HP JOA IT Paper (26001 (Shift 2)) - Online Test & Solved Answer Key

Question 1 of 134 Computer

Mainframe computers are mainly used by:

A. Single home users B. Embedded systems only C. Large organizations D. Mobile phones only

Question 2 of 134 Computer

Which of the following correctly represents the basic working cycle of a computer?

A. Process → Output → Input B. Output → Input → Process C. Input → Process → Output D. Process → Input → Output

Question 3 of 134 Computer

Which of the following best describes the main advancement that characterized the second generation of computers?

A. Development of magnetic core memory B. Adoption of integrated circuits for circuitry C. Introduction of transistors in place of vacuum tubes D. Use of punch cards for programming

Question 4 of 134 Computer

Which statements correctly differentiate supercomputers from microcomputers?

A. Only S1 and S2 B. Only S3 and S4 C. Only S1 and S4 D. Only S1, S2 and S3

Question 5 of 134 General

S1: Supercomputers have significantly higher processing capability.

A. B. C. D.

Question 6 of 134 General

S2: Microcomputers are commonly used by individual users.

A. B. C. D.

Question 7 of 134 General

S3: Supercomputers are mainly used for advanced scientific applications.

A. B. C. D.

Question 8 of 134 General

S4: Microcomputers always support thousands of concurrent users.

A. B. C. D.

Question 9 of 134 Computer

A rural health clinic wants to introduce a computer-based solution for patient record management and remote consultations. Which approach best addresses both needs?

A. Inventory tracking and health blogs B. Appointment reminders and online bill payment C. Electronic health records and telemedicine platforms D. Public Wi-Fi and basic office software

Question 10 of 134 Computer

A research organization needs to analyze complex climate models requiring massive calculations and data processing. Based on the classification of computers, which type would be most suitable for this scenario?

A. Mainframe computer B. Minicomputer C. Super computer D. Microcomputer

Question 11 of 134 Computer

Which user action is required for a light pen to register a selection on the screen?

A. Clicking the mouse while holding the pen B. Pressing a key on the keyboard while holding the pen C. Pointing the pen near the monitor without contact D. Touching the pen tip to the desired area of the screen

Question 12 of 134 Computer

What is the use of Light pen device in computer systems?

A. Pointing and drawing on screen B. Storing data in compressed form C. Printing documents D. Improve brightness of monitor

Question 13 of 134 Computer

Which scenario demonstrates a key limitation of inkjet printers in an office environment?

A. Their initial purchase price is very high. B. They do not support color printing at all. C. High-volume document printing leads to frequent cartridge replacement. D. They are too noisy for quiet office settings.

Question 14 of 134 Computer

A user is experiencing issues where some keys on their keyboard do not respond. Which hardware component is most likely at fault?

A. The keyboard cable connecting to the PC B. The computer’s power supply unit C. The switch or contact beneath the affected keys D. The computer’s RAM module

Question 15 of 134 Computer

Which statement best distinguishes between RAM and ROM in a computer system?

A. RAM stores permanent instructions, while ROM stores temporary data B. Both RAM and ROM are non-volatile and store permanent data C. RAM is volatile and stores temporary data, while ROM is non-volatile and stores permanent instructions D. Both RAM and ROM are volatile and store temporary data

Question 16 of 134 Computer

When a key is pressed on a keyboard, the keyboard controller generates a unique hardware-level identifier for that key. What is this value commonly called?

A. ASCII code B. Unicode value C. Scan code D. Keylog value

Question 17 of 134 Computer

Which of the following are impact printers?

A. Only S1 and S2 B. Only S1, S2 and S4 C. Only S1, S3 and S4 D. Only S3 and S4

Question 18 of 134 General

S1: Dot matrix printer

A. B. C. D.

Question 19 of 134 General

S2: Daisy wheel printer

A. B. C. D.

Question 20 of 134 General

S3: Inkjet printer

A. B. C. D.

Question 21 of 134 General

S4: Line printer

A. B. C. D.

Question 22 of 134 Computer

Which of the following is the correct sequence from smallest to largest memory unit?

