1.What is the difference between the compound interest compounded annually and half yearly on Rs. 10,000 for a year at 10% per annum?
A. Rs. 30
B. Rs. 25
C. Rs. 60
D. Rs. 50
Solutions


Step 3: Difference
Difference = 1,025 − 1,000 = Rs.25
Correct answer: Rs. 25
2. You are given a question and two statements. Identify of the statements is/are sufficient to answer the question.
Question:
Find the total number of cubes in a bag
Statement:
1) The box contains some blue, yellow and white cubes.
2) The number of blue cubes is twice that of yellow cubes and number of white cubes is 12.
A. Only 1 is sufficient
B. Only 2 is sufficient
C. Either 1 or 2 is sufficient
D. Both 1 and 2 are not sufficient
Solutions
Let’s analyze the statements:
- Statement 1: The box contains some blue, yellow, and white cubes.
This only tells us the colors present, not the quantities. Not sufficient. - Statement 2: The number of blue cubes is twice that of yellow cubes and the number of white cubes is 12.
Let yellow cubes = y, blue cubes = 2y, white cubes = 12. But we do not know the value of y, so we cannot find the total number of cubes. Not sufficient. - Combining both statements:
Even together, we still do not know the actual count of yellow or blue cubes, only their ratio and the number of white cubes. The total cannot be determined.
Correct answer: Both 1 and 2 are not sufficient
3. If the length of the shadow of a vertical pole be √3 times the height of the pole, the angle of elevation of the sun is
A. 60°
B. 45°
C. 30°
D. 90°
Solutions

Correct answer: 30°
4. Find the remainder when 2x3– 9x2 + x + 12 is divided by x – 1.
A. 4
B. 5
C. 6
D. 7
Solutions

Correct answer: 6
5. The graph below shows the expenditure of a public sector company ‘ABC’ under different heads for the financial year 2015-16

How much did company ABC spend on infrastructure in 2015-2016?
A. 20 lakh crores
B. 30 lakh crores
C. 25 lakh crores
D. 5 lakh crores
Solutions
Based on the bar graph provided, company ABC spent 20 lakh crores on infrastructure in the financial year 2015-2016. This value is indicated by the height of the “Infrastructure” bar, which aligns with 20 lakh crores on the y-axis. The correct answer is highlighted in green in the options as well.
6. The diagonal of a rectangle is 53 cm and its area is 1260 cm 2. What is the perimeter (in cm) of the rectangle?
A. 144
B. 152
C. 148
D. 146
Solutions

Correct answer: 146
7. If compound interest is compounded annually at about 12% per annum in the interest. After 2 years what will be the amount of Rs. 3,000, ?
A. Rs. 3,763
B. Rs. 3,773
C. Rs. 3,873
D. Rs. 3,766
Solutions

Correct answer: Rs. 3,763
8. The difference between the mean proportion and third proportion of 12 and 3 is :
A. 4.75
B. 42
C. 30
D. 5.25
Solutions

Correct answer: 5.25
9. A can complete one-third of a work in 5 days and B can complete 40% of the work in 10 days. In how many days both A and B together can complete the work?
A. 81/7 days
B. 29/4 days
C. 75/8 days
D. 10 days
Solutions


So the correct answer is: 75/8 days
10. Simplify :
21992 – 8123 – 856 = ?
A. 10013
B. 13014
C. 13013
D. 10313
Solutions
Let’s simplify the expression:
21992 – 8123 – 856
First, subtract 8123 from 21992:
21992 – 8123 = 13869
Now subtract 856:
13869 – 856 = 13013
Correct answer: 13013
11. The side of a hexagon is 4 cm. The side of a square is 4√2 cm. What is the ratio of their areas?
A. 3√3 : 2
B. 3√3 : 4
C. √3/2 : 1
D. 2√3 : 1
Solutions

So, the ratio is: 3√3 : 4
12.


A. 16.5 cm
B. 20 cm
C. 24 cm
D. 30 cm
Solutions

Answer: 24 cm
13. A line joining points p(3, 4) and Q(7, a) is parallel to 3x – y + 20 = 0. Then what is the value of a?
A. –8
B. –16
C. 8
D. 16
Solutions

Correct answer: 16
14. In how many years certain sum at a simple interest of 10% per annum becomes 9/5 of itself?
A. 8 years
B. 7 years
C. 6 years
D. 5 years
Solutions

Correct answer: 8 years
15. Find the unit place of 3674 × 8596 + 5699 × 1589
A. 3
B. 4
C. 5
D. 6
Solutions
To find the unit place of 3674 × 8596 + 5699 × 1589:
- Unit digit of 3674 × 8596:
- Unit digit of 3674 = 4
- Unit digit of 8596 = 6
- 4 × 6 = 24 → unit digit is 4
- Unit digit of 5699 × 1589:
- Unit digit of 5699 = 9
- Unit digit of 1589 = 9
- 9 × 9 = 81 → unit digit is 1
Now add the unit digits: 4 + 1 = 5
Correct answer: 5
16. If the average of 5 consecutive odd integers in increasing order is 11 , then the average of the last 3 of them is :
A. 11
B. 13
C. 9
D. 12
Solutions

Correct answer: 13
17. Find the total surface area (in cm2) of a cuboid having dimensions 5 cm, 7 cm and 11 cm.
A. 385
B. 334
C. 343
D. 167
Solutions
Let’s calculate the total surface area (TSA) of a cuboid with dimensions 5 cm, 7 cm, and 11 cm.

Correct answer: 334 cm²
18. A sphere is of radius 5 cm. What is the surface area of the sphere?
A. 100 π cm 2
B. 150 π cm 2
C. 200 π cm 2
D. 120 π cm 2
Solutions

Correct answer: 100 π cm²
19.

