Ugc Net Paper 1

Dedicated to My Mother Smt.
MANTI DEVI
"सभी पास हो सभी ªोोफेसर बने""
Prepared by
Govind Singh (Assistant Professor, GNCL)
(B.Com, M.Com. MBA, B.Ed., CTET, NET- Commerce-3Times)

(NET- Management- 1Time)
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INDEX
S.N. TOPIC PAGE NO
1 UNIT-1 2
2 UNIT-2
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3 UNIT-3
51
4 UNIT-4
84
5 UNIT-5
105
6 UNIT-6
133
7 UNIT-7
154
8 UNIT-8
190
9 UNIT-9
213
10 UNIT-10 238
Prepared by
Govind Singh ( Assistant Professor, GNCL)
(B.Com,M.Com., MBA, B.Ed., CTET, NET- Commerce-3Times)
Teaching Aptitude
TEACHING
 Teaching is a process in which one individual teaches or instruct another individual. Teaching
is considered as the act of imparting instructions to the learners in the classroom situation.
It is watching systematically.
 Dewey: - considers it as a manipulation of the situation, where the learner will acquire skills
and insight with his initiation.
The objective of Teaching-

 Acquisition of knowledge
 Development of Understanding
 Development of Conceptual, intellectual and subject-specific skills
 Development of values values
Levels of teaching (Memory, Understanding and Reflective)
1. Memory level: Thoughtless teaching

2. Understanding level: Thoughtful teaching
3. Reflective level: Upper thoughtful level
1. Memory level of teaching
It is the first and thoughtless level of teaching. It is concerned with memory or mental ability that
exists in all living beings. Teaching at memory level is considered to be the lowest level of teaching.
At this level,
 The thinking ability does not play any role.

 Students only cram the facts, information, formulas and laws that are taught to them.
 the teaching is nothing but learning the subject matter by rote.[Bigge, Morris L(1967)]
 The role of the teacher is prominent and that of the student is secondary.
 The study material is organized and pre-planned. The teacher presents the study material in a
sequential order.
 Memory level teaching lacks insight. Psychologically, it is cognitive level teaching.
Merits of memory level teaching
1. Useful for children at lower classes. This is because of their intellect us under development and
they have a rote memory.
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2. The role of the teacher is important in this level of teaching and he is free to make choices of
subject matter, plan it and can present it at will.
3. The knowledge acquired at memory level teaching forms a basis for the future i.e. when student’s
intelligence and thinking is required.
4. Memory level teaching acts as the first step for understanding and reflective levels of teaching. It
is pre-requisite for understanding level teaching.
Demerits of memory level teaching
1. This does not contribute to the development of the student’s capabilities.

2. Since at this level student learns by rote, the knowledge gained does not prove helpful in real life
situations as it does not develops the talents of students.
3. The pupils are kept in strict discipline and cramming is insisted on this teaching.
4. Intelligence does not carry any importance in this type of teaching and it lacks motivation
2. Understanding level
Understanding something is to perceive the meaning, grasp the idea and comprehend the
meaning. In the field of Education and Psychology, the meaning of ‘ UNderstanding‘ can be classified
as
 seeing the total use of facts

 seeing relationship
 a generalized insight
The teaching at the understanding level is of a higher quality than the one at the memory level. It is
more useful and thoughtful from the point of view of mental capabilities. At this level of teaching,
the teacher explains the student about the relationship between principles and facts and teaches
them how these principles can be applied. Memory level teaching barrier is essential to be crossed
for this level of teaching.
Merits of the understanding level of teaching
1. At this level of teaching students to make use of their thinking abilities.

2. Knowledge acquired at this level forms the basis of the reflective level of teaching.
3. Here the teacher presents subject matter before the students in an organized and sequential form.
The new knowledge acquired is related to the previously acquired knowledge.
4. Here the students do not learn by rote. Here they learn by understanding the facts and information
and their use and purpose.
Demerits of the understanding level of teaching
1. Teaching at this level is subject centered. There is no interaction between the teacher and
students at this level.
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2. This type of teaching mastery is emphasized.
3. Reflective level of teaching
This level is also known as introspective level. Reflecting on something means giving careful
thought to something over a period of time. It also means thinking deeply about something.
 Reflective level of teaching is considered to be the highest level at which teaching is
carried out.
 It is highly thoughtful and useful.
 A student can attain this level only after going through memory level and understanding
level.
 Teaching at the reflective level enables the students to solve the real problems of life.
 At this level, the student is made to face a real problematic situation. The student by
understanding the situation and using his critical abilities succeeds in solving the problem.
 At this level emphasis is laid on identifying the problem, defining it and finding a solution to
it. The student’s original thinking and creative-abilities develop at this level.
 The role of the teacher in this level of teaching is democratic. He does not force knowledge
on the students but develops in their talents and capabilities.
 The role of the students is quite active.
 Reflective level of teaching is that which is problem-centered and the student is busy in
original imagination.
Merits of reflective level teaching

1. The teaching at this level is not teacher-centered or subject-centered, it is leaner-centered.
2. There is an interaction between the teacher and the taught at the reflective level teaching.
3. At this level, teaching is appropriate for the higher class.
4. At this level, teaching is highly thoughtful and useful than the teaching at the memory or
understanding level.
Demerits of reflective level teaching

1. Not suitable for small children at the lower level of teaching. It is suitable only for mentally
matured children
2. At this level, the study material is neither organized nor pre-planned. Therefore students cannot
acquire systematic and organized knowledge of their study courses.
Characteristics of teaching:-
1. The main character of teaching is to provide guidance and training.
2. Teaching is interaction between teacher and students.
3. Teaching is an art to give knowledge to students with effective way.
4. Teaching is a science to educate fact and causes of different topics of different subjects.
5. Teaching is continues process.
6. Teacher can teach effectively, if he has full confidence on the subject.
7. Teaching encourages students to learn more and more.
8. Teaching is formal as well as informal
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9. Teaching is communication of information to students. In teaching, teacher imparts information
in interesting way so that students can easily understand the information.
10. Teaching is tool to help student to adjust himself in society and its environment.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS OF TEACHING

 The Teacher
 The Learner
 The Subject (Topic)
 The Environment
Learner’s characteristics
Academic
Academic characteristics of learners include the education type, education level and knowledge. In
young adolescents, intellectual development is not as visible as physical development, but it is just
as intense. During early adolescence, youth exhibit a wide range of individual intellectual
development, including meta-cognition and independent thought.
Social
Adolescent social development is often described as the process of establishing a sense of identity
and establishing a role and purpose. It is an outward sense of oneself. Body image is a key factor in
developing a sense of self and identity, especially for girls, and the family and increasingly peers
play an important role assisting and supporting the adolescent to achieve adult roles.
Emotional
The way a person thinks and feels about themselves and others, their inward thoughts, is key to
their emotional development. Adolescents shifts moods rapidly and can become rebellious toward
adults. They are sensitive to criticism and easily get offended.
Cognitive
Cognition is the process involving thought, rationale and perception. The physical changes of the
brain that occur during adolescence follow typical patterns of cognitive development. They are
characterized by the development of higher-level cognitive functioning that aligns with the changes
in brain structure and function, particularly in the prefrontal cortex region.
Characteristics of Good Learner:-

 Curious
 Carefully understanding
 Social and personal qualities
 Willingness to learn
 Interests and attitude of learner
 Easily adjustment to change
 Internal motivation
 Learning power
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 Nervousness
 Application of mind and creativity
 Social and cultural background
Factors affecting teaching related to: Teacher, Learner, Support material, Instructional facilities,
Learning environment and Institution
Teacher
Teacher – Teacher plays an important role in the teaching-learning process as facilitator of
learning. By adopting the best teaching techniques and efficient methods a teach could explore the
right talent of the learners to help them towards quality learning process.
It depends on the various factors of teacher-

 Educational Qualification
 Skills
 Experience
 Subject matter
Learner
Learner – Learning is most effective when the differences in learner’s language, cultural and social
behaviors are taken into account, it’s necessary to take note of intelligence, ethnic group, race,
belief and socioeconomic status of the learners which can influence the teaching in the class room.
Every individual is different with others in the terms of physical, social and cultural orientation;
these aspects make learner different from one another.
Environment
Environment and other factors
 Support materials
 Instructional facilities
 Learning environment
- Class-room environments
- Socio-economic factor
- Expectations
 Institution – Teacher is abiding by administrative policy of the institution affecting the

learning process. There are chances that Teacher want to deliver in a way he loves to do but
the institute policy don’t allow him to use his own method. This leads to dissatisfaction in
teacher causing learning process to slow down.
NCERT (National Council of Educational Research and Training) in its publication Core Teaching
Skills (1982) have laid stress on the following teaching skills.
 Writing instructional objectives
 Organizing the content
 Creating set for introducing the lesson
 Introducing a lesson
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 Structuring classroom questions
 Question delivery and its distribution
 Response management
 Explaining
 Illustrating with examples
 Using teaching aids
 Stimulus variation
 Pacing of the lesson
 Promoting pupil participation
 Use of blackboard
 Achieving closure of the lesson
 Giving assignments
 Evaluating the pupil’s progress
 Diagnosing pupil learning difficulties and taking remedial measures
 Management of the class
Micro Teaching –
 Micro-teaching is a product of research at Stanford University. It was first adopted in
1961 by Dwight W. Allen and his co-workers. It implies micro-element that systematically
attempts to simplify the complexities of the teaching process. Teaching is a complex
process. It cannot be mastered in a rigid and general setting. So it is analyzed into well-
defined components that can be practiced, taught and evaluated.
 Micro-teaching concentrates on specific teaching behaviors and provides opportunity for
practicing teaching under controlled conditions. So through micro-teaching, the behavior of
the teacher and pupil is modified and the teaching-learning process is more effective by the
skill training.
Teaching Methodology
There are different types of teaching methods which can be categorized into four broad types.
1. Teacher-centred methods,
2. Learner-centred methods,
3. Content-focUsed methods; and
4. Interactive/participative methods.
#1 Instructor/Teacher Centred Methods

Here the teacher casts himself/herself in the role of being a master of the subject matter. The
teacher is looked upon by the learners as an expert or an authority. Learners, on the other hand,
are presumed to be passive and copious recipients of knowledge from the teacher.
#2 Learner-Centred Methods
In learner-centred methods, the teacher/instructor is both a teacher and a learner at the same
time. In the words of Lawrence Stenhouse, the teacher plays a dual role as a learner as well “so
that in his classroom extends rather than constricts his intellectual horizons”.
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#3 Content-Focused Methods
In this category of methods, both the teacher and the learners have to fit into the content that is
taught. Generally, this means the information and skills to be taught are regarded as sacrosanct or
very important. A lot of emphases are laid on the clarity and careful analyses of content. Both the
teacher and the learners cannot alter or become critical of anything to do with the content.
#4 Interactive/Participative Methods
This fourth category borrows a bit from the three other methods without necessarily laying
emphasis unduly on the learner, content or teacher. These methods are driven by the situational
analysis of what is the most appropriate thing for us to learn/do now given the situation of learners
and the teacher. They require a participatory understanding of varied domains and factors.
THE LECTURE METHOD

A formal or semi-formal discourse in which the instructor presents a series of events, facts, or
principles, explores a problem or explains relationships
It creates new ideas. It is good for a large class. Students give their views at the end of the
lecture. The teacher is experienced and has mastery on the subject, explain all points and can
answer all questions raised by students. Students can ask if they need any clarification.
USES
to orient students.
To introduce a subject.
To give directions on procedures.
To present basic material.
To introduce a demonstration, discussion or performance.
To illustrate the application of rules, principles, or concepts.
To review, clarifies, emphasize or summarize
ADVANTAGES
Saves time.
Permits flexibility.
requires less rigid space requirement.
Permits adaptability.
Permits versatility.
Permits better centre over contact and sequence.
DISADVANTAGES
Involves one-way communication
Poses problems in skill teaching.
Encourages student passiveness.
Poses difficulty in gauging student reaction.
Require highly skilled instructors.
THE DISCUSSION METHOD
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A method in which group discussion techniques are used to reach instructional objectives.
Students listen to other’s opinion & express Discuss with teachers the points that were Students
learn on their own & find out key ideas. Students exchange their ideas. Students get point of view
of all and not on after discussion when students give their ideas teacher corrects their mistakes.
Students can make their own notes.
USES
to develop imaginative solutions to problem
To stimulate thinking and interest and to se
To emphasize main teaching points.
To determine how well the student understands concepts and principle
To prepare students for application of the theory of procedure.
To supplement lectures, reading & laboratory exercises.
To summarize, clarify points or review.
ADVANTAGES
Increase student’s interest
Increases students’ acceptance and commitment
Utilizes student knowledge and experience.
Results in more permanent learning because high degree of student participation.
DISADVANTAGES
Require highly skilled instructor.
requires preparation by the student.
Limits content.
Consumes time.
restricts the size of groups.
THE PROGRAMMED INSTRUCTION METHOD

A method of self-instruction
 To provide remedial instruction.

 To provide make-up instruction for late arrivals, absentees, or transients.
 To maintain previously learned skills which are not performed frequently enough.
 To provide retraining on equipment and procedures which have become obsolete.
 To upgrade production.
 To accelerate capable students.
 To provide enough common background among students.
 To provide the review and practice of knowledge and skills.
USES/ADVANTAGES
 Reduce failure rate.
 Improves end-of-course proficiency.
 Saves time.
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 Provides for self-instruction.
DISADVANTAGES
 Require local or commercial
 Preparation.
 Requires lengthy programmer training.
 Increases expenses.
 Requires considerable lead time.
THE STUDY ASSIGNMENT METHOD

A method in which the instructor assigns reading to books, periodicals, project or research papers
or exercises for the practice.
 To orient students to a topic prior to classroom or Laboratory work.

 It enhances the ability of research on any topic as the student’s search topic from
different books, webs Active learning
 To set the stage for a lecture demonstration or discussion.
 To provide for or capitalize on individual differences in ability, background, or experience
through differed
 To provide for the review of material covered in class or to give practice.
 To provide enrichment material.
THE TUTORIAL METHOD

A method of instruction in which an instructor works directly with an individual student.
 To reach highly complicated skills operations or operations involving danger or expensive
equipment.
 To provide individualized remedial assistance
THE SEMINAR METHOD

A tutorial arrangement involving the instructor and groups, rather than instructor
 To provide general guidance for a group working on an advanced study or research project.
 To exchange information on techniques and approaches being explored by members of a
study or research group.
 To develop new and imaginative solutions to problems under study by the group.
THE DEMONSTRATION METHOD

A method of instruction where the instructor by actually performing an operation or doing a job
shows the students what to do, how to do it, and through explanations brings out why, where, and
when it is done.
 To teach manipulative operations or procedures.

 To teach troubleshooting.
 To illustrate principles.
 To teach operation or functioning of equipment.
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 To teach teamwork.
 To set standards of workmanship.
 To teach safety procedures
Brainstorming
 More interesting
 More informative
 Gain knowledge
 Learning is effective
 More participation of students
 Students give their opinion
 Active learning
 Creative thinking is encouraged.
 Students think beyond their knowledge.
 Everyone gets the chance to express their thoughts.
 Simple topics can be learnt from different angles.
Roleplay
 Interesting method
 Students enjoy the situation
 Active learning
 Easy to learn
Case study
 Active learning
Swayam, Swayamprabha, MOOCs etc.
(Details on Digital Initiative in Higher Education through NMEICT has been covered in another
post)
Study Webs of Active Learning for Young Aspiring Minds (SWAYAM)
SWAYAM is an indigenous (Made in India) IT Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) Platform for
providing best quality education that can be accessed by anyone, anytime and anywhere using the IT
system. The Concept of Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) involves online delivery of
interactive learning content to large number of people simultaneously. It allows sharing of best
quality education with everyone, thereby bringing in equity as far as the quality of education is
concerned. SWAYAM platform is developed by Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD)
and All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) with the help of Microsoft. It’s ultimately
capable of hosting 2000 courses and 80000 hours of learning: covering school, undergraduate, post-
graduate, engineering, law and other professional courses. All the courses on this platform are
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interactive, prepared by the best teachers in the country and are available, free of cost to the
students in India.
SWAYAM Prabha: the 32 Educational DTH Channels
The SWAYAM PRABHA is a group of 32 DTH channels devoted to telecasting of high-quality

educational programmes on 24X7 basis using the GSAT-15 satellite. Every day, there will be new
content for at least (4) hours which would be repeated 5 more times in a day, allowing the students
to choose the time of their convenience. The channels are uplinked from BISAG, Gandhinagar. The
contents are provided by NPTEL, IITs, UGC, CEC, IGNOU, NCERT and NIOS. The INFLIBNET
Centre maintains the web portal.
TRADITIONAL TEACHING METHODS AND SUPPORT SYSTEM

Traditional education, also known as back-to- basics, conventional education or customary education,
refers to long-established customs that society traditionally used in schools. The back-to-basics
traditional education method, also known as ‘chalk & talk method’ This old fashioned way of teaching
was all about the recitation and memorization techniques.
The traditional role of teaching focuses on the teacher as organizers of learning activity, providers
of information and experts of knowledge. The teacher carries too much of responsibility for
teaching in the classroom to make sure everything they are teaching is understood by the students.
Teacher is also responsible to control class where the teacher teaches using blackboard, explains
concepts, asks students to copy and makes sure that students are paying attention This technique
of teaching is a one-way Follow of information in which the teacher often continuously talks for an
hour or more expecting that when he asks a question, the students will able to reproduce the same
thing that he was talking about.
MODERN AND ICT BASED TEACHING METHODS

Gone are the days of blackboard and chalk …it all replaced by LCD Projectors & interactive
whiteboards in the classroom. When we talk about the modern or ICT based education system it’s
include full fledged usages of high tech equipment in the educational institutions.
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in education is the mode of education that uses
information and communications technology to support, enhance, and optimize the delivery of
information.
Below are few key teaching techniques based on Modern and ICT Based teaching methods.
o Flipped Classroom – It’s allowing students to go beyond their normal boundaries and explore the
lesson before teacher describes them in class-room.
o Design Thinking & Creative ideas – This involves real life case to increase the curiosity, analytical
skills and creativity.
o Mind Maps – Use of self-learning tools
o Gamification – Learn through the play using quizzes and hunt ideas
o Free online Learning Tools
o ICT Based Teaching Methods – Virtual Reality , Virtual Labs , Open educational Resources
o Learning Management system (LMS) & Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)
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EVALUATION SYSTEM
In any education system evaluation is a critical part. Evaluation basically means the judgment about
the student by the teacher, but these judgment is really, really tough. Evaluation is an interwoven
activity in the process of teaching and learning. Nowadays evaluation by using the multiple-choice
questions type is better than the broad question.
PRINCIPLES OF EVALUATION
Student evaluation in the teaching-learning processes must be well planned, goal
oriented and continuous. One piece of paper cannot evaluate a student’s ability. So
it is better that evaluation must be done inside the classroom throughout the
semester. Following are some rules regarding evaluation.
∙ The process of evaluation should be informed properly to all the student

∙ Evaluation must be continuous process.
∙ Evaluation should be sensitive to learners and must not be biased.
∙ At the end of the day evaluation must be reliable judgment to student
Difference between evaluation and assessment

In teaching-learning process. The terms evaluation and assessment are used
interchangeably, but there is some inherent difference between these two terms.
ASSESSMENT
Assessment is a preliminary phase in the evaluation process. A student can be
assessed by using the multiple sources like class test, assignment, presentations,
quiz, brainstorming session.
EVALUATION
Evaluation is the action in the entire process that allows teachers to make a judgment
based on assessment records with reference to learning objectives. Assessment
without evaluation has no purpose. Following are the different evaluation techniques.
1. Written test
2. Classroom activities
3. Assignment
4. Project tasks
5. Laboratory activities
6. Social activities
Normally, there are four types of evaluation
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1. Criteria referenced evaluation:
2. Formative evaluation
3. Norm referenced evaluation
4. Summative evolution
CHOICE BASED CREDIT SYSTEM IN HIGHER EDUCATION
As already mentioned above, most of the educational institutions follow marks or percentage based
evaluation systems which restrict the students to take up the subject or the course of their choice.
Our educational system should be flexible that is, the student must get a choice to study his/her
course/subject of interest. It can only be possible if the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) are
being introduced. The CBCS opens up many opportunities and path for the students to learn and
explore not only the subject of their choice but beyond which also develops ones individual self.
These courses can further be
Evaluated through grading system, which is considered to be better than the age old marking
system. It is better if we introduce and follow the uniform grading system across India which will
further help the students to move across institutions within India and across countries.
TEACHING APTITUDE – MCQ- 9 QUESTIONS IN EXAM
1. Emotional Adjustment of students is effective in-

(A) Personality formation
(B) Class-teaching
(C) Discipline
(D) All of the above
Answer (D) All of the above
2. Black-board can be included in which group/category of teaching-aids?

(A) Audio-aids
(B) Visual aids
(C) Audio-visual aids
(D) None of the above
Answer :(B) Visual aids
3. Which of the following is related with teaching skill ?

(A) Black-board writing
(B) Solving questions
(C) Asking questions
(D) All the above
Answer :(D) All the above
4. Students who ask questions in the class should be-

(A) Advised to meet the teacher after the class
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(B) Encouraged to participate in the discussion in the class
(C) Encouraged to continue asking questions
(D) Encouraged to search answers independently
Answer :(C) Encouraged to continue asking questions
5. Which of the following set of statements best describes the nature and objectives of
teaching ?
Indicate your answer by selecting from the code.
(a) Teaching and learning are integrally
(b) There is no difference between teaching and training.
(c) Concern of all teaching is to ensure some kind of transformation in students.
(d) All good teaching is formal in nature.
(e) A teacher is a senior person.
(f) Teaching is a social act whereas learning is a personal act.
Code :
(1) (a), (b) and (d)
(2) (b), (c) and (e)
(3) (a), (c) and (f)
(4) (d), (e) and (f)
Answer: (3)
6. Which of the following learner characteristics is highly related to effectiveness of

teaching ?
(1) Prior experience of the learner
(2) Educational status of the parents of the learner
(3) Peer groups of the learner
(4) Family size from which the learner comes.
Answer: (1)
7. In the two sets given below Set – I indicates methods of teaching while Set – II provides
the basic requirements for success/effectiveness. Match the two sets and indicate your
answer by choosing from the code :
Set – I Set – II
(Method of teaching) (Basic requirements for success/effectiveness)
(a) Lecturing (i) Small step presentation with feedback provided
(b) Discussion in groups (ii) Production of large number of ideas
(c) Brainstorming (iii) Content delivery in a lucid language
(d) Programmed Instructional (iv) Use of teaching-aids
Procedure (v) Theme based interaction among participants
Code :
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(1) (i) (ii) (iii) (iv)
(2) (ii) (iii) (iv) (v)
(3) (iii) (v) (ii) (i)
(4) (iv) (ii) (i) (iii)
Answer: (3)
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8. At authoritarian level teaching is ……
(A) Teacher centered
(B) Child—centered
(C) Headmaster centered
(D) Experience based
Answer :(A) Teacher centered
9. Who developed the interaction analysis category system in education for increasing the
teacher effectiveness
(A) Flander
(B) Rayon
(C) Amidon and Simon
(D) Richard Over
Answer :(A) Flander
10. One of the important theory of moral development has been proposed by——
(A) Laurence Kohlberg
(B) Erik Fromm
(C) Daniel Coleman
(D) Benjamin Bloom
Answer :(A) Laurence Kohlberg
11. Character is developed by-

(A) Will-power
(B) Conduct and behavior
(C) Morality
Answer :(D) All of the above
12. Which of the following is not a level of teaching learning ?

(A) Differentiation level
(B) Memory level
(C) Reflective level
(D) Understanding level
Answer :(A) Differentiation level
13. NUEPA is mainly concerned with-

(A) Educational Supervision
(B) Educational Unity
(C) Educational Planning
(D) Educational Evaluation
Answer :(C) Educational Planning
14. The name of Yashpal Committee Report (1993) is-

(A) I.C.T. in Teacher education
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(B) Learning without Burden
(C) Learning through Broad- casting
Answer :(B) Learning without Burden
15. The Father of Psychoanalysis is-

(A) Erik H. Erikson
(B) ]ean Piaget
(C) Jerorne S. Bruner
(D) Sigmund Freud
Answer :(D) Sigmund Freud
16. In pedagogy computer is used-

(A) To motivate the learner
(B) To provide feedback
(C) To interact with the learner
(D) For all the above
Answer :(D) For all the above
17. Which of the following is die brain of the computer ?

(A) Programme
(B) Central processing unit
(C) Memory
(D) Hard Disc
Answer :(B) Central processing unit
18. Spare the rod —- spoil the child.

This assumption is related to that type of discipline which has been advocated-
(A) By naturalist philosophy
(B) By pragmatist philosophy
(C) In Victorian Era
(D) In Democratic Era
Answer :(C) In Victorian Era
19. The concept of school complex was first executed in-

(A) Uttar Pradesh
(B) Madhya Pradesh
(C) Bihar
(D) Rajasthan
Answer :(D) Rajasthan
20. The proponent of the Cognitive Theory of teaching is-

(A) N. L. Gage
(B) Shiv Kumar Mitra
(C) B. F. Skiner
(D) McDonald
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Answer :(A) N. L. Gage
21. Instruction medium affects the absence and escape from class teaching-
(A) Agreed
(B) Indianite
(C) Disagreed
Answer :(A) Agreed
22. The determinant of teaching skill training is-

(A) Components
(B) Pupil-teacher
(C) Supervisor
(D) Headmaster
Answer :(A) Components
23. For a good communication ..,…… is required.

(A) Clarity of thought
(B) Dramatic Presentation
(C) Speaking in a mild tone
(D) Speaking without pause
Answer :(Clarity of thought
24. Which of the following is an approach to educational planning ? .

(A) Man-power approach
(B) Social Demand approach
(C) Both (A) and (B)
Answer :(C) Both (A) and (B)
25. Institutional planning should be based on-

(A) Aim and needs
(B) Time—table
(C) Administration
(D) Need
Answer :(A) Aim and needs
26. From the list of evaluation procedures given below identify those which will be called
‘formative evaluation’. Indicate your answer by choosing from the code :
(a) A teacher awards grades to students after having transacted the course work.
(b) During interaction with students in the classroom, the teacher provides corrective
feedback.
(c) The teacher gives marks to students on a unit test.
(d) The teacher clarifies the doubts of students in the class itself.
(e) The overall performance of a students is reported to parents at every three months
interval.
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(f) The learner’s motivation is raised by the teacher through a question-answer session.
Code :
(1) (a), (b) and (c)
(2) (b), (c) and (d)
(3) (a), (c) and (e)
(4) (b), (d) and (f)
Answer: (4)
27. Assertion (A) : All teaching should aim at ensuring learning.

Reason (R) : All learning results from teaching.
Choose the correct answer from the following code :
(1) Both (A) and (R) are true, and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
(2) Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
(3) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
(4) (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Answer: (3)
28. Teacher behaviour ought to be-

(A) Administrative
(B) Instructive
(C) Idealistic
(D) Directive
Answer :(C) Idealistic
29. Information highway or net is-

(A) Computer
(B) Internet
(C) Intranet
(D) Key-board
Answer :(B) Internet
30. INSAT—1(B) has been launched in-

(A) 30 April, 1983
(B) 30 August, 1983
(C) 30 December, 1983
(D) 30 January, 1984
Answer :(B) 30 August, 1983
31. Computer language is based on-—

(A) Number system
(B) Symbol system
(C) Series system
Answer :(A) Number system
32. The main task of educational computer is-
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(A) Scoring the answers
(B) Preserve the information
(C) Analysis of data
Answer:- (D)
33. UNESCO satellite directed television program was used first
(A) 1926
(B) 1959
(C) 1961
(D) 1965
Answer :(D) 1965
34. In which of the following instructional procedure is the main component ?

(A) Synaptic teaching model
(B) Basic teaching model
(C) Inductive model
(D) Social-stimulation
Answer :(B) Basic teaching model
35. The computer based teaching model has been developed by-
(A) Gilbert (1962)
(B) Stolurow and Davis (1965)
(C) Robert Gagne (1965)
(D) Mecner (1965)
Answer :(B) Stolurow and Davis (1965)
36. Which of the following expectation students have from group learning ?
(A) To get appreciation from the group
(B) To distribute the work equally
(C) To ignore individual view point
(D) To attract isolated student towards the group
Answer :(D) To attract isolated student towards the group
37. In order to modify the undesirable behaviour of a student the most effective method is-
(A) To punish the student
(B) To bring it to the notice of parents
(C) To find out the reasons for the undesirable behaviour and provide remedies
(D) To ignore it
Answer :(C)
38. In which university the micro-teaching system started in 1961 ?

(A) Stanford University
(B) Oxford University
(C) Delhi University
(D) M. S. University Baroda(India)
Answer :(A) Stanford University
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39. The correct meaning of C.A.I. is-
(A) Characteristics of Assistant Instructor
(B) Computer Assisted Instruction
(C) Community Assisted Instruction
Answer :(B) Computer Assisted Instruction
40. “Man is born free but every-where he is in chains/’ This statement has been given by-
(A) Abraham Maslow
(B) Jean Jacques Rousseau
(C) John Dewey
(D) W. I-I. Kilpatrick
Answer :(B) Jean Jacques Rousseau
41. Written communication strategy includes-

(A) Algorithms
(B) Decision Table
42. Main responsibility of School Management lies on-

(A) Principal
(B) Teachers
(C) Manager
Answer :(A) Principal
43. Major objective of School Discipline is-

(A) To ensure safety of staff and students
(B) To create an environment conducive for teaching
44. At primary level teacher-taught ratio was 1 : 39-

(A) According to sixth educational survey of all India
(B) According to fifth educational survey of all India
(C) According to fourth educational survey of all India
(D) According to second educational survey of all India
Answer :(A)
45. A fault in a computer programme which prevents it from working correctly is known as-
(A) Bug
(B) Error
(C) Boo~Boo
(D) Virus
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Answer :(A) Bug
46. Practical knowledge of language is learnt at—

(A) School
(B) Language laboratory
(C) Language teaching
(D) Language instruction
Answer :(B) Language laboratory
47. Dropping out from school means-

(A) To come to school casually
(B) To leave the school forever
(C) To play truant from class
Answer :(B) To leave the school forever
48. Which one of the following is not a principle of a good time table ?
(A) Flexibility
(B) Ruthless master
(C) Variety
(D) Coordination of efforts
Answer :(B) Ruthless master
49. The reason of absence and escape from school is—

(A) Lack of interest in syllabus
(B) Poor method of teaching
(C) Ineffective teacher
(D) All the above
50. Ministry of Human Resource Development was established on-

(A) Oct. 26, 1985
(B) Sept. 16, 1985
(C) Sept. 26, 1985
(D) Sept. 10, 1986
Answer :(C) Sept. 26, 1985
51. The scope of Decision-Making is—

(A) Management
(B) Organization
(C) Administration
(D) Supervision
Answer :(C) Administration
52. Factor of personality is—

(A) Ductless glands
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(B) Family background
(C) School
(D) All the above
53. Which of the following aspects is discussed in a Teacher’s Diary ?

(A) Class Time Table
(B) Teaching Content
54. 10 + 2 + 3 system of education was recommended by—

(A) Kothari Commission
(B) Mudaliar Commission
(C) Radhakrishnan Commission
(D) National Policy on Education (1986)
Answer : (A) Kothari Commission
55.refers to states within a person or animal that drive behaviour towards some goal.
(A) Competence
(B) Affiliation
(C) Motivation
(D) Self-actualization
Answer : (C) Motivation
56. Psychologists who diagnose learning problems and try to remedy them are called ……………
Psychologists.
(A) Social
(B) Community
(C) School
(D) Clinical
Answer : (C) School
57. A child with average potential intelligence but fertile environment will achieve—
(A) A better life
(B) An average life
(C) Nothing in life
(D) Everything in life
Answer : (A) A better life
58. Siblings, parents and teachers are important source of ........... for the children.
(A) Motivation
(B) Information
(C) Opinions
(D) Attitudes
Answer : (A) Motivation
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59. A good understanding of ............ makes us know about ourselves better.
(A) Education
(B) Colours
(C) Social perception
(D) None of the rest
Answer :(A) Education
60. Good tests of a psychological nature bear the following features—

(A) Reliability
(B) Cheaper
(C) Guessing Power
(D) Rote learning
Answer : Reliability
61. Mental Health is—

(A) Harmonious functioning of the total personality
(B) Symptoms of maladjustment
(C) Terrible excitement
(D) Throwing up temper-tantrums
Answer : (A) Harmonious functioning of the total personality
62. During the............... children are faced with a problem of coping with school.
(A) Toddlerhood
(B) Pro-social period
(C) Preschool period
(D) Middle childhood
Answer : (C) Preschool period
63. The best way to memorize is—

(A) Study for long time
(B) To understand the concept
(C) To read loudly
(D) To write the concept
Answer : (B) To understand the concept
64. Students like that teacher who—

(A) Has attractive personality
(B) Belongs to his/her caste
(C) Awards goods work liberally
(D) Has very good knowledge of his/her subject
Answer : (D) Has very good knowledge of his/her subject
65. With the development of technology, the role of teacher in future will be—
(A) To provide information
(B) To develop new text-books
(C) To guide students
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(D) To use internet in teaching
Answer : (C) To guide students
66. To prepare students as good citizen, a teacher should—

(A) Maintain strict discipline
(B) Provide good leadership
(C) Be good orator
(D) Have good general knowledge
Answer : (B) Provide good leadership
67. Students should be given home-work to—

(A) Study at home
(B) Check their progress by teachers
(C) Keep them busy
(D) develop habit of self-study
Answer : (D) develop habit of self-study
68. It is necessary for the development of school—
(A) Principal and teacher
(B) Students
(C) Good building
(D) Other facilities
Answer :(B) Students
69. If a student comes late in class, then you—

(A) Will ignore him
(B) Will not allow him to sit in class
(C) Will punish him
(D) Will allow him to sit silently
Answer : (D) Will allow him to sit silently
70. The purpose of National Education Policy is—

(A) Universalisation of primary education
(B) Vocationalisation of education
(C) To review the education
(D) To give equal opportunity of education to all
Answer :(C) To review the education
71. A teacher learns most by—

(A) His students
(B) His colleagues
(C) His Principal
(D) His experiences during training
Answer :(D) His experiences during training
72. On first day in a class you will—

(A) Start teaching from first chapter
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(B) Take introduction of students and introduce yourself
(C) Explain the syllabus
(D) Explain the rules of school and your teaching way
Answer : (B) Take introduction of students and introduce yourself
73. The standard of education can be raised by—

(A) Appointing good teachers
(B) Providing physical facilities in schools
(C) Reforming examination system
(D) Providing computer in schools
Answer : (A) Appointing good teachers
74. The purpose of establishing Navodaya Schools is—

(A) To complete ‘Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan’ in rural areas
(B) To provide good education in rural areas
(C) Check wastage of education in rural areas
(D) To increase number of schools in rural areas
Answer : (B) To provide good education in rural areas
75. During teaching, a teacher gives example—

(A) To attract student’s attention
(B) To make lesson interesting
(C) To explain the lesson
(D) To continue the lesson for long time
Answer : (C) To explain the lesson
76. If students are not taking interest in your teaching, then you will—
(A) Ignore them
(B) Leave the class
(C) Ask them to pay attention
(D) Change the teaching method
Answer : (D) Change the teaching method
77. According to you, the aim of education should be—

(A) To provide knowledge
(B) To develop personality
(C) To make good citizen
(D) To reform the society
Answer :(B) To develop personality
QUESTION BASED ON UGC NET EXAM
1. Which of the following set of statements best represents the nature and objective of
teaching and learning ?
(a) Teaching is like selling and learning is like buying.
(b) Teaching is a social act while learning is a personal act.
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(c) Teaching implies learning whereas learning does not imply teaching.
(d) Teaching is a kind of delivery of knowledge while learning is like receiving it.
(e) Teaching is an interaction and is triadic in nature whereas learning is an active engagement in
a subject domain.
Code :
(1) (a), (d) and (e)
(2) (b), (c) and (e)
(3) (a), (b) and (c)
(4) (a), (b) and (d)
Answer: (1)
2. From the list given below identify the learner characteristics which would facilitate
teaching learning system to become effective. Choose the correct code to indicate your
answer.
(a) Prior experience of learner (b) Learner’s family lineage
(c) Aptitude of the learner (d) Learner’s stage of development
(e) Learner’s food habits and hobbies (f) Learner’s religious affiliation
Code :
(1) (a), (c) and (d)
(2) (d), (e) and (f)
(3) (a), (d) and (e)
(4) (b), (c) and (f)
Answer: (1)
3. Assertion (A) : All teaching implies learning.

Reason (R) : Learning to be useful must be derived from teaching.
Choose the correct answer from the following :
(1) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
(2) Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
Answer: (1)
4. On the basis of summative tests, a teacher is interpreting his/her students, performance in

terms of their wellness life style evident in behaviour. This will be called :
(1) Formative testing
(2) Continuous and comprehensive evaluation
(3) Norm – referenced testing
(4) Criterion – referenced testing
Answer: (4)
5. Which one of the following is a key behaviour in effective teaching ?

(1) Using student ideas and contribution
(2) Structuring
(3) Instructional variety
(4) Questioning
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Answer: (3)
6. Which of the following set of statements represents acceptable propositions in respect of
teaching-learning relationships ? Choose the correct code to indicate your answer.
(i) When students fail in a test, it is the teacher who fails.
(ii) Every teaching must aim at ensuring learning.
(iii) There can be teaching without learning taking place.
(iv) There can be no learning without teaching.
(v) A teacher teaches but learns also.
(vi) Real learning implies rote learning.
Codes :
(1) (ii), (iii), (iv) and (v)
(2) (i), (ii), (iii) and (v)
(3) (iii), (iv), (v) and (vi)
(4) (i), (ii), (v) and (vi)
Answer: (2)
7. Assertion (A) : Learning is a lifelong process.

Reason (R) : Learning to be useful must be linked with life processes.
Answer: (2)
8. Effectiveness of teaching has to be judged in terms of

(1) Course coverage
(2) Students’ interest
(3) Learning outcomes of students
(4) Use of teaching aids in the classroom
Answer: (3)
9. In which teaching method learner’s participation is made optimal and proactive ?
(1) Discussion method
(2) Buzz session method
(3) Brainstorming session method
(4) Project method
Answer: (1)
10. One of the most powerful factors affecting teaching effectiveness is related to the
(1) Social system of the country
(2) Economic status of the society
(3) Prevailing political system
(4) Educational system
Answer: (4)
11. Assertion (A) : Formative evaluation tends to accelerate the pace of learning.
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Reason (R) : As against summative evaluation, formative evaluation is highly reliable.
Answer: (3)
12. The best way for providing value education is through

(A) discussions on scriptural texts
(B) lecture/discourses on values
(C) seminars/symposia on values
(D) mentoring/reflective sessions on values
Answer: (B)
13. A college level assistant professor has planned his/her lectures with intent to develop
cognitive dimensions of students centered on skills of analysis and synthesis. Below, given
are two sets of items
Set – I consisting of levels of cognitive interchange and Set – II comprising basic requirements for
promoting them. Match the two sets and indicate your answer by choosing the correct alternative
from the code:
(Levels of Cognitive (Basic requirements for promoting Interchange) cognitive interchange)
a. Memory level i. Giving opportunity for discriminating examples and non-examples of a point.
b. Understanding level ii. Recording the important points made during the presentations.
c. Reflective level iii. Asking the students to discuss various items of information.
iv. Critically analyzing the points to be made and discussed.
Codes:
abc
(A) ii iv i
(B) iii iv ii
(C) ii i iv
(D) i ii iii
Answer: (C)
14. Match the items of the first set with that of the second set in respect of evaluation
system. Choose the correct code:
a. Formative evaluation i. Evaluating cognitive and co-cognitive aspects with regularity
b. Summative evaluation ii. Tests and their interpretations based on a group and certain
yardsticks
c. Continuous and comprehensive iii. Grading the final learning outcomes evaluation
d. Norm and criterion referenced iv. Quizzes and discussions tests
Codes:
abcd
(A) iv iii i ii
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(B) i ii iii iv
(C) iii iv ii i
(D) i iii iv ii
Answer: (A)
15. Select the alternative which consists of positive factors contributing to effectiveness of
teaching:
List of factors:
(a) Teacher’s knowledge of the subject.
(b) Teacher’s socio-economic background.
(c) Communication skill of the teacher.
(d) Teacher’s ability to please the students.
(e) Teacher’s personal contact with students.
(f) Teacher’s competence in managing and monitoring the classroom transactions.
Codes:
(A) (b), (c) and (d)
(B) (c), (d) and (f)
(C) (b), (d) and (e)
(D) (a), (c) and (f)
Answer: (D)
16. The use of teaching aids is justified on the grounds of

(A) Attracting student’s attention in the class room.
(B) Minimizing indiscipline problems in the classroom.
(C) Optimizing learning outcomes of students.
(D) Effective engagement of students in learning tasks.
Answer- (B)
17. Assertion (A): The purpose of higher education is to promote critical and creative thinking
abilities among students.
Reason (R): These abilities ensure job placements.
Choose the correct answer from the following code:
(A) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
(B) Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
(C) (A) is true and (R) is false.
(D) (A) is false and (R) is true.
Answer: (C)
18. As a teacher, select the best option to ensure your effective presence in the classroom.
(A) Use of peer command
(B) Making aggressive statements
(C) Adoption of well-established posture
(D) Being authoritarian
Answer: (C)
19. Imagine you are working in an educational institution where people are of equal status.
Which method of communication is best suited and normally employed in such a context?
(A) Horizontal communication
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(B) Vertical communication
(C) Corporate communication
(D) Cross communication
Answer: (A)
20. Identify the important element a teacher has to take cognizance of while addressing
students in a classroom.
(A) Avoidance of proximity
(B) Voice modulation
(C) Repetitive pause
(D) Fixed posture
Answer: (B)
21. Greater the handicap of the students coming to the educational institutions, greater the
demand on the:
(A) Family
(B) Society
(C) Teacher
(D) State
Answer: (C)
22. What are the characteristics of Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation?

(a) It increases the workload on students by taking multiple tests.
(b) It replaces marks with grades.
(c) It evaluates every aspect of the student.
(d) It helps in reducing examination phobia.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
(A) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
(B) (b) and (d)
(C) (a), (b) and (c)
(D) (b), (c) and (d)
Answer: (D)
23. Which of the following attributes denote great strengths of a teacher?

(a) Full-time active involvement in the institutional management
(b) Setting examples
(c) Willingness to put assumptions to the test
(d) Acknowledging mistakes
(A) (a), (b) and (d)
(B) (b), (c) and (d)
(C) (a), (c) and (d)
(D) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
Answer: (B)
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24. Which one of the following statements is correct in the context of multiple – choice type
questions?
(A) They are more objective than true-false type questions.
(B) They are less objective than essay type questions.
(C) They are more subjective than short-answer type questions.
(D) They are more subjective than true-false type questions.
Answer: (A)
25. As Chairman of an independent commission on education, Jacques Delors report to UNESCO
was titled
(A) International Commission on Education Report
(B) Millennium Development Report
(C) Learning : The Treasure Within
(D) World Declaration on Education for All
Answer: (C)
26. What are required for good teaching?

(a) Diagnosis
(b) Remedy
(c) Direction
(d) Feedback
(A) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
(B) (a) and (b)
(C) (b), (c) and (d)
(D) (c) and (d)
Answer: (A)
27. The main objectives of student evaluation of teachers are:

(a) To gather information about student weaknesses.
(b) To make teachers take teaching seriously.
(c) To help teachers adopt innovative methods of teaching.
(d) To identify the areas of further improvement in teacher traits.
Identify the correct answer from the codes given below:
(A) (a) and (b) only
(B) (b), (c) and (d) only
(C) (a), (b) and (c) only
(D) (a) only
Answer: (B)
28. Using the central point of the classroom communication as the beginning of a dynamic
pattern of ideas is referred to as:
(A) Systemisation
(B) Problem – orientation
(C) Idea protocol
(D) Mind mapping
Answer: (D)
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29. Attitudes, actions and appearances in the context of classroom communication are
considered as:
(A) Verbal
(B) Non-verbal
(C) Impersonal
(D) Irrational
Answer: (B)
30. Most often, the teacher – student communication is:

(A) Spurious
(B) Critical
(C) Utilitarian
(D) Confrontational
Answer: (C)
31. In a classroom, a communicator’s trust level is determined by:

(A) the use of hyperbole
(B) the change of voice level
(C) the use of abstract concepts
(D) eye contact
Answer: (D)
32. Which of the following is the highest level of cognitive ability

(A) Knowing
(B) Understanding
(C) Analyzing
(D) Evaluating
Answer: (D)
33. Which of the following factors does not impact teaching

(A) Class room activities that encourage learning
(B) Socio-economic background of teachers and students
(C) Learning through experience
(D) Teacher’s Knowledge
Answer: (B)
34. Which of the following statements about teaching aids are correct
a) They help in retaining concepts for longer duration
b) They help students learn better
c) They make teaching learning process interesting
d) They enhance rote learning
(A) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
(B) (a), (b) and (c)
(C) (b), (c) and (d)
(D) (a), (b) and (d)
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Answer: (B)
35. Techniques used by a teacher to teach include

a) Lecture
b) Interactive lecture
c) Group work
d) Self study
(A) (a), (b) and (c)
(B) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
(C) (b), (c) and (d)
(D) (a), (b) and (d)
Answer: (B)
36. Achievement tests are commonly used for the purpose of

(A) Making selections for a specific job
(B) Selecting candidates for a course
(C) Identifying strengths and weaknesses of learners
(D) Assessing the amount of learning after teaching
Answer: (D)
37. A good teacher is one who

(A) gives useful information
(B) explains concepts and principles
(C) gives printed notes to students
(D) inspires students to learn
Answer: (D)
38. Maximum participation of students during teaching is possible through

(A) Lecture method
(B) Demonstration method
(C) Inductive method
(D) Textbook method
Answer: (C)
39. Diagnostic evaluation ascertains

(A) Students performance at the beginning of instructions.
(B) Learning progress and failures during instructions.
(C) Degree of achievements of instructions at the end.
(D) Causes and remedies of persistent learning problems during instructions.
Answer: (D)
40. Instructional aides are used by the teacher to

(A) Glorify the class
(B) Attract the students
(C) Clarify the concepts
(D) Ensure discipline
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Answer: (C)
41. Attitude of the teacher that affects teaching pertains to

(A) Affective domain
(B) Cognitive domain
(C) Connective domain
(D) Psychomotor domain
Answer: (A)
42. “Education is the manifestation of perfection already in man” was stated by

(A) M. K. Gandhi
(B) R. N. Tagore
(C) Swami Vivekanand
(D) Sri Aurobindo
Answer- (C)
43. Which of the following is not a prescribed level of teaching?

(A) Memory
(B) Understanding
(C) Reflective
(D) Differentiation
Answer: (D)
44. In the classroom, the teacher sends the message either as words or images. The students
are really
(A) Encoders
(B) Decoders
(C) Agitators
(D) Propagators
Answer: (B)
45. A smart classroom is a teaching space which has

(i) Smart portion with a touch panel control system.
(ii) PC/Laptop connection and DVD/VCR player.
(iii) Document camera and specialized software
(iv) Projector and screen
(A) (i) and (ii) only
(B) (ii) and (iv) only
(C) (i), (ii) and (iii) only
(D) (i), (ii), (iii) and (iv)
Answer: (D)
46. Which one of the following is considered a sign of motivated teaching?

(A) Students asking questions
(B) Maximum attendance of the students
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(C) Pin drop silence in the classroom
(D) Students taking notes
Answer: (A)
47. Which one of the following is the best method of teaching?

(A) Lecture
(B) Discussion
(C) Demonstration
(D) Narration
Answer: (C)
48. Dyslexia is associated with

(A) Mental disorder
(B) behavioural disorder
(C) reading disorder
(D) writing disorder
Answer: (C)
49. The e-content generation for undergraduate courses has been assigned by the Ministry of
Human Resource Development to
(A) INFLIBNET
(B) Consortium for Educational Communication
(C) National Knowledge Commission
(D) Indira Gandhi National Open University
Answer: (B)
50. Classroom communication is normally considered as

(A) effective
(B) cognitive
(C) affective
(D) selective
Answer: (C)
51. Who among the following propounded the concept of paradigm?

