TNPSC Group 2 2025

1. What is a potential benefit of 'future proofing' a business?

• A. Increased short term profits
• B. Reduced need for innovation
• C. Enhanced resiliation to market changes
• D. Decreased consumer satisfaction

2. _________ is a prolonged talking by a senator or senators for the purpose of delay, in the hope of forcing the majority to give up the proposal being debated.

• A. Election
• B. Caucus
• C. Filibuster
• D. Ratification

3. The term 'Matronymic' means _________

• A. A name from the name of a mother
• B. Patronymic
• C. A name after famous personalities
• D. Maiden name

4. Which of the following phrases can be quoted as an example for sound images from the poem "Sea Fever"?
1. Wheels kick
2. Seagulls cry
3. Clouds flying
4. Running tide
5. Sails shaking
6. Wind's song

• A. 1, 2 and 3
• B. 3, 5 and 6
• C. 2, 4 and 6
• D. 3, 4 and 5

5. Choose the correct 'Synonym' by matching column 'A' and 'B'.
Column - A Column - B
(a) Champing 1. Confusing
(b) Perplexing 2. Listening, heading
(c) Thronging 3. Munching, chewing
(d) Hearkening 4. Crowding

• A. 3 1 4 2
• B. 2 3 1 4
• C. 1 2 3 4
• D. 4 1 2 3

6. Choose the correct 'synonyms' by matching column 'A' and 'B'.
Column - A Column - B
(a) Mourn 1. Pinnacle
(b) Veil 2. Search
(c) Crown 3. Anguish
(d) Quest 4. Conceal

• A. 1 2 3 4
• B. 3 4 1 2
• C. 2 3 4 1
• D. 4 1 2 3

7. Choose the right answer among these:
Which are the following statements are true according to Nadia Bush?
1. The house seems to be alive at day.
2. The poet was often tempted to go inside the house.
3. Besides the house, there was a tree.
4. The tree is growing faster.

• A. 1 only
• B. 2 and 3 only
• C. 3 and 4 only
• D. 1 and 3 only

8. Fill in the blanks using the correct words given in the options.
Children like to __________ crispy snacks. But the author in seventeen oranges was very fond of __________ oranges. Eventually, he was forced to ________ all the _________ including _______
1. eating
2. swallow
3. munch
4. pips
5. chunks

• A. 2 1 4 5 3
• B. 2 3 1 5 4
• C. 1 3 2 4 5
• D. 3 1 2 5 4

9. Which of the following statements are true about Jawaharlal Nehru?
(i) He wrote the book "Glimpses of Indian History".
(ii) He was the First Prime Minister of India.
(iii) He is considered to be the architect of the modern Indian Nation-state.

• A. (i) only
• B. (ii) and (iii) only
• C. (i) and (ii) only
• D. (i) and (iii) only

10. Match the words with the suitable pair words.
Column - A Column - B
(a) Walls 1. Straggle
(b) Lights 2. Flicker
(c) People 3. Scuttle
(d) Path of a valley 4. Crumble
(e) Insects 5. Huddle

• A. 3 2 4 5 1
• B. 4 2 5 1 3
• C. 2 3 1 5 4
• D. 1 5 3 4 2

11. Which of the following statements are true about the play "The Tempest"?
(i) "The Tempest" was written in 1500.
(ii) It is considered to be one of the last plays of William Shakespeare.
(iii) It is believed that the play 'The Tempest' was based on an actual wreck of a ship.

• A. (ii) only
• B. (i) and (ii) only
• C. (ii) and (iii) only
• D. (i) and (iii) only

12. Translate the following sentence into English.
நாளை இந்நேரத்திற்குள் நான் இந்த வேலையை முடித்திருப்பேன்.
Choose the correct translation from the options given of the sentence given below.

• A. I will have completed this work by tomorrow.
• B. I would have finished this work by tomorrow.
• C. I have completed this work by this time tomorrow.
• D. I would have completed this work by this time tomorrow.

13. Sentence: They were being followed when they left the building.
Question: Which of the following Tamil Sentences best conveys the meaning of the given English Sentence?
(a) அவர்கள் கட்டிடத்தை விட்டு வெளியேறிய போது அவர்களை பின் தொடர்ந்தார்கள்
(b) அவர்கள் கட்டிடத்தை விட்டு வெளியேறும் போது அவர்கள் பின் தொடரப்பட்டுக் கொண்டிருந்தார்கள்
(c) அவர்கள் கட்டிடத்தை விட்டு வெளியேறினார்கள், அவர்களை பின் தொடர்ந்தார்கள்.
(d) அவர்கள் கட்டிடத்தை விட்டு வெளியேறும் போது அவர்கள் பின் தொடர்ந்தார்கள்.

• A. (a) and (b)
• B. only (b)
• C. (a) and (d)
• D. only (c)

14. Passage: 'Aadhaar', India's unique ID has expanded from welfare to various diverse services. It aimed to reduce fraud and boost financial inclusion. Concerns about privacy and exclusion persist. Court rulings balance security with rights.
Question: Which of the following statements accurately reflect the main ideas presented in the passage about Aadhaar?
Select all statements that apply.
(a) Aadhaar is only used for welfare distribution.
(b) Aadhaar's scope has grown beyond it's initial purpose
(c) Aadhaar aimed to reduce fraud and improve financial inclusion
(d) Privacy and exclusion concerns are associated with Aadhaar

• A. (b), (c), (d)
• B. (a), (b), (c), (d)
• C. (b) and (c)
• D. only (b)

15. With a sense of optimism slowly creeping in, the banking industry is hopeful that 2025 will bring better growth prospects. This optimism stems from a number of factors. For one, the Government is working hard to revitalise the industrial growth in the country. Secondly, the RBI has initiated a numbers of measures that would go a long way in helping the banks to restructure themselves thereby improving the profile of non-performing banks.
What is the biggest challenge for banks in India?

