SBI PO Prelims Memory Based Paper (Held On: 2 August 2026 Shift 2) (Previous Year Paper)

The correct answer is 'expedite'.

 

Key Points

• The sentence explains that Gen Z uses AI tools effectively alongside streamlining creative workflows and automating routine tasks.
• The verb filling blank (A) must mean to speed up, accelerate, or make a process happen more quickly.
• "Expedite" means to make an action or process happen sooner or be accomplished more quickly, which fits logically with streamlining research and automating tasks.
• Other options ("impede", "restrict", "suppress", "complicate") carry negative meanings that contradict the idea of efficiency and workflow optimization.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 4'.

 

Complete Passage: Generation Z's integration of artificial intelligence into daily life represents a fundamental shift in how young individuals interact with technology. Rather than viewing generative platforms as mere novelty tools, Gen Z utilizes AI to (A) expedite their academic research, streamline creative workflows, and automate mundane tasks. This seamless adoption has transformed AI into a digital companion that can (B) ________ personalized learning pathways tailored to individual study speeds. However, educators express concern that an over-reliance on automated outputs could gradually (C) ________ critical thinking and problem-solving abilities over time. Additionally, the prevalence of AI-generated content on social media makes it increasingly difficult to (D) ________ authentic media from synthetic manipulations. To navigate this landscape safely, young adults must develop digital literacy skills to (E) ________ algorithmic biases and verify facts. Ultimately, harnessing AI responsibly will allow Gen Z to maximize their productivity while ensuring their cognitive independence remains (F) ________.

 

Additional Information

• Impede (बाधा डालना): Delay or prevent someone or something by obstructing them.
• Restrict (सीमित करना): Put a limit on or keep under control.
• Suppress (दबाना): Forcibly put an end to or prevent the development of.
• Complicate (जटिल बनाना): Make something more difficult or confusing.

The correct answer is 'curate'.

 

Key Points

• The sentence describes how AI acts as a digital companion that can select, organize, and customize personalized learning pathways for students.
• The verb filling blank (B) must mean to organize, select, or design tailored content carefully.
• "Curate" means to select, organize, and look after content or items in a specific collection, which fits the context of designing personalized learning pathways.
• Other options ("obstruct", "dismantle", "neglect", "discard") carry negative or destructive meanings that contradict the creation of tailored educational paths.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 5'.

 

Complete Passage: Generation Z's integration of artificial intelligence into daily life represents a fundamental shift in how young individuals interact with technology. Rather than viewing generative platforms as mere novelty tools, Gen Z utilizes AI to (A) expedite their academic research, streamline creative workflows, and automate mundane tasks. This seamless adoption has transformed AI into a digital companion that can (B) curate personalized learning pathways tailored to individual study speeds. However, educators express concern that an over-reliance on automated outputs could gradually (C) ________ critical thinking and problem-solving abilities over time. Additionally, the prevalence of AI-generated content on social media makes it increasingly difficult to (D) ________ authentic media from synthetic manipulations. To navigate this landscape safely, young adults must develop digital literacy skills to (E) ________ algorithmic biases and verify facts. Ultimately, harnessing AI responsibly will allow Gen Z to maximize their productivity while ensuring their cognitive independence remains (F) ________.

 

Additional Information

• Obstruct (बाधा डालना): Block or get in the way of an action or progress.
• Dismantle (विघटित करना/टुकड़े-टुकड़े करना): Take a machine or structure to pieces.
• Neglect (उपेक्षा करना): Fail to care for properly.
• Discard (फेंक देना/त्यागना): Get rid of someone or something as no longer useful.

The correct answer is 'erode'.

 

Key Points

• The sentence presents a concern raised by educators about the negative impact of over-reliance on automated AI outputs over time.
• The verb filling blank (C) must mean to gradually wear away, weaken, or diminish cognitive abilities.
• "Erode" means to gradually wear away or destroy, which accurately describes how relying too heavily on AI can weaken critical thinking and problem-solving skills over time.
• Other options ("fortify", "elevate", "sharpen", "consolidate") carry positive or strengthening meanings that contradict the warning given by educators.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 1'.

 

Complete Passage: Generation Z's integration of artificial intelligence into daily life represents a fundamental shift in how young individuals interact with technology. Rather than viewing generative platforms as mere novelty tools, Gen Z utilizes AI to (A) expedite their academic research, streamline creative workflows, and automate mundane tasks. This seamless adoption has transformed AI into a digital companion that can (B) curate personalized learning pathways tailored to individual study speeds. However, educators express concern that an over-reliance on automated outputs could gradually (C) erode critical thinking and problem-solving abilities over time. Additionally, the prevalence of AI-generated content on social media makes it increasingly difficult to (D) ________ authentic media from synthetic manipulations. To navigate this landscape safely, young adults must develop digital literacy skills to (E) ________ algorithmic biases and verify facts. Ultimately, harnessing AI responsibly will allow Gen Z to maximize their productivity while ensuring their cognitive independence remains (F) ________.

 

Additional Information

• Fortify (मजबूत करना): Strengthen someone or something mentally or physically.
• Elevate (ऊंचा उठाना/बढ़ाना): Raise or lift to a higher position or level.
• Sharpen (तेज करना/सुधारना): Improve or refine a skill or sense.
• Consolidate (मजबूत/सॉलिड बनाना): Make something physically stronger or more solid; combine into a single unit.

The correct answer is 'discern'.

 

Key Points

• The sentence describes how the widespread presence of AI-generated social media content makes it challenging to tell real media apart from fake or altered content.
• The verb filling blank (D) must mean to distinguish, recognize, or tell difference between two things.
• "Discern" means to recognize or distinguish something clearly, which fits the context of distinguishing authentic media from synthetic manipulations.
• Other options ("assimilate", "overlook", "confound", "fabricate") do not carry the meaning of telling real content apart from deepfakes or altered media.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 2'.

 

Complete Passage: Generation Z's integration of artificial intelligence into daily life represents a fundamental shift in how young individuals interact with technology. Rather than viewing generative platforms as mere novelty tools, Gen Z utilizes AI to (A) expedite their academic research, streamline creative workflows, and automate mundane tasks. This seamless adoption has transformed AI into a digital companion that can (B) curate personalized learning pathways tailored to individual study speeds. However, educators express concern that an over-reliance on automated outputs could gradually (C) erode critical thinking and problem-solving abilities over time. Additionally, the prevalence of AI-generated content on social media makes it increasingly difficult to (D) discern authentic media from synthetic manipulations. To navigate this landscape safely, young adults must develop digital literacy skills to (E) ________ algorithmic biases and verify facts. Ultimately, harnessing AI responsibly will allow Gen Z to maximize their productivity while ensuring their cognitive independence remains (F) ________.

 

Additional Information

• Assimilate (आत्मसात करना): Take in and understand fully information or ideas.
• Overlook (अनदेखा करना): Fail to notice or consider.
• Confound (उलझाना/भ्रमित करना): Cause surprise or confusion in someone, especially by acting against their expectations.
• Fabricate (गढ़ना/जाली बनाना): Construct or manufacture something, especially with deceitful intent.

The correct answer is 'scrutinize'.

 

Key Points

• The sentence emphasizes that to navigate digital environments safely, young adults need digital literacy skills to critically examine algorithmic biases and fact-check information.
• The verb filling blank (E) must mean to examine, inspect, or critically analyze something carefully.
• "Scrutinize" means to examine or inspect closely and thoroughly, which pairs appropriately with verifying facts and detecting algorithmic bias.
• Other options ("endorse", "disregard", "authorize", "overlook") suggest accepting without question or ignoring biases, which contradicts safe digital literacy practices.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 3'.

 

Complete Passage: Generation Z's integration of artificial intelligence into daily life represents a fundamental shift in how young individuals interact with technology. Rather than viewing generative platforms as mere novelty tools, Gen Z utilizes AI to (A) expedite their academic research, streamline creative workflows, and automate mundane tasks. This seamless adoption has transformed AI into a digital companion that can (B) curate personalized learning pathways tailored to individual study speeds. However, educators express concern that an over-reliance on automated outputs could gradually (C) erode critical thinking and problem-solving abilities over time. Additionally, the prevalence of AI-generated content on social media makes it increasingly difficult to (D) discern authentic media from synthetic manipulations. To navigate this landscape safely, young adults must develop digital literacy skills to (E) scrutinize algorithmic biases and verify facts. Ultimately, harnessing AI responsibly will allow Gen Z to maximize their productivity while ensuring their cognitive independence remains (F) ________.

 

Additional Information

• Endorse (समर्थन करना): Declare one's public approval or support of.
• Disregard (अपेक्षा करना/ध्यान न देना): Pay no attention to; ignore.
• Authorize (अधिकृत करना): Give official permission for or approval to.
• Overlook (अनदेखा करना): Fail to notice or consider.

The correct answer is 'intact'.

 

Key Points

• The concluding sentence emphasizes that using AI responsibly allows Gen Z to boost productivity while safeguarding their mental autonomy.
• The adjective filling blank (F) must mean preserved, undamaged, complete, or whole.
• "Intact" means not damaged or impaired in any way, complete and whole, which fits the goal of maintaining cognitive independence.
• Other options ("compromised", "obsolete", "vulnerable", "diminished") express loss, weakness, or impairment, which directly contradicts the positive aim of using AI responsibly.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 1'.

 

Complete Passage: Generation Z's integration of artificial intelligence into daily life represents a fundamental shift in how young individuals interact with technology. Rather than viewing generative platforms as mere novelty tools, Gen Z utilizes AI to (A) expedite their academic research, streamline creative workflows, and automate mundane tasks. This seamless adoption has transformed AI into a digital companion that can (B) curate personalized learning pathways tailored to individual study speeds. However, educators express concern that an over-reliance on automated outputs could gradually (C) erode critical thinking and problem-solving abilities over time. Additionally, the prevalence of AI-generated content on social media makes it increasingly difficult to (D) discern authentic media from synthetic manipulations. To navigate this landscape safely, young adults must develop digital literacy skills to (E) scrutinize algorithmic biases and verify facts. Ultimately, harnessing AI responsibly will allow Gen Z to maximize their productivity while ensuring their cognitive independence remains (F) intact.

