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Question 1 of 30
1. Question
Which of the following changes are irreversible in nature?
- Freezing of water to ice.
- Conversion of milk to curd.
- Melting of chocolate.
- Conversion of raw eggs to boiled eggs.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Statement 4 Incorrect Correct Incorrect Correct Reversible Irreversible Reversible Irreversible Incorrect
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Statement 4 Incorrect Correct Incorrect Correct Reversible Irreversible Reversible Irreversible -
Question 2 of 30
2. Question
In an atom, the order of filling up of the orbitals is governed by –
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Solution (b)
Explanation:
Aufbau’s Principle:
- It states that in the ground state of an atom or ion, electrons fill atomic orbitals of the lowest available energy levels before occupying higher levels.
- It also states that the filling of different electron subshells is by order of increasing energy following the (n + 1) rule.
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Solution (b)
Explanation:
Aufbau’s Principle:
- It states that in the ground state of an atom or ion, electrons fill atomic orbitals of the lowest available energy levels before occupying higher levels.
- It also states that the filling of different electron subshells is by order of increasing energy following the (n + 1) rule.
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Question 3 of 30
3. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Bleaching powder:
- It is used for disinfecting water.
- It is also known as sodium bicarbonate.
- It acts as a reducing agent in many chemical industries.
Select the incorrect answer using the code given below:
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Incorrect Bleaching powder is used as a disinfectant and germicide. It liberates Chlorine on exposure to the atmosphere which destroys the germs. Bleaching powder is chemically calcium oxychloride (CaOCl2). Bleaching powder is manufactured using Backmann’s plant. Slaked lime and Chlorine are used in this process to produce bleaching Powder. Hence, it is also known as chlorinated lime. Bleaching powder is little acidic and also produces oxygen when it is added. Thus, it acts as an oxidizing (not reducing) and a bleaching agent in many chemical industries. Incorrect
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Incorrect Bleaching powder is used as a disinfectant and germicide. It liberates Chlorine on exposure to the atmosphere which destroys the germs. Bleaching powder is chemically calcium oxychloride (CaOCl2). Bleaching powder is manufactured using Backmann’s plant. Slaked lime and Chlorine are used in this process to produce bleaching Powder. Hence, it is also known as chlorinated lime. Bleaching powder is little acidic and also produces oxygen when it is added. Thus, it acts as an oxidizing (not reducing) and a bleaching agent in many chemical industries. -
Question 4 of 30
4. Question
Which of the following is/are an example of Exothermic reaction?
- Photosynthesis
- Rusting of Iron
- Respiration
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct Photosynthesis is an endothermic reaction because sunlight (heat energy) is being absorbed during the reaction. An exothermic reaction occurs when a piece of iron rusts. Rust is iron oxide (Fe2O3) which is produced by the reaction of iron (Fe) with oxygen (O2). This reaction releases heat and is therefore, exothermic. Respiration is considered as an exothermic reaction because in respiration, oxidation of glucose takes place which produces heat energy. Incorrect
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct Photosynthesis is an endothermic reaction because sunlight (heat energy) is being absorbed during the reaction. An exothermic reaction occurs when a piece of iron rusts. Rust is iron oxide (Fe2O3) which is produced by the reaction of iron (Fe) with oxygen (O2). This reaction releases heat and is therefore, exothermic. Respiration is considered as an exothermic reaction because in respiration, oxidation of glucose takes place which produces heat energy. -
Question 5 of 30
5. Question
Which of the following is/are the reasons that help water in extinguishing fire in a burning building?
- It lowers down the temperature of burning material.
- It cut off the supply of the oxygen.
- It eliminates the supply of fuel which is burning to cause the fire.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect The water cools the combustible material so that its temperature is brought below its ignition temperature. This prevents the fire from spreading. The water vapours also surround the combustible material, helping in cutting off the supply of air. Since it is building itself that is burning and is thus acting as the fuel for the fire, it cannot be eliminated. Thus, water does not eliminate fuel to extinguish fire. Incorrect
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect The water cools the combustible material so that its temperature is brought below its ignition temperature. This prevents the fire from spreading. The water vapours also surround the combustible material, helping in cutting off the supply of air. Since it is building itself that is burning and is thus acting as the fuel for the fire, it cannot be eliminated. Thus, water does not eliminate fuel to extinguish fire. -
Question 6 of 30
6. Question
Which could be the most appropriate explanation for pressure cooker cooking food faster?
