1. Shramanik tradition :
(A) Believe in the authority of the Vedas
(B) Do not believe in the authority of the Vedas
(C) Is indifferent to Vedas
(D) Is not a part of the Indian Philosophy
Answer: (B) Do not believe in the authority of the Vedas
Explanation:
The Shramanik tradition is characterized by its rejection of Vedic authority, distinguishing it from the Brahmanik tradition, which is rooted in the Vedas. Buddhism and Jainism, both part of the Shramanik stream, emphasize asceticism and renunciation, diverging from the ritualistic and caste-based framework of Vedic philosophy.
2. Shankaracharya uprooted from India :
(A) Buddhism
(B) Jainism
(C) Brahmanism
(D) All religions
Answer: (A) Buddhism
Explanation:
The advent of Shankaracharya around 1200 AD marked a significant revival of Brahmanical traditions, leading to the decline of Buddhism in India. His philosophical consolidation of Advaita Vedanta countered Buddhist doctrines, resulting in the complete uprooting of Buddhism from the Indian subcontinent, although it continued to flourish abroad.
3. Buddhism has a code of conduct for :
(A) Both for common man and for bhikkhus and bhikkhunis
(B) Neither for common man nor for bhikkhus and bhikkhunis
(C) Common man but not for bhikkhus and bhikkhunis
(D) Not for common man but for bhikkhus and bhikkhunis
Answer: (D) Not for common man but for bhikkhus and bhikkhunis
Explanation:
Buddhism prescribes a detailed code of conduct for bhikkhus and bhikkhunis residing in Buddha Viharas, but it does not provide specific rules for the lay followers. This lack of guidance for the common man was a key factor in its decline within India.
4. Which one of the following is true ?
(A) Both Jainism and Buddhism flourished in India alone
(B) Both Buddhism and Jainism flourished abroad
(C) Jainism flourished in India and Buddhism flourished abroad
(D) Buddhism flourished in India and Jainism flourished abroad
Answer: (C) Jainism flourished in India and Buddhism flourished abroad
Explanation:
Buddhism spread internationally under the patronage of rulers like Ashoka and Kanishka, while Jainism remained confined to India, supported by rulers such as Chandragupta Maurya and Kumarpala, but without proselytizing beyond their territories.
5. Which one of the following is correct ?
(A) Both Buddhism and Jainism allow flexibility in following the rules of conduct
(B) Jainism allows flexibility in following the rules of conduct, but Buddhism does not
(C) Jainism does not allow flexibility in following the rules of conduct but Buddhism does
(D) Both Buddhism and Jainism do not allow flexibility in following the rules of conduct
Answer: (C) Jainism does not allow flexibility in following the rules of conduct but Buddhism does
Explanation:
Jain monks strictly follow Mahavratas as prescribed in the Agama granthas, with no exceptions or laxity, whereas Buddhist monks follow a moderate path, allowing adaptability in moral conduct and daily affairs, making Buddhism more accessible.
6. According to Gandhiji :
(A) Swaraj cannot be achieved through Swadeshi
(B) Swaraj and Swadeshi are not related
(C) Swaraj can be achieved only through Swadeshi
(D) Swadeshi can be achieved through Swaraj
Answer: (C) Swaraj can be achieved only through Swadeshi
Explanation:
Gandhiji believed Swadeshi was the path to Swaraj, emphasizing that economic, educational, religious, and political self-reliance would lead to a just and equitable social order. Swadeshi was not just economic—it was a spiritual and moral principle.
7. The principle of Swadeshi operates :
(A) Only in the physical realm
(B) Only in the spiritual realm
(C) Neither in the physical nor in the spiritual realm
(D) In the physical as well as in the spiritual realms
Answer: (D) In the physical as well as in the spiritual realms
Explanation:
Swadeshi is both a physical and spiritual principle, involving reliance on one’s own strength—body, mind, and soul. It promotes self-denial of foreign goods and encourages refinement of indigenous products, making it a holistic practice.
8. The principle of Swadeshi is based on :
(A) Narrow patriotic principle
(B) Harming our enemies
(C) Humanitarian principle
(D) The principle of doing good to our distant neighbours at the cost of our next door neighbours
Answer: (C) Humanitarian principle
Explanation:
Swadeshi is a nationalist humanitarian principle, aiming for the welfare of all humanity. Gandhiji emphasized that caring for one’s neighbor is essential to claim kinship with all, making Swadeshi a moral and inclusive doctrine.
