
    D.passesCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  285. Choose the correct word to fill in the blank in the sentence given :
    If he had run fast, he _______ have won the race.

    A.must
    B.wouldCorrect
    C.had
    D.was

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  286. Fill in the blank from the options given :
    We see the sun _______ brightly in the morning.

    A.setting
    B.shiningCorrect
    C.have shone
    D.have shown

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  287. Which of the following is the odd set of words?

    A.Big, Bigger, Biggest
    B.Thin, Thinner, Thinnest
    C.Great, Greater, Greatest
    D.Please, Pleasing, PleasingCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  288. Supply the correct article in the following sentence :
    _______ pen is mightier than the sword.

    A.TheCorrect
    B.A
    C.An
    D.None of the above

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  289. Based on the passage, the journey by the two naval officers makes us realize :

    A.how difficult their journey is.
    B.how courageous these naval officers are.
    C.how to draw a map of the ocean.
    D.much of the world remains to be explored.Correct

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  290. According to the passage, 'Bathyscaphe' is the name of :

    A.A small steel ballCorrect
    B.A mothership
    C.A small boat
    D.A raft

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  291. According to the passage, why did the two officers wish to go under the Pacific Ocean ?

    A.To dig out dead sea creatures
    B.To find out life at the bottom of the seaCorrect
    C.To measure the depth of the sea
    D.To hunt sea creatures

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  292. According to the passage, why was petrol slowly emptied into the water ?

    A.To provide fuel to the ball
    B.To save the ball from fire
    C.To make the bathyscaphe heavy
    D.To hold the ball at one placeCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  293. What was the purpose of the journey undertaken by the two naval officers ?

    A.Adventure for fun
    B.Aqua-sports
    C.Pleasure trip
    D.ExplorationCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  294. Identify the part of speech of the underlined word in the following sentence :
    Have you ever seen a water bird ?

    A.AdjectiveCorrect
    B.Noun
    C.Verb
    D.Adverb

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  295. Select the correct part of speech of the underlined word in the sentence given below :
    Our needs are few.

    A.Verb
    B.Conjunction
    C.NounCorrect
    D.Interjection

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  296. Select the correct antonym of the word BLATANT from among the words given below :

    A.Decency
    B.QuietCorrect
    C.Loud
    D.Darken

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  297. Select the correct synonym of the word HEGEMONY from among the words given below :

    A.SupremacyCorrect
    B.Stupidity
    C.Sentimentality
    D.Complexity

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  298. The following is a sentence in Active Voice :
    Who taught you English ?
    Select the correct Passive Voice of the sentence from the options given below :

    A.English, who taught you ?
    B.Who taught English to you ?
    C.By who you were taught English ?
    D.By whom were you taught English ?Correct

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  299. Which option is the correct Active Voice of the sentence given below ?
    Promises should be kept.

    A.Promises are to be kept.
    B.One should keep one's promises.Correct
    C.One's promises should be kept by one.
    D.Promises can not be kept.

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  300. Choose the correct form of Indirect Speech of the sentence :
    Samir said to us, "You have done this work well."

    A.Samir has done this work well.
    B.You worked well, told Samir.
    C.Samir told us that we had done that work well.Correct
    D.That work is done, Samir told.

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  301. What type of resources are primary energy resources always classified as?

    A.Conventional only
    B.Non-conventional only
    C.Conventional as well as non-conventionalCorrect
    D.None of the above

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  302. Wind energy is a source of energy, which is :

    A.RenewableCorrect
    B.Non-renewable
    C.Thermal
    D.Nuclear

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  303. What is the advantage of using a solar cooker?

    A.Nutrition value is maintainedCorrect
    B.Cost is high
    C.Nutrition value gets destroyed
    D.No advantage

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  304. The nature of light waves is similar to :

    A.Cathode rays
    B.Cosmic rays
    C.Gamma raysCorrect
    D.Alpha rays

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  305. Which of the following is the wrong statement?

    A.Light travels in a straight line.
    B.Light is a wave motion.
    C.Light travels with a speed greater than the speed of sound.
    D.Light cannot travel through vacuum.Correct

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  306. What are solar cells made of?

    A.Metals
    B.Insulators
    C.Semi-conductorsCorrect
    D.Glass

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  307. Which type of mirror is used by a dental surgeon?

    A.Plane
    B.Convex
    C.ConcaveCorrect
    D.Both convex and concave

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  308. At the time of short circuit, the amount of current in the circuit :

    A.Reduces substantially
    B.Increases heavilyCorrect
    C.Does not change
    D.Varies continuously

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  309. Which of the following can be deflected by an electric field?

