English Language
Directions (Q.1-7): Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words/phrases are given in bold in the passage to help you locate them while answering some of the questions. In the past, the richest states often grew the fastest and the poor ones the slowest. But India 's record GDP growth of 8.49% per year in the five-year period 2004-09 is a case of improved productivity and growth in customarily poor states trickling up and aggregating into rapid growth at the national level. Nobody should call this a success of trickle-down economics. Trickle-down. assumes that fast growth can be had simply by changing a few policies that benefit the rich, after which some benefits trickle down to the poor.
In fact, miracle growth is globally rare, precisely because it is so difficult for countries to improve the productivity of a substantial proportion of the population. Only when productivity improvement is widespread is there enough productivity improvement from all regions and people to add up to fast growth. In other words, fast growth does not trickle down; it trickles up. Once a country grows fast, government revenues will boom, and can be used to accelerate spending in social sectors and welfare.
Miracle growth and record revenues enabled the Central government to finance social welfare schemes, farm loan waivers and enormous oil subsidies. This can be called the trickling down of part of the revenue bonanza into welfare and workfare. But neither welfare nor workfare could have caused the sharp acceleration of economic growth. The growth bonanza itself was sparked by state-level political and policy changes that accelerated local growth, which then trickled up to the national level,
1. Which of the following is TRUE in the context of the Passage?
1) India 's growth was more inclusive in nature during 2004-2009 than it had been in the past.
2) Developed countries use the same model of development as India .
3) Widespread growth is best achieved through Central Government-monitored schemes.
4) At present India 's traditionally poor states are more prosperous than her socially developed ones.
5) There should be no government expenditure in social sectors if the current high growth .rate is not maintained.
Ans: (1)
2. Why have countries found it difficult to achieve high growth?
(A) Ensuring an increase in the output among a large number of citizens is difficult.
(B) Corruption of politicians at the grassroots level results in the benefits of growth not reaching the poor.
(C) The government's failure to allocate sufficient income to inclusive social welfare schemes
1) Only (A)
2) Only (A) & (B)
3) Only (B) & (C)
4) All (A), (B) & (C)
5) None of these.
Ans: (1)
3. To which of the following factors does the author attribute India 's high growth rate during 2004-09?
1) Tremendous growth of the vast majority of richer states
2) Change in national-level policies to benefit only large well-off states
3) Gains of richer states have been used to fund social welfare schemes in the larger states.
4) Improved productivity of traditionally low-performing states.
5) None of these
Ans: (4)
4. Which of the following best describes the author's view of trickle-down theory?
1) It ensures accountability of the government even at the grassroots level.
2) It has been effective in helping poor states catch up with richer ones.
3) It promotes inclusive growth over quick growth.
4) It targets social welfare at the cost of economic growth.
5) It has largely failed to drive sustained growth.
Ans: (5)
5. What is the author's objective in writing this passage?
1) Advocating greater autonomy for the richest states in India
2) Urging the government to invest in social development to facilitate economic growth
3) Criticising traditional economic principles on which the Indian economy is based
4) Encouraging larger states to disburse more wealth at the grassroots level
5) None of these
Ans: (3)
6. Which of the following is similar in meaning to the word 'ADD' as used in the context of the passage?
1) Aggravate
2) Result
3) Include
4) Compute
5) Intensify
Ans: (2)
7. Which of the following is opposite in meaning of the word 'SHARP' as used in the context of the passage?
1) Blunt
2) Expected
3) Late
4) Gradual
5) Indistinct
Ans: (4)
Directions (Q.8-17): Read each sentence to find out whether there is any grammatical mistake/error in it. The error, if any, will be in one part of the sentence. Mark the number of that part with error as your answer. H there is no error, mark 5).