A. Byte, nibble, bit, kilobyte, megabyte, gigabyte, terabyte B. Bit, byte, nibble, gigabyte, kilobyte, megabyte, terabyte C. Nibble, bit, byte, megabyte, kilobyte, terabyte, gigabyte D. Bit, nibble, byte, kilobyte, megabyte, gigabyte, terabyte

Question 23 of 134 Computer

Machine language is the fundamental programming language understood directly by a computer processor. In what form are instructions mainly written in machine language?

A. English word structure B. Graphical symbol style C. Binary number format D. Mathematical equation form

Question 24 of 134 Computer

Which of the following best describes the main difference between hardware and software in a computer system?

A. Hardware is the physical components, while software refers to programs and instructions. B. Hardware is the user interface, software is the background process. C. Hardware stores data, software displays graphics. D. Hardware and software both refer only to data inside the computer.

Question 25 of 134 Computer

Which statement best describes an important characteristic of open source software in the context of licensing?

A. Open source software is always free of charge for all users. B. Users can modify and distribute the software according to the license terms. C. Open source software can only be used for personal projects. D. Commercial use is not allowed with open source software.

Question 26 of 134 Computer

Which of the following is the most important advantage of a high-level programming language over assembly language?

A. Easier readability and portability across systems B. Direct execution by hardware without translation C. Machine dependency and hardware optimization D. Very similar to machine language

Question 27 of 134 Computer

Which feature in a word processor allows you to automatically repeat the formatting of one section of text to another?

A. Track Changes B. Format Painter C. Spell Checker D. Mail Merge

Question 28 of 134 Computer

A company is installing a new type of printer that is not automatically detected by their operating system. Which action should the IT administrator take to ensure the printer functions correctly with the computers?

A. Use a generic printer driver available in the operating system B. Connect the printer and reboot the computer C. Install the specific device driver provided by the printer manufacturer D. Update the operating system to the latest version

Question 29 of 134 Computer

What is the purpose of “Track Changes” in a word processor such as Microsoft Word?

A. Keep record of document modifications B. Automatically save the modified files C. Count number of pages that are modified D. Monitor internet traffic activity

Question 30 of 134 Computer

Software developers often adapt existing programs to create updated or customized solutions for different requirements. Which feature of open source software primarily supports this development approach?

A. Reusable code structure B. Restricted execution policy C. Fixed binary sequencing D. Proprietary distribution model

Question 31 of 134 Computer

Which process refers to starting a computer from a completely powered-off state?

A. Cold boot B. Sleep mode C. Warm boot D. Hibernation

Question 32 of 134 Computer

Android manages hardware resources such as memory, storage, and battery usage during application execution. This helps improve overall device performance. Select the Android function mentioned here.

A. Hardware system fabrication B. Disk storage partitioning C. Resource usage management D. Binary data conversion

Question 33 of 134 Computer

Which statement BEST defines a cold boot in computer system?

A. Starting a computer from a powered-off state B. Restarting computer without turning power off C. Clearing temporary internet files D. Loading applications into memory

Question 34 of 134 Computer

Which feature distinguishes MacOS from many other operating systems in terms of its application management?

A. It uses a Dock for quick access to frequently used applications. B. It is the only OS with built-in antivirus protection. C. It relies on a completely open-source kernel for its base. D. It provides an integrated App Store for downloads.

Question 35 of 134 Computer

A user wants to restrict certain users from changing system-wide settings but allow them to install printers on their own computers. Which combination of Control Panel settings should be adjusted to achieve this goal in a Windows operating system?

A. Configure power options and accessibility features B. Set up parental controls and customize printer permissions C. Modify user account privileges and manage device installation settings D. Adjust network sharing options and disk quotas

Question 36 of 134 Computer

A company policy requires that USB drives cannot be used to transfer files. Which advanced Control Panel feature best helps enforce this rule?

