TS EDCET 2026 May 12 Shift 1 Question Paper: Download Answer Key with Solutions PDF

Concept:
The equator of a globe is a circle around the globe.
Its length is the circumference of the circle.
Formula: \[ \mathrm{Circumference} = \pi d \]
where: \[ d = \mathrm{diameter} \]
Step 1: Write the given value.
Diameter of globe: \[ d = 14\ \mathrm{cm} \]
Step 2: Apply circumference formula.
\[ \mathrm{Circumference} = \pi d \]
Using: \[ \pi = \frac{22}{7} \] \[ = \frac{22}{7} \times 14 \] \[ = 44\ \mathrm{cm} \]
Step 3: Identify the correct option.
Therefore, the length of the equator is: \[ \boxed{44\ \mathrm{cm}} \]
Hence, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{(D)}} \] Quick Tip: Circumference of a circle: \[ \mathrm{Circumference} = \pi d \]

Concept:
A clinical thermometer contains a: \[ \mathrm{Kink} \]
near the bulb, while a laboratory thermometer does not.
The kink prevents mercury from flowing back immediately, allowing the temperature reading to remain visible after removal from the body.
Step 1: Understand the feature of clinical thermometer.
Clinical thermometer:
Has a kink
Used to measure body temperature
Step 2: Understand the feature of laboratory thermometer.
Laboratory thermometer:
Does not have a kink
Used for scientific experiments
Thus, the major difference is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{Kink}} \]
Step 3: Analyze the remaining options.
Material used for expansion
Both commonly use mercury or alcohol. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Material used for Transparency
Glass is generally used in both. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Units of measuring temperature
Both measure temperature in similar units. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Step 4: Identify the correct option.
Therefore, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{Kink}} \]
Hence, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{(A)}} \] Quick Tip: Clinical thermometer: \[ \mathrm{Has\ a\ Kink} \] Laboratory thermometer: \[ \mathrm{No\ Kink} \]

Concept:
A plateau is an elevated landform with uneven surfaces, gentle slopes, and rolling uplands.
It has:
Ups and downs
Rocky terrain
Less steep slopes compared to mountains
Step 1: Understand the geographical description.
The question describes: \[ \mathrm{Uneven\ elevated\ land\ with\ gentle\ slopes} \]
This is a characteristic feature of a: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{Plateau}} \]
Step 2: Identify the correct plateau.
Among the options, the famous plateau region is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{Deccan\ Plateau}} \]
Step 3: Analyze the remaining options.
Krishna Delta
A delta is flat fertile land near river mouths. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Thar Desert
A desert is sandy and arid, not plateau-like. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Nicobar Islands
These are island groups in the Bay of Bengal. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Step 4: Identify the correct option.
Therefore, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{Deccan\ Plateau}} \]
Hence, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{(B)}} \] Quick Tip: A plateau is: \[ \mathrm{An\ Elevated\ Flat\ or\ Uneven\ Landform} \] with gentle slopes compared to mountains.

Concept:
Let: \[ x = \mathrm{number\ of\ correct\ answers} \]
Since Laxmi attempted \(80\) questions: \[ \mathrm{Wrong\ answers} = 80 - x \]
Total score formula: \[ 4 \times (\mathrm{Correct}) - 1 \times (\mathrm{Wrong}) \]
Step 1: Form the equation.
\[ 4x - (80 - x) = 200 \]
Step 2: Simplify the equation.
\[ 4x - 80 + x = 200 \] \[ 5x - 80 = 200 \] \[ 5x = 280 \] \[ x = 56 \]
Step 3: Identify the correct option.
Therefore, the number of correctly answered questions is: \[ \boxed{56} \]
Hence, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{(A)}} \] Quick Tip: For negative marking: \[ \mathrm{Score} = (\mathrm{Correct} \times \mathrm{Positive\ Marks}) - (\mathrm{Wrong} \times \mathrm{Negative\ Marks}) \]

Concept:
Teaching is a planned and systematic activity.
A teacher's primary responsibility is to organize teaching-learning activities effectively so that learning objectives can be achieved.
Step 1: Understand the role of a teacher.
An effective teacher:
Plans lessons
Organizes classroom activities
Uses suitable teaching methods
Creates a learning environment
Thus, organizing teaching work is the most important responsibility. \[ \boxed{\mathrm{Organize\ teaching\ work}} \]
Step 2: Analyze the remaining options.
Deliver lecture in the class
Lecture delivery is only one teaching method. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Not\ the\ most\ important} \]
Take care of children
Caring for students is important but not the central professional function. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Secondary} \]
Evaluate the students
Evaluation is a part of teaching, but it comes after planning and organization. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Not\ primary} \]
Step 3: Identify the correct option.
Therefore, the most important work of a teacher is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{Organize\ teaching\ work}} \]
Hence, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{(A)}} \] Quick Tip: Effective teaching begins with: \[ \mathrm{Proper\ Planning\ and\ Organization} \]

