UPPSC Prelims (GS 2) Mock Test - 4 (CSAT) - UPPSC (UP) MCQ

Given:

A sum of money is to be distributed among Abhay, Bina, Chandan and Divya in the proportion of 5 ∶ 2 ∶ 4 ∶ 3

Calculation:

Let, the common term be m, Divya gets 3m of the money.

According to the question, Chandan gets ₹ 500 more than Divya

So, Chandan = 4m = 3m + 500

⇒ 4m - 3m = 500

⇒ m = 500

Bina = 2m = 2 × 500 = 1000

∴ Bina's share is Rs. 1,000.

Mix gender helps participants to develop interpersonal skills, confidence, communication, and assertiveness.

 HintFlexible student groupings: For integrated learning to be meaningful and effective for the learners, flexibility in grouping, preferably heterogeneous grouping with students’ interest and choice, need to be adopted. Heterogeneous grouping helps in building a natural setting and peer learning.

 Key PointsGuidelines for Using Cooperative Learning: 

• Limit group size to three to five students.
• Compose groups heterogeneously by mixing students considering academic achievement, sex, and, race.
• Give each student in the group a specific role, responsibility, or task that contributes to the success of group.
• Use cooperative learning as a supplemental activity for review, enrichment, or practice, allowing students in the group to help one another master material. Groups can also complete projects such as reports, presentations, experiments, and artwork.
• Consider room arrangement, task materials, and time frame as you plan cooperative activities.
• Grade individual students’ contributions.
• Consider providing a group reward to students in the group.
• Vary group composition so that no student feels labeled by being in a ‘slow’ group and all students have an opportunity during the school year to work with every other student in the class.
• For cooperating learning groups to function effectively, collaborative social skills must be taught, modeled, and reinforced regularly.

Thus, Mixed gender helps participants to develop interpersonal skills, confidence, communication, and assertiveness.

The correct answer is 'Option 2) i.e. 'being sold'.

Key Points

• The sentence is interrogative and in the present continuous tense.
• The format for active voice in this tense is: is/are/am + Subject + V1 + ing + Object?
• The format for passive voice in this tense is: is/are/am +Subject (Objective case) + being + V3 + by + Object (Subjective case)?
• Example in a different sentence: "They are painting the house." becomes "The house is being painted by them."

Therefore, the correct answer is- Are the books being sold by them here?

Given: 

7⁷

Calculation:

77/4 = (7 × 7 × 7 × 7 × 7 × 7 × 7)/4

⇒ (49 × 49 × 49 × 7) / 4

After dividing the 49 by 4 we get remainder 9 and after dividing 7 by 4 we get remainder 3. Now,

⇒ 77/4 = (9 × 9 × 9 × 3) / 4

After dividing the 9 by 4 we get remainder 1. So,

⇒ 77/4 = 1 × 1 × 1 × 3/4 = 3/4

So, the remainder is 3.

∴ The correct answer is 3.

Given:
Statement I: One of the sides of the triangle measures 20 meters.
Statement II: The area of the triangle is 990 m².

Formula used:
Pythagoras theorem is, H² = P² + B²
Area of right angle triangle = (1/2) × base × height 
Where,
H = hypotenuse, P = perpendicular and B = base 

Calculation:
Using statement I:
From one side of triangle, we can't calculate the length of the hypotenuse of the triangle.
So, Statement I alone is not sufficient to answer the question.

Using statement II:
From the area of the triangle alone we can't calculate the length of the hypotenuse of the triangle.
So, the Statement II alone is not sufficient to answer the question.

Using both statements I and II:
Let one of the sides given of the triangle be base, B = 20 m

⇒    [using formula of area of the triangle]
⇒ Height = 99 m
⇒ Height = Perpendicular, P = 99 m
Using Pythagoras theorem,
⇒ H² = 99² + 202
⇒ H² = 10201
⇒ H = 101 m
∴ The question can be answered by using both statements together, but cannot be answered using either statement alone.