8. While most major economies set aside / about 3 per cent
1) 2)
of their GD P I in research and development, India I spends
3)
less than 1 per cent on this. / No error
4) 5)
Ans: (3)
9. Owing to the poor quality of / the equipment producing
1) 2)
by Chinese firms / many foreign companies have placed
3)
/orders with Indian firms / No error
4) 5)
Ans: (2)
10. We expect a hike / in the cash reserve ratio / which is the
1) 2) 3)
portion of deposits / that banks keep with RBI./
4)
No error
5)
Ans: (5)
11. Unless these differences / will be resolved soon / there
1) 2)
will be an adverse I effect on foreign investment / No error
3) 4) 5)
Ans: (2)
12. We are confident that the steps / we have taken to attract
1) 2)
talented people / and build a solid organisation / will
3)
ensure we remain profitably. / No error
4) 5)
Ans: (4)
13. At a time which most firms /were finding it difficult / to
1) 2)
raise money, we succeeded / in raising the necessary
3) 4)
funds / No error
5)
Ans: (1)
14. Everyone is keen in knowing / the forecast for the
1) 2)
monsoon / this year as it has been the / major cause of
3) 4)
inflation in Asia . No error
5)
Ans: (1)
15. Building biogas plants will help to reduce / greenhouse
1)
gas emissions by reducing / the consuming of conven-
2) 3)
tional fuels / such as firewood and kerosene. No error
4) 5)
Ans: (3)
16. Since some banks may take longer / to achieve these
1) 2)
targets, RBI/has considered to revise these guidelines
3)
/ on a case to case basis.
4)
No error
5)
Ans: (3)
17. After joining the Hong Kong based / bank in 1990, he
1) 2)
has / head various departments/ including corporate and
3)
investment banking. No error
4) 5)
Ans: (3)
Directions (Q.18-25): Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words/phrases are given in bold in the passage to help you locate them while answering some of the questions. Born out of the forces of globalisation, India 's IT sector is undertaking some globalisation of its own. In search of new sources of rapid growth, the country's outsourcing giants are aggressively expanding beyond their usual stomping grounds into the developing world; setting up programming centres, chasing new clients and hiring local talent. Through geographic diversification, Indian companies hope to regain some momentum after the recession. This shift is being driven by a global economy in which the US is no longer the undisputed engine of growth. India's IT powers rose to prominence largely on the decisions made by American executives, who were quick to capitalize on the cost savings to be gained by outsourcing noncore operations, such as systems programming and call centres, to specialists overseas.
Revenues in India's IT sector surged from $4 billion in 1998 to $59 billion last fiscal, But with the recession NASSCOM forecasts that the growth rate of India's exports of IT and other business services to the US and Europe will drop to at most 7% in the current fiscal year, down from 16% last year and 29% in 2007-08.
Factors other than the crisis are driving India 's IT firms into the emerging world. Although the US still accounts for 60% of the export revenue of India 's IT sector, emerging markets are growing faster. Tapping these more dynamic economies won't be easy, however. The goal of Indian IT firms for the past 30 years has been to woo clients outside India and transfer as much of the actual work as possible back home, where lower wages for highly skilled programmers allowed them to offer significant cost savings. With costs in other emerging economies equally low, Indian firms can't compete on price alone.
To adapt, Indian companies which are relatively unknown in these emerging nations are establishing major local operations around the world, in the process hiring thousands of locals. Cultural conflicts arise at times while training new recruits. In addition, IT firms also have to work
extra hard to woo business from emerging-market companies still unaccustomed to the concept of outsourcing. If successful, the future of India 's outsourcing sector could prove as bright as its past.
18. What is the author trying to convey through the phrase "India 's IT sector is undertaking some globalization of its own"?
1) India has usurped America 's position as the leader in IT.
2) The Indian IT sector is competing with other emerging nations for American business.
3) The Indian IT sector is considering outsourcing to developing economies.
4) Indian IT companies are no longer able to offer comprehensive cost-effective solutions to the US .
5) Indian IT firms are engaging in expanding their presence internationally.
Ans: (5)
19. 'Which of the following factors made the services offered by the Indian IT attractive to the US ?
(A) Indian IT companies had expertise in rare core operations.
(B) US lacked the necessary infrastructure and personnel to handle mass call centre operations.
(C) Inability of other equally cost-efficient developing countries to comply with their strict policies.
1) None
2) Only (A)
3) Only (A) & (B)
4) Only (B)
5) Only (B) & (C)
Ans: (1)
20. What has caused Indian IT firms to change the way they conduct business in developing countries?
1) The volume of work being awarded cannot be handled by Indian firms.
2) The demands of these markets are different from those of India 's traditional customers.