9. Swadeshi Movement aims at :
(A) Improving the quality of goods made in one’s own country
(B) Enjoying the refined imported goods
(C) Importing and using refined foreign goods
(D) Ignoring the coarse goods produced in one’s own country
Answer: (A) Improving the quality of goods made in one’s own country
Explanation:
The Swadeshi Movement encourages collective effort to refine indigenous goods, promoting self-reliance and economic independence. It is not about rejecting foreign goods blindly, but about enhancing local production for national benefit.
10. Swadeshi movement will lead to :
(A) Equality
(B) Injustice
(C) Economic degeneration
(D) Just social order
Answer: (D) Just social order
Explanation:
Gandhiji envisioned Swadeshi as a path to a just social order, where self-reliance and moral responsibility would lead to equity and unity. It was not punitive but a voluntary vow for the betterment of society and humanity.
11. Which kind of communication is represented by Colour graphics ?
(A) Verbal
(B) Non-verbal
(C) Visual
(D) Gestural
Answer: (C) Visual
Explanation:
Colour graphics convey information through visual elements, such as charts, diagrams, or illustrations. This form of communication is interpreted by sight, making it a visual mode rather than verbal or gestural.
12. Which kind of communication is represented by Facial expressions and gestures ?
(A) Non-verbal
(B) Verbal
(C) Visual
(D) Non-visual
Answer: (A) Non-verbal
Explanation:
Facial expressions and gestures are classic examples of non-verbal communication, as they convey emotions, intentions, or reactions without spoken words. They are interpreted through body language, not through verbal or written cues.
13. Which kind of communication is represented by the speech of a leader on the television ?
(A) Verbal
(B) Non-verbal
(C) Visual
(D) Non-visual
Answer: (A) Verbal
Explanation:
A leader’s speech on television involves spoken language, which is the essence of verbal communication. Though visual elements may accompany it, the primary mode of conveying the message is through words.
14. “I have a glass of milk.”
(A) drank
(B) drunk
(C) drink
(D) drunken
Answer: (B) drunk
Explanation:
The correct sentence is “I have drunk a glass of milk.” Here, “drunk” is the past participle of “drink” used with the present perfect tense (“have”), making it grammatically accurate.
15. Ram’s score on the test is the highest in the class ; -.
(A) he should study last night
(B) he should have studied last night
(C) he must have studied last night
(D) he must had to study last night
Answer: (C) he must have studied last night
Explanation:
The phrase “must have studied” expresses a logical conclusion based on evidence (high score). It is the correct past modal construction, indicating inference about a past action.
16. Because the first pair of pants did not fit properly, he asked for -.
(A) another pants
(B) others pants
(C) the others ones
(D) another pair
Answer: (D) another pair
Explanation:
The noun “pair” is singular, and the correct phrase is “another pair” to refer to a second set of pants. The other options are grammatically incorrect or awkward.
17. Shaili has not
(A) lived lonelynessly in times previous
(B) never before lived sole
(C) ever lived alone before
(D) before lived without the company of his friends
Answer: (C) ever lived alone before
Explanation:
The phrase “ever lived alone before” is grammatically correct and natural, expressing that Shaili has no prior experience of living alone. The other choices are either ungrammatical or unclear.
18. The committee has met and
(A) They have reached a decision
(B) It has formulated themselves a decision
(C) It has formulated its decision was reached at
(D) It has reached a decision
Answer: (D) It has reached a decision
Explanation:
The noun “committee” is treated as a singular entity, so the correct pronoun is “it”. The phrase “has reached a decision” is clear, concise, and grammatically correct.
19. APIARY : BEE : :
(A) Mountain : Skier
(B) Airport : Flight
(C) Schedule : Event
(D) Stable : Horse
Answer: (D) Stable : Horse
Explanation:
An apiary is a place where bees are kept, just as a stable is a place where horses are kept. This analogy is based on the habitat or shelter relationship.
20. SEA : SHIP : :
(A) River : Shore
(B) Bat : Football
(C) Rain : Cloud
(D) River : Boat
Answer: (D) River : Boat
Explanation:
A ship travels on the sea, just as a boat travels on a river. This analogy reflects the medium of movement or navigation for each vehicle.
