UPSC Insta–DART (Daily Aptitude and Reasoning Test) 20 Sep 2025

Considering the alarming importance of CSAT in UPSC CSE Prelims exam and with enormous requests we received recently, InsightsIAS has started Daily CSAT Test to ensure students practice CSAT Questions on a daily basis. Regular Practice would help one overcome the fear of CSAT too.We are naming this initiative as Insta– DART – Daily Aptitude and Reasoning Test. We hope you will be able to use DART to hit bull’s eye in CSAT paper and comfortably score 100+ even in the most difficult question paper that UPSC can give you in CSP-2021. Your peace of mind after every step of this exam is very important for us.

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question With reference to the passage, the following assumptions have been made: I. Recognizing truth as universal is essential for building a just and harmonious society. II. Prejudice and power interests can distort the perception of truth. Which of the above assumptions is/are valid? (a) I only (b) II only (c) Both I and II (d) Neither I nor II Correct Answer: (c) Explanation: Assumption I is valid: The passage emphasizes that societies that treat truth as impartial foster justice, equality, and trust, clearly linking universality of truth with harmony. Assumption II is valid: The passage notes that truth is often “painted in the shades of power or interest,” which distorts its essence. This directly supports the assumption. Hence, both assumptions are correct, making option (c) the right answer. Incorrect Answer: (c) Explanation: Assumption I is valid: The passage emphasizes that societies that treat truth as impartial foster justice, equality, and trust, clearly linking universality of truth with harmony. Assumption II is valid: The passage notes that truth is often “painted in the shades of power or interest,” which distorts its essence. This directly supports the assumption. Hence, both assumptions are correct, making option (c) the right answer.

#### 1. Question

With reference to the passage, the following assumptions have been made: I. Recognizing truth as universal is essential for building a just and harmonious society. II. Prejudice and power interests can distort the perception of truth.

Which of the above assumptions is/are valid?

• (a) I only

• (b) II only

• (c) Both I and II

• (d) Neither I nor II

Answer: (c)

Explanation: Assumption I is valid: The passage emphasizes that societies that treat truth as impartial foster justice, equality, and trust, clearly linking universality of truth with harmony. Assumption II is valid: The passage notes that truth is often “painted in the shades of power or interest,” which distorts its essence. This directly supports the assumption. Hence, both assumptions are correct, making option (c) the right answer.

Answer: (c)

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Life is often compared to a journey because it is not a fixed destination but a continuous process of movement, growth, and change. Every individual, regardless of background, encounters crossroads, detours, and milestones along the way. Success and failure are not final endpoints but experiences that shape character and direction. Just as a traveller learns from landscapes and obstacles, a person learns from both joy and adversity. The value of the journey lies not only in reaching goals but also in the wisdom, resilience, and relationships cultivated along the path. To view life as a journey is to embrace its uncertainties and appreciate its lessons rather than seeking only final outcomes. Which one of the following statements best reflects the most logical and rational message conveyed by the author of the passage? (a) The worth of life lies solely in achieving one’s ultimate goals. (b) Life should be seen as a continuous process of learning and growth. (c) Failure is the end of one’s journey in life. (d) Uncertainty in life should always be avoided to remain secure. Correct Answer: (b) Explanation: Option (a) is incorrect: The passage stresses value in experiences, not just in goals. Option (c) is incorrect: Failures are described as part of the learning process, not an endpoint. Option (d) is incorrect: The passage encourages embracing uncertainties, not avoiding them. Option (b) is correct: The central message is that life is a journey—a process of learning, resilience, and growth rather than only reaching destinations. Incorrect Answer: (b) Explanation: Option (a) is incorrect: The passage stresses value in experiences, not just in goals. Option (c) is incorrect: Failures are described as part of the learning process, not an endpoint. Option (d) is incorrect: The passage encourages embracing uncertainties, not avoiding them. Option (b) is correct: The central message is that life is a journey—a process of learning, resilience, and growth rather than only reaching destinations.

#### 2. Question

Life is often compared to a journey because it is not a fixed destination but a continuous process of movement, growth, and change. Every individual, regardless of background, encounters crossroads, detours, and milestones along the way. Success and failure are not final endpoints but experiences that shape character and direction. Just as a traveller learns from landscapes and obstacles, a person learns from both joy and adversity. The value of the journey lies not only in reaching goals but also in the wisdom, resilience, and relationships cultivated along the path. To view life as a journey is to embrace its uncertainties and appreciate its lessons rather than seeking only final outcomes.

Which one of the following statements best reflects the most logical and rational message conveyed by the author of the passage?

• (a) The worth of life lies solely in achieving one’s ultimate goals.

• (b) Life should be seen as a continuous process of learning and growth.

• (c) Failure is the end of one’s journey in life.

• (d) Uncertainty in life should always be avoided to remain secure.

Answer: (b)

Explanation: Option (a) is incorrect: The passage stresses value in experiences, not just in goals. Option (c) is incorrect: Failures are described as part of the learning process, not an endpoint. Option (d) is incorrect: The passage encourages embracing uncertainties, not avoiding them. Option (b) is correct: The central message is that life is a journey—a process of learning, resilience, and growth rather than only reaching destinations.

