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2026 (249 questions)

Q1.

What is the additive identity element or neutral property relevant to numbers in 'Distributivity of Multiplication'?


(A)
$1$
(B)
$-1$
(C)
$0$
(D)
$10$
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Q2.

What Higher Order Thinking Skill (HOTS) is developed through rigorous mastery of 'Concept of Inverse Variation (xy = k)'?


(A)
Blind memorization
(B)
Guesswork
(C)
Algebraic abstraction, deductive logic, and multi-step quantitative modeling (Concept of Inverse Variation (xy = k))
(D)
None of these
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2025 (376 questions)

Q1.

Which connective or transitional phrase creates seamless flow when discussing 'Debate & Speech Writing' in an essay?


(A)
No transition words
(B)
Abrupt silence
(C)
Repeating the same noun ten times
(D)
Cohesive devices such as 'Furthermore', 'Consequently', 'On the other hand', 'Therefore'
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Q2.

Which chemical or physical transformation takes place during 'Women, Caste and Reform (Raja Ram Mohan Roy, Jyotirao Phule, Ambedkar)'?


(A)
No change can ever happen
(B)
Magic
(C)
Creation of matter from nothing
(D)
Energy conversion or molecular rearrangement following conservation laws (Women, Caste and Reform (Raja Ram Mohan Roy, Jyotirao Phule, Ambedkar))
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2024 (6148 questions)

Q1.

What is the multiplicative identity element for numbers studied in 'Method of Common Factors'?


(A)
$0$
(B)
$-1$
(C)
$10$
(D)
$1$
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Q2.

What is the multiplicative identity element for numbers studied in 'Method of Common Factors'?


(A)
$0$
(B)
$-1$
(C)
$10$
(D)
$1$
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2023 (465 questions)

Q1.

'Vyakaran' के अंतर्गत 'रस एवं अलंकार' की सही व्याकरणिक परिभाषा क्या है?


(A)
भाषा के शुद्ध प्रयोग, नियम और संरचना को स्पष्ट करने वाला रूप (रस एवं अलंकार)
(B)
अंग्रेजी व्याकरण का अनुवाद
(C)
अशुद्ध उच्चारण का नियम
(D)
कोई नहीं
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Q2.

How does 'Industries: Classification, Factors of Location, Major Industrial Regions, Iron and Steel, Cotton Textile, IT Sector' impact the surrounding ecological balance or environment?


(A)
It has no connection to nature
(B)
It influences nutrient cycles, energy flow, and environmental sustainability (Industries: Classification, Factors of Location, Major Industrial Regions, Iron and Steel, Cotton Textile, IT Sector)
(C)
It destroys everything
(D)
None
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2022 (312 questions)

Q1.

In advanced problem-solving involving 'Scientific Notation for Very Small and Large Numbers', which problem-solving approach is recommended by NCERT?


(A)
Relying on arbitrary estimation without proof
(B)
Skipping algebraic simplification
(C)
Formulating equations, simplifying step-by-step, and checking dimensional consistency for Scientific Notation for Very Small and Large Numbers
(D)
Omitting units from the final answer
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Q2.

Which modern technological breakthrough is directly rooted in the science of 'Liquid Pressure & Atmospheric Pressure Measurement'?


(A)
Horse carts
(B)
Biotechnology, clean energy, advanced materials, or medical diagnostic devices derived from Liquid Pressure & Atmospheric Pressure Measurement
(C)
Manual stone tools
(D)
None
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2021 (291 questions)

Q1.

निम्नलिखित में से 'वाक्य के अंग एवं भेद (रचना एवं अर्थ के आधार पर)' से संबंधित कौन-सा नियम सही है?


(A)
नियमों की आवश्यकता नहीं होती
(B)
मानक हिंदी व्याकरण के निर्धारित नियम और अपवाद (वाक्य के अंग एवं भेद (रचना एवं अर्थ के आधार पर))
(C)
मनमाना प्रयोग करना
(D)
कोई नहीं
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Q2.

What common mathematical error must students avoid when solving problems in 'Rational Numbers between Two Rational Numbers'?


(A)
Writing neat steps
(B)
Ignoring signs (positive/negative), decimal points, or forgetting to balance both sides of an equation
(C)
Using standard units
(D)
Double checking the answer
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2020 (293 questions)

Q1.