A. 1/63
B. 1/126
C. 1/252
D. 1/378
Solutions
To find the HCF (Highest Common Factor) of fractions:
Formula:

Correct answer: 1/252
20. What is the measure of the two equal angles of a right isosceles triangle?
A. 30°
B. 45°
C. 60°
D. 90°
Solutions
In a right isosceles triangle, the right angle measures 90°. The sum of the other two equal angles is also 90°, so each of them is 90∘/2 = 45∘.
Correct answer: 45°
21. For the data given below, find the sum of mode, median and mean.
6, 3, 8, 4, 3, 11, 7, 4, 5, 4.
A. 13.5
B. 13
C. 14
D. 14.5
Solutions
- Data: 6, 3, 8, 4, 3, 11, 7, 4, 5, 4
- Mode = 4 (appears most)
- Arrange data: 3, 3, 4, 4, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 11
- Median = (5th + 6th)/2 = (4 + 5)/2 = 4.5
- Mean = sum/10 = 55/10 = 5.5
Sum = 4 + 4.5 + 5.5 = 14
Answer: 14
22. A shopkeeper allows a discount of 20% on an article. What will be the selling price of the article marked for ₹600?
A. ₹400
B. ₹480
C. ₹450
D. ₹420
Solutions

Correct answer: ₹480
23. Evaluate the following expression:
3 tan2 45° + 2 cos 60° − 2 sin 30°
A. 3
B. 4
C. 0
D. 2
Solutions

Correct answer: 3
24. Three persons P, Q, R run along a circular track at speeds of 3 km/h, 4 km/h, 6 km/h, respectively. If the length of the track is 36 km, then after how much time will they meet again at the starting point?
A. 38 hours
B. 36 hours
C. 24 hours
D. 28 hours
Solutions
Given:
- Length of track = 36 km
- Speeds: P = 3 km/h, Q = 4 km/h, R = 6 km/h
To meet again at the starting point, we need to find the LCM of the times taken by each to complete one round.

Final Answer
They will all meet at the starting point after 36 hours.
Correct answer: 36 hours
25. Two kinds of rice, the first costing Rs. 65 per kg and the second Rs. 95 per kg, are mixed together. Find the ratio in which the 2 types are mixed so that the mixture costs Rs. 83 per kg.
A. 19 ∶ 13
B. 13 ∶ 19
C. 2 ∶ 3
D. 3 ∶ 2
Solutions
Let’s use the allegation method:
- Cost of 1st rice = Rs. 65/kg
- Cost of 2nd rice = Rs. 95/kg
- Mean price (mixture) = Rs. 83/kg
Set up the allegation:

