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Question 1 of 30
1. Question
With reference to the ancient history of India, the term ‘Theris’ refer to –
Correct
Solution (a)
Explanation:
Many women who entered the Buddhist sangha became teachers of dhamma and went on to become theris, or respected women who had attained liberation.
The Therigatha is a unique Buddhist text, part of the Sutta Pitaka. It is a collection of verses composed by bhikkhunis. It provides an insight into women’s social and spiritual experiences.
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Solution (a)
Explanation:
Many women who entered the Buddhist sangha became teachers of dhamma and went on to become theris, or respected women who had attained liberation.
The Therigatha is a unique Buddhist text, part of the Sutta Pitaka. It is a collection of verses composed by bhikkhunis. It provides an insight into women’s social and spiritual experiences.
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Question 2 of 30
2. Question
Consider the following statements:
- Worship of images of Buddha is part of Hinayana Buddhism.
- Vajrayana Buddhism includes Tantric practices.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct Worship of images of Buddha and Bodhisattvas is part of Mahayana Buddhism, not the Hinayana or Theravada form of Buddhism. Vajrayana Buddhism refers to a family of Buddhist lineages found primarily in Tibet and Japan, which combine Mahayana ideals with a body of esoteric knowledge and tantric practices. Incorrect
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct Worship of images of Buddha and Bodhisattvas is part of Mahayana Buddhism, not the Hinayana or Theravada form of Buddhism. Vajrayana Buddhism refers to a family of Buddhist lineages found primarily in Tibet and Japan, which combine Mahayana ideals with a body of esoteric knowledge and tantric practices. -
Question 3 of 30
3. Question
Consider the following pairs of terms mentioned in the Sangam literature and their meanings:
Term Description
- Arasar Ruling Class
- Uzhavar Slaves
- Adimai Ploughmen
Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Incorrect Arasar – Ruling Class Uzhavar – Ploughmen Adimai – Slaves Incorrect
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Incorrect Arasar – Ruling Class Uzhavar – Ploughmen Adimai – Slaves -
Question 4 of 30
4. Question
Consider the following pairs of places and their association with the life of Buddha:
Place Significance
- Lumbini Birth of Buddha
- Kusinagara Buddha attained enlightenment
- Sarnath Buddha gave his first sermon
- Bodh Gaya Buddha attained Nirvana
Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Statement 4 Correct Incorrect Correct Incorrect Lumbini – Birth of Buddha Kusinagara – Buddha attained Nirvana Sarnath – Buddha gave his first Sermon Bodh Gaya – Buddha attained enlightenment Incorrect
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Statement 4 Correct Incorrect Correct Incorrect Lumbini – Birth of Buddha Kusinagara – Buddha attained Nirvana Sarnath – Buddha gave his first Sermon Bodh Gaya – Buddha attained enlightenment -
Question 5 of 30
5. Question
Consider the following pairs of Buddhist texts and their focus area:
Text Related to
- Vinaya Pitaka Rules and regulations for those who joined the monastic order
- Sutta Pitaka Philosophical matters
- Abhidhamma Pitaka Buddhist teachings
Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Incorrect Vinaya Pitaka – Rules and regulations for those who joined the monastic order. Sutta Pitaka – Buddhist teachings. Abhidhamma Pitaka – Philosophical matters. Incorrect
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Incorrect Vinaya Pitaka – Rules and regulations for those who joined the monastic order. Sutta Pitaka – Buddhist teachings. Abhidhamma Pitaka – Philosophical matters. -
Question 6 of 30
6. Question
Consider the following statements:
- Vardhaman Mahavira founded Jainism in the sixth century BCE.