(A) Peter Haggett
(B) Von Thunen
(C) Thomas Kuhn
(D) John K. Wright
Answer: (C)
52. While delivering lecture if there is some disturbance in the class, a teacher should
(A) keep quiet for a while and then continue.
(B) punish those causing disturbance
(C) motivate to teach those causing disturbance
(D) not bother of what is happening in the class
Answer: (C)
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53. Effective teaching is a function of
(A) Teacher’s satisfaction.
(B) Teacher’s honesty and commitment
(C) Teacher’s making students learn and understand
(D) Teacher’s liking for professional excellence.
Answer: (C)
54. The most appropriate meaning of learning is

(A) Acquisition of skills
(B) Modification of behaviour
(C) Personal adjustment
(D) Inculcation of knowledge
Answer: (B)
55. Arrange the following teaching process in order:

(i) Relate the Present knowledge with Previous one
(ii) Evaluation
(iii) Reteaching
(iv) Formulating instructional objectives
(v) Presentation of instructional materials
(A) (i), (ii), (iii), (iv), (v)
(B) (ii), (i), (iii), (iv), (v)
(C) (v), (iv), (iii), (i), (ii)
(D) (iv), (i), (v), (ii), (iii)
Answer: (D)
56. CIET stands for

(A) Centre for Integrated Education and Technology
(B) Central Institute for Engineering and Technology
(C) Central Institute for Education Technology
(D) Central for integrated techniques
Answer: (C)
57. 6. Teacher’s role at higher education

(A) provide information to students.
(B) promote self learning in students.
(C) encourage healthy competition among students.
(D) help students to solve their problems.
Answer: (B)
58. The Verstehen School of Understanding was popularised by

(A) German Social scientists
(B) American philosophers
(C) British Academicians
(D) Italian political Analysts
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Answer: (A)
59. A good teacher must be

(A) resourceful and autocratic
(B) resourceful and participative
(C) resourceful and authoritative
(D) resourceful and dominant
Answer: (B)
60. Which one of the following is the best method of teaching?

(A) Lecture method
(B) Discussion method
(C) Demonstration method
(D) Question-Answer method
Answer: (C)
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Research Methodology
 Research is a logical and systematic search for new and useful information on a particular topic.
 It is a discovery of hidden truths.
 Research can lead to new contributions to existing knowledge.
 Research is indeed civilization and determines the economic, social and political development of a
nation.
Objectives of Research
 to discover new facts
 to verify and test important facts
 to analyses an event or process or phenomenon to identify the cause and effect relationship to develop
new scientific tools, concepts and theories to solve and understand scientific and non scientific problems
 to find solutions to scientific, non scientific and social problems and
 To overcome or solve the problems occurring in our everyday life.
According to Redman and Mory (1923), research is a “systematized effort to gain new knowledge”. In simple terms
research refers to a search for knowledge. It is a scientific and systematic search for information on a particular
topic or issue. It is also known as the art of scientific investigation.
Essential elements of any research:-

 Empirical: Research is based on direct experience or observation by the researcher.
 Logical: Research must be based on valid procedures and principles.
 Cyclical: Research is a cyclical process because it starts with a problem and ends with a problem. The
result of research can be negative, positive or even nil.
 Analytical: Research utilizes proven analytical procedures in gathering the data, whether historical,
descriptive, and experimental and case study.
 Critical: Research exhibits careful and precise judgment.
 Methodical: Research is conducted in a methodical manner without bias using systematic method and
procedures.
 Reliability: The research design and procedures are replicated or repeated to enable the researcher to
arrive at valid and conclusive results.
Types of Research
 Fundamental or basic research: Fundamental research is also known as basis research. If the
goal of the research is to find out the basic truth or principles, it is called as fundamental or
basic research. This type of research is carried out in a laboratory or other sterile
environment, sometimes with animals also. Examples of fundamental research Newton Law.
 Applied research: most of the characteristics of fundamental research is found in applied
research. This type of research involves finding new applications of scientific knowledge to the
solution of a problem such as development of the new system, new device or new methods or
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tools in order to solve the problem. Mind it, most of the educational research falls under the
category of applied research.
 Action research: action research is used to solve an immediate application, not on the
development of theory or general application. If the researcher finds any problem at time of
his fields, investigation and observation, the researcher applies action research at that time
 Historical research: Historical research talks about the past. In this type of research we need
investigation, recording, analyzing and interpreting the events of the past for the purpose of
discovering generalization.
 Quantitative descriptive research: This method is used to describe what is being described,
recording, analyzing, and interpreting conditions that make this around ours. It is used to
discover the relationship between non-manipulated existing variables.
 Qualitative descriptive research: This type of research use non-quantitative methods. This
method of research is used to discover non-quantified relationship between existing variable.
 Experimental research: It describes “what will happen” in the future if certain variables are
carefully controlled and manipulated. Main focus of this kind of research is to find out the
relationship between variables
QUALITIES OF A RESEARCHER
 must be of the temperament that vibrates in unison with the theme which he is searching
 intelligence about subject matter of research
 must having knowledge of research methodology
 must possess an alert mind
 Must have immense courage and a sense of conviction.
 Should cultivate the habit of reserving judgment when the required data are insufficient.
RESEARCH DESIGN
The research design refers to the overall strategy that you choose to integrate the different components of the
study in a coherent and logical way, thereby, ensuring you will effectively address the research problem, it
constitutes the blueprint for the collection, measurement, and analysis of data.
TYPES OF RESEARCH DESIGN

1. Exploratory Research Design ( Formative research Design)
 The main objective of using such a research design is to formulate a research problem for an in-depth or
more precise investigation, or for developing a working hypothesis from an operational aspect. The major
purpose of such studies is the discovery of ideas and insights.
 Therefore, such a research design suitable for such a study should be flexible enough to provide the
opportunity for considering different dimensions of the problem under study.
 The inbuilt flexibility in research design is required as the initial research problem would be transformed
into a more precise one in the exploratory study, which in turn may necessitate changes in the research
procedure for collecting relevant data.
 Usually, the following three methods are considered in the context of a research design for such studies.
They are
 a survey of related literature;
 experience survey; and
 analysis of ‘insight stimulating’ instances.
2. Descriptive And Diagnostic Research Design

 A Descriptive Research Design is concerned with describing the characteristics of a particular individual
or a group.
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 a diagnostic research design determines the frequency with which a variable occurs or its relationship with
another variable.
 the study analyzing whether a certain variable is associated with another comprises a diagnostic research
study. On the other hand, a study that is concerned with specific predictions or with the narration of
facts and characteristics related to an individual, group or situation, are instances of descriptive research
studies.
3. Hypothesis-Testing Research Design

 Hypothesis-Testing Research Designs are those in which the researcher tests the hypothesis of the causal
relationship between two or more variables.
 These studies require procedures that would not only decrease bias and enhance reliability, but also
facilitate deriving inferences about the causality.
IMPORTANT TERMNOLOGY IN RESEARCH
Dependent and Independent Variables

 A magnitude that varies is known as a variable. The concept may assume different quantitative values like
height, weight, income etc. Qualitative variables are not quantifiable in the strictest sense of the term.
 The phenomena that assume different values quantitatively even in decimal points are known as ‘continuous
variables’. But all variables need not be continuous.
 Values that can be expressed only in integer values are called ‘non-continuous variables’. In statistical
terms, they are also known as ‘discrete variables’.
 When changes in one variable depending upon the changes in other variable or variables, it is known as a
dependent or endogenous variable, and the variables that cause the changes in the dependent variable are
known as the independent or explanatory or exogenous variables.
 The independent variables which are not directly related to the purpose of the study but affect the
dependent variables are known as extraneous variables.
Control- One of the most important features of a good research design is to minimize the effect of the
extraneous variable(s). Technically, the term ‘control’ is used when a researcher designs the study in such a
manner that minimizes the effects of extraneous variables.
Research Hypothesis
 When a prediction or a hypothesized relationship is tested by adopting scientific methods, it is known as
the research hypothesis.
 The research hypothesis is a predictive statement which relates to a dependent variable and an
independent variable.
 Whereas the relationships that are assumed but not to be tested are predictive statements that are not
to be objectively verified, thus are not classified as research hypotheses.
 The research in which the independent variable is manipulated is known as ‘experimental hypothesis-
testing research’, whereas the research in which the independent variable is not manipulated is termed as
‘non-experimental hypothesis-testing research.
Experimental And Control Groups :- When a group is exposed to usual conditions in experimental
hypothesis-testing research, it is known as ‘control group’. On the other hand, when the group is exposed to a
certain new or special condition, it is known as an ‘experimental group’.
Treatments :- Treatments refer to the different conditions to which the experimental and control groups are
subject to.
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Experiment :-Experiment refers to the process of verifying the truth of a statistical hypothesis relating to a
given research problem.
Hypothesis
 The hypothesis may be defined as a proposition or a set of propositions set forth as an explanation for the
occurrence of some specified group of phenomena either asserted merely as a provisional conjecture to
guide some investigation in the light of facts(Kothari, 1988).
 Essential features about Hypothesis:
 must be capable of being put to test.
 must state the relationship between two variables, in the case of relational hypotheses.
 must be specific and limited in scope.
 must be stated in the simplest language, to make it understood by all concerned.
 must be consistent and derived from the most known facts
 must be amenable to testing within a stipulated or reasonable period.
 should state the facts that give rise to the necessity of looking for an explanation.
SAMPLING
Sampling is a process used in statistical analysis in which a predetermined number of observations are taken from
a larger population. The methodology used to sample from a larger population depends on the type of analysis being
performed, but it may include simple random sampling or systematic sampling.
METHODS OF SAMPLING
Probability Sampling Methods
1. Simple random sampling
In this case each individual is chosen entirely by chance and each member of the population has an equal chance, or
probability, of being selected. One way of obtaining a random sample is to give each individual in a population a
number, and then use a table of random numbers to decide which individuals to include.
2. Systematic sampling
Individuals are selected at regular intervals from the sampling frame. The intervals are chosen to ensure an
adequate sample size. If you need a sample size n from a population of size x, you should select
every x/nth individual for the sample. For example, if you wanted a sample size of 100 from a population of 1000,
select every 1000/100 = 10th member of the sampling frame.
3. Stratified sampling
In this method, the population is first divided into subgroups (or strata) who all share a similar characteristic. It
is used when we might reasonably expect the measurement of interest to vary between the different subgroups,
and we want to ensure representation from all the subgroups.
4. Clustered sampling
In a clustered sample, subgroups of the population are used as the sampling unit, rather than individuals. The
population is divided into subgroups, known as clusters, which are randomly selected to be included in the study.
Clusters are usually already defined, for example individual GP practices or towns could be identified as clusters.
In single-stage cluster sampling, all members of the chosen clusters are then included in the study. In two-stage
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cluster sampling, a selection of individuals from each cluster is then randomly selected for inclusion. Clustering
should be taken into account in the analysis.
Non-Probability Sampling Methods
1. Convenience sampling
Convenience sampling is perhaps the easiest method of sampling, because participants are selected based on
availability and willingness to take part. Useful results can be obtained, but the results are prone to significant
bias
2. Quota sampling
This method of sampling is often used by market researchers. Interviewers are given a quota of subjects of a
specified type to attempt to recruit.
3. Judgement (or Purposive) Sampling
Also known as selective, or subjective, sampling, this technique relies on the judgement of the researcher when
choosing who to ask to participate.
4. Snowball sampling
This method is commonly used in social sciences when investigating hard-to-reach groups. Existing subjects are
asked to nominate further subjects known to them, so the sample increases in size like a rolling snowball.
Bias in sampling
There are five important potential sources of bias that should be considered when selecting a sample, irrespective
of the method used. Sampling bias may be introduced when:1
1. Any pre-agreed sampling rules are deviated from

2. People in hard-to-reach groups are omitted
3. Selected individuals are replaced with others, for example if they are difficult to contact
4. There are low response rates
5. An out-of-date list is used as the sample frame (for example, if it excludes people who have recently moved to
an area)
STAGES OF A RESEARCH
 Formulating the Research Problem (Including Extensive Literature Review)

 Developing the objectives/Conceptualization a research design
 Preparing the Research Design /Constructing an instrument for data collection
 Selecting a sampling design
 Writing a research proposal
 Collecting the Data
 Analysis of Data/ Processing and displaying data /Including Generalization and Interpretation
 Preparation of the Report or Presentation of Results-Formal write-ups of conclusions reached.
Application of ICT in research, Tools & Services for Research
1. Search Engine & Research Papers
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Google/Bing/Yahoo and many other search engines help you to find useful and relevant contents. This also helps
you to explore the millions of thesis and already published articles and keeps you up to date with the latest
happenings in your area of interest.
Below are important Online Tools to explore millions of research article across the globe.
 Google Scholar – Provides a way to broadly search for scholarly literature across disciplines and sources.
 Microsoft Academic Search – Find information about academic papers, authors, conferences, journals, and
organizations from multiple sources.
 Science scope – Innovation in the exploration of papers and authors.
 ResearchGate – ResearchGate is the professional network for scientists and researchers. Over 15 million
members from all over the world use it to share, discover, and discuss research.
 Biohunter – Portal with literature search, data statistics, reading, sorting, storing, field expert
identification and journal finder.
 edu -is a platform for academics to share research papers. The company’s mission is to accelerate the
world’s research.
 SSRN – Multi-disciplinary online repository of scholarly research and related materials in social sciences.
 DeepDyve- provides simple and affordable access to millions of articles across thousands of peerreviewed
journals. Content from the world’s leading publishers including Reed Elsevier, Springer, Wiley-Blackwell,
and more.
 Wiki Journal Club – Open, user-reviewed summaries of the top studies in medical research.
2. Shared Dataset & Code

 DataBank– Analysis and visualization tool that contains collections of time series data on a variety of
topics.
 Google- Google periodically releases data of interest to researchers in a wide range of computer science
disciplines.
 GitHub– Online software project hosting using the Git revision control system.
 Open Science Framework– Gathers a network of research documents, a version control system, and
collaboration software.
 SlideShare– Community for sharing presentations and other professional content
 gov.uk-The British government’s official data portal offers access to tens of thousands of data sets on
topics such as crime, education, transportation, and health
 gov- The USA government’s official data portal offers access to tens of thousands of data sets
 gov.in- Open Government Data (OGD) Platform India – is a platform for supporting Open Data initiative of
Government of India. The portal is intended to be used by Government of India
 Code Ocean– Cloud-based computational platform which provides a way to share, discover and run
published code.
 Peer Evaluation– Open repository for data, papers, media coupled with an open review and discussion
platform.
3. Connect & Communicate with experts and researchers

 Academia– A place to share and follow research and researchers.
 net – Online platform for professional networking and sharing of knowledge in life sciences.
 Open Science Framework– Gathers a network of research documents, a version control system, and
collaboration software.
 ResearchGate– Social network for researchers.
 AcademicJoy– Sharing research ideas and story in research and innovation.
 Experiment– Crowdfunding Platform for Scientic Research.
 Linkedin- Connect with people in your area of interest.
 Thinkable– Platform to mobilize knowledge and fund breakthrough ideas.
 ScienceOpen– Freely accessible research network to share and evaluate scientic information.
 Communication tools– web-ex, skype, TeamViewers, anywhere,
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4. Free Digital Library
The National Digital library of India is a project under the Ministry of Human Resource Development, India. The
objective is to integrate several national and international digital libraries in one single web-portal. The NDL
provides free access to many books in English and the Indian languages.
5. Simulation/Lab and project management

Internet of things is coming to laboratories and connecting instrumentation to the internet allowing us to perform
experiments from anywhere in the world.
Virtual Labs project is an initiative of the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), Government of India
under the aegis of National Mission on Education through Information and Communication Technology (NMEICT).
This project is a consortium activity of twelve participating institutes and IIT Delhi is coordinating institute. It is
a paradigm shift in ICT-based education. For the first time, such an initiative has been taken-up in
remote‐experimentation.
 Lab Suit– Inventory Management, orders Management, materials Trade-In, price Comparison.
 Life technologies Lab Management Tool – Management tool for lab equipment and services.
 LiveLabSpace– Collaborative research tool that lets you plan experiments, replicate outcomes and generate
research papers.
6. Write & publish research papers

Various online available writing tools are the needs of researchers. Tools are required to store and manage
references, collaborations across labs and continents, collaborative writing tools & track of the modifications done
by others to the manuscript.
 CitationStyles – Find and edit CSL citation styles.
 Papers – helps you collect and curate the research material that you’re passionate about.
 Zotero – helps you collect, organize, cite, and share your research sources
 Draft – Version control and collaboration to improve your writing.
 Typewrite – A simple, real-time collaborative writing environment.
 ScienceOpen – Freely accessible research network to share and evaluate scientific information.
ICT in Research Sponsored by Govt. of India

 India has been ranked 121st among 157 countries in terms of progress in the realm of information and
communication technology (ICT) in a newly-released report of the International Telecommunication Union
(ITU), which makes an annual assessment based on a wide range of parameters and data
 National Mission on Education through ICT (NMEICT) is a major initiative of the Govt. of India in this
direction intending to leverage the potential of ICT in providing high quality personalized and interactive
content, free of cost, to all the learners.
 The National Mission on Education through Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has, under its
aegis, created Virtual Labs, Open Source and Access Tools, Virtual Conference Tools, Talk to Teacher
programs, a Non-Invasive Blood Glucometer and also for simulated lab experiments, a Di. Electric
frequency shifts the application development of resonator for low-cost oscillators.
RESEARCH ETHICS
 Research Ethics is a set of guidelines that help researchers to conduct research successfully. The major
principals revolve around the research process, data collection, interpretation of data, report publication,
thesis, confidentiality, obfuscation and plagiarism.
 The ethics are closely related to the moral and value, it explains norms for conduct that distinguish
between ‘what is wrong’ & ‘what is right’.
 It fosters a research culture that adheres to ‘relevant legislation governing the protection of the dignity,
rights, safety and privacy of those involved in research;’ ‘provide clear and easily accessible guidance on
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best ethical practice and regulatory requirements’; ‘offer support and training to staff and students and
any others
General Ethical Issues

 Ethical issues related to the research process
 Ethical issues related to participant or researcher
 Ethical issues related to sponsoring institution
MCQ on Research Aptitude for NTA - NET Exam
1. There are two sets given below. Set – I specifies the types of research, while Set – II
indicates their characteristics. Match the two and give your answer by selecting the
appropriate code.
(Research types) (Characteristics)
(a) Fundamental research (i) Finding out the extent of perceived impact
of an intervention
(b) Applied research (ii) Developing an effective explanation through
theory building
(c) Action research (iii) Improving an existing situation through
use of interventions
(d) Evaluative research (iv) Exploring the possibility of a theory for use in
various situations
(v) Enriching technological
resources Code :
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(1) (ii) (iv) (iii) (i)
(2) (v) (iv) (iii) (ii)
(3) (i) (ii) (iii) (iv)
(4) (ii) (iii) (iv)
(v) Answer: 1
2. Which of the sets of activities best indicate the cyclic nature of action research strategy ?
(1) Reflect, Observe, Plan, Act
(2) Observe, Act, Reflect, Plan
(3) Act, Plan, Observe, Reflect
(4) Plan, Act, Observe,
Reflect Answer: 4
3. Which of the following sequences of research steps is nearer to scientific method ?
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(1) Suggested solution of the problem , deducing the consequences of the solution, perceiving the problem
situation, location of the difficulty and testing the solution.
(2) Perceiving the problem situation, Locating the actual problem and its definition, Hypothesizing,
Deducing the consequences of the suggested solution and Testing the hypothesis in action.
(3) Defining a problem, Identifying the causes of the problem, Defining a
population, Drawing a sample, Collecting data and Analysing results.
(4) Identifying the causal factors, Defining the problem, Developing a hypothesis,
Selecting a sample, Collecting data and arriving at generalizations and Conclusions.
Answer: 3
4. The problem of ‘research ethics’ is concerned with which aspect of research activities ?
(1) Following the prescribed format of a thesis
(2) Data analysis through qualitative or quantitative techniques
(3) Defining the population of research
(4) Evidence based research
reporting Answer: 4
5. In which of the following activities, potential for nurturing creative and critical
thinking is relatively greater ?
(1) Preparing research summary
(2) Presenting a seminar paper
(3) Participation in research conference
(4) Participation in a
workshop Answer: 4
6. Which of the following research types focuses on ameliorating the prevailing situations ?
(1) Fundamental Research
(2) Applied Research
(3) Action Research
(4) Experimental
Research Answer : 3
7. A researcher attempts to evaluate the effect of method of feeding on anxiety –

proneness of children. Which method of research would be appropriate for this ?
(1) Case study method
(2) Experimental method
(3) Ex-post-facto method
(4) Surveymethod
Answer : 3
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8. In which of the following arrangements a wider spectrum of ideas and issues may be
made possible ?
(1) Research Article
(2) Workshop mode
(3) Conference
(4) Symposium
Answer : 2
9. Infinalizingathesiswritingformat whichofthefollowingwould form partof

supplementary pages ?
(1) List of tables and figures
(2) Table of contents
(3) Conclusions of the study
(4) Bibliography and
Appendices
Answer : 1
10. Which of the following is susceptible to the issue of research ethics ?

(1) Inaccurate application of statistical techniques
(2) Faulty research design
(3) Choice of sampling techniques
(4) Reporting of research
findings
Answer : 4
11. The principal of a school conducts an interview session of teachers and students
with a view to explore the possibility of their enhanced participation in school
programmes. This endeavour may be related to which type of research ?
(1) Evaluation Research
(2) Fundamental Research
(3) Action Research
(4) Applied Research
Answer: 3
12. In doing action research what is the usual sequence of steps ?

(1) Reflect, observe, plan, act
(2) Plan, act, observe, reflect
(3) Plan, reflect, observe, act
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(4) Act, observe, plan,
reflect
Answer: 2
13. Which sequence of research steps is logical in the list given below ?
(1) Problem formulation, Analysis, Development of Research design,
Hypothesis making, Collection of data, Arriving at generalizations and
conclusions.
(2) Development of Research design, Hypothesis making, Problem formulation,
Data analysis, Arriving at conclusions and data collection.
(3) Problem formulation, Hypothesis making, Development of a Research design,
Collection of data, Data analysis and formulation of generalizations and conclusions.
(4) Problem formulation, Deciding about the sample and data collection
tools, Formulation ofhypothesis, Collection and interpretation of research
evidence.
Answer: 3
14. Below are given two sets – research methods (Set-I) and data collection tools
(Set-II). Match the two sets and indicate your answer by selecting the correct code :
(Research Methods) (Data Collection Tools)
a. Experimental method i. Using primary and secondary sources
b. Ex post-facto method ii. Questionnaire
c. Descriptive survey method iii. Standardized tests
d. Historical method iv. Typical characteristic
tests Codes :
a b cd
(1) ii i iiiiv
(2) iii iv iii
(3) ii iii iiv
(4) ii iv iiii
Answer: 2
15. The issue of ‘research ethics’ may be considered pertinent at which stage of research ?
(1) At the stage of problem formulation and its definition
(2) At the stage of defining the population of research
(3) At the stage of data collection and interpretation
(4) At the stage of reporting the findings.
Answer :4
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16. In qualitative research paradigm, which of the following features may be considered critical?
(A) Data collection with standardised research tools.
(B) Sampling design with probability sample techniques.
(C) Data collection with bottom-up empirical evidences.
(D) Data gathering to take with top-down systematic evidences.
Answer: C
17. From the following list of statements identify the set which has negative implications for
‘research ethics’ :
(i) A researcher critically looks at the findings of another research.
(ii) Related studies are cited without proper references.
(iii) Research findings are made the basis for policy making.
(iv) Conduct of practitioner is screened in terms of reported research evidences.
(v) A research study is replicated with a view to verify the evidences from other researches.
(vi) Both policy making and policy implementing processes are regulated in terms of preliminary
studies.
Codes:
(A) (i), (ii) and (iii)
(B) (ii), (iii) and (iv)
(C) (ii), (iv) and (vi)
(D) (i), (iii) and
(v) Answer: C
18. A research intends to explore the effect of possible factors for the organization of
effective mid-day meal interventions. Which research method will be most appropriate for this
study?
(A) Historical method
(B) Descriptive survey method
(C) Experimental method
(D) Ex-post-facto
method Answer: D
19. Which of the following is an initial mandatory requirement for pursuing research?
(A) Developing a research design
(B) Formulating a research question
(C) Deciding about the data analysis procedure
(D) Formulating a research
hypothesis
Answer: B
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20. The format of thesis writing is the same as in
(A) preparation of a research paper/article
(B) writing of seminarpresentation
(C) a research dissertation
(D) presenting a workshop/conference
paper Answer: C
21. Which of the following statements is not true in the context of participatory research?
(A) It recognizes knowledge as power.
(B) It emphasises on people as experts.
(C) It is a collective process of enquiry.
(D) Its sole purpose is production of knowledge.
Answer: D
22. Which of the following statements is true in the context of the testing of a hypothesis?
(A) It is only the alternative hypothesis, that can be tested.
(B) It is only the null hypothesis, that can be tested.
(C) Both, the alternative and the null hypotheses can be tested.
(D) Both, the alternative and the null hypotheses cannot be tested.
Answer: B
23. Which of the following are the basic rules of APA style of referencing format?
(a) Italicize titles of shorter works such as journal articles or essays
(b) Invert authors’ names (last name first)
(c) Italicize titles of longer works such as books and journals
(d) Alphabetically index reference list

(A) (a) and (b)
(B) (b), (c) and (d)
(C) (c) and (d)
(D) (a), (b), (c) and
(d) Answer: B
24. Which of the following are the characteristics of a seminar?

(a) It is a form of academic instruction.
(b) It involves questioning, discussion and debates.
(c) It involves large groups of individuals.
(d) It needs involvement of skilled persons.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below

(A) (b) and (c)
(B) (b) and (d)
(C) (b), (c) and (d)
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(D) (a), (b) and
(d) Answer: D
25. A researcher is interested in studying the prospects of a particular political party in an

urban area. What tool should he prefer for the study?
(A) Rating scale
(B) Interview
(C) Questionnaire
(D) Schedule
(D
)(Answer: C
26. Ethical norms in research do not involve guidelines for:

(A) Thesis format
(B) Copyright
(C) Patenting policy
(D) Data sharing
policies Answer: A
27. Consider the argument given below:

‘Pre – employment testing of teachers is quite fair because doctors, architects and
engineers who are now employed had to face such a testing.’
What type of argument it is?
(A) Deductive
(B) Analogical
(C) Psychological
(D) Biologica
l Answer: B
28. A definition that has a meaning that is deliberately assigned to some symbol is called:
(A) Lexical
(B) Precising
(C) Stipulative
(D) Persuasive
Answer: C
29. A Cluster of propositions with a structure that exhibits some inference is called
(A) An inference
(B) An argument
(C) An explanation
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(D) A valid
argument
Answer: B
30. Which of the following statements regarding the meaning of research are correct
(a) Research refers to a series of systematic activity or activities undertaken to find out the
solution of a problem
(b) It is a systematic, logical and an unbiased process wherein verification of hypothesis data
analysis, interpretation and formation of principles can be done
(c) It is an intellectual enquiry or quest towards truth
(d) It leads to enhancement of knowledge
(A) (a), (b) and (c)

(B) (b), (c) and (d)
(C) (a), (c) and(d)
(D) (a), (b), (c) and
(d) Answer: D
31. A good thesis writing should involve

(a) reduction of punctuation and grammatical errors to a minimum
(b) careful checking of references
(c) consistency in the way the thesis is written
(d) a clear and well written abstract
(A) (a), (b), (c) and (d)

(B) (a), (b) and (c)
(C) (a), (b) and (d)
(D) (b), (c) and(d)
Answer: A
32. Jean Piaget gave a theory of cognitive development of humans on the basis of his
(A) Fundamental research e basis of his
(B) applied research
(C) Action research
(D) Evaluation
Research
Answer: A
33. “Male and female students perform equally well in a numerical aptitude test.”
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This statement indicates a(A) research hypothesis
(B) null hypothesis
(C) directional hypothesis
(D) statistical hypothesis
Answer: B
34. The conclusions/findings of which type of research cannot be generalized to other situations
(A) Historical research
(B) Descriptive Research
(C) Experimental Research
(D) Causal Comparative Research
Answer: C
35. Which of the following steps are required to design a questionnaire

(a) Writing primary and secondary aims of the study
(b) Review of the current literature
(c) Prepare a draft of questionnaire
(d) Revision of the draft
(A) (a), (b) and (c)

(B) (a), (c) and(d)
(C) (b), (c) and (d)
(D) (a), (b), (c)
and (d)
Answer: B
36. When the purpose of a definition is to explain the use or to eliminate ambiguity the definition is
called
(A) Stipulative
(B) Theoretical
(C) Lexical
(D) Persuasie
Answer: B
37. The core elements of dissertation are

(A) Introduction; Data Collection; Data Analysis; Conclusions and Recommendations
(B) Executive Summary; Literature review; Data gathered; Conclusions; Bibliography
(C) Research Plan; Research Data; Analysis; References
(D) Introduction; Literature Review; Research Methodology; Results; Discussion and
Conclusion
Answer: D
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38. What is a Research Design?
(A) A Way of conducting research that is not grounded in theory.
(B) The choice between using qualitative or quantitative methods.
(C) The style in which you present your research findings e.g. a graph.
(D) A framework for every stage of the collection and analysis of data.
Answer: D
39. “Sampling Cases” means

(A) Sampling using a sampling frame
(B) Identifying people who are suitable for research
(C) Literally the researcher’s brief case
(D) Sampling of people, newspapers, television programmes etc.
Answer: D
40. The frequency distribution of a research data which is symmetrical in shape similar to
a normal distribution but center peak is much higher, is
(A) Skewed
(B) Mesokurtic
(C) Leptokurtic
(D) Platykurti
c Answer: C
41. When planning to do a social research, it is better to

(A) Approach the topic with an open mind
(B) Do a pilot study before getting stuck into it
(C) Be familiar with literature on the topic
(D) Forget about theory because this is a very
practical Answer: A
42. When academicians are called to deliver lecture or presentations to an audience on certain
topics or a set of topics of educational nature, it is called
(A) Training Program
(B) Seminar
(C) Workshop
(D) Symposium
Answer: B
43. Media is knownas

(A) First Estate
(B) Second Estate
(C) Third Estate
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(D) Fourth Estate Answer: D
44. In a thesis, figures and tables are included in

(A) The appendix
(B) A separate chapter
(C) The concluding chapter
(D) The text
itself
Answer: D
45. A thesis statement is

(A) An observation
(B) A fact
(C) An assertion
(D) A discussion
Answer: C
46. The research approach of Max Weber to understand how people create meanings in natural
settings is identified as
(A) Positive paradigm
(B) Criticalparadigm
(C) Natural paradigm
(D) Interpretative
paradigm
Answer: D
47. Which one of the following is a non probability sampling?

(A) Simple Random
(B) Purposive
(C) Systematic
(D) Stratife
Answer: B
48. Identify the category of evaluation that assesses the learning progress to provide continuous
feedback to the students during instruction.
(A) Placement
(B) Diagnostic
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(C) Formative
(D) Summative
Answer: C
49. The research stream of immediate application is

(A) Conceptual research
(B) Action research
(C) Fundamental research
(D) Empiricalresearch
Answer: B
50. The population information is called parameter while the corresponding sample information is
known as
(A) Universe
(B) Inference
(C) Sampling design
(D) Statistis
Answer: D
51. The sequential operations in scientific research are

(A) Co-vaiation, Elimination of Spurious Relations, Generalisation, Theorisation
(B) Generalisation, Co-variation, Theorisation, Elimination of Spurious Relations
(C) Theorisation, Generalisation, Elimination of Spurious Relations, Co-variation
(D) Elimination of Spurious Relations, Theorisation, Generalisation, Co-variation.
Answer: A
52. In sampling, the lottery method is used for

(A) Interpretation
(B) Theorisation
(C) Conceptualisation
(D) Randomisation
Answer: D
53. Which is the main objective of research?

(A) To review the literature
(B) To summarize what is already known
(C) To get an academic degree
(D) To discover new facts or to make fresh interpretation of known
facts
Answer: D
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54. Sampling error decreases with the
(A) Decrease in sample size
(B) Increase in sample size
(C) Process of randomization
(D) Process of
analysis
Answer: B
55. The Principles of fundamental research are used in

(A) Action research
(B) Applied research
(C) Philosophical research
(D) Historical
research
Answer: B
56. Which one of the following is not a non-parametric test ?

(A) t-test
(B) Sign test
(C) Chi-square test
(D) Ro Test
T
Answer: A
57. Read the following statements – one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason
(R) : Assertion (A) : Qualitative research in India has a long way to go to reach international
standards.
Reason (R) : Because the funding agencies do not support qualitative research in academic
institutions.
Find the correct answer from the codes given below :

(B) Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
(C) Both (A) and (R) are false.
(D) (A) is true, but (R) is
false
Answer: D
58. Identify the correct sequence of research steps :

(A) Selection of topic, review of literature, data collection, interpretation of findings
(B) Review of literature, selection of topic, data collection, interpretation of findings
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(C) Selection of topic, data collection, review of literature, interpretation of findings
(D) Selection of topic, review of literature, interpretation of findings, data
collection
Answer: A
59. Deconstruction is a popular method of research in

(A) Basic Science
(B) Applied Science
(C) Social Science
(D) Literatue
Answer: D
60. With which one of the following techniques communality is associated?

(A) Univariate analysis
(B) Factor analysis
(C) Case studies
(D) SWOT
analysis
Answer: B
61. The variable which impacts the relationship between an independent variable and a dependent
variable is known as
(A) antecedent variable
(B) precedent variable
(C) predictor variable
(D) control
variable
Answer: D
62. Which one of the following is a nonprobability sampling method?

(A) Simple Random Sampling
(B) Stratified Sampling
(C) Cluster Sampling
(D) Quota
Sampling
Answer: D
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63. A research paper
(A) is a compilation of information on a topic.
(B) contains original research as deemed by the author.
(C) contains peer-reviewed original research or evaluation of research conducted by others.
(D) can be published in more than one journal.
Answer: C
64. Which one of the following belongs to the category of good ‘research ethics’?
(A) Publishing the same paper in two research journals without telling the editors.
(B) Conducting a review of the literature that acknowledges the contributions of other people in
the relevant field or relevant prior work.
(C) Trimming outliers from a data set without discussing your reasons in a research paper.
(D) Including a colleague as an author on a research paper in return for a favor even though the
colleague did not make a serious contribution to the paper.
Answer: B
65. Which of the following sampling methods is not based on probability?

(A) Simple Random Sampling
(B) Stratified Sampling
(C) Quota Sampling
(D) Cluster Sampling
Answer: (c )
66. Which one of the following references is written as per Modern Language Association (MLA)
format?
(A) Hall, Donald. Fundamentals of Electronics, New Delhi : Prentice Hall of India, 2005
(B) Hall, Donald. Fundamentals of Electronics, New Delhi : Prentice Hall of India, 2005
(C) Hall, Donald. Fundamentals of Electronics, New Delhi : Prentice Hall of India, 2005
(D) Hall, Donald. Fundamentals of Electronics, New Delhi : Prentice Hall of
India,2005
Answer: D
67. A workshop is
(A) a conference for discussion on a topic.
(B) a meeting for discussion on a topic.
(C) a class at a college or a university in which a teacher and the students discuss a topic.
(D) a brief intensive course for a small group emphasizing the development of a skill or
technique for solving a specific problem.
Answer: D
68. A working hypothesisis

(A) a proven hypothesis for an argument.
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(B) not required to be tested.
(C) a provisionally accepted hypothesis for further research.
(D) a scientific theory.
Answer: C
69. Which one of the following is an indication of the quality of a research journal?
(A) Impact factor
(B) h-index
(C) g-index
(D) i10-
index
Answer: A
70. Good ‘research ethics’ means

(A) Not disclosing the holdings of shares/stocks in a company that sponsors your research.
(B) Assigning a particular research problem to one Ph.D./research student only.
(C) Discussing with your colleagues confidential data from a research paper that you are reviewing
for an academic journal.
(D) Submitting the same research manuscript for publishing in more than one journal.
Answer: B
71. Which of the following sampling methods is based on probability?

(A) Convenience sampling
(B) Quota sampling
(C) Judgement sampling
(D) Stratified
sampling
Answer: D
72. Which one of the following references is written according to American Psychological
Association (APA) format?
(A) Sharma, V. (2010). Fundamentals of Computer Science. New Delhi : Tata McGraw Hill
(B) Sharma, V. 2010. Fundamentals of Computer Science. New Delhi : Tata McGraw Hill
(C) Sharma.V. 2010. Fundamentals of Computer Science, New Delhi : Tata McGraw Hill
(D) Sharma, V. (2010), Fundamentals of Computer Science, New Delhi : Tata McGraw
Hill
Answer: A
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73. Arrange the following steps of research in correct sequence :
(1) Identification of research problem
(2) Listing of research objectives
(3) Collection of data
(4) Methodology
(5) Data analysis
(6) Results and discussion
(A) 1 – 2 – 3 – 4 – 5 – 6
(B) 1 – 2 – 4 – 3 – 5 – 6
(C) 2 – 1 – 3 – 4 – 5 – 6
(D) 2 – 1 – 4 – 3 – 5 – 6
Answer: B
74. Identify the incorrect statement:

(A) A hypothesis is made on the basis of limited evidence as a starting point for further
investigations.
(B) A hypothesis is a basis for reasoning without any assumption of its truth.
(C) Hypothesis is a proposed explanation for a phenomenon.
(D) Scientific hypothesis is a scientific theory.
Answer: D
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Prepared by
Govind Singh ( Assistant Professor, GNCL)
(B.Com,M.Com., MBA, B.Ed., CTET, NET- Commerce-3Times)
READING COMPREHENSION
Read the following passage carefully and answer question numbers 1 to 5.

I did that thing recently where you have to sign a big card - which is a horror unto itself, especially
as the keeper of the Big Card was leaning over me at the time. Suddenly I was on the spot, a rabbit
in the headlights, torn between doing a fun message or some sort of in-joke or a drawing. Instead
overwhelmed by the myriad options available to me, I decided to just write: "Good luck, best, Joel".
It was then that I realised, to my horror, that I had forgotten how to write. My entire existence is
"tap letters into computer". My shopping lists are hidden in the notes function of my phone. If I
need to remember something I send an e-mail to myself. A pen is something I chew when I'm
struggling to think. Paper is something I pile beneath my laptop to make it a more comfortable
height for me to type on.
A poll of 1,000 teens by the stationers, Bic found that one in 10 don't own a pen, a third have never
written a letter, and half of 13 to 19 years - old have never been forced to sit down and write a
thank you letter. More than 80 % have never written a love letter, 56 % don't have letter paper at
home. And a quarter have never known the unique torture of writing a birthday card. The most a
teen ever has to use a pen is on an exam paper.
Bic, have you heard of mobile phones? Have you heard of e-mail, facebook and snap chatting? This is
the future. Pens are dead. Paper is dead. Handwriting is a relic.
"Handwriting is one of the most creative outlets we have and should be given the same importance
as other art forms such as sketching, painting or photography."
Answer the following questions:

1. When confronted with signing a big card, the author felt like "a rabbit in the headlight".
What does this phrase mean?
(1) A state of confusion
(2) A state of pleasure
(3) A state of anxiety
(4) A state of pain
Answer: 1
2. According to the author, which one is not the most creative outlet of pursuit?
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(1) Handwriting
(2) Photography
(3) Sketching
(4) Reading
Answer: 4
3. The entire existence of the author revolves round:

(a) Computer
(b) Mobile phone
(c) Typewriter

(1) (b) only
(2) (a) and (b) only
(3) (a), (b) and (c)
(4) (b) and (c) only
Answer: 2
4. How many teens, as per the Bic survey, do not own a pen?
(1) 800
(2) 560
(3) 500
(4) 100
Answer: 4
5. What is the main concern of the author?

(1) That the teens use social networks for communication.
(2) That the teens use mobile phones.
(3) That the teens use computer.
(4) That the teens have forgotten the art of handwriting.
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Answer: 4
Read the following passage carefully and answer question numbers from 6 to 11:
In terms of labour, for decades the relatively low cost and high quality of Japanese workers
conferred considerable competitive advantage across numerous durable goods and
consumerelectronics industries (eg. Machinery, automobiles, televisions, radios). Then labour-based
advantages shifted to South Korea, then to Malaysia, Mexico and other nations. Today, China
appears to be capitalizing best on the basis of labour. Japanese firms still remain competitive in
markets for such durable goods, electronics and other products, but the labour force is no longer
sufficient for competitive advantage over manufacturers in other industrializing nations. Such
shifting of labour-based advantage is clearly not limited to manufacturing industries. Today, a huge
number of IT and service jobs are moving from Europe and North America to India, Singapore, and
like countries with relatively well-educated, low-cost workforces possessing technical skills.
However, as educational levels and technical skills continue to rise in other countries, India,
Singapore, and like nations enjoying labour-based competitive advantage today are likely to find
such advantage cannot be sustained through emergence of new competitors.
In terms of capital, for centuries the days of gold coins and later even paper money restricted
financial flows. Subsequently regional concentrations were formed where large banks, industries
and markets coalesced. But today capital flows internationally at rapid speed. Global commerce no
longer requires regional interactions among business players. Regional capital concentrations in
places such as New York, London and Tokyo still persist, of course, but the capital concentrated
there is no longer sufficient for competitive advantage over other capitalists distributed
worldwide. Only if an organization is able to combine, integrate and apply its resources (eg. Land,
labour, capital, IT) in an effective manner that is not readily imitable by competitors can such an
organization enjoy competitive advantage sustainable overtime.
In a knowledge-based theory of the firm, this idea is extended to view organizational knowledge as
a resource with atleast the same level of power and importance as the traditional economic inputs.
An organization with superior knowledge can achieve competitive advantage in markets that
appreciate the application of such knowledge. Semiconductors, genetic engineering,
pharmaceuticals, software, military warfare, and like knowledge-intensive competitive arenas
provide both time-proven and current examples. Consider semiconductors (e.g. computer chips),
which are made principally of sand and common metals. These ubiquitous and powerful electronic
devices are designed within common office buildings, using commercially available tools, and
fabricated within factories in many industrialized nations. Hence, land is not the key competitive
resource in the semiconductor industry.
Based on the passage answer the following questions:

6. Which country enjoyed competitive advantages in automobile industry for decades?
(1) South Korea
(2) Japan
(3) Mexico
(4) Malaysia
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Answer: 2
7. Why labour-based competitive advantages of India and Singapore cannot be sustained in IT

and service sectors?
(1) Due to diminishing levels of skill.
(2) Due to capital-intensive technology making inroads.
(3) Because of new competitors.
(4) Because of shifting of labour-based advantage in manufacturing industries.
Answer: 3
8. How can an organisation enjoy competitive advantage sustainable overtime?

(1) Through regional capital flows.
(2) Through regional interactions among business players.
(3) By making large banks, industries and markets coalesced.
(4) By effective use of various instrumentalities.
Answer: 4
9. What is required to ensure competitive advantages in specific markets?

