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TNPSC General Studies Aptitude and Mental Ability 2026

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Q102 mcq
Match the following and choose the correct option: (a) Chloroform — 1. $\text{CCl}_3\text{NO}_2$ (b) Phosgene — 2. $\text{ClC}_2\text{H}_4\text{-S-C}_2\text{H}_4\text{Cl}$ (c) Tear gas — 3. $\text{CHCl}_3$ (d) Mustard gas — 4. $\text{COCl}_2$
a.
(a)-3, (b)-4, (c)-2, (d)-1
b.
(a)-1, (b)-4, (c)-3, (d)-2
c.
(a)-3, (b)-4, (c)-1, (d)-2 Correct Answer
d.
(a)-4, (b)-3, (c)-1, (d)-2
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Chloroform is trichloromethane ($\text{CHCl}_3$), phosgene is carbonyl chloride ($\text{COCl}_2$), tear gas (chloropicrin) is trichloronitromethane ($\text{CCl}_3\text{NO}_2$), and mustard gas is dichlorodiethyl sulfide ($\text{ClC}_2\text{H}_4\text{-S-C}_2\text{H}_4\text{Cl}$).
Q103 mcq
Which of the following statements are correct in the context of carbon monoxide emissions? (1) It is mainly due to incomplete combustion of fuel. (2) They are more evident in petrol engine. (3) Long term exposure can cause nausea.
a.
(1) and (2) only
b.
(2) and (3) only
c.
(1), (2) and (3) Correct Answer
d.
(1) and (3)
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Carbon monoxide is produced primarily by the incomplete combustion of hydrocarbon fuels. Spark-ignition (petrol) engines typically emit more carbon monoxide than diesel engines due to operating under richer air-fuel mixtures. Chronic or prolonged exposure to carbon monoxide causes symptoms including headaches, dizziness, and nausea.
Q104 mcq
Which of the following statements are true about the Nordics? (i) Indo-Aryans are the last immigrants into India. (ii) This group was the next to come to India after the Negritos. (iii) This group have come into India between 2000 and 1500 BC.
a.
(i) only
b.
(i) and (iii) only Correct Answer
c.
(i) and (ii) only
d.
(ii) and (iii) only
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According to racial classifications of the Indian population (such as B.S. Guha's classification), the Nordic/Indo-Aryan racial group was the last major wave of migrants to arrive in India, entering between 2000 and 1500 BC. The group that followed the Negritos was the Proto-Australoids, making statement (ii) incorrect.
Q105 mcq
Choose the right statement(s) about Malwa Plateau: (1) It has an average altitude of 600 m and slopes towards the east. (2) The plateau region is mostly drained by chambal and its tributary rivers. (3) The Malwa plateau is located in Rajastan, Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh.
a.
(1) is correct
b.
(1) and (3) are correct
c.
(2) and (3) are correct Correct Answer
d.
(1) and (2) are correct
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The Malwa Plateau is drained primarily by the Chambal River and its tributaries (such as the Kali Sindh and Parbati), and spans parts of Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Gujarat. It slopes generally towards the north and north-east towards the Yamuna river basin, rather than the east, making statement (1) incorrect.
Q106 mcq
Which of the statement(s) is/are correct? (i) Satakarni was First Satavahana King and not the powerful Satavahana ruler. (ii) His achievements are not described in the Managhat inscription. (iii) His name was inscribed on one of the gateways of Sanchi stupa and referred to as "Lord of Dakshinpatha".
a.
(iii) only Correct Answer
b.
(ii) and (iii) only
c.
(i) only
d.
(i) and (ii) only
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Simuka was the founder of the Satavahana dynasty, not Satakarni. Satakarni I was one of the most prominent early rulers whose deeds are extensively described in the Nanaghat (Naneghat) inscription carved by his queen Nayanika. His name is found inscribed on the south gateway of Sanchi Stupa and he assumed the title 'Dakshinapathapati' (Lord of the Southern Path). Thus, only statement (iii) is correct.
Q107 mcq
Reason and Assertion Assertion [A] : Besides being a political Leader, Gopal Krishna Gokhale was a great Social Reformer. Reason [R] : He was one of the founders of the distinguished organisation known as "The Servants of India Society".
a.
[A] is true but [R] is false
b.
[A] is false but [R] is true
c.
Both [A] and [R] are true Correct Answer
d.
Both [A] and [R] are false
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Gopal Krishna Gokhale was both a major political leader of the Indian National Congress and an active social reformer. In 1905, he founded the Servants of India Society to promote education, sanitation, health care, and eradicate untouchability and other social evils.