- According to Jainism, one could free oneself from the cycle of karma only by renouncing the world.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct The basic philosophy of the Jainas was already in existence in north India before the birth of Vardhamana, who came to be known as Mahavira, in the sixth century BCE. According to Jaina tradition, Mahavira was preceded by 23 other teachers or tirthankaras – literally, those who guide men and women across the river of existence. According to Jaina teachings, the cycle of birth and rebirth is shaped through karma. Asceticism and penance are required to free oneself from the cycle of karma. This can be achieved only by renouncing the world; therefore, monastic existence is a necessary condition of salvation. Incorrect
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct The basic philosophy of the Jainas was already in existence in north India before the birth of Vardhamana, who came to be known as Mahavira, in the sixth century BCE. According to Jaina tradition, Mahavira was preceded by 23 other teachers or tirthankaras – literally, those who guide men and women across the river of existence. According to Jaina teachings, the cycle of birth and rebirth is shaped through karma. Asceticism and penance are required to free oneself from the cycle of karma. This can be achieved only by renouncing the world; therefore, monastic existence is a necessary condition of salvation. -
Question 7 of 30
7. Question
Consider the following pairs of symbols used by sculptures to show buddha and events from his life:
Symbol Significance
- Empty seat Meditation of the Buddha
- Stupa Mahaparinibbana of the Buddha
- Wheel First sermon of the Buddha
Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct Empty seat – Meditation of the Buddha Stupa – Mahaparinibbana of the Buddha Wheel – First sermon of the Buddha Incorrect
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct Empty seat – Meditation of the Buddha Stupa – Mahaparinibbana of the Buddha Wheel – First sermon of the Buddha -
Question 8 of 30
8. Question
Consider the following, with reference to Hsuan Tsang’s account of India during his visit:
- According to him, the brahmanas and kshatriyas led a luxurious life.
- He described agriculture as shudra’s main occupation.
- According to him, Vallabhi in Gujarat became one of the important centres of learning
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct According to Hsuan Tsang, the brahmanas and kshatriyas led a simple life, whereas the nobles and priests lived a luxurious life. He described agriculture as shudra’s main occupation which is somewhat different from the earlier times when shudras’ were mentioned as mainly serving the three higher varnas. As per Hsuan Tsang, Patliputra and Vaishali lost their prime period and Nalanda and Vallabhi emerged as the important learning centres. Incorrect
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct According to Hsuan Tsang, the brahmanas and kshatriyas led a simple life, whereas the nobles and priests lived a luxurious life. He described agriculture as shudra’s main occupation which is somewhat different from the earlier times when shudras’ were mentioned as mainly serving the three higher varnas. As per Hsuan Tsang, Patliputra and Vaishali lost their prime period and Nalanda and Vallabhi emerged as the important learning centres. -
Question 9 of 30
9. Question
Consider the following pairs:
Author Book
- Bhaskaracharya Brahmasputa Siddhanta
- Mahaviracharya Ganit Sara Sangraha
- Varahamihira Brihatsamhita
Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct Bhaskaracharya – Siddhanta Shiromani Mahaviracharya – Ganit Sara Sangraha Varahamihira – Brihatsamhita Incorrect
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct Bhaskaracharya – Siddhanta Shiromani Mahaviracharya – Ganit Sara Sangraha Varahamihira – Brihatsamhita -
Question 10 of 30
10. Question
With reference to the Vajrayana Buddhism, which of the following statements is/are correct?
- It was a form of Buddhism, which appeared in Southern India in the 8th century A. D.
- The Two Truths Doctrine is the central concept of the Vajrayana philosophy.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct It was a form of Buddhism, which appeared in eastern India in the eighth century and was finally established in Tibet in the 11th century, as a result of a mission sent from the great Vajrayana monastery of Vikramshila. The Two Truths Doctrine is the central concept of the Vajrayana practice path and lays down the philosophical basis for its methods. The Two Truths identifies conventional and ultimate truths. Incorrect
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct It was a form of Buddhism, which appeared in eastern India in the eighth century and was finally established in Tibet in the 11th century, as a result of a mission sent from the great Vajrayana monastery of Vikramshila. The Two Truths Doctrine is the central concept of the Vajrayana practice path and lays down the philosophical basis for its methods. The Two Truths identifies conventional and ultimate truths. -
Question 11 of 30
11. Question
In the context of Jainism, consider the following pairs:
Terms Meaning
- Anuvrata Five Mini vows
- Anekantavada The doctrine of manifold aspects
- Arhat The one who attained kaivalya
Which of the pairs given above is/are incorrectly matched?