A. File History B. Device Manager C. Windows Defender D. Power Options

Question 37 of 134 Computer

Which shortcut key combination is commonly used to open the Replace dialog box in MS Word (2019 or later)?

A. Ctrl + F B. Ctrl + N C. Ctrl + H D. Ctrl + D

Question 38 of 134 Computer

What impact does selecting 'Custom Size' in the Page Setup dialog have in MS Word?

A. It increases the document margins automatically B. It allows you to define specific width and height for the page C. It updates the default font type used D. It changes the header size to match the page

Question 39 of 134 Computer

When performing Mail Merge in MS Word, which file contains the addresses used to customize each letter sent to a recipient?

A. The format template file B. The data source file C. The merge field file D. The main document file

Question 40 of 134 Computer

You have a list in MS Word where the numbering restarts unexpectedly after copying and pasting. Which feature should you adjust to maintain continuous numbering?

A. Decrease Indent B. Set Numbering Value C. Bullets D. Restart at 1

Question 41 of 134 Computer

An HR manager working in Microsoft Word 2021 needs to replace employee IDs across multiple sections of a document while reviewing each occurrence individually before replacement. Which action is more appropriate than using “Replace All”?

A. Use Find Next with Replace B. Enable Read Mode C. Use AutoCorrect D. Apply Track Formatting

Question 42 of 134 Computer

What is the result of pressing F2 while a cell is selected in Excel?

A. It opens the formula bar B. It copies the cell's content C. It deletes the cell's content D. It enables editing the cell's current contents

Question 43 of 134 Computer

How does the TRIM function affect a text string in Excel?

A. It converts all text to lowercase letters B. It removes extra spaces from the text except for single spaces between words C. It counts the number of characters in the text D. It joins two text strings together

Question 44 of 134 Computer

A company wants to compare best, worst, and most likely sales forecasts in one Excel worksheet. Which approach will most efficiently show these alternatives side-by-side?

A. Use Data Table to compare all forecast values B. Create a separate worksheet for each forecast and compare manually C. Apply Goal Seek for each forecast and note the results D. Create scenarios for each forecast and generate a scenario summary report

Question 45 of 134 Computer

In a shared workbook, multiple team members need to insert and format rows and columns without overwriting each other's changes. What advanced feature should be used to manage these operations collaboratively in Excel?

A. Applying data validation to restrict entry to certain values B. Using Protect Sheet to lock all cells from editing C. Hiding rows or columns not needed by other team members D. Enabling the Track Changes feature while assigning cell range permissions for rows and columns

Question 46 of 134 Computer

Which option best describes the effect of choosing 'Sort Z to A' on a column containing both text and numbers in MS Excel?

A. Text appears before numbers, sorted from Z to A B. Text and numbers are mixed randomly C. Numbers appear before text, sorted from largest to smallest D. Numbers and text are sorted together in ascending order

Question 47 of 134 Computer

In MS PowerPoint 2021, animation tools are used to enhance the movement of objects during a presentation. What is the main purpose of the Motion Path animation effect?

A. Changing slide background design settings B. Adding sound effects to slide elements C. Creating structured tables on slides D. Moving objects along a defined path

Question 48 of 134 Computer

Which statement best describes the function of action buttons in MS PowerPoint presentations?

A. They allow users to link slides, files, or web pages during a slideshow. B. They change the layout of the current slide instantly. C. They format all text in a selected style. D. They automatically add visual effects to slide content.

Question 49 of 134 Computer

If you save a PowerPoint presentation as a PDF, what will happen to its animation effects?

A. Animations will not play in the PDF version B. Animations will play automatically C. Animations will be converted to audio D. Animations will be enhanced in the PDF

Question 50 of 134 Computer

A team needs to ensure that all their slides share the same font and color scheme, but some slides require additional placeholders for graphs or images. What is the best approach to achieve this in MS PowerPoint?

A. Copy formatted content to new slides B. Use only default layouts without changes C. Format each slide individually D. Edit layouts in the Slide Master to add placeholders

Question 51 of 134 Computer

If all slides but one have the same transition effect, what does this suggest about how transitions were set up in the presentation?