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Solution (a)
Explanation:
Pressure Cooker:
- The boiling point of a liquid depends on external pressure. When the atmospheric pressure is 76 cm of mercury, water boils at 100°C.
- But when the pressure is increased, the boiling point of water is raised. For example, at two atmospheric pressure, water boils at 120°C.
- In a pressure cooker, water boils at temperatures higher than 100°C due to increased pressure. The increased boiling temperature allows water to hold more heat which cooks food faster.
- At higher altitudes, atmospheric pressure is reduced. This lowers the boiling point of water and food takes much longer to cook. Thus, a pressure cooker becomes more essential for cooking on hill stations.
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Solution (a)
Explanation:
Pressure Cooker:
- The boiling point of a liquid depends on external pressure. When the atmospheric pressure is 76 cm of mercury, water boils at 100°C.
- But when the pressure is increased, the boiling point of water is raised. For example, at two atmospheric pressure, water boils at 120°C.
- In a pressure cooker, water boils at temperatures higher than 100°C due to increased pressure. The increased boiling temperature allows water to hold more heat which cooks food faster.
- At higher altitudes, atmospheric pressure is reduced. This lowers the boiling point of water and food takes much longer to cook. Thus, a pressure cooker becomes more essential for cooking on hill stations.
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Question 7 of 30
7. Question
What happens if water is cooled from 8°C to 0°C?
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Solution (c)
Explanation:
Anomalous expansion of Water:
- A common observation seen in the behaviour of the substances is that they expand when heated as the density decreases and vice versa takes place when the material is cooled. This is how substances generally react to heat.
- The general tendency of cold water remains unchanged until 4°C. The density of water gradually increases as you cool it. When you reach 4°C, it’s density reaches a maximum.
- When you cool it further to make some ice, i.e., 0°C, water expands with a further drop in temperature, meaning the density of water decreases when you cool it from 4°C to 0°C.
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Solution (c)
Explanation:
Anomalous expansion of Water:
- A common observation seen in the behaviour of the substances is that they expand when heated as the density decreases and vice versa takes place when the material is cooled. This is how substances generally react to heat.
- The general tendency of cold water remains unchanged until 4°C. The density of water gradually increases as you cool it. When you reach 4°C, it’s density reaches a maximum.
- When you cool it further to make some ice, i.e., 0°C, water expands with a further drop in temperature, meaning the density of water decreases when you cool it from 4°C to 0°C.
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Question 8 of 30
8. Question
Which of the following correctly describes essential fatty acids?
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Solution (c)
Explanation:
Essential Fatty Acids:
- Our body requires a large number of fatty acids.
- Most of the fatty acids needed by our body can be prepared from carbohydrates present in our body by the body cells. Those fatty acids which can be prepared within the body from carbohydrates are called non-essential fatty acids.
- Some of the fatty acids, however, cannot be synthesized by our body cells. Those fatty acids which cannot be synthesized within our body from carbohydrates are called essential fatty acids.
- The essential fatty acids have to be supplied by the food that we eat.
- Essential fatty acids are present in almost all plant foods and all vegetable oils. Thus, any normal diet can provide all the essential fatty acids to our body.
- Essential fatty acids are unsaturated fatty acids.
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Solution (c)
Explanation:
Essential Fatty Acids:
- Our body requires a large number of fatty acids.
- Most of the fatty acids needed by our body can be prepared from carbohydrates present in our body by the body cells. Those fatty acids which can be prepared within the body from carbohydrates are called non-essential fatty acids.
- Some of the fatty acids, however, cannot be synthesized by our body cells. Those fatty acids which cannot be synthesized within our body from carbohydrates are called essential fatty acids.
- The essential fatty acids have to be supplied by the food that we eat.
- Essential fatty acids are present in almost all plant foods and all vegetable oils. Thus, any normal diet can provide all the essential fatty acids to our body.
- Essential fatty acids are unsaturated fatty acids.
