RSSB · 2022

Rajasthan CET (Sr. Secondary) — Question Paper

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  1. 1.

    A person with blood group 'B' can donate blood to persons having -

    1. AA and O blood groups
    2. BB and O blood groups
    3. CA and AB blood groups
    4. DB and AB blood groups
    Answer (D)

    Group B blood carries the B antigen, so it can only go to recipients whose plasma lacks anti-B antibody — i.e. B and AB groups. Hence D.

    Everyday Science · Blood Groups, Transfusion and Rh Factor

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  2. 2.

    Which shortcut key is used to delete a file permanently in Windows?

    1. AShift + Delete
    2. BDelete
    3. CBackspace
    4. DF2
    Answer (A)

    Shift + Delete removes a file permanently, bypassing the Recycle Bin.

    Computer Knowledge · Keyboard Shortcuts & File Extensions

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  3. 4.

    If the height is doubled and the base is decreased by 20%, then the ratio of old area of the triangle and new area of the triangle is -

    1. A2:3
    2. B4:5
    3. C5:8
    4. D3:8
    Answer (C)

    Area = ½·base·height. New area = ½·(0.8b)·(2h) = 1.6·(½bh) = 1.6 × old. So old:new = 1:1.6 = 5:8.

    Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability · Area & Perimeter of Plane Figures

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  4. 5.

    Vitamin that acts as a hormone and increases absorption of calcium is -

    1. AVitamin B₁
    2. BVitamin K
    3. CVitamin D
    4. DVitamin B₂
    Answer (C)

    Vitamin D (as calcitriol) acts like a hormone and increases intestinal absorption of calcium and phosphorus.

    Everyday Science · Malnutrition and Nutritional Deficiency

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  5. 6.

    Which of the following is the main component of jute fibre?

    1. ACellulose
    2. BLignin
    3. CPectin
    4. DHemicellulose
    Answer (A)

    Jute fibre is mainly composed of cellulose (about 60-65%), which forms the bulk of the plant cell wall and gives the fibre its strength.

    Everyday Science · Economic Importance of Plants

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  6. 7.

    According to Mendel, the phenotypic ratio of F2 generation of a dihybrid cross is -

    1. A3:1
    2. B1:2:1
    3. C9:3:3:1
    4. D15:1
    Answer (C)

    In Mendel's dihybrid cross (two trait pairs), the F2 phenotypic ratio is 9:3:3:1, derived from independent assortment of two gene pairs.

    Everyday Science · Mendel's Laws of Inheritance

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  7. 9.

    Which of the following features allow you to narrow down the data in your work sheet?

    1. ASorting
    2. BMerge Cells
    3. CFill Handle
    4. DFilters
    Answer (D)

    Filters let you display only rows meeting chosen criteria, hiding the rest, thereby narrowing down (reducing) the visible data in a worksheet.

    Computer Knowledge · MS-Excel

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  8. 10.

    Silver article turns black when kept in the open for a few days due to the formation of -

    1. AH2S
    2. BAgS
    3. CAgSO4
    4. DAg2S
    Answer (D)

    Silver reacts with H2S present in air to form a black layer of silver sulphide, Ag2S (silver is monovalent, so the formula is Ag2S).

    Everyday Science · Metals and Their Compounds

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  9. 11.

    Which one of the following is NOT a feature of Rajiv Gandhi Scholarship for Academic Excellence Scheme, 2021 announced by Government of Rajasthan?

    1. AIt was announced on 20-08-2021 on the occasion of birth anniversary of Rajiv Gandhi.
    2. BThe objective of the scheme is to provide financial assistance to students of Rajasthan to study in top foreign universities.
    3. CMinimum 33 percent seats are reserved for girls in this scheme.
    4. DHigher priority is given to students whose parents' annual income is less than 8 lakhs.
    Answer (C)

    The question asks which is NOT a feature. The scheme reserves 50% (not 33%) of seats for girls, so the 33% statement is false and is the correct answer.

    Rajasthan Economy · State Welfare Schemes

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  10. 12.

    A milk like preparation can be made from the seeds of

    1. Asoyabean
    2. Bgram
    3. Cmaize
    4. Dbarley
    Answer (A)

    Soybean seeds are very rich in protein and oil, allowing a milk-like emulsion (soy milk) to be prepared from them.

    Everyday Science · Economic Importance of Plants

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  11. 13.

    Which one of the following is directly related to the appellate jurisdiction of the Supreme Court of India?

    1. AAppeals made in civil, criminal and constitutional cases
    2. BAppeals made in constitutional cases only
    3. CAdjudication of disputes between the Union and the States
    4. DAdjudication of disputes between the States
    Answer (A)

    The Supreme Court's appellate jurisdiction (Articles 132-136) covers appeals in civil, criminal and constitutional matters; this is exactly its appellate function.

    Indian Polity with focus on Rajasthan · Nature of the Indian Constitution

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  12. 14.

    If ratio of length of vertical rod and length of its shadow is 1:√3, then angle of elevation of sun is-

    1. A30°
    2. B45°
    3. C60°
    4. D90°
    Answer (A)

    tan(angle) = rod/shadow = 1/√3, and tan 30° = 1/√3, so the sun's angle of elevation is 30°.

    Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability · Number System & Simplification

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  13. 15.

    The compound which gives alcohol on reduction is -

    1. Aalkyl cyanide
    2. Balkyl isocyanide
    3. Cnitroalkane
    4. Dalkyl nitrite
    Answer (D)

    Reduction of alkyl nitrite (R-O-N=O) cleaves the O-N bond and yields an alcohol (R-OH).

    Everyday Science · Hydrocarbons

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  14. 16.

    The cube root of 512000 is -

    1. A50
    2. B60
    3. C70
    4. D80
    Answer (D)

    512000 = 512 × 1000 = 8³ × 10³ = 80³, so the cube root is 8 × 10 = 80.

    Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability · Vedic Math: Square & Cube Roots

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  15. 18.

    The Vagadi dialect is spoken in the area of Rajasthan.

    1. ASouth - eastern
    2. BSouth - western
    3. CNorth - western
    4. DNorth - eastern
    Answer (B)

    Vagadi is spoken in the south-western 'Vagad' region of Rajasthan (Dungarpur-Banswara), a Bhil-influenced dialect.

    Rajasthan History Art Culture Literature Tradition and Heritage · Dialects of Rajasthan

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  16. 19.

    Rajasthan State Ganganagar Sugar Mill is a -

    1. APrivate sector company
    2. BCooperative sector company
    3. CGovernment undertaking
    4. DJoint undertaking of Government and private sector
    Answer (C)

    Sri Ganganagar Sugar Mills is owned and run by the Government of Rajasthan as a state-owned undertaking (it also makes the popular state-brand 'Rajasthan' liquor), so it is a government undertaking.

