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Past Questions — 2025
Which of the following is the largest tribal group of India (As per census 2011)?
A)
Gonds
B)
Santhal
C)
Bodo
D)
Bhil
Option D is correct: Bhil.
Hnamchawm refers to:-
A)
Ramhual
B)
Tukluh bawi
C)
Bawi
D)
Common people
In traditional Mizo society, 'Hnamchawm' refers to people who were not born into the Mizo community but were integrated into it. This term is synonymous with 'Ramhual', which literally means 'outsiders' or 'foreigners' who were adopted or absorbed into the Mizo kinship system.
Breakdown of other options:
- b. Tukluh bawi: Refers to a specific type of slave or servant acquired through certain traditional customs.
- c. Bawi: A general term for slaves or servants in the old Mizo social hierarchy.
- d. Common people: The general populace were typically referred to as 'mi zun' or simply 'mi', whereas Hnamchawm specifically denotes the origin of the person as being from outside the tribe.
Which type of liberty is not mentioned in the Preamble of the Indian Constitution?
A)
Economic Liberty
B)
Liberty of Thought
C)
Liberty of Expression
D)
Liberty of Faith
Option A is correct: Economic Liberty.
On which day an official function was held marking the relocation of Assam Rifle from Aizawl city center to Zokhawsang?
A)
14 March 2025
B)
15 March 2025
C)
17 March 2025
D)
13 March 2025
The official function marking the relocation of the Assam Rifles headquarters from the Aizawl city center to the new campus at Zokhawsang was held on 15 March 2025. This strategic relocation is part of the urban planning and decongestion efforts for Aizawl city, allowing for better administrative movement and the repurposing of central city land for public utility and development. Options a, c, and d are incorrect as they do not correspond to the official date of the event.
Sustainable Development takes into account which of the following aspects for development?
A)
Only social and economic aspects
B)
Both ecological and economic aspects
C)
Social, economic and ecological aspects
D)
Only ecological aspects
Option C is correct: Social, economic and ecological aspects.
If Rs 480 is 3/4 percent of the price of a television, the price of the television is
A)
Rs 46,000
B)
Rs 64,000
C)
Rs 48,000
D)
Rs 84,000
Option B is correct: Rs 64,000.
The angle of elevation at the top of a tower from a certain point is 30°. From a point 20m towards the tower the angle of elevation of the top increases by 15°. Find the height of the tower.
A)
20(√3+1) m
B)
20(√3-1) m
C)
10(√3-1) m
D)
10(√3+1) m
Option D is correct: 10(√3+1) m.
36 men can complete a piece of work in 18 days. In how many days will 27 men complete the same work?
A)
21
B)
22
C)
24
D)
25
Option C is correct: 24.
The clear sky appears blue because-
A)
Blue light gets absorbed in the atmosphere
B)
Ultraviolet radiations are absorbed in the atmosphere
C)
Violet and blue lights gets scattered more than lights of all other colours by the atmosphere
D)
Light of all other colours is scattered more than the violet and blue colour lights by the atmosphere
Option C is correct: Violet and blue lights gets scattered more than lights of all other colours by the atmosphere.
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is aimed to help:
A)
Estimate future needs of the society
B)
Smooth implementation of the project
C)
Resource conservation
D)
Cope with rapid increase in population
Option B is correct: Smooth implementation of the project.
A pole on which an enemy’s head was fixed is called-
A)
Seluphan
B)
Sathingzar
C)
Sahlam
D)
Thinglu bul
In traditional Mizo history and warfare, the 'Sathingzar' was a specially erected pole used to display the severed heads of enemies killed during raids or battles. This practice was a symbol of victory and bravery for the warrior and the village.
Analysis of other options:
- Seluphan: This refers to a specific type of traditional Mizo attire or cloth pattern, not a pole for heads.
- Sahlam: This is not a recognized term for a victory pole in Mizo historical context.
- Thinglu bul: This term does not correspond to the practice of displaying enemy heads; 'Thinglu' generally refers to a type of bamboo/wood, but the specific term for the head-pole is Sathingzar.
Find the odd one out
A)
Peso
B)
Drachma
C)
Shora
D)
Baht
Option C is correct: Shora.
If Peter’s income is 50% more than Emma’s income, Emma’s income in terms of Peter’s income is
A)
66.67%
B)
64%
C)
68.8%
D)
62 %
Option A is correct: 66.67%.
The Mizo festival meant for children in the early days was
A)
Favang kut
B)
Chapchar Kut
C)
Mim Kut
D)
Pawl Kut
In traditional Mizo culture, 'Kut' refers to festivals. Among the options provided:
1. Mim Kut is historically recognized as the festival specifically meant for children. During this festival, children were given special attention, and it was a time of joy and celebration centered around them.
2. Chapchar Kut is the most famous spring festival, celebrated after the clearing of forests for Jhum cultivation (slash-and-burn agriculture).
3. Pawl Kut is the harvest festival, celebrated after the gathering of the crops.
4. Favang Kut is the winter festival, often associated with the end of the year and the arrival of guests.
Therefore, Mim Kut is the correct answer as it was the dedicated festival for children in the early days.
Which of the following is the correct chronological order in early mizo society that when a person dies, his/her soul has to pass through different stages of journey?
A)
Rihdil, Hringlang tlang, Lunglohtui, Hawilopar, Mitthi khua, Pialral
B)
Rihdil, Lunglohtui, Hawilopar, Pialral, Lunglohtui, Mitthi khua
C)
Rihdil, Hringlang tlang, Mitthi khua, Hawilopar, Lunglohtui, Pialral
D)
Rihdil, Lunglohtui, Hringlang tlang, Hawilopar, mitthi khua, Pialral
In traditional Mizo belief (pre-Christianity), the journey of the soul after death followed a specific sequence of stages.