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Question 9 of 30
9. Question
Arrange the following in increasing order of their basicity:
- Gastric Juice
- Pure water
- Lemon Juice
- Sodium Hydroxide solution
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
1 3 2 4 Gastric Juice Lemon Juice Pure Water Sodium Hydroxide Solution pH 1.5 – 3.5 pH 2 – 3 pH 7 pH 12 Incorrect
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
1 3 2 4 Gastric Juice Lemon Juice Pure Water Sodium Hydroxide Solution pH 1.5 – 3.5 pH 2 – 3 pH 7 pH 12 -
Question 10 of 30
10. Question
Match the following:
List-I List-II
- Tamarind 1 Lactic Acid
- Sour Milk (Curd) 2 Methanoic Acid
- Nettle Sting 3 Oxalic Acid
- Tomato 4 Tartaric Acid
Select the correct code using the code given below:
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
A. Tamarind B. Sour Milk (Curd) C. Nettle Sting D. Tomato 4 1 2 3 Tartaric Acid Lactic Acid Methanoic Acid Oxalic Acid Incorrect
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
A. Tamarind B. Sour Milk (Curd) C. Nettle Sting D. Tomato 4 1 2 3 Tartaric Acid Lactic Acid Methanoic Acid Oxalic Acid -
Question 11 of 30
11. Question
What could be the possible reason for the use of yeasts in wine and beer industry?
Correct
Solution (b)
Explanation:
Yeasts:
- Yeasts are single-celled organisms. They respire anaerobically and during this process yield alcohol. They are, therefore, used to make wine and beer.
- Organisms such as yeast that can survive in the absence of air. They are called anaerobes. They get energy through anaerobic respiration. In the absence of oxygen, glucose breaks down into alcohol and carbon dioxide, as given below:
- Glucose → alcohol + carbon dioxide + energy (In absence of Oxygen)
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Solution (b)
Explanation:
Yeasts:
- Yeasts are single-celled organisms. They respire anaerobically and during this process yield alcohol. They are, therefore, used to make wine and beer.
- Organisms such as yeast that can survive in the absence of air. They are called anaerobes. They get energy through anaerobic respiration. In the absence of oxygen, glucose breaks down into alcohol and carbon dioxide, as given below:
- Glucose → alcohol + carbon dioxide + energy (In absence of Oxygen)
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Question 12 of 30
12. Question
In a dry cell (battery), which of the following are used as electrolytes?
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Solution (d)
Explanation:
- A dry cell is a type of electric battery, commonly used for portable electrical devices. Unlike wet cell batteries, which have a liquid electrolyte, dry cells use an electrolyte in the form of a paste, and are thus less susceptible to leakage.
- Ammonium chloride and Zinc chloride are used as electrolytes in such dry cell (battery).
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Solution (d)
Explanation:
- A dry cell is a type of electric battery, commonly used for portable electrical devices. Unlike wet cell batteries, which have a liquid electrolyte, dry cells use an electrolyte in the form of a paste, and are thus less susceptible to leakage.
- Ammonium chloride and Zinc chloride are used as electrolytes in such dry cell (battery).
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Question 13 of 30
13. Question
Consider the following statements:
- Fats contain less proportion of oxygen as compare to carbohydrates.
- Carbohydrates provide more energy as provided by the same amount of fats.
- Saturated fats are solid at room temperature.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Correct The fats are actually made up of the same three elements, carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, of which the carbohydrates are made. The difference lies in the fact that fats contain less proportion of oxygen as compared to carbohydrates. Fats provide twice as much energy as provided by a same amount of carbohydrates. The fats containing saturated fatty acids are called saturated fats. Saturated fats have higher melting points, so they solidify at room temperature. Saturated fatty acids occur in animal fats, vanaspati ghee (like Dalda) and butter. Incorrect
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Correct The fats are actually made up of the same three elements, carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, of which the carbohydrates are made. The difference lies in the fact that fats contain less proportion of oxygen as compared to carbohydrates. Fats provide twice as much energy as provided by a same amount of carbohydrates. The fats containing saturated fatty acids are called saturated fats. Saturated fats have higher melting points, so they solidify at room temperature. Saturated fatty acids occur in animal fats, vanaspati ghee (like Dalda) and butter. -
Question 14 of 30
14. Question
Which one of the following elements is alloyed with iron to produce steel which can resist high temperatures and also have high hardness and abrasion resistance?
