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Past Questions — 2026
The Superintendent of Lushai Hills who officially abolished the traditional Zawlbuk during the colonial rule in Mizoram was:
A)
SN Mackenzie
B)
NE Parry
C)
CGG Helme
D)
AG McCall
The correct option is 'd' (AG McCall). Anthony Gilchrist McCall, who served as the Superintendent of Lushai Hills from 1932 to 1943, officially abolished the traditional Mizo bachelor's dormitory, known as 'Zawlbuk', in 1938. This decision was made as the institution was already in decline due to the spread of formal education and Christianity. The other options are incorrect because:
- SN Mackenzie (Superintendent from 1913–1917) did not take any official steps to abolish the institution.
- NE Parry (Superintendent from 1924–1928) is well-known for his monograph on the Lakhers but did not abolish the Zawlbuk.
- CGG Helme (Superintendent from 1928–1932) did not issue any orders regarding its official abolition.
The phrase Hrum sawm is used for addressing:
A)
Hmeichhia
B)
Hmar
C)
Lal
D)
Pawi
In Mizo traditional culture and literature, the phrase 'Hrum sawm' is a poetic or traditional term of address used specifically for the Hmar people (one of the major tribes in Northeast India). The other options are incorrect because 'Hmeichhia' means woman/women, 'Lal' refers to a chief or king, and 'Pawi' refers to the Lai/Pawi tribe, none of which are addressed by this specific phrase.
The population of Lushai Hills as per the first census of 1901 conducted in Mizoram was:
A)
78,856
B)
82,434
C)
96,645
D)
1,00,237
The first official census of the Lushai Hills (present-day Mizoram) was conducted in 1901 under British administration, which recorded the total population as 82,434. The other options (78,856, 96,645, and 1,00,237) are incorrect as they do not correspond to the official population figure recorded in the 1901 census report for this region.
Which village in Lushai Hills was known as Kristian khua or Pathian thuawih khua at the beginning of the spread of Christianity in Mizoram?
A)
Durtlang
B)
Sethlun
C)
Pukpui
D)
Chaltlang
Sethlun, a village located near Lunglei in the southern part of the Lushai Hills (Mizoram), was the first village where a significant portion of the population embraced Christianity. Consequently, it became widely known as 'Kristian khua' (Christian village) or 'Pathian thuawih khua' (God-obeying village) during the early years of the Christian mission. Other options like Durtlang, Pukpui, and Chaltlang, though historically important in Mizoram (with Durtlang being famous for its early mission hospital), were not referred to by these specific names during the initial spread of Christianity.
Consider the following statement. (1) Murlen National Park is located in Khawzawl District. (2) Lengteng Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Champhai District. (3) Ngengpui Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Lawngtlai District. (4) Dampa Tiger Reserve is located in Mamit District. Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
A)
1, 2 and 3 only
B)
1, 2 and 4 only
C)
1, 3 and 4 only
D)
2, 3 and 4 only
To determine the correct option, let's analyze each statement:
1. **Statement (1) is incorrect**: Murlen National Park is located in the Champhai District of Mizoram, not in the Khawzawl District.
2. **Statement (2) is correct**: Lengteng Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Champhai District of Mizoram.
3. **Statement (3) is correct**: Ngengpui Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Lawngtlai District of Mizoram.
4. **Statement (4) is correct**: Dampa Tiger Reserve is located in the Mamit District of Mizoram.
Since statements 2, 3, and 4 are correct, the correct option is **d**.
A sacrifice to the guardian spirit of the clan or family was known as:
A)
Sakhua
B)
Khal
C)
Serh
D)
Hrilh
In traditional Mizo religion and culture, 'Sakhua' refers to the sacrifice offered to the guardian spirit of the clan or family, which was performed to seek protection, blessings, and prosperity for the household. The other options represent different aspects of Mizo rituals: 'Khal' refers to sacrifices performed specifically for curing illnesses and restoring health; 'Serh' denotes sacred taboos, prohibitions, or the specific parts of a sacrificial animal reserved for spirits; and 'Hrilh' refers to the period of abstinence or restriction from work observed after a sacrifice.
