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General intelligence and Reasoning Ability 1 (20 questions)

1

Identify the term that does not follow the pattern in the given series.

NL, LN, IK, EU, ZZ

  1. ((a))

    ZZ

  2. ((b))

    IK

  3. ((c))

    LN

  4. ((d))

    EU

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

ZZ

2

'7-1-12-1' is related to 'gala' and '12-1-4-25' is related to 'lady' in the same way as '16-21-18-12' is related to 

  1. ((a))

    urpl

  2. ((b))

    purl

  3. ((c))

    rlpu

  4. ((d))

    ppru

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

urpl

3

In the following question, two statements are given, followed by two conclusions numbered I and II. Taking the two given statements to be true even if they seem to be at variance from commonly known facts, disregarding commonly known facts, decide which of the given conclusions logically follows from the two statements.

Statements:

  1. Some shapes are scores.
  2. All scores are numbers.

Conclusions:

I. All numbers are scores.

II. Some numbers are shapes.

  1. ((a))

    Only conclusion II follows

  2. ((b))

    Neither I nor II follows

  3. ((c))

    Only conclusion I follows

  4. ((d))

    Both I and II follow

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Only conclusion II follows

4

In the following question, two statements are given, followed by two conclusions numbered I and II. Taking the two given statements to be true even if they seem to be at variance from commonly known facts, decide which of the given conclusions logically follows from the two statements, disregarding commonly known facts.

Statements:

  1. Some books are tables.
  2. All tables are chairs.

Conclusions:

I. Some books are chairs.

II. All chairs are tables.

  1. ((a))

    Neither I nor II follows

  2. ((b))

    Both I and II follow

  3. ((c))

    Only conclusion I follows

  4. ((d))

    Only conclusion II follows

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Neither I nor II follows

5

Complete the series: 751, 709, 669, 631, 595, ___

  1. ((a))

    563

  2. ((b))

    565

  3. ((c))

    564

  4. ((d))

    561

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

563

6

Which term comes next in the given sequence?

J2F, M6E, P10D, S14C, ?

  1. ((a))

    U18B

  2. ((b))

    W16D

  3. ((c))

    X16C

  4. ((d))

    V18B

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

U18B

7

If * means 'addition', < means 'subtraction', + means 'division', > means 'multiplied by', - means 'equal to' and ÷ means 'less than', then solve the following.

5>16*32+2<12

  1. ((a))

    16

  2. ((b))

    48

  3. ((c))

    84

  4. ((d))

    88

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

16

8

How many such letters are there in the given series each of which is immediately preceded and immediately followed by a symbol?

R @ T % J I ! A * K # X S & F +

  1. ((a))

    0

  2. ((b))

    4

  3. ((c))

    5

  4. ((d))

    2

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

0

9

From the given alternatives, select a pair in which the two terms are related in the same way as are the two terms of the given two pairs.

JU:QF, ST:HG

  1. ((a))

    GD:UW

  2. ((b))

    HI:RS

  3. ((c))

    UM:VN

  4. ((d))

    ID:RW

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

GD:UW

10

There is some relationship between the two words (letter groups) to the left of the symbol (::). A similar relationship exists between the two words to the right of the symbol (::), one of which is missing. Find the missing option from the four alternatives.

QWERT: TTHOW: ORITE: ROLQH :: JIKOL:?

  1. ((a))

    GFHLO

  2. ((b))

    MLHRO

  3. ((c))

    MFNLO

  4. ((d))

    MFHRO

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

GFHLO

11

This question is based on the five four-letter groups given below.

If all the letters within each group are arranged alphabetically, how many letter groups will have a vowel as the first letter?

OPUM, IURL, HKUM, OESG, HCEJ

  1. ((a))

    1

  2. ((b))

    3

  3. ((c))

    4

  4. ((d))

    2

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

1

12

Interchanging which two digits will make the equation correct?

5 + 4 * 6 - 8/2 = 30

  1. ((a))

    4 and 5

  2. ((b))

    4 and 6

  3. ((c))

    6 and 2 

  4. ((d))

    8 and 2

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

4 and 5

13

Which of the given interchange of signs will make the given equation correct?

2 + 4 - 6 * 16 ÷ 4 = 6

  1. ((a))
    • and ÷
  2. ((b))

    ÷ and +

  3. ((c))

    * and +

  4. ((d))

    * and -

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))
  • and ÷
14

Which of the following terms will replace the question mark in the given series?

ABD, DGK, HMS, ?

  1. ((a))

    MBT

  2. ((b))

    MTB

  3. ((c))

    LTA

  4. ((d))

    LSA

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

MBT

15

If 'H + K' means H is the daughter of K, 'H * K' means H is the son of K and 'H - K' means H is the wife of K, then for C * P - L, which of the following is true?

  1. ((a))

    C is the daughter of L

  2. ((b))

    L is the wife of P

  3. ((c))

    L is the father of C

  4. ((d))

    P is the father of C

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

C is the daughter of L

16

How many such symbols are there in the given series each of which is immediately preceded by a number and immediately followed by a symbol?

3 @ 5 ) < 2 1 + 3 = 8 ? ! 6 2 ^ * 6 1 1 % - 5 6 # > 0 ~ < 1 = 1 7 " $ + 5 1

  1. ((a))

    Four

  2. ((b))

    Five

  3. ((c))

    Seven

  4. ((d))

    Six

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Four

17

Dheeraj and Karan are brothers. Dheeraj is Veer's son. Raj is Veer's father. In terms of relationship, who is Karan to Raj?

  1. ((a))

    Grandfather

  2. ((b))

    Son

  3. ((c))

    Son of son

  4. ((d))

    Father

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Grandfather

18

In the following question, two statements are given, followed by two conclusions numbered I and II. Take the three given statements to be true even if they seem to be at variance from commonly known facts and decide which of the given conclusions logically follows from the two statements, disregarding commonly known facts.

Statements:

  1. Some stars are suns.
  2. Some suns are planets.

Conclusions:

I. All stars are planets.

II. Some planets are stars.

  1. ((a))

    Only conclusion II follows

  2. ((b))

    Neither I nor II follows

  3. ((c))

    Both I and II follow

  4. ((d))

    Only conclusion I follows

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Only conclusion II follows

19

Find the missing number (?) in the series: 6, 11, 20, ?, 70

  1. ((a))

    37

  2. ((b))

    33

  3. ((c))

    36

  4. ((d))

    28

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

37

20

In a coding language, 'O15J10' is related to 'R18M13' and 'D3P11' is related to 'G6S14'. Following the same pattern, 'N14S19' is related to:

  1. ((a))

    P17V22

  2. ((b))

    Q18V21

  3. ((c))

    Q17V22

  4. ((d))

    Q17U22

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

P17V22

General intelligence and Reasoning Ability 2 (20 questions)

21

In the following triad, each group of letters is related to the next letter following a certain logic.

RIX-QEW-PAV

CLT-BHS-ADR

Which of the following options follows the same logic?

  1. ((a))

    stu-rpl-qls

  2. ((b))

    stu-rpt-sls

  3. ((c))

    stu-rpt-qts

  4. ((d))

    stu-rpt-qls

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

stu-rpl-qls

22

Six people, Ishita, Prakash, Rajeev, Nishant, Yash, and Arjun, live in a six-story building, each floor numbered one through six (where the topmost floor is numbered 6 and the ground floor is numbered 1). Each person lives on a different floor.

Ishita lives on the second floor.

There are two floors between the floors of Nishant and Arjun.

Arjun lives on the floor above Nishant's floor, and Nishant does not live on the second floor.

Prakash does not live on an odd-numbered floor.

Rajeev does not live on any floor below Arjun's floor.

Yash does not live on a floor immediately above or below Prakash's floor.

Which of the following floors does Prakash live on?

  1. ((a))

    2

  2. ((b))

    6

  3. ((c))

    4

  4. ((d))

    Data is insufficient

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

2

23

Three of the following four are alike in a certain way based on their alphabetical order and thus form a group. Which is the one that does not belong to that group?

(Note: The odd one out is not based on the number of consonants/vowels or their position in the letter group)

  1. ((a))

    (EK-DL-CM)

  2. ((b))

    (MN-LO-KP)

  3. ((c))

    (XR-WS-VR)

  4. ((d))

    (WA-VB-UC)

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

(EK-DL-CM)

24

In the following question, three statements are given, followed by two conclusions numbered I and II. Assume the given three statements to be true even if they seem to be at variance from commonly known facts and, disregarding commonly known facts, decide which of the given conclusions logically follows from the given two statements.

Statements:

  1. Some colours are brushes.
  2. Some brushes are inks.
  3. Some inks are dyes.

Conclusions:

I. Some dyes are brushes.

II. Some brushes are colours.

  1. ((a))

    Neither conclusion I nor II follows

  2. ((b))

    Only conclusion I follows

  3. ((c))

    Either conclusion I or II follows

  4. ((d))

    Only conclusion II follows

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Neither conclusion I nor II follows

25

How many such symbols are there in the given series each of which is immediately preceded by a letter and immediately followed by a symbol?

G ^ * Y A @ B < O - ? I X ! = Y A # > T ) C $ X R

  1. ((a))

    Two 

  2. ((b))

    Four

  3. ((c))

    One

  4. ((d))

    Three

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Two 

26

Find out the option that will replace the question mark.

605-124-581:613-132-589::252-195-423:260-203-431::719-891-924:?

  1. ((a))

    720-892-925

  2. ((b))

    724-890-930

  3. ((c))

    727-899-932

  4. ((d))

    725-895-932

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

720-892-925

27

Select the option that indicates the word that appears at the third position when all the given words are arranged in the same order in which they appear in the English language dictionary.

