CLAT - Past Year Paper 2009 | 200 Questions MCQ Test CLAT Past Year Papers (2008-2021) CLAT

QUESTION: 1

Instruction: Read the given passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.

There is a fairly universal sentiment that the use of nuclear weapons is clearly contrary to morality and that its production probably so, does not go far enough. These activities are not only opposed to morality but also to law if the legal objection can be added to the moral, the argument against the use and the manufacture of these weapons will considerably be reinforced. Now the time is ripe to evaluate the responsibility of scientists who knowingly use their expertise for the construction of such weapons, which has deleterious effect on mankind.

To this must be added the fact that more than 50 percent of the skilled scientific manpower in the world is now engaged in the armaments industry. How appropriate it is that all this valuable skill should be devoted to the manufacture of weapons of death in a world of poverty is a question that must touch the scientific conscience.

A meeting of biologists on the Long-Term Worldwide Biological consequences of nuclear war added frightening dimension to those forecasts. Its report suggested that the long biological effects resulting from climatic changes may at least be as serious as the immediate ones. Sub-freezing temperatures, low light levels, and high doses of ionizing and ultraviolet radiation extending for many months after a large-scale nuclear war could destroy the biological support system of civilization, at least in the Northern Hemisphere. Productivity in natural and agricultural ecosystems could be severely restricted for a year or more. Post war survivors would face starvation as well as freezing conditions in the dark and be exposed to near lethal doses of radiation. If, as now seems possible, the, Southern Hemisphere were affected also, global disruption of the biosphere could ensue. In any event, there would be severe consequences, even in the areas not affected directly, because of the inter-dependence of the world economy. In either case the extinction of a large fraction of the earth’s animals, plants and microorganism seems possible. The population size of Homo sapiens conceivably could be reduced to prehistoric levels or below, and extinction of the human species itself cannot be excluded.

Q. Choose the word, which is most opposite in meaning of the word, printed in bold as used in the passage Deleterious.

A.
Beneficial
B.
Harmful
C.
Irreparable
D.
Non-cognizable

Solution:

QUESTION: 2

Instruction: Read the given passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.

There is a fairly universal sentiment that the use of nuclear weapons is clearly contrary to morality and that its production probably so, does not go far enough. These activities are not only opposed to morality but also to law if the legal objection can be added to the moral, the argument against the use and the manufacture of these weapons will considerably be reinforced. Now the time is ripe to evaluate the responsibility of scientists who knowingly use their expertise for the construction of such weapons, which has deleterious effect on mankind.

To this must be added the fact that more than 50 percent of the skilled scientific manpower in the world is now engaged in the armaments industry. How appropriate it is that all this valuable skill should be devoted to the manufacture of weapons of death in a world of poverty is a question that must touch the scientific conscience.

A meeting of biologists on the Long-Term Worldwide Biological consequences of nuclear war added frightening dimension to those forecasts. Its report suggested that the long biological effects resulting from climatic changes may at least be as serious as the immediate ones. Sub-freezing temperatures, low light levels, and high doses of ionizing and ultraviolet radiation extending for many months after a large-scale nuclear war could destroy the biological support system of civilization, at least in the Northern Hemisphere. Productivity in natural and agricultural ecosystems could be severely restricted for a year or more. Post war survivors would face starvation as well as freezing conditions in the dark and be exposed to near lethal doses of radiation. If, as now seems possible, the, Southern Hemisphere were affected also, global disruption of the biosphere could ensue. In any event, there would be severe consequences, even in the areas not affected directly, because of the inter-dependence of the world economy. In either case the extinction of a large fraction of the earth’s animals, plants and microorganism seems possible. The population size of Homo sapiens conceivably could be reduced to prehistoric levels or below, and extinction of the human species itself cannot be excluded.

Q. The author’s most important objective of writing the above passage seems to — —-

A.
Highlight the use of nuclear weapons as an effective population control measures.
B.
Illustrate the devastating effects of use of nuclear weapons on mankind.
C.
Duly highlight the supremacy of’ the nations which possess nuclear weapons.
D.
Summarise the long biological effects of use of nuclear weapons.

Solution:

QUESTION: 3

Instruction: Read the given passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.

There is a fairly universal sentiment that the use of nuclear weapons is clearly contrary to morality and that its production probably so, does not go far enough. These activities are not only opposed to morality but also to law if the legal objection can be added to the moral, the argument against the use and the manufacture of these weapons will considerably be reinforced. Now the time is ripe to evaluate the responsibility of scientists who knowingly use their expertise for the construction of such weapons, which has deleterious effect on mankind.

To this must be added the fact that more than 50 percent of the skilled scientific manpower in the world is now engaged in the armaments industry. How appropriate it is that all this valuable skill should be devoted to the manufacture of weapons of death in a world of poverty is a question that must touch the scientific conscience.

A meeting of biologists on the Long-Term Worldwide Biological consequences of nuclear war added frightening dimension to those forecasts. Its report suggested that the long biological effects resulting from climatic changes may at least be as serious as the immediate ones. Sub-freezing temperatures, low light levels, and high doses of ionizing and ultraviolet radiation extending for many months after a large-scale nuclear war could destroy the biological support system of civilization, at least in the Northern Hemisphere. Productivity in natural and agricultural ecosystems could be severely restricted for a year or more. Post war survivors would face starvation as well as freezing conditions in the dark and be exposed to near lethal doses of radiation. If, as now seems possible, the, Southern Hemisphere were affected also, global disruption of the biosphere could ensue. In any event, there would be severe consequences, even in the areas not affected directly, because of the inter-dependence of the world economy. In either case the extinction of a large fraction of the earth’s animals, plants and microorganism seems possible. The population size of Homo sapiens conceivably could be reduced to prehistoric levels or below, and extinction of the human species itself cannot be excluded.

Q. The scientists engaged in manufacturing destructive weapons are ———-.

A.
Very few in number
B.
Irresponsible and incompetent
C.
More than half of the total number
D.
Engaged in the armaments industry against their desire

Solution:

QUESTION: 4

Instruction: Read the given passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.

There is a fairly universal sentiment that the use of nuclear weapons is clearly contrary to morality and that its production probably so, does not go far enough. These activities are not only opposed to morality but also to law if the legal objection can be added to the moral, the argument against the use and the manufacture of these weapons will considerably be reinforced. Now the time is ripe to evaluate the responsibility of scientists who knowingly use their expertise for the construction of such weapons, which has deleterious effect on mankind.

To this must be added the fact that more than 50 percent of the skilled scientific manpower in the world is now engaged in the armaments industry. How appropriate it is that all this valuable skill should be devoted to the manufacture of weapons of death in a world of poverty is a question that must touch the scientific conscience.

A meeting of biologists on the Long-Term Worldwide Biological consequences of nuclear war added frightening dimension to those forecasts. Its report suggested that the long biological effects resulting from climatic changes may at least be as serious as the immediate ones. Sub-freezing temperatures, low light levels, and high doses of ionizing and ultraviolet radiation extending for many months after a large-scale nuclear war could destroy the biological support system of civilization, at least in the Northern Hemisphere. Productivity in natural and agricultural ecosystems could be severely restricted for a year or more. Post war survivors would face starvation as well as freezing conditions in the dark and be exposed to near lethal doses of radiation. If, as now seems possible, the, Southern Hemisphere were affected also, global disruption of the biosphere could ensue. In any event, there would be severe consequences, even in the areas not affected directly, because of the inter-dependence of the world economy. In either case the extinction of a large fraction of the earth’s animals, plants and microorganism seems possible. The population size of Homo sapiens conceivably could be reduced to prehistoric levels or below, and extinction of the human species itself cannot be excluded.

Q. According [o the passage, the argument on use and manufacture of nuclear weapons

A.
Does not stand the test of legality
B.
Possesses legal strength although it does not have moral standing
C.
Is acceptable only on moral grounds
D.
Becomes stronger if legal and moral considerations are combined

Solution:

The correct answer is A as legally According [o the passage, the argument on use and manufacture of nuclear weapon Does not stand the test of legality.

QUESTION: 5

Instruction: Read the given passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.

There is a fairly universal sentiment that the use of nuclear weapons is clearly contrary to morality and that its production probably so, does not go far enough. These activities are not only opposed to morality but also to law if the legal objection can be added to the moral, the argument against the use and the manufacture of these weapons will considerably be reinforced. Now the time is ripe to evaluate the responsibility of scientists who knowingly use their expertise for the construction of such weapons, which has deleterious effect on mankind.

