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Question 1General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

Chhattisgarh was carved out of which state and on which date did it become a separate state?

  1. Madhya Pradesh, 1 November 1956
  2. Madhya Pradesh, 1 November 2000 Correct answer.
  3. Odisha, 15 August 2000
  4. Maharashtra, 2 June 2014

Explanation

The Madhya Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2000 created Chhattisgarh as the 26th state of India, and it came into being on 1 November 2000. The date marks the formation day celebrated as Chhattisgarh Rajyotsav. The 1956 date in another option is associated with the reorganisation of states on linguistic lines, not with Chhattisgarh's creation.

Question 2General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

The state emblem of Chhattisgarh incorporates the symbol of which crop, reflecting the state's agricultural identity?

  1. Wheat
  2. Sugarcane
  3. Maize
  4. Rice (paddy) Correct answer.

Explanation

Chhattisgarh is popularly known as the rice bowl of central India, and paddy is central to its economy and culture. The state emblem places paddy sheaves alongside other symbols. This reflects the dominance of rice cultivation in districts such as Raipur, Durg and Bilaspur.

Question 3General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

Which river, originating in the Chhattisgarh region of Dandakaranya, is traditionally called the 'lifeline of Chhattisgarh'?

  1. Mahanadi Correct answer.
  2. Wainganga
  3. Indravati
  4. Hasdeo

Explanation

The Mahanadi rises near Sihawa in the Dhamtari district of Chhattisgarh and flows through the state's central plains before entering Odisha. It supports irrigation, drinking water and the Hirakud reservoir downstream. Because of this role it is commonly described as the lifeline of Chhattisgarh.

Question 4General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

The Chitrakote waterfall, often called the 'Niagara of India', is located in which district of Chhattisgarh?

  1. Raigarh
  2. Sarguja
  3. Bastar Correct answer.
  4. Bilaspur

Explanation

Chitrakote falls lies on the Indravati river in the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh. It is widest during the monsoon and is a major tourist attraction of the Bastar division. The nickname 'Niagara of India' refers to its broad horseshoe-shaped drop.

Question 5General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

Which tribal community of Chhattisgarh is the largest in population among the state's Scheduled Tribes?

  1. Gond Correct answer.
  2. Baiga
  3. Kamara
  4. Halba

Explanation

The Gond are the most numerous Scheduled Tribe in Chhattisgarh and are spread across Bastar, Durg, Raipur and other regions. Their language, Gondi, and their traditions such as the Gond painting style are widely recognised. Other listed tribes in the state are numerically much smaller.

Question 6General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

The famous Bastar Dussehra festival is primarily associated with the worship of which deity?

  1. Goddess Lakshmi
  2. Lord Shiva
  3. Lord Vishnu
  4. Danteshwari Devi Correct answer.

Explanation

Bastar Dussehra is centred on the worship of Danteshwari Devi, the presiding deity of the erstwhile Bastar royal family. The festival lasts over seventy days and involves rituals such as the Rath Parichalan and the Muria Darbar. It is distinct from the Ramayana-based Dussehra celebrated elsewhere.

Question 7General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

Which mineral resource is Chhattisgarh best known for producing in large quantities, especially in the Bailadila range?

  1. Iron ore Correct answer.
  2. Petroleum
  3. Bauxite
  4. Mica

Explanation

The Bailadila hills in Dantewada district contain some of India's richest iron ore deposits, exploited by NMDC. Chhattisgarh is a leading producer of iron ore and also of coal. The state's mineral wealth is a major source of revenue and industrial activity.

Question 8General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

Which is the official language of Chhattisgarh used for state administration?

  1. Marathi
  2. Chhattisgarhi
  3. Hindi Correct answer.
  4. Gondi

Explanation

Hindi is the official language of Chhattisgarh for administrative purposes. Chhattisgarhi is widely spoken and has been recognised as a language in the Eighth Schedule through the 2024 constitutional amendment, but Hindi remains the language of official business. Gondi and Marathi are regional or minority languages in the state.

Question 9General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

Which national park in Chhattisgarh is famous for the successful reintroduction of the Asiatic wild buffalo?

  1. Guru Ghasidas National Park
  2. Achanakmar-Amarkantak
  3. Indravati National Park Correct answer.
  4. Kanger Valley National Park

Explanation

Indravati National Park in Bijapur district is known for its population of the endangered Asiatic wild buffalo, also called the wild water buffalo. The park lies along the Indravati river and forms part of a larger tiger landscape. It is one of the state's most important protected areas.