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct Anuvrata – Five Mini vows which are- Ahimsa (Non-violence), Satya (Truth), Asteya (Non-stealing), Brahmacharya (Chastity) and Aparigraha (Non-possession). Anekantavada – The doctrine of manifold aspects i.e. Theory of plurality. Arhat – The one who attained kaivalya i.e. the one ‘worthy of worship’. Incorrect
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct Anuvrata – Five Mini vows which are- Ahimsa (Non-violence), Satya (Truth), Asteya (Non-stealing), Brahmacharya (Chastity) and Aparigraha (Non-possession). Anekantavada – The doctrine of manifold aspects i.e. Theory of plurality. Arhat – The one who attained kaivalya i.e. the one ‘worthy of worship’. -
Question 12 of 30
12. Question
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the societal division of Sangam dynasties?
- The Sangam text mention the four-fold division of varnas i.e. Brahmins, Kshatriya, Vaishyas and Sudras.
- The ruling class often had marriage alliances with the rich peasant class.
- Many brahmans functioned as poets and rewarded generously by peasants.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct The Kshatriya and vaishyas do not appear as regular varna in the Sangam texts. The ruling class often had marriage alliances with the rich peasant class. Many brahmans functioned as poets and rewarded generously by peasants. Incorrect
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct The Kshatriya and vaishyas do not appear as regular varna in the Sangam texts. The ruling class often had marriage alliances with the rich peasant class. Many brahmans functioned as poets and rewarded generously by peasants. -
Question 13 of 30
13. Question
Which among the following statements is/are correct regarding conditions and culture of India in ancient time as provided in Megasthene’s Indica?
- Indians were divided into seven castes.
- There was practice of providing harsh punishments like amputation of limbs, death penalty.
- Irrigation was practiced widely.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct Megasthene says Indians were divided into seven castes viz.; Brahmins, Kshatriya, peasants, herdsmen, artisans, administrators, and councilors. There was practice of providing harsh punishments like amputation of limbs, death penalty. It talks about India’s location, dimensions and geography. India has very fertile plains and irrigation is practiced widely. Incorrect
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct Megasthene says Indians were divided into seven castes viz.; Brahmins, Kshatriya, peasants, herdsmen, artisans, administrators, and councilors. There was practice of providing harsh punishments like amputation of limbs, death penalty. It talks about India’s location, dimensions and geography. India has very fertile plains and irrigation is practiced widely. -
Question 14 of 30
14. Question
Match list I with list II and select the correct answer using the code given below:
List I (Literary/Poetic work) List II (Famous writers)
- Buddhacharita Harisena
- Milind Panho Nagsena
- Saundarananda Ashvaghosa
- Abhijatshakuntalam Kalidasa
Which of the pairs given above is/are incorrectly matched?
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Statement 4 Incorrect Correct Correct Correct Buddhacharita – Banabhatta Milind Panho – Nagsena Saundarananda – Ashvaghosa Abhijatshakuntalam – Kalidasa Incorrect
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Statement 4 Incorrect Correct Correct Correct Buddhacharita – Banabhatta Milind Panho – Nagsena Saundarananda – Ashvaghosa Abhijatshakuntalam – Kalidasa -
Question 15 of 30
15. Question
Which of the following statements represent the account of Fa-Hien?
- The administration of the Guptas was liberal, the people enjoyed economic prosperity and the burden of taxes on them was not heavy.
- Capital punishment was not given at all.
- The public highways were secure and free from the menace of thieves and dacoits.
Select the correct option using the codes given below:
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct The administration of the Guptas was liberal, the people enjoyed economic prosperity and the burden of taxes on them was not heavy. Capital punishment was not given at all. The public highways were secure and free from the menace of thieves and dacoits. Incorrect
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct The administration of the Guptas was liberal, the people enjoyed economic prosperity and the burden of taxes on them was not heavy. Capital punishment was not given at all. The public highways were secure and free from the menace of thieves and dacoits. -
Question 16 of 30
16. Question
Which of the following are considered as Triratnas under Jainism?
- Right faith
- Right livelihood
- Right knowledge
- Right speech
- Right conduct
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Correct
Solution (c)
Explanation:
Teachings of Mahavira:
The three principles of Jainism, also known as Triratnas (three gems) are:
- Right faith
- Right knowledge
- Right conduct.
Incorrect
Solution (c)
Explanation:
Teachings of Mahavira:
The three principles of Jainism, also known as Triratnas (three gems) are:
- Right faith
- Right knowledge
- Right conduct.
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Question 17 of 30
17. Question
Which of the following is/are the causes for the Decline of Buddhism in India?