To this must be added the fact that more than 50 percent of the skilled scientific manpower in the world is now engaged in the armaments industry. How appropriate it is that all this valuable skill should be devoted to the manufacture of weapons of death in a world of poverty is a question that must touch the scientific conscience.

A meeting of biologists on the Long-Term Worldwide Biological consequences of nuclear war added frightening dimension to those forecasts. Its report suggested that the long biological effects resulting from climatic changes may at least be as serious as the immediate ones. Sub-freezing temperatures, low light levels, and high doses of ionizing and ultraviolet radiation extending for many months after a large-scale nuclear war could destroy the biological support system of civilization, at least in the Northern Hemisphere. Productivity in natural and agricultural ecosystems could be severely restricted for a year or more. Post war survivors would face starvation as well as freezing conditions in the dark and be exposed to near lethal doses of radiation. If, as now seems possible, the, Southern Hemisphere were affected also, global disruption of the biosphere could ensue. In any event, there would be severe consequences, even in the areas not affected directly, because of the inter-dependence of the world economy. In either case the extinction of a large fraction of the earth’s animals, plants and microorganism seems possible. The population size of Homo sapiens conceivably could be reduced to prehistoric levels or below, and extinction of the human species itself cannot be excluded.

Q. The author of the passage seems to be of the view that

A.
Utilization of scientific skills in manufacture of weapons is appropriate.
B.
Manufacture of weapons of death would help eradication of poverty.
C.
Spending money on manufacture of weapons may be justifiable subject to the availability of funds.
D.
Utilization of valuable knowledge for manufacture of lethal weapons is inhuman,

Solution:

The correct option is D as How appropriate it is that all this valuable skill should be devoted to the manufacture of weapons of death in a world of poverty is a question that must touch the scientific conscience. so spending money on manufacture of weapons is not justifiable. so, option c incorrect

QUESTION: 6

Instruction: Read the given passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.

There is a fairly universal sentiment that the use of nuclear weapons is clearly contrary to morality and that its production probably so, does not go far enough. These activities are not only opposed to morality but also to law if the legal objection can be added to the moral, the argument against the use and the manufacture of these weapons will considerably be reinforced. Now the time is ripe to evaluate the responsibility of scientists who knowingly use their expertise for the construction of such weapons, which has deleterious effect on mankind.

To this must be added the fact that more than 50 percent of the skilled scientific manpower in the world is now engaged in the armaments industry. How appropriate it is that all this valuable skill should be devoted to the manufacture of weapons of death in a world of poverty is a question that must touch the scientific conscience.

A meeting of biologists on the Long-Term Worldwide Biological consequences of nuclear war added frightening dimension to those forecasts. Its report suggested that the long biological effects resulting from climatic changes may at least be as serious as the immediate ones. Sub-freezing temperatures, low light levels, and high doses of ionizing and ultraviolet radiation extending for many months after a large-scale nuclear war could destroy the biological support system of civilization, at least in the Northern Hemisphere. Productivity in natural and agricultural ecosystems could be severely restricted for a year or more. Post war survivors would face starvation as well as freezing conditions in the dark and be exposed to near lethal doses of radiation. If, as now seems possible, the, Southern Hemisphere were affected also, global disruption of the biosphere could ensue. In any event, there would be severe consequences, even in the areas not affected directly, because of the inter-dependence of the world economy. In either case the extinction of a large fraction of the earth’s animals, plants and microorganism seems possible. The population size of Homo sapiens conceivably could be reduced to prehistoric levels or below, and extinction of the human species itself cannot be excluded.

Q. Which of the following is one of the consequences of nuclear war?

A.
Fertility of land will last for a year or so.
B.
Post-war survivors being very few will have abundant food.
C.
Lights would be cooler and more comfortable.
D.
Southern Hemisphere would remain quite safe in the post-war period.

Solution:

The correct option is A.
From the following lines from the passage it is clear ‘Productivity in natural and agricultural ecosystems could be severely restricted for a year or more’.

QUESTION: 7

Instruction: Read the given passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.

There is a fairly universal sentiment that the use of nuclear weapons is clearly contrary to morality and that its production probably so, does not go far enough. These activities are not only opposed to morality but also to law if the legal objection can be added to the moral, the argument against the use and the manufacture of these weapons will considerably be reinforced. Now the time is ripe to evaluate the responsibility of scientists who knowingly use their expertise for the construction of such weapons, which has deleterious effect on mankind.

To this must be added the fact that more than 50 percent of the skilled scientific manpower in the world is now engaged in the armaments industry. How appropriate it is that all this valuable skill should be devoted to the manufacture of weapons of death in a world of poverty is a question that must touch the scientific conscience.

A meeting of biologists on the Long-Term Worldwide Biological consequences of nuclear war added frightening dimension to those forecasts. Its report suggested that the long biological effects resulting from climatic changes may at least be as serious as the immediate ones. Sub-freezing temperatures, low light levels, and high doses of ionizing and ultraviolet radiation extending for many months after a large-scale nuclear war could destroy the biological support system of civilization, at least in the Northern Hemisphere. Productivity in natural and agricultural ecosystems could be severely restricted for a year or more. Post war survivors would face starvation as well as freezing conditions in the dark and be exposed to near lethal doses of radiation. If, as now seems possible, the, Southern Hemisphere were affected also, global disruption of the biosphere could ensue. In any event, there would be severe consequences, even in the areas not affected directly, because of the inter-dependence of the world economy. In either case the extinction of a large fraction of the earth’s animals, plants and microorganism seems possible. The population size of Homo sapiens conceivably could be reduced to prehistoric levels or below, and extinction of the human species itself cannot be excluded.

Q. Which of the following best explains the word devoted, as used in the passage?

A.
Dedicated for a good cause
B.
Utilised for betterment
C.
Abused for destruction
D.
Underutilised

Solution:

QUESTION: 8

Instruction: Read the given passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.

There is a fairly universal sentiment that the use of nuclear weapons is clearly contrary to morality and that its production probably so, does not go far enough. These activities are not only opposed to morality but also to law if the legal objection can be added to the moral, the argument against the use and the manufacture of these weapons will considerably be reinforced. Now the time is ripe to evaluate the responsibility of scientists who knowingly use their expertise for the construction of such weapons, which has deleterious effect on mankind.

To this must be added the fact that more than 50 percent of the skilled scientific manpower in the world is now engaged in the armaments industry. How appropriate it is that all this valuable skill should be devoted to the manufacture of weapons of death in a world of poverty is a question that must touch the scientific conscience.

A meeting of biologists on the Long-Term Worldwide Biological consequences of nuclear war added frightening dimension to those forecasts. Its report suggested that the long biological effects resulting from climatic changes may at least be as serious as the immediate ones. Sub-freezing temperatures, low light levels, and high doses of ionizing and ultraviolet radiation extending for many months after a large-scale nuclear war could destroy the biological support system of civilization, at least in the Northern Hemisphere. Productivity in natural and agricultural ecosystems could be severely restricted for a year or more. Post war survivors would face starvation as well as freezing conditions in the dark and be exposed to near lethal doses of radiation. If, as now seems possible, the, Southern Hemisphere were affected also, global disruption of the biosphere could ensue. In any event, there would be severe consequences, even in the areas not affected directly, because of the inter-dependence of the world economy. In either case the extinction of a large fraction of the earth’s animals, plants and microorganism seems possible. The population size of Homo sapiens conceivably could be reduced to prehistoric levels or below, and extinction of the human species itself cannot be excluded.

Q. The biological consequences of nuclear war as given in the passage include all the following, except

A.
Fall in temperature below zero degree Celsius
B.
Ultraviolet radiation
C.
High dose of ionizing
D.
Abundant food for smaller population.

Solution:

The correct answer is D as the the author has talked about all the consequences given in options except Abundant food for smaller population.

QUESTION: 9

Instruction: Read the given passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.

There is a fairly universal sentiment that the use of nuclear weapons is clearly contrary to morality and that its production probably so, does not go far enough. These activities are not only opposed to morality but also to law if the legal objection can be added to the moral, the argument against the use and the manufacture of these weapons will considerably be reinforced. Now the time is ripe to evaluate the responsibility of scientists who knowingly use their expertise for the construction of such weapons, which has deleterious effect on mankind.

To this must be added the fact that more than 50 percent of the skilled scientific manpower in the world is now engaged in the armaments industry. How appropriate it is that all this valuable skill should be devoted to the manufacture of weapons of death in a world of poverty is a question that must touch the scientific conscience.

