APSC JE CE Paper 1 Mock Test - 8 - Civil Engineering (CE) MCQ

Sustainable development is defined as development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. This concept emphasizes the importance of balancing economic, social, and environmental considerations to ensure that development is sustainable and does not jeopardize the well-being of future generations.

Given:

Number of work completed by Rita and Meena = 10 days

Number of work completed by Rita alone = 15 days

Formula used:

Work = Efficiency × Time

Calculation:

LCM of 10 and 15 is 30

Efficiency of Rita and Meena = (30/10) = 3 units/day

Efficiency of Rita = (30/15) = 2 units/day

Efficiency of Meena = [30/(3 – 2)] units/day

⇒ (30/1) unit/day

⇒ 30 days

∴ The required time to complete the work by Meena is 30 days

Hindrance : a thing that provides resistance, delay, or obstruction to something or someone.
Repression : the action of subduing someone or something by force.
Obstacle : a thing that blocks one's way or prevents or hinders progress.
Restriction : a limiting condition or measure, especially a legal one.
Restraint : a measure or condition that keeps someone or something under control.
 

Factors that helped Shivaji in his raids:
1. The gradual decline of the Portuguese power on the western coast:
- The Portuguese had been a dominant force on the western coast, but their power was gradually declining during Shivaji's time.
- This decline weakened their ability to resist Shivaji's raids and allowed him to exploit their weak defenses.
2. The able assistance of Bijapur and Golcunda:
- Shivaji received support from the Sultanates of Bijapur and Golcunda in his raids.
- These Sultanates were rivals of the Mughals and saw Shivaji as a valuable ally against the Mughal Empire.
- Their assistance provided Shivaji with additional resources and manpower, increasing his chances of success in his raids.
3. Mughal preoccupation with the Afghan uprising in the northwest:
- The Mughal Empire was facing a significant challenge in the form of an Afghan uprising in the northwest region.
- This preoccupation with internal conflicts diverted their attention and resources away from dealing with Shivaji's raids.
- Shivaji took advantage of this situation and launched his attacks on the Mughal provinces of Berar, Baglana, and Khandesh.
4. None of these:
- This option is incorrect as there were clear factors that helped Shivaji in his raids, as mentioned above.
In conclusion, the factors that helped Shivaji in his raids include the decline of Portuguese power, assistance from Bijapur and Golcunda, and the Mughal Empire's preoccupation with the Afghan uprising. These factors created favorable conditions for Shivaji to successfully carry out his raids.

Every country that is a democracy gives rights to its citizens. In a democracy, every citizen has the right to vote and the right to be elected. For democratic elections to take place, it is necessary that citizens should have the right to express their opinion, form political parties and take part in other political activities. Besides, in democratic countries, special provisions are made for the protection of rights. Our Constitution also has a list of Fundamental Rights which are protected by the judiciary.

Per Capita Income in India

• Per Capita Income: Per capita income in India is the average income earned per person in a given area in a specified year.


• Options: The given options for per capita income in dollars per annum are: 735, 836, 835, and 736.


• Correct Answer: The correct answer is option D: 736 dollars per annum.


• Explanation: The per capita income in India is approximately 736 dollars per annum, which means on average, each person in India earns 736 dollars in a year.

Standard Coin During the Mauryan Period

• Nishka: Nishka was a standard unit of measurement during the Mauryan period, but it was not the standard coin.



• Krishnala: Krishnala was a type of coin used in ancient India, but it was not the standard coin during the Mauryan period.



• Pana: Pana was considered the standard coin during the Mauryan period. It was a common currency used for trade and transactions.



• Suvarna: Suvarna was a valuable coin made of gold, but it was not the standard coin during the Mauryan period.

Therefore, the correct answer is Pana, which was regarded as the standard coin during the Mauryan period.

Pavan Davuluri has been named as the new head of Microsoft's combined Windows and Surface teams, succeeding the previous leader, Panos Panay. Davuluri, a 23-year veteran at Microsoft, brings extensive experience in PC, Xbox, Surface, and Windows leadership roles, including efforts with Arm-based processors.

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights is a landmark document adopted by the UN that outlines fundamental human rights.

The logic follows here is:-

1st and 3rd letters are interchanged.

4th and 6th letters are interchanged.

And 2nd letter is placed as it is.

Similarly,

Hence, the correct answer is "TNMFED".

The word Feasible (Adjective) means : that is possible and likely to be achieved; practicable.
Its antonym should be impractical. 

