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Q51RRB ALP CBT-1, 26 Nov 2024, Shift 3 (4:30 PM)
In 2024, which bank partnered with Veefin Solutions to launch the SmartFin, a digital supply-chain finance platform?
  1. AHDFC Bank
  2. BYES Bank
  3. CUCO Bank
  4. DICICI Bank
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Correct answer: (B) YES Bank

Q52RRB ALP CBT-1, 26 Nov 2024, Shift 3 (4:30 PM)
In June 2024, which of the following Indian cities was officially recognised as World Craft City by the World Crafts Council?
  1. AKolkata
  2. BSrinagar
  3. CNew Delhi
  4. DBhopal
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Correct answer: (B) Srinagar

Q53RRB ALP CBT-1, 26 Nov 2024, Shift 3 (4:30 PM)
The joint exercise involving the Indian Army's Kharga Corps and the Indian Air Force in 2024 was conducted in which state?
  1. APunjab
  2. BRajasthan
  3. CHaryana
  4. DGujarat
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Correct answer: (A) Punjab

Q54RRB ALP CBT-1, 26 Nov 2024, Shift 3 (4:30 PM)
Which award has been conferred to Narayan Chakraborty for his contribution in Science and Engineering in 2024?
  1. ABharat Ratna
  2. BPadma Shri
  3. CPadma Vibhusan
  4. DPadma Bhusan
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Correct answer: (B) Padma Shri

Q55RRB ALP CBT-1, 26 Nov 2024, Shift 3 (4:30 PM)
As of September 2024, who among the following Indian Cricketers has a record of scoring 6 centuries and 522 wickets in test cricket to his credit?
  1. ARavindra Jadeja
  2. BHardik Pandya
  3. CRavichandra Ashwin
  4. DAkshar Patel
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Correct answer: (C) Ravichandra Ashwin

Q56RRB ALP CBT-1, 26 Nov 2024, Shift 3 (4:30 PM)
Variegated leaves are found in which of the following plants?
  1. ABanana
  2. BNeem
  3. CCroton
  4. DRose
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Correct answer: (C) Croton

Q57RRB ALP CBT-1, 27 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
Who among the following was appointed as the Brand Ambassador of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways of the Government of India?
  1. AP R Shreejesh
  2. BSarabjot Singh
  3. CNeeraj Chopra
  4. DManu Bhaker
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Correct answer: (D) Manu Bhaker

Q58RRB ALP CBT-1, 27 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
What recent decision did the Union Cabinet make regarding the Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY scheme on 11 September 2024?
  1. ATo extend benefits to all citizens aged 70 and above
  2. BTo increase the coverage amount for all citizens
  3. CTo discontinue the scheme
  4. DTo limit coverage to only low-income families
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Correct answer: (A) To extend benefits to all citizens aged 70 and above

Q59RRB ALP CBT-1, 27 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
On which date did the Department of Posts launch the philately scholarship scheme in 2024?
  1. A15 August 2024
  2. B24 August 2024
  3. C5 September 2024
  4. D20 July 2024
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Correct answer: (B) 24 August 2024

Q60RRB ALP CBT-1, 27 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
The final match for Irani Trophy 2024-25, which was won by Mumbai, was conducted at _______.
  1. APatna
  2. BHyderabad
  3. CLucknow
  4. DAhmedabad
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Correct answer: (C) Lucknow

Q61RRB ALP CBT-1, 27 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
Which of the following receptors help in the detection of taste?
  1. AOlfactory receptors
  2. BGustatory receptors
  3. CPhotoreceptors
  4. DPhonoreceptors
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Correct answer: (B) Gustatory receptors

Q62RRB ALP CBT-1, 27 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
The Artisan Mahakumbh 2024, organised by the Government of India in Mumbai, was held to promote artisans under which of the following schemes?
  1. APradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana
  2. BUSTAAD (Upgrading the Skills and Training in Traditional Arts/Crafts for Development)
  3. CPrime Minister's Employment Generation Programme
  4. DScheme of Fund for Regeneration of Traditional Industries (SFURTI)
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Correct answer: (B) USTAAD (Upgrading the Skills and Training in Traditional Arts/Crafts for Development)