A. Transitions were applied individually to each slide B. The slide layout was changed for one slide C. A default template was used for all slides D. The presentation's transitions were probably set up using the "Apply to All" feature

Question 52 of 134 Computer

If a new country joins the internet community, which organization would authorize its top-level domain?

A. IETF B. ISOC C. ICANN D. W3C

Question 53 of 134 Computer

Which protocol is most commonly used for sending emails over the Internet?

A. POP3 B. FTP C. IMAP D. SMTP

Question 54 of 134 Computer

A residential ISP customer wants to keep all digital communication in one place without using third-party providers. Which ISP service meets this need?

A. Email hosting B. Application development C. Graphic design D. Web design

Question 55 of 134 Computer

In the Internet and networking, different protocols define how data is exchanged between systems over the web. Which statement best describes the primary role of HTTPS?

A. It defines rules for displaying web page content in browsers B. It provides a method for transferring files between devices C. It enables safe transmission of data between two endpoints D. It assigns unique numerical addresses to websites on a network

Question 56 of 134 Computer

Which of the following is a valid reason for using domain names instead of IP addresses?

A. Domain names are easier for people to remember and use. B. Domain names speed up Internet connections directly. C. Domain names reduce the bandwidth needed for websites. D. Domain names increase the security of network protocols.

Question 57 of 134 Computer

Which of the following statements best explains the role of an IP address in a computer network?

A. It assigns domain names to websites B. It uniquely identifies a device on a network for communication C. It determines the speed of an internet connection D. It encrypts all data sent over the internet

Question 58 of 134 Computer

A university website stores student results at https://results.university.edu/view/2024?roll=1234#summary. Which part of this URL is responsible for passing the student's roll number to the server?

A. Query string B. Authority C. Fragment D. Path

Question 59 of 134 Computer

A company wants to implement a secure wireless network that allows employees to connect their devices throughout the building, prevents unauthorized access, and ensures data is protected while transmitted over the air. Which combination of wireless network features best achieves these goals?

A. Choosing WEP encryption and sharing passwords openly B. Allowing open access with no password or encryption C. Enabling WPA2 encryption, using strong passwords, and restricting SSID broadcast D. Using only MAC address filtering without encryption

Question 60 of 134 Computer

What is the main purpose of a phishing attack in cyber security?

A. To create new software applications B. To install hardware devices C. To trick individuals into revealing sensitive information D. To improve internet speed

Question 61 of 134 Computer

A user downloads a free game from the internet, but after installation, sensitive files are accessed without permission. What type of threat does this scenario illustrate?

A. Trojan horse B. Worm C. Ransomware D. Virus

Question 62 of 134 Computer

Which activity contributes most to building your active digital footprint?

A. Reading online articles about current events B. Uploading photos to your online profile C. Searching for weather updates on the internet D. Watching videos on a streaming platform

Question 63 of 134 Computer

A university network administrator needs to ensure that only faculty and staff can access sensitive research databases from off-campus. Which firewall feature should be prioritized to achieve this goal?

A. Disabling all incoming connections from external sources B. Configuring firewall-based VPN with strong authentication for remote users C. Using MAC address filtering for all incoming traffic D. Applying NAT to mask internal addresses

Question 64 of 134 Computer

Why is multi-factor authentication considered more secure than single-factor authentication?

A. It guarantees no account can ever be hacked B. It always simplifies the user experience C. It makes passwords unnecessary for all accounts D. It decreases the likelihood of unauthorized access if one factor is compromised

Question 65 of 134 Computer

How many unique digits are used in the decimal number system?

A. Eight unique digits are used. B. Twelve unique digits are used. C. Nine unique digits are used. D. Ten unique digits are used.

Question 66 of 134 Computer

If a computer's hardware could reliably distinguish four voltage levels, which number system might it use internally instead of binary?

A. Decimal number system B. Quaternary number system C. Octal number system D. Binary number system

Question 67 of 134 Computer

When switching from one database to another in a DBMS, which command should be executed?