(1) Access to capital
(2) Common office buildings
(3) Superior knowledge
(4) Common metals
Answer: 3
10. The passage also mentions about the trend of

(1) Global financial flow
(2) Absence of competition in manufacturing industry
(3) Regionalisation of capitalists
(4) Organizational incompatibility
Answer: 1
11. What does the author lay stress on in the passage?
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(1) International commerce
(2) Labour-Intensive industries
(3) Capital resource management
(4) Knowledge-driven competitive advantage
Answer: 4
Read the following passage carefully and answer questions from 12 to 17:
The last great war, which nearly shook the foundations of the modern world, had little impact on
Indian literature beyond aggravating the popular revulsion against violence and adding to the
growing disillusionment with the ‘humane pretensions’ of the Western World. This was eloquently
voiced in Tagore’s later poems and his last testament, Crisis in Civilisation. The Indian intelligentsia
was in a state of moral dilemma. On the one hand, it could not help sympathising with England’s
dogged courage in the hour of peril, with the Russians fighting with their backs to the wall against
the ruthless Nazi hordes, and with China groaning under the heel of Japanese militarism; on the
other hand, their own country was practically under military occupation of their own soil, and an
Indian army under Subhas Bose was trying from the opposite camp to liberate their country. No
creative impulse could issue from such confusion of loyalties. One would imagine that the
achievement of Indian independence in 1947, which came in the wake of the Allies’ victory and was
followed by the collapse of colonialism in the neighbouring countries of South-East Asia, would have
released an upsurge of creative energy. No doubt it did, but unfortunately it was soon submerged in
the great agony of partition, with its inhuman slaughter of the innocents and the uprooting of
millions of people from their homeland, followed by the martyrdom of Mahatma Gandhi. These
tragedies, along with Pakistan’s invasion of Kashmir and its later atrocities in Bangladesh, did indeed
provoke a poignant writing, particularly in the languages of the regions most affected, Bengali,
Hindi, Kashmiri, Punjabi, Sindhi and Urdu. But poignant or passionate writing does not by itself make
great literature. What reserves of enthusiasm and confidence survived these disasters have been
mainly absorbed in the task of national reconstruction and economic development. Great literature
has always emerged out of chains of convulsions. Indian literature is richer today in volume, range
and variety than it ever was in the past.
Based on the passage answer the following questions from 12 to 17:

12. What was the impact of the last great war on Indian literature?
(1) It had no impact.
(2) It aggravated popular revulsion against violence.
(3) It shook the foundations of literature.
(4) It offered eloquent support to the Western World.
Answer: 2
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13. What did Tagore articulate in his last testament?
(1) Offered support to Subhas Bose.
(2) Exposed the humane pretensions of the Western World.
(3) Expressed loyalty to England.
(4) Encouraged the liberation of countries.
Answer: 2
14. What was the stance of Indian intelligentsia during the period of great war?
(1) Indifference to Russia’s plight.
(2) They favoured Japanese militarism.
(3) They prompted creativity out of confused loyalties.
(4) They expressed sympathy for England’s dogged courage.
Answer: 4
15. Identify the factor responsible for the submergence of creative energy in Indian
literature.
(1) Military occupation of one’s own soil.
(2) Resistance to colonial occupation.
(3) Great agony of partition.
(4) Victory of Allies.
Answer: 3
16. What was the aftermath that survived tragedies in Kashmir and Bangladesh?
(1) Suspicion of other countries
(2) Continuance of rivalry
(3) Menace of war
(4) National reconstruction
Answer: 4
17. The passage has the message that

(1) Disasters are inevitable.
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(2) Great literature emerges out of chains of convulsions.
(3) Indian literature does not have a marked landscape.
(4) Literature has no relation with war and independence.
Answer: 2
Read the passage carefully and answer question numbers from 18 to 23.
Climate change is considered to be one of the most serious threats to sustainable development,
with adverse impacts on the environment, human health, food security, economic activity, natural
resources and physical infrastructure. Global climate varies naturally. According to the
Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), the effects of climate change have already been
observed, and scientific findings indicate that precautionary and prompt action is necessary.
Vulnerability to climate change is not just a function of geography or dependence on natural
resources; it also has social, economic and political dimensions which influence how climate change
affects different groups. Poor people rarely have insurance to cover loss of property due to natural
calamities i.e. drought, floods, super cyclones etc. The poor communities are already struggling to
cope with the existing challenges of poverty and climate variability and climate change could push
many beyond their ability to cope or even survive. It is vital that these communities are helped to
adapt to the changing dynamics of nature. Adaptation is a process through which societies make
themselves better able to cope with an uncertain future. Adapting to climate change entails taking
the right measures to reduce the negative effects of climate change (or exploit the positive ones)
by making the appropriate adjustments and changes. These range from technological options such as
increased sea defences or flood - proof houses on stilts to behavioural change at the individual
level, such as reducing water use in times of drought. Other strategies include early warning
systems for extreme events, better water management, improved risk management, various
insurance options and biodiversity conservation. Because of the speed at which climate change is
happening due to global temperature rise, it is urgent that the vulnerability of developing countries
to climate change is reduced and their capacity to adapt is increased and national adaptation plans
are implemented. Adapting to climate change will entail adjustments and changes at every level from
community to national and international. Communities must build their resilience, including adopting
appropriate technologies while making the most of traditional knowledge, and diversifying their
livelihoods to cope with current and future climate stress. Local coping strategies and knowledge
need to be used in synergy with government and local interventions. The need of adaptation
interventions depends on national circumstances. There is a large body of knowledge and experience
within local communities on coping with climatic variability and extreme weather events. Local
communities have always aimed to adapt to variations in their climate. To do so, they have made
preparations based on their resources and their knowledge accumulated through experience of past
weather patterns. This includes times when they have also been forced to react to and recover
from extreme events, such as floods, drought and hurricanes. Local coping strategies are an
important element of planning for adaptation. Climate change is leading communities to experience
climatic extremes more frequently, as well as new climate conditions and extremes. Traditional
knowledge can help to provide efficient, appropriate and time - tested ways of advising and enabling
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adaptation to climate change in communities who are feeling the effects of climate changes due to
global warming.
18. Given below are the factors of vulnerability of poor people to climate change. Select the
code that contains the correct answer.
(a) Their dependence on natural resources
(b) Geographical attributes
(c) Lack of financial resources
(d) Lack of traditional knowledge
Code:
(1) (a), (b) and (c)
(2) (b), (c) and (d)
(3) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
(4) (c) only
Answer: 1
19. Adaptation as a process enables societies to cope with:

(a) An uncertain future
(b) Adjustments and changes
(c) Negative impact of climate change
(d) Positive impact of climate change
Select the most appropriate answer from the following code:

(1) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
(2) (a) and (c)
(3) (b), (c) and (d)
(4) (c) only
Answer: 1
20. To address the challenge of climate change, developing countries urgently require:
(1) Imposition of climate change tax
(2) Implementation of national adaptation policy at their level
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(3) Adoption of short-term plans
(4) Adoption of technological solutions
Answer: 2
21. The traditional knowledge should be used through:

(1) Its dissemination
(2) Improvement in national circumstances
(3) Synergy between government and local interventions
(4) Modern technology
Answer: 3
22. The main focus of the passage is on:

(1) Combining traditional knowledge with appropriate technology
(2) Co-ordination between regional and national efforts
(3) Adaptation to climate change
(4) Social dimensions of climate change
Answer: 3
If India has to develop her internal strengths, the nation has to focus on the technological
imperatives, keeping in mind three dynamic dimensions: the people, the overall economy and the
strategic interests. These technological imperatives also take into account a ‘fourth’ dimension,
time, an offshoot of modern day dynamism in business, trade, and technology that leads to
continually shifting targets. We believe that technological strengths are especially crucial in dealing
with this fourth dimension underlying continuous change in the aspirations of the people, the
economy in the global context, and the strategic interests. The progress of technology lies at the
heart of human history. Technological strengths are the key to creating more productive
employment in an increasingly competitive market place and to continually upgrade human skills.
Without a pervasive use of technologies, we cannot achieve overall development of our people in the
years to come. The direct linkages of technology to the nation’s strategic strengths are becoming
more and more clear, especially since 1990s. India’s own strength in a number of core areas still
puts it in a position of reasonable strength in geo-political context. Any nation aspiring to become a
developed one needs to have strengths in various strategic technologies and also the ability to
continually upgrade them through its own creative strengths. For people-oriented actions as well,
whether for the creation of large scale productive employment or for ensuring nutritional and
health security for people, or for better living conditions, technology is the only vital input. The
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absence of greater technological impetus could lead to lower productivity and wastage of precious
natural resources. Activities with low productivity or low value addition, in the final analysis hurt
the poorest most. The technological imperatives to lift our people to a new life, and to a life they
are entitled to is important. India, aspiring to become a major economic power in terms of trade and
increase in GDP, cannot succeed on the strength of turnkey projects designed and built abroad or
only through large-scale imports of plant machinery, equipment and know how. Even while being alive
to the short-term realities, medium and long-term strategies to develop core technological
strengths within our industry are vital for envisioning a developed India.
23. According to the above passage, which of the following are indicative of the fourth
dimension?
(a) Aspirations of people
(b) Modern day dynamism
(c) Economy in the global context
(d) Strategic interests
Code:
(1) (a), (b) and (c) only
(2) (b), (c) and (d) only
(3) (a), (c) and (d) only
(4) (a), (b) and (d) only
Answer: 3
24. More productive employment demands:

(1) Pervasive use of technology
(2) Limiting competitive market place
(3) Geo-political considerations
(4) Large industries
Answer: 1
25. Absence of technology would lead to:

(a) Less pollution
(b) Wastage of precious natural resources
(c) Low value addition
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(d) Hurting the poorest most
Code:
Answer: 2
26. The advantage of technological inputs would result in:

(1) Unbridled technological growth
(2) Importing plant machinery
(3) Sidelining environmental issues
(4) Lifting our people to a life of dignity
Answer: 4
27. Envisioning a developed India requires:

(1) Aspiration to become a major economic player
(2) Dependence upon projects designed abroad
(3) Focus on short-term projects
(4) Development of core technological strengths
Answer: 4
Read the following passage carefully and answer questions 28 to 32:
The literary distaste for politics, however, seems to be focused not so much on the largely
murky practice of politics in itself as a subject of literary representation but rather more on how it
is often depicted in literature, i.e., on the very politics of such representation. A political novel
often turns out to be not merely a novel about politics but a novel with a politics of its own, for it
seeks not merely to show us how things are but has fairly definite ideas about how things should be,
and precisely what one should think and do in order to make things move in that desired direction.
In short, it seeks to convert and enlist the reader to a particular cause or ideology; it often is (in an
only too familiar phrase) not literature but propaganda. This is said to violate the very spirit of
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literature which is to broaden our understanding of the world and the range of our sympathies
rather than to narrow them down through partisan commitment. As John Keats said, ‘We hate
poetry that has a palpable design upon us’.
Another reason why politics does not seem amenable to the highest kind of literary
representation seems to arise from the fact that politics by its very nature is constituted of ideas
and ideologies. If political situations do not lend themselves to happy literary treatment, political
ideas present perhaps an even greater problem in this regard. Literature, it is argued, is about
human experiences rather than about intellectual abstractions; it deals in what is called the ‘felt
reality’ of human flesh and blood, and in sap and savour. (rasa) rather than in and lifeless ideas. In
an extensive discussion of the matter in her book Ideas and the Novel, the American novelist Mary
McCarthy observed that ‘ideas are still today felt to be unsightly in the novel’ though that was not
so in ‘former days’, i.e., in the 18th and 19th centuries. Her formulation of the precise nature of the
incompatibility between ideas on the one hand and the novel on the other betrays perhaps a divided
conscience in the matter and a sense of dilemma shared by many writers and readers: ‘An idea
cannot have loose ends, but a novel, I almost think, needs them. Nevertheless, there is enough in
common for the novelists to feel… the attraction of ideas while taking up arms against them — most
often with weapons of mockery.’
28. The constructs of politics by its nature is
(A) Prevalent political situation
(B) Ideas and Ideologies
(C) Political propaganda
(D) Understanding of human nature
Answer: (C)
29. Literature deals with
(A) Human experiences in politics
(B) Intellectual abstractions
(C) Dry and empty ideas
(D) Felt reality of human life
Answer: (D)
30. The observation of the novelist, May McCarthy reveals
(A) Unseen felt ideas of today in the novel
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(B) Dichotomy of conscience on political ideas and novels
(C) Compatibility between idea and novel
(D) Endless idea and novels
Answer: (B)
31. According to the passage, a political novel often turns out to be a
(A) Literary distaste for politics
(B) Literary representation of politics
(C) Novels with its own politics
(D) Depiction of murky practice of politics
Answer: (C)
32. A political novel reveals
(A) Reality of the tings
(B) Writer’s perception
(C) Particular ideology of the readers
(D) The spirit of literature
Answer: (B)
Read the following passage carefully and answer questions 33 to 38.
Story telling is not in our genes. Neither it is an evolutionary history. It is the essence of what
makes us Human.
Human beings progress by telling stories. One event can result in a great variety of stories
being told about it. Sometimes those stories differ greatly. Which stories are picked up and
repeated and which ones are dropped and forgotten often determines how we progress. Our
history, knowledge and understanding are all the collections of the few stories that survive. This
includes the stories that we tell each other about the future. And how the future will turn out
depends partly, possibly largely, on which stories we collectively choose to believe.
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Some stories are designed to spread fear and concern. This is because some story-tellers
feel that there is a need to raise some tensions. Some stories are frightening, they are like totemic
warnings: "Fail to act now and we are all doomed." Then there are stories that indicate that all will
be fine so long as we leave everything upto a few especially able adults. Currently, this trend is
being led by those who call themselves "rational optimists". They tend to claim that it is human
nature to compete and to succeed and also to profit at the expense of others. The rational
optimists however, do not realize how humanity has progressed overtime through amiable social
networks and how large groups work in less selfishness and in the process accommodate rich and
poor, high and low alike. This aspect in story-telling is considered by the 'Practical Possibles', who
sit between those who say all is fine and cheerful and be individualistic in your approach to a
successful future, and those who ordain pessimism and fear that we are doomed.
What the future holds for us is which stories we hold on to and how we act on them.
33. Rational optimists:
(a) Look for opportunities.
(b) Are sensible and cheerful.
(c) Are selfishly driven.
(A) (b) and (c) only
(B) (a), (b) and (c)
(C) (a) only
(D) (a) and (b) only
Answer: (B)
34. Humans become less selfish when:
(A) They work in solitude
(B) They work in large groups
(C) They listen to frightening stories
(D) They listen to cheerful stories
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Answer: (B)
35. 'Practical Possibles' are the ones who:
(A) Are cheerful and carefree
(B) Follow Midway Path
(C) Are doom-mongers
(D) Are self-centred
Answer: (B)
36. Story telling is:
(A) The essence of what makes us human
(B) An art
(C) A science
(D) In our genes
Answer: (A)
37. Our knowledge is a collection of:
(A) Some important stories
(B) All stories that we have heard during our life-time
(C) Some stories that we remember
(D) A few stories that survive
Answer: (D)
38. How the future will turn out to be, depends upon the stories?
(A) Designed to make prophecy
(B) We collectively choose to believe in
(C) Which are repeatedly narrated
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(D) Designed to spread fear and tension
Answer: (B)
Geography seeks to understand the physical and human organization of the surface of the
Earth. In the field of geography, inter-related themes are frequently seen. These are scale,
pattern and process. Scale is defined as the level of structure on organisation at which a
phenomenon is studied. Pattern is defined as the variation observed in a phenomenon studied at a
particular scale. The third theme, process, further connects the first two. Process is defined as
the description of how the factors that act a phenomenon act to product a pattern at a particular
scale. For instance, when a passenger on an aircraft looks out of the window, the View changes
according to the scale. At the global scale when the aircraft maintains its height, he can see the
chunks of clouds in all their pattern, the sun or the moon, as per the time. When the aircraft loses
a little height, passengers can see the land and water masses in their dierent colours and the shape
of land masses. At the continental scale, the passengers can see the shapes of the land features
and how they are distributed. The pattern emerges as the variation of land and water and the
proportion of each. Looking carefully, passengers can note how each land mass aligns with the
others and how each mountain bears the signs of the process through which it emerged.
The processes in a geography change in a regular and repetitive manner. One instance of
this is the annual solar cycle of the sun and the earth. Most systems in nature display time cycles
that are organised in a rhythm of their own as these time cycles and natural processes are always
active, the environment of the earth is always in a state of dynamism. This environmental change is
not only the result of natural process but also the result of human activity. Physical geography
works towards understanding the interaction between man and nature and also the results of this
interaction in order to manage global climate change better.
39. The time cycles of the system of nature follow their own
(1) Path
(2) Rhythm
(3) Process
(4) Cycle
Answer: (2)
40. The view seen by a passenger looking out of the window of an aircraft; will be affected by the
(1) Process
(2) Pattern
(3) Scale
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(4) Rhythm
Answer: (3)
41. Physical geography studies the results of the interaction between man and nature in order to
(1) Understand global climate change
(2) Study the impact of man’s activities on nature
(3) Address the issue of global climate change
(4) Reduce man—animal conflict
Answer: (3)
42. In geography, pattern studies the variation observed in a phenomenon at
(1) A particular scale
(2) Any scale
(3) Every scale
(4) Most scales
Answer: (1)
43. The alignment of landmass with other elements can be seen by a passenger on a flight on a
(1) Global scale
(2) Continental scale
(3) Local scale
(4) Time scale
Answer: (2)
Read the following passage carefully and answer questions 44 to 48:
Singapore has long advocated for India to take up its role as an integral part of the region.
It is gratifying to see how Asean – India relations have grown during the past 25 years. In 1991,
when the Cold War ended and India began its economic liberalization, Singapore saw an opportunity
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to deepen ties and build on its historical and cultural links with the Asian region. Singapore pushed
for India to become a full Asean dialogue partner in 1995 and join the EAS in 1995 and since then,
Asean – India ties have strengthened. All in all, around 30 platforms for co-operation exist,
including seven ministerial dialogues and the Annual Leader Summit. However, there is scope for
more and it is a must. For instance, there are tremendous opportunities in enhancing physical and
digital connectivity between India and Asean. Asean is committed to strengthening land, air and sea
linkages with India. These linkages will enhance people-to-people flows, as well as boost business,
investment and tourism. The India-Myanmar Thailand trilateral highway will connect India’s
Northeast to mainland Southeast Asia. While one can y directly between India and several Asean
countries, there is still much room to expand air links to support growing business and tourism.
Beyond physical linkages, digital connectivity, is the new frontier in the Fourth Industrial
Revolution. India has made great progress in innovation, Start-ups and digital inclusion. There are
opportunities to apply initiatives such as Aadhaar in our region. E-commerce and FinTech are two
other areas potential collaboration. As an economic hub, Singapore can serve as a springboard to
launch these ideas to Southeast Asia and beyond. India’s role in Asean should be anchored by
growing economic ties with Singapore. The economic integration involving 16 countries with one-
third of global GDP and trade will create an integrated Asian market.
44. Who can be India’s Launchpad for an integrated Asian market as per the passage?
1. Southwest Asia
2. Thailand
3. Singapore
4. Myanmar
Answer: (3)
45. The areas of collaboration between India and Asian are:
(a) FinTech
(b) Aadhaar
(c) e-commerce
(d) Digital backwardness
(e) Trilateral highways
(f) Fourth industrial revolution
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1. (b), (c), (d) and (e)
2. (a), (b), (c) and (d)
3. (a), (c), (e) and (f)
4. (c), (d), (e) and (f)
Answer: (2)
46. The commitment of Asian with India is:
1. Offer political platforms
2. More and more dialogues
3. Improving transport links
4. Hold leadership summits
Answer: (3)
47. What is needed to encourage tourism between India and Asian?
1. Waterways
2. Innovation
3. Air links
4. Start-ups
Answer: (3)
48. What prompted Singapore to opt for stronger ties with India?
1. Historical past
2. End of cold war
3. geo-political equations
4. Economic liberalization in India
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Answer: (4)
Read the following passage carefully and answer questions no. 49 to 53.
Some 2000 km down south of the Amazon, and about the same time when the tidal waves
were at their highest as a consequence of the big clash of sea and fresh water at the Amazon delta
most vigorously in March and April (2018), more than 40,000 people were talking about the power of
water. Brasilia hosted the eighth edition of the World Water Forum (WWF – 8), where heads of
states, civil societies and private sector gathered to discuss the present and future of mankind’s
most valuable resource. This year’s theme was ‘Sharing Water’, and the government authorities
expectedly put forth a political declaration, aimed at raising awareness about threats and
opportunities associated with water resources. Deliberations here would play a decisive role in the
periodic assessment of the sustainable development goals of Agenda 2030.
Brazil has established a solid institutional and legal framework for water management,
based on the principle of multi-stakeholder participation. Brazil has also been conducting one of the
boldest river inter-linking projects in which 500 km of canals will transfer abundant waters from
the Sāo Francisco basin to small rivers and weirs in one of Brazil’s most arid areas, benefitting more
than 12 million people in almost 400 municipalities.
India, too, has a large variety of water resources. An institutional framework consisting of
regional river boards and river cleansing missions has been set up, while successive Central
Governments have made efforts to address the dire needs of irrigation and mitigation of ground
water depletion. As in the case of Brazil, a lot remains to be done in India.
Adequate treatment of industrial waste-water, the fight against contamination of riverbeds

and assistance to drought affected areas are high priority topics for both New Delhi and Brasilia.
Due to these commonalities, there is ample room for bilateral co-operation. Water is a local,
regional and global common and as such, collaboration is key to address most of its associated
threats.
Today, mankind is faced with two facts: water is too powerful a force to be fought over,
and too valuable a resource to be lost. To harmonise these two conflicting aspects, sharing water is
perhaps the only meaningful motto for the ages to come.
49. As per the text of the passage, the eighth edition of the World Water Forum was concerned
with
(1) Present and future of mankind
(2) The issue of high tidal waves
(3) The power of water
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(4) The role of civil society in solving water-related problems
Answer: (3)
50. Deliberations on the theme ‘Sharing Water’ should facilitate
(1) Regular evaluation of sustainable development goals
(2) The role of private sector in preserving water resources
(3) The establishment of institutional framework
(4) Sensitisation of government authorities
Answer: (1)
51. The institutional framework of Brazil for water management
(1) Promotes bilateral collaboration
(2) Provides for multi-stakeholder participation
(3) Consists of regional river boards
(4) Addresses legal dimensions of water sharing
Answer: (2)
52. What would be of high priority to both New Delhi and Brasilia as regards river water ?
(1) Proposing water as a global common
(2) Sharing water
(3) Development of large water resources
(4) Fight against contamination of riverbeds
Answer: (4)
53. The main focus of the passage is on
(1) Resolution of water conflicts
(2) Encouraging bilateral co-operation
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(3) Management of water as a valuable resource
(4) River inter-linking
If India has to develop her internal strengths, the nation has to focus on the technological
imperatives, keeping in mind three dynamic dimensions: the people, the overall economy and the
strategic interests. These technological imperatives also take into account a ‘fourth’ dimensions,
time, and offshoot of modern day dynamism in business, trade, and technology that leads to
continually shifting targets. We believe that technological strengths are especially crucial in dealing
with this fourth dimension underlying continuous change in the aspirations of the people, the
economy in the global context, and the strategic interests. The progress of technology lies at the
heart of human history. Technological strengths are the key to creating more productive
employment in an increasingly competitive market place and to continually upgrade human skills.
Without a pervasive use of technologies, we cannot achieve overall development of our people in the
years to come. The direct linkages of technology to the nation’s strategic strengths are becoming
more and more clear, especially since 1990s. India’s own strength in a number of core areas still
puts it in a position of reasonable strength in geo-political context. Any nation aspiring to become a
developed one needs to have strengths in various strategic technologies and also the ability to
continually upgrade them through its own creative strengths. For people-oriented actions as well,
whether for the creation of large scale productive employment or for ensuring nutritional and
health security for people, or for better living conditions, technology is the only vital input. The
absence of greater technological impetus could lead to lower productivity and wastage of precious
natural resources. Activities with low productivity or low value addition, in the final analysis hurt
the poorest most important. India, aspiring to become a major economic power in terms of trade
and increase in GDP, cannot succeed on the strength of turnkey projects designed and built abroad
or only through large-scale imports of plant machinery, equipment and know how. Even while being
alive to the short-term realities, medium and long-term strategies to develop core technological
strengths within our industry are vital for envisioning a developed India.
54. According to the above passage, which of the following are indicative of the fourth dimension?
(a) Aspirations of people
(b) Modern day dynamism
(c) Economy in the global context
(d) Strategic interests
Code:
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Answer: (3)
55. More productive employment demands:
(1) Pervasive use of technology
(2) Limiting competitive market place
(3) Geo-political considerations
(4) Large industries
Answer: (1)
56. Absence of technology would lead to:
(a) Less pollution
(b) Wastage of precious natural resources
(c) Low value addition
(d) Hurting the poorest most
Codes:
Answer: (2)
57. The advantage if technological inputs would result in:
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(1) Unbridled technological growth
(2) Importing plant machinery
(3) Sideling environmental issues
(4) Lifting our people to a life of dignity
Answer: (4)
58. Envisioning a developed India requires:
(1) Aspiration to become a major economics player
(2) Dependence upon projects designed abroad
(3) Focus on short-term projects
(4) Development of core technological strengths
Answer: (4)
Read the passage carefully and answer question numbers from 59 to 63
Climate change is considered to be one of the most serious threats to sustainable

development, with adverse impacts on the environment, human health, food security, economic
activity, natural resources and physical infrastructure. Global climate varies naturally. According to
the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), the effects of climate change have already
been observed, and scientific findings indicate that precautionary and prompt action is necessary.
Vulnerability to climate change is not just a function of geography or dependence on natural
resources; it also has social, economic and political dimensions which influence how climate change
affects different groups. Poor people rarely have insurance to cover loss of property due to natural
calamines i.e. drought, floods, super cyclones etc. The poor communities are already struggling to
cope with the existing challenges of poverty and climate variability and climate change could push
many beyond their ability to cope or even survive. It is vital that these communities are helped to
adapt to the changing dynamics of nature. Adaptation is a process through which societies make
themselves better able to cope with an uncertain future. Adapting to climate change entails taking
the right measures to reduce the negative effect of climate change (or exploit the positive ones)
by making the appropriate adjustments and changes. These range from technological options such as
increased sea defences or – flood - proof houses on stilts-to behavioural change at the individual
level, such as reducing water use in times of drought. Other strategies include early warning
systems for extreme events, better water management, improved risk management, various
insurance options and biodiversity conservation. Because of the speed at which climate change is
happening due to global temperature rise, it is urgent that the vulnerability of developing countries
to climate change is reduced and their capacity to adapt is increased and national adaptation plans
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are implemented, Adapting, to climate change will entail adjustments and changes at every level
from community to national and international. Communities must build their resilience, including
adopting appropriate technologies while making the most of traditional knowledge, and diversifying
their livelihoods to cope with current and future climate stress. Local coping strategies and
knowledge need to be used in synergy with government and local interventions. The need of
adaptation interventions depends on national circumstances. There is a large body of knowledge and
experience within local communities on coping with climatic variability and extreme weather events.
Local communities have always aimed to adapt to variations in their climate. To do so, they have
made preparations based on their resources and their knowledge accumulated through experience
of past weather patterns. This includes times when they have also been forced to react to and
recover from extreme events, such as floods, drought and hurricanes. Local coping strategies are
an important element of planning for adaptation. Climate change is leading communities to
experience climatic extremes more frequently, as well as new climate conditions and extremes.
Traditional knowledge can help to provide efficient, appropriate and time – tested ways of advising
and enabling adaptation to climate change in communities who are feeling the effects of climate
changes due to global warming.
59. To address the challenge of climate change developing countries urgently requires:
(1) Implementation of natural adaptation policy at their level
(2) Adoption of short term plans
(3) Adoption of technological solutions
(4) Imposition of climate change tax
Answer: (1)
60. Given below are the factors of vulnerability of poor people to climate changes. Select the
correct that contains the correct answer.
(a) Their dependence on natural resources
(b) Geographical attributes
(c) Lack of financial resources
(d) Lack of traditional knowledge
Code:
(1) (b), (c) and (d)
(2) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
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(3) (c) only
(4) (a), (b) and (c)
Answer: (4)
61. Adaption as a process enables societies to cope with:
(a) An uncertain future
(b) Adjustments and changes
(C) Negative impact of climate change
(d) Positive impact of climate change
Select the most appropriate answer from the following code:
(1) (a) and (c)
(2) (b), (c) and (d)
(3) (c) only
(4) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
Answer: (4)
62. The main focus of the passage is on:
(1) Co-ordination between regional and national efforts
(2) Adaptation to climate change
(3) Social dimensions of climate change
(4) Combining traditional knowledge with appropriate technology
Answer: (2)
63. The traditional knowledge should be used through
(1) Improvement in national circumstances
(2) Synergy between government and local interventions
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(3) Modern technology
(4) Its dissemination
Answer: (2)
Read the following passage carefully and answer questions from 64 to 69 :
The last great war, which nearly shook the foundations of the modern world, had little
impact on Indian literature beyond aggravating the popular revulsion against violence and adding to
the growing disillusionment with the 'humane pretensions' of the Western World. This was
eloquently voiced in Tagore's later poems and his last testament, Crisis in Civilisation. The Indian
intelligentsia was in a state of moral dilemma. On the one hand, it could not help sympathising with
England's dogged courage in the hour of peril, with the Russians fighting with their backs to the
wall against the ruthless Nazi hordes, and with China groaning under the heel of Japanese
militarism; on the other hand, their own country was practically under military occupation of their
own soil, and an Indian army under Subhas Bose was trying from the opposite camp to liberate their
country. No creative impulse could issue from such confusion of loyalties. One would imagine that
the achievement of Indian independence in 1947, which came in the wake of the Allies' victory and
was followed by the collapse of colonialism in the neighbouring countries of South-East Asia, would
have released an upsurge of creative energy. No doubt it did, but unfortunately it was son
submerged in the geat agony of partition, with its inhuman slaughter of the innocents and the
uprooting of millions of people from their homeland, followed by the martyrdom of Mahatma Gandhi.
These tragedies, along with Pakistan's invasion of Kashmir and its later atrocities in Bangladesh, did
indeed provoke a poignant writing, particularly in the languages of the regions most affected,
Bengali, Hindi, Kashmiri, Punjabi, Sindhi and Urdu. But poignant or passionate writing does not by
itself make great literature. What reserves of enthusiasm and confidence survived these disasters
have been mainly absorbed in the task of national reconstruction and economic development. Great
literature has always emerged out of chains of convulsions. Indian literature is richer today in
volume, range and variety than it ever was in the past. Based on the passage answer the following
questions from 55 to 60:
64. What did Tagore articulate in his last testament?
(1) Offered support to Subhas Bose.
(2) Exposed the humane pretensions of the Western World.
(3) Expressed loyalty to England.
(4) Encouraged the liberation of countries.
Answer: (2)
65. What was the stance of Indian intelligentsia during the period of great war?
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(1) Indifference to Russia's plight.
(2) They favoured Japanese militarism.
(3) They prompted creativity out of confused loyalties.
(4) They expressed sympathy for England's dogged courage.
Answer: (4)
66. Identify the factor responsible for the submergence of creative energy in Indian literature.
(1) Military occupation of one's own soil.
(2) Resistance to colonial occupation.
(3) Great agony of partition.
(4) Victory of Allies.
Answer: (3)
67. What was the aftermath that survived tragedies in Kashmir and Bangladesh?
(1) Suspicion of other countries
(2) Continuance of rivalry
(3) Menace of war
(4) National reconstruction
Answer: (4)
68. The passage has the message that
(1) Disasters are inevitable.
(2) Great literature emerges out of chains of convulsions.
(3) Indian literature does not have a marked landscape.
(4) Literature has no relation with war and independence.
Answer: (2)
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69. What was the impact of the last Great War on Indian literature?
(1) It had no impact.
(2) It aggravated popular revulsion against violence.
(3) It shook the foundations of literature.
(4) It offered eloquent support to the Western World.
Answer: (2)
Read the following passage carefully and answer questions from 70 to 75 :
Many aspects of the motion-picture industry and its constituent companies are dissimilar to
those observable in advanced-technology industries and firms. For instance, company longevity does
not represent a consistent concern across the two organisational contexts. In the advanced-
technology company for example, one new-product innovation – which is expected to generate
financial returns to the firm – is insufficient for the company to be successful.
Rather, a stream of new product innovations is required. By contrast with the independent
production company of this case, each new film – which is expected to generate financial returns to
the principals – is sufficient for the company to be successful. Any subsequent new films involving
the firm’s participants will be produced by a different independent company.
As another instance, people’s learning is expected to have different contributors and

beneficiaries across the two organizational contexts. In the advanced-technology company, for
example, each new product innovation provides an opportunity for participants on the project team
to learn and acquire experience, and this same company intends to retain such participants, hence,
benefit from their increased experience on the next project. By contrast with the independent
production company, each new film provides an opportunity for participants on the project team to
learn and acquire this experience also, but this same company has little or no expectation of
retaining such participants, and hence, benefitting from their increased experience in the next
project.
Experience is paramount in the motion-picture industry. Generally, on film projects, budgets

are very tight, and schedules are very demanding. People are hired largely based on their
experience and are expected to perform well immediately when called to do so. There is negligible
slack time or margin for learning through trial and error, but experienced people learn exactly
through trial and error. Because experience is valued so highly and film-production houses have
such short time horizons, entry into the industry is very difficult for most people. Further, the role
played by schools and colleges is minimal in this industry. Some skills and techniques can be learned
and refined through formal education (e.g., acting schools, theatre, film degrees), but the majority
come through direct experience. Mentoring plays an important role. True, the film business focuses
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heavily on exploitation over exploration. Yet success of the industry as a whole is critically
dependent upon learning and exploration overtime.
70. What is not a consistent concern across the two organisational contexts?
(A) Dissimilarity
(B) Product package
(C) Financial return
(D) Company longevity
Answer: (D)
71. What will be sufficient for an independent production company to be successful?
(A) New product innovations
(B) Financial returns from each new film
(C) Active role by firm’s participants
(D) Organisational context
Answer: (B)
72. What does an advanced-technology company expect from the learning experience of its
participants?
(A) Benefit for the next project
(B) Opportunity for more learning
(C) Little expectation of retaining them
(D) Help in marketing the previous product
Answer: (A)
73. What is not the expectation of an independent production company in the case of its
participants?
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(A) Absence from the next project.
(B) Retention for the next project.
(C) Participation in the current project.
(D) Use of opportunity to acquire experience.
Answer: (B)
74. Why do film production houses value experience highly?
(A) Because of the importance of trial and error methods.
(B) Because of the margin for learning.
(C) Because of short time horizons.
(D) Because it allows easy entry to everyone into the film world.
Answer: (C)
75. According to the author, what has been the focus of film business?
(A) Formal education
(B) Mentoring
(C) Exploitation
(D) Indirect experience
Answer: (C)
Read the following passage carefully and answer question numbers 76 to 80.
I did that thing recently where you have to sign a big card - which is a horror unto itself,
especially as the keeper of the Big Card was leaning over me at the time. Suddenly I was on the
spot, a rabbit in the headlights, torn between doing a fun message or some sort of in-joke or a
drawing. Instead overwhelmed by the myriad options available to me, I decided to just write “Good
luck, best, Joel”.
It was then that I realised, to my horror, that I had forgotten how to write. My entire
existence is “tap letters into computer”. My shopping lists are hidden in the notes function of my
phone. If I need to remember something I send an e-mail to myself. A pen is something I chew
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when I’m struggling to think. Paper is something I pile beneath my laptop to make it a more
comfortable height for me to type on.
A poll of 1,000 teens by the stationers, Bic found that one in 10 don’t own a pen, a third
have never written a letter, and half of 13 to 19 years - old have never been forced to sit down and
write a thank you letter. More than 80% have never written a love letter, 56% don’t have letter
paper at home. And a quarter has never known the unique torture of writing a birthday card. The
most a teen ever has to use a pen is on an exam paper.
Bic, have you heard of mobile phones? Have you heard of e-mail, facebook and snap
chatting? This is the future. Pens are dead. Paper is dead. Handwriting is a relic.
“Handwriting is one of the most creative outlets we have and should be given the same
importance as other art forms such as sketching, painting or photography.”
76. When confronted with signing a big card, the author felt like “a rabbit in the headlight”. What
does this phrase mean?
(A) A state of confusion
(B) A state of pleasure
(C) A state of anxiety
(D) A state of pain
Answer: (A)
77. According to the author, which one is not the most creative outlet of pursuit?
(A) Handwriting
(B) Photography
(C) Sketching
(D) Reading
Answer: (D)
78. The entire existence of the author revolves round
(a) Computer
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(b) Mobile phone
(c) Typewriter
Identify the correct answer from the codes given below
(A) (b) only
(B) (a) and (b) only
(C) (a), (b) and (c)
(D) (b) and (c) only
Answer: (B)
79. How many teens, as per the Bic survey, do not own a pen?
(A) 800
(B) 560
(C) 500
(D) 100
Answer: (D)
80. What is the main concern of the author?
(A) That the teens use social networks for communication.
(B) That the teens use mobile phones.
(C) That the teens use computer.
(D) That the teens have forgotten the art of handwriting.
Answer: (D)
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COMMUNICATION
Meaning of Communication
The term communication is derived from the Latin word “communis” or “communicare” which means
to make common. Thus communication means to make common facts, information’s, thoughts and
requirements. Communication therefore is the exchange of thoughts, message, information etc. by
way of speech, signal or in writing. Communication is a two-way process and works well with
feedback, this helps to confirm that intended message has been successful.
Scholar Definition of communication

In order to understand further, many scholars have defined the term such as
“Communication is the sum of all things, one person does when he wants to create understanding in
the minds of another. It involves a systematic and continuous process of telling, listening and
understanding.”
– Allen Louis
Communication has been defined “As the transfer of information from one person to another
whether or not it elicits confidence.”
– Koontz and O’ Donell
“Communication is an exchange of facts, ideas, opinions or emotions by two or more persons.” –
George Terry
“Communication is the process by which information is transmitted between individuals and/or
organization so that an understanding response results”.
– By Peter Little
“Communication is an exchange of facts, ideas, opinions or emotions by two or more persons”.
– By W.H. New man and C.F. summer Jr.
Communication is effective when a concise and clear message is delivered well, received successfully
and understand fully. The process of communication has the following distinct components:
Communication begins with an impulse (or motivation) to pass on a message made up of bits of
information. In the process of encoding, units of information are selected and organized for
transmission. Input is the sum of experiences that build up in the human brain or computer.
The output is the encoded message transmitted by the information source (an individual person or
group of people). The interpretation of the message is referred to as decoding.
Feedback is the response or message that the recipient (decoder) returns to the sender (encoder).
 The sender has an idea
 Sender encodes the idea
 The sender transmits the message through a medium
 The receiver gets the message
 The receiver decodes the message
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 Receiver sends feedback
Feedback in the communication process is the response that gives us some indication of how
effectively we communicate. It is the gauge of efficiency in communication
TYPES AND CHARACTERISTICS OF COMMUNICATION
Based on whom the message is addressed

We classify communication according to the number of persons (receivers) to whom the message is
addressed:
 Intrapersonal Communication: It is talking to oneself in one’s own mind. Examples are
soliloquies or asides in dramatic works.
 Interpersonal Communication: It is the exchange of messages between two persons. For
example, a conversation, dialogue or an interview in which two persons interact (others may
also be present as the audience). An author communicates interpersonally with his reader,
who is always present as a silent audience in the author’s mind while he writes. A letter too
is an example of interpersonal communication between the writer and the person to whom it
is written.
 Group Communication: It can be among small or large groups, like an organization, club or
classroom, in which all individuals retain their individual identity.
 Mass Communication: It occurs when the message is sent to large groups of people, for
example, by newspaper, radio, or television. In this process, each person becomes a faceless
individual with almost no opportunity for personal response or feedback.
Based On the basis of the medium employed
Verbal Communication: It means communicating with words, written or spoken. Verbal

communication consists of speaking, listening, writing, reading, and thinking. It may further be
classified as Oral or Written Communication.
Non-verbal communication:
It includes using of pictures, signs, gestures, and facial expressions for exchanging information
between persons. It is done through sign language, action language, or object
Language. Non-verbal communication flows through all acts of speaking or writing. It is a
Wordless message conveyed through gestures (sign), movements (action language), and
Object language (pictures/clothes) and so on. Further non-verbal communication can be
Identified by personal space (proxemics), sense of smell (olfactics) and time (chronemics).
Meta Communication:
Here the speaker’s choice of words unintentionally communicates something more than what the
actual words state. For example, a flattering remark like “I’ve never seen you so smartly dressed”
could also mean that the regular attire of the listener needed improvement.
Formal Communication: A formal channel of communication can be defined as a means of
communication that is formally controlled by managers or people occupying positions in an
organization. The communication flows through formal channels, that is, officially recognized
positions along the line in the organization. This ensures that the information flows orderly, timely,
and accurately. Any information, decision, memo, reminder etc. will follow this path.
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Informal Communication:
Side by side with the formal channel of communication every organization has an equally effective
channel of communication that is the informal channel. It is not officially sanctioned, and quite
often it is even discouraged or looked down upon. But, then, it is very much there and has been given
the name ‘grapevine’ precisely because it
Runs in all directions-horizontal, vertical, diagonal. As the management experts put it, “it flows
around water coolers, down hallways, through lunch rooms, and wherever people get together in
groups”.
Downward Communication:
The Communication that flows from Top to Bottom is known as downward communication. Any
organization has an inbuilt hierarchical system, and in that, in the first instance, communication
invariably flows downwards.
Upward Communication:
The Communication that flows from bottom to top, which is from lower hierarchical level to
Higher level is called Upward Communication. The main function of upward communication
Is to supply information to the upper levels about what is happening at the lower levels. It is
Just the reverse of the previous dimension
Lateral Communication:
When communication takes place between two or more persons who are subordinates
Working under the same person or those who are working on the same level, it is called
Lateral or horizontal communication. A good example of this kind of communication is that
Between functional managers. It is necessary for the reviewing of the activities assigned to
Various subordinates having identical positions
Diagonal Communication:
Diagonal or Crosswise communication includes the flow of information among persons at
Different levels who have no direct reporting relationships. As an example, the Communication
between the Training Supervisor and Marketing Manager, regarding the Training of a few
employees of the Marketing Department, is Diagonal Communication. This kind of communication is
used to speed up information flow, to improve understanding, and to coordinate efforts for the
achievement of organizational objectives.
Characteristics of communication
 It involved two persons
 Message is must
 Communication May be Written, Oral or Gestural:
 Communication is a Two Way Process
 Its Primary Purpose is to Motivate a Response
 Communication may be Formal or Informal
 It Flows Up and Down and also from Side to Side
 It is an Integral Part of the Process of Exchange
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Objectives/Purpose of Communication
The objectives of communication are dynamic and ever-changing. Some of the common objectives of
official communication are to get or give information, to ask for or give instructions or advice or
suggestions, to make requests, to persuade other people to agree with us.
Sometimes, we communicate with the intention of complaining, or warning; but unfortunately, we do
this angrily and get into arguments. If we learn to complain and warn in an acceptable and
constructive manner, our serious intention can be conveyed quite effectively without damaging
relationships.
In order to caution, counsel, clarify, apprise, evaluate, reprimand, and organize and numerous such
objectives, we make use of communication.
Evaluation of Communication Effectiveness
Communication is not an end in itself; rather it is a means to attain other ends or goals. Hence, it
has to be effective to be able to attain these goals or objectives. Communication effectiveness can
be examined in relation to the following criteria:
 Fidelity of Communication: the distortion free quality of a message is called fidelity. An
effective person gets the message across to others with minimal possibilities of
misunderstanding.
 Economy: In an effective communication a minimum of energy time, symbols and cues are
used to encode message without losing its fidelity and impact.
 Congruence: An effective communication integrates both verbal and non-verbal cues.
 Influence: The most important criterion of effectiveness is the influence that the
communicator is able to exercise over the receiver of the communication. Influence means
the communicator achieve the results he intended.
 Relationship Building: effective communication contributes to the building of trust and a
better relationship between the source and the target.
Seven C’s of Effective Communication

 Completeness
 Conciseness
 Consideration
 Clarity
 Concreteness
 Courtesy
 Correctness
Four S’s of Communication
 Shortness
 Simplicity
 Strength
 Sincerity
Types of Communication Barriers
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Semantic barriers
This barrier is related to the process of coding and decoding the message. Various types of
semantic gaps found in day-to-day use of people are as follows:
 Words having similar pronunciation but multiple meaning: Same pronunciation but are having
many meanings. For example: sight, site, cite.
 Badly expressed message: Lack of clarity and precision make the message badly expressed.
Lacks of coherence, awkward sentence structure, jargons etc. are common faults, which
lead to such messages.
 Wrong interpretation: Whenever one interprets a symbol, his understanding may differ with
others. The Hindi word ‘kaka’ means uncle in one part of the country but small boy in
another part of the country.
 Technical Language: When technical language is used in the communication process, it
creates barriers in understanding the message in the same sense and in the same spirit.
When technical jargons or specialist languages are used in the communication and
conversation process, they create tension, confusion and misunderstanding between the
sender and the receiver.
 New meanings given to ordinary words by computer technology; to people who are not
familiar with computers, “mouse” is only an animal, where as in computer jargon, it is a
device.
Organizational Barriers
It may originate in contradictory management policies, or too many levels of management or the
clash between line and staff operations. The specialized nature of functions or even the special
language of those functions may cause it. It may have its source in formal informal, or grapevine
transactions. Following are the organizational barriers in communication:
 Organization culture and climate: In every organization, there exists a unique culture and
climate. The climate and culture of an organization ultimately influence the freedom, thrust
and interaction pattern among people in an organization.
 Organizational rules and regulations: The rules and regulations of the organization vary
widely from one organization to another. They may be so rigid that they may influence the
flow of information in a wrong direction.
 Status relationships: The status, power and position relationship acts as the hurdle in the
effectiveness of communications. Individuals may not be able to say what they wish to say
because of their fear for the position and power of the other party in the communication
process. The complex hierarchical structure of the organization like too tall or too much of
divisionalisation of the organization may not facilitate the free flow of communication.
 Lack of cooperation between superior and subordinate: There may not be proper
cooperation between the superior and subordinate for various personal or organizational
relationships, which may held to improper communication in an organization.
Interpersonal Barriers
The effectiveness of Communication depends a lot on the interpersonal relationship between two
people. If and when the sender and receiver are at the same economic, educational and status level
and also have good rapport with each other, there is hardly any barrier arising in communication.
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But, in case of a difference at any level, there is a greater chance of Miscommunication. The most
common example for this in an organization is the Barriers relating to Superior and Subordinate.
The subordinate must follow the order of the superior, carry out all work efficiently, and provide
full information related to any matter, which arises in the organization or in any work. Moreover,
the superior should have full confidence in himself and the subordinate.
1. Lack of proper channel: There may be complexity in the organizational structure, which may
influence proper and effective communication from the subordinate. They may not feel free
to communicate because of the pressure of position power and authority.
2. No interest to communicate: There may not be any interest on the part of subordinates to
have a dialogue, discussion and interaction with their superiors, which affect the
communication process adversely.
3. Lack of cooperation: lack of cooperation and mutual understanding also leads to the hiding
of certain information between the superior and subordinates in the organization.
4. Lack of trust: There may be lack of trust and coordination between the superior and the
subordinate, which may lead to infective communication.
5. The poor relationship between superior and subordinate: A good relationship must develop
between superiors and subordinates frequently and freely. They must interact to improve
the upward and downward communication system. The superior must listen to the
subordinates’ suggestion, their problems, and must have faith in them. In the absence of all
this, it may so happen that what the superior speaks, the subordinate may not understand it.
6. Fear of penalty: If subordinate fees that because of free expression and upward
communication he will face some type of penalty, there is a possibility that he may not
provide a full or correct message to the superior.
Individual / Psycho-sociological Barriers:

Individual or Psycho-sociological barriers are the prime barriers in interpersonal communication.
People have different styles of communication. People also have personal feelings, desires, fears,
hopes, likes, dislikes, attitudes, views and opinions. The meaning assigned to a message depends upon
the emotional or psychological status of both the parties involved in the process of communication.
1. Style
2. Selective perception: The receiver may make a world of his own around himself. He projects
his interest and expectations as he decodes messages. He may only take that much piece of
information, which may suit his world of thinking. As a result, the person acquires
incomplete and inappropriate information, which influence the communication process.
Having a poor self-concept or self-understanding, or a poor understanding of other can
cause perceptual distortions.
3. Halo effect: People do not listen carefully because of impressions based on earlier
encounters. Even one of the parties having a halo effect will disrupt the flow of
communication.
4. Status relationship
5. Poor attention and Retention
6. Inattention
7. Undue importance of written words
8. Defensiveness
9. Closed Mind
10. State of Health
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11. Filtering: Filtering is the process of reducing the details or aspects of a message. Each
person who receives the message reduces it according to his or her understanding of the
situation. In this process, much of the important information may be lost or misinterpreted
and the sender will fail to convey what he wants to convey.
Cross-CULTURAL/ Geographic Barriers:

Culture is a shared set of values and attributes of a group; it is the sum total of the ways of living
built up by a group and transmitted from one generation to another. Culture is so much a part of an
individual’s manner of talking, behaving and thinking, that communication style and competence are
influenced by it.
Some of the significant differences between cultures are:
 National Character/ Basic Personality.
 Language
 Values and norms of behavior
 Social relationships
 Concepts of time
 Concepts of space
 Nonverbal communication
 Perception
Physical Barriers/ Channel and Media Barriers
Physical distractions cause a lot of noise, often literally: insufficiently insulated rooms with car
noises filtering through, poor lighting, and such things as frequent movement of bodies postures,
with a pen in the hand, even the arrival of coffee at a critical stage on the communication process
are the causes of communication barriers in organizations. Constant telephone interruptions are one
of the commonest physical distractions. These obstacles prevent a message from reaching the
intended recipient. The following obstacles are considered under this category:
 Noise
 Defects in the Medium
TECHNICAL ASPECTS IN COMMUNICATION BARRIERS

A few technical aspects in communication barriers are briefly narrated by Murphy’s Law on
Communication: Following are the basics in this law on communication:
 Communication usually fails. Except by chance, it succeeds. On account of various barriers,
the possibility of success in the flow of communication is rare.
 If the message can be understood, in different ways, it will be understood in just the way
that does the most harm. People receive the massage in their own way. In most of the cases,
the most harmful side of communication is considered.
 It refers to the sender manipulating information so that the receiver will see it as more
favorable. In organizations, the information is condensed and synthesized. Objective
information does not reach to the authority. The more the vertical levels in the
organization’s hierarchy, the more opportunities there are for filtering.
 Meta communication. In a communication apart from the message, there is a Meta message.
Meta message exists in the people’s minds because of their actions such as being hard to
contact. It is the most important thing in seat word language.
 Noise in communication process. Noise can enter the communication process because of
situational factors. It is one of the factors influencing the communication process. Noise is
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mostly related to mechanical distractions. A few noise distractions are as follows: (i) Human
sounds, (ii) Traffic, (iii) Telephone instruments (iv) Channel defects (v) Birds (vi) Trees (vii)
Fans (viii) Chalk writing (ix) Use of Duster (x) Projector and (xi) Nasal Voice
OVERCOMING THE BARRIERS IN COMMUNICATION
Constant effort is required to overcome the barriers which unconsciously creep up in the process of
Communication. Barriers can be overcome if sufficient effort is put into the communication process
and it is desired that communication be effective and efficient.
One way of reducing the effects of these barriers is to check continuously during the
communication process what the massage really is. The actions to be taken by the Sender, Receiver
and together the two of them, to achieve this are listed below:
Sender: The sender should be clear about the following Ws and H:
 WHO To who should the message go?
 WHY Why should I communicate? What are the motives?
 WHAT decide what to communicate? Be clear about what one needs to communicate.
 WHEN the best time for optimum reception is chosen.
 HOW Use a language, which the receiver will understand and which is unambiguous.
 WHERE: Choose a location which will not interfere with the reception,
understanding and acceptance of the message: Privately? Home or away? In a group?
At work or outside?
Receiver: The receiver can be aware about the following, to overcome the barriers:
 Be fully attentive to sender.
 Listen actively to the message being sent.
 Ask for clarification and repetition wherever necessary.
 Keep checking the receipt of information with sender.
Both: Receiver and Sender can make the Communication Flawless if they:
 Realize that misunderstandings are bound to occur, and be alert for all cues to this effect.
 Listen, listen, listen, and listen again.
 Share opinions, feelings and perceptions generated by the me
Mass Communication & mass media

Outside the realm of interpersonal communication exists another form of communication, which
involves communication with mass audiences and hence the name mass communication; and the
channels through which this kind of communication takes place are referred to as mass media.
Mass communication is the term used to describe the academic study of various means by which
individuals and entities relay information to large segments of the population all at once through
mass media.
It is observed that the term mass communication must have at least five aspects:
Large audience
Fairly undifferentiated audience composition
Some form of message reproduction
Rapid distribution and delivery
Low cost to the consumers
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Characteristics of Mass communication:
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Large audience
Fairly undifferentiated audience composition
Some form of message reproduction
Rapid distribution and delivery
Low cost to the consumers
Directs messages toward relatively large, heterogeneous and anonymous audience.
Messages are transmitted publicly no privacy.
Short duration message for immediate consumption
Feedback is indirect, non-existent or delayed
Cost per exposure per individual is minimum
Source belongs to organization or institutions
Mostly one way
Types of mass media

 Traditional media
 Print media
 Electronic media
 Social media
Functions of mass media

In a society like ours, mass media have a responsible role to play in fostering democracy, plurality
and communal harmony through the functions listed below.
 Information and education.
 Socialization
 Entertainment
 Political awareness
 Cultural transmission
Importance of Mass media
-Pervasiveness of Mass Media

-Mass Communication Informs
-Mass Media Entertains
-Mass Communication Persuades
-Mass Communication Binds
QUESTIONS
1. Differentiation between acceptance and non-acceptance of certain stimuli in classroom

communication is the basis of :
(1) selective expectation of performance
(2) selective affiliation to peer groups
(3) selective attention
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(4) selective morality
Answer: (4)
2. Assertion (A) : The initial messages to students in the classroom by a teacher need not be
critical to establish interactions later.
Reason (R) : More control over the communication process means more control over what the
students are learning.
Code :
Answer: (3)
3. Assertion (A) : To communicate well in the classroom is a natural ability.