The Battle of Koppam was a battle fought between the Medieval Chola kings Rajadhiraja Chola and Rajendra Chola II with the Chalukya king Someshvara I in 1054, or in 1052 according to Sen. Though the Cholas were successful in the battle, the king and supreme commander, Rajadhiraja I lost his life in the battlefield and was succeeded to the throne by his younger brother, Rajendra Chola II.

Definition of Rights:
- A: This statement is incorrect as rights are not duties, but rather entitlements or freedoms.
- B: This statement is incorrect as rights are not merely privileges, but fundamental entitlements.
- C: This statement is the real definition of rights as it accurately describes rights as claims individuals have on others, society, and the government.
- D: This statement is partially correct as rights do empower citizens to check the misuse of power by the government, but it does not encompass the entirety of the definition.
Therefore, the correct answer is C: Rights are the claims of a person on other fellow beings, over the society and over the government. This definition highlights the inherent nature of rights as entitlements that individuals possess and can assert against others, society, and the government to protect their interests and freedoms.

As per the given information;

Hence, Rima is in South direction from her starting point.

The correct order will be:
Since the beginning of history → the Eskimos and Red Indians (Q)→ have managed to catch (P)→ a few specimens of this aquatic animal (S)→ by a very difficult method. (R)

World Poetry Day is celebrated on March 21 every year. This day is significant as it honours the role of poetry in cultural and linguistic expression. It was adopted by UNESCO in 1999 to promote linguistic diversity, revive poetry traditions, and increase awareness and understanding of endangered languages. The theme for World Poetry Day 2024 is "Standing on the Shoulders of Giants," highlighting the influence and inspiration that past poets have on contemporary poetry.

Rulers of Vijayanagar
Deva Raya I reigned from 1406–1422 CE
Virupaksha Raya II reigned from 1465-1485
Vira Narasimha Raya reigned from 1505–1509
Krishnadevaraya reigned from 1509–1529
Tirumala Deva Raya reigned from 1565–1572 CE
Hence, the correct answer is option (A).

The word Meandering (Adjective) means : not straight; curved; a course that does not follow a straight path.
Hence, the words meandering and straight are antonymous. 

International Yoga Day is celebrated on 21^st June every year.

Similarly;

Kargil Victory day is commemorated on 26^th July every year.

Hence, "Kargil Victory Day : 26^th July" is the correct answer.

Important Points

Article 84 (b) of Constitution of India provides that the minimum age for becoming a candidate for Lok Sabha election shall be 25 years.

Void ratio (e): 

• Void ratio is usually defined as the ratio of the volume of voids to the total volume of soil solid.

Porosity (n): 

• Porosity is defined as the ratio of the volume of voids to the total volume of the soil.

The relationship between void ratio and porosity are as follows:

 

• These upsurges were like a direct and violent conflict with authority, which had obvious limitations.

• Only the more militant sections could participate. 

• These upsurges were short-lived and were confined to a few urban centres while the general INA agitation reached the remotest villages. Communal unity witnessed was more organizational than unity among the people. 

• Muslim ratings went to the League to seek advice and the rest to the Congress and the Socialists.

Thwart means to prevent (someone) from accomplishing something
On her way she meets a cast of New York characters who try to thwart her dreams
This country started by printing worthless currency to thwart the gold standard

The sentence implies that the king had an efficient governance and thus is popular among people till date. Since the segment containing the blank is in passive voice, thus only a verb in its third form will fit the blank, thus ‘honour’ and ‘know’ are incorrect grammatically. The use of ‘neglected’ is contextually incorrect. ‘Saluted’ is also weak as per the context stated. Only ‘remembered’ is the best fit as the context and grammatical reference.

Hence, option B is correct.

India and other small nations needed to organise the NAM to prevent their independence from being threatened by the two power blocs of the USA and USSR.

Reducing government expenditure is not directly related to solving unemployment. However, increasing investment in infrastructure, encouraging entrepreneurship, and improving the education system can contribute to reducing unemployment by stimulating economic growth, creating job opportunities, and enhancing human capital development.

GERMANE - Relevant to a subject under consideration.

1. Responsible: Being accountable or dependable for one's actions or duties.
2. Logical: Following a rational and coherent sequence of reasoning or thought.
3. Possible: Capable of occurring or being achieved under given circumstances.
4. Relevant: Connected or pertinent to the matter at hand; bearing significance or importance to a particular situation or topic.

Option D is correct.

The given sentence is in the active voice: "I expect you to complete this work before sunset."

The correct transformation of this sentence into the passive voice is: "You are expected to complete this work before sunset."

Therefore, the correct answer is option B: "You are expected to complete this work before sunset."

Only son of woman’s grandfather means woman’s father.
Man’s brother’s father means Man’s father.
Woman is man’s sister.