Q63RRB ALP CBT-1, 27 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
Which of the following is the highest award in the Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar awards?
  1. AVigyan Vajra
  2. BVigyan Mahan
  3. CVigyan Shri
  4. DVigyan Ratna
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Correct answer: (D) Vigyan Ratna

Q64RRB ALP CBT-1, 27 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
In 2024, which country is cooperating with India to counter China's military assertiveness and has discussed technology transfer for UNICORN at the 2+2 ministerial dialogue?
  1. AJapan
  2. BFrance
  3. CThe United States of America
  4. DAustralia
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Correct answer: (A) Japan

Q65RRB ALP CBT-1, 27 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
Which of the following singers was awarded the Padma Shri in 2024 for his significant contributions to Himachali folk and classical music?
  1. AHansraj Raghuwanshi
  2. BSom Datt Battu
  3. CKuldeep Sharma
  4. DMohit Chauhan
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Correct answer: (B) Som Datt Battu

Q66RRB ALP CBT-1, 27 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
In 2023, India imported crude oil from which country, making payments in Indian Rupees (₹), as part of the Rupee-Dirham trade agreement?
  1. ARussia
  2. BUAE
  3. CQatar
  4. DOman
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Correct answer: (B) UAE

Q67RRB ALP CBT-1, 27 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
Select the option that shows all biodegradable substances.
  1. AEggshells, Tea leaves, Potato peelings
  2. BBubble packs, Vegetable peelings, Stale bread
  3. CGlass bottle, Milk packets, Egg shells, Banana peel
  4. DMedicine bottle, Old shoe, Stale biscuits
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Correct answer: (A) Eggshells, Tea leaves, Potato peelings

Q68RRB ALP CBT-1, 27 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
Which off the following is the roadmap to achieve development and child protection priorities aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?
  1. AMission Surksha
  2. BMission Vardan
  3. CMission Vatsalya
  4. DMission Arpan
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Correct answer: (C) Mission Vatsalya

Q69RRB ALP CBT-1, 27 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
Who among the following won the Gold medal at Paralympics in the Women's 10m air rifle standing SH1 Shooting category?
  1. AAmulya Choudhary
  2. BManisha Agarwal
  3. CAvani Lekhara
  4. DPreeti Pal
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Correct answer: (C) Avani Lekhara

Q70RRB ALP CBT-1, 27 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
In June 2024, the Indian Army opened the Khalubar War Memorial to tourists, which is located in ______, India.
  1. ANew Delhi
  2. BLadakh
  3. CBengaluru
  4. DChandigarh
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Correct answer: (B) Ladakh

Q71RRB ALP CBT-1, 27 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
Which union territory became the first to achieve full functional literacy under the ULLAS-Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram?
  1. AChandigarh
  2. BLadakh
  3. CPuducherry
  4. DLakshadweep
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Correct answer: (B) Ladakh

Q72RRB ALP CBT-1, 27 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
What is the name of Bhim Singh's book launched on August 11, 2024?
  1. A75 Great Revolutionaries of India
  2. BUnsung Warriors of India
  3. CLegends of Indian Revolution
  4. DHeroes of Indian Freedom
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Correct answer: (A) 75 Great Revolutionaries of India

Q73RRB ALP CBT-1, 27 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
As of 2024, how many members are there in the steering committee of the GlobE Network, in which India has been elected as a member, as announced by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)?
  1. A20
  2. B15
  3. C12
  4. D10
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Correct answer: (B) 15

Q74RRB ALP CBT-1, 27 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
How many sports personalities have received Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Awards in National Sports Awards 2023?
  1. A5
  2. B3
  3. C6
  4. D2
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Correct answer: (D) 2

Q75RRB ALP CBT-1, 27 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
Which award has been conferred to Ms. Prema Dhanraj in the field of Medicine in 2024?
  1. ABharat Ratna
  2. BPadma Bhusan
  3. CPadma Shri
  4. DPadma Vibhusan
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Correct answer: (C) Padma Shri

Q76RRB ALP CBT-1, 27 Nov 2024, Shift 3 (4:30 PM)
How much venture capital fund would be set up for space economy in India as announced by the Finance Minister in the Annual Financial Statement 2024-25?
  1. A₹500 crore
  2. B₹1,500 crore
  3. C₹1,000 crore
  4. D₹700 crore
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Correct answer: (C) ₹1,000 crore

