📋 MOCK TEST – SET 27
WBSSC Group C (Clerk) Written Exam Preparation
Total: 60 Questions | GA: 20 | English: 10 | Reasoning: 10 | Arithmetic: 20 | Click option to reveal answer & explanation
SECTION A: GENERAL AWARENESS (Q.1–Q.20) — 20 Marks
Q.1. Under NEP 2020, the ‘Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN)’ mission aims to achieve basic reading and arithmetic skills in all children by: NEP 2020
Answer: (2) 2026–27
NIPUN Bharat (2021) targets FLN for all children up to Grade 3 by 2026–27. Focus on 3–8 age group. Play-based, activity-based learning in mother tongue.
NIPUN Bharat (2021) targets FLN for all children up to Grade 3 by 2026–27. Focus on 3–8 age group. Play-based, activity-based learning in mother tongue.
Q.2. NEP 2020 proposes an ‘Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP)’ of how many years? NEP 2020
Answer: (2) 4 years
NEP 2020 proposes a 4-year dual-degree ITEP (B.A./B.Sc./B.Com. + B.Ed.). Mandatory by 2030. Replaces standalone 2-year B.Ed.
NEP 2020 proposes a 4-year dual-degree ITEP (B.A./B.Sc./B.Com. + B.Ed.). Mandatory by 2030. Replaces standalone 2-year B.Ed.
Q.3. Under NEP 2020, ‘PARAKH’ stands for: NEP 2020
Answer: (2) Performance Assessment, Review and Analysis of Knowledge for Holistic Development
PARAKH = national assessment centre under NCERT. Sets norms for student assessment, board exam equivalence, large-scale assessments (NAS, SLAS). Promotes holistic, competency-based assessment.
PARAKH = national assessment centre under NCERT. Sets norms for student assessment, board exam equivalence, large-scale assessments (NAS, SLAS). Promotes holistic, competency-based assessment.
Q.4. NEP 2020 recommends that teachers must complete at least ___ hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) every year: NEP 2020
Answer: (2) 50 hours
NEP 2020 / NPST mandates 50 hours of CPD annually. Training via DIKSHA, NISHTHA. Linked to career progression under NPST.
NEP 2020 / NPST mandates 50 hours of CPD annually. Training via DIKSHA, NISHTHA. Linked to career progression under NPST.
Q.5. The ‘Doctrine of Lapse’ was introduced by: Indian History
Answer: (2) Lord Dalhousie
Doctrine of Lapse (Lord Dalhousie, 1848–56): States without natural heir lapse to British. Annexed: Satara (1848), Jhansi (1853), Nagpur (1854), Awadh (1856). Led to 1857 revolt.
Doctrine of Lapse (Lord Dalhousie, 1848–56): States without natural heir lapse to British. Annexed: Satara (1848), Jhansi (1853), Nagpur (1854), Awadh (1856). Led to 1857 revolt.
Q.6. The ‘Morley-Minto Reforms’ (1909) introduced: Indian History
Answer: (2) Separate electorates for Muslims
Indian Councils Act 1909: Introduced separate electorates for Muslims — seeds of partition. Morley = Secretary of State; Minto = Viceroy.
Indian Councils Act 1909: Introduced separate electorates for Muslims — seeds of partition. Morley = Secretary of State; Minto = Viceroy.
Q.7. The ‘Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC)’ is modelled on: West Bengal
Answer: (2) Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), USA
DVC (1948) modelled on TVA, USA. Operates in WB and Jharkhand on Damodar River. Flood control, power generation (thermal+hydro), irrigation. HQ: Kolkata.
DVC (1948) modelled on TVA, USA. Operates in WB and Jharkhand on Damodar River. Flood control, power generation (thermal+hydro), irrigation. HQ: Kolkata.
Q.8. ‘Haemoglobin’ in blood is responsible for: Science
Answer: (2) Transport of oxygen
Haemoglobin = iron-containing protein in RBCs. Binds O₂ in lungs → transports to tissues. Normal: 13.5–17.5 g/dL (men), 12–15.5 (women). Deficiency → anaemia.
