UPSC Prelims 2023

General Studies Paper II (CSAT)

80 questions, 2 hours. Open a question for its answer and why.

1. Question 1 · Reading Comprehension

   

   Which one of the following statements best reflects the most rational, practical and immediate action required to ensure fair and equitable allocation of water to different stakeholders ?

   aA national, pragmatic, legal and policy framework for water allocation should be made.

   bAll river systems of the country should be linked and huge aquifers created.

   cWater channels between regions of water surplus and regions of water deficit should be created.

   dTo mitigate water crisis, water demand of sectors such as agriculture and industry should be reduced.
2. Question 2 · Reading Comprehension

   

   Which one of the following statements best reflects what is implied by the passage ?

   aEducation system must be strengthened in rural areas.

   bLarge scale and effective implementation of skill development programme is the need of the hour.

   cFor economic development, health and nutrition of only skilled workers needs special attention.

   dFor rapid economic growth as envisaged by us, attention should be paid to health and nutrition of the people.
3. Question 3 · Reading Comprehension

   

   Which one of the following statements best reflects the most logical and rational message conveyed by the author of the passage ?

   aAdaptation to climate change and mitigation response are basically the responsibilities of the government.

   bClimate change causes a change in government policies regarding land use patterns in the country.

   cRisk perceptions of farmers are important for motivating them for taking adaptation decisions.

   dSince mitigation is not possible, governments should come up with policies for quick response to climate change.
4. Question 4 · Basic Numeracy

   Raj has ten pairs of red, nine pairs of white and eight pairs of black shoes in a box. If he randomly picks shoes one by one (without replacement) from the box to get a red pair of shoes to wear, what is the maximum number of attempts he has to make ?

   a27

   b36

   c44

   d45
5. Question 5 · Basic Numeracy

   In how many ways can a batsman score exactly 25 runs by scoring single runs, fours and sixes only, irrespective of the sequence of scoring shots ?

   a18

   b19

   c20

   d21
6. Question 6 · Basic Numeracy

   There are four letters and four envelopes and exactly one letter is to be put in exactly one envelope with the correct address. If the letters are randomly inserted into the envelopes, then consider the following statements :

   1. 1.It is possible that exactly one letter goes into an incorrect envelope.
   2. 2.There are only six ways in which only two letters can go into the correct envelopes.

   Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

   a1 only

   b2 only

   cBoth 1 and 2

   dNeither 1 nor 2
7. Question 7 · Basic Numeracy

   What is the remainder when 85 × 87 × 89 × 91 × 95 × 96 is divided by 100 ?

   a0

   b1

   c2

   d4
8. Question 8 · Basic Numeracy

   What is the unit digit in the expansion of (57242)^(9×7×5×3×1) ?

   a2

   b4

   c6

   d8
9. Question 9 · Basic Numeracy

   If ABC and DEF are both 3-digit numbers such that A, B, C, D, E and F are distinct non-zero digits such that ABC + DEF = 1111, then what is the value of A + B + C + D + E + F ?

   a28

   b29

   c30

   d31
10. Question 10 · Basic Numeracy

    D is a 3-digit number such that the ratio of the number to the sum of its digits is least. What is the difference between the digit at the hundred's place and the digit at the unit's place of D ?

    a0

    b7

    c8

    d9
11. Question 11 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Which one of the following statements best reflects the crucial message conveyed by the author of the passage ?

    aBusinesses that cause emissions may need to close down or pay for pollution in future.

    bThe only solution is technological development related to the issues of climate change.

    cWaiting to deal with carbon emissions until technology improves is not a wise strategy.

    dSince future technological change is uncertain, new industries should be based on renewable energy sources.
12. Question 12 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Which one of the following statements best implies the most rational assumption that can be made from the passage ?

    aWe are likely to spend more money on cure than prevention.

    bIt is the job of the government to solve our environmental and public health problems.

    cHealth can be protected even if environmental problems go on unattended.

    dLoss of traditional lifestyle and the influence of western values led to some unhealthy ways of living.
13. Question 13 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Which one of the following statements best reflects the crux of the passage ?

    aThe scheme of Universal Basic Income should be implemented worldwide as a way of poverty alleviation.

    bWe must place food-based nutrition at the centre of our policy debate.

    cNutritional status of food should be improved by creating appropriate genetically modified crops.

    dUsing modern food processing technologies, we must fortify food items with required nutrient elements.
14. Question 14 · Basic Numeracy

    Three of the five positive integers p, q, r, s, t are even and two of them are odd (not necessarily in order). Consider the following :

    1. 1.p + q + r – s – t is definitely even.
    2. 2.2p + q + 2r – 2s + t is definitely odd.

