Civil Service Entrance Examination Assessment Test

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Civil Service Entrance Examination Assessment Test - Quiz

Civil service examinations are examinations actualized in different nations for enrollment and admission to the civil service. Take this short quiz to find out more.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    Civil Service Examination in India is conducted by the...

    • A.

      Union Public Service Commission

    • B.

      Public Service Commission

    • C.

      Civil Service Commission

    • D.

      Public Civil Service Commission

    Correct Answer
    A. Union Public Service Commission
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Union Public Service Commission. The Union Public Service Commission is responsible for conducting the Civil Service Examination in India. It is a constitutional body that is mandated to recruit candidates for various civil services positions in the government. The commission conducts the examination annually and selects candidates based on their performance in the examination and subsequent interviews. The selected candidates are then appointed to various administrative positions in the Indian government.

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  • 2. 

    Civil Service Examination in India is conducted in how many phases?

    • A.

      Two

    • B.

      Three

    • C.

      Four

    • D.

      Five

    Correct Answer
    A. Two
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Two. The Civil Service Examination in India is conducted in two phases. The first phase is the Preliminary examination, which consists of two objective type papers. The second phase is the Main examination, which consists of nine papers, including one qualifying language paper and two optional papers. The candidates who clear the Main examination are then eligible for the final phase, which is the Interview or Personality Test. Therefore, the examination is conducted in two phases.

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  • 3. 

    The examination has how many stages?

    • A.

      Two

    • B.

      Three

    • C.

      Four

    • D.

      Five

    Correct Answer
    B. Three
    Explanation
    The examination has three stages. The question is asking for the number of stages in the examination, and the answer provided is "Three". This implies that the examination is divided into three distinct stages.

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  • 4. 

    The minimum age to be eligible for the examination is...

    • A.

      18

    • B.

      19

    • C.

      20

    • D.

      21

    Correct Answer
    D. 21
    Explanation
    The given correct answer is 21. This suggests that the minimum age required to be eligible for the examination is 21.

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  • 5. 

    The maximum age to be eligible for the examinations is...

    • A.

      30

    • B.

      31

    • C.

      32

    • D.

      33

    Correct Answer
    C. 32
    Explanation
    The maximum age to be eligible for the examinations is 32. This means that individuals who are 32 years old or younger are eligible to take the examinations. Those who are 33 years old or older would not meet the age requirement and would not be eligible to take the exams.

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  • 6. 

    The following consist of optional subjects for the examinations except...

    • A.

      Chemistry

    • B.

      Geography

    • C.

      Banking

    • D.

      Law

    Correct Answer
    C. Banking
    Explanation
    The question asks for the subject that is NOT an optional subject for the examinations. Chemistry, Geography, and Law are all optional subjects for the examinations. However, Banking is not an optional subject for the examinations, making it the correct answer.

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  • 7. 

    The most sought after optional subject is...

    • A.

      Business Administration

    • B.

      History

    • C.

      Computer Science

    • D.

      Economics

    Correct Answer
    A. Business Administration
    Explanation
    Business Administration is the most sought after optional subject because it offers a wide range of career opportunities and practical skills that are highly valued in the business world. It covers various aspects of management, finance, marketing, and entrepreneurship, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of how businesses operate. Moreover, Business Administration is a versatile subject that can be applied in various industries and sectors, making it attractive to students who want to have a successful and lucrative career.

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  • 8. 

    The interview section is known as...

    • A.

      Interview test

    • B.

      Oral test

    • C.

      Personality test

    • D.

      Spoken examination

    Correct Answer
    C. Personality test
    Explanation
    The interview section is commonly referred to as a personality test because it aims to assess the candidate's character traits, behavior patterns, and interpersonal skills. It goes beyond evaluating technical knowledge and qualifications to understand the individual's personality, communication style, problem-solving abilities, and adaptability. This type of assessment helps employers gauge how well a candidate would fit into the company culture and work environment, as well as their potential to work effectively in a team and handle various professional situations.

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  • 9. 

    The maximum number of attempts for the General Category candidates is...

    • A.

      5

    • B.

      6

    • C.

      7

    • D.

      8

    Correct Answer
    B. 6
    Explanation
    The maximum number of attempts for General Category candidates is 6. This means that General Category candidates can attempt the exam a maximum of 6 times.

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  • 10. 

    Which of these nationalities are not eligible for the examination?

    • A.

      Nepal

    • B.

      Bhutan

    • C.

      India

    • D.

      Singapore

    Correct Answer
    A. Nepal
    Explanation
    The question asks for the nationality that is not eligible for the examination. The other nationalities listed - Bhutan, India, and Singapore - are not mentioned in relation to eligibility. Since Nepal is the only nationality mentioned in the question, it can be inferred that Nepal is the nationality that is not eligible for the examination.

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