A meeting of biologists on the Long-Term Worldwide Biological consequences of nuclear war added frightening dimension to those forecasts. Its report suggested that the long biological effects resulting from climatic changes may at least be as serious as the immediate ones. Sub-freezing temperatures, low light levels, and high doses of ionizing and ultraviolet radiation extending for many months after a large-scale nuclear war could destroy the biological support system of civilization, at least in the Northern Hemisphere. Productivity in natural and agricultural ecosystems could be severely restricted for a year or more. Post war survivors would face starvation as well as freezing conditions in the dark and be exposed to near lethal doses of radiation. If, as now seems possible, the, Southern Hemisphere were affected also, global disruption of the biosphere could ensue. In any event, there would be severe consequences, even in the areas not affected directly, because of the inter-dependence of the world economy. In either case the extinction of a large fraction of the earth’s animals, plants and microorganism seems possible. The population size of Homo sapiens conceivably could be reduced to prehistoric levels or below, and extinction of the human species itself cannot be excluded.

Q. It appears from the passage that the use of nuclear weapons is considered against morality by

A.
Only such of those nations who cannot afford to manufacture and sell weapons
B.
Almost all the nations of the world
C.
Only the superpowers who can afford to manufacture and sell weapons
D.
Most of the scientists devote their valuable skills to manufacture nuclear weapons.

Solution:

The correct answer is B as according to the passage as anyone who indulge in nuclear war is against morality

QUESTION: 10

Instruction: Read the given passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.

There is a fairly universal sentiment that the use of nuclear weapons is clearly contrary to morality and that its production probably so, does not go far enough. These activities are not only opposed to morality but also to law if the legal objection can be added to the moral, the argument against the use and the manufacture of these weapons will considerably be reinforced. Now the time is ripe to evaluate the responsibility of scientists who knowingly use their expertise for the construction of such weapons, which has deleterious effect on mankind.

To this must be added the fact that more than 50 percent of the skilled scientific manpower in the world is now engaged in the armaments industry. How appropriate it is that all this valuable skill should be devoted to the manufacture of weapons of death in a world of poverty is a question that must touch the scientific conscience.

A meeting of biologists on the Long-Term Worldwide Biological consequences of nuclear war added frightening dimension to those forecasts. Its report suggested that the long biological effects resulting from climatic changes may at least be as serious as the immediate ones. Sub-freezing temperatures, low light levels, and high doses of ionizing and ultraviolet radiation extending for many months after a large-scale nuclear war could destroy the biological support system of civilization, at least in the Northern Hemisphere. Productivity in natural and agricultural ecosystems could be severely restricted for a year or more. Post war survivors would face starvation as well as freezing conditions in the dark and be exposed to near lethal doses of radiation. If, as now seems possible, the, Southern Hemisphere were affected also, global disruption of the biosphere could ensue. In any event, there would be severe consequences, even in the areas not affected directly, because of the inter-dependence of the world economy. In either case the extinction of a large fraction of the earth’s animals, plants and microorganism seems possible. The population size of Homo sapiens conceivably could be reduced to prehistoric levels or below, and extinction of the human species itself cannot be excluded.

Q. Which of the following statements I, II, III and IV is definitely true in the context of the passage?

(I) There is every likelihood of survival of the human species as a consequence of nuclear war.

(II) Nuclear war risks and harmful effects are highly exaggerated.

(III) The post war survivors would be exposed to the benefits of non-lethal radiation.

(IV) Living organisms in the areas which we not directly affected by nuclear was would also suffer.

A.
I
B.
III
C.
II
D.
IV

Solution:

The correct answer is D as with context to the passage in the second para it is mentioned that Living organisms in the areas which we not directly affected by nuclear was would also suffer.

QUESTION: 11

Three of the four words given in these questions are spelt wrong.

A.
renaissance
B.
renaisance
C.
renaissence
D.
renaisence

Solution:

The correct option is A.
Renaissance is a French word meaning “rebirth.” It refers to a period in European civilization that was marked by a revival of Classical learning and wisdom.

QUESTION: 12

Three of the four words given in these questions are spelt wrong.

A.
malaese
B.
melaize
C.
melaise
D.
malaise

Solution:

The correct option is D.
Malaise refers to an overall feeling of discomfort and lack of well-being. Fatigue is extreme tiredness and lack of energy or motivation for everyday activities.

QUESTION: 13

Three of the four words given in these questions are spelt wrong.

A.
irelevant
B.
irrelevent
C.
irrelevant
D.
irrellevant

Solution:

The correct option is C.
regardless, which means “without concern as to advice, warning, or hardship,” or “heedless.”

QUESTION: 14

Three of the four words given in these questions are spelt wrong.

A.
survilance
B.
surveillance
C.
surveilance
D.
surveilliancc

Solution:

QUESTION: 15

Three of the four words given in these questions are spelt wrong.

A.
gaiety
B.
gaietty
C.
gaeity
D.
gaitty

Solution:

The correct option is A.
gaiety definition:
1. happiness and excitement: 2. happiness and excitement: 3. happiness and excitement

QUESTION: 16

Instructions: Given below are a few foreign language phrases that are commonly used.

Q. Mala fide

A.
in good faith
B.
in bad faith
C.
without any faith
D.
with full faith

Solution:

The correct option is B.
Mala fide means in bad faith; with intent to deceive.

QUESTION: 17

Instructions: Given below are a few foreign language phrases that are commonly used.

Q. Pro rata

A.
at the rate of
B.
at quoted rate
C.
in proportion
D.
beyond all proportion

Solution:

The correct answer is D as Pro rata is the latin for 'proportionally' or a 'proportion of' . therefore option D is correct.

QUESTION: 18

Instructions: Given below are a few foreign language phrases that are commonly used.

Q. Vice versa

A.
in verse
B.
the other way round
C.
in consonance with
D.
versatile verse

Solution:

QUESTION: 19

Instructions: Given below are a few foreign language phrases that are commonly used.

Q. Ab initio

A.
from the very beginning
B.
high initiative
C.
things done later
D.
without initiative

Solution:

The correct answer is A as Ab initio means from the very beginning.

QUESTION: 20

Instructions: Given below are a few foreign language phrases that are commonly used.

Q. Alibi

A.
every where
B.
else where
C.
no where
D.
without any excuse

Solution:

The correct answer is B as word alibi means else where .

QUESTION: 21

Instructions: Some idioms given below are commonly used.

Q. To give the game away

A.
To lose the game
B.
To give a walk-over in a game
C.
To reveal the secret
D.
To play the game badly

Solution:

The correct answer is C as the phrase means to reveal something which someone had been trying to keep secret.

QUESTION: 22

Instructions: Some idioms given below are commonly used.

Q. To cool one’s heels

A.
To Close the Chapter
B.
To walk on the heels
C.
To kick someone with the heels
D.
To wait and rest for some time

Solution:

The correct answer is D as To cool one’s heels
Means to wait and keep waiting and take rest for time.

QUESTION: 23

Instructions: Some idioms given below are commonly used.

Q. To bury the hatchet

A.
To light with the hatchet
B.
To forget the enmity
C.
To bury the treasure underground
D.
To pick up enmity

Solution:

The correct option is B.
bury the hatchet
Meaning: make peace; end a quarrel, settle one's differences to become friends again.

QUESTION: 24

Instructions: Some idioms given below are commonly used.

Q. Gift of the gab

A.
Gift for hard work
B.
Gift undeserved
C.
Gift of being a good conversationalist
D.
Gift from unknown person

Solution: Becoming a good conversationalist requires having a certain set of skills in your communication toolbox. Some people have the gift of gab, and can talk to anyone about anything. And some people struggle to make small talk. That gives the other person something to work with, creating a more stimulating conversation.”

QUESTION: 25

Instructions: Some idioms given below are commonly used.

Q. To smell a rat

A.
To suspect a trick
B.
To detect a foul smell
C.
To behave like a rat
D.
To trust blindly

Solution:

The correct answer is A as to smell a rat means to become suspicious that something in a given situation is not quite right or to suspect a trick being applied.

QUESTION: 26

Instructions: Given below are sentences with a blank in each sentence. Choose the right answer.

Q. Some people believe that in emotional maturity men are inferior ………women.

A.
Than
B.
To
C.
From
D.
Against

Solution:

The correct answer is B as The adjective ending with -ior (ex - prior , junior , senior , inferior , superior) take "to" after them.

QUESTION: 27

Instructions: Given below are sentences with a blank in each sentence. Choose the right answer.

Q. My father was annoyed …………… me.

A.
Towards
B.
Against
C.
Upon
D.
With

Solution:

QUESTION: 28

Instructions: Given below are sentences with a blank in each sentence. Choose the right answer.

