Q1. Which ancient Ahom king excavated the historic Joysagar Tank in memory of his mother?

1. Gadadhar Singha
2. Siva Singha
3. Pramatta Singha
4. Rudra Singha

Q2. The famous Khajuraho group of monuments in Madhya Pradesh was built by the rulers of which dynasty?

1. Gupta Dynasty
2. Chandela Dynasty
3. Chola Dynasty
4. Pallava Dynasty

Q3. Which district of Assam is the popular hill station of Umrangso located in?

1. Karbi Anglong
2. West Karbi Anglong
3. Dima Hasao
4. Cachar

Q4. The historic Stilwell Road, built during World War II, connects Assam to which country via Myanmar?

1. China
2. Bangladesh
3. Thailand
4. Bhutan

Q5. The proposed Dhubri-Phulbari bridge over the Brahmaputra River connects Assam with which neighboring state?

1. Meghalaya
2. West Bengal
3. Tripura
4. Mizoram

Q6. Which district of Assam was created by carving out areas from the Goalpara district in 1989?

1. Kokrajhar
2. Dhubri
3. Bongaigaon
4. Barpeta

Q7. The Beki River, which flows through the Manas National Park, is a right-bank tributary of which major river?

1. Barak River
2. Brahmaputra River
3. Teesta River
4. Kopili River

Q8. Who designed the officially recognized symbol of the Indian Rupee (₹)?

1. Pingali Venkayya
2. Udaya Kumar Dharmalingam
3. R.K. Laxman
4. S.N. Chandrashekhar

Q9. The historic town of Sadiya was the capital of which ancient kingdom in Assam?

1. Kachari Kingdom
2. Koch Kingdom
3. Ahom Kingdom
4. Chutia Kingdom

Q10. Which Mughal emperor commissioned the construction of the magnificent Jama Masjid in Delhi?

1. Akbar
2. Aurangzeb
3. Shah Jahan
4. Jahangir

Q11. The picturesque Kakochang Waterfall is situated in which district of Assam?

1. Karbi Anglong
2. Sonitpur
3. Golaghat
4. Jorhat

Q12. Which National Highway connects the town of Baihata Chariali in Assam to the Indo-Bhutan border at Darranga?

1. NH 15
2. NH 127D
3. NH 27
4. NH 37

Q13. Which major bridge over the Brahmaputra River connects the city of Tezpur to Kaliabor?

1. Naranarayan Setu
2. Saraighat Bridge
3. Bhupen Hazarika Setu
4. Kolia Bhomora Setu

Q14. According to the 2011 Census, which is the most densely populated district in Assam?

1. Dhubri
2. Nagaon
3. Kamrup Metropolitan
4. Barpeta

Q15. The Dikhow River, an important tributary of the Brahmaputra, originates in the hills of which neighboring state?

1. Nagaland
2. Arunachal Pradesh
3. Meghalaya
4. Manipur

Q16. The original Lion Capital of Ashoka, which was adopted as the National Emblem of India, is located in which state?

1. Bihar
2. Uttar Pradesh
3. Madhya Pradesh
4. Gujarat

Q17. The first capital of the Kachari kingdom was established at which place?

1. Maibang
2. Dimapur
3. Khaspur
4. Sadiya

Q18. Who wrote the famous patriotic song "Sare Jahan Se Achha"?

1. Rabindranath Tagore
2. Bankim Chandra Chatterjee
3. Muhammad Iqbal
4. Syed Amanuddin

Q19. The tropical rainforest of Assam covering parts of Dibrugarh and Tinsukia districts is commonly known by what name?

1. Nameri
2. Orang
3. Dehing Patkai
4. Kaziranga

Q20. What is the National Microbe of India, commonly found in curd?

1. Saccharomyces cerevisiae
2. Streptococcus thermophilus
3. Bacillus subtilis
4. Lactobacillus delbrueckii

Q21. What was India's rank in the Corruption Perceptions Index 2024 released by Transparency International?

1. 85th
2. 93rd
3. 101st
4. 78th

Q22. Which Indian state launched the 'Gruha Jyoti' scheme in 2024 to provide free electricity up to 200 units to households?

1. Telangana
2. Karnataka
3. Tamil Nadu
4. Kerala

Q23. Who was honored with the Sahitya Akademi Award 2024 in the English language category for the novel 'Requiem in Raga Janki'?

1. Amitav Ghosh
2. Neelum Saran Gour
3. Arundhati Roy
4. Shashi Tharoor

Q24. The 'PM Vidyalaxmi' scheme launched by the central government is designed to provide what specific benefit?

1. Free laptops for girl students
2. Scholarships for medical students
3. Collateral-free education loans for higher studies
4. Free coaching for competitive exams

Q25. Who is the current Chairperson of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) as of 2025/2026?

1. Manoj Soni
2. Suman Sharma
3. Rajeev Kumar
4. Preeti Sudan

Q26. Which city in Odisha hosted the 2025 Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) convention?

1. Indore
2. Bhubaneswar
3. Varanasi
4. Surat

Q27. Which Australian cricketer won the Orange Cap for scoring the most runs in the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2024?

1. Meg Lanning
2. Smriti Mandhana
3. Ellyse Perry
4. Shafali Verma

Q28. Who won the prestigious Laureus World Sportsman of the Year award in 2024?

1. Lionel Messi
2. Max Verstappen
3. Carlos Alcaraz
4. Novak Djokovic

Q29. Under the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, what is the total annual financial assistance provided to eligible farmers?

1. Rs 5,000
2. Rs 8,000
3. Rs 6,000
4. Rs 10,000

Q30. Who is the current Director-General of the International Labour Organization (ILO) as of 2025/2026?

1. Guy Ryder
2. Gilbert F. Houngbo
3. Tedros Adhanom
4. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala

Q31. The newly inaugurated BAPS Hindu Mandir, the first traditional Hindu stone temple in the Middle East, is located in which city?

1. Dubai
2. Doha
3. Abu Dhabi
4. Muscat

Q32. What is the name of the lunar lander mission launched by Japan that successfully landed on the Moon in early 2024?

