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DU LL.B 2018 Question Paper 
 
Time: 2 hours       Total Marks: 100 
 
1. Read the following passage carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the 
four alternatives: 
 
Civil and political rights and socio-economic rights do not exist in. a state of antagonism. The 
conditions necessary for realising or fulfilling socio-economic rights do not postulate the 
subversion of political freedom. The reason for this is simple. Socio-economic entitlements 
must yield true benefits to those for whom they are intended. This can. be achieved by 
eliminating rent-seeking behaviour and by preventing the capture of social welfare benefits by 
persons who are not entitled to them. Capture of social welfare benefits can be obviated only 
when political systems are transparent and when there is a free flow of information. Opacity 
ensures benefit to those who monopolize scarce economic resources. On the other hand, 
conditions where civil and political freedoms flourish ensure that governmental policies are 
subject to critique and assessment. It is this scrutiny which sub-serves the purpose of 
ensuring that socio-economic benefits actually permeate to the underprivileged for whom they 
are meant. Conditions of freedom and a vibrant assertion of civil and political rights promote a 
constant review of the justness of socio-economic programmes and of their effectiveness in 
addressing deprivation and want. Scrutiny of public affairs is founded upon the existence of 
freedom. Hence civil and political rights and socio-economic rights are complementary and not 
mutually exclusive. 
 
According to the passage, assertion of rights . 
A. is frowned upon 
B. must be discouraged 
C. promotes just social policies 
D. is desirable 
 
2. Civil and political rights and socio-economic rights do not exist in a state of antagonism.The 
conditions necessary for realising or fulfilling socio-economic rights do not postulate the 
subversion of political freedom. The reason for this is simple. Socio-economic entitlements 
must yield true benefits to those for whom they are intended. This can be achieved by 
eliminating rent-seeking behaviour and by preventing the capture of social welfare benefits by 
persons who are not entitled to them. Capture of social welfare benefits can be obviated only 
when political systems are transparent and when there is a free flow of information. Opacity 
ensures benefit to those who monopolize scarce economic resources. On the other hand, 
conditions where civil and political freedoms flourish ensure that governmental policies are 
subject to critique and assessment. It is this scrutiny which sub-serves the purpose of 
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DU LL.B 2018 Question Paper 
 
Time: 2 hours       Total Marks: 100 
 
1. Read the following passage carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the 
four alternatives: 
 
Civil and political rights and socio-economic rights do not exist in. a state of antagonism. The 
conditions necessary for realising or fulfilling socio-economic rights do not postulate the 
subversion of political freedom. The reason for this is simple. Socio-economic entitlements 
must yield true benefits to those for whom they are intended. This can. be achieved by 
eliminating rent-seeking behaviour and by preventing the capture of social welfare benefits by 
persons who are not entitled to them. Capture of social welfare benefits can be obviated only 
when political systems are transparent and when there is a free flow of information. Opacity 
ensures benefit to those who monopolize scarce economic resources. On the other hand, 
conditions where civil and political freedoms flourish ensure that governmental policies are 
subject to critique and assessment. It is this scrutiny which sub-serves the purpose of 
ensuring that socio-economic benefits actually permeate to the underprivileged for whom they 
are meant. Conditions of freedom and a vibrant assertion of civil and political rights promote a 
constant review of the justness of socio-economic programmes and of their effectiveness in 
addressing deprivation and want. Scrutiny of public affairs is founded upon the existence of 
freedom. Hence civil and political rights and socio-economic rights are complementary and not 
mutually exclusive. 
 
According to the passage, assertion of rights . 
A. is frowned upon 
B. must be discouraged 
C. promotes just social policies 
D. is desirable 
 
