English Comprehension PYQs

The correct answer is Option (3) i.e. RPQS

Key Points

• The sentence begins with the subject "The Constitution," which is correctly indicated by part (R).
• Following the subject, "lays down certain directive principles of state policy" (RP) continues the logical sequence, making it clear what the Constitution lays down.
• The next part, "which though not justiciable are fundamental to the governance of the country," starts the explanation about the directive principles, indicated by (P).
• Ending with "and it is the duty of the state to apply these principles in making laws" (QS) completes the sentence by stating the state's responsibility.

Therefore, the correct answer is RPQS.

Additional Information

• Option 1 (PQRS): This option starts with "directive principles of state policy which though not justiciable are fundamental to the governance of the country and it is the duty." This sequence is incomplete and does not make sense grammatically.
• Option 2 (QRPS): This option starts with "the Constitution lays down certain fundamental to the governance of the country," which makes the sentence incorrect as the explanation starts too early, missing contextual flow.
• Option 4 (SPRQ): This option starts with "of the state to apply these principles in making laws directive principles which," which creates a fragmented and confusing sentence structure.

The correct answer is Option (2) i.e. QSRP

Key Points

• The sentence logically begins with "the geo-political and geo-economic landscape" which sets the context, indicated by Q.
• Next, "in a multipolar world is dynamic" continues the sentence explaining the nature of the landscape, indicated by S.
• Following this, "where aspects related to application of military force" starts the clause explaining the region of dynamics, indicated by R.
• Finally, "are evolving rapidly" completes the thought, indicating the ongoing changes, represented by P.

Therefore, the correct answer is QSRP.

Additional Information

• Option 1 (QRSP): This sequence creates an incomplete sentence structure, making it difficult to understand the role of dynamics and evolution in the context.
• Option 3 (SPRQ): This sequence begins with "in a multipolar world is dynamic," which does not make a coherent beginning of the sentence.
• Option 4 (SQRP): This sequence also constructs a fragmented description with "in a multipolar world is dynamic", disrupting the intended flow of information.

The correct Answer is Option (4) i.e. QRPS

Key Points

• Upon re-evaluating the jumbled sentence parts, the correct order to form a coherent and meaningful sentence is:
• (Q) India has participated actively in multilateral forums: This introduces the subject and states the action.
• (R) relating to disarmament, non-proliferation and: This specifies the focus areas of the participation.
• (P) international security, taking into account its national security interests and priorities: This further explains the context of participation, mentioning the broader topic of international security and India's own concerns.
• (S) in the international security arena: This part ties everything together by specifying the field in which these activities are carried out.
• When combined in this order, the sentence reads as follows: "India has participated actively in multilateral forums relating to disarmament, non-proliferation and international security, taking into account its national security interests and priorities in the international security arena."

Therefore, the most appropriate option is: 4) QRPS.

The correct answer is Option (3) i.e**. RPQS.**

Key Points

• The correct sentence needs to make logical sense and be grammatically correct.
• "Children in the age group of 5-8 years" is the subject that needs to be linked to what is said about them.
• The phrase "are directly linked" (R) must be followed by what they are linked to, which is the "formal education system" (P) through (Q) and finally "Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan" (S).
• The Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan is a formal education initiative, making S the logical conclusion to the sequence.

Therefore, the correct answer is RPQS.

Additional Information

• Option 1: RPSQ  "linked to the formal education system through (P)" should come after discussing who is linked. Misplaces the object "a close coordination with the" making it grammatically incorrect.
• Option 2: QSPR: Begins with "a close coordination with the," which disrupts the logical order, leading to a grammatically incorrect sentence.
• **Option 4: QRPS:**Starting with "a close coordination with the" again breaks the logical linkage and the flow of information.

The correct answer is Option (4) i.e. SRQP

Key Points

• The sentence logically begins with "yoga is being," which introduces the subject and the action, indicated by S.
• Next, "practised as part of healthy lifestyle" describes how yoga is being used, indicated by R.
• Following this, "and has become part of" connects the practice of yoga to a broader context, indicated by Q.
• Finally, "our spiritual heritage" completes the thought by adding the cultural significance, represented by P.