Correct
Solution (d)
Explanation:
- Chromium is alloyed with iron to produce steel which can resist high temperatures and also have high hardness and abrasion resistance.
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Solution (d)
Explanation:
- Chromium is alloyed with iron to produce steel which can resist high temperatures and also have high hardness and abrasion resistance.
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Question 15 of 30
15. Question
Consider the following statements regarding proteins:
- Proteins are made of amino-acids which are the only source of nitrogen in the body.
- Plant foods such as pulses, nuts and seeds are foods of low biological value.
- Consumption of excess protein cause a disease called ‘Kwashiorkor’.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect Proteins are made of amino-acids which are the only source of nitrogen in the body. Nitrogen is essential for replacement of body cells and for growth. Nitrogen cannot be stored in the body so it must be included in everyday intake of food. Low biological value foods don’t contain enough indispensable amino acids. Plant foods, such as pulses, nuts and seeds, are in this group. Kwashiorkor (meaning red haired) is a type of malnutrition caused by severely inadequate amount of protein in diet. Incorrect
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect Proteins are made of amino-acids which are the only source of nitrogen in the body. Nitrogen is essential for replacement of body cells and for growth. Nitrogen cannot be stored in the body so it must be included in everyday intake of food. Low biological value foods don’t contain enough indispensable amino acids. Plant foods, such as pulses, nuts and seeds, are in this group. Kwashiorkor (meaning red haired) is a type of malnutrition caused by severely inadequate amount of protein in diet. -
Question 16 of 30
16. Question
22 Carat of a pure gold means:
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Solution (b)
Explanation:
Purity of Gold:
- Pure gold, known as 24 carat gold, is very soft. It is, therefore, not suitable for making jewellery.
- It is alloyed with either silver or copper to make it hard. Generally, in India, 22 carat gold is used for making ornaments.
- It means that 22 parts of pure gold is alloyed with 2 parts of either copper or silver.
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Solution (b)
Explanation:
Purity of Gold:
- Pure gold, known as 24 carat gold, is very soft. It is, therefore, not suitable for making jewellery.
- It is alloyed with either silver or copper to make it hard. Generally, in India, 22 carat gold is used for making ornaments.
- It means that 22 parts of pure gold is alloyed with 2 parts of either copper or silver.
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Question 17 of 30
17. Question
Consider the following statements with reference to Buckyball:
- They are composed of carbon atoms linked to three other carbon atoms by covalent bonds.
- They are very good electron acceptors that can be used in increasing the efficiency of solar cells.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct They are composed of carbon atoms linked to three other carbon atoms by covalent bonds. They are very good electron acceptors that can be used in increasing the efficiency of solar cells. Buckyball:
- Buckyball or Buckminster fullerene is a type of fullerene with the formula C60.
- It has a cage-like fused-ring structure that resembles a soccer ball, made of twenty hexagons and twelve pentagons.
- It was one of the first nanoparticles discovered in 1985 by a trio of researchers working out of Rice University named Richard Smalley, Harry Kroto, and Robert Curl.
- Buckyballs are composed of carbon atoms linked to three other carbon atoms by covalent bonds.
- The covalent bonds between carbon atoms make buckyballs very strong, and the carbon atoms readily form covalent bonds with a variety of other atoms.
- Buckyballs are used in composites to strengthen material.
- Buckyballs have the electrical property of being very good electron acceptors.
- This feature is useful, for example, in increasing the efficiency of solar cells in transforming sunlight into electricity.
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct They are composed of carbon atoms linked to three other carbon atoms by covalent bonds. They are very good electron acceptors that can be used in increasing the efficiency of solar cells. Buckyball:
- Buckyball or Buckminster fullerene is a type of fullerene with the formula C60.
- It has a cage-like fused-ring structure that resembles a soccer ball, made of twenty hexagons and twelve pentagons.
- It was one of the first nanoparticles discovered in 1985 by a trio of researchers working out of Rice University named Richard Smalley, Harry Kroto, and Robert Curl.
- Buckyballs are composed of carbon atoms linked to three other carbon atoms by covalent bonds.
- The covalent bonds between carbon atoms make buckyballs very strong, and the carbon atoms readily form covalent bonds with a variety of other atoms.
- Buckyballs are used in composites to strengthen material.
- Buckyballs have the electrical property of being very good electron acceptors.