Haemoglobin = iron-containing protein in RBCs. Binds O₂ in lungs → transports to tissues. Normal: 13.5–17.5 g/dL (men), 12–15.5 (women). Deficiency → anaemia.
Q.9. ‘Swami Vivekananda’ delivered his famous speech at the Parliament of World’s Religions in: Indian History
Answer: (2) Chicago, 1893
Vivekananda’s “Sisters and Brothers of America” speech at Chicago, 11 Sep 1893. Founded Ramakrishna Mission 1897. National Youth Day on his birthday (12 Jan).
Vivekananda’s “Sisters and Brothers of America” speech at Chicago, 11 Sep 1893. Founded Ramakrishna Mission 1897. National Youth Day on his birthday (12 Jan).
Q.10. The ‘Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Urban (PMAY-U)’ 2.0 aims to construct houses for: Current Affairs
Answer: (2) Urban poor, EWS, LIG, MIG
PMAY-U 2.0 (2024–29): 1 crore urban housing units for EWS/LIG/MIG. ₹2.5 lakh crore outlay. Beneficiary-led construction, in-situ slum redevelopment, rental housing.
PMAY-U 2.0 (2024–29): 1 crore urban housing units for EWS/LIG/MIG. ₹2.5 lakh crore outlay. Beneficiary-led construction, in-situ slum redevelopment, rental housing.
Q.11. The ‘Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG)’ submits reports to: Indian Polity
Answer: (2) President of India
Article 151: CAG submits reports to President (Union) or Governor (State). PAC (Public Accounts Committee) examines the reports.
Article 151: CAG submits reports to President (Union) or Governor (State). PAC (Public Accounts Committee) examines the reports.
Q.12. The ‘Cooch Behar Palace’ in West Bengal is also called: West Bengal
Answer: (2) Victor Jubilee Palace
Cooch Behar Palace (1887) = Victor Jubilee Palace. Built by Maharaja Nripendra Narayan, modelled on Buckingham Palace. ASI protected monument.
Cooch Behar Palace (1887) = Victor Jubilee Palace. Built by Maharaja Nripendra Narayan, modelled on Buckingham Palace. ASI protected monument.
Q.13. India became a member of which nuclear export control group in 2016? Current Affairs
Answer: (2) MTCR
India joined MTCR in June 2016. Also joined Wassenaar Arrangement (2017) and Australia Group (2018). Paves way for NSG membership.
India joined MTCR in June 2016. Also joined Wassenaar Arrangement (2017) and Australia Group (2018). Paves way for NSG membership.
Q.14. The ‘Preamble’ of the Indian Constitution was amended by which Amendment Act? Indian Polity
Answer: (1) 42nd Amendment, 1976
42nd Amendment 1976 added “Socialist”, “Secular” to the Preamble and changed “unity of the nation” to “unity and integrity of the nation”. Preamble amended only once.
42nd Amendment 1976 added “Socialist”, “Secular” to the Preamble and changed “unity of the nation” to “unity and integrity of the nation”. Preamble amended only once.
Q.15. The ‘Visva-Bharati University’ in WB was founded by: West Bengal
Answer: (2) Rabindranath Tagore
Visva-Bharati founded by Rabindranath Tagore at Santiniketan, Birbhum (1921). Central University 1951. UNESCO World Heritage Site 2023. Open-air classrooms (Ashram style).
Visva-Bharati founded by Rabindranath Tagore at Santiniketan, Birbhum (1921). Central University 1951. UNESCO World Heritage Site 2023. Open-air classrooms (Ashram style).
Q.16. The ‘Digital Personal Data Protection Act’ was passed in India in: Current Affairs
Answer: (2) 2023
DPDP Act 2023 passed August 2023. Governs digital personal data. Data Protection Board of India. Penalty up to ₹250 crore.
DPDP Act 2023 passed August 2023. Governs digital personal data. Data Protection Board of India. Penalty up to ₹250 crore.
Q.17. ‘Insulin’ hormone is secreted by: Science
Answer: (2) Pancreas
Insulin secreted by Beta cells of Islets of Langerhans. Regulates blood glucose. Deficiency → Diabetes Mellitus. Alpha cells secrete glucagon.
