MCSCCE • 2025 • Paper-I (Series A)
Consider the following government schemes in India:
(i) UNNATI
(ii) PM-DevINE
(iii) NESIDS
(iv) PMEGP
Which of the above schemes specifically target the North-East?
A)
(i) and (ii) only
B)
(ii) and (iii) only
C)
(i), (ii) and (iii) only
D)
(i), (ii), (iii) and (iv)
UNNATI (Uttar Poorva Transformative Industrialization Scheme), PM-DevINE (Prime Minister's Development Initiative for North-East Region), and NESIDS (North East Special Infrastructure Development Scheme) are targeted specifically at the North-Eastern Region. PMEGP is an all-India national scheme.
MCSCCE • 2025 • Paper-II
The accommodating approach of conflict management is:
A)
Satisfies the other party’s concern while neglecting one’s own.
B)
Satisfies one’s own needs at the expense of the needs of other individual.
C)
Neglects the interest of both parties.
D)
Obtaining partial satisfaction for both the parties.
In conflict resolution models (Thomas-Kilmann), the accommodating style is unassertive and cooperative, prioritizing the satisfaction of the other party's concerns over one's own.
MCSCCE • 2025 • Paper-II
Lala and Dova can do a piece of work in 45 days and 40 days respectively. They began the work together, but Lala leaves after 9 days. In how many days will Dova finish the remaining work?
A)
23 days
B)
21 days
C)
18 days
D)
16 days
Daily work done together = 1/45 + 1/40 = 17/360. In 9 days, Lala and Dova complete 9 * (17/360) = 153/360 = 17/40 of the work. The remaining work is 1 - 17/40 = 23/40. Dova completes this at rate 1/40 per day in (23/40) / (1/40) = 23 days.
MCSCCE • 2025 • Paper-II
A powerful personal quality that some people have to attract and impress other people is:
A)
Conscientiousness
B)
Agreeableness
C)
Extraversion
D)
Charisma
Charisma is the compelling personal charm, magnetic presence, and attractiveness that enables an individual to inspire, attract, influence, and impress others.
MCSCCE • 2025 • Paper-II
You have a limited budget for a healthcare initiative. What is the crucial factor to consider when deciding which health programs to fund?
A)
Popularity of the program
B)
Political backing
C)
Program’s potential impact on public health
D)
The novelty of the program
In the context of Administrative Aptitude and Ethics, the primary goal of a public administrator is to ensure the 'greatest good for the greatest number' (Utilitarianism) and the efficient allocation of scarce public resources.
1. Why Option 'c' is correct: When dealing with a limited budget, the decision-making process must be based on 'Cost-Benefit Analysis' and 'Impact Assessment.' The crucial factor is the potential impact on public health (e.g., reduction in mortality rates, prevention of epidemics, or improvement in quality of life), as this ensures that public funds are used to achieve the maximum possible health benefit for the population.
2. Why Option 'a' is incorrect: Popularity does not always correlate with efficacy. A popular program might be superficial or fail to address the most critical health crises.
3. Why Option 'b' is incorrect: Political backing is a matter of political expediency, not administrative ethics. Funding based on political pressure rather than need is considered a failure of objective governance.
4. Why Option 'd' is incorrect: Novelty (being new or innovative) is a secondary consideration. An innovative program that has no proven impact is a riskier and less ethical choice than a proven program that saves more lives.
MCSCCE • 2025 • Paper-II
You find that a person whom you call your friend has been cheating you. What would you do?
A)
Break relations with him/her
B)
Give him/her tit for tat.
C)
Make him / her realise his/her mistake
D)
Tell other friends about him / her.
This question tests interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and ethical conflict resolution. In a professional or personal ethical framework, the goal is to resolve conflicts constructively rather than destructively.
1. Option (c) is the most ethical and mature response. It involves communication and giving the other person a chance to rectify their behavior, which is the foundation of healthy interpersonal relationships and conflict management.
2. Option (a) 'Break relations' is a reactive measure. While it may be necessary in extreme cases, the first step in ethics and interpersonal skills is usually attempted resolution or communication.
3. Option (b) 'Tit for tat' is an unethical approach based on revenge, which escalates conflict rather than solving it.
4. Option (d) 'Tell other friends' is a form of gossip or public shaming, which is unprofessional and does not address the root cause of the problem.
