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| 49201. |
Team Indus is part of a consortium that has bagged a contract from NASA to design and build a lander for its next lunar mission in ________. |
| A. | 2020 |
| B. | 2022 |
| C. | 2023 |
| D. | 2025 |
| E. | 2027 |
| Answer» B. 2022 | |
| 49202. |
Which of the following statements are false ? Indicate the correct code.(a) Share capital issued by a company for the first time is known as venture capital.(b) All Venture Capital Funds in India are promoted by the Government.(c) In addition to capital, venture capitalists provide managerial and technical support also to the assisted firms.(d) Benefits from venture capital financing can be realised in long run only. |
| A. | (a), (b) and (d) |
| B. | (a) and (b) |
| C. | (b), (c) and (d) |
| D. | (c) and (d) |
| Answer» C. (b), (c) and (d) | |
| 49203. |
The pair of linear equations kx + 3y + 1 = 0 and 2x + y + 3 = 0 intersect each other, if |
| A. | k = 6 |
| B. | k ≠ 6 |
| C. | k = 0 |
| D. | k ≠ 0 |
| Answer» C. k = 0 | |
| 49204. |
Where is the Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH) organizing a conference on 'Homoeopathy - Roadmap for Integrative Medicine? |
| A. | Kolkata |
| B. | New Delhi |
| C. | Mumbai |
| D. | Chennai |
| E. | Lucknow |
| Answer» C. Mumbai | |
| 49205. |
The given diagram shows four processes i.e., isochoric, isobaric, isothermal and adiabatic. The correct assignment of the processes, in the same order is given by: |
| A. | a d b c |
| B. | d a c b |
| C. | a d c b |
| D. | d a b c |
| Answer» E. | |
| 49206. |
The following two statements are with respect to different sand samples having same relative density. Identify their validity.I. Poorly graded sands will have lower friction angle than the well graded sands.II. The particle size has no influence on the friction angle of sand. |
| A. | II is true but I is false |
| B. | I is true but II is false |
| C. | Both are false statements |
| D. | Both are true statements |
| Answer» C. Both are false statements | |
| 49207. |
The relative density of a substance is the _________. |
| A. | Ratio of its density to the density of water |
| B. | Ratio of the density of water to its density |
| C. | Product of the density of water to its density |
| D. | Ratio of the volume of water to its volume |
| Answer» B. Ratio of the density of water to its density | |
| 49208. |
The value of liberty in Indian constitution implies that : |
| A. | A teacher will advocate full liberty and freedom. |
| B. | A teacher should help students to be free from influence of dogmas and fears in life. |
| C. | A teacher can teach anything, even outside the syllabus. |
| D. | A teacher should inspire his students to feel good. |
| Answer» C. A teacher can teach anything, even outside the syllabus. | |
| 49209. |
The characteristic polynomial of 3 × 3 matrix A is |A - λl| = λ3 + 3λ2 + 4λ + 3. Let x = trace(A) and y = |A|, the determinant of A. Then |
| A. | x = 3, y = -3 |
| B. | x = y = -3 |
| C. | \(\dfrac{x}{y} = \dfrac{4}{3}\) |
| D. | \(\dfrac{x}{y} = \dfrac{3}{4}\) |
| Answer» C. \(\dfrac{x}{y} = \dfrac{4}{3}\) | |
| 49210. |
Which country successfully launched its first satellite into space from America in April 2019? |
| A. | Bhutan |
| B. | Maldives |
| C. | Nepal |
| D. | Sri Lanka |
| E. | Both 3 and 4 |
| Answer» F. | |
| 49211. |
What is the chemical generally used for controlling alga? |
| A. | Lime |
| B. | Alum |
| C. | Copper sulphate |
| D. | Bleaching powder |
| Answer» D. Bleaching powder | |
| 49212. |
The eldest brother among the Pandavas was |
| A. | Yudhishthira |
| B. | Bhima |
