1. What role does flexibility play in personal development?
(a) Encourages giving up
(b) Fosters resilience in adversity
(c) Conceals emotions
(d) Avoids challenges
Answer: (b) Fosters resilience in adversity
2. What is the purpose of an interview?
(a) Showcasing strengths and skills
(b) Rejecting a job offer
(c) Meeting friends
(d) Filling out a form
Answer: (a) Showcasing strengths and skills
3. What can happen if there is no communication?
(a) Misunderstandings in relationships
(b) People will become very close
(c) Everyone will be happy
(d) People will easily reveal secrets
Answer: (a) Misunderstandings in relationships
4. What kind of listener is a determined person?
(a) Active (b) Indifferent
(c) Silent (d) Judgmental
Answer: (a) Active
5. Why should one avoid comparing oneself to others?
(a) It leads to negative feelings and dissatisfaction
(b) It makes you more productive
(c) It helps you improve faster
(d) It gives you a clear goal
Answer: (a) It leads to negative feelings and dissatisfaction
6. What problem do some people have in communication?
(a) They don’t know how to communicate
(b) They talk too much
(c) They always understand others
(d) They only communicate through hints
Answer: (b) They talk too much
7. What is a good practice at the end of an interview?
(a) Thank the interviewer for their time
(b) Leave without saying anything
(c) Ignore the interviewers
(d) Demand immediate feedback
Answer: (a) Thank the interviewer for their time
8. Besides tone of voice, what else is involved in non-verbal communication?
(a) Body language
(b) Long sentences
(c) Obstacles
(d) Loud noises
Answer: (a) Body language
10. How are life skills acquired?
(a) Games
(b) Adventure activities
(c) Practice and patience
(d) Mountaineering
Answer: (c) Practice and patience
14. If you don’t know an answer, how should you respond?
(a) Honestly admit that you don’t know
(b) Guess the answer
(c) Ignore the question
(d) Change the subject
Answer: (a) Honestly admit that you don’t know
16. What does discipline in a group mean?
(a) Prompt obedience to instructions
(b) Delaying action
(c) Disregarding rules
(d) Disrespecting authority
Answer: (a) Prompt obedience to instructions
15. What is the first step in making wise decisions?
(a) Gather all information
(b) Evaluate the options
(c) Decide on the best path
(d) Ignore the details
Answer: (a) (a) Gather all information
17. What did Ashoka do after witnessing the Kalinga War?
(a) Converted to Buddhism
(b) Made more weapons
(c) Expanded his empire
(d) Returned to his palace
Answer: (a) Converted to Buddhism
18. What was Kiran Bedi’s role in the anti-corruption movement of 2011?
(a) Key leader (b) Supporter
(c) Organizer (d) Witness
Answer: (a) Key leader
19. When was Ranjit Singh born?
(a) November 13, 1780
(b) June 27, 1839
(c) January 1, 1800
(d) May 5, 1775
Answer: (a) November 13, 1780
20. Who nominated Maria Kom for the Rajya Sabha?
(a) President of India
(b) Prime Minister of India
(c) Chief Minister of Manipur
(d) Sports Minister
Answer: (a) President of India
21. What role did Dhyan Chand play after retiring from the army?
(a) Chief Hockey Coach
(b) Sports Minister
(c) Hockey Referee
(d) Trainer
Answer: (a) Chief Hockey Coach
22. Who was the first Indian to win an individual gold medal at the Olympics?
(a) Abhinav Bindra
(b) Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore
(c) Vijender Singh
(d) Milkha Singh
Answer: (a) Abhinav Bindra
24. Why is self-awareness important for personality development?
(a) Ignoring others
(b) Understanding oneself better
(c) Avoiding challenges
(d) Improving communication skills
Answer: (b) Understanding oneself better
28. What is the primary aim of personality development in NCC?
(a) Enhancing leadership qualities
(b) Improving academic performance
(c) Developing artistic skills
(d) Mastering technical expertise
Answer: (a) Enhancing leadership qualities
29. What is the significance of the ‘NCC Song’ in the personality development of cadets?
(a) It improves musical performance
(b) It fosters a sense of patriotism and pride
(c) It improves general knowledge
(d) It imparts knowledge about religions
