2026 CSAT, all questions
UPSC Prelims 2026 · CSAT
Question 73: Decision Making and Interpersonal Skills
Match List–I with List–II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists :
| List–I (Tool of communication) | List–II (Purpose) |
|---|---|
| A. Memorandum | 1. To record decisions |
| B. Flyer | 2. To inform confidentially |
| C. Bcc | 3. To intimate a directive |
| D. Minutes | 4. To disseminate non-targeted information |
Code :
aA-1, B-4, C-2, D-3
bA-1, B-2, C-4, D-3
cA-3, B-4, C-2, D-1
dA-3, B-2, C-4, D-1
AnswerUPSC’s answer is (c).
Match each tool with its purpose. A memorandum intimates a directive (A-3). A flyer spreads information to a general audience that is not targeted (B-4). Bcc informs a recipient confidentially (C-2). Minutes record decisions (D-1). The code is A-3, B-4, C-2, D-1.
- A-3. A memorandum intimates a directive.
- B-4. A flyer disseminates non-targeted information.
- C-2. Bcc informs confidentially.
- D-1. Minutes record decisions.
Why each option is right or wrong
- (a) Wrong: A-1 and D-3 swap the memorandum and the minutes.
- (b) Wrong: A-1, B-2, C-4, D-3 misplaces all four tools.
- (c) Right: A-3, B-4, C-2, D-1.
- (d) Wrong: B-2 and C-4 swap the flyer and Bcc.
Only the provisional key (27 May 2026) was found; the final key replaces it when found.
Answer: UPSC’s key. Explanation: written by UPSC Grade, not by UPSC.
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2026, General Studies Paper II (CSAT), Series A. The paper on upsc.gov.in.