Question 10General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

The 'Purkhauti Muktangan' in Naya Raipur is best described as which of the following?

  1. A wholesale agricultural market
  2. A thermal power station
  3. An open-air museum showcasing the culture of Chhattisgarh Correct answer.
  4. A tribal residential school

Explanation

Purkhauti Muktangan is a cultural village-style open-air museum in Naya Raipur that displays the art, architecture and lifestyles of Chhattisgarh's tribal communities. It features traditional dwellings, crafts and murals. It was developed as part of the new capital's cultural infrastructure.

Question 11General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

Which dance form, performed by the Muria tribe and involving a group swinging dance, is associated with the Ghotul tradition of Bastar?

  1. Sua
  2. Panthi
  3. Raut Nacha
  4. Ghotul dance Correct answer.

Explanation

The Ghotul is a traditional youth dormitory of the Muria tribe, and the dance performed in its context is referred to as Ghotul dance. It involves group singing and rhythmic movement and is central to Muria social life. Raut Nacha, Panthi and Sua are other distinct Chhattisgarhi folk dances.

Question 12General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

The Bhilai Steel Plant, a major public sector undertaking in Chhattisgarh, was set up with the technical collaboration of which country?

  1. United States
  2. Soviet Union Correct answer.
  3. Germany
  4. United Kingdom

Explanation

Bhilai Steel Plant was established with technical assistance from the Soviet Union and began production in 1959. It is one of India's largest integrated steel plants and a key unit of SAIL. Its location in Durg district made Chhattisgarh a major steel-producing state.

Question 13General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

Which Chhattisgarhi folk theatre form uses a mixture of dance, music and dialogue and is traditionally performed during the harvest season?

  1. Raut
  2. Karma
  3. Pandavani
  4. Nach Correct answer.

Explanation

Nach is a popular folk theatre form of Chhattisgarh combining dance, music and narrative, often staged during the harvest and festive season. It is performed by troupes in rural areas and draws on mythological and social themes. Pandavani, Raut and Karma are distinct performing traditions.

Question 14General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

The famous 'Bastar rebellion' of 1910 was primarily a protest by tribal people against which policy of the British administration?

  1. Imposition of income tax
  2. Compulsory military recruitment
  3. Interference with forest rights and traditional land use Correct answer.
  4. Ban on the Gondi language

Explanation

The Bastar rebellion of 1910, also called the Bhumkal, was a tribal uprising against British forest regulations and interference in traditional land and forest rights. Led by tribal leaders such as Gunda Dhur, it reflected resentment against the erosion of customary access to forests. It is remembered as a landmark in Chhattisgarh's freedom movement history.

Question 15General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

The Kanger Valley National Park is administratively located in which district of Chhattisgarh?

  1. Raipur
  2. Bastar Correct answer.
  3. Jashpur
  4. Korba

Explanation

Kanger Valley National Park lies in the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh and is known for its limestone caves, including Kutumsar and Tirathgarh falls nearby. It was declared a national park in 1982 and is home to the hill myna and other wildlife. Its location in Bastar makes it part of the state's southern biodiversity belt.

Question 16General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

Which of the following is the correct sequence of Chhattisgarh's major rivers from longest to shortest within the state?

  1. Indravati, Mahanadi, Hasdeo
  2. Mahanadi, Hasdeo, Indravati
  3. Hasdeo, Mahanadi, Indravati
  4. Mahanadi, Indravati, Hasdeo Correct answer.

Explanation

The Mahanadi is the longest river flowing through Chhattisgarh, followed by the Indravati, which drains the southern Bastar region. The Hasdeo is a shorter tributary of the Mahanadi in the north. This ordering reflects the relative lengths and catchment areas of the three rivers within the state.

Question 17General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

The 'Chhattisgarh Rajya Beej Evam Krishi Vikas Nigam' is primarily concerned with which activity?

  1. Management of tribal hostels
  2. Production and distribution of quality seeds and agricultural inputs Correct answer.
  3. Regulation of minor forest produce
  4. Construction of rural roads

Explanation

The state seed and agriculture development corporation is tasked with producing and distributing certified seeds and agricultural inputs to farmers. It supports the state's agricultural productivity, particularly for paddy. Its mandate is agricultural input supply, not forest produce or infrastructure.