Q. Some orthodox persons are averse ………….. drinking liquor.

A.
Against
B.
For
C.
To
D.
Towards

Solution:

QUESTION: 29

Instructions: Given below are sentences with a blank in each sentence. Choose the right answer.

Q. The Cinema Hall was on fire and the Cinema owner had to send ………………….. the Fire Brigade.

A.
For
B.
Through
C.
Off
D.
In

Solution:

The correct option is A.
In English language, certain words are followed by certain specific prepositions. Such prepositions are known as appropriate prepositions.
For the word "send", the appropriate preposition is "for".
The phrasal verb send for in option (a) is correct as it means, to ask or tell somebody to come to you, especially in order to help you.
Thus, the correct complete sentence is:
The Cinema Hall was on fire and the Cinema owner had to send FOR the Fire Brigade.

QUESTION: 30

Instructions: Given below are sentences with a blank in each sentence. Choose the right answer.

Q. He was not listening ……………. I was saying.

A.
Thai
B.
Which
C.
to what
D.
What

Solution:

The correct answer is C as it is grammatically correct .

QUESTION: 31

Instructions: Given below are sentences with a blank in each sentence. Choose the right answer.

Q. Drinking country liquor at marriage is a custom …………… certain tribes,

A.
In
B.
Among
C.
Between
D.
With

Solution:

The correct option is B.
While referring to something that is situated more or less centrally in relation to several other things, the preposition "among" is used, here, to indicate the custom situated in relation to the tribes.

QUESTION: 32

Instructions: Given below are sentences with a blank in each sentence. Choose the right answer.

Q. The struggle for justice brings………….. the best of moral qualities of men.

A.
Forward
B.
About
C.
In
D.
Out

Solution:

The correct option is D.
The phrasal verb "bring out" means to cause something to happen, here, the best of moral qualities. Hence, Option D is correct. The rest of the options do not express this meaning, hence incorrect.

QUESTION: 33

Instructions: Given below are sentences with a blank in each sentence. Choose the right answer.

Q. If he …………… a horse he would fly.

A.
Was
B.
Were
C.
Is
D.
Goes

Solution:

The correct answer is B becoz an unreal conditions that expresses some hypothetical or contrary to the fact.Some ‘if’ clauses uses were even if the pronoun is singular . in these statements the writer is specifying that event was never in past nor in present.

QUESTION: 34

Instructions: Given below are sentences with a blank in each sentence. Choose the right answer.

Q. Mohan has a bad habit of ………. at on odd hour.

A.
Turning up
B.
Turning in
C.
Turning over
D.
Turning Off

Solution:

The correct answer is A as turning up is grammatically correct .

QUESTION: 35

Instructions: Given below are sentences with a blank in each sentence. Choose the right answer.

Q. He must refrain ……………. immoral conducts.

A.
Off
B.
Through
C.
From
D.
Against

Solution:

The correct answer is C as the sentence formation will be ‘’restraint from’’ which means to stay away . Therefore the C option is correct.

QUESTION: 36

Instructions: The constituent sentences of a passage have been jumbled up. Read jumbled sentences carefully and then choose the option which shows the best sequence of sentences of the passage.

Q.
(i) The Collector said that the Dams should receive

(ii) To ensure uninterrupted

(iii) Water up to a particular level

(iv) Supply of water for irrigation

The best sequence is:

A.
ii, i, iv, iii
B.
i, iii, ii, iv
C.
iv, i, iii, ii
D.
ii, iv, i, iii

Solution:

The correct answer is B as the it is arranged in the correct sequence and moreover the sentence formation is correct too.

QUESTION: 37

Instructions: The constituent sentences of a passage have been jumbled up. Read jumbled sentences carefully and then choose the option which shows the best sequence of sentences of the passage.

Q.
(i) He loved to distribute them among small kids.

(ii) He wore a long, loose shirt with many pockets.

(iii) And in doing so his eyes brightened.

(iv) The pockets of his shirt bulged with toffees and chocolates.

The best sequence is:

A.
ii, i, iii, iv
B.
i, iv, ii, iii
C.
iv, i, iii, ii
D.
ii, iv, i, iii

Solution:

The correct option is D.
He wore a long loose shirt with many pockets, the pockets of his shirt bulged with toffees and chocolates he loved to distribute them among small kids and in doing so his eyes brightened .

QUESTION: 38

Instructions: The constituent sentences of a passage have been jumbled up. Read jumbled sentences carefully and then choose the option which shows the best sequence of sentences of the passage.

Q.
(i) As we all know, a legislation

(ii) Needs the assent of the President

(iii) Passed by the Houses of Parliament

(iv) To become law.

The best sequence is:

A.
i, iii, ii, iv
B.
i, iv, ii, iii
C.
iv, i, iii, ii
D.
ii, iv, i, iii

Solution:

The correct option is A.
As we all know, a legislation Passed by the Houses of Parliament Needs the assent of the President To become law.

QUESTION: 39

Instructions: The constituent sentences of a passage have been jumbled up. Read jumbled sentences carefully and then choose the option which shows the best sequence of sentences of the passage.

Q.
(i) The farmers grow food for the whole country.

(ii) And therefore it is our duty to improve their lot

(iii) Yet these fellows are exploited by the rich.

(iv) Hence they are the most useful members of the society.

The best sequence is:

A.
ii, i, iv, iii
B.
i, iv, ii, iii
C.
i, iv, iii, ii
D.
ii, iv, i, iii

Solution:

The correct option is C.
The farmers grow food for the whole country. Hence they are the most useful members of the society,Yet these fellows are exploited by the rich.And therefore it is our duty to improve their lot.

QUESTION: 40

Instructions: The constituent sentences of a passage have been jumbled up. Read jumbled sentences carefully and then choose the option which shows the best sequence of sentences of the passage.

Q.
(i) The ripples looked enchanting in the light of the Sun.

(ii) We went to the pond.

(iii) We flung stones to create ripples.

(iv) We stood knee-deep in the muddy water of the pond.

The best sequence is:

A.
ii, i, iv, iii
B.
ii, iv, iii, i
C.
iv, i, iii, ii
D.
iv, ii, i, iii

Solution:

The correct option is B.
Here, the sequence [ii-iv-iii-i] is the only one that makes for a coherent paragraph: We went to the pond. We stood knee-deep in the muddy water of the pond. We flung stones to create ripples. The ripples looked enchanting in the light of the Sun.

QUESTION: 41

Capital market means

A.
Mutual Funds
B.
Money Market
C.
Securities Market
D.
Banking Business

Solution: Capital Market Securities. Stocks and bonds are generally termed as the capital market securities. These are traded in separate markets. These capital market securities are used by a number of companies, corporations and governments to raise funds for various purposes.

QUESTION: 42

From which river would the National River Project he started?

A.
Yamuna
B.
Gomti
C.
Ganga
D.
Krishna

Solution:

QUESTION: 43

“The Audacity of Hope” is a book written by

A.
Bill Clinton
B.
Barack Obama
C.
Gorge Bush
D.
Bill Gates

Solution: The Audacity of Hope: Thoughts on Reclaiming the American Dream is the second book written by then-Senator Barack Obama. It became number one on both the New York Times and Amazon.com bestsellers lists in the fall of 2006, after Obama had been endorsed by Oprah Winfrey.

QUESTION: 44

‘WPI’ is used as an acronym for

A.
World Price Index
B.
World Price Indicators
C.
Wholesale Price Index
D.
Wholesale Price indicators

Solution: Wholesale Price Index (WPI) represents the price of goods at a wholesale stage i.e. goods that are sold in bulk and traded between organizations instead of consumers. WPI is used as a measure of inflation in some economies. Description: WPI is used as an important measure of inflation in India.

QUESTION: 45

If the tax rate increases with the higher level of income, it shall be called

A.
Progressive Tax
B.
Proportional Tax
C.
Lump sum Tax
D.
Regressive Tax

Solution:

The correct option is A.
A progressive tax is a tax by which the tax rate increases as the taxable base amount increases.” Progressive” describes a distribution effect on income or expenditure, referring to the way the rate progresses from low to high, where the average tax rate is less than the marginal tax rate. It can be applied to individual taxes or to a tax system as a whole; a year, multi-year, or lifetime. Progressive taxes attempt to reduce the tax incidence of people with a lower ability-to-pay, as they shift the incidence increasingly to those with a higher ability-to-pay.

QUESTION: 46

Who is the Director of “Chak De India”?

A.
Shimit Amiro
B.
Yash Chopra
C.
Shahrukh Khan
D.
Ram Gopal verma

Solution: Shimit Amin is an Indian film director and editor. He is best known for the award-winning film Chak De! India starring Shah Rukh Khan. He is married to screenwriter Megha Ramaswamy

QUESTION: 47

What is the full form of the scanning technique CAT?

