GDS To MTS Question Paper 2025 Uttar Pradesh Circle

In any case in which a postmaster has good reason to suspect that the contents of any postal article are likely to injure the mails or harm the person of any one engaged in the postal service he is directed to detain the suspected article and to refer the case at once for the orders of the Head of the Circle.

Article fastened with pins will be returned at once to the senders, if the irregularity is detected at the office of posting.

If detected subsequently, they will be returned through the Returned Letter Office, the pins being first removed.

India Post, the Universal Postal Union's International Financial System (IFS) Money Order (IFS-MO) service is currently operational in just two countries: France (La Poste Group) and the UAE (Emirates Post).

The maximum weight limit for the International Tracked Packet Service (ITPS) is 5 kg, effective from April 1, 2025. However, for certain countries, the maximum weight limit remains 2 kg. Prior to this update, the general maximum weight limit for this service was 2 kg.

Based on the traditional Post Office Guide Part-I (Clause 252), if an Indian Postal Order (IPO) is not presented for payment within its initial currency period (which was historically six months), a second commission at the prescribed rates is charged, which must be paid by affixing postage stamps to the back of the order.

Important Update for Latest Exams:
Please note that under the new Post Office Regulations 2024 (Regulation 158), the initial currency period has been extended. Currently, an IPO is valid for 24 months from the last day of the month of issue without any additional charge.

If it is not presented within those 24 months, it can still be encashed up to 36 months by paying the second commission. After 36 months, the order becomes void and the amount is forfeited.

According to the updated postal rules, the transmission of gold coin or bullion is only prohibited if its value exceeds Rs. 5,00,000 (Five Lakh)

According to the updated postal guidelines, this deposit should be replenished by a sum of not less than Rs. 200/-.

If the balance in the account falls below the value of a single order plus handling charges, the account becomes inoperative. To bring the account back into operation, a fresh deposit of a minimum of Rs. 200/- must be made.

(Note: The older 1985 Post Office Guide originally set this minimum replenishment amount at Rs. 50.)

According to the rules regarding franking machine licenses, the standard fee for a license (which is valid for 5 years) is ₹375. However, in the case of a late renewal (when the license has expired), an additional penalty of ₹100 is charged, making the total renewal fee ₹475.

The Deen Dayal SPARSH Yojana (Scholarship for Promotion of Aptitude & Research in Stamps as a Hobby) is a scholarship scheme designed by the Department of Posts to promote philately among children. According to the scheme's guidelines, it specifically targets and awards students in the class category of Standard VI to IX.

Therefore, out of the given options, only a Class VI student is eligible to participate, as Class V and Class X fall outside the eligible range.

The Constitution of India explicitly prohibits discrimination on the grounds of religion under Article 15.

The other relevant Fundamental Rights are:

• Article 29: Protects the interests of minorities by safeguarding their language, script, and culture.
• Article 30: Grants minorities the right to establish and administer educational institutions.
• Article 26: Allows every religious denomination to manage its own religious affairs.

Extra Exam Facts:

• Fundamental Rights are enshrined in Part III of the Constitution (Articles 12–35).
• The concept of Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution was inspired by the Bill of Rights of the U.S. Constitution.

The concept of vesting residual powers in the Centre is borrowed from the Canadian Constitution.

Other important constitutional borrowings:

• Judicial Review – Borrowed from the United States (USA).
• Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) – Borrowed from Ireland.
• Office of the Speaker and their role – Influenced by the British Parliamentary System.

Extra Exam Facts:

• From Canada, India also borrowed:

  • The concept of a federation with a strong Centre.
  • The appointment of State Governors by the Centre.

According to the Third Advance Estimate 2024-25, Maharashtra has emerged as the highest soybean producing state. Extra Exam Facts: Madhya Pradesh historically held the title of the 'Soyabean State' of India, but Maharashtra has frequently overtaken it in recent production estimates due to favorable yields and expanded acreage. India is among the top 5 soybean producers globally.

The Khajuraho group of monuments was built by the Chandela dynasty between 950 AD and 1050 AD.

Extra Exam Facts: Located in Madhya Pradesh, Khajuraho is a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its Nagara-style architectural symbolism and erotic sculptures. The Kandariya Mahadeva Temple is the largest and most famous temple in the complex.

The Mimamsa school, one of the six orthodox (astika) schools of Indian philosophy, strongly emphasizes the authority of the Vedas. Ethical action (dharma) is dictated by Vedic commands (vidhi) and rituals.

Extra Exam Facts: Purva Mimamsa was founded by Sage Jaimini. Unlike Vedanta (Uttara Mimamsa) which focuses on Moksha (liberation) and Brahman, Purva Mimamsa focuses strictly on Dharma through the adherence to Vedic rituals and duties.

Gandhi's Theory of Trusteeship posits that wealthy individuals should act as 'trustees' of their wealth, holding and using it for the welfare of the community rather than for selfish desires, emphasizing moral conscience over state coercion.

Extra Exam Facts: This socio-economic philosophy aimed to bridge the gap between the rich and the poor without resorting to violence or extreme state control (like communism). It heavily influenced several Indian industrialists of his time, such as Jamnalal Bajaj.

Mahatma Gandhi abruptly called off the Non-Cooperation Movement after the Chauri Chaura incident in February 1922, when a violent mob set fire to a police station, killing 22 policemen.

Extra Exam Facts:

• Gandhi was a staunch advocate of Ahimsa (non-violence) and believed that the masses were not yet ready for a completely non-violent mass movement.
• The suspension of the movement led to the formation of the Swaraj Party by C.R. Das and Motilal Nehru.

The Tropic of Cancer does not pass through Uttar Pradesh.