2. Civil and political rights and socio-economic rights do not exist in a state of antagonism.The 
conditions necessary for realising or fulfilling socio-economic rights do not postulate the 
subversion of political freedom. The reason for this is simple. Socio-economic entitlements 
must yield true benefits to those for whom they are intended. This can be achieved by 
eliminating rent-seeking behaviour and by preventing the capture of social welfare benefits by 
persons who are not entitled to them. Capture of social welfare benefits can be obviated only 
when political systems are transparent and when there is a free flow of information. Opacity 
ensures benefit to those who monopolize scarce economic resources. On the other hand, 
conditions where civil and political freedoms flourish ensure that governmental policies are 
subject to critique and assessment. It is this scrutiny which sub-serves the purpose of 
ensuring that socio-economic benefits actually permeate to the underprivileged for whom they 
are meant. Conditions of freedom and a vibrant assertion of civil and political rights promote a 
constant review of the justness of socio-economic programmes and of their effectiveness in 
addressing deprivation and want. Scrutiny of public affairs is founded upon the existence of 
freedom. Hence civil and political rights and socio-economic rights are complementary and not 
mutually exclusive. 
 
Which of the following statements best conveys the idea of the passage? 
1. Civil and political rights and social and economic rights are opposed to each other. 
2. Political freedom must be compromised to realize rights. 
3. Existence of criticism of government is a proof of vibrant assertion of civil and political 
rights. 
4. Transparency ensures equitable distribution of resources. 
 
Choose the correct code: 
A. 2 and 4 
B. 1 and 2 
C. 1 and 3 
D. 3 and 4 
 
3. Civil and political rights and socio-economic rights do not exist in a state of antagonism. The 
conditions necessary for realising or fulfilling socio-economic rights do not postulate the 
subversion of political freedom. The reason for this is simple. Socio-economic entitlements 
must yield true benefits to those for whom they are intended. This can be achieved by 
eliminating rent-seeking behaviour and by preventing the capture of social welfare benefits by 
persons who are not entitled to them. Capture of social welfare benefits can be obviated only 
when political systems are transparent and when there is a free flow of information. Opacity 
ensures benefit to those who monopolize scarce economic resources. On the other hand, 
conditions where civil and political freedoms flourish ensure that governmental policies are 
subject to critique and assessment. It is this scrutiny which sub-serves the purpose of 
ensuring that socio-economic benefits actually permeate to the underprivileged for whom they 
are meant. Conditions of freedom and a vibrant assertion of civil and political rights promote a 
constant review of the justness of socio-economic programmes and of their effectiveness in 
addressing deprivation and want. Scrutiny of public affairs is founded upon the existence of 
freedom. Hence civil and political rights and socio-economic rights are complementary and not 
mutually exclusive. 
 
According to the passage capture of social benefits . 
A. ensures accountability 
B. must be discouraged to ensure equitable distribution of resources 
C. is an evil necessity 
D. should be encouraged to maintain free flow of information 
 
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DU LL.B 2018 Question Paper 
 
Time: 2 hours       Total Marks: 100 
 
1. Read the following passage carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the 
four alternatives: 
 
Civil and political rights and socio-economic rights do not exist in. a state of antagonism. The 
conditions necessary for realising or fulfilling socio-economic rights do not postulate the 
subversion of political freedom. The reason for this is simple. Socio-economic entitlements 
must yield true benefits to those for whom they are intended. This can. be achieved by 
eliminating rent-seeking behaviour and by preventing the capture of social welfare benefits by 
persons who are not entitled to them. Capture of social welfare benefits can be obviated only 
when political systems are transparent and when there is a free flow of information. Opacity 
ensures benefit to those who monopolize scarce economic resources. On the other hand, 
conditions where civil and political freedoms flourish ensure that governmental policies are 
subject to critique and assessment. It is this scrutiny which sub-serves the purpose of 
ensuring that socio-economic benefits actually permeate to the underprivileged for whom they 
are meant. Conditions of freedom and a vibrant assertion of civil and political rights promote a 
constant review of the justness of socio-economic programmes and of their effectiveness in 
addressing deprivation and want. Scrutiny of public affairs is founded upon the existence of 
freedom. Hence civil and political rights and socio-economic rights are complementary and not 
mutually exclusive. 
 