- The revival of Brahmanism and the rise of Bhagavatism.
- The Buddhists began to adopt Sanskrit, the language of the elite.
- The practice of idol worship.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct The revival of Brahmanism and the rise of Bhagavatism. The use of Pali, the language of the masses as the language of Buddhism was given up from the 1st century A.D. The Buddhists began to adopt Sanskrit, the language of the elite. After the birth of Mahayana Buddhism, the practice of idol worship and making offerings led to the deterioration of moral standards. Incorrect
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct The revival of Brahmanism and the rise of Bhagavatism. The use of Pali, the language of the masses as the language of Buddhism was given up from the 1st century A.D. The Buddhists began to adopt Sanskrit, the language of the elite. After the birth of Mahayana Buddhism, the practice of idol worship and making offerings led to the deterioration of moral standards. -
Question 18 of 30
18. Question
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct Sufis represent the inner side of the Islam creed. It stresses on self-realization, tolerance, righteousness and universal love for all. The Sufis tried to purify their inner self by rigid introspection and mental struggle. Correct
Test explained
Incorrect
Test explained
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Question 19 of 30
19. Question
Consider the following statements with regard to Nayanars and Alvars:
- They belonged to all castes including untouchables.
- They were sharply critical of the Buddhists and Jainas.
- Songs of Nayanars were compiled in Divya Prabandham and songs of Alvars were compiled in Tevaram and Tiruvacakam.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect The seventh to ninth centuries saw the emergence of new religious movements, led by the Nayanars (saints devoted to Shiva) and Alvars (saints devoted to Vishnu) who came from all castes including those considered “untouchable” like the Pulaiyar and the Panars. Nayanars and Alvars were sharply critical of the Buddhists and Jainas and preached ardent love of Shiva or Vishnu as the path to salvation. Tevaram and Tiruvacakam were compilations of songs composed by Nayanars and Divya Prabandham was a compilation of the songs composed by Alvars. Incorrect
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect The seventh to ninth centuries saw the emergence of new religious movements, led by the Nayanars (saints devoted to Shiva) and Alvars (saints devoted to Vishnu) who came from all castes including those considered “untouchable” like the Pulaiyar and the Panars. Nayanars and Alvars were sharply critical of the Buddhists and Jainas and preached ardent love of Shiva or Vishnu as the path to salvation. Tevaram and Tiruvacakam were compilations of songs composed by Nayanars and Divya Prabandham was a compilation of the songs composed by Alvars. -
Question 20 of 30
20. Question
Consider the following statements:
- Brahmasputa Siddhanta is the very first book that mentioned ‘zero’ as a number.
- Varahamihira observed in Brihat Samhita that the moon rotated around the earth.
- Charaksamhita mentions 121 surgical instruments.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect Zero was discovered in India in the second century BC. Brahmagupta’s Brahmasputa Siddhanta is the very first book that mentioned ‘zero’ as a number, hence, Brahmagupta is considered as the man who found zero. He gave rules of using zero with other numbers. Aryabhatta discovered algebra and also formulated the area of a triangle, which led to the origin of Trigonometry. Varahamihira’s Brihatsamhita of the sixth century AD is a pioneering work in the field of astronomy. His observation that the moon rotated around the earth and the earth rotated around the sun found recognition and later discoveries were based on this assertio. From 600 BC, the period of rational sciences started. Takshila and Varanasi emerged as centres of medicine and learning. The two important texts in this field are Charak samhita by Charak and Sushrut samhita by Sushruta. The plants and herbs used for medicinal purposes have been mentioned in Charak Samhita. Sushruta was a pioneer of surgery and mentions 121 surgical instruments in Sushruta Samhita. Incorrect
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect Zero was discovered in India in the second century BC. Brahmagupta’s Brahmasputa Siddhanta is the very first book that mentioned ‘zero’ as a number, hence, Brahmagupta is considered as the man who found zero. He gave rules of using zero with other numbers. Aryabhatta discovered algebra and also formulated the area of a triangle, which led to the origin of Trigonometry. Varahamihira’s Brihatsamhita of the sixth century AD is a pioneering work in the field of astronomy. His observation that the moon rotated around the earth and the earth rotated around the sun found recognition and later discoveries were based on this assertio. From 600 BC, the period of rational sciences started. Takshila and Varanasi emerged as centres of medicine and learning. The two important texts in this field are Charak samhita by Charak and Sushrut samhita by Sushruta. The plants and herbs used for medicinal purposes have been mentioned in Charak Samhita. Sushruta was a pioneer of surgery and mentions 121 surgical instruments in Sushruta Samhita. -