Tranquillity Tenacious Triumph Tantalizing Transcendent Turquoise

  1. ((a))

    Triumph

  2. ((b))

    Tenacious

  3. ((c))

    Tranquillity

  4. ((d))

    Transcendent

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Triumph

28

In the question below, a set of numbers is given followed by four combinations of codes (letters/symbols).

Find out which combination correctly represents the set of numbers based on the following coding system that follows the conditions and answer accordingly.

Conditions:

(i) If a number starts and ends with a non-zero odd digit, the first and last digits should be coded as T and #, respectively.

(ii) If a number starts and ends with an even digit (including zero), the first and last digits should be coded as L and I, respectively. Should be coded as.

Digits0123456789
CodeQI^/#$|T@l
<br>

What is the code for '584761'?

  1. ((a))

    T@#TI# 

  2. ((b))

    T#@1T#

  3. ((c))

    T@#1T#

  4. ((d))

    T#@TI#

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

T@#TI# 

29

Based on the alphabetical order, three of the following four are alike in a certain way and thus form a group. Which is the one that does not belong to that group?

(Note: The odd one out is not based on the number of consonants/vowels or their position in the letter group)

  1. ((a))

    LMPKI-NORNK 

  2. ((b))

    HXIAR-JZKCT

  3. ((c))

    ZOMPU-BQORW 

  4. ((d))

    JASLK-LCUNM

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

LMPKI-NORNK 

30

In the following triad, each group of numbers is related to the next group following a certain logic.

65-130-780

84-168-1008

Which of the following options follows the same logic?

  1. ((a))

    56-112-560 

  2. ((b))

    95-190-1140

  3. ((c))

    74-147-888

  4. ((d))

    80-160-800

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

56-112-560 

31

Which term will replace the question mark in the series:

ND, IY, DT, ?, TJ

  1. ((a))

    XP

  2. ((b))

    YO

  3. ((c))

    XO

  4. ((d))

    YP

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

XP

32

Find the option that will replace the question mark.

105 15:56 8:: 168:?

  1. ((a))

    22

  2. ((b))

    23

  3. ((c))

    21

  4. ((d))

    24

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

22

33

If 'P - Q' means P is the wife of Q, 'P + Q' means P is the daughter of Q and 'P ÷ Q' means P is the son of Q, then which of the following correctly represents the relation M + O ÷ L?

  1. ((a))

    'L' and 'M' are brothers

  2. ((b))

    M' is the daughter of L's son

  3. ((c))

    'M' is the wife of 'L'

  4. ((d))

    'L' is the father of 'M'

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

'L' and 'M' are brothers

34

How many such symbols are there in the given series each of which is immediately preceded by a symbol and immediately followed by a letter?

H ( @ ! Y * $ I K ? / F J ^ & C # - Q F > % A F X

  1. ((a))

    Three

  2. ((b))

    Six

  3. ((c))

    Four

  4. ((d))

    Five

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Three

35

A certain number of people are standing in a straight line facing north. Aryan is eighth from the left end of the line, and there are only four people between Aryan and Priya. Siddharth is second to Priya's left, and Rohan is fourth to Siddharth's right. There are as many people standing between Aryan and Rohan as there are between Rohan and Nisha. Kavita is third to Nisha's right. The number of people between Aryan and Siddharth is the same as the number of people to Kavita's right. How many people are there in the line?

  1. ((a))

    20

  2. ((b))

    27

  3. ((c))

    14

  4. ((d))

    23

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

20

36

How many such numbers are there in the given series each of which is immediately preceded by a symbol and immediately followed by a symbol?

8 ) 5 ! 1 $ 2 5 6 ! 0 & 4 1 7 P 9 1 * 3 ? 2 1 $ I 9 5 % 7 # 6 ! 1 # 5 ^ 0

  1. ((a))

    Seven

  2. ((b))

    Six

  3. ((c))

    Nine

  4. ((d))

    Eight

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Seven

37

Based on the alphabetical order, three of the following four are alike in a certain way and thus form a group. Which is the one that does not belong to that group?

(Note: The odd one out is not based on the number of consonants/vowels or their position in the letter group)

  1. ((a))

    EIL

  2. ((b))

    LPS

  3. ((c))

    NQU

  4. ((d))

    CGJ

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

EIL

38

'18-15-26' is related to 'ila' and '8-12-13" is related to 'son' in the same way as '13-7-22' is related to

  1. ((a))

    mvg

  2. ((b))

    mgv

  3. ((c))

    ten

  4. ((d))

    nte

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

mvg

39

Based on the alphabetical order, three of the following four are alike in a certain way and thus form a group. Which is the one that does not belong to that group?

(Note: The odd one out is not based on the number of consonants/vowels or their position in the letter group)

  1. ((a))

    (GYR, HAS, ICT)

  2. ((b))

    (QLX, RNY, SPZ)

  3. ((c))

    (DWI, EYJ, FAK)

  4. ((d))

    (JAH, KCI, LDJ)

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

(GYR, HAS, ICT)

40

In the following question, three statements are given, followed by four conclusions numbered I, II, III, and IV. Assume the given statements to be true even if they seem to be at variance from commonly known facts and decide which of the given conclusions logically follows from the given conclusions.

Three statements disregarding commonly known facts.

Statements:

  1. Some ice cubes are liquids.
  2. Some liquids are gases.
  3. Some gases are solids.

Conclusions:

I. Some solids are liquids.

II. Some gases are ice cubes.

III. Some solids are ice cubes.

IV. Some ice cubes are gases.

  1. ((a))

    Only II and III follow

  2. ((b))

    All conclusions follow

  3. ((c))

    None of the conclusions follows

  4. ((d))

    Only III, III and IV follow

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Only II and III follow

General Awareness 1 (20 questions)

41

On January 1, 2024, India became a part of which multinational initiative aimed at building the largest radio telescope in the world?

  1. ((a))

    Square Kilometer Array Observatory

  2. ((b))

    National Aeronautics and Space Administration

  3. ((c))

    European Space Agency

  4. ((d))

    मौना केआ वेधशाला

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Square Kilometer Array Observatory

42

The 19th All India Legal Services Authority meeting was inaugurated by Dr. D. Chandrachud, Chief Justice of India and Patron-in-Chief, National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) on 30 June 2023 on _________

  1. ((a))

    Mumbai, Maharashtra

  2. ((b))

    Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh

  3. ((c))

    Chandigarh, Punjab

  4. ((d))

    Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Mumbai, Maharashtra

43

The Forest Department of ______ recently presented a ten-pillar strategy to reduce human-elephant conflict in the state. (January 2023)

  1. ((a))

    Assam

  2. ((b))

    Madhya Pradesh

  3. ((c))

    West Bengal

  4. ((d))

    Odisha

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Assam

44

In which year Malayalam was declared as a classical language of India?

  1. ((a))

    2016

  2. ((b))

    2013

  3. ((c))

    2015

  4. ((d))

    2014

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

2016

45

_____ are used to make food, fuel, and raw materials for the production of goods.

  1. ((a))

    Non-renewable resources

  2. ((b))

    Renewable resources

  3. ((c))

    Artificial resources

  4. ((d))

    Natural resources

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Non-renewable resources

46

Read the following statements regarding the difference between health care and public health.

A. The health care industry treats sick people, while public health aims to prevent people from becoming sick or injured in the first place.

B. Public health also focuses on entire populations, while health care focuses on individual patients.

Identify the correct statement(s).

  1. ((a))

    Only A

  2. ((b))

    Neither A nor B

  3. ((c))

    Both A and B

  4. ((d))

    Only B

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Only A

47

Which of the following is the official language of Jammu and Kashmir?

  1. ((a))

    Hindi

  2. ((b))

    Assamese

  3. ((c))

    Konkani

  4. ((d))

    Dogri

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Hindi

48

India's highest literary award, given annually to authors for the best creative literary writing in any of the 22 "scheduled languages" recognised in the Indian Constitution and, since 2013, in the English language.

  1. ((a))

    Gyanpith Award

  2. ((b))

    Sahitya Akademi Award

  3. ((c))

    Youth Award

  4. ((d))

    Saraswati Samman

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Gyanpith Award

49

Ugadi festival is celebrated in ______ state.

  1. ((a))

    Karnataka

  2. ((b))

    Maharashtra

  3. ((c))

    Assam

  4. ((d))

    Tamil Nadu

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Karnataka

50

What is the condition of fatigue and weakness caused by a deficiency of red blood cells or haemoglobin called?

  1. ((a))

    Osteoporosis

  2. ((b))

    Anemia

  3. ((c))

    Rickets

  4. ((d))

    Scurvy

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Osteoporosis

51

Which part of the flower usually develops into the fruit?

  1. ((a))

    Sepals

  2. ((b))

    Stamen

  3. ((c))

    Leaf

  4. ((d))

    Ovaries

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Sepals

52

What is the chemical symbol for the element with atomic number 6, which is essential for life and found in all organic compounds?

  1. ((a))

    C (Carbon)

  2. ((b))

    O (Oxygen)

  3. ((c))

    N (Nitrogen)

  4. ((d))

    H (Hydrogen)

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

C (Carbon)

53

In December 2023, India launched its fastest solar-powered boat to contribute to cleaner and calmer oceans. What is the name of this boat?

  1. ((a))

    Barracuda

  2. ((b))

    Arjun

  3. ((c))

    Arihant

  4. ((d))

    Navalat

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Barracuda

54

Baisakhi is celebrated in the month of ______.

  1. ((a))

    April

  2. ((b))

    May

  3. ((c))

    March

  4. ((d))

    June

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

April

55

Which of the following enzymes is responsible for breaking down starch into maltose during the digestive process?