India’s low GERD-to-GDP ratio persists primarily because:
A)
Government spending on R&D is negligible
B)
Higher education institutions conduct little research
C)
Private sector contribution to R&D is comparatively low
D)
India focuses more on basic than applied research
In India, the Gross Expenditure on R&D (GERD) has hovered around 0.6% to 0.7% of GDP. The primary reason for this low ratio is the disproportionately low contribution of the private sector, which accounts for only about 37% of India's total R&D spend. In contrast, in leading economies like the US, China, and South Korea, the private sector contributes over 70% of GERD. Option 'a' is incorrect because the government is actually the largest contributor to R&D in India, meaning public spending is not negligible. Option 'b' is incorrect because while research in higher education can be strengthened, it is not the primary driver of the low GERD-to-GDP ratio. Option 'd' is incorrect because the distribution between basic and applied research does not dictate the overall volume of funding relative to GDP.
Consider the names of the following rivers as given by Mizo and non Mizo. (1) Khawthlangtuipui - Karnaphuli (2) Tlawng - Dhaleswari (3) Tuirial - Rukni (4) Langkaih - Longai. Select the correct matched pairs from the codes given below:
A)
1, 2 and 3 only
B)
2, 3 and 4 only
C)
1, 2 and 4 only
D)
1, 3 and 4 only
To determine the correct matched pairs of Mizo and non-Mizo river names:
1. **Khawthlangtuipui - Karnaphuli**: This is a correct match. Khawthlangtuipui is the Mizo name for the Karnaphuli River.
2. **Tlawng - Dhaleswari**: This is a correct match. Tlawng is the longest river in Mizoram and is known as Dhaleswari in Assam.
3. **Tuirial - Rukni**: This is an incorrect match. The Tuirial River is known as the Sonai River, whereas the Tuirini River is known as the Rukni River.
4. **Langkaih - Longai**: This is a correct match. Langkaih is the Mizo name for the Longai River.
Since pairs 1, 2, and 4 are correct, the correct option is 'c'.
The letters of the name of a fruit are U, A, L, E, N, C, P, T, A, O. If the letters are rearranged correctly, then what is the last letter of the word formed?
A)
N
B)
C
C)
A
D)
E
To find the correct answer, we first need to rearrange the given letters (U, A, L, E, N, C, P, T, A, O) to form the name of a fruit. Rearranging these letters gives the word 'CANTALOUPE'. The last letter of the word 'CANTALOUPE' is 'E'. Therefore, option 'd' is the correct answer. Options 'a', 'b', and 'c' are incorrect because 'N', 'C', and 'A' are not the final letters of the correctly formed fruit name.
Which material is used for protection from nuclear radiation?
A)
Gold
B)
Titanium
C)
Lead
D)
Platinum
Lead is widely used for protection against nuclear radiation (such as gamma rays and X-rays) because of its high density and high atomic number (Z = 82), which allow it to effectively absorb and attenuate ionizing radiation. While Gold (option a) and Platinum (option d) also have high densities, they are far too expensive and rare to be used for practical shielding. Titanium (option b) has a relatively low density and atomic number, making it ineffective for radiation protection compared to lead.
In a sequence of shapes, if a square becomes a triangle, and a pentagon becomes a square, what would a circle most likely become in a logic of decreasing side counts?
A)
A straight line
B)
A dot
C)
An oval
D)
A Semi-circle
The underlying logic of the sequence is to reduce the number of sides of each shape by exactly one.
1. **Pentagon (5 sides) to Square (4 sides)**: $5 - 1 = 4$ sides.
2. **Square (4 sides) to Triangle (3 sides)**: $4 - 1 = 3$ sides.
3. **Circle to Dot**: In basic geometry, a circle is considered to have 1 continuous curved side. Decreasing this side count by one ($1 - 1 = 0$) results in a shape with 0 sides, which is represented by a dot (a point with zero dimensions/sides).
