What type of questions are included in the General Ability Test paper?

The General Ability Test paper consists of objective type questions.

Are the questions available in multiple languages?

Yes, the questions in Part B of the paper are printed in both Hindi and English.

Is there any negative marking in this exam?

Yes, there is negative marking for incorrect answers. One-third of the marks allocated to a question will be deducted for each wrong answer.

Can candidates keep the test booklet with them after the exam?

Yes, candidates are permitted to take the test booklet with them after the exam.

Where should candidates mark their answers?

Candidates must mark their answers on the OMR answer sheet provided separately.

What happens if a candidate makes a mistake in filling the roll number or test booklet series?

If there is any mistake or discrepancy in filling the roll number and test booklet series on the OMR answer sheet, the answer sheet will be cancelled.

NDA & NA (I) 2019 General Ability Test Question Paper PDF

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Year 2019
Conducted By UPSC
Questions 150
Duration 2 Hours
Languages English & Hindi

Exam Details

Detail	Information
Examination	National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (I)
Year	2019
Conducting Body	UPSC
Paper	General Ability Test
Subject	General Ability
Duration	2 Hours
Number of Questions	150
Question Type	Objective (MCQ)

This is the General Ability Test paper for the National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (I) held in 2019, conducted by UPSC. The exam is designed to assess candidates' general aptitude and knowledge across various subjects. This paper, with a total of 150 objective questions, is crucial for aspirants aiming to join the prestigious NDA and NA institutions. Practicing with this paper helps understand the exam pattern, difficulty level, and key topics, thereby enhancing preparation strategy for success. This previous year National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (I) question paper (2019) is useful for Other Jobs aspirants preparing for Central government recruitment. The paper was conducted by UPSC and reflects the official exam pattern, marking scheme and difficulty level seen in recent cycles. Use it for timed practice, topic-wise revision and understanding how questions are framed in the real examination. Download the free PDF on QuizCurrent to read instructions, attempt MCQs and compare your answers with the study notes provided on this page. Key syllabus areas include Spotting Errors, Grammar, Vocabulary, Comprehension. Useful for National Defence Academy & Naval Academy preparation. Helps understand the latest exam pattern. Useful for practice and self-assessment.

Major Topics Covered

Spotting Errors
Grammar
Vocabulary
Comprehension

Why This Paper is Important

Useful for National Defence Academy & Naval Academy preparation
Helps understand the latest exam pattern
Useful for practice and self-assessment
Covers frequently asked General Studies topics
Helpful for analysing question trends

Related Resources

NDA & NA (I) 2019 Mathematics Paper
NDA & NA (I) 2019 English Paper
NDA & NA (II) 2019 General Ability Test Paper
NDA & NA (I) 2019 General Ability Test Answer Key
NDA & NA General Ability Test Syllabus
NDA & NA Exam Pattern
NDA & NA (II) 2019
NDA & NA (I) 2020