3) Wages demanded by local workers are far higher than what they pay their Indian employees.
4) Stringent laws which are not conducive to outsourcing
5) The locals are well-versed in the latest technology and have no need for training.
Ans: (2)
21. What do the NASSCOM statistics about Indian IT exports indicate?
1) Drop in demand for IT services by Europe and the US
2) Indian IT firms charge exorbitantly for their services.
3) India has lost out to other emerging IT hubs.
4) The Indian IT sector should undergo restructuring.
5) None of these
Ans: (1)
22. According to the passage, which of the following is NOT a difficulty that Indian IT firms will face in emerging markets?
1) Mindset resistant to outsourcing
2) Local IT services are equally cost-effective
3) The US is their preferred outsourcing destination.
4) Conflicts arising during the training of local talent
5) Unfamiliarity of these markets with India 's capability in IT
Ans: (3)
23. Which of the following is NOT true in the context of the Passage?
(A) The recession severely impacted the US but not India .
(B) India is trying to depend less on the US as a source of growth.
(C) The future success of Indian IT firms depends on emerging markets.
1) Only (B) & (C)
2) Only (A)
3) Only (C)
4) All (A), (B) & (C)
5) None of these
Ans: (2)
24. Which of the following words is most similar in meaning to the word 'CHASING' as used in the passage?
1) running
2) harassing
3) pestering
4) pursuing
5) poaching
Ans: (4)
25. Which of the following words is most opposite in meaning to the word 'UNDISPUTED' as used in the passage?
1) challenging
2) doubtful
3) deprived
4) emphasized
5) comprehend
Ans: (2)
Directions (Q 26-30): Which of the phrases 1), 2), 3) and 4) given below should replace the phrase given in bold in the following sentence to make the sentence meaningful and grammatically correct? If the sentence is correct as it is and no correction is required mark 5) as the answer.
26. If the complaint is not addressed within thirty days bring the matter to notice the RBI customer services department.
1) before noticing
2) will be noticed by
3) through its notice of
4) to the notice of
5) No correction required
Ans: (4)
27. Which of the following should be the FIFTH sentence after rearrangement?
1) A
2) B
3) C
4) D
5) E
Ans: (4)
28. Which of the following should be the LAST (SIXTH) sentence after rearrangement?
1) A
2) B
3) C
4) D
5) F
Ans: (1)
29. Increasing investing in technology will certainly help to reduce costs in the long run.
1) Increased investment in
2) An increase investment of
3) With increase invested in
4) By increasing investment of
5) no correction required
Ans: (1)
30. The prices of pulses have risen because production were low compared demand.
1) lower compared to
2) is lower comparable
3) will be lower for
4) is lower than
5) no correction required
Ans: (4)
Directions (Q.31-35): In each question below a sentence with four words printed in bold type is given. These are numbered as 1), 2),3) and 4). One of these four boldly printed words may be either wrongly spelt or inappropriate in the context of the sentence. Find out the word which is wrongly spelt or inappropriate, if any. The number of that word is your answer. If all the boldly printed words are correctly spelt and also appropriate in the context of the sentence, mark 5), ie 'All Correct', as your answer.
31. In order to curtale the substantial export of iron ore
1) 2)
recently the government has imposed an export tax. /
3) 4)
All correct
5)
Ans: (1)
32. Several mediam and small sized companies successfully
1) 2) 3)
survived the global financial crisis of 2008. / All correct
4) 5)
Ans: (2)
33. One of the tangible benefits of appearing for a loan under
1) 2) 3)
this scheme is the interest rate concessions. / All correct
4) 5)
Ans: (3)
34. With effect from April, non-banking finance companies
1)
with good performances may be granted licences to
2) 3)
convert into banks. / All correct
4) 5)
Ans: (2)
35. In 2009, the largest remittances sent to India were from.
1) 2)
oversees Indians living in North America . / All correct
3) 4) 5)
Ans: (3)
Directions (Q.36-40): Rearrange the following sentences (A), (B), (C), (D), (E) & (F) to make a meaningful paragraph and then answer the questions which follow:
(A) If tomorrow's children meet these two crucial criteria they are likely to have the opportunity both to pursue work to fulfil their dreams and make an impact on the world around.