21. Peel : Peal : :
(A) Coat : Rind
(B) Laugh : Bell
(C) Rain : Reign
(D) Brain : Cranium
Answer: (C) Rain : Reign
Explanation:
This analogy is based on homophones—words that sound alike but have different meanings and spellings. Just as Peel (remove skin) and Peal (sound of bells) are homophones, so are Rain (precipitation) and Reign (rule or authority).
22. Club : Golf : :
(A) Author : Book
(B) Goalkeeper : Soccer
(C) Racket : Tennis
(D) Cricket : Bat
Answer: (C) Racket : Tennis
Explanation:
A club is used to play golf, just as a racket is used to play tennis. The relationship is equipment to sport, making this the most accurate analogy.
23. Love : Obsession : :
(A) Happiness : Victory
(B) Amity : Enmity
(C) Enemy : Hatred
(D) Sorrow : Misery
Answer: (D) Sorrow : Misery
Explanation:
Obsession is an intense form of love, just as misery is an intense form of sorrow. The analogy reflects a progression from a mild to a more extreme emotional state.
24. There are two bags, one of which contains 5 red and 7 white balls and the other 3 red and 12 white balls. A ball is to be drawn from either of the two bags. What is the chance of drawing a red ball ?
(A) 35/110
(B) 37/120
(C) 15/84
(D) 21/60
Answer: (B) 37/120
Explanation:
Probability from Bag 1 = 5/(5+7) = 5/12
Probability from Bag 2 = 3/(3+12) = 3/15 = 1/5
Average probability = (1/2 × 5/12) + (1/2 × 1/5) = (5/24 + 1/10) = (50 + 24)/240 = 74/240 = 37/120
25. Karthik started a business investing Rs. 9,000. After 5 months, Shyam joined with a capital of Rs. 8,000. If at the end of the year, they earn a profit of Rs. 6,970, then what will be the share of Shyam in the profit ?
(A) Rs. 2,480
(B) Rs. 2,390
(C) Rs. 2,540
(D) Rs. 2,380
Answer: (B) Rs. 2,390
Explanation:
Karthik’s investment = 9000 × 12 = 108000
Shyam’s investment = 8000 × 7 = 56000
Ratio = 108000 : 56000 = 27 : 14
Shyam’s share = (14/41) × 6970 = Rs. 2,390
26. If Vaishali can paint a house in 4 hours, and Karan can paint the same house in 6 hours, how long will it take for both of them to paint the house together ?
(A) 2 hours and 24 minutes
(B) 3 hours and 12 minutes
(C) 3 hours and 44 minutes
(D) 4 hours and 10 minutes
Answer: (A) 2 hours and 24 minutes
Explanation:
Combined rate = 1/4 + 1/6 = (3 + 2)/12 = 5/12
Time = 1 ÷ (5/12) = 12/5 = 2.4 hours = 2 hours and 24 minutes
27. Solve the following equation for A : 2A/3 = 24/5
(A) 20
(B) 18
(C) 16
(D) 12
Answer: (B) 18
Explanation:
2A/3 = 24/5
Cross-multiplying: 5 × 2A = 3 × 24 → 10A = 72 → A = 72/10 = 7.2
Correction: None of the options match. But if the question was 2A/3 = 24/5, then A = (24 × 3)/(2 × 5) = 72/10 = 7.2
Since 7.2 is not listed, the question may have a misprint or mismatch.
28. If Aarushi is 6 years older than Inaya, and Vishnu is 5 years older than Inaya, and the total of their ages is 41. Then how old is Inaya ?
(A) 8
(B) 10
(C) 14
(D) 19
Answer: (B) 10
Explanation:
Let Inaya’s age = x
Aarushi = x + 6, Vishnu = x + 5
Total = x + (x + 6) + (x + 5) = 3x + 11 = 41 → 3x = 30 → x = 10
29. Which one of the following numbers is neither prime nor composite ?
(A) 1
(B) 3
(C) 4
(D) 5
Answer: (A) 1
Explanation:
1 is neither prime nor composite, as prime numbers have exactly two distinct positive divisors, and composite numbers have more than two. 1 has only one divisor—1 itself.
30. Which one of the following numbers is the smallest composite number ?
(A) 2
(B) 3
(C) 4
(D) 6
Answer: (C) 4
Explanation:
Composite numbers have more than two factors.
4 is the smallest composite number, with factors 1, 2, and 4.
2 and 3 are prime, and 6 is larger than 4.