  1. ((a))

    Lepage

  2. ((b))

    Protease

  3. ((c))

    Amylase

  4. ((d))

    Nuclease

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Lepage

56

______ development scheme was launched to ensure the welfare of sanitation workers in the southern state. (January 2023) Sanitation workers by the Chief Minister

  1. ((a))

    Karnataka

  2. ((b))

    Andhra Pradesh

  3. ((c))

    Kerala

  4. ((d))

    Tamil Nadu

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Karnataka

57

The National Commission for Women (NCW) registered 28,811 complaints of crime against women last year and about ______ were from Uttar Pradesh.

  1. ((a))

    64%

  2. ((b))

    42%

  3. ((c))

    25%

  4. ((d))

    55%

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

64%

58

Which award was presented to the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, in recognition of the ministry's achievements during the COVID-19 pandemic at The India Dialogue, organised by the Institute for Competitiveness (IFC) and Stanford University in March 2023?

  1. ((a))

    Booker Prize

  2. ((b))

    Bharat Ratna

  3. ((c))

    Filmfare Award

  4. ((d))

    Porter Prize

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Booker Prize

59

Genrobotics, a leading Kerala-based startup pioneering AI for social impact, has achieved ______ among Indian AI startups by receiving the 'AI Game Changers' award at the GPAI Summit 2023. (December 2023)

  1. ((a))

    Top three

  2. ((b))

    Top Four

  3. ((c))

    Top Six

  4. ((d))

    Top five

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Top three

60

Waiting for a Visa is the autobiography of ________.

  1. ((a))

    General Vijay Kumar Singh

  2. ((b))

    Anna Chandy

  3. ((c))

    B. V. Acharya

  4. ((d))

    Dr. B. R. Ambedkar

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

General Vijay Kumar Singh

General Awareness 2 (20 questions)

61

Project Elephant was launched in ________ and aims to ensure the long-term survival of elephants in their natural habitats by protecting their populations, habitats and migration corridors.

  1. ((a))

    1982

  2. ((b))

    2002

  3. ((c))

    1972

  4. ((d))

    1992

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

1982

62

Who is the social reformer associated with the launch of the Self-Respect Movement in Tamil Nadu in the year 1925?

  1. ((a))

    Periyar E.V. Ramasamy

  2. ((b))

    Subramaniam Bharati

  3. ((c))

    B.R. Ambedkar

  4. ((d))

    Jyotirao Phule

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Periyar E.V. Ramasamy

63

Who among the following was the last ruler of the Mughal Empire?

  1. ((a))

    Bahadur Shah।।

  2. ((b))

    Akbar Shah ।।

  3. ((c))

    Alamgir ।।

  4. ((d))

    Shah  आलम  ।।

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Bahadur Shah।।

64

The Mughal Empire was founded by __________ after defeating the Sultan of Delhi in the Battle of Panipat in 1526.

  1. ((a))

    Jahangir

  2. ((b))

    Akbar

  3. ((c))

    Shah Jahan

  4. ((d))

    Babur

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Jahangir

65

The Legislative Council of a State shall not consist of more than _________-- members of the total number of members of the Legislative Assembly of the State.

  1. ((a))

    Three-quarters

  2. ((b))

    One fifth

  3. ((c))

    One-third

  4. ((d))

    Two third

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Three-quarters

66

A micro enterprise is usually operated with ______ people and is started with _________ advance capital from a bank or other organization.

  1. ((a))

    Over 50, older

  2. ((b))

    More than 100, large

  3. ((c))

    Over 50, younger

  4. ((d))

    Less than 10, small

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Over 50, older

67

Which of the following refers to the initial period of employment in an organization when a new employee is thoroughly examined for their work and behavior?

  1. ((a))

    Probation

  2. ((b))

    Casual employment

  3. ((c))

    Apprenticeship

  4. ((d))

    Apprentice

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Probation

68

The winter season in India starts from the month of November and lasts till ______ months.

  1. ((a))

    April

  2. ((b))

    February

  3. ((c))

    May

  4. ((d))

    March

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

April

69

Which Indian state has the lowest population density based on the latest available census data of 2011?

  1. ((a))

    Sikkim

  2. ((b))

    Arunachal Pradesh

  3. ((c))

    Himachal Pradesh

  4. ((d))

    Jammu and Kashmir

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Sikkim

70

Read the following statements about the Western and Eastern Ghats of India.

A. The Western Ghats and Eastern Ghats mark the western and eastern edges of the Deccan Plateau, respectively.

B. The Western Ghats are higher than the Eastern Ghats.

Identify the correct statement(s).

  1. ((a))

    Only A

  2. ((b))

    Only B

  3. ((c))

    Both A and B

  4. ((d))

    न A और न ही B

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Only A

71

The Central Office of the Reserve Bank was initially established in Kolkata but was permanently shifted to _________ in 1937.

  1. ((a))

    Bangalore

  2. ((b))

    Lucknow

  3. ((c))

    Mumbai

  4. ((d))

    Delhi

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Bangalore

72

Which one of the following is a revivalist movement?

  1. ((a))

    Aligarh Movement

  2. ((b))

    Prathna Samaj

  3. ((c))

    Brahmo Samaj

  4. ((d))

    Deoband Movement

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Aligarh Movement

73

The Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu was formed on 26 January _______ by merging two separate Union Territories "Daman".

  1. ((a))

    2022

  2. ((b))

    2021

  3. ((c))

    2023

  4. ((d))

    2020

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

2022

74

Which of the following states has the lowest Christian population as per the 2011 census?

  1. ((a))

    Nagaland

  2. ((b))

    Mizoram

  3. ((c))

    Tripura

  4. ((d))

    मेघालय

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Nagaland

75

Which article of the Indian Constitution guarantees the right to equality?

  1. ((a))

    Article 35

  2. ((b))

    Article 370

  3. ((c))

    Article 14

  4. ((d))

    अनुच्छेद  377

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Article 35

76

_________ is the highest court in the Indian judicial system, established as Part V of the Indian Constitution.

  1. ((a))

    Supreme Court of India

  2. ((b))

    District Courts

  3. ((c))

    Subordinate Courts

  4. ((d))

    High Court of India

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Supreme Court of India

77

Which Indian cricketer has been nominated for the Arjuna Award? (December 2023)

  1. ((a))

    Mohammed Shami

  2. ((b))

    Shubman Gill

  3. ((c))

    Hardik Pandya

  4. ((d))

    श्रेयस अय्यर

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Mohammed Shami

78

Tungabhadra River merges into which major river of India?

  1. ((a))

    Godavari

  2. ((b))

    Krishna

  3. ((c))

    Yamuna

  4. ((d))

    Ganga

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Godavari

79

What is the minimum age criterion for a person to qualify for candidature in the Presidential election in India?

  1. ((a))

    30 Year

  2. ((b))

    35 Year

  3. ((c))

    40 Year

  4. ((d))

    45 Year

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

30 Year

80

In November 2023, which Indian state won the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2023-24 championship?

  1. ((a))

    Nagaland

  2. ((b))

    Karnataka

  3. ((c))

    Punjab

  4. ((d))

    Uttar Pradesh

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Nagaland

Arithmetical and Numerical Ability 1 (20 questions)

81

In a group of 7 boys, the ages (in years) of 6 of them are 24, 25, 27, 18, 19 and 21. If the average age of the entire group is then the age (in years) of the seventh boy is 22 years.

  1. ((a))

    21

  2. ((b))

    22

  3. ((c))

    19

  4. ((d))

    20

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

21

82

The product of two co-prime numbers is 323. What will be the greatest common factor of both the numbers?

  1. ((a))

    0

  2. ((b))

    323

  3. ((c))

    1

  4. ((d))

    29

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

0

83

The pie chart given below shows the favorite summer activity (in percentage) of 800 people in the year 2021 and 2022. Which of the following summer activity was least liked in both the years.

  1. ((a))

    Study

  2. ((b))

    Hiking

  3. ((c))

    Biking

  4. ((d))

    Swimming

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Study

84

A container is filled with a liquid, 7 parts water and 9 parts vinegar. How much of the mixture must be removed and replaced with water so that the mixture is half water and half vinegar?

  1. ((a))

    15\frac{1}{5}

  2. ((b))

    111\frac{1}{11}

  3. ((c))

    17\frac{1}{7}

  4. ((d))

    19\frac{1}{9}

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

15\frac{1}{5}

85

The table below shows the number of scooters manufactured by 5 companies and their percentage sales. Find the total number of unsold scooters of companies A and B.

CompanyTotal number of scooters manufacturedPercentage of scooters sold
A2000075%
B1500067%
C1200055%
D2100060%
E1800080%
  1. ((a))

    9920

  2. ((b))

    9950

  3. ((c))

    9430

  4. ((d))

    9500

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

9920

86

Find the compound interest on Rs 25,000 at 24% per annum for one year if the interest is compounded half-yearly.

  1. ((a))

    Rs. 31360 

  2. ((b))

    Rs. 9564

  3. ((c))

    Rs. 7568

  4. ((d))

    Rs. 6360

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Rs. 31360 

87

Express 0.14‾0.1\overline4 in the form of ab\frac{a}{b} where a and b are natural numbers.

  1. ((a))

    1916\frac{19}{16}

  2. ((b))

    1390\frac{13}{90}

  3. ((c))

    1542\frac{15}{42}

  4. ((d))

    1211\frac{12}{11}

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

1916\frac{19}{16}

88

The product of HCF and LCM of two numbers is 3468. If one of the numbers is 68, find the HCF of the numbers.

  1. ((a))

    51

  2. ((b))

    17

  3. ((c))

    85

  4. ((d))

    34

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

51

89

A house built at a cost of 500,000 is depreciating at a rate of 12% per year. What will its value be 3 years after construction?

  1. ((a))

    ₹ 3,40,736

  2. ((b))

    ₹3,40,722

  3. ((c))

    ₹ 3,40,730

  4. ((d))

    ₹ 3,40,740

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

₹ 3,40,736

90

Vinay allows a discount of 17% on a slate whose marked price is Rs 182. If the profit earned by Vinay is 30%, what is the cost price of the slate?

