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2025 42 questions

1. Q332025 · 26 Sept 2025 · Shift 3

   All eukaryotic cells are supported structurally by an internal network of proteins known as:

   1. A.cytoskeleton
   2. B.nucleus
   3. C.mitochondria
   4. D.ribosomes
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   Answer: A

2. Q472025 · 26 Sept 2025 · Shift 3

   Which two gases dominate Earth's surface atmosphere?

   
   1. A.Option 1
   2. B.Option 2
   3. C.Option 3
   4. D.Option 4
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   Answer: C

3. Q322025 · 25 Sept 2025 · Shift 1

   Read the below statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Mark the correct options: Assertion (A): Gandhara images frequently feature halo and curly hair. Reasoning (R): These elements symbolise Graeco-Roman influence in North-West India.

   1. A.Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
   2. B.Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
   3. C.A is true, but R is false.
   4. D.A is false, but R is true.
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   Answer: A

4. Q362025 · 24 Sept 2025 · Shift 1

   Which of the given statements is/are CORRECT regarding solar power production? 1. Solar power is a renewable energy source with low operational costs and minimal environmental impact. 2. Kamuthi Solar Power Project is one of the largest single-location solar power plants in India, with a capacity of 648 MW.

   1. A.Both 1 and 2
   2. B.1 only
   3. C.2 only
   4. D.Neither 1 nor 2
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   Answer: A

5. Q282025 · 23 Sept 2025 · Shift 1

   Read the below statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Mark the correct options: Assertion (A): Gothic Revival buildings in colonial India often employed pointed arches and ribbed vaults. Reason(R): These elements were unknown in traditional European cathedrals.

   1. A.Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
   2. B.Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
   3. C.A is true, but R is false.
   4. D.A is false, but R is true.
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   Answer: C

6. Q342025 · 23 Sept 2025 · Shift 2

   Consider the following statements: Statement I: The city of Chennai is popularly known as the Detroit of India. Statement II: The city is a hub of the petrochemical industry and a leader in petrochemical product manufacturing in India. Which of the following Statements is/are CORRECT?

   1. A.Both Statements are correct, and Statement II is the correct explanation for Statement I.
   2. B.Both Statements are correct, and Statement II is not the correct explanation of Statement I.
   3. C.Statement I is correct, but Statement II is incorrect.
   4. D.Statement I is incorrect, and Statement II is correct.
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   Answer: C

7. Q422025 · 23 Sept 2025 · Shift 3

   Consider the statements about Dumhal: 1. Exclusively Wattal men plant a banner before dancing. 2. It celebrates apple harvests in southern Kashmir. Which is/are correct?

   1. A.Only 1 correct
   2. B.Only 2 correct
   3. C.Both 1 & 2 correct
   4. D.Neither 1 nor 2 correct
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   Answer: A

8. Q412025 · 22 Sept 2025 · Shift 1

   As we move to higher energy levels (larger 'n' values) in the Bohr model of a hydrogen atom, the energy difference between successive levels:

   1. A.Increases continuously
   2. B.Decreases continuously
   3. C.Remains constant
   4. D.First increases, then decreases
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   Answer: B

9. Q322025 · 21 Sept 2025 · Shift 2

   Which structural elements enhance the visual grandeur of Kangra Fort?

   1. A.Wooden sculptures
   2. B.Colorful glass windows
   3. C.Arches, domes, and rock carvings
   4. D.Painted ceilings and tiled floors
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   Answer: C

10. Q422025 · 21 Sept 2025 · Shift 2

    Under Universal Immunisation Programme (UIP), how many diseases are covered for free immunization nationally and sub-nationally?

    1. A.5
    2. B.7
    3. C.9
    4. D.12
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    Answer: D

11. Q442025 · 21 Sept 2025 · Shift 3

    Why is nichrome commonly used as the heating element in electric heaters?

    1. A.It has low resistivity and a high melting point
    2. B.It has high resistivity and a low melting point
    3. C.It offers high resistivity and a high melting point
    4. D.It offers low resistivity and a low melting point
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    Answer: C

12. Q492025 · 21 Sept 2025 · Shift 3

    Consider the following statements on the Green Hydrogen Mission: 1. It aims to make India a global hub for production and export of green hydrogen. 2. The mission targets production of 10 MMT by 2030. 3. Green hydrogen is produced by electrolysis using renewable energy.

    1. A.Only 1 and 2 are correct
    2. B.Only 2 and 3 are correct
    3. C.Only 1 and 3 are correct
    4. D.All 1, 2 and 3 are correct
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    Answer: C

13. Q262025 · 20 Sept 2025 · Shift 1

    Who was appointed as the Secretary of the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) in April 2025?

    1. A.KK Pathak
    2. B.Santosh Kumar Sarangi
    3. C.Rajesh Kumar Sinha
    4. D.Abhishek Singh
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    Answer: B

14. Q402025 · 20 Sept 2025 · Shift 1

    A 60 W electric lamp is used for 5 hours daily. Calculate the energy consumed in 'units' (kilowatt- hours) in 30 days.

