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2026 (2737 questions)

Q1.
Calculate 4 × 5.

(A)
24
(B)
20
(C)
15
(D)
22
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Q2.
In English Language and Grammar, identify the grammatically correct sentence or rule regarding Direct to Indirect speech conversion: She said, 'I am studying for my board examination.'.

(A)
She said that she had studied for her board examination.
(B)
She said that she is studying for her board examination.
(C)
She says that she was studying for her board examination.
(D)
She said that she was studying for her board examination.
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2025 (407 questions)

Q1.
In Chemistry, examine the topic of Le Chatelier's Principle effect of increasing pressure on the equilibrium $N_2(g) + 3H_2(g) \rightleftharpoons 2NH_3(g)$. Which statement is scientifically accurate?

(A)
Equilibrium constant K increases
(B)
Equilibrium shifts to the right (forward direction) toward fewer moles of gas
(C)
No effect on equilibrium position because temperature is constant
(D)
Equilibrium shifts to the left toward more moles of gas
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Q2.
In Social Science / Indian Studies, identify the historically and geographically correct fact regarding Year of the historic Dandi March (Salt Satyagraha) led by Mahatma Gandhi.

(A)
1919 (Rowlatt Satyagraha)
(B)
1920 (Non-Cooperation Movement)
(C)
1942 (Quit India Movement)
(D)
1930 (commenced from Sabarmati Ashram on March 12, 1930)
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2024 (901 questions)

Q1.
In Chemistry, examine the topic of Hybridization and molecular geometry of Methane ($CH_4$). Which statement is scientifically accurate?

(A)
sp^3 hybridization with tetrahedral geometry and 109.5^\circ bond angles
(B)
dsp^2 hybridization with square planar geometry
(C)
sp hybridization with linear geometry
(D)
sp^2 hybridization with trigonal planar geometry
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Q2.
In Chemistry, examine the topic of Reagent used to distinguish between aldehydes and ketones. Which statement is scientifically accurate?

(A)
Lucas reagent
(B)
Neutral FeCl3 solution
(C)
Tollens' reagent (Ammoniacal Silver Nitrate) which gives a silver mirror with aldehydes
(D)
Ninhydrin reagent
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2023 (406 questions)

Q1.
In Social Science / Indian Studies, identify the historically and geographically correct fact regarding Article of the Indian Constitution known as the 'Heart and Soul of the Constitution' (Right to Constitutional Remedies).

(A)
Article 32, empowering citizens to approach the Supreme Court via writs (Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, etc.)
(B)
Article 14 (Equality before Law)
(C)
Article 21 (Protection of Life and Personal Liberty)
(D)
Article 19 (Right to Freedom)
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Q2.
In Social Science / Indian Studies, identify the historically and geographically correct fact regarding Central Bank of India established in 1935 responsible for monetary policy and currency issuance.

(A)
Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
(B)
Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)
(C)
State Bank of India (SBI)
(D)
NITI Aayog
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2022 (417 questions)

Q1.

Directions: In the question below, a statement of Assertion (A) is followed by a statement of Reason (R). Choose the correct option:

Assertion (A): Money serves as an indispensable medium of exchange in modern market economies.

Reason (R): Money eliminates the need for double coincidence of wants inherent in barter trade systems.


(A)
Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(B)
Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(C)
Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(D)
Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.
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Q2.

Directions: In the question below, a statement of Assertion (A) is followed by a statement of Reason (R). Choose the correct option:

Assertion (A): Money serves as an indispensable medium of exchange in modern market economies.

Reason (R): Money eliminates the need for double coincidence of wants inherent in barter trade systems.


(A)
Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(B)
Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(C)
Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(D)
Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.
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2021 (428 questions)

Q1.
In Social Science / Indian Studies, identify the historically and geographically correct fact regarding Longest river in Peninsular India, often called the 'Dakshin Ganga'.

(A)
Godavari River, originating from Trimbakeshwar near Nashik in Maharashtra
(B)
Cauvery River
(C)
Krishna River
(D)
Narmada River
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Q2.
In Social Science / Indian Studies, identify the historically and geographically correct fact regarding Longest river in Peninsular India, often called the 'Dakshin Ganga'.

(A)
Krishna River
(B)
Cauvery River
(C)
Narmada River
(D)
Godavari River, originating from Trimbakeshwar near Nashik in Maharashtra
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2020 (405 questions)

Q1.
In English Language and Grammar, identify the grammatically correct sentence or rule regarding Idiom meaning: 'Bite the bullet'.