(B) In the 21 st century, however, this no longer holds true as the expectations of organisations have changed.
(C) The concept of job in the 20th century was often equated with toil.
(D) In order to meet these changed expectations, employees need commitment and access to continuous learning.
(E) Jobs were acquired, learned and performed until retirement and did not have to be rewarding. .
(F) They demand more creativity and expertise and want employees to be responsible for both outputs and outcomes.
36. Which of the following should be the FIRST sentence after rearrangement?
1) A
2) B
3) C
4) D
5) E
Ans: (3)
37. Which of the following should be the SECOND sentence after rearrangement?
1) A
2) B
3) C
4) D
5) E
Ans: (5)
38. Which of the following should be the THIRD sentence after rearrangement?
1) B
2) C
3) D
4) E
5) F
Ans: (1)
39. Although micro finance initiatives are a very recent phenomenon in India , these have significantly impact on millions of households across the country.
1) are significant in impact
2) have had a significant impact
3) had significantly impacted
4) were a significant impact
5) no correction required
Ans: (2)
40. Of the 21 crore households in need of financial inclusion, bunks reach out to around 5 crore households through self-help groups.
1) households needy of
2) households needed
3) household that needs
4) households with needs
5) no correction required
Ans: (5)
Directions (Q.41-50): In the following passage there are blanks, each of which is numbered. These numbers are printed below the passage and against each five words/ phrases are suggested, one of which fits the blank appropriately. Find out the appropriate word/phrase in each case.
The large number of natural disasters within a few days in late September has led to two assumptions. First, we are experiencing more natural calamities today
(41) ever before, and second, the distribution of disasters (42) unequal. A UN report studied natural disasters (43) 1975 and 2007 found that not only is the (44) of catastrophes increasing because of climate change and environmental (45) but also that the brunt of tragedies is borne (46) poor countries least equipped to deal with such (47) It is true that some countries are disaster-prone but some (48) Japan for example have managed to overcome their geographical disadvantages.
(49) to UN estimates, equivalent populations in the Philippines and Japan (50) the same number of cyclones each year but 17 times more people perish in the Philippines than in Japan . In same ways natural disasters give developed economies an excuse for technological improvement while in poorer ones it feeds a vicious cycle -since they are constantly struggling to recover from natural calamities they cannot afford the disaster prevention measures needed.
41. 1) as 2) than 3) not 4) of 5) since
Ans: (2)
42. 1) being 2) are 3) often 4) is 5) seem
Ans: (4)
43. 1) after 2) prior 3) between 4) separating 5) affecting
Ans: (3)
44. 1) response 2) dances 3) occurring 4) damage 5) frequency
Ans: (5)
45. 1) degradation 2) protection 3) detriment 4) audit 5) summit
Ans: (1)
46. 1) of 2) by 3) with 4) for 5) on
Ans: (2)
47. 1) calm 2) misbelieve 3) misfortunes 4) faith 5) mistake
Ans: (3)
48. 1) inspite 2) even 3) since 4) how 5) like
Ans: (5)
49. 1) Thanks 2) comparing 3) similar 4) According 5) Linked
Ans: (4)
50. 1) endure 2) incite 3) enjoys 4) trigger 5) encounters
Ans: (1)
General Awareness
1. What is the full form of' ULIP', the term which was in the news recently?
1) Universal Life & Investment Plan
2) Unit Loan & Insurance Plan
3) Universal Loan & Investment Plan
4) Uniformly Loaded Investment Plan
5) Unit Linked Insurance Plan
Ans: 1 (5)
2. In one of his speeches Pranav Mukherjee said that the
Govt had no plans to dilute the roles of market regulators. This means the role of which of the following will not be diluted?
1) Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC)
2) Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)
3) Federation of Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI)
4) Bureau of Indian Standards
5) Securities & Exchange Board of' India (SEBI)
Ans: 2 (5)
3. As per the news published in some major financial news papers, the Maharashtra Govt is planning to introduce "Green Tax" on vehicles. What is the purpose of Green Tax?
1) It has been introduced with the aim of discouraging high consumption of petroleum products.
2) It is a tax levied by the Govt in place of VAT as VAT is not very profitable for State Govts.
