General Tests: Mock Test - 3 - CUET Commerce MCQ

The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) system crossed a significant milestone in March 2025, recording 19.78 billion transactions in volume for that month alone. For the financial year 2025 (FY25), UPI transactions reached 185.85 billion in volume, marking a 42% increase from the 131.14 billion transactions in FY24.

India ranks 24th out of 33 countries in the Future of Free Speech survey, indicating a concerning state of free speech protections in the country. This position highlights the challenges faced, particularly regarding the limitations on criticism of government policies, which is notably high among Indian respondents. The survey underscores the discrepancy between public support for free speech and the actual protections available.

The Calcutta High Court ruled the OBC list illegal in May 2024, citing that the inclusion of communities was based on improper religious criteria. This ruling reflects ongoing debates about the criteria used for defining backward classes in India, emphasizing the need for a clear and fair basis that does not rely solely on religion. An interesting fact is that this decision has significant implications for the political landscape in West Bengal, as it challenges how different communities are classified and the benefits they receive.

The Astra missile was successfully test launched off the coast of Chandipur, Odisha. This location is known for its defense testing facilities and has been utilized for various missile tests by the Indian defense forces. The successful launch not only demonstrates the missile's capabilities but also highlights the ongoing efforts to enhance India's indigenous defense systems.

The joint military exercise Cyclone 2025 primarily aims at enhancing military cooperation in desert environments, specifically focusing on the operational readiness of special forces from both countries. This exercise includes training in counter-terrorism, reconnaissance, and specialized military missions, all of which are critical for effective operations in challenging terrains like deserts. An interesting fact about such exercises is that they not only improve tactical skills but also foster stronger diplomatic ties between the participating nations.

The primary purpose of the DRRAF report is to enhance the resilience of the telecommunications sector against disasters. By identifying vulnerabilities and developing strategies, the report aims to strengthen telecom infrastructure to withstand natural disasters, thereby ensuring effective disaster management and economic stability. An interesting fact is that robust telecom infrastructure is crucial for emergency communications, which can save lives during disasters.

P + R = 7,85,000
(R has more population than P) R – P = 265000
P = 5,25,000 ; R = 2,60,000
Urban population of City P and R = 3/10 * 5,25,000 + 5/13 * 2,60,000 = 257500
% = (257500 / 785000)*100 = 32%

Using Statement I : No value is given, thus it is insufficient.

Using Statement II :
x₂ – 9x + 20 = 0
(x – 4) (x – 5) = 0
x = 4, 5
p + 1 = 4 and 2q = 5
p = 3, q = 5/2
p + 1 = 5 and 2q = 4
p = 4 and q = 2
Multiple values are possible.
So, statement II alone is not sufficient.

Using both Statement I and II :
p + 1 = 4 and 2q = 5

p + 1 = 5 and 2q = 4
p = 4 and q = 2 (not possible)

So, both the statements are together necessary.
Hence, option D is correct.

∵ In 2/3h, 1 article is made.
∴ In 1h, 3/2 article are made.
∴ In 7¹/2 = 15/2h, 3/2 x 15/2 = 45/4 article are made.
∴ Required articles = 45/4 = 11²/4

The percentages of candidates qualified to candidates appeared from State P during different years are:

∴ Maximum percentage is for the year 2001.

1076 → 1076 is completely divisible by 4.
1675 → 1675 is not completely divisible by 4.
1354 → 1354 is not completely divisible by 4.
1998 → 1998 is not completely divisible by 4.

Therefore, 1076 is a leap year.
Hence, ‘1076’ is the correct answer.

A is the mother of B, B is the brother of C and C is the daughter of D. Hence, D is the father.

This alternating addition series begins with 3.
► Then 1 is added to give 4,
► Then 3 is added to give 7,
► Then 1 is added to give 8,
► Then 3 is added to give 11,
► Then 1 is added to give 12,
► Then 3 is added to give 15.

1) Lion → Champion → can't be formed

2) Man → Champion → can be formed

3) Hand → Champion → can't be formed

4) Pen → Champion → can't be formed

Hence, Man can be formed by Champion.

Latter is the original form of the former.

Clearly, there should be some norms regarding the number of ministers in the Government as more number of ministers would unnecessarily add to the Government expenditure. o, argument II holds strong. Also, giving liberty to the party in power could promote extension of unreasonable favour to some people at the cost of government funds. So, argument I does not hold.