A. SELECT B. CHOOSE C. HIGHLIGHT D. USE

Question 68 of 134 Computer

If you want to see all databases before choosing one to use in MySQL, which command should you enter?

A. SHOW TABLES; B. SHOW DATABASES; C. USE database_name; D. CREATE DATABASE;

Question 69 of 134 Computer

A safety system activates only when both sensors detect a problem. Which logical operator should combine the two sensor conditions?

A. OR B. AND C. XOR D. NOT

Question 70 of 134 Computer

A table in relational DBMS requires a column to store only two possible values: true or false. Which data type is most suitable?

A. BOOLEAN B. VARCHAR C. INT D. CHAR

Question 71 of 134 Computer

A developer wants to build a web application expecting thousands of users online at once. Which MySQL characteristic best supports this requirement?

A. Incompatibility with networking protocols B. Requirement for manual data entry C. Ability to manage high numbers of concurrent connections D. Inflexibility in query processing

Question 72 of 134 Computer

Which scenario best illustrates the use of a relational division operator in database queries?

A. Finding students enrolled in all offered courses B. Adding a new record to the employee table C. Counting total employees in a project D. Merging two customer tables

Question 73 of 134 Computer

Which software is commonly used as a web server for running PHP scripts?

A. Adobe Premiere Pro B. AutoCAD C. VLC Media Player D. Apache

Question 74 of 134 Computer

A developer creates a function that uses call by reference to process form data. What consequence should be considered before using this approach?

A. The function has no impact on the data B. The data is always restored after function execution C. The original form data may be altered by the function D. Only local variables inside the function can be changed

Question 75 of 134 Computer

Which of the following PHP code snippets will output 'Hello, World!' correctly?

A. echo $Hello, World!; B. echo 'Hello, World!'; C. echo Hello, World!; D. echo&(hello,World!!);

Question 76 of 134 Computer

Which function would you use to check if a string has more than 10 characters in PHP?

A. str_split B. strlen C. strtolower D. str_replace

Question 77 of 134 Computer

Which control structure is best suited for selecting one of several actions based on the value of a single variable in web technologies?

A. Switch statement B. While loop C. If statement D. For loop

Question 78 of 134 Computer

Which PHP expression will correctly check if a variable $x is both an integer and greater than 10?

A. is_int($x) &&$x > 10 B. is_int($x) &&$x < 10 C. is_integer($x) \Vert{}\Vert{}$x > 10 D. $x === int &&$x > 10

Question 79 of 134 Mathematics

A shopkeeper mixed 12 kg of flour at ₹10 per kg with 8 kg at ₹20 per kg. What is the price of the mixed flour per kg?

A. ₹15 B. ₹14 C. ₹11 D. ₹17

Question 80 of 134 Mathematics

Gopal invested ₹1260 at 6% per annum simple interest in a bank. What amount (in ₹) will he get after 4 years?

A. 1562.4 B. 1662.4 C. 1462.4 D. 1762.4

Question 81 of 134 Mathematics

The population of a town after three years will be 1,38,915. If it increases by 5% per year, what is the current population?

A. 1,30,000 B. 1,20,000 C. 1,40,000 D. 1,50,000

Question 82 of 134 Mathematics

The following table shows the number of mobile phones sold by five stores in four different quarters of a year.

A. 1.2 B. 1.25 C. 1.29 D. 1.35

Question 83 of 134 General

Store A: Q1=120, Q2=150, Q3=180, Q4=210

A. B. C. D.

Question 84 of 134 General

Store B: Q1=140, Q2=160, Q3=190, Q4=220

A. B. C. D.

Question 85 of 134 General

Store C: Q1=130, Q2=170, Q3=200, Q4=240

A. B. C. D.

Question 86 of 134 General

Store D: Q1=150, Q2=180, Q3=220, Q4=250

A. B. C. D.

Question 87 of 134 General

Store E: Q1=160, Q2=190, Q3=230, Q4=260

A. B. C. D.

Question 88 of 134 General

The total sales of Store B and Store D together in all four quarters is what percent more than the total sales of Store A in all four quarters? (Rounded off to the nearest integer)