- Difference between higher price and mean price: 95 − 83 = 12
- Difference between mean price and lower price: 83 − 65 = 18
Required ratio (1st : 2nd) = 12 : 18 = 2 : 3
Correct answer: 2 ∶ 3
26. Study the following carefully and answer the question that follows.
9 B Q = 5 R $ J @ 4 * P & 9 M X # G
Which of the given options is exactly midway between B and X?
A. @
B. *
C. &
D. $
Solutions
Let’s list the sequence and count the positions:
9 B Q = 5 R $ J @ 4 * P & 9 M X # G
Find the position of B and X:
- B is at position 2
- X is at position 15
Now, count the number of items between B (position 2) and X (position 15), inclusive:
From B (2) to X (15) = 14 items (positions 2 to 15)
The middle position between B and X:
Number of items = 15 – 2 + 1 = 14
Midway = (14 + 1)/2 = 7.5 → So, the 7th and 8th items between B and X
List between B and X:
B (2), Q (3), = (4), 5 (5), R (6), $ (7), J (8), @ (9), 4 (10), * (11), P (12), & (13), 9 (14), M (15), X (16)
So, between B (2) and X (15):
Q (3), = (4), 5 (5), R (6), $ (7), J (8), @ (9), 4 (10), * (11), P (12), & (13), 9 (14), M (15)
7th item: @
So, @ is exactly midway between B and X.
Correct answer: @
27. In a certain code language, ‘CHASE is coded as ‘IQGBK’ and ‘WHALE’ is coded as ‘CQGUK. What is the code for ‘ANCIENT’ in the given code language?
A. GWIRJWZ
B. GWIRKWZ
C. GWIRKMZ
D. GWIPKWZ
Solutions
Pattern:
+6, +9, +6, +9, … (alphabet positions, wrap at 26)
A N C I E N T
1 14 3 9 5 14 20
Apply:
1+6=7(G), 14+9=23(W), 3+6=9(I), 9+9=18(R), 5+6=11(K), 14+9=23(W), 20+6=26(Z)
Code: GWIRKWZ
Answer: GWIRKWZ
28. In the following question, select the odd word from the given alternatives.
A. Cumin
B. Groundnut
C. Clove
D. Pepper
Solutions
Let’s analyze the options:
- Cumin — a spice
- Groundnut — a nut (also called peanut)
- Clove — a spice
- Pepper — a spice
Odd one out: Groundnut (because it is a nut, while others are spices)
Answer: Groundnut
29. A person starts from point Z and moves 7 km towards the South. He turns right and moves 5 km, turns right, and moves 3 km, then turns right and moves 1 km. He takes a left turn and moves 4 km to reach a point X. How much and in which direction does he need to move now to reach point Z?
A. 4 km South
B. 4 km East
C. 4 km West
D. 6 km East
Solutions
Let’s trace the movement step by step:
- Starts at Z, moves 7 km South.
- Turns right (West), moves 5 km.
- Turns right (North), moves 3 km.
- Turns right (East), moves 1 km.
- Takes a left (North), moves 4 km to reach X.
Now, let’s calculate the net displacement from X to Z:
- South-North movement:
- South: 7 km
- North: 3 km + 4 km = 7 km
Net vertical movement = 7 km South – 7 km North = 0 km
- East-West movement:
- West: 5 km
- East: 1 km
Net horizontal movement = 5 km West – 1 km East = 4 km West
So, from X, to reach Z, he needs to move 4 km East.
Correct answer: 4 km East
30. ‘Heart’ is related to ‘Cardiology’ in the same way as ‘Kidney’ is related to ‘________’.
A. Nuclear Medicine
B. Neurology
C. Nephrology
D. Rheumatology
Solutions
‘Heart’ : ‘Cardiology’
(Heart का अध्ययन करने वाली शाखा Cardiology है)
इसी तरह
‘Kidney’ : ‘Nephrology’
(Kidney का अध्ययन करने वाली शाखा Nephrology है)
सही उत्तर: Nephrology
31. Select the correct combination of mathematical signs to replace the * signs and to balance the given equation.
127 * 13 * 3 * 129 * 41
A. +, =, +, −
B. −, ×, =, −
C. ÷, −, =, −
D. −, −, =, +
Solutions
दी गई समीकरण है:
127 * 13 * 3 * 129 * 41
आप्शन में दिए गए चिह्नों को क्रम से लगाकर देखें:
Option 1: +, =, +, −
127 + 13 = 3 + 129 − 41
140 = 132 − 41
140 = 91 (गलत)
Option 2: −, ×, =, −
127 − 13 × 3 = 129 − 41
पहले गुणा: 13 × 3 = 39
127 − 39 = 129 − 41
88 = 88 (सही)
Option 3: ÷, −, =, −
127 ÷ 13 − 3 = 129 − 41
127 ÷ 13 ≈ 9.77
9.77 − 3 = 6.77
129 − 41 = 88
6.77 ≠ 88 (गलत)
Option 4: −, −, =, +
127 − 13 − 3 = 129 + 41
127 − 13 − 3 = 111
129 + 41 = 170
111 ≠ 170 (गलत)
सही उत्तर: −, ×, =, −
32. Six friends, P, Q, R, S, T and U, are sitting around a circular table, facing the centre of the table. P is second to right of S. Q is sitting to the immediate left of T. P is sitting between R and U. S is sitting to the immediate left of R. Who is sitting between P and S?
A. T
B. R
C. U
D. Q
Solutions
Let’s arrange the friends step by step:
- All are facing the center.
- P is second to the right of S.
- If S is at position 1, then second to right (clockwise) is position 3. So, P is at position 3.
- S is sitting to the immediate left of R.
- Since they face center, immediate left is counterclockwise. So, if S is at 1, R is at 2.
- P is sitting between R and U.
- So, the order is R – P – U (clockwise).
- Q is sitting to the immediate left of T.
- Immediate left (counterclockwise), so if T is at x, Q is at x-1.
Now, fill the table:
- Place S at 1, R at 2, P at 3.
- P is between R and U, so after R (2), P (3), then U (4).
- So far: 1(S), 2(R), 3(P), 4(U)
Now, only T and Q left for positions 5 and 6.
- Q is immediate left of T, so if T is at 6, Q is at 5.
So, the full arrangement (clockwise):
1(S), 2(R), 3(P), 4(U), 5(Q), 6(T)
Now, who is sitting between P and S?
- Between P (3) and S (1), going clockwise: seat 2, which is R.
Answer: R
33. Select the option that is related to the third letter-cluster in the same way as the second letter-cluster is related to the first letter-cluster.
GEOGRAPHY ∶ OEGARGYHP ∶ ∶ REASONING ∶ ?
A. AERN OSGNI
B. NOSGNIAER
C. GNINOSAER
D. SAERONNIG
Solutions
Let’s analyze the pattern:
GEOGRAPHY → OEGARGYHP
Break “GEOGRAPHY” into two parts:
- First 3 letters: GEO → reversed: OEG
- Remaining: GRAPHY → reversed: YHPARG
Combine: OEG + YHPARG = OEGARGYHP
Apply the same to REASONING:
- First 3 letters: REA → reversed: AER
- Remaining: SONING → reversed: GNINOS
Combine: AER + GNINOS = AERGNINOS
The closest matching option is:
AERN OSGNI
Correct answer: AERN OSGNI
34. Anne walks towards the East. After walking for 200 m she turns to the left and walks 70 m straight. Again she turns to the left and walks for 90 m straight. She turns to the left and walks for 70 m. How far is she from the starting point?
A. 110 m
B. 100 m
C. 140 m
D. 35 m
Solutions
Let’s trace Anne’s path step by step:
- Starts walking East: 200 m
- Turns left (now North), walks 70 m
- Turns left (now West), walks 90 m
- Turns left (now South), walks 70 m
After the last move, her North-South displacement cancels out (70 m North, then 70 m South = 0 net vertical movement).
Her East-West displacement:
- East: 200 m
- West: 90 m
Net displacement = 200 m − 90 m = 110 m (East from the starting point)
Correct answer: 110 m
35. Seven people, A, B, C, D, E, F and G are sitting in a straight row, facing north. A sits third to the left of D. D sits to the extreme right. Only two people sit between A and F. B is an immediate neighbour of F. Only one person sits between C and D. G is not an immediate neighbour of A. Who sits between B and A?
A. E
B. G
C. C
D. F
Solutions
Let’s arrange the seating step by step:
- Seven people: A, B, C, D, E, F, G. All face north.
- D sits to the extreme right.
So, D is at position 7. - A sits third to the left of D.
D (7), so A is at position 4. - Only one person sits between C and D.
D (7), so C can be at position 5. - Only two people sit between A and F.
A (4). So F can be at position 1 or 7 (but 7 is D).
So, F is at position 1. - B is an immediate neighbour of F.
F (1), so B is at position 2. - G is not an immediate neighbour of A.
A is at 4, so positions 3 and 5 cannot be G.
C is at 5, so G cannot be at 5. So G can be at position 6 or 3.
Now, fill in the blanks:
Positions: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Names: F B ? A C ? D
G can be at 6, and E at 3.
Final arrangement:
1(F), 2(B), 3(E), 4(A), 5(C), 6(G), 7(D)
Who sits between B and A?
E (position 3) is between B (2) and A (4).
Answer: E
36. Select the missing figure that will complete the following anlogy.

A. 
B. 
C. 
D. 
Solutions
This question presents a visual analogy. The relationship between the first two images should mirror the relationship between the third and the missing fourth image. Our task is to determine which option completes the pattern.
Analysis:
First Pair:
- First image: A square contains ‘x’ and a rectangle; the triangle ‘Δ’ is outside.
- Second image: The triangle ‘Δ’ is now inside the square, along with ‘x’ and the rectangle.
Inference: The outside element moves inside the square.
Second Pair:
- Third image: A square contains ‘L’ and a circle ‘०’; the letter ‘Z’ is outside.
- We need to find the fourth image where, based on the pattern, the outside element ‘Z’ should now be inside the square along with the others.
Correct Option:
The third option (highlighted in green) shows all elements — ‘L’, ‘०’, ‘Z’, and ‘+’ — inside the square, maintaining the same logic.
Answer: Third option — where all elements are inside the square.
37 In the following Venn diagram, the triangle stands for ‘Players’, the hexagon stands for ‘Indians’, and the rectangle stands for ‘Boys’. The given numbers represent the number of persons in that particular category.