According to the passage, assertion of rights . 
A. is frowned upon 
B. must be discouraged 
C. promotes just social policies 
D. is desirable 
 
2. Civil and political rights and socio-economic rights do not exist in a state of antagonism.The 
conditions necessary for realising or fulfilling socio-economic rights do not postulate the 
subversion of political freedom. The reason for this is simple. Socio-economic entitlements 
must yield true benefits to those for whom they are intended. This can be achieved by 
eliminating rent-seeking behaviour and by preventing the capture of social welfare benefits by 
persons who are not entitled to them. Capture of social welfare benefits can be obviated only 
when political systems are transparent and when there is a free flow of information. Opacity 
ensures benefit to those who monopolize scarce economic resources. On the other hand, 
conditions where civil and political freedoms flourish ensure that governmental policies are 
subject to critique and assessment. It is this scrutiny which sub-serves the purpose of 
ensuring that socio-economic benefits actually permeate to the underprivileged for whom they 
are meant. Conditions of freedom and a vibrant assertion of civil and political rights promote a 
constant review of the justness of socio-economic programmes and of their effectiveness in 
addressing deprivation and want. Scrutiny of public affairs is founded upon the existence of 
freedom. Hence civil and political rights and socio-economic rights are complementary and not 
mutually exclusive. 
 
Which of the following statements best conveys the idea of the passage? 
1. Civil and political rights and social and economic rights are opposed to each other. 
2. Political freedom must be compromised to realize rights. 
3. Existence of criticism of government is a proof of vibrant assertion of civil and political 
rights. 
4. Transparency ensures equitable distribution of resources. 
 
Choose the correct code: 
A. 2 and 4 
B. 1 and 2 
C. 1 and 3 
D. 3 and 4 
 
3. Civil and political rights and socio-economic rights do not exist in a state of antagonism. The 
conditions necessary for realising or fulfilling socio-economic rights do not postulate the 
subversion of political freedom. The reason for this is simple. Socio-economic entitlements 
must yield true benefits to those for whom they are intended. This can be achieved by 
eliminating rent-seeking behaviour and by preventing the capture of social welfare benefits by 
persons who are not entitled to them. Capture of social welfare benefits can be obviated only 
when political systems are transparent and when there is a free flow of information. Opacity 
ensures benefit to those who monopolize scarce economic resources. On the other hand, 
conditions where civil and political freedoms flourish ensure that governmental policies are 
subject to critique and assessment. It is this scrutiny which sub-serves the purpose of 
ensuring that socio-economic benefits actually permeate to the underprivileged for whom they 
are meant. Conditions of freedom and a vibrant assertion of civil and political rights promote a 
constant review of the justness of socio-economic programmes and of their effectiveness in 
addressing deprivation and want. Scrutiny of public affairs is founded upon the existence of 
freedom. Hence civil and political rights and socio-economic rights are complementary and not 
mutually exclusive. 
 
According to the passage capture of social benefits . 
A. ensures accountability 
B. must be discouraged to ensure equitable distribution of resources 
C. is an evil necessity 
D. should be encouraged to maintain free flow of information 
 
4. Civil and political rights and socio-economic rights do not exist in a state of antagonism. The 
conditions necessary for realising or fulfilling socio-economic rights do not postulate the 
subversion of political freedom. The reason for this is simple. Socio-economic entitlements 
must yield true benefits to those for whom they are intended. This can be achieved by 
eliminating rent-seeking behaviour and by preventing the capture of social welfare benefits by 
persons who are not entitled to them. Capture of social welfare benefits can be obviated only 
when political systems are transparent and when there is a free flow of information. Opacity 
ensures benefit to those who monopolize scarce economic resources. On the other hand, 
conditions where civil and political freedoms flourish ensure that governmental policies are 
subject to critique and assessment. It is this scrutiny which sub-serves the purpose of 
ensuring that socio-economic benefits actually permeate to the underprivileged for whom they 
are meant. Conditions of freedom and a vibrant assertion of civil and political rights promote a 
constant review of the justness of socio-economic programmes and of their effectiveness in 
addressing deprivation and want. Scrutiny of public affairs is founded upon the existence of 
freedom. Hence civil and political rights and socio-economic rights are complementary and not 
mutually exclusive. 
 