3) It is just like a toll tax which will be charged from all the vehicles whenever they enter green areas of a city like hospitals, schools, and old-age homes.
4) This is a tax levied on big commercial vehicles only with the aim of prohibiting them from entering residential areas and non-commercial areas.
5) None of these
Ans: 3 (5)
4. Very often we read in newspapers about 3G or Third Generation Technology. This is a set of standards used by which of the following?'
1) To combat climatic changes
2) Production of nuclear energy
3) Film production
4) Mobile telecommunications
5) All of these
Ans: 4 (4)
5. Which of the following companies is NOT in the field of insurance business?
1) ICICI Prudential
2) Bajaj Allianz
3) Tata AIG
4) Aegon Religare
5) Royal Orchid
Ans: 5 (5)
6. Many times we read that a corporate entity is hi the process of raising its capital base. Why is a company required to raise money to strengthen its capital base?
(A) To finance its expansion plans
(B) To finance its diversification plans
(C) To repay its loans and borrowings
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & B
5) All A, B & C
Ans: 6 (1)
7. Many times we read in newspapers that a company is planning to bring a public issue. What does it mean?
(A) Shares of the company will be issued only through, public sector organisations like banks/Central financial institutions etc.
(B) Shares of the company will be issued to general public only through primary market.
(C) This means some stakeholders/promoters are willing to leave the company. Hence they wish to sell their stock to the general public.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) AII A, B & C
5) None of these
Ans: 7 (2)
8. Whenever some people wish to enter into the business world, it is a must for them to approach a bank. What services do banks provide them in this regard?
(A) Banks act as payment agents by operating current accounts, paying cheques and receiving payments for them.
(B) Maintaining account books for them for their day-to-day activities so that they are not required to appoint account/finance personnel on a regular basis.
(C) Lending money by way of overdraft, instalment loan, credit or advance for business activities
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Only A & C
5) All of these
Ans: 8 (4)
9. As we all have noticed, banks these days are giving more emphasis on "Branchless Banking". What does this really mean?
(A) Banks will not have many branches as used to be in the good old days. Instead, the number of branches will be restricted and will conduct only a specified core business.
(B) Banks will launch/operate many delivery channels like ATMs, Mobile Banking/Internet Banking etc. so that people are not required to visit a branch for their usual banking needs.
(C) This means banks will issue only debit or credit cards for all types of day-to-day financial transactions. Cheques/cash payments will not be allowed.
Ans: 9 (5)
10. As per the news published in various financial newspapers, Maruti Suzuki has no immediate plans to enter into "low-cost segment". This means
(A) Maruti-Suzuki will not reduce the price of its various products, as is being done by some other manufacturers.
(B) Maruti-Suzuki does not want to produce a 'Nano"- like low-cost car in the near future.
(C) Maruti-Suzuki wants to retain its existing position Of luxury car makers and will not enter into the area of makers of cars for the general public.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) AII A, B & C
5) None of these
Ans: 10 (2)
11. Which of the following is NOT a function of a bank?
1) Providing project finance
2) Selling Mutual Funds
3) Deciding policy rates like CRR, Repo Rate/SLR etc
4) Settlement of payments on behalf of the customers
5) All of these are functions of a bank
Ans: 11 (3)
12. Which of the following is a form of "Small Savings Bank" popular among the poor or children?
1) Core Banking
2) Credit Banking
3) Debit Card
4) Merchant Banking
5) Piggy Banking
Ans: 12 (5)
13. As published in various newspapers, India and European Union are trying to finalize a free trade pact. How will this help India and EU?
(A) Both the parties will be able to export-import goods without tariffs, quotas and preferences on most of the goods and services traded between them.
(B) The European Union will have to accept all payments in rupees only whereas India will accept all payments for its exports in euros only, The dollar will have no role in this business.
(C) Both parties will have to decide the total value of trade between them in advance and will be bound to obey the commitment made thus.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) Ail A, B & C
5) None of these
Ans: 13 (1)
14. The G-20 Summit in June 2010 is scheduled to be held at which of the following places?
1) London
2) Washington
3) Tokyo
4) Paris
5) Toronto
Ans: 14 (5)
15. As we all know, the Govt of India has initiated several projects/schemes for revival and recharging of water bodies/lakes etc. What is meant by recharging of water
bodies?
