Question : Comprehension:

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

The world is undergoing rapid changes in the knowledge landscape. With various dramatic scientific and technological advances, such as the rise of big data, machine learning, and artificial intelligence, many unskilled jobs worldwide may be taken over by machines, while the need for a skilled workforce, particularly involving mathematics, computer science, and data science, in conjunction with multidisciplinary abilities across the sciences, social sciences, and humanities, (1)________ increasingly in greater demand. With climate change, increasing pollution, and depleting natural resources, there will be a sizeable shift in how we (2)_______ the world's energy, water, food, and sanitation needs, again resulting in the need for new skilled labour, particularly in biology, chemistry, physics, agriculture, climate science, and social science. The growing (3)________ of epidemics and pandemics will also (4)_______ collaborative research in infectious disease management and development of vaccines, and the resultant social issues heighten the need for multidisciplinary learning. There will be a growing (5)__________ for humanities and art as India moves towards becoming a developed country as well as among the three largest economies in the world.

Question:

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 3.

Option 1: wane

Option 2: dissolution

Option 3: emergence

Option 4: need

Question : According to the Census of India 2011, which state in India has the highest population density?

Option 1: Uttar Pradesh

Option 2: Bihar

Option 3: West Bengal

Option 4: Kerala

Question : Which factor is not a major challenge in rural development in India?

Option 1: Poverty and inequality
   

Option 2: Lack of access to credit and financial services
   

Option 3: Environmental degradation

Option 4: Overpopulation in urban areas

Question : Which of the following pairs is incorrect regarding paintings in India?

Option 1: Phad Paintings - Rajasthan

Option 2: Saura Paintings - Odisha

Option 3: Bagh Paintings - Madhya Pradesh

Option 4: Guler Paintings - Karnataka

Question : Who had estimated National Income in India first?

Option 1: V. K. R. V. Rao

Option 2: Dadabhai Naoroji 

Option 3: R. C. Dutt

Option 4: D. R. Gadgil

Question : The agrarian class structure in pre-independence India was characterized by:  
 

Option 1: Dominance of the industrial working class  
 

Option 2: Equitable distribution of land  
 

Option 3: Hierarchical landholding patterns  

Option 4: Absence of landless laborers  

Question : In global environmental debates, India advocates for:
 

Option 1: The exclusive focus on economic development without environmental considerations
   

Option 2: The equitable sharing of responsibilities and benefits of environmental protection
   

Option 3: The complete disregard for international environmental agreements

Option 4: The prioritization of developed countries' interests over those of developing nations

Question : Which of the following factors are responsible for railways having not developed much in the northeastern parts of India?

1) Highly dissected topography
2) Dense forests
3) Low population density
4) Heavy rainfall and frequent flooding

Option 1: 1, 2 and 3

Option 2: Only 3 and 4

Option 3: Only 2 and 3

Option 4: 1, 2 and 4

Question : Comprehension

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.

Unemployment is a major issue in India that (1)________millions of people across the country. Despite being one of the fastest-growing economies in the world, India has struggled to create (2)________jobs to keep up with its rapidly expanding population. The unemployment rate in India varies widely (3)________ different states and regions. Young people, in particular, face significant challenges in finding employment. Many are highly educated but lack the skills and experience needed to (4)________ in a highly competitive job market. There are many factors contributing to the high levels of unemployment in India. Some of these include a lack of investment in infrastructure, a mismatch between the skills of workers and the needs of employers, and a lack of access to finance for small and medium-sized businesses. The Indian government has launched several initiatives to address the issue of unemployment in the country. These include programs to support small businesses, increase investment in infrastructure and provide vocational training to young people. However, much more needs to be done to create sustainable, long-term employment opportunities for all Indians. Unemployment can have serious social and economic consequences, including poverty, crime and social (5)________.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 3.

Option 1: from

Option 2: between

Option 3: across

Option 4: amongst

Question : Which state in India has the highest per capita income?

Option 1: Maharashtra

Option 2: Haryana

Option 3: Goa

Option 4: Delhi