‘Global Collaboration Advanced Vaccinology Training’ meeting was recently held in Geneva. In the meeting, the need for a basic vaccinology training module for healthcare personnel across the world was discussed.
India was represented by Dr N.K. Arora, head of the Covid-19 working group in the National Immunization Technical Advisory Group (NTAGI). The Group makes vaccine recommendations on the basis of disease burden, efficacy and cost effectiveness.

United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) recently released the ‘State of World Population: Seeing the Unseen: The case for action in the neglected crisis of unintended pregnancy’ Report.
As per the report, nearly half of all pregnancies, totalling 121 million each year throughout the world, are unintended. Globally, an estimated 257 million women who want to avoid pregnancy are not using safe and modern methods of contraception.

Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav launched “Prakriti”, mascot that spreads awareness about small changes in life that can curb plastic pollution.
It also highlights various green initiatives taken by Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change and Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) to ensure effective Plastic Waste Management (PWM) in the country.

The Chief Justice of India N.V. Ramana launched digital platform ‘Fast and Secured Transmission of Electronic Records’ (FASTER).The platform would be used by court officials to instantly send e-copies of orders to intended parties through a secured electronic communication channel.

SEBI Chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch launched the ‘Manthan’, a six-week long ideathon, in association with various institutions including BSE, NSE, NSDL, CDSL, KFintech, CAMS, LinkInTime and MCX.
It will facilitate the creation of a set of ideas and innovative solutions related to the securities market in India.

The government has launched a new broadcast services website to ensure faster filing and processing of applications for broadcast licenses, permissions and registrations.
The ‘Broadcast Seva Portal’ will help satellite TV channels, teleport operators, MSOs, community radio stations (CRS) and private FM channels. It is also used for tracking applications, calculating fees and making payments.

Sweden has launched a pilot project to reduce the carbon emissions involved in steel production by switching some of that process from burning coking coal to burning hydrogen.
HYBRIT or Hydrogen Breakthrough Iron-making Technology – is a joint venture between steel giant SSAB, mining company LKAB and Swedish state-owned power firm Vattenfall. As per World Steel Association, every metric ton of steel produced emitted twice that much carbon dioxide.

US President Joe Biden signed the “Emmett Till Anti-lynching Act” into law, as he made lynching a federal hate crime.
As many as 4,743 persons were lynched between 1882 and 1968, with 3,446 of them being Black. This act was named after the murder of a 14-year-old Black boy from Chicago by a group of White men in Mississippi in 1955 as he was alleged to have whistled at a White woman.

Viktor Orban, Hungary’s nationalist Prime Minister has been elected again for the successive fourth term.
The 58-year old pro-Putin leader has been heading the country since 2010. He is also the country’s longest-serving leader since the fall of communism in 1989. In the latest elections, his Fidesz party was set to control 135 seats of the 199-seat Parliament.

Unconventional Method:

Let's assume actual value of article is Rs. 100.

Therefore, buying price is 100-20 = Rs. 80 (As man bought with 20% less than actual value). Selling price of article is 100 + 20 = Rs. 120 (As man sold with 20% more than actual value). Therefore, gain in percentage = [(120-80)/80] * 100 = (40/80) * 100 = 50 %

Hence, option (a) is correct

Formula Method:

Let the original price of the article be 'x'.

Buying price will be (80/100)x = 0.8x.

Selling price will be (120/100)x = 1.2x Therefore, Gain % = [(1.2x - 0.8x) / 0.8x] * 100 = (0.4x / 0.8x) * 100 = 50%

Since profit is divided among A and B is 2:3, their investment also remains in the same ratio 2:3.

Let amount invested by B be x.

Then, 40000/x = 2/3 Or x= 60000

Purchase price = Rs ( 8748/(1- 10/100)³

= Rs. [8748 * (10/9) * (10/9 )* (10/9)]

= Rs.12000

Let the given number be : x

It is given that x/2 - x/3 = 6

Or x/6 =6 or x =36

Therefore, sum of the digits 3+6 = 9

Using Correct Symbols, we have

Given expression = 40 / 4 + 5 x 2 - 6 = 10 + 10 - 6 = 14