Question 21 of 30
21. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Pacific ‘Ring of Fire’
- It is home to half of world’s volcanoes
- The volcanic island arcs are always parallel and seaward of the trenches
- The area contains Phillippine Plate, Cocos Plate and Nazca Plate
Choose the correct statements
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Incorrect Correct The Pacific ‘Ring of Fire’ or Pacific rim, or the Circum-Pacific Belt, is an area along the Pacific Ocean that is characterised by active volcanoes and frequent earthquakes. It is home to about 75 per cent of the world’s volcanoes – more than 450 volcanoes. Also, about 90 per cent of the world’s earthquakes occur here. The volcanic island arcs are parallel to, and always landward of, the trenches. For example, the island arc associated with the Aleutian Trench is represented by the long chain of volcanoes that make up the Aleutian Islands. The area is along several tectonic plates including the Pacific plate, Philippine Plate, Juan de Fuca plate, Cocos plate, Nazca plate, and North American plate. The movement of these plates or tectonic activity makes the area witness abundant earthquakes and tsunamis every year. Context – There was an Earthquake along the Ring of Fire region
Incorrect
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Incorrect Correct The Pacific ‘Ring of Fire’ or Pacific rim, or the Circum-Pacific Belt, is an area along the Pacific Ocean that is characterised by active volcanoes and frequent earthquakes. It is home to about 75 per cent of the world’s volcanoes – more than 450 volcanoes. Also, about 90 per cent of the world’s earthquakes occur here. The volcanic island arcs are parallel to, and always landward of, the trenches. For example, the island arc associated with the Aleutian Trench is represented by the long chain of volcanoes that make up the Aleutian Islands. The area is along several tectonic plates including the Pacific plate, Philippine Plate, Juan de Fuca plate, Cocos plate, Nazca plate, and North American plate. The movement of these plates or tectonic activity makes the area witness abundant earthquakes and tsunamis every year. Context – There was an Earthquake along the Ring of Fire region
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Question 22 of 30
22. Question
Consider the following statements regarding ‘Shyama Prasad Mukherji Rurban Mission (SPMRM)’
- The scheme aims to bridge the rural-urban divide with respect to economic, technological and those related to facilities and services
- It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme which is now shared between the Centre and the State in a ratio of 60:40 for Plain area States and 75:25 for Himalayan and NE States
- Ministry of Housing and Urban affairs is the nodal ministry for this mission
Select the correct statement(s)
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Incorrect The objective of the Shyama Prasad Mukherji Rurban Mission (SPMRM) is to stimulate local economic development, enhance basic services, and create well planned Rurban clusters and to bridge the rural-urban divide with respect to economic, technological and those related to facilities and services Upon being re-classified as a Centrally Sponsored Scheme which is now shared between the Centre and the State in a ratio of 60:40 for Plain area States and 90:10 for Himalayan and NE States The Ministry of Rural Development is implementing Shyama Prasad Mukherji Rurban Mission (SPMRM) to deliver catalytic interventions to rural areas on the threshold of urban growth. Context – The mission was in news
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Incorrect The objective of the Shyama Prasad Mukherji Rurban Mission (SPMRM) is to stimulate local economic development, enhance basic services, and create well planned Rurban clusters and to bridge the rural-urban divide with respect to economic, technological and those related to facilities and services Upon being re-classified as a Centrally Sponsored Scheme which is now shared between the Centre and the State in a ratio of 60:40 for Plain area States and 90:10 for Himalayan and NE States The Ministry of Rural Development is implementing Shyama Prasad Mukherji Rurban Mission (SPMRM) to deliver catalytic interventions to rural areas on the threshold of urban growth. Context – The mission was in news
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Question 23 of 30
23. Question
The experiment will employ a powerful telescope positioned at 1.5 million kilometers from Earth at Lagrange 2 point where it intends to find out the origins of the universe and Earth-like planets beyond our solar system. The experiment in question refers to
Correct
Solution (b)
James Webb Space Telescope is the world’s most powerful space telescope which is headed to an outpost 1.5 million kilometres from Earth. It is expected to help scientists understand more about the origins of the Universe and Earth-like planets beyond our solar system. It is located at Lagrange 2 point and was chosen in part because it will keep the Earth, Sun and the Moon all on the same side of the sun shield.