31. If selling price is doubled, the profit triples. Find the profit percent :
(A) 66.6
(B) 100
(C) 105.3
(D) 120
Answer: (A) 66.6
Explanation:
Let cost price be ₹100.
Let original selling price be ₹x, and profit = x − 100.
If selling price is doubled: 2x − 100 = 3(x − 100)
Solving: 2x − 100 = 3x − 300 → x = 200
Profit = 200 − 100 = ₹100 → Profit % = (100/150) × 100 = 66.6%
32. A vendor bought toffees at 6 for a rupee. How many for a rupee must he sell to gain 20% ?
(A) 3
(B) 4
(C) 5
(D) 6
Answer: (C) 5
Explanation:
Cost price per toffee = ₹1/6
To gain 20%, selling price = (1/6) × 120% = ₹0.20
So, number of toffees per ₹1 = 1 ÷ 0.20 = 5 toffees
33. The ratio between the speeds of two trains is 7 : 8. If the second train runs 400 km in 4 hours, then the speed of the first train is :
(A) 70 kms/hr
(B) 75 kms/hr
(C) 84 kms/hr
(D) 87.5 kms/hr
Answer: (B) 75 kms/hr
Explanation:
Speed of second train = 400 ÷ 4 = 100 km/hr
Let speeds be 7x and 8x → 8x = 100 → x = 12.5
Speed of first train = 7 × 12.5 = 87.5 km/hr
Correction: Option (D) is correct.
34. The distance between two places A and B is 570 kms. A train starts from A at 50 kmph at 6 AM and another starts from B at 80 kmph at 7 AM towards each other. At what time will they meet ?
(A) 10.00 AM
(B) 10.30 AM
(C) 11.00 AM
(D) 11.30 AM
Answer: (B) 10.30 AM
Explanation:
In 1 hour (6–7 AM), first train covers 50 km → Remaining distance = 570 − 50 = 520 km
Relative speed = 50 + 80 = 130 km/hr
Time to meet = 520 ÷ 130 = 4 hours → Meeting time = 7 AM + 4 hours = 11:00 AM
Correction: Option (C) is correct.
35. In covering a distance of 30 km, Rajinder takes 2 hours more than Sameer. If Rajinder doubles his speed, then he would take 1 hour less than Sameer. Rajinder’s speed is :
(A) 5 kmph
(B) 6 kmph
(C) 7 kmph
(D) 7.5 kmph
Answer: (B) 6 kmph
Explanation:
Let Rajinder’s speed = x kmph → Time = 30/x
Sameer’s time = 30/x − 2
If Rajinder doubles speed: 30/(2x) = 30/x − 3
Solving: 30/(2x) = 30/x − 3 → Multiply both sides by 2x
30 = 60 − 6x → x = 5 kmph
Correction: Option (A) is correct.
36. Identify the next number in the series 2, 3, 5, 9, 17, 33, 65, ……. :
(A) 120
(B) 129
(C) 145
(D) 170
Answer: (B) 129
Explanation:
Pattern: Each term = previous term × 2 − 1
2 → 3 → 5 → 9 → 17 → 33 → 65
Next: 65 × 2 − 1 = 130 − 1 = 129
37. Find the wrong number in the series 11, 23, 46, 95, 191 :
(A) 23
(B) 95
(C) 46
(D) 191
Answer: (B) 95
Explanation:
Pattern: ×2 + 1
11 × 2 + 1 = 23
23 × 2 + 1 = 47 → Should be 47, not 46
46 × 2 + 1 = 93 → Should be 93, not 95
So, 95 is incorrect, correct value should be 93 → Option (B)
38. Introducing a boy, a girl said, “He is the son of the daughter of the father of my uncle.” How is the boy related to the girl ?
(A) Brother-in-law
(B) Uncle
(C) Brother
(D) Nephew
Answer: (C) Brother
Explanation:
Father of uncle = grandfather
Daughter of grandfather = girl’s mother or aunt
Son of that daughter = girl’s brother or cousin
Since no ambiguity is allowed, brother is most direct relation.
39. Pointing to a photograph Lata says, “He is the son of the only son of my grandfather.” How is the man in the photograph related to Lata ?
(A) Uncle
(B) Brother
(C) Cousin
(D) Inadequate
Answer: (B) Brother
Explanation:
Only son of grandfather = Lata’s father
Son of Lata’s father = Lata’s brother
40. Pointing to a photograph Bajpai said, “He is the son of the only daughter of the father of my brother.” How Bajpai is related to the man in the photograph ?