Reason (R) : Effective teaching in the classroom demands knowledge of the communication process.
Code :
(4) (A) is false, but (R) is true
Answer: (4)
4. Assertion (A) : Classroom communication is a transactional process.

Reason (R) : A teacher does not operate under the assumption that students’ responses are
purposive.
Select the correct code for your answer :
Answer: (1)
5. Which of the following set of statements is correct for describing the human communication
process ?
(a) Non-verbal communication can stimulate ideas.
(b) Communication is a learnt ability.
(c) Communication is not a universal panacea.
(d) Communication cannot break-down.
(e) More communication means more effective learning by students.
(f) Value of what is learnt through classroom communication is not an issue for students.
Code :
(1) (a), (c), (e) and (f)
(2) (b), (d), (e) and (f)
(3) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
(4) (a), (d), (e) and (f)
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Answer: (4)
6. The classroom communication should essentially be :
(1) Contrived
(2) Empathetic
(3) Abstract
(4) Non-descriptive
Answer: (2)
7. A good communicator begins his/her presentation with a :

(1) Complex question
(2) Non-sequitur
(3) Repetitive phrase
(4) Ice-breaker
Answer: (4)
8. In a classroom, the probability of message reception can be enhanced by :

(1) Establishing a viewpoint
(2) Exposing the ignorance of students
(3) Increasing the information load
(4) Using high decibel audio tools
Answer: (1)
9. Effective communication pre-supposes

(1) Non-alignment
(2) Domination
(3) Passivity
(4) Understanding
Answer: (4)
10. When verbal and non-verbal messages are contradictory, it is said that most people believe in
(1) indeterminate messages
(2) verbal messages
(3) non-verbal messages
(4) aggressive messages
Answer: (3)
11. The typical feature of an information-rich classroom lecture is in the nature of being
(1) Sedentary
(2) Staggered
(3) Factual
(4) Sectoral
Answer: (3)
12. Expressive communication is driven by

(1) Passive aggression
(2) Encoder’s personality characteristics
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(3) External clues
(4) Encoder-decoder contract
Answer: (4)
13. Positive classroom communication leads to
(1) Coercion
(2) Submission
(3) Confrontation
(4) Persuasion
Answer: (4)
14. Classroom communication is the basis of

(1) Social identity
(2) External inanities
(3) Biased passivity
(4) Group aggression
Answer: (1)
15. Imagine you are working in an educational institution where people are of equal status. Which
method of communication is best suited and normally employed in such a context ?
(1) Horizonatal Communication
(2) Vertical communication
(3) Corporate communication
(4) Cross communication
Answer: (1)
16. Identify the important element a teacher has to take cognizance of while addressing students in
a classroom.
(1) Avoidance of proximity
2) Voice modulation
(3) Repetitive pause
(4) Fixed posture
Answer: (2)
17. What are the barriers to effective communication ?

(1) Moralising, being judgemental and comments of consolation.
(2) Dialogue, summary and self-review.
(3) Use of simple words, cool reaction and defensive attitude.
(4) Personal statements, eye contact and simple narration.
Answer: (1)
18. The choice of communication partners is in_uenced by factors of

1) Proximity, utility, loneliness
(2) Utility, secrecy, dissonance
(3) Secrecy, dissonance, deception
(4) Dissimilarity, dissonance, deviance
Answer: (1)
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19. As a teacher, select the best option to ensure your effective presence in the classroom.
(1) Use of peer command
(2) Making aggressive statements
(3) Adoption of well-established posture
(4) Being authoritarian
Answer: 3
20. Every communicator has to experience

(1) Manipulated emotions
(2) Anticipatory excitement
(3) The issue of homophiles
(4) Status dislocation
Answer: (2)
21. The main objectives of student evaluation of teachers are :

(a) To gather information about student weaknc
(b) To make teachers take teaching seriously.
(c) To help teachers adopt innovative methods of leaching.
(d) To identify the areas of further improvement in teacher traits.
Identify the correct answer from the codes given below :
(4) (a) only
Answer: (3)
22. Using the central point of the classroom communication as the beginning of a dynamic pattern of
ideas is referred to as :
(1) Systemisation
(2) Problem – orientation
(3) Idea protocol
(4) Mind mapping
Answer: (4)
23. Aspects of the voice, other than the speech are known as :
(1) Physical language
(2) Personal language
(3) Para language
(4) Delivery language
Answer: (3)
24. Every type of communication is affected by its :

(1) Reception
(2) Transmission
(3) Non-regulation
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(4) Context
Answer: (4)
25. Attitudes, actions and appearances in the context of classroom communication are considered
as :
(1) Verbal
(2) Non-verbal
(3) Impersonal
(4) Irrational
Answer: (2)
26. Most often, the teacher – student communication is :

(1) Spurious
(2) Critical
(3) Utilitarian
(4) Confrontational
Answer-3
27. In a classroom, a communicator’s trust level is determined by :

(1) the use of hyperbole
(2) the change of voice level
(3) the use of abstract concepts
(4) eye contact
Answer-4
28. Effectiveness of communication can be traced from which of the following ?

(a) Attitude surveys
(b) Performance records
(c) Students attendance
(d) Selection of communication channel
(1) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
(2) (a), (b) and (c)
(3) (b), (c) and (d)
(4) (a), (b) and (d)
Answer: (2)
29. Assertion (A) : Formal communication tends to be fast and _exible.

Reason (R) : Formal communication is a systematic and orderly _ow of information.
(1) Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is correct explanation of (A)
(2) Both (A) and (R) are correct, but (R) is not correct explanation of (A)
(3) (A) is correct but, (R) is false
4) (A) is false but, (R) is correct
Answer: (4)
30. Which of the following are the characteristic features of communication ?
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(a) Communication involves exchange of ideas, facts and opinions.
(b) Communication involves both information and understanding.
(c) Communication is a continuous process.
(d) Communication is a circular process.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below :
(1) (a), (b) and (c)
(2) (a), (b) and (d)
(3) (b), (c) and (d)
4) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
Answer: (4)
31. The term ‘grapevine’ is also known as :

(1) Downward communication
2) Informal communication
(3) Upward communication
(4) Horizontal communication
Answer: (2)
32. Which of the following is not a principle of effective communication ?

(1) Persuasive and convincing dialogue
(2) Participation of the audience
(3) One-way transfer of information
(4) Strategic use of grapevine
Answer: (3)
33. In communication, the language is :

(1) The verbal code
(2) Intrapersonal
(3) The symbolic code
(4) The non-verbal code
Answer: (1)
34. When academicians are called to deliver lecture or presentation to an audience on certain topics
or a set of topics of educational nature, it is called
(A) Training Program
(B) Seminar
(C) Workshop
(D) Symposium
Answer: (B)
35. Media is known as

(A) First Estate
(B) Second Estate
(C) Third Estate
(D) Fourth Estate
Answer: (C)
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36. The mode of communication that involves a single source transmitting information to a large
number of receivers simultaneously, is called
(A) Group Communication
(B) Mass Communication
(C) Intrapersonal Communication
(D) Interpersonal Communication
Answer: (B)
37. A smart classroom is a teaching space which has

(i) Smart portion with a touch panel control system.
(ii) PC/Laptop connection and DVD/VCR player.
(iii) Document camera and specialized software
(iv) Projector and screen Select the correct answer from the codes given below :
(A) (i) and (ii) only
(B) (ii) and (iv) only
(C) (i). (ii) and (iii) only
(D) (i).(ii),(iii)and(iv)
Answer: (D)
38. The term ‘Yellow Journalism’ refers to

(A) sensational news about terrorism and violence
(B) sensationalism and exaggeration to attract readers / viewers.
(C) sensational news about arts and culture
(D) sensational news prints in yellow paper.
Answer: (B)
39. In the classroom, the teacher sends the message either as words or images. The students are
really
(A) Encoders
(B) Decoders
(C) Agitators
(D) Propagators
Answer: (B)
40. The next term in the series :

AB, ED, IH, NM, is
(A) TS
(B) ST
(C) TU
(D) SU
Answer: (A)
41. In circular communication, the encoder becomes a decoder when there is

(A) noise
(B) audience
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(C) criticality
(D) feedback
Answer: (D)
42. Break-down in verbal communication is described as

(A) Short circuit
(B) Contradiction
(C) Unevenness
(D)Entropy
Answer: (C)
43. The Telephone Model of Communication was _rst developed in the area of
(A) Technological theory
(B) Dispersion theory
(C) Minimal effects theory
(D)Information theory
Answer: (D)
44. Users who use media for their own ends are identi_ed as
(A) Passive audience
(B) Active audience
(C) Positive audience
(D) Negative audience
Answer: (B)
45. Classroom communication can be described as

(A) Exploration
(B) Institutionalisation
(C) Unsigni_ed
(D) Discourse
Answer: (D)
46. Ideological codes shape our collective

(A) Productions
(B) Perceptions
(C) Consumptions
(D) Creations
47. In communication, myths but are have power

(A) uncultural.
(B) insigni_cant.
(C) imprecise.
(D) unpreferred
Answer: (C)
48. The first multi- lingual news agency of India was
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(A) Samachar
(B) API
C) Hindustan Samachar
(D) Samachar Bharati
Answer: (C)
49. Organisational communication can also be equated with

(A) intra-personal communication.
(B) inter-personal communication.
(C) group communication.
(D) mass communication.
Answer: (C)
50. In the process of Communication, which one Of the following is in the chronological order ?
(A) Communication, Medium, Receiver, Effect, Message
(B) Medium, Communicator, Message, Receiver, Effect
(C) Communicator, Message, Medium, Receiver, Effect
(D) Message, Communicator, Medium, Receiver, Effect
Answer: (C)
51. Communication via New media such as computers, teleshopping, internet and mobile telephony is
termed as
(A) Entertainment
(B) Interactive Communication
(C) Development Communication
(D) Communitarian
Answer: (B)
52. Classroom communication of a teacher rest on the principle of

(A) Infotainment
(B) Edutainment
(C) Entertainment
(D) Enlightenment
Answer: (B)
53. is important when a teacher communicates with his / her student

(A) Sympathy
(B) Empathy
(C) Apathy
(D) Antipathy
Answer: (B)
54. Classroom communication must be

(A) Teacher centric
(B) Student centric
(C) General centric
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(D) Textbook centric
Answer: (B)
55. “Spare the rod and spoil the child”, gives the message that
(A) punishment in the class should be banned.
(B) corporal punishment is not acceptable.
(C) undesirable behaviour must be punished.
(D) children should be beaten with rods.
Answer: (C)
56. The type of communication that the teacher has in the classroom, is termed as
(A) Interpersonal
(B) Mass communication
(C) Group communication
(D) Face-to-face communication
Answer: (C)
57. Video-Conferencing can be classi_ed as one of the following types of communication

(A) Visual one way
(B) Audio-Visual one way
(C) Audio-Visual two way
(D) Visual two way
Answer: (C)
58. MC National University of Journalism and Communication is located at

(A) Lucknow B) Bhopal (C) Chennai (D) Mumbai
Answer: (B)
59. In India for broadcasting TV programmes which system is followed?

(A) NTCS (B) PAL(C) NTSE (D) SECAM
Answer: (B)
60. The term ‘DAVP’ stands for

(A) Directorate of Advertising & Vocal Publicity
(B) Division of Audio-Visual Publicity
(C) Department of Audio-Visual Publicity
(D) Directorate of Advertising & Visual Publicity
Answer: (D)
61. The term “TRP” is associated with TV shows stands for

(A) Total Rating Points
(B) Time Rating Points
(C) Thematic Rating Points
(D) Television Rating Points
Answer: (A)
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62. Photo bleeding means
(A) Photo cropping
(B) Photo placement
(C) Photo cutting
(D) Photo colour adjustment
Answer: (D)
63. While designing communication strategy feed-forward studies are conducted by

(A) Audience
(B) Communicator
(C) Satellite
(D) Media
Answer: (B)
64. In which language the newspapers have highest circulation ?

(A) English B) Hindi(C) Bengali (D) Tamil
65. Communication with oneself is known as

(A) Organisational Communication
(B) Grapewine Communication
(C) Interpersonal Communication
(D) Intrapersonal Communication
Answer: (D)
66. The term ‘SITE’ stands for

(A) Satellite Indian Television Experiment
(B) Satellite International Television Experiment
(C) Satellite Instructional Television Experiment
(D) Satellite Instructional Teachers Education
Answer: (C)
67. Public communication tends to occur within a more

(A) complex structure
(B) political structure
(C) convenient structure
(D) formal structure
Answer: (D)
68. Transforming thoughts, ideas and messages into verbal and non-verbal signs is referred to as
(A) channelisation
(B) mediation
(C) encoding
(D) decoding
69. Effective communication needs a supportive
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(A) economic environment
(B) political environment
C) social environment
(D) multi-cultural environment
Answer: (C)
70. A major barrier in the transmission of cognitive data in the process of communication is an
individual’s
(A) personality (B) expectation (C) social status D) coding ability
Answer: (D)
71. When communicated, institutionalized stereotypes become

(A) myths (B) reasons (C) experiences D) convictions
Answer: (D)
72. In mass communication, selective perception is dependent on the receiver’s

(A) competence (B) pre-disposition C) receptivity(D) ethnicity
Answer: (C)
73. Media that exist in an interconnected series of communication – points are referred to as
A) Networked media
(B) Connective media
(C) Nodal media
(D) Multimedia
Answer: (A)
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Prepared by
Mathematical Reasoning and Aptitude
Topic to be Covered from UGC NET REASONING SYLLABUS

 Number series
 letter series
 codes
 relationships
Questions on number series are prevalent in most of the exams. Almost 1-2 Questions comes in exam from this topic.
 These questions are based on numerical sequences that follow a logical rule/ pattern based on elementary
arithmetic concepts.
 A particular series is given from which the pattern must be analysed. You are then asked to predict the next
number in the sequence following the same rule
 There are some numbers are wrongly put into the series of number and you need to identify or correct them
Tips and Tricks for Number series for NTA NET EXAM
 Number series questions are mostly numbers in the series are connected to each other. When you identify the
connection, solving the question becomes easier for you.
 Identify the pattern asked in the question. Once you identify the pattern, solving the questions would be much
easier.
 Once you have identified the pattern, apply it to the number before/ after the missing number in the series to get
the answer.
 Try to analyse the given pattern such as prime numbers, perfect squares ,cubes, series of known numbers like
Mathematics progression (AP/GP) etc.
 Next, if you are unable to find the familiar number :-
 Calculate difference B/W the given series elements
 Then observe the pattern in difference to see are they following any regular pattern or known numbers like said
above.
 If the numbers are growing slowly its must be addition or subtraction series
 If the numbers are growing rapidly it might be a Square series or cube or multiplicative series.
 If the difference or sum don’t have any particular pattern it must be alternate number series.
 Now, You need to t signifies that the series follows a complex pattern. Check for cases like multiplying the number
and adding/subtracting a constant number from it to reach the pattern.
The common patterns asked in number series topic are-

Prime numbers
When numbers in series are prime numbers, which are divisible by own and greater than 1. There must not be any factor of
this number. Such numbers are- 11, 13, 17, 19, etc.
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Squares/Cubes
When numbers in the series are of perfect square or perfect cube or perfect square roots or cube root. Such numbers
include 81, 100, 121, 144, etc. These can be of decimal nature.
Pattern in differences
Calculate the differences between the numbers given in the series provided in the question. This difference can be
constant or varying in nature. After identifying this difference, you can find the problem number or words or letters in
the problem series.
Example:- 2, 7, 12, 17, 22, ?

The difference in this series for every number is 5. Hence, the next number will be 27.
Example:- A, D, G, J, ?
The difference between the position of these letters is 3. So, The next third letter to J will be M.
Pattern in Alternate numbers

Whenever there is a pattern in the alternate numbers or letters or words in the series, then with this alternate pattern,
you can easily find the problem number, letter or word.
Example:- 2, 3, 4, 7, 6, 11, ?
In this series, the alternate numbers are incremented by 2 and 4 successively. Hence, the next number will be 8.
Similar can be done to letter series or word series to find the answer.
Geometric Series
When numbers in the series follow the geometric progression means when each successive number in the series is obtained
by multiplying or dividing the previous numbers with a fixed ratio, then problem number can be easily figured out.
Example: 4, 20, 100, 500, ?

Each number is multiplied by 5 and in geometric progression. Hence, the next number will be 2500.
Pattern in the adjacent numbers

When adjacent numbers are varying with a logical pattern in the series, it can be understood with the following example.
Example: 2, 4, 12, 48,?

In this series, first number is multiplied by 2, second number is multiplied with 3 and third one is with 4. Hence, the next
number in series will be 240.
Odd one out

All numbers but one is in the series. Such numbers can be identified for elimination.
Complex Series
In such series, the differences between numbers are dynamic instead of being fixed, but still there is a clear logical rule.
Example: 3, 8, 15, 24, 33, ?

In this series, numbers are incremented by +5, +7, +9 and +11. Hence, the next number will be increment by +13. So, the
solution will be 46.
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Complex arithmetic functions
In some series, more than one operation (+, x, - and /) is used successively. Such pattern are very tough to recognize and
sometime take a lot of time. So, it is advisable not to spend so much time on such questions. If you find the correct answer
under the expected time limits, then only attempt it otherwise switch to the next question.
Example: 4, 6, 12, 14, 28, ?

In this series, each prospective number is incremented by 2 and the next number is multiplied by 2. Hence, applying this
logic to the series, the next number will be 30.
One of the simplest rule to solve alphabetical series problem is EJOTY rule. Most of the times, you need to
remember the position of any letter to solve puzzle. EJOTY rules will help you to easily find out the position of
different letters in the alphabet.
E J O T V
5 10 15 20 25
This type of question usually consists of a series of small letters which follow a certain pattern. However some letters
are missing from the series. These missing letters are then given in a proper sequence as one of the alternatives. The
candidate is required to choose this alternative as the answer.
Letter series classified in three types:
In One lettered series each term contains one letter and follows a certain pattern.
We have to find out the next term according to that pattern.
Example-1: What is the next letter in the series B, F, J, N, _ ?
1) R
2) T
3) Q
4) S
Answer: 1) R
Explanation:
B = 2, F = 6, J = 10, N = 14 . Here the difference between the letters is 4. So the answer is 14 + 4 = 18 which is R.
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Example-2: What is the next letter in the series B, C, E, G, ?
1) J
2) I
3) K
4) M
Answer: - K
Explanation:
B = 2, C = 3, E = 5, G = 7 . Here the letters are consecutive primes. So the next prime number is 11 which is K.
In Two lettered series each term contains two letters and follows a certain pattern. We have to find out the next term
according to that pattern.
1) GR
2) GQ
3) HQ
4) HR
Answer: 2) GQ
Explanation:
C = 3, D = 4, E = 5, F = 6.
M = 13, N = 14, O = 15, P = 16.
So next term is G = 7 and Q = 17
In Three lettered series each term contains three letters and follows a certain pattern. We have to find out the
next term according to that pattern.
Example: What is the next letter in the series CNL, BLI, AJF, ZHC, __ ?
1) XDY
2) YFZ
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3) YFA
4) XFY
Answer: 2) YFZ
Explanation:
C = 3, B = 2, A = 1, Z = 26. (Decreasing by 1) So next letter is 25, which is Y.

N = 14, L = 12, J = 10, H = 8. (Decreasing by 2) So next letter is 6, which is F.
L = 12, I = 9, F = 6, C = 3. (Decreasing by 3) So next letter is 26, which is Z.
If NOTE is coded as OQWl and BOA is coded as CQD, then which of the following is coded as NCWGM?
A MOKEB
B MATER
C CATCH
D
MATCH
Correct Option: D
Similarly
So,
In a certain code language OFFICE is written as NGGHDD. How is DENOTE written in that code language?
A CDMNSD
B EDONUD
C EPOPUF
D EODND
Correct Option: B
Similarly
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Note: Vowels – 1; Consonants + 1
hence, option B is correct.
If "ANANT is code as "BPDRY", then "MANOJ" will be coded as which of the following options
A NDQSO
B NCPSO
C NCQSO
D
NCQSP
Correct Option: C
ANANT is coded as BPDRY, here the logic is A+1 = B, N+2 = P, A+3 = D, N+4 = R, T+5 = Y
Hence, code for MANOJ will be, M + 1 = N, A + 2 = C, N + 3 = Q, O + 4 = S, J + S = O i.e. "NCQSO".
Hence, option C is correct.
in a certain code language, "YIELD" is written as "YHBGX" and "FORT" is written as "POME". How is "HEIGHT"
written in that code language?
A NCDFCG
B NCCECG
C NBCFCG
D NCCFCG
Correct Option: D
So,
Similarly
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Hence, option D is correct.
in a certain code of language, "PREVENT" is written as "TNEVERP”. How is "SPECIAL" written in that code
language?
ALAICPES
B LAICEPS
C LCAIEPS
DLAEICPS
Correct Option: B
The letters of the word are reversed.
Hence, option B is correct.
 Blood Relations Based Question are very common in all type of examination where you have been given relationship
among few members of the family and based on given details you need to Find out the ‘Unknown’ relation that
exists satisfying the given criteria.
 Questions depict relationships among the various members of a family in a roundabout chain.
 The candidate is expected to find the relation of two particular persons mentioned in the question.
 Generally, the question deals with a hierarchical structure which is based on seven generation three above
Q.1 Pointing to a boy, Saras said, "His father's wife's brother is the only brother of my sister's father." How is
the boy related to Saras?
A Son
B Nephew
C Cousin brother
D Uncle
Correct Option: C
Boy's father's wife means his 'mother'.
His mother's brother means his 'maternal uncle'.
Saras' sister's father means Saras' father.
Boy's maternal uncle is the only brother of Saras' father.
Boy's maternal uncle is the paternal uncle of Saras.
This clearly means that the boy is the cousin brother of Saras.
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Q,2 Pointing to a boy in a photograph, a girl said, "His father's mother is the mother-in-law of my brother's
mother." How is the person in photograph related to the girl?
A Maternal Uncle
B Grandfather
C Brother
D
Paternal Uncle
Correct Option: C
Girl's brother's mother means girl's 'mother'.
Mother-in-law of girl's mother means her grandmother.
Mother of the father of the boy in photograph is his 'grandmother'.
So, the boy's grandmother is also girl's grandmother.
This clearly means that the boy is related to the girl as her 'Brother.'
pointing to a lady Pankaj Said, Her mother's only grandson is my son, “How is that Lady related to pankaj"?
A Aunt
B Sister
C Mother
D
Wife
Correct Option: B
introducing a girl. Ronit said, " He is the daughter of the daughter of my grandfather's only son", How is that girl
related to Ronit?
A Cousin
B Niece
C Father in law
D Nephew
Correct Option: B
" He is the daughter of the daughter of my grandfather's only son"
My grandfather's only Son - It means Ronit's father.
Daughter of my grandfather's only son - Ronit's father's daughter. It means Ronit's sister.
Daughter of the daughter of my grandfather - It means Ronit's sister's daughter.
Hence, that girl is a niece of Ronit.
Hence, option B is correct
Pointing towards a lady in a photograph a girls says Vinita's grandmother is the mother- in - law of this lady how is
the lady in the photograph related to Vinita?
A Mother
B Sister
C Aunt
D
Grandmother
Correct Option: A
()
↓
( ) + ⇔ (Lady)
↓
Vinita
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Hence, option A is correct.
Mathematical Aptitude (Fraction, Time & Distance, Ratio, Proportion and Percentage, Profit and
Loss, Interest and Discounting, Averages etc.).
1) A person sold a stove for Rs. 423 and incurred a loss of 6%. At what price would it be sold so as to earn a
profit of 8%?
a. Rs. 525
b. Rs. 500
c. Rs. 490
d. Rs. 486
ANSWER: Rs. 486
Explanation:
2) A fruit seller buys lemons at 2 for a rupee and sells then at 5 for three rupees. His gain percent is
a. 10%
b. 15%
c. 20%
d. 25%
Answer Explanation
ANSWER: 20%
Explanation:
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3) A sells a car to B at 10% loss. If B sells it for Rs. 54000 and gains 20%, the cost price of the car for A was
a. Rs. 25000
b. Rs. 50000
c. Rs. 37500
d. Rs. 60000
ANSWER: Rs. 50000
Explanation:
4) Ramesh sold a statue for a price 25% higher than the original price of the statue. He had however bought the
statue at 20% discount on the original price. With the profit of Rs. 2025, find the original price of the statue.
a. Rs. 6000
b. Rs. 7500
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c. Rs. 3500
d. Rs. 4500
ANSWER: Rs. 4500
Explanation:
5) If selling price of 40 articles is equal to cost price of 50 articles, the loss or gain percent is
a. 25% loss
b. 20% loss
c. 25% gain
d. 20% gain
ANSWER: 25% gain
Explanation:
6) Two bicycles were sold for Rs. 3990 each, gaining 5% on one and losing 5% on the other. The gain or loss percent
on the whole transaction is
a. Neither gain nor loss

b. 2.5% gain
c. 2.5% loss
d. 0.25% loss
ANSWER: 0.25% loss
Explanation:
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7) The ratio of cost price and selling price is 4:5. The profit percent is
a. 10%
b. 20%
c. 25%
d. 30%
ANSWER: 25%
Explanation:
8) If a person sells a ‘sari’ for Rs. 5200, making a profit of 30%, then the cost price of the sari is
a. Rs. 4420
b. Rs. 4000
c. Rs. 3900
d. Rs. 3800
ANSWER: Rs. 4000
Explanation:
9) A shopkeeper earns a profit of 15% after selling a book at 20% discount on the printed price. The ratio of the
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cost price and printed price of the book is?
a. 20:23
b. 23:20
c. 16:23
d. 23:16
ANSWER: 16:23
Explanation:
10) Simran bought pet food worth Rs. 56000. She then sold 1/3rd of it incurring a loss of 40%. What profit she
must earn on rest of the supplies to nullify this loss?
a. 25%
b. 20%
c. 45%
d. 50%
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ANSWER: 20%
Explanation:
11) Ramesh gets a profit of 20% in one trade and suffers a loss of 20% in the second when he sells 2 cycles for
Rs. 4000 each. What is his profit or loss in the entire trade?
a. Loss = 4%
b. Loss = 16%
c. Profit = 16%
d. Profit = 4%
ANSWER: Loss = 4%
Explanation:
12) Suman buys 160 chocolates for Rs. 480. She wanted to earn 30% profit by selling them. But Rakesh visited her
and she gave him 25% of those chocolates at the cost price itself. But even after doing this, she earned a profit of
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30% as decided. For how much did she sell each chocolate?
a. Rs. 3.8
b. Rs. 4.2
c. Rs. 6
d. Rs. 3
ANSWER: Rs. 4.2

Explanation:
13) Guddi buys some oranges in a shop at 4 per rupee. She goes to other shop and buys same number of oranges at
5 per rupee. She then combines them in a basket and sells them at 4 per rupee. Will she get a profit or loss? And
how much?
a. Profit = 100/9 %
b. Loss = 100/9 %
c. Profit = 116/9 %
d. Loss = 116/9 %
ANSWER: Profit = 100/9 %

Explanation:
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14) Chaman sells 40 fans at 10% profit. He wants a total of 20% profit on the entire sale. Since he got 160 fans
at rate of Rs. 100 each, at what profit must he sell the remaining fans?
a. 70/3%
b. 160/58%
c. 30%
d. 100/3%
ANSWER: 70/3%
Explanation:
15) Uma wants to gain 15% profit on her sale of sugar. She buys 120 kg of sugar at Rs. 24 per kg to mix with 180
kg of sugar bought at Rs. 28 per kg. She sells the sugar mix at ….
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a. Rs. 8159
b. Rs. 9108
c. Rs. 9756
d. Rs. 8564
ANSWER: Rs. 9108

Explanation:
16) Rohit got profit of 11½% by selling his old car. However he realized that had he sold it for Rs. 8100 more, his
profit would be 38.5%. At what price did he buy the car?
a. Rs. 44500
b. Rs. 55000
c. Rs. 41000
d. Rs. 30000
ANSWER: Rs. 30000

Explanation:
17) Rambabu sells paper planes at the rate of 20 planes for Re. 1. If he gets profit of 20%, how many planes did
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he buy in 1 rupee?
a. 16
b. 40
c. 24
d. 36
ANSWER: 24
Explanation:
18) A cheater manipulated his weighing machine so that it shows 1kg for 970 grams. How much profit does he get?
a. 397/100%
b. 0.3 %
c. 0.03%
d. 300/97%
ANSWER: 300/97%
Explanation:
19) Ajay incurred loss of 20% by selling a vase for Rs. 2880. To get a profit of 20% at what price should he sell
the vase?
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a. Rs. 4320
b. Rs. 5760
c. Rs. 1440
d. Rs. 3500
ANSWER: Rs. 4320

Explanation:
20) A sold a car to B at a profit of 25%. B incurred loss of 15% while selling the same car to C. A spent Rs. 50000
for this car. At what price did C buy it?
a. Rs. 62500
b. Rs. 60000
c. Rs. 53125
d. Rs. 90000
ANSWER: Rs. 53125

Explanation:
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21) What will be selling price, if cost price is Rs. 120 and gain is 35%?
a. Rs. 13
b. Rs. 85
c. Rs. 155
d. Rs. 162
ANSWER: Rs. 162
Explanation:
22) A and B enter into a partnership with respective capitals of Rs. 20,000 and Rs. 40,000. At the end of the
year, the total profit is Rs. 33,000. If A receives Rs. 15,000 as both his salary and profit, then what is his salary?
a. Rs. 2000
b. Rs. 4000
c. Rs. 3500
d. Rs. 3000
ANSWER: Rs. 4000
Explanation:
A's capital : B 's capital
20000 : 40000 = 1 : 2
Since, the time period is fixed, the profit is distributed in the ratio of capital 1 : 2
Profit of A = (1/3) * 33,000 = Rs. 11,000
Salary of A = Rs. (15000 – 11000) = Rs. 4000
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23) An article costs Rs. 600. What should be the marked price of an article so that after 10% discount, the trader
makes 20% profit?
a. Rs. 800
b. Rs. 950
c. Rs. 1100
d. Rs. 1040
ANSWER: Rs. 800
Explanation:
Cost price of article = Rs. 600
Profit % = 20%
Therefore,
selling price of article = 120% of C.P.
= (120 / 100) * 600 = Rs. 720
Marked price = ?
Discount % = 10%
S.P. = Rs. 720
90% of M.P. = S.P.
90/100 * M.P. = 720
M.P. = 720 * (100/90) = Rs. 800
24) A man buys 50 pens at marked price of 46 pens from a whole seller. If he sells these pens giving a discount of
1% , what is the profit percent?
a. 5.3 %
b. 7.6 %
c. 10.6 %
d. 12 %
Answer Explanation
ANSWER: 7.6 %
Explanation:
Let Marked price be Re. 1 each
C.P. of 50 pens = Rs. 46
S.P. of 50 pens = 99% of Rs. 50 = Rs. 49.50
Profit % = (Profit /C.P.) x 100
Profit% = (3.50/46) x 100 = 7.6 %
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25) P sells an article to Q at 10 % profit. Q sells it to R at 25 % profit. If R pays Rs. 250 for it, What did P pay
for it ?
a. Rs. 225
b. Rs. 198..50
c. Rs. 181.81
d. Rs. 162.30
e. None of these
ANSWER: Rs. 181.81
Explanation:
Selling price of P = Cost price of Q
Selling Price of Q = Cost price of R = Rs. 250 ….. Given
Q sold it to R with 25 % profit.
Cost price of Q = 100/125 * 250/1 = Rs. 200 = Selling price of P.
P sold it to Q with 10 % profit.
Cost price of P = 100 / 110 * 200 / 1 = Rs. 181.81
26) Sagar purchased 10 kg of rice at the rate of Rs. 15 per kg and 25 kg of rice at the rate Rs. 14 per kg. He
mixed the two and sold the mixture. Approximately at what rate per kg should he sell the mixture to make 40 %
profit in the transaction?
a. Rs. 20.00
b. Rs. 19.50
c. Rs. 15
d. Rs. 17.5
ANSWER: Rs. 20.00
Explanation:
Rice variety Quantity(Kg) Rate(Rs/Kg) Cost(in Rs)
First 10 15 150
Second 25 14 350
Total 500
By 40% profit on cost price,
Selling price of mixture = 140/100 * 500
= Rs. 700
Therefore, selling price per kg of mixture = 700/35 = Rs. 20
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27) A trader has 200 kg of sugar, out of which he sells some with 10% profit and the rest with 25% profit. He
gains 15% on the whole. Find the quantity of sugar sold at 25% profit?
a. 120 kg
b. 96.5 kg
c. 84 kg
d. 67 kg
e. None of these
ANSWER: 67 kg
Explanation:
Let CP of each kg. of sugar = Rs.1.
Cost Price of 200 kg of sugar = Rs.200.
Let quantity of sugar sold with 25% profit be X.
Therefore, (200 – X) kg of sugar sold at a profit of 10%
Then,
(125/100 * X) + 110/100 (200 – X) = 115/100 * 200
125X + 110(200 – X) = 115 * 200
125X + 22000 – 110X = 23000
125X – 110X = 23000 – 22000
15X = 1000
X = 1000/15
X = 66.66 kg
Quantity of sugar that was sold at 25% gain is 66.66 kg
Therefore, option nearby for 66.66 is 67 (d)
28) Anil purchased 30 kg of wheat at the rate of Rs. 22 per kg and 20 kg of wheat at the rate of Rs. 24 per kg.
He mixed the two. Approximately at what rate per kg should he sell the mixture to make 25% profit?
a. Rs. 25
b. Rs. 28
c. Rs. 30
d. Rs. 32.5
ANSWER: Rs. 28
Explanation:
Total quantity of mixture = 30 + 20 = 50 kg.
By earning a profit of 25% on the total cost, the selling price of the mixture is
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125/100 * (660 + 480 = 1140) = Rs. 1425
Selling price per kg = Total selling price / Total of mixture
= 1425 / 50
= Rs. 28.5
29) At what price should the Karan mark a sewing machine that costs him Rs. 1200/- so that even after offering a
20% discount, he makes 25% profit?
a. Rs. 2,025/-
b. Rs.1,900/-
c. Rs. 1,675/-
d. Rs. 1,875/-
e. None of these
Answer Explanation
ANSWER: Rs. 1,875/-
Explanation:
Cost of a sewing machine = Rs. 1200/-
By giving 20% discount on the marked price of a sewing machine, the cost price is :
100/80 * 1200 = Rs. 1500/- By making a profit of 25% on the cost price of a sewing machine, the marked price of the
sewing machine is:
125/100 × 1500 = 125 × 15 = Rs. 1,875/-
30) Virat buys an old car for Rs. 50000 and spends Rs. 4000 on its repairs. If he sells the scooter for Rs. 60000,
his gain percent is:
a. 3 (4/7) %
b. 11 (1/9) %
c. 12 (2/3) %
d. 12%
ANSWER: 11 (1/9) %
Explanation:
C.P. = Rs. (50000 + 4000) = Rs. 54000
S.P. = Rs. 60000.
Gain% = ( (6000 / 54000) * 100 ) % = 11 (1/9)%
31) P, Q, R subscribe Rs. 50,000 for a business. P subscribes Rs. 4000 more than Q and Q Rs. 5000 more than R.
Out of a total profit of Rs. 25,000, what will be P's share?
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a. Rs. 8400
b. Rs. 10,500
c. Rs. 13,600
d. Rs. 14,700
ANSWER: Rs. 10,500
Explanation:
Let amount subscribed for R be x.
Therefore, Q = x + 5000 and P = x + 5000 + 4000 = x + 9000
So, x + x + 5000 + x + 9000 = 50000
3x = 36000
x = 12000
P : Q : R = 21000 : 17000 : 12000 = 21 : 17 : 12
P’s share = 25000 X (21/50) = Rs. 10,500
32) A trader purchases several articles at the rate of 13 for Rs. 10 and sells them at the rate of 10 for Rs. 13.
What is his gain/loss?
a. 69 % gain
b. 56.25 % gain
c. 56.25 % loss
d. 25 % loss
e. None of these
ANSWER: 69 % gain
Explanation:
We have, C. P of 13 articles = Rs. 10
& S. P of 10 articles = Rs. 13
S. P of 13 articles = ?
= (13 * 13) / 10 = 16.9
Gain = [(16.9 – 10)/10] * 100 = 69 %
33) A boy pays Rs. 369 for an article marked at Rs. 600, by enjoying two successive discounts. If the first
discount is of 25%, how much should be the second discount?
a. 20 %
b. 10 %
c. 25 %
d. 18 %
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e. None of these
ANSWER: 18 %
Explanation:
First discount = 25% of 600 = Rs. 150.
Thus, the reduced price = 600 – 150 = Rs. 450.
Since the person actually paid Rs. 369, the value of the second discount must be equal to Rs. 81 (450 – 369).
Let the second discount be x
Thus, we get, 81 = x of 450
( 81/450)*100 = 18%
34) By purchasing an article at 20 % discount on the original price and then selling it at a price of 25% above the
original price, a trader earns Rs. 200 as the profit. What was the original price of the article?
a. Rs. 444.44
b. Rs. 255.50
c. Rs. 100.10
d. Rs. 810
e. None of these
ANSWER: Rs. 444.44
Explanation:
Let the original price of the article be Rs. 100. Hence the purchase price for the trader would be Rs. 80 and his selling
price would be Rs. 125. Thus, he would earn a profit of Rs. 45 (125 – 80). Therefore,
Profit is Rs. 45 if the original price is Rs. 100
Hence, if profit is Rs. 200, then original price will be..
= 100x 200/45
= Rs. 444.44
35) A boy incurs 5% loss by selling a book for Rs. 1000. At what price should the book be sold to earn 5 % profit?
a. Rs. 1105.26
b. Rs. 1251.50
c. Rs. 1085.13
d. Rs. 1885.13
ANSWER: Rs. 1105.26
Explanation:
Let the new selling price be Rs. x
(100 – loss %) /1000 = (100 + gain %) / x
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(100 – 5) / 1000 = (100 + 5) / x
x = (105 × 1000) / 95 = 105000 / 95
x = 1105.26.
36) Find the resultant profit if A sells a cupboard at a profit of 6% to B and B sells the same to C at a profit of
9%.
a. 15%
b. 16%
c. 14.5%
d. 15.54%
ANSWER: 15.54%
Explanation:
The resultant profit = 1.06 * 1.09 = 1.1554 = 15.54%
Alternatively, the resultant profit = [x + y + xy/100]
= 6 + 9 + (6*9)/100
= 15 + 0.54
= 15.54%
37) If Harsh sold a match ticket for Rs.340 at a profit of 25%, at what price did he purchased the ticket?
a. 280
b. 255
c. 300
d. 272
ANSWER: 272
Explanation:
Cost price = Selling price/(1 + profit percent)
= 340/(1 + 0.25) = 340/1.25
= Rs.272
38) Eleven bags are bought for Rs.1000 and sold at 10 for Rs.1100. What is the gain or loss in percentage?
a. 10%
b. 21%
c. 25%
d. 20%
ANSWER: 21%
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Explanation:
As selling price is Rs.1100 for 10 bags, each bag is sold at Rs.110.
Hence, the profit is Rs.100 after selling 10 bags plus the selling price of 1 bag = 100 + 110 = Rs.210.
%profit = 210/1000 *100
= 21%
39) Vijay sells a cupboard at 14% below cost price. Had he got Rs.2086 more, he would have made a profit of 14%.
What is the cost price of the cupboard?
a. 7450
b. 14900
c. 7400
d. 7500
ANSWER: 7450
Explanation:
Cost price = 2086/(0.14 + 0.14) = 2086/0.28
= Rs.7450
40) If selling price of 12 pens is equal to the cost price of 18 pens, find the profit percent.
a. 40%
b. 33.3%
c. 50%
d. 25%
ANSWER: 50%
Explanation:
Selling price of 12 pens = cost price of 18 pens
Therefore, the profit is 6 pens and cost price is 12 pens.
% profit = profit/cost price * 100
= 6/12 * 100
= 50%
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STRUCTURING AN ARGUMENT
In this section, we will look at the structure of an argument

“I see what your premises are,” says the philosopher, “and I see your conclusion. But I just don’t see how you get there. I
don’t see the argument.”
What is the argument?

– An argument is a claim defended with reasons. It is composed of a group of statements with one or more statements
(premises) supporting another statement (conclusion).
 An argument is an act of presenting reasons to support an individual’s position or point of view.
 It is not quarrel or dispute. Or simply, as Bassham’s definition of an argument: A claim defended with reasons.
 Arguments are the basis of persuasive communication. They are combinations of statements made that are
intended to change the minds of other people.
 All arguments have structure, which can be either deliberately designed or maybe discovered through analysis.
At its simplest, an argument has premises and a conclusion.

Main components in an argument. (a) Premises, (b) Conclusion:
– A simple argument must have a conclusion and at least two premises.
– Premises or propositions are statements that directly support the conclusion.
– A conclusion is what an author or an individual wants me to believe, accept or do.
Premise
A premise of an argument is something that is put forward as a truth, but which is not proven. Although it is not proven, it
is assumed to be true (although how universally accepted this truth is maybe another matter).
 It is hot in here.
 This is a beautiful car.
 The people of this town are angry.
If you want to attack another person’s argument, you can challenge the truth of their premises. If you are making an
argument, you should be ready to defend any of your premises.
The more complex the premise, the more opportunity there is to challenge it, so if you expect a challenge, keep your
premises both short and non-controversial.
As premises are the building blocks of the argument, there may well be two or more premises in any argument.
Conclusion
The conclusion (or claim) is the statement with which you want the other person to agree. It is drawn from the premises of
the argument, of which there may be many.
 We need to get out.
 You should buy this car.
 The new housing should be sited elsewhere.
A useful way of spotting a conclusion is that it may well be a statement of necessity, saying what must or should happen. It
may well be framed to persuade the other person to do something or make some decision.
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– Between the conclusion and the premises are further statements which translate the premises into the conclusion. This
is the reasoning process, and in a formal argument uses careful logic (in informal arguments, emotional reasoning and
assumptive leaps may well be used).
A particular aspect of the logical argument is that inferential statements have true-false qualities — that is, they are
either true or false and nothing in between. Thus a sentence can contain many statements.
 If we stay here, we will not only get uncomfortable, we will also start to smell.
 There are other people interested in this car who will be here later.
 If we don’t do something, the peasants will revolt.
Inferential arguments seek to prove. Thus commands, explanations and other statements may not directly add to the
inference, although they may be a useful component of persuasion.
 Look at this. (command)
 The people are angry because we did not listen to them. (explanation)
 I hate it when cars don’t start. (emotion)
Implicit conclusion & implicit premise:

– An implicit conclusion is when the conclusion is not stated outright and the arguer assumes that you will know it.
– An implicit premise is when the premise is not stated outright and the arguer assumes that you will know it.
Based on the above fact generally, three types of Question were asked in UGC NET exam in the logical reasoning
section –
Statement & Assumption Test
Statement & Argument Test
Statement & Inference Test
How to solve –
In each question below is given a statement followed by two assumptions numbered I and II. You have to consider the
statement and the following assumptions and decide which of the assumptions is implicit in the statement.
Statement:
The GOI has decided to pay compensation to the tune of Rs. 10 lakh to the family members of those who are killed in
major railway accidents.
Assumptions:
The government has enough funds to meet the expenses due to compensation.
There may be a reduction in incidents of railway accidents in the near future.
(A) If the only assumption I is implicit
(B) If only assumption II is implicit
(C) If either I or II is implicit
(D) If neither I nor II is implicit
(E) If both I and II are implicit.
If you consider the statement given that Gov of India has decided to pay 10 lakh compensation for railway accidents that
means it must have been discussed in minister councils and subsequently rules has been provisioned after considering the
amount that might need to allocate for this fund.
Means- The government has enough funds to meet the expenses due to compensation.
However, The no of train incidents are unpredictable and this cant guarantee that there will be a reduction in incidents of
railway accidents in the near future.
Hence – the only assumption I is implicit
These type of Question are commonly asked you need to give attention to details. You might not able to identify
that given assumption is implicit or not in the first few attempts however one you practise more questions based on
the same pattern you will be able to identify them.
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Statement & Argument Test
Paper Pattern – Questions are givens with the statement and you need to identify which of
argument is strong & week
How to solve –
Each question given below consists of a statement, followed by two arguments numbered I and II.
You have to decide which of the arguments is a ‘strong’ argument and which is a ‘weak’ argument.
Answer:
* (A) If only argument I is strong
* (B) If only argument II is strong
* (C) If either I or II is strong
* (D) If neither I nor II is strong and
* (E) If both I and II are strong.
Usually, in these questions, a statement is given which is followed by two arguments. An individual is required to
differentiate between strong and weak arguments.
You will see many different types of questions in this section. Usually, confusing questions will be asked.
The arguments that will be provided will generally be contrary to each other.
You have to choose the strong argument which satisfies the Statement.
Example 1-
Statement: Should taxes on colour television be further increased?
Arguments:
 Yes, Colour television is a luxury item and only rich people buy them.
 No, Televisions are bought by the poor too.
1. Only argument I is strong
2. Only argument II is strong
3. Either I or II is strong
4. Neither I nor II is strong
5. Both I and II are strong
Answer: Option 4
Explanation: Taxes on an item cannot be increased or decreased based on the financial position of the people who buy it.
So, both arguments I and II do not hold strong.
Example 2-
Statement: Should India become a permanent member of the UN’s Security Council?
Arguments:
 Yes. India has emerged as a country which loves peace and amity.
 No. Let us first solve the problems of our people like poverty, malnutrition.
1. Only argument I is strong
2. Only argument II is strong
3. Either I or II is strong
4. Neither I nor II is strong
5. Both I and II are strong
Answer: Option 1
Explaination:- A peace-loving nation like India can well join an international forum which seeks to bring different nations on
friendly terms with each other. So, the argument I hold strong. Argument II highlights a different aspect. The internal
problems of a nation should not debar it from strengthening international ties. So, argument II is vague.
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Statement & Inference Test
Paper Pattern – Questions are givens with the statement and you need to identify which of
inference/Conclusion is correct.
How to solve –
In each question below is given a statement followed by two conclusions numbered I and II. You have to assume everything
in the statement to be true, then consider the two conclusions together and decide which of them logically follows beyond
a reasonable doubt from the information given in the statement.
Statements:
The government has spoiled many top-ranking financial institutions by appointing bureaucrats as Directors of these
institutions.
Conclusions:
 The government should appoint Directors of the financial institutes taking into consideration the expertise of the
person in the area of finance.
 The Director of the financial institutions should have expertise commensurate with the financial work carried out
by the institute.
A. Only conclusion I follows
B. Only conclusion II follows
C. Either I or II follows
D. Neither I nor II follows
E. Both I and II follow
Answer: Option E
Explanation: According to the statement, the Government has spoiled financial institutions by the appointing bureaucrats
as Directors. This means that only those persons should be appointed as Directors who are experts in finance and are
acquainted with the financial work of the institute. So, both I and II follow.
Statement: Should an organization like UNO be dissolved?