A.
Complete Anatomical Trepanning
B.
Computerized Automatic Therapy
C.
Computerized Axial Tomography
D.
Complete Axial Transmission

Solution:

The correct option is C as the full form of CAT is Computerized Axial Tomography.

QUESTION: 48

Who got the World Food Prize ?

A.
Kofi Annan
B.
Man Mohan Singh
C.
Bhumibol Adulyadej
D.
Hillary Clinton

Solution:

The correct answer is D asHillary Clinton got the World Food Prize

QUESTION: 49

ISO 9000 is a

A.
Quality Standard Mark
B.
Space Project
C.
Trade Technique
D.
Loan Security

Solution: ISO 9000 is defined as a set of international standards on quality management and quality assurance developed to help companies effectively document the quality system elements needed to maintain an efficient quality system. They are not specific to any one industry and can be applied to organizations of any size.

QUESTION: 50

What is ‘AGMARK’?

A.
Name of Brand
B.
A Marketing Research Organisation
C.
Eggs supplied by Government-run cooperative
D.
Agriculture marketing for agro products

Solution: AGMARK is a certification mark employed on agricultural products in India,assuring that they conform to a set of standards approved by the Directorate of Marketing and Inspection an attached Office of the Department of Agriculture, Cooperation and Farmers Welfare under Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare.

QUESTION: 51

The Headquarters of Indian Space Research Organisation is at

A.
Trivandrum
B.
New Delhi
C.
Bangalore
D.
Ahmedabad

Solution:

The correct answer is C as The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO, is the space agency of the Government of India headquartered in the city of Bengaluru.

QUESTION: 52

“Saras” is the name of

A.
An Aircraft
B.
A Tank
C.
A Missile
D.
A Submarine

Solution: NAL Saras. The NAL Saras (Sanskrit: "Crane") is the first Indian multi-purpose civilian aircraft in the light transport aircraft category as designed by the National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL).

QUESTION: 53

First woman Prime-Minister in the World was from

A.
Sri Lanka
B.
Bhutan
C.
India
D.
Nepal

Solution: Sirimavo Bandaranaike served as Prime Minister of Ceylon and Sri Lanka three times, the first from 1960 to 1965, earning her the designation of the first female head of government in the modern world.

QUESTION: 54

Who was felicitated with ‘Nishan-e-Pakistan “?

A.
Shatrughan Sinha
B.
Maulana Azad
C.
Dilip Kumar
D.
Khan Abdul Gaffar Khan

Solution:

The correct answer is C as Dillip Kumar was awarded with Nishan-e-imtiaz not Nishan-e-Pakistan.

QUESTION: 55

Which State provided separate reservation for Muslims and Christians in the State Backward Classes List in 2007?

A.
Andhra Pradesh
B.
Tamil Nadu
C.
Bihar
D.
Kerala

Solution:

The correct option is B.
The Tamil Nadu Government has declared the decks to promulgate an ordinance to introduce reservations for Christrians and Muslims of backward caste denominations to the extent of 3.5 percent each from Sep 14, 2007.

QUESTION: 56

Which of the following dances is not a classical dance?

A.
Kathakali
B.
Garba
C.
Odissi
D.
Manipuri

Solution: Garba is a form of dance which originated in the state of Gujarat in India. The name is derived from the Sanskrit term Garbha ("womb") and Deep ("a small earthenware lamp"). Many traditional garbas are performed around centrally lit lamp or a picture or statue of the Goddess Shakti.

QUESTION: 57

Sulabh Intemational is an organisation which provides

A.
Health Services in Rural Areas
B.
Good Sanitation at Cheap Rates
C.
Low Cost Accommodation
D.
Low Cost Credit

Solution:

The correct option is B.
Sulabh International is an India-based social service organization that works to promote human rights, environmental sanitation, non-conventional sources of energy, waste management and social reforms through education. The organization counts 50,000 volunteers.

QUESTION: 58

Who among the following was honoured with ‘Officer of the Legion of Honour’ ‘award by French Government in July 2008?

A.
Dev Anand
B.
Yash Chopra
C.
B.R. Chopra
D.
Mrinal Sen

Solution:

The correct option is B.
Noted Bollywood director-producer Yash Chopra on 5th July 2008, was conferred with the officer of the Legion of Honour , the highest French distinction ,for his contribution to Indian Cinema.

QUESTION: 59

The largest gland in the human body is

A.
Liver
B.
Pancreas
C.
Thyroid
D.
Endocrine

Solution: Liver is the largest gland in human body. It is also the largest (internal) organ in our body and can weigh up to 1.5-1.6 kg for a human adult. That is, about 1/50th of the body weight is because of liver.

QUESTION: 60

The Railway Budget for 2007-2008 has declared the year 2007 as the year of

A.
Cleanliness
B.
Passenger Comfort
C.
Staff Welfare
D.
Computerization of Reservations

Solution:

The correct option is A.
Railway Budget 2007-08 declared Cleanliness Year-Special campaign to ensure cleanliness in station complexes, passengers trains, railway lines waiting rooms etc.

QUESTION: 61

In the world of Hindi Cinema, who was affectionately called as ‘Dada Moni’?

A.
Balraj Sahni
B.
Prithviraj Kapoor
C.
Ashok Kumar
D.
Utpal Dutt

Solution: Ashok Kumar (13 October 1911 – 10 December 2001), born Kumudlal Ganguly, and also fondly called Dadamoni, was an Indian film actor who attained iconic status in Indian cinema. He was honoured in 1988 with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, the highest national award for cinema artists, by the Government of India and also received the Padma Bhushan in 1999 for his contributions to Indian cinema. He is considered to be one of India's finest actors ever, playing leading, antagonist and character roles with equal panache.

QUESTION: 62

Outstanding Parliamentarian Award (2006) was presented in 2007 to

A.
P. Chidambram
B.
Sarad Pawar
C.
Mani Shankar Aiyar
D.
Sushma Swaraj

Solution:

The correct answer is Mani Shankar Aiyar was awarded the outstanding parliamentarian award in 2006.

QUESTION: 63

World’s longest sea bridge has taken shape in to 2007 in

A.
China
B.
Japan
C.
Singapore
D.
U.S.A.

Solution: World's longest cross-sea bridge opens, integrating China's Greater Bay Area. President Xi Jinping on Tuesday announced the opening of the world's longest cross-sea bridge, which connects the mainland province of Guangdong with the country's two special administrative regions, Hong Kong and Macao.

QUESTION: 64

Who among the following Indians became Citigroup’s Investment Banking head?

A.
L. N. Mittal
B.
A.K. Subramaniyam
C.
Vineet Seth
D.
Vikram Pandit

Solution:

The correct answer is D as Vikram S Pandit has been appointed the chief executive officer of Citigroup, the world's largest financial services organisation, with immediate effect.

QUESTION: 65

The Green Revolution in India has been identified with

A.
Dr. Man Mohan Singh
B.
Dr. Montek Singh Ahluwalia
C.
Mr. Rajendra Singh ‘waterman’
D.
Dr. M.S. Swaminalhan

Solution: Swaminathan is known as the "Father of Green Revolution in India" for his leadership and success in introducing and further developing high-yielding varieties of wheat in India. He is the founder of the MS Swaminathan Research Foundation. His stated vision is to rid the world of hunger and poverty.

QUESTION: 66

Indian Judge in the UN Law of the Sea Tribunal is

A.
Dr. P.S.Rao
B.
Dr. P.C.Rao
C.
Mr. Justice Jagannath Rao
D.
Mr. Justice Rajendra Babu

Solution: Thereafter Rao was appointed Legal Adviser to the Permanent Mission of India at the United Nations (New York City) from 1972–1976. Since 1 October 1996, Rao has been a judge at the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea.

QUESTION: 67

The Ozone Layer thins down as a result of a chain chemical reaction that separates from the layer

A.
Oxygen
B.
Chlorine
C.
Nitrogen
D.
Hydrogen

Solution: When CFCs reach the upper atmosphere, they are exposed to ultraviolet rays, which causes them to break down into substances that include chlorine. The chlorine reacts with the oxygen atoms in ozone and rips apart the ozone molecule.

QUESTION: 68

Joint SAARC University of eight SAARC Nations has been established in

A.
Colombo
B.
Dhaka
C.
Kathmandu
D.
New Delhi

Solution: South Asian University (SAU) is an International University sponsored by the eight Member States of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC). The eight countries are: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka.