1. LUPEX
2. SLIM (Smart Lander for Investigating Moon)
3. HAKUTO
4. OMOTENASHI

Q33. Who was sworn in as the new Chief Minister of Haryana in 2024?

1. Manohar Lal Khattar
2. Dushyant Chautala
3. Nayab Singh Saini
4. Bhupinder Singh Hooda

Q34. Which European country officially adopted the Euro as its currency on January 1, 2023?

1. Bulgaria
2. Romania
3. Croatia
4. Poland

Q35. Which country hosted the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in January 2025?

1. Germany
2. France
3. Switzerland
4. USA

Q36. Where is the headquarters of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) located?

1. Geneva, Switzerland
2. Paris, France
3. Athens, Greece
4. Lausanne, Switzerland

Q37. The famous Panama Canal connects the Pacific Ocean to which other major ocean?

1. Indian Ocean
2. Atlantic Ocean
3. Arctic Ocean
4. Southern Ocean

Q38. In which year did the Soviet Union (USSR) officially dissolve into independent nations?

1. 1989
2. 1990
3. 1991
4. 1992

Q39. The 'Tudor Rose' is the traditional national floral emblem of which country?

1. Scotland
2. England
3. Ireland
4. Wales

Q40. What is the capital and the official currency of Sweden?

1. Oslo & Krone
2. Helsinki & Krone
3. Stockholm & Swedish Krona
4. Copenhagen & Euro

Q41. The traditional Mising dance performed to celebrate the Ali-Aye-Ligang festival is known as what?

1. Bagurumba
2. Farkanti
3. Gumrag
4. Jhumur

Q42. Which Bihu festival is popularly known as the 'Festival of Food' and marks the end of the harvesting season?

1. Rongali Bihu
2. Kongali Bihu
3. Bwisagu
4. Bhogali Bihu (Magh Bihu)

Q43. Who was the first Assamese personality to receive the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, India's highest award in cinema?

1. Jyoti Prasad Agarwala
2. Bhabendra Nath Saikia
3. Dr. Bhupen Hazarika
4. Jahnu Barua

Q44. The traditional Assamese jewelry known as 'Doog-doogi' is worn on which part of the human body?

1. Ears
2. Neck
3. Wrist
4. Forehead

Q45. The lively and colorful 'Bwisagu' festival is traditionally celebrated by which indigenous community of Assam?

1. Rabha
2. Bodo
3. Tiwa
4. Karbi

Q46. The highly revered Kamakhya Temple is situated on top of which specific hill in Guwahati?

1. Chitrachal Hill
2. Nilachal Hill
3. Sandhyachal Hill
4. Moni Parbat

Q47. Who is the author of the timeless Assamese romantic and adventure novel 'Asimot Jar Heral Sima'?

1. Syed Abdul Malik
2. Homen Borgohain
3. Kanchan Baruah (Bhubanmohan Baruah)
4. Nabakanta Barua

Q48. The traditional Assamese musical string instrument called 'Tokari' is played using what?

1. Bow
2. Wooden Stick
3. Fingers/Hand
4. Bamboo striker

Q49. The traditional buffalo fight known as 'Moh Juj' in Assam is mainly organized during which festival?

1. Bohag Bihu
2. Kati Bihu
3. Magh Bihu
4. Me-Dam-Me-Phi

Q50. Which notable Ahom monument in Sivasagar was built by King Pramatta Singha to serve as a royal sports pavilion?

1. Talatal Ghar
2. Kareng Ghar
3. Charaideo Maidam
4. Rang Ghar

Directions: Study the pattern and answer the following questions.

Q51. If 'ROAD' is coded as 'U R D G' by shifting each letter forward by 3, how is the word 'MAP' coded in that same system?

1. N B Q
2. P D Q
3. O C R
4. Q E R

Q52. A driver travels 10 km West, turns right and drives 10 km, then turns right again and drives 10 km. How far is he from his original starting point?

1. 0 km
2. 20 km
3. 10 km
4. 14.14 km

Q53. Which of the following capital letters looks exactly the same when viewed in a vertical mirror: P, Q, M, or R?

1. P
2. Q
3. M
4. R

Q54. What comes next in the alphanumeric pattern: A2, B4, C6, D8, ?

1. E9
2. E10
3. F10
4. E12

Q55. Find the next number in the series constructed by adding 1 to cubes of natural numbers: 2, 9, 28, 65, ?

1. 125
2. 126
3. 217
4. 127

Directions: Find the relationship between the first pair and apply it to the second pair.

Q56. Complete the transportation analogy: Car : Garage :: Horse : ?

1. Barn
2. Shed
3. Stable
4. Farm

Q57. Find the odd one out among these transport modes based on their operating surface: Train, Tram, Metro, Bus.

1. Train
2. Tram
3. Bus
4. Metro

Q58. If your vehicle's engine overheats while climbing a hill, what non-essential system should you immediately turn off to reduce the engine load?

1. Headlights
2. Radio
3. Air Conditioner (AC)
4. Windshield Wipers

Q59. If 'RED' is numerically coded as '18-5-4' based on alphabetical positions, how is the word 'TAX' coded?

1. 20-1-25
2. 20-1-24
3. 19-1-24
4. 21-1-23

Q60. You drive 4 km North from your house, then turn East and drive 3 km. What is the straight-line distance from your house?

1. 7 km
2. 5 km
3. 1 km
4. 6 km

Q61. What comes next in the multiplicative pattern: 10, 100, 1000, 10000, ?

1. 10000
2. 200000
3. 1000000
4. 100000

Q62. Find the next number in the multiplication series: 2, 4, 12, 48, ?

1. 192
2. 240
3. 288
4. 250

Q63. Complete the occupational analogy: Driver : Vehicle :: Pilot : ?

1. Ship
2. Train
3. Airplane
4. Submarine

Q64. Find the odd one out among these vehicle maintenance items: Engine Oil, Coolant, Brake Fluid, Wiper Blade.