• A. To handle corporate borrowers
• B. To pursue targets of financial inclusion
• C. Ever increasing level of non performing assets
• D. Onslaught of foreign banks

16. Which question type illustrates a point or focuses attention on an idea or principle?
Choose from the options given below.

• A. Rhetorical
• B. Funnel
• C. Inference
• D. Divergent

17. Passage: A company facing declining market share considered two options: aggressive price cuts or a niche product line targeting a specific consumer segment. The CEO, known for his long-term vision, argued that the price cuts would only offer temporary relief and erode brand value. He emphasized building a loyal customer base through unique product offerings and differentiated service.
Question: Based on the passage, which of the following is most likely to be true?
(a) The company is primarily focused on short-term financial gains.
(b) The CEO of the company prioritizes sustainable growth and brand loyalty.
(c) The company's main challenge is a lack of production capacity.
(d) The niche product strategy has proved to be successful for the company.

• A. Only (a)
• B. Both (a) and (b)
• C. Only (b)
• D. Both (c) and (d)

18. Passage: The Tamil Nadu climate change mission focusses on mitigating the impact of climate change through various initiatives. Reforestation projects aim to increase carbon sinks and restore biodiversity. Coastal zone Management plans protect vulnerable shorelines from rising sea-levels. Promotion of renewable energy sources, like solar and wind power, reduce dependence on fossil fuels. Community-based adaptation programs build resilience in local populations facing climate - related challenges.
Question: Match the initiatives of the Tamil Nadu climate change mission in Column A with their expected outcomes in Column B.

Column A Column B
(a) Reforestation projects 1. Reduces reliance on fossil fuels
(b) Coastal Zone Management plans 2. Enhances local resilience to climate impact
(c) Promotion of renewable energy 3. Increases carbon absorption and biodiversity
(d) Community-based adaptation programs 4. Protects shorelines from rising sea levels

• A. 2 4 1 3
• B. 1 4 2 3
• C. 3 4 1 2
• D. 4 3 1 2

19. Passage: Crypto currencies and traditional stocks both involve investment. Crypto currencies are highly volatile, stocks are relatively stable. Both are susceptible to market fluctuations, albeit differently.
Question: Which of the following statements accurately compare crypto currencies and stocks as described in the passage?
(a) Crypto currencies and stocks involve no investment
(b) Crypto currencies and stocks both involve investment
(c) Crypto currencies and stocks both immune to market fluctuations
(d) Crypto currencies and stocks react differently to market fluctuations.

• A. (b) and (d)
• B. (a) and (c)
• C. (d) and (a)
• D. (d) and (c)

20. Passage: First, water is heated. Then, it boils. Next, steam is produced. Finally, the steam cools and condenses.
Question: Which of the following statements accurately describes the sequence of events in the passage?
(a) Steam is produced before the water boils.
(b) Water is heated before it boils.
(c) Steam cools and condenses after it is produced.
(d) The process starts with the cooling and condensing of steam.

• A. (a) and (d)
• B. (d) and (b)
• C. (c) and (a)
• D. (b) and (c)

21. Passage: Reforestation projects restore degraded ecosystems. They increase biodiversity and improve air quality. They also enhance water retention. These efforts support long-term environmental sustainability.
Question: Which of the following statements best support the claim that reforestation is beneficial?
(a) Reforestation projects decrease biodiversity.
(b) Reforestation projects restore degraded ecosystems.
(c) Reforestation projects improve air quality.
(d) Reforestation projects enhance water retention.

• A. (b), (a), (c)
• B. (b), (d), (a)
• C. (b), (c), (d)
• D. (a), (b), (c)

22. Which of the following statements are NOT characteristic of a formal letter?
(a) Use of professional language.
(b) Clear and understandable structure.
(c) Use of slang or unprofessional expressions.
(d) Convey official information

• A. (a)
• B. (b)
• C. (c)
• D. (d)

23. Arrange the jumbled statements in logical form and choose the correct order.
(a) This shift has challenged for the motif of artistic expression.
(b) Contemporary art is primarily acknowledged by its interdisciplinary nature.
(c) Apparently, the boundaries between different artistic connections are merged for good.
(d) As a result, artists are now exploring new forms of creative collaboration.

• A. (b), (d), (a), (c)
• B. (a), (c), (b), (d)
• C. (d), (b), (c), (a)
• D. (c), (a), (d), (b)

24. In the following sentence ordering, the first (S1) and sixth (S6) sentences of a passage are already provided. The middle four sentences are shuffled up; they are labelled P Q R & S. Rearrange these four sentences and choose the correct order.
S1: The study of intellectual history provides significant insights into the development of human history.
P: This however, understands the historical context in which these ideas emerged.
Q: Intellectual history often involves understanding the evolution of main concepts and their impact on the society.
R: Consequently interpretations of these concepts can widely vary depending on the researchers perspective
S: Moreover, these concepts are frequently revisited and reinterpreted over the period.
S6: Essentially, it seeks to enhance the complex intersection between ideas and their socio-cultural milieu.

• A. S1, S, Q, P, R, S6
• B. S1, Q, S, R, P, S6
• C. S1, R, P, Q, S, S6
• D. S1, P, S, Q, R, S6

25. Find out the best inference based on the passage:
There were different streams of freedom movements in colonial India carried out by the moderates, liberals, radicals, socialists and so on.
Which of the following is the best inference from the above statement?

• A. The emergence of nationalism in colonial India led to our independence
• B. Nationalism in India emerged in the context of colonialism
• C. Nationalism in India is homogenous
• D. Nationalism in India is heterogenous