Answer: (b)

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question With reference to the passage, the following assumptions have been made: I. Failures and hardships are integral to the learning process of life. II. A meaningful life cannot be defined merely by its end achievements. Which of the above assumptions is/are valid? (a) I only (b) II only (c) Both I and II (d) Neither I nor II Correct Answer: (c) Explanation: Assumption I is valid: The passage notes that both “joy and adversity” contribute to wisdom and resilience, making hardships integral to life’s journey. Assumption II is valid: The passage emphasizes that life’s value is not only in “reaching goals” but in experiences gained along the way, showing that end achievements alone cannot define meaning. Therefore, both assumptions are correct, and option (c) is the right answer. Incorrect Answer: (c) Explanation: Assumption I is valid: The passage notes that both “joy and adversity” contribute to wisdom and resilience, making hardships integral to life’s journey. Assumption II is valid: The passage emphasizes that life’s value is not only in “reaching goals” but in experiences gained along the way, showing that end achievements alone cannot define meaning. Therefore, both assumptions are correct, and option (c) is the right answer.

#### 3. Question

With reference to the passage, the following assumptions have been made: I. Failures and hardships are integral to the learning process of life. II. A meaningful life cannot be defined merely by its end achievements.

Which of the above assumptions is/are valid?

• (a) I only

• (b) II only

• (c) Both I and II

• (d) Neither I nor II

Answer: (c)

Explanation: Assumption I is valid: The passage notes that both “joy and adversity” contribute to wisdom and resilience, making hardships integral to life’s journey. Assumption II is valid: The passage emphasizes that life’s value is not only in “reaching goals” but in experiences gained along the way, showing that end achievements alone cannot define meaning. Therefore, both assumptions are correct, and option (c) is the right answer.

Answer: (c)

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question A. X, Y, Z, W and V are members of the same family. There are two fathers, two sons, two wives, three males and two females. The professor was the wife of a musician who was the son of a judge. V is not a male. Z is the youngest person in the family and Y is the eldest. X is a male. Q. How is V related to Z? (a) Mother (b) Grandmother (c) Aunt (d) Sister Correct Answer : (b) Explanation: The given information can be tabulated as follows: Grandfather – Y – Judge (eldest) Grandmother – V Father – X – Musician (son of Y) Mother – W – Professor (wife of X) Child – Z – (Youngest) Thus, V is the Grandmother of Z. Incorrect Answer : (b) Explanation: The given information can be tabulated as follows: Grandfather – Y – Judge (eldest) Grandmother – V Father – X – Musician (son of Y) Mother – W – Professor (wife of X) Child – Z – (Youngest) Thus, V is the Grandmother of Z.

#### 4. Question

A. X, Y, Z, W and V are members of the same family. There are two fathers, two sons, two wives, three males and two females. The professor was the wife of a musician who was the son of a judge. V is not a male. Z is the youngest person in the family and Y is the eldest. X is a male. Q. How is V related to Z?

• (a) Mother

• (b) Grandmother

• (d) Sister

Answer : (b) Explanation: The given information can be tabulated as follows: Grandfather – Y – Judge (eldest) Grandmother – V Father – X – Musician (son of Y) Mother – W – Professor (wife of X) Child – Z – (Youngest) Thus, V is the Grandmother of Z.

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question A scooter covers 90 km in 3 hours, while a bus covers 200 km in 5 hours at uniform speeds. What is the ratio of the distances travelled by them in one hour? (a) 9:20 (b) 18:25 (c) 3:4 (d) 10:9 Correct Answer: C Solution: Scooter travels 90 km in 3 hours. So, per hour distance = 90 ÷ 3 = 30 km. Bus travels 200 km in 5 hours. So, per hour distance = 200 ÷ 5 = 40 km. Thus, the ratio = 30 : 40 = 3 : 4. Hence option (c) is correct. Incorrect Answer: C Solution: Scooter travels 90 km in 3 hours. So, per hour distance = 90 ÷ 3 = 30 km. Bus travels 200 km in 5 hours. So, per hour distance = 200 ÷ 5 = 40 km. Thus, the ratio = 30 : 40 = 3 : 4. Hence option (c) is correct.

#### 5. Question

A scooter covers 90 km in 3 hours, while a bus covers 200 km in 5 hours at uniform speeds. What is the ratio of the distances travelled by them in one hour?

Answer: C

Solution: Scooter travels 90 km in 3 hours. So, per hour distance = 90 ÷ 3 = 30 km.

Bus travels 200 km in 5 hours. So, per hour distance = 200 ÷ 5 = 40 km.

Thus, the ratio = 30 : 40 = 3 : 4. Hence option (c) is correct.

Answer: C

Solution: Scooter travels 90 km in 3 hours. So, per hour distance = 90 ÷ 3 = 30 km.

Bus travels 200 km in 5 hours. So, per hour distance = 200 ÷ 5 = 40 km.

Thus, the ratio = 30 : 40 = 3 : 4. Hence option (c) is correct.

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