- This feature is useful, for example, in increasing the efficiency of solar cells in transforming sunlight into electricity.
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Question 18 of 30
18. Question
Who among the following were awarded the 2021 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for the development of asymmetric organocatalysis?
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Solution (a)
Explanation:
- The 2021 Chemistry Nobel went to Benjamin List and David MacMillan for their ‘development of a precise new tool for molecular construction: organocatalysis’.
- Catalysts are substances that control and accelerate chemical reactions, without becoming part of the final product. For example, catalysts in cars transform toxic substances in exhaust fumes into harmless molecules.
- In the past, it was believed that there are just two types of catalysts available: metals and enzymes. Now, there is a third type of catalyst i.e., asymmetric organocatalysis.
- These new catalysts are thus fundamental tools for chemists for research. Further, these catalysts are more friendly to the environment and cheaper to produce.
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Solution (a)
Explanation:
- The 2021 Chemistry Nobel went to Benjamin List and David MacMillan for their ‘development of a precise new tool for molecular construction: organocatalysis’.
- Catalysts are substances that control and accelerate chemical reactions, without becoming part of the final product. For example, catalysts in cars transform toxic substances in exhaust fumes into harmless molecules.
- In the past, it was believed that there are just two types of catalysts available: metals and enzymes. Now, there is a third type of catalyst i.e., asymmetric organocatalysis.
- These new catalysts are thus fundamental tools for chemists for research. Further, these catalysts are more friendly to the environment and cheaper to produce.
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Question 19 of 30
19. Question
Which one of the following pairs of metals constitutes the lightest metal and the heaviest metal, respectively?
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Solution (c)
Explanation:
- Lithium is a chemical element with the symbol Li and atomic number 3. It is a soft, silvery-white alkali metal. Under standard conditions, it is the least dense metal and the least dense solid element.
- Osmium is a chemical element with the symbol Os and atomic number 76. It is a hard, brittle, bluish-white transition metal in the platinum group that is found as a trace element in alloys, mostly in platinum ores. Osmium is the densest naturally occurring element.
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Solution (c)
Explanation:
- Lithium is a chemical element with the symbol Li and atomic number 3. It is a soft, silvery-white alkali metal. Under standard conditions, it is the least dense metal and the least dense solid element.
- Osmium is a chemical element with the symbol Os and atomic number 76. It is a hard, brittle, bluish-white transition metal in the platinum group that is found as a trace element in alloys, mostly in platinum ores. Osmium is the densest naturally occurring element.
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Question 20 of 30
20. Question
Which one of the following is the correct sequence in increasing order of molecular weights of the hydrocarbons?
Correct
Solution (d)
Explanation:
Hydrocarbon Molecular weight Methane 16.04 g/mol Ethane 30.07 g/mol Propane 44.10 g/mol Butane 58.12 g/mol Incorrect
Solution (d)
Explanation:
Hydrocarbon Molecular weight Methane 16.04 g/mol Ethane 30.07 g/mol Propane 44.10 g/mol Butane 58.12 g/mol -
Question 21 of 30
21. Question
With reference to ‘Asiatic Lions’, consider the following statements:
- Female lions are the pride’s primary hunters
- Asiatic Lions are slightly larger than African Lions
- It is found only in Gujarat in India
- They have a gestation period of five to six months
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Statement 4 Correct Incorrect Correct Incorrect Lions are the only cats that live in groups, called pride. Female lions are the pride’s primary hunters. Asiatic Lions are slightly smaller than African Lions They are Found only in India, in five protected areas in Gujarat – Gir National Park, Gir Sanctuary, Pania Sanctuary, Mitiyala Sanctuary, and Girnar Sanctuary They have a gestation period of 100 to 120 days Context – Gujarat forest department will use SIMBA an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based photo-identification software to track Asiatic Lions.
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Statement 4 Correct Incorrect Correct Incorrect Lions are the only cats that live in groups, called pride. Female lions are the pride’s primary hunters. Asiatic Lions are slightly smaller than African Lions They are Found only in India, in five protected areas in Gujarat – Gir National Park, Gir Sanctuary, Pania Sanctuary, Mitiyala Sanctuary, and Girnar Sanctuary They have a gestation period of 100 to 120 days Context – Gujarat forest department will use SIMBA an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based photo-identification software to track Asiatic Lions.