Arguments:
 Yes. With cold war coming to an end, such organizations have no role to play
 No, In the absence of such organizations there may be a world war.
A. Only argument I is strong
B. Only argument II is strong
C. Either I or II is strong
D. Neither I nor II is strong
E. Both I and II are strong
Answer: Option B
Explanation: An organization like UNO is meant to maintain peace all over and will always serve to prevent conflicts
between countries. So, its role never ends. So, the argument I do not hold. Also, lack of such an organization may in future
lead to increased mutual conflicts and international wars, on account of lack of a common platform for mutual discussions.
So, argument II holds.
The Difference Between Deductive and Inductive Reasoning
First, both deduction and induction are ways to learn more about the world and to convince others about the truth of
those leanings. None of these terms would mean anything or are useful to anyone if they weren’t used to do something
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useful, like determining who committed a crime, or how many planets might harbor life in the Milky Way galaxy. Induction
and Deduction help us deal with real world problems.
“The biggest difference between deductive and inductive reasoning is that deductive reasoning starts with a statement or
hypothesis and then tests to see if it’s true through observation, where inductive reasoning starts with observations and
moves backward towards generalizations and theories.”
Key Points
 Deduction moves from idea to observation, while induction moves from observation to idea.
 Deduction moves from more general to more specific, while induction moves from more specific to more general.
 Deductive arguments have unassailable conclusions assuming all the premises are true, but inductive arguments
simply have some measure of probability that the argument is true—based on the strength of the argument and
the evidence to support it.
“ All men are mortal. Harold is a man. Therefore, Harold is mortal.”
Deduction
I have a bag of many coins, and I’ve pulled 10 at random and they’ve all been pennies, therefore this is probably a bag full
of pennies.
Induction
This gives some measure of support for the argument that the bag only has pennies in it, but it’s not complete support like
we see with deduction.
 Deduction has theories that predict an outcome, which are tested by experiments. Induction makes observations
that lead to generalizations for how that thing works.
 If the premises are true in deduction, the conclusion is definitely true. If the premises are true in induction, the
conclusion is probably true.
 Deduction is hard to use in everyday life because it requires a sequential set of facts that are known to be true.
Induction is used all the time in everyday life because most of the world is based on partial knowledge,
probabilities, and the usefulness of a theory as opposed to its absolute validity.
 Deduction is more precise and quantitative, while induction is more general and qualitative.
What is Analogies
 ‘Analogy’ means ‘correspondence’ or ‘Similar items’. In other words, we can say the similarity or similar relation
existence between the given subject.
 In analogy based question section, you will find that a particular relationship is given and another similar
relationship has to identify from the alternatives provided.
 Analogy based tests are meant to test a candidate’s overall knowledge, power of verbal reasoning and ability to
think concisely and accurately. There is three types of Analogy-
 Number Analogy
 Letter Analogy
 Word Analogy
The candidates are asked to identify and point out relationships, similarities or differences, and dissimilarities in a series
or between groups of numbers.
In most of the cases relationships between the numbers in a given pair can be any of the following:
 One number is a multiple of the other.
 One number is the square or square root of the other.
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 One number is the cube or cube root of the other.
 The two numbers can be consecutive, even, odd or prime numbers.
Understanding Number Analogy is a crucial step in solving questions on reasoning ability. The reasoning ability is
checked mainly by the questions related to Number Analogy.
Examples based on Number Analogy

#1 What number will follow the given series of numbers: 3, 6, 11, __ _?
1. 13
2. 16
3. 18
4. 22
The missing term is = 4 x 2 + 2 = 18. Hence the answer is 18.
#2 121 : 12 : : 25 : ?
The relationship is x2 : (x + 1).
The questions based on letter analogy are similar to number analogy. Here, the questions are based on the relationship
between two groups of letters on each side of the sign : :
Normally, three pairs of letters are given followed by a question mark where the fourth pair of letters is supposed to
come.
Examples based on Letter Analogy
#1 Find the missing term : YWZX : USVT : : MKNL : ?

(a) IGGH (b) IGJH (c) IGJJ (d) IGHH
Alphabets are used in reverse order. In the first term, the order of alphabet is 2, 4, 1 and 3 and in the second term, the
order is 6, 8, 5 and 7. So, the missing term is IGJH.
#2 ? : I K M O : : Q S U W : YA C E
(a) ACEG (b) ADEG (c) ACDG (d) ADDG
In each group, one letter is skipped between every two consecutive letters. So, the missing term will be ACEG.
In word analogy questions there is a certain relationship between the two given words on one side of and one word is given
on the other side.
Students are asked to find the correct alternative that has same relationship with that word.
There are many possibilities in establishing a relationship. Here are some useful points on the basic knowledge required for
the test.
Tool and Action
Worker and Working Place (Eg: Farmer : Field : : Doctor : Hospital)
Worker and Product (Eg: Carpenter : Furniture : : Mason : Wall)
Quantity and Unit (Eg: Length : Metre : : Distance : Light Year)
Instrument and Measurement
Study and Topic (Eg: Botany : Plants : : Ornithology : Birds)
Word and Antonym
Person and field
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Book & author
Examples based on Word Analogy
#1 Sailor : Ship : : Lawyer : ?

(a) Legal (b) Law (c) Court (d) Ruling
‘Sailor’ works at ‘Ship’, similarly ‘Lawyer’ works at ‘Court’.
#2 Love : Hate : : Create : ?

(a) Make (b) Renovate (c) Destroy (d) Building
Solution.(c) ‘Hate’ is just opposite of ‘Love’. Similarly, ‘Destroy’ is just opposite of ‘Create’.
#3 In each of the following questions, select the related word from the given alternatives.
Book : Publisher : : Film ; ?
(a)Writer (b) Editor (c) Director (d) Producer
#4 Current is related to Ampere in the same way as Weight is related to

1. Measurement
2. Commodity
3. Pound
4. Scale E. None of these
Current is measured in terms of Ampere and Weight is measured in terms of Pound.
#5 Fish is related to Water in the same way as Bird is related to

1. Water
2. Sky
3. Food
4. Air
5. None of these
Fish swims in Water and Bird flies in the Sky.
1. Superiority of intellect depends upon its power of concentration on one theme in the same way as a concave mirror
collects all the rays that strike upon it into one point.
(1) Mathematical
(2) Psychological
(3) Analogical
(4) Deductive
Answer:3
2. Given below are two premises (A and B). Four conclusions are drawn from them. Select the code that states validity
drawn conclusion (s) (taking the premises individually or jointly). Premises:
(A) Most of the dancers are physically fit.
(B) Most of the singers are dancers.
Conclusions:
(a) Most of the singers are physically fit.
(b) Most of the dancers are singers.
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(c) Most of the physically fit persons are dancers.
(d) Most of the physically fit persons are singers.
Code:
(1) (a) and (b)
(2) (b) and (c)
(3) (c) and (d)
(4) (d) and (a)
Answer:2
3. Which one among the following is a presupposition in inductive reasoning?

(1) Law of identity
(2) Unchangeability in nature
(3) Harmony in nature
(4) Uniformity of nature
Answer:4
4. If the proposition ‘domestic animals are hardly ferocious’ is taken to be false, which of the following
proposition/propositions can be claimed to be certainly true? Select the correct code:
Propositions:
(a) All domestic animals are ferocious.
(b) Most of the domestic animals are ferocious.
(c) No domestic animal is ferocious.
(d) Some domestic animals are non-ferocious.
Code:
(1) (a) and (b)
(2) (a) only
(3) (c) and (d)
(4) (b) only
Answer:1
5. Which one of the following statements is not correct in the context of Venn diagram method?
(1) It is a method of testing the validity of arguments.
(2) It represents both the premises of a syllogism in one diagram.
(3) It requires two overlapping circles for the two premises of a standard-form categorical syllogism.
(4) It can be used to represent classes as well as propositions.
Answer:3
6. It is Truism to say that no one was there when life first appeared on earth. Any assertion about life’s origin thus, should
be treated as a theory. The above two statements constitute:
(1) A narrative
(2) An argument
(3) A conjecture
(4) A historical explanation
Answer:2
7. Given below are four statements. Among them, two are related in such a way that they can both be true but they cannot
both be false. Select the code that indicates those two statements:
Statements:
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(a) Honest people never suffer.
(b) Almost all honest people do suffer.
(c) Honest people hardly suffer.
(d) Each and every honest person suffers. Code:
(1) (a) and (c)
(2) (a) and (d)
(3) (b) and (c)
(4) (a) and (b)
Answer:3
8. A deductive argument is invalid if:

(a) Its premises and conclusion are all false
(b) Its premises are all false but its conclusion is true.
(c) Its premises are all true but its conclusion is false.
(d) Its premises and conclusion are all true.
Answer:3
9. Given below are two premises (a and b), from those two premises four conclusions (i), (ii), (iii) and (iv) are drawn. Select
the code that states the conclusion/conclusions drawn validity (taking the premises singularly or jointly).
Premises:
(a) All bats are mammals
(b) No birds are bats
Conclusion:
(i) No birds are mammals
(ii) Some birds are not mammals
(iii) No bats are birds
(iv) All mammals are bats
Code:
(1) (i) and (ii) only
(2) (iii) only
(3) (iii) and (iv) only
(4) (i) only
Answer:2
10. Just melting ice-cubes do not change a glass of water to overflow. Melting sea – ice does not increase change volume.
What type of argument is it?
(1) Hypothetical
(2) Psychological
(3) Statistical
(4) Analogical
Answer:4
11. Given below are some characteristics of reasoning. Select the code that states a characteristic which is not of
deductive reasoning:
(1) The conclusion must be based on observation and experiment.
(2) The conclusion should be supported by the premise/premises.
(3) The conclusion must follow from the premise/premises necessarily.
(4) The argument may be valid or invalid.
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Answer:1
12. The missing term in the series 1, 4, 27, 16, ?, 36, 343, … is
(1) 30
(2) 49
(3) 125
(4) 81
Answer:3
13. Men and woman may have different reproductive strategies but neither can be considered inferior or superior to the
other, any more than a bird’s wings can be considered superior or inferior to a fish’s fins.
What type of argument it is ?
(1) Biological
(2) Physiological
(3) Analogical
(4) Hypothetical
Answer:3
14. Among the following propositions two are related in such a way that they cannot both be true but can both be false.
Select the code that states those two propositions.
Propositions:
(a) Every student is attentive.
(b) Some students are attentive.
(c) Students are never attentive.
(d) Some students are not attentive.
Codes:
(1) (a) and (b)
(2) (a) and (c)
(3) (b) and (c)
(4) (c) and (d)
Answer:3
15. Given below are two premises ((a) and (b)). From those two premises four conclusions (i), (ii), (iii) & (iv) are drawn.
Select the code that states the conclusions validly drawn from the premises (taking singly or jointly.)
Premises:
(a) Untouchability is a curse.
(b) All hot pans are untouchable.
Conclusions:
(i) All hot pans are curse.
(ii) Some untouchable things are hot pans.
(iii) All curses are untouchability.
(iv) Some curses are untouchability.
Codes:
(1) (i) and (ii)
(2) (ii) and (iii)
(3) (iii) and (iv)
(4) (ii) and (iv)
Answer:4
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16. If the statement ‘None but the brave wins the race’ is false which of the following statements can be
claimed to be true?
Select the correct code:
(1) All brave persons win the race.
(2) Some persons who win the race are not brave.
(3) Some persons who win the race are brave.
(4) No person who wins the race is brave.
Answer:2
17. Among the following propositions, two are related in such a way that one is the denial of the other. Which
are those propositions? Select the correct code:
Propositions:
(a) All women are equal to men
(b) Some women are equal to men
(c) Some women are not equal to men
(d) No women are equal to men
Codes:
(1) (a)and(b)
(2) (a)and(d)
(3) (c)and(d)
4) (a)and(c)
Answer:4
18. If the proposition ‘All thieves are poor’ is false, which of the following propositions can be claimed certainly to be true
?
Propositions:
(1) Some thieves are poor.
2) Some thieves are not poor.
(3) No thief is poor.
(4) No poor person is a thief.
Answer:2
19. Consider the following statement and select the correct code stating the nature of the argument involved in it:
To suppose that the earth is the only populated world in the in_nite space is as absurd as to assert that in an entire field
of millet only one grain will grow.
(1) Astronomical
(2) Anthropological
(3) Deductive
(4) Analogical
Answer:4
20. Select the code which is not correct about Venn diagram:
(1) Venn diagram represents propositions as well as classes.
(2) It can provide clear method of notation.
(3) It can be either valid or invalid.
(4) It can provide the direct method of testing the validity.
Answer:3
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21. Select the code which is not correct in the context of a deductive argument with two premises:
(1) An argument with one true premise, one false premise and a false conclusion may be valid.
(2) An argument with two true premises and a false conclusion may be valid.
(3) An argument with one true premise, one false premise and a true conclusion may be valid.
(4) An argument with two false premises and a false conclusion may be valid.
Answer:2
22. Given below are two premises and four conclusions are drawn from them (taking singly or together).
Select the code that states the conclusions validly drawn.
Premises:(i) All religious persons are emotional.
(ii) Ram is a religious person.
Conclusions :(a) Ram is emotional.
(b) All emotional persons are religious.
(c) Ram is not a non-religious person.
(d) Some religious persons are not emotional.
Codes:
(1) (a),(b),(c)and(d)
(2) (a)only
(3) (a) and (c) only
(4) (b) and (c) only
Answer:3
23. Consider the argument given below ;

‘Pre-employment testing of teachers is quite fair because doctors; architects and engineers who are now employed had to
face such a testing.’
What type of argument it is ?
(1) Deductive
(2) Analogical
(3) Psychological
(4) Biological
Answer:2
24. Among the following propositions two are related in such a way thai, they can both be true although they cannot both
be false. Which are those propositions? Select the correct code.
Propositions :
(a) Some priests are cunning.
(b) No priest is cunning.
(c) All priests are cunning.
(d) Some priests are not cunning.
Codes :
(1) (a) and (b)
(2) (c) and (d)
(3) (a) and (c)
(4) (a) and (d)
Answer:4
25. A Cluster of propositions with a structure that exhibits some inference is called :
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(1) An inference
(2) An argument
(3) An explanation
(4) A valid argument
Answer:2
26. Consider the following assertion (A)and reason (R) and select the correct code given below :
(A) : No man is perfect.
(R) : Some men are not perfect.
(1) Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) does not provide sufficient reason for (A).
(2) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) provides sufficient reason for (A).
(3) (A) is true but (R) is false
(4) (A) is false but (R) is true
Answer:1
27. A definition that has a meaning that is deliberately assigned to some symbol is called :
(1) Lexical
(2) Precising
(3) Stipulative
(4) Persuasive
Answer:3
28. If the proposition ‘No men are honest’ is taken to be false which of the following proposition/ propositions can be
claimed certainly to be true?
Propositions :
(1) All men are honest
(2) Some men are honest
(3) Some men are not honest
(4) No honest person is man
Answer:2
29. If we want to seek new knowledge of facts about the world, we must rely on reason of the
type:
(1) Inductive
(2) Deductive
(3) Demonstrative
(4) Physiological
Answer:1
30. A deductive argument is invalid if:

(1) Its premises and conclusions are all false
(2) Its premises are true but its conclusion is false
(3) Its premises are false but its conclusion is true
(4) Its premises and conclusions are all true
Answer:2
31. Inductive reasoning is grounded on :

(1) Integrity of nature
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(2) Unity of nature
(3) Uniformity of nature
(4) Harmony of nature
Answer:3
32. Among the following statements two are contradictory to each other. Select the correct code that represents them :
Statements :
(a) All poets are philosophers.
(b) Some poets are philosophers.
(c) Some poets are not philosophers.
(d) No philosopher is a poet.
Codes :
(1) (a)and(b)
(2) (a) and (d)
(3) (a) and (c)
(4) (b) and (c)
Answer:3
33. Which of the codes given below contains only the correct statements?
Select the code :
Statements :
(a) Venn diagram represents the arguments graphically.
(b) Venn diagram can enhance our understanding.
(c) Venn diagram may be called valid or invalid.
(d) Venn diagram is clear method of notation.
Codes :
(1) (a), (b) and (c)
(2) (a), (b) and (d)
(3) (b), (c) and (d)
(4) (a), (c) and (d)
Answer:2
34. When the purpose of a de_nition is to explain the use or to eliminate ambiguity the definition is called:
(1) Stipulative
(2) Theoretical
(3) Lexical
(4) Persuasive
Codes:
(1) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
(2) (a), (b) and (c)
(3) (a), (b) and (d)
(4) (b), (c) and (d)
Answer:3
35. “A man ought no more to value himself for being wiser than a woman if he owes his advantage to a better education
than he ought to boast of his courage for beating a man when his hands were tied.”
The above passage is an instance of
(1) Deductive argument
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(2) Hypothetical argument
(3) Analogical argument
(4) Factual argument
Answer:3
36. By which of the following proposition, the proposition wise men are hardly afraid death is contradicted?
(1) Some wise men are afraid of death.
(2) All wise men are afraid of death.
(3) No wise men is afraid of death.
(4) Some wise men are not afraid of death.
Answer:2
37. When in a group of propositions, one proposition is claimed to follow from the others, the group of
propositions is called
(A) An argument
(B) A valid argument
(C) An explanation
(D) An invalid argument
Answer:A
38. Namita and Samita are brilliant and studious. Anita and Karabi are obedient and irregular Babita and
Namita are irregular but brilliant. Samita and Kabita are regular and obedient. Who among them is/are brilliant, obedient,
regular and studious?
(A) Samita alone
(B) Namita and Samita
(C) Kabita alone
(D) Anita alone
Answer:A
39. If two propositions having the same subject and predicate terms can both be true but can not both be false, the
relation between those two propositions is called
(A) contradictory
(B) contrary
(C) sub-contrary
(D) subaltern
Answer:C
40. One writes all numbers from 50 to 99 without the digits 2 and 7. How many numbers have been written?
(A) 32
(B) 36
(C) 40
(D) 38
Answer:A
41. “If a large diamond is cut up into little bits, it will lose its value just as an army is divided up into small units of soldiers,
it loses its strength.” The argument put above may be called as
A) Analogical
(B) Deductive
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(C) Statistical
(D) Causal
Answer:A
42. Given below are some characteristics of logical argument. Select the code which expresses a characteristic which is
not of inductive in character.
(A) The conclusion is claimed to follow from its premises.
(B) The conclusion is based on causal relation.
(C) The conclusion conclusively follows from its premises.
(D) The conclusion is based on observation and experiment.
Answer:C
43. Given below are two premises and four conclusions drawn from those premises. Select the code that expresses
conclusion drawn validly from the premises (separately or jointly).
Premises:
(a) All dogs are mammals.
(b) No cats are dogs.
Conclusions:
(i) No cats are mammals.
(ii) Some cats are mammals.
(iii) No dogs are cats.
(iv) No dogs are non-mammals.
Codes:
(A) (i) only
(B) (i) and (ii)
(C) (iii) and (iv)
(D) (ii) and (iii)
Answer:C
44. If two propositions having the same subject and predicate terms are such that one is the denial of the other, the
relationship between them is called
(A) Contradictory
(B) Contrary
(C) Sub-contrary
(D) Sub-alternation
Answer:A
45. Ananya and Krishna can speak and follow English. Bulbul can write and speak Hindi as Archana does.
Archana talks with Ananya also in Bengali. Krishna can not follow Bengali. Bulbul talks with Ananya in Hindi. Who can speak
and follow English, Hindi, and Bengali?
(A) Archana
(B) Bulbul
(C) Ananya
(D) Krishna
Answer:C
46. A stipulative definition may be said to be

(A) Always true
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(B) Always false
(C) Sometimes true, sometimes false
(D) Neither true nor false
Answer:D
47. When the conclusion of an argument follows from its premise/premises conclusively, the argument is called
(A) Circular argument
(B) Inductive argument
(C) Deductive argument
(D) Analogical argument
Answer:C
48. Saturn and Mars are planets like the earth. They borrow light from the Sun and moves around the Sun as the Earth
does. So those planets are inhabited by various orders of creatures as the earth is. What type of argument is contained in
the above passage?
(A) Deductive
(B) Astrological
C) Analogical
(D) Mathematical
Answer:C
49. Given below are two premises. Four conclusions are drawn from those two premises in four codes.
Select the code that states the conclusion validly drawn.
Premises:
(i) All saints are religious, (major)
(ii) Some honest persons are saints. (minor)
Codes :
(A) All saints are honest.
(B) Some saints are honest.
(C) Some honest persons are religious.
(D) All religious persons are honest
Answer:C
50. If the statement ‘some men are honest’ is false, which among the following statements will be true
Choose the correct code given below
(i) All men are honest
(ii) No men are honest
(iii) Some men are not honest
(iv) All men are dishonest
Codes:
(A) (i), (ii) and (iii)
(B) (ii), (iii) and (iv)
(C) (i), (iii) and (iv)
(D) (ii), (i) and (iv)
Answer:B
51. Choose the proper alternative given in the codes to replace the question Bee – Honey, Cow – Milk,
Teacher–?
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(A) Intelligence
(B) Marks
(C) Lessons
(D) Wisdom
Answer:D
52. P is the father of R and S is the son of Q and T is the brother of P, If R is the sister of S, how is Q related to
T?
(A) Wife
(B) Sister-in-law
(C) Brother-in-law
(D) Daughter-in-law
Answer:B
53. A definition put forward to resolve a dispute by influencing attitudes or stirring emotions is called
(A)Lexical
(B) Persuasive
(C) Stipulative
(D)Precisions
Answer:B
54. Which of the codes given below contains only the correct statements?
Statements:
(i) Venn diagram is a clear method of notation
(ii) Venn diagram is the most direct method of testing the validity of categorical syllogisms
(iii) In Venn diagram method the premises and the conclusion of a categorical syllogism is diagrammed.
(iv) In Venn diagram method the three overlapping circles are drawn for testing a categorical syllogism
Codes:
(A) (i) (ii) & (iii)
(B) (i) (ii) &(iv)
(C) (ii) (iii)& (iv)
(D) (i) (iii) &(iv)
Answer:B
55. Inductive reasoning presupposes

(A) Unity in human nature
(B) Integrity in human nature
(C) Uniformity in human nature
(D) Harmony in human nature
Answer:C
56. By which of the following proposition, the proposition ‘some men are not honest’ is contradicted?
(A) All men are honest.
(B) Some men are honest.
(C) No men are honest.
(D) All of the above.
Answer:A
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57. A stipulative definition is
(A) always true
(B) always false
(C) sometimes true sometimes false
(D) neither true nor false
Answer:D
58. Choose the appropriate alternative given in the codes to replace the question mark.
Examiner – Examinee, Pleader – Client, Preceptor–?
(A) Customer
(B) Path-Finder
(C) Perceiver
(D) Disciple
Answer:D
59 .If the statement ‘most of the students are obedient’ is taken to be true, which one of the following pair of statements
can be claimed to be true?
I. All obedient persons are students.
II. All students are obedient.
III. Some students are obedient.
IV. Some students are not disobedient.
Codes :
(A) I&II
(B) II & III
(C) III & IV
(D) II&IV
Answer:C
60. Choose the right code :

A deductive argument claims that :
I. The conclusion does not claim something more than that which is contained in the premises.
II. The conclusion is supported by the premise/premises conclusively.
III. If the conclusion is false, then premise/premises may be either true or false.
IV If premise/combination of premises is true, then conclusion must be true.
Codes :
(A) I and II
(B) I and III
(C) II and III
(D) All the above
Answer:A
61. The basis of the following classification is :

‘First President of India’ ‘author of Godan’ ‘books in my library’, ‘blue things’ and ‘students who work hard’
(A) Common names
(B) Proper names
(C) Descriptive phrases
(D) Indefinite description
Answer:C
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62. In the expression ‘Nothing is larger than itself’ the relation ‘is larger than’ is
(A) antisymmetric
(B) asymmetrical
(C) intransitive
(D) irreflexive
Answer:D
63. Assertion (A) : There are more laws on the books today than ever before, and more crimes being committed than ever
before.
Reason (R) : Because to reduce crime we must eliminate the laws.
Choose the correct answer from below :
(A) (A) is true, (R) is doubtful and (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
(B) (A) is false, (R) is true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
(C) (A) is doubtful, (R) is doubtful and (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
(D) (A) is doubtful, (R) is true and (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
Answer:A
64. If the proposition “All men are not mortal” is true then which of the following inferences is correct?
Choose from the code given below :
1. “All men are mortal” is true.
2. “Some men are mortal” is false.
3. “No men are mortal” is doubtful.
4. “All men are mortal” is false.
Code :
(A) 1, 2 and 3
(B) 2, 3 and 4
(C) 1, 3 and 4
(D) 1 and 3
Answer:B
65. Determine the nature of the following

definition : “Abortion” means the ruthless murdering of innocent beings.
(A) Lexical
(B) Persuasive
(C) Stipulative
(D) Theoretical
Answer:B
66. Which one of the following is not an argument?

(A) Devadutt does not eat in the day so he must be eating at night.
(B) If Devadutt is growing fat and if he does not eat during the day, he will be eating at night.
(C) Devadutt eats in the night so he does not eat during the day.
(D) Since Devadutt does not eat in the day, he must be eating in the night.
Answer:B
67. Venn diagram is a kind of diagram to

(A) represent and assess the validity of elementary inferences of syllogistic form.
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(B) represent but not assess the validity of elementary inferences of syllogistic form.
(C) represent and assess the truth of elementary inferences of syllogistic form.
(D) assess but not represent the truth of elementary inferences of syllogistic form.
Answer:A
68. Reasoning by analogy leads to

(A) certainty
(B) definite conclusion
(C) predictive conjecture
(D) surety
Answer:C
69. Which of the following statements are false? Choose from the code given below :
1. Inductive arguments always proceed from the particular to the general.
2. A cogent argument must be inductively strong.
3. A valid argument may have a false premise and a false conclusion.
4. An argument may legitimately be spoken of as ‘true’ or ‘false’.
Code :
(A) 2, 3 and 4
(B) 1 and 3
(C) 2 and 4
(D) 1 and 2
Answer:C
70. Six persons A, B, C, D, E, and F are standing in a circle. B is between F and C, A is between E and D, F is to the left of
D. Who is between A and F?
(A) B
(B) C
(C) D
(D) E
Answer:C
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Data Interpretation
Important Data Interpretation Questions with Answers
Four students W, X, Y, Z appeared in four papers, I, II, III and IV in a test.
Their scores out of 100 are given below:

Students Papers
I II III IV
W 60 81 45 55
X 59 43 51 A
Y 74 A 71 65
Z 72 76 A 68
Where 'A' stands for absent
Read the above table and answer below mentioned questions 1 to 5.
1. Which candidate has secured between 60-65% marks in aggregate:
(A) W.
(B) X.
(C) Y.
(D) Z.
Answer: (A)
2. Who has obtained the lowest average in aggregate:
(A) W.
(B) X.
(C) Y.
(D) Z.
Answer: (B)
3. Who has obtained the highest average:
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(A) W.
(B) X.
(C) Y.
(D) Z.
Answer: (A)
4. In which paper the lowest marks were obtained by the candidates:
(A) I.
(B) II.
(C) III.
(D) IV.
Answer: (B)
5. Which candidate has secured the highest percentage in the papers appeared:
(A) W.
(B) X.
(C) Y.
(D) Z.
Answer: (D)
Consider the following two tables (I and II) that indicate the percentage of employees
working in various departments of an organization along with the ratio of men to women in the same
departments. The total number of employees in the organization is 4600. Based on these tables I
and II, answer the questions that follow (Questions no. 6 – 10):
I: Percentage of Employees Department wise

Name of the Department Percentage of Employees (%)
IT 26
Marketing 22
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Purchase 18
HR 11
Accounts 8
Production 15
II: Gender Ratio of Employees

Name of the Department Ratio
Men Women
IT 1 3
Marketing 1 1
Purchase 5 1
HR 1 1
Accounts 3 1
Production 3 2
6. What is the total number of women in the Accounts department?
(1) 86
(2) 102
(3) 80
(4) 92
Answer: (4)
7. What is the total number of employees working in the IT and HR departments together ?
(1) 1628
(2) 1646
(3) 1766
(4) 1702
Answer: (4)
8. What is the ratio of the total number of men to total number of women working in all the
departments put together?
(1) 63 : 41
(2) 41 : 27
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(3) 53 : 47
(4) 27 : 19
Answer: (3)
9. The number of women in the Purchase department forms what percentage of the total number of
employees in the organization?
(1) 3%
(2) 6%
(3) 1%
(4) 12%
Answer: (1)
10. What is the ratio of the number of men in the Production department to the number of men in
the Marketing department ?
(1) 7 : 3
(2) 9 : 11
(3) 13 : 7
(4) 11 : 9
Answer: (2)
The table below embodies data on the sales revenue (Rs. in lakh) generated by a publishing house
during the years 2012-15 while selling books, magazines and journals as three categories of items.
Answer questions 11 — 13 based on the data contained in the table.
Sales Revenue (Z in lakh)
2012 2013 2014 2015
Journals 46 47 45 44
Magazines 31 39 46 51
Books 73 77 78 78
Total
11. The number of years in which there was an increase in revenue from at least two categories of
items, is
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(1) 0
(2) 1
(3) 2
(4) 3
Answer: (3)
12. If the year 2016 were to show the same growth in terms of total sales revenue as the year
2015 over the year 2014, then the revenue in the year 2016 must be approximately:
(1) Rs. 194 lakh
(2) Rs. 187 lakh
(3) Rs. 172 lakh
(4) Rs. 177 lakh
Answer: (4)
13. In 2015, approximately what percent of total revenue came from books?
(1) 45%
(2) 55%
(3) 35%
(4) 25%
Answer: (1)
A University professor maintains data on MCA students tabulated by performance and gender of
the students. The data is kept on a computer hard disk, but accidently sonic of it is lost because of
a computer virus. Only the following could be recovered:
Number of MCA Students

Average Good Excellent Total
158
Male 10
Female 32
Total 30
Panic buttons were pressed but to no avail. An expert committee was formed, which decided that
the following facts were self evident:
(a) Half the students were either excellent or good.
(b) 40% of the students were females.
(c) One-third of the male students were average.
Answer questions 22 — 24 based on the data given above:
14. What proportion of female students are good?
(1) 0
(2) 0.25
(3) 0.50
(4) 0.75
Answer: (2)
15. Approximately, what proportion of good students are male?
(1) 0
(2) 0.73
(3) 0.43
(4) 0.27
Answer: (2)
16. How many female students are excellent?
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(1) 0
(2) 8
(3) 16
(4) 32
Answer: (1)
Answer the question 17 to 21 based on the data given in the table below.
Table: Number of registered vehicles in India and India’s population.

Year Total Two Cars, Buses Goods Other Population
vehicles wheelers Jeeps, (Lakhs) vehicles (Lakhs) (India)
(Lakhs) (Lakh) Taxis (Lakhs) (Millions)
(Lakh)
1961 6.65 0.88 3.1 0.57 1.68 0.42 439.23
1971 18.65 5.76 6.82 0.94 3.43 1.70 548.15
1981 53.91 26.18 11.60 1.62 5.54 8.97 683.32
1991 213.74 142.00 29.54 3.31 13.56 25.33 846.42
2001 549.91 385.56 70.58 6.34 29.48 57.95 1028.73
2011 1417.58 1018.65 191.23 16.04 70.64 121.02 1210.19
17. What was the per capita ownership of two wheelers in India in the year 2011?
(1) ~0.0084%
(2) ~0.84%
(3) ~0.068%
(4) ~0.084%
Answer: (Wrong Question)
18. What was the average decadal growth in the number of cars during 1961 – 2011?
(1) ~68%
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(2) ~217%
(3) ~157%
(4) ~131%
Answer: (4)
19. In the year 2001, out of total number of vehicles, the number of passenger vehicles (4
wheelers) accounted for:
(1) ~24%
(2) ~31%
(3) ~43%
(4) ~14%
Answer: (4)
20. The maximum decadal growth in population of India is registered in the period:
(1) 1991 – 2001
(2) 2001 – 2011
(3) 1981 – 1991
(4) 1961 – 1971
Answer: (4)
21. In which year the decadal growth (%) in number of car surpassed that of the two wheelers?
(1) 2001
(2) 1981
(3) 2011
(4) 1991
Answer: (3)
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The table below embodies data on the production, exports and per capita consumption of rice in
country P for the five years from 2012 to 2016. Answer questions 22 - 26 based on the data
contained in the table.
Year-wise Production, Exports and Per Capita Consumption of Rice

Year Production Exports Per Capita Consumption
(in million kg) (in million kg) (in kg)

2012 186.5 114 36.25
2013 202.0 114 35.20
2014 238.0 130 38.70
2015 221.0 116 40.50
2016 215.0 088 42.00
Where, Per Capita Consumption = (Consumption in million kg) / (Population in million) and consumption
(in million kg) = Production – Exports.
22. The Percentage increase in the consumption of rice over the previous year was the highest in
which year?
(1) 2013
(2) 2014
(3) 2015
(4) 2016
Answer: (2)
23. What is the population of the country in the year 2014 (in million)?
(1) 2.64
(2) 2.72
(3) 2.79
(4) 2.85
Answer: (3)
24. The ratio of exports to consumption in the given period was the highest in the year:
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(1) 2012
(2) 2013
(3) 2014
(4) 2015
Answer: (1)
25. In which year, the population of country was the highest?
(1) 2013
(2) 2014
(3) 2015
(4) 2016
Answer: (4)
26. What is the average consumption of rice (in million kg) over the years 2012 - 2016?
(1) 104
(2) 102.1
(3) 108
(4) 100.1
Answer: (4)
Based on the below table, answer question No. 27, 28, and 29.
State % of Villages not Electrified

A 25%
B 45%
C 20%
D 60%
E 55%
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F 30%
27. How many States have at least 50% or more electrified villages?
1. 3
2. 2
3. 4
4. 1
Answer: (3)
28. Which State has twice the percentage of electrified villages in comparison to State D?
1. State A
2. State C
3. State B
4. State D
Answer: (2)
29. In the year 2000, the total number of villages in State D was 15,000. In the year 2010, the
total number of villages had increased to 20,000 out of which 10,000 villages were yet to be
electrified. The % of villages not electrified in 2010 in state D has thus .
1. Not enough data
2. Gone up
3. Come down
4. Cannot be computed
Answer: (3)
Based on the Table given below, answer question no. 30 and 31
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State Name % of Population Below Education Index
A 20%
B 25%
C 23%
D 17%
E 16%
F 21%
G 15%
30. If the population for state F is 2.6 lakhs, what is the population below education index?
1. 51000 lakhs
2. 3900 lakhs
3. 0.39 lakhs
4. 49000 lakhs
Answer: (3)
31. If the total population of state was 5 lakhs while the population in state B was 2 lakhs, the
number of people below education index will be:
1. Cannot be calculated
2. Higher in State A
3. Equal in State A and B
4. Higher in State B
Answer: (2)
Year Population (million) Electrical Power Production

(GW)*
1951 20 10
1961 21 20
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1971 24 25
1981 27 40
1991 30 50
2001 32 80
2011 35 100
* 1 GW =1000 million watt
Based on the above table, answer the questions from Sl. No. 32 to 37.
32. Which decade registered the maximum growth rate (%) of population?
(1) 1961-71
(2) 1971-81
(3) 1991-2001
(4) 2001-2011
Answer: 1
33. Average decadal growth rate (%) of population is:

(1) ~ 12.21%
(2) ~ 9.82%
(3) ~ 6.73%
(4) ~ 5%
Answer: 2
34. Based on the average decadal growth rate, what will be the population in the year 2021?
(1) 40.34 million
(2) 38.49 million
(3) 37.28 million
(4) 36.62 million
Answer: 2
35. In the year 1951, what was the power availability per person?
(1) 100 W
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(2) 200 W
(3) 400 W
(4) 500 W
Answer: 4
36. In which decade, the average power availability per person was maximum?
(1) 1981-1991
(2) 1991-2001
(3) 2001-2011
(4) 1971-1981
Answer: 3
37. By what percentage (%) the power production increased from 1951 to 2011?
(1) 100%
(2) 300%
(3) 600%
(4) 900%
Answer: 4
The following table shows the percentage profit (%) earned by two companies A and B during
the years 2011-15. Answer questions 38-40 based on the data contained in the table:
Profit earned by two companies

Year Percentage Profit (%)
A B
2011 20 30
2012 35 40
2013 45 35
2014 40 50
2015 25 35
Where, percent (%) Profit = Income – Expenditure/ Expenditure X 100
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38. If the total expenditure of the two companies was Rs. 9 lakh in the year 2012 and the
expenditure of A and B were in the ratio 2: 1, then what was the income of the company A in
that year?
(1) Rs. 9.2 lakh
(2) Rs. 8.1 lakh
(3) Rs. 7.2 lakh
(4) Rs. 6.0 lakh
Answer: 2
39. What is the average percentage profit earned by the company B?

(1) 35%
(2) 42%
(3) 38%
(4) 40%
Answer: 3
40. In which year, the percentage profit earned by the company B is less than that of
company A?
(1) 2012
(2) 2013
(3) 2014
(4) 2015
Answer: 2
The following table shows the number of people in different age groups who responded to a
survey about their favourite style of music. Use this information to answer the questions that
follow: (Question 41-43) to the nearest whole percentage:
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41. Approximately what percentage of the total sample were aged 21-30?
(1) 31%
(2) 23%
(3) 25%
(4) 14%
Answer: 3
42. Approximately what percentage of the total sample indicates that Hip-Hop is their
favourite style of music?
(1) 6%
(2) 8%
(3) 14%
(4) 12%
Answer: 4
43. What percentage of respondents aged 31+ indicated a favourite style other than classical
music?
(1) 64%
(2) 60%
(3) 75%
(4) 50%
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Answer: 3
The table below embodies data on the sales revenue (` in lakh) generated by a publishing
house during the years 2012-15 while selling books, magazines and journals as three
categories of items. Answer questions 44 – 46 based on the data contained in the table.
44. In 2015, approximately what percent of total revenue came from books?
(1) 45%
(2) 55%
(3) 35%
(4) 25%
Answer: 1
45. The number of years in which there was an increase in revenue from at least two
categories of items, is
(1) 0
(2) 1
(3) 2
(4) 3
Answer: 3
46. If the year 2016 were to show the same growth in terms of total sales revenue as the
year 2015 over the year 2014, then the revenue in the year 2016 must be approximately:
(1) Rs. 194 lakh
(2) Rs. 187 lakh
(3) Rs. 172 lakh
(4) Rs. 177 lakh
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Answer: 4
A University professor maintains data on MCA students tabulated by performance and gender
of the students. The data is kept on a computer hard disk, but accidently some of it is lost
because of a computer virus. Only the following could be recovered:
Panic buttons were pressed but to no avail. An expert committee was formed, which decided
that the following facts were self evident:
(a) Half the students were either excellent or good.
(b) 40% of the students were females.
(c) One-third of the male students were average.
Answer questions 47 – 49 based on the data given above:
47. How many female students are excellent?

(1) 0
(2) 8
(3) 16
(4) 32
Answer: 1
48. What proportion of female students are good?

(1) 0
(2) 0.25
(3) 0.50
(4) 0.75
Answer: 2
49. Approximately, what proportion of good students are male?
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(1) 0
(2) 0.73
(3) 0.43
(4) 0.27
Answer: 2
Answer the questions 50 to 54 based on the data given in the table below.
Table: Number of registered vehicles in India and India’s population.
Year Total Two Cars, Jeeps, Buses Goods Others Population
vehicles wheelers Taxis (Lakhs) (Lakhs) vehicles (Lakhs) (India)
(Lakhs) (Lakhs) (Lakhs) (Millions)
1961 6.65 0.88 3.1 0.57 1.68 0.42 439.23
1971 18.65 5.76 6.82 0.94 3.43 1.70 548.15
1981 53.19 26.18 11.60 1.62 5.54 8.97 683.32
1991 213.74 142.00 29.54 3.31 13.56 25.33 846.42
2001 549.91 385.56 70.58 6.34 29.48 57.95 1028.73
2011 1417.58 1018.65 191.23 16.04 70.64 121.02 1210.19
50. The maximum decadal growth in population of India is registered in the period:
(1) 1961 - 1971
(2) 1991 - 2001
(3) 2001 - 2011
(4) 1981 – 1991
Answer: 1
51. In which year the decadal growth (%) in number of cars surpassed that of the two
wheelers?
(1) 1991
(2) 2001
(3) 1981
(4) 2011
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Answer: 4
52. What was the average decadal growth in the number of cars during 1961 - 2011?
(1) ~ 131%
(2) ~ 68%
(3) ~ 217%
(4) ~ 157%
Answer: 1
53. In the year 2001, out of total number of vehicles, the number of passenger vehicles (4
wheelers) accounted for:
(1) ~ 14%
(2) ~ 24%
(3) ~ 31%
(4) ~ 43%
Answer: 1
54. What was the per capita ownership of two wheelers in India in the year 2011?
(1) ~ 0.084%
(2) ~ 0.0084%
(3) ~ 0.84%
(4) ~ 0.068%
Answer: 2
The table below embodies data on the production, exports and per capita consumption of rice
in country P for the five years from 2012 to 2016. Answer questions 55 - 59 based on the
data contained in the table.
Year-wise Production, Exports and Per Capita Consumption of Rice
Year Production (in million kg) Exports (in million kg) Per Capita Consumption (in kg)
2012 186.5 114 36.25
2013 202 114 35.2
2014 238 130 38.7
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2015 221 116 40.7
2016 215 88 42
Where, Per Capita Consumption = (Consumption in million kg) ÷ (Population in million) and consumption
(in million kg) = Production - Exports.
55. The percentage increase in the consumption of rice over the previous year was the highest
in which year?
(1) 2013
(2) 2014
(3) 2015
(4) 2016
Answer: 2
56. What is the population of the country in the year 2014 (in million)?
(1) 2.64
(2) 2.72
(3) 2.79
(4) 2.85
Answer: 3
57. The ratio of exports to consumption in the given period was the highest in the year:
(1) 2012
(2) 2013
(3) 2014
(4) 2015
Answer: 1
58. In which year, the population of country was the highest?