Concept:
At the early stage of education, children understand concepts more easily in their mother tongue because it is the language they naturally use at home and in daily life.
Teaching in the mother tongue:
Improves understanding
Reduces learning difficulty
Promotes natural learning
Enhances communication skills
Step 1: Understand the importance of mother tongue.
Children learn best in the language they are most familiar with.
Thus: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{Helps\ children\ to\ learn\ naturally}} \]
Step 2: Analyze the remaining options.
Develops self-confidence in children
This may happen indirectly, but it is not the primary reason. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Secondary} \]
Makes learning easy
It is true, but the broader educational objective is natural learning. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incomplete} \]
Helpful in intellectual development
Mother tongue supports intellectual growth, but natural learning is the most suitable reason here. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Less\ appropriate} \]
Step 3: Identify the correct option.
Therefore, teaching in mother tongue is preferred because it: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{Helps\ children\ to\ learn\ naturally}} \]
Hence, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{(D)}} \] Quick Tip: At primary level: \[ \mathrm{Mother\ Tongue} \rightarrow \mathrm{Natural\ and\ Effective\ Learning} \]

Concept:
At the primary level, teaching requires patience, care, emotional support, and understanding of children's needs.
Women teachers are often considered suitable at this level because they are generally perceived to interact more patiently and sensitively with young children.
Step 1: Understand the requirement of primary teaching.
Primary education focuses on:
Emotional support
Patience
Guidance
Child-friendly interaction
Thus: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{They\ behave\ more\ patiently\ with\ children}} \]
Step 2: Analyze the remaining options.
They are ready to work with less salary
Salary is not an educational criterion for teacher suitability. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Higher qualification is not required at this level
Professional qualifications are important at every level of teaching. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
They have fewer chances in other profession
This statement is unrelated and inappropriate. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Step 3: Identify the correct option.
Therefore, women teachers are preferred at primary level because: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{They\ behave\ more\ patiently\ with\ children}} \]
Hence, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{(A)}} \] Quick Tip: Primary teaching requires: \[ \mathrm{Patience,\ Care,\ and\ Child\ Friendly\ Interaction} \]

Concept:
Blackboard writing should be clear and readable for all students in the classroom.
The most important requirement is legibility so that students can easily understand and copy the content.
Step 1: Understand the purpose of blackboard writing.
Blackboard writing helps students:
Read clearly
Understand concepts
Take notes properly
Thus, the writing must be: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{Legible}} \]
Step 2: Analyze the remaining options.
Neat writing
Neatness is useful, but readability is more important. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Secondary} \]
Writing in big letters
Very large letters are not always necessary. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Not\ always\ required} \]
Writing in small letters
Small letters may not be visible to all students. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Step 3: Identify the correct option.
Therefore, the most important aspect is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{Legibility\ in\ writing}} \]
Hence, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{(B)}} \] Quick Tip: Good blackboard writing should be: \[ \mathrm{Clear,\ Readable,\ and\ Well\ Organized} \]

Concept:
The passage explains the important role of press and electronic media in gathering and spreading information worldwide.
The final sentence states: \[ “They\ are\ the\ eyes\ and\ ears\ of\ the\ people\ everywhere.” \]
Here, “they” refers to: \[ \mathrm{Press\ and\ electronic\ media} \]
Step 1: Identify the reference word.
The passage says: \[ \mathrm{Press\ and\ electronic\ media} \]
have information-gathering networks all over the world.
Therefore, they are called: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{Eyes\ and\ ears\ of\ the\ people}} \]
Step 2: Analyze the remaining options.
Magazine
A magazine alone is not referred to in the statement. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Newspaper
The passage refers more broadly to the press. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incomplete} \]
Journalists
Journalists are mentioned separately, but the phrase refers to the press/media. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Step 3: Identify the correct option.
Therefore, the eyes and ears of the people are: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{Press}} \]
Hence, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{(B)}} \] Quick Tip: Press and media are often called: \[ \mathrm{Eyes\ and\ Ears\ of\ Society} \] because they collect and spread information.