Q108 mcq
Arrange the events in chronological order : (1) Communal Award (2) Gandhi Irwin Pact (3) Chittagong outburst (4) Poona Pact
a.
(1), (2), (3), (4)
b.
(2), (3), (4), (1)
c.
(3), (2), (1), (4) Correct Answer
d.
(4), (3), (2), (1)
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The chronological sequence of events is: 1. Chittagong Armoury Raid (outburst): April 18, 1930 2. Gandhi-Irwin Pact: March 5, 1931 3. Communal Award: August 16, 1932 4. Poona Pact: September 24, 1932 Hence, the correct order is (3), (2), (1), (4).
Q113 mcq
Which of the following are true about Tamil Nadu Panchayats Act, 1994? (i) Chapter II of this Act deals with Gram Sabha. (ii) Chapter VII deals with Taxation and Finance. (iii) Chapter XII deals with Penalties.
a.
(i) only
b.
(i) and (iii) only Correct Answer
c.
(i) and (ii) only
d.
(ii) and (iii) only
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Under the Tamil Nadu Panchayats Act, 1994, Chapter II deals with Gram Sabha and Chapter XII deals with Penalties. Chapter IX deals with Taxation and Finance, not Chapter VII.
Q114 mcq
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer by using the codes given below the list: List I (Articles) (a) Art 280 (b) Art 263 (c) Art 262 (d) Art 279 A List II (Councils) 1. Inter-State Council 2. Inter-State Water Dispute Tribunal 3. Goods and Services Tax Council 4. Finance Commission
a.
4 3 2 1
b.
4 1 2 3 Correct Answer
c.
3 4 1 2
d.
1 4 3 2
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The correct matches are: (a) Article 280 – Finance Commission (4) (b) Article 263 – Inter-State Council (1) (c) Article 262 – Inter-State Water Dispute Tribunal (2) (d) Article 279 A – Goods and Services Tax Council (3) Thus, the correct sequence is 4 1 2 3.
Q115 mcq
Find out Incorrectly paired : Commission - Year of Establishment (1) NHRC - 1993 (2) Central Information Commission - 2005 (3) Central Vigilance Commission - 1963 (4) Central Bureau of Investigation - 1969
a.
(2) and (3) only
b.
(1) and (2) only
c.
(3) and (4) only Correct Answer
d.
(2) and (4) only
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The Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) was established in 1964 (not 1963), and the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) was set up in 1963 (not 1969). NHRC (1993) and CIC (2005) are correctly paired. Therefore, (3) and (4) are incorrectly paired.
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Q116 mcq
Match the following: Acts: (a) Tamilnadu Consumer Protection Act (b) Consumer Movement (c) Tamilnadu Consumer Protection Rules (d) The Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices Act Year: 1. 1969 2. 1988 3. 1986 4. 1974
a.
3 4 2 1
b.
4 3 1 2
c.
2 1 3 4
d.
3 1 2 4
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Q117 mcq
Tamil Nadu Government celebrated April 29 to May 5 to mark Birth anniversary of
a.
Pavendar Bharathidasan
b.
Perunthalaivar Kamarajar
c.
Pasumpon Muthu Ramalinganar
d.
Peraringar Anna
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Q118 mcq
Arrange the following states with respect to their Niti Aayog SDG India Index 2023-24 rankings (1) Tamil Nadu (2) Uttarakhand (3) Kerala (4) Goa
a.
(1), (3), (2), (4)
b.
(1), (2), (4), (3)
c.
(2), (3), (1), (4)
d.
(2), (1), (3), (4)
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Q119 mcq
Which is/are the key feature/s of the Women's Reservation Bill passed by the Lok Sabha on 20th Sept. 2023? (i) The Bill reserves 33% of all seats for women in Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies. (ii) It will not apply to the seats reserved for SC/ST in Lok Sabha and State Legislatures. (iii) Reservation to be provided for 25 years. (iv) To be effective after delimitation exercise.
a.
(i) and (ii) only
b.
(i) and (iv) only
c.
(ii) and (iii) only
d.
(i) and (iii) only
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Q120 mcq
The Tamil Nadu Government implemented Kalaingar Magalir Urimai Thogai Scheme for the Welfare of Women. Which of the following is/are the rationale for the scheme (i) Gender disparity in annual income according to the Global Gender Gap Report 2023 (ii) Changing the poor social status of women (iii) Upliftment of rural women (iv) Recognize the countless hours of silent work put in by women
a.
(i) and (iii) only
b.
(ii) and (iv) only
c.
(i) and (ii) only
d.
