Question : Which one of the following is the greatest circle ?

Option 1: Arctic circle

Option 2: Equator

Option 3: Tropic of cancer

Option 4: Tropic of capricorn

Question : Which of the following festivals is organised by the Government of Karnataka, usually in January, to celebrate the grandeur of temples at a UNESCO heritage site?

Option 1: Kambala Festival

Option 2: Pattadakal Dance Festival

Option 3: Karaga Festival

Option 4: Hoysala Festival

Question : The radius of two circles is 3 cm and 4 cm. The distance between the centres of the circles is 10 cm. What is the ratio of the length of the direct common tangent to the length of the transverse common tangent?

Option 1: $\sqrt{51}:\sqrt{68}$

Option 2: $\sqrt{33}:\sqrt{17}$

Option 3: $\sqrt{66}:\sqrt{51}$

Option 4: $\sqrt{28}:\sqrt{17}$

Question : A shopkeeper marks up his wares by 60% and offers a 10% discount. What will be the selling price (in Rs.) if the cost price is Rs. 7500?

Option 1: 11800

Option 2: 12800

Option 3: 13800

Option 4: 10800

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 civil service is an integral part of the government and plays a crucial role in implementing policies and programmes that benefit the public. The (1)_____ of civil services is to ensure that the government is able to provide services to citizens in a timely and effective manner. Civil servants are responsible for a wide range of tasks, including (2)_______ the implementation of policies and programmes, managing budgets, and providing advice to government officials. In order to perform their duties effectively, civil servants must have a deep understanding of government processes, as well as strong (3)______ and analytical skills. They must also be able to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, including government officials, citizens, and other organisations. To become a civil servant, individuals typically need to pass a rigorous exam and undergo extensive training. Once they are appointed, civil servants are expected to abide by a code of conduct that emphasises impartiality, integrity, and (4)________ in carrying out their duties. Despite the challenges and demands of civil service work, it can be a highly rewarding career path, providing opportunities to make a positive impact on society and improve the lives of citizens. Whether working in a local, state, or federal government agency, civil servants play a vital role in (5)_________ democratic values and promoting the public good.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no. 3.

Option 1: technical

Option 2: problem-solving

Option 3: interpersonal

Option 4: accounting

Question : Directions: In the following question, select the related number from the given alternatives.
12.5 : 6.25 :: 7 : ?

Option 1: 3.5

Option 2: 3.25

Option 3: 6.5

Option 4: 12

Question : During the first year, the strength of a school increased by 12%, in the second year it decreased by 12%, and in the third year it increased by 10%. At the end of the third year, its strength was nearly 10842. What was the strength at the beginning of the first year?

Option 1: 8000

Option 2: 10000

Option 3: 6500

Option 4: 12000

Question : Which of the following is added to the national income to obtain the personal income of the households?

Option 1: Net interest payments

Option 2: Transfer payments from the government and firms

Option 3: Undistributed profits

Option 4: Corporate tax

Question : A man travels 450 km to his home, partly by train and partly by car. It takes 8 hours and 40 minutes if he travels 240 km by train and rests by car. It takes 20 minutes more if he travels 180 km by train and the rest by car. The speed of the car in km/h is:

Option 1: 45

Option 2: 50

Option 3: 60

Option 4: 48

Question : Select the most appropriate option to improve the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to improve it, select 'No improvement'.

You will participate in the marathon, won't you?

Option 1: didn't you

Option 2: isn't it

Option 3: will you

Option 4: No improvement