    Which of the above statements is/are correct ?

    a1 only

    b2 only

    cBoth 1 and 2

    dNeither 1 nor 2
15. Question 15 · Basic Numeracy

    Consider the following in respect of prime number p and composite number c.

    1. 1.(p + c)/(p – c) can be even.
    2. 2.2p + c can be odd.
    3. 3.pc can be odd.

    Which of the statements given above are correct ?

    a1 and 2 only

    b2 and 3 only

    c1 and 3 only

    d1, 2 and 3
16. Question 16 · Basic Numeracy

    A 3-digit number ABC, on multiplication with D gives 37DD where A, B, C and D are different non-zero digits. What is the value of A + B + C ?

    a18

    b16

    c15

    dCannot be determined due to insufficient data
17. Question 17 · Basic Numeracy

    For any choices of values of X, Y and Z, the 6-digit number of the form XYZXYZ is divisible by :

    a7 and 11 only

    b11 and 13 only

    c7 and 13 only

    d7, 11 and 13
18. Question 18 · Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability

    125 identical cubes are arranged in the form of a cubical block. How many cubes are surrounded by other cubes from each side ?

    a27

    b25

    c21

    d18
19. Question 19 · Basic Numeracy

    How many distinct 8-digit numbers can be formed by rearranging the digits of the number 11223344 such that odd digits occupy odd positions and even digits occupy even positions ?

    a12

    b18

    c36

    d72
20. Question 20 · Basic Numeracy

    A, B, C working independently can do a piece of work in 8, 16 and 12 days respectively. A alone works on Monday, B alone works on Tuesday, C alone works on Wednesday; A alone, again works on Thursday and so on. Consider the following statements :

    1. 1.The work will be finished on Thursday.
    2. 2.The work will be finished in 10 days.

    Which of the above statements is/are correct ?

    a1 only

    b2 only

    cBoth 1 and 2

    dNeither 1 nor 2
21. Question 21 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Which one of the following statements best reflects the most logical and rational implication conveyed by the passage ?

    aArbitrary curbs on vehicles to reduce pollution are difficult to implement.

    bKnee-jerk reactions cannot solve the problem of pollution but an evidence-based approach will be more effective.

    cA heavy penalty should be enforced on those driving without periodic pollution tests.

    dIn the absence of laws to deal with the problems of pollution, the administration tends to make arbitrary decisions.
22. Question 22 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Which of the following statements best reflects the logical inference from the passage given above ?

    aIt is an important agenda of the countries around the world to ensure access to good external financing.

    bGood corporate governance improves the credibility of the firms.

    cInternational capital markets ensure that the firms maintain good corporate governance.

    dGood corporate governance paves the way for robust supply chains.
23. Question 23 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Which one of the following statements best reflects the most logical and rational inference that can be drawn from the passage ?

    aThe home range of elephants needs to be a vast area of rich biodiversity.

    bElephants are the keystone species and they benefit the biodiversity.

    cRich biodiversity cannot be maintained in the forests without the presence of elephants.

    dElephants are capable of regenerating forests with species as per their requirement.
24. Question 24 · Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability

    If 7 ⊕ 9 ⊕ 10 = 8, 9 ⊕ 11 ⊕ 30 = 5, 11 ⊕ 17 ⊕ 21 = 13, what is the value of 23 ⊕ 4 ⊕ 15 ?

    a6

    b8

    c13

    d15
25. Question 25 · Basic Numeracy

    Let x be a positive integer such that 7x + 96 is divisible by x. How many values of x are possible ?

    a10

    b11

    c12

    dInfinitely many
26. Question 26 · Basic Numeracy

    If p, q, r and s are distinct single digit positive numbers, then what is the greatest value of (p + q)(r + s) ?