  1. ((a))

    Rs. 120.50 

  2. ((b))

    Rs. 106

  3. ((c))

    Rs. 102.60

  4. ((d))

    Rs. ​116.20

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Rs. 120.50 

91

The average working time of 9 employees is 6 hours. The addition of a new employee increases the average working hours to 7 hours. The new employee's working hours will be

  1. ((a))

    16 hr

  2. ((b))

    10 hr

  3. ((c))

    18 hr

  4. ((d))

    15 hr

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

16 hr

92

Find the value of 81+169−144+4\sqrt{81} + \sqrt{169} - \sqrt{144} + \sqrt{4}.

  1. ((a))

    14

  2. ((b))

    11

  3. ((c))

    12

  4. ((d))

    18

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

14

93

The bar graph below shows the sales of washing machines from 2019 to 2023. What was the percentage increase in sales from 2020 to 2021?

  1. ((a))

    95%

  2. ((b))

    85%

  3. ((c))

    90%

  4. ((d))

    80%

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

95%

94

Find the value of (43+62)32\frac{\sqrt{(4^3 + 6^2)^3}}{2}.

  1. ((a))

    450

  2. ((b))

    500

  3. ((c))

    750

  4. ((d))

    300

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

450

95

The product of two numbers is 6480. If the greatest common factor of the numbers is 18, find their least common multiple.

  1. ((a))

    340

  2. ((b))

    380

  3. ((c))

    360

  4. ((d))

    330

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

340

96

Find the difference between compound interest and simple interest on Rs. 2000 for one year at 6% per annum, if for compound interest, the interest is compounded half-yearly.

  1. ((a))

    Rs. 1.60 

  2. ((b))

    Rs. 1.80

  3. ((c))

    Rs. 1.50

  4. ((d))

    Rs. 1.20

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Rs. 1.60 

97

Which of the following numbers is divisible by 13?

  1. ((a))

    3018

  2. ((b))

    3952

  3. ((c))

    7541

  4. ((d))

    3123

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

3018

98

The following bar graph shows the income and expenditure (in thousands of rupees) of five companies D, E, F, G and H in the year 2022. Which company had the highest loss as a percentage of income in the year 2022?

  1. ((a))

    G

  2. ((b))

    D

  3. ((c))

    F

  4. ((d))

    E

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

G

99

In a sale, a shirt was marked at 15% off its marked price. A woman purchased the shirt and received an additional 20% discount for paying in cash and an additional 30% discount for being a loyal customer. She paid ₹1428 in cash. What was the marked price (in 1) of the shirt?

  1. ((a))

    ₹3000

  2. ((b))

    ₹2500

  3. ((c))

    ₹2000

  4. ((d))

    ₹4000

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

₹3000

100

Simplify: 1180 + (2564 x 0.25 - 1680 x 0.75) x 0.5

  1. ((a))

    870.5

  2. ((b))

    850.5

  3. ((c))

    890.5

  4. ((d))

    910.5

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

870.5

Arithmetical and Numerical Ability 2 (20 questions)

101

By selling 39 metres of cloth, the man receives a selling price of 13 metres. Find the profit percentage.

  1. ((a))

    60%

  2. ((b))

    30%

  3. ((c))

    25%

  4. ((d))

    50%

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

60%

102

Sanju runs twice as fast as Anu, and Anu runs three times as fast as Chetan. If Chetan covers a distance in 54 minutes, how long will it take Sanju to cover the same distance?

  1. ((a))

    9 minute

  2. ((b))

    8 minute

  3. ((c))

    15 minute

  4. ((d))

    11 minute

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

9 minute

103

Keshav traveled from Hariganj to Gaurganj at an average speed of m km/hr and returned from Gaurganj to Hariganj at an average speed of n km/hr. What was his average speed for the round-trip journey?

  1. ((a))

    2[m+nmn]\left[\frac{m+n}{mn}\right]

  2. ((b))

    2[mnm+n]\left[\frac{mn}{m+n}\right]

  3. ((c))

    [mnm+n]\left[\frac{mn}{m+n}\right]

  4. ((d))

    [m+nmn]\left[\frac{m+n}{mn}\right]

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

2[m+nmn]\left[\frac{m+n}{mn}\right]

104

Monil's monthly income has been reduced by 18%. By approximately what percent must her monthly income increase to return to her original monthly income?

  1. ((a))

    18%

  2. ((b))

    15%

  3. ((c))

    22%

  4. ((d))

    20%

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

18%

105

What is 165% of 184?

  1. ((a))

    303.60

  2. ((b))

    117.56

  3. ((c))

    111.51

  4. ((d))

    308.54

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

303.60

106

What is the ratio of the third proportional for 0.9 and 2.7 to the average proportional between 0.72 and 2.88?

  1. ((a))

    31:36

  2. ((b))

    35:36

  3. ((c))

    45:8

  4. ((d))

    21:32

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

31:36

107

Dixon bought a television for Rs 7600 and sold it at a loss of 16%. What was the selling price of the television?

  1. ((a))

    Rs. 6323 

  2. ((b))

    Rs. 6250

  3. ((c))

    Rs. 6345

  4. ((d))

    Rs. 6384

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Rs. 6323 

108

If ₹2500 is invested at simple interest, after 20 months it becomes ₹3125. What is the rate of interest per annum?

  1. ((a))

    5%

  2. ((b))

    10%

  3. ((c))

    15%

  4. ((d))

    20%

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

5%

109

A train travels from Hatpur to Shorpur at an average speed of 50 km/hr and returns at an average speed of 70 km/hr. The average speed of the train for the entire journey is approximately _______.

  1. ((a))

    55.7 kmph

  2. ((b))

    63.4 kmph

  3. ((c))

    62.4 kmph

  4. ((d))

    58.3 kmph

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

55.7 kmph

110

Ashish borrowed a certain sum from Ajay at 8.2% per annum simple interest. If Ashish has to pay a total interest of Rs 16400 at the end of five years, what is the amount borrowed?

  1. ((a))

    Rs. 50000 

  2. ((b))

    Rs. 80000

  3. ((c))

    Rs. 20000

  4. ((d))

    Rs. 40000

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Rs. 50000 

111

The ratio between two numbers is 7 : 6. If 30% of the first number is 21, what is 50% of the second number?

  1. ((a))

    33

  2. ((b))

    40

  3. ((c))

    30

  4. ((d))

    25

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

33

112

If 25 people working 12 hours a day take 5 days to complete a certain work, then how many hours a day should 15 people work so that the work is completed in 10 days?

  1. ((a))

    11 hr

  2. ((b))

    9 hr

  3. ((c))

    10 hr

  4. ((d))

    15 hr

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

11 hr

113

X : Y : Z are in the ratio 11 : 13 : 15. How much money will Y get out of the total Rs 1170?

  1. ((a))

    Rs. 390 

  2. ((b))

    Rs. 256

  3. ((c))

    Rs. 289

  4. ((d))

    Rs. 346

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Rs. 390 

114

When the price of the item was reduced by 18%, its sales increased by 60%. What was the net effect on revenue?

  1. ((a))

    31.2% increase

  2. ((b))

    37.2% decrease

  3. ((c))

    31.2% decrease

  4. ((d))

    44.4% की increase

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

31.2% increase

115

Abhijit, Bimal, and Cherry can complete a task in 11 days, 22 days, and 66 days, respectively. Working together, in how many days can they complete the same task?

  1. ((a))

    335\frac{33}{5} days

  2. ((b))

    337\frac{33}{7} days

  3. ((c))

    667\frac{66}{7} days

  4. ((d))

    665\frac{66}{5} days

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

335\frac{33}{5} days

116

Sandeep sold a mattress at a loss of 35%. If he had sold it for Rs. 186 more, he would have made a profit of 40%. The cost price of the mattress is:

  1. ((a))

    Rs. 254

  2. ((b))

    Rs. 265

  3. ((c))

    Rs. 270

  4. ((d))

    Rs. 248

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Rs. 254

117

Two trains 124 m and 140 m long are moving towards each other. Their speeds are 10 m/s and 14 m/s. How long will it take for the trains to pass each other?

  1. ((a))

    11 sec

  2. ((b))

    12 sec

  3. ((c))

    10 sec

  4. ((d))

    22 sec

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

11 sec

118

Abhay, Varsha, and Veena are partners. They share profits in the ratio 5:3:7. Veena retires and her share is taken over by Abhay. Calculate the new profit-sharing ratio between Abhay and Varsha.

  1. ((a))

    1:3

  2. ((b))

    2:1

  3. ((c))

    3:2

  4. ((d))

    4;1

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

1:3

119

If 54% of X = 66% of Y, then find the value of X:Y.

  1. ((a))

    11:13

  2. ((b))

    9:7

  3. ((c))

    11:9

  4. ((d))

    11:17

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

11:13

120

'B' varies directly with the cube of "A" and inversely with the square of "C". If B = 8 when value of A is 2 and value of C is 3, then what is the value of B when value of A is 4 and value of C is 6?

  1. ((a))

    8

  2. ((b))

    16

  3. ((c))

    4

  4. ((d))

    25

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

8

English Language 1 (20 questions)

121

A sentence has been given with a blank to be filled with an appropriate option. Choose the correct alternative.

The reason February is shorter than other months __________the history of how we measure and divide the year.

  1. ((a))

    come into

  2. ((b))

    comes down to

  3. ((c))

    comes off on

  4. ((d))

    come upon

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

come into

122

Improve the underlined part of the sentence. Choose "No improvement as an answer if the sentence is grammatically correct.

The Survey takes to the account that gender equality is an inherently multi-dimensional issue.

  1. ((a))

    takes into account that

  2. ((b))

    No improvement

  3. ((c))

    take in account that

  4. ((d))

    took in the account that

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

takes into account that

123

Choose the idiom/phrase that can substitute the highlighted group of words meaningfully.