**Why other options are incorrect:**
* **a (A straight line)**: A line segment is considered to have 1 side/dimension, which does not represent a decrease from the circle's 1 side.
* **c (An oval)**: An oval still has 1 continuous curved side, representing no change in the side count.
* **d (A Semi-circle)**: A semi-circle actually has 2 sides (one curved boundary and one straight diameter line), which is an increase in the number of sides.
The first genetically modified crop approved for commercial cultivation in India was_________ .
A)
Bt-brinjal
B)
GM Mustard
C)
Bt-Mustard
D)
Bt-cotton
Bt-cotton was approved for commercial cultivation in India in 2002 by the Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC), making it the first (and currently only) genetically modified crop allowed for commercial farming in India.
- **Bt-brinjal (Option a):** Although cleared by the GEAC in 2009, the government imposed an indefinite moratorium on its commercial cultivation in 2010 due to safety and environmental concerns.
- **GM Mustard / Bt-Mustard (Options b and c):** Dhara Mustard Hybrid-11 (DMH-11) was recommended for environmental release by the GEAC much later in 2022, but it was not the first GM crop approved.
Mizoram was declared as a ‘disturbed area’ under the Assam Disturbed Areas Act 1955 in:
A)
1966
B)
1967
C)
1968
D)
1969
Mizoram (then the Mizo District of Assam) was declared a 'disturbed area' under the Assam Disturbed Areas Act, 1955, in March 1966. This declaration was made immediately following the outbreak of the armed uprising by the Mizo National Front (MNF) on March 1, 1966, to enable the deployment of the military to suppress the rebellion. The other options (1967, 1968, and 1969) are incorrect because the official declaration was enacted in 1966, right at the onset of the insurgency.
If APRIL is codded as ZNOEG, the how will you encode AUGUST?
A)
ZDSQNN
B)
ZSDQNN
C)
DQNNZS
D)
DQNZSN
The coding pattern involves subtracting consecutive integers from the position of each letter in the alphabet: -1, -2, -3, -4, -5, and so on.
Applying this to 'APRIL':
- A (1) - 1 = Z (26)
- P (16) - 2 = N (14)
- R (18) - 3 = O (15)
- I (9) - 4 = E (5)
- L (12) - 5 = G (7)
This gives 'ZNOEG'.
Applying the same pattern to 'AUGUST':
- A (1) - 1 = Z (26)
- U (21) - 2 = S (19)
- G (7) - 3 = D (4)
- U (21) - 4 = Q (17)
- S (19) - 5 = N (14)
- T (20) - 6 = N (14)
This gives 'ZSDQNN'.
- Option 'a' is incorrect because the second and third letters ('S' and 'D') are swapped.
- Options 'c' and 'd' are incorrect because they do not start with 'Z' and fail to follow the correct subtraction sequence.
With reference to India’s ‘Green Hydrogen Mission’, consider the following statements: 1. Green hydrogen is produced through the electrolysis of water using renewable energy. 2. The mission targets a production capacity of at least 5 MMT (Million Metric Tonne) per annum by 2030. 3. Hydrogen is currently used primarily in the transport sector in India. Which of the statements given above are correct?
A)
1, 2, and 3
B)
2 and 3 only
C)
1 and 3 only
D)
1 and 2 only
Statement 1 is correct: Green hydrogen is produced through the electrolysis of water, where electricity generated from renewable energy sources (like solar or wind) is used to split water into hydrogen and oxygen. Statement 2 is correct: The National Green Hydrogen Mission, launched by the Government of India, explicitly targets building a green hydrogen production capacity of at least 5 MMT (Million Metric Tonne) per annum by 2030. Statement 3 is incorrect: Currently, hydrogen in India is primarily used as a feedstock in industrial sectors such as petroleum refining, ammonia production (fertilizers), and steel manufacturing, rather than the transport sector, which is still in an experimental/pilot phase. Therefore, only statements 1 and 2 are correct.