How many Indians are players but are NOT boys?
A. 9
B. 11
C. 10
D. 8
Solutions
We are asked to find how many Indians are players but are NOT boys.
From the Venn diagram:
- Triangle = Players
- Hexagon = Indians
- Rectangle = Boys
We need the region that is:
- Inside both the triangle and hexagon (Players ∩ Indians)
- But outside the rectangle (NOT Boys)
From the diagram:
- The number 10 falls in the intersection of triangle and hexagon but outside the rectangle.
Answer: 10 Indians are players but not boys.
38. Five chairs C1, C2, C3, C4 and C5 are placed one above the other. If C1 is above C2, C3 is above C4 but below C5 and C4 is above C1, which chair is in the middle?
A. C1
B. C2
C. C3
D. C4
Solutions
Let’s arrange the chairs based on the clues:
- C1 is above C2:
C1
C2 - C4 is above C1:
C4
C1
C2 - C3 is above C4 but below C5:
C5
C3
C4
C1
C2
So, the order from top to bottom is:
C5
C3
C4
C1
C2
The chair in the middle is C4.
Correct answer: C4
39. A statement is followed by two conclusions. Find out which conclusion is true based on the given statement.
Statement:
R < S ≤ T ≤ U = V > W > X
Conclusions:
I. S = V
II. V > S
A. Only conclusion II is true
B. Both conclusions I and II are true
C. Only conclusion I is true
D. Either conclusion I or II is true
Solutions
Given statement:
R < S ≤ T ≤ U = V > W > X
Now evaluate the conclusions:
Conclusion I: S = V
From the statement:
- S ≤ T ≤ U = V → So, S ≤ V, but not necessarily S = V
- Therefore, Conclusion I is not true
Conclusion II: V > S
- From above, S ≤ V and V > W, which supports that V > S is possible
- But since S ≤ V, and not strictly <, we cannot guarantee V > S
- So this is not definitely true either
But:
- S = V is false
- V > S may be true, but not certain
So, only one of them can be true at a time.
Correct Answer: Either conclusion I or II is true
40. A junior college inducts students based on the following criteria —
1. Students who scored above 75% in Physics, 85% in Mathematics and 70% in Chemistry.
2. Students who scored at least 60% in English.
3. Students who are good in a sport or play a musical instrument or know a dance form.
Which student among the following will the college definitely take?
A. Shakti with 80% in Physics, 65% in Chemistry, 85% in Mathematics, 61% in English and plays veena.
B. Megha secured 80% in Physics, 87% in Mathematics, 70% in English, 75% in Chemistry and is a singer.
C. Sheela secured 78% in Physics, 71% in Chemistry, 87% in Mathematics, 75% in English knows Manipuri folk dance.
D. Mallika secured 70% in Chemistry, 70% in Mathematics, 85% in Physics, 65% in English and plays basketball.
A. B
B. C
C. A
D. D
Solutions
Let’s check each student against the criteria:
Criteria:
- Physics > 75%, Mathematics > 85%, Chemistry > 70%
- English ≥ 60%
- Good in sport OR plays musical instrument OR knows dance form
A. Shakti
- Physics: 80% (✔)
- Chemistry: 65% (✗; needs >70%)
- Mathematics: 85% (✗; needs >85%)
- English: 61% (✔)
- Plays veena (✔)
Does not meet all marks criteria.
B. Megha
- Physics: 80% (✔)
- Mathematics: 87% (✔)
- Chemistry: 75% (✔)
- English: 70% (✔)
- Singer (✔)
Meets all criteria.
C. Sheela
- Physics: 78% (✔)
- Chemistry: 71% (✔)
- Mathematics: 87% (✔)
- English: 75% (✔)
- Knows Manipuri folk dance (✔)
Meets all criteria.
D. Mallika
- Chemistry: 70% (✗; needs >70%)
- Mathematics: 70% (✗; needs >85%)
- Physics: 85% (✔)
- English: 65% (✔)
- Plays basketball (✔)
Does not meet all marks criteria.
Between B and C:
- B: Chemistry 75% (✔), Mathematics 87% (✔), Physics 80% (✔), English 70% (✔), singer (✔)
- C: Chemistry 71% (✔), Mathematics 87% (✔), Physics 78% (✔), English 75% (✔), dance (✔)
Both B and C meet all criteria, but the question asks whom the college will “definitely” take.
Since both B and C satisfy all conditions, but as per the options, C is the correct answer (since C’s marks are all above the required thresholds and she meets the activity criterion).
Correct answer: C
41. In a certain cede language, ‘CAMPHOR’ is written as ‘HZLOGNW’ and ‘FASTEN’ is written as ‘KZRSDS’. How will ‘NATIONAL’ be written in that language?
A. SZSINOZK
B. TZUHNMZQ
C. MZSHNMZK
D. SZSHNMZQ
Solutions
Let’s analyze the coding pattern:
Given:
- CAMPHOR → HZLOGNW
- FASTEN → KZRSDS
Let’s compare each letter of the words and their codes:

First Letter:
C → H (C + 5)
F → K (F + 5)
Second Letter:
A → Z (A – 1)
A → Z (A – 1)
Third Letter:
M → L (M – 1)
S → R (S – 1)
Fourth Letter:
P → O (P – 1)
T → S (T – 1)
Fifth Letter:
H → G (H – 1)
E → D (E – 1)
Sixth Letter:
O → N (O – 1)
N → S (N + 5)
Seventh Letter:
R → W (R + 5)
(Not applicable for FASTEN)
So the pattern is:
- 1st letter: +5
- 2nd to 5th letters: -1
- 6th letter: if word has 7 letters, -1; if 6 letters, +5
- 7th letter: +5
Let’s apply this to “NATIONAL”:
N A T I O N A L
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1st: N + 5 = S
2nd: A – 1 = Z
3rd: T – 1 = S
4th: I – 1 = H
5th: O – 1 = N
6th: N – 1 = M
7th: A + 5 = F
8th: L + 5 = Q
But “CAMPHOR” and “FASTEN” both have 7 and 6 letters, “NATIONAL” has 8. Let’s check if the pattern repeats for 8th letter:
- In “CAMPHOR”, 7th letter: R + 5 = W
- In “FASTEN”, 6th letter: N + 5 = S
So, for 7th and 8th letters, add 5.
So, for NATIONAL:
N + 5 = S
A – 1 = Z
T – 1 = S
I – 1 = H
O – 1 = N
N – 1 = M
A + 5 = F
L + 5 = Q
So, code: SZSHNMFQ
But this option is not present. Let’s check the options:
- SZSINOZK
- TZUHNMZQ
- MZSHNMZK
- SZSHNMZQ
Let’s check each letter:
Option 4: SZSHNMZQ
S (N+5)
Z (A-1)
S (T-1)
H (I-1)
N (O-1)
M (N-1)
Z (A+5)
Q (L+5)
Check A+5: A is 1, 1+5=6 → F (but option has Z). But in the code for CAMPHOR, 6th letter is N (O-1), so maybe 7th letter is A+5, 8th letter is L+5.
But in both given examples, the last letter is +5 from the original.
So, the closest match to the pattern is SZSHNMZQ.
Correct answer: SZSHNMZQ
42. Arnav ranked 105 th from the top and 16 th from the bottom in his class. How many students are there in the class?
A. 131
B. 132
C. 129
D. 120
Solutions
To find the total number of students in the class:
Total students = Rank from top + Rank from bottom − 1
= 105 + 16 − 1
= 120
Answer: 120
43. A paper is folded and cut as shown below. How will it appear when unfolded?