| C. | Sahadeva |
| D. | Nakula |
| Answer» B. Bhima | |
| 49213. |
Which of the following has announced ReSolve Initiative to invest in building solutions for MSMEs and migrant workers impacted by COVID-19? |
| A. | Omidyar Network India |
| B. | EdelGive Foundation |
| C. | SAS India Private Limited |
| D. | Citrix Systems India |
| E. | Orios Venture Partners |
| Answer» B. EdelGive Foundation | |
| 49214. |
The average of the runs of a cricket player in 20 matches is 35. If the average of the first 12 matches is 45, find the average of the last 8 matches. |
| A. | 18 |
| B. | 16 |
| C. | 20 |
| D. | 22 |
| Answer» D. 22 | |
| 49215. |
Which of the following is an example of a saprophyte? |
| A. | Algae |
| B. | Fungi |
| C. | Ferns |
| D. | Protozoan |
| Answer» C. Ferns | |
| 49216. |
Let R be the resistance of each conductor in a DC 2-wire with midpoint earthed transmission system. What is the copper loss in the system to transmit the power P? |
| A. | \(\frac{{{P^2}}}{{2{V^2}}}R \) |
| B. | \(2{\left( {\frac{P}{V}} \right)^2}R \) |
| C. | \(\frac{{{P^2}}}{{{V^2}}}R\) |
| D. | \(4{\left( {\frac{P}{V}} \right)^2}R\) |
| Answer» B. \(2{\left( {\frac{P}{V}} \right)^2}R \) | |
| 49217. |
Select the option that is related to the third letter-cluster in the same way as the second letter-cluster is related to the first letter-cluster.BTU : JBC : : HLA : ? |
| A. | OTH |
| B. | PSH |
| C. | PTI |
| D. | OTI |
| Answer» D. OTI | |
| 49218. |
The next state table of a 2-bit saturating up-counter is given below.Q1Q0\({Q_{1}^{+}}\)\({Q_{0}^{+}}\)0001011010111111The counter is built as a synchronous sequential circuit using T flip-flops. The expressions for T1 and T0 are |
| A. | T1 = Q1Q0, T0 = Q̅1Q̅0 |
| B. | T1 = Q̅1Q0, T0 = Q̅1 + Q̅0 |
| C. | T1 = Q1 + Q0, T0 = Q̅1 + Q̅0 |
| D. | T1 = Q̅1Q0, T0 = Q1 + Q0 |
| Answer» C. T1 = Q1 + Q0, T0 = Q̅1 + Q̅0 | |
| 49219. |
The vertical sides of a door and window openings provided in a wall are known as |
| A. | Verticals |
| B. | Reveals |
| C. | Jambs |
| D. | Rebate |
| Answer» D. Rebate | |
| 49220. |
The output of first order hold between two consecutive instants is a |
| A. | constant |
| B. | quadratic function |
| C. | ramp function |
| D. | exponential function |
| Answer» D. exponential function | |
| 49221. |
What is the state of refrigerant when it enters into the evaporator? |
| A. | High pressure, low temperature |
| B. | Low pressure, low temperature |
| C. | Low pressure, high temperature |
| D. | Medium pressure, low temperature |
| Answer» C. Low pressure, high temperature | |
| 49222. |
What happens when dilute hydrochloric acid is added to iron filings? |
| A. | Hydrogen gas and iron chloride are produced |
| B. | Only chloride are produced |
| C. | No reaction take place |
| D. | Only hydrogen gas is produced |
| Answer» B. Only chloride are produced | |
| 49223. |
Three consecutive activities A, B and E (in that order) have their T—Duration (in days) vs. C—Direct Cost (in monetary units) relationship expressed in the following table:ABCTCTCTC8156741191476411101687613 What is the optimum duration for the corresponding minimum total direct cost for all the three activities when taken up consecutively without pause or disruption? |
| A. | 22 days |
| B. | 21 days |
| C. | 20 days |
| D. | 19 days |
| Answer» D. 19 days | |
| 49224. |
Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.It is not safe for children to _______ on the road. |
| A. | plays |
| B. | play |
| C. | played |
| D. | playing |
| Answer» C. played | |
| 49225. |
What is the theme for the 2019 International Women's Day? |