    a230

    b225

    c224

    d221
27. Question 27 · Basic Numeracy

    A number N is formed by writing 9 for 99 times. What is the remainder if N is divided by 13 ?

    a11

    b9

    c7

    d1
28. Question 28 · Basic Numeracy

    Each digit of a 9-digit number is 1. It is multiplied by itself. What is the sum of the digits of the resulting number ?

    a64

    b80

    c81

    d100
29. Question 29 · Basic Numeracy

    What is the sum of all digits which appear in all the integers from 10 to 100 ?

    a855

    b856

    c910

    d911
30. Question 30 · Basic Numeracy

    ABCD is a square. One point on each of AB and CD; and two distinct points on each of BC and DA are chosen. How many distinct triangles can be drawn using any three points as vertices out of these six points ?

    a16

    b18

    c20

    d24
31. Question 31 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Based on the above passage, the following assumptions have been made :

    1. 1.Collection, processing and segregation of municipal waste should be with government agencies.
    2. 2.Resource recovery and recycling require technological inputs that can be best handled by private sector enterprises.

    Which of the assumptions given above is/are correct ?

    a1 only

    b2 only

    cBoth 1 and 2

    dNeither 1 nor 2
32. Question 32 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Which one of the following statements best reflects the crux of the passage ?

    aGeneration of energy from municipal solid waste is inexpensive.

    bBiomethanation is the most ideal way of generating energy from municipal solid waste.

    cSegregation of municipal solid waste is the first step in ensuring the success of waste-to-energy plants.

    dThe biodegradable component of India's municipal solid waste is not adequate to provide energy from waste efficiently/effectively.
33. Question 33 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Based on the above passage, the following assumptions have been made :

    1. 1.Organic farming is inherently unsafe for both farmers and consumers.
    2. 2.Farmers and consumers need to be educated about eco-friendly food.

    Which of the assumptions given above is/are correct ?

    a1 only

    b2 only

    cBoth 1 and 2

    dNeither 1 nor 2
34. Question 34 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Which one of the following statements best reflects the most logical, rational and practical message conveyed by the author of the passage ?

    aIn India, organic farming should not be promoted as a substitute for conventional farming.

    bThere are no safe organic alternatives to chemical fertilizers.

    cIn India, farmers need to be guided and helped to make their organic farming sustainable.

    dThe aim of organic farming should not be to generate huge profits as there is still no global market for its products.
35. Question 35 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Based on the above passage, the following assumptions have been made :

    1. 1.To implement the Sustainable Development Goals and to achieve zero-hunger goal, monoculture agriculture practices are inevitable even if they do not address malnutrition.
    2. 2.Dependence on a few crops has negative consequences for human health and the ecosystem.
    3. 3.Government policies regarding food planning need to incorporate nutritional security.
    4. 4.For the present monoculture agriculture practices, farmers receive subsidies in various ways and government offers remunerative prices for grains and therefore they do not tend to consider crop diversity.

    Which of the above assumptions are valid ?

    a1, 2 and 4 only

    b2 and 3 only

    c3 and 4 only

    d1, 2, 3 and 4
36. Question 36 · Basic Numeracy

    A box contains 14 black balls, 20 blue balls, 26 green balls, 28 yellow balls, 38 red balls and 54 white balls. Consider the following statements :

    1. 1.The smallest number n such that any n balls drawn from the box randomly must contain one full group of at least one colour is 175.
    2. 2.The smallest number m such that any m balls drawn from the box randomly must contain at least one ball of each colour is 167.

    Which of the above statements is/are correct ?

    a1 only

    b2 only

    cBoth 1 and 2

    dNeither 1 nor 2
37. Question 37 · Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability

    If 'ZERO' is written as 'CHUR', then how is 'PLAYER' written ?

    aSOCAGT

    bSODBGT

    cSODBHT

    dSODBHU
38. Question 38 · Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability

    Consider the following statements :

    1. 1.A is older than B.
    2. 2.C and D are of the same age.
    3. 3.E is the youngest.
    4. 4.F is younger than D.
    5. 5.F is older than A.