 

Additional Information

• Compromised (क्षतिग्रस्त/समझौता किया हुआ): Made vulnerable or functioning below normal standards.
• Obsolete (अप्रचलित): No longer produced or used; out of date.
• Vulnerable (असुरक्षित/सुभेद्य): Exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed.
• Diminished (घटा हुआ/कम किया हुआ): Made smaller or less in size, degree, or importance.

The correct answer is Option 3.

 

Key Points

• The word "news" is an uncountable noun and is always treated as singular.
• Using the plural verb "are" with "news" is incorrect.
• The correct verb should be "is" to maintain subject-verb agreement.
• Thus, the error is located in part B of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

 

Correct Sentence: "The news is very surprising to all of us."

 

Additional Information

• A: "The news" – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• C: "surprising to" – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• D: "all of us." – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• No error – This would be the correct option if there were no mistakes in the sentence, but there is an error in part B.

The correct answer is Option 4.

 

Key Points

• The sentence contains an error in part B, where the phrase "he will come" is used incorrectly.
• In reported speech, when the reporting verb is in the past tense ("He said"), the verb in the reported clause should also be in the past tense.
• The correct phrase should be "he would come" instead of "he will come."
• Thus, the error is located in part B of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

 

Correct Sentence: "He said that he would come to the party tomorrow."

 

Additional Information

• A: "He said that" – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• C: "to the party" – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• D: "tomorrow" – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• No error – This would be the correct option if there were no mistakes in the sentence, but there is an error in part B.

The correct answer is Option 2.

 

Key Points

• The error is in part A with the verb form "has visited".
• When referring to a specific time in the past, such as "last year", the simple past tense should be used, not the present perfect tense.
• The correct verb form is "visited", not "has visited".
• Thus, the error is located in part A of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is A.

 

Correct Sentence: "She visited the Taj Mahal last year with her family."

 

Additional Information

• B: "the Taj Mahal" – This part is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• C: "last year" – This part is correct as a time reference for the past.
• D: "with her family." – This part is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• No error – This would be the correct option if there were no mistakes in the sentence, but there is an error in part A.

The correct answer is Option 2.

 

Key Points

• The primary error in the sentence lies in part B, where the phrase "best dancer" is incorrect.
• The term "dancer" should be pluralized to "dancers" because the context refers to one among many dancers.
• The correct phrase should be "best dancers," ensuring grammatical consistency.
• Thus, the error is located in part B of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is B.

 

Correct Sentence: "She is one of the best dancers in the group this year."

 

Additional Information

• A: "She is one of the" – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• C: "in the group" – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• D: "this year." – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• No error – This would be the correct option if there were no mistakes in the sentence, but there is an error in part B.

The correct answer is Option 4.

 

Key Points

• To determine the first sentence, we look for an independent statement that introduces the primary theme without relying on pronouns or descriptive conditions of an ongoing voyage:
• Sentence E is the FIRST sentence: Serves as the independent introductory statement, establishing the historical context that migration surges relied on maritime vessels to transport factory labor across oceans.
• "Historical migration surges relied heavily on maritime vessels to move factory labor across oceans."
• Sentence A (2nd): Elaborates on how this migration manifested, describing displaced families seeking passage.
• "Displaced families packed into crammed cargo holds, seeking passage toward economic stability."
• Sentence C (3rd - Fixed): Connects directly to A by explaining how commercial vessels doubled as passenger transports to handle the volume.
• "Commercial ocean liners and cargo vessels were forced to double as temporary passenger transports."
• Sentence B (4th): Details the physical hardship of the ocean passage itself (heavy sea swells and poor hygiene).
• "Heavy sea swells and poor hygiene made the long ocean passage a test of human survival."
• Sentence D (5th): Describes the worsening conditions over time as supplies dwindled.
• "As the journeys stretched into weeks, onboard supplies dwindled well past safe emergency limits."
• Sentence F (6th): Concludes the narrative, contrasting the grueling conditions with the sustaining hope of factory jobs.
• "Despite these grueling conditions, the hope of factory jobs sustained the passengers throughout the voyage."
• The complete sequence is E - A - C - B - D - F, making E the FIRST sentence.

 

Coherent paragraph after rearrangement:

"Historical migration surges relied heavily on maritime vessels to move factory labor across oceans. Displaced families packed into crammed cargo holds, seeking passage toward economic stability. Commercial ocean liners and cargo vessels were forced to double as temporary passenger transports. Heavy sea swells and poor hygiene made the long ocean passage a test of human survival. As the journeys stretched into weeks, onboard supplies dwindled well past safe emergency limits. Despite these grueling conditions, the hope of factory jobs sustained the passengers throughout the voyage."

The correct answer is Option 1.

 

Key Points

• To determine the second sentence, we trace the narrative setup leading up to the fixed third sentence:
• Sentence E (1st): Opens as the independent introductory sentence, establishing the overarching historical theme of migration surges relying on maritime vessels to move factory labor.
• "Historical migration surges relied heavily on maritime vessels to move factory labor across oceans."
• Sentence A is the SECOND sentence: Provides details about who was traveling and how they traveled (displaced families packing into crammed cargo holds) in search of economic stability.
• "Displaced families packed into crammed cargo holds, seeking passage toward economic stability."
• Sentence C (3rd - Fixed): Connects directly to sentence A by explaining how commercial ocean liners and cargo vessels were forced to adapt to carry these passengers.
• "Commercial ocean liners and cargo vessels were forced to double as temporary passenger transports."
• Sentence B (4th): Shift to describing the specific physical hardships experienced during the voyage.
• "Heavy sea swells and poor hygiene made the long ocean passage a test of human survival."
• Sentence D (5th): Details how conditions further deteriorated as time went on and supplies dwindled.
• "As the journeys stretched into weeks, onboard supplies dwindled well past safe emergency limits."
• Sentence F (6th): Concludes the paragraph by referencing "these grueling conditions" and noting how the hope of factory jobs sustained the travelers.
• "Despite these grueling conditions, the hope of factory jobs sustained the passengers throughout the voyage."
• The complete sequence is E - A - C - B - D - F, making A the SECOND sentence.

 

Coherent paragraph after rearrangement:

"Historical migration surges relied heavily on maritime vessels to move factory labor across oceans. Displaced families packed into crammed cargo holds, seeking passage toward economic stability. Commercial ocean liners and cargo vessels were forced to double as temporary passenger transports. Heavy sea swells and poor hygiene made the long ocean passage a test of human survival. As the journeys stretched into weeks, onboard supplies dwindled well past safe emergency limits. Despite these grueling conditions, the hope of factory jobs sustained the passengers throughout the voyage."

The correct answer is Option 2.

 

Key Points

• To determine the fourth sentence, we trace the narrative progression following the fixed third sentence:
• Sentence E (1st): Serves as the independent introductory statement, establishing the historical context that migration surges relied on maritime vessels to move factory labor across oceans.
• "Historical migration surges relied heavily on maritime vessels to move factory labor across oceans."
• Sentence A (2nd): Details who was traveling and their living quarters, describing displaced families packed into cargo holds.
• "Displaced families packed into crammed cargo holds, seeking passage toward economic stability."
• Sentence C (3rd - Fixed): Explains how commercial and cargo vessels adapted to serve as passenger transports.
• "Commercial ocean liners and cargo vessels were forced to double as temporary passenger transports."
• Sentence B is the FOURTH sentence: Begins describing the harsh physical conditions aboard the long ocean passage after establishing the transport setting.
• "Heavy sea swells and poor hygiene made the long ocean passage a test of human survival."
• Sentence D (5th): Builds on sentence B by describing how supplies dwindled as the journey stretched into weeks.
• "As the journeys stretched into weeks, onboard supplies dwindled well past safe emergency limits."
• Sentence F (6th): Concludes the passage by referencing "these grueling conditions" described in B and D, noting how hope sustained the passengers.
• "Despite these grueling conditions, the hope of factory jobs sustained the passengers throughout the voyage."
• The complete sequence is E - A - C - B - D - F, making B the FOURTH sentence.

 

Coherent paragraph after rearrangement:

"Historical migration surges relied heavily on maritime vessels to move factory labor across oceans. Displaced families packed into crammed cargo holds, seeking passage toward economic stability. Commercial ocean liners and cargo vessels were forced to double as temporary passenger transports. Heavy sea swells and poor hygiene made the long ocean passage a test of human survival. As the journeys stretched into weeks, onboard supplies dwindled well past safe emergency limits. Despite these grueling conditions, the hope of factory jobs sustained the passengers throughout the voyage."

The correct answer is Option 3.

 

Key Points

• To determine the fifth sentence, we trace the narrative progression after the fixed third sentence:
• Sentence E (1st): Opens as the independent introductory statement, establishing the broader historical premise of migration surges relying on maritime vessels to move factory labor across oceans.
• "Historical migration surges relied heavily on maritime vessels to move factory labor across oceans."
• Sentence A (2nd): Elaborates on the migrants themselves, describing displaced families packing into crammed cargo holds in search of economic stability.
• "Displaced families packed into crammed cargo holds, seeking passage toward economic stability."
• Sentence C (3rd - Fixed): Explains how commercial liners and cargo vessels were forced to adapt to carry these passengers.
• "Commercial ocean liners and cargo vessels were forced to double as temporary passenger transports."
• Sentence B (4th): Begins the description of the harsh conditions aboard the ship, highlighting heavy sea swells and poor hygiene.
• "Heavy sea swells and poor hygiene made the long ocean passage a test of human survival."
• Sentence D is the FIFTH sentence: Builds directly on the ongoing hardship described in sentence B, noting how supplies dwindled as the journey stretched into weeks.
• "As the journeys stretched into weeks, onboard supplies dwindled well past safe emergency limits."
• Sentence F (6th): Concludes the paragraph by summarizing the impact of "these grueling conditions" (described in B and D) and noting how the hope of factory jobs sustained the passengers.
• "Despite these grueling conditions, the hope of factory jobs sustained the passengers throughout the voyage."
• The complete sequence is E - A - C - B - D - F, making D the FIFTH sentence.