Question 18General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

Which city of Chhattisgarh is known as the 'power capital' of the state due to its concentration of thermal power plants?

  1. Korba Correct answer.
  2. Dhamtari
  3. Jagdalpur
  4. Ambikapur

Explanation

Korba is called the power capital of Chhattisgarh because of the concentration of large thermal power stations such as NTPC Korba and Hasdeo thermal plants. The region's coal reserves feed these plants. Jagdalpur, Ambikapur and Dhamtari are not associated with this title.

Question 19General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

The 'Pandavani' folk singing tradition of Chhattisgarh is traditionally performed with which accompanying instrument?

  1. Sarangi
  2. Sitar
  3. Tambura Correct answer.
  4. Dholak

Explanation

Pandavani performers, called Pandavani artists, traditionally use the tambura as the primary accompanying instrument while narrating episodes from the Mahabharata. The form is associated with artists such as Teejan Bai and Ritu Verma. The tambura's drone supports the sung narrative.

Question 20General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

Naya Raipur, the planned new capital area of Chhattisgarh, is located in which district?

  1. Mahasamund
  2. Baloda Bazar
  3. Durg
  4. Raipur Correct answer.

Explanation

Naya Raipur, now officially named Atal Nagar, lies in Raipur district and was developed as a planned greenfield capital. It hosts the state secretariat, the assembly and various institutions. Its location within Raipur district distinguishes it from neighbouring Durg and Mahasamund.

Question 21General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

Chhattisgarh's 'Godhan Nyay Yojana' is a scheme primarily aimed at which objective?

  1. Procurement of cow dung to promote organic farming and rural income Correct answer.
  2. Insurance for cattle
  3. Subsidy for diesel pumps
  4. Distribution of free tractors

Explanation

Godhan Nyay Yojana, launched in 2020, purchases cow dung from cattle owners through gauthans and converts it into vermicompost and other products. It aims to boost rural incomes, promote organic farming and improve cattle welfare. The scheme is not a tractor or pump subsidy programme.

Question 22General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

Which Chhattisgarhi festival is celebrated to mark the arrival of the new harvest and involves the worship of cattle and agricultural implements?

  1. Teeja
  2. Karma
  3. Pola
  4. Hareli Correct answer.

Explanation

Hareli is celebrated in the monsoon month of Shravan and involves worship of agricultural implements, cattle and trees, marking the start of the sowing season. It reflects the agrarian character of Chhattisgarhi society. Pola, Teeja and Karma are separate festivals with different rituals.

Question 23General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

Which of the following statements about the geographical extent of Chhattisgarh is correct?

  1. It is a landlocked state bordered by six states
  2. It shares borders with only two states
  3. It shares borders with seven states Correct answer.
  4. It has a coastline on the Bay of Bengal

Explanation

Chhattisgarh is a landlocked state bordered by seven states: Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Jharkhand and Uttar Pradesh. This large number of neighbours results from its central-eastern location. It has no coastline, and the count of two or six is inaccurate.

Question 24General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

The 'Bhumkal' rebellion of 1910 in Bastar was led by which tribal leader?

  1. Tantya Bhil
  2. Birsa Munda
  3. Alluri Sitarama Raju
  4. Gunda Dhur Correct answer.

Explanation

Gunda Dhur is remembered as a key leader of the Bhumkal rebellion in Bastar against British forest policies. The uprising mobilised tribal communities across the region. Birsa Munda, Tantya Bhil and Alluri Sitarama Raju led movements in other parts of India.

Question 25General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

Which of the following best explains why Chhattisgarh is called the 'rice bowl' of central India?

  1. It has the largest rice export port in India
  2. It is the only state where rice is grown
  3. Its fertile Chhattisgarh plains and abundant rainfall support large-scale paddy cultivation Correct answer.
  4. It receives the highest rice procurement price in the country

Explanation

The Chhattisgarh plains, formed by the Mahanadi and its tributaries, have fertile alluvial soils and receive adequate monsoon rainfall, making paddy the dominant crop. The state consistently ranks among India's leading rice producers and contributors to the central pool. The nickname derives from agro-climatic conditions, not from ports or pricing.

Question 26General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

Which Chhattisgarhi folk dance, performed by the Baiga tribe, involves women dancing in a circle with sticks and is often associated with the harvest season?