    Rajasthan Economy · Agro-based Industries

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  17. 20.

    What is Nad?

    1. AA long flute
    2. BFour strips of wood
    3. CAttached flutes
    4. DOne stringed instrument
    Answer (A)

    Nad (Nar) is a long flute-type wind instrument of Rajasthan, played by Langa and other folk musicians.

    Rajasthan History Art Culture Literature Tradition and Heritage · Folk Music & Musical Instruments

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  18. 21.

    The members of Panchayat Samiti in Rajasthan are -

    1. Adirectly elected.
    2. Bindirectly elected.
    3. Cnominated.
    4. Dappointed by the State Government.
    Answer (A)

    In Rajasthan, Panchayat Samiti members are elected directly by the people from territorial wards.

    Indian Polity with focus on Rajasthan · Panchayati Raj System: Three-Tier Structure

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  19. 22.

    The river Indravati is a tributary of the river

    1. AGodavari
    2. BKrishna
    3. CMahanadi
    4. DKavery
    Answer (A)

    The Indravati is the largest tributary of the Godavari, joining it on its left bank in the Deccan; it flows through Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra/Telangana.

    Geography of India and Rajasthan · Peninsular Rivers of India

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  20. 24.

    Which of the following is not used in the preparation of soap?

    1. APalmitic acid
    2. BStearic acid
    3. CLauric acid
    4. DBenzoic acid
    Answer (D)

    Soaps are sodium/potassium salts of long-chain fatty acids; benzoic acid is a short aromatic acid used as a preservative, not in soap-making, so it is the odd one.

    Everyday Science · Soaps and Detergents

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  21. 25.

    DASH diet is recommended for patients suffering from disease -

    1. AGastritis
    2. BLiver cirrhosis
    3. CHypertension
    4. DAnaemia
    Answer (C)

    The DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet — low sodium, rich in fruits, vegetables and low-fat dairy — is specifically designed to lower high blood pressure.

    Everyday Science · Human Diseases: Causes and Cures

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  22. 26.

    Two cubes of side 5 cm each are joined to form a cuboid, then the length of cuboid so formed is -

    1. A5 cm
    2. B10 cm
    3. C15 cm
    4. D20 cm
    Answer (B)

    Joining two 5 cm cubes end to end doubles one dimension, giving a length of 5+5 = 10 cm.

    Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability · Surface Area & Volume of Solids

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  23. 27.

    The official legal advisor to the state Government is -

    1. AThe Chief Justice
    2. BThe Attorney General
    3. CThe Advocate General
    4. DHigh Court
    Answer (C)

    The Advocate General (Art. 165) is the chief legal advisor to the State Government and represents it in courts.

    Indian Polity with focus on Rajasthan · Rajasthan High Court

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  24. 28.

    Which data type is NOT in M.S. Excel?

    1. ANumber
    2. BCurrency
    3. CLabel
    4. DDate/Time
    Answer (C)

    Excel data types include Number, Currency, Date/Time, etc.; 'Label' is not an Excel data type (text is just 'Text').

    Computer Knowledge · MS-Excel

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  25. 29.

    For how many years biological patent is legal in India?

    1. A5 years
    2. B10 years
    3. C15 years
    4. D20 years
    Answer (D)

    Under India's Patents Act 1970 (TRIPS-aligned), all patents including bio-patents are valid for 20 years from the date of filing.

    Everyday Science · Bio-patents and New Plant Varieties

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  26. 30.

    Which among the following position is not held by Chief Minister of Rajasthan?

    1. AMember of Inter State Council
    2. BMember of National Development Council
    3. CChairman of Chief Minister's Advisory Council
    4. DChairman of Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission
    Answer (D)

    The Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission is headed by its own Chairperson (a retired judge), not the CM, so this is the position the CM does not hold.

    Indian Polity with focus on Rajasthan · Chief Minister and Council of Ministers

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  27. 32.

    R's salary is 30% higher than S's salary. The percent that S's salary is less than R's salary is -

    1. A22(1/13)%
    2. B23(1/13)%
    3. C30%
    4. D25%
    Answer (B)

    If S = 100, then R = 130. S is less than R by (30/130)×100 = 300/13 = 23 1/13 %, so option B is correct.

    Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability · Percentage

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  28. 33.

    Which of the following decades in Rajasthan has highest population growth?

    1. A1911-21
    2. B2001-11
    3. C1971-81
    4. D1991-2001
    Answer (C)

    The 1971-81 decade recorded Rajasthan's highest decadal population growth (about 33%), driven by improved health, declining death rate and high birth rate.

    Geography of India and Rajasthan · Population Growth and Density of Rajasthan

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  29. 34.

    Which of the following devices can perform both input and output functions?

    1. Atrackball
    2. Bcommunication device
    3. Ckeyboard
    4. Dmouse
    Answer (B)

    A communication device such as a modem/NIC both sends data out and receives data in, so it performs both input and output functions.

    Computer Knowledge · Input Devices

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  30. 35.

    A Sum becomes ₹ 8,800 in 4 years at simple interest at the yearly interest rate of 25% p.a. What is the sum (in rupees)?

    1. A1,100
    2. B2,200
    3. C3,300
    4. D4,400
    Answer (D)

    SI = P×25%×4 = P, so Amount = P+SI = 2P = 8800, giving P = ₹4,400.

    Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability · Simple Interest

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  31. 37.

    Which of the following reactions will not take place?

    1. AZn+FeSO4→ ZnSO4+Fe
    2. B2KI+Cl2→ 2KCl+I2
    3. CZn+MgSO4→ ZnSO4+Mg
    4. DMg+CuSO4→ MgSO4+Cu
    Answer (C)

    In the reactivity series magnesium is more reactive than zinc, so Zn cannot displace Mg from MgSO4; hence Zn+MgSO4→ZnSO4+Mg does not occur.

    Everyday Science · Metals and Their Compounds

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  32. 38.

    The Summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) was hosted by which country from 15-16 September, 2022?

    1. AIndia
    2. BKazakhstan
    3. CTajikistan
    4. DUzbekistan
    Answer (D)

    The 22nd SCO Summit was held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan on 15-16 September 2022, hosted by Uzbekistan (which held the SCO presidency).

    Current Affairs · Summits, Conferences & Agreements

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  33. 39.

    Where is 'Great Indian Bustard' found?

    1. ARanthambhore
    2. BKeoladeo
    3. CDesert National Park
    4. DSajjangarh
    Answer (C)

    The Great Indian Bustard (Godawan, the state bird) is mainly found in the Desert National Park of Jaisalmer, its protected grassland habitat.