A. B. C. D.

Question 89 of 134 Mathematics

Evaluate: 16 - 5 × 3 + 16

A. 17 B. 16 C. 15 D. 19

Question 90 of 134 Mathematics

Simplify: $18 - [6 - \{4 - (8 - 6 + 3)\}]$

A. 21 B. 23 C. 25 D. 27

Question 91 of 134 Mathematics

If the price of a product is first increased by 20% and then increased by another 5%, what is the net percentage increase in the price?

A. 0.24 B. 0.2 C. 0.26 D. 0.18

Question 92 of 134 Mathematics

During a sale, 40% of the goods are sold at a profit of 48%, 25% of the remaining goods are sold at a profit of 28%, and the rest of the goods are sold at a loss of 12%. If the overall profit is x%, then what is the value of x?

A. 18 B. 18.5 C. 19 D. 19.5

Question 93 of 134 Mathematics

A shopkeeper marked every item 20% above the cost price and allowed 10% discount. Rahul being a regular customer got 5% additional discount on the bill and paid ₹2,482.92 for the item purchased. Find the cost price of the item.

A. ₹2,040 B. ₹2,240 C. ₹2,420 D. ₹2,440

Question 94 of 134 Mathematics

X started a business by investing ₹24,000. Y joined him after 8 months from the start of the business with some investment. If the annual profit was equally divided between X and Y, find the amount (in ₹) invested by Y.

A. 70000 B. 71000 C. 72000 D. 74000

Question 95 of 134 Mathematics

Pipes L and F can fill a cistern in 25 minutes and 50 minutes, respectively. If both pipes are opened simultaneously, then after how much time should pipe F be closed so that the cistern will get filled in just 20 minutes?

A. 10 minutes B. 12 minutes C. 15 minutes D. 8 minutes

Question 96 of 134 Mathematics

A motorboat covers a certain distance downstream in a given time. In the same amount of time, it can only cover 75% of that distance upstream. What is the ratio of the speed of the motorboat in still water to the speed of the stream?

A. 31-Dec-1899 B. 31-Dec-1899 C. 31-Dec-1899 D. 31-Dec-1899

Question 97 of 134 Mathematics

The present age of Sanjima is 24 years more than the age of her daughter Mishti. After two years from now, Sanjima’s age will be twice the age of Mishti. What is the present age (in years) of Sanjima?

A. 42 B. 44 C. 46 D. 48

Question 98 of 134 Mathematics

Find the capacity of a conical flask whose base diameter is 14 cm and height is 33 cm. (Use $\pi = \frac{22}{7}$)

A. 694 cm³ B. 1294 cm³ C. 1600 cm³ D. 1694 cm³

Question 99 of 134 Mathematics

A solid right circular cone of height 54 cm is cut into 2 pieces along a plane parallel to its base at a height of 36 cm from the base. If the difference in the volume of the two pieces is 450 cm³, what is the volume (in cm³) of the original cone?

A. 864 B. 648 C. 684 D. 486

Question 100 of 134 India GK

The 106th Constitution (Amendment) Act, 2023 provides for reservation of which of the following proportions of seats in the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies for women?

A. One-half reservation B. One-fourth reservation C. One-third reservation D. One-fifth reservation

Question 101 of 134 India GK

Which combination formed the basic package of Green Revolution technology in India?

A. HYV seeds – tractors – pesticides B. HYV seeds – irrigation – fertilizers C. Irrigation – labour – pesticides D. HYV seeds – threshers – banks

Question 102 of 134 India GK

Which of the following is the largest river basin in India?

A. Godavari Basin B. Brahmaputra Basin C. Krishna Basin D. Ganga Basin

Question 103 of 134 India GK

Which Harappan site provides evidence of maritime trade through the discovery of a dockyard?