He's used to having people who are ready to obey orders instantly.

  1. ((a))

    At his beck and call

  2. ((b))

    A dime a dozen

  3. ((c))

    On the ball

  4. ((d))

    Tying the shoe strings

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

At his beck and call

124

Choose the word that can substitute the given group of words.

To banish (a person) from their native country

  1. ((a))

    Immigrate

  2. ((b))

    Expatriate

  3. ((c))

    Nationalize

  4. ((d))

    Refugee

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Immigrate

125

A sentence has been given with a blank to be filled with an appropriate option. Choose the correct alternative.

When you have to spend more ________ petrol and diesel, you spend less on other items _____ need.

  1. ((a))

    in, at

  2. ((b))

    on, of

  3. ((c))

    at, on

  4. ((d))

    over, for

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

in, at

126

In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom Phrase.

To be at one's wit's end

  1. ((a))

    To be perplexed

  2. ((b))

     To be sad

  3. ((c))

    To lose one's temper

  4. ((d))

    To be intoxicated

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

To be perplexed

127

Improve the underlined part of the sentence. Choose "No improvement as an answer if the sentence is grammatically correct.

I have to met with my lawyer this afternoon.

  1. ((a))

    No improvement

  2. ((b))

    meeting with

  3. ((c))

    meets with

  4. ((d))

    meet with

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

No improvement

128

In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

To keep one's feet on the ground

  1. ((a))

    To be seek and slavish

  2. ((b))

    To be practical

  3. ((c))

    To create strong roots

  4. ((d))

    To act in a lordly manner

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

To be seek and slavish

129

Select the most appropriate option for the given blank.

The frequency of forest fire incidents in India has increased by 52 percent in ______ last two decades.

  1. ((a))

    No article

  2. ((b))

    a

  3. ((c))

    an

  4. ((d))

    the

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

No article

130

Choose the word that means the same as the given word.

Identifiable

  1. ((a))

    Atypical

  2. ((b))

    Untypical

  3. ((c))

    Distinct

  4. ((d))

    Hazards

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Atypical

131

Select the most appropriate option for the given blank.

I met Shabnam in __________ morning.

  1. ((a))

    No article 

  2. ((b))

    an

  3. ((c))

    the

  4. ((d))

    a

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

No article 

132

A sentence has been given with a blank to be filled with an appropriate option. Choose the correct alternative. 

I don't know if someone opened __________ door or if I managed to get it open ______.

  1. ((a))

    my, myself

  2. ((b))

    myself, me

  3. ((c))

    me, my

  4. ((d))

    mine, my

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

my, myself

133

Choose the idiom phrase that can substitute the highlighted group of words meaningfully.

I'm looking for a skilled worker, not one who can do many different things but is not very good at any one of them.

  1. ((a))

     Waiting in the wings

  2. ((b))

    Pull yourself together

  3. ((c))

    A jack-of-all-trades.

  4. ((d))

    A notch above

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

 Waiting in the wings

134

Improve the underlined part of the sentence. Choose "No improvement as an answer if the sentence is grammatically correct.

I want to go upstairs and play with Sanjay and Arpita.

  1. ((a))

    the upstairs and playing with

  2. ((b))

    upstairs and played with

  3. ((c))

    an upstairs and play with

  4. ((d))

    No improvement

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Answer: ((a))

the upstairs and playing with

135

The question below consists of a set of labelled sentences. Out of the four options given, select the most logical order of the sentences to form a coherent paragraph.

P. At each stage, innovations in farming techniques brought about huge increases in crop yields by area of arable land.

Q. This tremendous rise in food production has sustained a global population that has quadrupled in size over the of one century.

R. Agricultural methods have intensified continuously ever since the Industrial Revolution, and even more so since the "green revolution" in the middle decades of the 20th century.

S. As the human population continues to grow, so too has the amount of space dedicated to feeding it.

  1. ((a))

    SPRQ

  2. ((b))

    RSQP

  3. ((c))

    RPQS

  4. ((d))

    PSQR

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

SPRQ

136

A sentence has been given with a blank to be filled with an appropriate option. Choose the correct alternative.

In 18 out of the 24 regions we evaluated, we________more than two-thirds of the seabed area remained untraveled.

  1. ((a))

    founded

  2. ((b))

    have founded

  3. ((c))

    found

  4. ((d))

    had found

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Answer: ((a))

founded

137

Improve the underlined part of the sentence. Choose "No improvement as an answer if the sentence is grammatically correct.

He would prefer to speak with you in persona.

  1. ((a))

    you on person

  2. ((b))

    No improvement 

  3. ((c))

    you in person

  4. ((d))

    you in personal

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Answer: ((a))

you on person

138

Select the most appropriate option for the given blank.

_________ event is something that happens at a particular point in space and at a particular time.

  1. ((a))

    The

  2. ((b))

    A

  3. ((c))

    An

  4. ((d))

    No article

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

The

139

Choose the word that can substitute the given group of words.

A story relating to birds/animals with a moral in the end

  1. ((a))

    Anecdote

  2. ((b))

    Journal

  3. ((c))

    Manuscript

  4. ((d))

    Fable

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Anecdote

140

Choose the word that can substitute the given group of words.

To have a pause or rest during a formal meeting or trial

  1. ((a))

    Postpone

  2. ((b))

    Procrastinate

  3. ((c))

    Defer

  4. ((d))

    Adjourn

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Postpone

English Language 2 (20 questions)

141

Choose the word that can substitute the given group of words.

Thick skinned animals

  1. ((a))

    Pachyderm

  2. ((b))

    Marsupial

  3. ((c))

    Amphibians

  4. ((d))

    Bovine

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Pachyderm

142

Select the most appropriate homonym for the given blank.

The computer's ___________ management system efficiently stored and retrieved data.

  1. ((a))

    cache

  2. ((b))

    cash

  3. ((c))

    catch

  4. ((d))

    cap

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

cache

143

Select the sentence with no spelling errors. 

  1. ((a))

    The president was in a jovial mood, joking with reporters during the press breifing.

  2. ((b))

    The president was in a jovial mood, joking with reporters during the press briefing.

  3. ((c))

    The presedent was in a jovial mood, joking with reporters during the press briefing.

  4. ((d))

    The president was in a joveial mood, joking with reporters during the press briefing.

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

The president was in a jovial mood, joking with reporters during the press breifing.

144

The question below consists of a set of labelled sentences. Out of the four options given, select the most logical order of the sentences to form a coherent paragraph.

P. Flower symbolism is important when gifting an arrangement to someone.

Q. The symbolic meaning of flowers is something that gives our bouquets an extra dimension

R. If you're planning on purchasing a bouquet and want it to have an even deeper meaning beyond the beautiful arrangement itself, then our artisan florists can provide exactly what you want.

S. So, don't hesitate to get in touch if you want to learn more about picking out the perfect bouquet.

  1. ((a))

    SPQR

  2. ((b))

    PQSR

  3. ((c))

    RSPQ

  4. ((d))

    ROPS

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Answer: ((a))

SPQR

145

Select the most appropriate word for the given blank.

The political spectrum is often depicted as a left-right ______ representing different ideological positions.

  1. ((a))

    excess

  2. ((b))

    axis

  3. ((c))

    ex

  4. ((d))

    axes

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

excess

146

Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the given word.

Spurn

  1. ((a))

    Embrace

  2. ((b))

    Controvert

  3. ((c))

    Forbid

  4. ((d))

    Disavow

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Embrace

147

Select the sentence with no spelling errors. 

  1. ((a))

    I think he's rather intimidating and unapprochable as a boss.

  2. ((b))

    I think he's rather intimidating and unapproachable as a boss.

  3. ((c))

     I think he's rather intimidating and unaproachable as a boss.

  4. ((d))

    I think he's rather intemidating and unapproachable as a boss.

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

I think he's rather intimidating and unapprochable as a boss.

148

A sentence has been given with a blank to be filled with an appropriate option. Choose the correct altemative.

When our skin is exposed ________ the sun, ultraviolet rays convert a precursor molecule called 7-dehydrocholesterol_________vitamin D3.

  1. ((a))

    in, onto

  2. ((b))

    on, in

  3. ((c))

    at, to

  4. ((d))

    to, into

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

in, onto

149

Choose the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word.

It is one of the finest burning tobaccos in the world, and does not fail to suit the taste of the most fastidious of smokers.

  1. ((a))

    uncritical

  2. ((b))

    uncouth

  3. ((c))

    boring

  4. ((d))

    choosy

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

uncritical

150

Choose the most appropriate antonym of the underlined word.

I could cite a hundred examples of the astounding spirit that such men displayed.

  1. ((a))

    recount

  2. ((b))

    offer

  3. ((c))

    conceal

  4. ((d))

    extract

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

recount

Read the following passage and answer the questions given below.

The much awaited Monsoon brings respite from the scorching heat. But Monsoon and madness walk together. Every year during the monsoons, chaos reigns supreme. The roads are flooded; the sewage system collapses; a huge loss of crops, fruits, life, and property is caused. Water logging and breeding of mosquitoes together becomes the reason for a lot of people falling ill. Network connectivity gets weak.

In spite of 75 years of independence, the Indian Government has not been able to tackle the flood problem caused by monsoons. Recent floods have laid bare the hollowness of the claims of the civic authorities of their preparedness. The poor had to bear the brunt of the problem.

One of the causes behind this chaos is the lack of strict laws and accountability of the officials and the Ministries responsible for tackling the floods. The Government formulate and pass strict laws regarding the projects launched to relieve people of their distress but there is hardly a sign of effective implementation of the scheme. There needs to be strict accountability.

When the Ministers will be accountable, they will ensure the officers, officials involved in the projects surely create foolproof systems. It is only through strict accountability laws the system can be made efficient.