Therefore, the correct answer is SRQP.

Additional Information

• Option 1 (PQRS): This sequence incorrectly starts with "our spiritual heritage," failing to frame the subject and action initially.
• Option 2 (PRSQ): This sequence starts with "our spiritual heritage" followed by "practised as part of healthy lifestyle," which is contextually and logically disjointed.
• Option 3 (SRPQ): This sequence places "part of" before "our spiritual heritage," creating an awkward and incomplete sentence structure.

The correct answer is Option (3) i.e. SRQP

Key Points

• The sentence logically begins with "she who has been in trouble," which introduces the subject and context, indicated by S.
• Next, "would know the trouble" continues with an assertion about knowledge of trouble, indicated by R.
• Following this, "better than the one" compares the knowledge of trouble, indicated by Q.
• Finally, "who has been troubling" completes the thought by specifying the entity being known, represented by P.

Therefore, the correct answer is SRQP.

Additional Information

• Option 1 (PSQR): This sequence starts with "who has been troubling," which leaves the subject unclear and disrupts the logical flow.
• Option 2 (SPRQ): This sequence makes sense in parts but incorrectly connects some fragments, making the sentence less coherent.
• Option 4 (PQRS): This sequence doesn't follow a logical flow and context, making the sentence fragmented and confusing.

The correct answer is Option (2) i.e. QSPR

Key Points

• The sentence logically begins with "the speaker reiterated before the audience," which introduces the subject and action, indicated by Q.
• Next, "all that glitters is not gold" accurately specifies what was reiterated, indicated by P.
• Following this, "the fact that the old epithet" begins to explain the context of the epithet, indicated by S.
• Finally, "is still valid" completes the explanation by affirming the current relevance of the epithet, represented by R.

Therefore, the correct answer is QSPR.

Additional Information

• Option 1 (QRPS): This sequence incorrectly places "is still valid" before "the fact that the old epithet," disrupting the logical flow.
• Option 3 (RPSQ): This sequence starts with "is still valid," which leaves the subject and action unclear and makes the sentence fragmented.
• Option 4 (SPQR): This sequence incorrectly starts with "the fact that the old epithet," which makes the explanation less coherent without proper introduction.

The correct answer is Option (2) i.e. RQSP

Key Points

• The sentence logically begins with "the second scenario suggested," which introduces the context and the proposition, indicated by R.
• Next, "that the population will peak" follows up by explaining what the scenario suggested, indicated by Q.
• Following this, "at 8.5 billion by 2040" provides the specific detail related to the peak, indicated by S.
• Finally, "a decade sooner than 2050" completes the thought by placing the timeline in context, represented by P.

Therefore, the correct answer is RQSP.

Additional Information

• Option 1 (PSQR): This sequence incorrectly starts with "a decade sooner than 2050," leaving the context unclear and disrupting the logical flow.
• Option 3 (RPSQ): This sequence places "a decade sooner than 2050" before specifying the population peak, making the sentence less coherent.
• Option 4 (PRSQ): This sequence starts with "a decade sooner than 2050" and does not follow a logical flow, making the sentence fragmented and confusing.

The correct answer is Option (3) i.e. RQPS

Key Points

• The sentence logically begins with "peace is always the only alternative," which sets up the primary assertion, indicated by R.
• Next, "not only during war and" continues by introducing a conditional statement regarding times of war, indicated by Q.
• Following this, "turbulent times" specifies difficult conditions, indicated by P.
• Finally, "but also during peaceful times" completes the thought by extending the conditional statement to include peaceful periods, represented by S.

Therefore, the correct answer is RQPS.

Additional Information

• Option 1 (RPSQ): This sequence incorrectly places "turbulent times" before "not only during war and," which disrupts the logical flow of the sentence.
• Option 2 (PRSQ): This sequence starts with "turbulent times," leaving the primary assertion unclear and making the sentence less coherent.
• Option 4 (SPQR): This sequence incorrectly starts with "but also during peaceful times," which makes the sentence fragmented and confusing without proper context.