    How many statements given above are required to determine the oldest person/persons ?

    aOnly two

    bOnly three

    cOnly four

    dAll five
39. Question 39 · Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability

    Consider the following including the Question and the Statements : There are 5 members A, B, C, D, E in a family. Question : What is the relation of E to B ?

    1. Statement-1A and B are a married couple.
    2. Statement-2D is the father of C.
    3. Statement-3E is D's son.
    4. Statement-4A and C are sisters.

    Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above Question and Statements ?

    aStatement-1, Statement-2 and Statement-3 are sufficient to answer the Question.

    bStatement-1, Statement-3 and Statement-4 are sufficient to answer the Question.

    cAll four statements together are sufficient to answer the Question.

    dAll four statements are not sufficient to answer the Question.
40. Question 40 · Basic Numeracy

    Choose the group which is different from the others :

    a17, 37, 47, 97

    b31, 41, 53, 67

    c71, 73, 79, 83

    d83, 89, 91, 97
41. Question 41 · Reading Comprehension

    

    With reference to the above passage, the following assumptions have been made :

    1. 1.Global warming is causing spring to come early and for longer durations.
    2. 2.Early spring and longer period of spring is not good for bird populations.

    Which of the above assumptions is/are correct ?

    a1 only

    b2 only

    cBoth 1 and 2

    dNeither 1 nor 2
42. Question 42 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Which one of the following statements best reflects the most logical, rational and crucial message implied by the passage ?

    aAn enhanced efficiency of use of nitrogen is imperative for both food production and environment.

    bProduction of synthetic nitrogen fertilizers cannot be stopped as it will adversely affect global food security.

    cAlternatives to crops that require excess of nitrogen should be identified and cultivated.

    dConventional agriculture using synthetic fertilizers should be replaced with agroforestry, agroecosystems and organic farming.
43. Question 43 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Which one of the following statements best reflects the most logical, rational and crucial message conveyed by the passage ?

    aClimate justice should be ingrained in detail in the rules of all the new climate compacts/agreements.

    bEnvironmental resources are unevenly distributed and exploited across the globe.

    cThere is an impending issue of dealing with a huge number of climate change victims/climate refugees.

    dClimate change in all its connotations is mostly due to developed countries and therefore their share of burden should be more.
44. Question 44 · Basic Numeracy

    A principal P becomes Q in 1 year when compounded half-yearly with R% annual rate of interest. If the same principal P becomes Q in 1 year when compounded annually with S% annual rate of interest, then which one of the following is correct ?

    aR = S

    bR > S

    cR < S

    dR ≤ S
45. Question 45 · Basic Numeracy

    How many natural numbers are there which give a remainder of 31 when 1186 is divided by these natural numbers ?

    a6

    b7

    c8

    d9
46. Question 46 · Basic Numeracy

    Let pp, qq and rr be 2-digit numbers where p < q < r. If pp + qq + rr = tt0, where tt0 is a 3-digit number ending with zero, consider the following statements :

    1. 1.The number of possible values of p is 5.
    2. 2.The number of possible values of q is 6.

    Which of the above statements is/are correct ?

    a1 only

    b2 only

    cBoth 1 and 2

    dNeither 1 nor 2
47. Question 47 · Basic Numeracy

    What is the sum of all 4-digit numbers less than 2000 formed by the digits 1, 2, 3 and 4, where none of the digits is repeated ?

    a7998

    b8028

    c8878

    d9238
48. Question 48 · Basic Numeracy

    What is the number of selections of 10 consecutive things out of 12 things in a circle taken in the clockwise direction ?

    a3

    b11

    c12

    d66
49. Question 49 · Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability

    If today is Sunday, then which day is it exactly on 10^10 th day ?

    aWednesday

    bThursday

    cFriday

    dSaturday
50. Question 50 · Basic Numeracy

    There are three traffic signals. Each signal changes colour from green to red and then from red to green. The first signal takes 25 seconds, the second signal takes 39 seconds and the third signal takes 60 seconds to change the colour from green to red. The durations for green and red colours are same. At 2:00 p.m, they together turn green. At what time will they change to green next, simultaneously ?

    a4:00 p.m.

    b4:10 p.m.

    c4:20 p.m.