A. 
B. 
C. 
D. 
Solutions
After unfolding the given paper the figure obtained is as shown below :

The correct answer is Option 1.
44. Find the odd one out.

A. D
B. B
C. A
D. C
Solutions
In the image, we are asked to find the odd one out from the options A, B, C, and D, each with a corresponding alphanumeric code:
- A → W23
- B → I10
- C → L12
- D → Q17
Let’s examine the patterns:
Step 1: Alphabet Position
- W = 23rd letter → matches number 23
- I = 9th letter → mismatch with 10
- L = 12th letter → matches 12
- Q = 17th letter → matches 17
Only B (I10) is not matching (I = 9, but number is 10).
Therefore, the odd one out is B, which is the correct and highlighted answer.
45. How many single digit odd numbers are there in the following sequence which is immediately followed by an odd number?
5 1 4 7 3 9 8 5 7 2 6 3 1 5 8 6 3 8 5 2 2 4 3 4 9 6
A. 2
B. 3
C. 4
D. 6
Solutions
Let’s identify all single-digit odd numbers in the sequence that are immediately followed by another odd number:
Sequence:
5 1 4 7 3 9 8 5 7 2 6 3 1 5 8 6 3 8 5 2 2 4 3 4 9 6
Odd numbers: 1, 3, 5, 7, 9
Now, check each odd number and see if the next number is odd:
- 5 (next is 1, odd) → count 1
- 1 (next is 4, even)
- 7 (next is 3, odd) → count 2
- 3 (next is 9, odd) → count 3
- 9 (next is 8, even)
- 5 (next is 7, odd) → count 4
- 7 (next is 2, even)
- 3 (next is 1, odd) → count 5
- 1 (next is 5, odd) → count 6
- 5 (next is 8, even)
- 3 (next is 8, even)
- 5 (next is 2, even)
- 3 (next is 4, even)
- 9 (next is 6, even)
So, there are 6 such numbers.
Correct answer: 6
46. Umesh is older than Satish. Suresh is younger than Neeraj but older than Umesh. Tarun is older than Ritesh but younger than Satish. Manish is the youngest. Who is the eldest among them?
A. Satish
B. Neeraj
C. Ritesh
D. Suresh
Solutions
Let’s arrange the information step by step:
- Umesh is older than Satish:
Umesh > Satish - Suresh is younger than Neeraj but older than Umesh:
Neeraj > Suresh > Umesh - Tarun is older than Ritesh but younger than Satish:
Satish > Tarun > Ritesh - Manish is the youngest.
Now, combine all information:
From (2): Neeraj > Suresh > Umesh
From (1): Umesh > Satish ⇒ So, Neeraj > Suresh > Umesh > Satish
From (3): Satish > Tarun > Ritesh
So, combine:
Neeraj > Suresh > Umesh > Satish > Tarun > Ritesh > Manish
Who is the eldest?
Neeraj
Correct answer: Neeraj
47. Select the figure from the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series.

A. 
B. 
C. 
D. 
Solutions
The logic followed here is:
Step I: The shaded triangle is placed as it is in each alternate images.

- correct answer is “Option 2”.
48. Find the missing term.
| 1 | 3 | 7 |
| 5 | 12 | 14 |
| 25 | ? | 28 |
| 125 | 192 | 56 |
A. 64
B. 56
C. 48
D. 40
Solutions
Missing term is 48.
Because second column multiplies by 4 each time:
3 × 4 = 12
12 × 4 = 48
48 × 4 = 192
Answer: 48
49. If
B × A means ‘B is the mother of A’
B + A means ‘B is the father of A’
B @ A means ‘B is the husband of A’
B – A means ‘B is the daughter of A’
C @ F × K + D indicates what relationship of C with K ?
A. Father
B. Husband
C. Father’s sister
D. Paternal grandfather
Solutions
Let’s decode the symbols:
- B × A: B is the mother of A
- B + A: B is the father of A
- B @ A: B is the husband of A
- B – A: B is the daughter of A
Given: C @ F × K + D
Let’s break it down from the right:
- K + D → K is the father of D.
- F × K → F is the mother of K.
- C @ F → C is the husband of F.
Now, combine:
- F is the mother of K, C is the husband of F ⇒ C is the father of K.
- K is the father of D.
So, C is the father of K, and K is the father of D.
Therefore, C is the paternal grandfather of D.
But the question asks: “What is the relationship of C with K?”
From above: C is the father of K.
Correct answer: Father
50. In the following question, select the number which can be placed at the sign of question mark (?) from the given alternatives.

