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Q1RRB ALP CBT-1, 25 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
In which year did the Delhi High Court issue a notice regarding a plea for 33% reservation for women lawyers in Bar Council elections?
  1. A2023
  2. B2021
  3. C2024
  4. D2022
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Correct answer: (C) 2024

Q2RRB ALP CBT-1, 25 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
The Government of India has come out with a new set of National Awards in the field of Science, Technology and Innovation known as 'Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar' in _____ categories.
  1. Atwo
  2. Bfour
  3. Cthree
  4. Dfive
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Correct answer: (B) four

Q3RRB ALP CBT-1, 25 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
Who among the following is the author of the book 'The Miracle Makers: Indian Cricket’s Greatest Epic'?
  1. AHrushikesh Kanitkar
  2. BBharat Sundaresan
  3. CSunil Joshi
  4. DShiv Sundar Das
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Correct answer: (B) Bharat Sundaresan

Q4RRB ALP CBT-1, 25 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
Which Indian personality played the female protagonist in the movie Sister Midnight , showcased at the Cannes Film Festival in 2024?
  1. ARadhika Apte
  2. BKriti Sanon
  3. CAditi Rao Hydari
  4. DTaapsee Pannu
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Correct answer: (A) Radhika Apte

Q5RRB ALP CBT-1, 25 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
Which natural disaster triggered storms, flash floods, and landslips in the northeastern states of India in 2024?
  1. ACyclone Remal
  2. BCyclone Yaas
  3. CCyclone Amphan
  4. DCyclone Fani
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Correct answer: (A) Cyclone Remal

Q6RRB ALP CBT-1, 25 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
Who among the following created the record in the boys' 1500m by completing the race in 3:51.12 mins at the 6 th Khelo India Youth Games?
  1. AAdi Sharma
  2. BJay Kumar Verma
  3. CRahul Iyer
  4. DRahul Sarnaliya
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Correct answer: (D) Rahul Sarnaliya

Q7RRB ALP CBT-1, 25 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
In which state is the Gingee Fort, which was recently nominated for the UNESCO World Heritage status, located?
  1. AGujarat
  2. BRajasthan
  3. CKarnataka
  4. DTamil Nadu
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Correct answer: (D) Tamil Nadu

Q8RRB ALP CBT-1, 25 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
In the Union Budget 2024, which initiative did the Finance Minister announce to enhance productivity in agriculture?
  1. AIntroduction of genetically modified crops
  2. BExpansion of irrigation facilities nationwide
  3. CA new subsidy program for farmers
  4. DA comprehensive review of the agriculture research setup
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Correct answer: (D) A comprehensive review of the agriculture research setup

Q9RRB ALP CBT-1, 25 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
Question content
  1. Athose receiving education
  2. Bfarmers
  3. Cdisabled and destitute children
  4. Dsenior citizens
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Correct answer: (C) disabled and destitute children

Q10RRB ALP CBT-1, 25 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
Who was appointed as the Director General of Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) in September 2024?
  1. AKuldiep Singh
  2. BAmrit Mohan Prasad
  3. CSubodh Kumar Jaiswal
  4. DRakesh Asthana
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Correct answer: (B) Amrit Mohan Prasad

Q11RRB ALP CBT-1, 25 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
Which award has been conferred to Ram Chet Chaudhary in the field of Science and Engineering in 2024?
  1. APadma Vibhusan
  2. BPadma Shri
  3. CPadma Bhusan
  4. DBharat Ratna
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Correct answer: (B) Padma Shri

Q12RRB ALP CBT-1, 25 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
The discussion paper titled '_____' was released by NITI Aayog on 15 January 2024.
  1. APoverty Alleviation in India
  2. BMultidimensional Poverty in India since 2005-06
  3. CEconomic Growth and Poverty Reduction
  4. DGovernment Initiatives for Poverty Eradication
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Correct answer: (B) Multidimensional Poverty in India since 2005-06

Q13RRB ALP CBT-1, 25 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
Which of the following Sustainable Development Goals is highlighted as needing targeted efforts due to its score being below 50?
  1. AGoal 5 (Gender Equality)
  2. BGoal 15 (Life on Land)
  3. CGoal 13 (Climate Action)
  4. DGoal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth)
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Correct answer: (A) Goal 5 (Gender Equality)