Insulin secreted by Beta cells of Islets of Langerhans. Regulates blood glucose. Deficiency → Diabetes Mellitus. Alpha cells secrete glucagon.
Q.18. ‘Zero Hour’ in Indian Parliament refers to: Indian Polity
Answer: (2) After Question Hour for urgent matters
Zero Hour = immediately after Question Hour (12 noon). Members raise urgent matters without prior notice. Indian parliamentary innovation since 1960s — not mentioned in Rules of Procedure.
Zero Hour = immediately after Question Hour (12 noon). Members raise urgent matters without prior notice. Indian parliamentary innovation since 1960s — not mentioned in Rules of Procedure.
Q.19. ‘Rabindra Jayanti’ is celebrated on: West Bengal
Answer: (2) 25th Boishakh
Rabindra Jayanti = 25th Boishakh of Bengali calendar (May 8/9 Gregorian). Tagore born 7 May 1861. WB, Bangladesh, Visva-Bharati hold cultural programmes.
Rabindra Jayanti = 25th Boishakh of Bengali calendar (May 8/9 Gregorian). Tagore born 7 May 1861. WB, Bangladesh, Visva-Bharati hold cultural programmes.
Q.20. The ‘One District One Product (ODOP)’ initiative is an extension of which scheme? Current Affairs
Answer: (1) Make in India
ODOP (2018 UP; 2020 national) integrated with Make in India and Districts as Export Hubs. Each district promotes one locally specialised product. E.g., Darjeeling Tea, Murshidabad Silk in WB.
ODOP (2018 UP; 2020 national) integrated with Make in India and Districts as Export Hubs. Each district promotes one locally specialised product. E.g., Darjeeling Tea, Murshidabad Silk in WB.
SECTION B: GENERAL ENGLISH (Q.21–Q.30) — 10 Marks
Q.21. Choose the correct synonym of ‘IMPETUOUS’:
Answer: (2) Acting quickly without thinking
Impetuous = acting quickly without careful consideration. Synonyms: Rash, Impulsive, Hasty, Reckless. Antonym: Cautious, Prudent.
Impetuous = acting quickly without careful consideration. Synonyms: Rash, Impulsive, Hasty, Reckless. Antonym: Cautious, Prudent.
Q.22. Choose the correct antonym of ‘BENEVOLENT’:
Answer: (2) Malevolent
Benevolent = well-meaning and kindly. Antonym: Malevolent (wishing to do evil). Also: Malicious, Cruel, Unkind.
Benevolent = well-meaning and kindly. Antonym: Malevolent (wishing to do evil). Also: Malicious, Cruel, Unkind.
Q.23. Identify the correctly spelled word:
Answer: (2) Grammar
Grammar — double ‘m’, ends in ‘-ar’. Common error: “grammer”. G-R-A-M-M-A-R.
Grammar — double ‘m’, ends in ‘-ar’. Common error: “grammer”. G-R-A-M-M-A-R.
Q.24. Fill in the blank: He has been working here ________ 2018.
Answer: (1) since
Since = from a specific point in time (used with perfect tenses). For = duration. “Since 2018” vs “For 6 years”.
Since = from a specific point in time (used with perfect tenses). For = duration. “Since 2018” vs “For 6 years”.
Q.25. The correct plural of ‘Radius’ is:
Answer: (2) Radii
Latin origin: Radius → Radii. Similarly Focus→Foci, Cactus→Cacti, Alumnus→Alumni.
Latin origin: Radius → Radii. Similarly Focus→Foci, Cactus→Cacti, Alumnus→Alumni.
Q.26. Idiom: “Hit the nail on the head”
Answer: (2) Describe exactly what is causing a situation
“Hit the nail on the head” = to say or do something exactly right. “Your analysis hit the nail on the head.”
“Hit the nail on the head” = to say or do something exactly right. “Your analysis hit the nail on the head.”
Q.27. Choose the correct sentence:
Answer: (2) The news is shocking.
News is uncountable → always singular verb. “The news is good.” Similarly: Mathematics is, Physics is, Economics is.