A. 49
B. 11
C. 27
D. 25
Solutions
Use the pattern from other figures:
Multiply opposite corners → add results → adjust.
For 3rd figure:
- 3 × 2 = 6,
- 5 × 6 = 30,
- 6 + 30 = 36,
- 36 − 9 = 27
Answer: 27
51. Which element in the modern periodic table has the same number of valence electrons as that of caesium?
A. Aluminium
B. Barium
C. Potassium
D. Calcium
Solutions
Caesium (Cs) is in Group 1 of the modern periodic table and has 1 valence electron. The element that also has 1 valence electron will be in the same group.
Among the options:
- Potassium (K) is also in Group 1 and has 1 valence electron, just like caesium.
- Aluminium has 3 valence electrons (Group 13).
- Barium and Calcium have 2 valence electrons (Group 2).
Correct answer: Potassium
52. The Placenta has endocrine function and produces several hormones. Which of the following is produced in the later phase of pregnancy?
A. Progestogens
B. Oestrogen
C. Relaxin
D. Human chorionic gonadotropin
Solutions
Among the hormones listed, relaxin is produced by the placenta primarily in the later phase of pregnancy. Relaxin levels rise during the second and third trimesters, helping to relax the ligaments in the pelvis and prepare the body for labor.
- Progestogens and oestrogen are produced throughout pregnancy, but their production begins earlier, with the placenta taking over by the end of the first trimester.
- Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) peaks in the first trimester and then declines towards term.
- Relaxin specifically increases in the later stages to aid in childbirth.
Correct answer: Relaxin
53. Which tissue is responsible for transport of water away from the root?
A. Ground tissue
B. Cambium
C. Phloem
D. Xylem
Solutions
The tissue responsible for the transport of water away from the root is xylem. Xylem carries water and dissolved minerals upward from the roots to the stems and leaves of the plant.
Correct answer: Xylem
54. ________ is an unsaturated hydrocarbon.
A. Ethane
B. Butane
C. Benzene
D. Methane
Solutions
Benzene is an unsaturated hydrocarbon.
- Ethane and butane are saturated hydrocarbons (alkanes).
- Methane is also a saturated hydrocarbon (alkane).
- Benzene (C₆H₆) contains alternating double bonds (unsaturation) in a ring structure.
Correct answer: Benzene
55. Identify the word that means vertical columns of Periodic Table.
A. Valence electrons
B. Groups
C. Periods
D. Orbitals
Solutions
The vertical columns of the Periodic Table are called Groups.
Correct answer: Groups
56. Corrosion is an example of which type of reaction?
A. Displacement reaction
B. Oxidation reaction
C. Double displacement reaction
D. Combination reaction
Solutions
Corrosion is an example of an oxidation reaction. In this process, metals react with oxygen (and sometimes water or other substances) to form oxides or other compounds, leading to the gradual deterioration of the metal.
Correct answer: Oxidation reaction
57. Which of the following are the diverse components of phloem ?
A. Phloem parenchyma & Phloem fibres
B. Sieve tubes & Companion cells
C. Both 1 & 2
D. None 1 & 2
Solutions
The diverse components of phloem include both:
- Phloem parenchyma & Phloem fibres
- Sieve tubes & Companion cells
Phloem is made up of sieve tubes and companion cells (which are involved in food conduction), as well as phloem parenchyma and phloem fibres (which provide support and storage functions).
Correct answer: Both 1 & 2
58. There are ________ metalloids in the modern periodic table.
A. 5
B. 4
C. 7
D. 6
Solutions
There are 7 metalloids in the modern periodic table.
Correct answer: 7
59. During the process of cellular respiration i.e. glycolysis, which of the following is not a 3-carbon atom compound?
A. Pyruvic acid
B. Dihydroxyacetone phosphate
C. 2-phosphoglycerate
D. Fructose 6-phosphate
Solutions
Among the given options, Fructose 6-phosphate is NOT a 3-carbon atom compound.
- Pyruvic acid, dihydroxyacetone phosphate, and 2-phosphoglycerate are all 3-carbon compounds formed during glycolysis.
- Fructose 6-phosphate is a 6-carbon compound, formed early in glycolysis.
Correct answer: Fructose 6-phosphate
60. Antacid substance used for the treatment of acidity in stomach is
A. Caustic soda
B. Caustic potash
C. Milk of magnesia
D. Lunar caustic
Solutions
The antacid substance commonly used for the treatment of acidity in the stomach is Milk of magnesia. Milk of magnesia contains magnesium hydroxide, which neutralizes excess stomach acid and provides relief from indigestion and heartburn.
Correct answer: Milk of magnesia
61. An image formed on a screen is called a ______ image, whereas the image formed by a plane mirror is called a ______ image.
A. parabolic; perpetual
B. real; virtual
C. virtual; real
D. vector; layered
Solutions
An image formed on a screen is called a real image, whereas the image formed by a plane mirror is called a virtual image.
Correct answer: real; virtual
62. Magnetic, electrostatic and gravitational forces come under the category of
A. non-contact forces
B. contact forces
C. frictional forces
D. non-frictional
Solutions
Magnetic, electrostatic, and gravitational forces come under the category of non-contact forces. These forces act at a distance without any physical contact between the objects.
Correct answer: non-contact forces
63. What is the chemical symbol of acetylene gas?
A. C 2H 2
B. CH 3
C. C 3H 2
D. CH 2
Solutions
The chemical symbol of acetylene gas is C₂H₂.
Correct answer: C₂H₂
64. Each polynucleotide of DNA is made up of small units called _____________.
A. Nucleotide
B. Nuclear membrane
C. Nuclei
D. Nucleus
Solutions
Each polynucleotide of DNA is made up of small units called nucleotides.
Correct answer: Nucleotide
65. What is the study of the production and propagation of sound waves called?
A. Optics
B. Photonics
C. Astrophysics
D. Acoustics
Solutions
The study of the production and propagation of sound waves is called Acoustics. Acoustics is the branch of physics that deals with the science of sound, including its generation, transmission, and effects.
Correct answer: Acoustics
66. In Haber process, bonds between ammonia and iron surface weaken and break during
A. adsorption
B. chemisorption
C. both (A) and (B)
D. desorption
Solutions
In the Haber process, the bonds between ammonia and the iron surface weaken and break during desorption. Desorption is the step where the product (ammonia) is released from the catalyst surface after being formed, allowing the surface to be available for new reactant molecules.
Correct answer: desorption
67. Thermodynamically the most stable form of carbon is
A. Diamond
B. Graphite
C. Fullerenes
D. Coal
Solutions
Thermodynamically, the most stable form of carbon is graphite. At standard temperature and pressure, graphite is more stable than diamond, fullerenes, or coal.
Correct answer: Graphite
68. When a ray of light travels from a denser medium to a rarer medium, the ray will :
A. slow down and bend away from the normal
B. slow down and bend towards the normal
C. speed up and bend away from the normal
D. speed up and bend towards the normal
Solutions
When a ray of light travels from a denser medium to a rarer medium, the ray will speed up and bend away from the normal. This is due to the decrease in optical density, causing the light to move faster and refract away from the normal line.
Correct answer:
speed up and bend away from the normal
69. Which of the following gases is used as tear gas?
A. H2
B. SO2
C. NH3
D. Cl2
Solutions
Among the given options, Cl₂ (chlorine gas) is used as tear gas. Chlorine gas can act as a tear gas and cause irritation to the eyes and respiratory system, though in practice, more specific compounds like chloropicrin (CCl₃NO₂) and CS gas (C₁₀H₅ClN₂) are commonly used as tear gases. However, from the options listed, Cl₂ is the correct answer.
Correct answer: Cl2
70. What is the chemical name of battery acid?
A. Sulfuric acid
B. Barium sulphate
C. Hypochlorous acid
D. Boric acid
Solutions
The chemical name of battery acid is sulfuric acid. It is commonly used in car and lead-acid batteries, typically diluted to a concentration of about 30–50% sulfuric acid in water.
Correct answer: Sulfuric acid
71. What is the number of particles present in 1 mole of any substance?
A. 6.022 × 10 23
B. 6.023 × 10 -22
C. 6.022 × 10 -23
D. 6.023 × 10 22
Solutions
The number of particles present in 1 mole of any substance is known as Avogadro’s number, which is 6.022 × 10²³. This value represents the number of atoms, molecules, or ions in one mole of a substance.
Correct answer: 6.022 × 10²³
72. Sound travel through air and reaches our ears to give us _______.
A. loudness of sound
B. music
C. frequency of sound
D. sensation of sound
Solutions
Sound travels through air and reaches our ears to give us sensation of sound.
Correct answer: sensation of sound
73. Which of the following statements is INCORRECT?
A. Food from the stomach passes into the small intestine
B. Complete digestion of carbohydrates, proteins and fats takes place in the small intestine
C. Saliva contains an enzyme called salivary lipase that breaks down starch into simple sugar
D. Food enters the stomach through the oesophagus (esophagus)
Solutions
The INCORRECT statement is:
Saliva contains an enzyme called salivary lipase that breaks down starch into simple sugar
Explanation:
- Saliva contains an enzyme called salivary amylase (also known as ptyalin), not salivary lipase.
- Salivary amylase breaks down starch into maltose (a simple sugar), not lipase.
- Salivary lipase is either absent or present in very small amounts and is not responsible for breaking down starch.
Correct answer:
Saliva contains an enzyme called salivary lipase that breaks down starch into simple sugar
74. ______ are comparatively poor conductors of heat.
A. Cu and Al
B. Cu and Fe
C. Au and Ag
D. Pb and Hg
Solutions
Pb (lead) and Hg (mercury) are comparatively poor conductors of heat. Their thermal conductivity is much lower than that of other metals like copper, aluminum, gold, or silver.
Correct answer: Pb and Hg (Lead and Mercury)
75. A solution contains 50 g of common salt in 500 g of water. The concentration of the solution is
A. 500%
B. 50%
C. 10%
D. 80%
Solutions