(i) and (iv) only
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Q121 mcq
Choose the right matches: (1) NHS - National Health Service (2) CBHI - Central Bureau of Health Insurance (3) PHC - Primary Health Center (4) NRHM - National Real Health Mission
a.
(1) and (3) are correct
b.
(1) and (2) are correct
c.
(2) and (3) are correct
d.
(3) and (4) are correct
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Q122 mcq
The objectives of National Agricultural Market (e-NAM) portal is to (i) Create a unified national virtual market for agricultural commodities. (ii) Aid farmers in getting better prices. (iii) Provide marketing options to the farmers.
a.
(i) and (ii) only
b.
(ii) and (iii) only
c.
(i) and (iii) only
d.
(i), (ii) and (iii)
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Q123 mcq
Assertion [A]: Quality of life of people living in rural areas of Tamil Nadu has improved Reason [R]: The Tamil Nadu state has introduced a flagship programme called Tamilnadu Village Habitations Improvement Scheme.
a.
[A] is true and [R] is false
b.
Both [A] and [R] are true; and [R] is the correct explanation of [A]
c.
[A] is false; [R] is true
d.
Both [A] and [R] are true but [R] is not the correct explanation of [A] is correct
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Q124 mcq
The objectives of National Skill Development Council is / are (i) To empower women through economic independence (ii) To Organise Training Programmes for youths for skill development across the country (iii) To provide monetary awards for skill certification to boost employability (iv) To boost the productivity of the country's workforce
a.
(i), (ii) and (iii)
b.
(ii), (iii) and (iv)
c.
(i) and (ii) only
d.
(i) only
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Q125 mcq
Match the following with the schemes: (a) Mathi Bazar — 1. Clean energy (b) Pasumai Veedugal Thittam — 2. Skill development (c) Naan Mudalvan — 3. Poverty Eradication (d) Aajeevika — 4. SHG
a.
3 1 2 4
b.
4 1 2 3
c.
1 3 2 4
d.
4 3 1 2
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Q126 mcq
The ceiling limit per individual for cashless treatment for the first 48 hours of the roadside accidents under "Nammai Kaakum-48" scheme is Rs.
a.
1.00 lakh
b.
2.00 lakh
c.
2.50 lakh
d.
3.00 lakh
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Q127 mcq
The Central Institute of Classical Tamil (CICT) is functioning in its own new dedicated premises from 2022 onwards in
a.
Chepauk
b.
Mysore
c.
Kilambakkam
d.
Perumbakkam
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Q128 mcq
Which of the following statements are true about Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Tamil Nadu? (i) Tamil Nadu ranks third in the country in Udyam Registrations. (ii) 30% of the state's entrepreneurs are women. (iii) Coimbatore has the most number of MSMEs in the state.
a.
(i) only
b.
(ii) and (iii) only
c.
(i) and (ii) only
d.
(i) and (iii) only
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Q129 mcq
Match the following: (a) Symbol of wooing — 1. Kuruntogai (b) Symbol of love — 2. Leaf of the Asoka tree (c) Crow a good harbinger — 3. Natrinai (d) Pandil game mentioned in — 4. White Lilly
a.
3 4 1 2
b.
2 4 1 3
c.
4 2 1 3
d.
1 4 3 2
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Q130 mcq
Which of the following statement(s) is/are true about Khilji building? (i) K.S. Lal observes that with the enthronement of Alauddin Khilji, a new era was ushered in architecture in the Hindu Muslim style (ii) Marshall writes "Hauz-i-khas is one of the most treasured gems of Islamic architecture." (iii) "Percy Brown remarks" the entrance gateway of the mosque of Alauddin Khilji occupies a key position in the evolution of Islamic architecture in India.
a.
(i) only
b.
(i) and (ii) only
c.
(i) and (iii) only
d.
(ii) and (iii) only
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Q131 mcq
Which of the following is incorrectly paired? (i) Gopala Nayak - Dindugal (ii) Dhoondaji Wagh - Madurai (iii) Marudhupandyas - Ettayapuram (iv) Pulithevan - Nerkattanseval
a.
(i) and (ii) only
b.
(ii) and (iii) only
c.
(iii) and (iv) only
d.
(iv) only
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Q132 mcq
Arrange the following events in chronological order. (1) Civil disobedience movement (2) Sepoy Mutiny (3) Vellore Mutiny (4) South Indian Rebellion
a.
(2), (3), (1), (4)
b.
(1), (2), (4), (3)
c.
(4), (2), (3), (1)
d.
(4), (3), (2), (1)
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Q133 mcq
Whose duties are implicitly taught in Thirukkural?
a.
Men
b.
Women
c.
Citizens
d.
