Below is a curated list of top questions that are frequently asked in the Uttar Pradesh Police Sub Inspector (UP Police SI) written examination, based on the syllabus and previous year question paper trends. These questions are designed to reflect the key topics and difficulty level of the exam, covering General Hindi, Basic Law/Constitution/General Knowledge, Numerical & Mental Ability Test, and Mental Aptitude/IQ/Reasoning. Since the exam is highly competitive, these sample questions align with the pattern of the 2025 UP Police SI exam, which consists of 160 questions (40 per section) for 400 marks, with no negative marking.
1. General Hindi
This section tests Hindi grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, and literature knowledge. Below are some top questions based on past trends:
- Question: What is the synonym of “प्रकाश” (Prakash)?
- A) अंधेरा (Darkness)
- B) चमक (Brightness)
- C) छाया (Shadow)
- D) धुंध (Fog)
- Answer: B) चमक (Brightness)
- Question: Identify the correct sentence:
- A) वह बाजार गया है।
- B) वह बाजार गयी है।
- C) वह बाजार गये हैं।
- D) वह बाजार गयी हैं।
- Answer: A) वह बाजार गया है। (Correct for masculine singular subject)
- Question: Which of the following is an example of “रस” (Rasa) in Hindi literature?
- A) संधि (Sandhi)
- B) शृंगार (Shringar)
- C) समास (Samas)
- D) अलंकार (Alankar)
- Answer: B) शृंगार (Shringar)
- Question: Fill in the blank with the correct word: “उसके पास __ किताबें हैं।”
- A) बहुत
- B) कई
- C) कुछ
- D) सभी
- Answer: B) कई
- Question: Who is the author of the Hindi epic “Kamayani”?
- A) Sumitranandan Pant
- B) Jaishankar Prasad
- C) Mahadevi Verma
- D) Maithili Sharan Gupt
- Answer: B) Jaishankar Prasad
Tip: Focus on grammar rules (e.g., sandhi, samas, tense), idioms, proverbs, and famous Hindi literary works. Practice unseen passages to improve comprehension speed.
2. Basic Law/Constitution/General Knowledge
This section covers the Indian Constitution, basic laws, and general awareness. Here are key questions:
- Question: Under which article of the Indian Constitution is the right to equality guaranteed?
- A) Article 14
- B) Article 19
- C) Article 21
- D) Article 32
- Answer: A) Article 14
- Question: Which section of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) deals with punishment for murder?
- A) Section 302
- B) Section 304
- C) Section 306
- D) Section 300
- Answer: A) Section 302
- Question: Who is the current Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh (as of August 2025)?
- A) Yogi Adityanath
- B) Akhilesh Yadav
- C) Mayawati
- D) Priyanka Gandhi
- Answer: A) Yogi Adityanath
- Question: Which of the following is NOT a fundamental right under the Indian Constitution?
- A) Right to Education
- B) Right to Property
- C) Right to Freedom of Speech
- D) Right to Life
- Answer: B) Right to Property (It is a legal right, not a fundamental right)
- Question: The National Security Act (NSA) allows detention without trial for up to:
- A) 3 months
- B) 6 months
- C) 12 months
- D) 18 months
- Answer: C) 12 months
Tip: Study key IPC sections, constitutional articles (especially fundamental rights and directive principles), and stay updated on current affairs, particularly those related to Uttar Pradesh and national events.
3. Numerical & Mental Ability Test
This section tests mathematical skills and logical thinking. Sample questions include:
- Question: If the ratio of the ages of A and B is 3:4 and their total age is 28 years, what is the age of A?
- A) 12 years
- B) 14 years
- C) 16 years
- D) 18 years
- Answer: A) 12 years
Explanation: Let A’s age = 3x, B’s age = 4x. Then, 3x + 4x = 28 → 7x = 28 → x = 4. A’s age = 3x = 3 × 4 = 12 years.
- Question: A train travels 360 km in 4 hours. What is its speed in km/h?
- A) 80 km/h
- B) 90 km/h
- C) 100 km/h
- D) 120 km/h
- Answer: B) 90 km/h
Explanation: Speed = Distance ÷ Time = 360 ÷ 4 = 90 km/h.
- Question: What is the HCF of 36 and 48?