| A. | Think equal, build smart, innovate for change |
| B. | Women in the Changing World of Work: Planet 50-50 by 2030 |
| C. | Planet 50-50 by 2030: Step It Up for Gender Equality |
| D. | Equality for Women is Progress for All |
| E. | Empower Rural Women, End Poverty and Hunger |
| Answer» B. Women in the Changing World of Work: Planet 50-50 by 2030 | |
| 49226. |
The concept of ______ was very important for Kohlberg because it enabled him to explain the direction of his stage sequence. |
| A. | cross-cultural university |
| B. | invariant sequence |
| C. | structured wholes |
| D. | hierarchic integration |
| Answer» E. | |
| 49227. |
To prevent local buckling in Plate girders, the horizontal stiffeners are provided |
| A. | at a distance 0.2 times the depth of web from compression end |
| B. | at a distance 0.2 times the depth of web from tension end |
| C. | at a distance 0.4 times the depth of web from compression end |
| D. | at a distance 0.4 times the depth of web from tension end |
| Answer» B. at a distance 0.2 times the depth of web from tension end | |
| 49228. |
Which of the following is NOT based on Archimedes' principle? |
| A. | Lactometers |
| B. | Hydrometers |
| C. | Odometers |
| D. | Submarines |
| Answer» D. Submarines | |
| 49229. |
The question below consists of a set of labelled sentences. Out of the four options given, select the most logical order of the sentences to form a coherent paragraph.Aqueous rocks of equalX -exhibit in like manner a stratification nearly undisturbedY -over the lake-district of North America, andZ -antiquity extend for hundreds of miles |
| A. | ZYX |
| B. | ZXY |
| C. | YZX |
| D. | YXZ |
| Answer» B. ZXY | |
| 49230. |
The primary function of the flywheel is: |
| A. | To maintain the constant speed of rotation of the crankshaft when the load on the engine increases |
| B. | To absorb energy during these periods of crank rotation when the turning moment is less than the resisting points |
| C. | To limit the fluctuations of speed during each cycle |
| D. | To maintain constant speed of rotation of the crank shaft when the load on the engine decreases |
| Answer» D. To maintain constant speed of rotation of the crank shaft when the load on the engine decreases | |
| 49231. |
Which of the following CANNOT be dissolved but abolished? |
| A. | House of People |
| B. | Council of State |
| C. | Legislative Assembly |
| D. | Legislative Council |
| Answer» E. | |
| 49232. |
Select the antonym of the given word.UNCANNY |
| A. | fantastic |
| B. | ordinary |
| C. | logical |
| D. | wise |
| Answer» C. logical | |
| 49233. |
Read the following statements carefully:1. The Ministry of Finance has started the 'Know Your Budget' series on Twitter on 15 January 2019.2.'Know you Budget' series seeks to educate the general public about the budgetary process.3. The series also explains the importance of Union Budget and its making.Which of the above statements is/are correct? |
| A. | Only 1 |
| B. | Only 1 and 2 |
| C. | Only 1 and 3 |
| D. | Only 2 and 3 |
| E. | All are correct |
| Answer» F. | |
| 49234. |
Select the option that is related to the third term in the same way as the second term is related to the first term.JFGH : QUTS ∷ MIJK : ? |
| A. | NOPQ |
| B. | QPON |
| C. | LONM |
| D. | NRQP |
| Answer» E. | |
| 49235. |
Which of the following elements has/have approximate characteristics for resistance? |
| A. | Carbon |
| B. | Thermistors |
| C. | Varistors |
| D. | Diodes |
| Answer» B. Thermistors | |
| 49236. |
The Minimum Support Price (2019-20) of Ragi is _____ |
| A. | Rs. 1700 |
| B. | Rs. 2897 |
| C. | Rs. 3150 |
| D. | Rs. 2100 |