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Question 22 of 30
22. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘noise pollution’ in India
- Noise pollution in India is regulated under Air(Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act
- Moradabad in India is the most noise polluted city in South Asia according to UNEP’s Frontiers report
- CPCB has laid down the permissible noise pollution levels in India for different areas
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Incorrect Correct It was covered under the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981 but later, Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000 replaced it Out of 13 noise polluted cities in South Asia, 5 of these are in India, namely Moradabad, Kolkata, Asansol, Jaipur and Delhi. Highest noise pollution has been recorded in Dhaka, Bangladesh followed by Moradabad according to the report. CPCB has laid down the permissible noise pollution levels in India for different areas Context – UNEP ‘Frontiers’ report was released.
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Incorrect Correct It was covered under the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981 but later, Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000 replaced it Out of 13 noise polluted cities in South Asia, 5 of these are in India, namely Moradabad, Kolkata, Asansol, Jaipur and Delhi. Highest noise pollution has been recorded in Dhaka, Bangladesh followed by Moradabad according to the report. CPCB has laid down the permissible noise pollution levels in India for different areas Context – UNEP ‘Frontiers’ report was released.
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Question 23 of 30
23. Question
Consider the following statements regarding ‘Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme’
- The scheme aims to provide for 100 % guarantee coverage to Banks & NBFC’s on credit extended to Business Enterprises/MSMEs
- The scheme is under the trusteeship of National Credit Guarantee Trustee Company(NCGTC) established under Companies Act of 2013
Select the correct statement(s)
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect The scheme aims to enable liquidity support to businesses adversely impacted by lockdown due to COVID 19 pandemic. Provides for 100 % guarantee coverage to Banks & NBFC’s on credit extended to Business Enterprises/MSMEs on their loan outstanding as on February 29, 2020, subject to defined criteria, to meet their additional term loan/additional working capital requirements. The scheme is under the trusteeship of NCGTC, which was incorporated under the Indian Companies Act, 1956 Context – Government extended the scheme until March 2023.
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect The scheme aims to enable liquidity support to businesses adversely impacted by lockdown due to COVID 19 pandemic. Provides for 100 % guarantee coverage to Banks & NBFC’s on credit extended to Business Enterprises/MSMEs on their loan outstanding as on February 29, 2020, subject to defined criteria, to meet their additional term loan/additional working capital requirements. The scheme is under the trusteeship of NCGTC, which was incorporated under the Indian Companies Act, 1956 Context – Government extended the scheme until March 2023.
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Question 24 of 30
24. Question
‘KAVACH’ system seen in news is used in the context of
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Solution (c)
Kavach is the indigenously developed train collision avoidance system (TCAS). It is a set of electronic devices and Radio Frequency Identification devices installed in locomotives, in the signalling system and tracks.
Context – There was a trial run of this system.
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Solution (c)
Kavach is the indigenously developed train collision avoidance system (TCAS). It is a set of electronic devices and Radio Frequency Identification devices installed in locomotives, in the signalling system and tracks.
Context – There was a trial run of this system.
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Question 25 of 30
25. Question
Consider the following statements regarding ‘Karewas’:
- They are thick lacustrine deposits of glacial clay found in Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh
- They are ideal for the growth of Saffron and other cash crops
Select the INCORRECT statement(s):
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct Karewas are thick lacustrine deposits (deposits in lake) of glacial clay and other materials embedded with moraines found in Kashmir. These are the flat-topped mounds that surround the Kashmir Valley on all sides They are ideal for cultivation of Kashmir saffron (Zafran), almonds, apples and several other cash crops. Context – Threat to karewas due to indiscriminate construction in Kashmir.
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct Karewas are thick lacustrine deposits (deposits in lake) of glacial clay and other materials embedded with moraines found in Kashmir. These are the flat-topped mounds that surround the Kashmir Valley on all sides They are ideal for cultivation of Kashmir saffron (Zafran), almonds, apples and several other cash crops. Context – Threat to karewas due to indiscriminate construction in Kashmir.
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Question 26 of 30
26. Question
Consider the following statement:
- Government has affected many top ranking medical institutions by appointing bureaucrats as Directors of these institutions.
Conclusions:
- Government should appoint Directors of the medical institutes taking into consideration the expertise of the person in the area of Medicine.