- A) 6
- B) 12
- C) 18
- D) 24
- Answer: B) 12
Explanation: Prime factors of 36 = 2² × 3², 48 = 2⁴ × 3. HCF = 2² × 3 = 12.
- Question: If 5 workers can complete a task in 10 days, how many days will 10 workers take?
- A) 5 days
- B) 6 days
- C) 8 days
- D) 10 days
- Answer: A) 5 days
Explanation: Total work = 5 workers × 10 days = 50 worker-days. For 10 workers, time = 50 ÷ 10 = 5 days.
- Question: In a coding system, if A = 1, B = 2, …, Z = 26, what is the code for “CAT”?
- A) 31420
- B) 3120
- C) 312
- D) 314
- Answer: D) 314
Explanation: C = 3, A = 1, T = 20. Code = 3-1-20 → 314.
Tip: Practice arithmetic topics like ratio, percentage, time and work, and mental ability topics like coding-decoding, direction sense, and logical diagrams. Use previous year papers to identify recurring question types.
4. Mental Aptitude/IQ/Reasoning
This section evaluates decision-making, logical reasoning, and aptitude for police roles. Sample questions include:
- Question: If in a certain code, “POLICE” is written as “QPMJDF”, what will be the code for “STATION”?
- A) UVTKAFM
- B) TUBUJPO
- C) UUBUJPO
- D) TVCJPO
- Answer: B) TUBUJPO
Explanation: Each letter in “POLICE” is shifted forward by one position (P→Q, O→P, L→M, etc.). Applying the same to “STATION” (S→T, T→U, A→B, etc.) gives TUBUJPO.
- Question: Which of the following is a key principle of communal harmony in policing?
- A) Favoring one community
- B) Ensuring equal treatment of all communities
- C) Ignoring minority issues
- D) Prioritizing majority demands
- Answer: B) Ensuring equal treatment of all communities
- Question: Find the missing number in the series: 2, 6, 12, 20, ?
- A) 28
- B) 30
- C) 32
- D) 36
- Answer: B) 30
Explanation: The series follows the pattern: 1²+1, 2²+2, 3²+3, 4²+4, 5²+5. So, 5²+5 = 25+5 = 30.
- Question: If all roses are flowers, some flowers are red, and some roses are pink, which of the following is true?
- A) All flowers are roses
- B) Some roses are red
- C) All roses are red
- D) No roses are flowers
- Answer: B) Some roses are red
Explanation: Since some flowers are red and all roses are flowers, it’s possible that some roses are red.
- Question: A police officer notices a suspicious activity. What should be the first step?
- A) Arrest the suspect immediately
- B) Investigate and gather evidence
- C) Ignore the activity
- D) Inform the media
- Answer: B) Investigate and gather evidence
Tip: Focus on reasoning topics like coding-decoding, series, analogies, and blood relations. For mental aptitude, study police-related scenarios, communal harmony, and gender sensitivity. Practice mock tests to improve speed and accuracy.
Additional Preparation Resources
- Previous Year Papers: Solving past papers (e.g., UP Police SI 2021, 2017) helps understand question trends and difficulty levels. Download from sources like Adda247, Career Power, or UPPRPB’s official website (uppbpb.gov.in).
- Mock Tests: Practice free online mock tests from platforms like TestMocks or SSC Study to simulate exam conditions.
- Recommended Books:
- General Hindi: Samanya Hindi by Lucent Publications
- General Knowledge: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth, Lucent’s General Knowledge
- Numerical Ability: Quantitative Aptitude by R.S. Aggarwal
- Reasoning: A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning by R.S. Aggarwal
- Current Affairs: Follow daily news for updates on national/international events, especially those related to Uttar Pradesh.
Why These Questions?
These questions are derived from recurring topics in UP Police SI previous year papers (2017, 2021) and align with the 2025 syllabus. They cover high-weightage areas and reflect the exam’s objective, multiple-choice format. Practicing such questions helps candidates:
- Understand the exam pattern (160 questions, 400 marks, 2 hours).
- Identify weak areas for focused preparation.
- Improve time management and accuracy.
For further practice, download previous year papers from uppbpb.gov.in or platforms like Adda247, Career Power, or Exam Stocks, and attempt them in a time-bound manner.
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