(1) 2013
(2) 2014
(3) 2015
(4) 2016
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Answer: 4
59. What is the average consumption of rice (in million kg) over the years 2012-2016?
(1) 104
(2) 102.1
(3) 108
(4) 100.1
Answer: 4
Consider the following two tables (I and II) that show the percentage of students in each
faculty at University and the number of foreign students in the Science faculty. These percentages
have been rounded to the nearest whole number. There are a total of 1049 students in the science
faculty. Study these tables I and II and answer the questions that follow (Questions 29 – 31):
I: Students Faculty wise

Name of Faculty % of Students
Computing 22
Business 14
Science 23
Engineering 9
Arts 21
Medicine 5
Law 6
II : Foreign Students in Science Faculty

Foreign Students Number of Science Students
American 79
Australian 4
African 2
Chinese 6
European 21
29. Approximately, what percentage of students in the Science faculty is that of foreign students?
(A) 14%
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(B) 9%
(C) 30%
(D) 11%
Answer: (D)
30. Approximately, how many students belong to the Engineering faculty?
(A) 420
(B) 410
(C) 390
(D) 400
Answer: (B)
31. In case, there are 34 European medical students, then approximately, what is their percentage
in the medicine faculty?
(A) 13%
(B) 18%
(C) 12%
(D) 15%
Answer: (D)
A college has a total of 800 MCA students, 80% of whom are in class MCA-III and
remaining are equally divided between class MCA-I and class MCA-II. The proportion of female
students and the proportion of vegetarian students in the college are indicated as under through
the table.
Answer questions 32 to 34 based on this information.
Proportion of females and proportion of vegetarians in each class
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Class Female (F) Vegetarian (V)
MCA-I 0.40
MCA-II 0.45 0.50
MCA-III 0.55
Total 0.525 0.53
For example, in the table above, 0.525 is the total proportion of female students and 0.53 is
the total proportion of vegetarian students in the college.
32. What is the percentage of female students in class MCA-III?
(A) 40
(B) 45
(C) 50
(D) 55
Answer: (D)
33. What is the percentage of vegetarian students in class MCA-I?
(A) 40
(B) 45
(C) 50
(D) 55
Answer: (A)
34. How many total non-vegetarian students are there in class MCA-I and class MCA-II?
(A) 72
(B) 88
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(C) 78
(D) 92
Answer: (B)
The following table shows the percentage profit (%) earned by two companies A and B during the
years 2011 - 15. Answer questions 1 - 3 based on the data contained in the table:
Profit earned by the companies
Year Percentage Profit (%)

A B
2011 20 30
2012 35 40
2013 45 35
2014 40 50
2015 25 35
Where, percent (%) Profit = [(Income−Expenditure) / Expenditure] X100
51. If the total expenditure of the two companies was Rs. 9 lakh in the year 2012 and the
expenditure of A and B were in the ratio 2:1, then what was the income of the company A in that
year?
(A) Rs. 9.2 lakh
(B) Rs. 8.1 lakh
(C) Rs. 7.2 lakh
(D) Rs. 6.0 lakh
Answer: (B)
52. What is the average percentage profit earned by the company B?
(A) 35%
(B) 42%
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(C) 38%
(D) 40%
Answer: (C)
53. In which year, the percentage profit earned by the company B is less than that of company A?
(A) 2012
(B) 2013
(C) 2014
(D) 2015
Answer: (B)
The table shows the number of people in different age groups who responded to a survey about
their favourite style of music. Use this information to answer the questions that follow:
Ages ⇒ (years) 15 - 20 (years) 21 - 30 (years) 31+ (years)
Style of Music ⇓
Classical 6 4 17
Pop 7 5 5
Rock 6 12 14
Jazz 1 4 11
Blues 2 3 15
Hip-Hop 9 3 4
Ambient 2 2 2
54. Approximately what percentage of the total sample were aged 21 - 30?
(A) 31%
(B) 23%
(C) 25%
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(D) 14%
Answer: (C)
55. Approximately what percentage of the total sample indicates that Hip-Hop is their favourite
style of music?
(A) 6%
(B) 8%
(C) 14%
(D) 12%
Answer: (D)
56. What percentage of respondents aged 31 + indicated a favorite style other than classical music?
(A) 64%
(B) 60%
(C) 75%
(D) 50%
Answer: (C)
Given below in the table is the decadal data of Population and Electrical Power Production of a
country.
Year Population Electrical Power

(million) Production (GW)*
1951 20 10
1961 21 20
1971 24 25
1981 27 40
1991 30 50
2001 32 80
2011 35 100
* 1 GW1000 million
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watt
Based on the above table, answer the questions from Sl. No. 57 to 62.
57. Which decade registered the maximum growth rate (%) of population? (A)
1961-71
(B) 1971-81
(B) 1991-2001
(D) 2001-2011
Answer: (A)
58. Average decadal growth rate (%) of population is:
(A) ~12.21%
(B) ~9.82%
(C) ~6.73%
(D) ~5%
Answer: (B)
59. Based on the average decadal growth rate, what will be the population in the year 2021?
(A) 40.34 million
(B) 38.49 million
(C) 37.28 million
(D) 36.62 million
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Answer: (B)
60. In the year 1951, what was the power availability per person?
(A) 100 W
(B) 200 W
(C) 400 W
(D) 500 W
Answer: (D)
61. In which decade, the average power availability per person was maximum?
(A) 1981-1991
(B) 1991-2001
(C) 2001-2011
(D) 1971-1981
Answer: (C)
62. By what percentage (%) the power production increased from 1951 o 2011?
(A) 100%
(B) 300%
(C) 600%
(D) 900%
Answer: (D)
Question numbers 63 to 66 are based on the tabulated data given below:
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A company has 20 employees with their age (in years) and salary (in thousand rupees per month)
mentioned against each of them:
S.No. Age (in years) Salary (in thousand rupees per month)
1. 44 35
2. 32 20
3. 54 45
4. 42 35
5. 31 20
6. 53 60
7. 42 50
8. 51 55
9. 34 25
10. 41 30
11. 33 30
12. 31 35
13. 30 35
14. 37 40
15. 44 45
16. 36 35
17. 34 35
18. 49 50
19. 43 45
20. 45 50
63. What is the average salary (in thousand per month) in the age group 40-50 years? (A)
36.5
(B) 35
(C) 42.5
(D) 40.5
Answer: (C)
64. What is the fraction of employees getting salary less than the average salary of all the
employees?
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(A) 47%
(B) 45%
(C) 50%
(D) 55%
Answer: (D)
65. What is the frequency (%) in the class interval of 30-35 years?
(A) 35%
(B) 20%
(C) 25%
(D) 30%
Answer: (A)
66. What is the fraction (%) of employees getting salary > 40,000 per month?
(A) 32%
(B) 45%
(C) 50%
(D) 35%
Answer: (B)
67. What is the average age of the employees?
(A) 45.3 years
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(B) 40.3 years
(C) 38.6 years
(D) 47.2 years
Answer: (B)
68. Classify the data of age of each employee in class interval of 5 years. Which class interval of 5
years has the maximum average salary?
(A) 50-55 years
(B) 35-40 years
(C) 40-45 years
(D) 45-50 years
Answer: (A)
PROBLEM
The following table represents Maximum marks of five subjects and marks obtained by five
students in five subjects.
Physics Chemistry Biology English

Mathematics
Students (Out of (Out of (Out of (Out of
(Out of 100)
75) 75) 75) 120)
Ragini 56 65 45 38 95
Rohan 60 52 62 55 88
Sohan 50 78 70 58 88
Mohini 55 82 65 66 110
Mohan 42 96 64 72 104
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Marks obtained by Ragini in Chemistry and Biology together is what percent of the marks
obtained by Mohini in Physics and Mathematics together?
A 66.23%
B 60.58%
C 58.34%
D 54.32%
» Explain it
Correct Option: B
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Marks obtained by Ragini in Chemistry and Biology together = 45 + 38 = 83
Marks obtained by Mohini in Physics and Mathematics together = 55 + 82 = 137

83
Reqd. % = = 60.58%
137
70
Find the respective ratio of the marks obtained by all the students in Mathematics and marks
obtained by all the students in Chemistry.
A 293 : 351
B 373 : 306
C 351 : 293
D 306 : 373
» Explain it
Correct Option: B
Marks obtained by all the students in Mathematics = 65 + 52 + 78 + 82 + 96 = 373
Marks obtained by all the students in Chemistry = 45 + 62 + 70 + 65 + 64 = 306
Required ratio = 373 : 306
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Find the overall percentage of Sohan in all the subjects.
A 62.7%
B 58.4%
C 77.3%
D 79.1%
» Explain it
Correct Option: C
Total marks in all the subjects = 75 + 100 + 75 + 75 + 120 = 445
Marks obtained by Sohan in all the subjects = 50 + 78 + 70 + 58 + 88 = 344
344
Reqd. % = = 77.3%
445
Hence, option C is correct.
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Find the difference between percentage of marks obtained by Mohan in English and that of
Rohan in Physics.
A 6.67%
B 4.59%
C 5.53%
D 3.12%
» Explain it
Correct Option: A
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Percentage of marks obtained by Mohan in English
104
= × 100 = 86.67%
120
Percentage of marks obtained by Rohan in Physics
60
= × 100 = 80%
75
Required difference = 86.67 – 80 = 6.67%
Hence, option A is correct.
73
Find the sum of marks obtained by Rohan in all the subjects.
A 515
B 427
C 611
D 317
» Explain it
Correct Option: D
Sum of marks obtained by Rohan in all the subjects = 60 + 52 + 62 + 55 + 88 = 317
Hence, option D is correct.
PROBLEM-2
Four students W, X, Y, Z appeared in four papers, I, II, III and IV in a test.
Their scores out of 100 are given below:

Students Papers
I II III IV
W 60 81 45 55
X 59 43 51 A
Y 74 A 71 65
Z 72 76 A 68
Where 'A' stands for absent
Read the above table and answer below mentioned questions 74 to 78.
74. Which candidate has secured between 60-65% marks in aggregate:
(A) W.
(B) X.
(C) Y.
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(D) Z.
Answer: (A)
75. Who has obtained the lowest average in aggregate:
(A) W.
(B) X.
(C) Y.
(D) Z.
Answer: (B)
76. Who has obtained the highest average:
(A) W.
(B) X.
(C) Y.
(D) Z.
Answer: (A)
77. In which paper the lowest marks were obtained by the candidates:
(A) I.
(B) II.
(C) III.
(D) IV.
Answer: (B)
78. Which candidate has secured the highest percentage in the papers appeared:
(A) W.
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(B) X.
(C) Y.
(D) Z.
Answer: (D)
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Common Computer Abbreviations

• AGP – Accelerated Graphic Port
• PC – Personal Computer
• EPROM – Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory
• BIOS – Basic Input and Output System
• HDD – Hard Disk Drive
• PCI – Peripheral Component Interconnect
• UNIVAC – Universal Automatic Computer
• GUI – Graphic User Interface
• USB – Universal Serial Bus
• VGA – Visual Graphic Adaptor
• MAN – Metropolitan Area Network
• ASCII – American Standard Code for Information Interchange
• WAN – Wide Area Network
• EBCDIC – Extended Binary Coded Decimal Interchange Code
• LAN – Local Area Network
• EEPROM/EAPROM – Electrical Erasable/Alterable Programmable Read Only Memory
• CPU – Central Processing Unit
• OS – Operating System
• ALU – Arithmetic and Logic Unit
• DVD – Digital Versatile Disc
• CD – Compact Disk
• ROM – Read Only Memory
• VDU – Visual Display Unit
• RAM – Random Access Memory
• ICT – Information Communication Technology
• PROM – Programmable Read Only Memory
• URL – Uniform Resource Locator
• IDE – Integrated Drive Electronics
• FORTRAN – Formular Translator
• MOS – Metaoxide Semi Conductor
• ATX – Advanced Technology Extended
• SIM – Subscriber Identification Module
• MHZ – Megahertz
• ISP – Internet Service Provider
• GHZ – Gigahertz
• DBMS – Database Management System
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• SQL – Structured Query Language
• RW – Re-Writeable
• SDT – Serial Data Transmission
• CAN – Campus Area Network
• SIMMs – Single In-line Memory Module
• PAN – Personal Area Network
• DIMMs – Dual In-line Memory Module
• CMOS – Complimentary Metaoxide Semi Conductor
• ENIAC – Electronic Number Integrator and Calculator
• CMD – Command
• EDSAC – Electronic Dialog Storage Automatic Computer
• MAC – Media Access Control
• IC – Integrated Circuit
• LSIC – Large Scale Integrated Circuit
• DIR – Directory
• GIGO – Gabbage in Gabbage Out
• PHP – PHP Hypertext Preprocessor
• DOC – Document
• PDT – Parallel Data Transmission
• PDA – Personal Digital Assistant
• USSD – Unstructured Supplementary Service Data
• WWW – World Wide Web
• COBOL – Common Basic Oriented Language
• CCNP – Cisco Certified Network Professionals
• BASIC – Beginner All Purpose Symbolic Instruction Code
• CEH – Certified Ethical Hacking
• TCP – Transmission Control Protocol
• CSS – Cascading Style Sheet
• CISCO – Computer Information System Company
• XXS – Cross Site Scripting
• XML – Extensible Mark-up Language
• HTML – Hypertext Markup Language
• CCNA – Cisco Certified Network Associate
• RFI – Remote File Inclusion
• HTTP –Hypertext Transfer Protocol
• DDOS –Distribution Denial of Service
• VPN –Virtual Private Network
• SEO –Search Engine Optimization
• IP - Internet Protocol
Operating Systems and Data Storage Based
 BIOS – This is the Basic Input Output System which controls the computer, telling it what
operations to perform. These instructions are on a chip that connects to the motherboard.
 BYTE – A byte is a storage unit for data.
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 CPU – This stands for the Central Processing Unit of the computer. This is like the
computer’s brain.
 MAC – This is an abbreviation for Macintosh, which is a type of personal computer made by
the Apple Computer company.
 OS – This is the Operating System of the computer. It is the main program that runs on a
computer and begins automatically when the computer is turned on.
 PC – This is the abbreviation for personal computer. It refers to computers that are IBM
compatible.
 PDF – This represents the Portable Document Format which displays _les in a format that is
ready for the web.
 RAM – This stands for Random Access Memory which is the space inside the computer that
can be accessed at one time. If you increase the amount of RAM, then you will increase the
computer’s speed. This is because more of a particular program is able to be loaded at one
time.
 ROM – This is Read Only Memory which is the instruction for the computer and cannot be
altered.
 VGA – The Video Graphics Array is a system for displaying graphics. It was developed by
IBM.
 WYSIWYG – This initialism stands for What You See Is What You Get. It is pronounced
“wizziwig” and basically means that the printer will print what you see on your monitor.
 FTP – This is a service called File Transport Protocol which moves a _le between computers
using the Internet.
 HTML – Hyper Text Markup Language formats information so it can be transported on the
Internet.
 HTTP – Hypertext Transfer Protocol is a set of instructions for the software that controls
the movement of files on the Internet.
 IP – This stands for Internet Protocol which is the set of rules that govern the systems
connected to the Internet. IP Address is a digital code specific to each computer that is
hooked up to the Internet.
 ISP – The Internet Service Provider is the company which provides Internet service so you
can connect your computer to the Internet.
 LAN – This stands for Local Area Network which is the servers that your computer
connects to in your geographic area.
 PPP – Point-to-Point Protocol is the set of rules that allow your computer to use the
Internet protocols using a phone line and modem.
 URL – This is the Uniform Resource Locator which is a path to a certain le on the World
Wide Web.
 USB – The Universal Serial Bus is used for communications between certain devices. It can
connect keyboards, cameras, printers, mice, ash drives, and other devices. Its use has
expanded from personal computers to PDAs, smart phones, and video games, and is used as a
power cord to connect devices to a wall outlet to charge them.
 VR – Virtual Reality simulates a three-dimensional scene on the computer and has the
capability of interaction. This is widely used in gaming.
 VRML – Virtual Reality Markup Language allows the display of 3D images.
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Basic of Internet
 The Internet is a worldwide telecommunications system that provides connectivity for

millions of other, smaller networks; therefore, the Internet is often referred to as a
network of networks.
 It allows computer users to communicate with each other across distance and computer
platforms (Including other ICT Based Devices such as Mobile & Other electronic devices)
 The Internet began in 1969 as the U.S. Department of Defense’s Advanced Research
Project Agency (ARPA) for war communication
 The World Wide Web—usually called the Web for short—is a collection of different
websites you can access through the Internet.
 Internet Service Provider- an ISP offers a variety of services for a variety of prices: web
page access, email, web page hosting and so on. Most ISPs offer various internet connection
speeds for a monthly fee
 A browser is a program that allows you to interact and view the internet and contents of
the Web.
 The Web Browser, Internet Explorer, or IE is developed by Microsoft and comes pre-
installed when you buy a Windows computer.
 A browser is a free software package or mobile app that lets you view web pages, graphics,
and most online content. The most popular web browsers include Chrome, Firefox, Internet
Explorer, and Safari, but there are many others.
 Top-level domain names include:

.com - Commercial
.edu - Educational
.gov - US Government
.int - Organization
.mil - US Military
.net - Networking Providers
.org - Non-profit Organization
 Domain name country codes include, but are not limited to:
.au - Australia
.de - Germany
.fr - France
.in - India
.uk - United Kingdom
.us - United States
 SSL- The acronym SSL stands for Secure Sockets Layer. SSL is a secure encryption Web
protocol used to make data safe when transmitted over the Internet.
 Web Hosting- A web host is a business/company that offers space, storage, and
connectivity in order to enable a website to be viewed by Internet users.
 Web Server- the Term Web server refers to a specialized computer system or dedicated
server specifically designed to host or deliver Web sites.
 Hypertext Markup Language is the programming language of WebPages. HTML commands
your web browser to display text and graphics in a specific fashion. Beginning internet users
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don’t need to know HTML coding to enjoy the WebPages the programming language delivers
to browsers.
 XML is extensible Markup Language, a cousin to HTML. XML focuses on cataloging and
databasing the text content of a web page.
 XHTML is a combination of HTML and XML.
 HTTP- The client/server protocol used to exchange hypertext documents is called HTTP
(Hyper Text Transport Protocol). The main thing you need to know is that HTTP is a
language spoken between your web browser (client software) and a web server (server
software) so that they can communicate with each other and exchange files
Basic of e-Mail
 Electronic mail is a method of exchanging messages between people using electronic devices.
 Invented by Ray Tomlinson, email first entered limited use in the 1960s and by the mid-
1970s had taken the form now recognized as email.
 Email, short for Electronic Mail, consists of messages which are sent and received using the
Internet. There are many different email services available that allow you to create an
email account and send and receive email and attachments, many of which are free.
 Today, the top three webmail providers are Yahoo!, Microsoft’s Outlook.com (previously
Hotmail), and Google’s Gmail.
 Many people also have an email address hosted by their company, school, or organization.
These email addresses are usually for professional purposes.
 The first five lines of an E-mail message is called E-mail header. The header part comprises
of following fields:
 From
 Date
 To
 Subject
 CC
 BCC
Email Protocols: IMAP, POP3, SMTP and HTTP
E-mail Protocols are set of rules that help the client to properly transmit the information to or
from the mail server.
 POP3 (Post Office Protocol 3) - This is a simple, standardized protocol that allows users to
access their mailboxes on the Internet and download messages to their computers. The
simple design of POP3 allows casual email users who have a temporary Internet connection
(dial-up access) to access emails. They can read their emails, draft new emails or reply to
emails while they are offline, and can send these emails when they are back online.
 IMAP (Internet Message Access Protocol) – This is a standard protocol used for email
transfer by users. Like POP3, it also supports both online and offline modes of email access.
The email message is downloaded to the user’s machine only when a specific request is made
to read it. Users can download mails to their computers while keeping a copy on the server.
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The mails on the server are the primary copy and anything changed on the local machine is
updated by what is on the serve
 SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) – As the name suggests, SMTP is a simple, text-
based protocol that works best when devices are interconnected to each other. However,
SMTP protocol can only be used to send emails. Unlike POP3 and IMAP protocols, SMTP
does not provide the functionality to the users to retrieve emails from the server. This
limits the use of SMTP to some extent. One of the main issues with SMTP is the lack of
sender email authentication. SMTP lacks security features too and thus users get spam
emails.
Basic of Audio and Video-conferencing
 When a number of participants of a meeting use telephonic instruments to communicate

with each other then it is known as audio conferencing
 When two or more people use digital platforms communicate and collaborate with each other
to achieve a common goal effectively then it is known as a video conferencing mode of
communication or a tool of face-to-face conferencing.
 There are many online tools, incorporating a range of options from free one-to-one audio
conferencing all the way to more sophisticated and expensive tools such as Polycom which
allow multiple sites with entire classes participating using video and audio.
 Most Popular Video Conferencing Software
 Skype
 Zoom
 Cisco WebEx.
 GoToMeeting
 Zoho Cliq.
 Workplace by Facebook.
Digital Initiative in Higher Education
National Digital Library (NDL)

Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD) under its National Mission on Education through
Information and Communication Technology (NMEICT) has initiated the National Digital Library of
India (NDL India) pilot project to develop a framework of virtual repository of learning resources
with a single window search facility. The Project titled “Development of National Digital Library of
India, Towards Building a National Asset” has been sanctioned to IIT, Kharagpur under NMEICT by
MHRD.
National Academic Depository:-

National Academic Depository (NAD) is an initiative of Ministry of Human Resources Development,
Govt. of India (MHRD) to facilitate digital issuance, storage, access and verification of Academic
Awards issued by Academic Institutions.
NAD is a Unique, Innovative and Progressive initiative under “Digital India” theme towards achieving
Digital enablement of the Education Records. NAD aspires to make the vision of Digital Academic
Certificates for every Indian a reality.
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e-Shodh Sindhu
Based on the recommendation of an Expert Committee, the MHRD has formed e-ShodhSindhu
merging three consortia initiatives, namely UGC-INFONET Digital Library Consortium, NLIST and
INDEST-AICTE Consortium. More than 15,000 international electronic journals and e-books are
made available to all the higher educational institutions through the e shodh Sindhu initiative. This
allows access to be best education resources in the world using digital mode
Virtual Labs
Physical distances and the lack of resources make us unable to perform experiments, especially
when they involve sophisticated instruments. Also, good teachers are always a scarce resource.
Web-based and video-based courses address the issue of teaching to some extent. Conducting joint
experiments by two participating institutions and also sharing costly resources has always been a
challenge.
e-Yantra
An MHRD initiative under NMEICT Programme, named “e-Yantra” is implemented to incorporate
Robotics into engineering education with the objective of engaging students through exciting
hands-on application of mathematics, computer science, and engineering principles. Creation of
robotic platforms has been very successfully demonstrated during Phase-I of the project.
Presently, e-Yantra has been implemented in 100 colleges.
Campus Connectivity
The National Mission on Education through Information and Communication Technology (NMEICT)
aims to leverage the potential of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in teaching and
learning process. The Mission also aims to provide 20 Broadband connections of 512 Kbps speed to
over 25,000 colleges and 2000 polytechnics and optical ber connectivity one Gbps to 419
universities/ university level institutions in the country which includes internet facility.
Talk to a Teacher
Talk to a Teacher developed by IIT Bombay, is an initiative of the National Mission on Education
through ICT, funded by MHRD to provide free access to a few selected graduate and postgraduate
courses, taught at IIT Bombay by distinguished faculty members and scholars at large.
Ask A Question
Ask A Question is a unique platform through which students from science and engineering colleges
all over India can ask questions and faculty from IIT Bombay answers them. Students can ask
questions either through an online forum or during an interactive live session.
e-Acharya
e-Acharya also called ‘Integrated e-Content Portal’ of NMEICT, is the o_cial repository of NMEICT
econtent and all content produced under NMEICT is being put at this Repository platform at
INFILIBNET Centre Gandhinagar, so to apply basic tenets of preservation for digital content,
implement standard Metadata schema of different types for the digital content and ensure their
long-term availability.
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E-Kalpa
Another MHRD/ NMEICT initiative named “e-Kalpa” creating Digital-Learning Environment for
Design in India has successfully demonstrated the achievement of the following project objectives,
on completion of its phase-I:
1. Digital online content for learning Design with e-Learning programs on Design
2. Digital Design Resource Database including the craft sector
3. Social networking for Higher Learning with collaborative Learning Space for Design
4. Design inputs for products of National Mission in Education through ICT
The Free and Open Source Software for Education (FOSSEE)

FOSSEE project sanctioned to IIT Bombay has been promoting use of open source software in
educational institutions (http://fossee.in). It does through instructional material, such as spoken
tutorials, documentation, such as textbook companions, awareness programmes, such as
conferences, training workshops, and Internships. Textbook Companion (TBC) is a collection of code
for solved examples of standard textbooks.
e- Vidwan
The ‘Information and Library Network’ (INFLIBNET) Centre took the initiative called “Vidwan:
Expert Database and National Researcher’s Network” with the financial support from NMEICT.
Objectives:-
collect academic and research profiles of scientists, faculty and research scientists working in
leading academic and R&D organizations in India and abroad;
quickly and conveniently provide information about experts to peers, prospective collaborators,
funding agencies, policy makers and research scholars in the country;
establish communication directly with the experts who possess the expertise needed by research
scholars;
identify peer reviewers for review of articles and research proposals; and
create information exchanges and networking opportunities among scientist.
Central cloud Infrastructure

Central cloud Infrastructure: The MHRD under NMEICT has awarded a project to IIT Delhi, to set
up a robust 24X7 backed Data Centre and the activities have been put up at NIC / NKN Data
Centre, and the cloud is called ‘Baadal’. The IIT Delhi cloud is hosting e-content and video content
of e-Acharya.
NIRF
launched on 29th September 2015 by MHRD, this framework intents to outlines a methodology for
ranking the institutions across our country. The Core Committee set up by MHRD arrived at the
broad level understanding and hence give overall recommendations. Then only the methodology has
been driven.
GIAN
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Aimed to tap the talent of the strong academic network of the country-scientists, entrepreneurs,
at international level. To encourage their overall engagement with Higher Education Institutes in
India
UAY
The major objectives of the UAY scheme are to promote innovation & development in IITs
addressing the issues of the manufacturing industries; to spur the innovative mindset; to coordinate
the action between the academia & industry and to strengthen the labs & the research facilities.
IMPRINT
IMPRINT-Impacting Research Innovation & Technology. First of this kind Pan-IIT + IISc joint
initiative supported by MHRD to address the major challenges in science and engineering. These
challenges are must to fix and India must champion in that to enable and empower the country for
self-reliance and inclusive growth.
Technical Education Quality Improvement Programme of Government of India (TEQIP)

Launched by MHRD in December 2002. It was aimed to support and upscale ongoing efforts in
improving the quality of technical education in India and enhancing the existing capacities of the
technical institutions to become more dynamic, quality conscious, demand-driven, forward-looking,
effective and responsive.
RUSA
Rashtriya Uchchtar Shiksha Abhiyan. It is the Centrally Sponsored Scheme planned by the Central
Government has to implement the strategic funding, reforms, and improvements in the Higher
Education sector at the state level.
ICT and Governance

The term e-governance focuses on the use of new ICT by governments as applied to the full range
of government functions. Thus e-governance is the application of information and communication
technology for delivering government services, exchange of information, communication,
transaction, integration, various stands alone systems and services between government and
citizens, government and business as well as back office process and interaction within the entire
government frame work.
ICT acts in speeding up the flow of information and knowledge between government and citizen and
transforming the way in which government and citizen interact.
Types of Government Interaction in e-governance.

G2G: Government to Government-
 e-office project of central government for file movement across the departments
G2C: Government to Citizen

 CSC(Scheme to deliver various services to Citizen of India)
 Bharat Bill Pay(One Stop Bill payment System)
 Passport Seva Kendra
 PAN(NSDL & UTI Services)
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 E-District (Various certificates/ licences, social welfare scheme, RTI, Land registration,
etc)
 EPIC(Election Commission services)
 IRCTC
 e-Panchayat
 e-Court Mission Mode Project (MMP)
 NTA- National Testing Agency
 National Agriculture Market (eNAM)
G2B: Government to Business

 MCA- All Business relates needs & requirements for Company
 e-tender
 GST
 e-Biz Mission Mode Project
 E-Gem(Government e Marketplace )
 Government Online Procurement Portal
G2E: Government to Employee

 Pradhan Mantri Rojgar Protsahan Yojana
 The EPF-EPS model- EPFO & provident funds
National e-Government Plan(NeGP)

National e-Governance Plan(NeGP) – make all government services accessible to common man in his
locality, through common service delivery outlets and ensure efficiency, transparency & reliability
of such services at affordable cost to realize the basic needs of the common man.
Digital India
The Digital India programme is a flagship programme of the Government of India with a vision to
transform India into a digitally empowered society and knowledge economy.
 The focus is on being transformative – to realize IT + IT = IT
 The focus is on making technology central to enable change.
 It is an Umbrella Programme – covering many departments.
MCQ
1. Select the true statement about an operating system (OS)?

(1) An OS controls peripheral, allocates memory and organizes data into fields and records.
(2) An OS provides protection against viruses and controls peripherals.
(3) An OS controls peripheral, and allocates memory and processor time.
(4) An OS controls the processor and peripherals and allows the user to connect to the internet
Answer: 3.
2. Which of the following is a type of malware intentionally inserted into a software system that
will set off a malicious function when specified conditions are met?
(1) Worm
(2) Trojan
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(3) Spyware
(4) Logic bomb
Answer: 4
3. Which of the following statements(s) is/are true in respect of wireless technology?

P: Bluetooth is a wireless technology which can be used to connect a headset to a mobile phone.
Q: Bluetooth is a long-range wireless technology and is a low cost means of data transfer.
(1) P only
(2) Q only
(3) Both P and Q
(4) Neither P nor Q
Answer: 1
4 Which of the following file format is not a video file format?

(1) .AVI
(2) .MOV
(3) .MP4
(4) JPEG
Answer: 4
5. SMTP is an acronym for:

(1) Simple Mail Transport Protocol
(2) Simple Mail Terminal Protocol
(3) Simple Mail Transfer Protocol
(4) Simple Mail Transition Protocol
Answer: 3
6. A computer has a main memory of 960 Kbytes. What is the exact number of bytes contained in
this memory?
(1) 960 × 8
(2) 960 × 1000
(3) 960 × 1024
(4) 960 × 1024 × 1024
Answer: 2
7. The convenient place to store contact information for quick retrieval in e-mail is:
(1) Address box
(2) Message box
(3) Address book
(4) Message book
Answer : 3
8. Why would BCC: be used in an e-mail?

(1) BCC: allows the recipient to identify all the other recipients in the list when a group email
address is used.
(2) BCC: allows the sender to indicate who the email is for if there is more than one recipient.
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(3) BCC: allows the sender of a message to conceal the recipient entered in the BCC: field from the
other recipients.
(4) BCC: allows recipients to be visible to all other recipients of the message.
Answer: 3
9. Jatin’s laptop has an LCD screen. The acronym LCD stands for:
(1) Light Crystal Display
(2) Liquid Compact Display
(3) Light Compact Display
(4) Liquid Crystal Display
Answer: 4
10. Which of the following is an example of proprietary system software?

(1) Linux
(2) Microsoft Internet explorer
(3) Microsoft office
(4) Microsoft windows
Answer: 4
11. With respect to computers, which one of the following best describes phishing?
(1) A malicious program installed on a system that stays concealed to avoid detection.
(2) A method of bypassing normal authentication procedures over a connection to a network.
(3) A type of unsolicited bulk email of identical messages sent to numerous recipients.
(4) An attempt to acquire sensitive information for malicious reasons, by masquerading as a
trustworthy entity.
Answer : 4
12. A computer network which is used within a building is called a:

(1) WAN (2) MAN
(3) LAN (4) SAN
Answer: 3
13. A/An is a computer program that spreads by inserting copies of itself into other
executable code or documents.
(1) Operating system
(2) Computer Virus
(3) Firewall
(4) Anti-virus
Answer:2
14. Which of the following is not a/an web browser?

(1) Internet Explorer
(2) Mozilla Firefox
(3) Google Chrome
(4) Yahoo
Answer: 4
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15. One Terabyte (TB) of memory is equal to:
(1) 1024 KB
(2) 1024 × 1024 KB
(3) 1024 × 1024 × 1024 KB
(4) 1024 × 1024 × 1024 Bytes
Answer :3
16. Which one of the following processes is the main task for the computer in mapping the
geographical data?
1. Data storage
2. Data visualization
3. Data retrieving and drawing
4. Data Collection
Answer: 3.
17. In computer terminology which of following describe device drivers

1. Hardware that allows interaction between peripheral device and the operating system.
2. Software that allow the user to control the operating system
3. Software that allows interaction between peripheral device and the operating system.
4. Software that allow the user to control the operating system
Answer: 3
18. Which of the following is not true about RAM?

1. RAM is a temporary storage area
2. RAM is the same as hard disk storage
3. RAM is volatile
4. Information stored in RAM is gone when you turn the computer off
Answer: 2
19. Most World Wide Web pages contain commands in the language
1. NIH
2. URL
3. HTML
4. IRC
Answer: 3
20. Which one of the following would not be considered as a form of secondary storage?
1. Floppy Disk
2. Optical Disk
3. RAM
4. Flash Drive
Answer: 3
21. What does the acronym WAN stand for?

1. Widest Area Network
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2. Wild Area Network
3. Wide Area Networking
4. Wide Area Network
Answer: 4
22. FTP is an acronym for–

1. File Transaction Protocol
2. File Truncation Protocol
3. File Translation Protocol
4. File Transfer Protocol
Answer: 4
23. Bluetooth is a type of radio wave information transmission system that is good for about
1) 30 feet
2) 30 yards
3) 30 miles
4) 300 miles
Answer: 1
24. Which of the following statements, regarding the term ICT is/are TRUE ?
P : ICT is an acronym that stands for Indian Classical Technology.
Q : Converging technologies that exemplify ICT include the merging of audio-visual, telephone and
computer networks through a common cabling system.
(1) P only
(2) Q only
(3) P and Q
(4) Neither P nor Q
Answer: (2)
25. A new Laptop has been produced that weighs less, is smaller and uses less power than previous
Laptop models. Which of the following technologies has been used to accomplish this ?
(1) Universal Serial Bus Mouse
(2) Faster Random Access Memory
(3) Blu Ray Drive
(4) Solid State Hard Drive
Answer: (4)
26. Given the following email _elds, which of the email addresses will ‘swami’ be able to see when he
receives the message ?
To… [email protected]
Cc… [email protected]; [email protected]
Bcc… [email protected]; [email protected]
(1) [email protected]
(2) [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]
(3) [email protected]; [email protected]
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(4) [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]
Answer: (2)
27. Put the following units of storage into the correct order, starting with the smallest unit first
and going down to the largest unit :
(a) Kilobyte (b) Byte (c) Megabyte
(d) Terabyte (e) Gigabyte (f) Bit
Give your answer from the following code :
(1) (f), (b), (a), (c), (d), (e)
(2) (f), (b), (a), (d), (e), (c)
(3) (f), (b), (a), (c), (e), (d)
(4) (f), (b), (a), (d), (c), (e)
Correct answer is (3) i.e. bit<Byte<KB<MB<GB<TB
28. With regard to computer memory, which of the following statement(s) is/are TRUE ?
P : Read Only Memory (ROM) is ‘volatile’ memory.
Q : Random Access Memory (RAM) is ‘volatile’ memory.
R : Secondary Memory is ‘volatile’ memory.
(1) P only
(2) Q only
(3) P and Q only
(4) P and R only
Correct answer should be (2)
29. Which of the following domains is used for – pro_t businesses?

(1) .net
(2) .edu
(3) .com
(4) .org
Answer: (3)
30. The data storage hierarchy consists of:

(1) Bits, bytes, fields, records, files and databases
(2) Bits, bytes, records, fields, files and databases
(3) Bits, bytes, fields, files, records and databases
(4) Bytes, bits, fields, records, files and databases
Answer: (1)
31. What is the full form of USB as used in computer-related activities?

(1) Universal Security Block
(2) Universal Serial Bus
(3) United Serial Bus
(4) Ultra Security Block
Answer: (2)
32. What is the name of a web page address?
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(1) Directory
(2) Protocol
(3) URL
(4) Domain
Answer: (3)
33. Which of the following represents billion characters?

(1) Megabytes
(2) Kilobytes
(3) Gigabytes
Answer: (3)
34. Read the following two statements :

I : Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is considered a subset of Information
Technology (IT).
II : The ‘right to use’ a piece of software is termed as copyright. Which of the above statement(s)
is/are CORRECT ?
(1) Both I and II
(2) Neither I nor II
(3) II only
(4) I only
Answer: (2)
35. Which of the following correctly lists computer memory types from highest to lowest speed ?
(1) Secondary Storage; Main Memory (RAM); Cache Memory; CPU Registers
(2) CPU Registers; Cache Memory; Secondary Storage; Main Memory (RAM)
(3) CPU Registers; Cache Memory; Main Memory (RAM); Secondary Storage
(4) Cache Memory; CPU Registers; Main Memory (RAM); Secondary Storage
Answer: (2)
36. Which of the following statement(s) is/are TRUE ?

S1 : The decimal number 11 is larger than the hexadecimal number 11.
S2 : In the binary number 1110.101, the fractional part has the decimal value as 0.625.
(1) S1 only
(2) S2 only
(3) Both S1 and S2
(4) Neither S1 nor S2
Answer: (2)
37. With regard to a word processing software, the process of combining static information in a
publication together with variable information in a data source to create one merged publication is
called
(1) Electronic mail
(2) Data sourcing
(3) Mail merge
(4) Spam mail
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Answer: (3)
38. DVD technology uses an optical media to store the digital data. DVD is an acronym for
(1) Digital Vector Disc
(2) Digital Volume Disc
(3) Digital Versatile Disc
(4) Digital Visualization Disc
Answer: (3)
39. The statement “the study, design, development, implementation, support or management of
computer based information systems, particularly software applications and computer Hardware”
refers to
(1) Information Technology (IT)
(2) Information and Collaborative Technology (ICT)
(3) Information and Data Technology (IDT)
(4) Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Answer: (1)
40. If the binary equivalent of the decimal number 48 is 110000, then the binary equivalent of the
decimal number 51 is given by
(1) 110011 (2) 110010 (3) 110001 (4) 110100
Answer: (1)
41. The process of copying _les to a CD-ROM is known as

(1) Burning (2) Zipping (3) Digitizing (4) Ripping
Answer: (1)
42. An unsolicited e-mail message sent to many recipients at once is a

(1) Worm (2) Virus (3) Threat (4) Spam
Answer: (4)
43. is a type of memory circuitry that holds the computer’s start-up routine.
(1) RIM (Read Initial Memory)
(2) RAM (Random Access Memory)
(3) ROM (Read Only Memory)
(4) Cache Memory
Answer: (3)
44. An ASCII is a character-encoding scheme that is employed by personal computers in order to

represent various characters, numbers and control keys mat the computer user selects on the
keyboard. ASCII is an acronym for
(1) American Standard Code for Information Interchange
(2) American Standard Code for Intelligent Information
(3) American Standard Code for Information Integrity
(4) American Standard Code for Isolated Information
Answer: (1)
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45. NMEICT stands for :
(1) National Mission on Education through ICT
(2) National Mission on E-govemance through ICT
(3) National Mission on E-commerce through ICT
(4) National Mission on E-learning through ICT
Answer: (1)
46. Which of the following is an instant messaging application ?

(a) WhatsApp
(b) Google Talk
(c) Viber
(1) (a) and (b) only (2) (b) and (c) only
(3) (a) only
(4) (a), (b) and (c)
Answer: (4)
47. In a Computer a byte generally consists of :

(1) 4 bits (2) 8 bits (3) 16 bits (4) 10 bits
Answer: (2)
48. Which of the following is not an input device ?

(1) Microphone (2) Keyboard (3) Joystick (4) Monitor
Answer: (4)
49. Which of the following is an open source software ?

(1) MS Word (2) Windows (3) Mozilla Firefox (4) Acrobat Reader
Answer: (3)
50. Which of the following enables us to send the same letter to different persons in MS Word
(1) Mail join (2) Mail copy
(3) Mail insert (4) Mail merge
Answer: (4)
51. Encoding or scrambling data for transmission across a network is known as :

(1) Protection (2) Detection (3) Encryption (4) Decryption
Answer: (3)
52. Which of the following is not an output device ?

(1) Printer (2) Speaker (3) Monitor (4) Keyboard
Answer: (4)
53. Which of the following represents one billion characters ?

(1) Kilobyte (2) Megabyte (3) Gigabyte (4) Terabyte
Answer: (3)
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54. Which of the following is not open source software ?
(1) Internet explorer (2) Fedora Linux (3) Open office (4) Apache HTTP server
Answer: (3)
55. Which one of the following represents the binary equivalent of the decimal number 25 ?
(1) 10101 (2) 01101 (3) 11001 (4) 11011
Answer: (3)
56. Which is an instant messenger that is used for chatting ?

(1) Altavista (2) MAC (3) Microsoft Office (4) Google Talk
Answer: (4)
57. CSS stands for

(A) Cascading Style Sheets
(B) Collecting Style Sheets
(C) Comparative Style Sheets
(D) Comprehensive Style Sheets
Answer: (A)
58. MOOC stands for

(A) Media Online Open Course
(B) Massachusetts Open Online Course
(C) Massive Open Online Course
(D) Myrind Open Online Course
Answer: (C)
59. Binary equivalent of decimal number 35 is

(A) 100011 (B) 110001
(C) 110101 (D) 101011
Answer: (A)
60. gif. jpg, bmp, png are used as extensions for _les which store
(A) audio data (B) image data (C) video data (D) text data
Answer: (B)
61. Symbols A-F are used in which one of the following ?

(A) Binary number system
(B) Decimal number system
(C) Hexadecimal number system
(D) Octal number system
Answer: (C)
62. Which one of the following is not a search engine ?

(A) Google (B) Chrome
(C) Yahoo (D) Bing
Answer: (B)
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63. When a computer is booting, BIOS is loaded to the memory by
(A) RAM (B) ROM
(C) CD-ROM (D) TCP
Answer: (B)
64. Which one of the following is not. the same as the other three ?
(A) MAC address
(B) Hardware address
(C) Physical address
(D) IP address
Answer: (D)
65. Identify the IP address from the following:

(A) 300-215 -317-3
(B) 302-215@ 417 -5
(C) 202 . 50 . 20 . 148
(D) 202-50-20-148
Answer: (C)
66. The acronym FTP stands for

(A) File Transfer Protocol
(B) Fast Transfer Protocol
(C) File Tracking Protocol
(D) File Transfer Procedure
Answer: (A)
67. Which one of the following is not a/an image/graphic file format ?
(A) PNG (B) GIF
(C) BMP (D)GUI
Answer: (D)
68. The first web browser is

(A) Internet Explorer
(B) Netscape
(C) World Wide Web
(D) Firefox
Answer: (C)
69. Which of the following is a social network ?

(A) amazon.com
(B) eBay
(C) gmail.com
(D) Twitter
Answer: (D)
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70. Internal communication within institutions is done through
(A) LAN
(B) WAN
(C) EBB
(D) MMS
Answer: (A)
71.’ ‘www’ stands for

(A) work with web
(B) word wide web
(C) world wide web
(D) worth while web
Answer: (C)
72. A hard disk is divided into tracks which is further subdivided into
(A) Clusters (B) Sectors (C) Vectors (D) Head
Answer: (B)
73. A computer program that translates a program statement by statement into machine language is
called a / an
(A) Compiler (B) Simulator (C) Translator (D) Interpreter
Answer: (D)
74. A Gigabyte is equal to

(A) 1024 Megabytes
(B) 1024 Kilobytes
(C) 1024 Terabytes
(D) 1024 Bytes
Answer: (A)
75. A Compiler is software which converts

(A). Characters to bits.
(B) High level language to machine language.
(C) Machine language to high level language
(D) Words to bits
Answer: (B)
76. Virtual memory

(A) an extremely large main memory.
(B) an extremely large secondary memory.
(C) an illusion of extremely large main memory
(D) a type of memory used in super computers.
Answer: (C)
77. ALU stands for

(A) American Logic Unit
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(B) Alternate Local Unit
(C) Alternating Logic Unit
(D) Arithmetic Logic Unit
Answer: (D)
78. A Personal Computer uses a number of chips mounted on a circuit board called
(A) Microprocessor
(B) System Board
(C) Daughter Board
(D) Mother Board
Answer: (D)
79. Computer Virus is a

(A) Hardware (B) Bacteria (C) Software (D) None of these
Answer: (C)
80. is a protocol used by e-mail clients to download e-mails to your computer.

(A) TCP (B) FTP
(C) SMTP (D) POP
Answer: (D)
81. TCP/IP is necessary if one is to connect to the

(A) Phone lines
(B) LAN
(C) Internet
(D) a Server
Answer: (C)
82. Each character on the keyboard of computer has an ASCII value which stands for
(A) American Stock Code for Information Interchange
(B) American Standard Code for Information Interchange
(C) African Standard Code for Information Interchange
(D) Adaptable Standard Code for Information Change
Answer: (B)
83. Which of the following is not a programming language ?

(A) Pascal
(B) Microsoft O_ce
(C) Java
(D) C++
Answer: (B)
84. Minimum number of bits required to store any 3 digit decimal number is equal to
(A) 3
(B) 5
(C) 8
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(D) 10
Answer: (D)
85. Internet explorer is a type of

(A) Operating System
(B) Compiler
(C) Browser
(D) IP address
Answer: (C)1
86. POP3 and IMAP are e-mail accounts in which

(A) One automatically gets one’s mail everyday
(B) One has to be connected to the server to read or write one’s mail
(C) One only has to be connected to the server to send and receive email
(D) One does not need any telephone lines
Answer: (C)
87. Which of the following operating system is used on mobile phones ?

(A) Windows Vista
(B) Android
(C) Windows XP
Answer: (B)
88. If (y)x represents a number y in base x, then which of the following numbers is smallest of all ?
(A) (1111)2 (B) (1111)8 (C) (1111)10 (D) (1111)16
Answer: (A)
89. High level programming language can be converted to machine language using which of the
following ?
(A) Oracle (B) Compiler (C) Mat lab (D) Assembler
Answer: (B)
90. HTML is used to create

(A) machine language program
(B) high level program
(C) web page
(D) web server
Answer: (C)
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Prepared by
PEOPLE, DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENT
In India, Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi with his High-Level Steering Committee periodically
reviews and refines the National Indicator Framework (NIF) to monitor the Sustainable
Development Goals (SDGs).
The targets of the team are:

 To check the on-going national policies, programmes and plans and work upon the
developmental challenges.
 To monitor the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at the national and state levels and
how they scientifically measure the outcomes of the policies.
 The committee also reviews the National Indicator Framework for its enhancement.
 For effective monitoring, sophisticated IT tools are used.
SDGs with 17 Goals and 169 Targets intend for the promotion of sustainable, inclusive and
equitable economic growth, creating greater opportunities for all, reducing inequalities, raising
basic standards of living, fostering equitable social development and inclusion, promoting
integrated and sustainable management of natural resources and ecosystems.
SDG India Index scores within each Goal, leading States/UT’s can be identified under each goal-
1. No poverty – Tamil Nadu and Pondicherry
2. Zero hunger – Goa and Delhi
3. Good health and well being – Kerala and Pondicherry
4. Quality education – Kerala
5. Gender equality – Kerala, Sikkim and Andaman & Nicobar Islands
6. Clean water and sanitation – Gujarat, Chandigarh, Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Lakshadweep
7. Affordable and clean energy – Tamil Nadu and Chandigarh
8. Decent work and economic growth – Goa and Daman & Diu
9. Industry innovation and infrastructure – Manipur, Delhi and Pondicherry
10. Reduced inequality – Meghalaya, Mizoram, Telangana, Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Daman & Diu
and Lakshadweep
11. Sustainable cities and communities – Goa and Andaman & Nicobar Islands
12. Life on land – Assam, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Manipur, Odisha, Uttarakhand, Dadra & Nagar
Haveli and Lakshadweep
13. Peace, justice and strong institutions – Himachal Pradesh and Pondicherry
 The National Indicator Framework (NIF) helps to monitor and report on the progress
of SDGs on the national level.
 To achieve the deadline of 2030, the United Nations has introduced many initiatives so
that it could be more effective, organized and accountable.
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 Human and Environment Interaction: Anthropogenic activities and their impacts on the
Environment
Renewable and non-renewable resources

Resources can be classified as renewable and non-renewable resources. Renewable resources can be
replenished by natural means like solar energy is powered by heat from the sun and never runs out.
Oxygen, water, solar energy and biomass are some examples of renewable resources.
Whereas, non-renewable resources cannot be replenished by natural means and quickly as the rate
they are consumed like minerals and fossils fuels such as oil, coal and gas which are produced over
several of years by natural processes from decayed plants and animals.
Energy resources
Renewable and non-renewable resources play a major role in energy resources. For global
Industrialization, fossil fuels are the main energy source, but as they are non-renewable the
quantity is limited and is not sustainable for longer period. Another main cause of climatic change is
due to the burning of fossil fuels. The wood we know is a renewable source, when we cut the trees,
it will re-grow but this also causes deforestation.
Water resources
The direct use of water can be categorized into three main categories –
 Domestic use
 Agricultural use
 Industrial use
Environmental Issues
Environmental issues like
 global warming
 air pollution
 water pollution
 noise pollution
 space pollution
 heat pollution
 acid rain
 waste disposal
 ozone layer depletion
 use of fossil energy
 greenhouse gas releases
 climatic changes, etc
The environment consists of three components.

A biotic or non-living component, which is subdivided into the three categories like,
 Lithosphere (Rocks, soil and solid air)
 The hydrosphere (water component)
 Atmosphere (gaseous envelope) which is again divided into four zones, namely:-
 Troposphere
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 Stratosphere
 Ionosphere, and
 Exosphere.
Thus the three basic divisions of the physical environment may be termed as
 Lithospheric Environment
 Hydrospheric Environment
 Atmospheric Environment.
The biotic or living component consists of flora and fauna including man as an important factor.
Thus the biotic environment may be divided into
i) Plants Environment and
ii) Animals Environment.
Environmental pollution
There are several kinds of pollution, they are as follows:
 Air Pollution – Air pollution is mainly caused due to the release of toxic gases or smokes
from the industries or small factories.
 Water Pollution – As natural water resources is diminishing day by day, water has become a
scarcity. The major issues due to which water pollution are cause are the lakes and rivers
are filled with the sewage, garbage or liquid wastes from the households, agricultural lands
and factories. They contain harmful chemicals which makes the water poisonous for the
aquatic plants and animals.
 Waste disposal/garbage pollution – When there are no proper waste disposal mechanisms,
the garbage gets accumulated which cause garbage pollution. There should be a proper
waste disposal system so that it does not pollute our environment.
 Noise Pollution – Noise pollution is caused when there are excessive noises which are
disturbing others, creating physical and mental health like sleep disturbance, hearing loss,
hypertension, etc. They are mainly due to noise from the machines, transportation systems,
aircraft, trains, etc.
The major factors of pollution are:
 Population growth – population growth has become a global problem. Population growth is the
major cause of the degradation of the environment. With the increase in population, people
require land for buildings, more minerals, more water and more energy. The effects include
uses of chemical fertilizers, insecticides, deforestation, increased population and heavy
transportation, etc.
 Urbanization – with the increase in population, people moving from villages to towns and
cities causing chaos as they face various problems like lack of water, sanitation, houses at
an affordable price, roads, public transport, traffic problems, congestions, fresh air, as well
as an unsafe social environment.
 Agricultural development – agricultural practices causes ecological and social harm in
developing countries. They pollute the environment in various ways like:
-Through chemical fertilizers, pesticides and insecticides
-Through unreasonable facilities and other irrigation processes.
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-By making changes in biological communities.
 Industrialization – industrial revolution had brought drastic changes in manufacturing,
agriculture, animal husbandry and transportation among various other things. Without
proper treatment, these industries discharge wastewater into rivers causing water pollution.
Misuse of natural resources to meet the industrial demands has resulted in,
-reduction of forests due to the cutting of trees.
-digging of land for mining purposes.
-lowering of groundwater level due to excessive extraction of groundwater.
 Deforestation – forests play a vital role in India for its economy, social and cultural.
Deforestation gives problems to various issues like soil erosion, increase of residue in the
rivers, increase of floods and droughts. Growth of greenhouse effects which destructs the
atmospheric storms, etc., damage to agricultural crops due to floods and droughts results in
loss of economy. It also results in a decrease in agricultural production, the supply of raw
materials to the industries and building matters, etc.
 Electronic waste (E-waste) – electronics, telecommunications, and computerizations are
inseparable in this fast developing economy like India. But, these electronic devices contain
toxic substances and their disposal and recycling become a health issue. E-waste is growing
very fast as people changing their devices more frequently than ever before. Each year
they are just dumped or burnt. Though global initiatives have been started in 2006 to phase
out chemicals from electronic devices with the launch of the Restriction of Hazardous
Substances Directive (RoHS) in Europe.
 Thermal power plants – power plants mainly use coal for generating electricity. Energy in
the form of electricity is a basic requirement for any developmental activities and can be
generated by various methods, materials and mechanisms. The wear and tear of plant and
machinery, low thermal efficiency, choking and scaling of furnaces results to a large amount
of fly ash. Due to little land space, thermal plants cannot afford an ash pond and they let
the waste run into the nearby river or stream, choking the drainage system. Coal-based
thermal plants pollute the atmosphere by emitting gaseous substance like sulphur dioxide
(SO2), Nitrogen oxide etc., causing acid rain, damage of soil, vegetation and aquatic life of
that region.
It is preferred that power plants should be placed more on wastelands but with the course of time,
we can find that some of the cultivable areas are covered for ash mount site. The presence of fly
ash is very harmful to the lungs as it affects the tissues of the respiratory tract when inhaled.
 Modern productive technology – though modern technologies and techniques have enabled
the man to increase his comfort level. But, these also have created several environmental
problems affecting our forests, rivers, streams, etc. The most dangerous is the production
of toxic chemicals, synthetic materials. Disposal of plastics is also a main issue for any
developing or advanced countries. Another major which is affecting our environment is the
disposal of nuclear wastes coming out of nuclear reactor plants.
Impacts of Pollutants on Human Health
Health impacts of some specific air pollutants
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 Tobacco smoke – it generates harmful chemicals and causes cancer to the smoker. It also
affects the passive smoker like burning sensation in the eyes or nose, throat irritation, etc.
 Volatile organic compounds – they can cause irritation of the eyes, throat, nose, headaches
and nausea. They even can damage the liver and other parts of the body.
 Lead – the exposure damages the nervous system, digestive problems, cancer. It is also
dangerous to small children.
 Ozone – the exposure to this gas causes itching on the eyes, burning and watery. It also
increases respiratory disorders like asthma. It also lowers the resistance to colds and
pneumonia.
 Nitrogen oxide – this gas makes the children disposed to respiratory diseases in winters.
 Carbon monoxide – carbon monoxide combines with hemoglobin and lessens the required
oxygen that enters our blood through lungs. This causes changes in the function of the
affected organs like the brain and cardiovascular system. It also affects the concentration
level, makes one sleepy.
 Sulphur dioxide – sulphur dioxide in the air are caused due to the increase in the burning of
fossil fuels. It causes diseases of lungs and other lung disorders like wheezing and
shortness of breath.
 Suspended particulate matter (SPM) – they consist of dust, mist, fumes and smoke. The
main components of SPM that affects the health are lead, nickel, arsenic and those present
in diesel exhaust. When we breathe these particles it affects our lungs causing lung damage
and respiratory problems.
Water pollution is also harmful to human beings.