Q77RRB ALP CBT-1, 27 Nov 2024, Shift 3 (4:30 PM)
In 2024, what has been the main focus of the pavilions displayed at the India Art, Architecture, and Design Biennale?
  1. AInteractive technology exhibits
  2. BIndian film and photography
  3. CContemporary art and innovative designs
  4. DTraditional crafts and modern architecture
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Correct answer: (C) Contemporary art and innovative designs

Q78RRB ALP CBT-1, 27 Nov 2024, Shift 3 (4:30 PM)
Who among the following was appointed as Minister of Health and Family Welfare in June 2024?
  1. ASarbananda Sonowal
  2. BShivraj Singh Chouhan
  3. CJagat Prakash Nadda
  4. DManohar Lal
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Correct answer: (C) Jagat Prakash Nadda

Q79RRB ALP CBT-1, 27 Nov 2024, Shift 3 (4:30 PM)
According to the 2024-25 Indian Union Budget, the Government has allocated increased funding towards schemes like 'Sambal' from ₹462 crore in the previous fiscal year to _____.
  1. A₹523 crore
  2. B₹453 crore
  3. C₹756 crore
  4. D₹629 crore
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Correct answer: (D) ₹629 crore

Q80RRB ALP CBT-1, 27 Nov 2024, Shift 3 (4:30 PM)
Who among the following is the author of the book 'I Have the Streets - A Kutty Cricket Story'?
  1. ARavichandran Ashwin
  2. BSachin Tendulkar
  3. CSourav Ganguly
  4. DKuldeep Yadav
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Correct answer: (A) Ravichandran Ashwin

Q81RRB ALP CBT-1, 27 Nov 2024, Shift 3 (4:30 PM)
What is the primary purpose of the Artara’24 Fine Arts Exhibition and Competition?
  1. ATo promote art tourism
  2. BTo conduct art workshops
  3. CTo sell artworks
  4. DTo discover and nurture emerging artistic talents
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Correct answer: (D) To discover and nurture emerging artistic talents

Q82RRB ALP CBT-1, 27 Nov 2024, Shift 3 (4:30 PM)
Which of the following teams was the winner of the 10 th season of Pro Kabaddi League?
  1. APink Panthers
  2. BPatna Pirates
  3. CPuneri Paltan
  4. DHaryana Steelers
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Correct answer: (C) Puneri Paltan

Q83RRB ALP CBT-1, 28 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
On 26 June 2024, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) handed over which of the following to the Indian Navy?
  1. ALong Range Surface-to-Air Missile
  2. BAdvanced Torpedo
  3. CAnti-Submarine Warfare Helicopter
  4. DMedium Range-Microwave Obscurant Chaff Rocket (MR-MOCR)
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Correct answer: (D) Medium Range-Microwave Obscurant Chaff Rocket (MR-MOCR)

Q84RRB ALP CBT-1, 28 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
Which of the following teams was the winner of the 17 th Edition of Indian Premier league in 2024?
  1. AKolkata Knightriders
  2. BMumbai Indians
  3. CDelhi Capitals
  4. DGujarat Titans
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Correct answer: (A) Kolkata Knightriders

Q85RRB ALP CBT-1, 28 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
HD Kumaraswamy, who won from Mandya parliamentary seat in Karnataka in 2024 general elections and became Minister of Heavy Industries, belongs to which political party?
  1. ABhartiya Janata Party
  2. BJanata Dal (S)
  3. CCommunist Party of India
  4. DBSR Congress
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Correct answer: (B) Janata Dal (S)

Q86RRB ALP CBT-1, 28 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
What repo rate was declared by the Reserve Bank of India’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) on 9 th October 2024?
  1. A6.25%
  2. B6.10%
  3. C6.75%
  4. D6.50%
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Correct answer: (D) 6.50%

Q87RRB ALP CBT-1, 28 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
In 2024, which program organised youth exchange visits across states, focusing on the '5 Ps', namely Paryatan (Tourism), Parampara (Traditions), Pragati (Development), Paraspar Sampark (People-to-people connect) and Prodyogiki (Technology)?
  1. ABharat Parv
  2. BYuva Sangam
  3. CIndia Unites
  4. DNational Youth Exchange
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Correct answer: (B) Yuva Sangam