    1. A.9 units
    2. B.30 units
    3. C.0.3 units
    4. D.90 units
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    Answer: A

15. Q302025 · 20 Sept 2025 · Shift 3

    The rock at Dhauli (Orissa) has been sculpted to resemble which animal?

    1. A.Lion
    2. B.Bull
    3. C.Elephant
    4. D.Horse
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    Answer: C

16. Q392025 · 19 Sept 2025 · Shift 1

    Read the below statements about enzymes and choose the correct option: 1. Enzymes increase the activation energy of a reaction. 2. Enzymes are specific to substrates due to active site configuration. 3. Enzyme activity is affected by pH and temperature. Which of the above statements are correct?

    1. A.Only 1 and 2 are correct
    2. B.Only 2 and 3 are correct
    3. C.Only 1 and 3 are correct
    4. D.1, 2 and 3 all are correct
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    Answer: B

17. Q412025 · 19 Sept 2025 · Shift 1

    According to the 2025 Energy Transition Index, which factor is crucial for attracting long-term investment in energy transition?

    1. A.High electricity tariffs
    2. B.Adaptive and stable policy frameworks
    3. C.Rapid fossil fuel subsidies
    4. D.Deregulated industrial zones
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    Answer: B

18. Q262025 · 18 Sept 2025 · Shift 1

    Which of the following animals were NOT found on Mauryan stone pillars?

    1. A.Lions
    2. B.Bulls
    3. C.Elephants
    4. D.Eagle
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    Answer: D

19. Q432025 · 18 Sept 2025 · Shift 1

    Consider the given statements regarding the behavior of ideal gases: 1. Ideal gas molecules have negligible volume compared to the total volume of the container. 2. There are strong intermolecular attractive forces between ideal gas molecules. 3. Collisions between ideal gas molecules are perfectly elastic. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    1. A.1 and 2 only
    2. B.1 and 3 only
    3. C.2 and 3 only
    4. D.1, 2 and 3
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    Answer: B

20. Q392025 · 18 Sept 2025 · Shift 2

    Which of the following statements regarding human antibodies is/are accurate? 1. IgG constitutes the largest proportion of antibodies in human blood. 2. IgE plays a key role in allergic responses. 3. IgA is primarily located in bodily secretions such as saliva and breast milk.

    1. A.Only 1 and 2 are correct
    2. B.Only 2 and 3 are correct
    3. C.Only 1 and 3 are correct
    4. D.1, 2 and 3 all are correct
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    Answer: D

21. Q472025 · 18 Sept 2025 · Shift 3

    Which new element was incorporated in the 2023 edition of the Logistics Performance Index (LPI)?

    1. A.It evaluates only land-based transport systems
    2. B.It ranks countries based on tourism potential
    3. C.It includes indicators measuring trade speed using big data
    4. D.It excludes lower-income economies from the analysis
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    Answer: C

22. Q352025 · 17 Sept 2025 · Shift 2

    A key appointment in India's disaster management sector was made in 2024. Which Indian Police Service (IPS) officer took charge as the "Director General of the National Disaster Response Force", leading the nation's primary disaster relief efforts?

    1. A.Piyush Anand
    2. B.Atul Karwal
    3. C.Rajeev Kapoor
    4. D.Pradeep Kumar
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    Answer: A

23. Q262025 · 17 Sept 2025 · Shift 3

    Which of the following statements about Mumbai's architectural heritage is/are correct? 1. Victorian Gothic buildings in Mumbai reflect colonial-era architecture with Neo-Gothic elements. 2. Art Deco buildings in Mumbai were part of the 19th-century colonial urban development. 3. The Oval Maidan distinctly separates the Victorian Gothic and Art Deco architectural styles.

    1. A.Only 1 and 2 are correct
    2. B.Only 2 and 3 are correct
    3. C.Only 1 and 3 are correct
    4. D.All 1, 2, and 3 are correct
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    Answer: C

24. Q332025 · 16 Sept 2025 · Shift 2

    Which 2024 India-Bangladesh energy project involves a 765 kV cross-border transmission line to boost hydroelectric trade across multiple countries?

    1. A.Agartala-Parbotipur-Guwahati Transmission Grid
    2. B.Katihar-Parbotipur-Bornagar Interconnection Project
    3. C.Jalpaiguri-Chattogram Power Corridor
    4. D.Siliguri-Bogura-Mymensingh HVDC Link
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    Answer: B

25. Q362025 · 16 Sept 2025 · Shift 2

    Who launched the campaign "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam" in 2024, encouraging citizens to plant trees in honor of their mothers and Mother Earth?

    1. A.Narendra Modi
    2. B.Leena Nandan
    3. C.Bhupender Yadav
    4. D.Ashwini Vaishnaw
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    Answer: A