    A.X-rays
    B.Neutrons
    C.Gamma rays
    D.α-particlesCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  310. Which of the following instrument can detect the presence of electric current in a circuit ?

    A.Motor
    B.GalvanometerCorrect
    C.Generator
    D.None of the above

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  311. If an electric current is passed through a nerve, the human :

    A.Begins to laugh
    B.Begins to weep
    C.Is excitedCorrect
    D.Becomes insensitive to pain

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  312. Which of the following statements is true regarding the specific resistance of a wire?

    A.varies with its length
    B.varies with its cross-section
    C.varies with its mass
    D.does not depend upon its length, mass and cross-sectionCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  313. In electroplating, the article to be electroplated is known as :

    A.Electrolyte
    B.Anode
    C.CathodeCorrect
    D.Conductor

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  314. In a dry cell, which of the following energy is converted into electrical energy ?

    A.Mechanical
    B.ChemicalCorrect
    C.Kinetic
    D.Potential

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  315. Lenz's law is a consequence of the law of conservation of :

    A.Charge
    B.Mass
    C.Momentum
    D.EnergyCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  316. According to Faraday's law, the total charge induced in a conductor that is moved in a magnetic field depends upon :

    A.Change in magnetic fluxCorrect
    B.Initial magnetic flux
    C.Final magnetic flux
    D.Rate of change of magnetic flux

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  317. What are X-rays composed of?

    A.Stream of positive ions
    B.Electromagnetic radiationsCorrect
    C.Stream of electrons
    D.Stream of neutrons

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  318. In Hydrogen bomb, we use the process called :

    A.FusionCorrect
    B.Fission
    C.Ionisation
    D.Electrolysis

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  319. The energy released per fission of 92 U 235 nucleus is nearly :

    A.200 eV
    B.2000 eV
    C.200 MeVCorrect
    D.20 MeV

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  320. Which of the following is true regarding magnetic lines of force?

    A.always intersect
    B.are closed curvesCorrect
    C.tend to crowd far away from magnetic poles
    D.do not pass through vacuum

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  321. What type of action is a reflex action in vertebrates?

    A.Voluntary Action
    B.Involuntary ActionCorrect
    C.Normal Action
    D.None of these

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  322. What function or component does the human spleen control?

    A.Blood VolumeCorrect
    B.Pulse Rate
    C.Heart Beat
    D.Hormone Secretion

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  323. Which protein helps in opening of DNA double helix in front of replication fork ?

    A.DNA GyraseCorrect
    B.DNA Ligase
    C.DNA Polymerase
    D.DNA Polymerase 1

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  324. In mammalian kidney loop of Henle is situated in :

    A.Cortex
    B.MedullaCorrect
    C.Pelvis
    D.Renal column

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  325. In which blood group are antibodies not present in blood serum ?

    A.AB GroupCorrect
    B.B Group
    C.A Group
    D.O Group

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  326. The process of phosphorylation in Glycolysis is known as :

    A.Oxidative Phosphorylation
    B.Reductive Phosphorylation
    C.Substrate level PhosphorylationCorrect
    D.Photosynthetic Phosphorylation

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  327. The specialized leaf anatomy of C4 photosynthetic plant is named as :

    A.Cratz Anatomy
    B.Kranz AnatomyCorrect
    C.Dendrochronology
    D.Yarwood Anatomy

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  328. Osteomalacia is caused due to the deficiency of :

    A.Vitamin DCorrect
    B.Vitamin C
    C.Vitamin A
    D.Vitamin K

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  329. What structures does a bipolar neuron possess?

    A.one dendrite and one axonCorrect
    B.two axons and two dendrites
    C.two dendrites and one axon
    D.two axons and one dendrite

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  330. In which of the following organisms does binary fission occur?

    A.Amoeba
    B.Paramaecium
    C.Euglena
    D.All of theseCorrect

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  331. In which organ does the ornithine cycle take place?

    A.Kidney
    B.LiverCorrect
    C.Heart
    D.None of these

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  332. In which part of the digestive tract are Brunner's glands found?

    A.sub-mucosa of Stomach
    B.wall of Rectum
    C.sub-mucosa of DuodenumCorrect
    D.mucosa of Ileum

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  333. Who converts the Fibrinogen into Fibrin ?