The King
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Q134 mcq
Match correctly the books and the Author name: (a) Thirukkural Uraivalam - 1. Va.Se. Kulanthai Samy (b) Thirukkural nunporul malai - 2. Ki.Va. Jeganathan (c) Thirukkural Araichi pathippu - 3. Karirathina Kavirayar (d) Vazhum Valluvam - 4. Thandapani Thesigar
a.
(a)-4, (b)-3, (c)-2, (d)-1
b.
(a)-1, (b)-2, (c)-3, (d)-4
c.
(a)-4, (b)-2, (c)-1, (d)-3
d.
(a)-1, (b)-3, (c)-4, (d)-2
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Q135 mcq
What according Valluvar is actually possessed by the people who are called as possessors?
a.
Motivated
b.
Heroic
c.
Wealthy
d.
Educated
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Q136 mcq
Arranging the chronological order/event type. Arrange the major Pallava Kings. 1. Simhavishnu 555 to 590 CE 2. Mahendravarman I 590 to 630 CE 3. Narasimhavarman I - 630 to 668 CE 4. Rajasimha 695 to 728 CE
a.
1, 2, 3, 4
b.
3, 1, 2, 4
c.
4, 2, 3, 1
d.
2, 4, 1, 3
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Q137 mcq
Match the following: (a) Thalai sanga pulavanar thammul - 1. Kambar (b) Akan podhiyil Thirumunivan Tamil sangam - 2. Chekilar (c) Koodalinaintha ondeen Tamil - 3. Thirugana Sambandar (d) Madurai Thokaiyakkinan - 4. Manikkavasakar
a.
2 3 1 4
b.
3 4 2 1
c.
1 3 4 2
d.
2 1 4 3
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Q138 mcq
Who was the female poet who gave focused on heroism in the Tamil Society of Sangam Era as 'Thondruvan Matho Porkalathane'?
a.
Okkur Masathiar
b.
Kaval Pendu
c.
Velliveethiar
d.
Avvaiyar
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Q139 mcq
3 men or 4 women or 12 boys can complete a work in one day. In how many days a man, a woman and 5 boys together can complete that work?
a.
1 day
b.
2 days
c.
3 days
d.
4 days
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Q140 mcq
The diameter of a sphere is 8 cm. It is melted and drawn into a wire of diameter 3 mm. The length of the wire is
a.
36.9 m
b.
37.9 m
c.
38.9 m
d.
39.9 m
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Q141 mcq
A sum of money becomes Rs. 13,380 after 3 years and Rs. 20,070 after 6 years on compound interest. Find the sum
a.
Rs. 4,014
b.
Rs. 8,460
c.
Rs. 9,210
d.
Rs. 8,920
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Q142 mcq
Seats for Mathematics, Physics and Biology in a school are in the ratio 5 : 7 : 8. There is a proposal to increase these seats by 40%, 50% and 75% respectively. What will be the ratio of increased seats?
a.
2 : 3 : 4
b.
6 : 7 : 8
c.
6 : 8 : 9
d.
None of the above
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Q143 mcq
A, B and C start at the same direction to run around a circular stadium. A completes a round in 252 seconds, B in 308 seconds and C in 198 seconds, all starting at the same point. After what time will they meet again at the starting point?
a.
26 minutes 18 seconds
b.
45 minutes
c.
46 minutes 12 seconds
d.
42 minutes 36 seconds
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Q144 mcq
The cost of 15 kg of sugar is Rs. 255, the cost of 17 kg of tea is Rs. 1,615 and the cost of 22 kg of rice is Rs. 572. What is the total cost of 18 kg of sugar, 21 kg of tea and 27 kg of rice?
a.
Rs. 2,442
b.
Rs. 3,923
c.
Rs. 3,003
d.
Rs. 2,932
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Q145 mcq
The income of a person is increased by 10% and then decreased by 10%. Find the change in his income in percentage.
a.
reduced by 1%
b.
increased by 1%
c.
reduced by 2%
d.
increased by 2%
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Q146 mcq
Find the next term. 64, 32, 48, 120, 420, _____
a.
1260
b.
1890
c.
1686
d.
2318
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Q147 mcq
Directions: Based on the digit-alphabets-symbols series given below, answer the following. @ 1 8 H L I 6 K * & ? U E How many numbers are there in the series which are preceded by a vowel and succeeded by a consonant?
a.
Two
b.
Four
c.
Three
d.
One
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Q148 mcq
Ravi ranks 9th in a class of 45 students. There are 18 students below Raj Rankwise. How many students are there between Ravi and Raj rankwise?
a.
27
b.