151

Recent floods have laid bare the hollowness of the claims of the civic authorities of their

preparedness.

The statement above indicates that _____________.

  1. ((a))

    The Government formulate and pass strict laws regarding the projects and it is bearing result.

  2. ((b))

     The civic bodies are well prepared to deal with flood situation.

  3. ((c))

     The after effect of floods show the ineffectiveness of planning and execution of Government schemes and projects.

  4. ((d))

    The flood creates lot of pot holes all across.

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

The Government formulate and pass strict laws regarding the projects and it is bearing result.

152

Suggest a suitable title for the passage. 

  1. ((a))

    Significance of Monsoon in India 

  2. ((b))

    Indian monsoon- A boon and bane

  3. ((c))

    Beauty of Indian monsoon

  4. ((d))

    Taming the Monsoon

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Significance of Monsoon in India 

153

According to the author, regular flood problems during Monsoon could be tackled only when __________. 

  1. ((a))

    Flood proof systems are installed.

  2. ((b))

    More canals and reservoirs are constructed.

  3. ((c))

    All kinds of constructions are banned near the rivers. 

  4. ((d))

    There is an effective implementation of the government scheme

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Flood proof systems are installed.

154

The statement But Monsoon and madness walk together means ___________.

  1. ((a))

    Monsoon makes people mad of happiness.

  2. ((b))

    Monsoon makes walking on road, difficult.

  3. ((c))

    Monsoon is a time of celebration. 

  4. ((d))

    With the arrival of monsoon, many civic, social and health problems arise.

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Monsoon makes people mad of happiness.

155

Choose the word which is most nearly the same meaning as the word given in bold, as used in the passage.

RESPITE

  1. ((a))

    Ignore

  2. ((b))

    Relief

  3. ((c))

    Solitude

  4. ((d))

    Refrain

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Ignore

In the following passage some of the words have been left out. Read the passage carefully and select the correct answer for the given blank out of the four alternatives.

With the Right to Education, the Indian democracy is well on its way to give to (1)_ children their basic right to schooling and therefore no gender discrimination. Various schemes and policies have helped in bringing girls to schools. Educating a girl doesn't only help in the (2)_ of human resource of our country but also helps in the growth of the economy as women are included in the workforce and contribute efficiently like men. Educating a girl child (3) in dealing with many social evils. When girls are educated, they become more aware of the world____(4)____ them which leads to decrease in maternal mortality, child marriages, decrease in a population explosion and, in (5) true sense, and help a nation in maintaining its resources.

156

Select the most appropriate option for blank(2). 

  1. ((a))

    disparage

  2. ((b))

    improvement

  3. ((c))

    depletion

  4. ((d))

    loss

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

disparage

157

Select the most appropriate option for blank(5). 

  1. ((a))

    a

  2. ((b))

    all

  3. ((c))

    the

  4. ((d))

    an

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

a

158

Select the most appropriate option for blank(1). 

  1. ((a))

    his

  2. ((b))

    its

  3. ((c))

    ours

  4. ((d))

    theirs

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

his

159

 Select the most appropriate option for blank(4):

  1. ((a))

    into

  2. ((b))

    about

  3. ((c))

    around

  4. ((d))

    over

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

into

160

Select the most appropriate option for blank(3).

  1. ((a))

    helps

  2. ((b))

    helping

  3. ((c))

    will helps 

  4. ((d))

    help

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

helps

Hindi Language 1 (20 questions)

161

निम्नलिखित प्रश्न में, दिए गए चार विकल्पों में से, उस विकल्प का चयन करें जो दी गई लोकोक्ति के अर्थ को सर्वश्रेष्ठ रूप से व्यक्त करता है।

उसी की जूती उसी का सिर

  1. ((a))

    किसी को उसी की युक्ति (वस्तु) से बेवकूफ बनाना

  2. ((b))

    ईश्वर की आज्ञा सभी को मानन��� पड़ती है 

  3. ((c))

     जिसका नाम तो बहुत हो, पर गुण कम हो 

  4. ((d))

    एक ही प्रकार के लोग होना 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

किसी को उसी की युक्ति (वस्तु) से बेवकूफ बनाना

162

दिए गए वाक्यांश के लिए सार्थक शब्द ज्ञात कीजिए।

जिस पुस्तक में आठ अध्याय हो

  1. ((a))

    पंचाध्याय

  2. ((b))

    अष्टाध्यायी

  3. ((c))

    दशाध्याय

  4. ((d))

    नवाध्याय

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

पंचाध्याय

163

निम्नलिखित बाक्य में रेखांकित शब्दों में त्रुटि जात कर त्रुटिरहित विकल्प का चयन करें। यदि कोई त्रुटि नहीं है, तो 'कोई त्रुटि नहीं है चुनें।

मैं जीवन के हर एक मामले में उससे राय लेता हूँ, और हमेशा उसकी बताई हुई राह पर चलने की चैष्टा करता हूँ।

  1. ((a))

    मैं जीवन के हर एक मामले में उससे राय लेता हूँ, और हमेशा उसकी बलाई हुई राह पर चलने की चेष्ठा करता हूँ।

  2. ((b))

    मैं जीवन के हर एक मामले में उससे राय लेता हूँ, और हमेशा उसकी बताई हुई राह पर चलने की चेष्टा करता हूँ।

  3. ((c))

    कोई त्रुटि नहीं है

  4. ((d))

    मैं जीवन के हर एक मामले में उससे राय लेता हूँ, और हमेशा उसकी बताई हुई राह पर चलने की चेशता करता हूँ।

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

मैं जीवन के हर एक मामले में उससे राय लेता हूँ, और हमेशा उसकी बलाई हुई राह पर चलने की चेष्ठा करता हूँ।

164

निम्नलिखित बाक्य का वह भाग जात करें, जिसमें कोई त्रुटि है। यदि कोई त्रुटि नहीं है, तो 'कोई त्रुटि नहीं है चुनें।

तकनीकी क्रांति के सहारे बढ़े सोशल मीडिया ने पारंपरिक मीडिया गढ़ों को चुनौती दिए है और पत्रकारिता को सहज-सुलभ बनाया है।

  1. ((a))

    कोई त्रुटि नहीं है

  2. ((b))

    तकनीकी क्रांति के सहारे बढ़े सोशल मीडिया

  3. ((c))

    ने पारंपरिक मीडिया गढ़ों को चुनौती दिए है

  4. ((d))

    और पत्रकारिता को सहज-सुलभ बनाया है।

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

कोई त्रुटि नहीं है

165

दिए गए वाक्य में उचित कारक का चयन करके रिक्त स्थान की पूर्ति करें।

पतंग के मांझे से दिव्या __________ हाथ कट गया।

  1. ((a))

    को

  2. ((b))

    का

  3. ((c))

     ने

  4. ((d))

    पर

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

को

166
  1. मेरे लिए तो माता-पिता का वियोग कोई नई बात न थी
  2. अम्माजी के गले लिपटकर तो मैं इतना रोई कि मुझे मूर्च्छा आ गई
  3. गर्मी, दशहरा और बड़े दिन की छुट्टियों के बाद छः सालों से इस वियोग का अनुभव कर रही हूँ
  4. परन्तु अबकी बार तो ऐसा जान पड़ता था कि कोई हृदय को खींच रहा हो

प्रस्तुत खंडित वाक्य में वाक्य संरचना का सही क्रम क्या होगा?

  1. ((a))

    2,4,3,1

  2. ((b))

    1,3,4,2

  3. ((c))

    4,2,3,1

  4. ((d))

    4,1,2,3

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

2,4,3,1

167

निम्नलिखित वाक्यों को क, ख, ग और घ के लेबल से क्रमांकित किया गया है जो उसी क्रम से एक स्पष्ट पैराग्राफ वाक्य बनाते हैं किन्तु इनमें से एक लेबल 'अतिरिक्त' है और उसके बिना भी पैराग्राफ वाक्य सही रहेगा। निम्नलिखित विकल्पों में से उस अतिरिक्त लेबल का चयन करें।

क. अचानक बरसात शुरू हो गई। उसे जिससे अकेली सुरक्षा

ख. प्राप्त हो सकती थी, वह था सड़क के किनारे खड़ा, विशाल

ग. परेशानी की अवस्था में वह कुछ भी कर सकती थी

घ. तने और ऊपर फैली शाखाओं वाला बरगद का पेड़

  1. ((a))

    घ

  2. ((b))

    क

  3. ((c))

    ग

  4. ((d))

    ख

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

घ

168

निम्नलिखित वाक्य में रेखांकित शब्दों में त्रुटि ज्ञात कर त्रुटिरहित विकल्प का चयन करें। यदि कोई त्रुटि नहीं है, तो

'कोई त्रुटि नहीं है' चुनै।

मैंने बिस्तर से उटकर कोट की जेब से लिफाफा निकाला और कैंची से धागे को काट कर साबधानी से खोला।

  1. ((a))

    मैंने बीस्तर से उठकर कोट की जेब से लिफाफा निकाला और कैंची से धागे को काट कर सावधानी से खोला। 

  2. ((b))

    मैंने बिस्तर से उठकर कोट की जेब से लिफाफा निकाला और कैंची से धागे को काट कर सावधानी से खोला।

  3. ((c))

    मैंने बिस्तर से उठकर कोट की जैब से लिफाफा निकाला और कैंची से धागे को काट कर सावधानी से खोला।

  4. ((d))

    कोई त्रुटि नहीं है

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

मैंने बीस्तर से उठकर कोट की जेब से लिफाफा निकाला और कैंची से धागे को काट कर सावधानी से खोला। 

169
  1. हम जब किसी आदमी को अव्वल दर्जे का बेवकूफ कहना चाहते हैं, तो उसे गधा कहते हैं।
  2. ने उसे यह पदवी दे दी है, इसका निश्चय नहीं किया जा सकता।
  3. जानवरों में गधा सबसे ज्यादा बुध्दिहीन समझा जाता है।
  4. गधा सचमुच बेवकूफ है, या उसके सीधेपन, उसकी निरापद सहिष्णुता

प्रस्तुत खंडित गद्यांश में वाक्य संरचना का सही क्रम क्या होगा?