Which statement best explains the role of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) in India’s development?
A)
It runs all government hospitals in India
B)
It conducts and coordinates biomedical research to support public health policies and programmes
C)
It only regulates private hospitals’ pricing policies
D)
It is responsible only for importing foreign medicines
Option 'b' is correct because the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) is the apex body in India for the formulation, coordination, and promotion of biomedical research, aimed at addressing the country's public health challenges and guiding policy decisions. Option 'a' is incorrect because government hospitals are managed by state governments and the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, not the ICMR. Option 'c' is incorrect because ICMR is a research body and does not regulate hospital pricing. Option 'd' is incorrect because the import of medicines is regulated by the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) and the Ministry of Commerce, not the ICMR.
In the context of ‘One Health’ approach supported by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), what is the central philosophy?
A)
Focusing solely on the elimination of a single disease, such as Tuberculosis, by 2025.
B)
Integrating the health of humans, animals, and the environment to tackle zoonotic diseases and AMR.
C)
Providing one universal health insurance card to all Indian citizens.
D)
A policy of ‘One Hospital’ for every district in India.
The 'One Health' approach is a collaborative, multisectoral, and transdisciplinary concept that recognizes the interconnections between the health of humans, animals, and their shared environment. The Department of Biotechnology (DBT) launched India's first 'One Health' consortium to address zoonotic diseases (which spread between animals and humans) and Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) through this integrated framework. Option 'a' is incorrect as it refers to a specific disease elimination target (Tuberculosis). Options 'c' and 'd' are incorrect because they refer to health insurance schemes and healthcare infrastructure policies, respectively, which are unrelated to the ecological and biological integration of the 'One Health' philosophy.
Which of the following is the primary objective of the ‘FAME-II’ (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles) scheme?
A)
To encourage the electrification of public and shared transport through demand incentives.
B)
To manufacture 100% of EV batteries within India by 2024.
C)
To mandate that all petrol pumps must convert to EV charging points by 2026.
D)
To provide free electricity to all EV charging stations.
The primary objective of the FAME-II (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles) scheme is to encourage the electrification of public and shared transportation (such as electric buses, three-wheelers, and shared four-wheelers) as well as personal two-wheelers through demand incentives. Option b is incorrect because there is no mandate to manufacture 100% of EV batteries in India by 2024. Option c is incorrect as there is no policy mandating all petrol pumps to convert to EV charging points by 2026. Option d is incorrect because the scheme supports the establishment of charging infrastructure but does not provide free electricity to charging stations.
In the context of India’s ‘National Supercomputing Mission’ (NSM), which organization is the lead agency for designing and developing indigenous supercomputers like ‘PARAM Rudra’?
A)
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
B)
National Institution for Transforming India (NITI Aayog)
C)
C-DAC (Centre for Development of Advanced Computing)
D)
Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
Under India's National Supercomputing Mission (NSM), which is jointly steered by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) and the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) is the lead agency responsible for designing, developing, and deploying indigenous supercomputers, including the 'PARAM' series like 'PARAM Rudra'.
- Option a (ISRO) is incorrect as it is India's space agency focused on space exploration and satellite technology.
- Option b (NITI Aayog) is incorrect as it is a policy think tank of the Government of India.
- Option d (DRDO) is incorrect as it is dedicated to military and defense-related research and development.
A criminal who took refuge to the Chief’s house to escape from the consequences of his evil deeds was known as:
A)
Chemsen Bawi
B)
Tukluh Bawi
C)
Inhrang Bawi
D)
Inpuichhung Bawi
In traditional Mizo society, the 'Bawi' system represented a form of social dependency or servitude. The correct option is 'Chemsen Bawi' (literally meaning 'red/bloody knife slave'), which refers to criminals or murderers who fled to the Chief's house to seek asylum and escape the consequences of their crimes. By entering the Chief's house, they became his lifelong dependents, and the Chief protected them from revenge.
