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January 2025: Paper 1 (Conducted on 8th Jan 2025 : Morning Shift)

Q.1-5)

Study the data given below in the table to answer the following questions:

Table : Projected household demand for food in India

Q.1) In which of the following years is the ratio of demand for Fruits : Vegetables less than 1/3?

[1] 1990 and 2000

[2] 2000 and 2010

[3] 1990 and 2010

[4] 2000 and 2020

Correct Answer: 1

Q.2) Which of the following commodities show the highest growth in demand over the decades from 1990 to 2020?

[1] Milk

[2] Food grains

[3] Meat, Fish and Eggs

[4] Sugar

Correct Answer: 3

Q.3) For which of the following pairs of commodities, the ratio of demand is highest in the year 2020?

[1] Food grains : Milk

[2] (Meat , Fish , and Eggs) : Sugar

[3] Milk : Vegetables

[4] (Meat , Fish and Eggs) : Edible oil

Correct Answer: 4

Q.4) Compared to the food demand in the year 2010, the demand in the year 2020, has at least doubled for which of the following commodities?

[1] Fruits

[2] Milk

[3] Meat, Fish and Eggs

[4] Vegetables

Correct Answer: 3

Q.5) Which of the commodities show the least average demand over the decades from 1990 to 2020?

[1] Sugar

[2] Edible oils

[3] Fruits

[4] Meat, Fish and Eggs

Correct Answer: 2

Q.6) In Berlo’s S-M-C-R model what does ‘C’ stand for

[1] Channel

[2] Communicator

[3] Context

[4] Content

Correct Answer: 1

Q.7) In a classroom, the teacher should focus on:

(A) One way communication

(B) Inter-cultural harmony

(D) Creating flexible environment

(E) Avoidance of counselling

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

[1] (A), (B), (C) only

[2] (B), (C), (D) only

[3] (A), (D), (E) only

[4] (C), (D), (E) only

Correct Answer: 2

Q.8)

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

[1] (A)-(II), (B)-(III), (C)-(I), (D)-(IV)

[2] (A)-(II), (B)-(IV), (C)-(I), (D)-(III)

[3] (A)-(1), (B)-(III), (C)-(IV), (D)-(II)

[4] (A)-(IV), (B)-(II), (C)-(I), (D)-(III)

Correct Answer: 2

Q.9) In the light of Jaina Epistemology, Matijñāna springs in which particular order?

(A) Dhämä

(B) Iha

(D) Apaya

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

[1] (A), (D), (C), (B)

[2] (D), (C), (B), (A)

[3] (B), (D), (A), (C)

[4] (C), (B), (D), (A)

Correct Answer: 4

Q.10) Identify the correct chronological order (from earliest to latest) of the following open universities:

(A) Karnataka State open University

(B) Bhoj open University

(D) Netaji Subhash open University

(E) Nalanda open University

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

[1] (A), (C), (D), (E), (B)

[2] (B), (D), (E), (A), (C)

[3] (C), (D), (B), (A), (E)

[4] (E), (B), (A), (D), (C)

Correct Answer: 4

Q.11) Which of the following toxic chemicals are used in electrical transformers?

[1] Peroxy Acetyl Nitrate

[2] Atrazine

[3] Perfluoro octane sulfonate

[4] polychlorinated biphenyls

Correct Answer: 4

Q.12) What type of research explores new facts through the study of the past?

[1] Mythological research

[2] Content analysis

[3] Historical research

[4] Philosophical research

Correct Answer: 3

Q.13) Under the ICT initiative of MoE, which of the following provides hands-on experience on embedded system?

(A) Shodhganga

(B) FOSSE

(D) e-yantra

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

[1] (A) and (B) Only

[2] (A) and (C) Only

[3] (B), (C) and (D) Only

[4] (A), (B), (C) and (D)

Correct Answer: 4

Q.14) Which of the following universities were permitted to offer honorary LLD degrees in 1884?

(A) Calcutta

(B) Bombay

(D) Allahabad

(E) Panjab

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

[1] (C), (D) and (E) Only

[2] (B), (C) and (D) Only

[3] (A), (B) and (C) Only

[4] (A), (D) and (E) Only

Correct Answer: 3

Q.15) Which of the following is a free and open source software for creating and delivering online course?