  1. Karma Correct answer.
  2. Raut Nacha
  3. Saila
  4. Panthi

Explanation

The Karma dance is a popular tribal dance of Chhattisgarh performed by the Baiga and other tribes, especially during the Karma festival, which marks the harvest. Dancers form a circle and move rhythmically, often with sticks, celebrating nature and fertility.

Question 27General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

Which Chhattisgarhi folk theatre form uses a mixture of dance, music, and dialogue and is traditionally performed during the night after the harvest season?

  1. Gammat
  2. Nacha Correct answer.
  3. Karma
  4. Pandavani

Explanation

Nacha is a popular folk theatre form of Chhattisgarh that combines dance, music, and dialogue, often performed in villages during festive occasions and after harvest. It is distinct from other folk traditions and is known for its satirical and entertaining content.

Question 28General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

The 'Bastar rebellion' of 1910 was primarily a protest by tribal people against which policy of the British administration?

  1. Imposition of taxes and forest laws Correct answer.
  2. Introduction of the zamindari system
  3. Ban on tribal festivals
  4. Forced recruitment into the army

Explanation

The Bastar rebellion of 1910, also known as the Bhumkal rebellion, was a tribal uprising against the British policies that imposed taxes, restricted access to forests, and interfered with traditional tribal rights. The rebels protested against the exploitation of forest resources and the loss of their autonomy.

Question 29General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

The famous 'Bastar Dussehra' festival is primarily associated with the worship of which deity?

  1. Durga
  2. Lingaraj
  3. Jagannath
  4. Danteshwari Correct answer.

Explanation

Bastar Dussehra is a unique festival celebrated in Bastar, Chhattisgarh, dedicated to the goddess Danteshwari, the presiding deity of the region. The festival spans 75 days and involves various rituals and performances, distinct from the traditional Dussehra celebrations elsewhere.

Question 30General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

Which national park in Chhattisgarh is renowned for the rare Hill Myna bird and the Kutumsar caves?

  1. Kanger Valley National Park Correct answer.
  2. Indravati National Park
  3. Achanakmar-Amarkantak Biosphere Reserve
  4. Guru Ghasidas National Park

Explanation

Kanger Valley National Park, located in Bastar district, is famous for the Hill Myna (a protected bird) and the limestone Kutumsar caves. Indravati National Park is known for tigers, while Guru Ghasidas and Achanakmar are other protected areas without these specific features.

Question 31General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

The Chhattisgarh government's 'Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana' was launched primarily to provide financial support to which group?

  1. Tribal artisans and craftsmen
  2. Urban street vendors
  3. Landless agricultural labourers
  4. Small and marginal farmers Correct answer.

Explanation

The Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana, launched in 2020, aims to provide direct income support to small and marginal farmers in Chhattisgarh, complementing the central PM-KISAN scheme. It is not targeted at landless labourers, artisans, or urban vendors.

Question 32General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

Which Chhattisgarhi folk song genre is traditionally sung by women during the festival of Teej and depicts the pain of separation from the beloved?

  1. Pandwani
  2. Sohar
  3. Bharthari
  4. Fag Correct answer.

Explanation

Fag songs are sung by women during Teej and other festivals, often expressing the emotions of separation and longing. Pandwani is an epic narrative, Bharthari is a didactic folk tale, and Sohar is a song of celebration, especially for childbirth.

Question 33General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

Chhattisgarh's 'Bhojali' or 'Bhojli' folk dance is performed by which tribal community?

  1. Gond Correct answer.
  2. Halba
  3. Baiga
  4. Kamar

Explanation

Bhojali dance is a traditional folk dance of the Gond tribe, performed during festivals and social gatherings. The Baiga perform the Karma dance, while Halba and Kamar have their own distinct cultural practices.

Question 34General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

The 'Chhattisgarh State Skill Development Authority' (CSSDA) primarily focuses on which of the following?

  1. Managing state-run schools
  2. Promoting tribal art and handicrafts
  3. Enhancing employability through vocational training Correct answer.
  4. Providing agricultural loans to farmers

Explanation

CSSDA is mandated to improve employability by offering skill development and vocational training programs aligned with industry needs. It does not directly provide agricultural loans, promote handicrafts, or manage schools.

Question 35General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

Which of the following is the correct chronological order of Chhattisgarh's formation as a state and the first assembly election held after it?