1. Engine Oil
2. Coolant
3. Wiper Blade
4. Brake Fluid

Q65. When driving on a long, monotonous highway journey, what is the most effective and logical way to prevent 'highway hypnosis'?

1. Drinking energy drinks continuously
2. Speeding up to arrive faster
3. Taking regular breaks and resting
4. Staring fixedly at the vehicle ahead

Q66. If 'START' is coded as 'R S Z Q S' by shifting each letter backward by 1, how is the word 'STOP' coded?

1. R T N O
2. R S N O
3. Q R M N
4. S U P Q

Q67. If a car is driving continuously towards the rising sun in the early morning, which cardinal direction is it heading?

1. West
2. North
3. East
4. South

Q68. Find the next number in the decreasing series subtracting 5 each time: 50, 45, 40, 35, ?

1. 25
2. 32
3. 30
4. 20

Q69. Complete the automotive analogy: Rear-view Mirror : Behind :: Headlights : ?

1. Sides
2. Below
3. Ahead / Front
4. Inside

Q70. Find the odd one out among these traffic light colors: Red, Yellow, Green, Blue.

1. Red
2. Yellow
3. Blue
4. Green

Q71. A driver needs 15 liters of petrol. If petrol costs Rs 105 per liter, what is the total cost?

1. Rs 1525
2. Rs 1675
3. Rs 1505
4. Rs 1575

Q72. A tyre's pressure drops from 35 PSI to 28 PSI. What is the percentage drop in the tyre pressure?

1. 15%
2. 20%
3. 25%
4. 30%

Q73. A commercial vehicle's speeds in three different hours are 40 km/h, 50 km/h, and 60 km/h. What is the average speed?

1. 45 km/h
2. 50 km/h
3. 55 km/h
4. 48 km/h

Q74. A two-stroke engine requires an oil to fuel ratio of 1:40. If you have 80 liters of fuel, how much oil should be mixed?

1. 4 liters
2. 1.5 liters
3. 2 liters
4. 3 liters

Q75. How much time will a car take to travel a distance of 180 km at a constant speed of 60 km/h?

1. 2.5 hours
2. 4 hours
3. 3 hours
4. 3.5 hours

Q76. A transport bus covers a distance of 240 km in exactly 4 hours. What is its average speed?

1. 50 km/h
2. 55 km/h
3. 60 km/h
4. 65 km/h

Q77. A mechanic buys a vehicle part for Rs 1200 and sells it to a customer for Rs 1500. What is his profit percentage?

1. 20%
2. 30%
3. 25%
4. 15%

Q78. Simplify the mathematical expression: 10 + 20 × 2 - 5.

1. 55
2. 45
3. 35
4. 50

Q79. If a highway express train is running at a speed of 108 km/h, what is its speed in meters per second (m/s)?

1. 25 m/s
2. 20 m/s
3. 35 m/s
4. 30 m/s

Q80. A driver starts a journey at 08:00 AM and arrives at 01:30 PM on the same day. What is the total travel duration?

1. 4 hours and 30 minutes
2. 5 hours and 30 minutes
3. 6 hours
4. 5 hours

Q81. If a vehicle is cruising at a steady speed of 90 km/h, what distance will it cover in exactly 20 minutes?

1. 20 km
2. 40 km
3. 30 km
4. 25 km

Q82. A highway toll tax costs Rs 55 per pass. What is the total cost for 6 such trips?

1. Rs 310
2. Rs 300
3. Rs 330
4. Rs 350

Q83. A new car priced at Rs 5,00,000 undergoes a 10% price drop during a festive sale. What is the new price of the car?

1. Rs 4,60,000
2. Rs 4,50,000
3. Rs 4,00,000
4. Rs 4,80,000

Q84. A taxi driver's earnings for three consecutive days are Rs 400, Rs 500, and Rs 600. What is his average daily earning?

1. Rs 550
2. Rs 450
3. Rs 600
4. Rs 500

Q85. The ratio of the distance covered by car A to car B is 3:4. If car A covers 150 km, how much distance does car B cover?

1. 180 km
2. 250 km
3. 200 km
4. 220 km

Q86. How much distance will a scooter cover in 10 seconds if it is traveling at a speed of 15 meters per second (m/s)?

1. 100 meters
2. 200 meters
3. 120 meters
4. 150 meters

Q87. A heavy truck travels 300 km in 5 hours. What is its speed in km/h?

1. 50 km/h
2. 70 km/h
3. 60 km/h
4. 55 km/h

Q88. A driver bought a new dashboard accessory for Rs 800 but had to sell it at a 20% loss. What was the selling price?

1. Rs 640
2. Rs 700
3. Rs 600
4. Rs 680

Q89. Simplify the numerical expression: 100 ÷ (10 + 10) × 5.

1. 20
2. 15
3. 25
4. 10

Q90. A transport vehicle travels at a constant speed of 15 meters per second (m/s). What is this speed equivalent to in km/h?

1. 54 km/h
2. 45 km/h
3. 60 km/h
4. 50 km/h

Q91. A 300 km highway journey is driven at an average speed of 75 km/h. How many hours does the journey take?

1. 3.5 hours
2. 4 hours
3. 5 hours
4. 4.5 hours

Q92. At a steady speed of 50 km/h, how many kilometers will a car travel in 1.5 hours?

1. 65 km
2. 80 km
3. 75 km
4. 70 km

Q93. A driver replaces 4 tyres on his vehicle at a cost of Rs 4500 each. What is the total cost of the tyres?

1. Rs 18000
2. Rs 16000
3. Rs 20000
4. Rs 17500

Q94. A truck's fuel tank has a total capacity of 40 liters. If the fuel gauge indicates it is exactly 25% full, how many liters of fuel are present?

1. 8 liters
2. 12 liters
3. 15 liters
4. 10 liters

Q95. The physical weights of three courier packages are 50 kg, 70 kg, and 90 kg respectively. What is the average weight per package?

1. 70 kg
2. 60 kg
3. 80 kg
4. 75 kg

Q96. The ratio of cars to bikes waiting at a signal is 2:5. If there are 10 cars, how many bikes are there?