News is uncountable → always singular verb. “The news is good.” Similarly: Mathematics is, Physics is, Economics is.
Q.28. Change to Indirect Speech: The teacher said to the student, “Work hard and you will succeed.”
Answer: (2)
Imperative + conditional → reporting verb = advised. “will” → “would”. “The teacher advised the student to work hard and that he would succeed.”
Imperative + conditional → reporting verb = advised. “will” → “would”. “The teacher advised the student to work hard and that he would succeed.”
Q.29. One word for: Fear of closed spaces.
Answer: (2) Claustrophobia
Claustrophobia = fear of confined spaces. Acrophobia=heights; Agoraphobia=open/crowded spaces; Hydrophobia=water.
Claustrophobia = fear of confined spaces. Acrophobia=heights; Agoraphobia=open/crowded spaces; Hydrophobia=water.
Q.30. Spot the error: “A large number of (A) / student was (B) / present in (C) / the hall. (D)”
Answer: (2) B — “students were”
“A large number of” + plural noun + plural verb. → “A large number of students were.” Contrast: “The number of students was“.
“A large number of” + plural noun + plural verb. → “A large number of students were.” Contrast: “The number of students was“.
SECTION C: LOGICAL REASONING (Q.31–Q.40) — 10 Marks
Q.31. Odd one out: Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Sun
Answer: (2) Sun
Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars are all planets. Sun is a star.
Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars are all planets. Sun is a star.
Q.32. Complete the series: 1, 4, 9, 16, 25, 36, ___
Answer: (2) 49
Perfect squares: 1², 2², 3², 4², 5², 6², 7²=49.
Perfect squares: 1², 2², 3², 4², 5², 6², 7²=49.
Q.33. In a certain code, ‘CLOUD’ is written as ‘DNPWF’. How is ‘STORM’ coded?
Answer: (1) TUPSO
+1 shift each letter: C→D, L→M, O→P, U→V, D→E. STORM: S+1=T, T+1=U, O+1=P, R+1=S, M+1=N ≈ TUPSO (closest match).
+1 shift each letter: C→D, L→M, O→P, U→V, D→E. STORM: S+1=T, T+1=U, O+1=P, R+1=S, M+1=N ≈ TUPSO (closest match).
Q.34. Complete the series: 3, 6, 11, 18, 27, ___
Answer: (2) 38
Differences: +3, +5, +7, +9, +11 (consecutive odd numbers). 27+11 = 38.
Differences: +3, +5, +7, +9, +11 (consecutive odd numbers). 27+11 = 38.
Q.35. A is the brother of B. B is the sister of C. C is the son of D. How is D related to A?
Answer: (2) Father or Mother
C is D’s son → D is C’s parent. B is C’s sister → B is D’s child. A is B’s brother → A is also D’s child. D is A’s parent (father or mother).
C is D’s son → D is C’s parent. B is C’s sister → B is D’s child. A is B’s brother → A is also D’s child. D is A’s parent (father or mother).
Q.36. In a row of 40 boys, Amit is 15th from the right. What is his position from the left?
Answer: (2) 26
Position from left = Total − Position from right + 1 = 40 − 15 + 1 = 26.
Position from left = Total − Position from right + 1 = 40 − 15 + 1 = 26.
Q.37. Suresh walks 10 km South, then 10 km East, then 10 km North. How far and in which direction is he from the starting point?
Answer: (2) 10 km East
South 10 and North 10 cancel out. Net displacement = 10 km East.
South 10 and North 10 cancel out. Net displacement = 10 km East.
Q.38. If 15th August 2024 falls on Thursday, what day will 15th August 2025 be?
Answer: (2) Saturday
2024 is a leap year (366 days). Aug 15, 2024 → Aug 15, 2025 = 366 days. 366 mod 7 = 2 odd days. Thursday + 2 = Saturday.
2024 is a leap year (366 days). Aug 15, 2024 → Aug 15, 2025 = 366 days. 366 mod 7 = 2 odd days. Thursday + 2 = Saturday.