    d4:30 p.m.
51. Question 51 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Which one of the following statements best reflects the most logical and rational message conveyed by the author of the passage ?

    aFood yielding trees should replace other trees in rural and tribal areas and community owned lands.

    bFood security cannot be ensured in India with the present practice of conventional agriculture.

    cWastelands and degraded areas in India should be converted into agroforestry systems to help the poor.

    dAgroecosystems should be developed in addition to or along with conventional agriculture.
52. Question 52 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Which one of the following statements best reflects the most logical and practical message conveyed by the passage ?

    aIt is necessary to put proper effluent treatment protocols in place.

    bIt is necessary to promote environmental awareness among people.

    cSpread of drug-resistant bacteria cannot be done away with, as it is inherent in modern medical care.

    dPharma-manufacturing companies should be set up in remote rural areas, away from crowded towns and cities.
53. Question 53 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Which one of the following statements best reflects the crux of the passage ?

    aTo become a global power, India needs to invest in universal quality education.

    bIndia is unable to become a global power because it is not focussing or promoting knowledge economy.

    cOur education system should focus more on imparting skills during higher education.

    dParents of many school children are illiterate and are unaware of the benefits of quality education.
54. Question 54 · Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability

    40 children are standing in a circle and one of them (say child-1) has a ring. The ring is passed clockwise. Child-1 passes on to child-2, child-2 passes on to child-4, child-4 passes on to child-7 and so on. After how many such changes (including child-1) will the ring be in the hands of child-1 again ?

    a14

    b15

    c16

    d17
55. Question 55 · Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability

    What is the middle term of the sequence Z, Z, Y, Y, Y, X, X, X, X, W, W, W, W, W, . . ., A ?

    aH

    bI

    cJ

    dM
56. Question 56 · Data Interpretation

    Question : Is p greater than q ?

    1. Statement-1p × q is greater than zero.
    2. Statement-2p^2 is greater than q^2.

    Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above Question and the Statements ?

    aThe Question can be answered by using one of the Statements alone, but cannot be answered using the other Statement alone.

    bThe Question can be answered by using either Statement alone.

    cThe Question can be answered by using both the Statements together, but cannot be answered using either Statement alone.

    dThe Question cannot be answered even by using both the Statements together.
57. Question 57 · Data Interpretation

    Question : Is (p + q – r) greater than (p – q + r), where p, q and r are integers ?

    1. Statement-1(p – q) is positive.
    2. Statement-2(p – r) is negative.

    Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above Question and the Statements ?

    aThe Question can be answered by using one of the Statements alone, but cannot be answered using the other Statement alone.

    bThe Question can be answered by using either Statement alone.

    cThe Question can be answered by using both the Statements together, but cannot be answered using either Statement alone.

    dThe Question cannot be answered even by using both the Statements together.
58. Question 58 · Data Interpretation

    In a party, 75 persons took tea, 60 persons took coffee and 15 persons took both tea and coffee. No one taking milk takes tea. Each person takes at least one drink. Question : How many persons attended the party ?

    1. Statement-150 persons took milk.
    2. Statement-2Number of persons who attended the party is five times the number of persons who took milk only.

    Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above Question and the Statements ?

    aThe Question can be answered by using one of the Statements alone, but cannot be answered using the other Statement alone.

    bThe Question can be answered by using either Statement alone.

    cThe Question can be answered by using both the Statements together, but cannot be answered using either Statement alone.

    dThe Question cannot be answered even by using both the Statements together.
59. Question 59 · Data Interpretation

    Consider a 3-digit number. Question : What is the number ?

    1. Statement-1The sum of the digits of the number is equal to the product of the digits.
    2. Statement-2The number is divisible by the sum of the digits of the number.

    Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above Question and the Statements ?

    aThe Question can be answered by using one of the Statements alone, but cannot be answered using the other Statement alone.

    bThe Question can be answered by using either Statement alone.

    cThe Question can be answered by using both the Statements together, but cannot be answered using either Statement alone.

    dThe Question cannot be answered even by using both the Statements together.
60. Question 60 · Data Interpretation

    For five children with ages a < b < c < d < e; any two successive ages differ by 2 years. Question : What is the age of the youngest child ?

    1. Statement-1The age of the eldest is 3 times the youngest.
    2. Statement-2The average age of the children is 8 years.

    Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above Question and the Statements ?

    aThe Question can be answered by using one of the Statements alone, but cannot be answered using the other Statement alone.

    bThe Question can be answered by using either Statement alone.

    cThe Question can be answered by using both the Statements together, but cannot be answered using either Statement alone.

    dThe Question cannot be answered even by using both the Statements together.
61. Question 61 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Which one of the following statements best reflects the most logical message implied by the above passage ?

    aModern technology enfeebles societal structure and makes life difficult.

    bModern life is full of uncertainties and endless difficult choices.

    cWe are influenced by the opinion of others and have no courage to follow our own convictions.

    dIn our lives, having too few choices may not be a good thing, but having too many can be equally as difficult.
62. Question 62 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Regarding the financialization of household savings, which of the following statements best reflect the solutions that are implied by the passage ?

    1. 1.A flexible environment is needed to develop solutions.
    2. 2.Households need customised solutions.
    3. 3.Innovations in financial technology are required.

    Select the correct answer using the code given below :

    a1 and 2 only

    b2 and 3 only

    c1 and 3 only

    d1, 2 and 3
63. Question 63 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Based on the above passage, the following assumptions have been made :

    1. 1.Patent protection given to patentees puts a huge burden on public's purchasing power in accessing patented medicines.
    2. 2.Dependence on other countries for pharmaceutical products is a huge burden for developing and poor countries.
    3. 3.Providing medicines to the public at affordable prices is a key goal during the public health policy design in many countries.
    4. 4.Governments need to find an appropriate balance between the rights of patentees and the requirements of the patients.

    Which of the above assumptions are valid ?

    a1 and 2

    b1 and 4

    c3 and 4

    d2 and 3
64. Question 64 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Based on the above passage, the following assumptions have been made :

    1. 1.Protection of privacy is not just a right, but it has value to the economy.
    2. 2.There is a fundamental link between privacy and innovation.

    Which of the above assumptions is/are valid ?

    a1 only

    b2 only

    cBoth 1 and 2

    dNeither 1 nor 2
65. Question 65 · Basic Numeracy

    In an examination, the maximum marks for each of the four papers namely P, Q, R and S are 100. Marks scored by the students are in integers. A student can score 99% in n different ways. What is the value of n ?

    a16

    b17

    c23

    d35
66. Question 66 · Basic Numeracy

    A flag has to be designed with 4 horizontal stripes using some or all of the colours red, green and yellow. What is the number of different ways in which this can be done so that no two adjacent stripes have the same colour ?

    a12

    b18

    c24

    d36
67. Question 67 · Basic Numeracy

    A rectangular floor measures 4 m in length and 2·2 m in breadth. Tiles of size 140 cm by 60 cm have to be laid such that the tiles do not overlap. A tile can be placed in any orientation so long as its edges are parallel to the edges of the floor. What is the maximum number of tiles that can be accommodated on the floor ?

    a6

    b7

    c8

    d9
68. Question 68 · Basic Numeracy

    There are five persons P, Q, R, S and T each one of whom has to be assigned one task. Neither P nor Q can be assigned Task-1. Task-2 must be assigned to either R or S. In how many ways can the assignment be done ?

    a6

    b12

    c18

    d24
69. Question 69 · Basic Numeracy

    There are large number of silver coins weighing 2 gm, 5 gm, 10 gm, 25 gm, 50 gm each. Consider the following statements :

    1. 1.To buy 78 gm of coins one must buy at least 7 coins.
    2. 2.To weigh 78 gm using these coins one can use less than 7 coins.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

    a1 only

    b2 only

    cBoth 1 and 2

    dNeither 1 nor 2
70. Question 70 · Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability

    Consider the following :

    1. IA + B means A is neither smaller nor equal to B.
    2. IIA – B means A is not greater than B.
    3. IIIA × B means A is not smaller than B.
    4. IVA ÷ B means A is neither greater nor equal to B.
    5. VA ± B means A is neither smaller nor greater than B.
    6. StatementP × Q, P – T, T ÷ R, R ± S
    7. Conclusion-1Q ± T
    8. Conclusion-2S + Q

    Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above Statement and the Conclusions ?