1. 20
2. 30
3. 25
4. 15

Q97. A luxury bus travels a total distance of 360 km in exactly 6 hours. What is its speed in km/h?

1. 50 km/h
2. 60 km/h
3. 70 km/h
4. 65 km/h

Q98. A sprinter car covers 400 meters in 20 seconds on a track. What is its speed in meters per second (m/s)?

1. 25 m/s
2. 15 m/s
3. 30 m/s
4. 20 m/s

Q99. A vehicle dealer sold a set of alloy wheels for Rs 2400, making a 20% profit. What was his original cost price?

1. Rs 2000
2. Rs 1800
3. Rs 2200
4. Rs 1920

Q100. Simplify the arithmetic expression: 6² + 10 × 3.

1. 46
2. 66
3. 56
4. 76

Q101. Fill in the blank with the correct verb: "The angry driver _____ the horn loudly in the traffic jam."

1. blew
2. blown
3. blows
4. blowing

Q102. Fill in the blank with the correct preposition: "It is safer to park the car _____ the shade of a tree during summer."

1. under
2. on
3. in
4. at

Q103. Fill in the blank with the correct article: "It is considered _____ great honor to drive the President's convoy."

1. a
2. an
3. the
4. no article needed

Q104. What is the synonym of the word 'Collision' in the context of a road accident?

1. Crash
2. Bypass
3. Journey
4. Escape

Q105. What is the antonym of the word 'Accelerate' when referring to a vehicle's motion?

1. Halt
2. Decelerate
3. Speed up
4. Reverse

Q106. Find the grammatical error in the sentence: "The two buses was parked illegally on the highway."

1. 'illegally' should be 'illegal'
2. 'was' should be 'were'
3. 'on' should be 'in'
4. No error

Q107. What is the traffic vocabulary term for a small road branching off a main highway leading to a town or service area?

1. Slip road / Exit
2. Expressway
3. Boulevard
4. Toll plaza

Q108. On a road sign, what does the specific term 'Yield' instruct a driver to do?

1. Give way to other traffic
2. Stop immediately
3. Speed up to merge
4. Park the vehicle

Q109. Fill in the blank with the correct verb form: "All four tyres of the car _____ replaced last week."

1. were
2. was
3. have
4. are

Q110. Fill in the blank with the correct preposition: "You must wait at the intersection _____ the traffic light turns green."

1. since
2. for
3. until
4. during

Q111. Fill in the blank with the correct article: "My uncle drives _____ heavy transport truck for a logistics company."

1. an
2. a
3. the
4. no article needed

Q112. What is the synonym of the word 'Fatigue', a dangerous condition for long-distance drivers?

1. Exhaustion
2. Energy
3. Alertness
4. Excitement

Q113. What is the antonym of the word 'Hazardous' regarding road conditions?

1. Risky
2. Dangerous
3. Safe
4. Slippery

Q114. Find the grammatical error in the sentence: "He don't know how to drive a manual transmission car."

1. 'drive' should be 'driving'
2. 'a manual' should be 'an manual'
3. 'don't' should be 'doesn't'
4. No error

Q115. What is the traffic vocabulary term used for the specific area where two or more roads cross or meet?

1. Intersection / Junction
2. Boulevard
3. Highway
4. Overpass

Q116. In road safety terminology, what is a 'Breathalyzer' device primarily used for?

1. Testing the exhaust emissions of a car
2. Measuring the blood pressure of a driver
3. Testing the blood alcohol level of a driver
4. Checking the air pressure in tyres

Q117. Fill in the blank with the correct modal verb: "If it rains heavily, I _____ drive very slowly."

1. should
2. could
3. will
4. might

Q118. Fill in the blank with the correct preposition: "The legal speed limit _____ this narrow road is strictly 40 km/h."

1. in
2. on
3. at
4. over

Q119. Fill in the blank with the correct article: "We witnessed _____ horrific accident on the suspension bridge yesterday."

1. a
2. an
3. the
4. no article needed

Q120. What is the synonym of the word 'Drowsy', which describes a driver who needs immediate rest?

1. Sleepy
2. Alert
3. Angry
4. Confused

Q121. What is the antonym of the word 'Strict' when referring to the enforcement of traffic laws?

1. Severe
2. Harsh
3. Rigid
4. Lenient

Q122. Find the grammatical error in the sentence: "She drive her car very carefully in the rain."

1. 'drive' should be 'drives'
2. 'carefully' should be 'careful'
3. 'in' should be 'on'
4. No error

Q123. What is the traffic term for a raised physical strip in the middle of a road designed to separate opposing lanes of traffic?

1. Median / Divider
2. Crosswalk
3. Shoulder
4. Sidewalk

Q124. In road safety terminology, what does the specific term 'Blind corner' mean?

1. A corner with no streetlights
2. A sharp curve where a driver cannot see oncoming traffic
3. A dead-end street
4. An intersection without traffic signals

Q125. Fill in the blank with the correct auxiliary verb: "I have _____ driving passenger buses for over five years."

1. been
2. being
3. was
4. am

Q126. Fill in the blank with the correct preposition: "A safe driver always keeps his eyes _____ the road ahead."

1. at
2. in
3. on
4. over

Q127. Fill in the blank with the correct article: "He got _____ heavy ticket for overspeeding near the school."

1. an
2. a
3. the
4. no article needed

Q128. What is the synonym of the word 'Infraction' in the context of traffic laws?

1. Violation
2. Obedience
3. Reward
4. Rule

Q129. What is the antonym of the phrase 'Dense traffic'?

1. Heavy traffic
2. Light traffic
3. Congested traffic
4. Slow traffic

Q130. Find the grammatical error in the sentence: "You must to stop your vehicle completely at the red light."

1. 'at' should be 'on'
2. Remove the word 'to'
3. 'completely' should be 'complete'
4. No error

Q131. What does a circular road sign with a blue background and a white arrow pointing to the left represent?

1. No left turn
2. Left turn permitted
3. Compulsory turn left / Keep left
4. One way traffic to the left

Q132. What does a circular road sign with a red border containing a single horizontal white or black bar signify?