Opacity means: 
A. Ostensible 
B. Transparent 
C. Unclear 
D. Opal like 
 
5. A is the mother of D and sister of B. B has a daughter C who is married to F. G is the 
husband of A. How is G related to D? 
A. Son 
B. Father 
C. Uncle 
D. Husband 
 
6. If the price of a book is first decreased by 25% and then increased by 20%, then the net 
change in the price will be: 
A. 30 
B. 20 
C. 10 
D. 40 
 
7. Which among the following is correctly matched? 
A. Indian Law Institute Bhopal 
B. Central Institute of Indian Languages Chandigarh 
C. Film and Television Institute of India Chennai 
D. National Insurance Academy Pune 
 
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DU LL.B 2018 Question Paper 
 
Time: 2 hours       Total Marks: 100 
 
1. Read the following passage carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the 
four alternatives: 
 
Civil and political rights and socio-economic rights do not exist in. a state of antagonism. The 
conditions necessary for realising or fulfilling socio-economic rights do not postulate the 
subversion of political freedom. The reason for this is simple. Socio-economic entitlements 
must yield true benefits to those for whom they are intended. This can. be achieved by 
eliminating rent-seeking behaviour and by preventing the capture of social welfare benefits by 
persons who are not entitled to them. Capture of social welfare benefits can be obviated only 
when political systems are transparent and when there is a free flow of information. Opacity 
ensures benefit to those who monopolize scarce economic resources. On the other hand, 
conditions where civil and political freedoms flourish ensure that governmental policies are 
subject to critique and assessment. It is this scrutiny which sub-serves the purpose of 
ensuring that socio-economic benefits actually permeate to the underprivileged for whom they 
are meant. Conditions of freedom and a vibrant assertion of civil and political rights promote a 
constant review of the justness of socio-economic programmes and of their effectiveness in 
addressing deprivation and want. Scrutiny of public affairs is founded upon the existence of 
freedom. Hence civil and political rights and socio-economic rights are complementary and not 
mutually exclusive. 
 
According to the passage, assertion of rights . 
A. is frowned upon 
B. must be discouraged 
C. promotes just social policies 
D. is desirable 
 
2. Civil and political rights and socio-economic rights do not exist in a state of antagonism.The 
conditions necessary for realising or fulfilling socio-economic rights do not postulate the 
subversion of political freedom. The reason for this is simple. Socio-economic entitlements 
must yield true benefits to those for whom they are intended. This can be achieved by 
eliminating rent-seeking behaviour and by preventing the capture of social welfare benefits by 
persons who are not entitled to them. Capture of social welfare benefits can be obviated only 
when political systems are transparent and when there is a free flow of information. Opacity 
ensures benefit to those who monopolize scarce economic resources. On the other hand, 
conditions where civil and political freedoms flourish ensure that governmental policies are 
subject to critique and assessment. It is this scrutiny which sub-serves the purpose of 
ensuring that socio-economic benefits actually permeate to the underprivileged for whom they 
are meant. Conditions of freedom and a vibrant assertion of civil and political rights promote a 
constant review of the justness of socio-economic programmes and of their effectiveness in 
addressing deprivation and want. Scrutiny of public affairs is founded upon the existence of 
freedom. Hence civil and political rights and socio-economic rights are complementary and not 
mutually exclusive. 
 
Which of the following statements best conveys the idea of the passage? 
1. Civil and political rights and social and economic rights are opposed to each other. 
2. Political freedom must be compromised to realize rights. 
3. Existence of criticism of government is a proof of vibrant assertion of civil and political 
rights. 
4. Transparency ensures equitable distribution of resources. 
 
Choose the correct code: 
A. 2 and 4 
B. 1 and 2 
C. 1 and 3 
D. 3 and 4 
 
3. Civil and political rights and socio-economic rights do not exist in a state of antagonism. The 
conditions necessary for realising or fulfilling socio-economic rights do not postulate the 
subversion of political freedom. The reason for this is simple. Socio-economic entitlements 
must yield true benefits to those for whom they are intended. This can be achieved by 
eliminating rent-seeking behaviour and by preventing the capture of social welfare benefits by 
persons who are not entitled to them. Capture of social welfare benefits can be obviated only 
when political systems are transparent and when there is a free flow of information. Opacity 
ensures benefit to those who monopolize scarce economic resources. On the other hand, 
conditions where civil and political freedoms flourish ensure that governmental policies are 
subject to critique and assessment. It is this scrutiny which sub-serves the purpose of 
ensuring that socio-economic benefits actually permeate to the underprivileged for whom they 
are meant. Conditions of freedom and a vibrant assertion of civil and political rights promote a 
constant review of the justness of socio-economic programmes and of their effectiveness in 
addressing deprivation and want. Scrutiny of public affairs is founded upon the existence of 
freedom. Hence civil and political rights and socio-economic rights are complementary and not 
mutually exclusive. 
 