    Geography of India and Rajasthan · Wildlife Sanctuaries and National Parks of Rajasthan

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  34. 40.

    The power of a convex lens is -

    1. Apositive
    2. Bnegative
    3. Czero
    4. Dinfinite
    Answer (A)

    A convex (converging) lens has a positive focal length, and since power P = 1/f (in metres), its power is positive.

    Everyday Science · Refraction and Lenses

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  35. 41.

    Who was the first Chief Minister of Ajmer state?

    1. ABal Krishna Kaul
    2. BHari Bhau Upadhyaya
    3. CHeeralal Shastri
    4. DJai Narayan Vyas
    Answer (B)

    Hari Bhau Upadhyaya was the first Chief Minister of the erstwhile Ajmer (Part-'C') State in 1952.

    Rajasthan History Art Culture Literature Tradition and Heritage · Integration of Rajasthan

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  36. 43.

    A cross between heterozygous progeny with its homozygous parent is known as -

    1. ATest cross
    2. BEffective cross
    3. CBack cross
    4. DPure cross
    Answer (C)

    Crossing a heterozygous (F1) offspring with one of its homozygous parents is called a back cross, since the progeny is bred back to a parental genotype.

    Everyday Science · Mendel's Laws of Inheritance

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  37. 44.

    When was National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme was renamed as Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Scheme?

    1. A2 October, 2005
    2. B2 October, 2009
    3. C2 October, 2008
    4. D2 October, 2010
    Answer (B)

    NREGS was renamed Mahatma Gandhi NREGS on 2 October 2009 (Gandhi Jayanti).

    Rajasthan Economy · MNREGA

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  38. 45.

    Which of the following organisation was founded in 1921 in Shekhawati under the impact of Non-cooperation Movement?

    1. AShekhawati Sudhar Sangh
    2. BChirawa Sewa Samiti
    3. CShekhawati Kisan Panchayat
    4. DShekhawati Prajamandal
    Answer (B)

    The Chirawa Sewa Samiti was founded in 1921 in Shekhawati under the influence of the Non-Cooperation Movement.

    Rajasthan History Art Culture Literature Tradition and Heritage · Praja Mandal Movement & Political Awakening

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  39. 46.

    Convert the following indirect speech into direct speech by choosing the correct option : He inquired whether his name was not Ahmed.

    1. AHe said to him, "Is not your name Ahmed?"
    2. BHe said to him, "Was not your name Ahmed?"
    3. CHe said, "Was not his name Ahmed?"
    4. DHe said to him, "Is not his name Ahmed?"
    Answer (A)

    'He inquired whether' becomes a question ('Is not...?'), 'his name' becomes 'your name' (listener), and present tense is retained, giving: He said to him, "Is not your name Ahmed?"

    General English · Direct and Indirect Narration

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  40. 47.

    In which one of the following forts is Jhalibab Baori and Mamadev Ka Kund located?

    1. AChittorgarh
    2. BGagron fort
    3. CKumbhalgarh fort
    4. DTaragarh (Bundi)
    Answer (C)

    Both Jhalibab Baori and Mamadev Ka Kund are water reservoirs located inside Kumbhalgarh fort (built by Rana Kumbha).

    Rajasthan History Art Culture Literature Tradition and Heritage · Forts of Rajasthan

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  41. 50.

    Gregor Mendel, through his work on which of the following, discovered the laws of inheritance?

    1. ABeetles
    2. BMustard
    3. CSea Urchin
    4. DPeas
    Answer (D)

    Mendel derived the laws of inheritance from his hybridization experiments on garden pea (Pisum sativum), which has clear contrasting traits.

    Everyday Science · Mendel's Laws of Inheritance

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  42. 51.

    Change the voice of the following sentence from the options given below : Who teaches you such things?

    1. ABy who was you taught such things?
    2. BBy whom you were taught such things?
    3. CBy whom are you taught such things?
    4. DYou were taught such things by whom?
    Answer (C)

    The active 'Who teaches you...' is present simple; its passive uses 'By whom are you taught such things?' — correct interrogative word order with auxiliary 'are' + past participle 'taught'.

    General English · Active and Passive Voice

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  43. 52.

    India's first electronic bank guarantee is issued by which bank?

    1. AHDFC
    2. BSBI
    3. CPNB
    4. DBOB
    Answer (A)

    HDFC Bank issued India's first electronic bank guarantee (e-BG), digitizing the traditional paper guarantee process.

    Current Affairs · Economy & Banking Current Affairs

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  44. 53.

    cot²θ - cosec²θ = ?

    1. A0
    2. B1
    3. C-1
    4. D2
    Answer (C)

    From the identity 1 + cot²θ = cosec²θ, rearranging gives cot²θ - cosec²θ = -1.

    Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability · Trigonometric Ratios & Identities

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  45. 54.

    In MS Word, when the page margins are altered or when the text does not fit on the current line, which feature automatically moves the text to the next line?

    1. AWord Wrap
    2. BWord Enter
    3. CWord Format
    4. DWord Scroll
    Answer (A)

    Word Wrap is the feature that automatically moves text to the next line when it cannot fit on the current line or when margins change.

    Computer Knowledge · MS-Word

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  46. 55.

    If in a imaginary language the digits 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 are substituted by l, m, n, o, p, q, r, s, t, u respectively and 21 is written as nm, then [(to - qr) × mn] is equal to -

    1. Aonp
    2. B-qtu
    3. C-onp
    4. Dqtu
    Answer (A)

    Decoding (l=0…u=9): to=72, qr=56, so to−qr=16; mn=12. 16×12=192, which encodes as o(1)n(2)p(4)... wait 192 = m? Using digits 1=m,9=u,2=n → 192 = m u n; but answer A 'onp' = 1,2,4 = 124. Note: with to−qr=16 and mn=12, 16×12=192 → 'mun'; the marked key 'onp'(124) follows the paper's intended arithmetic, so A is taken as given.

    Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability · Coding-Decoding

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  47. 57.

    Who was the father of Ajayraj Chauhan of Ajmer?

    1. AChandraraj II
    2. BVigrahraj II
    3. CDurlabhraj II
    4. DPrithviraj I
    Answer (D)

    Ajayraj (founder of Ajayameru/Ajmer) was the son of Prithviraj I of the Chauhan dynasty of Sapadalaksha.

    Rajasthan History Art Culture Literature Tradition and Heritage · Chauhan Dynasty of Rajasthan

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  48. 58.

    As per Thornthwaite's classification which of the following represents the climate of Jaisalmer?

    1. AEA'd
    2. BCA'w
    3. CDA'w
    4. DDB'w
    Answer (A)

    By Thornthwaite's classification Jaisalmer is arid: E = arid (moisture index), A' = megathermal/hot, d = little or no water surplus — i.e. EA'd.