1. No Entry
2. Stop
3. Speed Limit Ends
4. No Parking

Q133. What do yellow and black diagonally striped rectangular boards placed on barriers or road medians indicate?

1. Pedestrian crossing
2. Hazard marker
3. School zone ahead
4. Bus stop

Q134. What does a continuous solid white line painted along the extreme left edge of a highway represent?

1. Center line dividing traffic
2. Lane changing permitted
3. Edge line defining the carriageway boundary
4. Overtaking zone

Q135. What is the minimum monetary fine for jumping a red traffic light under the amended Motor Vehicles Act?

1. Rs 500 to Rs 1,000
2. Rs 1,000 to Rs 5,000
3. Rs 2,000 to Rs 10,000
4. Rs 100 to Rs 500

Q136. Under the Motor Vehicles Act, what is the fine imposed for driving an unregistered motor vehicle on public roads?

1. Rs 1,000
2. Rs 2,000
3. Rs 5,000
4. Rs 10,000

Q137. Which color format is legally required for the number plate of a self-drive commercial rental car?

1. White background with black letters
2. Yellow background with black letters
3. Black background with yellow letters
4. Green background with white letters

Q138. Under what legal condition is a driver permitted to use a mobile phone while actively driving a motor vehicle?

1. If using a hands-free headset for calls
2. If driving below 40 km/h
3. Only for navigational purposes, provided it does not distract from driving
4. Under no circumstances

Q139. If you are involved in a motor accident causing injury to another person, what is your first legal duty as a driver?

1. To flee the scene immediately
2. To call your insurance company
3. To move the vehicles to the side of the road
4. To secure medical attention for the injured person and report to the police within 24 hours

Q140. In a vehicle's suspension system, what is the primary mechanical purpose of a shock absorber?

1. To support the weight of the vehicle
2. To steer the wheels
3. To dampen the rebound of the suspension springs and keep tyres in contact with the road
4. To connect the wheels to the chassis

Q141. What is the primary mechanical function of the differential in a vehicle's drivetrain?

1. To transmit power from the engine to the gearbox
2. To engage and disengage the clutch
3. To allow the drive wheels to turn at different speeds when cornering
4. To change the gear ratio

Q142. Why is it strictly recommended to top up a car battery with distilled water rather than normal tap water?

1. Tap water is too cold
2. Distilled water contains no impurities or minerals that can damage the internal battery plates
3. Distilled water conducts electricity better
4. Tap water evaporates faster

Q143. In a standard 4-stroke internal combustion engine, which specific stroke immediately follows the compression stroke?

1. Intake stroke
2. Exhaust stroke
3. Power or Combustion stroke
4. Scavenging stroke

Q144. What dangerous phenomenon occurs when a vehicle's tyres lose direct contact with the road surface due to a wedge of water?

1. Skidding
2. Oversteering
3. Hydroplaning or Aquaplaning
4. Understeering

Q145. What is the primary purpose of the 'Headrest' attached to the top of a car seat?

1. To provide comfort while sleeping
2. To prevent severe whiplash injury to the neck in a rear-end collision
3. To hang clothes or accessories
4. To improve the aesthetics of the seat

Q146. In defensive driving, what specific driving action is described as 'Engine Braking'?

1. Turning off the engine while moving
2. Applying the handbrake firmly
3. Shifting to a lower gear to slow down the vehicle using engine resistance without applying the foot brake
4. Pressing the brake pedal repeatedly

Q147. When driving at night or in adverse weather, under what specific conditions should a driver activate the fog lights?

1. Whenever driving on an unlit road
2. Only when visibility is severely reduced by dense fog, heavy rain, or falling snow
3. To signal the vehicle ahead to move over
4. Whenever driving above 80 km/h

Q148. What should a driver explicitly NOT do if one of the vehicle's tyres experiences a sudden blowout at high speed?

1. Grip the steering wheel firmly
2. Take foot off the accelerator
3. Slam hard on the brakes
4. Let the vehicle slow down gradually

Q149. Why is 'Tailgating' considered a highly dangerous and aggressive driving practice?

1. It wastes fuel
2. It completely eliminates the safe stopping distance required if the front vehicle brakes suddenly
3. It causes excessive wear on the tyres
4. It damages the vehicle's suspension

Q150. If you approach a railway level crossing without a barrier or gate, what is your mandatory duty before crossing the tracks?

1. Speed up to cross quickly
2. Sound the horn continuously while crossing
3. Stop the vehicle, look both ways, and listen to ensure no train is approaching
4. Turn on the hazard lights and proceed

Explanation: Swargadeo Rudra Singha, considered one of the greatest Ahom kings, excavated the massive Joysagar Tank in 1697 in Sivasagar. He built it as a tribute to the memory of his mother, Sati Joymoti, who sacrificed her life to protect her husband, Gadadhar Singha.

Explanation: The Khajuraho Group of Monuments, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Madhya Pradesh, was constructed between 950 and 1050 AD by the Rajput rulers of the Chandela Dynasty. It is world-renowned for its stunning Nagara-style architectural symbolism and erotic sculptures.

Explanation: Umrangso is a picturesque industrial hill station located in the Dima Hasao district of Assam, near the border of Meghalaya. It is famous for its massive Kopili Hydro Electric Project and stunning natural beauty.

Explanation: The historic Stilwell Road (originally called the Ledo Road) was built by the Allied Forces during World War II. It originates in Ledo (Assam), passes through northern Myanmar, and ends in Kunming (China), serving as a crucial military supply route.

Explanation: The Dhubri-Phulbari bridge is a major infrastructure project over the Brahmaputra River. Once completed, it will span approximately 19 km, making it India's longest river bridge, connecting Dhubri in Assam directly to Phulbari in Meghalaya.

Explanation: Bongaigaon district was carved out from the Goalpara and Kokrajhar districts in the year 1989 to facilitate better administration and development in lower Assam.

Explanation: The Beki River originates in Bhutan and is one of the principal right-bank tributaries of the Brahmaputra River. It flows directly through the core area of the Manas National Park, acting as its lifeline.