Extra Exam Facts:

• The Tropic of Cancer (23.5° North latitude) passes through 8 Indian states:

  1. Gujarat
  2. Rajasthan
  3. Madhya Pradesh
  4. Chhattisgarh
  5. Jharkhand
  6. West Bengal
  7. Tripura
  8. Mizoram

• It effectively divides India into the tropical and sub-tropical climatic zones.

The statement "Khardung La lies on the Pir Panjal Range" is incorrect because Khardung La is located on the Ladakh Range, north of Leh.

Extra Exam Facts:

• Khardung La is one of the highest motorable mountain passes in the world and serves as the gateway to the Shyok and Nubra Valleys.
• Zoji La connects Srinagar with Leh.
• Banihal Pass connects the Kashmir Valley with the outer Himalayas and the plains.

Among the given options, the Tapi (Tapti) River is the longest, with a length of approximately 724 km.

Extra Exam Facts:

• The Tapi is a major west-flowing river of peninsular India.

• It originates in the Satpura Range in Madhya Pradesh and empties into the Arabian Sea.

• Approximate lengths of the other rivers are:

  • Pennar – 597 km
  • Mahi – 580 km
  • Subarnarekha – 395 km

To find the average speed when the distances are equal, we use the formula: $\text{Average Speed} = \frac{2xy}{x + y}$. Here, $x = 60\text{ km/hr}$ and $y = 40\text{ km/hr}$. Substituting the values: $\text{Average Speed} = \frac{2 \times 60 \times 40}{60 + 40} = \frac{4800}{100} = 48\text{ km/hr}$.

We can use the work formula: $M_1 \times D_1 \times H_1 = M_2 \times D_2 \times H_2$, where $M$ is workers, $D$ is days, and $H$ is hours. Substituting the given values: $15 \times 24 \times 8 = 20 \times D_2 \times 6$. Simplifying this gives: $2880 = 120 \times D_2$. Therefore, $D_2 = \frac{2880}{120} = 24\text{ days}$.

Using BODMAS rule to solve the expression $8 + 6 \times (5 - 3)^2 \div 2$. First, solve the brackets: $(5 - 3) = 2$. Next, solve the exponent: $2^2 = 4$. The expression becomes $8 + 6 \times 4 \div 2$. Then, perform division: $4 \div 2 = 2$. The expression is now $8 + 6 \times 2$. Next, perform multiplication: $6 \times 2 = 12$. Finally, addition: $8 + 12 = 20$.

Using BODMAS rule for the expression $36 \div 3 \times (4 + 2) - 5$. First, solve the bracket: $(4 + 2) = 6$. The expression becomes $36 \div 3 \times 6 - 5$. Next, perform division: $36 \div 3 = 12$. The expression is now $12 \times 6 - 5$. Next, multiply: $12 \times 6 = 72$. Finally, subtract: $72 - 5 = 67$.

Marked Price (MP) = 800. Discount = 10% of 800 = $800 \times \frac{10}{100} = 80$. Selling Price (SP) = MP - Discount = $800 - 80 = 720$. The shopkeeper makes a profit of 20%, so $SP = CP + 20\% \text{ of } CP = 1.2 \times CP$. Therefore, $1.2 \times CP = 720$, which means $CP = \frac{720}{1.2} = 600$. The cost price was 600.

Let the initial total weight be $8 \times 65 = 520\text{ kg}$. Let the weight of the new person be $x$. After one person of 70 kg leaves and the new person joins, the new total weight is $520 - 70 + x = 450 + x$. The new average for the 8 people is given as 64.5 kg, so $\frac{450 + x}{8} = 64.5$. Multiplying by 8 gives $450 + x = 516$. Therefore, $x = 516 - 450 = 66\text{ kg}$.

Let the initial price be 100. After a 20% increase, the price becomes $100 + 20 = 120$. Then, the price is decreased by 25%. A 25% decrease on 120 is $120 \times \frac{25}{100} = 30$. The new price is $120 - 30 = 90$. The overall change from the initial price of 100 to the final price of 90 is a decrease of 10. Therefore, the overall percentage change is a 10% decrease.

Let the rates of work of A, B, and C be $\frac{1}{A}, \frac{1}{B}, \text{ and } \frac{1}{C}$ respectively. We have: $\frac{1}{A} + \frac{1}{B} = \frac{1}{12}$ (Eq 1), $\frac{1}{B} + \frac{1}{C} = \frac{1}{15}$ (Eq 2), and $\frac{1}{A} + \frac{1}{C} = \frac{1}{20}$ (Eq 3). Adding all three equations: $2(\frac{1}{A} + \frac{1}{B} + \frac{1}{C}) = \frac{1}{12} + \frac{1}{15} + \frac{1}{20} = \frac{5+4+3}{60} = \frac{12}{60} = \frac{1}{5}$. Thus, $\frac{1}{A} + \frac{1}{B} + \frac{1}{C} = \frac{1}{10}$. To find A's rate, subtract Eq 2 from this sum: $\frac{1}{A} = \frac{1}{10} - (\frac{1}{B} + \frac{1}{C}) = \frac{1}{10} - \frac{1}{15} = \frac{3 - 2}{30} = \frac{1}{30}$. A alone can complete the work in 30 days.

Let the distance between the two points be $d$ km. The time taken to walk the distance at $5\text{ km/h}$ is $\frac{d}{5}$ hours, and the time to return by cycling at $15\text{ km/h}$ is $\frac{d}{15}$ hours. The total time taken is 4 hours, so we set up the equation: $\frac{d}{5} + \frac{d}{15} = 4$. Finding a common denominator (15), we get $\frac{3d + d}{15} = 4$, which simplifies to $\frac{4d}{15} = 4$. Dividing both sides by 4 gives $\frac{d}{15} = 1$, so $d = 15$. The distance between the two points is $15\text{ km}$.