TNPSC Group 2 Weekly Practice Test – General Studies (November 02 – November 08, 2026)
1. Test: What is capital of TN?
A) ChennaiB) MaduraiC) CoimbatoreD) Trichy2. Which ocean current is responsible for the dry climate of the Atacama Desert?
A) Gulf StreamB) Humboldt CurrentC) Kuroshio CurrentD) Labrador Current3. Which is the longest river in India?
A) YamunaB) GangaC) GodavariD) Brahmaputra4. Which Indian state has the longest coastline?
A) Tamil NaduB) Andhra PradeshC) GujaratD) Maharashtra5. Which soil type is best for cotton cultivation?
A) AlluvialB) RedC) Black (Regur)D) Laterite6. The Tropic of Cancer passes through how many Indian states?
A) 6B) 7C) 8D) 97. Chilika Lake is located in which state?
A) KeralaB) Tamil NaduC) OdishaD) West Bengal8. The highest peak in India is:
A) K2B) KangchenjungaC) Nanda DeviD) Mount Everest9. The Western Ghats are also known as:
A) VindhyasB) SahyadriC) SatpuraD) Aravalli
Answers and explanations
This set practises General Studies. Take the test, then open each explanation.
Question 1
Test: What is capital of TN?
Answer: A. Chennai is the capital.
Question 2
Which ocean current is responsible for the dry climate of the Atacama Desert?
Answer: B. The cold Humboldt (Peru) Current creates arid conditions along South America's west coast.
Question 3
Which is the longest river in India?
Answer: B. The Ganga, about 2,525 km in India, is the longest river of India. The Godavari is the longest river that flows wholly inside India.
Question 4
Which Indian state has the longest coastline?
Answer: C. Gujarat has the longest coastline (~1,600 km) among Indian states.
Question 5
Which soil type is best for cotton cultivation?
Answer: C. Black soil (Regur/Black Cotton Soil) is ideal for cotton due to high moisture retention.
Question 6
The Tropic of Cancer passes through how many Indian states?
Answer: C. Tropic of Cancer (23.5°N) passes through 8 states: Gujarat, Rajasthan, MP, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, WB, Tripura, Mizoram.
Question 7
Chilika Lake is located in which state?
Answer: C. Chilika Lake, Asia's largest brackish water lagoon, is in Odisha.
Question 8
The highest peak in India is:
Answer: B. Kangchenjunga (8,586m) is the highest peak within Indian territory. K2 is in PoK.
Question 9
The Western Ghats are also known as:
Answer: B. The Western Ghats are locally known as Sahyadri in Maharashtra.
📝 TNPSC Group 2 Weekly Practice Test
Week of November 02 – November 08, 2026 | ⏱️ 50 Minutes | ❓ 50+ Questions | 🎯 Exam Pattern
Welcome to this week’s comprehensive TNPSC Group 2 practice test. This quiz is updated
every week with a fresh set of questions covering the complete TNPSC syllabus. Each week emphasizes
different subject areas to ensure thorough coverage over time.
📋 This Week’s Focus Areas
- Geography: Geography includes Indian and Tamil Nadu physical geography, climate, rivers, soil types, and natural resources.
- Economy & Economics: Indian Economy covers economic planning, RBI policy, banking, GDP, inflation, taxation (GST), and foreign trade.
- General Science: General Science covers Physics, Chemistry, and Biology — human body systems, diseases, environmental science, and recent discoveries.
💡 Instructions: This comprehensive test covers multiple subjects.
Read each question carefully and select the best answer. You can review and change answers before submitting.
Aim for 40% to pass, but target 60%+ for competitive exam readiness.
Geography
Geography includes Indian and Tamil Nadu physical geography, climate, rivers, soil types, and natural resources.
Economy & Economics
Indian Economy covers economic planning, RBI policy, banking, GDP, inflation, taxation (GST), and foreign trade.
1. The fiscal year in India runs from:
A) January 1 to December 31B) April 1 to March 31C) July 1 to June 30D) October 1 to September 302. Which bank is known as the 'Banker's Bank' in India?
A) SBIB) PNBC) RBID) NABARD3. NITI Aayog replaced which body?
A) Finance CommissionB) Planning CommissionC) National Development CouncilD) Election Commission4. What does GDP stand for?
A) Gross Development ProductB) Gross Domestic ProductC) General Domestic ProductD) Gross Direct Product5. Which Five Year Plan is known as 'Mahalanobis Plan'?
A) FirstB) SecondC) ThirdD) Fourth6. GST was implemented in India from:
A) April 1, 2017B) July 1, 2017C) January 1, 2018D) April 1, 20187. Who is the current chairperson of the 16th Finance Commission?
A) N.K. SinghB) Y.V. ReddyC) Arvind PanagariyaD) Urjit Patel8. The Reserve Bank of India was established in which year?
A) 1935B) 1947C) 1949D) 1950
Answers and explanations
This set practises General Studies. Take the test, then open each explanation.
Question 1
The fiscal year in India runs from:
Answer: B. India's fiscal year runs from April 1 to March 31.
Question 2
Which bank is known as the 'Banker's Bank' in India?