Q88RRB ALP CBT-1, 28 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
On which date did India and the USA sign their first-ever Cultural Property Agreement (CPA)?
  1. A20 June 2024
  2. B10 August 2024
  3. C26 July 2024
  4. D15 May 2024
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Correct answer: (C) 26 July 2024

Q89RRB ALP CBT-1, 28 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
When did the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) organise the Startup India Innovation Week 2024?
  1. A12 January 2024 to 20 January 2024
  2. B11 January 2024 to 19 January 2024
  3. C13 January 2024 to 21 January 2024
  4. D10 January 2024 to 18 January 2024
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Correct answer: (D) 10 January 2024 to 18 January 2024

Q90RRB ALP CBT-1, 28 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan will improve the socio-economic condition of tribal communities, covering around _____ villages as per Union Budget 2024-25.
  1. A76,000
  2. B63,000
  3. C56,000
  4. D53,000
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Correct answer: (B) 63,000

Q91RRB ALP CBT-1, 28 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
According to the Economic Survey 2023-24, India's cumulative installed solar power capacity reached _____ on 30 April 2024, after adding 15.03 GW in 2023-24.
  1. A89.64 GW
  2. B86.64 GW
  3. C80.64 GW
  4. D82.64 GW
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Correct answer: (D) 82.64 GW

Q92RRB ALP CBT-1, 28 Nov 2024, Shift 1 (9:00 AM)
Who among the following were the co-flag bearers for India in the closing ceremony of Paris Olympics 2024?
  1. AManu Bhaker and Neeraj Chopra
  2. BSwapnil Kusale and Aman Sehrawat
  3. CNeeraj Chopra and PR Sreejesh
  4. DManu Bhaker and PR Sreejesh
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Correct answer: (D) Manu Bhaker and PR Sreejesh

Q93RRB ALP CBT-1, 28 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024 that aims to prevent unfair means in public examinations and common entrance tests held across the country, came into effect in which month of 2024?
  1. AAugust
  2. BJune
  3. CMay
  4. DJuly
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Correct answer: (B) June

Q94RRB ALP CBT-1, 28 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
As per Women, Business and the Law 2024 (WBL2024), India scores ____ out of 100.0.
  1. A71.4
  2. B74.4
  3. C70.4
  4. D75.4
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Correct answer: (B) 74.4

Q95RRB ALP CBT-1, 28 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
ICICI Bank has partnered with which of the following agencies in October 2024 to provide instant credit on UPI for pre- approved customers, offering up to ₹2 lakh credit with a 45-day repayment period?
  1. AGoogle Pay
  2. BPhonePe
  3. CBharatPe
  4. DPaytm
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Correct answer: (B) PhonePe

Q96RRB ALP CBT-1, 28 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
For how many days will the Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav be celebrated in December 2024?
  1. AFour days
  2. BOne day
  3. CTwo days
  4. DThree days
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Correct answer: (D) Three days

Q97RRB ALP CBT-1, 28 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
Who became the first woman fighter pilot to join the elite 18 'Flying Bullets' squadron in 2024?
  1. ABhawana Kanth
  2. BMohana Singh
  3. CAvani Chaturvedi
  4. DShivangi Singh
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Correct answer: (B) Mohana Singh

Q98RRB ALP CBT-1, 28 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
Where was the Fifth Global Standards Symposium (GSS-24) held?
  1. ABengaluru
  2. BChennai
  3. CNew Delhi
  4. DMumbai
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Correct answer: (C) New Delhi

Q99RRB ALP CBT-1, 28 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
_______ was awarded the Green Energy Champion Award for 2023-24 at a meeting hosted by the Indian Wind Power Association in Coimbatore on 18 August 2024.
  1. AUttar Pradesh
  2. BAndhra Pradesh
  3. CGujarat
  4. DKerala
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Correct answer: (B) Andhra Pradesh

Q100RRB ALP CBT-1, 28 Nov 2024, Shift 2 (12:30 PM)
Which of the following teams was the winner of 2 nd edition of Women's Premier League?
  1. ARoyal Challengers Bangalore (Bengaluru)
  2. BUP Warriorz
  3. CDelhi Capitals
  4. DMumbai Indians
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Correct answer: (A) Royal Challengers Bangalore (Bengaluru)

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