- The Director of the medical institute should have expertise commensurate with the medical work carried out by the institute.
Choose the correct answer using the code given below:
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Solution (c)
According to the statement, Government has affected medical institutions by appointing bureaucrats as Directors. This means that only those persons should be appointed as Directors who are experts in medical and are acquainted with the medical work of the institute. So, both I and II follow.
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Solution (c)
According to the statement, Government has affected medical institutions by appointing bureaucrats as Directors. This means that only those persons should be appointed as Directors who are experts in medical and are acquainted with the medical work of the institute. So, both I and II follow.
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Question 27 of 30
27. Question
Consider the following statement:
- Women organizations in India have welcomed the Prevention of Sexual Harassment at workplace Act to curb sexual harassment at the work place.
Conclusions:
- Sexual harassment of women at work place is more prevalent in India as compared to other developed countries.
- Many organisations in India will stop recruiting women to avoid such problems
Choose the correct answer using the code given below:
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Solution (d)
The fact that a certain rule has been more welcomed in a certain country does not imply that the problem is more prevalent there. So, (I) does not follow. Also, the amendment seeks to discourage only sexual harassment of women and shall in no way discourage employment of women. So, (II) also does not follow.
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Solution (d)
The fact that a certain rule has been more welcomed in a certain country does not imply that the problem is more prevalent there. So, (I) does not follow. Also, the amendment seeks to discourage only sexual harassment of women and shall in no way discourage employment of women. So, (II) also does not follow.
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Question 28 of 30
28. Question
Consider the following statements:
- All cats are dogs
- All rats are dogs
- Some dogs are not lions
Conclusions
- All rats can be lions
- No rat being a cat is a possibility
Select the correct answer using the options given below:
Correct
Solution (c)
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Solution (c)
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Question 29 of 30
29. Question
Consider the following statements:
- All teachers are sir.
- No teacher is a student.
- Some students are weak.
Conclusions:
- All weak being teacher is a possibility.
- All weak being sir is a possibility.
Choose the correct answer using the code given below:
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Solution (b)
Only conclusion 2 follows
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Solution (b)
Only conclusion 2 follows
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Question 30 of 30
30. Question
Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow each passage. Your answer to these questions should be based on passage only.
When wealth came into existence, a moral structure was made around money. The Puritan legacy inhibited luxury and self-indulgence. Thoughtful people spread a practical gospel that emphasized hard work, temperance and frugality and the result was quite remarkable. The world has been affluent since its founding. But it was, by and large, not corrupted by wealth. For centuries, it remained industrious, ambitious and frugal. Over the past 30 years, much of that has been shredded. The social norms and institutions that encouraged frugality and spending what you earn have been undermined whereas the institutions that encourage debt and living for the moment have been strengthened. The moral guardians are forever looking for decadence out of movies and reality shows. But the most rampant decadence today is financial decadence, the trampling of decent norms about how to use and harness money.
The deterioration of financial traditions has meant two things. First, it has meant an explosion of debt that inhibits social mobility and ruins lives. Second, the transformation has led to a stark financial polarization. On one hand, there is what is called an investor class. It has tax-deferred savings plans, as well as an army of financial advisers. On the other hand, there are the lottery class people with little access to financial planning but plenty of access to payday lenders, credit cards and lottery agents.
Q.30) What does the author mean by the phrase ‘the transformation has led to a stark financial polarization’ as used in the passage?
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Solution (a)
Refer to, “….the transformation has led to a stark financial polarization. On one hand, there is what is called an investor class. It has tax-deferred savings plans, as well as an army of financial advisers. On the other hand, there is the lottery class, people with little access to financial planning but plenty of access to payday lenders, credit cards and lottery agents…..”
The writer in 2nd paragraph of the passage clearly seems to state what’s given in option a.
Hence, option a is the correct answer.
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Solution (a)
Refer to, “….the transformation has led to a stark financial polarization. On one hand, there is what is called an investor class. It has tax-deferred savings plans, as well as an army of financial advisers. On the other hand, there is the lottery class, people with little access to financial planning but plenty of access to payday lenders, credit cards and lottery agents…..”
The writer in 2nd paragraph of the passage clearly seems to state what’s given in option a.
Hence, option a is the correct answer.
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