The correct answer is Option (1) i.e. RQSP

Key Points

• The sentence logically begins with "'population bomb' related narratives mobilised," which introduces the main subject and action, indicated by R.
• Next, "many policies and behaviours" specifies what was mobilised by the narratives, indicated by Q.
• Following this, "that shaped the lives of" explains the impact of these policies and behaviours, represented by S.
• Finally, "generations of Indian women" completes the thought by specifying who was impacted, indicated by P.

Therefore, the correct answer is RQSP.

Additional Information

• Option 2 (PSQR): This sequence incorrectly starts with "generations of Indian women," making the sentence less coherent without proper context.
• Option 3 (RPSQ): This sequence places "many policies and behaviours" at the end, disrupting the logical flow of the sentence.
• Option 4 (PQRS): This sequence starts with "generations of Indian women" and does not follow a logical flow, making the sentence fragmented and confusing.

The correct answer is 'Option 3' i.e. 'RSPQ'. 

Key Points

• The correct sequence of the sentences is:
• S1: The Attorney-General of India is appointed by the President of India.
• R: Any person qualified to be a judge of the Supreme Court can be appointed for the post.
• S: The duty of the Attorney-General is to give advice to the Government of India upon such legal matters, and to perform such other duties of a legal character, as may from time to time be referred to him or assigned to him by the President, and to discharge the functions conferred on him by or under the Constitution or any other law for the time being in force.
• P: In the performance of his duties, the Attorney-General shall have the right of audience in all courts in the territory of India.
• Q: The Attorney-General shall hold office during the pleasure of the President.
• S6: He shall receive such remuneration as the President may determine.

Therefore, the correct sequence is: 'RSPQ'.

The correct answer is "Option 1".

The correct answer is Option 2) 'SPRQ'

Key Points

• The sequence S, P, R, and Q ensures the text flows logically, discussing shareholding first, then purpose, followed by initial contribution, and ending with equal shareholding.
• Sentence S directly connects with S1 by discussing India's and other members' equal shareholding.
• The concluding S6 about India being the largest borrower fits well after mentioning the purpose and initial contributions.
• The order SPRQ connects the ideas logically about shareholding, purpose, contributions, and individual shares.

Therefore, the correct answer is: SPRQ.

Additional Information

• **Option 1) PQSR:**Misplacement of Q and S disrupts logical flow. Doesn't clearly connect with S1 or lead smoothly into S6.
• Option 3) QSRP: Begins with shareholding without context. Doesn't establish a clear logical sequence.
• Option 4) RSQP: Starts with financial contribution, skipping over mention of shareholding which is critical in linking to S1. Disrupts flow from purpose to shareholding.

The correct answer is 'Option 1'.

The correct answer is 'Option 2'.

Key Points

• The sentence starting with "It has come after 34 years" (Q) logically follows the introduction sentence S1, providing a timeline context.
• The information sequence should first cover the timeline and then move to the aims and objectives of the policy.
• After establishing the timeline (Q), the sentence (S) which talks about the aim to transform India logically follows.
• The sentences should then go into specifics, with P providing objectives related to access, equity, quality, affordability, and accountability.
• Finally, R elaborates on the specific focuses like unique capabilities, ethical values, critical thinking, and rootedness in India.

Therefore, the correct answer is QSPR.

Additional Information

• Option 1: PRSQ
• This option starts with objectives (P), which should logically follow the introduction of the policy.
• Misplaces the timeline context (Q) which should come immediately after S1.
• Option 3: RQSP
• Begins with an emphasis on unique capabilities (R), which is too specific to follow directly from S1.
• Misplaces the general aim and access-related objectives.
• Option 4: SQRP
• Starts with a general aim (S) after S1, but then places the timeline context (Q) incorrectly after discussing aims and objectives.

The correct answer is 'Option 3'.

The correct answer is 'Option 3'.

The correct answer is 'Option 3'.

The correct answer is Option 1.

The correct answer is 'Option 2'.