QUESTION: 69

Which country recently produced the world’s first cloned rabbit using a biological process that takes cells from a fetus?

A.
U.K.
B.
China
C.
U.S.A.
D.
Germany

Solution:

The correct option is B as China has cloned the world's first rabbit from the somatic cells of the animal, allowing faster reproduction of genetically modified rabbits for medical use.

QUESTION: 70

Which one of the following Vitamins is responsible for blood clotting?

A.
Vitamin A
B.
Vitamin E
C.
Vitamin C
D.
Vitamin K

Solution:

The correct option is D.
Vitamin K is an essential vitamin that is needed by the body for blood clotting, bone building, and other important processes.

QUESTION: 71

What is the meaning of ‘Gilt Edged Market’?

A.
Market in Government securities
B.
Market of smuggled goods
C.
Market of auctioned goods
D.
Market of Gold products

Solution: Gilt-edged securities are bonds issued by the UK Government. The term is of British origin, and then referred to the debt securities issued by the Bank of England on behalf of His/Her Majesty's Treasury, whose paper certificates had a gilt (or gilded) edge.

QUESTION: 72

Who is the Central Chief Information Commissioner of India?

A.
Prof. Ansari
B.
Mrs. Padma Subramenian
C.
Mr. Wajahat Habibullah
D.
Dr. O.P. Kejariwal

Solution: Wajahat Habibullah (born 30 September 1945) was the chairperson of the National Commission for Minorities. Prior to this, he held the position of the first Chief Information Commissioner of India. He was an officer of the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) from 1968 until his retirement in August 2005.

QUESTION: 73

The youngest recipient of Padma Shti so far is

A.
Sachin Tendulkar
B.
Shobana Chandrakumar
C.
Sania Mirza
D.
Billy Arjun Singh

Solution:

The correct answer is C as the youngest recipient of Padma Shti so far is SANIA MIRZA.

QUESTION: 74

Who is the Director of the film “Elizabeth: The Golden Age Cast”?

A.
Rama Nand Sagar
B.
Ram Gopal Verma
C.
Karan Johar
D.
Shekhar Kapur

Solution:

The correct answer is D as Shekhar kapur is the Director of the film “Elizabeth: The Golden Age Cast”

QUESTION: 75

The territorial waters of India extend up to?

A.
12 Nautical Miles
B.
6 Km
C.
10 Nautical Miles
D.
15 Nautical Miles

Solution: Territorial sea. Territorial sea, as defined by the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, is a belt of coastal waters extending at most 12 nautical miles (22.2 km; 13.8 mi) from the baseline (usually the mean low-water mark) of a coastal state.

QUESTION: 76

‘Samjouta Express’ runs between the Railway Stations of

A.
New Delhi – Wagah
B.
New Delhi – Lahore
C.
Amritsar – Lahore
D.
New Delhi – Islamabad

Solution: It is incorrectly referred to as the Samjhauta Express and it is officially known as the Delhi-Attari or Attari-Delhi Express. The actual Samjhauta Express runs from Attari to Lahore, although the passengers are checked at Wagah, the first station on the Pakistani side.

QUESTION: 77

Blue revolution refers to

A.
Forest Development
B.
Fishing
C.
Poultry Farming
D.
Horticulture

Solution:

The correct answer is B as t's saying blue revolution,and mainly water resources are blue and the occupation carried out in water resources is mainly fishing

QUESTION: 78

Dr. A.P.J.Abdul Kalam has been appointed as Chancellor of

A.
IIM Mumbai
B.
IIT Kanpur
C.
IIM Ahmedabad
D.
IIST Thiruvananthapuram

Solution:

The correct answer is D as chancellor of the Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology Thiruvananthapuram; professor of Aerospace Engineering at Anna University; and an adjunct at many other academic and research institutions across India.

QUESTION: 79

In which State “Kanya Vidyadhan Yojna” is operational?

A.
Andhra Pradesh
B.
Uttar Pradesh
C.
Rajasthan
D.
Haryana

Solution:

QUESTION: 80

Who emerged the fastest woman of the world at Beijing Olympics?

A.
Sheron Sumpson
B.
Kerron Stewart
C.
Ann Fraser
D.
Elina Basiena

Solution:

The correct answer is C as Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce's title as the world's fastest woman has officially been handed over to her countrywoman.

QUESTION: 81

Savannah grasslands are found in

A.
North America
B.
Africa
C.
Australia
D.
East Asia

Solution: Tropical grasslands are located near the equator, between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn. They cover much of Africa as well as large areas of Australia, South America, and India.

QUESTION: 82

Which State has launched the “Aarogya Sri” a health Insurance Scheme for families below poverty line?

A.
Andhra Pradesh
B.
Uttar Pradesh
C.
Maharashtra
D.
Kerala

Solution:

The correct answer is A as Rajiv Aarogyasri Health Insurance Scheme Of Andhra Pradesh

QUESTION: 83

The first nuclear reactor of India is named

A.
Rohini
B.
Vaishali
C.
Apsara
D.
Kamini

Solution: Apsara is the oldest of India's research reactors. The reactor was designed by the Bhabha Atomic Research Center (BARC) and built with assistance from the United Kingdom (which also provided the initial fuel supply consisting of 80 percent enriched uranium). Apsara first went critical on 4 August 1956.

QUESTION: 84

In May 2007 Air Sahara acquired by Jet Airways is being operated as a separate airline under the name of

A.
Jet Lite
B.
Jet Sahara
C.
Air Jet Line
D.
Jet Sahara Lite

Solution:

The correct answer is A as In May 2007 Air Sahara acquired by Jet Airways is being operated as a separate airline under the name of Jet Lite.

QUESTION: 85

Suez Canal connects

A.
Mediterranean Sea and Red Sea
B.
Mediterranean Sea and Black Sea
C.
Baltic Sea and Red Sea
D.
Baltic Sea and Black Sea

Solution:

The correct option is A.
The Suez Canal is a man-made waterway connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Indian Ocean via the Red Sea. ... The waterway is vital for international trade and, as a result, has been at the center of conflict since it opened in 1869.

QUESTION: 86

Government has launched E – Passport Scheme and first E – Passport was issued to

A.
Mr. Arjun Singh
B.
Mrs. Sonia Gandhi
C.
Dr. Man Mohan Singh
D.
Mrs. Pratibha Patil

Solution: Government today launched the ambitious 'E-passports' scheme with President Pratibha Patil receiving the first copy from External Affairs Minister Pranab Mukherjee here. A total of 41 countries have adopted e-passports and India is one of the first developing country to have this system, she said.

QUESTION: 87

The Hindu outfit ‘Hindraf’ has been banned in

A.
Pakistan
B.
Thailand
C.
Malaysia
D.
Bangladesh

Solution:

The correct answer is C as indraf has been banned in malaysia.

QUESTION: 88

Which organization is headed by Indian Environmentalists R.K.Pachauri, a Nobel Laureate!

A.
International Environment Panel
B.
International Panel on Climate Change
C.
International Pollution Control Panel
D.
International Panel on Global Warming

Solution:

The correct answer is B as International Panel on Climate Change organization is headed by Indian Environmentalists R.K.Pachauri, a Nobel Laureate!

QUESTION: 89

Kandhamal, the worst affected town by sectarian violence in September- October 2008 is situated in

A.
Orissa
B.
Gujarat
C.
AP
D.
Kamataka

Solution:

The correct option is A.
The 2008 Kandhamal violence refers to violence between groups led by the Sangh Parivar, and Christians in the Kandhamal district of Orissa, India, in August 2008 after the murder of the Hindu monk Lakshmanananda Saraswati.

QUESTION: 90

World “No Tobacco Day” is observed on

A.
January 10
B.
June 1
C.
May 31
D.
March 5

Solution: World No Tobacco Day (WNTD) is observed around the world every year on 31 May. It is intended to encourage a 24-hour period of abstinence from all forms of tobacco consumption around the globe.

QUESTION: 91

If due to 10% decrease in the price of sugar, Ram can buy 5 kg more sugar in Rs. 100, then find actual price of sugar.

A.
B.
C.
D.

Solution:

QUESTION: 92

A dishonest shopkeeper uses a weight of 800 gm for a kg and professes to sell his good at cost price. His profit is

A.
20%
B.
21%
C.
24%
D.
25%

Solution: Let the CP of 1 kg or 1000 gm be ₹100 then CP of 800 gm will be ₹80, SP for the same is ₹100, so the profit will be ₹20, Profit % = profit amount / cp X 100 i.e. 20/80x100 = 25%

QUESTION: 93

By selling 11 oranges for a rupee, a man loses 10%. How many oranges for a rupee should he sell to gain 10%?