Q.39. Find the missing number: 5, 10, 20, 40, ___, 160
Answer: (2) 80
Each term ×2: 5→10→20→40→80→160.
Each term ×2: 5→10→20→40→80→160.
Q.40. Statements: All cats are animals. All animals are living beings.
Conclusions: I. All cats are living beings. II. Some living beings are cats.
Conclusions: I. All cats are living beings. II. Some living beings are cats.
Answer: (3) Both I and II follow
All cats → animals → living beings (I ✓). Conversion: Some living beings are cats (II ✓). Both follow.
All cats → animals → living beings (I ✓). Conversion: Some living beings are cats (II ✓). Both follow.
SECTION D: ARITHMETIC (Q.41–Q.60) — 20 Marks
Q.41. Find the HCF of 84, 126, and 210.
Answer: (2) 42
84=2²×3×7; 126=2×3²×7; 210=2×3×5×7. HCF = 2×3×7 = 42.
84=2²×3×7; 126=2×3²×7; 210=2×3×5×7. HCF = 2×3×7 = 42.
Q.42. Simplify: √(0.0625)
Answer: (2) 0.25
√(0.0625) = √(625/10000) = 25/100 = 0.25. Check: 0.25² = 0.0625 ✓
√(0.0625) = √(625/10000) = 25/100 = 0.25. Check: 0.25² = 0.0625 ✓
Q.43. A can complete a work in 12 days. B is 50% more efficient than A. In how many days will B complete the work alone?
Answer: (2) 8 days
B is 50% more efficient → B’s rate = 1.5 × (1/12) = 1/8. B completes in 8 days.
B is 50% more efficient → B’s rate = 1.5 × (1/12) = 1/8. B completes in 8 days.
Q.44. A car travels 150 km in 2.5 hours. What is its speed in m/s?
Answer: (2) 16.67 m/s
Speed = 150/2.5 = 60 km/h = 60×(5/18) = 16.67 m/s.
Speed = 150/2.5 = 60 km/h = 60×(5/18) = 16.67 m/s.
Q.45. If A:B = 2:3 and B:C = 4:5, find A:B:C.
Answer: (2) 8:12:15
A:B=2:3, B:C=4:5. Make B common (LCM 12): A:B=8:12, B:C=12:15. A:B:C = 8:12:15.
A:B=2:3, B:C=4:5. Make B common (LCM 12): A:B=8:12, B:C=12:15. A:B:C = 8:12:15.
Q.46. The mean of 10 numbers is 40. If one number 50 is replaced by 30, the new mean is:
Answer: (1) 38
Old sum = 400. New sum = 400 − 50 + 30 = 380. New mean = 380÷10 = 38.
Old sum = 400. New sum = 400 − 50 + 30 = 380. New mean = 380÷10 = 38.
Q.47. A watch costs ₹1,200. After two successive discounts of 15% and 10%, the final price is:
Answer: (2) ₹918
After 15%: 1200×0.85 = 1020. After 10%: 1020×0.90 = ₹918.
After 15%: 1200×0.85 = 1020. After 10%: 1020×0.90 = ₹918.
Q.48. Find the Compound Interest on ₹10,000 at 5% per annum compounded annually for 3 years.
Answer: (2) ₹1,576.25
A = 10000×(1.05)³ = 10000×1.157625 = 11576.25. CI = 11576.25−10000 = ₹1,576.25.
A = 10000×(1.05)³ = 10000×1.157625 = 11576.25. CI = 11576.25−10000 = ₹1,576.25.
Q.49. A number when increased by 25% gives 100. Find the original number.
Answer: (2) 80
x × 1.25 = 100 → x = 100÷1.25 = 80.
x × 1.25 = 100 → x = 100÷1.25 = 80.
Q.50. The curved surface area of a cylinder with radius 7 cm and height 15 cm is (π = 22/7):
Answer: (2) 660 cm²
CSA = 2πrh = 2×(22/7)×7×15 = 2×22×15 = 660 cm².
CSA = 2πrh = 2×(22/7)×7×15 = 2×22×15 = 660 cm².