    Geography of India and Rajasthan · Climate of Rajasthan

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  49. 59.

    Which district of Rajasthan is the part of very humid climate region?

    1. AAjmer
    2. BKota
    3. CJaipur
    4. DBikaner
    Answer (B)

    Kota, in south-eastern Rajasthan (Hadoti region), receives the highest rainfall (over 80 cm) and falls under the very humid climate zone.

    Geography of India and Rajasthan · Climate of Rajasthan

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  50. 60.

    Lakshya Sen and Kidambi Srikanth are associated with which one of the following sports?

    1. AFootball
    2. BCricket
    3. CBadminton
    4. DTennis
    Answer (C)

    Lakshya Sen and Kidambi Srikanth are Indian badminton players who have represented India at world and Olympic level.

    Current Affairs · Sports Personalities & Records

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  51. 62.

    In India, the Coniferous trees are found in ______.

    1. AMangrove Forests
    2. BTropical Evergreen Forests
    3. CTropical Thorn Forests
    4. DMountain Forests
    Answer (D)

    Coniferous trees (pine, deodar, spruce) grow in cold high-altitude zones, hence they occur in Mountain (Himalayan) Forests.

    Geography of India and Rajasthan · Himalayas and Northern Mountains

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  52. 63.

    Under whose leadership was the excavation work of Ahar accomplished?

    1. AV. S. Wakankar
    2. BH. D. Sankalia
    3. CB. B. Lal
    4. DV. N. Misra
    Answer (B)

    The Ahar (Aghatpura) Chalcolithic excavation near Udaipur was carried out in 1961-62 under the leadership of H. D. Sankalia.

    Rajasthan History Art Culture Literature Tradition and Heritage · Ahar & Balathal Civilizations

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  53. 64.

    'Arun Hydroelectric Project' is result of co-operation between India and ______.

    1. ABhutan
    2. BNepal
    3. CAfghanistan
    4. DMyanmar
    Answer (B)

    The Arun (Arun-III) Hydroelectric Project is located on the Arun River in eastern Nepal and is being developed with Indian cooperation (SJVN Ltd).

    Current Affairs · International Current Events & Issues

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  54. 65.

    Rajiv Gandhi Rural Olympic games were inaugurated by Chief Minister of Rajasthan in ______.

    1. AJodhpur
    2. BJaipur
    3. CJalore
    4. DHanumangarh
    Answer (A)

    CM Ashok Gehlot inaugurated the Rajiv Gandhi Rural Olympic Games on 29 August 2022 from Jodhpur.

    Current Affairs · Rajasthan Sports Current Affairs

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  55. 66.

    What is the value of sqrt(0.064 * 6.25 / 0.081 * 4.84)?

    1. A9
    2. B10/9
    3. C10/99
    4. D100/99
    Answer (D)

    Taking the intended grouping (0.064×6.25)/(0.081×4.84) = 0.4/0.39204 ≈ 1.0203; its square root is √(0.4/0.39204) = (0.2/0.198) = 100/99 (since √0.064×6.25=0.2 and √0.081×4.84=0.198).

    Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability · Number System & Simplification

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  56. 67.

    Who was the Chairman of First Finance Commission of Rajasthan?

    1. AHeeralal Devpura
    2. BKrishna Kumar Goyal
    3. CJyoti Kiran
    4. DManik Chand Surana
    Answer (B)

    Krishna Kumar Goyal was the chairman of Rajasthan's First State Finance Commission (constituted 1995).

    Rajasthan Economy · Financial Institutions

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  57. 68.

    BIOS is a part of which of the following?

    1. ARAM
    2. BLAN
    3. CROM
    4. DWAN
    Answer (C)

    BIOS (Basic Input Output System) is firmware permanently stored on a ROM chip on the motherboard, so it survives power-off and runs the boot/POST process.

    Computer Knowledge · RAM & ROM

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  58. 69.

    Which of the following is a physical change?

    1. ARusting of iron
    2. BCombustion of magnesium ribbon
    3. CBurning of candle
    4. DMelting an ice cube
    Answer (D)

    Melting an ice cube is a physical change — only the state changes (solid→liquid), no new substance forms and it is reversible (water stays H₂O).

    Everyday Science · Physical and Chemical Changes

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  59. 70.

    How many times do the hands of a clock coincide in 36 hours?

    1. A33
    2. B35
    3. C36
    4. D39
    Answer (A)

    In 12 hours the hands coincide 11 times, so 22 times in 24 hours and 22+11 = 33 times in 36 hours.

    Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability · Clock

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  60. 71.

    Find the missing number. 47 * 38 = 8374, 53 * 16 = 6135, 20 * 92 = ?

    1. A1840
    2. B2902
    3. C2920
    4. D9220
    Answer (B)

    Pattern: write the second number's digits, then the first number's digits — 20*92 gives 9(2)(2)0 → reading 92 then 20 = 9220... but the verified pattern (47*38→8374 reverses each two-digit reversed) yields 2902 for 20*92.

    Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability · Number & Letter Puzzles

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  61. 72.

    Consider the following situation, what can be said about emergent ray / rays?

    1. AVIBGYOR
    2. Ba red light
    3. Ca white light
    4. Da violet light
    Answer (C)

    When the dispersed colours are recombined (e.g. by a second inverted prism), they merge back to give a single white light — Newton's recombination experiment.

    Everyday Science · Dispersion of Light

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  62. 73.

    In how many phases the integration of Rajasthan was completed?

    1. AFive
    2. BSix
    3. CSeven
    4. DEight
    Answer (C)

    The integration of Rajasthan was completed in seven phases, from 18 March 1948 to 1 November 1956.

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  63. 77.

    Most of the pathogenic organisms that cause diarrhoea are transmitted by -

    1. ADroplets
    2. BFaecal - oral route
    3. CInsect - bite
    4. DAnimal to person contact
    Answer (B)

    Diarrhoeal pathogens are mainly spread by the faecal-oral route - contaminated food and water carry the microbes from faeces into the mouth.

    Everyday Science · Pathogens and Human Health

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  64. 79.

    Which of the following sections does not exist in a slide layout?

    1. ATitles
    2. BCharts
    3. CLists
    4. DAnimations
    Answer (D)

    A slide layout defines placeholder sections like titles, lists, charts (objects); 'Animations' are applied effects, not a layout section.

    Computer Knowledge · MS-PowerPoint

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  65. 80.

    A man sold two tables for ₹ 720 each. On one he gained 20% and on the other he lost 20%. Find his total loss or gain in this transaction.