Q14RRB ALP CBT-1, 25 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
A total of __________ Arjun awards were conferred during the National Sports Awards 2023.
  1. A21
  2. B31
  3. C26
  4. D18
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Correct answer: (C) 26

Q15RRB ALP CBT-1, 25 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
In May 2024, DRDO handed over _________ defence technology projects to IIT Bhubaneswar.
  1. Anine
  2. Bseven
  3. Cfive
  4. Deleven
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Correct answer: (A) nine

Q16RRB ALP CBT-1, 25 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
Who among the following is the Non-Playing Captain and Coach of Indian Chess team at Chess Olympiad 2024?
  1. AVikram Singh
  2. BSrinath Narayanan
  3. CAbhijit Ganguly
  4. DPendyala Harikrishna
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Correct answer: (B) Srinath Narayanan

Q17RRB ALP CBT-1, 25 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
Which Sikkimese craftsman, renowned for his skill in creating the 'Sumak Thyaktuk' (Lepcha traditional hat), was awarded the Padma Shri in 2024 for his contributions to art and cultural heritage?
  1. AJordan Lepcha
  2. BKarma Wangchuk
  3. CSonam Tshering
  4. DTashi Namgyal
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Correct answer: (A) Jordan Lepcha

Q18RRB ALP CBT-1, 25 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
In 2023, which institution implemented two-factor authentication for all e-way bill and e-invoice systems?
  1. ARBI
  2. BCBDT
  3. CCBIC
  4. DSEBI
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Correct answer: (C) CBIC

Q19RRB ALP CBT-1, 25 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
Which Indian Bharatanatyam dancer and film star, already awarded the Padma Shri in 1968, was honoured with the Padma Bhushan in 2024 during the Civil Investiture Ceremony?
  1. ARukmini Devi Arundale
  2. BVyjayanthimala
  3. CShobana
  4. DHema Malini
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Correct answer: (B) Vyjayanthimala

Q20RRB ALP CBT-1, 25 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
Who was appointed as the Director General of the Narcotics Control Bureau on 17 September 2024?
  1. AAnurag Garg
  2. BSanjay Arora
  3. CSamant Goel
  4. DRakesh Asthana
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Correct answer: (A) Anurag Garg

Q21RRB ALP CBT-1, 25 Nov 2024, Shift 3 (4:30 PM)
The Jivitputrika festival, which was in the news for an incident in September 2024, is primarily celebrated in which of the following states?
  1. AWest Bengal
  2. BOdisha
  3. CBihar
  4. DGujarat
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Correct answer: (C) Bihar

Q22RRB ALP CBT-1, 25 Nov 2024, Shift 3 (4:30 PM)
Who among the following is India's youngest Olympic medallist as of August 2024?
  1. AManu Bhaker
  2. BLakshya Sen
  3. CAman Sherawat
  4. DNeeraj Chopra
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Correct answer: (C) Aman Sherawat

Q23RRB ALP CBT-1, 25 Nov 2024, Shift 3 (4:30 PM)
Justice M Fathima Beevi was the first female Judge appointed to the Supreme Court of India in 1989. She passed away at the age of 96 on:
  1. A22 November 2023
  2. B23 November 2023
  3. C26 November 2023
  4. D25 November 2023
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Correct answer: (B) 23 November 2023

Q24RRB ALP CBT-1, 25 Nov 2024, Shift 3 (4:30 PM)
The Federation of International Hockey (FIH) Men's World Cup 2023 was conducted in _______.
  1. AAmaravati, Andhra Pradesh
  2. BKochi, Kerala
  3. CRourkela, Odisha
  4. DPatna, Bihar
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Correct answer: (C) Rourkela, Odisha

Q25RRB ALP CBT-1, 25 Nov 2024, Shift 3 (4:30 PM)
Who among the following has received the Vigyan Ratna Award in Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2024?
  1. AProf. Umesh Varshney
  2. BDr. Avesh Kumar Tyagi
  3. CDr. Anandharamakrishnan C
  4. DProf. Govindarajan Padmanabhan
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Correct answer: (D) Prof. Govindarajan Padmanabhan

