Prepare for the BHEL Engineer Trainee (ET Electrical) recruitment examination with official previous years' solved question papers across Electric Circuits & Fields, Electrical Machines (Turbo-Generators, Synchronous & Induction Motors, Transformers), Power Systems (Generation, EHV Transmission, Grid Stability & Switchgear Protection), Control Systems, Power Electronics & HVDC Transmission, Electrical & Electronic Measurements, Analog & Digital Electronics, and General Engineering Aptitude.
Marking pattern: +1.00 positive, -0.25 (1/4th) negative marking (Official BHEL Engineer Trainee Computer-Based Test Scheme).
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Despite his vast knowledge and experience, the professor remained ________ in his interactions with students, always encouraging them to express their ideas freely.
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Abira completed the project ________, ensuring every detail was perfect before submitting it.
The given sentences, when properly sequenced, form a coherent paragraph. Each sentence is labelled with a letter. Choose the most logical order of the sentences from among the given choices to construct a coherent paragraph.
A. In India, fierce competition for medical seats drives 20,000+ students abroad yearly, often to institutions of questionable quality.
B. This has led to increased international mobility of students.
C. However, foreign-trained doctors face strict licensing requirements in India and abroad, raising concerns over education standards.
D. There is a global paradox in medical education; despite the growing shortage of doctors, governments and medical professionals resist expanding access to medical schools.
E. While the Indian Government has increased medical seats by 130% in a decade and plans 75,000 more in five years, balancing expansion with quality remains a challenge.
F. Further, Indian groups like Manipal run overseas medical colleges to meet this demand.
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the word 'diligent' in the given sentence.
The diligent student completed all his assignments well before the deadline.
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Obsequious
Select the most appropriate option to complete the statement and make it grammatically and contextually correct.
The psychological thriller had a ________ plot that kept viewers guessing until the final scene.
Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Sentences of a paragraph are given below. While the first and the last sentences (S1 and S6) are in the correct order, the sentences in between are jumbled up. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
S1. India has been closely monitoring global trends in cryptocurrency to shape its own policy decisions.
A) Economic Affairs Secretary Ajay Seth emphasised the importance of a collaborative approach to crypto regulation, given its borderless nature.
B) The Indian Government is reassessing its stance on cryptocurrency regulation due to evolving global perspectives.
C) Recent crypto-friendly policy announcements in the United States have particularly influenced this shift.
D) This reevaluation may delay the release of a discussion paper on cryptocurrencies initially scheduled for September 2024.
S6. The government plans to work with international regulators to ensure a balanced approach to crypto regulation.
Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
A. Wholesale prices for edible oils jumped 33.1%, indicating there is likely more pass-through of these costs in retail prices.
B. If commuting costs, which accounted for the highest chunk of households' non-food spending in 2023-24, and cooking fuel costs flare up along with the price of fats to fry one's meals, household budgets will be exacerbated afresh.
C. Any weather shocks this coming summer and monsoon could also undo food price gains.
D. Edible oil prices have been rising sharply for a few months already, with high global prices compounded by the Centre's decision to impose import duties.
E. With the rupee declining 4% against the US dollar so far in the second half of 2024-25, imported inflation can play spoilsport, particularly on fuels, and edible oils where imports constitute 60% of India's consumption needs.