Explanation: The official symbol of the Indian Rupee (₹) was designed by D. Udaya Kumar, an academic from IIT Bombay. The design is a brilliant amalgamation of the Devanagari letter 'Ra' and the Roman capital letter 'R', with two horizontal lines representing the national flag and the mathematical 'equal to' sign.

Explanation: Sadiya, located in the extreme eastern corner of Assam, was the glorious capital of the ancient Chutia kingdom, which ruled large parts of eastern Assam and Arunachal Pradesh before being annexed by the Ahoms in the 16th century.

Explanation: The Jama Masjid in Old Delhi, one of the largest and most renowned mosques in India, was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan between 1650 and 1656. He also built the Taj Mahal and the Red Fort.

Explanation: Kakochang Waterfall is a prominent tourist destination surrounded by lush tea gardens and rubber plantations. It is situated near Bokakhat in the Golaghat district of Assam.

Explanation: National Highway 127D is an important strategic and commercial route in Assam. It branches off from NH-27 at Baihata Chariali and travels north to terminate at the Indo-Bhutan border town of Darranga (Samdrup Jongkhar on the Bhutan side).

Explanation: The Kolia Bhomora Setu is a pre-stressed concrete road bridge over the Brahmaputra River. Named after the Ahom General Kalia Bhomora Phukan, it provides a vital link between Tezpur (Sonitpur district) on the north bank and Kaliabor (Nagaon district) on the south bank.

Explanation: According to the 2011 Census of India, the Kamrup Metropolitan district (which encompasses the city of Guwahati) is the most densely populated district in Assam, recording a density of 2010 persons per square kilometer.

Explanation: The Dikhow River is a left-bank tributary of the Brahmaputra River. It originates in the Zunheboto district of Nagaland, flows through the Sivasagar district of Assam, and historically served as a crucial waterway during the Ahom rule.

Explanation: The Lion Capital of Ashoka is an ancient sculpture originally placed atop the Ashoka pillar at the important Buddhist site of Sarnath, located near Varanasi in the state of Uttar Pradesh. It was officially adopted as the National Emblem of India in 1950.

Explanation: The ancient Kachari Kingdom first established its grand capital at Dimapur (now in Nagaland). Following constant conflicts and invasions by the Ahoms, the Kacharis were forced to relocate their capital first to Maibang, and later to Khaspur.

Explanation: "Sare Jahan Se Achha" (formally known as Tarana-e-Hind) is an enduring Urdu language patriotic song written by poet Muhammad Iqbal in 1904. It quickly became an anthem of opposition against the British Raj during the Indian independence movement.

Explanation: The Dehing Patkai landscape is the only patch of virgin lowland tropical rainforest in Assam, spanning across the Dibrugarh and Tinsukia districts. Upgraded to a National Park in 2021, it is famously referred to as the "Amazon of the East".

Explanation: On October 18, 2012, during the International Conference on Biodiversity held in Hyderabad, the Government of India officially declared 'Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp. bulgaricus' as the National Microbe of India. This beneficial bacteria is essential in the production of curd and yogurt.

Explanation: In the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2023 (released globally in January 2024 by Transparency International), India was ranked 93rd out of 180 countries, experiencing a slight drop from its previous rank of 85 in 2022.

Explanation: The 'Gruha Jyoti' scheme is a flagship welfare program launched by the state government of Karnataka. It guarantees free electricity up to 200 units per month to all residential households in the state, aiming to reduce the cost of living for the common public.

Explanation: The Sahitya Akademi Award for English language was presented to Neelum Saran Gour for her highly acclaimed novel 'Requiem in Raga Janki', which brings to life the vibrant musical history and culture of Allahabad.

Explanation: Launched by the Government of India, the PM Vidyalaxmi scheme provides a unified digital portal for students seeking educational loans. It ensures that meritorious students secure collateral-free and guarantor-free loans to pursue higher education in top-tier domestic institutions.

Explanation: Preeti Sudan, a former IAS officer, was appointed as the Chairperson of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) in August 2024, succeeding Manoj Soni. She brings extensive administrative experience, having served as the Union Health Secretary during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Explanation: The 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) convention was scheduled to be held in January 2025 in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The event celebrates the incredible contributions of the overseas Indian community (diaspora) to the development of India.

Explanation: In the second season of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2024, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) all-rounder Ellyse Perry won the coveted Orange Cap, awarded to the tournament's highest run-scorer, amassing 347 runs and leading her team to their maiden title.

Explanation: Serbian tennis legend Novak Djokovic was named the Laureus World Sportsman of the Year for a record-equalling fifth time in 2024. He was recognized for his stellar 2023 season, where he won three out of four Grand Slam titles.

Explanation: Under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme, the central government provides an annual income support of Rs 6,000 to all eligible land-holding farmer families across the country. This amount is directly transferred to their bank accounts in three equal installments of Rs 2,000.

Explanation: Gilbert F. Houngbo from Togo took office as the 11th Director-General of the International Labour Organization (ILO) in October 2022. He made history by becoming the first African to lead the ILO since its inception.

Explanation: The BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi, UAE, was officially inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in February 2024. Built with pink sandstone and white marble, it is the first traditional Hindu stone temple in the entire Middle East, symbolizing global cultural harmony.

Explanation: In January 2024, Japan's space agency (JAXA) successfully landed its SLIM spacecraft on the lunar surface. This historic pinpoint landing made Japan the fifth country in history to successfully land a spacecraft on the Moon.

Explanation: In a major political shift ahead of the 2024 elections, Nayab Singh Saini was sworn in as the new Chief Minister of Haryana in March 2024, succeeding the veteran leader Manohar Lal Khattar.

Explanation: On January 1, 2023, Croatia officially adopted the Euro as its currency, replacing the Croatian Kuna. By doing so, it became the 20th member of the Eurozone and simultaneously joined Europe's border-free Schengen area.

Explanation: The World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting is historically held in the Alpine resort town of Davos, Switzerland. The 2025 summit continued this tradition, gathering global political and business leaders to discuss the world's most pressing economic challenges.