According to the passage capture of social benefits . 
A. ensures accountability 
B. must be discouraged to ensure equitable distribution of resources 
C. is an evil necessity 
D. should be encouraged to maintain free flow of information 
 
4. Civil and political rights and socio-economic rights do not exist in a state of antagonism. The 
conditions necessary for realising or fulfilling socio-economic rights do not postulate the 
subversion of political freedom. The reason for this is simple. Socio-economic entitlements 
must yield true benefits to those for whom they are intended. This can be achieved by 
eliminating rent-seeking behaviour and by preventing the capture of social welfare benefits by 
persons who are not entitled to them. Capture of social welfare benefits can be obviated only 
when political systems are transparent and when there is a free flow of information. Opacity 
ensures benefit to those who monopolize scarce economic resources. On the other hand, 
conditions where civil and political freedoms flourish ensure that governmental policies are 
subject to critique and assessment. It is this scrutiny which sub-serves the purpose of 
ensuring that socio-economic benefits actually permeate to the underprivileged for whom they 
are meant. Conditions of freedom and a vibrant assertion of civil and political rights promote a 
constant review of the justness of socio-economic programmes and of their effectiveness in 
addressing deprivation and want. Scrutiny of public affairs is founded upon the existence of 
freedom. Hence civil and political rights and socio-economic rights are complementary and not 
mutually exclusive. 
 
Opacity means: 
A. Ostensible 
B. Transparent 
C. Unclear 
D. Opal like 
 
5. A is the mother of D and sister of B. B has a daughter C who is married to F. G is the 
husband of A. How is G related to D? 
A. Son 
B. Father 
C. Uncle 
D. Husband 
 
6. If the price of a book is first decreased by 25% and then increased by 20%, then the net 
change in the price will be: 
A. 30 
B. 20 
C. 10 
D. 40 
 
7. Which among the following is correctly matched? 
A. Indian Law Institute Bhopal 
B. Central Institute of Indian Languages Chandigarh 
C. Film and Television Institute of India Chennai 
D. National Insurance Academy Pune 
 
8. Which among the following languages was added to the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution 
of India, 1950 through 92nd Amendment Act of 2003? 
A. Manipuri 
B. Nepali 
C. Maithili 
D. Konkani 
 
9. Britishers established Fort St. George as a trading outpost of East India Company in 
A. Varanasi 
B. Chandigarh 
C. Chennai 
D. Jaipur 
 
10. Which among the following cities does not have a bench of the National Green Tribunal? 
A. Ahmadabad 
B. Chennai 
C. Pune 
D. Kolkata 
 
11. Which among the following was chosen as the Oxford Dictionaries Word of the Year in 
2017? 
A. Vape 
B. Post-truth 
C. Emoji 
D. Youth quake 
 
12. Which amongst the following is a committee constituted to inquire into allegations of 
corruption in Indian Premier League? 
A. Satyajit Ray Committee 
B. Shyam Benegal Committee 
C. Justice Mukul Mudgal Committee 
D. Justice Khosla Committee 
 
13. In India, the National Voter’s Day is celebrated on 
A. 25th December 
B. 25th January 
C. 17th March 
D. 17th January 
 
14. If A >B, B>C and C>D, then which of the following conclusions is definitely wrong? 
A. D< A 
B. C< B 
C. A< D 
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DU LL.B 2018 Question Paper 
 