Answer: C. RBI is the banker's bank as it provides banking services to commercial banks.
Question 3
NITI Aayog replaced which body?
Answer: B. NITI Aayog (National Institution for Transforming India) replaced the Planning Commission in 2015.
Question 4
What does GDP stand for?
Answer: B. GDP = Gross Domestic Product, the total value of goods and services produced within a country.
Question 5
Which Five Year Plan is known as 'Mahalanobis Plan'?
Answer: B. The Second Five Year Plan (1956-61) was based on P.C. Mahalanobis's model focusing on heavy industries.
Question 6
GST was implemented in India from:
Answer: B. Goods and Services Tax (GST) was launched on July 1, 2017.
Question 7
Who is the current chairperson of the 16th Finance Commission?
Answer: C. Arvind Panagariya chairs the 16th Finance Commission constituted in 2023.
Question 8
The Reserve Bank of India was established in which year?
Answer: A. RBI was established on April 1, 1935 under the RBI Act, 1934.
General Science
General Science covers Physics, Chemistry, and Biology — human body systems, diseases, environmental science, and recent discoveries.
1. Newton's First Law of Motion is also known as:
A) Law of AccelerationB) Law of Action-ReactionC) Law of InertiaD) Law of Gravitation2. Which organ in the human body produces bile?
A) PancreasB) StomachC) LiverD) Gallbladder3. The SI unit of electric current is:
A) VoltB) OhmC) AmpereD) Watt4. Which gas is most abundant in Earth's atmosphere?
A) OxygenB) Carbon dioxideC) NitrogenD) Argon5. Which blood group is known as the universal donor?
A) AB) BC) ABD) O6. Which vitamin is produced when the skin is exposed to sunlight?
A) Vitamin AB) Vitamin BC) Vitamin CD) Vitamin D7. Which disease is caused by deficiency of Vitamin C?
A) RicketsB) ScurvyC) Night BlindnessD) Beriberi8. Photosynthesis occurs in which part of the plant cell?
A) MitochondriaB) ChloroplastC) NucleusD) Ribosome9. Which planet is known as the Red Planet?
A) VenusB) MarsC) JupiterD) Saturn10. The pH of pure water at 25°C is:
A) 0B) 5C) 7D) 1411. The hardest natural substance known is:
A) GoldB) IronC) DiamondD) Platinum12. The chemical formula of common salt is:
A) NaClB) KClC) CaCl₂D) MgCl₂
Answers and explanations
This set practises General Studies. Take the test, then open each explanation.
Question 1
Newton's First Law of Motion is also known as:
Answer: C. Newton's First Law states that a body at rest stays at rest unless acted upon by an external force - the Law of Inertia.
Question 2
Which organ in the human body produces bile?
Answer: C. Bile is produced by the liver and stored in the gallbladder.
Question 3
The SI unit of electric current is:
Answer: C. The SI unit of electric current is Ampere (A), named after André-Marie Ampère.
Question 4
Which gas is most abundant in Earth's atmosphere?
Answer: C. Nitrogen makes up about 78% of Earth's atmosphere.
Question 5
Which blood group is known as the universal donor?
Answer: D. Blood group O (Rh negative) has no A or B antigens, making it compatible with all blood types.
Question 6
Which vitamin is produced when the skin is exposed to sunlight?
Answer: D. Vitamin D (cholecalciferol) is synthesized in the skin upon exposure to UV-B radiation.
Question 7
Which disease is caused by deficiency of Vitamin C?
Answer: B. Scurvy is caused by Vitamin C deficiency. Symptoms include bleeding gums and fatigue.
Question 8
Photosynthesis occurs in which part of the plant cell?
Answer: B. Chloroplasts contain chlorophyll which captures light energy for photosynthesis.
Question 9
Which planet is known as the Red Planet?
Answer: B. Mars is called the Red Planet due to iron oxide (rust) on its surface.
Question 10
The pH of pure water at 25°C is:
Answer: C. Pure water is neutral with pH = 7.
Question 11
The hardest natural substance known is:
Answer: C. Diamond, a form of carbon, is rated 10 on the Mohs hardness scale.
Question 12
The chemical formula of common salt is:
Answer: A. Common salt (table salt) is Sodium Chloride (NaCl).
How This Weekly Quiz Helps Your Preparation
Consistent weekly practice is the most effective strategy for TNPSC exam success. Here’s why:
- Spaced Repetition: Weekly quizzes help reinforce concepts over time, improving long-term retention compared to cramming.
- Weakness Identification: Track your scores each week to identify subjects that need more attention.
- Exam Simulation: Timed practice builds the speed and accuracy needed for the actual exam.
- Syllabus Coverage: Our rotating subject focus ensures you cover the entire syllabus over a few weeks.
Study Strategy Based on Your Score
- Below 40%: Focus on NCERT textbooks (6th-12th) for the subjects you scored lowest in. Build fundamentals first.
- 40-60%: Good foundation. Now focus on previous year questions and targeted practice for weak areas.
- 60-80%: Strong preparation. Focus on revision to push your score higher.
- Above 80%: Excellent! Maintain this level with regular practice.
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