A.
9
B.
10
C.
8
D.
5

Solution:

By selling 11 oranges at 1 rupee, loss - 10%, we can calculate cost price of 1 orange.

So, Cost price of 1 orange = 10/99

Assume, number of oranges to be sell = x

Cost price of x oranges = 10/99x

Selling price of x oranges = 1

Gain - 10%

With this, we get the value of x =9

QUESTION: 94

A person takes 3 hours to walk a certain distance and riding back. He could walk both ways in 5 hours. How long could it take to ride both ways.

A.
1.5 hr
B.
1 hr
C.
0.5 hr
D.
2 hrs

Solution: Walking+walking = 5hrs i.e., 2(2.5hrs)

walking+riding = 3hrs
RIDING = (3 - 2.5 = 0.5 hrs)

Riding + Riding = 0.5 + 0.5 = 1hrs

option 'B' is correct

QUESTION: 95

Change 1/8 into percentage

A.
12.5%
B.
15%
C.
8%
D.
25%

Solution:

The correct option is A.
Divide 1 by 8

So,1/8=0.125
0.125×100=12.5
18=0.1250.125×100=12.5
Therefore, the fraction 1/8 is equivalent to 12.5%

QUESTION: 96

12.5% of 80 is equal to

A.
8
B.
20
C.
10
D.
40

Solution:

Answer:

10

Explanation:

10%=80/10=8

2%=8/5=1.6

0.5%=1.6/4=0.4

So

12.5%=8+1.6+0.4=10

QUESTION: 97

Which number should fill the blank space to complete the series: 1,2,4,5,7,8,10,11

A.
12
B.
13
C.
14
D.
15

Solution: The difference between 2 & 1 is 1, 4 & 2 is 2, 5 & 4 is 1 , 7 & 5 is 2, 8 & 7 is 1 , 10 & 8 is 2, 11 & 10 is 1 so, next no will be 13 so that difference between 13 & 11 will be 2.

QUESTION: 98

The smallest of the fractions given below

A.
9/10
B.
11/12
C.
23/28
D.
32/33

Solution:

The correct answer is C as by dividing 27/28 its 0.82 where other options are upto 0.9 or something.

QUESTION: 99

A dealer sells goods at 6% loss on cost price but uses 14g instead of 16g. What is his percentage profit or loss?

A.
B.
C.
53% loss
D.

Solution:

formula [(100-a)(c/b)-100]%

a = percentage loss

b = quantity supplied

c = correct quantity

Here a = 6 % , b = 14 g and c = 16 g

[(100-6)(16/14)-100]% = 7(3/7) % gain

QUESTION: 100

The average age of 29 boys of a class is equal to 14 years. When the age of the class teacher is included the average becomes 15 years. Find the age of the class teacher.

A.
44 years
B.
40 years
C.
52 years
D.
66 years

Solution:

The correct answer is A as The Average age of 29 boys increased by 1. 29 Boys age increased by 1. So age of teacher = 29 + 15 ( total no of persons increased by 1 also) = 44

QUESTION: 101

It takes 8 people working at equal rates to finish a work in 96 days. How long will 6 workers take for the same work?

A.
92 days
B.
128 days
C.
111 days
D.
84 days

Solution:

The correct answer is B as
8 people =96 days
1 people =96x8
6 people = 96x8/6
=128 days

QUESTION: 102

Ram’s income is 20% less than Shyam’s. How much is Shyam’s income more than Ram’s in percentage terms?

A.
20%
B.
30%
C.
25%
D.
15%

Solution: Let Shyam's income be 100Ram's income now will be 80 ie. 20% less than Shyam'sNow Shyam's income is 20 more than RamSo, Percentage can be calculated as 20/80 * 100 = 25%

QUESTION: 103

The monthly salary of A,B and C are in the ratio 2: 3: 5. If C’s Monthly salary is Rs. 1,200 more than that of A, find B’s annual salary.

A.
Rs. 2000
B.
Rs. 1000
C.
Rs. 1500
D.
Rs. 1200

Solution:

Let the monthly salary of A, B, C be Rs. 2x, Rs.3x and Rs. 5x respectively.

Then, 5x - 2x = 1200

QUESTION: 104

In a town there are 94500 people. 2/9 of them are foreigners, 6400 are immigrants and the rest are natives. How many are natives?

A.
67100
B.
27400
C.
77600
D.
88100

Solution: 2/9*94500=21000 21000+6400=27400 94500-27400=67100 67100 is the answer.

QUESTION: 105

A does 20% less work than B. If A can complete a piece of work in then B can do it in

A.
4h
B.
6h
C.
8h
D.
10h

Solution:

The correct answer is B as Let Time taken by B = x hours
then work done by B In 1 Hour = 1/x
as A does 20% less,
So work done By A in 1 Hour =(1/x) -(20% *1/x)
⇒ 1/x - 1/5x ⇒ 4/5x
Then time taken by A = 5x/4
according to Question, 5x/4 = 15/2
x = 6

QUESTION: 106

The population of a town is 155625. For every 1000 males there are 1075 females. If 40% of the males and 24% of the females are literate, find the percentage of literacy in the town.

A.
33.7
B.
32.7
C.
31.7
D.
30.7

Solution:

The percentage of literacy in the town is 31.71%.

Solution:

Population of town = 155625

Number of males = 1000 * 155625/2075

= 75000

Number of females = 1075 * 155625/2075

= 80625

Number of literate males = 75000 * 40/100

= 30000

Number of females literate = 80625 * 24/100

= 19350

Total number of literate = 30000 + 19350 = 49350

Percentage of literate = 49350/155625 * 100

= 31.71

Hence, the percentage of literacy in the town is 31.71%.

QUESTION: 107

10 sheep and 5 pigs were brought for Rs. 6,000. If the average price of a sheep is Rs. 450, find the average price of pig.

A.
Rs. 380
B.
Rs. 410
C.
Rs. 340
D.
Rs. 300

Solution:

The correct answer is D as following
10 ×450 + 5x = 6000
5x =6000-4500
5x = 1500
x = 1500/5 =300.
so Answer is D

QUESTION: 108

Ram weighs 25 kg more than Shyam. Their combined weight is 325 kg. How much does Shyam weigh?

A.
150 kg
B.
200 kg
C.
125 kg
D.
160 kg

Solution:

The correct answer is A as Let weight of Shyam =xkg

Then weight of Ram = x+25kg

Given their sum is 325

x+(x+25)=325

2x=300

x=150

So, weight of Shyam =x=150kg

QUESTION: 109

Find out the wrong number in the series: 3,8,15,24,34,48,63

A.
24
B.
34
C.
15
D.
63

Solution:

QUESTION: 110

What is the location value of 7 in the figure 9872590?

A.
72590
B.
7
C.
70000
D.
7000

Solution:

The correct answer is C as from the last digit 7 is at 5th number therefore the value would be 70000.

QUESTION: 111

Which is the oldest Code of Law in India?

A.
Naradasmriti
B.
Manusmriti
C.
Vedasmnti
D.
Prasarsmriti

Solution:

The correct answer is Manusmriti asit is the oldest Code of Law in India therefore option B is correct.

QUESTION: 112

Private international law is also called .

A.
Civil Law
B.
Local laws
C.
Conflict of laws
D.
Common law

Solution: Conflict of laws is a set of rules of procedural law which determine the legal system and the law of jurisdiction applying to a given legal dispute. In civil law, lawyers and legal scholars refer to conflict of laws as private international law. They typically apply when a legal dispute has a “foreign” element.

QUESTION: 113

A nominal sum given as a token for striking a sale is called

A.
Earnest money
B.
Advance
C.
Interest
D.
Solatium

Solution: Charles Wilkins was a member of Asiatic Society of Bengal founded by William Jones. He translated Bhagavad Gita into English in 1794.

QUESTION: 114

Joint heirs to a property are called

A.
Co-heirs
B.
Coparceners
C.
Successors
D.
Joint owners

Solution: A person who shares equally with others in the inheritance of an undivided estate or in the rights to it are called coparceners.(that simply means JOINT HEIRS)

QUESTION: 115

The right of a party to initiate an action and be heard before a Court of law is called

A.
Right in rem
B.
Right in personam
C.
Fundamental right
D.
Locus standi

Solution: In law, standing or locus standi is the term for the ability of a party to demonstrate to the court sufficient connection to and harm from the law or action challenged to support that party's participation in the case. Standing exists from one of three causes: The party is granted automatic standing by act of law.