Instructions

फटा या छूटा हुआ पृष्ठ अथवा प्रश्नांश आदि न हों ।
यदि ऐसा है, तो इसे सही परीक्षण पुस्तिका से बदल लें ।
कृपया ध्यान रखें कि OMR उत्तर-पत्रक में, उचित स्थान पर, रोल नम्बर और परीक्षण पुस्तिका अनुक्रम
A, B, C या D को, ध्यान से एवं बिना किसी चूक या विसंगति के भरने और कूटबढ़ करने की जिम्मेदारी उम्मीदवार की है।
किसी भी प्रकार की चूक/विसंगति की स्थिति में उत्तर-पत्रक निरस्त कर दिया जाएगा।
इस परीक्षण पुस्तिका पर साथ में दिए गए कोष्ठक में आपको अपना
इस परीक्षण पुस्तिका में 150 प्रश्नांश (प्रश्न) दो भागों में दिए गए हैं: भाग - A और भाग - B ।
प्रश्ननांश हिन्दी और अंग्रेजी दोनों में छपा है।
प्रत्येक प्रश्नांश में चार प्रत्युत्तर (उत्तर) दिए गए हैं।
इनमें से एक प्रत्युत्तर को चुन लें, जिसे आप उत्तर-पत्रक पर अंकित करना चाहते हैं ।
यदि आपको ऐसा लगे कि एक से अधिक प्रत्युत्तर सही हैं, तो उस प्रत्युत्तर को अंकित करें जो आपको सर्वोत्तम लगे।
प्रत्येक प्रश्नांश के लिए केवल एक ही प्रत्युत्तर चुनना है।
आपको अपने सभी प्रत्युत्तर अलग से दिए गए उत्तर-पत्रक पर ही अंकित करने हैं।
इससे पहले कि आप परीक्षण पुस्तिका के विभिन्न प्रश्नांशों के प्रत्युत्तर उत्तर-पत्रक पर अंकित करना शुरू करें, आपको प्रवेश
प्रमाण-पत्र के साथ प्रेषित अनुदेशों के अनुसार कुछ विवरण उत्तर-पत्रक में देने हैं।
आप अपने सभी प्रत्युत्तरों को उत्तर-पत्रक में भरने के बाद तथा परीक्षा के समापन पर केवल उत्तर-पत्रक अधीक्षक को
आपको अपने साथ परीक्षण पुस्तिका ले जाने की अनुमति है।
कच्चे काम के लिए पत्रक परीक्षण पुस्तिका के अन्त में संलग्न हैं।
वस्तुनिष्ठ प्रश्न-पत्रों में उम्मीदवार द्वारा दिए गए गलत उत्तरों के लिए दण्ड दिया जाएगा ।
प्रत्येक प्रश्न के लिए चार वैकल्पिक उत्तर हैं।
उम्मीदवार द्वारा प्रत्येक प्रश्न के लिए दिए गए एक गलत उत्तर (i) के लिए प्रश्न हेतु नियत किए गए अंकों का एक-तिहाई दण्ड के रूप में काटा जाएगा।
(ii) यदि कोई उम्मीदवार एक से अधिक उत्तर देता है, तो इसे गलत उत्तर माना जाएगा, यद्यपि दिए गए उत्तरों में से एक उत्तर सही होता है, फिर भी उस प्रश्न के लिए उपर्युक्तानुसार ही उसी तरह का दण्ड दिया जाएगा।
यदि उम्मीदवार द्वारा कोई प्रश्न हल नहीं किया जाता है अर्थात् उम्मीदवार द्वारा उत्तर नहीं दिया जाता है, तो (iii) उस प्रश्न के लिए कोई दण्ड नहीं दिया जाएगा।
जब तक आपको यह परीक्षण पुस्तिका खोलने को न कहा जाए तब तक न खोलें Note: English version of the instructions is printed on the back cover of this Booklet.

Questions (page 2)

Q1. Opening his letters, reading them carefully and sending for his clerk,

(a) he dictated answers with them.
(b) No error.

Q2. He was my school-friend, but becoming a great man,

(a) he has grown proud enough to forget his old friends.
(b) No error.

Q3. Rabindranath Tagore, a Nobel laureate and the author of the national anthem,

(a) found Shantiniketan.
(b) No error.

Q4. The art of printing was introduced into England during the reign of Edward IV

(a) by William Caxton, a native of Kent.
(b) No error.

Q5. From thirty years he devoted himself to public affairs without taking a holiday.

(d) No error.

Q6. If Ramesh will be promoted

(a) he will get a higher salary.
(c) No error.

Q7. My brother goes to the office

(a) five day week.
(c) No error.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the full name of the exam?

The full name of the exam is the National Defence Academy & Naval Academy Examination (I).

Which body conducts the NDA & NA Examination?

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the NDA & NA Examination.

What is the paper name for this exam?

The paper name is General Ability Test.

In which year was this General Ability Test paper conducted?

This General Ability Test paper was conducted in the year 2019.

What is the total number of questions in the General Ability Test paper?

The General Ability Test paper contains 150 questions.

What is the duration allowed for the General Ability Test paper?

The duration allowed for the General Ability Test paper is 2 hours and 30 minutes.

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