1. 'Perhaps the earliest work of Archimedes that we have is that on plane equilibrium. In this - some fundamental principles of mechanics are set forth as rigorous geometric propositions. The work opens with famous postulate equal weights at equal distances are in equilibrium; equal weights at unequal distances are not in equilibrium - but incline toward the weight at the greater distance' According to the above passage - which one of the following values can be assigned to the statement in equal weights at in equal distances are in disequilibrium?

2. 'Some philosophers believe that a concept which cannot be verified can still be valid because of its inner logic which ennobles it.' In the light of the above statement - decide the status of the statement given below. Statement: 'Every person has certain inherent and inalienable rights which must be protected by Rule of Law.'

3. Directions: In each of the following questions - a related pair of words is followed by four pairs of words or phrases. Select the pair that best expresses a relationship Similar to the one expressed in the question pair. Sorrow: Misery

4. Directions: In each of the following questions - a related pair of words is followed by four pairs of words or phrases. Select the pair that best expresses a relationship Similar to the one expressed in the question pair. Nuts: Bolts

5. Yoga has become a very popular exercise - but it may not be for everyone. If you are interested in high energy and fast workouts - yoga may not be the best choice. Therefore - evaluate your fitness requirement before joining yoga classes. This paragraph best supports the statement that:

6. Directions: In each of the following questions two words are paired which have a certain relation. Select a correct option to substitute question-mark so as to make a Page | 125 Similar relational pair with the word given after double colon (::). Executive: President:: Judiciary:?

7. Directions: Each question consists of legal propositions/principles and facts. These principles have to be applied to the given facts to arrive at the most reasonable conclusion. Assume principles to be true for the purposes of this section. Principle: Ignorance of law excuses no one. Facts: 'X' fails to file his income tax returns for a considerable number of years. The Income Tax department Serves upon him a 'show-cause notice' as to why proceedings should not be initiated against him for the recovery of the income tax due from him with interest and penalty. Which of the following derivations is CORRECT?

8. Directions: The following six questions comprise of one or more statements. Please answer the questions on the basis of the given statements. Please make the factual assumptions required by the question even if you believe the statement is false. 'Where there is poverty - there are always thieves'. Which of the following statements - if true - would show that the above statement is false?

9. Directions: A principle/ principles and a fact Situation are given in the following questions. Decide only on the basis of the principle(s). Principles: X propounds the principle that everyone in this world always Speaks lies. Facts: X wants to know whether this principle is logically true or false

10. China has a higher literacy rate than India. This is due to the greater efficiency of the Communist system. Efficiency is sorely lacking in India's democratic system. Therefore - democracy is the biggest obstacle to India's achieving 100% literacy. Which of the following - if true - would directly undermine the above argument?

11. Directions: Read the passage and answer the questions based on it.The tribes should develop their own culture and make their contributions to the cultural richness of the country ________ it is unnecessary to cause them to change their customs - habits - or diversions so far as to make themselves indistinguishable from other classes. To do so would be to rob rural and pastoral life of its color and stimulating diversity. Which of the following claims runs directly counter to the spirit of the passage above?

12. Directions: Four of the given five options are alike in a certain way and form a group. Which is the one that does not belong to that group in the following questions? (1) 217 (2) 143 (3) 214 (4) 171 (5) 131

13. Instructions: Each question below consists of one Assertion (A) and one Reason (R). Examine them and Select the correct answers. A: The nomadic herders Slaughter their animals for meat. R: Animals form the chief Source of food and livelihood for nomadic herders.

14. Directions: Each question below is followed by arguments. Choose the most appropriate choice from the options given. Question: Should the Judiciary be independent of Executive and Legislature? Argument I: Yes - this is necessary to ensure impartiality in the administration of Justice. Argument II: No - it will develop inertia in Executive and Legislature.

15. Directions: Each question below two words are paired which have certain relationships. Choose the appropriate word from answer options.Governor: President:: Chief Minster:?

16. Directions: Given below is a pair of events I and II. You have to decide their nature of relationship. Assume that the given information is correct and final. I. More and more students are opting for legal education. II. Bar Council of India has introduced Bar Examination.

17. Statement: The Supreme Court of India is encouraging Public Interest Litigation Reasons: I. To increase the reach of justice to the disadvantaged sections of society. II. To quicken the pace of Justice Identify the correct reason for the aforementioned statement.

18. Exploitation of poor rich can be stemmed only if the State exercises complete control over agriculture and industrial production. But state control is beset by two evils; corruption and delay. The net result is that if man tries to escape from one evil - then he is trapped by another Suffering. Hence - is inescapable. The argument presented above seems to imply the following conclusions. Identify the one which is least dubious. Apply common sense.

19. the election. Assuming that every statement is true - identify from among the given alternatives the one which strictly follows from the passage.

20. Directions: Point out the entry which does not form a class with the other entries in the following questions.

21. Directions: Each question below two words are paired which have certain relationships. Choose the appropriate word from answer options.King: Royal:: Saint:?

22. 'Perhaps the earliest work of Archimedes that we have is that on plane equilibrium. In this - some fundamental principles of mechanics are set forth as rigorous geometric propositions. The work opens with famous postulate equal weights at equal distances are in equilibrium; equal weights at unequal distances are not in equilibrium - but incline toward the weight at the greater distance' According to this passage - which factor or factors determine equilibrium?

23. Directions: In each of the following questions - a related pair of words is followed by four pairs of words or phrases. Select the pair that best expresses a relationship Similar to the one expressed in the question pair. Book: Author

24. (A) The number of people migrating into Bengaluru has increased significantly in recent years. (B) This is because Bengaluru provides more economic opportunities than the towns and villages from which these migrants come. (C) This sudden influx of migrants has made the city less pleasant to live in. (D) The success of the government's rural employment guarantee act might have the eff ect of Stemming some rural-urban migration. Which one of the above statements is best described as an assertion of opinion rather than an assertion of fact?

25. Directions: Each question below are given one Statement and two assumptions I and II. Examine the Statements and shade the correct assumption which is implicit in the statement. Statement: Detergents should be used to clean cloths. Assumptions: I. Detergent form more lather. II. Detergent helps to dislodge grease and dirt.