  1. State formed in 2000, first election in 2003 Correct answer.
  2. State formed in 2000, first election in 2001
  3. State formed in 2001, first election in 2003
  4. State formed in 2000, first election in 2000

Explanation

Chhattisgarh was carved out of Madhya Pradesh on 1 November 2000. The first legislative assembly election was held in 2003, when the state's first elected government took office.

Question 36General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

The 'Bastar Dussehra' festival, lasting 75 days, is unique because it primarily celebrates which deity?

  1. Lord Shiva
  2. Lord Jagannath
  3. Lord Rama
  4. Goddess Danteshwari Correct answer.

Explanation

Bastar Dussehra is centered on the worship of Goddess Danteshwari, the presiding deity of the Bastar royal family, rather than Lord Rama as in typical Dussehra celebrations. It involves unique rituals like the Rath Yatra of Danteshwari.

Question 37General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

Which of the following statements about the 'Godhan Nyay Yojana' of Chhattisgarh is correct?

  1. It procures cow dung from farmers and pays them. Correct answer.
  2. It offers crop insurance at subsidized rates.
  3. It distributes free seeds to tribal farmers.
  4. It provides free electricity to farmers.

Explanation

The Godhan Nyay Yojana, launched in 2020, purchases cow dung from farmers and livestock owners at a fixed rate, promoting organic farming and rural income. It does not provide electricity, seeds, or insurance.

Question 38General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

In the context of Chhattisgarh's geography, the 'Dandakaranya' region is best described as which of the following?

  1. A plateau known for coal mining
  2. A fertile alluvial plain in the Mahanadi basin
  3. A hilly, forested area spanning parts of Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh Correct answer.
  4. A coastal strip along the Bay of Bengal

Explanation

Dandakaranya is a vast forested and hilly region in central India, covering parts of Chhattisgarh (especially Bastar), Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh. It is not a plain, a coal plateau, or a coastal area.

Question 39General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

Which Chhattisgarhi folk instrument is a large drum traditionally played during the 'Raut Nacha' dance?

  1. Mandar Correct answer.
  2. Dhol
  3. Timki
  4. Nagara

Explanation

The Mandar is a large barrel drum used in Raut Nacha, a dance of the Yadav community. Dhol, Nagara, and Timki are other drums but not the primary instrument for Raut Nacha.

Question 40General Knowledge and Current Affairs (with emphasis on Chhattisgarh)

The 'Chhattisgarh Rajya Van Vikas Nigam' is primarily responsible for which of the following?

  1. Promotion of tribal tourism
  2. Collection and marketing of minor forest produce Correct answer.
  3. Management of national parks and sanctuaries
  4. Regulation of mining activities

Explanation

The Chhattisgarh Rajya Van Vikas Nigam (Chhattisgarh State Forest Development Corporation) is involved in the procurement and marketing of minor forest produce like tendu leaves, mahua, and sal seeds, supporting tribal livelihoods. It does not directly manage protected areas, tourism, or mining.

Question 41General Hindi and English Language

मंडी निरीक्षक पद की परीक्षा में 'वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द' पर आधारित प्रश्न में निम्नलिखित में से कौन-सा विकल्प 'जिसकी कोई तुलना न हो' के लिए सही एक शब्द है?

  1. अनुपम Correct answer.
  2. अनुकूल
  3. अनिवार्य
  4. अनुभवी

Explanation

'जिसकी कोई तुलना न हो' के लिए 'अनुपम' शब्द प्रयुक्त होता है, जिसका अर्थ है बेजोड़ या जिसकी बराबरी न हो सके। यह उपसर्ग 'अन्' के साथ 'उपमा' से बना है और अर्थ की दृष्टि से मूल वाक्यांश से पूर्णतः मेल खाता है।

Question 42General Hindi and English Language

मंडी निरीक्षक की रिपोर्ट में लिखा गया वाक्य: 'किसान ने कहा कि उसकी फसल बारिश से खराब हो गई है।' यह वाक्य रचना की दृष्टि से किस प्रकार का है?

  1. संयुक्त वाक्य
  2. मिश्र वाक्य Correct answer.
  3. आज्ञार्थक वाक्य
  4. सरल वाक्य

Explanation

जिस वाक्य में एक मुख्य उपवाक्य हो और एक या अधिक आश्रित उपवाक्य 'कि' जैसे योजक से जुड़े हों, उसे मिश्र वाक्य कहते हैं। यहाँ 'किसान ने कहा' मुख्य उपवाक्य है और 'कि उसकी फसल बारिश से खराब हो गई है' आश्रित उपवाक्य है।

Question 43General Hindi and English Language

Choose the word that correctly completes the sentence in an inspection report: 'The stock register was found ______ maintained, so no penalty was recommended.'