    aOnly Conclusion-1 follows from the Statement.

    bOnly Conclusion-2 follows from the Statement.

    cBoth Conclusion-1 and Conclusion-2 follow from the Statement.

    dNeither Conclusion-1 nor Conclusion-2 follows from the Statement.
71. Question 71 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Which one of the following statements most likely reflects as to what the author of the passage intends to say ?

    aEnrolment in schools and colleges is high but there is no quality education.

    bUnemployment must be seen as a function of rising education and aspirations of young Indians.

    cThere are no labour-intensive industries to accommodate the huge number of unemployed people.

    dThe education system should be properly designed so as to enable the educated people to be self-employed.
72. Question 72 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Which one of the following statements best reflects the most rational, logical and practical message conveyed by the passage ?

    aModern statesmen need to be well trained in scientific methods and philosophical thinking to enable them to have a better perspective of their roles, responsibilities and goals.

    bIt is not desirable to have Governments managed by empirical statesmen unless well mixed with others who are grounded in learning and reflect wisdom.

    cAs the statesmen/bureaucrats are the products of a society, it is desirable to have a system of education in a society that focuses on training its citizens in scientific method and philosophical thinking from a very early age.

    dIt is desirable that all scientists need to be philosophers as well to make their work goal-oriented and thus purposeful and useful to the society.
73. Question 73 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Based on the above passage, which one of the following terms best expresses the ultimate goal of the state ?

    aPersonal safety

    bHealth of body and mind

    cCommunal harmony

    dLiberty
74. Question 74 · Basic Numeracy

    What is the remainder if 2^192 is divided by 6 ?

    a0

    b1

    c2

    d4
75. Question 75 · Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability

    Consider the sequence ABC_ _ ABC_ DABBCD_ ABCD that follows a certain pattern. Which one of the following completes the sequence ?

    aDACB

    bCDAB

    cDCCA

    dDDCA
76. Question 76 · Basic Numeracy

    AB and CD are 2-digit numbers. Multiplying AB with CD results in a 3-digit number DEF. Adding DEF to another 3-digit number GHI results in 975. Further A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I are distinct digits. If E = 0, F = 8, then what is A + B + C equal to ?

    a6

    b7

    c8

    d9
77. Question 77 · Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability

    Consider the following statements in respect of five candidates P, Q, R, S and T. Two statements are true and one statement is false. True Statement : One of P and Q was selected for the job. False Statement : At least one of R and S was selected for the job. True Statement : At most two of R, S and T were selected for the job. Which of the following conclusions can be drawn ?

    1. 1.At least four were selected for the job.
    2. 2.S was selected for the job.

    Select the correct answer using the code given below :

    a1 only

    b2 only

    cBoth 1 and 2

    dNeither 1 nor 2
78. Question 78 · Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability

    Let P, Q, R, S and T be five statements such that : I. If P is true, then both Q and S are true. II. If R and S are true, then T is false. Which of the following can be concluded ?

    1. 1.If T is true, then at least one of P and R must be false.
    2. 2.If Q is true, then P is true.

    Select the correct answer using the code given below :

    a1 only

    b2 only

    cBoth 1 and 2

    dNeither 1 nor 2
79. Question 79 · Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability

    A cuboid of dimensions 7 cm × 5 cm × 3 cm is painted red, green and blue colour on each pair of opposite faces of dimensions 7 cm × 5 cm, 5 cm × 3 cm, 7 cm × 3 cm respectively. Then the cuboid is cut and separated into various cubes each of side length 1 cm. Which of the following statements is/are correct ?

    1. 1.There are exactly 15 small cubes with no paint on any face.
    2. 2.There are exactly 6 small cubes with exactly two faces, one painted with blue and the other with green.

    Select the correct answer using the code given below :

    a1 only

    b2 only

    cBoth 1 and 2

    dNeither 1 nor 2
80. Question 80 · Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability

    The letters of the word “INCOMPREHENSIBILITIES” are arranged alphabetically in reverse order. How many positions of the letter/letters will remain unchanged ?

    aNone

    bOne

    cTwo

    dThree

Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2023, General Studies Paper II (CSAT), Series A. The paper on upsc.gov.in.