 

Coherent paragraph after rearrangement:

"Historical migration surges relied heavily on maritime vessels to move factory labor across oceans. Displaced families packed into crammed cargo holds, seeking passage toward economic stability. Commercial ocean liners and cargo vessels were forced to double as temporary passenger transports. Heavy sea swells and poor hygiene made the long ocean passage a test of human survival. As the journeys stretched into weeks, onboard supplies dwindled well past safe emergency limits. Despite these grueling conditions, the hope of factory jobs sustained the passengers throughout the voyage."

The correct answer is Option 5.

 

Key Points

• To determine the sixth (last) sentence, we trace the full narrative flow to its logical conclusion:
• Sentence E (1st): Serves as the independent topic sentence, introducing historical migration surges relying on maritime vessels for moving factory labor.
• "Historical migration surges relied heavily on maritime vessels to move factory labor across oceans."
• Sentence A (2nd): Describes displaced families packing into cargo holds in search of economic stability.
• "Displaced families packed into crammed cargo holds, seeking passage toward economic stability."
• Sentence C (3rd - Fixed): Explains how commercial ocean liners and cargo vessels doubled as passenger transports.
• "Commercial ocean liners and cargo vessels were forced to double as temporary passenger transports."
• Sentence B (4th): Details the physical hardships during the voyage, such as heavy sea swells and poor hygiene.
• "Heavy sea swells and poor hygiene made the long ocean passage a test of human survival."
• Sentence D (5th): Elaborates on how conditions worsened over time as supplies dwindled past safe emergency limits.
• "As the journeys stretched into weeks, onboard supplies dwindled well past safe emergency limits."
• Sentence F is the SIXTH (LAST) sentence: Provides a definitive summary conclusion that references "these grueling conditions" (described in B and D) and concludes with how hope sustained the passengers.
• "Despite these grueling conditions, the hope of factory jobs sustained the passengers throughout the voyage."
• The complete sequence is E - A - C - B - D - F, making F the SIXTH (LAST) sentence.

 

Coherent paragraph after rearrangement:

"Historical migration surges relied heavily on maritime vessels to move factory labor across oceans. Displaced families packed into crammed cargo holds, seeking passage toward economic stability. Commercial ocean liners and cargo vessels were forced to double as temporary passenger transports. Heavy sea swells and poor hygiene made the long ocean passage a test of human survival. As the journeys stretched into weeks, onboard supplies dwindled well past safe emergency limits. Despite these grueling conditions, the hope of factory jobs sustained the passengers throughout the voyage."

The correct answer is B-R.

Key Points

 

Let us look at the sentence combinations:

• Phrase B of column 1 should be matched with the phrase R of column 2 to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct.
• "The reservation for the Maratha community was challenged in the Bombay High Court".
• ​​​​​Phrase B cannot be used with either phrase P and phrase Q because it would not make a meaningful sentence.
• The reservation for the Maratha community was this has led to a drastic decline.
• The reservation for the Maratha community was of the various species.

The correct answer is C-P.

Key Points

Let us look at the sentence combinations:

• Phrase C of column 1 should be matched with the phrase P of column 2 to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct.
• "The news was welcomed by liberal activists and some global leaders".
• ​​​​Phrase C cannot be used with either phrase Q and phrase R because it would not make a meaningful sentence.
• The news was welcomed by and whose respiration rate at rest is over.
• The news was welcomed by the WHO guidelines say that steroids may.

The correct answer is option 2.

Key Points

• To answer this question, let's first understand the given sentence:
• "Recognizing the need for change, he decided to start afresh, adopting healthier habits and leaving behind destructive behaviours, embracing a holistic approach."
• This sentence discusses a person's decision to make positive changes by adopting healthier habits, abandoning destructive behaviours, and embracing a holistic approach to life.
• Now, let's understand the meanings of the idioms given as options:
• Option 1: Turn a blind eye -
• To deliberately ignore or disregard something, often a problem or wrongdoing.
• For Example -
• Despite knowing about the issue, the manager chose to turn a blind eye to the unethical practices.
• Option 2: Turn over a new leaf -
• To make a positive change in one's behaviour or lifestyle, often associated with a fresh start or improvement.
• For Example -
• After the setback, he decided to turn over a new leaf by adopting a healthier lifestyle and focusing on personal growth.
• Option 3: Turn the other cheek -
• To respond to an insult or injury with non-violence and forbearance, displaying tolerance or forgiveness.
• For Example -
• Instead of retaliating, she chose to turn the other cheek and respond to the criticism with kindness.
• Option 4: Turn the page -
• To move on from a difficult or negative situation, often involving letting go of the past and embracing new opportunities.
• For Example -
• After the breakup, she decided to turn the page and focus on building a brighter future for herself.
• Option 5: Turn the clock back -
• To revisit the past or undo previous actions, expressing a desire to go back in time.
• For Example -
• Although we can't turn the clock back, reflecting on our mistakes can help us make better decisions in the present.
• So, after understanding the given sentence and the meanings of the given idioms, we can conclude that option 2, "turn over a new leaf," is the most suitable replacement for the highlighted phrase "start afresh" in the given sentence. Both expressions convey the idea of making positive changes and adopting a new, improved way of life.
• Therefore, the correct answer is "Turn over a new leaf."

The correct answer is option 4.

Key Points

• To answer this question, let's first understand the given sentence:
• "Failing to find a solution despite exhaustive efforts, he resorted to desperate measures, hoping for a miraculous intervention to salvage the project."
• This sentence describes someone facing difficulties in solving a problem, turning to drastic measures, and relying on a miracle to save a project.
• Now, let's understand the meanings of the idioms given as options:
• Option 1: Holding onto smoke -
• Trying to retain or grasp something intangible or elusive; attempting the impossible.
• For Example -
• Getting him to commit to a decision is like holding onto smoke; it slips away each time.
• Option 2: Clutching at thin air -
• Making futile efforts to grasp or achieve something that is not attainable.
• For Example -
• His excuses were like clutching at thin air; none of them could justify his absence from the meeting.
• Option 3: Catching a wild goose -
• Pursuing something challenging or impossible to attain; chasing an elusive goal.
• For Example -
• Trying to make everyone happy is like catching a wild goose; it's an impossible task that leads to frustration.
• Option 4: Grasping at straws -
• Making desperate attempts to find a solution or make sense of a difficult situation.
• For Example -
• With no leads, the detective was grasping at straws in the investigation, hoping for any clue to solve the case.
• Option 5: Shooting in the dark -
• Acting without clear information or direction; attempting something with little chance of success.
• For Example -
• Trying to fix the computer issue without knowing the exact problem is like shooting in the dark; it's unlikely to yield positive results.
• So, after understanding the given sentence and the meanings of the given idioms, we can conclude that the most appropriate idiom to replace the highlighted phrase "resorted to desperate measures" is "grasping at straws." This is because both expressions convey the idea of making desperate attempts to find a solution or address a difficult situation.
• Therefore, the correct answer is "Grasping at straws."

The correct answer is option 1.

Key Points

• To answer this question, let's first understand the given sentence:
• "Rather than avoiding difficult conversations, she chose to face the challenge and address the issue directly, demonstrating a commendable commitment to open communication."
• This sentence praises someone for confronting tough discussions instead of avoiding them, showing a strong dedication to open communication.
• Now, let's understand the meanings of the idioms given as options:
• Option 1: Grasp the nettle -
• To tackle a difficult or unpleasant situation directly and with determination.
• For Example -
• Despite the challenges, the team decided to grasp the nettle and address the issues head-on.
• Option 2: Break the ice -
• To initiate conversation in a social setting or to overcome initial awkwardness.
• For Example -
• His jokes helped break the ice at the party, making everyone feel more comfortable.
• Option 3: Hit the hay -
• To go to bed or go to sleep.
• For Example -
• After a long day of work, she was exhausted and decided to hit the hay early.
• Option 4: Burn the midnight oil -
• To work late into the night; to put in extra effort or overtime.
• For Example -
• With the deadline approaching, the team had to burn the midnight oil to complete the project on time.
• Option 5: Jump on the bandwagon -
• To adopt a popular trend or activity.
• For Example -
• After seeing the success of online streaming, many companies decided to jump on the bandwagon and launch their own platforms.
• So, after understanding the given sentence and the meanings of the given idioms, we can conclude that the correct answer is option 1, "grasp the nettle." This idiom aligns with the idea of facing a difficult challenge directly and with determination, which fits the context of the sentence.
• Therefore, the correct answer is "Grasp the nettle."

The correct answer is option 5.

Key Points

• To answer this question, let's first understand the given sentence:
• "His pleasant and affable demeanour hid a deceitful and cunning character, revealing that he was not what he seemed in the business world where appearances often masked the true nature of individuals."
• This sentence reveals a person's deceptive nature, as his friendly behaviour conceals a cunning character, common in a business environment where appearances can be misleading.
• Now, let's understand the meanings of the idioms given as options:
• Option 1: A fox in the henhouse -
• A person with harmful intentions in a vulnerable or unsuspecting situation.
• For Example -
• The new employee turned out to be a fox in the henhouse, stealing confidential information.
• Option 2: A Trojan horse -
• Something that appears harmless but conceals a threat or danger.
• For Example -
• The seemingly harmless email contained a Trojan horse, infecting the computer with a virus.
• Option 3: A fish out of water -
• Someone feeling uncomfortable or out of place in a particular situation.
• For Example -
• In the formal gala, the comedian seemed like a fish out of water among the sophisticated guests.
• Option 4: A snake in the grass -
• A deceitful or treacherous person who hides their true intentions.
• For Example -
• Beware of him; he's a snake in the grass, pretending to be your friend while spreading rumours behind your back.
• Option 5: A wolf in sheep's clothing -
• Someone who pretends to be harmless or innocent but is actually dangerous.
• For Example -
• The charming con artist was a wolf in sheep's clothing, swindling people out of their money with a friendly facade.
• So, after understanding the given sentence and the meanings of the given idioms, we can conclude that option 5, "a wolf in sheep's clothing," is the correct choice to replace the highlighted phrase "not what he seemed." This idiom perfectly captures the essence of the sentence, conveying the idea that the person's pleasant exterior hides a more deceitful and cunning nature, which is consistent with the meaning of the given sentence.
• Therefore, the correct answer is "A wolf in sheep's clothing."

