RRB NTPC — Set 28

Q: Which of the following elements had NOT been discovered during Mendeleev’s time?

Radon and Polonium. Noble gases and radioactive elements like Radon and Polonium were discovered later. Gallium and Germanium were predicted by Mendeleev (as Eka-aluminium and Eka-silicon) but discovered shortly after.

Q: What is the tenure of the Central Board of Directors in Reserve Bank of India?

Four years. According to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, the Governor and Deputy Governors hold office for a term not exceeding five years, while the other Directors of the Central Board hold office for a term of four years.

Q: Which of the following statements with respect to Dividend Distribution Tax (DDT) in India is/are correct? 1. DDT was a tax on dividends paid to the shareholders of a company. 2. Budget 2025-26 has proposed to remove the DDT paid by the?

Only 1 and 3. The correct answer is 'Only 1 and 3', 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.

Q: In January 2025, which theme was used to promote voting on National Voters’ Day?

Nothing Like Voting, I Vote for Sure. The Election Commission of India has consistently used the theme 'Nothing Like Voting, I Vote for Sure' to encourage voter participation in recent years.

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Which of the following elements had NOT been discovered during Mendeleev’s time?

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Correct Answer: D. Radon and Polonium

Noble gases and radioactive elements like Radon and Polonium were discovered later. Gallium and Germanium were predicted by Mendeleev (as Eka-aluminium and Eka-silicon) but discovered shortly after.

What is the tenure of the Central Board of Directors in Reserve Bank of India?

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Correct Answer: B. Four years

According to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, the Governor and Deputy Governors hold office for a term not exceeding five years, while the other Directors of the Central Board hold office for a term of four years.

Which of the following statements with respect to Dividend Distribution Tax (DDT) in India is/are correct? 1. DDT was a tax on dividends paid to the shareholders of a company. 2. Budget 2025-26 has proposed to remove the DDT paid by the?

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Correct Answer: C. Only 1 and 3

The correct answer is 'Only 1 and 3', 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.

What is the primary purpose of the .ppsx file format in MS PowerPoint 365?

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Correct Answer: B. To save the presentation in a format that opens directly in Slide Show mode

A .ppsx file is a PowerPoint Show. When you double-click it, it opens directly in Slide Show view rather than in the editing view (Normal view).

In January 2025, which theme was used to promote voting on National Voters’ Day?

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Correct Answer: C. Nothing Like Voting, I Vote for Sure

The Election Commission of India has consistently used the theme 'Nothing Like Voting, I Vote for Sure' to encourage voter participation in recent years.

Which novel by Ocean Vuong follows a 19-year-old named Hai who becomes the caretaker of an elderly woman with dementia?

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Correct Answer: B. The Emperor of Gladness

'The Emperor of Gladness' is a 2025 novel by Ocean Vuong that tells the story of Hai, a young man caring for an 82-year-old woman with dementia.

Which of the following is NOT a category of judicial review, as classified by Justice Syed Shah Mohammed Quadri?

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Correct Answer: D. Judicial review of judicial appointments to the Supreme Court and High Courts

Justice Quadri classified Judicial Review into three categories: 1) Review of Constitutional Amendments, 2) Review of Legislation, and 3) Review of Administrative Action. Review of appointments is not a distinct category in this classification.

Who inaugurated the National Conference on ‘Environment – 2025’ in New Delhi on 29 March 2025?

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Correct Answer: C. Droupadi Murmu

The conference was inaugurated by the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu. This is an

Which of the following technologies was used to fabricate the Vikram 3201 microprocessor launched in 2025?

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Correct Answer: C. 180nm CMOS technology

The Vikram series of microprocessors (for strategic and secure applications) are typically fabricated using indigenous 180nm CMOS technology at SCL, Chandigarh.

Who among the following wrote the book 'Parvat Shiromani Bhagat Singh Koshyari'?

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Correct Answer: A. Madan Mohan Sati

The book 'Parvat Shiromani Bhagat Singh Koshyari' was written by Dr. Madan Mohan Sati.

The subtropical jet stream plays a critical role in the withdrawal of the monsoon by which of the following?