17
c.
18
d.
19
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Q149 mcq
There are 9 color boxes Red, Black, White, Green, Yellow, Blue, Orange, Violet, Pink but not necessarily in same order. Only 5 boxes placed between Red and White. Yellow is placed immediate above White. Only three boxes are placed between Yellow and Green. As many boxes placed between Red and Green as between Black and Yellow. Blue is placed below black but not at bottom. More than 4 boxes are placed between Yellow and Blue one box is placed between blue and orange. Pink box is placed above Violet. Which box is placed immediate above and immediate below Black?
a.
Pink and Green
b.
Pink and Violet
c.
Green and Blue
d.
Pink and Orange
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Q150 mcq 1 mark
If DANGER is coded as 10-7-20-13-11-24, then the code of 'MACHINE' in the same code is
a.
13-7-20-9-11-25-15
b.
13-7-20-10-11-25-15
c.
19-7-9-15-14-11-20
d.
19-7-9-14-15-20-11
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Q151 mcq 1 mark
If $\rightarrow$ stands for 'addition', $-$ stands for 'subtraction', $\uparrow$ stands for 'division', $\downarrow$ stands for 'multiplication', $7$ stands for 'equal to' then which of the following alternatives is correct?
a.
743↑ 61174
b.
36↑2→3675
c.
5→7-31 274
d.
1 2 + 5 6-27 6
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Q152 mcq 1 mark
Carbon serves for the following purpose/purposes in living organisms (1) It's a structural component of organic molecule. (2) Helps to bind with other molecules. (3) Gives flexibility to the form and function of Biomolecules such as DNA and RNA.
a.
(1) alone
b.
(2) alone
c.
(3) alone
d.
(1), (2) and (3)
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Q153 mcq 1 mark
One of the following is a mismatch : (1) Down's Syndrome - Autosomal trisomy of 21st chromosome (2) Haemophilia - Sex Linked (3) Klinefelter Syndrome - XO Complement (4) Turner Syndrome - Female with retarded growth
a.
(3) only
b.
(1) and (3) only
c.
(2) only
d.
(1) and (2) only
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Q154 mcq
Which of the following statements are true? Essential properties of Magnetic Materials to be an Electromagnet. I. Narrow hysteresis loop II. High permeability III. High coercivity IV. Low retentivity
a.
I alone correct
b.
Both II and III are correct
c.
II, III and IV are correct
d.
I, II and IV are correct
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Q155 mcq
Match the following List I with List II SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) : List I (a) SDG 6 (b) SDG 11 (c) SDG 14 (d) SDG 15 List II 1. Life on Land 2. Life Below Water 3. Clean Water and Sanitation 4. Sustainable Cities and Communities
a.
3 4 1 2
b.
4 3 2 1
c.
1 3 4 2
d.
3 4 2 1
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Q156 mcq
Consider the statements about the soil and choose the right answer : (1) The soils of northern plains are largely deposited by Himalayan Rivers. (2) The presence of Iron Oxide is more in a soil popularly known as black soil. (3) The soil derived from deccan trap is fertile and has high moisture holding capacity.
a.
(1) is true/correct
b.
(1) and (3) are correct
c.
(2) and (3) are correct
d.
(1) and (2) are correct
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Q157 mcq
Which of the following statement(s) about the Din-i-Ilahi is/are correct?
a.
The number of the followers of the Din-i-Ilahi was large
b.
It is a state religion
c.
To establish a national religion which would be acceptable to the Muslims and the Hindus
d.
To expand its territories and gain control over the independent states
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Q158 mcq
______ plate exposed that the Chola Queen Vanamadevi Committed Sati.
a.
Anbil Plate
b.
Tiruvalangadu Plate
c.
Bahur Plate
d.
Velvikudi Plate
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Q159 mcq
Choose the right matches among type : (1) Permanent Settlement - Lord Curzon (2) Partition of Bengal - Cornwallis (3) Ryotwari System - Munro (4) Network of Railways - Dalhousie
a.
(1) and (3) are correct
b.
(1) and (2) are correct
c.
(2) and (3) are correct
d.
(3) and (4) are correct
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Q160 mcq
Match the following : (a) Bharathiar 1. Pandian Parisu (b) Kavimani Desiga Vinayagam Pillai 2. Tamilan Ithayam (c) Bharathidasan 3. Kannan Pattu (d) Ramalingam Pillai 4. Asia Jothi
a.
3 2 1 4
b.
4 3 1 2
c.
3 4 1 2
d.