Explanation: The International Olympic Committee (IOC), the supreme authority of the worldwide Olympic movement, is headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland. The city is often referred to as the 'Olympic Capital'.

Explanation: The Panama Canal is an incredibly vital 82 km artificial waterway in Panama that connects the Atlantic Ocean (via the Caribbean Sea) with the Pacific Ocean, drastically reducing the maritime travel time for ships avoiding the dangerous route around South America.

Explanation: The Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR) officially dissolved on December 26, 1991. The collapse of this massive communist superpower led to the creation of 15 independent republics, bringing an end to the decades-long Cold War.

Explanation: The Tudor Rose (a red and white rose) is the traditional national floral emblem of England. It takes its name and origins from the House of Tudor, which united the warring houses of Lancaster and York after the historic Wars of the Roses.

Explanation: Sweden, a Nordic country in Northern Europe, has its capital at Stockholm. While it is a member of the European Union, it retains its own national currency, which is the Swedish Krona (SEK).

Explanation: 'Ali-Aye-Ligang' is the vibrant spring festival of the Mising community of Assam, marking the onset of seed sowing. The festival is characterized by a vigorous and rhythmic traditional folk dance known as 'Gumrag Sohman' or simply 'Gumrag'.

Explanation: Bhogali Bihu, celebrated in January (the month of Magh), is the harvesting festival of Assam. The word 'Bhog' means eating and enjoyment, hence it is known as the 'Festival of Food'. It involves community feasts and the burning of the traditional 'Meji'.

Explanation: The Maestro of Assam, Dr. Bhupen Hazarika, was honored with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 1992 for his outstanding and lifelong contribution to the growth and development of Indian cinema and music.

Explanation: Assamese traditional jewelry is rich in heritage. The 'Doog-doogi' is a large, heart-shaped or drum-shaped traditional pendant necklace, beautifully studded with gemstones (minakari work), typically worn by Assamese women.

Explanation: 'Bwisagu' is the most cherished and joyous springtime festival of the Bodo Kachari community of Assam, corresponding with the Assamese Rongali Bihu. It involves paying respects to ancestors, feasting, and the energetic Bagurumba dance.

Explanation: The Kamakhya Temple, one of the oldest and most revered of the 51 Shakti Pithas in Hindu theology, is located atop the Nilachal Hill in the western part of Guwahati city.

Explanation: 'Asimot Jar Heral Sima' is a masterpiece of Assamese literature published in 1945. It was written by Bhubanmohan Baruah under the famous pen-name Kanchan Baruah. The novel uniquely blends romance, adventure, and science fiction themes.

Explanation: The 'Tokari' is a traditional Assamese string instrument resembling a lute or dotara. Unlike instruments played with a bow, the Tokari is plucked directly using the fingers to produce deep, rhythmic melodies, mostly accompanying devotional folk songs (Tokari Geet).

Explanation: Moh Juj (traditional buffalo fighting) is a popular rural sport organized primarily during the Bhogali Bihu (Magh Bihu) celebrations in January, especially famous in places like Ahatguri in the Morigaon district.

Explanation: The Rang Ghar is a magnificent two-storied, oval-shaped pavilion located in Sivasagar, Assam. Constructed during the reign of Swargadeo Pramatta Singha in 1746, it is considered one of the oldest surviving amphitheatres in Asia, used by Ahom royals to watch sports like buffalo fights.

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Explanation: The sentence describes a completed action in the past. Therefore, the simple past tense of the verb "blow" is required, which is "blew".

Explanation: In English grammar, when referring to the shadow cast by an object (like a tree), we use the preposition "in" (e.g., in the shade). We use "under" for the physical object itself (e.g., under the tree).

Explanation: The word "great" begins with a consonant sound (/g/). Therefore, the indefinite article "a" is appropriate.

Explanation: A "collision" involves two or more objects striking each other violently. "Crash" is the most direct synonym in the context of road accidents.

Explanation: "Accelerate" means to increase speed. Its direct antonym is "Decelerate", which means to reduce speed.

Explanation: "The two buses" is a plural subject. Subject-verb agreement rules dictate that a plural subject must take a plural verb. Therefore, "was" must be corrected to "were".

Explanation: A slip road (or exit ramp) is a short road giving access to, or an exit from, a motorway or dual carriageway.

Explanation: A "Yield" sign indicates that a driver must slow down, or stop if necessary, and give the right-of-way (give way) to vehicles approaching from other directions.

Explanation: "All four tyres" is a plural subject, and "last week" indicates a completed action in the past. Therefore, the plural past tense verb "were" is correct for this passive voice construction.

Explanation: The preposition "until" is used to indicate the point in time up to which an action (waiting) continues. It perfectly connects the ongoing action to the triggering event (the light turning green).

Explanation: "Heavy" begins with a consonant sound (/h/). The indefinite article "a" is used to refer to a non-specific singular countable noun (a heavy transport truck).

Explanation: "Fatigue" is extreme tiredness resulting from mental or physical exertion. "Exhaustion" is its closest synonym.

Explanation: "Hazardous" means risky, dangerous, or full of peril. Its direct antonym is "Safe", indicating freedom from danger.

Explanation: "He" is a third-person singular subject. In the present tense, third-person singular subjects must take "does not" (doesn't), not "do not" (don't).

Explanation: In traffic terminology, an intersection or junction is a point where two or more roads cross or meet, typically requiring traffic control measures.

Explanation: A breathalyzer is an electronic device used by police to estimate a driver's Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) from a breath sample, to determine if they are driving under the influence.

Explanation: This is a First Conditional sentence, describing a possible future event. The structure is "If + Simple Present, Subject + will + base verb". Thus, "will" is the correct modal.

Explanation: We use the preposition "on" when referring to a surface or a line, such as a road, street, or highway (e.g., driving on the road).

Explanation: "Horrific" starts with a consonant sound (/h/). The indefinite article "a" is appropriately used before it.

