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KVS PRT Official Paper (Held On 21 Feb 2023 Shift 2) (Previous Year Paper)

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Language Proficiency (20 questions)

1

Choose the word similar in meaning to the one given below : 

TENDER

  1. ((a))

    Idle

  2. ((b))

    Delicate

  3. ((c))

    Comic

  4. ((d))

    Pupil

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Answer: ((b))

Delicate

The correct answer is: Option 2.

Key Points

  • The word "tender" means something that is soft, delicate, or gentle in nature. (नरम, कोमल)
  • Example: The tender petals of the flower were easily damaged by the strong wind.
  • "Delicate" refers to something that is fragile, easily broken, or requiring careful handling. (नाजुक)
  • Example: She handled the delicate vase with great care to avoid breaking it.
  • Hence, we can infer that the meaning of 'tender' is 'delicate'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 2.

Additional Information

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

  • Idle (बेकार): Not active or in use; without purpose or effect.
  • Example: The machine has been idle for months due to the lack of raw materials.
  • Comic (हास्य): Relating to or characteristic of comedy.
  • Example: The comic performance had everyone in the audience laughing.
  • Pupil (छात्र): A student in school or a young person who is learning from a teacher.
  • Example: The pupil listened attentively to the teacher's instructions.
2

Choose the word opposite in meaning to the one given below :

WOEFUL

  1. ((a))

    Ware

  2. ((b))

    Valiant

  3. ((c))

    Cheerful

  4. ((d))

    Tedious

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Answer: ((c))

Cheerful

The correct answer is: Option 3.

Key Points

  • The word "woeful" means full of woe or sorrow; very sad or miserable. (दुखद)
  • Example: The woeful expression on her face told us that something terrible had happened.
  • "Cheerful" refers to being noticeably happy and optimistic; causing happiness. (खुशमिजाज)
  • Example: Despite the rainy weather, she remained cheerful throughout the day.
  • Hence, we can infer that the opposite of 'woeful' is 'cheerful'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Cheerful.

Additional Information

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

  • Ware (सावधान): Be cautious and alert to dangers.
  • Example: You must be ware of the risks involved in this investment.
  • Valiant (वीर ): Possessing or showing courage or determination.
  • Example: The valiant soldiers fought bravely in the battle.
  • Tedious (नीरस): Too long, slow, or dull; tiresome or monotonous.
  • Example: The tedious lecture made it difficult for the students to stay awake.
3

Identify the part of speech of the underlined word in the sentence given below.

Man is a unique animal.

  1. ((a))

    Noun

  2. ((b))

    Pronoun

  3. ((c))

    Adjective

  4. ((d))

    Adverb

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Answer: ((a))

Noun

The correct answer is Option 1.

 

Key Points

  • In the sentence, the word "animal" is used as a noun.
  • A noun is a word that functions as the name of some specific thing or set of things, such as living creatures, objects, places, actions, qualities, states of existence, or ideas.
  • In this case, "animal" refers to a living creature, making it a noun.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 1.

 

Additional Information

  • Noun: A part of speech that denotes a person, animal, place, thing, or idea (e.g., "animal" in the given sentence).
  • Pronoun: A word that takes the place of a noun (not applicable here).
  • Adjective: A word that describes a noun (e.g., "unique" describes "animal").
  • Adverb: A word that modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb (not applicable here).
4

Choose the option in which VOICE in the following sentence has been correctly changed.

Ram is feeding the dog.

  1. ((a))

    The dog is fed by Ram. 

  2. ((b))

    The dog has been fed by Ram. 

  3. ((c))

    The dog will be fed by Ram. 

  4. ((d))

    The dog is being fed by Ram. 

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Answer: ((d))

The dog is being fed by Ram. 

The correct answer is Option 4.

 

Key Points

  • The original sentence is in the present continuous tense: "Ram is feeding the dog."
  • When converting to passive voice, the structure should be "The dog is being fed by Ram."
  • This maintains the continuous aspect of the action while shifting the focus to the dog.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

5

Choose the option in which the following sentence has been correctly written in Indirect Narration.

Lalit said to Rama, “I shall give my book to you.”

  1. ((a))

    Lalit promised Rama that he will give his book to her. 

  2. ((b))

    Lalit told Rama that he would give his book to her. 

  3. ((c))

    Lalit said to Rama that he shall give her his book. 

  4. ((d))

    Lalit told Rama that I would give her his book. 

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Answer: ((b))

Lalit told Rama that he would give his book to her. 

The correct answer is Option 2.