 Water is very important for survival. We need clean water for drinking, irrigation of crops
and many other purposes.
 If the water resources like the lake, river, streams are polluted and contaminated it will
affect our health. If we drink polluted water then diseases like amoebiasis, typhoid and
hookworm will affect our health.
 Water is polluted by chemicals like heavy metals, lead, pesticides and hydrocarbon causes
hormonal and reproductive problems, damages the nervous system, liver and kidney.
Exposure to mercury causes diseases like Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, heart disease and death.
 If the sea beaches are polluted then diseases like rashes, hepatitis, gastroenteritis,
diarrhoea, stomach aches and vomiting will happen.
 Water pollution also affects our marine life which is one of the food sources.
Soil pollution
Soil pollution happens when the toxic chemicals, pollutants or contaminants in the soil are high
causing risk to the plants, wildlife, human beings and to the soil.
The major causes of soil pollution are:
 Use of chemicals like pesticides, herbicides, insecticides and fertilizers are the main
factors.
 The breaking of the underground storage tank
 Leakage of wastes from landfills
 Direct discharge of industrial wastes
 Harmful irrigation practices
 Improper maintenance
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 Leakage from sanitary sewage, acid rain falling onto the soil
 Fuel leakage of automobiles that soak into the soil
 Soil pollution can have harmful effects on ecosystems, human beings and plants. It can harm
the water and food which are in direct contact with the polluted soil.
Noise pollution
When there is too much noise or an unpleasant sound causing a temporary disruption in the natural
balance is known as noise pollution.
The main causes of noise pollution are:
 Industrialization
 Poor urban planning
 Social events
 Transportation
 Construction activities
 Household chores
 Noise pollution causes health issues like
 Hearing problems
 Sleeping disorders
 Cardiovascular issues
 Trouble in communicating
Radioactive pollution
Radioactive pollution happens when there is the presence of radioactive materials in the
environment caused by the emission of harmful radiations like alpha or beta particles or gamma
rays.
The main causes of radioactive pollution are:
 Nuclear accidents from nuclear energy generation plants
 The use of nuclear weapons for mass destruction
 Mining
 Spillage of radioactive chemicals
 Tests on radiation
 Cosmic rays
The major effects of radioactive pollution are:

 Genetic mutations
 Diseases like cancer
 Infertility in soils
 Cell destruction
Some of the solutions of radioactive pollution are:

 We should dispose of the radioactive wastes properly like burying the wastes.
 We should properly label the content of any radioactive content so that one can take
protective measures to handle it.
 Banning of nuclear tests
 We should think of alternative sources of energy like solar energy, hydro-electric and wind
power.
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 Proper storage or container should be there for the radioactive materials so that there is
no leakage.
Light pollution
By light pollution, we understand the excessive, flashy and unwanted artificial lighting.
The cause of light pollution is mainly due to Industrialization & Modernization.
Following are the adverse effects of light pollution:
 Over-illumination causes headache, fatigue, stress and anxiety.
 Light trespass during night causes the sleeping disorder.
 Glaring on outdoor lights decreases our vision and the chances of accidents increases.
Conventional and Non-Conventional Sources of Energy
Conventional or Non-renewable Sources
Coal and Lignite:

Coal is the major source of energy. Coal is the mainstay of India’s energy sector accounting for over
50 per cent of primary commercial energy supply in 2010–11.
The gap between the demand and the domestic supply of coal has made it imperative to augment
domestic production both from the public sector and the private sector and to expedite the reform
process for realizing efficiency gains through increased competition in the sector during the 12th
Plan.
Lignite production was 20.44 million tons in 2005-06. According to an estimate, coal reserves in
India would last about 130 years.
Types of Coal On the basis of characteristics, heating value, carbon and volatile matter,
Coal is divided into mainly the following types:
a) Anthracite (hard coal)
 It is hard, black, lustrous, shiny and dense.
 This is the highest grade coal with calorific value of 8,250 to 8,700 kcal/kg.
 It contains 86-98% of carbon.
 Volatile matter is low being just 2-14%.
b) Bituminous (Soft coal)

 It is also high grade coal next to anthracite.
 It has a calorific value in the range of 7,500 to 8,700 kcal/kg. It contains about 46-86%
carbon.
 Volatile matter is low and can be removed by heating in the absence of air, when it gets
converted into coke. More the volatility, lower is the heating value.
 It is used for combustion, hydrogenation, gasification, blending, domestic use and
metallurgy.
C) Lignite (Brown coal)

 It is inferior quality, low grade coal.
 It has laminar (banded) structure with woody, fibrous, brownish black appearance,
resembling wood, hence the name. In Latin, Lignum means wood.
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 Its calorific value is 6,150 to 7,300 kcal/kg.
 It has a moisture content of about 30-50% before exposure to air.
 Its volatile matter is about 30%. Lignite when exposed to air gets oxidized.
 Due to high moisture, rapid oxidation and low heating value, it is not economical to transport
it to distant places.
 It is burned in pit head power plants.
d) Peat
 Peat is a solid fuel with highest moisture content.
 It is not fully matured form as it is partially decomposed, so
 It is not true coal.
 Its heating value is much less and is lower than that of wood.
 It has about 90% moisture.
 It is used as a low grade fuel.
Oil and Natural Gas:

Petroleum is derived from dead animals that lived in remote past. Natural gas has also been
produced in the Earth’s crust by similar processes and this is also a combustible fuel.
In India, efforts made by the Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) and Oil India since the late
1950s have led to the identification of a number of oil and gas deposits both offshore and onshore.
The onshore fields were mainly discovered in the Mumbai, Gujarat, Assam and Arunachal Pradesh;
and the offshore fields in the sea were notably the Mumbai High fields such as North and South
Basin and South Tapti.
Hydrogen-CNG Fuel Centre

The Renewable Energy Ministry on 7th June,2007 unveiled a Rs 25,000 crors roadmap to promote
use of hydrogen, with an estimated one million vehicles using it as fuel by 2020 and the gas being
used to fire electricity generation units for an aggregate 1,000 mw of electricity.
NON-CONVENTIONAL SOURCES OF ENERGY
The Ministry of Non-Conventional Energy Sources (MNES) created in 1992, is the nodal agency of
the Government of India for all matters relating to nonconventional/renewable energy.
Solar Energy
The Sun provides us enormous amounts of energy in the form of solar radiation-energy that travels
in small wave packets called photons, reaching the surface of the Earth from a distance of 93
million miles. Radiation energy is released due to thermo-nuclear fusion going on continuously in the
Sun.
The solar energy reaching per square metre of the Earth’s atmosphere is called the ‘Solar Constant’
and is equal to 1.36 KW in 12 hours.
 Conversion of solar energy into heat.
 Conversion of solar energy directly into electricity.
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 Conversion of solar energy to plants, vegetable or other biological forms and application of
solar energy to convert these forms into usable forms of fuel. This may broadly be termed
as bio-energy.
 Indirect application of solar energy, such as, harnessing of winds, waves, temperature
gradients from the ocean, etc.
Wind Energy
Wind energy is the kinetic energy associated with movement of large masses of air resulting from
the differential heating of the atmosphere by the Sun. Hence, wind energy is nothing but the
converted form of solar energy. It is estimated that about 106 to 107 MW of usable power is
continuously available in the Earth’s winds.
Wind Energy Conversion: The shaft power from the wind turbine can be utilized for a wide variety
of purposes, including electricity (AC & DC generation), direct pumping, direct mechanical work, etc.
The most common wind turbine system involves a tower mounted multi- bladed rotor facing into the
wind, rotating around a horizontal axis and turning an electrical generator or a mechanical gearbox
connected to its axis. The maximum power that can be extracted from a wind turbine is 59.3 per
cent.
Water Pumping Windmills: Small windmills with direct mechanical drive matched to a pump and tank
storage are in extensive use in many parts of the world. These hold significant potential for
pumping water irrigation, drinking needs, etc. Improved types of soil water pumping windmills have
also been developed in several countries, including India.
Wind Electric Conversion Systems: Wind energy is a high-quality form of mechanical energy that
can be converted into electrical energy with minimal energy losses. Since the rotor of a windmill
moves periodically, the output may be obtained in the form of alternating current either by using a
gearbox or fixing the rotational speed or by allowing speed variations and transforming the
generated electrical power.
Ocean Energy
The sea, which is constantly receiving solar radiations and acts as the world’s largest natural solar
collector, has potential to provide a means of utilizing renewable energy. It acts not only as
collector, but also has an enormous storage capacity. Energy from the ocean is available in several
forms such as ocean thermal energy, wave energy, tidal energy, salinity gradients, ocean currents,
ocean winds and biomass.
Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion

There exists a temperature difference of the order of 20°C between the warm surface water of
the sea and the cold deep water, and this natural temperature difference can be used to generate
energy. In one OTEC plant, the warm water from the surface with the temperature of 24 to 30°C is
brought into one pipe and the cold water at the temperature of about 4 to 8°C is brought in another
pipe in the depth of about 1000 meters. These two pipes are used in conjunction with fluid such as
ammonia, propane or neon
Tidal Energy
Tides are created by the combined gravitational effect of the Earth, the Moon and the Sun.
Though the tide is the universal phenomenon of the Earth’s sea-water body, some regions are more
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favorable for the establishment of such power plant for the commercial production of tidal energy.
Primary requirements for the construction of an installation having a capacity over 200 MW are
 an average tide of 5-12 meters;
 the possibility of linkage to a grid in order to accommodate the variable power output of the
tidal plant;
 Favorable geographical location and favorable socio-economic and ecological conditions. Bulb
type turbines as used in conventional hydro-electric stations have proved to be reliable for
generating power from the tides.
In India, three potential sites have so far been identified, namely, the Gulfs of Kutch and Cambay
on the west coast in Gujarat and the Sunder bans along the east coast in West Bengal.
HYDRO ENERGY
The National Hydro-Electric Power Corporation (NHPC) was incorporated in 1975 with the
objectives to plan, promote and organize the integrated development of hydro-electric power.
NHPC Limited presently has an installation base of 5295 MW from 14 hydropower stations on
ownership basis, including projects taken up in Joint Venture.
Some important hydro-electric power projects constructed by NHPC are at Salal and Dulhasti (both
in J&K), Tanakpur (Uttarakhand), Chamera (HP), Baira Siul (HP), Chutak (J&K), Teesta Low Dam –
III (W.Bengal), Sewa – II (J&K), Teesta – V (Sikkim), Omkareshwar (MP), Dhauliganga – I
(Uttarakhand), Indira Sagar(MP), Rangit (Sikkim), Uri – I (J&K), and Loktak (Manipur).
GEOTHERMAL ENERGY
Geothermal energy is the exploitation of heat energy of Earth within 10 km of the Earth’s upper
crust. Geothermal energy can be processed for generation of power, where the geothermal fluid
has a temperature of 130°C.
Geothermal manifestations are widespread in India in the form of 340 Hot Springs localities. Only a
few direct utilization schemes have been launched by various agencies. They are in Puga,
Chhumuthang, Manikaran and Bakreshwar. Of these, India’s most promising geothermal field is in
Puga valley in Ladakh. There are number of geothermal wells drilled in the valley. Tattapani in
Madhya Pradesh is another promising geothermal area in India.
CNG
Compressed Natural Gas or CNG is a cleaner alternative to the liquid petroleum. CNG
Is already in use in countries such as the USA, Japan, Italy, Brazil and New Zealand.
In Delhi, the Supreme Court has directed the operation of city buses exclusively on CNG fuel mode.
The government on its part launched CNG pilot project in Delhi as early as 1993.
Thanks to this project, CNG is now available in the NCR and most cities of the country.
CNG is cleaner fuel than the conventional fuel (petrol and diesel) as far as PM is concerned.
Further, CO, HC and NOX emission for CNG based car are lower because of the catalytic converter
fitted with them.
The Division of Disaster Management of Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India is the
ministry for all matters at the Centre except the Drought. The Ministry of Agriculture,
Government of India, looks after the Drought Management. The National Contingency Action
Plan (NCAP) makes possible in relief and rescue operations without delay.
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National Disaster Management Act 2005
The Parliament of India has passed the National Disaster Management Act in November 2005,
which brings a pattern in India’s approach to disaster management.
The Act provides for establishment of:
 National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA)
 State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA)
 District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA)
 Constitution of Disaster Response Fund and Disaster Mitigation Fund at National, State and
District levels Establishment of NIDM and NDRF.
 It gives penalties for obstruction, false claims, misuse etc.
Environmental Protection Act of 1986

19th November 1986, Environment Protection Act came in force in the Parliament of India in the
wake of Bhopal Tragedy. It is under Article 253 of the Indian Constitution. The Environment
Protection Act is mainly to the protection and development of the environment from the danger of
human beings, other living being, plants and property.
It mainly focuses on the prevention and development of pollution in the environment and the causes
of human health if any accident happens.
National Action Plan on Climate Change

National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) an initiative formulated by Government of India on
30th June 2008 to deal with the future policies and programs for the climatic improvement and
adjustment. It put together the national plan on water, renewable energy, energy efficiency
agriculture, etc.
The executions of the Action plan are constituted under 8 missions that are responsible to achieve
the goals of adaptation and improvement. They are as follows:
National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) an initiative formulated by Government of India on
30 June 2008 to deal with the future policies and programs for the climatic improvement and
adjustment. It put together the national plan on water, renewable energy, energy efficiency
agriculture, etc. The executions of the Action plan are constituted under 8 missions that are
responsible to achieve the goals of adaptation and improvement. They are as follows:
 National Solar Mission – The main objective is to use solar energy for power generation and
other uses. To promote the use of solar power, this initiative was started in 2010.
 National Mission for Enhanced Energy Efficiency – The main objective is to save and
promote maximum energy by developing new policies and measures. In 2009, the Prime
Minister’s Council approved it on Climate Change.
 National Mission on Sustainable Habitat – It emphasized on Energy conservation on urban
waste, management recycling which includes the production of power from waste,
development of energy efficiency in buildings and use of public transport. Prime Minister
approved this mission in 2011.
 National Water Mission – To improve water efficiency through pricing and other measures.
The main objective of the mission is to help to preserve water, minimize wastage and to
make sure that the distributions of water are done on an equitable basis across and within
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the states. Ministry of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation are
the members who supported this mission.
 National Mission for Sustaining the Himalayan Ecosystem – It aims to preserve the
biodiversity, forest conservation and other ecological problems that are causing problems in
the Himalayan region.
 National Mission for a “Green India” – Its main goal is to expand the forest and promote
“Green India” by protecting, refurbishing and enhancing the forests in India which are
diminishing. It’s taking various measures in responding to climate change by adopting and
taking different steps towards it. In 2014, Ministry of Environment and Forests got go-
ahead to work on this from the Cabinet.
 National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture – The main objective is how climatic change
affects crops and their development through various mechanisms. For example, in areas
where there are more rains, it focuses on integrated farming, use of water efficiently, soil
health management, etc. It got approval from the government in 2010.
 National Mission on Strategic Knowledge for Climate Change – It aims for the climatic
changes and its impact. The mission tries to improve through research and international
collaboration. The mission is run by the Department of Science and Technology.
International Agreements/efforts
 By international agreements, we mean treaties or contract between different countries for
different global issues like air pollution, climate change, protection of the ozone layer, etc.
International agreements have different names like treaties, pacts, protocols, acts, etc.
 Most of the agreements are legally binding between the countries that have approved them.
Each nation has respective responsibilities under the agreements.
Montreal Protocol
The Montreal Protocol on Substance is a global agreement to protect the ozone layer by phasing out
the production of various substances that are responsible for ozone reduction. The main objective
of the Montreal Protocol was to protect the ozone layer by taking different steps to manage the
production and consumption of depleting substances (ODS) and to remove it completely. It was
agreed on 26 August 1987, and entered into force on 16 September 1989, following the first
meeting in Helsinki, May 1989.
Signed: 16 September 1987
Rio Summit
Rio Summit or The United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED), also
known as the Rio de Janeiro Earth Summit was the major United Nations conference which was held
on Rio from 3rd to 14th June 1992.
The main objective of the summit was to stop the destruction of various natural resources and to
handle pollution which is affecting the planet. And the condition of the global environment and its
association between economics, science and the environment in a political context. 105 countries
participated in the Earth Summit, for this development.
Convention on Biodiversity
The Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) is an international treaty with three main objectives:-
1. Conservation of biodiversity
2. Sustainable use of biodiversity
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3. Fair and equitable sharing of the benefits which occur from the genetic recourses.
This treaty was signed on 5th June 1992 and was effective from 29th December 1993. Over 196
countries participated in Rio de Janeiro.
UNFCCC – United Nation Framework Convention on Climate Change

 The UNFCCC secretariat (UN Climate Change) was established in 1992 when countries
adopted the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).
 The UNFCCC entered into force on 21 March 1994. Today, it has near-universal membership.
The 197 countries that have ratified the Convention are called Parties to the Convention.
 The convention is legally non-binding but makes provisions for the meeting called ‘protocols’
where negotiating countries can set legally binding limits.
Kyoto Protocol
The Kyoto Protocol is an international agreement which was extended on the 1992 United Nations
Framework Convention on Climate Change like to reduce the greenhouse gas emission based on
scientific agreement.
 This Protocol was signed on 11th December 1997 and was effective from 16th February
2005 in Kyoto. Over 192 countries participated in this.
 India has ratified the second commitment period of the Kyoto Protocol known as the Doha
Amendment to the protocol
Paris Agreement
Paris Agreement is an international agreement to fight against climate change. The main objective
of this agreement was to stop global warming and the threat of dangerous climatic changes. Over
195 countries participated in the Paris Agreement from 30th November to 11th December 2015.
 The Paris Agreement opened for signature on 22 April 2016 – Earth Day – at UN
Headquarters in New York. It entered into force on 4 November 2016.
 Holding the increase in the global average temperature to well below 2 °C above pre-
industrial levels and to pursue efforts to limit the temperature increase to 1.5 °C above pre-
industrial levels
International Solar Alliance

In International Solar Alliance over 122 countries participated and the same was initiated by India
and founded in the year 2015.
 The main objective of this alliance is to increase the use of solar energy among the
International Solar Alliance member countries in a convenient, safe, affordable and
sustainable manner.
 Vision and mission of the International Solar Alliance is to provide a dedicated platform for
cooperation among solar resource-rich countries where the global community, including
bilateral and multilateral organizations, corporate, industry, and other stakeholders, can
make a positive contribution to assist and help achieve the common goals of increasing the
use of solar energy in meeting energy needs of prospective ISA member countries in a safe,
convenient, affordable, equitable and sustainable manner.
 Its major objectives include global deployment of over 1,000GW of solar generation
capacity and mobilization of investment of over US $1000 billion into solar energy by 2030.
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1. The arsenic pollution in ground water in Bangladesh and parts of India is due to
(A) industrial waste
(B) thermal power plants
(C) natural sources
(D) agricultural practices
2. Among the following air pollutants which directly impacts human health as well as climate?
(A) Soot
(B) Sulphur dioxide
(C) Oxides of nitrogen
(D) Chlorofluoro carbons
3. Assertion (A): The problems of environmental sustainability are difficult to resolve.

Reason (R): Our understanding how environment works and how different human choices affect
environment is inadequate.
Choose the correct code:

(A) Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
(B) Both (A) and (R) are correct, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
4. The percentage share of electrical power from solar energy in the total electric power
generation from all renewable energy sources sought to be achieved by Indian government by the
year 2022, is
(A) ~ 57.1%
(B) ~ 65.5%
(C) ~ 47.5%
(D) ~ 75%
5. As part of Intended Nationally Determined contributions, Indian government through additional

forest and tree cover has resolved to create an additional carbon sink (in terms of carbon dioxide
equivalent) by year 2030 to the extent of
(A) 3.5 to 4 billion tons
(B) 2.5 to 3 billion tons
(C) 1.5 to 2 billion tons
(D) 1 to 1.5 billion tons
6. Which of the following is a meteorological hazard?

(A) Avalanche
(B) Coastal erosion
(C) Landslide
(D) Blizzard
7. Which of the following is the largest source of water pollution in major rivers of India?
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(A) Untreated sewage
(B) Agriculture run-off
(C) Unregulated small scale industries
(D) Religious practices
8. Sustainable development goals have specific targets to be achieved by

(A) 2022
(B) 2030
(C) 2040
(D) 2050
9. Indian government’s target of producing power from biomass by the year 2022, is
(A) 50 MW
(B) 25 MW
(C) 15 MW
(D) 10 MW
10. Assertion (A): Conserving our soil resources is critical to human survival.
Reason (R): Soil is home to many micro-organisms and contains minerals.

(A) Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
(B) Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
11. World Meteorological Organization’s (WMO) objective has been to reduce the number of deaths
due to hydro meteorological disasters over the decade 2010-2019 by (with reference to the decade
1994-2003)
(A) 25%
(B) 50%
(C) 75%
(D) 80%
12. Identify the air pollutant in urban areas which irritates eyes and also respiratory tract of
human beings.
(A) Particulate matter
(B) Oxides of nitrogen
(C) Surface ozone
(D) Carbon monoxide
13. Which of the following phenomena is not a natural hazard?

(A) Wildfire
(B) Lightning
(C) Landslide
(D) Chemical contamination
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14. As part of National Climate Change Policy, Indian government is planning to raise the installed
capacity of renewable energy by the year 2030 to
(A) 175 GW
(B) 200 GW
(C) 250 GW
(D) 350 GW
15. At present, in terms of per capita energy consumption (kWh/year), identify the correct
sequence.
(A) Brazil > Russia > China > India
(B) Russia > China > India > Brazil
(C) Russia > China > Brazil > India
(D) China > Russia > Brazil > India
16. Inside rural homes, the source/sources of Nitrogen Oxide Pollution may be:
(a) Unvented gas stoves
(b) Wood stoves
(c) Kerosene heaters

(A) (a) and (b) only
(B) (b) and (c) only
(C) (b) only
(D) (a), (b) and (c)
17. Which of the following pollutants can cause cancer in humans ?

(A) Pesticides
(B) Mercury
(C) Lead
(D) Ozone
18. Assertion (A): People population control measures do not necessarily help in checking
environmental degradation.
Reason (R): The relationship between population growth and environmental degradation is rather
complex.
Choose the correct answer from the following

(B) Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
(C) (A) is true but (R) is false.
(D) (A) is false but (R) is true.
19. In which of the countries per capita use of water is maximum

(A) USA
(B) European Union
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(C) China
(D) India
20. India's contribution to total global carbon dioxide emissions is about

(A) ~ 3 PERC
(B) ~ 6 PERC
(C) ~ 10 PERC
(D) ~ 15 PERC
21. Two earthquakes A and B happen to be of magnitude 5 and 6 respectively on Richter Scale. The
ratio of the energies released EB/EA will be approximately
(A) ~ 8
(B) ~ 16
(C) ~ 32
(D) ~ 64
22. Which of the following combinations represent renewable natural resources

(A) Fertile soil, fresh water and natural gas
(B) Clean air, phosphates and biological diversity
(C) Fishes, fertile soil and fresh water
(D) Oil, forests and tides
23. In the recently launched Air Quality Index in India, which of the following pollutants is not
included
(A) Carbon monoxide
(B) Fine particulate matter
(C) Ozone
(D) Chlorofluorocarbons
24. The factors which are most important in determining the impact of anthropogenic activities on
environment are
(A) Population, affluence per person, land available per person are
(B) Population, affluence per person and the technology used for exploiting resources
(C) Atmospheric conditions, population and forest cover
(D) Population, forest cover and land available per person
25. In terms of total CO2 emissions from a country, identity the correct sequence:
(A) U.S.A. > China > India > Russia
(B) China > U.S.A. > India > Russia
(C) China > U.S.A. > Russia > India
(D) U.S.A. > China > Russia > India
26. Match List – I and List – II and identify the correct code:
a. World Health Day i.16th September
b. World Population Day ii. 1st December
c. World Ozone Day iii. 11th July
d. World AIDS Day iv. 7th April
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Codes:
a b c d
(A) i ii iii iv
(B) iv iii i ii
(C) ii iii iv i
(D) iii iv ii i
27. Which of the anthropogenic activity accounts for more than 2/3 rd of global water consumption?
(A) Agriculture
(B) Hydropower generation
(C) Industry
(D) Domestic and Municipal usage
28. One of the anthropogenic sources of gaseous pollutants chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) in air is
(A) Cement Industry
(B) Fertiliser industry
(C) Foam industry
(D) Pesticide industry
29. The cyclone “Hudhud” hit the coast of which State?

(A) Andhra Pradesh
(B) Karnataka
(C) Kerala
(D) Gujarat
30. Which of the following is not a renewable natural resource?

(A) Clean air
(B) Fresh water
(C) Fertile soil
(D) Salt
31. The population of India is about 1.2 billion. Take the average consumption of energy per person
per year in India as 30 Mega Joules. If this consumption is met by carbon based fuels and the rate
of carbon emissions per kilojoule is l5 x I06 kgs, the total carbon emissions per year from India will
be
(A) 54 million metric tons
(B) 540 million metric tons
(C) 5400 million metric tons
(D) 2400 million metric tons
32. Which of the following cities has been worst affected by urban smog in recent times?
(A) Paris
(B) London
(C) Los Angeles
(D) Beijing
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33. The primary source of organic pollution in fresh water bodies is
(A) run-off urban areas
(B) run-off from agricultural forms
(C) sewage effluents
(D) industrial effluents
34. 'Lahar' is a natural disaster involving

(A) eruption of large amount of material
(B) strong winds
(C) strong water waves
(D) strong wind and water waves
35. In order to avoid catastrophic consequences of climate change, there is general agreement
among the countries of the world to limit the rise in average surface temperature of earth
compared to that of pre-industrial times by
(A) 1.5 oC to 2 oC
(B) 2.0 oC to 3.5 oC
(C) 0.5 oC to 1.0 oC
(D) 0.25 oC to 0.5 oC
36. The National Disaster Management Authority functions under the Union Ministry of
(A) Environment
(B) Water Resources
(C) Home Affairs
(D) Defence
37. Match List - I and List - II and select the correct answer from the codes given below:
List – I List - II
(a) Flood (1) Lack of rainfall of sufficient duration
(b) Drought (2) Tremors produced by the passage of vibratory waves through the rocks
of the earth
(c) Earthquake (3) A vent through which molted substances come out
(d) Valcano (4) Excess rain and uneven distribution of water
Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) 4 1 2 3
(B) 2 3 4 1
(C) 3 4 2 1
(D) 4 3 1 2
38. Which one of the following green house gases has the shortest residence time in the
atmosphere?
(A) Chlorofluorocarbon
(B) Carbon dioxide
(C) Methane
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(D) Nitrous oxide
39. Consider the following statements and select the correct answer from the code given below:
(i) Rajasthan receives the highest solar radiation in the country.
(ii) India has the fifth largest installed wind power in the world.
(iii) The maximum amount of wind power is contributed by Tamil Nadu.
(iv) The primary source of uranium in India is Jaduguda.
(A) (i) and (ii)

(B) (i), (ii) and (iii)
(C) (ii) and (iii)
(D) (i) and (iv)
40. Arrange the following books in chronological order in which they appeared. Use the code given
below:
(i) Limits to Growth
ii) Silent Spring
(iii) Our Common Future
(iv) Resourceful Earth
Codes:
(A) (i), (iii), (iv), (ii)
(B) (ii), (iii), (i), (iv)
(C) (ii), (i), (iii), (iv)
(D) (i), (ii), (iii), (iv)
41. Which one of the following continents is at a greater risk of desertification?

(A) Africa
(B) Asia
(C) South America
(D) North America
42. "Women are closer to nature than men." What kind of perspective is this?
(A) Realist
(B) Essentialist
(C) Feminist
(D) Deep ecology
43. Which one of the following is not a matter a global concern in the removal of tropical forests?
(A) Their ability to absorb the chemicals that contribute to depletion of ozone layer.
(B) Their role in maintaining the oxygen and carbon balance of the earth.
(C) Their ability to regulate surface and air temperatures, moisture content and reflectivity.
(D) Their contribution to the biological diversity of the planet.
44. The most comprehensive approach to address the problems of man-environment interaction is
one of the following:
(A) Natural Resource Conservation Approach
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(B) Urban-industrial Growth Oriented Approach
(C) Rural-agricultural Growth Oriented Approach
(D) Watershed Development Approach
45. The major source of the pollutant gas, carbon mono-oxide (CO), in urban areas is
(A) Thermal power sector
(B) Transport sector
(C) Industrial sector
(D) Domestic sector
46. ln a fuel cell driven vehicle, the energy is obtained from the combustion of
(A) Methane
(B) Hydrogen
(C) LPG
(D) CNG
47. By the year 2022, the Climate Change Action Plan of Government of India aims at installing
(A) 20,000 MW of wind power
(B) 25,000 MW of wind power
(C) 20,000 MW of solar power
(D) 10,000 MW of solar power
48. Which one of the following biosphere reserves has UNESCO recognition?
(A) Manas
(B) Kanchenjunga
(C) Seshachalam Hills
(D) Greater Nicobar
49. Which activity contributes to water pollution more than any other throughout world ?
(A) Agriculture
(B) Hydroelectric power generation
(C) Industry
(D) Urbanisation
50. Match List – I with List – II and find the correct answer from the codes given below:
List – I List – II
(Biosphere Reserve) (Area of Location)
a. Nilgiri i. Deccan Peninsula
b. Manas ii. Chhattisgarh
c. Similipal iii. Eastern Himalaya
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d. Achankmar- Amarkantak iv. Western Ghat
Codes :
abcd
(A) i ii iii iv
(B) ii iii iv i
(C) iii iv ii i
(D) iv iii i ii
51. G5 are the five most important emerging economies of world. Which one of the following does
not form part of G5?
(A) Mexico
(B) Brazil
(C) China
(D) Korea
52. Which of the following nations has the maximum per capita emissions of carbon di-oxide?
(A) China
(B) Japan
(C) USA
(D) India
53. The world population growth rate at a certain reference year was 3.5%. Assuming exponential
growth of population, after how many years, the population of the world would have increased by a
factor 16?
(A) ~ 80 years
(B) ~ 40 years
(C) ~ 160 years
(D) ~ 320 years
54. The phrase “tragedy of commons” is in the context of

(A) tragic even related to damage caused by release of poisonous gases.
(B) tragic conditions of poor people.
(C) degradation of renewable free access resources.
(D) climate change.
55. Kyoto Protocol is related to

(A) Ozone depletion
(B) Hazardous waste
(C) Climate change
(D) Nuclear energy
56. Which of the following is a source of emissions leading to the eventual formation of surface
ozone as a pollutant?
(A) Transport sector
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(B) Refrigeration and Air-conditioning
(C) Wetlands
(D) Fertilizers
57. The smog in cities in Indian mainly consists of

(A) Oxides of sulphur
(B) Oxides of nitrogen and unburnt hydrocarbons
(C) Carbon monoxide and SPM
(D) Oxides of sulphur and ozone
58. Which of the following types of natural hazards have the highest potential to cause damage to
humans?
(A) Earthquakes
(B) Forest fires
(C) Volcanic eruptions
(D) Droughts and Floods
59. The percentage share of renewable energy sources in the power production in India is around
(A) 2-3%
(B) 22-25%
(C) 10-12%
(D) < 1%
60. The phrase “tragedy of commons” is in the context of
(A) tragic even related to damage caused by release of poisonous gases.
(B) tragic conditions of poor people.
(C) degradation of renewable free access resources.
(D) climate change.
61. Kyoto Protocol is related to

(A) Ozone depletion
(B) Hazardous waste
(C) Climate change
(D) Nuclear energy
62. Which of the following is a source of emissions leading to the eventual formation of surface
ozone as a pollutant?
(A) Transport sector
(B) Refrigeration and Air-conditioning
(C) Wetlands
(D) Fertilizers
63. The smog in cities in Indian mainly consists of

(A) Oxides of sulphur
(B) Oxides of nitrogen and unburnt hydrocarbons
(C) Carbon monoxide and SPM
(D) Oxides of sulphur and ozone
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64. Which of the following types of natural hazards have the highest potential to cause damage to
humans?
(A) Earthquakes
(B) Forest fires
(C) Volcanic eruptions
(D) Droughts and Floods
65. The percentage share of renewable energy sources in the power production in India is around
(A) 2-3%
(B) 22-25%
(C) 10-12%
(D) < 1%
66. Which of the following is a source of methane?

(A) Wetlands
(B) Foam Industry
(C) Thermal Power Plants
(D) Cement Industry
67. ‘Minamata disaster’ in Japan was caused by pollution due to

(A) Lead
(B) Mercury
(C) Cadmium
(D) Zinc
68. Biomagnification means increase in the

(A) concentration of pollutants in living organisms
(B) number of species
(C) size of living organisms
(D) biomass
69. Nagoya Protocol is related to

(A) Climate change
(B) Ozone depletion
(C) Hazardous waste
(D) Biodiversity
70. The second most important source after fossil fuels contributing to India’s energy needs is
(A) Solar energy
(B) Nuclear energy
(C) Hydropower
(D) Wind energy
ANSWER
1 C 2 A 3 A 4 A 5 B
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6 D 7 A 8 B 9 D 10 A
11 B 12 C 13 D 14 D 15 C
16 D 17 A 18 A 19 A 20 B
21 C 22 A 23 D 24 C 25 B
26 B 27 A 28 C 29 A 30 D
31 W 32 D 33 C 34 A 35 A
36 C 37 A 38 C 39 D 40 C
41 A 42 B 43 A 44 D 45 B
46 B 47 C 48 D 49 A 50 D
51 D 52 C 53 A 54 C 55 C
56 A 57 B 58 D 59 C 60 C
61 C 62 A 63 B 64 D 65 C
66 A 67 B 68 A 69 D 70 C
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HIGHER EDUCATION SYSTEM
Following are the important bodies, which plays an important role in higher education system in
India.
 University Grants commission(UGC)

 all India Council for technical education(AICTE)
 Distance Education Council (DEC)
 Indian Council for Agriculture Research (lCAR)
 Bar Council of India (BCI)
 National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE)
 Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI)
 Medical Council of India (MCI)
 Pharmacy Council of India (PCI)
 Indian Nursing Council (INC)
 Dentist Council of India (DCl)
 Central Council of Homeopathy (CCH)
 Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM)
Central government is responsible to take the policies related to the higher education. It also
gives different grant to the Central universities. Whether an educational system will be
deemed or not is also decided by central government on the recommendation of the UGC. At
present, there are 53 Central universities in the country.
Type of Institutions Numbers

Central Universities 53
State Universities 412
Institution deemed to be University 124
Private Universities 356
Total 945
One can get degree from education system. Following are degrees, one may acquire after school
leaving.
1. Higher Secondary School Certificate
2. Secondary School Certificate
3. Diploma
4. Bachelor³s Degree
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5. Postgraduate Diploma
6. Master³s Degree
7. Master of Philosophy
8. Post-Master Degree
9. Doctorate
10. Doctor of Laws
11. Doctor of Literature
12. Doctor of Science
From education point of view India was very rich country at ancient times too. Following system
were widely used in ancient India.
Gurukul system
Gurukul (ashram) was a type of school in India, residential in nature, with pupils living in proximity to
the teacher (guru). In a gurukul, students would reside together as equals, irrespective of their social
standing, learnt from the guru and distribute work in themselves to help the guru in his day-to-day
life. At the end of studies, pupil would be ready to offer gurudakshina (one time fees) to the guru.
The gurudakshina is a traditional gesture of acknowledgment, respect and thanks.
In India the Guru or the teacher is held in high esteem. Indeed, there is an understanding that if
the devotee were presented with the guru and God, first he would pay respect to the guru, since
the guru had been instrumental in leading him to God.
Vedic University
Nalanda is one of the great Vedic university in India. Nalanda is the name of an ancient university in
Bihar, India which was a Buddhist center of learning from 427 CE (AD) to 1197 CE (AD). It has been
called as ™one of the first great universities™ in recorded history. There were universities like
Taxila, Ujjain, Karachi etc. for medicine and learning including mathematics and astronomy.
Vedic books
In compiling the vedic mantras, VED VYASA edited them into four books, the Rig-Veda, the Yajur-
Veda, the Sama-Veda, and the Atharva-Veda
The Vedas are a large body of texts originating in ancient India. Composed in Vedic Sanskrit, the text
constitutes the oldest layer of Sanskrit literature and the oldest scriptures of Hinduism.Scholars
have determined that the Rig Veda, the oldest of the four Vedas, was composed about 1500 B.C.
British and Indian Education system

Since English was increasingly being employed as the language of instruction, during 1852-1853 petitions
were sent to the British Parliament in support of both establishing and adequately funding university
education in India which resulted in the Education Dispatch of July 1854 which helped in shaping the
Indian education system . Educational reforms in the early 20th century led towards the
nationalization of many universities.
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Britishers did a lot to establish good and healthy education system in India.
1. Established a Department of Public Instruction in each province of British India.

2. Established teacher-training schools for all levels of instruction.
3. Increased the number of Government colleges ,vernacular schools and high-schools .
4. The Department of Public Instruction was in place by 1855.
5. By 185k a number of universities were established modeled on the University of London.
Education of Indians had become a topic of interest among East India Company officials. The
policy³s goal was
1. to advance knowledge of Indians and
2. to employ that knowledge in the East India Company
Post Independence education
India’s first education minister recommended strong central government control over education
throughout the country, with a uniform educational system and introduced right to education.
Every child between the ages of 6 to 14 years has the right to free and compulsory education.
The government schools shall provide free education to all the children. Private schools shall
admit at least 25% of the children in their schools without any fee.
The Indian government lays great emphasis on primary education up to the age of fourteen
years (referred to as Elementary Education in India.) The Indian government has also
banned child labour in order to ensure that any children do get an opportunity to nurture.
Education has also been made free for children for six to 14 years of age. The District
Primary Education Programme (DPEP) was launched in 1994 with an aim to universalize
primary education in India by reforming and vitalizing the existing primary education
system
NCERT
The NCERT was established in 1961. It functions as a resource centre in the field of school
education and teacher education. Publication of school textbooks and other educational material
like teachers³ guides/manuals etc. are its major functions.
NCERT is an a UTonomoUs body FUlly FUnded by the Ministry of HUMan ResoURce and Development (MHRD)
There is a common educational structure (10+2+3) followed all over the country. Its similar to
the USA but unlike to the one being followed in the UK
Vocational Education System
Vocational education is that form of instruction designed to prepare people for industrial or commercial
employment. It can be acquired either formally in trade schools, technical secondary schools, or in on-the-job
training programs or, more informally, by picking up the necessary skills on the job. is imparted through
Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and polytechnics. Vocational study falls under the purview of MHRD. The
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all india council of vocational education is responsible for planning, guiding and coordinating the programme at
the national level. State Councils for Vocational Education (SCVEs) perform similar functions at the states of
Statutory body and their functions
The origin of the Indian Education Department dates back to pre-Independence days when for
the first time a separate Department was created in 1910 to look after education. However, soon
after India achieved its Independency on 15th August. 1947, a full fledged Ministry of Education
was established on 29th August 1947. The nomenclature and responsibilities of the Education
Department has undergone changes from time to time since Independence
University Grants Commission (UGC)

University Grants Commission (UGC) established by UGC Act, 1956, Ministry of HRD on the recommendation
of Ramakrishana Commision.
Statutory Mandate Coordination and determination of standards in higher education and research
in the country
Primary Function Release of grants to universities and colleges
Other Functions Recognition of Universities and colleges (including eligibility for central grants)
specification of degrees, Minimum standards of instruction, common pay scales, common facilities
and institutional accreditation through NAAC
Distance Education Council (DEC)

Distance Education Council (DEC) established by Sec. 25 of IGNOU Act, 1985, Ministry of HRD. ( Dr. D.S.
Kothari Recommendation)
Statutory Mandate Promotion, coordination and determination of standards of the open

universities and distance education systems in the country.
Primary Function Release of grants to open universities and correspondence course institutes
Other Functions Initiated assessment and accreditation activities
All India Council for Technical Education

All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) established by AICTE Act, 1987, Ministry of HRD,
Statutory Mandate Planning and coordinated development of technical education in the country
Primary Function Approval of degree and diploma programs in engineering, architecture, pharmacy and hotel
management
Other Functions Funding for institutional and faculty development, pay scales and qualifications of
teachers accreditation through NAAC
In 2016, three important initiatives were taken up by AICTE. First one was a responsibility given
by MHRD to evolve a national MOOCs platform SWAYAM. Second one is that of launching a Smart
India Hackathon-2017 challenging the young bright talented students of technical colleges to solve
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the 598 problems of 29 different Government departments. Third one is that of launching of an
AICTE's Student Start up Policy by Hon. President on Nov 16, during visitors conference from
rashtrapati Bhavan. In 2009, the Union Minister of Education formally communicated his intentions
of closing down AICTE and related body, the UGC. This later led to reforms in the way the AICTE
approves institutes, and to establishing the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) as an
independent body.
Medical Council of India (MCI)

Medical Council of India (MCI) established by MCI Act, 1953, Ministry of Health,
Statutory Mandate To establish standards in medical education and to define medical

qualifications in India and abroad
Primary Function Registration of medical practioners and recognition of medical institutions
Other Functions Eligibility criteria for admissions¡ exam. for recognition of foreign
qualifications for practice in India.
The Council of Architecture

The Council of Architecture (COA) established by The Architects Act, 1972, Ministry of Urban
Development.
Statutory Mandate Regulate profession and practice of architects and town planners in India
Primary Function Registration of architects, maintaining standards of education, recognized

qualifications and standards of practice
Other Functions Maintaining the register of architects and make recommendations with regard to
recognition and de-recognition of a qualification.
Indian Nursing Council

Indian Nursing Council (INC) established by the INC Act, 1947, Ministry of Health.
Statutory Mandate Uniform standards of training for Nurses
Primary Function Accepts qualifications awarded by universities within and outside India
Other Functions Collection and compilation of data relating to nurses, midwives, health visitors.
Rehabilitation Council of India

Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) established by RCI Act, 1992, Ministry of Social Justice
Statutory Mandate Standardize and regulate the training of personnel and professions in the
field of rehabilitation and special education.
Primary Function Recognition of institutions for physiotherapy and related fields.
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Other Functions Registration of professionals, assessment and accreditations¡ promotion of
barrier free environment.
National Council For Teacher Education
National Council For Teacher Education (NCTE), NCTE Act, 1993
Statutory Mandate Planned and Coordinated development of the teacher education in the country.
Primary Function Recognition of teacher education institutions.
Other Functions Lay down norms and standards
Indian Council for Agricultural Research
Indian Council for Agricultural Research (ICAR), Ministry of Agriculture. It is not a statutory body
Statutory Mandate Coordinate agricultural research and education
Primary Function Coordinate and fund agricultural education and research in 30 state and 1 central
and several deemed universities for agriculture.
Other Functions Accredit agriculture universities, hold joint admission tests.
Bar Council of India
Bar Council of India (BCI) established by The Advocates Act, 1962, Ministry of Law
Statutory Mandate Lay down standards of professional conduct and standards of legal education.
Primary Function Lay down standards of professional conduct and standards of legal education.
Other Functions Listing of members of bar¡ listing of foreign universities whose qualifications are
approved in India.
There are various Educational Statutory bodies in India, these are namely:
1. All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)

2. All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE)
3. Central Council of Homeopathy (CCH)
4. Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM)
5. Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
6. Central Hindi Directorate
7. Central Institute of Educational Technology (CIET)
8. Central Institute of English and Foreign Languages (CIEFL)
9. Central Institute of Indian Languages (CIIL)
10. Central Tibetan Schools Administration (CTSA)
11.Commisssion for Scientific and Technical Terminology (CSTT)
12.Council of Architecture (COA)
13.Copyright Office, India
14.Distance Education Council (DEC)
15.Dentist Council of India (DCI)
16. Educational Consultants India Limited (EDCIL) 1k. Education Support in India
17. Indian Council of Philosophical Research (ICPR)
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18. Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR)
19.Indian Institute of Advanced Study (IIAS)
20.Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR)
21.Kendriya Hindi Sansthan
22. Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS)
23. Medical Council of India (MCI)
24. National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)
25. National Bal Bhavan
26. National Book Trust
27. National Council for Promotion of Sindhi Language (NCPSL)
28. National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)
29.National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration (NIEPA)
30.National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS)
31.National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER)
32.National Institute of Technical Teachers³ Training and Research (NITTTR)
33.National Commission for Minority Educational Institutions (NCMEI)
34.Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS)
35. National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) 3k. National Literacy Mission
36. Oversight Committee
37. Pharmacy Council of India (PCI)
38.Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI)
39.Rashtriya Sanskrit Sansthan
40. Sakshat - Education Portal, Government of India
41. Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA)
42. State Resource Centre for Non-Formal Education, Chennai
43. University Grants Commission (UGC)
Quality and Quality Assessment
In order to evaluate performance of an institution and bring about a measure of accountability a

mechanism of accreditation has been developed by UGC. This is an autonomous council under UGC
called National Accreditation and Assessment Council (NAAC) with a purpose to carry out periodic
assessment of universities and colleges. NAAC has evolved a methodology of assessment which
involves self-appraisal by each university/college and an assessment of the performance by an
expert committee.
Similarly, for technical education, AICTE has established its own accreditation mechanism for
its institutions through the National Board of Accreditation (NBA).
NAAC has identified the following seven criteria to serve as the basis of assessment procedures:
1. Curricular Aspects
2. Teaching-learning and Evaluation
3. Research, Consultancy and Extension
4. Infrastructure and Learning Resources
5. Student Support and Progression
6. Governance and Leadership
k. Innovative practice
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Elementary Education in India
Education is important not only for development of one³s personality, but also for the sustained
growth of nation.It is the foundation on which the development of every citizen and the nation as
a whole hinges. The quality of elementary education in India has also been a major cause of worry
for government
Sarva Siksha Abhiyan
The current scheme for universalization of Education for All is the SARVA SHIKSHA ABHIYAN
which is one of the largest education initiatives in the world. After the District Primary Education
Programme (DPEP) of 1994, the govt. has now launched the ”Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan” or SSA. Sarva
Shiksha Abhiyan was launched in 2001 to universalize and improve the quality of elementary
education in India. It has set 200k as the deadline for providing primary education in India and
2010 as the deadline for providing useful and relevant elementary education to all children in the 6
to 14 age group.
Every child between the ages of 6 to 14 years has the right to free and compulsory education.
The government schools shall provide free education to all the children. Private schools shall
admit at least 25% of the children in their schools without any fee.
Education in Urban and Rural areas
Despite all the efforts of the government, universalization of education in India remains a distant
dream. While the literacy rate is 72.99% according to 2011 census, the female literacy rate is
64.64% & Male literacy rate 80.89%. While 84.11.0% urban people are literate, 67.77% of the
rural population is literate.
School education
Schooling system in India is a two tire system. First 10 years is a general study followed by two
years of senior secondary education. The primary education system is also two tire system. The
first five years is the primary stage and the coming next three years is upper primary stage or
middle school.
Secondary education system
Secondary education can be instrumental in shaping and directing a child for his bright future.
Secondary education serves as a link between primary and higher education. A child³s future
depends a lot on type of education the child receives. Significant feature of India³s secondary
school system is the emphasis on inclusion of the disadvantaged sections of the society. Another
feature of India³s secondary school system is its emphasis on profession based vocational
training to help students attain skills for finding a vocation of his/her choosing.
The Secondary education is supported by the following organizations under the administrative
control of the Union Department of Education: Some of the institutes are:
∙ National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)

∙ Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
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∙ National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS)
The National Policy on Education (NPE), 1986, has provided for environment awareness, science and
technology education, and introduction of traditional elements such as yoga into the Indian
secondary school system
NCERT
NCERT is an autonomous body fully funded by the Ministry of Human Resource and
Development (MHRD). The NCERT was established in 1961. It functions as a resource
centre in the field of school education and teacher education. Publication of school
textbooks and other educational material like teachers guides/manuals etc. are its major
functions. It aims at making environmental education an integral part of curriculum in
school education.
Central board of secondary education
The CBSE was set up by a special resolution of the Government of India in 1929 at Ajmer with a
view to play a useful role in the field of Secondary Education and to raise its standard.
The Main functions of the board are: to conduct Class X and XII examinations and grant
certificates, to prescribe courses of instructions, prescribe conditions for examinations, and to
affiliate institutions for the purpose of examinations. The CBSE also conducts all India entrance
examinations at the under graduate level for pre- medical/pre-dental, engineering and
architecture courses.
CBSE mews
The CBSE has constantly been engaged in process of curriculum design, in-service teacher
empowerment programmes and development of textual material.
CBSE has introduced CONTINUOUS AND COMPREHENSIVE EVALUATION (CCE) at the

secondary level. The scheme of CCE discourages mechanical testing. It envisages employment of
variety of tools and techniques for assessment in informal and formal settings which are more
interesting, relevant and meaningful and involve learners for greater participation and learning. It
is a system of school based assessment that covers all aspects of student³s development. It
emphasizes two fold objectives. Continuity in evaluation and assessment of broad based learning.
CCE will cover the scholastic and co scholastic areas of school education.
National policy of education
In our national perception, Education refines sensitivities and perceptions that contribute to
national cohesion, a scientific temper and independence of mind and spirit - thus furthering the
goals of socialism, secularism and democracy enshrined in our Constitution. The government is
committed to providing education through main- stream schools for children with disabilities. The
need for inclusive education arises precisely because it is now well understood that most children
with disabilities can, with motivation and effort on the part of teaching institutions, become an
integral part of those institutions. There is a common educational structure(10+2+3) followed all
over the country.
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Education level Years
Pre primary (FOR 1 YEAR)
Primary (GRADE 1-5)
Middle (GRADE 6-8)
Secondary (GRADE 9-10)
Senior (GRADE11-12)
Secondary
Fashion Technology
India which has always been a centre for the textile and garment trade. Now the fashion industry
has become so specialized that it encompasses a vast field of studies in design, concept
management, design production management, quality control, planning, fabric design, printing,
fashion accessory design, fashion merchandising, textile science, colour mixing, marketing and so
on. National Institute of Fashion Technology was set up in 1986 under the aegis of the Ministry of
Textiles, Government of India. It has emerged as the premier Institute of Design, Management
and Technology, developing professionals for taking up leadership positions in fashion business in the
emerging global scenario.
The online projects encourage our students to collaborate, cooperate and communicate with the
students all over the world. This use of cyber space has led to the globalization of
education.
University grants commission
The University Grants Commission (UGC) of India is a statutory body set up by the Indian Union
government in 1956, and is charged with coordination, determination and maintenance of
standards of higher education. It provides recognition to universities in India, and disburses
funds to such recognized universities and colleges. Its headquarters is in New Delhi, and six
regional centers in Pune, Bhopal, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Guwahati and Bangalore.
1. encourages contact between students and faculty,

2. develops reciprocity and cooperation among students,
3. encourages active learning,
4. gives prompt feedback,
5. emphasizes time on task,
6. communicates high expectations, and
7. Respects diverse talents and ways of learning
A Central University or a Union University in India is established by Act of Parliament and are
under the purview of the Department of Higher Education in the Union Human Resource
Development Ministry. In general, universities in India are recognized by the University Grants
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Commission (UGC), which draws its power from the University Grants Commission Act, 1956. The
types of universities controlled by the UGC include:
State universities are run by the state government of each of the states and territories of India,
and are usually established by a local legislative assembly act.
Deemed university or Deemed-to-be-University, is a status of autonomy granted by the

Department of Higher Education on the advice of the UGC, under Section 3 of UGC Act, 1956.
Private universities are approved by the UGC. They can grant degrees but they are not allowed to
have off-campus affiliated colleges.
Funding Agency
Government or Non-Government organization providing monetary grant for research.