| Answer» D. Rs. 2100 | |
| 49237. |
When the duration of lease is 99 years, it is called: |
| A. | long term lease |
| B. | short term lease |
| C. | Intermediate term lease |
| D. | lease in perpetuity |
| Answer» B. short term lease | |
| 49238. |
The minimum wattage required for a 330 Ω resistor to pass 50 mA current is |
| A. | ¼ W |
| B. | ½ W |
| C. | 2 W |
| D. | 1 W |
| Answer» E. | |
| 49239. |
What is the biggest drawback for Walmart investing in India? |
| A. | Legal ownership will remain with the Indian counterpart |
| B. | No profits can be taken without paying tax |
| C. | Goods have to include rural products |
| D. | 30% goods have to be sourced locally |
| Answer» E. | |
| 49240. |
Select the odd numbers from the given alternatives. |
| A. | 746 |
| B. | 692 |
| C. | 581 |
| D. | 737 |
| Answer» D. 737 | |
| 49241. |
Which of the following is an Indian military decoration awarded for valour, courageous action or self-sacrifice away from the battlefield? |
| A. | Ashok Chakra |
| B. | Dada Saheb Phalke Awards |
| C. | Arjuna Award |
| D. | Padma Shri |
| Answer» B. Dada Saheb Phalke Awards | |
| 49242. |
Sita’s bucket has thrice the capacity as Ramu’s bucket. It takes 60 turns for Sita’s bucket to fill the empty drum. How many turns it will take for both the buckets of Sita’s and Ramu’s, having each turn together to fill the empty drum? |
| A. | 45 |
| B. | 40 |
| C. | 50 |
| D. | 30 |
| Answer» B. 40 | |
| 49243. |
The question below consists of a set of labelled sentences. Out of the four options given, select the most logical order of the sentences to form a coherent paragraph. I am compelled to A: being fully cognizant of the rich B: effects of all languages on one another C: call it an abomination despite |
| A. | BCA |
| B. | BAC |
| C. | CAB |
| D. | ACB |
| Answer» D. ACB | |
| 49244. |
What is the synonym of 'camouflage'? |
| A. | Rush |
| B. | Hide |
| C. | Accelerate |
| D. | Bustle |
| Answer» C. Accelerate | |
| 49245. |
To ensure safety, what should be the resistance of the earthing electrode? |
| A. | high |
| B. | low |
| C. | safety does not depend on resistance |
| D. | medium |
| Answer» C. safety does not depend on resistance | |
| 49246. |
Which of the following statement(s) regarding promulgation of ordinance is/are correct?1. President can promulgate ordinances which are of temporary duration.2. An ordinance promulgated by the President has to be ratified by Parliament within six weeks of its re-assembly.Select the correct answer using the code given below: |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» D. Neither 1 nor 2 | |
| 49247. |
Ratio of width of the car parking area required at kerb for 30° parking relative to 60° parking approximately _____. |
| A. | 0.8 |
| B. | 0.7 |
| C. | 2 |
| D. | 0.5 |
| Answer» B. 0.7 | |
| 49248. |
Study the following diagram and answer the given question.How many people like both tea and coffee, but do NOT like juice? |
| A. | 8 |
| B. | 22 |
| C. | 12 |
| D. | 20 |
| Answer» D. 20 | |
| 49249. |
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.Carry a chip on one's shoulder |
| A. | Entertaining a grudge over a past event |
| B. | Moving daintily across rooms |
| C. | Having a plate inserted to fix the collar bone |
| D. | Carrying multiple stars over the lapel |
| Answer» B. Moving daintily across rooms | |
| 49250. |
Two couples with one child each were sitting in a room. After some time, an old man and an old woman entered the room, followed by three couples with two children each. How many persons are there in the room? |
| A. | 14 |
| B. | 20 |
| C. | 18 |
| D. | 16 |
| Answer» C. 18 | |