 

Key Points

  • The sentence in direct speech is: Lalit said to Rama, “I shall give my book to you.”
  • When converting from direct to indirect speech, the pronoun "I" changes to "he" to match the subject Lalit.
  • The modal verb "shall" changes to "would" in indirect speech.
  • The correct indirect narration is: Lalit told Rama that he would give his book to her.
6

Choose the option in which the following jumbled words/phrases have been rearranged into a meaningful and grammatically correct sentence. 

(A) does

(B) what view

(C) of poverty

(D) the author

(E) express

  1. ((a))

    (C), (B), (D), (A), (E) 

  2. ((b))

    (D), (E), (A), (B), (C) 

  3. ((c))

    (A), (B), (D), (E), (C) 

  4. ((d))

    (B), (C), (A), (D), (E) 

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Answer: ((d))

(B), (C), (A), (D), (E) 

The correct option is: Option 4.

Key Points

  • The given jumbled words/phrases need to be arranged into a grammatically correct and meaningful sentence.
  • The phrase "what view" (B) forms the interrogative structure of the sentence.
  • The phrase "of poverty" (C) complements "what view" to specify the subject.
  • The verb "does" (A) is needed for grammatical correctness as the auxiliary verb in the question format.
  • The phrase "the author" (D) acts as the subject of the sentence.
  • The verb "express" (E) completes the sentence logically.

Thus, the correct sentence is: "What view of poverty does the author express?", which follows proper word order and structure in English grammar.

7

Identify the part of the sentence which has an error.

I hit (a) / the ball (b) / out of (c) /  ground (d)

  1. ((a))

    (a)

  2. ((b))

    (b)

  3. ((c))

    (c)

  4. ((d))

    (d)

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Answer: ((d))

(d)

The correct answer is Option 4.

 

Key Points

  • The primary issue in the sentence is the omission of the article "the" before the term "ground."
  • Singular countable nouns typically require an article ("the" in this case).
  • The correct phrase should be "out of the ground," ensuring grammatical correctness and clarity.
  • Thus, the error is located in part D of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is D.

 

Correct Sentence: "I hit the ball out of the ground."

 

Additional Information

  • A: "I hit" – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
  • B: "the ball" – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
  • C: "out of" – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
8

Fill in the blank in the sentence given below by choosing the correct option out of those that follow.

I speak _______ truth. I am not afraid of it.

  1. ((a))

    the

  2. ((b))

    some

  3. ((c))

    a

  4. ((d))

    an

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

the

The correct answer is Option 1.

 

Key Points

  • The definite article "the" is used to refer to something specific or known to the listener or reader.
  • In the sentence, "the truth" is a specific entity that the speaker is referring to.
  • Therefore, the correct phrase should be "the truth", ensuring grammatical correctness and clarity.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 1.

 

Correct Sentence: "I speak the truth. I am not afraid of it."

 

Additional Information

  • Option 2: "some truth" – This would imply an indefinite amount of truth, which is not the intended meaning in the sentence.
  • Option 3: "a truth" – This is incorrect because "truth" is generally used as an uncountable noun and does not take the indefinite article "a".
  • Option 4: "an truth" – This is grammatically incorrect as "an" is used before words that start with a vowel sound, and "truth" does not start with a vowel sound.
9

Fill in the blank in the sentence given below by choosing the correct option out of those that follow.

He can’t be dishonest. He is _______ board.

  1. ((a))

    on

  2. ((b))

    off

  3. ((c))

    above

  4. ((d))

    upon

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Answer: ((c))

above

The correct answer is Option 3.

 

Key Points

  • The phrase "above board" means being honest and straightforward.
  • It is often used to describe actions or behaviors that are transparent and ethical.
  • In the context of the sentence, it emphasizes that the person cannot be dishonest because they are transparent and ethical.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

 

Correct Sentence: "He can’t be dishonest. He is above board."

 

Additional Information

  • On board: This phrase generally means being part of a team or group. It does not fit the context of the sentence.
  • Off board: This phrase is not commonly used and is not relevant to the context.
  • Upon board: This phrase is not grammatically correct and does not fit the context.
10

Fill in the blank in the sentence given below by choosing the correct option out of those that follow.

Lalita took exception ________ an innocent remark.

  1. ((a))

    upon

  2. ((b))

    to

  3. ((c))

    at

  4. ((d))

    on

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

to

The correct answer is Option 2.

 

Key Points

  • The phrase "took exception" is commonly followed by the preposition "to".
  • Using "to" after "took exception" ensures grammatical accuracy and clarity.
  • Other prepositions such as "upon", "at", or "on" are not used with the phrase "took exception".

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

 

Correct Sentence: "Lalita took exception to an innocent remark."

