MCSCCE • 2023 • Paper-II
Find the odd word (a) Orange (b) Guava (c) Apple (d) Grapes
A)
Orange
B)
Guava
C)
Apple
D)
Grapes
Grapes grow in clusters/bunches on vines (climbers), whereas orange, guava, and apple grow individually on trees.
MCSCCE • 2023 • Paper-II
Rearrange the steps in the decision- making process logically. a. Identification of a problem b. Identification of decision criteria c. Allocation of weights to criteria d. Development of alternatives e. Analysis of alternatives f. Selection of an alternative g. Implementation of the alternative (a) g f e d c b a (b) c d b a f e g (c) a b c d e f g (d) g c d a b e f
A)
g f e d c b a
B)
c d b a f e g
C)
a b c d e f g
D)
g c d a b e f
The standard logical steps in the rational decision-making process are: (a) Identification of a problem -> (b) Identification of decision criteria -> (c) Allocation of weights to criteria -> (d) Development of alternatives -> (e) Analysis of alternatives -> (f) Selection of an alternative -> (g) Implementation of the alternative. This sequential order corresponds to 'a b c d e f g'.
MCSCCE • 2023 • Paper-II
Lali knew that to apologise would be __________ to admitting she had failed (a) Equate (b) Assumed (c) Tantamount (d) Abrogate
A)
Equate
B)
Assumed
C)
Tantamount
D)
Abrogate
'Tantamount to' is an established English idiom/expression meaning equivalent in seriousness, effect, or value to something.
MCSCCE • 2023 • Paper-II
The effective annual rate of interest corresponding to a nominal rate of 6% per annum payable half yearly is (a) 6.06% (b) 6.07% (c) 6.08% (d) 6.09%
A)
6.06%
B)
6.07%
C)
6.08%
D)
6.09%
Effective annual rate = (1 + r/2)² - 1 = (1 + 0.06/2)² - 1 = (1.03)² - 1 = 1.0609 - 1 = 0.0609 or 6.09%.
MCSCCE • 2023 • Paper-II
Based on the passage provided, Nature organizes the functioning of (a) Biotic world (b) Abiotic things (c) All species (d) The atmosphere
A)
Biotic world
B)
Abiotic things
C)
All species
D)
The atmosphere
Option C is correct: All species.
MCSCCE • 2023 • Paper-II
A wire is looped in the form of a circle of radius 28 cm. It is rebent into a square form. Determine the perimeter of the square. (a) 44 cm (b) 48 cm (c) 56 cm (d) 64 cm
A)
44 cm
B)
48 cm
C)
56 cm
D)
64 cm
Step-by-step solution:
1. The wire is initially in the form of a circle with a radius (r) of 28 cm.
2. The length of the wire is equal to the circumference of this circle.
Formula for circumference = 2 * π * r
Length = 2 * (22/7) * 28
Length = 2 * 22 * 4 = 176 cm.
3. The wire is then rebent into a square. Since the length of the wire remains constant, the perimeter of the square is equal to the length of the wire.
4. Therefore, the perimeter of the square = 176 cm.
Analysis of Options:
Looking at the provided options (a) 44 cm, (b) 48 cm, (c) 56 cm, (d) 64 cm, none of them match the calculated result of 176 cm. It appears there is a typographical error in the options provided in the source material. If the question intended to ask for the 'side' of the square, the answer would be 176 / 4 = 44 cm (Option a). However, the question explicitly asks for the 'perimeter'. Based on the mathematical facts, the perimeter is 176 cm.
MCSCCE • 2023 • Paper-II
Which of the following is not a method to enhance active listening skills? (a) Being judgemental (b) Paying attention (c) Clarifying (d) Reflecting
A)
Being judgemental
B)
Paying attention
C)
Clarifying
D)
Reflecting
Effective active listening requires non-judgmental attention, clarifying queries, and reflecting feedback. Being judgemental creates barriers and impairs active listening.
MCSCCE • 2023 • Paper-II
You have recently joined as a District Magistrate. General elections have been ordered in your District, but you find that many of your subordinates are not politically neutral. You have called a meeting. What will be the most appropriate decision? (a) You will punish those who are not neutral as election laws recommend heavy punishment for such behaviour. (b) You will tell them that everybody will be watching them, so they will get caught. (c) You will tell them to appear neutral, but they may take sides. (d) You will tell them to follow the instructions of the Election Commission of India strictly.
A)
You will punish those who are not neutral as election laws recommend heavy punishment for such behaviour.