Therefore, attempting to make the person realize their mistake is the most constructive and ethically sound approach.
MCSCCE • 2025 • Paper-II
Arrange the following words in a meaningful sequence: (1) Presentation, (2) Recommendation, (3) Arrival, (4) Discussion, (5) Introduction
A)
5,1, 3, 4, 2
B)
3, 5, 1, 4, 2
C)
5, 1, 2, 4, 3
D)
1, 4, 3, 5, 2
A logical sequence of a meeting/presentation is: Arrival (3) -> Introduction (5) -> Presentation (1) -> Discussion (4) -> Recommendation (2).
MCSCCE • 2025 • Paper-II
A steel wire, when bent in the form of a square, encloses an area of 121 cm2. If the same wire is bent in the form of a circle, then radius of the circle is:
A)
21 cm
B)
14 cm
C)
11 cm
D)
7 cm
Area of the square = a² = 121 cm² ⇒ side a = 11 cm. The total length of the steel wire equals the perimeter of the square = 4 × 11 = 44 cm. When bent into a circle, 2πr = 44 ⇒ 2 × (22/7) × r = 44 ⇒ r = 7 cm.
MCSCCE • 2025 • Paper-II
If 40% of the students in a school are boys and the number of girls in the school is 540. How many boys are there in the school?
A)
360
B)
390
C)
420
D)
460
If 40% are boys, then 60% are girls. 60% of total students = 540 => Total students = 540 / 0.60 = 900. Number of boys = 40% of 900 = 360.
MCSCCE • 2025 • Paper-II
Which of the following is the first step in any systematic problem-solving approach?
A)
Implementing the solution
B)
Identifying the problem
C)
Generating alternatives
D)
Evaluating outcomes
In any systematic problem-solving model (such as the Rational Decision-Making Model or the IDEAL model), the process must begin with the recognition and definition of the issue. You cannot solve a problem if you do not first know exactly what the problem is.
Step-by-step breakdown of the process:
1. Identifying the problem: Recognizing that a gap exists between the current state and the desired state and defining it clearly.
2. Analyzing the problem: Understanding the root causes.
3. Generating alternatives: Brainstorming possible solutions (Option c).
4. Evaluating and selecting the best alternative: Choosing the most viable solution.
5. Implementing the solution: Putting the chosen plan into action (Option a).
6. Evaluating outcomes: Checking if the solution worked and making adjustments (Option d).
Therefore, identifying the problem is the foundational first step.
MCSCCE • 2025 • Paper-II
If 15 workers can finish a work in 48 hrs. How many workers will be required to do the same work in 30 hrs?
A)
24
B)
56
C)
34
D)
96
Total work = 15 workers × 48 hours = 720 worker-hours. To complete the same amount of work in 30 hours, the required number of workers is 720 / 30 = 24 workers.
MCSCCE • 2025 • Paper-II
An economist was quoted as saying that the Cost Index (CI) will go up next month because of a recent increase in the price of fruit and vegetables. Which of the following cannot be inferred from the statement?
A)
The cost of fruits and vegetables has risen sharply.
B)
Consumers have decreased their consumption of fruits and vegetables.
C)
The cost of fruit and vegetable is a major item in the CI.
D)
Food cost changes are reflected quickly in the CI.
The economist's forecast only relates fruit and vegetable price increases to the Cost Index. It provides no information or data regarding changes in consumer purchasing behavior or consumption volume.
MCSCCE • 2025 • Paper-II
You are handling a time-bound project. During the project review meeting, you find that the project is likely to get delayed due to lack of cooperation of the team members. You would:
A)
warn the team members for their non-cooperation.
B)
look into reasons for non-cooperation.
C)
ask for the replacement of team members.
D)
ask for extension of time citing reasons.
In an administrative or management context, identifying the root cause of an issue (non-cooperation) is the priority before taking corrective action.
MCSCCE • 2025 • Paper-II
The diameter of a metallic sphere is 42 cm. It is melted and drawn into a cylindrical wire of diameter 2.8 cm. The length of the wire in metre is:
A)
54 m
B)
58 m
C)
60 m
D)
63 m
Step-by-step solution:
1. **Identify the principle**: When a metallic object is melted and reshaped, its volume remains constant. Therefore, Volume of Sphere = Volume of Cylinder.