  1. ((a))

    1,2,4,3

  2. ((b))

    4,3,1,2

  3. ((c))

    3,1,4,2

  4. ((d))

    2,4,1,3

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

1,2,4,3

170

दिए गए वाक्यांश के लिए सार्थक शब्द ज्ञात कीजिए ।

नकल करने योग्य

  1. ((a))

    असंभव

  2. ((b))

    अनुकरणीय

  3. ((c))

    अन्तर्राष्ट्रीय

  4. ((d))

    आस्तिक

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

असंभव

171

दिए गए बाक्य में उचित कारक का चयन करके रिक्त स्थान की पूर्ति करें।

कल ही तो वह मद्रास _____________ लौटा है।

  1. ((a))

    के

  2. ((b))

    से

  3. ((c))

    का

  4. ((d))

    पर

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

के

172

दिए गए वाक्य में उचित क्रिया-विशेषण का चयन करके रिक्त स्थान की पूर्ति करें।

उसके हालातों से मैं _________ |

  1. ((a))

    कभी-कभी परिचित हूँ

  2. ((b))

    अचानक परिचित हूँ

  3. ((c))

    ऊपर परिचित हूँ

  4. ((d))

    भली-भांति परिचित हूँ

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Answer: ((a))

कभी-कभी परिचित हूँ

173

निम्नलिखित प्रश्न में, दिए गए चार विकल्पों में से, उस विकल्प का चयन करें जो दी गई लोकोक्ति के अर्थ को सर्वश्रेष्ठ रूप से व्यक्त करता है।

लोहे को लोहा ही काटता है।

  1. ((a))

    लोहे को आरी से काटना

  2. ((b))

    लोहे की फैक्टरी में काम करना

  3. ((c))

    बुराई को बुराई से ही जीता जाता है

  4. ((d))

    काम करने में जल्दबाज़ी करना

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Answer: ((a))

लोहे को आरी से काटना

174

दिए गए वाक्य में उचित क्रिया का चयन करके रिक्त स्थान की पूर्ति करें।

स्वादिष्ट भोजन देखकर उसका जी _____ |

  1. ((a))

    घबराया

  2. ((b))

    सकपकाया

  3. ((c))

    ललचाया

  4. ((d))

    उकसाया

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Answer: ((a))

घबराया

175

दिए गए वाक्य में उचित विशेषण का चयन करके रिक्त स्थान की पूर्ति करें।

भारत में अनेक ____________ इमारतें हैं जो न जाने कितने वर्षों पहले बनी थी।

  1. ((a))

    मखमली

  2. ((b))

    नवीन

  3. ((c))

    प्राचीन

  4. ((d))

    रोगी

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Answer: ((a))

मखमली

176

निम्नलिखित प्रश्न में, दिए गए चार विकल्पों में से, उस विकल्प का चयन करें जो दिए गए मुहावरे के अर्थ को सर्वश्रेष्ठ रूप से व्यक्त करता है।

खून का प्यासा

  1. ((a))

    खून का रिश्ता होना

  2. ((b))

    बहुत प्यास लगना

  3. ((c))

    दिल से कहना

  4. ((d))

    जानी दुश्मन होना 

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Answer: ((a))

खून का रिश्ता होना

177

निम्नलिखित प्रश्न में, दिए गए चार विकल्पों में से, उस विकल्प का चयन करें जो दिए गए मुहावरे के अर्थ को सर्वश्रेष्ठ रूप से व्यक्त करता है।

उड़न-छू हो जाना

  1. ((a))

    गायब हो जाना

  2. ((b))

    वश में करना

  3. ((c))

    डॉटना-फटकारना

  4. ((d))

    असमान में उड़ान भरना

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Answer: ((a))

गायब हो जाना

178

निम्नलिखित वाक्यों को क, ख, ग और घ के लेबल से क्रमांकित किया गया है जो उसी क्रम से एक स्पष्ट पैराग्राफ/बाक्य बनाते हैं किन्तु इनमें से एक लेबल 'अतिरिक्त है और उसके बिना भी पैराग्राफ वाक्य सही रहेगा। निम्नलिखित विकल्पों में से उस अतिरिक्त लेबल का चयन करें।

क. वह एक गंभीर, स्वाभिमानी और परिश्रमी व्यक्ति है और

ख. उसका अपने संबंध में स्पष्ट विचार है कि देश और समाज

ग. की विभिन्न समस्याओं पर उसका दृष्टिकोण आदर्शवादी, सही और प्रगतिशील है

घ. फिर बूंदी के लड्डू खाकर वह सो गया

  1. ((a))

    ग

  2. ((b))

    क

  3. ((c))

    घ

  4. ((d))

    ख

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Answer: ((a))

ग

179

निम्नलिखित वाक्य का वह भाग जात करें, जिसमें कोई त्रुटि है। यदि कोई त्रुटि नहीं है, तो कोई त्रुटि नहीं है चुनें।

अपने संस्थानों को नीतियों के चलते वे खुलकर किसी दल विशेष का समर्थन या विरोध नहीं कर पाते थे।

  1. ((a))

    कोई त्रुटि नहीं है

  2. ((b))

    अपने संस्थानों को नीतियों के चलते  

  3. ((c))

     विरोध नहीं कर पाते थे।

  4. ((d))

    खुलकर किसी दल विशेष का समर्थन या

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Answer: ((a))

कोई त्रुटि नहीं है

180

निम्नलिखित प्रश्न में, दिए गए चार विकल्पों में से, उस विकल्प का चयन करें जो दिए गए मुहावरे के अर्थ को सर्वश्रेष्ठ रूप से व्यक्त करता है।

आँख भर आना

  1. ((a))

    आँसू आना

  2. ((b))

    बुरी तरह पछताना

  3. ((c))

    सचेत होना

  4. ((d))

    हृदय में समाना

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Answer: ((a))

आँसू आना

Hindi Language 2 (20 questions)

181

नीचे दिए गए शब्द का पर्यायवाची शब्द ज्ञात करें।

सुर

  1. ((a))

    निशाचर

  2. ((b))

    देवता

  3. ((c))

    मनुष्य

  4. ((d))

    दैत्य

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Answer: ((a))

निशाचर

182

निम्नलिखित शब्द के अनेकार्थी शब्द का चयन करें।

पत्र

  1. ((a))

    पत्ता

  2. ((b))

    घड़ा

  3. ((c))

    युवा

  4. ((d))

    मुख्यपात्र

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Answer: ((a))

पत्ता

183

निम्नलिखित शब्द का विलोम शब्द ज्ञात करें।

अग्रज

  1. ((a))

    अनुज

  2. ((b))

    विरोधी

  3. ((c))

    प्रकाश

  4. ((d))

    सक्षम

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Answer: ((a))

अनुज

184

निम्नलिखित वाक्य में रेखांकित शब्दों में त्रुटि जात कर त्रुटिरहित विकल्प का चयन करें। यदि कोई त्रुटि नहीं है, तो 'कोई त्रुटि नहीं हैं चुनें।

ठीक दोपहर के समय वह अपना सामान खोलता और सब्जी का टेला लगाकर बाजार में बैठ जाता।

  1. ((a))

    ठीक दोपहर के समय वह अपना सामान खोलता और सब्जी का ठेला लगाकर बज़ार में बैठ जाता। 

  2. ((b))

    कोई त्रुटि नहीं है

  3. ((c))

    ठीक दोपहर के समय वह अपना सामान खोलता और सब्जी का ठेला लगाकर बाज़ार में बेठ जाता।

  4. ((d))

    ठीक दोपहर के समय वह अपना सामान खोलता और सब्जी का ठेला लगाकर बाज़ार में बैठ जाता।

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Answer: ((a))

ठीक दोपहर के समय वह अपना सामान खोलता और सब्जी का ठेला लगाकर बज़ार में बैठ जाता। 

185

निम्नलिखित वाक्य में रेखांकित शब्द का तद्भव शब्द ज्ञात करें।

शाम होते ही वह अपने गृह की ओर चल दिया।

  1. ((a))

    घर

  2. ((b))

    गौर

  3. ((c))

    गो

  4. ((d))

    ग्राम

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Answer: ((a))

घर

186

निम्नलिखित शब्द का तद्भव शब्द ज्ञात करें

स्वप्न

  1. ((a))

    पन्ना

  2. ((b))

    सावन

  3. ((c))

    सपना

  4. ((d))

    सरोवर

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Answer: ((a))

पन्ना

187

निम्नलिखित शब्द के अनेकार्थी शब्द का चयन करें ।

घट

  1. ((a))

    जितेन्द्रिय

  2. ((b))

    हृदय

  3. ((c))

    जल

  4. ((d))

    चोर

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Answer: ((a))

जितेन्द्रिय

188

नीचे दिए गए शब्द का पर्यायवाची शब्द ज्ञात करें।

तालाब

  1. ((a))

    जलाशय

  2. ((b))

    विश्व

  3. ((c))

    कष्ट

  4. ((d))

    विटप

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Answer: ((a))

जलाशय

189

निम्नलिखित शब्द का विलोम शब्द ज्ञात करें।

अथ

  1. ((a))

    व्यक्त

  2. ((b))

    मरु

  3. ((c))

    पूर्ण

  4. ((d))

    इति

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Answer: ((a))

व्यक्त

190

निम्नलिखित वाक्य में रेखांकित शब्दों में त्रुटि जात कर त्रुटिरहित विकल्प का चयन करें। यदि कोई त्रुटि नहीं है, तो 'कोई त्रुटि नहीं है' चुनें।