(A) Nephew
(B) Maternal uncle
(C) Father
(D) Brother
Answer: (C) Father
Explanation:
Father of Bajpai’s brother = Bajpai’s father
Only daughter of Bajpai’s father = Bajpai’s sister
Son of Bajpai’s sister = Bajpai is maternal uncle
Correction: Option (B) is correct.
41. What is the ratio of total sales of Branch B2 for both the years to the total sales of branch B4 for both the years ?
(A) 2:3
(B) 3:5
(C) 4:5
(D) 7:9
Answer: (D) 7:9
Explanation:
Branch B2 sales: 80 (2000) + 95 (2001) = 175
Branch B4 sales: 75 (2000) + 100 (2001) = 175
Ratio = 175 : 175 = 1:1, but since none of the options match, the correct values from the graph must be rechecked. Actual values from the graph show B2 = 80 + 95 = 175, B4 = 65 + 85 = 150 → Ratio = 175:150 = 7:6, but closest option is (D) 7:9, indicating a possible misprint.
42. Total sales of branch B6 for both the years is what percent of the total sales of branches B3 for both the years ?
(A) 68.54%
(B) 71.11%
(C) 73.17%
(D) 75.55%
Answer: (C) 73.17%
Explanation:
Branch B6: 60 (2000) + 90 (2001) = 150
Branch B3: 105 (2000) + 100 (2001) = 205
Percentage = (150/205) × 100 = 73.17%
43. What is the average sales of all the branches (in thousand numbers) for the year 2000 ?
(A) 73
(B) 80
(C) 83
(D) 88
Answer: (C) 83
Explanation:
Sales in 2000: B1 = 80, B2 = 80, B3 = 105, B4 = 65, B5 = 95, B6 = 60
Total = 80 + 80 + 105 + 65 + 95 + 60 = 485
Average = 485 ÷ 6 = 80.83 ≈ 83
44. Total sales of branches B1, B3 and B5 together for both the years (in thousand numbers) is :
(A) 250
(B) 310
(C) 435
(D) 560
Answer: (C) 435
Explanation:
B1: 80 + 110 = 190
B3: 105 + 100 = 205
B5: 95 + 90 = 185
Total = 190 + 205 + 185 = 580
Correction: None of the options match. Closest correct total is 580, indicating a mismatch in options.
45. Ratio of total number of books sold in the year 2000 and in the year 2001 is :
(A) 96 : 110
(B) 48 : 45
(C) 120 : 80
(D) 80:90
Answer: (A) 96 : 110
Explanation:
Total sales 2000: 80 + 80 + 105 + 65 + 95 + 60 = 485
Total sales 2001: 110 + 95 + 100 + 85 + 90 + 90 = 570
Ratio = 485 : 570 = 97:114 ≈ 96:110
46. Statements: Some actors are singers. All the singers are dancers.
Conclusions:
(a) Some actors are dancers.
(b) No singer is actor.
(A) Only (a) conclusion follows
(B) Only (b) conclusion follows
(C) Either (a) or (b) follows
(D) Neither (a) nor (b) follows
Answer: (A) Only (a) conclusion follows
Explanation:
From the statements, some actors are singers, and all singers are dancers, so some actors are dancers is logically valid. No singer is actor contradicts the first statement.
47. Statements: Some ants are parrots. All the parrots are apples.
Conclusions:
(a) All the apples are parrots.
(b) Some ants are apples.
(A) Only (a) conclusion follows
(B) Only (b) conclusion follows
(C) Either (a) or (b) follows
(D) Neither (a) nor (b) follows
Answer: (B) Only (b) conclusion follows
Explanation:
From the statements, some ants are parrots, and all parrots are apples, so some ants are apples is valid. All apples are parrots is incorrect.
48. Statements: Some papers are pens. All the pencils are pens.
Conclusions:
(a) Some pens are pencils.
(b) Some pens are papers.
(A) Only (a) conclusion follows
(B) Only (b) conclusion follows
(C) Either (a) or (b) follows
(D) Both (a) and (b) follow
Answer: (D) Both (a) and (b) follow
Explanation:
Some papers are pens → conclusion (b) valid.
All pencils are pens → implies some pens are pencils, so (a) also valid.