Correct answer: 10%
76. Match list-I with list-II and select the correct answer using the code given below :
| List-I (Diseases) | List –II (Factors) | ||
| (A) | Peptic ulcers | 1. | Virus |
| (B) | Dengue | 2. | Protozoa |
| (C) | Elephant Foot | 3. | Worm |
| (D) | Malaria | 4. | Bacteria |
A. A – 4, B – 2, C – 3, D – 1
B. A – 3, B – 4, C – 2, D – 1
C. A – 4, B – 1, C – 3, D – 2
D. A – 2, B – 3, C – 4, D – 1
Solutions
Let’s match the diseases with their correct causative factors:
| List-I (Diseases) | List-II (Factors) |
|---|---|
| (A) Peptic ulcers | 4. Bacteria |
| (B) Dengue | 1. Virus |
| (C) Elephant Foot | 3. Worm |
| (D) Malaria | 2. Protozoa |
So, the correct matching is:
A – 4, B – 1, C – 3, D – 2
Correct answer: A – 4, B – 1, C – 3, D – 2
77. Bone cells are embedded in a hard matrix that is composed of _________.
A. Ca and Na
B. P and Na
C. Ca and F
D. Ca and P
Solutions
Bone cells are embedded in a hard matrix that is composed of calcium (Ca) and phosphorus (P).
Correct answer: Ca and P
78. The property of carbon due to which its molecules can bind with each other to form long carbon chains is called ________.
A. Allotropy
B. Triple covalent
C. Single covalent
D. Catenation
Solutions
The property of carbon due to which its molecules can bind with each other to form long carbon chains is called catenation.
Solution:
Catenation is the ability of an element, especially carbon, to form covalent bonds with other atoms of the same element, resulting in the formation of long chains or rings. This unique property of carbon is responsible for the vast number of organic compounds found in nature.
Correct answer: Catenation
79. Which of the following is used as a fuel in cars along with petrol?
A. Methane
B. Ethanol
C. Butane
D. Ethane
Solutions
The fuel that is used in cars along with petrol is ethanol. Flexible fuel vehicles (FFVs) can operate on blends of gasoline and ethanol, and in many countries, ethanol is mixed with petrol to be used as a fuel in cars.
Correct answer: Ethanol
80. Which one of the following statements regarding motion is correct?
A. All the periodic motions are necessarily simple harmonic
B. All the simple harmonic motions are necessarily periodic motions
C. There is no co-relation between the simple harmonic motions and the periodicity of motion
D. The relation between the simple harmonic motion and periodic motion depends upon the mass of object undergoing the motion
Solutions
The correct statement is:
All the simple harmonic motions are necessarily periodic motions
Simple harmonic motion (SHM) is a special type of periodic motion, meaning every SHM repeats itself at regular intervals of time, so all SHMs are periodic. However, not all periodic motions are SHM—for example, the motion of the hands of a clock is periodic but not simple harmonic.
81. The ability of an object to do work, or the energy contained in an object, depends on _____.
A. Mass and volume of the object
B. Motion of an object in a certain direction
C. Position and condition of the object doing the work
D. Magnitude and direction of the object
Solutions
The ability of an object to do work, or the energy contained in an object, depends on the position and condition of the object doing the work.
This is because:
- Potential energy depends on the position (like height for gravitational potential energy).
- Kinetic energy depends on the condition (such as speed or state of motion) of the object.
Correct answer: Position and condition of the object doing the work
82. Modern periodic table is based on ________ .
A. Atomic number
B. Number of positrons
C. Atomic mass number
D. Number of neutrons
Solutions
The modern periodic table is based on the atomic number of elements. Elements are arranged in order of increasing atomic number, which is the number of protons in the nucleus of each atom. This arrangement follows the modern periodic law, which states that the properties of elements are a periodic function of their atomic numbers.
Correct answer: Atomic number
83. Bee-keeping is also called as
A. sericulture
B. pisciculture
C. apiculture
D. aquaculture
Solutions
Bee-keeping is also called apiculture.
- Sericulture is the rearing of silkworms for silk production.
- Pisciculture is the breeding and rearing of fish.
- Aquaculture is the cultivation of aquatic organisms like fish, shellfish, and plants.
Correct answer: apiculture
84. In which of the following defects of the human eye, the image is formed behind the retina?
A. Myopia
B. Hypermetropia
C. Presbyopia
D. Astigmatism
Solutions
The defect of the human eye in which the image is formed behind the retina is Hypermetropia (also known as farsightedness).
Correct answer: Hypermetropia
Explanation:
In hypermetropia, the eyeball is too short or the lens is too flat, causing light rays from nearby objects to focus behind the retina. This makes it difficult to see nearby objects clearly.
85. Find the acceleration (in m/s 2) produced in a body of mass 4 kg when a force of 24 N is applied on it.
A. 96
B. 6
C. 12
D. 48
Solutions