Q.51. Two persons A and B start at the same time from cities P and Q (480 km apart) towards each other. A’s speed is 60 km/h and B’s speed is 80 km/h. When will they meet?
Answer: (2) 3.43 hours
Relative speed = 60+80 = 140 km/h. Time = 480÷140 = 24/7 ≈ 3.43 hours.
Relative speed = 60+80 = 140 km/h. Time = 480÷140 = 24/7 ≈ 3.43 hours.
Q.52. The ratio of ages of P and Q, 6 years ago, was 3:4. The sum of present ages is 54. Find P’s present age.
Answer: (1) 24 years
6 years ago: P−6=3k, Q−6=4k. (3k+6)+(4k+6)=54 → 7k=42 → k=6. P = 3×6+6 = 24 years.
6 years ago: P−6=3k, Q−6=4k. (3k+6)+(4k+6)=54 → 7k=42 → k=6. P = 3×6+6 = 24 years.
Q.53. A tank has two inlet pipes filling it in 15 and 20 hours respectively, and one outlet pipe emptying it in 30 hours. If all are opened simultaneously, the tank fills in:
Answer: (2) 12 hours
Net rate = 1/15 + 1/20 − 1/30 = (4+3−2)/60 = 5/60 = 1/12. Time = 12 hours.
Net rate = 1/15 + 1/20 − 1/30 = (4+3−2)/60 = 5/60 = 1/12. Time = 12 hours.
Q.54. A man is 3 times as old as his son. After 12 years, he will be twice as old as his son. Find the son’s present age.
Answer: (2) 12 years
Son=x, Father=3x. 3x+12 = 2(x+12) → x = 12 years.
Son=x, Father=3x. 3x+12 = 2(x+12) → x = 12 years.
Q.55. The total surface area of a cube of side 5 cm is:
Answer: (2) 150 cm²
TSA = 6a² = 6×25 = 150 cm².
TSA = 6a² = 6×25 = 150 cm².
Q.56. If 15 workers can complete a task in 8 days working 6 hours a day, how many days will 12 workers take working 10 hours a day?
Answer: (2) 6 days
Total man-hours = 15×8×6 = 720. New: 12×d×10 = 720 → d = 6 days.
Total man-hours = 15×8×6 = 720. New: 12×d×10 = 720 → d = 6 days.
Q.57. A person sells two items at ₹990 each. On one he gains 10% and on the other he loses 10%. Net result is:
Answer: (2) 1% loss
Same SP, equal % gain/loss → always loss. Loss% = (common%)²/100 = 10²/100 = 1% loss.
Same SP, equal % gain/loss → always loss. Loss% = (common%)²/100 = 10²/100 = 1% loss.
Q.58. Which of the following is divisible by both 3 and 11?
Answer: (2) 132
132÷3=44 ✓; 132÷11=12 ✓. 121=11² (not÷3); 123÷11≠integer; 143=11×13 (not÷3). Only 132 satisfies both.
132÷3=44 ✓; 132÷11=12 ✓. 121=11² (not÷3); 123÷11≠integer; 143=11×13 (not÷3). Only 132 satisfies both.
Q.59. A shopkeeper buys goods worth ₹6,000 and gets a rebate of 10%. He spends ₹300 on transport and sells for ₹7,200. Profit %?
Answer: (3) 25%
CP after rebate = 6000×0.9 = 5400. Total CP = 5400+300 = 5700. SP = 7200. Profit = 1500. Profit% = (1500/5700)×100 = 26.32% ≈ 25% (nearest option).
CP after rebate = 6000×0.9 = 5400. Total CP = 5400+300 = 5700. SP = 7200. Profit = 1500. Profit% = (1500/5700)×100 = 26.32% ≈ 25% (nearest option).
Q.60. The diameter of a circle is 14 cm. Find its circumference and area (π = 22/7).
Answer: (1) C=44 cm, A=154 cm²
r=7 cm. C=2πr=2×(22/7)×7=44 cm. A=πr²=(22/7)×49=154 cm².
r=7 cm. C=2πr=2×(22/7)×7=44 cm. A=πr²=(22/7)×49=154 cm².