Correct Answer: Option 3 (A-D)

Key Points

• "Forecast" (D) is the correct word for a meteorologist’s prediction. (पूर्वानुमान)
• "Coastal" (A) refers to areas near the sea. (तटीय)
• In the given sentence, swapping Coastal (A) and Forecast (D) makes the sentence correct: "The meteorologist's forecast predicted a severe blizzard, prompting officials to evacuate several vulnerable coastal towns."

✅ Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 3 (A-D).

Additional Information

• Option 1 (A-C and B-D): Coastal ↔ Evacuate, Blizzard ↔ Forecast → "meteorologist's evacuate predicted a severe forecast" is grammatically wrong.
• Option 2 (B-C): Blizzard ↔ Evacuate → "predicted a severe evacuate" is nonsensical.
• Option 4 (C-D): Evacuate ↔ Forecast → "prompting officials to forecast several vulnerable evacuate towns" is incorrect.
• Option 5 (No interchange required): Wrong because "meteorologist's coastal predicted" is grammatically incorrect; meteorologists give forecasts, not coastals.

👉 Thus, the sentence becomes grammatically correct and meaningful only when A and D are interchanged.

Correct Answer: Option 2 (A-C)

Key Points

• "Bankrupt" means financially ruined or insolvent. (दिवालिया)
• "Merged" means combined or united into one. (विलयित)
• In the given sentence, swapping Bankrupt (A) and Merged (C) makes the sentence correct: "The two companies merged their operations to boost revenue and prevent the enterprise from going bankrupt under the new executives."

✅ Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 2 (A-C).

Additional Information

• Option 1 (B-D): Revenue ↔ Executives → "boost executives" is incorrect.
• Option 3 (A-B): Bankrupt ↔ Revenue → "bankrupt revenue" is illogical.
• Option 4 (C-D): Merged ↔ Executives → "going executives under the new merged" is grammatically wrong.
• Option 5 (No interchange required): Wrong because "companies bankrupt their operations" is incorrect usage.

👉 Thus, the sentence becomes grammatically correct and meaningful only when A and C are interchanged.

The correct answer is: Option 4 (A-D).

Key Points

• "Championship" refers to a competition or contest to determine the best individual or team. (प्रतियोगिता/चैंपियनशिप)
• Example: The team won the national championship after months of hard work.
• "Resilient" means able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions. (लचीला/सहनशील)
• Example: She remained resilient despite facing many challenges in her career.
• In the given sentence, swapping Championship (A) and Resilient (D) makes the sentence correct: "The resilient athlete pushed through severe fatigue during the final match of the tournament to secure the championship."

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 4 (A-D).

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and why they are incorrect:

• Option 1 (A-B and C-D): Championship ↔ Fatigue, Tournament ↔ Resilient. (चैंपियनशिप ↔ थकान, टूर्नामेंट ↔ सहनशील)
• This would result in "The fatigue athlete pushed through severe championship," which is grammatically and semantically wrong.
• Option 2 (B-C): Fatigue ↔ Tournament. (थकान ↔ टूर्नामेंट)
• This would produce "severe tournament during the final match of the fatigue," which is illogical.
• Option 3 (A-C): Championship ↔ Tournament. (चैंपियनशिप ↔ टूर्नामेंट)
• This would lead to "final match of the championship to secure the tournament," which distorts the intended meaning.
• Option 5 (No interchange required): (कोई अदला-बदली आवश्यक नहीं)
• This option is wrong because the original sentence "to secure the resilient" is grammatically incorrect; it should be "to secure the championship."

The correct answer is: Option 3 (A-C).

Key Points

• "Ingredients" are the individual food items or substances used to prepare a dish. (सामग्री)
• Example: Tomatoes and onions are key ingredients in many Indian curries.
• "Simmer" means to cook food gently just below boiling point. (धीमी आँच पर पकाना)
• Example: Let the soup simmer for 20 minutes to enhance its flavor.
• In the given sentence, swapping Ingredients (A) and Simmer (C) makes the sentence correct: "To create a rich flavor, you must simmer the sauce slowly, adding aromatic herbs and fresh ingredients to please the modern palate."

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 3 (A-C).

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and why they are incorrect:

• Option 1 (B-D): Aromatic ↔ Palate. (सुगंधित ↔ स्वादेंद्रिय)
• This would result in "adding palate herbs and fresh simmer," which is grammatically and semantically incorrect.
• Option 2 (A-D and B-C): Ingredients ↔ Palate, Aromatic ↔ Simmer. (सामग्री ↔ स्वादेंद्रिय, सुगंधित ↔ धीमी आँच पर पकाना)
• This would produce "you must palate the sauce slowly," which is meaningless.
• Option 4 (C-D): Simmer ↔ Palate. (धीमी आँच पर पकाना ↔ स्वादेंद्रिय)
• This would lead to "fresh palate to please the modern simmer," which is illogical.
• Option 5 (No interchange required): (कोई अदला-बदली आवश्यक नहीं)
• This option is wrong because the original sentence "you must ingredients the sauce slowly" is grammatically incorrect.

The correct answer is option 5.

Key Points

To answer this question, let's first understand the meaning of the phrasal verb "put around":

• put around - to spread or circulate information, rumors, or physical objects; to place things in various positions within an area. (प्रसारित करना / चारों ओर रखना)
• For Example:
• Someone has been putting around a rumor that the factory is closing.
• He put around copies of the agenda before the meeting started.

 

Now, let's break down the sentences to analyze which of them use the phrase "put around" correctly:

• A. She decided to put around some flyers to advertise the event.
• The phrase is used correctly here. In this context, it means to distribute or circulate the flyers to various people or places to spread information.
• B. After the presentation, he put around his notes for everyone to review.
• The phrase is used correctly here. It signifies passing the notes around or distributing them among the group so that everyone could see them.
• C. The rugs were put around the room to enhance the cozy ambiance.
• The phrase is used correctly here. It refers to the physical placement of the rugs in various spots throughout the room.
• Since all three sentences use the phrase "put around" in a grammatically and contextually appropriate manner, they are all correct.
• Therefore, the correct answer is "All A, B & C."

The correct answer is 'Perpetuate.'

Key Points

• The given sentence is talking about making a democratic judicial atmosphere that supports the cause of freedom continue indefinitely.
• Therefore, the most appropriate word to be filled in the blank is 'Perpetuate'.
• Also, the use of the word ''approach'' in the sentence indicates the use of the word 'perpetuate' in the blank.
• The word 'Perpetuate' means To make something continue indefinitely.
• Example: Increasing the supply of weapons will only perpetuate violence and anarchy.
  

Hence, the correct answer is option 5.

Complete Sentence: The need is to expand the latter approach and to create and perpetuate a democratic judicial atmosphere that supports the cause of freedom.

Additional Information

• Let us explore  the other options:
• Valuate means To estimate the worth or quality of something; appraise.
• Actuate means To cause someone to act in a particular way; motivate.
• Discriminate means To recognize a distinction; differentiate.
• Compensate means To give someone something in recognition of loss, suffering, or injury incurred; recompense.

The correct answer 'reflexively'.

Key Points

• The given sentence is talking about police and the common habit of arresting a suspect first and then looking for a possible offence.
• Therefore, the most appropriate word to be filled in the blank is 'reflexively'.
• The word 'reflexively' means as a reflex, without conscious thought; automatically.
• Example: The staff reflexively opposes the policies regarding salaries thinking it may cause them a loss.

Hence, the correct answer is Option 5.

Additional Information

  Let us explore the other options:

• mooted: raise (a question or topic) for discussion; suggest (an idea or possibility).
• overhaul: the act of completely changing something, especially by getting rid of some people or things and replacing them with others.
• unstated: not stated or declared.
• aligned: the same as or similar to something else.

The correct answer is 'Weakening.'

Key Points

• The given sentence is talking about permitting construction risks the foundations of centuries-old edifices becoming less strong.
• Therefore, the most appropriate word to be filled in the blank is 'Weakening'.
• Also, the use of the word ''risks'' in the sentence indicates the use of the word 'weakening' in the blank.
• The word 'Weakening' means To become less strong; to make somebody or something less strong.
• Example:  A spider's web can stretch considerably without weakening.
  

Hence, the correct answer is option 2.

Complete Sentence: Moreover, permitting construction work risks weakening the foundations of centuries-old edifices.

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Additional Information

• Let us explore  the other options:
• Strengthening means To become stronger or make something stronger.
• Trafficking means To deal or trade in something illegal.
• Panicking means To feel or cause to feel panic.
• Discriminating means To recognize a distinction; differentiate.

The correct answer is 'Development.'

Key Points

• The given sentence is talking about impeding the States from a specified state of growth or advancement.
• Therefore, the most appropriate word to be filled in the blank is 'Development'.
• Also, the use of the word ''impedes'' in the sentence indicates the use of the word 'development' in the blank.
• The word 'Development' means A specified state of growth or advancement.
• Example: She paves the path of development after a good solid foundation.
  

Hence, the correct answer is option 3.

Complete Sentence: It only impedes States from charting their own autonomous path of development.

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Additional Information

• Let us explore  the other options:
• Contentment means A state of happiness and satisfaction.
• Disappointment means Sadness or displeasure caused by the non-fulfillment of one's hopes or expectations.
• Harassment means Aggressive pressure or intimidation.
• Amusement means The state or experience of finding something funny.