[1] Moodle

[2] Udemy

[3] Coursera

[4] edx

Correct Answer: 1

Q.16)

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

[1] (A)-(I), (B)-(III), (C)-(II), (D)-(IV)

[2] (A)-(IV), (B)-(II), (C)-(I), (D)-(III)

[3] (A)-(III), (B)-(IV), (C)-(I), (D)-(II)

[4] (A)-(II), (B)-(IV), (C)-(III), (D)-(I)

Correct Answer: 3

Q.17) While undertaking project method, identify the correct order of steps to be followed:

(A) Plan the study

(B) Identify the topic

(D) Collect data

(E) Evaluate

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

[1] (A), (B), (E), (D), (C)

[2] (D), (C), (E), (B), (A)

[3] (B), (A), (D), (C), (E)

[4] (C), (B), (A), (E), (D)

Correct Answer: 3

Q.18) If the cost of 3 kg of potatoes and 4 kg of tomatoes is Rs 100 and 4kg of potatoes and 3 kg of tomatoes is Rs 110, then the rate of tomatoes Rs. per kg is:

[1] 10

[2] 20

[3] 25

[4] 15

Correct Answer: 1

Q.19) The tenth five year plan recognised the importance of :

[1] Population studies

[2] Extension education

[3] Information technology

[4] Social work

Correct Answer: 3

Q.20) Which among the following is incorrect in the context of Anuplabdhi (non-existence)?

[1] “The pot will exist” indicates Pragbhaav.

[2] “The pot is not a cloth” indicates Pradhvamsaabhaav.

[3] “The air has no colour” indicates Atmanavhaav.

[4] ‘A’ is not ‘B’ indicates Anyonyaabhaav.

Correct Answer: 2

Q21) Which of the following is a malware?

(A) Virus

(B) Worms

(D) Trojan

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

[1] (A) Only

[2] (A) and (D) Only

[3] (A), (B), (C) and (D)

[4] (B) and (C) Only

Correct Answer: 3

Q.22) Which of the following is wrong with regard to longitudinal research studies?

(A) The study population is visited a number of times at regular intervals.

(B) There is no need to visit more than once.

(D) Intervals must be longer than a year.

(E) Intervals are not fixed, so their length may vary from study to study. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

[1] (A), (B), (C) Only

[2] (D) and (E) Only

[3] (B) and (D) Only

[4] (B), (C), (D) Only

Correct Answer: 3

Q.23) The Self regulated learner will have :

[1] Good technical knowledge and availability of devices to access knowledge

[2] Good attention, memory and reflection

[3] Proper plans for the future and the skills to execute them

[4] Knowledge about themselves, subject, task and strategies of learning

Correct Answer: 4

Q.24) In the light of Vedanta’s treatment of the concept of ‘Manas’, consider the following statements:

(A) Manas is an independent reality

(B) Manas is a fundamental substance

(D) Manas is invisible and infinitesimal substance

(E) Manas is a function of Antaḥkarana

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

[1] (A) and (D) Only

[2] (C) and (E) Only

[3] (A) and (B) Only

[4] (B) and (D) Only

Correct Answer: 2

Q.25) What is the main aim of interdisciplinary research?

[1] To reduce the emphasis on a single area of subject in research domain.

[2] To create a new trend in research methodology.

[3] To bring out the holistic approach to research

[4] To oversimplify the problem of research.

Correct Answer: 3

Q.26)

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

[1] (A)-(I, (B)-(II), (C)-(III), (D)-(IV)

[2] (A)-(II), (B)-(IV), (C)-(III), (D)-(I)

[3] (A)-(II), (B)-(IV), (C)-(I), (D)-(III)

[4] (A)-(I), (B)-(IV), (C)-(II), (D)-(III)

Correct Answer: 4

Q.27) Arrange in the following in ascending order as per their storage space:

(A) Petabyte

(B) Gigabyte

(D) Kilobyte

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

[1] (D), (B), (C), (A)

[2] (C), (B), (A), (D)

[3] (A), (C), (B), (D)

[4] (A), (B), (C), (D)

Correct Answer: 1

Q.28) Which committee suggested the transfer of university and higher education from the state list to the concurrent list?

[1] A.R. Wadia Committee

[2] P.N. Sapru Committee

[3] M. Bhaktavatsalam Committee

[4] D.S. Kothari Committee

Correct Answer: 2

Q.29) Which of the following statements is incorrect about literature review ? Literature review is not an integral part of research process.

[1] Literature review is not an integral part of research process.

[2] Literature review is time consuming and frustrating but it is also rewarding.

[3] It helps to acquaint yourself with the available body of knowledge in your area of interest.

[4] It provides theoretical background to the study.

Correct Answer: 1

Q.30) International Solar Alliance was conceptualized on the sidelines of:

[1] COP 21

[2] COP 22

[3] COP 23

[4] COP 24

Correct Answer: 1

Q.31) Identify the major sources of methane from the following:

(A) Landfills

(B) Mountain rivers

(D) Paddy fields

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

[1] (A), (B) and (C) Only

[2] (B), (C) and (D) Only

[3] (A), (C) and (D) Only

[4] (A), (B) and (D) Only

Correct Answer: 3

Q.32) When was the NICNET program launched in India?