(A) Recharge in fact is deep drainage of water bodies so that water starts moving downwards from the surface.
(B) Recharge is nothing but digging new wells and lakes so that more water is available for use.
(C) Recharging means levy of a tax on use of ground water for private purposes. This is done in addition to the usual tax that civic bodies collect on the usual water supply.
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) AIIA, B & C
5) None of these
Ans: 15 (2)
16. As per the news published in various newspapers, China had to face its first "Trade Deficit" in six years. This means China
1) did not earn as much from its exports as it had to pay for its imports.
2) earned much more than its expectations on its exports and, paid very less on imports.
3) has decided to stop imports and exports for the time being as it is producing just enough for-its consumption.
4) has failed to keep its commitment to supply (export) goods as promised to various countries. The result is it may have to devalue its currency (Yuan) as it has lost its credibility in the market.
5) None of these
Ans: 16 (1)
17. Several public sector organizations like ONGC, SAIL and NTPC received 'Scope Award.' The award is given for which of the following?
1) Earning the highest profit amongst all PSUs
2) Creating the maximum number of jobs in a year
3) Donating the maximum amount in Pradhan Mantri Rahat Kosh in a year
4) Cutting down expenditure by 50% or more in a year to wipe out losses made in the previous year
5) Best Corporate Governance
Ans: 17 (5)
18. Iron-ore is found in which of the following states in India ?
1) Punjab
2) Rajasthan
3) Orissa
4) Jammu & Kashmir
5) Uttar Pradesh
Ans: 18 (3)
19. Which of the following countries is in a deep crisis these days and is struggling to finance its budget deficit and govt debt?
1) Russia
2) Greece
3) Britain
4) USA
5) None of these
Ans: 19 (2)
20. As per the budget documents placed in the Parliament in February 2010, what are the challenges India is facing on its economic front?
(A) To quickly revert to the high GDP growth path of 9%
(B) Making development more inclusive
(C) To strengthen the governmental system and the process of governance at different levels
1) Only A
2) Only B
3) Only C
4) All A, B & C
5) None of these
Ans: 20 (4)
21. Prabha Rao was the. Governor of which of the following states immediately prior to her death?
1) Rajasthan
2) Himachal Pradesh
3) Maharashtra
4) Goa
5) None of these
Ans: 21 (1)
22. Who amongst the following is NOT a famous Lawn Tennis player?
1) Cara Black
2) Mike Bryan
3) Denis Ndiso
4) Serena Williams
5) Leander Paes
Ans: 22 (3)
23. Dr. K. Radhakrishnan, whose name was in the news recently, is the Chairman of
1) Indian Space Research Organisation
2) Atomic Energy Commission
3) Department of lnformation Technology
4) Unique Identification Authority of India
5) None of these
Ans: 23 (1)
24. Which of the following awards is given by the Govt of Madhya Pradesh?
1) Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award
2) Jawaharlal Nehru Award
3) Shikhar Sarnman
4) Pravasi Bhartiya Samman
5) None of these
Ans: 24 (3)
25. Which of the following terms is NOT used in Cricket?
1) Ashes
2) Backfoot shot
3) Smash
4) Crease
5) All are used in cricket
Ans: 25 (3)
26. Which of the following cups /trophies is NOT given for excellence in the game of Badminton?
1) Uber Cup
2) Thomas Cup
3) Syed Modi Memorial Trophy
4) Aros Junior Cup
5) Merdeka Cup
Ans: 26 (5)
27. The Ministerial level meeting of the BASIC Group of countries was held in New Delhi in January 2010. Which of the following is NOT a member of the BASIC Group?
1) Brazil
2) South Africa
3) Russia
4) China
5) India
Ans: 27 (3)
28. Which of the following Bills recently approved in the Union Cabinet will help in better health services in the country?