Time: 2 hours       Total Marks: 100 
 
1. Read the following passage carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the 
four alternatives: 
 
Civil and political rights and socio-economic rights do not exist in. a state of antagonism. The 
conditions necessary for realising or fulfilling socio-economic rights do not postulate the 
subversion of political freedom. The reason for this is simple. Socio-economic entitlements 
must yield true benefits to those for whom they are intended. This can. be achieved by 
eliminating rent-seeking behaviour and by preventing the capture of social welfare benefits by 
persons who are not entitled to them. Capture of social welfare benefits can be obviated only 
when political systems are transparent and when there is a free flow of information. Opacity 
ensures benefit to those who monopolize scarce economic resources. On the other hand, 
conditions where civil and political freedoms flourish ensure that governmental policies are 
subject to critique and assessment. It is this scrutiny which sub-serves the purpose of 
ensuring that socio-economic benefits actually permeate to the underprivileged for whom they 
are meant. Conditions of freedom and a vibrant assertion of civil and political rights promote a 
constant review of the justness of socio-economic programmes and of their effectiveness in 
addressing deprivation and want. Scrutiny of public affairs is founded upon the existence of 
freedom. Hence civil and political rights and socio-economic rights are complementary and not 
mutually exclusive. 
 
According to the passage, assertion of rights . 
A. is frowned upon 
B. must be discouraged 
C. promotes just social policies 
D. is desirable 
 
2. Civil and political rights and socio-economic rights do not exist in a state of antagonism.The 
conditions necessary for realising or fulfilling socio-economic rights do not postulate the 
subversion of political freedom. The reason for this is simple. Socio-economic entitlements 
must yield true benefits to those for whom they are intended. This can be achieved by 
eliminating rent-seeking behaviour and by preventing the capture of social welfare benefits by 
persons who are not entitled to them. Capture of social welfare benefits can be obviated only 
when political systems are transparent and when there is a free flow of information. Opacity 
ensures benefit to those who monopolize scarce economic resources. On the other hand, 
conditions where civil and political freedoms flourish ensure that governmental policies are 
subject to critique and assessment. It is this scrutiny which sub-serves the purpose of 
ensuring that socio-economic benefits actually permeate to the underprivileged for whom they 
are meant. Conditions of freedom and a vibrant assertion of civil and political rights promote a 
constant review of the justness of socio-economic programmes and of their effectiveness in 
addressing deprivation and want. Scrutiny of public affairs is founded upon the existence of 
freedom. Hence civil and political rights and socio-economic rights are complementary and not 
mutually exclusive. 
 
Which of the following statements best conveys the idea of the passage? 
1. Civil and political rights and social and economic rights are opposed to each other. 
2. Political freedom must be compromised to realize rights. 
3. Existence of criticism of government is a proof of vibrant assertion of civil and political 
rights. 
4. Transparency ensures equitable distribution of resources. 
 
Choose the correct code: 
A. 2 and 4 
B. 1 and 2 
C. 1 and 3 
D. 3 and 4 
 
3. Civil and political rights and socio-economic rights do not exist in a state of antagonism. The 
conditions necessary for realising or fulfilling socio-economic rights do not postulate the 
subversion of political freedom. The reason for this is simple. Socio-economic entitlements 
must yield true benefits to those for whom they are intended. This can be achieved by 
eliminating rent-seeking behaviour and by preventing the capture of social welfare benefits by 
persons who are not entitled to them. Capture of social welfare benefits can be obviated only 
when political systems are transparent and when there is a free flow of information. Opacity 
ensures benefit to those who monopolize scarce economic resources. On the other hand, 
conditions where civil and political freedoms flourish ensure that governmental policies are 
subject to critique and assessment. It is this scrutiny which sub-serves the purpose of 
ensuring that socio-economic benefits actually permeate to the underprivileged for whom they 
are meant. Conditions of freedom and a vibrant assertion of civil and political rights promote a 
constant review of the justness of socio-economic programmes and of their effectiveness in 
addressing deprivation and want. Scrutiny of public affairs is founded upon the existence of 
freedom. Hence civil and political rights and socio-economic rights are complementary and not 
mutually exclusive. 
 