1. **Rihdil**: The soul first reaches the lake of Rih, where it is judged by the spirit of the ancestors/deities.
2. **Hringlang tlang**: The soul then ascends the 'Mountain of the Living' (Hringlang tlang) to separate from the earthly realm.
3. **Lunglohtui**: The soul must cross the 'Water of Discontent' (Lunglohtui), a difficult crossing that tests the soul.
4. **Hawilopar**: The soul passes through the 'Hawilopar' (a transitional stage/gate).
5. **Mitthi khua**: The soul reaches the 'Village of the Dead' (Mitthi khua), where most souls reside.
6. **Pialral**: Only those who lived exceptionally virtuous lives or died under specific circumstances (like death in battle or childbirth) could ascend further to Pialral, the paradise or the 'Land of Eternal Bliss'.
Comparing this sequence to the options: Option (a) correctly lists the progression from the initial judgment at Rihdil to the ultimate destination of Pialral. Options (b), (c), and (d) shuffle these stages incorrectly.
Hnamchawm refers to:-
A)
Ramhual
B)
Tukluh bawi
C)
Bawi
D)
Common people
In the traditional Mizo social structure and historical context, 'Hnamchawm' refers to people who were not considered part of the core Mizo kinship or clan system. Specifically, it refers to 'Ramhual' (outsiders or foreigners) who entered Mizo territory and were integrated into the society but remained distinct from the indigenous clans.
- Option (a) Ramhual: Correct. Hnamchawm literally translates to 'those who do not share the same clan/bloodline' and is synonymous with Ramhual in the context of traditional social stratification.
- Option (b) Tukluh bawi: Incorrect. This refers to a specific status of a woman who married into a family or entered a household under specific traditional circumstances.
- Option (c) Bawi: Incorrect. 'Bawi' generally refers to a daughter or a female descendant.
- Option (d) Common people: Incorrect. Common people in the traditional Mizo hierarchy were generally referred to as 'Mi mal' or simply the general populace, whereas Hnamchawm specifically denotes the 'outsider' status regardless of their social class.
Which one of the following was considered bad spirit in early mizo days?
A)
Si-hai
B)
Khawhring
C)
Khuavang
D)
Maimi
In early Mizo traditional beliefs (pre-Christianity), the spiritual world was populated by various spirits.
1. **Khawhring**: These were considered malevolent or 'bad' spirits. They were believed to cause diseases, misfortune, and death. People often performed rituals or sought protection to ward off the influence of Khawhring.
2. **Si-hai**: These are generally regarded as the spirits of the dead or ghosts. While they could be feared, they are categorized differently from the inherently malevolent 'Khawhring'.
3. **Khuavang**: These are considered benevolent or 'good' spirits. They were believed to bring luck, prosperity, and blessings to the household.
4. **Maimi**: This term generally refers to a spirit or ghost associated with a specific person or entity, but it does not represent the general category of 'bad spirits' in the way Khawhring does.
Therefore, among the given options, Khawhring is the correct answer as it specifically denotes the bad/malevolent spirits of early Mizo folklore.
Which of the following is a prime number?
A)
143
B)
119
C)
127
D)
161
Option C is correct: 127.
‘Green Muffler’ is a term related to-
A)
Soil Pollution
B)
Air Pollution
C)
Water Pollution
D)
Noise Pollution
Option D is correct: Noise Pollution.
Who were the leaders in Mizo society who held a high position without being elected or appointed but played a significant role in decision-making and governance at the community level?
A)
Val Upa
B)
Khawnbawl Upa
C)
Puithiam
D)
Tlangau
In traditional Mizo society, the governance structure was centered around the Chief (Lal). However, the Chief did not rule in isolation; he was assisted by a council of elders. The 'Khawnbawl Upa' (Village Elders) were respected members of the community who held high positions based on their age, wisdom, experience, and social standing rather than through a formal election or appointment process. They played a critical role in decision-making, settling disputes, and advising the Chief on community governance.
Analysis of other options:
- Val Upa: These were leaders of the youth (Val) in the bachelor's dormitory (Zawlbuk), focusing on the discipline and training of young men rather than general community governance.
- Puithiam: These were traditional priests or medicine men who dealt with spiritual matters, rituals, and healing, rather than administrative governance.
- Tlangau: These were the village criers or messengers who announced the Chief's orders to the public; they were functional roles rather than decision-making leaders.
If ‘MIZORAM’ is coded as 6 and ‘COMPETITIVE’ as 10, what will be the code for ‘SUCCESSFUL’?
A)
11
B)
10
C)
9
D)
8
Option C is correct: 9.
Apatanis are the tribes found in-
A)
Arunachal Pradesh
B)
Nagaland
C)
Sikkim
D)
Tripura
Option A is correct: Arunachal Pradesh.
A train running at the speed of 60 km/hr crosses a pole in 9 seconds. What is the length of the train?
A)
150 m
B)
120 m
C)
110 m
D)
135 m
Option D is correct: 135 m.
By how much is 2/5 of 385 more than 4/9 of 126?
A)
80
B)
88
C)
90
D)
98
Option B is correct: 88.
You have been offered a job with a starting monthly salary of Rs 25,000 with an annual increment of Rs 1,250 in your monthly salary. In the tenth year, your monthly salary will be
A)
Rs 36,250
B)
Rs 37,500
C)
Rs 36,520
D)
Rs 35,700
Option A is correct: Rs 36,250.