Context – James Webb Telescope was launched.
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Solution (b)
James Webb Space Telescope is the world’s most powerful space telescope which is headed to an outpost 1.5 million kilometres from Earth. It is expected to help scientists understand more about the origins of the Universe and Earth-like planets beyond our solar system. It is located at Lagrange 2 point and was chosen in part because it will keep the Earth, Sun and the Moon all on the same side of the sun shield.
Context – James Webb Telescope was launched.
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Question 24 of 30
24. Question
Consider the following statements regarding ‘Tai Khamti’ people
- They follow Mahayana Buddhism and live in Arunachal Pradesh and Assam.
- They waged a war against British much before the First War of Independence.
Choose the correct statements:
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct The Tai Khamti people follow Theravada Buddhism and number a little more than 1,00,000 today live in areas straddling Arunachal Pradesh and Assam They waged a war against British in 1839 much before the First War of India’s Independence took place in 1857. It resulted in the death of 80 British soldiers including Col. Adam White Context – Arunachal Pradesh’s Chief Minister called this movement – ‘The First War of Indian Independence’
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct The Tai Khamti people follow Theravada Buddhism and number a little more than 1,00,000 today live in areas straddling Arunachal Pradesh and Assam They waged a war against British in 1839 much before the First War of India’s Independence took place in 1857. It resulted in the death of 80 British soldiers including Col. Adam White Context – Arunachal Pradesh’s Chief Minister called this movement – ‘The First War of Indian Independence’
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Question 25 of 30
25. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to Algo trading:
- It is a computer assisted buying and selling of stocks
- Mobile trading is a form of Algo trading
- Algo trading strategy and programme should be approved by the Stock Exchange before they are deployed by traders
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct Algorithmic trading or Algo trading is computer assisted buying and selling of stocks. It is also known as automated or programmed trading since pre-programmed computer strategies execute buy and sell trades depending on set parameters, instructions or market pattern and conditions. Mobile trading is also a form of algo trading, where orders are executed via apps. Order execution without human intervention is an advanced form of algo trading. Each algo strategy, whether used by broker or client, has to be approved by exchange and as is the current practice, each algo strategy has to be certified by Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)/ Diploma in Information System Audit (DISA) auditors Context – SEBI proposed to regulate Algo trading.
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct Algorithmic trading or Algo trading is computer assisted buying and selling of stocks. It is also known as automated or programmed trading since pre-programmed computer strategies execute buy and sell trades depending on set parameters, instructions or market pattern and conditions. Mobile trading is also a form of algo trading, where orders are executed via apps. Order execution without human intervention is an advanced form of algo trading. Each algo strategy, whether used by broker or client, has to be approved by exchange and as is the current practice, each algo strategy has to be certified by Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)/ Diploma in Information System Audit (DISA) auditors Context – SEBI proposed to regulate Algo trading.
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Question 26 of 30
26. Question
Determine the probability that a digit chosen at random from the digits 1, 2, 3, …12 will be odd.
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Solution (a)
Total no. of Digits = 12.
Equally likely cases = 12. There are six odd digits.
Probability = 6 / 12 = 1 / 2
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Solution (a)
Total no. of Digits = 12.
Equally likely cases = 12. There are six odd digits.
Probability = 6 / 12 = 1 / 2
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Question 27 of 30
27. Question
A coin is tossed four times, if H = head and T = tail, what is the probability of the tosses coming up in the order HTHH?
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Solution (c)
Coin is tossed four times. The total possible outcomes = 16.
Favorable outcomes = 1.
Because HTHH can come only in one way, Probability = 1 / 16
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Solution (c)
Coin is tossed four times. The total possible outcomes = 16.
Favorable outcomes = 1.
Because HTHH can come only in one way, Probability = 1 / 16
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Question 28 of 30
28. Question
If a dice is thrown twice, what is the probability of not getting a one on either throw?
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Solution (c)
Out of total 36 possible outcomes,
1/6 +5/6*1/6 = 11/36
1/6 you get 1 in first hit , 5/6 * 1/6 you dont get it in first but get a 1 in second hit.