    A.ThrombinCorrect
    B.Thrombokinase
    C.Ovary
    D.All of these

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  334. In which era did the first vertebrates appear?

    A.Archaeozoic Era
    B.Mesozoic Era
    C.Paleozoic EraCorrect
    D.Coenozoic Era

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  335. Which hormone is responsible for cell growth in plant cell ?

    A.Cytosine
    B.AuxinCorrect
    C.Gibberellin
    D.Dormin

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  336. Feeding on dead and decaying organism is known as :

    A.Autotropic
    B.Holozoic
    C.SaprophyticCorrect
    D.Parasitic

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  337. Five oogonia yield ten primary oocytes, then how many ova are produced by the completion of oogenesis ?

    A.5
    B.10Correct
    C.20
    D.40

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  338. Classification of which organism is based on the types of Asexual reproduction (Budding and Fission) ?

    A.Bacteria
    B.YeastCorrect
    C.Myxomycetes
    D.Actinomycetes

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  339. A connecting link between Protozoa and Porifera is :

    A.Chlamydomonas
    B.Euglena
    C.Protopterus
    D.ProterospongiaCorrect

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  340. What is the basic unit of Classification (Taxonomy) ?

    A.Genes
    B.SpeciesCorrect
    C.Genus
    D.Cell

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  341. Name an umbrella programme that was launched in 2007 to promote R & D.

    A.International S & T Cooperation
    B.Scientific Excellence
    C.Nanoscience and Technology
    D.Creating and Nurturing S & T Human ResourceCorrect

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  342. National Action Plan for Climate Change (NAPCC) launched missions are :

    A.National Mission for Sustaining Himalayan Ecosystem (NMSHE)
    B.National Mission on Strategic Knowledge for Climate Change (NMSKCC)
    C.Neither (A) nor (B)
    D.Both (A) and (B)Correct

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  343. Under the Ministry of Science and Technology, the Survey of India (SOI) was set up in :

    A.1767Correct
    B.1757
    C.1777
    D.1787

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  344. Which company signed the licence agreement and transfer of technology for Akash Missile weapon system of Indian Army Variant with Defence Research and Development Organisation ?

    A.Ordinance Factory Board
    B.Mishradhatu Nigam
    C.Bharat Dynamics LimitedCorrect
    D.Bharat Earth Movers Limited

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  345. Defence Research and Development Organisation will establish a research cell at which Indian Institute of Technology to meet the future defence technological requirements of the country ?

    A.IIT - Jodhpur
    B.IIT - IndoreCorrect
    C.IIT - Bhilai
    D.IIT - Hyderabad

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  346. Government launched portal “indianculture.gov.in” is developed by which of the following institutes ?

    A.IIT - Kharagpur
    B.IIT - Kanpur
    C.IIT - Mumbai
    D.IIT - DelhiCorrect

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  347. Who registered a new Cryptocurrency firm named “Libra Networks LLC” in Geneva, Switzerland ?

    A.BuyUcoin
    B.FacebookCorrect
    C.Paytm
    D.PhonePe

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  348. India's largest app for financial services that has integrated with Unified Payment Interface is :

    A.Wally
    B.Mint
    C.You Need A Budget
    D.ETMoneyCorrect

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  349. Which satellite is known as Earth Observation Satellite that was launched on 5th May, 2005 ?

    A.HAMSAT
    B.CARTOSAT-1Correct
    C.INSAT-4A
    D.RESOURCESAT-1

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  350. Name a space weapon which is designed to destroy or incapacitate satellites for strategic military purposes.

    A.IRS
    B.HAMSAT
    C.ASATCorrect
    D.SARAL

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  351. The Electronic Intelligence Satellite “EMISAT” was launched on :

    A.21st March, 2019
    B.28th March, 2019Correct
    C.22nd April, 2018
    D.1st April, 2019

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  352. Which of the following statements regarding the term ICT is/are true ?
    P : ICT is an acronym that stands for Indian Classical Technology.
    Q : Converging technologies that exemplify ICT include the merging of audio-visual, telephone and computer networks through a common cabling system.

    A.P only
    B.Q onlyCorrect
    C.P and Q both
    D.Neither P nor Q

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  353. What is the IP Address range of APIPA ?

    A.169.254.0.1 to 169.254.0.254
    B.169.254.0.1 to 169.254.0.255
    C.169.254.0.1 to 169.254.255.254
    D.169.254.0.1 to 169.254.255.255Correct

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  354. The management of data flow between computers or devices or between nodes in a network is called :

    A.Flow ControlCorrect
    B.Data Control
    C.Data Management
    D.Flow Management

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  355. Why is IP Protocol considered as unreliable ?