QUESTION: 116

Indian Parliament is based on the principle of

A.
Bicameralism
B.
Universal Adult Franchise
C.
Dyarchy
D.
Federalism

Solution: It Means that our Parliament system works on Central Level as Well as State Level. Means Federal as well as Unitary.

QUESTION: 117

The Supreme Court held that evidence can be recorded by video-confereneing in the case

A.
State of Maharashtra v. Prafull B. Desai
B.
Paramjit Kaur v. State of Punjab
C.
Pappu Yadav v. State of Bihar
D.
Bachan Singh v. State of Punjab

Solution:

The correct answer is A asin State of Maharashtra v.Prafull B. Desai supreme court held that evidence can be recorded by video conferencing.

QUESTION: 118

When the master is held liable for the wrongful act of his servant, the liability is called

A.
Strict liability
B.
Vicarious liability
C.
Tortous liability
D.
Absolute liability

Solution:

The correct answer is B as vicarious means substitute therefore When the master is held liable for the wrongful act of his servant, the liability is called vicarious t liability.

QUESTION: 119

The act of unlawfully entering into another’s property constitutes

A.
Trespass
B.
Restraint
C.
Appropriation
D.
Encroachment

Solution: Criminal Trespass.—Whoever enters into or upon property in possession of another with intent to commit an offence or to intimidate, insult or annoy any person in possession of such property, or, having lawfully entered into or upon such property, unlawfully remains there with intent thereby to intimidate.

QUESTION: 120

Which Parliamentary Committee in Indian system of democracy is chaired by a member of Opposition Party?

A.
Estimates Committee
B.
Joint Parliamentary Committee
C.
Public Accounts Committee
D.
Finance Committee

Solution: Public Accounts Committee (PAC) refers to a committee in the legislature that must study public audits, invite ministers, permanent secretaries or other ministry officials to the committee for questioning, and issue a report of their findings subsequent to a government budget audit.

QUESTION: 121

Supreme Court held that Preamble as a basic feature of Constitution cannot be amended in the case of

A.
Golaknath v. State of Punjab
B.
Maneka Gandhi v. Union of India
C.
S.R.Bommai v. Union of India
D.
Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala

Solution: The basic structure doctrine was further clarified in Minerva Mills v. Union of India. The 42nd Amendment had been enacted by the government of Indira Gandhi in response to the Kesavananda Bharati judgment in an effort to reduce the power of the judicial review of constitutional amendments by the Supreme Court.

QUESTION: 122

In the year 2002 the Competition Act was enacted replacing

A.
Trade Marks Act
B.
Copy Right Act
C.
Contract Act
D.
MRTP Act

Solution: The Competition Act, 2002 was enacted by the Parliament of India and governs Indian competition law. It replaced the archaic The Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices Act, 1969.

QUESTION: 123

A right to recover time barred debt is

A.
Universal right
B.
Perfect right
C.
Imperfect right
D.
Fundamental right

Solution:

QUESTION: 124

The law relating to prisoners of war has been codified by

A.
Geneva Convention
B.
Vienna Convention
C.
Paris Convention
D.
None of the above

Solution:

QUESTION: 125

Public holidays are declared under

A.
Criminal Procedure Code
B.
Civil Procedure Code
C.
Constitution of India
D.
Negotiable Instruments Act

Solution:

QUESTION: 126

When a person is prosecuted for committing a criminal offence, the burden of proof is on

A.
Accused
B.
Prosecution
C.
Police
D.
Complainant

Solution:

QUESTION: 127

Offence which can be compromised between the parties is known as

A.
Non-compoundable offence
B.
Cognizable offence
C.
Compoundable offence
D.
Non-cognizable offence

Solution:

QUESTION: 128

Husband and wife have a right to each others company. The right is called

A.
Conjugal right
B.
Human right
C.
Civil right
D.
Fundamental right

Solution:

QUESTION: 129

A person ‘dying intestate’ means he

A.
Died without legal heirs
B.
Died without making a will
C.
Died without any property
D.
Died without a son

Solution:

The correct answer is B as A person ‘dying intestate’ means he died without making a will.

QUESTION: 130

If a witness makes a statement in Court, knowing it to be false, he commits the offence of

A.
Forgery
B.
Falsehood
C.
Perjury
D.
Breach of trust

Solution:

QUESTION: 131

A child born after father’s death is

A.
Posthumous
B.
Heir
C.
Intestate
D.
Bastard

Solution:

QUESTION: 132

A formal instrument by which one person empowers another to represent him is known as

A.
Affidavit
B.
Power of attorney
C.
Will
D.
Declaration

Solution:

QUESTION: 133

The temporary release of a prisoner is called

A.
Parole
B.
Amnesty
C.
Discharge
D.
Pardon

Solution:

QUESTION: 134

The offence of inciting disaffection, hatred or contempt against Government is

A.
Perjury
B.
Forgery
C.
Sedition
D.
Revolt

Solution:

QUESTION: 135

India became the member of United Nations in the Year

A.
1956
B.
1945
C.
1946
D.
1950

Solution:

QUESTION: 136

A party to the suit is called

A.
Accused
B.
Plaintiff
C.
Litigant
D.
Complainant

Solution:

QUESTION: 137

Who heads the four members Committee appointed to study the Centre-State relations especially the changes took place since Sarkaria Commission

A.
Justice M.M.Panchi
B.
Justice Nanavati
C.
Justice Baruca
D.
Justice Kuldip Singh

Solution:

QUESTION: 138

No one can be convicted twice for the same offence. This doctrine is called

A.
Burden of proof
B.
Double conviction
C.
Double jeopardy
D.
Corpus delicti

Solution:

QUESTION: 139

A participant in commission of crime is popularly known as

A.
Respondent
B.
Under-trial
C.
Defendant
D.
Accomplice

Solution:

QUESTION: 140

Which of the following is not payable to Central Government?

A.
Land revenue
B.
Customs duty
C.
Income tax
D.
Wealth tax

Solution:

QUESTION: 141

Where is the National Judicial Academy located’?

A.
Kolkata
B.
Bhopal
C.
Delhi
D.
Mumbai

Solution:

QUESTION: 142

Who have constitutional right to audience in all Indian Courts?

A.
President
B.
Chief Justice of India
C.
Attorney General
D.
Solicitor General

Solution:

QUESTION: 143

Which of the following is not included in the Preamble to the Constitution?

A.
Morality
B.
Justice
C.
Sovereign
D.
Socialist

Solution:

QUESTION: 144

Court of Record’ is a Court which?

A.
Maintains records
B.
Preserves all its records
C.
Can punish for its contempt
D.
Is competent to issue writs

Solution: Art. 129 of the Indian constitution declares that Supreme court shall be a court of record and it can punish for its contempt while art. 215 declares every high court of the respective state to be a court of record and the dame can punish for its contempt.

QUESTION: 145

A judge of the Supreme Court can be removed from office only on grounds of

A.
Gross inefficiency
B.
Delivering wrong judgments
C.
Senility
D.
proven misbehaviour incapacity

Solution:

QUESTION: 146

Fiduciary relationship means a relationship based on

A.
Trust
B.
Money
C.
Contract
D.
Blood relation

Solution:

QUESTION: 147

The Chairman of Tehelka Enquiry Commission is

A.
Justice Kripal
B.
Justice S.N.Phukan
C.
Justice Saharia
D.
Justice Liberhan

Solution:

QUESTION: 148

The concept of judicial review has been borrowed from the Constitution of

A.
U.S.S.R.
B.
U.K.
C.
U.S.A.
D.
Switzerland

Solution:

QUESTION: 149

Every duty enforceable by law is called

A.
Accountability
B.
Obligation
C.
Burden
D.
Incidence

Solution:

QUESTION: 150

The killing of a new born child by its parents is

A.
Malfeasance
B.
Infanticide
C.
Abortion
D.
Foeticide

Solution:

QUESTION: 151

Offence of breaking a divine idol is

A.
Salus populi
B.
Crime
C.
Sacrilege
D.
Blasphemy

Solution:

QUESTION: 152

A person who goes under-ground or evades the jurisdiction of the Court is known as

A.
Offender
B.
Under-ground
C.
Absentee
D.
Absconder

Solution:

QUESTION: 153

What is a caveat’?

A.
A warning
B.
An injunction
C.
Writ
D.
Certiorari

Solution:

QUESTION: 154

Muslim religious foundations are known as

A.
Din
B.
Wakfs
C.
Ulema
D.
Quzat

Solution:

QUESTION: 155

Beyond what distance from the coast, is the sea known as “High Sea”?

A.
20 miles
B.
300 miles
C.
200 km.
D.
12 miles

Solution:

QUESTION: 156