Getting 1 on either draw can happen in 11/36 ways = ( 1/6 + 1/6 * 5/6)
Reqd. Probability = 1 – (Probability of Getting one on either draw) = 1 – 11 / 36 = 25 / 36
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Solution (c)
Out of total 36 possible outcomes,
1/6 +5/6*1/6 = 11/36
1/6 you get 1 in first hit , 5/6 * 1/6 you dont get it in first but get a 1 in second hit.
Getting 1 on either draw can happen in 11/36 ways = ( 1/6 + 1/6 * 5/6)
Reqd. Probability = 1 – (Probability of Getting one on either draw) = 1 – 11 / 36 = 25 / 36
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Question 29 of 30
29. Question
Two dice are thrown, what is the probability that both the dices are not having the same number.
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Solution (b)
Total possible outcomes = 36.
Favorable outcomes of having same number = 6 [(1, 1) (2, 2) (3, 3) (4, 4) (5, 5) (6, 6)]. Probability of both the dices having same number = 6 / 36 = 1 / 6
Required probability = 1 – 1 / 6 = 5 / 6
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Solution (b)
Total possible outcomes = 36.
Favorable outcomes of having same number = 6 [(1, 1) (2, 2) (3, 3) (4, 4) (5, 5) (6, 6)]. Probability of both the dices having same number = 6 / 36 = 1 / 6
Required probability = 1 – 1 / 6 = 5 / 6
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Question 30 of 30
30. Question
Read the following passage and answer the items that follow. Your answer to these items should be based on the passages only
A recent study, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, has shown that high-level mathematical reasoning rests on a set of brain areas that do not overlap with the classical left-hemisphere regions involved in verbal semantics. Instead, all domains of mathematics tested (algebra, analysis, geometry, and topology) recruit a bilateral network, of prefrontal, parietal, and inferior temporal regions, which is also activated when mathematicians or non-mathematicians recognize and manipulate numbers mentally. These results suggest that high-level mathematical thinking makes minimal use of language areas and instead recruits circuits initially involved in space and number. This result may explain why knowledge of number and space, during early childhood, predicts mathematical achievement.
Q.30) Which of the following best captures the central idea of the passage?
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Solution (a)
Option a – High-level mathematical expertise and basic number sense share common roots in a non-linguistic brain circuit.
This option seems to convey all the three key ideas in the paragraph, summarising it well. High level mathematical thinking uses a non-linguistic circuit, and shares common roots with basic number sense.
Option b – Regardless of domain- algebra, analysis, geometry or topology- mathematicians recognizes and manipulates numbers mentally.
This is not an idea that features in the paragraph.
Option c – Classic left-hemisphere regions involved in verbal semantics are not as well developed in mathematicians as the brain areas involving number and space.
The paragraph does not suggest that mathematicians do not have good language abilities. It merely states that language ability is not required for high level mathematics.
Option d – The mathematical achievement of an individual can be predicted based on his knowledge of number, space and language during childhood.
Option d includes language capability along with ‘knowledge of number and space’ as an indicator of mathematical achievement in adult life, whereas the paragraph clearly states that mathematical achievement is not dependent on language.
So, option a is the best option to summarize the paragraph.
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Solution (a)
Option a – High-level mathematical expertise and basic number sense share common roots in a non-linguistic brain circuit.
This option seems to convey all the three key ideas in the paragraph, summarising it well. High level mathematical thinking uses a non-linguistic circuit, and shares common roots with basic number sense.
Option b – Regardless of domain- algebra, analysis, geometry or topology- mathematicians recognizes and manipulates numbers mentally.
This is not an idea that features in the paragraph.
Option c – Classic left-hemisphere regions involved in verbal semantics are not as well developed in mathematicians as the brain areas involving number and space.
The paragraph does not suggest that mathematicians do not have good language abilities. It merely states that language ability is not required for high level mathematics.
Option d – The mathematical achievement of an individual can be predicted based on his knowledge of number, space and language during childhood.
Option d includes language capability along with ‘knowledge of number and space’ as an indicator of mathematical achievement in adult life, whereas the paragraph clearly states that mathematical achievement is not dependent on language.
So, option a is the best option to summarize the paragraph.
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