The correct answer is 'Error.'

Key Points

• The given sentence is talking about the Court correcting the mistake in the near future.
• Therefore, the most appropriate word to be filled in the blank is 'Error'.
• Also, the use of the word ''corrects'' in the sentence indicates the use of the word 'error' in the blank.
• The word 'Error' means A mistake; the state of being wrong.
• Example: The program not only corrects the error in your document but also learns from its mistake.
  

Hence, the correct answer is option 1.

Complete Sentence: One can only hope that sometime in the not distant future the Court corrects the error.

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Additional Information

• Let us explore  the other options:
• Terror means Extreme fear.
• Prefer means To like one thing or person better than another or others; tend to choose.
• Fetor means A strong, foul smell.
• Abductor means A person who abducts another person.

The correct answer is Option B.

 

Key Points

• The passage explicitly discusses the impact of daily commutation on organizational efficiency and worker output.
• In the first paragraph, the text states: "...as transit times in urban centres steadily climb, the traditional model of requiring physical attendance for every role is encountering diminishing returns."
• This indicates that the practice of requiring employees to be physically present for every job role is becoming less effective or profitable as travel times increase.
• Therefore, Option B is the correct answer as it directly reflects the information provided in the passage.

Therefore, the correct answer is B.

 

Relevant Sentence from the Passage: "The report presented a stark analytical perspective, noting that as transit times in urban centres steadily climb, the traditional model of requiring physical attendance for every role is encountering diminishing returns."

 

Additional Information

• A: Mandatory desk hours – While related to physical attendance, the passage specifically uses the phrase "physical attendance for every role" in the context of diminishing returns.
• C: Employee performance reviews – The passage mentions performance metrics as a solution to managerial concerns, not as something suffering from diminishing returns.
• D: Remote working – Remote working is presented as a potential solution (hybrid models) rather than the cause of diminishing returns.
• E: Collaborative projects – The passage suggests reserving physical travel for these projects, implying they still hold high value.

The correct answer is Option C.

 

Key Points

• The question asks for the third factor mentioned in the passage that correlates directly with long travel times, alongside elevated stress levels and decreased cognitive stamina.
• According to the first paragraph: "Chronically long travel times correlate directly with elevated stress levels, decreased cognitive stamina, and a higher rate of burnout among staff."
• The passage explicitly lists "higher rate of burnout" as the third consequence of heavy daily commutation.
• Therefore, Option C is the correct answer.

Therefore, the correct answer is C.

 

Correct Sentence from Passage: "Chronically long travel times correlate directly with elevated stress levels, decreased cognitive stamina, and a higher rate of burnout among staff."

 

Additional Information

• A: Lower salaries – This is not mentioned in the passage as a correlation to travel time.
• B: Increased absenteeism – While plausible in a real-world scenario, the passage mentions "voluntary turnover" and "declining engagement," but not specifically "increased absenteeism."
• D: Reduced accountability – This is mentioned in the second paragraph as a concern managers have regarding working from home, not as a direct result of long travel times.
• E: Fragmented team cohesion – Similar to Option D, this is a concern related to remote work, not a direct correlation of long commutes.

The correct answer is Option E.

 

Key Points

• The passage explicitly lists the negative impacts of heavy daily commutation on employees and the organization.
• According to the text, long travel times correlate with elevated stress levels, decreased cognitive stamina, and a higher rate of burnout.
• It also mentions that for the firm, this results in declining engagement during morning hours and an uptick in voluntary turnover, which are described as "tangible losses."
• Increased company profits is not cited as a consequence; in fact, the passage suggests the opposite by mentioning "tangible losses" and "operational friction."

Therefore, the correct answer is E.

 

Correct Option: "Increased company profits"

 

Additional Information

• A: Elevated stress levels – This is directly mentioned in the second paragraph as a correlation of long travel times.
• B: Decreased cognitive stamina – This is explicitly listed as a result of chronically long travel times.
• C: Higher rate of burnout among staff – The passage identifies this as a direct consequence of heavy commutation.
• D: Declining engagement during morning hours – The text states that operational friction translates into declining engagement during critical morning hours.

The correct answer is 'expenses'.

 

Key Points

• The word "expenses" means the cost required for something; the money spent on something (खर्च).
• Here, it refers to the cost of fuel due to heavy daily commutation.
• The other options: "consumption," "efficiency," "savings," and "utilization" do not fit the context as appropriately.

​Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 2'.

Complete Sentence: The study highlighted that the true cost of heavy daily commutation extends far beyond fuel expenses or public transit fares.

Additional Information

• Consumption (उपभोग): means the use of a resource.
• Efficiency (दक्षता): means the ability to accomplish something with the least waste of time and effort.
• Savings (बचत): means the money one has saved, especially through a bank or official scheme.
• Utilization (उपयोग): means the action of making practical and effective use of something.

The correct answer is Option D.

 

Key Points

• Statement A: The report from Double Communication recommended increasing mandatory office presence for critical collaborative projects.
• This statement is incorrect. The passage states the report recommended a "phased reduction in mandatory office presence," suggesting that physical travel be "reserved only" for high-value collaborative projects, rather than increasing the overall mandatory presence.
• Statement B: Moving away from established working habits presents psychological and operational hurdles.
• This statement is correct. The passage explicitly mentions: "However, transitioning away from established working habits presents psychological and operational hurdles."
• Statement C: Establishing clear performance metrics is suggested to address managerial concerns about remote work.
• This statement is correct. The passage states: "Addressing these managerial apprehensions requires establishing clear performance metrics rather than relying on visible desk hours."
• Since statements B and C are correct, the correct option is B and C.

Therefore, the correct answer is: B and C.

The correct answer is Option 1.

 

Key Points

• Statement A: The study found that longer commutes result in decreased afternoon performance.
• This statement is incorrect. The passage specifically mentions "declining engagement during critical morning working hours," not afternoon performance.
• Statement B: Managers expressed reservations about remote output, citing decreased accountability.
• This statement is correct. The passage states that managers raised concerns that "working from home lies at the heart of reduced accountability."
• Statement C: Employee well-being can be balanced with empirical productivity data for modern work structures.
• This statement is correct. The final sentence of the passage notes that modern work structures will require companies to "balance empirical productivity data with employee well-being."
• Since the question asks for the incorrect statement, only Statement A fits the criteria.

Therefore, the correct answer is: ‘Only A’.

The correct answer is: Option (A) i.e., Conclusion.

Key Points

• The word "closure" in the context of the passage refers to the act of bringing a debate, discussion, or situation to a definitive end or resolution. (समापन/निष्कर्ष)
• Example: The final meeting helped bring closure to the long-standing dispute between the two departments.
• "Conclusion" refers to the end or finish of an event, process, or discussion; it signifies reaching a final decision or settlement. (निष्कर्ष/समाप्ति)
• Example: The committee reached a conclusion after reviewing all the empirical data provided in the report.
• Hence, we can infer that the word similar in meaning to 'closure' is 'conclusion'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Conclusion.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Duration (अवधि): The length of time that something continues or lasts.
• Example: The duration of the flight was approximately three hours.
• Transition (परिवर्तन/संक्रमण): The process of changing from one state or condition to another.
• Example: The company is currently undergoing a transition from traditional to digital marketing.
• Conflict (संघर्ष/विवाद): A serious disagreement or argument, typically a protracted one.
• Example: There was a conflict between the management's goals and the employees' expectations.
• Implementation (कार्यान्वयन): The process of putting a decision or plan into effect; execution.
• Example: The implementation of the new remote work policy will begin next month.

The correct answer is: Option (B) i.e., Rests.

Key Points

• The word "lies" in the context of the passage means to be situated or to remain in a specified state or place; it refers to the location or basis of a particular problem or concern. (स्थित होना/निहित होना)
• Example: The solution to the problem lies in better communication between the departments.
• "Rests" means to be based on or to reside in something; in this context, it signifies that the core of the concern is situated within the idea of working from home. (आधारित होना/निहित होना)
• Example: The success of the project rests on the dedication of the team members.
• Hence, we can infer that the word similar in meaning to 'lies' in this context is 'rests'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Rests.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Surpasses (से आगे निकलना): To exceed or be greater than something else.
• Example: The quality of the new product surpasses all our previous versions.
• Conceals (छिपाना): To keep from sight or hide something.
• Example: The heavy fog conceals the mountain peaks from view.
• Depends (निर्भर होना): To be controlled or determined by something else.
• Example: Our outdoor picnic depends entirely on the weather conditions.
• Manages (प्रबंधन करना): To be in charge of or to succeed in surviving or attaining one's objectives.
• Example: She manages a large team of software developers with great efficiency.

The correct answer is: Option (C) i.e., Unity.

Key Points

• The word "cohesion" refers to the action or fact of forming a united whole; it is the state of sticking together or working well together as a group. (एकजुटता)
• Example: The team's success was largely due to the strong cohesion among its members.
• "Unity" refers to the state of being joined together or in agreement as a whole; it is a synonym for cohesion, especially in a social or professional group context. (एका)
• Example: The manager worked hard to foster a sense of unity and cooperation within the department.
• Hence, we can infer that the word similar in meaning to 'cohesion' is 'unity'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Unity.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Discord (कलह): Disagreement between people or lack of harmony.
• Example: The new policy caused a great deal of discord among the staff members.
• Division (विभाजन): The action of separating something into parts or the process of being separated.
• Example: The division of labour helped the factory increase its total production.
• Resilience (लचीलापन): The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness.
• Example: The company showed great resilience by bouncing back after the economic downturn.
• Efficiency (कार्यकुशलता): The state or quality of being efficient; achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort.
• Example: The new software was designed to improve the efficiency of the accounting department.