F. They were up 15.6% in January, the highest in almost three years.
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Rakesh ________ explained the complex mathematical theorem to his struggling students.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blanks.[cite: 75]
The lawyer struggled _________ argue the case convincingly because he was not well-versed _________ the nuances of international law.[cite: 75]
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.[cite: 75]
Recondite[cite: 75]
Select the option that rectifies the underlined incorrectly spelt word in the given sentence.[cite: 76]
The scientist's discovery was truly phenomenol.[cite: 76]
Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.[cite: 76]
A) Missions such as Chandrayaan and Mangalyaan exemplify India's technological prowess.[cite: 76]
B) Furthermore, they have inspired a new generation of scientists and space enthusiasts.[cite: 76]
C) India's space programme has earned international acclaim for its ambitious projects.[cite: 76]
D) These achievements highlight the nation's rapid advancements in science and technology.[cite: 76]
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.[cite: 76]
Aisha excels _________ playing classical music _________ the sitar.[cite: 76]
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.[cite: 77]
Obvious[cite: 77]
Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.[cite: 77]
A. This expansion has contributed to increased financial inclusion, greater transparency, and the formalisation of the economy through cashless transactions.[cite: 77]
B. UPI has revolutionised financial transactions by enabling instant, seamless, and secure money transfers across different banks and platforms.[cite: 77]
C. Indian fintech firms are also collaborating with other nations to implement similar payment models, extending their reach into international markets.[cite: 77]
D. India has emerged as a global leader in digital payments, primarily through the success of the Unified Payments Interface (UPI).[cite: 77]
E. The growing adoption of digital payments has also encouraged innovation in financial services, leading to the development of new fintech solutions.[cite: 77]
Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.[cite: 78]
A. The recent India-China diplomatic engagements raise hopes for renewing lapsed MoUs and improving trust through information-sharing on Tibet-origin rivers.[cite: 78]
B. Bilateral ties between India and many of its neighbouring countries are not in good shape and see fluctuations frequently.[cite: 78]
C. An absence of an active regional organisation halts South Asia from developing a collective strategy to manage transboundary rivers and conduct negotiations with the upper riparian country.[cite: 78]
D. China has reiterated that the dam on the Yarlung Zangbo will not affect water flow to India.[cite: 78]
E. However, New Delhi has expressed its concerns.[cite: 78]
F. The water issue between India and China cannot be de-linked from their day-to-day political relations because of the influence of politics on water-related decisions.[cite: 78]
Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.[cite: 78]
A. India's electric vehicle industry has been growing at an exponential rate, driven by increasing environmental concerns and technological advancements.[cite: 78]
B. This growth has led to improved charging infrastructure, higher consumer adoption, and a significant reduction in carbon emissions over the past few years.[cite: 78]
C. Leading companies, including Tata Motors and Mahindra Electric, along with innovative startups like Ather Energy, are actively developing affordable and efficient electric vehicle models.[cite: 78]
D. Strong government support through initiatives like FAME II and Production-Linked Incentives (PLI) for domestic battery manufacturing has bolstered this growth.[cite: 78]
E. As a result, India is positioning itself as a key player in the global shift toward sustainable mobility.[cite: 78]
Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.[cite: 79]
A. Sectors like healthcare, agriculture, and governance are witnessing improved efficiency and decision-making through AI-driven solutions.[cite: 79]
B. These efforts are strengthening India's position in the global AI landscape.[cite: 79]
C. This has led to increased investments, talent development, and international partnerships.[cite: 79]
D. Government initiatives such as the National AI Strategy and AI for All are driving large-scale adoption across industries.[cite: 79]
E. India is rapidly emerging as a global hub for artificial intelligence, with top institutions and startups collaborating on advanced research.[cite: 79]
Select the most appropriate option to complete the statement and make it grammatically and contextually correct.
The scientist made a ________ discovery that revolutionised quantum physics.
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Trepidation
Select the option that rectifies the incorrectly spelt word in the given sentence.
It is well to be reasonably watchful when a Mexican lion sings soprano along the aroyos at sundown.
Select the most appropriate option to complete the statement and make a grammatically and contextually correct sentence.
The famous violinist played ________ at the concert, moving many members of the audience to tears.
Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
A. TSPP is found in foodstuffs like chicken nuggets, marshmallows, and meat and egg alternatives, and as a thickening agent in toothpastes.
B. Indeed, the duo hit a eureka moment when TSPP was found to significantly delay the birth of cracks in clay.
C. When it was common salt, the cracks emerged faster than when they added a food additive called tetrasodium pyrophosphate (TSPP).
D. That is, the researchers found they could delay the onset of cracks by tuning the elasticity.
E. They were able to do the latter by mixing different additives into the clay.
F. The beauty of an equation is if its left-hand side equals its right-hand side, the reverse is true as well.