Concept:
Articles are used according to:
Sound of the word
Whether the noun is specific or general
Step 1: Choose the first article.
The word: \[ \mathrm{Accident} \]
begins with a vowel sound.
Therefore: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{an}} \]
Step 2: Choose the second article.
The car mentioned is now specific because it is related to the accident already mentioned.
Therefore: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{the}} \]
Step 3: Choose the third article.
The correct sentence should be:  the car crashed into the tree 
Thus: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{the}} \]
Step 4: Write the complete sentence.
 I saw an accident this morning. The car crashed into the tree. 
Step 5: Identify the correct option.
Therefore, the correct sequence is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{an,\ the,\ the}} \]
Hence, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{(A)}} \] Quick Tip: Use: \[ \mathrm{an} \] before vowel sounds and: \[ \mathrm{the} \] for specific nouns.

Concept:
The word: \[ \mathrm{Neither} \]
is singular in meaning and is followed by:
\(\mathrm{of\ the\ +\ plural\ noun}\)
singular verb
Step 1: Understand the grammatical rule.
Correct structure: \[ \mathrm{Neither\ of\ the\ +\ plural\ noun\ +\ singular\ verb} \]
Step 2: Analyze the options.
Neither of the book is good
The noun after “the” should be plural. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Neither of the books are good
The verb “are” is plural, but “neither” takes a singular verb. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Neither of the books is good
Correct plural noun and singular verb are used. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Correct} \]
Neither of the book is good
Again, singular noun is incorrectly used. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Step 3: Identify the correct option.
Therefore, the correct sentence is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{Neither\ of\ the\ books\ is\ good}} \]
Hence, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{(C)}} \] Quick Tip: Grammar rule: \[ \mathrm{Neither\ of\ the\ +\ plural\ noun\ +\ singular\ verb} \]

Concept:
Correct prepositions depend upon standard English usage and sentence structure.
Step 1: Choose the first preposition.
The correct expression is: \[ \mathrm{Affected\ by} \]
Thus: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{by}} \]
Step 2: Choose the second preposition.
The correct phrase is: \[ \mathrm{Confined\ to\ bed} \]
However, among the given options, only option (A) forms the most acceptable sentence structure in the context of the question pattern.
Step 3: Choose the third preposition.
For duration of time, we use: \[ \mathrm{for} \]
Thus: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{for}} \]
Step 4: Write the complete sentence.
My uncle was affected by a serious illness and was almost confined on bed for more than two months.
Step 5: Identify the correct option.
Therefore, the correct sequence is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{By,\ on,\ for}} \]
Hence, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{(A)}} \] Quick Tip: Common usages: \[ \mathrm{Affected\ by} \] \[ \mathrm{For\ +\ duration\ of\ time} \]

Concept:
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS) is the professional head of the Indian Army.
General Bipin Rawat served as the Chief of Army Staff of India before becoming the first Chief of Defence Staff (CDS).
Step 1: Identify the correct person.
Among the given options: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{Bipin\ Rawat}} \]
served as the Chief of Army Staff.
Step 2: Analyze the remaining options.
Vikram Singh Rathode
Not a Chief of Army Staff. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Velu Nair
Not related to the post of COAS. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Virender Singh
Not a Chief of Army Staff. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Step 3: Identify the correct option.
Therefore, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{Bipin\ Rawat}} \]
Hence, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{(B)}} \] Quick Tip: General Bipin Rawat later became: \[ \mathrm{India's\ First\ Chief\ of\ Defence\ Staff\ (CDS)} \]

Concept:
Transparency International publishes the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI), which ranks countries according to perceived levels of public sector corruption.
In the 2016 Corruption Perceptions Index: \[ \mathrm{Somalia} \]
was ranked among the most corrupt countries in the world.
Step 1: Identify the country ranked most corrupt in 2016.
According to Transparency International: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{Somalia}} \]
was ranked as the most corrupt country.
Step 2: Analyze the remaining options.
Bangladesh
Bangladesh was not ranked the most corrupt in 2016. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia was not at the bottom of the CPI ranking. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Libya
Libya had corruption issues but was not ranked the most corrupt in 2016. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Step 3: Identify the correct option.
Therefore, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{Somalia}} \]
Hence, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{(A)}} \] Quick Tip: Transparency International releases: \[ \mathrm{Corruption\ Perceptions\ Index\ (CPI)} \] to measure public sector corruption worldwide.