(A)
To shoot an accurate target
(B)
To retreat from an impending danger
(C)
To eat something very hard
(D)
To face a difficult or unpleasant situation with courage and fortitude
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Q2.
Calculate 8 × 5.

(A)
48
(B)
40
(C)
42
(D)
35
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2019 (410 questions)

Q1.
In Social Science / Indian Studies, identify the historically and geographically correct fact regarding Article of the Indian Constitution known as the 'Heart and Soul of the Constitution' (Right to Constitutional Remedies).

(A)
Article 21 (Protection of Life and Personal Liberty)
(B)
Article 32, empowering citizens to approach the Supreme Court via writs (Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, etc.)
(C)
Article 14 (Equality before Law)
(D)
Article 19 (Right to Freedom)
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Q2.

Directions: In the question below, a statement of Assertion (A) is followed by a statement of Reason (R). Choose the correct option:

Assertion (A): The square root of 2 ($\sqrt{2}$) is an irrational real number.

Reason (R): The square root of any positive prime integer is an irrational number.


(A)
Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(B)
Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(C)
Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(D)
Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.
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2018 (410 questions)

Q1.
In Biological Sciences, identify the accurate description regarding Powerhouse of the eukaryotic cell responsible for cellular respiration and ATP synthesis.

(A)
Ribosomes, synthesizing proteins
(B)
Golgi apparatus, packaging lipids
(C)
Lysosomes, digesting cellular debris
(D)
Mitochondria, containing enzymes for the Krebs cycle and oxidative phosphorylation
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Q2.

Directions: In the question below, a statement of Assertion (A) is followed by a statement of Reason (R). Choose the correct option:

Assertion (A): A concave mirror can form both real inverted images and virtual erect images.

Reason (R): When an object is placed between the pole and focus of a concave mirror, it forms an erect, magnified, virtual image.


(A)
Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(B)
Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(C)
Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(D)
Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.
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2017 (387 questions)

Q1.
In Social Science / Indian Studies, identify the historically and geographically correct fact regarding Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution are enshrined in which Part.

(A)
Part II (Citizenship)
(B)
Part III (Articles 12 to 35)
(C)
Part IVA (Fundamental Duties)
(D)
Part IV (Directive Principles of State Policy)
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Q2.
In Social Science / Indian Studies, identify the historically and geographically correct fact regarding Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution are enshrined in which Part.

(A)
Part III (Articles 12 to 35)
(B)
Part IVA (Fundamental Duties)
(C)
Part II (Citizenship)
(D)
Part IV (Directive Principles of State Policy)
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2016 (372 questions)

Q1.

Directions: In the question below, a statement of Assertion (A) is followed by a statement of Reason (R). Choose the correct option:

Assertion (A): Work done by an electrostatic field in moving a test charge along a closed path is zero.

Reason (R): The electrostatic Coulomb force is a conservative force whose line integral around any closed loop vanishes identically.


(A)
Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(B)
Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(C)
Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(D)
Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.
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Q2.

Refer to the Case Study 'Case Study: Hazardous Enterprise and Supreme Court Doctrine of Absolute Liability' to answer:

Which Fundamental Right under Part III of the Constitution was invoked as the constitutional foundation for environmental protection?


(A)
Article 21: Right to Life and Personal Liberty (interpreted to include the right to a clean and wholesome environment)
(B)
Article 19(1)(g): Right to trade and business
(C)
Article 14: Right to equality before law
(D)
Article 25: Freedom of conscience
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2015 (398 questions)

Q1.
In Social Science / Indian Studies, identify the historically and geographically correct fact regarding Soil type predominantly found in the Deccan Plateau trap region, ideal for cultivating cotton.

(A)
Black Soil (Regur Soil), rich in clayey material, lime, and moisture retention capacity
(B)
Laterite Soil
(C)
Alluvial Soil
(D)
Red and Yellow Soil
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Q2.
In Social Science / Indian Studies, identify the historically and geographically correct fact regarding Longest river in Peninsular India, often called the 'Dakshin Ganga'.

(A)
Narmada River
(B)
Krishna River
(C)
Godavari River, originating from Trimbakeshwar near Nashik in Maharashtra
(D)
Cauvery River
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