KARUNYA MANAGEMENT ADMISSIONS TEST(KMAT)-2025
SAMPLE QUESTION PAPER
Students with a Management Background/Without a Management Background
K MAT has Four sections, A total of 100 questions are to be attempted over 120 minutes.
SECTION-I: LANGUAGE COMPREHENSION
Directions (Question 1-4): Study the given passage to answer the questions that follows the passage.
Passage: Climate change is one of the most pressing global challenges of the 21st century, affecting ecosystems, economies, and communities worldwide. Rising global temperatures, attributed primarily to human activities such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation, have led to melting polar ice caps, rising sea levels, and extreme weather events. These changes threaten biodiversity, agriculture, and human health, particularly in vulnerable regions. Despite international agreements like the Paris Accord aimed at limiting global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, progress remains slow. Economic interests and political disputes often hinder coordinated efforts to combat climate change. On the other hand, there is growing momentum for adopting renewable energy sources, enhancing energy efficiency, and implementing sustainable practices. The transition to a low-carbon economy not only mitigates the effects of climate change but also offers opportunities for innovation, job creation, and economic growth. Addressing this issue requires collective action, not just at the governmental level but also through individual and corporate responsibility, ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come.
Questions:
1. What is the primary focus of the passage?
A) The economic benefits of renewable energy.
B) The challenges and solutions related to climate change.
C) The role of international agreements in addressing climate change.
D) The impact of political disputes on global warming.
2. Which of the following is mentioned as a primary cause of rising global temperatures?
A) Natural climate cycles.
B) Deforestation and the burning of fossil fuels.
C) Insufficient adoption of renewable energy.
D) Lack of international agreements.
3. According to the passage, what is a significant barrier to addressing climate change?
A) The absence of sustainable practices.
B) The economic costs of renewable energy.
C) Political disagreements and economic interests.
D) Lack of public awareness.
4. What is one benefit of transitioning to a low-carbon economy, as mentioned in the passage?
A) Reduction in energy demand.
B) Opportunities for innovation and job creation.
C) Elimination of political disputes.
D) Complete eradication of climate change effects.
Directions (Question 5): In this question, choose the option which can be substituted for the given words.
To carry out a detailed analysis of data or text to extract meaning or find patterns.
(1) Extrapolate (2) Scrutinize (3) Construe (4) Tabulate
SECTION II
Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning
Directions (Question 6): Study the given information carefully to answer the question.
There are six project managers: A, B, C, D, E, and F, and four engineers: X, Y, Z, and W. Some teams are to be formed based on the following conditions:
ď‚· Each team must have at least one manager and one engineer.
ď‚· If A is in the team, then Z cannot be part of the team.
ď‚· If B is in the team, then X must also be in the team.
ď‚· At most, two managers can be part of a single team.
ď‚· No team can include both D and E.
Question 6:
Which of the following is a valid team composition?
(1) A, B, X, Y
(2) D, E, W, Z
(3) B, C, X, Z
(4) C, F, Y, W
Directions (Question 7): The given question has a statement followed by two conclusions I and II. Decide which of the conclusions follows from the statement. Mark answer as
Statement:
"The use of electric vehicles (EVs) is being promoted to reduce pollution and dependence on fossil fuels."
Conclusions:
I. Switching to electric vehicles will completely eliminate air pollution. II. Adoption of electric vehicles can decrease the consumption of fossil fuels.
Options:
1. If only conclusion I follows
2. If only conclusion II follows
3. If neither conclusion I nor II follows
4. If both conclusions I and II follow
Question 8.
Assertion (A): Diversification in a business helps reduce risks and increases stability. Reason (R): A diversified business invests in multiple unrelated industries to minimize losses in case of failure in one sector.
Options:
1. Both (A) and (R) are true, and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
2. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Question 9 : Sita and Geeta are sisters. Ramesh is the father of Geeta, and Radha is Ramesh's wife. Which of the following statements cannot be said to be definitely true?
1. Sita is the daughter of Radha.
2. Ramesh is the husband of Radha.
3. Ramesh is the brother of Sita.
4. Radha is the mother of Sita.
Question 10: Pointing to Rajesh, Divya said, “His mother is the only daughter of my grandmother.” How is Divya related to Rajesh?
1. Aunt
2. Mother
3. Sister
4. Cousin
SECTION III
QUANTITATIVE ABILITY (QA)
Question 11:
Three pipes A, B, and C can fill a tank in 10, 12, and 15 hours, respectively. If pipes A and B are open all the time and pipe C is open for one hour every alternate hour, in how many hours will the tank be full?