Following are the major funding agencies in India
1. University Grants Commission ( UGC), New Delhi. www.ugc.ac.in
2. Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), New Delhi www.icssr.org
3. Department of Science and Technology (DST) New Delhi . www.dst.gov.in
4. Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), New Delhi. www.csir.res.in
5. Department of Atomic Energy (DAE)¡ BRNS. www.barc.ernet.in
6. Department of Biotechnology ( DBT), New Delhi. www.dbtindia.nic.in
7. Department of Non Conventional Energy Sources ( DNES), New Delhi. www.mnre.gov.in
8. Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO). www.drdo.nic.in
9. Indian Council of Agricultural Research. www.icar.org.in
10. Ministry of Environment & Forest. www.envfor.nic.in/funding
Apart from the above universities, other institutions are granted the permission to autonomously
award degrees. These institutes do not affiliate colleges and are not officially called “universities” but
“autonomous organizations” or “autonomous institutes”. They fall under the administrative control
of the Department of Higher Education. These organizations include the Indian Institutes of
Technology, the National Institutes of Technology, the Indian Institutes of Science Education and
Research, the Indian Institutes of Engineering Science and Technology, the Indian Institutes of
Management (though these award diplomas, not degrees), the National Law Schools, the All India
Institute of Medical Sciences, and other autonomous institutes.
National Testing Agency (NTA)

National Testing Agency (NTA) is an Indian government agency that has been approved by the Union
Council of Ministers and established in November 2017 to conduct entrance examinations for higher
educational institutions. The government appointed Vineet Joshi as the first Director-General of the
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agency. NTA is responsible for conducting the Joint Entrance Examination – Main (JEE
Main), National Eligibility cum Entrance Test-Undergraduate (NEET UG), National Eligibility
Test (NET), Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) and Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude
Test (GPAT).
NIRF Ranking 2020
 Overall Category: IIT Madras, IISc Banglore, IIT Delhi
 University category: IISc Bangalore, JNU New Delhi, BHU Varanasi
 Engineering Category: IIT Madras, IIT Delhi, IIT Bombay
 Management Category: IIM Ahmedabad, IIM Bangalore, IIM Calcutta
 Pharmacy Discipline: Jamia Hamdard Universitt, Punjab University, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education
and Research Mohali
 Colleges category: Miranda house DU, LSR for women DU and Hindu college DU.
 Medical Discipline: AIIMS, New Delhi, PGIMER Chandigarh, Christian Medical College, Bangalore
 Law Discipline: National Law School of India University, Bengaluru, NLU New Delhi, Nalsar University of Law,
Hyderabad
 Architecture Discipline: IIT Kharagpur, IIT Roorkee, NIT Calicut
 Dental College: Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Science, Manipal College of Dental Science, Dr DY Patil Vidyapith
Pune
FULL LIST OF 2020 PADMA AWARDEES
Padma Vibhushan
Name Field State/Country
George Fernandes
1. Public Affairs Bihar
(Posthumous)
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Arun Jaitley
2. Public Affairs Delhi
(Posthumous)
3. Sir Anerood Jugnauth Public Affairs Mauritius
4. M. C. Mary Kom Sports Manipur
5. Chhannulal Mishra Art Uttar Pradesh
Sushma Swaraj
6. Public Affairs Delhi
(Posthumous)
Sri Vishveshateertha
Swamiji Sri
Others-
7. Pejavara Adhokhaja Karnataka
Spiritualism
Matha Udupi
(Posthumous)
Padma Bhushan
SN Name Field State/Country
8. M. Mumtaz Ali (Sri M) Others-Spiritualism Kerala
Syed Muazzem Ali

9. Public Affairs Bangladesh
(Posthumous)
Jammu and
Muzaffar Hussain Baig Public Affairs
10.
Kashmir
11. Ajoy Chakravorty Art West Bengal
Literature and
12. Manoj Das Puducherry
Education
13. Balkrishna Doshi Others-Architecture Gujarat
14. Krishnammal Jagannathan Social Work Tamil Nadu
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15. S. C. Jamir Public Affairs Nagaland
16. Anil Prakash Joshi Social Work Uttarakhand
17. Dr. Tsering Landol Medicine Ladakh
18. Anand Mahindra Trade and Industry Maharashtra
Neelakanta Ramakrishna
19. Public Affairs Kerala
Madhava Menon (Posthumous)
Manohar Gopalkrishna
20. Public Affairs Goa
Prabhu Parrikar (Posthumous)
Literature and
21. Prof. Jagdish Sheth USA
Education
22. P. V. Sindhu Sports Telangana
23. Venu Srinivasan Trade and Industry Tamil Nadu
Padma Shri
SN Name Field State/Country
24. Guru Shashadhar Acharya Art Jharkhand
25. Dr. Yogi Aeron Medicine Uttarakhand
26. Jai Prakash Agarwal Trade and Industry Delhi
27. Jagdish Lal Ahuja Social Work Punjab
28. Kazi Masum Akhtar Literature and Education West Bengal
29. Ms. Gloria Arieira Literature and Education Brazil
30. Khan Zaheerkhan Bakhtiyarkhan Sports Maharashtra
31. Dr. Padmavathy Bandopadhyay Medicine Uttar Pradesh
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32. Dr. Sushovan Banerjee Medicine West Bengal
33. Dr. Digambar Behera Medicine Chandigarh
34. Dr. Damayanti Beshra Literature and Education Odisha
35. Pawar Popatrao Bhaguji Social Work Maharashtra
36. Himmata Ram Bhambhu Social Work Rajasthan
37. Sanjeev Bikhchandani Trade and Industry Uttar Pradesh
38. Gafurbhai M. Bilakhia Trade and Industry Gujarat
39. Bob Blackman Public Affairs United Kingdom
40. Indira P. P. Bora Art Assam
41. Madan Singh Chauhan Art Chhattisgarh
42. Usha Chaumar Social Work Rajasthan
43. Lil Bahadur Chettri Literature and Education Assam
Lalitha & Ms. Saroja

44. Art Tamil Nadu
Chidambaram (Duo)*
45. Dr. Vajira Chitrasena Art Sri Lanka
46. Dr. Purushottam Dadheech Art Madhya Pradesh
47. Utsav Charan Das Art Odisha
Prof. Indra Dassanayake

48. Literature and Education Sri Lanka
(Posthumous)
49. H. M. Desai Literature and Education Gujarat
50. Manohar Devadoss Art Tamil Nadu
51. Oinam Bembem Devi Sports Manipur
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52. Lia Diskin Social Work Brazil
53. M. P. Ganesh Sports Karnataka
54. Dr. Bangalore Gangadhar Medicine Karnataka
55. Dr. Raman Gangakhedkar Science and Engineering Maharashtra
56. Barry Gardiner Public Affairs United Kingdom
57. Chewang Motup Goba Trade and Industry Ladakh
58. Bharat Goenka Trade and Industry Karnataka
59. Yadla Gopalarao Art Andhra Pradesh
60. Mitrabhanu Gountia Art Odisha
61. Tulasi Gowda Social Work Karnataka
62. Sujoy K. Guha Science and Engineering Bihar
63. Harekala Hajabba Social Work Karnataka
64. Enamul Haque Others-Archaeology Bangladesh
65. Madhu Mansuri Hasmukh Art Jharkhand
Abdul Jabbar
66. Social Work Madhya Pradesh
(Posthumous)
67. Bimal Kumar Jain Social Work Bihar
68. Meenakshi Jain Literature and Education Delhi
69. Nemnath Jain Trade and Industry Madhya Pradesh
70. Shanti Jain Art Bihar
71. Sudhir Jain Science and Engineering Gujarat
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72. Benichandra Jamatia Literature and Education Tripura
K. V. Sampath Kumar & Ms.

Literature and
73. Vidushi Jayalakshmi K.S. Karnataka
Education-Journalism
(Duo)*
74. Karan Johar Art Maharashtra
75. Dr. Leela Joshi Medicine Madhya Pradesh
76. Sarita Joshi Art Maharashtra
77. C. Kamlova Literature and Education Mizoram
78. Dr. Ravi Kannan R. Medicine Assam
79. Ekta Kapoor Art Maharashtra
80. Yazdi Naoshirwan Karanjia Art Gujarat
81. Narayan J. Joshi Karayal Literature and Education Gujarat
82. Dr. Narindar Nath Khanna Medicine Uttar Pradesh
83. Naveen Khanna Science and Engineering Delhi
84. S. P. Kothari Literature and Education USA
V. K. Munusamy
85. Art Puducherry
Krishnapakthar
86. M. K. Kunjol Social Work Kerala
Manmohan Mahapatra
87. Art Odisha
(Posthumous)
88. Ustad Anwar Khan Mangniyar Art Rajasthan
Kattungal Subramaniam
89. Science and Engineering Kerala
Manilal
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90. Munna Master Art Rajasthan
Literature and
91. Prof. Abhiraj Rajendra Mishra Himachal Pradesh
Education
Literature and
92. Binapani Mohanty Odisha
Education
93. Dr. Arunoday Mondal Medicine West Bengal
Literature and
94. Dr. Prithwindra Mukherjee France
Education
95. Sathyanarayan Mundayoor Social Work Arunachal Pradesh
96. Manilal Nag Art West Bengal
Literature and
97. N. Chandrasekharan Nair Kerala
Education
Dr. Tetsu Nakamura

98. Social Work Afghanistan
(Posthumous)
Literature and Jammu and

99. Shiv Datt Nirmohi
Education
Kashmir
Literature and
100. Pu Lalbiakthanga Pachuau Mizoram
Education-Journalism
101. Moozhikkal Pankajakshi Art Kerala
Literature and
102. Dr. Prasanta Kumar Pattanaik USA
Education
Literature and
103. Jogendra Nath Phukan Assam
Education
104. Rahibai Soma Popere Others-Agriculture Maharashtra
Literature and
105. Yogesh Praveen Uttar Pradesh
Education
106. Jitu Rai Sports Uttar Pradesh
107. Tarundeep Rai Sports Sikkim
108. S. Ramakrishnan Social Work Tamil Nadu
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109. Rani Rampal Sports Haryana
110. Kangana Ranaut Art Maharashtra
111. Dalavai Chalapathi Rao Art Andhra Pradesh
Literature and
112. Shahbuddin Rathod Gujarat
Education
113. Kalyan Singh Rawat Social Work Uttarakhand
114. Chintala Venkat Reddy Others-Agriculture Telangana
115. Dr. Shanti Roy Medicine Bihar
Radhammohan & Ms.

116. Others-Agriculture Odisha
Sabarmatee (Duo)*
Others-Animal
117. Batakrushna Sahoo Odisha
Husbandry
118. Trinity Saioo Others-Agriculture Meghalaya
119. Adnan Sami Art Maharashtra
120. Vijay Sankeshwar Trade and Industry Karnataka
121. Dr. Kushal Konwar Sarma Medicine Assam
Sayed Mehboob Shah Qadri

122. Social Work Maharashtra
alias Sayedbhai
123. Mohammed Sharif Social Work Uttar Pradesh
124. Shyam Sunder Sharma Art Bihar
125. Dr. Gurdip Singh Medicine Gujarat
126. Ramjee Singh Social Work Bihar
127. Vashishtha Narayan Singh Science and Engineering Bihar
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(Posthumous)
128. Daya Prakash Sinha Art Uttar Pradesh
129. Dr. Sandra Desa Souza Medicine Maharashtra
Literature and
130. Vijayasarathi Sribhashyam Telangana
Education
Kalee Shabi Mahaboob & Sheik
131. Mahaboob Subani Art Tamil Nadu
(Duo)*
Jammu and
132. Javed Ahmad Tak Social Work
Kashmir
133. Pradeep Thalappil Science and Engineering Tamil Nadu
Literature and
134. Yeshe Dorjee Thongchi Arunachal Pradesh
Education
Literature and
135. Robert Thurman USA
Education
136. Agus Indra Udayana Social Work Indonesia
137. Harish Chandra Verma Science and Engineering Uttar Pradesh
138. Sundaram Verma Social Work Rajasthan
Dr. Romesh Tekchand

139. Trade and Industry USA
Wadhwani
140. Suresh Wadkar Art Maharashtra
141. Prem Watsa Trade and Industry Canada
Note: * In d Uo case, the award is coUNted as one.
MCQ
1. India has the largest Higher Education System in the World after :
(a) The United States of America
(b) Australia
(c) China
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(d) United Kingdom (U.K.)
Select the correct answer from the code given below :
(1) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
(4) (a) and (c) only
Answer: 2
2. Prime Minister Research Fellowship is for students pursuing Ph.D programme in :

(1) State and Central Universities
(2) Central Universities, IISc, IITs, NITs, IISERs and IIITs
(3) IISc, IITs, NITs, IISERs, IIITs, State and Central Universities
(4) IITs and IISc
Answer: 3
3. Which of the following statements are correct about gender budgeting ?

(a) It is a separate budget addressing the specic needs of women.
(b) It assesses the impact of government budget on women.
(c) It is an accounting exercise.
(d) It is another budgeting innovation.
(1) (b) and (d) only
(2) (a) and (d) only
Answer: 1
4. Which of the following are the barriers to citizen-centric administration in India ?

(a) Wooden and inflexible attitude of the civil servants
(b) Ineffective implementation of laws and rules
(c) Awareness of rights and duties of citizens
(d) Lack of job opportunities for the youth
(1) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
Answer: 1
5. Which of the following are the goals of higher education in India ?

(a) Access
(b) Equity
(c) Quality and Excellence
(d) Relevance
(e) Value based education
(f) Compulsory and free education
(1) (a), (b) and (e) only
(2) (a), (b), (e) and (f)
(3) (a), (b), (c), (d) and (e)
(4) (a), (b), (c), (d), (e) and (f)
Answer: 3
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6. Which of the following has been ranked the best college in the country (2017) as per the National Institutional Ranking
Framework (NIRF) ?
(1) Miranda House, Delhi
(2) St. Stephen’s College, Delhi
(3) Fergusson College, Pune
(4) Maharaja’s College, Mysore
Answer: 1
7. Which of the following universities has received the Visitor’s Award for the best Central University in India in Feb.
2017 ?
(1) Jawaharlal Nehru University
(2) Banaras Hindu University
(3) Tezpur University
(4) University of Hyderabad
Answer: 1
8. Who among the following can be removed by the President without Parliament’s resolution ?
(1) Judge of a High Court
(2) Governor of a State
(3) Chief Election Commissioner
(4) Comptroller and Auditor – General
Answer: 2
9. Which of the following come(s) within the ambit of the term ‘corruption’ ?
(a) Misuse of official position
(b) Deviation from rules, laws and norms
(c) Non-action when action is required
(d) Harm to public good
(1) (a) only
(3) (a), (b) and (d)
(4) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
Answer: 4
10. Which of the following are the demerits of globalisation of higher education ?
(a) Exposure to global curriculum
(b) Promotion of elitism in education
(c) Commoditization of higher education
(d) Increase in the cost of education
Codes :
(1) (a) and (d)
(2) (a), (c) and (d)
(3) (b), (c) and (d)
(4) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
Answer: 3
11. Which of the following statements are correct about deemed universities ?
(a) The Governor of the State is the chancellor of deemed universities.
(b) They can design their own syllabus and course work.
(c) They can frame their own guidelines regarding admission and fees.
(d) They can grant degrees.
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Codes :
(1) (a), (b) and (c)
(2) (b), (c) and (d)
(3) (a), (c) and (d)
(4) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
Answer: 2
12. The purpose of value education is best served by focussing on

(1) Cultural practices prevailing in the society.
(2) Norms of conduct laid down by a social group.
(3) Concern for human values.
(4) Religious and moral practices and instructions
Answer: 3
13. Which of the following statements are correct ?

(a) Rajya Sabha is a permanent House which can be dissolved only during national emergency.
(b) Rajya Sabha does not represent the local interests of the States.
(c) Members of the Rajya Sabha are not bound to vote at the dictates of the states they represent.
(d) No Union territory has a representative in the Rajya Sabha.
Codes :
(1) (a) and (d)
(2) (b) and (c)
(3) (b), (c) and (d)
(4) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
Answer: 2
14. Which of the following are not necessarily the immediate consequences of the proclamation of the President’s Rule in a
State ?
(a) Dissolution of the State Assembly.
(b) Removal of the Council of Ministers in the State.
(c) Takeover of the State administration by the Union Government.
(d) Appointment of a new Chief Secretary.
Codes :
(1) (a) andü (d)
(2) (a), (b) and (c)
(3) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
(4) (b) and (c)
Answer: 1
15. Instead of holding the office during the pleasure of the President who among the following hold(s) office during good
behaviour ?
(a) Governor of a State (b) Attorney General of India
(c) Judges of the High Court (d) Administrator of a Union Territory
Codes :
(1) (a) only
(2) (c) only
(3) (a) and (c)
(4) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
Answer: 2
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16. Which of the following set of statements represents acceptable propositions in respect of teaching-learning
relationships ? Choose the correct code to indicate your answer.
(i) When students fail in a test, it is the teacher who fails.
(ii) Every teaching must aim at ensuring learning.
(iii) There can be teaching without learning taking place.
(iv) There can be no learning without teaching.
(v) A teacher teaches but learns also.
(vi) Real learning implies rote learning.
Codes :
(1) (ii), (iii), (iv) and (v)
(2) (i), (ii), (iii) and (v)
(3) (iii), (iv), (v) and (vi)
(4) (i), (ii), (v) and (vi)
Answer: 2
17. Which of the following core values among the institutions of higher education are promoted by the NAAC (National
Assessment and Accreditation Council) ?
(a) Contributing to national development.
(b) Fostering global competencies among the students.
(c) Inculcating a value system among students and teachers.
(d) Promoting the optimum utilization of the infrastructure.
(1) (b),(c)and(d)
(2) (a),(b)and(c)
(3) (a),(c)and(d)
(4) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
Answer: 2
18. The best way for providing value education is through?

(1) discussions on scriptural texts
(2) lectures/discourses on values
(3) seminars / symposia on values
(4) mentoring / reflective sessions on values
Answer: 4
19. The National Judicial Appointments Commission (NJAC) has been declared unconstitutional by
1) The Supreme Court of India
(2) The High Court
(3) The High Court and the Supreme Court both
(4) The President of India
Answer: 1
20. Which of the following statements about the Indian political system is/are correct ?
(a) The President is both Head of the State and Head of the Government
(b) Parliament is Supreme.
(c) The Supreme Court is the guardian of the Constitution.
(d) The Directive Principles of State Policy are justiciable.
(1) (a),(b),(c) and (d) (2) (b), (c) and (d) (3) (b) and (c) 4) (c)only
Answer: 4
21. Which of the following are the fundamental duties ?
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(a) To respect the National Flag.
(b) To protect and improve the natural environment.
(c) For a parent to provide opportunities for education/to his/her child.
(d) To protect monuments and places of national importance.
Select the correct answer from the codes given:
(1) (a),(b)and(c)
(2) (a), (b) and (d)
(3) (a),(c)and(d)
(4) (a), (b),(c) and (d)
Answer: 1
22. Which of the following statements are correct in respect of Niti Aayog?
(a) It is a constitutional body.
(b) It is a statutory body.
(c) It is neither a constitutional body nor a statutory body.
(d) It is a think-tank.
(1) (a)and(d)
(2) (b)and(d)
(3) (c)and(d)
(4) (b), (c) and (d)
Answer: 3
23. A college level assistant professor has planned his/her lectures with an intent to develop cognitive dimensions of
students centered on skills of analysis and synthesis. Below, given are two sets of items
Set – I consisting of levels of cognitive interchange and Set ~ II comprising basic requirements for promoting them. Match
the two sets and indicate your answer by choosing the correct alternative from the code:
Set-I Set-II
(Levels of Cognitive interchange) (Basic requirements for promoting cognitive Interchange)
a. Memory level i. Giving opportunity for discriminating examples and non-examples of a point.
b. Understanding level ii. Recording the important points made during the presentations.
c. Reflective level iii. Asking the students to discuss various items of information.
iv. Critically analyzing the points to be made and discussed.
Codes:
abc
(1) ii iv i
(2) iii iv ii
(3) ii i iv
(4) i ii ii
Answer: 3
24. Which set of learner characteristics may be considered helpful in designing effective teaching-learning systems ?
Select the correct alternative from the codes given below :
(i) Prior experience of learners in respect of the subject.
(ii) Interpersonal relationships of learner’s family friends.
(iii) Ability of the learners in respect of the subject.
(iv) Student’s language background.
(v) Interest of students in following the prescribed dress code.
(vi) Motivational-orientation of the students.
Codes:
(1) (i), (ii), (iii) and (iv)
(2) (i), (iii), (iv) and (vi)
(3) (ii),(iii),(iv)and(v)
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(4) (iii), (iv), (v) and (vi)
Answer: 2
25. Which of the following are the objectives of Kashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhivan (RUSA) ?
(a) To improve the overall quality of state institutions.
(b) lo ensure adequate availability of quality faculty.
(c) To create new institutions through upgradation of existing autonomous colleges.
(d) To downgrade universities with poor infrastructure into autonomous colleges.
(1) (a), (b), (c) and (d) (2) (a), (b) and (c)
(3) (a), (c) and (d) (4) (a), (b) and (d)
Answer : 2
26. The grounds on which discrimination in admission to educational institutions is constitutionally prohibited are :
(a) Religion
(b) Sex
(c) Place of birth
(d) Nationality
(1) (b), (c) and (d)
(2) (a), (b) and (c)
(3) (a), (b) and (d)
(4) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
Answer : 2
27. Which of the following statements are correct about Lok Sabha ?
(a) The Constitution puts a limit on the size of the Lok Sabha.
(b) The size and shape of the Parliamentary Constituencies is determined by the Election Commission.
(c) First – past – the Post electoral system is followed.
(d) The Speaker of Lok Sabha does not have a casting vote in case of an equality of votes.
(1) (a) and (c)
(2) (a), (b) and (c)
(3) (a), (c) and (d)
(4) (a), (b); (c) and (d)
Answer : 1
28. Public Order as an item in the Constitution figures in :

(1) the Union List 2) the State List
(3) the Concurrent List (4) the Residuary Powers
Answer: 3
29. The term of office of the Advocate General of a State is :

(1) 4 years
(2) 5 years
(3) 6 years or 65 years of age whichever is earlier
(4) not fixed
Answer : 4
30. Which among the following States has the highest number of seats in the Lok Sabha ?
(1) Maharashtra (2) Rajasthan (3) Tamil Nadu (4) West Bengal
Answer : 1
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31. The session of the parliament is summoned by :
(1) The President
(2) The Prime Minister
(3) The Speaker of the Lok Sabha
(4) The Speaker of the Lok Sabha and the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
Answer : 1
32. Civil Service Day is celebrated in India on :

(1) 21st April2) 24th April (3) 21st June (4) 7th July
Answer : 1
33. The South Asia University is situated in the city of :

(1) Colombo (2) Dhaka(3) New Delhi (4) Kathmandu
Answer : 3
34. The University Grants Commission was established with which of the following aims ?
(a) Promotion of research and development in higher education
(b) Identifying and sustaining institutions of potential learning
(c) Capacity building of teachers
(d) Providing autonomy to each and every higher educational institution in India
(1) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
(2) (a), (b) and (c)
(3) (b), (c) and (d)
(4) (a), (b) and (d)
Answer : 2
35. The Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) in institutions of higher education in India at present (2015) is about:
(1) 8 percent (2) 12 percent (3) 19 percent (4) 23 percent
Answer : 3
36. The total number of central universities in India in April 2015 was :
(1) 08 (2) 14 (3) 27 (4) 43
Answer : 4
37. The maximum number of fake institutions / universities as identi_ed by the UGC in the year 2014 are in the State /
Union territory of
(A) Bihar B) Uttar Pradesh (C) Tamil Nadu (D) Delhi
Answer : B
38. Which of the following institutions are empowered to confer or grant degrees under the UGC Act, 1956 ?
1. A university established by an Act of Parliament.
2. A university established by an Act of Legislature.
3. A university / institution established by a linguistic minority.
4. An institution which is a deemed to be university.
(A) 1 and 2 (B) 1,2 and 3
(C) 1.2 and 4 (D) 1, 2, 3 and 4
Answer : A
39. Which of the following are the tools of good governance ?

1. Social Audit
2. Separation of Powers 3. Citizen’s Charter
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4. Right to Information
(A) 1,3 and 4 (B) 2. 3 and 4
(C) l and 4 (D) 1,2. 3 and 4
Answer : D
40. Right to Privacy as a Fundamental Right is implied in

(A) Right to Freedom
(B) Right to Life and Personal Liberty (C) Right to Equality
(D) Right against Exploitation
Answer : B
41. Which of the following organizations deals with capacity building Educational Planning ?
(A) NCERT
(B) UGC
(C) NAAC
(D) NUEPA
Answer : A
42. Which of the following powers, the President has in relation to Lok Sabha ?
1. Summoning
2. Adjournment – sine die
3. Prorogation
4. Dissolution
(A) 1 and 4
(B) 1.2 and 3
(C) 1, 3 and 4
(D) 1,2, 3 and 4
Answer : C
43. The interval between two sessions of parliament must not exceed
(A) 3 months
(B) 6 months
(C) 4 months
(D) 100 days
Answer : B
44. Which of the following are Central Universities ?

1. Pondicherry University
2. Vishwa Bharati
3. H.N.B. Garhwal University
4. Kurukshetra University
Codes :
(A) 1,2 and 3
(B) 1,3 and 4
(C) 2, 3 and 4
(D) 1,2 and 4
Answer : A
45. Consider the following statements and select the correct answer from the code given below :
i. Rajasthan receives the highest solar radiation in the country.
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ii. India has the fth largest installed wind power in the world.
iii. The maximum amount of wind power is contributed by TamilNadu.
iv. The primary source of uranium in India is Jaduguda.
Codes:
(A) i and ii
(B) i, ii and iii
(C) ii and iii
(D) i and iv
Answer : D
46. Who among the following is the defacto executive head of the Planning Commission ?
(A) Chairman
(B)Deputy Chairman
(C) Minister of State for Planning
(D) Member Secretary
Answer : B
47. Education as a subject of legislation gures in the
(A) Union List
(B) State List
(C) Concurrent List
(D) Residuary Powers
Answer : C
48. Consider the statement which is followed by two arguments (i) and (ii).
Statement : India should have a very strong and powerful Lokpal.
Arguments : (i) Yes, it will go a long in eliminating corruption in bureaucracy.
(ii) No, it will discourage honest ocers from making quick decisions.
Codes:
(A) Only argument (i) is strong.
(B) Only argument (ii) is strong.
(C) Both the arguments are strong.
(D) Neither of the arguments is strong.
Answer : A
49. Which of the following universities has adopted the meta university concept ?
(A) Assam University
(B) Delhi University
(C) Hyderabad University
(D) Pondicherry University
Answer : B
50. Which of the following statements are correct about a Central University ?
1. Central University is established under an Act of Parliament.
2. The President of India acts as the visitor of the University.
3. The President has the power to nominate some members to the Executive Committee or the Board of Management of
the University.
4. The President occasionally presides over the meetings of the Executive Committee or Court.
Select the correct answer from the code given below:
Codes :
(A) 1,2 and 4
(B) 1,3 and 4
(C) 1,2 and3
(D) 1,2, 3 and 4
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Answer : C
51. The e-content generation for under–graduate courses has been assigned by the Ministry of Human
Resource Development to
(A) INFLIBNET
(B) Consortium for Educational Communication
(C) National Knowledge Commission
(D) Indira Gandhi National Open University
Answer-B
52. Which one of the following Councils has been disbanded in 2013?
(A) Distance Education Council (DEC)
(B) National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE)
(C) National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)
(D) National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)
Answer : A
53. Which of the following statements are correct about the National Assessment and Accreditation Council?
1. It is an autonomous institution.
2. It is tasked with the responsibility of assessing and accrediting institutions of higher education.
3. It is located in Delhi.
4. It has regional offices.
Codes :
(A) l and 3 (B) l and 2
(C) l,2 and 4 (D) 2,3 and 4
Answer : A
54. The power of the Supreme Court of India to decide disputes between two or more States falls under its
(A) Advisory Jurisdiction
(B) Appellate Jurisdiction
(C) Original Jurisdiction
(D)Writ Jurisdiction
Answer : C
55. Which of the following statements are correct?

1. There are seven Union Territories in India.
2. Two Union Territories have Legislative Assemblies
3. One Union Territory has a High Court.
4. One Union Territory is the capital of two States.
(A) 1 and 3 only (B) 2 and 4 only (C) 2, 3 and 4 only (D) 1, 2, 3 and 4
Answer : D
56. Which of the following statements are correct about the Central Information Commission?
1. The Central Information Commission is a statutory body.
2. The Chief Information Commissioner and other Information Commissioners are appointed by the President of India.
3. The Commission can impose a penalty upto a maximum of Rs 25,000/-
4. It can punish an errant officer.
Codes:
(A) 1 and 2 only
(B) 1,2 and 4
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(C) 1,2 and 3
(D) 2, 3 and 4
Answer : C
57. Who among the following conducted the CNN-IBN – The Hindu 2013 Election Tracker Survey across 267
constituencies in 18 States?
(A) The Centre for the Study of Developing Societies (CSDS)
(B) The Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR)
(C) CNN and IBN
(D) CNN, IBN and The Hindu
Answer : A
58. In which of the following categories the enrollment of students in higher in 2010 – 11 was beyond the
percentage Of seats reserved ?
(A) OBC students
(B) SC students
(C) ST students
(D) Woman students
Answer : A
59. Which one of the following statements is not correct about the University Grants Commission (UGC)?
(A) It was established in 1956~by an Act of Parliament.
(B) It is tasked with promoting and coordinating higher education.
(C) It receives Plan and Non-Plan funds from the Central Government.
(D) It receives funds from State Governments in respect of State Universities
Answer : D
60. Consider the statement which is followed by two arguments (I) and (II)
Statement: Should India switch over to a two party system?
Arguments:
(I) Yes, it will lead to stability of Government.
(II) No, it will limit the choice of voters.
(A) Only argument (I) is strong.

(B) Only argument (II) is strong;
Answer : C
61. Consider the statement which is followed by two arguments (I) and (II):
Statement: Should persons with criminal background be banned from contesting elections?
Arguments: (I) Yes, it will decriminalise politics.
(II) No, it will encourage the ruling party to _le frivolous cases against their political opponents.
(A) Only argument (I) is strong.
(B) Only argument (II) is strong.
Answer : A
62. Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct about a Judge of the Supreme Court of India?
1. A Judge of the Supreme Court is appointed by the President of India.
2. He holds office during the pleasure of the President.
3. He can be suspended, pending an inquiry.
4. He can be removed for proven misbehaviour or incapacity.
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Codes :
(A) 1,2and3 (B) 1,3and4
(C) 1 and 3 (D) 1 and 4
Answer : D
63. In the warrant of precedence, the Speaker of the Lok Sabha comes next only to
(A) The President
(B) The Vice-President
(C) The Prime Minister
(D) The Cabinet Ministers
Answer : C
64. Which of the following is not a measure of Human Development Index ?

(A) Literacy Rate
(B) Gross Enrolment
(C) Sex Ratio
(D) Life Expectancy
Answer : C
65. India has the highest number of students in colleges after

(A) U.K. (B) U.S.A. (C) Australia (D) Canada
Answer : B
66. Which of the following statement(s) is/are not correct about the Attorney General of India ?
1. The President appoints a person, who is qualied to be a Judge of a High Court, to be the Attorney General of India.
2. He has the right of audience in all the Courts of the country.
3. He has the right to take part in the proceedings of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha.
4. He has a fixed tenure.
Codes :
(A) l and 4 (B) 2, 3 and 4
(C) 3 and 4 (D) 3 only
Answer : A
67. Which of the following prefix President Pranab Mukherjee desires to be discontinued while interacting
with Indian dignitaries as well as in official notings ?
1. His Excellency 2. Mahamahim
3. Hon’ble 4. Shri/Smt.
Codes :
(A) 1 and 3 (B) 2 and 3
(C) l and 2 (D) 1,2 and 3
Answer : C
68. Which of the following can be done under conditions of nancial emergency ?
1. State Legislative Assemblies can be abolished.
2. Central Government can acquire control over the budget and expenditure of States.
3. Salaries of the Judges of the High Courts and the Supreme Court can be reduced.
4. Right to Constitutional Remedies can be suspended.
Codes :
(A) 1,2 and 3 (B) 2, 3 and 4
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(C) l and2 (D) 2 and 3
Answer : D
69. Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer from the codes given below :
List-I List -II
(a) Poverty Reduction Programme (i) Mid-day Meals
(b) Human Development Scheme (ii) Indira Awas Yojana (IAY)
(c) Social Assistance Scheme (iii) National Old Age Pension (NOAP)
(d) Minimum Need Scheme (iv) MNREGA
Codes :
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (iv) (i) (iii) (ii)
(B) (ii) (iii) (iv) (i)
(C) (iii) (iv) (i) (ii)
(D) (iv) (iii) (ii) (i)
Answer : A
70. Indian Institute of Advanced Study is located at

(A) Dharmshala
(B) Shimla
(C) Solan
(D) Chandigarh
Answer : B
71. Indicate the number of Regional Offices of National Council of Teacher Education.
(A) 04
(B) 05
(C) 06
(D) 08
Answer : A
72. Which of the following rights was considered the “Heart and Soul” of the Indian Constitution by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar ?
(A) Freedom of Speech
(B) Right to Equality
(C) Right to Freedom of Religion
(D) Right to Constitutional Remedies
Answer : D
73. Who among the following created the oce of the District Collector in India ?
(A) Lord Cornwallis
(B) Warren Hastings
(C) The Royal Commission on Decentralisation
(D) Sir Charles Metcalfe
Answer : A
74. The Fundamental Duties of a citizen include

1. Respect for the Constitution, the National Flag and the National Anthem
2. To develop the scientic temper.
3. Respect for the Government.
4. To protect Wildlife.
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below : Codes :
(A) 1, 2 and 3
(B) 1, 2 and 4
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(C) 2, 3 and 4
(D) 1, 3, 4 and 2
Answer : B
75. The President of India takes oath

(A) to uphold the sovereignty and integrity of India.
(B) to bear true faith and allegiance to the Constitution of India.
(C) to uphold the Constitution and Laws of the country.
(D) to preserve, protect and defend the Constitution and the law of the country
Answer : D
76. The aim of value education to inculcate in students is

(A) the moral values
(B) the social values
(C) the political values
(D) the economic values
Answer : A
77. Indicate the number of Regional O_ces of University Grants Commission of India.
(A) 10 (B) 07(C) 08 (D) 09
Answer : B
78. One-rupee currency note in India bears the signature of

(A) The President of India
(B) Finance Minister of India
(C) Governor, Reserve Bank of India
(D) Finance Secretary of Government of India
Answer : D
79. Match the List – I with the List – II and select the correct answer from the codes given below :
(Commissions and Committees) (Year)
(a) First Administrative Reforms Commission (i) 2005
(b) Paul H. Appleby Committee I (ii) 1962
(c) K. Santhanam Committee (iii) 1966
(d) Second Administrative Reforms Commission (iv) 1953
Codes :
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (i) (iii) (ii) (iv)
(B) (iii) (iv) (ii) (i)
(C) (iv) (ii) (iii) (i)
(D) (ii) (i) (iv) (iii)
Answer : B
80. Constitutionally the registration and recognition of political parties is the function performed by
(A) The State Election Commission of respective States
(B) The Law Ministry of Government of India
(C) The Election Commission of India
(D) Election Department of the State Governments
Answer : C
81. The members of Gram Sabha are

(A) Sarpanch, Upsarpanch and all elected Panchas
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(B) Sarpanch, Upsarpanch and Village level worker
(C) Sarpanch, Gram Sevak and elected Panchas
(D) Registered voters of Village Panchayat
Answer : D
82. The first Open University in India was set up in the State
(A) Andhra Pradesh (B) Delhi (C) Himachal Pradesh (D) Tamil Nadu
Answer : A
83. Most of the Universities in India are funded by

(A) the Central Government
(B) the State Governments
(C) the University Grants Commission
(D) Private bodies and Individuals
Answer : C
84. Which of the following organizations looks after the quality of Technical and Management education in
India?
(A) NCTE (B) MCI (C) AICTE (D) CSIR
Answer : C
85. Consider the following statements : Identify the statement which implies natural justice.
(A) The principle of natural justice is followed by the Courts.
(B) Justice delayed is justice denied.
(C) Natural justice is an inalienable right of a citizen
(D) A reasonable opportunity of being heard must be given.
Answer : D
86. The President of India is

(A) the Head of State
(B) the Head of Government
(C) both Head of the State and the Head of the Government
Answer : A
87. Who among the following holds oce during the pleasure of the President of India?
(A) Chief Election Commissioner
(B) Comptroller and Auditor General of India
(C) Chairman of the Union Public Service Commission
(D) Governor of a State
Answer : D
88. India’s rst Defence University is in the State of

(A) Haryana B) Andhra Pradesh (C) Uttar Pradesh (D) Punjab
Answer : A
89. Most of the Universities in India

(A) conduct teaching and research only
(B) aliate colleges and conduct examinations
(C) conduct teaching/research and examinations
(D) promote research only
Answer : C
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90. Which one of the following is not a Constitutional Body ?
(A) Election Commission
(B) Finance Commission
(C) Union Public Service Commission
(D) Planning Commission
Answer : D
91. Which one of the following statements is not correct ?

(A) Indian Parliament is supreme.
(B) The Supreme Court of India has the power of judicial review.
(C) There is a division of powers between the Centre and the States.
(D) There is a Council of Ministers to aid and advise the President.
Answer : B
92. Which one of the following statements reects the republic character of Indian democracy ?
(A) Written Constitution
(B) No State religion
(C) Devolution of power to local Government institutions
(D)Elected President and directly or indirectly elected Parliament
Answer : D
93. Who among the following appointed by the Governor can be removed by only the President of India ?
(A) Chief Minister of a State
(B) A member of the State Public Service Commission
(C) Advocate-General
(D) Vice-Chancellor of a State University
Answer : B
94. The accreditation process by National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) differs from that of National
Board of Accreditation (NBA) in terms of
(A) Disciplines covered by both being the same, there is duplication of efforts.
(B) One has institutional grading approach and the other has programme grading approach.
(C) Once get accredited by NBA or NAAC, the institution is free from renewal of grading, which is not a progressive
decision.
(D) This accreditation amounts to approval of minimum standards in the quality of education in the institution concerned.
Answer : B
95. Which option is not correct ?

(A) Most of the educational institutions of National repute in scientific and technical sphere fall under 64th entry of Union
list.
(B) Education, in general, is the subject of concurrent list since 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act 1976.
(C) Central Advisory Board on Education (CABE) was first established in 1920.
(D) India had implemented the right to Free and Compulsory Primary Education in 2002 through 86th
Constitutional Amendment
Answer : A
96. Which statement is not correct about the “National Education Day” of India ?
(A) It is celebrated on 5th September every year.
(B) It is celebrated on 11th November every year.
(C) It is celebrated in the memory of India’s first Union Minister of Education, Dr. Abul Kalam Azad.
(D) It is being celebrated since 2008
Answer : A
97. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below :
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(Articles of the Constitution) (Institutions)
(a) Article 280 (i) Administrative Tribunals
(b) Article 324 (ii) Election Commission of India
(c) Article 323 (iii) Finance Commission at Union level
(d) Article 315 (iv) Union Public Service Commission
Codes :
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (i) (ii) (iii) (iv)
(B) (iii) (ii) (i) (iv
(C) (ii) (iii) (iv) (i)
(D) (ii) (iv) (iii) (i)
Answer : B
98. Deemed Universities declared by UGC under Section 3 of the UGC Act 1956, are not permitted to
(A) offer programmes in higher education and issue degrees.
(B) give a_liation to any institute of higher education.
(C) open off-campus and off-shore campus anywhere in the country and overseas respectively without the permission of
the UGC.
(D) offer distance education programmes without the approval of the Distance Education Council.
Answer : C
99. The recommendation of National Knowledge Commission for the establishment of 1500 Universities is to
(A) create more teaching jobs
(B) ensure increase in student enrolment in higher education
(C) replace or substitute the privately managed higher education institutions by public institutions
(D) enable increased movement of students from rural areas to urban areas
Answer : B
100. According to Article 120 of the Constitution of India, the business in Parliament shall be transacted in
(A) English only
(B) Hindi only
(C) English and Hindi both
(D) All the languages included in Eighth Schedule of the Constitution
Answer : C
101. Which of the following is more interactive and student centric ?

(A) Seminar (B) Workshop
(C) Lecture (D) Group Discussion
Answer : D
102. The Parliament in India is composed of

(A) Lok Sabha & Rajya Sabha
(B) Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha & Vice President
(C) Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha & President
(D) Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha with their Secretariats
Answer : C
103. The enrolment in higher education in India is contributed both by Formal System of Education and by System of
Distance Education. Distance education contributes
(A) 50% of formal system
(B) 25% of formal system
(C) 10% of the formal system
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(D) Distance education system’s contribution is not taken into account while considering the figures of enrolment in higher
education
Answer : B
104. Assertion 6. (A) : The U.G.C. Academic Staff Colleges came into existence to improve the quality of teachers.
Reason (R) : University and college teachers have to undergo both orientation and refresher courses.
(A) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation.
(B) Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
(C) (A) is correct and (R) is false.
(D) (A) is false and (R) is correct.
Answer : A
105. The Kothari Commission’s report was entitled on :

(A) Education and National Development
(B) Learning to be adventure
(C) Diversi_cation of Education
(D) Education and socialization in democracy
Answer : A
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Dedicated to My Mother Smt.

(B.Com, M.Com. MBA, B.Ed., CTET, NET- Commerce-3Times)

The objective of Teaching-

Levels of teaching (Memory, Understanding and Reflective)

1. Memory level: Thoughtless teaching

1. Memory level of teaching

 The thinking ability does not play any role.

Merits of memory level teaching

Demerits of memory level teaching

1. This does not contribute to the development of the student’s capabilities.

 seeing the total use of facts

Merits of the understanding level of teaching

1. At this level of teaching students to make use of their thinking abilities.

Demerits of the understanding level of teaching

3. Reflective level of teaching

Merits of reflective level teaching

Demerits of reflective level teaching

BASIC REQUIREMENTS OF TEACHING

Characteristics of Good Learner:-

It depends on the various factors of teacher-

 Institution – Teacher is abiding by administrative policy of the institution affecting the

#1 Instructor/Teacher Centred Methods

THE LECTURE METHOD

THE DISCUSSION METHOD

THE PROGRAMMED INSTRUCTION METHOD

 To provide remedial instruction.

THE STUDY ASSIGNMENT METHOD

 To orient students to a topic prior to classroom or Laboratory work.

THE TUTORIAL METHOD

THE SEMINAR METHOD

THE DEMONSTRATION METHOD

 To teach manipulative operations or procedures.

Study Webs of Active Learning for Young Aspiring Minds (SWAYAM)

SWAYAM Prabha: the 32 Educational DTH Channels

The SWAYAM PRABHA is a group of 32 DTH channels devoted to telecasting of high-quality

TRADITIONAL TEACHING METHODS AND SUPPORT SYSTEM

MODERN AND ICT BASED TEACHING METHODS

∙ The process of evaluation should be informed properly to all the student

Difference between evaluation and assessment

Normally, there are four types of evaluation

3. Norm referenced evaluation

CHOICE BASED CREDIT SYSTEM IN HIGHER EDUCATION

TEACHING APTITUDE – MCQ- 9 QUESTIONS IN EXAM

1. Emotional Adjustment of students is effective in-

2. Black-board can be included in which group/category of teaching-aids?

3. Which of the following is related with teaching skill ?

4. Students who ask questions in the class should be-

6. Which of the following learner characteristics is highly related to effectiveness of

11. Character is developed by-

12. Which of the following is not a level of teaching learning ?

13. NUEPA is mainly concerned with-

14. The name of Yashpal Committee Report (1993) is-

15. The Father of Psychoanalysis is-

16. In pedagogy computer is used-

17. Which of the following is die brain of the computer ?

18. Spare the rod —- spoil the child.

19. The concept of school complex was first executed in-

20. The proponent of the Cognitive Theory of teaching is-

22. The determinant of teaching skill training is-