The speed of Aravind = 30 kmph
The speed of Biswanath = 60 kmph
Let the time take by Biswanath = X hours
Implies, the time taken by Aravind = X hours + 20 minutes = (X + 1/3) hours
Now,
Speed × Time = Distance
30 × (X + 1/3) = 60 × X 
⇒ 30X + 10 = 60X
⇒ 30X = 10
⇒ X = 1/3 hours = 20 minutes
Distance = 1/3 × 60 = 20 km

Hence, the distance between the hostel and the ground is 20 km.

शब्द व्यंजक है तो उसके अर्थ कहलाएँगे - व्यंग्य

Key Points

• व्यंजना शब्द शक्ति से अन्यार्थ या विशेषार्थ का ज्ञान कराने वाला शब्द व्यंजक कहलाता है, जबकि उस व्यंजक शब्द से प्राप्त अर्थ को व्यंग्यार्थ या धन्यार्थ कहते हैं।

The correct answer is option 1.

Key Points

• To answer this question, first, let's carefully examine the passage:
• The passage discusses the perception of Indian textiles and garments in the classical Greek and Roman world. It highlights the high value placed on Indian textiles, such as saffron and indigo, as well as silk. These textiles were considered luxurious commodities, with silk in particular being associated with extravagance and decadence. The passage also mentions instances where individuals, such as Cleopatra and the Roman emperor Elagabalus, were noted for their use of foreign textiles, which sometimes led to negative perceptions regarding their morals or adherence to traditional Roman customs.
• Now, let's evaluate the options:
• Option 1: Indian textiles and garments were highly valued for their quality and richness, symbolizing luxury and status.
  • This option aligns with the information provided in the passage. It accurately reflects the perception of Indian textiles and garments as valuable commodities associated with luxury and status, as indicated by references to saffron, indigo, and silk. Thus, this is the correct answer.
• Option 2: Indian textiles were considered inferior and were rarely imported into the classical Greek and Roman world.
• This option contradicts the passage, which emphasizes the high value and significance of Indian textiles and garments in the classical Greek and Roman world. There is no indication in the passage that Indian textiles were considered inferior or rarely imported. Thus, this can not be the answer.
• Option 3: The use of Indian textiles and garments was strictly regulated by laws and edicts to prevent decadence.
  • There is no mention in the passage of strict regulation of Indian textiles and garments through laws and edicts. While there is a reference to Diocletian's Edict of Maximum Prices, which mentions the cost of raw silk, this does not imply strict regulation aimed at preventing decadence specifically related to Indian textiles. Thus, this can not be the answer.
• Option 4: Indian textiles were primarily associated with moral corruption and anti-Roman sentiment.
  • Although the passage mentions negative perceptions of extravagance and decadence associated with silk, there is no indication that Indian textiles were primarily associated with moral corruption and anti-Roman sentiment. Such associations are not explicitly mentioned in the passage. Thus, this can not be the answer.
• After carefully analyzing the passage and the options provided, it is evident that option 1 accurately reflects the perception of Indian textiles and garments in the classical Greek and Roman world. 
• Therefore, the correct answer is "Indian textiles and garments were highly valued for their quality and richness, symbolizing luxury and status."

The correct answer is option 4.

