RRB NTPC — Set 23
40 questions
Which of the following was NOT a tribal revolt?
Correct Answer: D. Farazi Movement
The Farazi Movement was a religious reform movement in Bengal led by Haji Shariatullah, whereas the Tamar, Kherwar, and Santhal revolts were tribal uprisings.
What happens if a user tries to rename a file to the same name as an existing file in the same folder?
Correct Answer: C. Windows displays an error: "A file with this name already exists."
In Windows, files in the same folder cannot have the same name and extension. If you try to rename a file to an existing name, the OS displays an error message.
Who among the following was an old zamindar from Bihar who joined the rebel sepoys during the Revolt of 1857 and battled with the British for many months?
Correct Answer: C. Kunwar Singh
Kunwar Singh, a zamindar of Jagdishpur in Bihar, was a key leader during the 1857 revolt who fought against the British at the age of 80.
Which Indian state has the largest number of tribal communities classified under Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) as of December 2022?
Correct Answer: C. Odisha
Odisha has the highest number of PVTGs (13 communities), followed by Andhra Pradesh.
Which bank of India has been awarded the Digital Transformation Award 2025 for digital initiatives—Pravaah and Sarthi by Central Banking, London, United Kingdom?
Correct Answer: C. Reserve Bank of India
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) received the award for its digital initiatives 'Pravaah' (regulatory application portal) and 'Sarthi'.
Which of the following architectures has been built in the 'Charbagh' style?
Correct Answer: A. Taj Mahal
The Taj Mahal, along with Humayun's Tomb, is a classic example of Mughal architecture utilizing the Charbagh style (a quadrilateral garden layout).
Which of the following best describes the 'Gutter' margin in MS Word 2019?
Correct Answer: C. Extra space added for document binding
A Gutter margin is extra space added to the side or top margin of a document that you plan to bind, ensuring that text isn't obscured by the binding.
Effective Revenue Deficit was introduced in the government budgeting during which year?
Correct Answer: D. 2011-12
Effective Revenue Deficit was introduced in the Union Budget 2011-12. It excludes grants given to states for the creation of capital assets from the revenue deficit.
Which Article of the Constitution of India states about the directive for states to make provision for public assistance in cases of unemployment?
Correct Answer: D. Article 41
Article 41 of the Directive Principles of State Policy directs the State to secure the right to work, to education, and to public assistance in cases of unemployment, old age, sickness, and disablement.
Which of the following companies built Fort St George in Chennai in the 1640s and later established the Madras Presidency in 1684?
Correct Answer: A. British East India Company
The British East India Company built Fort St. George in 1644, which became the first British fortress in India.
In the context of India’s population distribution, the term physiological density refers to population per _____.?
Correct Answer: A. unit of arable land
Physiological density is defined as the total population divided by the net cultivable (arable) area, indicating the pressure of population on agricultural land.
Standard base pairing in DNA occurs due to which type of bonding?
Correct Answer: C. Hydrogen bonding
The nitrogenous bases in DNA (Adenine-Thymine and Guanine-Cytosine) are paired together by Hydrogen bonds.
Which principle of citizenship did India start following more strictly after the 2003 Amendment?
Correct Answer: D. Jus sanguinis (by blood)
The Citizenship Amendment Act of 2003 moved India away from 'Jus soli' (citizenship by birth) toward 'Jus sanguinis' (citizenship by blood) to prevent illegal migrants from acquiring citizenship by birth.
In December 2024, which nationwide movement was launched to promote cycling as a sustainable and inclusive fitness activity?
Correct Answer: D. Fit India Sundays on Cycle
The 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' initiative was launched to encourage citizens to adopt cycling for fitness and sustainability.
Who won the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize for their significant contributions to global peace and disarmament efforts?
Correct Answer: A. Nihon Hidankyo
The 2024 Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to the Japanese organization Nihon Hidankyo for its efforts to achieve a world free of nuclear weapons.
What is the primary objective of the Shri S Ramakrishnan Centre of Excellence in Fluid and Thermal Science Research 2025, at IIT Madras?
Correct Answer: C. To tackle complex thermal challenges in space applications
The Centre aims to address complex fluid and thermal challenges in space hardware, such as thermal management in satellites and launch vehicles.
Which of the following is a key reason for judicial review in India?
Correct Answer: D. To protect the supremacy of the Constitution and fundamental rights
Judicial Review empowers the judiciary to examine the constitutionality of legislative and executive actions, ensuring the supremacy of the Constitution.
Which region is NOT part of the outer boundary of the Peninsular Plateau?
Correct Answer: D. Himalayas
The Peninsular Plateau's boundary is defined by the Delhi Ridge (NW), Rajmahal Hills (East), Gir Range (West), and Cardamom Hills (South). The Himalayas are a separate physiographic division.
You have applied a specific character style to several instances of a product name throughout a lengthy MS Word document. If you need to change the font and color of all these instances, what is the most efficient method?
Correct Answer: C. Modifying the definition of the character style
Modifying the style definition automatically updates all text in the document where that style has been applied, which is the most efficient method.
A compound has an empirical formula CH₂ and a molar mass of 56 g/mol. Its molecular formula is?
Correct Answer: D. C₄H₈
Empirical mass (CH₂) = 12 + 2(1) = 14 g/mol. n = 56/14 = 4. Molecular formula = (CH₂) × 4 = C₄H₈.