 

Total number of items manufactured by A and B = 240 + 290 = 530

Total number of items sold by C and D = 240 + 270 = 510

Required ratio = 530: 510 = 53: 51

 

Total number of items sold = 180 + 210 + 240 + 270 = 900

Number of items returned from company A = 20% of 180 = 36

Number of items returned from company D = 10% of 270 = 27

Total number of items effectively sold = 900 − 36 – 27 = 837

 

Number of unsold items of B : Number of unsold items of C = 80 : 50 = 8 : 5

 

Required percentage = (180/240) × 100 = 75%

 

Total number of items manufactured by B and D = 290 + 330 = 620

Total number of items sold by A and C = 180 + 240 = 420

Required difference = 620 – 420 = 200

Calculation

Initial mixture = 180 litres

Milk : Water = 5 : 4

⇒ Total parts = 5 + 4 = 9

⇒ Milk = [5/9] × 180 = 100 L

⇒ Water = [4/9] × 180 = 80 L

Remove 25% of mixture

25% of 180 = 45 litres removed

Milk removed = [100/180] × 45=25 L

Water removed = [80/180] × 45 = 20

After removal:

Milk left = 100 – 25 = 75 L

Water left = 80 – 20 = 60 L

Add 15 litres of milk

Milk = 75 + 15 = 90 L

Water = 60 L

Total = 90 + 60 = 150 L

Milk % = [90/150] × 100 =60%

⇒ x + 10 = 60

⇒ x = 50

Water % = [60/150] × 100 = 40%

⇒ y + 10 = 40 ⇒ y = 30

So, x + y = 80

Given:

1^st Discount = 25% of M.P

2^nd Discount = 20% of 1st Discount

S.P = Rs. 600

Concept Used:

D = M.P × Rate of Discount 

Successive Discount = [a + b - (ab/100)]%

M.P = Marked Price, D = Discount, S.P = Selling Price

Calculation:

Let the marked price be x.

According to the question,

x × (75/100) × (80/100) = 600

⇒ x = (600 × 100 × 100)/(75 × 80)

⇒ x = 1000

∴ The Marked Price is Rs. 1000.

Shortcut Trick

Ratio of Stream Speed (v) : Still Water Speed (u) = 4 : 9

Upstream Speed (u−v) = 5 units | Downstream Speed (u+v) = 13 units

Ratio of Distances: 270 / 468 = 15 : 26

Using Time = Distance / Speed: (15/5) / (26/13) = 3 : 2 (Time Ratio)

Difference (3−2) = 1 unit → 6 hours ∴ Still speed = 27 kmph

∴ The correct answer is 216 km.

Alternate Method

Given: Ratio v : u = 4 : 9. Upstream dist = 270 km, Downstream dist = 468 km.

Formula: Distance = Speed × Time

⇒ Let u = 9x and v = 4x. Upstream speed = 5x, Downstream speed = 13x.

⇒ 270 / 5x = t and 468 / 13x = t − 6

⇒ 54/x = t and 36/x = t − 6

⇒ 54/x − 36/x = 6 ⇒ 18/x = 6 ⇒ x = 3

⇒ Speed of boat in still water = 9 × 3 = 27 kmph

⇒ Distance in 8 hours = 27 × 8 = 216 km

∴ The correct answer is 216 km.

Additional Information

Downstream Speed

The effective speed of the boat when traveling in the same direction as the stream. Downstream = u + v.

Upstream Speed

The effective speed of the boat when traveling against the direction of the stream. Upstream = u − v.

Still Water Calculation

Speed of boat in still water (u) = (Downstream + Upstream) ÷ 2.

Given:

Compound Interest Rate = 20% p.a.

Time = 2 years

CI = ₹1698.4

New Principal = X + 500

Simple Interest Rate = 23% p.a.

Time = 3.5 years

Formula used:

CI = P([(1+\frac{r}{100})^t - 1 ])

SI = (P × R × T) ÷ 100

Calculations:

⇒ 1698.4 = X × ((1 + 20/100)² - 1)

⇒ 1698.4 = X × (1.44 - 1) = X × 0.44

⇒ X = 1698.4 ÷ 0.44 = 3860

Now, New Principal = X + 500 = 3860 + 500 = ₹4360

⇒ SI = 4360 × 23 × 3.5 ÷ 100 = 3509.8

∴ Simple Interest received = ₹3509.8

Solution:

10 years ago, let the age of mother = 5x years, age of daughter = 2x years

Present Age of mother = 5x + 10

Present Age of daughter = 2x + 10

8 years hence, mother age = 5x + 18 years

Daughter age = 2x + 18 years

(5x+18)/ (2x+18) = 7:4

x = 9

Present age of mother = (5 × 9 + 10) = 45 = 55

Present age of daughter = (2 × 9 + 10) = 28

Present age of father = (55 + 5) = 60

Therefore the age of father and daughter 10 years ago = (60 + 28 - 20) = 68

Common Calculation

Given:

Total employees = 750

Monday : Tuesday : Wednesday = 6 : 5 : 4

Male : Female on Monday = 4 : 2

Female on Tuesday = 25% more than Female on Monday

Male on Wednesday = 20 less than Male on Tuesday

Formula:

Number = (Ratio Share ÷ Total Ratio) × Total

Calculation:

⇒ Total parts = 6 + 5 + 4 = 15

⇒ Monday = (6/15) × 750 = 300

⇒ Tuesday = (5/15) × 750 = 250

⇒ Wednesday = (4/15) × 750 = 200

Monday

⇒ Male : Female = 4 : 2 = 2 : 1

⇒ Male = (2/3) × 300 = 200

⇒ Female = (1/3) × 300 = 100

Tuesday

⇒ Female = 100 × 125/100 = 125

⇒ Male = 250 – 125 = 125

Wednesday

⇒ Male = 125 – 20 = 105

⇒ Female = 200 – 105 = 95

Final Summary

Given:

Female employees on Wednesday = 95

Male employees on Monday = 200

Formula:

New Number = Original Number × (100 ± Percentage)/100

Calculation:

⇒ Female employees on Wednesday after 20% increase = 95 × 120/100 = 114

⇒ Male employees on Monday after 10% decrease = 200 × 90/100 = 180

⇒ Required ratio = 114 : 180 = 19 : 30

∴ Answer = 19 : 30

Common Calculation

Given:

Total employees = 750

Monday : Tuesday : Wednesday = 6 : 5 : 4

Male : Female on Monday = 4 : 2

Female on Tuesday = 25% more than Female on Monday

Male on Wednesday = 20 less than Male on Tuesday

Formula:

Number = (Ratio Share ÷ Total Ratio) × Total

Calculation:

⇒ Total parts = 6 + 5 + 4 = 15

⇒ Monday = (6/15) × 750 = 300

⇒ Tuesday = (5/15) × 750 = 250

⇒ Wednesday = (4/15) × 750 = 200

Monday

⇒ Male : Female = 4 : 2 = 2 : 1

⇒ Male = (2/3) × 300 = 200

⇒ Female = (1/3) × 300 = 100

Tuesday

⇒ Female = 100 × 125/100 = 125

⇒ Male = 250 – 125 = 125

Wednesday

⇒ Male = 125 – 20 = 105

⇒ Female = 200 – 105 = 95

Final Summary

Given:

Female employees on Monday and Wednesday = 100 + 95

Male employees on all three days = 430

Formula:

Percentage = (Difference ÷ Original) × 100

Calculation:

⇒ Female employees on Monday and Wednesday = 100 + 95 = 195

⇒ Male employees on all three days = 200 + 125 + 105 = 430

⇒ Difference = 430 – 195 = 235

⇒ Required percentage = (235/430) × 100 = 54.65% ≈ 55%

∴ Answer = 55%

Common Calculation

Given:

Total employees = 750

Monday : Tuesday : Wednesday = 6 : 5 : 4

Male : Female on Monday = 4 : 2

Female on Tuesday = 25% more than Female on Monday

Male on Wednesday = 20 less than Male on Tuesday

Formula:

Number = (Ratio Share ÷ Total Ratio) × Total

Calculation:

⇒ Total parts = 6 + 5 + 4 = 15

⇒ Monday = (6/15) × 750 = 300

⇒ Tuesday = (5/15) × 750 = 250

⇒ Wednesday = (4/15) × 750 = 200

Monday

⇒ Male : Female = 4 : 2 = 2 : 1

⇒ Male = (2/3) × 300 = 200

⇒ Female = (1/3) × 300 = 100

Tuesday

⇒ Female = 100 × 125/100 = 125

⇒ Male = 250 – 125 = 125

Wednesday

⇒ Male = 125 – 20 = 105

⇒ Female = 200 – 105 = 95

Final Summary

Given:

Male Monday = 200

Male Wednesday = 105

Calculation:

⇒ Male employees on Monday after transfer = 200 – 25 = 175

⇒ Male employees on Wednesday after transfer = 105 + 25 = 130

⇒ Required ratio = 175 : 130 = 35 : 26

∴ Answer = 35 : 26

Common Calculation

Given:

Total employees = 750

Monday : Tuesday : Wednesday = 6 : 5 : 4

Male : Female on Monday = 4 : 2

Female on Tuesday = 25% more than Female on Monday

Male on Wednesday = 20 less than Male on Tuesday

Formula:

Number = (Ratio Share ÷ Total Ratio) × Total

Calculation:

⇒ Total parts = 6 + 5 + 4 = 15

⇒ Monday = (6/15) × 750 = 300

⇒ Tuesday = (5/15) × 750 = 250

⇒ Wednesday = (4/15) × 750 = 200

Monday

⇒ Male : Female = 4 : 2 = 2 : 1

⇒ Male = (2/3) × 300 = 200

⇒ Female = (1/3) × 300 = 100

Tuesday

⇒ Female = 100 × 125/100 = 125

⇒ Male = 250 – 125 = 125

Wednesday

⇒ Male = 125 – 20 = 105

⇒ Female = 200 – 105 = 95

Final Summary

Given:

Monday = 300

Tuesday = 250

Wednesday = 200

Formula:

Average = Sum of Observations ÷ Number of Observations

Calculation:

⇒ Average attendance on Monday and Wednesday = (300 + 200)/2 = 500/2 = 250

⇒ Average attendance on Tuesday = 250

⇒ Difference = 250 – 250 = 0

∴ Answer = 0

Common Calculation

Given:

Total employees = 750

Monday : Tuesday : Wednesday = 6 : 5 : 4

Male : Female on Monday = 4 : 2

Female on Tuesday = 25% more than Female on Monday

Male on Wednesday = 20 less than Male on Tuesday

Formula:

Number = (Ratio Share ÷ Total Ratio) × Total

Calculation:

⇒ Total parts = 6 + 5 + 4 = 15

⇒ Monday = (6/15) × 750 = 300

⇒ Tuesday = (5/15) × 750 = 250

⇒ Wednesday = (4/15) × 750 = 200

Monday

⇒ Male : Female = 4 : 2 = 2 : 1

⇒ Male = (2/3) × 300 = 200

⇒ Female = (1/3) × 300 = 100

Tuesday

⇒ Female = 100 × 125/100 = 125

⇒ Male = 250 – 125 = 125

Wednesday

⇒ Male = 125 – 20 = 105

⇒ Female = 200 – 105 = 95

Final Summary

Given:

Male employees on Tuesday = 125

Male employees on Wednesday = 105

Total employees on Monday = 300

Formula:

Percentage = (Part ÷ Total) × 100

Calculation:

⇒ Male employees on Tuesday and Wednesday = 125 + 105 = 230

⇒ Required percentage = (230 ÷ 300) × 100 = 76.67%

∴ Answer = 76.67%

Equation I:

2x² + 11x + 14 = 0

2x² + 4x + 7x + 14 = 0

2x (x + 2) + 7 (x + 2) = 0

∴ x = -2 or x = -7/2

Equation II:

2y² + 17y + 33 = 0

2y² + 6y + 11y + 33 = 0

2y (y + 3) + 11 (y + 3) = 0

∴ y = -3 or y = -11/2

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∴ x = y or the relationship cannot be established.

I. x² + 5x – 14 = 0

⇒ x² – 2x + 7x – 14 = 0

⇒ x(x – 2) + 7(x – 2) = 0

⇒ (x – 2) (x + 7) = 0

⇒ x = 2, –7

II. y² + 3y – 28 = 0

⇒ y² + 7y – 4y – 28 = 0

⇒ y(y + 7) – 4(y + 7) = 0 

⇒ (y + 7) (y – 4) = 0

⇒ y = –7, 4

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∴ The relationship between x and y cannot be established

I. 3x² - 43x + 154 = 0

⇒ 3x² - 22x - 21x + 154 = 0

⇒ (x - 7) (3x - 22) = 0

⇒ x = 7, 22/3

 

II. 2y² - 40y + 200 = 0

⇒ 2y² - 20y - 20y + 200 = 0

⇒ (y - 10) (2y - 20) = 0

⇒ y = 10, 10

 

Hence x < y

Given:

Two trains are running in opposite directions between stations A and B.

After crossing, the time taken by each train to reach their destination is 64 and 100 hours respectively.

Formula used:

After crossing each other, if the time taken by 2 trains is T1 and T2 respectively then, S1/S2 = √T2/√T1, here, S1 and S2 are speeds of first and second train respectively.

Calculations:

Let the time taken by slower train be T

We have, T1 = 64, T2 = 100

⇒ S₁/S₂ = √[100/64] = 5/4

⇒ S₁ = (5/4)S₂

Total distance covered = 64S₁ + 100S₂

⇒ 64[(5/4)S₂] + 100S₂

⇒ Distance = 180S₂

 

⇒ T = Total distance/speed of slower train

 

⇒ T = 180S₂/S₂

 

⇒ T = 180 hours

∴ Time taken by slower train is 180 hours

Calculation

B alone completes the work in 24 days.

Efficiency of B is 25% less than A, so:

Efficiency of B = 0.75 × Efficiency of A

⇒Efficiency of A = [4/3] × Efficiency of B

A is twice as efficient as C, so,

Efficiency of C = [1/2] × Efficiency of A

Let’s assume Total Work = LCM of number of days

Since B completes in 24 days,

let’s take total work = LCM = 24 units × Efficiency of B

But to make calculation easier, assume:

Let Efficiency of B = 3 units/day

Then Total Work = 24 × 3 = 72 units

Efficiency of A = 4 units/day (since A is 4/3 of B)

Efficiency of C = 2 units/day (half of A)

So,

A + B + C efficiency = 4 + 3 + 2 = 9 units/day

Total work=72 units,

Daily combined work=9 units

⇒x = 72/9 = 8 days = perfect cube number

Given:

30% of the income is invested in Mutual Funds.

₹15,600 is spent on Education.

The remaining amount is saved.

Savings = 11/25 of the total income.

Calculation:

⇒ Savings = (11/25) × 100% = 44% of the total income

⇒ Percentage spent on Mutual Funds = 30%

⇒ Percentage spent on Education = 100% − (30% + 44%) = 26%

⇒ 26% of the income = ₹15,600

⇒ Total monthly income = (15,600 × 100)/26 = ₹60,000

Final Answer = ₹60,000

Questions attempted by E = 120% of 70 = 84

Correct: Incorrect = 3: 1

Number of correct answers = (3/4) × 84 = 63

Average number of correct answers = (60 + 60 + 72 + 49)/4

= 241/4 = 60.25

Marks scored by A = 60 − 0.25 × 20 = 60 – 5 = 55

Marks scored by D = 49 − 0.25 × 21 = 49 − 5.25 = 43.75

Required total = 55 + 43.75 = 98.75 marks

Questions attempted by B and D = 75 + 70 = 145

Questions attempted by A and C = 80 + 90 = 170

Required difference = 170 – 145 = 25

Incorrect answers of A = 80 − 60 = 20

Incorrect answers of C = 90 − 72 = 18

Required percentage = (20 + 18)/60 × 100

= (38/60) × 100 = 63.33%

Given:

Total Surface Area of the cube = 384 cm²

Breadth of the rectangle = Side of the cube

Length = 3 × Breadth

Calculation:

⇒ Total Surface Area of cube = 6a²

⇒ 6a² = 384

⇒ a² = 384 ÷ 6 = 64

⇒ Side of the cube = √64 = 8 cm

⇒ Breadth of the rectangle = 8 cm

⇒ Length of the rectangle = 3 × 8 = 24 cm

⇒ Perimeter of the rectangle = 2 × (24 + 8) = 2 × 32 = 64 cm

Final Answer = 64 cm

Given:

Average age of A, B and C = 31 years

Ratio of A : B = 4 : 5

C is 9 years older than B.

Calculation:

⇒ Total age of A, B and C = 31 × 3 = 93 years

⇒ Let the ages of A and B be 4x and 5x, respectively.

⇒ Age of C = 5x + 9

⇒ According to the question,

4x + 5x + (5x + 9) = 93

⇒ 14x + 9 = 93

⇒ 14x = 84

⇒ x = 6

⇒ Age of C = (5 × 6) + 9 = 39 years

Final Answer = 39 years

Given:

Number of voters who cast their votes = 80%

Out of casted votes, 10% of total votes were declared invalid

Rekha gets 40% of the total votes

Amitabh lost by = 420 votes

Calculation:

Let the total voters in society be x.

So the number of voters who cast their votes = (80/100) × x = 4x/5

Out of casted votes, 10% of votes were declared invalid

So the number of invalid votes = (10/100) × (4x/5) = 2x/25

Rekha gets 40% of the total votes

So the number of votes obtained by Rekha = (40/100) × x = 2x/5

Now the votes obtained by Amitabh

⇒ (4x/5) – (2x/25) – (2x/5)

⇒ (20x – 2x – 10x)/25 = 8x/25

Amitabh lost by 420 votes

Now the difference between Amitabh and Rekha

⇒  (2x/5) – (8x/25) = 420

⇒ 2x/25 = 420

⇒ x = 5250

∴ A total of 5250 voters are there in the colony.

Given:

M completes the work in 12 days.

M and N together complete 4/5 of the work in 8 days.

Calculation:

⇒ Assume total work = LCM of 12 and 5 = 120 units

⇒ Efficiency of M = 120 ÷ 12 = 10 units/day

⇒ Work completed by M and N together = (4/5) × 120 = 96 units

⇒ Combined efficiency of M and N = 96 ÷ 8 = 12 units/day

⇒ Efficiency of N = 12 – 10 = 2 units/day

⇒ 50% of the total work = 120 ÷ 2 = 60 units

⇒ Time taken by N = 60 ÷ 2 = 30 days

Final Answer = 30 days

Given: Ten persons – B, D, F, G, K, P, R, T, W, and Z were born in five different months of the same year viz.- January, April, August, September, and October. Each person was born on either the 9th or 12th of the month.

1. Z was born on an odd date of a month having exactly 30 days (April 9 or September 9).
2. The number of persons born before Z is the same as the number of persons born after R, who likes Guide.
3. B likes Rockstar and was born immediately after Z in the same month.
4. The one who likes Black was born exactly between B and R. P likes Black.

Here, there are two Cases, i.e. Case 1 and Case 2.

 

5. D was born immediately after P but not in the same month.
6. Only two persons were born between D and G. G likes 3-idiot.
7. F likes Bobby and was born immediately before G.4

Case 2 gets eliminated because September 9 is already occupied by Z, so we cannot place D.

 

8. Only three persons were born between the one who likes Anand and the one who likes Udaan. T likes Anand and was born before the one who likes Udaan. K likes Udaan.
9. W likes Barfi.
10. Z does not like Satya. (Therefore, Z must like Swades, leaving Satya for D). So, the final arrangement:

 

Z likes Swades.

Hence, the correct answer is ‘Swades’.

Given: Ten persons – B, D, F, G, K, P, R, T, W, and Z were born in five different months of the same year viz.- January, April, August, September, and October. Each person was born on either the 9th or 12th of the month.