Q26RRB ALP CBT-1, 25 Nov 2024, Shift 3 (4:30 PM)
Which legendary musician, known for his work in films like 'Amar Akbar Anthony' and 'Bobby', was awarded the Padma Bhushan on Republic Day 2024?
  1. APyarelal Sharma
  2. BLaxmikant Shantaram Kudalkar
  3. CRD Burman
  4. DIlaiyaraaja
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Correct answer: (A) Pyarelal Sharma

Q27RRB ALP CBT-1, 25 Nov 2024, Shift 3 (4:30 PM)
In the address regarding the Union Budget 2024, the Finance Minister highlighted key areas of focus for the upcoming year. Which of the following sectors was emphasised?
  1. AInfrastructure, Technology, Tourism and Environment
  2. BEducation, Sports, Culture and Entertainment
  3. CAgriculture, Defense, Space and Healthcare
  4. DEmployment, Skilling, MSMEs and the Middle Class
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Correct answer: (D) Employment, Skilling, MSMEs and the Middle Class

Q28RRB ALP CBT-1, 26 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
In which month was the Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra Awards 2024 organised by the Srjan-Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra Odissi Nrityabasa?
  1. AOctober
  2. BSeptember
  3. CAugust
  4. DJuly
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Correct answer: (B) September

Q29RRB ALP CBT-1, 26 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
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  1. ANaOH + Cl 2
  2. BNaHCO 3
  3. CNa CO 2 3
  4. DNaCl
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Correct answer: (A) NaOH + Cl 2

Q30RRB ALP CBT-1, 26 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
Shailesh Nayak has been conferred Padma Shri award in 2024 in which field?
  1. AScience and Engineering
  2. BMedicine
  3. CSports
  4. DLiterature & Education
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Correct answer: (A) Science and Engineering

Q31RRB ALP CBT-1, 26 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
The draft of the ‘Telecommunications (Administration of Digital Bharat Nidhi) Rules, 2024’ was published for public consultation on which date?
  1. A1 August 2024
  2. B30 June 2024
  3. C5 September 2024
  4. D4 July 2024
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Correct answer: (D) 4 July 2024

Q32RRB ALP CBT-1, 26 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
_____ has been honoured as an International Anti-Corruption Champion by the US government for the year 2023.
  1. ANikhil Dey
  2. BMedha Patkar
  3. CAnna Hazare
  4. DAruna Roy
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Correct answer: (A) Nikhil Dey

Q33RRB ALP CBT-1, 26 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
As of March 2024, what does Morgan Stanley's research forecast for India's GDP growth rate in FY25?
  1. A6.8%
  2. B2.4%
  3. C0.9%
  4. D12.5%
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Correct answer: (A) 6.8%

Q34RRB ALP CBT-1, 26 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
Indian women team won the Chess Olympiad 2024 title by defeating which of the following teams?
  1. AAzerbaizan
  2. BSpain
  3. CFrance
  4. DTaiwan
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Correct answer: (A) Azerbaizan

Q35RRB ALP CBT-1, 26 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
Khelo India Para games (2023) were held in _______________.
  1. ADispur
  2. BAhmedabad
  3. CPatna
  4. DNew Delhi
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Correct answer: (D) New Delhi

Q36RRB ALP CBT-1, 26 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
Who among the following participated in the United Nations 'World Climate Action Summit (COP28)' in Dubai?
  1. ARam Nath Kovind
  2. BNarendra Modi
  3. CJagdeep Dhankhar
  4. DDroupadi Murmu
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Correct answer: (B) Narendra Modi

Q37RRB ALP CBT-1, 26 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
Which Indian singer was awarded the Padma Bhushan award, one of India's highest civilian awards, for the first time in 2024?
  1. AAsha Bhosle
  2. BUsha Uthup
  3. CAlka Yagnik
  4. DLata Mangeshkar
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Correct answer: (B) Usha Uthup

Q38RRB ALP CBT-1, 26 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
Which department's Disaster Management Division organised the conference on 'Experience Sharing and Capacity Building in Disaster Management' in August 2024?
  1. ANational Institute of Disaster Management (NIDM)
  2. BNational Disaster Response Force (NDRF)
  3. CDepartment of Telecommunications (DoT)
  4. DMinistry of Communications
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Correct answer: (C) Department of Telecommunications (DoT)