Answer: (b) It fosters a sense of patriotism and pride
27. When we **avoid** problems, we lose the opportunity to develop our skills and abilities.
(a) solve (b) avoid
(c) cling to (d) none
Answer: (b) avoid
25. A person who follows high moral standards is a good ………… member of society.
(a) disciplined (b) unrespected
(c) embedded (d) respected
Answer: (d) respected
30. Why is courage considered an important quality in personality development?
(a) It fosters knowledge
(b) It hinders progress
(c) It allows facing challenges and taking risks
(d) It limits discipline
Answer: (c) It allows facing challenges and taking risks.
31. How does NCC promote a sense of patriotism for personality development in its cadets?
(a) Through adventurous activities
(b) Through community service and national programs
(c) Through certificate exams
(d) Through academic activities
Answer: (b) Through community service and national programs
32. Lack of communication creates ____ in our relationships.
(a) problems (b) understanding
(c) opportunities (d) feelings
Answer: (a) problems
34. Some principles of time management are
(a) develop a personal understanding of time
(b) focus on high-return activities
(c) daily and weekly planning
(d) all of the above
Answer: (d) all of the above
47. ___ management and creating realistic schedules can help reduce stress.
(a) financial (b) household
(c) time (d) none
Answer: (c) time
49. Which of the following is a common physical response to stress?
(a) weak muscle tension
(b) decreased breathing rate
(c) decreased blood pressure
(d) increased heart rate
Answer: (d) increased heart rate
50. Some ways to manage negative stress are ……..
(a) Take deep breaths, take a break
(b) Create a calm space in your mind
(c) Manage your time and know your limits
(d) All of the above
Answer: (d) All of the above
54. Which of the following qualities is considered an important characteristic of effective leadership?
(a) Isolation (b) Arrogance
(c) Humility (d) Indecision
Answer: (c) Humility
55. A leader possesses two types of courage:
(a) Physical and decisive
(b) Physical and emotional
(c) Physical and moral
(d) All of the above
Answer: (c) Physical and moral
57. Who is known as the “Missile Man of India”?
(a) Dr. Homi J. Bhabha
(b) Dr. Zakir Husain
(c) Dr. Vikram Sarabhai
(d) A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
Answer: (d) A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
56. What are the principles of the Honour Code for NCC cadets?
(a) You will not lie, steal, cheat, or tolerate those who do.
(b) You will not bring dishonour to the institution by any action.
(c) You will voluntarily accept responsibility for any violation of the code.
(d) All of the above
Answer: (d) All of the above
59. What is the role of courage in ethical values?
(a) It promotes intolerance.
(b) It encourages discrimination.
(c) It helps to stay on the right path and resist all kinds of temptations.
(d) It supports arrogance.
Answer: (c) It helps to stay on the right path and resist all kinds of temptations.
63. What are some practical suggestions for improving one’s personality?
(a) Speaking good English
(b) Getting facials frequently
(c) Doing yoga regularly
(d) Setting goals, being open to feedback, seeking self-improvement, and maintaining a positive attitude
Answer: (d) Setting goals, being open to feedback, seeking self-improvement, and maintaining a positive attitude
66. What are the key components of personality development?
(a) Not speaking much
(b) Self-awareness and self-confidence
(c) Dressing well
(d) Influencing children and friends
Answer: (b) Self-awareness and self-confidence
67. Which of the following is not a factor influencing personality development?
(a) Genetics (b) Environment
(c) Fate (d) Cultural factors
Answer: (c) Fate
68. What is the ability to understand and manage one’s own emotions called?
(a) Emotional intelligence
(b) Social intelligence
(c) Cognitive intelligence
(d) Analytical intelligence
Answer: (a) Emotional intelligence
69. What word is used to describe a person’s consistent pattern of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors?