What Higher Order Thinking Skill (HOTS) is developed through rigorous mastery of 'Scientific Notation for Very Small and Large Numbers'?


(A)
Blind memorization
(B)
Guesswork
(C)
Algebraic abstraction, deductive logic, and multi-step quantitative modeling (Scientific Notation for Very Small and Large Numbers)
(D)
None of these
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Q2.

What practical or industrial application is directly enabled by scientific knowledge of Causes of Friction (Interlocking of Irregularities)?


(A)
Discarding technological innovations
(B)
Halting laboratory research
(C)
Reverting to medieval tools
(D)
Innovations in healthcare, engineering, agriculture, and energy conservation derived from Causes of Friction (Interlocking of Irregularities)
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2019 (297 questions)

Q1.

A student solves a two-step problem on 'Properties of Square Numbers'. If the initial quantity is $x$ and it increases by $25\%$, what is the new quantity?


(A)
$\dfrac54x$ (or $1.25x$)
(B)
$\dfrac{3}{4}x$
(C)
$25x$
(D)
$x + 25$
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Q2.

Which modern technological breakthrough is directly rooted in the science of 'Ruling the Countryside (Revenue Systems)'?


(A)
Horse carts
(B)
Biotechnology, clean energy, advanced materials, or medical diagnostic devices derived from Ruling the Countryside (Revenue Systems)
(C)
Manual stone tools
(D)
None
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2018 (321 questions)

Q1.

What is the additive identity element or neutral property relevant to numbers in 'Rational Numbers between Two Rational Numbers'?


(A)
$1$
(B)
$-1$
(C)
$0$
(D)
$10$
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Q2.

Consider the mathematical concept of 'Solving Equations with Linear Expressions on Both Sides' in the chapter 'Linear Equations in One Variable'. Which property holds true?


(A)
Standard algebraic/arithmetic axioms and identity theorems apply rigorously to Solving Equations with Linear Expressions on Both Sides
(B)
Equations cannot be verified by substitution
(C)
Commutative property never holds for addition
(D)
Negative numbers have no real meaning in algebra
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2017 (307 questions)

Q1.

What is the standard SI unit of measurement frequently used in topics like 'Electroplating: Process, Setup, and Industrial Applications'?


(A)
Handspan
(B)
Paces
(C)
SI standard units (e.g. meter, kilogram, second, Kelvin, Pascal, or Joule)
(D)
Gallons
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Q2.

What lifelong communicative competence is nurtured through mastering 'Honeydew Prose and Poetry Analysis' in the CBSE curriculum?


(A)
Passive silence
(B)
Critical thinking, persuasive rhetoric, articulate self-expression, and empathetic literacy (Honeydew Prose and Poetry Analysis)
(C)
Memorizing text without comprehension
(D)
None of these
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2016 (309 questions)

Q1.

What practical or industrial application is directly enabled by scientific knowledge of Women, Caste and Reform (Raja Ram Mohan Roy, Jyotirao Phule, Ambedkar)?


(A)
Discarding technological innovations
(B)
Halting laboratory research
(C)
Reverting to medieval tools
(D)
Innovations in healthcare, engineering, agriculture, and energy conservation derived from Women, Caste and Reform (Raja Ram Mohan Roy, Jyotirao Phule, Ambedkar)
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Q2.

A student solves a two-step problem on 'Histograms'. If the initial quantity is $x$ and it increases by $25\%$, what is the new quantity?


(A)
$\dfrac54x$ (or $1.25x$)
(B)
$\dfrac{3}{4}x$
(C)
$25x$
(D)
$x + 25$
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2015 (288 questions)

Q1.

What is the additive identity element or neutral property relevant to numbers in 'Standard Algebraic Identities [(a+b)^2, (a-b)^2, a^2-b^2, (x+a)(x+b)]'?


(A)
$1$
(B)
$-1$
(C)
$0$
(D)
$10$
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Q2.

Which chemical or physical transformation takes place during 'Chemical Reactions Produced by Current'?


(A)
No change can ever happen
(B)
Magic
(C)
Creation of matter from nothing
(D)
Energy conversion or molecular rearrangement following conservation laws (Chemical Reactions Produced by Current)
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