B)
You will tell them that everybody will be watching them, so they will get caught.
C)
You will tell them to appear neutral, but they may take sides.
D)
You will tell them to follow the instructions of the Election Commission of India strictly.
As a District Magistrate, the most professional and ethically correct action is to direct subordinates to strictly follow the Election Commission of India's guidelines regarding neutrality.
MCSCCE • 2023 • Paper-II
The mean of five numbers is 30. If the one number is excluded, their mean becomes 28. The excluded number is (a) 28 (b) 30 (c) 37 (d) 38
A)
28
B)
30
C)
37
D)
38
Sum of 5 numbers = 5 * 30 = 150. Sum of remaining 4 numbers = 4 * 28 = 112. Excluded number = 150 - 112 = 38.
MCSCCE • 2023 • Paper-II
The extent to which power and authority are retained at the top is called as________. (a) centralization. (b) decentralization. (c) responsibility. (d) accountability.
A)
centralization.
B)
decentralization.
C)
responsibility.
D)
accountability.
Centralization is the organizational practice of concentrating decision-making power and authority at top-level management.
MCSCCE • 2023 • Paper-II
The monthly income of two persons are in the ratio 2: 3 and their monthly expenses are in the ratio 5: 9. If each of them saves 600 per month, then their monthly incomes are (a) 1500 : 2250 (b) 1200 : 1800 (c) 1600 : 2400 (d) 1400 : 2100
A)
1500 : 2250
B)
1200 : 1800
C)
1600 : 2400
D)
1400 : 2100
Let incomes be 2x and 3x. Expenses are 2x-600 and 3x-600. Ratio of expenses (2x-600)/(3x-600) = 5/9. Solving gives x=600. Incomes are 1200 and 1800.
MCSCCE • 2023 • Paper-II
Twenty-four men can complete a work in sixteen days. Thirty-two women can complete the same work in twenty-four days. Sixteen men and sixteen women started working and worked for twelve days. How many more men are to be added to complete the remaining work in 2 days? (a) 48 (b) 24 (c) 36 (d) None of these
A)
48
B)
24
C)
36
D)
None of these
Total work = 384 man-days = 768 woman-days => 1 man = 2 women. 16 men + 16 women = 24 men. Work in 12 days = 288 man-days. Remaining work = 96 man-days. Over 2 days requires 48 men. Additional men required = 48 - 24 = 24 more men (option b).
MCSCCE • 2023 • Paper-II
Find the missing word that bears a similar relationship: Hill : Mountain : : ? : Pain (a) Distress (b) Discomfort (c) Headache (d) Fear
A)
Distress
B)
Discomfort
C)
Headache
D)
Fear
This verbal analogy is based on degrees of intensity: a hill is a milder/smaller form of a mountain, just as discomfort is a lower intensity of physical suffering compared to pain.
MCSCCE • 2023 • Paper-I
Who was popularly known as the Indian Napoleon?
A)
Chandragupta Maurya
B)
Shivaji
C)
Prithviraj Chauhan
D)
Samudragupta
Samudragupta (reigned c. 335–375 CE) of the Gupta Empire is popularly known as the 'Indian Napoleon'. This title was given to him by historian V.A. Smith due to his extensive military conquests and the fact that he remained undefeated in his campaigns, mirroring the early military genius of Napoleon Bonaparte. His achievements are detailed in the Allahabad Pillar Inscription (Prayag Prashasti), which describes his victories over various kings of Aryavarta (North India) and Dakshinapatha (South India).
Why other options are incorrect:
- Chandragupta Maurya: The founder of the Maurya Empire who unified most of India, but is not referred to as the Indian Napoleon.
- Shivaji: The founder of the Maratha Empire known for his guerrilla warfare tactics in the 17th century.
- Prithviraj Chauhan: A Rajput king known for his bravery and the Battles of Tarain, but not for the scale of empire-building associated with the 'Napoleon' moniker.
MCSCCE • 2023 • Paper-I
A polymer which is coated as a thin layer on the inner side of non-sticking pans is
A)
Bakelite
B)
Teflon
C)
PVC
D)
Polypropylenes
Teflon (polytetrafluoroethylene or PTFE) is a fluoropolymer with exceptional thermal stability and a very low coefficient of friction, making it the standard coating used on non-stick cookware.
MCSCCE • 2023 • Paper-I
Which of the following is formed due to the filling of lakes?