1. Z was born on an odd date of a month having exactly 30 days (April 9 or September 9).
2. The number of persons born before Z is the same as the number of persons born after R, who likes Guide.
3. B likes Rockstar and was born immediately after Z in the same month.
4. The one who likes Black was born exactly between B and R. P likes Black.

Here, there are two Cases, i.e. Case 1 and Case 2.

 

5. D was born immediately after P but not in the same month.
6. Only two persons were born between D and G. G likes 3-idiot.
7. F likes Bobby and was born immediately before G.4

Case 2 gets eliminated because September 9 is already occupied by Z, so we cannot place D.

 

8. Only three persons were born between the one who likes Anand and the one who likes Udaan. T likes Anand and was born before the one who likes Udaan. K likes Udaan.
9. W likes Barfi.
10. Z does not like Satya. (Therefore, Z must like Swades, leaving Satya for D). So, the final arrangement:

 

Two persons were born between W and K.

Hence, the correct answer is ‘Two’.

Given: Ten persons – B, D, F, G, K, P, R, T, W, and Z were born in five different months of the same year viz.- January, April, August, September, and October. Each person was born on either the 9th or 12th of the month.

1. Z was born on an odd date of a month having exactly 30 days (April 9 or September 9).
2. The number of persons born before Z is the same as the number of persons born after R, who likes Guide.
3. B likes Rockstar and was born immediately after Z in the same month.
4. The one who likes Black was born exactly between B and R. P likes Black.

Here, there are two Cases, i.e. Case 1 and Case 2.

 

5. D was born immediately after P but not in the same month.
6. Only two persons were born between D and G. G likes 3-idiot.
7. F likes Bobby and was born immediately before G.4

Case 2 gets eliminated because September 9 is already occupied by Z, so we cannot place D.

 

8. Only three persons were born between the one who likes Anand and the one who likes Udaan. T likes Anand and was born before the one who likes Udaan. K likes Udaan.
9. W likes Barfi.
10. Z does not like Satya. (Therefore, Z must like Swades, leaving Satya for D). So, the final arrangement:

 

Correct combination - August 12 – P – Black

Hence, the correct answer is ‘August 12 – P – Black’.

Given: Ten persons – B, D, F, G, K, P, R, T, W, and Z were born in five different months of the same year viz.- January, April, August, September, and October. Each person was born on either the 9th or 12th of the month.

1. Z was born on an odd date of a month having exactly 30 days (April 9 or September 9).
2. The number of persons born before Z is the same as the number of persons born after R, who likes Guide.
3. B likes Rockstar and was born immediately after Z in the same month.
4. The one who likes Black was born exactly between B and R. P likes Black.

Here, there are two Cases, i.e. Case 1 and Case 2.

 

5. D was born immediately after P but not in the same month.
6. Only two persons were born between D and G. G likes 3-idiot.
7. F likes Bobby and was born immediately before G.4

Case 2 gets eliminated because September 9 is already occupied by Z, so we cannot place D.

 

8. Only three persons were born between the one who likes Anand and the one who likes Udaan. T likes Anand and was born before the one who likes Udaan. K likes Udaan.
9. W likes Barfi.
10. Z does not like Satya. (Therefore, Z must like Swades, leaving Satya for D). So, the final arrangement:

 

B is the only one born on an even date '12'; all others were born on the '9th' 

Hence, the correct answer is ‘B’.

Given: Ten persons – B, D, F, G, K, P, R, T, W, and Z were born in five different months of the same year viz.- January, April, August, September, and October. Each person was born on either the 9th or 12th of the month.

1. Z was born on an odd date of a month having exactly 30 days (April 9 or September 9).
2. The number of persons born before Z is the same as the number of persons born after R, who likes Guide.
3. B likes Rockstar and was born immediately after Z in the same month.
4. The one who likes Black was born exactly between B and R. P likes Black.

Here, there are two Cases, i.e. Case 1 and Case 2.

 

5. D was born immediately after P but not in the same month.
6. Only two persons were born between D and G. G likes 3-idiot.
7. F likes Bobby and was born immediately before G.4

Case 2 gets eliminated because September 9 is already occupied by Z, so we cannot place D.

 

8. Only three persons were born between the one who likes Anand and the one who likes Udaan. T likes Anand and was born before the one who likes Udaan. K likes Udaan.
9. W likes Barfi.
10. Z does not like Satya. (Therefore, Z must like Swades, leaving Satya for D). So, the final arrangement:

 

If T is related to Barfi and Z is related to Rockstar in a certain way, then D is related to Guide.

Hence, the correct answer is ‘Guide’.

Given word: SUNSHINE

The first, third, fifth, and seventh letters are changed to the next letter and the remaining letters are changed to the previous letter, according to the English alphabetical series.

 

New word formed after dropping repeated letters is: RIHD

The first letter from the left end is R and the second letter from the right end is H. The number of letters between H and R, according to the English alphabetical series is 9. 

Hence, the correct answer is nine.

1. Q is having marks just more than R but just less than that of S.

2. Q got 75 marks and third highest marks.

 

3. Student S gets lesser marks than T.

 

4. Student O is having fewer marks than that of R but has not got the lowest marks.

 

5. The one who gets the highest in the exam is 92.

Hence, P is the lowest marks score in the exam.

 

The one who scored the highest marks got 92.

So, Difference = 92 – 65 = 27

Therefore, one who scores highest marks is having 27 marks more than student P.

1. Q is having marks just more than R but just less than that of S.

2. Q got 75 marks and third highest marks.

 

3. Student S gets lesser marks than T.

 

4. Student O is having fewer marks than that of R but has not got the lowest marks.

 

5. The one who gets the highest in the exam is 92.

Hence, P is the lowest marks score in the exam.

 

Hence, O gets second lowest marks score in the exam.

1. Q is having marks just more than R but just less than that of S.

2. Q got 75 marks and third highest marks.

 

3. Student S gets lesser marks than T.

 

4. Student O is having fewer marks than that of R but has not got the lowest marks.

 

5. The one who gets the highest in the exam is 92.

Hence, P is the lowest marks score in the exam.

 

Hence, R score definitely less than 75.

1. Q sits second to the left of L, who sits second from the either ends of the row.

2. Only two persons are sitting between Q and O, who does not sit at the extreme ends of the row. O does not face north.

3. N sits second to the right of J, who sits at one of the extreme ends of the row.

4. N and J do not face the same direction.

5.  Immediate neighbours of N face opposite directions of each other.

6. M sits third to the right of K, who is not an immediate neighbour of O.

So, Case 1 (b) and 2 will be dropped.  Because we cannot place M anywhere in the arrangement.

 

7. The persons sitting at the extreme ends facing the same direction.

8. P faces the same direction as N. The immediate neighbours of P face the opposite directions.

So, case 2(b) will be dropped. Because neighbours of P faces the same direction.

So, the final arrangement:

Hence, L faces the same direction as P.

1. Q sits second to the left of L, who sits second from the either ends of the row.

2. Only two persons are sitting between Q and O, who does not sit at the extreme ends of the row. O does not face north.

3. N sits second to the right of J, who sits at one of the extreme ends of the row.

4. N and J do not face the same direction.

5.  Immediate neighbours of N face opposite directions of each other.

6. M sits third to the right of K, who is not an immediate neighbour of O.

So, Case 1 (b) and 2 will be dropped.  Because we cannot place M anywhere in the arrangement.

 

7. The persons sitting at the extreme ends facing the same direction.

8. P faces the same direction as N. The immediate neighbours of P face the opposite directions.

So, case 2(b) will be dropped. Because neighbours of P faces the same direction.

So, the final arrangement:

Hence, K is related to O. As, Q is second to the right of P and N is second to the right of J. Similarly, K is second to the right of O.

1. Q sits second to the left of L, who sits second from the either ends of the row.

2. Only two persons are sitting between Q and O, who does not sit at the extreme ends of the row. O does not face north.

3. N sits second to the right of J, who sits at one of the extreme ends of the row.

4. N and J do not face the same direction.

5.  Immediate neighbours of N face opposite directions of each other.

6. M sits third to the right of K, who is not an immediate neighbour of O.

So, Case 1 (b) and 2 will be dropped.  Because we cannot place M anywhere in the arrangement.

 

7. The persons sitting at the extreme ends facing the same direction.

8. P faces the same direction as N. The immediate neighbours of P face the opposite directions.

So, case 2(b) will be dropped. Because neighbours of P faces the same direction.

So, the final arrangement:

Hence, L does not belong to the group. Because, L is facing south direction and all other are facing north direction.

1. Q sits second to the left of L, who sits second from the either ends of the row.

2. Only two persons are sitting between Q and O, who does not sit at the extreme ends of the row. O does not face north.

3. N sits second to the right of J, who sits at one of the extreme ends of the row.

4. N and J do not face the same direction.

5.  Immediate neighbours of N face opposite directions of each other.

6. M sits third to the right of K, who is not an immediate neighbour of O.

So, Case 1 (b) and 2 will be dropped.  Because we cannot place M anywhere in the arrangement.

 

7. The persons sitting at the extreme ends facing the same direction.

8. P faces the same direction as N. The immediate neighbours of P face the opposite directions.

So, case 2(b) will be dropped. Because neighbours of P faces the same direction.

So, the final arrangement:

Hence, three persons are sitting between M and Q.

1. Q sits second to the left of L, who sits second from the either ends of the row.

2. Only two persons are sitting between Q and O, who does not sit at the extreme ends of the row. O does not face north.

3. N sits second to the right of J, who sits at one of the extreme ends of the row.

4. N and J do not face the same direction.

5.  Immediate neighbours of N face opposite directions of each other.

6. M sits third to the right of K, who is not an immediate neighbour of O.

So, Case 1 (b) and 2 will be dropped.  Because we cannot place M anywhere in the arrangement.

 

7. The persons sitting at the extreme ends facing the same direction.

8. P faces the same direction as N. The immediate neighbours of P face the opposite directions.

So, case 2(b) will be dropped. Because neighbours of P faces the same direction.

So, the final arrangement:

Hence, N sits third to the right of P.