Key Points

• To answer this question, let's first carefully examine the passage and understand its main points:
• The passage discusses the marginalization of Indian street dogs during colonial India. It highlights how the term "stray" was introduced by the British colonial authorities, which further stigmatized these dogs by portraying them as creatures who had wandered away from their rightful place within human dwellings. This term differentiated them from the pet dogs brought by the British, positioning them as fundamentally illegitimate. Colonial authorities, influenced by newspapers, enacted legislation that subjected free-living dogs to impoundment and slaughter, employing various methods such as poisoning, shooting by police, or clubbing, often carried out by caste-oppressed men. Despite opposition from some British individuals and Indians, these measures were enforced throughout colonial India.
• Now, let's evaluate the options:
• Option 1: By being viewed as inferior to the pet dogs brought by the British, leading to discriminatory treatment and legislation.
  • This option accurately reflects the marginalization experienced by Indian street dogs, as they were considered inferior to the pet dogs of the British and were subjected to discriminatory treatment and legislation. Thus, this option aligns with the information presented in the passage.
• Option 2: By facing increased restrictions on their movement and behaviour, enforced by British colonial authorities.
  • While restrictions on movement and behaviour are implied through the introduction of legislation and impoundment, the passage primarily focuses on the branding and discriminatory treatment of Indian street dogs rather than specific restrictions on their movement and behaviour. Thus, this option does not fully capture the essence of the marginalization of Indian street dogs as presented in the passage.
• Option 3: By being targeted for extermination through various methods sanctioned by municipal authorities.
  • This option accurately describes one aspect of the marginalization experienced by Indian street dogs, as they were indeed targeted for extermination through methods such as impoundment and slaughter. Thus, this option aligns with the information presented in the passage.
• Option 4: By being labelled as "illegitimate" through the introduction of the term "stray" into Indian law by the British.
  • This option accurately captures the essence of how Indian street dogs were further marginalized during colonial India. The introduction of the term "stray" into Indian law served to delegitimize these dogs and brand them as illegitimate, contributing to their marginalization. Thus, this option aligns with the information presented in the passage.
• So, after carefully considering each option and comparing them to the information provided in the passage, it can be concluded that options 1, 3, and 4 accurately summarize how Indian street dogs were further marginalized during colonial India. However, option 4 specifically addresses the introduction of the term "stray" into Indian law by the British, which is a crucial aspect emphasized in the passage.
• Therefore, the correct answer is "By being labelled as "illegitimate" through the introduction of the term "stray" into Indian law by the British."

The logic followed here is:

'Cake ', 'Pastry ', and 'Tart' are all desserts.

whereas,

The 'Soup' is not a dessert.

Hence, the correct answer is "Soup".

Given:
The SP of an article = Rs. 450

Gain = 25%

Discount =  

Formula used:

MP = [(100 + Gain%)/(100 – Discount%) × CP]

Calculation:
CP = 450 × 100/125 = 360
SP after discount:
⇒ 450 × 5/6 = 375
Gain% = (375 - 360)/360 × 100 = 4.17%
The answer is 4.17%.

The meanings of the given words:

• Economical- Giving good value or return in relation to the money, time, or effort expended.
• Miserly - A person who hoards wealth and spends as little money as possible.
• Extravagant - Lacking restraint in spending money or using resources.
• Greedy - ​​Having an excessive desire or appetite for food.

​​​​​​​The given word 'Frugal' means sparing or economical with regard to money or food.

From the given options, the most appropriate antonym for the given word must be 'Extravagant'. ​​​

We know that 7 Aug 2016 is the first Sunday of August in 2016.

A year has 365 days, i.e., 52 weeks and 1 day. So, the first Sunday in August will advance by one day in the next year.

6th August 2017 will be the first Sunday. It will be Monday on 7 August 2017. (29 days of February

does not matter here as the February month of 2016 had already passed before August.)

Similarly, in 2018 7 August will be Tuesday.

In 2019, 7 August will be Wednesday.

Now, in 2020 7 August will be Friday, as 2020 is a leap year.

In 2021, 7 August will be Saturday.

In 2022, 7 August will be Sunday.

For changing km/hr into m/sec we multiply by 5/18.

निम्नलिखित में कपास-कपाट युग्म सुमेलित नहीं है। कपास का तत्सम शब्द कर्पास होता है। ओझा का तत्सम शब्द उपाध्याय है। केला का तत्सम शब्द कदली है तथा पसीना का तत्सम शब्द प्रस्वित्र है।

The meanings of the words are as follows-

Articulate: to be able to express ideas clearly and effectively in speech or writing.

Distinct: something that is clear and well defined.

Dominate: to put someone else down by power.

Helper: a person who helps people.

Unsteady: something which is not firm and keeps changing.

Given:

Speed of Prameet is 25 km/hr

Speed of Rohit is 35 km/hr

The relative speed of Prameet and Rohit would be

⇒ (25 + 35) = 60 km/hr

Thus, the distance covered in 15 mins = 60 ×  = 15 km

So, the correct answer is "15 km".