According to the passage capture of social benefits . 
A. ensures accountability 
B. must be discouraged to ensure equitable distribution of resources 
C. is an evil necessity 
D. should be encouraged to maintain free flow of information 
 
4. Civil and political rights and socio-economic rights do not exist in a state of antagonism. The 
conditions necessary for realising or fulfilling socio-economic rights do not postulate the 
subversion of political freedom. The reason for this is simple. Socio-economic entitlements 
must yield true benefits to those for whom they are intended. This can be achieved by 
eliminating rent-seeking behaviour and by preventing the capture of social welfare benefits by 
persons who are not entitled to them. Capture of social welfare benefits can be obviated only 
when political systems are transparent and when there is a free flow of information. Opacity 
ensures benefit to those who monopolize scarce economic resources. On the other hand, 
conditions where civil and political freedoms flourish ensure that governmental policies are 
subject to critique and assessment. It is this scrutiny which sub-serves the purpose of 
ensuring that socio-economic benefits actually permeate to the underprivileged for whom they 
are meant. Conditions of freedom and a vibrant assertion of civil and political rights promote a 
constant review of the justness of socio-economic programmes and of their effectiveness in 
addressing deprivation and want. Scrutiny of public affairs is founded upon the existence of 
freedom. Hence civil and political rights and socio-economic rights are complementary and not 
mutually exclusive. 
 
Opacity means: 
A. Ostensible 
B. Transparent 
C. Unclear 
D. Opal like 
 
5. A is the mother of D and sister of B. B has a daughter C who is married to F. G is the 
husband of A. How is G related to D? 
A. Son 
B. Father 
C. Uncle 
D. Husband 
 
6. If the price of a book is first decreased by 25% and then increased by 20%, then the net 
change in the price will be: 
A. 30 
B. 20 
C. 10 
D. 40 
 
7. Which among the following is correctly matched? 
A. Indian Law Institute Bhopal 
B. Central Institute of Indian Languages Chandigarh 
C. Film and Television Institute of India Chennai 
D. National Insurance Academy Pune 
 
8. Which among the following languages was added to the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution 
of India, 1950 through 92nd Amendment Act of 2003? 
A. Manipuri 
B. Nepali 
C. Maithili 
D. Konkani 
 
9. Britishers established Fort St. George as a trading outpost of East India Company in 
A. Varanasi 
B. Chandigarh 
C. Chennai 
D. Jaipur 
 
10. Which among the following cities does not have a bench of the National Green Tribunal? 
A. Ahmadabad 
B. Chennai 
C. Pune 
D. Kolkata 
 
11. Which among the following was chosen as the Oxford Dictionaries Word of the Year in 
2017? 
A. Vape 
B. Post-truth 
C. Emoji 
D. Youth quake 
 
12. Which amongst the following is a committee constituted to inquire into allegations of 
corruption in Indian Premier League? 
A. Satyajit Ray Committee 
B. Shyam Benegal Committee 
C. Justice Mukul Mudgal Committee 
D. Justice Khosla Committee 
 
13. In India, the National Voter’s Day is celebrated on 
A. 25th December 
B. 25th January 
C. 17th March 
D. 17th January 
 
14. If A >B, B>C and C>D, then which of the following conclusions is definitely wrong? 
A. D< A 
B. C< B 
C. A< D 
D. B< A 
 
15. Who won the Gold Medal for India in the Women’s 10 metre air pistol event at the XXI 
Commonwealth Games, 2018? 
A. Manika Batra 
B. Punam Yadav 
C. Pooja Sahasrabudhe 
D. Manu Bhaker 
 
16. In a class of 45 students, one of the student ranks 20th. When two more students take 
admission then his rank gets one place down. What is his position from the bottom? 
A. 28 
B. 26 
C. 25 
D. 27 
 
17. Which Schedule of the Constitution of India, 1950 prescribes the forms of oaths or 
affirmations for constitutional functionaries? 
A. Sixth Schedule 
B. Second Schedule 
C. Fifth Schedule 
D. Third Schedule 
 
18. Which provision of the Constitution of India, 1950 deals with legislative powers of the 
President? 
A. Article 123 
B. Article 73 
C. Article 139 
D. Article 59 
 
19. Which provision of the Constitution of India prohibits employment of children below the 
age of fourteen years to be employed in factories? 
A. Article 23 
B. Article 17 
C. Article 27 
D. Article 24 
 
20. Who among the following is the current member of the International Law Commission from 
India? 
A. Nagender Singh 
B. P.S. Rao 
C. Aniruddha Rajput 
D. Dalbir Bhandari