2 3 4 1
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Q161 mcq 1 mark
Arrange the following in chronological order : (1) The Indian National Army Trial (2) Formation of Indian National Army (3) The Royal Indian Air Force (4) C. Rajagopalachari's Formula
a.
(4), (2), (1), (3)
b.
(2), (1), (3), (4)
c.
(3), (2), (4), (1)
d.
(1), (2), (3), (4)
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Q162 mcq 1 mark
Match the Column (A) with Column (B) : Column (A) [Theme] (a) Judicial Activism (b) Ethical Governance (SARC) (c) Restatement of Values of Judicial life (d) Administrative Tribunal Column (B) [Year] 1. 1976 2. 1997 3. 1947 4. 2007
a.
2, 1, 4, 3
b.
3, 4, 2, 1
c.
1, 2, 3, 4
d.
4, 3, 1, 2
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Q163 mcq 1 mark
Choose the true statement(s) about the Fundamental Duties : (1) To protect the Sovereignty, Unity and Integrity of India. (2) To protect and improve the Natural Environment. (3) To preserve the rich heritage of our composite culture. (4) To safeguard private property.
a.
(1) and (2) only
b.
(2) and (3) only
c.
(1), (2) and (3) only
d.
(2), (3) and (4) only
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Q164 mcq 1 mark
Choose the correct answer by using Reason [R] and Assertion [A]: Assertion [A]: The Constitution of India specifically mentions the power of Judicial review. Reason [R]: The Judiciary has successfully expanded the scope of Judicial review over the years.
a.
[A] is true; but [R] is false
b.
Both [A] and [R] are true; and [R] is the correct explanation of [A]
c.
[A] is false, [R] is true
d.
Both [A] and [R] are true; but [R] is not correct explanation of [A]
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Q165 mcq
Identify the correct order of the table of Precedence
a.
Ministers of State of the Union, Chief Ministers of States, Speaker of the Lok Sabha, Vice-President
b.
Vice-President, Speaker of the Lok Sabha, Chief Ministers of States, Ministers of State of the Union
c.
Vice-President, Ministers of State of the Union, Speaker of the Lok Sabha, Chief Ministers of States
d.
Vice-President, Speaker of the Lok Sabha, Ministers of State of the Union, Chief Ministers of States
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Q166 mcq
Find out which of the following pairs is not correctly matched?
a.
S.R. Bommai Case (1994) - President's Rule
b.
Unni Krishnan Case (1993) - Right to Education
c.
Prakash Singh Case (2006) - Judicial Reforms
d.
M. Nagaraj Case (2006) - Reservation
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Read the following passage and answer the items that follow. Your answer to this item should be based on the passage only. A nation or society without the participation of women cannot achieve development. If we eliminate gender discrimination women will deliver all the potentials. Knowledge to develop the family the nation and the world. As former UN Secretary General Kofi Annan has stated - Gender equality is more than a goal in itself. It is pre condition for meeting the challenges of reducing poverty, promoting sustainable development and building good governance.
a.
Steps to be taken to ensure Women Education
b.
Importance has to be given to reduce gender discrimination
c.
Strong measures have to be taken to stop Sexual Harassment of Women
d.
Need for the employment Generation Programmes for Women
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Q168 mcq
"No man shall be taken or imprisoned, disseized or outlawed, or exiled, or in any way destroyed save... by the law of the land". This famous clause is in...
a.
Bill of Rights
b.
Universal Declaration of Human Rights
c.
Magna Carta
d.
The Protection of Human Rights Act 1993
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Q169 mcq
Consider the statements on the national co-operative development corporation (NCDC) and choose the correct answer: (1) It is a statutory corporation (2) It is an autonomous organization (3) Now it is a public financial institution (4) Operating under the administrative control of ministry of agriculture and farmer welfare
a.
(2) and (3) only
b.
(1) and (3) only
c.
(1) and (4) only
d.
(2) and (4) only
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Q170 mcq
Assertion [A] : HIV infection more often spreads due to conscious behaviour patterns. Reason [R] : The infection of AIDS in blood transfusion patients may occur due to poor monitoring
a.
Both [A] and [R] are not true
b.
Both [A] and [R] are true, and [R] is the correct explanation of [A]
c.
Both [A] and [R] are true, and [R] is not the correct explanation of [A]
d.
[A] is true and [R] is false
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Q171 mcq
Match correctly the systems/ideologies with their corresponding names: (a) Report of Ryotwari System (b) Panchamer Schools as Adidravida Schools (c) Leader fought against Patriarchal Chauvinism (d) Theory of Justice 1. Thanthai Periyar 2. Thomas Munro and Francis Ellis 3. John Rawls 4. Ayothidasar and Singaravelar
a.