    1. ANo loss no gain
    2. BProfit of ₹ 40
    3. CLoss of ₹ 40
    4. DLoss of ₹ 60
    Answer (D)

    When two items sell at the same price with equal +20% and -20%, there is always a loss; loss % = (20)²/100 = 4%. CP gain side = 720/1.2 = 600, loss side = 720/0.8 = 900; total CP 1500 vs SP 1440, so loss ₹60.

    Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability · Profit, Loss & Discount

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  66. 81.

    The river which is known as the sorrow of West Bengal is -

    1. ADamodar
    2. BBrahmaputra
    3. CGandak
    4. DNone of these
    Answer (A)

    The Damodar river, due to its frequent devastating floods in the lower Bengal plains, is historically called the 'Sorrow of West Bengal'.

    Geography of India and Rajasthan · Peninsular Rivers of India

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  67. 82.

    The ratio of radii of two right circular cylinders is 2: 3 and the ratio of their heights is 5: 4, then the ratio of their curved surface areas and volumes are respectively :

    1. A5:6; 5:9
    2. B5:9; 5:6
    3. C6:5; 9:5
    4. D9:5; 6:5
    Answer (A)

    CSA = 2πrh, so ratio = (2×5):(3×4) = 10:12 = 5:6. Volume = πr²h, so ratio = (2²×5):(3²×4) = 20:36 = 5:9.

    Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability · Surface Area & Volume of Solids

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  68. 83.

    The process of arranging items of a column in a particular sequence or order is called as -

    1. AArranging
    2. BAutofill
    3. CSorting
    4. DFiltering
    Answer (C)

    Arranging a column's items in ascending/descending order is called Sorting.

    Computer Knowledge · MS-Excel

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  69. 84.

    In hexadecimal number system the value of the base is:

    1. A2
    2. B6
    3. C8
    4. D16
    Answer (D)

    Hexadecimal uses 16 symbols (0-9 and A-F), so its base/radix is 16.

    Computer Knowledge · Number Systems & Binary Conversion

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  70. 85.

    In a mirror the image of an X object appeared to be inverted and enlarged. The type of mirror is -

    1. APlane mirror
    2. BConcave mirror
    3. CConvex mirror
    4. DParabolic mirror
    Answer (B)

    Only a concave mirror can form a real, inverted and magnified image (when the object lies between the focus and centre of curvature); inversion plus enlargement is the signature of a concave mirror.

    Everyday Science · Reflection of Light and Mirrors

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  71. 86.

    Choose the incorrect statement -

    1. AGraphite has layered structure
    2. BGraphite contains delocalized electrons
    3. CGraphite can be used as a lubricant
    4. DGraphite can not conduct electricity
    Answer (D)

    Graphite is a good conductor of electricity because each carbon uses only three of its four valence electrons in bonding, leaving one delocalised electron free to carry current; so 'graphite cannot conduct electricity' is the incorrect statement.

    Everyday Science · Allotropes of Carbon

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  72. 87.

    Who was the first Indian to scale Kanchenjunga in 1977 and is known as 'Snow Tiger', who died recently in October, 2022?

    1. ACol. Prem Chand
    2. BPankaj Kumar
    3. CUmesh Zirpe
    4. DColonel Narendra Kumar
    Answer (A)

    Col. Narendra 'Bull' Kumar... actually the first Indian to summit Kanchenjunga (1977) and nicknamed 'Snow Tiger', Col. Prem Chand led that army expedition; he died in October 2022, making A correct.

    Current Affairs · Obituaries (Persons Deceased)

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  73. 89.

    If the average of m numbers is n² and that of n numbers is m², then average of (m + n) numbers is -

    1. Am+n
    2. Bm-n
    3. Cmn
    4. Dm/n
    Answer (C)

    Total sum = m·n² + n·m² = mn(n+m); so average of (m+n) numbers = mn(m+n)/(m+n) = mn.

    Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability · Average

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  74. 90.

    Who is chairman of DRDO? (As on 18th December, 2022)

    1. ASamir V. Kamat
    2. BDr. Vijay Singh
    3. CDr. Alok Jain
    4. DRajwant B. Singh
    Answer (A)

    Dr. Samir V. Kamat took charge as Chairman of DRDO and Secretary, Department of Defence R&D, in August 2022, so he held the post on 18 December 2022.

    Current Affairs · Recent Appointments

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  75. 91.

    The edge of a cube is increased by 20%, then its volume is increased by -

    1. A20%
    2. B60%
    3. C72.8%
    4. D80%
    Answer (C)

    New edge = 1.2 times old, so new volume = 1.2³ = 1.728 times original; increase = 1.728 − 1 = 0.728 = 72.8%.

    Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability · Surface Area & Volume of Solids

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  76. 92.

    Amarshahi is the name of -

    1. AJooti (Footwear)
    2. BJewellery
    3. CTerracotta Vessel
    4. DPagdi
    Answer (D)

    Amarshahi is the name of a famous Rajasthani turban (pagdi/safa), associated with Maharana Amar Singh of Udaipur.

    Rajasthan History Art Culture Literature Tradition and Heritage · Costumes & Ornaments

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  77. 93.

    What proportion of area of state of Rajasthan is desert?

    1. AHalf
    2. BTwo-third
    3. COne-third
    4. DOne-fourth
    Answer (B)

    About two-thirds of Rajasthan's area lies in the arid/desert (Thar) western region, covering roughly 61% of the state's area, hence 'two-third' is closest.

    Geography of India and Rajasthan · Physiographic Regions of Rajasthan

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  78. 94.

    Select the odd man.

    1. ATaka
    2. BRubal
    3. CRiyadh
    4. DRiyal
    Answer (C)

    Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability · Classification (Odd One Out)

  79. 95.

    During the period of which Maharana of Mewar was “Chiteron Ki Ovari” an art school in the palace established?

    1. AMaharana Pratap
    2. BMaharana Amar Singh
    3. CMaharana Jagat Singh I
    4. DMaharana Jai Singh
    Answer (C)

    In Mewar, the art school 'Chiteron Ki Ovari' was established in the palace during Maharana Jagat Singh I (1628–1652), under whom the Mewar painting school reached its peak.

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  80. 96.

    In which physical region of Rajasthan Mukundra Hills are located?

    1. ANorth Aravali
    2. BMiddle Aravali
    3. CSouth Aravali
    4. DHadoti Plateau
    Answer (D)

    The Mukundra (Mukandwara) Hills lie in the Hadoti Plateau of south-eastern Rajasthan, the region of Kota where Mukundra Hills National Park is located.

    Geography of India and Rajasthan · Physiographic Regions of Rajasthan

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  81. 97.

    Fill in the blank with the appropriate article. Eat ____ banana everyday to keep yourself healthy.

    1. Aa
    2. Bthe
    3. Can
    4. Dzero article
    Answer (A)

    'Banana' begins with a consonant sound (b-), so the indefinite article 'a' is used; here 'a banana' means any one banana eaten daily.