A. Harappa B. Kalibangan C. Lothal D. Rakhigarhi

Question 104 of 134 HP GK

Which of the following departments plays a vital role in conservation of the rich biodiversity heritage of Himachal Pradesh?

A. Tourism Department B. Revenue Department C. Forest Department D. Agriculture Department

Question 105 of 134 HP GK

Which of the following personalities is known as “Pahari Gandhi”?

A. Dr. Y. S. Parmar B. Baba Kanshi Ram C. Padam Dev D. Thakur Hazara Singh

Question 106 of 134 HP GK

Which bird is recognized as the State Bird of Himachal Pradesh?

A. Himalayan Griffon B. Monal C. Western Tragopan D. Cheer Pheasant

Question 107 of 134 HP GK

According to the Himachal Pradesh Economic Survey 2025–26, which sector provides direct employment to the largest share of workers in the state?

A. Agriculture and allied activities B. Manufacturing C. Information Technology D. Mining

Question 108 of 134 Current Affairs

In May 2026, Gurindervir Singh set a new national record in which of the following athletics events?

A. 200 m sprint B. 400 m sprint C. 100 m sprint D. 110 m hurdles

Question 109 of 134 Current Affairs

Which of the following Government initiatives highlighted for its continued expansion in March 2026, is aimed at improving the affordability of medicines by expanding access to generic pharmaceutical products?

A. Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission B. National Health Mission C. Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) D. Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY)

Question 110 of 134 Current Affairs

In January 2026, information placed before Parliament highlighted the PSLV-N1 mission as a significant milestone in India's space programme because it represents:

A. The first PSLV configured for crew-support applications B. The first PSLV configured for autonomous orbital technology missions C. The first PSLV produced through an industry consortium led by HAL and L&T D. The first PSLV carrying a strategic communication payload

Question 111 of 134 Current Affairs

World Health Day 2026, themed "Together for health. Stand with Science" primarily emphasized:

A. Building trust in science through-evidence based public health action B. Reducing financial barriers through improved healthcare access C. Expanding healthcare capacity through trained health personnel D. Strengthening medicine access through efficient supply chains

Question 112 of 134 Science

Which bacterium causes typhoid fever in humans?

A. Plasmodium vivax B. Salmonella typhi C. Vibrio cholerae D. Entamoeba histolytica

Question 113 of 134 Science

Stacks of which structure in a chloroplast are called grana ?

A. Stroma B. Stroma lamellae C. Outer membrane D. Thylakoids

Question 114 of 134 Science

Why do all elements in the same period of the periodic table have the same number of electron shells?

A. They have the same atomic mass B. They belong to the same group C. Their outermost electrons occupy the same principal shell D. They contain the same number of valence electrons

Question 115 of 134 Science

Which physical quantity is defined as the rate of change of velocity with time?

A. Acceleration B. Impulse C. Force D. Momentum

Question 116 of 134 Reasoning

Each of C, D, J, K, L, M and N has exam on a different day of a week starting from Monday and ending on Sunday of the same week. Only three people have exam before J. D has exam on one of the days after C and on one of the days before L. M has exam on one of the days after N but on one of the days before K. N has exam on one of the days after J. How many people have exam between M and D?

A. Four B. Three C. Two D. One

Question 117 of 134 Reasoning

The position(s) of how many letters will remain unchanged if each of the letters in the word JOINTURE is arranged in the English alphabetical order?

A. None B. One C. Two D. Three

Question 118 of 134 Reasoning

In a certain code language, ‘EURO’ is coded as ‘8264’ and ‘UNIT’ is coded as ‘3587’. What is the code for ‘U’ in the given code language?

A. 8 B. 2 C. 3 D. 7

Question 119 of 134 Reasoning

Based on the English alphabetical order, three of the following four are alike in a certain way and thus form a group. Which is the one that does not belong to that group? (Note: The odd man out is not based on the number of consonants/vowels or their position in the letter cluster)

A. WUX B. XUY C. AXB D. ROS

Question 120 of 134 HP GK

The alpine meadows of Himachal Pradesh are locally known as:

A. Bugyals B. Doons C. Khadins D. Bhabar

Question 121 of 134 HP GK

What is an important incentive mentioned for increasing tourist traffic in Himachal Pradesh?