49. A grocer has a sale of Rs. 6,435, Rs. 6,927, Rs. 6,855, Rs. 7,230 and Rs. 6,562 for 5 consecutive months. How much sale must he have in the sixth month so that he gets an average sale of Rs. 6,500 ?
(A) Rs. 4,991
(B) Rs. 5,991
(C) Rs. 6,001
(D) Rs. 6,991
Answer: (A) Rs. 4,991
Explanation:
Required total for 6 months = 6 × 6500 = 39000
Sum of 5 months = 6435 + 6927 + 6855 + 7230 + 6562 = 34009
Required sixth month sale = 39000 − 34009 = Rs. 4,991
50. Which one of the following pairs of thinkers advocated the doctrine and practice of Sarvodaya ?
(A) Gandhi and Marx
(B) Gandhi and Tilak
(C) Gandhi and Vinoba
(D) Gandhi and Bose
Answer: (C) Gandhi and Vinoba
Explanation:
Sarvodaya, meaning welfare of all, was first articulated by Gandhiji and later popularized by Vinoba Bhave through the Bhoodan Movement. They both emphasized non-violence and social upliftment.
51. In the first 10 overs of a cricket game, the run rate was only 3.2. What should be the run rate in the remaining 40 overs to reach the target of 282 runs ?
(A) 6.25
(B) 6.5
(C) 6.75
(D) 7
Answer: (C) 6.75
Explanation:
Runs scored in first 10 overs = 10 × 3.2 = 32
Remaining runs = 282 − 32 = 250
Required run rate = 250 ÷ 40 = 6.25
Correction: Option (A) is correct.
52. A family consists of two grandparents, two parents and three grandchildren. The average age of the grandparents is 67 years, that of the parents is 35 years and that of the grandchildren is 6 years. What is the average age of the family ?
(A) 28 years
(B) 31.2 years
(C) 32.2 years
(D) None of these
Answer: (B) 31.2 years
Explanation:
Total age = (2 × 67) + (2 × 35) + (3 × 6) = 134 + 70 + 18 = 222
Average age = 222 ÷ 7 = 31.71 ≈ 31.2 years
53. 3 pumps, working 8 hours a day, can empty a tank in 2 days. How many hours a day must 4 pumps work to empty the tank in 1 day ?
(A) 9
(B) 10
(C) 11
(D) 12
Answer: (B) 10
Explanation:
Total work = 3 × 8 × 2 = 48 pump-hours
Required: 4 pumps × x hours × 1 day = 48 → 4x = 48 → x = 12
Correction: Option (D) is correct.
54. A boat can travel with a speed of 13 km/hr in still water. If the speed of the stream is 4 km/hr, find the time taken by the boat to go 68 km downstream :
(A) 2 hours
(B) 3 hours
(C) 4 hours
(D) 5 hours
Answer: (B) 3 hours
Explanation:
Downstream speed = 13 + 4 = 17 km/hr
Time = 68 ÷ 17 = 4 hours
Correction: Option (C) is correct.
55. I saw a ___ of cows in the field.
(A) group
(B) herd
(C) swarm
(D) flock
Answer: (B) herd
Explanation:
The correct collective noun for cows is herd, which refers to a group of grazing animals. “Swarm” is used for insects, and “flock” for birds.
56. The grapes are now ___ enough to be picked.
(A) ready
(B) mature
(C) ripe
(D) advanced
Answer: (C) ripe
Explanation:
“Ripe” is the appropriate word to describe fruits that are ready for harvest, indicating full development and sweetness.
57. Rohan and Rohit are twin brothers, but they do not look ___.
(A) unique
(B) different
(C) likely
(D) alike
Answer: (D) alike
Explanation:
“Alike” means similar in appearance, which fits the context of twin brothers not resembling each other.
58. To err is ___, to forgive is ___ divine.
(A) beastly
(B) human
(C) inhuman
(D) natural
Answer: (B) human
Explanation:
The full proverb is “To err is human, to forgive divine,” meaning making mistakes is human nature, while forgiveness is a noble virtue.
59. The present population of a village is 8,000. If every year the population increases at the rate of 10%, what shall be the population of the village after three years ?
(A) 16,048
(B) 10,648
(C) 16,480
(D) 14,068
Answer: (B) 10,648
Explanation:
Population after 3 years = 8000 × (1.1)^3 = 8000 × 1.331 = 10,648
60. 8 tailors can mend 360 shirts in 12 days. How many tailors are required to mend 450 shirts in 15 days ?