    A.A packet may be lost
    B.Packets may arrive out of order
    C.Duplicate packets may be generated
    D.All of the aboveCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  356. What is the size of source and destination IP address on IP header ?

    A.4 bits
    B.8 bits
    C.16 bits
    D.32 bitsCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  357. What is the Overarching theme of Economic Survey 2019 – 20 ?

    A.Unemployment
    B.Wealth CreationCorrect
    C.Industrial Reforms
    D.Startup Innovation

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  358. Which of the following best defines information?

    A.Raw Data
    B.Raw Knowledge
    C.Input Data
    D.Organised DataCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  359. Energy is released from Fossil Fuels when they are :

    A.Pumped
    B.Cooled
    C.BurnedCorrect
    D.Pressurised

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  360. What is the main chemical constituent of biogas?

    A.MethaneCorrect
    B.Carbon dioxide
    C.Nitrogen
    D.Hydrogen

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  361. Which biogeographical region of India has the highest endemic biodiversity ?

    A.Western GhatsCorrect
    B.Andaman and Nicobar Islands
    C.Deccan Plateau
    D.Gangetic Plains

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  362. Bioplastic is made from which substance ?

    A.Nylon
    B.Teflon
    C.Polyethylene
    D.Maize StarchCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  363. The first Marine National Park of India is in :

    A.Gulf of KutchCorrect
    B.Gulf of Mannar
    C.Southern Islands of Andaman
    D.Bay of Bengal

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  364. Which of the following gas is not considered for the measurement of Air Quality Index (AQI) ?

    A.Sulphur dioxide
    B.Oxides of Nitrogen
    C.NitrogenCorrect
    D.Carbon monoxide

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  365. International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) is also now designated as :

    A.World Conservation UnionCorrect
    B.World Conservation Unit
    C.World Comparative Unit
    D.World Nature Union

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  366. How many Biodiversity hotspots are there in the world ?

    A.10
    B.16
    C.25
    D.34Correct

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  367. International Man and Biosphere Programme was initiated by ____________ .

    A.UNEP
    B.ICSU
    C.UNESCOCorrect
    D.IUCN

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  368. International Ozone Day is celebrated every year on :

    A.16th October
    B.16th SeptemberCorrect
    C.21st January
    D.26th October

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  369. The unit for the measurement of noise pollution is :

    A.DecibelCorrect
    B.Hertz
    C.Watt
    D.Lux

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  370. High Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD) in water indicates :

    A.Presence of organic matter and polluted waterCorrect
    B.Non-polluted water
    C.Presence of insoluble substances
    D.Rainwater

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  371. Which of the following gas is mainly responsible for global warming ?

    A.Carbon dioxide (CO2)Correct
    B.NO2
    C.CH4
    D.Chlorofluorocarbon

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  372. Which of the following is a secondary pollutant gas ?

    A.CO2
    B.CO
    C.O3Correct
    D.CH4

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →

  373. Lichens are bioindicators of which pollutant gas ?

    A.Sulphur dioxideCorrect
    B.Carbon dioxide
    C.Carbon monoxide
    D.Fluorine gas

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  374. Ex-situ conservation of biodiversity can be done by :

    A.National Parks
    B.Botanical GardensCorrect
    C.Protected Areas
    D.Biosphere Reserves

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  375. Biological Diversity Act was implemented in which year in India ?

    A.2000
    B.2002Correct
    C.1998
    D.2001

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  376. Which of the following is not a Marine National Park in India ?

    A.Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park
    B.Galapagos Marine ReserveCorrect
    C.Rani Jhansi Marine National Park
    D.Gahirmatha Marine Sanctuary

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  377. Which of the following is a water-borne disease ?

    A.CholeraCorrect
    B.Fluorosis
    C.Influenza
    D.Tuberculosis

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  378. “Minamata” disease in Japan is caused by the entry of ____________ in the food chain.

    A.Salt of Arsenic
    B.Salt of MercuryCorrect
    C.Salt of Copper
    D.Iron Salt

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  379. Which of the following is not a part of Family Planning Programme of India ?

    A.Vasectomy
    B.Tubectomy
    C.Intrauterine devices
    D.HysterectomyCorrect

    2 Marks · Answer key: (D) · View question →

  380. Methemoglobinemia (blue baby syndrome) is caused due to excessive presence of ____________ in groundwater.

    A.Arsenic
    B.NitratesCorrect
    C.Fluoride
    D.Copper

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  381. What is the unit of second order reaction ?

