MPSC Legal Metrology Paper II 2023
- Year 2023
- Conducted By Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC)
- Questions 8
- Maximum Marks 200
- Duration Three Hours
- Languages English & Hindi
Exam Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Examination | Legal Metrology |
| Year | 2023 |
| Conducting Body | Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) |
| Paper | Legal Metrology Paper - II |
| Subject | Legal Metrology |
| Duration | Three Hours |
| Maximum Marks | 200 |
| Number of Questions | 8 |
| Question Type | Mixed (section a and section b) |
This page consolidates the Legal Metrology Paper II (MPSC) for the 2023 Maharashtra Public Service Commission examination. It covers exam metadata (paper code T18, 200 marks, three hours), structure (eight questions, two sections, Q1 and Q5 compulsory), and per-question marking. Page 2 (Section A) presents core topics such as fundamental quantities, SI and CGS units, dimensions, and unit conversions, with emphasis on practical measurement concepts including temperature scales, thermocouples, and pressure types (absolute, gauge, barometric). The OCR-repaired content also hints at the pet topics of angles measurement, bevel protractor usage, and material properties with applications, forming the basis for subsequent FAQ, topics, and SEO enrichment.
Major Topics Covered
- Fundamental quantities
- S.I. units
- C.G.S. units
- Dimensions
- Unit conversion
- Velocity
- Acceleration
- Kinetic energy
- Temperature scales
- Thermocouple
- Pressure
- Absolute pressure
- Gauge pressure
- Barometric pressure
- Physical properties of materials
- Mechanical properties
- Bevel protractor
- Angles measurement
- Public Service Commission exams
- Legal Metrology
Why This Paper is Important
- Useful for Legal Metrology preparation
- Helps understand the latest exam pattern
- Useful for practice and self-assessment
- Covers frequently asked General Studies topics
- Helpful for analysing question trends
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Instructions
- निर्शसक वैद्यमापनशास्त्र गर-ब मुख्य परीम्रा - २०२३तुर्दे ४ फेब्रुवारी, २०२४ - पेपद - IL दि. ४ फेब्रुवारी, २०२४ T18 2023 BOOKLET NO. 600576 Legal Metrology Paper - II
- There are EIGHT questions divided in two Sections, out of which FIVE are to be
- Questions no. 1 and 5 are compulsory.
- Out of the remaining questions, THREE are to be attempted choosing at least ONE question from each Section.
- The number of marks carried by a question/sub question is indicated against it. З.
- Keep in mind the word limit indicated in the question if any.
- Wherever option has been given, only the required number of responses in the serial order attempted shall be assessed.
- Unless struck off, attempt of a question shall be counted even if attempted partly.
- Excess responses shall not be assessed and shall be ignored.
- Candidates are expected to answer all the sub-questions of a question together.
- sub-question of a question is attempted elsewhere (after leaving a few page or after attempting another question) the later sub-question shall be overlooked.
- Any page or portion of the page left blank in the Answer Booklet must be clearly struck off.
- Unless otherwise mentioned, symbol and notation have their usual standard meanings.
- Assume suitable data, if necessary and indicate the same clearly. Neat sketches may be drawn, wherever required.
- The medium of answer should be mentioned on the answer book as claimed in the
- application and printed on admission card.
- The answers written in medium other than the authorized medium will not be assessed and no marks will be assigned to them.
- Candidates will be allowed to use Scientific (Non-programmable type) calculators. P.T.O.
Questions (page 2)
Q2.
(a) Define the dimensions formula of a unit of the physical quantity. Write the dimensions of the length, area of the square, area of the circle, velocity, acceleration and kinetic energy.
Q3.
(b)
Fill in the blanks by converting the physical quantities into different units. 8
1 kilometer = ______ meter
1 km2 = ______ m2
1 m/sec. = ______ cm/sec.
1 ton = ______ kg
1/2 dyne = ______ N
1 Newton ≡ 1 Joule ≡ ______ erg
1 Kilo watt watt ≡ ______ horsepower
Q4.
(c)
Example 1 watt = ...
Explain the important requirement of precise measurement of angles. Explain the use of a universal bevel protractor.
Q5. 8 Define temperature. Write the different scales used to measure the temperature (e) and the relation between them.
Q6. Explain measurement of temperature using thermocouple by one method.
Q7. 8 Explain pressure and its importance. Explain the relationship between ∘ absolute, gauge and barometric pressure.
Q8. 8 Write any four physical and four mechanical properties of the materials with (g) their applications.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the exam name and year?
MPSC Inspector of Legal Metrology, Paper II, 2023.
How many questions are there and how many must be attempted?
Eight questions in total; five questions must be attempted; Q1 and Q5 are compulsory.
In how many sections are the questions divided?
Two sections (Section A and Section B).
What is the duration of the exam?
Three hours.
What is the maximum marks for the paper?
200 marks.
Which language is used for the medium?
Medium is English. Some questions may include Hindi terms; FAQ answers are in English for SEO.