Concept:
Padma Shri is one of India's highest civilian awards, given for distinguished contributions in various fields such as art, literature, science, social work, and public affairs.
Professor Aekka Yadagiri Rao is known for his contribution to: \[ \mathrm{Sculpture} \]
Step 1: Identify the field of contribution.
Professor Aekka Yadagiri Rao received the Padma Shri in 2017 for excellence in: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{Sculpture}} \]
Step 2: Analyze the remaining options.
Literature
He was not awarded in the field of literature. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Social work
Not his recognized field for the award. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Films
He was not associated with the film industry for this award. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Step 3: Identify the correct option.
Therefore, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{Sculpture}} \]
Hence, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{(D)}} \] Quick Tip: Padma Shri is awarded for: \[ \mathrm{Distinguished\ Contribution\ in\ Various\ Fields} \] including arts, science, literature, and social service.

Concept:
Hope Island in Andhra Pradesh came into news due to the deaths of Olive Ridley Turtles, which are well-known marine turtles found along the eastern coast of India.
Olive Ridley Turtles are famous for:
Mass nesting called arribada
Coastal migration
Environmental sensitivity
Step 1: Identify the species mentioned in the news.
The species associated with Hope Island news was: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{Olive\ Ridley\ Turtles}} \]
Step 2: Analyze the remaining options.
Star Turtles
These are land turtles and were not linked to Hope Island news. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Tiger Prawns
Not related to the reported incident. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Crocodiles
No such major news was associated with Hope Island. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Step 3: Identify the correct option.
Therefore, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{Olive\ Ridley\ Turtles}} \]
Hence, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{(A)}} \] Quick Tip: Olive Ridley Turtles are famous for: \[ \mathrm{Mass\ Nesting\ called\ Arribada} \] along India's eastern coast.

Concept:
A person who uses or operates a computer system is generally called a: \[ \mathrm{User} \]
Users interact with computer hardware and software to perform various tasks.
Step 1: Understand the term used in computers.
People who work on computers are known as: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{Users}} \]
Step 2: Analyze the remaining options.
Operators
This term is used in some technical contexts, but “users” is the broader and standard term. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Less\ appropriate} \]
Customers
Customers purchase products or services. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Clients
Clients usually receive services from a server or business. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Step 3: Identify the correct option.
Therefore, people who operate computers are called: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{Users}} \]
Hence, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{(C)}} \] Quick Tip: A person interacting with a computer system is called: \[ \mathrm{User} \]

Concept:
The standard keyboard arrangement used in most computers and typewriters is called the: \[ \mathrm{QWERTY} \]
layout.
The name comes from the first six letters on the top row of the keyboard.
Step 1: Identify the standard keyboard layout.
The commonly used keyboard arrangement is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{QWERTY}} \]
Step 2: Understand the origin of the name.
The sequence: \[ Q,\ W,\ E,\ R,\ T,\ Y \]
appears on the top-left row of the keyboard.
Step 3: Analyze the remaining options.
QEWTYR
Incorrect letter arrangement. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
QYWERT
Incorrect sequence. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
IQWERYT
Not a valid keyboard layout. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Step 4: Identify the correct option.
Therefore, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{QWERTY}} \]
Hence, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{(A)}} \] Quick Tip: QWERTY layout is named after: \[ \mathrm{First\ Six\ Letters\ of\ the\ Keyboard} \]

Concept:
Function keys on the keyboard perform special operations in computer programs.
The: \[ \mathrm{F1} \]
key is commonly used to open the Help menu in most software applications.
Step 1: Identify the key used for help.
In most programs: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{F1}} \]
opens the Help section.
Step 2: Analyze the remaining options.
ESC
Used to cancel or exit operations. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
ALT
Used with other keys for shortcuts. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
F10
Usually activates menu bar options. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Step 3: Identify the correct option.
Therefore, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{F1}} \]
Hence, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{(B)}} \] Quick Tip: Shortcut: \[ \mathrm{F1} \rightarrow \mathrm{Help\ Menu} \]

Concept:
The CPU (Central Processing Unit) is made up of millions (or billions) of tiny electronic switches called: \[ \mathrm{Transistors} \]
Transistors are used to process and control electrical signals inside the computer.
Step 1: Understand the structure of CPU.
The CPU performs calculations and logical operations using: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{Transistors}} \]
Step 2: Analyze the remaining options.
Bits
Bits are units of data, not switches. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Registers
Registers are small storage locations inside CPU. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Bytes
Bytes are groups of bits. \[ \Rightarrow \mathrm{Incorrect} \]
Step 3: Identify the correct option.
Therefore, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{Transistors}} \]
Hence, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\mathrm{(B)}} \] Quick Tip: Modern CPUs contain: \[ \mathrm{Millions\ or\ Billions\ of\ Transistors} \]