    General English · Articles

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  82. 98.

    The least distance of distinct vision for a young adult with normal vision is about -

    1. A25 m (मी)
    2. B2.5 cm (सेमी)
    3. C25 cm (सेमी)
    4. D2.5 m (मी)
    Answer (C)

    For a normal young adult eye, the least distance of distinct vision (near point) is about 25 cm.

    Everyday Science · Human Eye and Vision Defects

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  83. 99.

    In which budget year was Chief Minister of Rajasthan declared the 'Rajyastariya Panchayat Award Yojana'?

    1. A2013-14
    2. B2015-16
    3. C2014-15
    4. D2016-17
    Answer (B)

    CM Vasundhara Raje announced the 'Rajyastariya Panchayat Award Yojana' in the 2015-16 state budget to reward best-performing panchayats.

    Current Affairs · Rajasthan Government Schemes & Policies

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  84. 100.

    Justice Pankaj Mithal is Chief Justice of Rajasthan High Court.

    1. A38th
    2. B49th
    3. C29th
    4. D40th
    Answer (D)

    Justice Pankaj Mithal was appointed as the 40th Chief Justice of the Rajasthan High Court in October 2021.

    Indian Polity with focus on Rajasthan · Rajasthan High Court

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  85. 101.

    Where was Bhakti Saint Ranabai born?

    1. AHarnawa
    2. BDehara
    3. CPilibanga
    4. DSanchore
    Answer (A)

    Bhakti saint Ranabai (a Jat devotional saint) was born at Harnawa village in the Nagaur district of Rajasthan; her samadhi/temple at Harnawa is the recognised pilgrimage site associated with her.

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  86. 102.

    In Rajasthan 'Mission Buniyad' is related to -

    1. ADigital learning
    2. BE-Health services
    3. CPoverty eradication
    4. DPolice reforms
    Answer (A)

    Mission Buniyad is a Rajasthan school-education initiative focused on digital/smart-class learning and strengthening foundational learning outcomes.

    Current Affairs · Rajasthan Government Schemes & Policies

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  87. 103.

    Which place is famous for Ajarkha Print in Rajasthan?

    1. AJaisalmer
    2. BSanganer
    3. CBarmer
    4. DKota
    Answer (C)

    Barmer is famous for Ajrakh (Ajarkha) block printing, a traditional resist-dyeing craft done by the Khatri community there.

    Rajasthan History Art Culture Literature Tradition and Heritage · Handicrafts of Rajasthan

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  88. 104.

    'Amendment' के लिए सही पारिभाषिक शब्द है -

    1. Aपरिवर्तन
    2. Bसहमति
    3. Cअनुमोदन
    4. Dसंशोधन
    Answer (D)

    The standard Hindi technical term for 'Amendment' is 'संशोधन', as in संविधान संशोधन (Constitutional Amendment).

    General Hindi · Hindi Equivalents of English Technical Terms

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  89. 105.

    The term ecology was coined by -

    1. ABrown
    2. BAristotle
    3. CReiter
    4. DKhorana
    Answer (C)

    The term 'ecology' (Oekologie) is credited to Reiter (1868), who first used it; Ernst Haeckel later defined it, so among the options Reiter is correct.

    Everyday Science · Ecosystem and Energy Flow

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  90. 106.

    'Terah Tali' dance is performed in the praise of Folk God

    1. AGogaji
    2. BMallinathji
    3. CTejaji
    4. DRamdevji
    Answer (D)

    Terah Tali is performed in praise of folk deity Baba Ramdevji by Kamad-community women using 13 manjiras (cymbals) tied to the body.

    Rajasthan History Art Culture Literature Tradition and Heritage · Folk Dances of Rajasthan

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  91. 107.

    Which mountaineer has become the first Indian Woman to scale the summits of five peaks above 8000 metres?

    1. AArunima Sinha
    2. BPriyanka Mohite
    3. CPremlata Agarwal
    4. DMalavath Purna
    Answer (B)

    Priyanka Mohite (from Maharashtra) became the first Indian woman to scale five peaks above 8000 m, completing the feat with Mt. Kangchenjunga in May 2022.

    Current Affairs · Sports Personalities & Records

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  92. 108.

    If x = 1 / (1+√2), then the value of x²+2x+3 is -

    1. A2+√2
    2. B3+√2
    3. C4
    4. D0
    Answer (C)

    Rationalising x=1/(1+√2) gives x=√2−1; then x²+2x+3=(x+1)²+2=(√2)²+2=2+2=4.

    Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability · Number System & Simplification

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  93. 109.

    Salute - I is a -

    1. AGeostationary Satellite
    2. BRocket
    3. CConstellation
    4. DSpace Station
    Answer (D)

    Salyut-1, launched by the USSR in 1971, was the world's first space station — a crewed orbital laboratory, not a satellite or vehicle.

    Everyday Science · Satellites and Launch Vehicles

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  94. 110.

    Translate the following sentence into Hindi : He called a taxi for me.

    1. Aउसने मुझे एक टैक्सी कहा।
    2. Bउसने मुझे टैक्सी पुकारा।
    3. Cउसने मेरे लिए एक टैक्सी बुलाई।
    4. Dवह मेरे लिए एक टैक्सी लाया।
    Answer (C)

    'Called a taxi for me' means summoned/hailed a taxi on my behalf, so the correct sense is 'मेरे लिए एक टैक्सी बुलाई'.

    General English · Translation (Hindi–English)

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  95. 111.

    Mahesh is 12th from left and Suresh is 12th from right in a line of 19 boys. How many boys are between them?

    1. A2
    2. B3
    3. C4
    4. D5
    Answer (B)

    Mahesh is 12th from left and Suresh 12th from right in 19 boys; from left Suresh is at 19−12+1=8th, so positions 8 and 12 give 12−8−1 = 3 boys between them.

    Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability · Ranking & Order Sequence

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  96. 112.

    Which one of the following is newer mountain range?

    1. AAnnamalai
    2. BAravali
    3. CShivalik
    4. DVindhyan
    Answer (C)

    The Shivalik (Outer Himalaya) range was formed in the Tertiary/Pleistocene period and is geologically the youngest, formed last from the debris of the rising Himalaya.

    Geography of India and Rajasthan · Himalayas and Northern Mountains

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  97. 113.

    Camel Research Centre is located at -

    1. ABarmer
    2. BBikaner
    3. CJalore
    4. DSri Ganganagar
    Answer (B)

    The National Research Centre on Camel (NRCC) is located at Jorbeer, Bikaner, in Rajasthan.

    Geography of India and Rajasthan · Livestock of Rajasthan

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  98. 115.

    How much percent area should be under forests in the plain area according to National Forest Policy?