- 'Inpuichhung Bawi' refers to those who entered the Chief's household due to poverty, hunger, or destitution.
- 'Inhrang Bawi' refers to dependents who were permitted by the Chief to live in separate houses of their own.
- 'Tukluh Bawi' refers to enemies or prisoners of war who surrendered to the Chief to save their lives.
Whose descendant attacked the British forces garrisoned at Changsil fort and Aizawl fort during September to early October 1890?
A)
Chief Manga
B)
Chief Lianlula
C)
Chief Rolura
D)
Chief Vuttaia
In September 1890, a major uprising against British rule took place in the Lushai Hills (present-day Mizoram). The descendants of Chief Vuttaia, specifically his sons Lianphunga and Kalkhama, led the attacks on the British military garrisons at Changsil fort and Aizawl fort. The other options (Chief Manga, Chief Lianlula, and Chief Rolura) are incorrect because, while they were prominent historical Lushai chiefs, their descendants were not the leaders of this specific September-October 1890 rebellion.
Find the odd one out
A)
1
B)
2
C)
3
D)
4
The correct option is 'a' (1). In number theory, 1 is unique because it is neither a prime number nor a composite number. In contrast, the other numbers can be classified under these categories: 2 and 3 are prime numbers, while 4 is a composite number. Therefore, 1 is the odd one out.
The ‘India Semiconductor Mission’ (ISM) is functionally housed under which organization/ministry?
A)
NITI Aayog
B)
Department of Science and Technology (DST)
C)
Digital India Corporation within the Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY).
D)
Ministry of Commerce and Industry
The India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) is functionally housed as an independent business division within the Digital India Corporation (DIC), which is under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). It was established to drive India's strategies for developing a semiconductor and display ecosystem. Option 'a' (NITI Aayog) is a policy think tank, Option 'b' (DST) focuses on general science and technology research, and Option 'd' (Ministry of Commerce and Industry) handles trade and industrial policy, making them incorrect.
Which number will come next in the given series? 2, 8, 18, 32, 50, …
A)
78
B)
68
C)
72
D)
70
The given series follows two simple mathematical patterns:
1. **Pattern 1 (Formula $2n^2$):**
- $2 \times 1^2 = 2$
- $2 \times 2^2 = 8$
- $2 \times 3^2 = 18$
- $2 \times 4^2 = 32$
- $2 \times 5^2 = 50$
- Following this, the next term is $2 \times 6^2 = 2 \times 36 = 72$.
2. **Pattern 2 (Differences between consecutive terms):**
- $8 - 2 = 6$
- $18 - 8 = 10$
- $32 - 18 = 14$
- $50 - 32 = 18$
- The differences (6, 10, 14, 18) increase by 4 each time. The next difference must be $18 + 4 = 22$.
- Therefore, the next term is $50 + 22 = 72$.
Other options (a, b, and d) are incorrect because they do not satisfy either of these consistent mathematical patterns.
With reference to India’s space sector reforms, consider the following statements: 1. IN-SPACe functions as a single-window facilitator for private space activities. 2. NSIL is responsible for regulating private space launch activities. 3. The reforms aim to decouple regulatory and operational functions of ISRO. Which of the above are correct?
A)
1 only
B)
1 and 3 only
C)
2 and 3 only
D)
1, 2 and 3
Statement 1 is correct: IN-SPACe (Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Center) is an autonomous, single-window nodal agency under the Department of Space (DoS) created to promote, authorize, and facilitate private sector participation in space activities. Statement 2 is incorrect: NSIL (NewSpace India Limited) is the commercial arm of ISRO, responsible for commercializing space technologies and launching satellites on a commercial basis, not for regulating private space activities (which is the mandate of IN-SPACe). Statement 3 is correct: The space sector reforms aim to decouple the roles of ISRO, allowing it to focus primarily on research and development (R&D) and deep space exploration, while transferring commercial operations to NSIL and regulatory/promotional roles to IN-SPACe.