(a) Attitude (b) Personality
(c) Ability (d) Perception
Answer: (b) Personality
70. How do NCC programs support various cultural aspects?
(a) Considering all cultural activities as equally negative
(b) Displaying traditional dance forms from different states
(c) Avoiding participation in cultural events
(d) Accepting only tribal songs
Answer: (b) Displaying traditional dance forms from different states
71. How does NCC enhance self-control skills?
(a) Taking unnecessary responsibilities
(b) Increasing attention and intelligence
(c) Wasting time on social media
(d) Being overly anxious
Answer: (b) Increasing attention and intelligence
72. Which NCC activity is designed to foster a sense of responsibility and duty?
(a) Gardening workshops
(b) First aid training
(c) Poetry readings
(d) Painting competitions
Answer: (b) First aid training
73. How does NCC contribute to health and fitness development?
(a) Learning foreign languages
(b) Agricultural skills
(c) Yoga education
(d) Artistic endeavors
Answer: (c) Yoga education
74. In goal setting, what does “SMART” stand for?
(a) Sensitive, Motivational, Adaptable, Realistic, Time-bound
(b) Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound
(c) Strong, Reflective, Ambitious, Resourceful, Targeted
(d) Supportive, Meaningful, Ambitious, Reflective, Time-appropriate
Answer: (b) Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound
75. Which trait is associated with emotional intelligence?
(a) Impulsiveness (b) Empathy
(c) Indifference (d) Arrogance
Answer: (b) Empathy
76. How does effective communication contribute to personal development?
(a) Isolation
(b) Misunderstanding
(c) Positive relationships
(d) Ignorance
Answer: (c) Positive relationships
77. What is the standard for sleep?
(a) Ten hours (b) Nine hours
(c) Eight hours (d) Seven hours
Answer: (c) Eight hours
78. What is self-awareness in the context of personality development?
(a) Knowing others well
(b) Understanding oneself
(c) Remembering facts
(d) Ignoring personal traits
Answer: (b) Understanding oneself
79. What is the importance of feedback in personality development?
(a) It helps in self-awareness
(b) It provides guidance for improvement
(c) It promotes continuous learning
(d) All of the above
Answer: (d) All of the above
80. What is the first step in the problem-solving process?
(a) Implementing the solution
(b) Identifying the problem
(c) Analyzing the situation
(d) Evaluating the results
Answer: (b) Identifying the problem
81. What is the ability to adapt to new situations and cope with challenges called?
(a) Resilience
(b) Flexibility
(c) Persistence
(d) Determination
Answer: (a) Resilience
82. What type of communication actively involves both speaking and listening?
(a) Verbal communication
(b) Nonverbal communication
(c) Interpersonal communication
(d) Intrapersonal communication
Answer: (c) Interpersonal communication
83. Which of the following objectives of NCC’s impact on personality development is a key objective?
(a) Enhancing academic skills
(b) Promoting discipline and leadership
(c) Promoting artistic talents
(d) Developing culinary expertise
Answer :- (b) Promoting discipline and leadership
96. What is leadership?
(a) Leadership is the ability to win elections
(b) Leadership is the ability to become a student union leader
(c) Leadership is the ability to deliver long lectures
(d) Leadership is the ability to guide, influence, and motivate individuals in a group to achieve a common goal
Answer :- (d) Leadership is the ability to guide, influence, and motivate individuals in a group to achieve a common goal
97. What is the difference between leadership and management?
(a) Leadership focuses on motivating and inspiring people, while management is involved in organizing and overseeing tasks and resources
(b) Leadership gives orders and management gives guidelines
(c) There can only be one leader, whereas management can have multiple people
(d) Leaders are elected, while managers are selected
Answer :- (a) Leadership focuses on motivating and inspiring people, while management is involved in organizing and overseeing tasks and resources
98. What leadership qualities should an NCC cadet possess?
(a) The NCC cadet should be motivated to join the army
(b) He/she should participate in all NCC camps
(c) Discipline, team spirit, courage, and self-confidence with a secular outlook
(d) The NCC cadet should become a senior under officer
Answer :- (c) Discipline, team spirit, courage, and self-confidence with a secular outlook
99. What qualities should a military leader possess?
(a) The military leader is physically very strong
(b) The military leader’s drill is exemplary
(c) The military leader does not drink alcohol and does not smoke
(d) Strong intellect, professional competence, high moral character, and acting as a role model
Answer :- (d) Strong intellect, professional competence, high moral character, and acting as a role model