1. 5 hours
2. 6 hours
3. 7 hours
4. None of these
Question 12:
A certain sum was invested at simple interest for 4 years at a particular rate. If the interest earned at 1% higher rate of interest is â‚ą6,000 more, what was the principal amount?
1. â‚ą1,50,000
2. â‚ą1,60,000
3. â‚ą1,40,000
4. â‚ą1,25,000
Question 13:
The difference between a two-digit number and the number obtained by reversing its digits is 27. The sum of its digits is 11. What is the original number?
1. 63
2. 74
3. 85
4. 94
Question 14:
A square plot is measured, but one side is taken 4% longer, and the other is taken 5% shorter. What is the percentage error in the calculated area of the plot?
1. 1%
2. 1.2%
3. 0.8%
4. 2%
Question
15:
A man invests â‚ą20,000 at a compound interest rate of 10% per annum. What will be the amount after 2 years?
1. â‚ą22,000
2. â‚ą24,200
3. â‚ą24,000
4. â‚ą25,000
Question 16:
The salaries of A and B are in the ratio 5:7. If both receive an increment of ₹5,000, their salaries become in the ratio 6:8. What was A’s salary before the increment?
1. â‚ą20,000
2. â‚ą25,000
3. â‚ą30,000
4. â‚ą35,000
Directions: 17 -19 Study the following pie-charts to answer these questions.
Question 17: If 22% of the Production department persons are posted at Hyderabad region, then what % of Hyderabad workforce are in Production department?
(a) 38.5%
(b) 78%
(c) 68 %
(d) 22%
Question 18: How many supervisors are posted in Calcutta region?
(a) 1237
(b) 985
(c) 1144
(d) Data insufficient
Question 19: If 11% officers of the company are in Administration and Accounts department of which 75% are posted at Calcutta, then what percent of total officers of the company are posted at Administration and Accounts, Calcutta?
(a) 11.14%
(b) 8.25%
(c) 3.75%
(d) Data insufficient
Question 20: If under expansion programme, the company recruits 12% of workforce of Hyderabad and Mumbai regions, but 6% of workforce of Calcutta region retires, and workforce at other regions remains the same, then what will be the total workforce of the company?
(a) 65196
(b) 68238
(c) 72204
(d) 69430
SECTION IV
Indian and Global Business Environment
1. The global economic recovery post-COVID-19 in 2024 is primarily dependent on which factor?
(1) The stability of supply chains
(2) Rising inflation in emerging markets
(3) Global oil prices
(4) Aggressive monetary policies in developed countries
2. India’s Digital India initiative aims to:
(1) Promote digital literacy and increase online education
(2) Establish a cashless economy by banning physical currency
(3) Encourage the privatization of all public sector enterprises
(4) Increase imports of digital devices from abroad
3. What is the main objective of India’s Make in India campaign?
(1) To make India a global hub for innovation and research
(2) To encourage multinational companies to relocate to India
(3) To promote manufacturing and create jobs in India
(4) To reduce India’s reliance on foreign technology
4. Which of the following is a key focus area in India's Trade Policy (2023-2024) to improve its global business environment?
(1) Reducing tariffs on agricultural imports
(2) Expanding export of digital services
(3) Increasing imports of essential goods
(4) Eliminating foreign direct investment (FDI) restrictions
5. In the context of global business, what does the term “Decoupling” refer to?
(1) A shift towards local sourcing to reduce dependency on foreign markets
(2) Expansion of global trade agreements between countries
(3) Increased collaboration between the EU and emerging markets
(4) The reduction of tariffs in the international trade system
6. In 2024, which of the following countries is India focusing on in order to boost its “Act East” policy?
(1) United States
(2) Japan
(3) Vietnam
(4) Russia
7. Which of the following is NOT a challenge for Indian businesses in the global market as of 2024?
(1) High global demand for Indian exports
(2) Global supply chain disruptions
(3) Increasing protectionism worldwide
(4) Exchange rate volatility
8. In 2024, the Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan is focused on:
(1) Self-reliance in critical sectors like defense and electronics
(2) Increasing foreign investment in the manufacturing sector
(3) Creating a global manufacturing hub for technology exports
(4) Focusing on agricultural exports
9. As of 2024, which of the following is a key component of India’s foreign trade policy to boost exports?
(1) Enhanced access to the international market for Indian products
(2) Reduction of import tariffs for local industries
(3) Strict restrictions on the export of agricultural products
(4) Zero taxation on all international transactions
10. India’s current Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) policy, in the context of its global business environment, aims to:
(1) Attract long-term investments in infrastructure, manufacturing, and technology
(2) Limit foreign investment in public-sector enterprises
(3) Reduce the entry of foreign capital in the service sector
(4) Increase trade barriers to protect domestic industries