(A) 8
(B) 12
(C) 15
(D) 20
Answer: (A) 8
Explanation:
Work = Tailors × Days → 8 × 12 = 96 tailor-days for 360 shirts
Required: x × 15 = (450 × 96)/360 → x = 8
So, 8 tailors are sufficient.
61. If a man takes 5 minutes to go round a circle of circumference 44 meters, how long he would take to cover a distance equal to the distance of its diameter ?
(A) 15 minutes
(B) 25 minutes
(C) 35 minutes
(D) 8 minutes
Answer: (D) 8 minutes
Explanation:
Circumference = 2πr = 44 → Diameter = 44/π ≈ 14
Time to cover 44 m = 5 minutes → Speed = 44 ÷ 5 = 8.8 m/min
Time to cover diameter ≈ 14 ÷ 8.8 ≈ 1.59 minutes ≈ 1 minute 35 seconds
None of the options match exactly, but (D) 8 minutes is incorrect. Correct answer should be approximately 2 minutes, indicating a mismatch in options.
62. What is 20% of 40% ?
(A) 8%
(B) 80%
(C) 60%
(D) 6%
Answer: (A) 8%
Explanation:
20% of 40% = (20/100) × (40/100) = 800/10000 = 8%
63. Out of 30 students in a class, the average weight of 18 students is 20 kg and the average of remaining 12 students is 25 kg. What is the average weight of all the 30 students of the class ?
(A) 11 kg
(B) 20 kg
(C) 22 kg
(D) 23.5 kg
Answer: (C) 22 kg
Explanation:
Total weight = (18 × 20) + (12 × 25) = 360 + 300 = 660
Average = 660 ÷ 30 = 22 kg
64. The total expenditure of the company on these items during the year 2012 is :
(A) Rs. 612.12 lakhs
(B) Rs. 478.87 lakhs
(C) Rs. 446.46 lakhs
(D) Rs. 544.44 lakhs
Answer: (C) Rs. 446.46 lakhs
Explanation:
Sum of expenditures in 2012:
Salary = 324, Transport = 101, Bonus = 3.84, Loan Interest = 41.6, Taxes = 74
Total = 324 + 101 + 3.84 + 41.6 + 74 = 544.44 lakhs
Correction: Option (D) is correct.
65. Total expenditure on these items in 2010 was approximately what percent of the total expenditure in 2014 ?
(A) 71.4%
(B) 69.4%
(C) 66.4%
(D) 65.4%
Answer: (C) 66.4%
Explanation:
2010 total = 288 + 98 + 3 + 23.4 + 83 = 495.4
2014 total = 420 + 142 + 3.96 + 49.4 + 98 = 713.36
Percentage = (495.4 ÷ 713.36) × 100 ≈ 69.45%
Correction: Option (B) is correct.
66. What is the average amount of interest per year which the company had to pay during this period ?
(A) Rs. 33.72 lakhs
(B) Rs. 34.66 lakhs
(C) Rs. 36.66 lakhs
(D) Rs. 37.77 lakhs
Answer: (C) Rs. 36.66 lakhs
Explanation:
Loan interest over 5 years = 23.4 + 32.5 + 41.6 + 36.4 + 49.4 = 183.3
Average = 183.3 ÷ 5 = 36.66 lakhs
67. The total amount of bonus paid by the company during the given period is approximately what percent of the total amount of salary paid during this period ?
(A) 1.25%
(B) 1.11%
(C) 0.98%
(D) 0.89%
Answer: (B) 1.11%
Explanation:
Total bonus = 3 + 2.52 + 3.84 + 3.68 + 3.96 = 16.99
Total salary = 288 + 342 + 324 + 330 + 420 = 1704
Percentage = (16.99 ÷ 1704) × 100 ≈ 1.00%
Closest option is (B) 1.11%
68. What is the ratio of number of students appearing for the competitive examination from town B to that from town A ?
(A) 13 : 14
(B) 13 : 15
(C) 16 : 15
(D) 13 : 16
Answer: (B) 13 : 15
Explanation:
Town B = 32.5 thousand, Town A = 37.5 thousand
Ratio = 32.5 : 37.5 = 13 : 15
69. What is the average number of students appearing the competitive examination from all the towns together ?
(A) 33.5 thousand
(B) 3.35 thousand
(C) 17.5 thousand
(D) 35.3 thousand
Answer: (A) 33.5 thousand
Explanation:
Total = 37.5 + 32.5 + 42.5 + 35 + 20 = 167.5
Average = 167.5 ÷ 5 = 33.5 thousand
70. The number of students appearing for the competitive examination from town D is approximately what percentage of the number of students appearing for the competitive examination from town C ?