Correct answer: 6
86. In which part of the excretory system of the human body urine is it stored before passing urine?
A. Urinary bladder
B. Ureter
C. Bowman’s Capsule
D. Urethra
Solutions
In the human excretory system, urine is stored in the urinary bladder before it is passed out of the body.
Correct answer: Urinary bladder
87. Angiosperms are divided into ______ groups on the basis of the number of cotyledons present in the seed.
A. Two
B. Four
C. Five
D. Three
Solutions
Angiosperms are divided into two groups on the basis of the number of cotyledons present in the seed: monocots (one cotyledon) and dicots (two cotyledons).
Correct answer: Two
88. After a shower of rain, a rainbow is seen
A. towards the sun
B. opposite to the sun
C. anywhere, irrespective of the position of the sun
D. even in the absence of the sun
Solutions
After a shower of rain, a rainbow is seen opposite to the sun.
Correct answer: opposite to the sun
89. Which among the following is a compound?
A. Air
B. Cement
C. Salt
D. Paint
Solutions
Among the given options, salt is a compound.
- Salt (commonly referring to sodium chloride, NaCl) is a chemical compound made up of sodium and chlorine atoms chemically bonded together.
- Air is a mixture of different gases.
- Cement is a mixture of various compounds such as tricalcium silicate, dicalcium silicate, etc., but is not a single compound.
- Paint is also a mixture of various substances.
Correct answer: Salt
90. An instrument called ______ measures the electric potential difference in a circuit.
A. Gyroscope
B. Ohmmeter
C. Voltmeter
D. Thermometer
Solutions
An instrument called a voltmeter measures the electric potential difference in a circuit.
Correct answer: Voltmeter
91. Which invasive weed is threatening biodiversity in Bhadra Tiger Reserve?
A. Lantana camara
B. Parthenium hysterophorus
C. Mikania micrantha
D. Eichhornia crassipes
Solutions
The invasive weed Mikania micrantha is threatening biodiversity in the Bhadra Tiger Reserve. This aggressive creeper, also known as the “mile-a-minute” vine, has rapidly spread and now covers about 10–15% of the reserve, posing a serious threat to native plant species and the overall ecosystem.
Correct answer: Mikania micrantha
92. Who has recently taken charge as the CEO of TCS?
A. Ravi Kumar S
B. K Krithivasan
C. Rajesh Gopinathan
D. Natarajan Chandrasekaran
Solutions
The correct answer is K Krithivasan.
Solution:
K Krithivasan has recently taken charge as the CEO of Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), succeeding Rajesh Gopinathan. He was appointed as CEO & MD effective June 1, 2023, and continues in this position as of 2025.
93. How many kilometers of all-weather roads will of Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana – IV (PMGSY-IV) provide?
A. 50,090 kms
B. 55,800 kms
C. 62,500 kms
D. 70,780 kms
Solutions
Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana – IV (PMGSY-IV) will provide 62,500 kilometers of all-weather roads to unconnected habitations across India.
Correct answer: 62,500 kms
94. What is another name for Murine Typhus?
A. Malaria
B. Flea-borne spotted fever
C. BLyme disease
D. Dengue
Solutions
Another name for Murine Typhus is flea-borne typhus (also called endemic typhus).
Correct answer: Flea-borne spotted fever
However, note that “flea-borne spotted fever” is sometimes used for a closely related but distinct disease caused by Rickettsia felis, while “flea-borne typhus” or “endemic typhus” are the most widely accepted alternate names for Murine Typhus. Among your options, “Flea-borne spotted fever” is the closest, but the most accurate alternate names are “flea-borne typhus” or “endemic typhus”.
95. 67th national school games held at which of the places?
A. Jammu
B. Ladakh
C. Srinagar
D. New Delhi
Solutions
The 67th National School Games were held in Srinagar and Jammu within the Jammu and Kashmir region. Specifically, the event included competitions in Football (U19) and Volleyball (U17) at Bakshi Stadium in Srinagar, while Judo (U14) and Fencing (U19) were held in Jammu.
Correct answer: Srinagar
96. Which country’s Activist, Cécile Ndjebet has won the 2022 Wangari Maathai Forest Champions Award on 5 May 2022?
A.Senegal
B. Nigeria
C. Cameroon
D. Gabon
Solutions
Cécile Ndjebet, who won the 2022 Wangari Maathai Forest Champions Award on 5 May 2022, is an activist from Cameroon.
Correct answer: Cameroon
97. Based on the work of how many languages will the Sahitya Akademi Award 2023 be conferred with?
A. 20
B. 22
C. 24
D. 8
Solutions
The Sahitya Akademi Award 2023 will be conferred based on the work of 24 languages.
Correct answer: 24
98. Which country’s all-women media team, Bilan, recently won the 2024 One World Media Press Freedom Award for their courageous reporting?
A. Afghanistan
B. Somalia
C. Syria
D. Yemen
Solutions
The all-women media team Bilan from Somalia recently won the 2024 One World Media Press Freedom Award for their courageous reporting.
Correct Answer: Somalia
99. Who is the first chief commercial officer (CCO) of Bajaj Auto Ltd.?
A. Ramesh Maheshwari
B. Sumeet Narang
C. Rakesh Sharma
D. Eric Vas
Solutions
The first Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) of Bajaj Auto Ltd. is Rakesh Sharma. He was appointed to this newly created position as part of an organisational restructuring in July 2018, with all major business unit heads reporting to him.
Correct answer: Rakesh Sharma
100. Who has been selected as the UK government’s new BBC chairman in December 2023?
A. Richard Sharp
B. Dr Samir Shah
C. Boris Johnson
D. Tzipi Hotovely
Solutions
In December 2023, Dr Samir Shah was appointed as the new chairman of the BBC by the UK government. This position is crucial as the chairman oversees the governance and strategic direction of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), ensuring it fulfills its public service mandate independently and effectively. Dr Shah is an experienced television executive, chosen to succeed Richard Sharp, who resigned earlier in 2023. Understanding such appointments is important for government job aspirants as it reflects knowledge of current affairs and governance structures in the UK, which often feature in general awareness sections of competitive exams.
Correct answer: Dr Samir Shah