A)
Lacustrine plain
B)
Peninsula
C)
Alluvium deposit
D)
Piedmont plateau
Step-by-step reasoning:
1. Definition of Lacustrine: The term 'lacustrine' is derived from the Latin word 'lacus', meaning lake. In geomorphology, lacustrine deposits are sediments that accumulate in a lake environment.
2. Process of Formation: Over time, lakes can be filled with sediments (silt, clay, and organic matter) brought in by rivers or through the weathering of the lake bed. Once the lake is completely filled or dries up, the resulting flat land surface is known as a lacustrine plain.
3. Evaluating other options:
- Peninsula: A piece of land almost surrounded by water or projecting out into a body of water; it is a coastal landform, not formed by the filling of a lake.
- Alluvium deposit: While alluvium (silt/sand) is the material that often fills a lake, 'alluvium deposit' is a general term for any sediment deposited by flowing water (rivers), not specifically the resulting landform of a filled lake.
- Piedmont plateau: A plateau located at the foot of a mountain range (the 'piedmont' area), typically formed by tectonic activity or the accumulation of debris at the base of mountains, not by the filling of lakes.
MCSCCE • 2023 • Paper-I
The number of Biosphere Reserved in India is amounting to
A)
15
B)
21
C)
18
D)
14
India has 18 designated Biosphere Reserves.
MCSCCE • 2023 • Paper-I
The Mizo’s name for the group of stars known as ‘Taurus’ is
A)
Sichakai
B)
Khiangte zawng zim
C)
Sikawikap
D)
Thlasik kawng
In traditional Mizo astronomy, the constellation Taurus (including the Pleiades cluster) is culturally referred to as 'Khiangte zawng zim'.
MCSCCE • 2023 • Paper-I
Deccan Traps are largely made of
A)
Flow of basalt
B)
River deposit
C)
Limestone
D)
Lava flow alternating with sedimentary deposits
The Deccan Traps comprise multiple thick flood basalt lava flows interbedded with sedimentary layers known as intertrappean beds, formed by successive volcanic flows alternating with periods of sedimentation.
MCSCCE • 2023 • Paper-I
According to the latest economic survey of Mizoram 2022-23, the per capita income of Mizoram during 2021-22 is
A)
1,64,708
B)
1,75,896
C)
1,79,5031
D)
86,133
According to the Economic Survey of Mizoram 2022-23, the per capita income of Mizoram during 2021-22 was estimated at ₹1,75,896.
MCSCCE • 2023 • Paper-I
Sishu, Kishor, and Tarun are the schemes of
A)
Regional Rural Banks
B)
Micro Units Development and Refinance Agency Ltd (MUDRA)
C)
Small Industries Development Banks of India
D)
Industrial Development Bank of India
Under the Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana (PMMY), micro-loans are categorized into Shishu (up to Rs 50,000), Kishor (Rs 50,000 to Rs 5 lakh), and Tarun (Rs 5 lakh to Rs 10 lakh).
MCSCCE • 2023 • Paper-I
Which Seaport is located in the eastern side of the Gulf of Kutch?
A)
Mumbai
B)
Goa
C)
Kandla
D)
Dwarka
Kandla Port (Deendayal Port) is a major seaport located on the Gulf of Kutch in Gujarat.
MCSCCE • 2023 • Paper-I
Which Governor General abolished sati?
A)
Wellesley
B)
Curzon
C)
William Bentinck
D)
Dalhousie
Governor-General Lord William Bentinck enacted the Bengal Sati Regulation of 1829, which banned the practice of Sati throughout British India.
MCSCCE • 2023 • Paper-I
The famous chief of the spirit, Sahmula is said to be ruled over
A)
Tan tlang
B)
Hachhek tlang
C)
Mawmrang tlang
D)
Phawngpui tlang
In Mizo folklore and traditional beliefs, Sahmula is recognized as a powerful chief of the spirits (spirits of the dead or supernatural beings). According to traditional oral narratives, Sahmula is said to rule over 'Hachhek tlang'. The other options refer to different geographical or mythical locations: Phawngpui is the highest peak in Mizoram (the Blue Mountain), and while other 'tlangs' (hills) exist in folklore, Hachhek tlang is specifically associated with the domain of Sahmula.
MCSCCE • 2023 • Paper-I
Minamata incident was caused by
A)
Mercury pollution
B)
Ozone depletion
C)
Acid rain
D)
Nuclear accident
Minamata disease was caused by severe industrial discharge of methylmercury into Minamata Bay, Japan, which bioaccumulated in marine life and poisoned local consumers.