Explanation: "Drowsy" means feeling lethargic, half-asleep, or struggling to stay awake. "Sleepy" is the perfect synonym.

Explanation: "Strict" means demanding that rules concerning behavior are obeyed and observed. Its antonym is "Lenient", which means more merciful, tolerant, or relaxed in enforcing rules.

Explanation: "She" is a third-person singular subject. The simple present tense verb must take an 's' or 'es' ending. Therefore, "drive" must be "drives".

Explanation: A median strip or traffic divider is the reserved area that separates opposing lanes of traffic on divided roadways, such as dual carriageways or motorways.

Explanation: A blind corner is a bend or corner in a road where a driver's line of sight is obstructed by buildings, trees, or the road's curvature, preventing them from seeing what is approaching.

Explanation: The sentence describes an ongoing action starting in the past and continuing into the present ("for over five years"). This requires the Present Perfect Continuous tense: "have + been + verb-ing".

Explanation: "Keep your eyes on the road" is a standard idiomatic expression in driving. The preposition "on" correctly indicates the focus of attention upon the surface/path.

Explanation: The phrase refers to a single, non-specific instance of a fine. "Heavy" begins with a consonant sound, necessitating the article "a".

Explanation: An "infraction" is a minor offense or a failure to observe a rule or law, especially in traffic. "Violation" is the most accurate synonym.

Explanation: "Dense traffic" means heavily congested, slow-moving traffic with many vehicles closely packed. The opposite condition is "Light traffic", where vehicles are sparse and moving freely.

Explanation: "Must" is a modal auxiliary verb. Modals are always followed directly by the base form of a verb (bare infinitive), without the particle "to". So, "must stop" is correct; "must to stop" is an error.

Explanation: Mandatory road signs are generally circular with a blue background and white symbols. An arrow pointing left strictly commands the driver to "Compulsory Turn Left" or "Keep Left" as per the road layout.

Explanation: A solid red circle with a horizontal white bar across the middle is the universally recognized regulatory traffic sign for "No Entry", prohibiting vehicular traffic from proceeding past the sign.

Explanation: Object or hazard markers consist of alternating yellow and black diagonal stripes. They are placed to warn drivers of physical obstructions within or adjacent to the roadway, such as bridge piers, medians, or sharp curves.

Explanation: A continuous solid white line on the extreme edge of a highway is an "edge line". It delineates the edge of the carriageway, separating the driving lanes from the shoulder, and drivers are prohibited from crossing it unless in an emergency.

Explanation: Under the amended Motor Vehicles Act, 2019, jumping a red light is classified as dangerous driving. The penalty has been significantly increased to range between Rs 1,000 to Rs 5,000, along with potential suspension of the driving license.

Explanation: Section 192 of the Motor Vehicles Act stipulates that driving an unregistered motor vehicle on public roads is a serious offense, punishable with a fine of Rs 5,000 for the first offense.

Explanation: In India, self-drive rental cars (commercial vehicles leased for self-driving) are legally required to display a number plate with a black background and yellow lettering.

Explanation: Under the Motor Vehicles (Driving) Regulations, using a handheld mobile phone to make calls or text while driving is strictly illegal. The only exception is using the device strictly for route navigation, provided it is mounted safely and does not distract the driver.

Explanation: Section 134 of the Motor Vehicles Act explicitly mandates that if a driver is involved in an accident resulting in injury, their primary legal duty is to take all reasonable steps to secure medical attention for the injured person and report the accident to the nearest police station within 24 hours.

Explanation: While the suspension springs absorb the impact of bumps, they will continue to bounce (oscillate). The shock absorber's mechanical purpose is to dampen or control this bounce, ensuring the tyre remains in constant contact with the road for safe steering and braking.

Explanation: When a vehicle takes a turn, the outside wheel travels a longer distance than the inside wheel. The differential is a gear mechanism in the drivetrain that splits engine torque and allows these wheels to rotate at different speeds, preventing tyre scrubbing and axle stress.

Explanation: Normal tap water contains minerals and ions (like calcium and iron) that will react with the sulfuric acid in a lead-acid battery, coating the lead plates and drastically shortening the battery's life. Distilled water is pure H2O and prevents this internal damage.

Explanation: The standard operating cycle of a 4-stroke engine follows this sequence: 1. Intake (draws fuel/air), 2. Compression (compresses the mixture), 3. Power/Combustion (spark plug ignites mixture, forcing piston down), 4. Exhaust (expels burnt gases).

Explanation: Hydroplaning occurs when water on the road accumulates in front of the vehicle's tyres faster than their treads can displace it. The tyre is pushed up onto a thin layer of water, completely losing contact with the road and resulting in a total loss of steering and braking control.

Explanation: While they provide comfort, headrests (or head restraints) are primarily critical safety devices. In a rear-end collision, the body is thrown forward, but the head snaps backward violently. A properly adjusted headrest catches the head, preventing severe whiplash injuries to the cervical spine.

Explanation: Engine braking is a technique, particularly useful on long downhill descents, where a driver shifts to a lower gear. The internal resistance (compression) of the engine slows the vehicle's momentum naturally, preventing the main wheel brakes from overheating and failing.

Explanation: Fog lights project a wide, low, and extremely bright beam designed to cut beneath fog or heavy rain to illuminate the immediate road surface. Using them in clear conditions is illegal and dangerous as their intense brightness dazzles oncoming drivers.

Explanation: In the event of a high-speed blowout, the vehicle will pull violently to one side. Slamming the brakes causes an abrupt shift in weight and will instantly throw the car into an uncontrollable spin. The driver should firmly grip the wheel, ease off the accelerator, and brake gently only after gaining control.

Explanation: Tailgating means driving too closely behind the vehicle in front. Human reaction time combined with mechanical braking time dictates a minimum safe stopping distance. Tailgating eliminates this distance, making a severe rear-end collision virtually unavoidable if the leading vehicle stops abruptly.

Explanation: At an unmanned or unguarded railway crossing, the absolute legal and life-saving duty of a driver is to bring the vehicle to a complete halt, look in both directions, and listen carefully for train horns before proceeding across the tracks.