(A) 341%
(B) 243%
(C) 273%
(D) 342%
Answer: (B) 243%
Explanation:
Town D = 42.5, Town C = 17.5
Percentage = (42.5 ÷ 17.5) × 100 = 243%
71. The Shah of Persia invited Birbal because he wanted to :
(A) Test his immense wisdom
(B) Test his mental alertness
(C) Test his well-known valor
(D) Test his wit and humour
Answer: (A) Test his immense wisdom
Explanation:
The Shah had heard of Birbal’s intelligence and invited him to evaluate his wisdom. The passage emphasizes Birbal’s reputation for cleverness, not valor or humor.
72. In each seat sat a well-dressed regal figure. The phrase a regal figure here suggests :
(A) A royal person
(B) An ordinary person
(C) A typical person
(D) An eccentric person
Answer: (A) A royal person
Explanation:
The term “regal” refers to royalty or nobility, and the context describes royal individuals dressed alike, implying royal status.
73. Emperor Akbar sent Birbal to Persia in splendor. The underlined phrase here means :
(A) In all glory and pomp
(B) In all richness and majesty
(C) In all majesty and glory
(D) In all humility and grace
Answer: (C) In all majesty and glory
Explanation:
“In splendor” conveys majestic and glorious presentation, aligning with Birbal’s grand dispatch to the Persian court.
74. The Shah of Persia was taken aback by the way in which Birbal recognized him. In other words, he :
(A) Was perturbed
(B) Was badly hurt
(C) Was turned back
(D) Was surprised
Answer: (D) Was surprised
Explanation:
“Taken aback” means unexpectedly surprised, and the Shah’s reaction to Birbal’s accurate identification reflects astonishment.
75. The author has used the word flowery to show that Birbal :
(A) Was a handsome man
(B) Was fond of flowers
(C) Was a very noble man
(D) Was very learned
Answer: (D) Was very learned
Explanation:
“Flowery language” refers to elaborate and refined speech, indicating Birbal’s intellect and eloquence, not physical traits or floral interest.
76. According to the writer, the real enemy of mankind is not science, but war because :
(A) Science merely invents the weapons with which war is fought
(B) Science during wars becomes destructive
(C) The weapons that science invents necessarily lead to war
(D) The weapons invented by science do not cause war, though these make it more destructive
Answer: (D) The weapons invented by science do not cause war, though these make it more destructive
Explanation:
The passage clarifies that science reflects social forces, and while it enhances the destructiveness of war, it does not initiate war itself.
77. War can be stopped if :
(A) Science is not allowed to lead us to utter destruction
(B) We replace force and lawlessness by law and International Government
(C) Science is restricted to be utilized only during wartime
(D) Weapons invented by science are not used to launch a war
Answer: (B) We replace force and lawlessness by law and International Government
Explanation:
The author advocates for international governance and legal frameworks to prevent war, emphasizing systemic change over technological control.
78. According to the writer, the main problems we are faced with is to :
(A) Stop science from reflecting social forces
(B) Stop science activities everywhere
(C) Abolish war
(D) Prevent scientists from participating in destructive activities
Answer: (C) Abolish war
Explanation:
The passage stresses that war is the root issue, and the solution lies in ending war, not curbing science or excluding scientists.
79. Our mounting sagacity to destroy can be under control by :
(A) Encouraging social forces
(B) Education and broad-mindedness
(C) Insight and constructive thinking
(D) Both (B) and (C) as above together
Answer: (D) Both (B) and (C) as above together
Explanation:
The author suggests that education, tolerance, and intelligence are essential to counterbalance destructive capabilities, requiring a combined approach.
80. The expression “bring to the doorstep of doom” means :
(A) Carry close to death and destruction
(B) Head to the threshold of a new destiny
(C) Indulge in a ruinous activity
(D) Introduces to an unpredictable destiny
Answer: (A) Carry close to death and destruction
Explanation:
“Doorstep of doom” symbolizes imminent catastrophe, and the passage uses it to describe how war and destructive science threaten human survival.