2. **Calculate Volume of the Sphere**:
- Diameter of sphere ($D$) = 42 cm
- Radius of sphere ($R$) = $D/2 = 21$ cm
- Formula for Volume of Sphere = $\frac{4}{3} \pi R^3$
- Volume = $\frac{4}{3} \times \pi \times (21)^3$
3. **Calculate Volume of the Cylindrical Wire**:
- Diameter of wire ($d$) = 2.8 cm
- Radius of wire ($r$) = $d/2 = 1.4$ cm
- Let the length of the wire be $h$ cm.
- Formula for Volume of Cylinder = $\pi r^2 h$
- Volume = $\pi \times (1.4)^2 \times h$
4. **Equate the volumes**:
$\frac{4}{3} \pi (21)^3 = \pi (1.4)^2 h$
Cancel $\pi$ from both sides:
$\frac{4}{3} \times 21 \times 21 \times 21 = 1.4 \times 1.4 \times h$
$4 \times 7 \times 21 \times 21 = 1.96 \times h$
$28 \times 441 = 1.96 \times h$
$12348 = 1.96 \times h$
5. **Solve for $h$**:
$h = \frac{12348}{1.96}$
$h = 6300$ cm
6. **Convert to metres**:
Since 100 cm = 1 m,
$h = \frac{6300}{100} = 63$ m.
Therefore, the length of the wire is 63 m, which corresponds to option (d).
MCSCCE • 2025 • Paper-II
You are tasked with distributing a limited amount of funds across five proposed development projects, each addressing important but varying community needs. Considering the budget constraints and the potential impact of each project, what would be the most logical and effective approach to allocate the resources?
A)
Distribute equally.
B)
Prioritize based on need and impact.
C)
Follow political recommendations.
D)
Choose based on the popular opinion of the people.
In public administration and development economics, when facing resource and budget constraints, the most logical and effective allocation method is prioritizing projects based on objective community need and potential socioeconomic impact.
MCSCCE • 2025 • Paper-II
Five years ago, A was thrice as old as B and ten years later, A shall be twice as old as B. The present age of B is:
A)
20 years
B)
22 years
C)
24 years
D)
18 years
Let present ages be A and B. Five years ago: (A - 5) = 3(B - 5) => A = 3B - 10. Ten years later: (A + 10) = 2(B + 10) => A = 2B + 10. Equating the two: 3B - 10 = 2B + 10 => B = 20 years.
MCSCCE • 2025 • Paper-II
In a certain code ‘POTASSIUM’ is written as ‘PoTassium’. How is ‘GRAPHITE’ written in that code?
A)
GrAphItE
B)
GrApHiTe
C)
gRaPHiTe
D)
GRAphiTE
To solve this coding-decoding problem, we must analyze the pattern of capitalization in the word 'POTASSIUM' as it transforms into 'PoTassium'.
1. Analyze the pattern in 'POTASSIUM' -> 'PoTassium':
- Position 1: P (Uppercase) -> P (Uppercase)
- Position 2: O (Uppercase) -> o (Lowercase)
- Position 3: T (Uppercase) -> T (Uppercase)
- Position 4: A (Uppercase) -> a (Lowercase)
- Position 5: S (Uppercase) -> s (Lowercase)
- Position 6: S (Uppercase) -> s (Lowercase)
- Position 7: I (Uppercase) -> i (Lowercase)
- Position 8: U (Uppercase) -> u (Lowercase)
- Position 9: M (Uppercase) -> m (Lowercase)
Wait, looking closer at the provided code 'PoTassium', the pattern is:
- 1st letter: Uppercase (P)
- 2nd letter: Lowercase (o)
- 3rd letter: Uppercase (T)
- 4th letter onwards: Lowercase (assium)
However, let's re-examine the options for 'GRAPHITE' to see if a consistent alternating pattern exists:
- Option (a) GrAphItE: Uppercase (G), Lowercase (r), Uppercase (A), Lowercase (p), Uppercase (H), Lowercase (i), Uppercase (T), Lowercase (e). This is a perfect alternating pattern (Upper, Lower, Upper, Lower...).