Q39RRB ALP CBT-1, 26 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
In 2023, 'Garba' was declared as an intangible cultural heritage by UNESCO. Which of the following states is Garba from?
  1. AAssam
  2. BKerala
  3. CWest Bengal
  4. DGujarat
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Correct answer: (D) Gujarat

Q40RRB ALP CBT-1, 26 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
In which of the following are CFCs NOT used?
  1. AFire extinguishers
  2. BGrinders
  3. CAerosol sprays
  4. DRefrigerators
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Correct answer: (A) Fire extinguishers

Q41RRB ALP CBT-1, 26 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
IIT Bombay and __________ have partnered to develop India's first Quantum Diamond Microchip Imager.
  1. AMahindra and Mahindra
  2. BTCS
  3. CGoogle
  4. DL&T
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Correct answer: (B) TCS

Q42RRB ALP CBT-1, 26 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
In 2024, which company entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with iCreate to promote AI startups in India?
  1. AInfosys
  2. BMeta
  3. CGoogle
  4. DMicrosoft
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Correct answer: (D) Microsoft

Q43RRB ALP CBT-1, 26 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
The Sangameshwara Temple had been submerged in the backwaters of the Srisailam project due to heavy rainfall in the monsoon of 2024. This temple lies on the banks of which river?
  1. ANarmada
  2. BYamuna
  3. CKrishna
  4. DGanga
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Correct answer: (C) Krishna

Q44RRB ALP CBT-1, 26 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
Which of the following organisations is responsible for the development of the Long-Range Glide Bomb (LRGB), GAURAV, tested in August 2024?
  1. AIndian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
  2. BHindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
  3. CDefence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
  4. DIndian Navy
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Correct answer: (C) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)

Q45RRB ALP CBT-1, 26 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
The book authored by Vijay Lokpally on Virat Kohli in the year 2023 is __________________________.
  1. AThe Cover Shot: The Virat Kohli Story (Revised and Updated World Cup Edition)
  2. BThe Straight Drive: The Virat Kohli Story (Revised and Updated World Cup Edition)
  3. CDriven: The Virat Kohli Story (Revised and Updated World Cup Edition)
  4. DThe Cover Drive: The Virat Kohli Story (Revised and Updated World Cup Edition)
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Correct answer: (C) Driven: The Virat Kohli Story (Revised and Updated World Cup Edition)

Q46RRB ALP CBT-1, 26 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
The 2024 philately scholarship scheme was launched by the Department of Posts under the _______.
  1. ASarva Shiksha Abhiyan
  2. BPradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana
  3. CDeen Dayal SPARSH Yojan
  4. DDigital India Program
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Correct answer: (C) Deen Dayal SPARSH Yojan

Q47RRB ALP CBT-1, 26 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
Which sexually transmitted diseases are caused by a viruses?
  1. AWarts and Gonorrhoea
  2. BGonorrhoea and Syphilis
  3. CSyphilis and AIDS
  4. DWarts and AIDS
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Correct answer: (C) Syphilis and AIDS

Q48RRB ALP CBT-1, 26 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
In October 2023, Prime Minister Narendra Modi formally announced India's interest in bidding for the _______ Olympics at the 141 st IOC Session.
  1. A2028
  2. B2040
  3. C2036
  4. D2032
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Correct answer: (C) 2036

Q49RRB ALP CBT-1, 26 Nov 2024, Shift 3 (4:30 PM)
Under which Section of the Telecommunications Act, 2023, was the Universal Service Obligation Fund renamed as Digital Bharat Nidhi?
  1. ASection 24(1)
  2. BSection 12(3)
  3. CSection 20(1)
  4. DSection 30(2)
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Correct answer: (A) Section 24(1)

Q50RRB ALP CBT-1, 26 Nov 2024, Shift 3 (4:30 PM)
Which of the following Indian states hosted the 2023 Hornbill Music Festival?
  1. AKerala
  2. BNagaland
  3. COdisha
  4. DGujarat
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Correct answer: (B) Nagaland

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