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Correct Answer: B. Inducing subsidence over land

The southward migration of the Subtropical Westerly Jet Stream over the Indian subcontinent in autumn induces subsidence (sinking air) over North India, which suppresses rainfall and aids the withdrawal of the monsoon.

Consider the following statements regarding the 'Dare Square' Motorcycle Expedition flagged off in January 2025. 1. The expedition was launched by the Eastern Naval Command as part of INS Ranvijay’s 37th anniversary celebrations. 2. The rally?

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Correct Answer: D. Only 1, 2 and 4

The correct answer is 'Only 1, 2 and 4', 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.

Which dance form represents a mock fight between Durga and Mahishasura?

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Correct Answer: B. Dandiya Raas

Dandiya Raas is a folk dance where men and women dance with sticks. The sticks represent the swords of Goddess Durga, and the dance symbolizes her battle with the demon king Mahishasura.

Which of the following is not one of the Ettuttokai (Eight Anthologies) of the Sangam literature?

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Correct Answer: B. Tolkappiyam

Tolkappiyam is the oldest extant Tamil grammar text and a work of literary theory, but it is not one of the Eight Anthologies (Ettuttokai). The other options are part of the Ettuttokai.

In March 2025, Indian PM Narendra Modi attended the National Day celebrations of which country as the Chief Guest?

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Correct Answer: D. Mauritius

Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the National Day celebrations of Mauritius as the Chief Guest, highlighting the strong bilateral ties between the two nations.

Which component is commonly used in a circuit to vary the resistance?

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Correct Answer: C. Rheostat

A Rheostat (or variable resistor) is used to change the resistance in a circuit without interrupting the circuit, thereby controlling the current.

Which of the following statements best describes the role of RAM and ROM in a computer system?

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Correct Answer: B. ROM is used to store system firmware, while RAM stores temporary data for active processes.

ROM (Read-Only Memory) is non-volatile and stores firmware (BIOS/UEFI) essential for booting. RAM (Random Access Memory) is volatile and stores data for currently running programs and processes.

Which Act empowered Her Majesty to issue Letters Patent for setting up High Courts?

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Correct Answer: A. Indian High Courts Act, 1861

The Indian High Courts Act of 1861 authorized the Crown to issue Letters Patent to establish High Courts in Calcutta, Madras, and Bombay.

Which of the following cities is set to host the COP30 climate summit in 2025?

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Correct Answer: C. Belem, Brazil

COP30 (the 30th UN Climate Change Conference) is scheduled to be held in the city of Belém in Brazil in 2025.

In which Indian state are the Kachchh and Kathiawar coasts located?

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Correct Answer: C. Gujarat

The Kachchh and Kathiawar coasts are distinct geographical coastal features located in the state of Gujarat.

Which vitamin deficiency is most likely in a person with a blocked bile duct?

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Correct Answer: A. Vitamin A

Bile is necessary for the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K). A blockage prevents bile from reaching the intestine, leading to malabsorption of these vitamins.

Which of the following companies founded in 1602 is also known as the 'Verenigde Oostindische Compagnie (VOC)'?

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Correct Answer: B. Dutch East India Company

The 'Verenigde Oostindische Compagnie' (VOC) is the Dutch name for the Dutch East India Company, which was a megacorporation founded in 1602.

Disinvestment proceeds contribute to non-tax revenue of the government. Which body manages disinvestment in India?

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Correct Answer: C. DIPAM

The Department of Investment and Public Asset Management (DIPAM), under the Ministry of Finance, manages central government disinvestment and privatization.

Who among the following was the leader of the 1857 rebellion of Sambalpur?

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Correct Answer: D. Veer Surendra Sai

Veer Surendra Sai was a freedom fighter and tribal leader who led the rebellion against the British in Sambalpur (Odisha) during 1857.

'Aus', 'Aman' and 'Boro' are important crops of which of the following in states like Assam, West Bengal and Odisha?

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Correct Answer: C. Paddy

Aus, Aman, and Boro are three different crops of Rice (Paddy) grown in an agricultural year in states like West Bengal and Assam.

Which of the following rivers rises in the western slopes of the Aravalli Range near Ajmer, where it is known as the Sagarmati?