[1] 1987

[2] 1980

[3] 1990

[4] 1991

Correct Answer: 1

Q.33) What is the tenth letter in the following sequence of letters?

B, B, C, D, F, I, N, V

[1] D

[2] G

[3] W

[4] Z

Correct Answer: 1

Q.34) Which of the following are true for promoting engagement of students in the classroom?

(A) Increased supervision of the teacher

(B) Relatively short class duration

(D) Activities with clearly defined steps

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

[1] (A) and (B) Only

[2] (A), (C) and (D) Only

[3] (B), (C) and (D) Only

[4] (C) and (D) Only

Correct Answer: 2

Q.35) Identify the major adverse impacts of SO2 on environment :

(A) acid rain

(B) global warming

(D) incidence of respiratory disorders

Choose the correct answer from the options given below

[1] (A) and (B) Only

[2] (B) and (C) Only

[3] (C) and (D) Only

[4] (A) and (D) Only

Correct Answer: 4

Q.36) The UGC committee on Welfare and Allied matters (1965) was headed by:

[1] C.D. Deshmukh

[2] N.A. Nikam

[3] T. Sen

[4] D.C. Pavate

Correct Answer: 3

Q.37) A man borrows Rs 1024 at the interest rate of 50% per annum but payable half yearly for 2 years. What amount he has to payback at the end of the loan period if the interest was compound interest?

[1] Rs. 2048

[2] Rs. 2500

[3] Rs. 5344

[4] Rs. 5184

Correct Answer: 2

Q.38) The Phatic function of communication is used __________.

(A) to open the channel of communication

(B) for aesthetic value of communication

(D) to give orders

(E) to initiate a conversation like hello.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

[1] (A) and (E) Only

[2] (A), (D) and (E) Only

[3] (C), (D) and (E) Only

[4] (A) and (B) Only

Correct Answer: 1

Q.39)

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

[1] (A)-(I), (B)-(II), (C)-(III), (D)-(IV)

[2] (A)-(II), (B)-(III), (C)-(IV), (D)-(I)

[3] (A)-(III), (B)-(IV), (C)-(I), (D)-(II)

[4] (A)-(IV), (B)-(III), (C)-(II), (D)-(I)

Correct Answer: 4

Q.40) Which of the following is crucial for effective group communication?

[1] Ignoring feedback

[2] Quick decision making

[3] Strict hierarchy

[4] Equal participation

Correct Answer: 4

Q.41) What is not a social-psychological barrier?

[1] Inference

[2] Resistance to change

[3] Time

[4] Abstracting

Correct Answer: 3

Q.42) Suppose there is a fraction whose numerator as well as denominator both are positive integers. If the numerator is increased by 20% and the denominator is decreased by 20% its value becomes 6/9 what is the fraction?

[1] 1/9

[2] 2/9

[3] 1/3

[4] 4/9

Correct Answer: 4

Q.43)

Correct Answer: 4

Q.44) Consider the following statements in square of opposition:

(A) If ‘A’ is true; ‘E’ is false

(B) If ‘E’ is false; ‘O’ is undetermined

(D) If ‘O’ is true; ‘I’ is true

(E) If ‘I’ is true; ‘A’ is false

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

[1] (A) and (B) Only

[2] (B), and (C) Only

[3] (C) and (D) Only

[4] (D) and (E) Only

Correct Answer: 1

Q.45) “A Planet is a celestial body that, within a solar system is in orbit around the sun and has sufficient mass for its self-gravity to overcome rigid body forces so that it assumes a hydrostatic equilibrium”

[1] Persuasive definition

[2] Stipulative definition

[3] Emotive definition

[4] Theoretical definition

Correct Answer: 4

Q.46-50)

Comprehension:

Read the passage and answer the question that follow:

If is often argued that women have attained their current status not through an easy and natural process but rather through relentless struggles and profound sacrifices. This journey has been marked by the replacement of antiquated local customs with laws that uphold and protect women’s rights, thereby enabling them to ascend to higher positions in the global arena across political, economic and social sphere. By the late 18th century, the status of women had become the focal point of political discourse. The 19th century marked the commencement of a concerted effort by women to demand equality, culminating in significant victories such as the attainment of suffrage in various nations world wide by the late 19th century. Subsequent years witnessed further strides as women progressively secured greater economic, social and political standing.

Q.46) Attainment of suffrage came about in:

[1] Early 18th century

[2] Late 18th century

[3] Early 19th century

[4] Late 19th century

Correct Answer: 4

Q.47) Which statement among the following is false?

[1] Women rights movements have seen steady strides in all these years.

[2] Women achieved all their status through an easy and natural process.

[3] The status of women became the focal point in late 18th century

[4] Attainment of suffrage in 19th century was a big thing

Correct Answer: 2