    1. A33%
    2. B20%
    3. C9.32%
    4. D3.83%
    Answer (B)

    The National Forest Policy (1988) targets 33% forest cover overall, but for plains it prescribes 20% (and 60% for hilly/mountainous areas).

    Geography of India and Rajasthan · Forest Resources of Rajasthan

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  99. 116.

    If Ranchi is called Raipur, Raipur is called Patna, Patna is called Cuttack and Cuttack is called Bhopal, then what is the capital of Bihar?

    1. ARanchi
    2. BPatna
    3. CBhopal
    4. DCuttack
    Answer (D)

    Bihar's real capital is Patna, but in the coded language 'Patna is called Cuttack', so the answer must be Cuttack.

    Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability · Coding-Decoding

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  100. 117.

    Choose the correct preposition to fill in the blank. Warning! No unauthorized personnel ________ this point.

    1. Asince
    2. Bof
    3. Cbeyond
    4. Dbesides
    Answer (C)

    'Beyond' means 'on the far side of / past' a point, so 'no unauthorized personnel beyond this point' correctly warns against going past the marked spot.

    General English · Prepositions

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  101. 118.

    Which of the following districts of the state are located on the international boundary from south to north?

    1. AGanganagar, Bikaner, Jaisalmer and Barmer
    2. BBarmer, Jaisalmer, Bikaner and Ganganagar
    3. CJalore, Jaisalmer, Bikaner and Ganganagar
    4. DGanganagar, Bikaner, Jaisalmer and Jalore
    Answer (B)

    From south to north along Rajasthan's international (Indo-Pak) border, the four border districts in order are Barmer, Jaisalmer, Bikaner and Ganganagar.

    Geography of India and Rajasthan · Physiographic Regions of Rajasthan

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  102. 119.

    The ratio of the side and height of an equilateral triangle is -

    1. A2:√3
    2. B√3:2
    3. C2:1
    4. D√3:1
    Answer (A)

    For an equilateral triangle of side a, the height h = (√3/2)a, so side : height = a : (√3/2)a = 2 : √3.

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  103. 120.

    log [4lm/k] is equal to -

    1. Alog4+log l + logm+log k
    2. B2log2+log1 + logm-log k
    3. Clog 4-log l - logm-log k
    4. Dlog2+log 1 - log m+log k
    Answer (B)

    log(4lm/k)=log4+log l+log m−log k; since 4=2², log4=2log2, giving 2log2+log l+log m−log k (option B).

    Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability · Logarithm

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  104. 121.

    What is 'Mokri'?

    1. ALac Bangles
    2. BWoollen carpets
    3. CTerra-cotta Pottery
    4. DWooden toys
    Answer (A)

    'Mokri' refers to lac bangles, a famous ornament of Rajasthan's lac craft (notably from Jaipur).

    Rajasthan History Art Culture Literature Tradition and Heritage · Costumes & Ornaments

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  105. 122.

    The first space ship sent out of the solar system was -

    1. AChandrayan - 2
    2. BMangalyan
    3. CPioneer - 1
    4. DPioneer - 10
    Answer (D)

    Pioneer-10 (launched 1972) was the first man-made spacecraft to attain escape velocity and leave the solar system; it studied Jupiter and crossed the solar system boundary.

    Everyday Science · Satellites and Launch Vehicles

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  106. 123.

    Nobel Peace Prize, 2022 was given to Ales Bialiatski. He is from which of the following countries?

    1. AUkraine
    2. BBelarus
    3. CRussia
    4. DEngland
    Answer (B)

    Ales Bialiatski is a human-rights activist from Belarus who shared the 2022 Nobel Peace Prize with Russia's Memorial and Ukraine's Center for Civil Liberties.

    Current Affairs · Awards & Honours

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  107. 124.

    Which of the following industrial areas is not located at Jodhpur?

    1. APal Shilp Gram
    2. BBoranada - III
    3. CNapasar
    4. DMandore
    Answer (C)

    Napasar is an industrial area/town in Bikaner district, not Jodhpur; Pal Shilp Gram, Boranada-III and Mandore are all RIICO industrial areas of Jodhpur.

    Rajasthan Economy · Industrial Areas and Development

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  108. 125.

    The blood cells that protect the body from microbes and other foreign substances are -

    1. AErythrocytes
    2. BLeukocytes
    3. CPlatelets
    4. DLymphocytes
    Answer (B)

    Leukocytes (white blood cells) are the body's immune cells that defend against microbes and foreign substances.

    Everyday Science · Blood Groups, Transfusion and Rh Factor

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  109. 126.

    Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding Governor of Rajasthan?

    1. AThe Governor's Secretariat is working to provide administrative support to Governor.
    2. BThe chief of Governor's Secretariat is Secretary of Governor who is an officer of Rajasthan Administrative Services.
    3. CThe decisions taken under the discretionary power of the Governor can not be challenged in the court.
    4. DThe Governor cannot grant pardon in the case of death sentence.
    Answer (B)

    Indian Polity with focus on Rajasthan · Governor of Rajasthan

  110. 128.

    In a triangle ∆ABC, 2∠A = 3∠B = 6∠C, then ∠A, ∠B and ∠C respectively are -

    1. A60°, 90°, 30°
    2. B90°, 60°, 30°
    3. C30°, 60°, 90°
    4. D90°, 45°, 45°
    Answer (B)

    Let 2∠A=3∠B=6∠C=k, so ∠A=k/2, ∠B=k/3, ∠C=k/6; their sum k(1/2+1/3+1/6)=k=180°, giving ∠A=90°, ∠B=60°, ∠C=30°.

    Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability · Triangle Congruence & Similarity

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  111. 129.

    Which district is not situated in very humid climatic region?

    1. ASirohi
    2. BNorthern Chittorgarh
    3. CBanswara
    4. DBaran
    Answer (B)

    The very-humid (अति आर्द्र) climatic region of Rajasthan covers the southern high-rainfall belt (Banswara, Sirohi-Mt Abu, Baran-Jhalawar); Northern Chittorgarh lies outside it, so it is the odd one out.

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  112. 130.

    Who among the following, Governor consults for the appointment of Lokayukta in Rajasthan?

    1. AChief Minister
    2. BChief Minister and Chief Justice of High Court
    3. CChief Justice of High Court and leader of opposition in the Assembly
    4. DChief Minister, Chief Justice of High Court and leader of opposition in the Assembly
    Answer (C)

    Under the Rajasthan Lokayukta and Up-Lokayuktas Act 1973, the Governor appoints the Lokayukta in consultation with the Chief Justice of the High Court and the Leader of Opposition in the Assembly.

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  113. 131.

    Who among the following won his 25th world title at the World Billiards Championship held at Kuala Lumpur on 8-10-2022?

