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Past Questions
In a mixture of 60 litres, the ratio of milk to water is 2:1. How much water must be added to make the ratio 1:1?
A)
10 litres
B)
15 litres
C)
20 litres
D)
25 litres
Option C is correct: 20 litres.
Which district has the largest area in Mizoram?
A)
Aizawl
B)
Lunglei
C)
Champhai
D)
Mamit
Based on the administrative geography of Mizoram, Lunglei district is the largest district in the state by land area. While Mizoram has undergone several administrative redistricting processes to create new districts for better governance, Lunglei consistently remains the largest in terms of total square kilometers. Aizawl is the capital and a major urban center, Champhai is significant for border trade, and Mamit is located in the northwest, but none of these exceed the geographical expanse of Lunglei.
Who was known as ‘Man of Destinity’?
A)
Hitler
B)
Stalin
C)
Napoleon
D)
Mahatma Gandhi
Option C is correct: Napoleon.
The Bharatpur Sanctuary in Rajasthan is famous for :
A)
Wild Asses
B)
Rhinos
C)
Asiatic Lions
D)
Birds
Option D is correct: Birds.
With what game is ‘Santosh Trophy’ associated?
A)
Badminton
B)
Cricket
C)
Hockey
D)
Football
Option D is correct: Football.
Who was the first muslim President of the Indian Republic?
A)
Dr. Zakir Hussain
B)
FA.Ahmed
C)
Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam
D)
M.Hidayatullah
Option A is correct: Dr. Zakir Hussain.
Which of the following is the unit to express the memory of a computer?
A)
Bus
B)
Byte
C)
CAD
D)
Compiler
Option B is correct: Byte.
The organ of the body which is mainly damaged in hepatitisis :
A)
Lung
B)
Spleen
C)
Liver
D)
Kidney
Option C is correct: Liver.
Which is the latest ‘MAL Book of the Year’?
A)
Pangparhnima
B)
Daidanna Bang Phena Thuruk
C)
Hniak hlui
D)
Raltiang Rimawi
The Mizo Academy of Letters (MAL) annually confers the 'Book of the Year' award to recognize excellence in Mizo literature. For the most recent cycle relevant to the 2024 examination context, 'Daidanna Bang Phena Thuruk' was selected as the MAL Book of the Year. The other options listed (Pangparhnima, Hniak hlui, and Raltiang Rimawi) are also notable works in Mizo literature but were not the recipients of the latest 'Book of the Year' award. The MAL award is highly prestigious and considers literary merit, contribution to Mizo culture, and linguistic quality.
Time taken by sunlight to reach the earth is :
A)
15 sec
B)
8 sec
C)
15min
D)
8min
Option D is correct: 8min.
‘Oslo’ is the capital of :
A)
Norway
B)
Denmark
C)
Belgium
D)
Switzerland
Option A is correct: Norway.
What is known as the ‘brain of computer’?
A)
CPU
B)
Input unit
C)
Control Unit
D)
Arithmetic unit
Option A is correct: CPU.
In which district is the ‘Pukzing Cave’ located?
A)
Mamit
B)
Siaha
C)
Aizawl
D)
Kolasib
Pukzing Cave is a well-known natural cave located in the Mamit district of Mizoram. Mamit district is characterized by its rugged terrain and is home to several significant caves and natural landmarks.
- Option (a) Mamit: Correct. Pukzing Cave is situated within this district.
- Option (b) Siaha: Incorrect. Siaha is located in the southern part of the state and is known for different geographical features.
- Option (c) Aizawl: Incorrect. While Aizawl has various landmarks, Pukzing Cave is not located here.
- Option (d) Kolasib: Incorrect. Kolasib is known for its riverine landscapes and proximity to the border, but not for Pukzing Cave.
Who is the most recent recipient of the ‘ AIFF Indian Men’s Footballer of the Year Award’?
A)
Lalchungnunga
B)
Lallianzuala Chhangte
C)
Lalengmawia Ralte
D)
Jeje Lalpekhlua
Option B is correct: Lallianzuala Chhangte.
The oldest Football tournament in India is :
A)
Durand cup
B)
IFA Shield
C)
Rovers Cup
D)
Davis Cup
Option A is correct: Durand cup.
Which states do Mizoram shares its border with?
A)
Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura
B)
Assam, Aunachal Pradesh, Tripura
C)
Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya
D)
Assam, Tripura, Manipur
Mizoram is located in the northeastern part of India and shares its domestic borders with three other Indian states:
1. Tripura to the west.
2. Assam to the north.
3. Manipur to the east.
Additionally, Mizoram shares an extensive international border with Myanmar (Burma) and Bangladesh.
Evaluating the options:
- Option (a) is incorrect because Mizoram does not share a border with Meghalaya.
- Option (b) is incorrect because Mizoram does not share a border with Arunachal Pradesh.
- Option (c) is incorrect because Mizoram does not share a border with Meghalaya.
- Option (d) is correct as it lists the three neighboring Indian states: Assam, Tripura, and Manipur.
‘Light year’ is the unit of:
A)
Velocity
B)
Distance
C)
Light
D)
Time
Option B is correct: Distance.
‘Oncology’ is the study of:
A)
Birds
B)
Cancer
C)
Tissues
D)
Mammals
Option B is correct: Cancer.
According to Mizo history, which sacrifice was made to enhance paddy cultivation in the village?
A)
Arkhal
B)
Daibawl
C)
Kel khal
D)
Fano dawi
In traditional Mizo belief and history, 'Daibawl' refers to a specific ritual sacrifice involving a mithun (bos frontalis) performed to ensure a bountiful harvest and enhance paddy cultivation within the village. The Mizo people traditionally practiced jhum (shifting) cultivation and believed that certain propitiatory offerings to the spirits would prevent crop failure and bring prosperity to the fields.
Analysis of other options:
- Arkhal: Generally refers to a sacrifice involving a pig (Sa), often for different ritualistic purposes.
- Kel khal: Refers to a sacrifice involving a dog (Kel), usually associated with different types of traditional beliefs or warding off evil.
- Fano dawi: This is not a sacrifice for cultivation; 'Fano' refers to a traditional healer or medicine man, and 'dawi' relates to healing/medicine.
In which category did Mr. Sangthankima win the Padma Shri Award?
A)
Social work
B)
Arts
C)
Literature
D)
Trade and Industry
Mr. Sangthankima was awarded the Padma Shri, one of India's highest civilian honors, for his distinguished contributions to Social Work. He is widely recognized in Mizoram for his dedicated efforts in community development, uplifting the marginalized, and his commitment to social welfare initiatives within the state. Options b (Arts), c (Literature), and d (Trade and Industry) are incorrect as his primary recognized contribution to the nation and state was in the field of social service.
Who is called the ‘Father of Geometry’?
A)
Galileo
B)
Aristotle
C)
Euclid
D)
Archimedes
Option C is correct: Euclid.
The author of ‘War and Peace’ was:
A)
Leo Tolstoy
B)
A Huxley
C)
Charles Dicken
D)
Adam Smith
Option A is correct: Leo Tolstoy.
The Right to Freedom of religion is guaranteed in the Indian Constitution in Articles:
A)
23 and 24
B)
25 to 28
C)
9 to 22
D)
1to 10
Option B is correct: 25 to 28.
The imaginary lines running from North to South are called :
A)
Latitudes
B)
Longitudes
C)
Parallels
D)
Altitudes
Option B is correct: Longitudes.
Who was known as ‘ Lady of the lamp”?
A)
Florence Nightingale
B)
Sarojiji Naidu
C)
Razia Sultan
D)
Mother Teresa
Option A is correct: Florence Nightingale.