  1. properness
  2. properly Correct answer.
  3. propering
  4. proper

Explanation

The verb 'maintained' needs an adverb to modify it, and 'properly' is the adverb form of the adjective 'proper'. In English, adverbs typically end in '-ly' and describe how an action is carried out.

Question 44General Hindi and English Language

'मंडी शुल्क की वसूली समय पर होनी चाहिए' - इस वाक्य में 'वसूली' शब्द का सही पर्यायवाची निम्नलिखित में से कौन है?

  1. भुगतान
  2. क्षमा
  3. वृद्धि
  4. प्राप्ति Correct answer.

Explanation

'वसूली' का अर्थ है धन या देय राशि को प्राप्त करना, इसलिए इसका निकटतम पर्यायवाची 'प्राप्ति' है। दोनों शब्दों में धन या राशि के हाथ में आने का भाव समान रूप से व्यक्त होता है।

Question 45General Hindi and English Language

Select the correctly spelt word as it would appear in an official inspection note.

  1. accomodation
  2. acommodation
  3. accommodation Correct answer.
  4. accommodetion

Explanation

The correct spelling is 'accommodation', which contains double 'c' and double 'm'. This is a commonly misspelt word because the doubled consonants are often reduced to single letters in casual writing.

Question 46General Hindi and English Language

'निरीक्षक ने गोदाम का निरीक्षण किया' - इस वाक्य में 'का' किस कारक का चिह्न है?

  1. कर्म कारक
  2. संबंध कारक Correct answer.
  3. करण कारक
  4. अधिकरण कारक

Explanation

'का', 'की', 'के' संबंध कारक के परसर्ग हैं, जो एक संज्ञा का संबंध दूसरी संज्ञा से जोड़ते हैं। यहाँ 'गोदाम का' से गोदाम और निरीक्षण के बीच संबंध स्पष्ट होता है।

Question 47General Hindi and English Language

In an inspection report, choose the option that best replaces the underlined part: 'The officer insisted that the records be verified before the auction begins.'

  1. records were verified
  2. records are verified
  3. records be verified Correct answer.
  4. records will be verified

Explanation

After verbs like 'insist', 'demand' and 'recommend', English uses the subjunctive mood, which takes the base form of the verb regardless of the subject. Hence 'that the records be verified' is grammatically correct in formal official writing.

Question 48General Hindi and English Language

'जिसे मंडी में तौलने के बाद शुल्क देना पड़ता है' - इस वाक्यांश का सर्वाधिक उपयुक्त एक शब्द कौन-सा है?

  1. शुल्कभार
  2. शुल्कार्ह Correct answer.
  3. तुलनीय
  4. भारशुल्क

Explanation

'शुल्कार्ह' का अर्थ है जिस पर शुल्क लगना चाहिए या जिसे शुल्क देना पड़े। यह 'शुल्क' और 'अर्ह' से बना है तथा वाक्यांश के अर्थ को सटीक रूप से व्यक्त करता है।

Question 49General Hindi and English Language

Identify the part of speech of the word 'promptly' in the sentence: 'The inspector promptly submitted the report to the mandi board.'

  1. Adjective
  2. Adverb Correct answer.
  3. Conjunction
  4. Preposition

Explanation

'Promptly' modifies the verb 'submitted' and answers the question 'how?', which makes it an adverb. Adverbs of manner are typically formed by adding '-ly' to an adjective.

Question 50General Hindi and English Language

निम्नलिखित में से कौन-सा शब्द 'मंडी' से संबंधित प्रशासनिक शब्दावली का सही अंग्रेज़ी पर्याय है: 'निरीक्षण'?

  1. Insulation
  2. Inspection Correct answer.
  3. Installation
  4. Instruction

Explanation

'निरीक्षण' का अंग्रेज़ी पर्याय 'inspection' है, जिसका अर्थ है किसी कार्य या स्थान की जाँच करना। यह शब्द मंडी प्रशासन में नियमित जाँच के संदर्भ में प्रयुक्त होता है।