मरीज की बांह में इन्जेक्शन लगाकर वे कूर्सी पर बैठ गये और घंटे भर उसे देखते रहे।

  1. ((a))

    मरीज की बांह में इन्जेक्शन लगाकर वे कुस्ती पर बैट गये और घंटे भर उसे देखते रहे।

  2. ((b))

    मरीज की बांह में इन्जेक्शन लगाकर वे कुर्सी पर बैठ गये और घंटे भर उसे देखते रहे।

  3. ((c))

    मरीज की बांह में इन्जेक्शन लगाकर वे कुरसी पर बैठ गये और घंटे भर उसे देखते रहे।

  4. ((d))

    कोई त्रुटि नहीं है

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Answer: ((a))

मरीज की बांह में इन्जेक्शन लगाकर वे कुस्ती पर बैट गये और घंटे भर उसे देखते रहे।

निम्नलिखित गद्यांश के आधार पर पाँच प्रश्न दिए गए हैं। गद्यांश को ध्यानपूर्वक पढ़ें तथा प्रत्येक प्रश्न के चार विकल्पों में से सही विकल्प चुनें।

मेरे पिता जी जब 57 साल के थे, तब उन्होंने फ्रेंच भाषा सीखने का फैसला किया। उन्होंने एक ट्यूटर तलाशा और पूरी लगन से पढ़ाई की। दरअसल, मेरे पिता की माँ यानी मेरी दादी अपनी वृद्धावस्था में अल्जाइमर्स रोग की शिकार हुई थीं। मेरे पिता ने कहीं एक हालिया शोध में पढ़ा कि द्विभाषी लोगों में अल्जाइमर्स रोग से ग्रसित होने की आशंका कम होती है। यही वजह है कि मेरे पिता ने फ्रेंच भाषा सीखने का फैसला किया।

भाषा सिखाने वाले एक अग्रणी ऐप द्वारा कराए गए सर्वे के अनुसार, 57 फीसदी लोग मानसिक तौर पर ज्यादा स्वस्थ होने की चाह के चलते दूसरी भाषा सीखना चाहते थे। लेकिन क्या इस तरह आकस्मिक ढंग से दूसरी भाषा सीखने के वही लाभमिलते हैं, जो कम आयु से ही कई भाषाओं का ज्ञान रखने से होते हैं? सिडनी यूनिवर्सिटी के प्रोफेसर मार्क एंटोनियो के अनुसार, 'दैनिक जीवन में हम भाषा का उपयोग कई तरह से करते हैं। ऐसे में, एक द्विभाषी मस्तिष्क लगातार काम करता रहता है। यह उसके लिए कसरत की तरह होता है।'

जाहिर है कि जो लोग युवावस्था से ही एक से ज्यादा भाषाएं बोलते हैं, वे वृद्धावस्था में भी मानसिक तौर पर ज्यादा स्वस्थ होते हैं। पेरिस के ब्रोका अस्पताल में मानसिक स्वास्थ्य के एक शोधार्थी कैटलिन वेयर के अनुसार, 'आप किस उम्र में दूसरी भाषा सीखते हैं, उससे ज्यादा महत्वपूर्ण यह है कि आप उसका अभ्यास कितना कर रहे हैं। 2007 में इस विषय पर एक ऐतिहासिक शोध पत्र प्रकाशित हुआ था, जिसके अनुसार डाइमेंशिया से पीड़ित लोगों में, जो दो भाषाओं को बोलने वाले थे, उनमें रोग के लक्षण दूसरे मरीजों की तुलना में चार साल बाद विकसित हुए।

डॉ. एंटोनियो के शोध में यह भी पाया गया कि 60 वर्ष से ज्यादा उम्र के चीनी वयस्कों द्वारा छह महीने तक दूसरी भाषा सीखने के बाद उनकी हालत में सुधार देखा गया। एक अन्य प्रयोग में इटली में वृद्ध लोगों के एक समूह ने चार महीने तक अंग्रेजी भाषा सीखी, लेकिन उनमें कोई सुधार तो नहीं आया, अलबत्ता उसी समूह के कुछ दूसरे वृद्धों, जिन्होंने कोई भाषा नहीं सीखी, उनकी स्थिति में गिरावट जरूर दिखी।

जर्मनी की हिंडेनबर्ग यूनिवर्सिटी की प्रोफेसर जूडिथ ग्रॉसमैन कहती हैं, 'यह कोई नहीं कहता कि वृद्धावस्था में छह महीने तक दूसरी भाषा सीखने का वही प्रभाव होगा, जो जीवन भर दो भाषाएं बोलने का होता है। लेकिन देर से सही, दो भाषाएं सीखने का कुछ प्रभाव तो हर स्थिति में होता है।' दूसरी भाषा सीखने से आपको लगातार दूसरे समुदायों से जुड़ने का मौका मिलता है और आप मानसिक तौर पर भी सतर्क बने रहते हैं।

191

गद्यांश के आधार पर उस विकल्प का चयन करें जिसमें दिया गया तथ्य गलत है। 

  1. ((a))

    दूसरी भाषा सीखने से आप मानसिक तौर पर भी सतर्क बने रहते हैं।

  2. ((b))

    लेखक के पिता जी की उम्र 57 थी, जब उन्होंने फ्रेंच भाषा सीखने का फैसला किया। 

  3. ((c))

    दूसरी भाषा सीखने से आपको लगातार दूसरे समुदायों से जुड़ने का मौका मिलता है।

  4. ((d))

    लेखक की दादी युवावस्था में अल्जाइमर्स रोग की शिकार हुई थीं।

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Answer: ((a))

दूसरी भाषा सीखने से आप मानसिक तौर पर भी सतर्क बने रहते हैं।

192

गद्यांश के आधार पर, निम्नलिखित वाक्य में प्रयुक्त, रेखांकित शब्द का उचित पर्यायवाची शब्द ज्ञात करें। द्विभाषी लोगों में अल्जाइमर्स रोग से ग्रसित होने की आशंका कम होती है।

  1. ((a))

    भयभीत

  2. ((b))

    आकांक्षा

  3. ((c))

    मनोहर

  4. ((d))

    संदेह

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Answer: ((a))

भयभीत

193

गद्यांश के आधार पर, निम्नलिखित वाक्य में प्रयुक्त, रेखांकित शब्द का उचित विलोम शब्द ज्ञात करें। इटली में वृद्ध लोगों के एक समूह ने चार महीने तक अंग्रेजी भाषा सीखी।

  1. ((a))

    गुणहीन

  2. ((b))

    युवा

  3. ((c))

    कृपालु

  4. ((d))

    दुराचारी

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Answer: ((a))

गुणहीन

194

गद्यांश के आधार पर गद्य की उचित संरचना का चयन करें। 

  1. ((a))

    व्यंग्यात्मक

  2. ((b))

    आलोचनात्मक

  3. ((c))

    प्रेरक

  4. ((d))

    कथात्मक

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Answer: ((a))

व्यंग्यात्मक

195

उपर्युक्त गद्यांश का उचित मूल भाव चुनें। 

  1. ((a))

    द्विभाषी होने का मानसिक स्वास्थ्य पर प्रभाव

  2. ((b))

    द्विभाषी होने का भाों में प्रभाव

  3. ((c))

    द्विभाषी की बहुभाषी से तुलना

  4. ((d))

    द्विभाषी होने के नुकसान

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Answer: ((a))

द्विभाषी होने का मानसिक स्वास्थ्य पर प्रभाव

नीचे दिए गए पदों में कुछ शब्द छोड़ दिए गए हैं, प्रत्येक रिक्त स्थान के चार विकल्प दिए गए हैं। इन चारों में से कौन सा विकल्प रिक्त स्थान की पूर्ति करेगा।

वक़्त बीतने के साथ महिलाओं के ________(1) होने वाले अपराधों की तस्वीर में कोई सुधार आने की बजाय _________(2) और ज्यादा बिगड़ती जा रही है। माना जाता है कि शहरों में, __(3) से लेकर अन्य उपायों की वजह से आम(4) की सुरक्षा के लिहाज से स्थितियां बेहतर है। मगर विडंबना है कि गांवों के मुकाबले शहरों और महानगरों में स्थिति और ज्यादा _________(5) हुई है।

196

रिक्त स्थान (2) के लिए उपयुक्त विकल्प का चयन कीजिए। 

  1. ((a))

    स्थिति

  2. ((b))

    तस्वीर

  3. ((c))

    सोच

  4. ((d))

    मुसीबत

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Answer: ((a))

स्थिति

197

रिक्त स्थान (5) के लिए उपयुक्त विकल्प का चयन कीजिए। 

  1. ((a))

    मनोहर

  2. ((b))

    मनोरंजक

  3. ((c))

    असमंजस

  4. ((d))

    चिंताजनक

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Answer: ((a))

मनोहर

198

रिक्त स्थान (3) के लिए उपयुक्त विकल्प का चयन कीजिए। 

  1. ((a))

    खानपान-व्यवस्था

  2. ((b))

    स्नान-व्यवस्था

  3. ((c))

    कानून-व्यवस्था

  4. ((d))

     आचरण-व्यवस्था

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Answer: ((a))

खानपान-व्यवस्था

199

रिक्त स्थान (4) के लिए उपयुक्त विकल्प का चयन कीजिए। 

  1. ((a))

    मधुरता.

  2. ((b))

    फलों

  3. ((c))

    सब्जियों

  4. ((d))

    नागरिकों

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Answer: ((a))

मधुरता.

200

रिक्त स्थान (1) के लिए उपयुक्त विकल्प का चयन कीजिए। 

  1. ((a))

    समक्ष

  2. ((b))

    बजाय

  3. ((c))

    खिलाफ

  4. ((d))

    समर्थ

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Answer: ((a))

समक्ष

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