1) Right to Better Health Services Bill
2) National Health Care Bill
3) Clinical Establishments (Registration & Regulation) Bill
4) Essential Services Bill
5) None of these
Ans: 28 (3)
29. Who amongst the following is a Padmashri Award winner recently?
1) Chanda Kochhar
2) Kumar Mangalam Birla
3) Saif Ali Khan
4) Harsh Pati Singhania
5) None of these
Ans: 29 (3)
30. Who amongst the following is NOT a famous author?
1) VS Naipaul
2) Leander Paes
3) Anita Desai
4) Kiran Desai
5) Chetan Bhagat
Ans: 30 (2)
31. Ivo Josipovic, whose name was in the news recently, is the
1) Prime Minister of Croatia
2) President of Croatia
3) President of Barbados
4) Prime Minister of Bolivia
5) None of these
Ans: 31 (2)
32. Priyanka Chopra was given a National Award at the 56th National Awards for her acting for which of the following films?
1) Love Story 2050
2) What's your Rashee
3) Kaminey
4) Fashion
5) None of these
Ans: 32 (4)
33. Roger Federer is a famous
1) Film actor
2) Author
3) Lawn Tennis Player
4) Cricketer
5) None of these
Ans: 33 (3)
34. Who amongst the following was awarded the prestigious Dada Saheb Phalke Award recently?
1) VK Moorthy
2) Madhur Bhandarkar
3) Mahesh Bhatt
4) Rekha
5) Hema Malini
Ans: 34 (1)
35. Lee Myung-bak, who was the Chief Guest at the 61st Republic Day Function of India, is the
1) President of South Korea
2) Prime Minister of South Korea
3) President of Vietnam
4) Prime Minister of Vietnam
5) None of these
Ans: 35 (1)
36. The late Jyoti Basu was associated with which of the following political parties?
1) BJP
2) CPI (M)
3) Congress
4) Samajwadi Party
5) None of these
Ans: 36 (2)
37. Which of the following schemes launched by the Govt. of India is a scheme to improve the performance of the agricultural sector?
1) National Horticulture Mission
2) Pulse Polio Abhiyan
3) Old Age Pension Scheme
4) Bharat Nirman Yojana
5) None of these
Ans: 37 (1)
38. 'LBW' is a term related to the game of.
1) Badminton
2) Cricket
3) Hockey
4) Football
5) None of these
Ans: 38 (2)
39. "Saraswati Samman" is an award given for excellence in the field of
1) Sports
2) Social Service
3) Literature
4) Science & Technology
5) None of these
Ans: 39 (3)
40. 'Heavy Water' is used in which of the following fields?
1) Thermal Power
2) Cement
3) Iron & Steel
4) Nuclear Power
5) None of these
Ans: 40 (4)
41. Which of the following is a Horticulture Crop?
1) Paddy
2) Wheat
3) Mango
4) Bajra
5) None of these
Ans: 41 (3)
42. Dr Amartya Sen is a famous
1) Physicist
2) Chemical Engineer
3) Psychologist
4) Economist
5) None of these
Ans: 42 (4)
43. Which of the following nations is considered the originator of the concept of Micro Finance?
1) India
2) Bangladesh
3) South Africa
4) USA
5) None of these
Ans: 43 (2)
44. India 's first transgenic crop was
1) Potato
2) Brinjal
3) Sugarcane
4) Bt. cotton
5) None of these
Ans: 44 (4)
45. White Tiger is a book written by
1) RK Narayan
2) Shobhaa De
3) Khushwant Singh
4) Arundhati Roy
5) Aravind Adiga
Ans: 45 (5)
46. Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award is given for excellence in the field of
1) Literature
2) Music
3) Sports
4) Science & Technology
5) None of these
Ans: 46 (4)
47. At present Dr. D Subbarao is the
1) Governor of Orissa
2) Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission
3) Chairman of the FICCI
4) India 's Representative in lMF
5) None of these
Ans: 47 (5)
48. Banks borrow money from the RBI on which of the following rates?
1) Bank rate
2) CRR
3) SLR
4) Reverse Repo Rate
5) Repo Rate
Ans: 48 (5)
49. Usain Bolt is a famous
1) Cricket player
2) Athlete
3) Badminton Player
4) Footballer
5) None of these
Ans: 49 (2)
50. Govt normally does not announce the Minimum Support Price (MSP) of
1) Wheat
2) Paddy
3) Sugarcane
4) Jure
5) All of these
Ans: 50 (4)
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