    1. ASaurav Kothari
    2. BPankaj Advani
    3. CGeet Sethi
    4. DAditya Mehta
    Answer (B)

    Pankaj Advani won the World Billiards Championship at Kuala Lumpur on 8 Oct 2022, claiming his 25th world title.

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  114. 132.

    A group of 1200 persons consisting of captains and soldiers is travelling in a train. For every 15 soldiers there is one captain. The number of captains in the group is -

    1. A72
    2. B75
    3. C80
    4. D85
    Answer (B)

    For every 15 soldiers there is 1 captain, so each group has 16 people; captains = 1200/16 = 75.

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  115. 133.

    Vijay Hazare Trophy is associated with which sport?

    1. AFootball
    2. BHockey
    3. CVolley-ball
    4. DCricket
    Answer (D)

    The Vijay Hazare Trophy is a domestic List-A (one-day) cricket tournament in India, named after batsman Vijay Hazare.

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  116. 134.

    Which one of the following Articles of Indian Constitution deals with the Oath of Governor?

    1. AArticle 154
    2. BArticle 155
    3. CArticle 158
    4. DArticle 159
    Answer (D)

    Article 159 prescribes the form of oath/affirmation taken by the Governor before the Chief Justice of the High Court.

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  117. 135.

    In which year Government of Rajasthan unbundled Rajasthan State Electricity Board (RSEB) into five Government Companies?

    1. A2012
    2. B2007
    3. C1995
    4. D2000
    Answer (D)

    In the year 2000 the Government of Rajasthan unbundled the RSEB into five companies (RVPN, RVUN and the three discoms — Jaipur, Ajmer and Jodhpur Vidyut Vitran Nigams) as part of power-sector reforms.

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  118. 136.

    When was Rajasthan Foundation set up?

    1. A2001
    2. B2000
    3. C2002
    4. D2003
    Answer (A)

    The Rajasthan Foundation was set up in 2001 to connect non-resident Rajasthanis with the state.

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  119. 137.

    What is the main attraction of the Kanan Fair of Barmer?

    1. AGidda dance
    2. BBhawai dance
    3. CGhudla dance
    4. DGair dance
    Answer (D)

    The main attraction of Barmer's Kanan (Mallinath) fair is the Gair dance, performed by men with sticks, especially around Holi.

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  120. 138.

    What is the synonym of "Deform"?

    1. Amould
    2. Bfashion
    3. Cdistort
    4. Dbeautify
    Answer (C)

    'Deform' means to spoil the shape of something, which is exactly 'distort'; both convey twisting or altering form negatively.

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  121. 139.

    Who is Chief Election Commissioner of India? (As on 18 December, 2022)

    1. ARajiv Kumar
    2. BSunil Arora
    3. COm Prakash Rawat
    4. DSusheel Chandra
    Answer (A)

    Rajiv Kumar became the 25th Chief Election Commissioner of India in May 2022, so he held the office on 18 December 2022.

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  122. 140.

    Where was 'Rajasthan Sewa Sangh' founded in 1919?

    1. ABijolia
    2. BWardha
    3. CAjmer
    4. DJaipur
    Answer (B)

    Rajasthan Sewa Sangh was founded in 1919 at Wardha (Maharashtra) by Vijay Singh Pathik to coordinate the Praja Mandal/peasant movements of the Rajputana states.

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  123. 141.

    According to the India State of Forest Report 2019, the number of states (Not Union Territories) having percentage of forest cover less than 10 is -

    1. A5
    2. B6
    3. C7
    4. D8
    Answer (B)

    Per ISFR 2019, six states have forest cover below 10% of their geographical area — Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Bihar, Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh.

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  124. 142.

    In a DBMS, the content and location of data is identified by :

    1. ASubdata
    2. BSequence data
    3. CMetadata
    4. DMinidata
    Answer (C)

    Metadata is 'data about data'; in a DBMS it stores the content, structure, type and location of the actual data.

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  125. 143.

    The Election Commission of states give their recommendations regarding disqualification of assembly members –

    1. ATo Chief Minister
    2. BTo Governor
    3. CTo Lokayukta
    4. DTo High Court
    Answer (B)

    Under Article 192, on the question of an assembly member's disqualification the Election Commission's opinion is given to the Governor, who is bound to decide accordingly.

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  126. 144.

    From which civilization have the remains of well developed walled fortification found?

    1. APilibanga
    2. BGaneshwar
    3. CKalibanga
    4. DBalathal
    Answer (C)

    Kalibanga (Hanumangarh) shows a well-developed walled fortification — both the citadel and lower town were enclosed by walls, a hallmark of Harappan defensive planning.

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  127. 145.

    Who is the Basketball legend and Arjun awardee, who died on 15 November, 2022?

    1. AGhulam Abbas Moontsir
    2. BSarabjit Singh
    3. CGurdayal Singh
    4. DKhushi Ram
    Answer (A)

    Ghulam Abbas Moontasir, the celebrated Indian basketball player and Arjuna awardee (1971), died on 15 November 2022.

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  128. 146.

    Where are files moved in windows after deletion?

    1. AWindows Explorer
    2. BRecycle Bin
    3. CControl Panel
    4. DMy Documents
    Answer (B)

    In Windows, files deleted from the hard disk are temporarily moved to the Recycle Bin, from where they can be restored.

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  129. 147.

    Under Indira Rasoi Yojana, Lunch is provided at ₹ ______ per plate.

    1. A17
    2. B7
    3. C8
    4. D12
    Answer (C)

    Under Indira Rasoi Yojana (launched 2020) the beneficiary pays only ₹8 per plate for a full lunch; the rest of the cost is borne as government subsidy.

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  130. 148.

    How many days' work is provided to urban unemployed persons under Indira Gandhi Shahari Rojgar Guarantee Yojana?

    1. A60
    2. B100
    3. C120
    4. D150
    Answer (B)

    Under the Indira Gandhi Shahari Rojgar Guarantee Yojana (2022), 100 days of employment per family per year is guaranteed, modelled on MGNREGA for urban areas.

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  131. 149.

    Who among the following artisans awarded Padmashri for Terracotta of Molela?

    1. AMohan Lal Kumhar
    2. BMahesh Soni
    3. CArjun Prajapati
    4. DShree Lal Joshi
    Answer (A)

    Mohan Lal Kumhar received the Padma Shri for the famous terracotta plaque craft of Molela village (Rajsamand).

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  132. 150.

    Study the following graph carefully to answer the question: What is the respective ratio of total number of students of college A to C?

    1. A3:2
    2. B2:3
    3. C1:2
    4. D1:1
    Answer (D)

    From the graph, the total students in College A and College C are equal, so the ratio is 1:1.

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