    A.s⁻¹
    B.mol⁻¹ L s⁻¹Correct
    C.mol L⁻¹ s⁻¹
    D.mol⁻² L s⁻¹

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  382. Which of the following is not a soft base ?

    A.S⁻²
    B.I⁻
    C.CO₃²⁻Correct
    D.SCN⁻

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  383. What is the chemical composition of Magnetite?

    A.Fe₂O₃
    B.Fe₃O₄Correct
    C.FeCO₃
    D.FeS₂

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  384. Which of the following method is used for extraction or refining of metals ?

    A.Electrolysis
    B.Vapour phase refining
    C.Zone refining
    D.All of the aboveCorrect

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  385. What is the chemical composition of copper glance?

    A.CuFeS₂
    B.CuCO₃ · Cu(OH)₂
    C.Cu₂O
    D.Cu₂SCorrect

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  386. Calculate the pH of an aqueous ammonia solution that has OH⁻ concentration of 1.9 × 10⁻³ M.

    A.11.28Correct
    B.9.28
    C.7.28
    D.5.29

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  387. Which chemical bonds are present in glass?

    A.C – O
    B.Si – OCorrect
    C.Ge – O
    D.Sn – O

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  388. Which of the following is true in a reversible isothermal process?

    A.P is constant
    B.T is constantCorrect
    C.Both P and T are constant
    D.Neither P nor T are constant

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  389. Which of the following is not a synthetic polymer ?

    A.Polythene
    B.Nylon-6,6
    C.Buna-S
    D.ResinsCorrect

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  390. Which of the following is/are examples of oxoacids ?

    A.Hypochlorous acidCorrect
    B.Hydrochloric acid
    C.Both (A) and (B)
    D.None of these

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  391. Ilmenite and Rutile are principal ores of which metal ?

    A.Iron
    B.TitaniumCorrect
    C.Nickel
    D.Copper

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  392. Concrete gains strength due to which of the following factors?

    A.Chemical reaction of cement with sand and coarse aggregates
    B.Evaporation of water from concrete
    C.Hydration of cementCorrect
    D.All of the above

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  393. The molecular formula of Plaster of Paris is :

    A.2CaSO₄ · 2H₂O(s)
    B.2CaSO₄ · ½H₂O(s)Correct
    C.2CaSO₄ · 2H₂O(l)
    D.3CaSO₄ · ⅓H₂O(s)

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  394. The bond order of oxygen molecules, superoxide ion and peroxide is/are :

    A.1.5, 1, 2
    B.2, 1, 1.5
    C.2, 1.5, 1Correct
    D.1, 1.5, 2

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  395. Which of the following product is correct in the given reaction?
    RCOOH→(ii) H2O(i) LiAlH4?\text{RCOOH} \xrightarrow[\text{(ii) }\text{H}_2\text{O}]{\text{(i) }\text{LiAlH}_4} ?

    A.RCH₂OHCorrect
    B.R₂CH₂OH
    C.R₃CH₂OH
    D.R'CH₃OH

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  396. What is the IUPAC name of acetic acid ?

    A.Methanoic acid
    B.Propenoic acid
    C.Ethanoic acidCorrect
    D.All of the above

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  397. A measure of an atom's ability to attract electrons from a neighbouring atom to which it is bonded is called as :

    A.Electron affinity
    B.Electropositivity
    C.ElectronegativityCorrect
    D.Ionisation potential

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  398. How are H₂O and CO₂ classified in terms of acid-base behavior?

    A.Hard acid and hard base
    B.Soft acid and hard baseCorrect
    C.Soft acid and soft base
    D.Hard base and soft acid

    2 Marks · Answer key: (B) · View question →

  399. For s- and p-block elements, the configuration energy (CE) is defined as :

    A.CE = (n e_g + m e_g) / (n + m)Correct
    B.CE = (n e_g - m e_g) / (n + m)
    C.CE = (n + m) / (n e_g + m e_g)
    D.CE = (n + m) / (n e_g - m e_g)

    2 Marks · Answer key: (A) · View question →

  400. MnO + 2C → Mn + 2CO is the method of recovery for Manganese (Mn). Its principal mineral is :

    A.Scheelite
    B.Wolframite
    C.PyrolusiteCorrect
    D.Haematite

    2 Marks · Answer key: (C) · View question →