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Correct Answer: B. Luni

The Luni River originates in the Naga hills of the Aravalli Range near Ajmer. At its origin, it is known as Sagarmati.

Which bank launched the ‘Global Women NRE & NRO Savings Account’ in March 2025?

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Correct Answer: D. Axis Bank

Axis Bank launched the 'Global Women NRE & NRO Savings Account' designed specifically for NRI women, offering special benefits.

Which was the new scheme announced during Budget 2025-26 that targets 100 low- productivity districts and focuses on enhancing agricultural productivity, crop diversification, sustainable practices, irrigation and post-harvest storage?

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Correct Answer: C. Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana

The PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana was a new initiative announced in the 2025-26 budget to boost productivity in specific lagging districts.

Who among the following appoints the Chairman of the National Human Rights Commission of India?

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Correct Answer: B. The President of India

The Chairman and members of the NHRC are appointed by the President of India, on the recommendation of a committee headed by the Prime Minister.

In MS PowerPoint 2019, when you press the Enter key while typing in a text box, what happens?

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Correct Answer: C. The cursor moves to the next line within the same text box.

Pressing Enter inside a text box in PowerPoint creates a new paragraph or moves the cursor to the next line within that same text box.

Which animal/bird was commonly depicted on Harappan seals?

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Correct Answer: D. Unicorn

The most common animal depicted on Harappan seals is the 'Unicorn' (a mythical one-horned creature).

During which phase and year was a steady population growth rate observed in India?

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Correct Answer: B. Phase II: 1921-1951

Phase II (1921-1951) is referred to as the period of steady population growth. The year 1921 is known as the 'Year of Great Divide'.

When utilising the 'Paste Special' function in MS Word to insert content copied from a spreadsheet, which of the following paste options would preserve the original formula calculations while displaying the calculated values in the Word document?

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Correct Answer: C. MS Excel Worksheet Object

Pasting as an 'MS Excel Worksheet Object' embeds the Excel file into Word, keeping the formulas functional and allowing you to edit the data using Excel tools within Word.

What power does the President of India hold regarding the Contingency Fund of India?

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Correct Answer: B. The President controls the fund to advance money for unforeseen expenses.

The Contingency Fund of India is placed at the disposal of the President of India to enable him to make advances out of it for the purposes of meeting unforeseen expenditure pending authorization by Parliament.

Which Mauryan ruler sent Buddhist missionaries to foreign countries?

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Correct Answer: B. Ashoka

Emperor Ashoka sent Buddhist missionaries to various countries, including Sri Lanka, Greece, and Syria, to propagate Dhamma.

What must State legislators do under Article 188 of the Constitution of India before taking their seats for the first time in state assembly?

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Correct Answer: A. Take oath or affirmation

Article 188 mandates that every member of the Legislative Assembly or the Legislative Council of a State must make and subscribe to an oath or affirmation before taking their seat.

Who are the members of India's recurve men's archery team that won a silver medal in the World Cup Stage 1, 2025?

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Correct Answer: D. Dhiraj Bommadevara, Atanu Das and Tarundeep Rai

The Indian men's recurve team comprising Dhiraj Bommadevara, Atanu Das, and Tarundeep Rai won the silver medal at the Archery World Cup Stage 1 in 2025.

In 2024, India introduced a fast-track procurement clause in which defence procurement policy to reduce acquisition delays?

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Correct Answer: A. Defence Acquisition Procedure

The government amended the Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP) 2020 to introduce fast-track mechanisms to speed up the acquisition of defence equipment.

A user wants to have a bulleted list in MS PowerPoint. After typing a list item and pressing Enter, they want to create a sub-bullet point (a lower-level bullet). Which of the following actions will reliably achieve this?

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Correct Answer: C. Clicking the 'Increase List Level' button in the Paragraph group

Clicking 'Increase List Level' or pressing the 'Tab' key indents the bullet point, making it a sub-bullet of the previous item.

What was the unemployment rate in India as per the Periodic Labour Force Survey during January to December 2024?

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Correct Answer: A. 3.2%

The annual PLFS reports indicated a declining trend in unemployment, reaching approximately 3.2% for the period of 2023-24.