2 4 3 1
b.
2 3 1 4
c.
2 1 4 3
d.
2 4 1 3
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Q172 mcq
Assertion [A] : Women's empowerment is a cornerstone of social justice. Initiatives such as working women hostels, creches and women-specific skilling programmes aim to enhance women's participation in the work force. Reason [R] : Removing barriers to women's participation in the economy, the Government is fostering a more inclusive and dynamic work force.
a.
[A] is true; [R] is false
b.
[A] is false; [R] is true
c.
Both [A] and [R] are true, and [R] is the correct explanation of [A]
d.
Both [A] and [R] are true, and [R] is not the correct explanation of [A]
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Q173 mcq
The initiative to eliminate open defecation in India and improve solid waste management through the 'Swachh Bharat mission', leads to
a.
Decline in poverty rates
b.
Improve employment opportunities
c.
Improve public health and foster a culture of cleanliness
d.
Inadequate infrastructure
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Q174 mcq
Tax Incentives for startup companies for a period of three years have been introduced in the
a.
Finance Act, 2016
b.
September 25, 2014
c.
November 4, 2011
d.
Finance Act, 2014
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Q175 mcq
Which of the following is incorrectly paired in rural-urban migration? (1) Rural to rural migration - Reverse push back (2) Rural to urban migration - Push - Pull activity (3) Urban to urban migration - Urban turnover (4) Urban to rural migration - Rural turnover
a.
(1) and (4)
b.
(1) and (2)
c.
(2) and (3)
d.
(3) and (4)
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Q176 mcq
The major renewable energy source in Tamil Nadu
a.
Windmill
b.
Coal
c.
Oil and Gas
d.
Nuclear power
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Q177 mcq
Assertion [A]: Migration is the movement of people across regions and territories. Reason [R]: Migration can be external or international.
a.
[A] is true but [R] is false
b.
[A] is false and [R] is true
c.
Both [A] and [R] are true
d.
Both [A] and [R] are false
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Q178 mcq
Which of the following is incorrectly paired? (1) Coimbatore - Manchester of South India (2) Madurai - Cultural capital of Tamil Nadu (3) Namakkal - Rice Bowl of Tamil Nadu (4) Thanjavur - Egg city
a.
(1) and (4)
b.
(1) and (2)
c.
(2) and (3)
d.
(3) and (4)
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Q179 mcq
Which of the following are correctly paired? (1) Kurinji - Parrot (2) Mullai - Wild-cock (3) Marudam - Lark (4) Neydal - Owl (5) Palai - Pigeon
a.
(1), (2), (3), (4), (5)
b.
(2), (3), (4)
c.
(3), (4), (5)
d.
(1), (2), (5)
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Q180 mcq
Choose the right matches among type: (1) Kaverippakkam Inscription - Varaguna (2) Thirumukkudal Inscription - Virarajendra (3) Tiruvalangadu Plates - Rajendra I (4) Uthiramerur Inscription - Parantaka I
a.
(1) and (2) are correct
b.
(3) and (4) are correct
c.
(2), (3) and (4) are correct
d.
(1), (2) and (3) are correct
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Q181 mcq
Read the following assertion and reason and select the correct answer from the code given below. Assertion [A]: In 1801 the British attacked Sivagangai with a powerful army. Reason [R]: In 1801 the Marudhu brother Chinna Marudhu gave asylum to Oomaidurai.
a.
[A] is true but [R] is false
b.
[A] is false but [R] is true
c.
Both [A] and [R] are true and [R] is the correct explanation of [A]
d.
Both [A] and [R] are true but [R] is not a correct explanation of [A]
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Q182 mcq
Identify the party which started Anti-Non Cooperation League in Madras Presidency.
a.
Swatantra Party
b.
Justice Party
c.
Communist Party
d.
Indian National Congress
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Q183 mcq
Thirukkural is a compilation of the sublime, pure human thoughts according to M. Ariel - Based on this saying who has referred the Thirukkural as the Tamil's sacred book
a.
Mahatma Gandhi
b.
Arignar Anna
c.
M. Varatharajan
d.
G.U. Pope
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Q184 mcq
Find out the correct statement : (1) Thirukkural was translated in Hindi - Appathetsithar (2) Thirukkural was translated in German - Arial (3) Thirukkural starts with alphabet 'அ' (Aa) and end with 'ன்' (Na) (4) Friendship has 13 chapters
a.
(1) only
b.
(1), (3) only
c.
(1), (4) only
d.
(2), (4) only
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Q185 mcq
To arrange Valluvar's statement about Sageness (1) Modesty (2) Truth (3) Love (4) Obligation (5) Complaisance
a.