Which tab in MS Word 365 contains options to change page margins, orientation and size?
Correct Answer: D. Layout
The Layout tab (formerly Page Layout) contains the Page Setup group with options for Margins, Orientation, Size, and Columns.
What was the poverty rate in India in 2019-21, according to the India National Multidimensional Poverty Index, 2023?
Correct Answer: D. 14.96%
The National Multidimensional Poverty Index 2023 reported that India's multidimensional poverty declined to 14.96% in 2019-21.
Which of the following best encapsulates the fundamental difference between the von Neumann and Harvard architectures in computer systems?
Correct Answer: B. The Harvard architecture allows simultaneous fetching of instructions and data, potentially...
Harvard architecture uses separate buses for data and instructions, allowing simultaneous access. Von Neumann uses a shared bus, leading to the 'Von Neumann bottleneck'.
Which tier of the Panchayati Raj system in India is involved in governing the entire district?
Correct Answer: A. Zila Parishad
The Zila Parishad (District Council) is the top tier of the Panchayati Raj system and operates at the district level.
What type of shrine is the Neeramankara Temple located in Nemam, Kerala, in India known to be?
Correct Answer: C. Sandhara type
The Neeramankara Temple is an example of the Sandhara type of temple, characterized by a circumambulatory path (Pradakshina Patha) around the sanctum.
What is the primary objective of the Railways (Amendment) Bill, 2024?
Correct Answer: A. To merge the Indian Railway Board Act, 1905 into the Railways Act, 1989
The bill aims to repeal the Indian Railway Board Act, 1905, and merge its provisions into the Railways Act, 1989, to streamline legal frameworks.
According to the 6th Annual Employment-Unemployment Survey conducted by the Labour Bureau, what was the employment rate for women with vocational training?
Correct Answer: B. 52.6%
The survey highlighted that the employment rate for women who received vocational training was significantly higher, recorded at 52.6%.
Who among the following won the gold medal in the compound mixed team event at the Archery World Cup 2025 Stage 1?
Correct Answer: A. Jyothi Surekha Vennam and Abhishek Verma
Jyothi Surekha Vennam and Abhishek Verma are a successful compound archery pair who secured gold in the 2025 event context.
Which body primarily exercises the powers delegated through Article 243W of the Indian Constitution?
Correct Answer: B. Municipal Corporations
Article 243W deals with the powers, authority, and responsibilities of Municipalities (Urban Local Bodies) to perform functions listed in the Twelfth Schedule.
As of 28 March 2025, approximately how many farmer IDs have been generated under the Digital Agriculture Mission in India?
Correct Answer: D. 4.10 crore
Under the Digital Agriculture Mission, over 4 crore unique Farmer IDs have been generated to create a unified database.
How much of OECD sovereign debt is set to mature by 2027, according to the Global Debt Report 2025?
Correct Answer: D. 50%
The OECD Global Debt Report 2025 highlights that approximately 50% of the sovereign debt is set to mature by 2027, posing refinancing risks.
Chandragupta Maurya is said to have converted to?
Correct Answer: B. Jainism
Chandragupta Maurya converted to Jainism under the influence of the sage Bhadrabahu and spent his last days at Shravanabelagola.
In which year was the World Trade Organization, which has promoted globalisation across nations, established?
Correct Answer: A. 1995
The WTO was established on January 1, 1995, following the Marrakesh Agreement, replacing the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT).
Which city hosted the QS Higher Ed Summit: Middle East in April 2025?
Correct Answer: D. Dubai, UAE
Dubai, UAE, is a frequent host for the QS Higher Ed Summits in the region, focusing on educational trends and university rankings.
In March 2025, who became the first Indian to receive the Ramsar Award for ‘Wetland Wise Use’?
Correct Answer: C. Jayshree Vencatesan
Dr. Jayshree Vencatesan was recognized with the Ramsar Wetland Conservation Award for her dedicated work in wetland conservation.
A large number of terracotta toys were found at which site of the Indus Valley Civilization?
Correct Answer: A. Mohenjodaro
Mohenjodaro yielded a large number of terracotta figurines and toys, including carts, birds, and animals, showcasing the recreational aspect of the civilization.
Which revolution in India is associated with the growth of the fishing industry?
Correct Answer: D. Blue Revolution
The Blue Revolution refers to the significant growth and development of the aquaculture and fisheries sector in India.
Which tree is commonly found throughout the plains of the Thar Desert?
Correct Answer: A. Khejri
Khejri (Prosopis cineraria) is a keystone species in the Thar Desert, known for its ability to survive in arid conditions and provide fodder and fuel.
Which statement is correct with reference to Neptunium?
Correct Answer: A. It is a naturally occurring element found in pitchblende.
While mostly synthetic, trace amounts of Neptunium occur naturally in uranium ores like pitchblende due to transmutation reactions.
Which of the following statements about the National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF), launched in 2024, is/are correct? 1. The total approved outlay of NMNF till 2025-26 is ₹1,000 crore. 2. The mission supports the establishment of?
Correct Answer: D. Both 1 and 2
The correct answer is 'Both 1 and 2', indicating that the specific statements or options mentioned are true. This type of question requires careful analysis of each statement. Regular practice of such multiple-correct-statement questions improves accuracy in competitive exams.