A. Higher prices for luxury services increase tourist traffic B. Restrictions on travel days increase tourist traffic C. Discounts in rail, road and air fares increase tourist traffic D. Reduced transport facilities increase tourist traffic

Question 122 of 134 HP GK

Which official leads the administrative divisions in Himachal Pradesh?

A. Deputy Commissioner B. Sub-Divisional Magistrate C. Secretary D. Divisional Commissioner

Question 123 of 134 HP GK

Under Himachal Pradesh’s industrial policy, micro enterprises receive a 5% interest subsidy on working capital loans for three years. If a unit borrows ₹8 lakhs at 11% interest, what effective rate applies after subsidy?

A. 8% per annum B. 16% per annum C. 5% per annum D. 6% per annum

Question 124 of 134 English

Select the most suitable option to fill in the blank in the given sentence: "This isn't your pen; it's ___________."

A. her B. herself C. hers D. him

Question 125 of 134 English

Select the option from the given alternatives that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given phrase: "A person speaking many languages"

A. Orator B. Narrator C. Polyglot D. Playwright

Question 126 of 134 English

Parts of a sentence are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the parts in the correct order to form a meaningful sentence: "must / below/ not /of /age/ the/ years/ eighteen/ children/ drive/ the/"

A. The children of years eighteen must drive the not age below. B. Below the eighteen years children of the age must not drive. C. The children below the age of eighteen years must not drive. D. Not drive the children below the age of eighteen years must.

Question 127 of 134 English

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in the simple future form: "The flowers are dying without care."

A. The flowers will be dying without care. B. The flowers will die without care. C. The flowers might die without care. D. The flowers would die without care.

Question 128 of 134 English

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word: "Vigilant"

A. Watchful B. Alert C. Careless D. Attentive

Question 129 of 134 English

Select the most appropriate proverb to substitute the highlighted segment in the given sentence: "On social media, everyone seems happy and fulfilled, but we know that appearances can be misleading."

A. beauty is only skin deep B. the grass is greener on the other side C. all that glitters is not gold D. every dog has its day

Question 130 of 134 Hindi

'जो अचानक हो' वाक्यांश के लिए प्रयुक्त होने वाला शब्द कौन-सा है?

A. आकस्मिक B. अनिवार्य C. तात्कालिक D. अन्यान्य

Question 131 of 134 Hindi

दिए गए विकल्पों में से कारक-चिह्न के प्रयोग की दृष्टि से शुद्ध वाक्य चुनें -

A. बादशाह ने संगमरमर से ताजमहल बनवाया। B. बादशाह का संगमरमर ने ताजमहल बनवाया। C. बादशाह ने संगमरमर के लिए ताजमहल बनवाया। D. बादशाह से संगमरमर को ताजमहल बनवाया।

Question 132 of 134 Hindi

दिए गए विकल्पों में से वचन की दृष्टि से बेमेल वाक्य चुनिए।

A. भीड़ सड़क पर एकत्र हो गई। B. सोना बहुत महँगा हो गया है। C. वर्षा होने लगी हैं। D. दूध उबल गया।

Question 133 of 134 Hindi

निम्नलिखित वाक्य के रेखांकित अंश से किस लोकोक्ति की अभिव्यक्ति हो रही है? "परीक्षा की तैयारी कर रहा था कि अचानक बुखार आ गया, अचानक ये विपत्ति कहाँ से आ गई?"

A. इधर कुआँ उधर खाई B. आ बैल मुझे मार C. इधर न उधर, यह बला किधर D. खोदा पहाड़ निकली चुहिया

Question 134 of 134 Hindi

निम्नलिखित वाक्य में रेखांकित शब्द का विलोम है- 'हमें दूषित भोजन खाने से बचना चाहिए।'

A. दानव B. दूर C. दूरदर्शी D. स्वच्छ

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