(4), (3), (2), (5), (1)
b.
(5), (4), (3), (2), (1)
c.
(1), (2), (3), (4), (5)
d.
(3), (1), (4), (5), (2)
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Q186 mcq
Assertion [A]: "All opinions are here, There is nothing that is not in it" Reason [R]: Many of Thiruvalluvar's ideas were innovative and revolutionary compared to the prevailing policies of his time.
a.
[A] is true but [R] is false
b.
[A] is false but [R] is true
c.
Both [A] and [R] are true, [R] is the correct explanation of [A]
d.
Both [A] and [R] are true, and [R] is not the correct explanation of [A]
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Q187 mcq
"Iruppu Mugam Seriththa Aenthelil Maruppin" - Identify the figure of speech used in the above line
a.
Simile
b.
Metaphor
c.
Personification
d.
Irony
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Q188 mcq
Choose the right matches of the following places where Sangam period coins were found in Tamil Nadu. (1) Dharmapuri - Thoppoor (2) Salem - Kanniyan Kuttai (3) Erode - Mukkombu (4) Trichy - Vembavoor
a.
(1) and (2) are correct
b.
(2) and (3) are correct
c.
(3) and (4) are correct
d.
(2) and (4) are correct
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Q189 mcq
A, B and C can separately do a work in 12, 15 and 20 days respectively. They started to work together but C left after 2 days. Then A and B will finish the remaining work in days.
a.
4
b.
5
c.
6
d.
15
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Q190 mcq
A square park is surrounded by a path of uniform width 2 metre all around it. The area of the path is 288 sq. metres. Find the perimeter of the park
a.
124 m
b.
144 m
c.
100 m
d.
136 m
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Q191 mcq
A borrows Rs. 16,000 at 12% p.a. simple interest and B borrows Rs. 12,000 at 18% p.a. simple interest. In how many years will their amounts debt be equal?
a.
$12\frac{2}{3}\text{ years}$
b.
$14\frac{2}{3}\text{ years}$
c.
$16\frac{2}{3}\text{ years}$
d.
$18\frac{2}{3}\text{ years}$
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Q192 mcq
A man spends Rs. 500 in buying 12 tables and chairs. The cost of one table is Rs. 50 and that of one chair is Rs. 40. What is the ratio of the numbers of the chairs and tables purchased?
a.
5 : 1
b.
2 : 10
c.
10 : 5
d.
9 : 3
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Q193 mcq
If LCM of 'a' and "a + 2" is 1300. Find the LCM of "a" and a + 1.
a.
1350
b.
2600
c.
2550
d.
2700
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Q194 mcq
Two numbers are in the ratio of 15 : 11. If their HCF is 13. Find the numbers.
a.
585 and 429
b.
195 and 143
c.
390 and 286
d.
117 and 182
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Q195 mcq
The least number of square tiles required to pave the ceiling of a room 15 m 17 cm long and 9 m 2 cm broad is
a.
738
b.
814
c.
902
d.
656
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Q196 mcq
If $\frac{a}{b} = \frac{4}{5}$ and $\frac{b}{c} = \frac{15}{16}$ then $\frac{c^2 - a^2}{c^2 + a^2} =$
a.
$\frac{1}{7}$
b.
$\frac{7}{25}$
c.
$\frac{3}{4}$
d.
$\frac{25}{7}$
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Q197 mcq
The number 311 311 311 311 311 311 311 is
a.
neither divisible by 3 nor by 11
b.
divisible by 11 but not by 3
c.
divisible by 3 but not by 11
d.
divisible by both 3 and 11
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Q198 mcq
If A $\to$ 1, B $\to$ 2, C $\to$ 3 .... Z $\to$ 26 $A^B + B^C + C^A$ will not be equal to
a.
$\sqrt{F \times X}$
b.
S - G
c.
(B) (E)
d.
L
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Q198 mcq
If $A \to 1, B \to 2, C \to 3 \dots Z \to 26$, then $A^B + B^C + C^A$ will not be equal to
a.
$\sqrt{FX}$
b.
$S - G$
c.
$(B)(E)$
d.
$L$
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Q199 mcq
In a dice if 1 is opposite to 4 and 2 is opposite to 5, then
a.
3 is adjacent to 4 and 6
b.
3 is adjacent to 5 and 6
c.
2 is adjacent to 3 and 6
d.
1 is adjacent to 4 and 6
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Q200 mcq
P is elder than Q. R is elder than Q but younger than P. S is elder than P but younger than T. Who is the youngest?
a.
R
b.
T
c.
Q
d.
S
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