दो समान शब्दों के मध्य लगाया जाने वाला चिन्ह 'योजक चिह्न (-)' है। दो शब्दों को जोड़ने के लिए प्रयुक्त विराम चिह्न 'योजक चिह्न (-)' कहलाता है। व्याकरण में वह चिन्ह (-) जो शब्दों, पदों, उपवाक्यों आदि को जोड़ता है, योजक चिन्ह कहलाता है।

उदाहरण के लिए, लाभ-हानि, लेनी-देनी आदि।

Communication plays a vital role in our lives. (Assertion A).

We cannot engage in any social activity without communication as any kind of interaction involves communication whether verbal or non-verbal. It is a cooperative process involving two parties, one who transmits and one who receives the message. (Reason R)

The purpose of communication is the exchange of information to bring about the commonness of purpose, interest, and efforts.

We know that a measure of the complete angle of the clock is 360^o

From the figure, we can say that angle at hour = (7/12) × 360^o = 210^o Then, angle at minute= 360^o – 210^o  = 150^o

विकल्प 'तार्किक, स्वाभाविक, साहित्यिक' में 'इक' प्रत्यय का प्रयोग हुआ है और 'अभिव्यक्ति' में 'अभि' उपसर्ग का प्रयोग हुआ है।

H (Pink) > B (Black) > E (Yellow) > C (Blue) > G (Green) > A (White) >F (Red) > D (Grey)

In a classroom, a communicator’s trust level is determined by eye contact. It brings out the confidence in the person to ask or present his/her opinions in a much better way.

Question-wise order of scoring marks,

Mita < Sita < Geeta............(i)

Gita < Seema............(ii)

Veena < Mita............(iii)

From the above three equations-

Veena < Meeta < Sita < Geeta < Seema

It is clear that the third place belongs to Sita.

अकर्मक क्रिया के साथ भाव वाच्य बनता है।

अकर्मक क्रिया वाले वाक्यों में कर्ता की प्रधानता न होकर भाव की प्रधानता होती है। उसे भाववाच्य कहते हैं। 

Given equation: 682 × 36 ÷ 6 × 12 - 36 + 42 = 49098
Let’s check each option,
1) On interchanging + and - :
682 × 36 ÷ 6 × 12 + 36 - 42
= 682 × 6 × 12 + 36 - 42
= 49104 + 36 - 42
= 49098

2) On interchanging ÷ and × :
682 ÷ 36 × 6 ÷ 12 - 36 + 42
= 18 . 94 × 0 . 5 - 36 + 42
= 9 . 47 - 36 + 42
= 15 . 47

3) On interchanging - and ÷ :
682 × 36 - 6 × 12 ÷ 36 + 42
= 682 × 36 - 6 × 0 . 33 + 42
= 24552 - 1 . 99 + 42
= 24592 . 01

4) On interchanging × and + :
682 + 36 ÷ 6 + 12 - 36 × 42
= 682 + 6 + 12 - 36 × 42
= 682 + 6 + 12 - 1512
= - 812
Thus, by using option (A), we will get the correct answer.

किताबों को मेंज पर ही रहने दो - शुद्ध वाक्य है, अन्य वाक्य शुद्ध नहीं है।

"दरवाजों में कीड़े पड़ गए हैं।" का शुद्ध वाक्य :- "दरवाजों में कीड़े लग गए हैं।" : शब्द सम्बन्धित अशुद्धि

"आग की लपटों में घर लहलहा उठा।" का शुद्ध वाक्य :- आग की लपटों से घर जल गया। : शब्द सम्बन्धित अशुद्ध

"इधर ठंड़ी बर्फ मिलती है।" का शुद्ध वाक्य :- इधर बर्फ मिलती है। : अनावश्यक संज्ञा पद के प्रयोग सम्बन्धित अशुद्धि (क्योंकि बर्फ ठंडी ही होती है) 

Modern Indian literature is an elective course as it is giving exposure to study some other area, beyond his field of study.