Let's re-evaluate 'PoTassium' with the alternating pattern:
- P (U), o (L), T (U), a (L), s (U), s (L), i (U), u (L), m (U) -> This would be 'PoTaSsIuM'.
Since the provided example 'PoTassium' only shows the first three letters following the alternating pattern (P-U, o-L, T-U) and then becomes lowercase, but the options for 'GRAPHITE' strongly suggest a full alternating pattern, we apply the alternating case logic (Uppercase for odd positions, Lowercase for even positions):
- G (1 - Odd): Uppercase
- R (2 - Even): Lowercase
- A (3 - Odd): Uppercase
- P (4 - Even): Lowercase
- H (5 - Odd): Uppercase
- I (6 - Even): Lowercase
- T (7 - Odd): Uppercase
- E (8 - Even): Lowercase
Result: GrAphItE. This matches Option (a).
MCSCCE • 2025 • Paper-II
Rama obtained 12 marks more than that of Thana. If the ratio of their marks is 3 : 4, find the sum of their marks:
A)
96
B)
72
C)
84
D)
108
Let the marks be 3x and 4x. Difference 4x - 3x = x = 12. Sum of their marks = 3x + 4x = 7x = 7 * 12 = 84.
MCSCCE • 2025 • Paper-II
_________ means to state something written or spoken in different words, especially in a shorter and simpler form to make the meaning clearer.
A)
Paraphrasing
B)
Questioning
C)
Active Listening
D)
Emotions
Paraphrasing means restating or rewording a written or spoken message in different, simpler terms to enhance clarity and comprehension.
MCSCCE • 2025 • Paper-II
In code language, ASTARK is written as LBFMG and MOBILE is written as TNRSPJ. How is BLAME written in that code?
A)
TSFRJ
B)
RPFTJ
C)
NJFTP
D)
TSFGJ
Mapping the letters directly from given code words: From MOBILE (M->T, O->N, B->R, I->S, L->P, E->J) and ASTARK (A->F), we get B=R, L=P, A=F, M=T, E=J. Thus, BLAME is coded as RPFTJ.
MCSCCE • 2025 • Paper-II
You’re asked to recommend one of two projects: one benefits a majority but harms the environment; the other is slower but sustainable. What would guide your decision?
A)
Immediate results that benefit majority at the initial stage.
B)
Political gain.
C)
Long-term social and environmental impact.
D)
Ease of implementation.
Ethical decision-making in public service prioritizes sustainability and long-term societal well-being over immediate, environmentally harmful gains.
MCSCCE • 2025 • Paper-II
If 5^(2x+1) / 25 = 125, find the value of x :
A)
6
B)
2
C)
10
D)
4
5^(2x+1) / 5^2 = 5^3 => 5^(2x - 1) = 5^3 => 2x - 1 = 3 => 2x = 4 => x = 2.
MCSCCE • 2025 • Paper-II
Assertiveness is a very powerful interpersonal skill which includes:
A)
Being able to openly express thoughts and opinions.
B)
Being able to put oneself in the shoe of other people.
C)
Being able to lead effectively and inspire others.
D)
Being able to achieve one’s goals.
Assertiveness is characterized by the clear and direct expression of thoughts, needs, and opinions while respecting others.
MCSCCE • 2025 • Paper-II
Choose a word from the given alternatives that belongs to the same group: Botany : Zoology : Cardiology
A)
Seismology
B)
Pathology
C)
Morphology
D)
Taxonomy
Botany, Zoology, and Cardiology are specialized biological and anatomical/medical sciences studying living organisms and their systems. Similarly, 'Morphology' is the branch of biological science that studies the form and structural features of organisms.
MCSCCE • 2025 • Paper-II
In a certain code ‘PROBLEM’ is written as ‘PORLBME’. How can ‘IDENTIFY’ be written in that code?
A)
IFEDNITY
B)
IETDNYFI
C)
INFYEDIT
D)
IEDTNFIY
The first letter remains in place (I), and subsequent adjacent pairs are swapped: (D,E)->(E,D), (N,T)->(T,N), (I,F)->(F,I), and the last letter remains (Y), giving 'IEDTNFIY'.