 

Additional Information

  • Upon: Typically used to mean "on the occasion of" or "immediately after". It is not suitable in this context.
  • At: Usually used to indicate a location or a specific point in time. It does not fit the phrase "took exception".
  • On: Commonly used to indicate a surface or a day/date. It is not appropriate for this phrase.

निर्देशः नीचे दिए गए गद्यांश को पढ़कर उस पर आधारित प्रश्न का सर्वाधिक उचित विकल्प का चयन कीजिए।

यह कहीं ज्यादा अच्छा होगा कि लोग उच्च शिक्षा प्राप्त कर नौकरी के लिए दफ्तरों की खाक छानने की बजाय थोड़ी सी यांत्रिक शिक्षा प्राप्त करें। जिससे काम-धंधे से लगकर अपना पेट तो पाल सकेंगे। जो शिक्षा साधारण व्यक्ति को जीवन संग्राम में समर्थ नहीं बना सकती, सिंह के समान साहस नहीं ला सकती, वह भी कोई शिक्षा है?

11

जीवन यापन के लिए कैसी शिक्षा चाहिए? 

  1. ((a))

    उच्च शिक्षा 

  2. ((b))

    गुणवत्तापूर्ण शिक्षा 

  3. ((c))

    प्राथमिक शिक्षा 

  4. ((d))

    यांत्रिक शिक्षा 

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

यांत्रिक शिक्षा 

जीवन यापन के लिए यांत्रिक शिक्षा शिक्षा चाहिए।

Key Points

  • गद्यांश के अनुसार -
  • ​यह कहीं ज्यादा अच्छा होगा कि लोग उच्च शिक्षा प्राप्त कर नौकरी के लिए दफ्तरों की खाक छानने की बजाय थोड़ी सी यांत्रिक शिक्षा प्राप्त करें।
  • जिससे काम-धंधे से लगकर अपना पेट तो पाल सकेंगे।

Additional Informationअन्य विकल्प -

  • उच्च शिक्षा  - गद्यांश में उच्च शिक्षा का उल्लेख नौकरी प्राप्त में किया गया है।
  • गुणवत्तापूर्ण शिक्षा - गद्यांश में गुणवत्तापूर्ण शिक्षा उल्लेख कही भी नहीं किया गया है।
  • प्राथमिक शिक्षा - गद्यांश में प्राथमिक शिक्षा का उल्लेख कही भी नहीं किया गया है।
12

शिक्षा व्यक्ति में किन गुणों का विकास करने वाली होनी चाहिए ? 

  1. ((a))

    सामर्थ्य एवं साहस 

  2. ((b))

    साहस एवं धनी 

  3. ((c))

    निडरता एवं उत्साह

  4. ((d))

    उत्साह एवं धनी 

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Answer: ((a))

सामर्थ्य एवं साहस 

शिक्षा व्यक्ति में सामर्थ्य एवं साहस गुणों का विकास करने वाली होनी चाहिए। 

Key Points

  • गद्यांश के अनुसार -
  • जो शिक्षा साधारण व्यक्ति को जीवन संग्राम में समर्थ नहीं बना सकती, सिंह के समान साहस नहीं ला सकती, वह भी कोई शिक्षा है?

Additional Information

शब्दअर्थ
सामर्थ्ययोग्यता, शक्ति
साहसहिम्मत, निडरता, निर्भीकता।
धनीधनवाला, दौलतमंद।
उत्साहउमंग, उत्तेजना।
13

व्यक्ति से अपेक्षित है कि वह - 

  1. ((a))

    जीवन की चुनौतियों से पलायन कर जाए 

  2. ((b))

    जीवन की चुनौतियों का सामना कर सके 

  3. ((c))

    यांत्रिक शिक्षा प्राप्त कर क्लर्क बने 

  4. ((d))

    यांत्रिक शिक्षा प्राप्त कर विदेश जाए 

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

जीवन की चुनौतियों का सामना कर सके 

व्यक्ति से अपेक्षित है कि वह - जीवन की चुनौतियों का सामना कर सके 

Key Points

  • गद्यांश के अनुसार -
  • यह कहीं ज्यादा अच्छा होगा कि लोग उच्च शिक्षा प्राप्त कर नौकरी के लिए दफ्तरों की खाक छानने की बजाय थोड़ी सी यांत्रिक शिक्षा प्राप्त करें।
  • जिससे काम-धंधे से लगकर अपना पेट तो पाल सकेंगे। जो शिक्षा साधारण व्यक्ति को जीवन संग्राम में समर्थ नहीं बना सकती,
  • सिंह के समान साहस नहीं ला सकती, वह भी कोई शिक्षा है?  ​

Additional Informationअन्य विकल्प -

  • जीवन की चुनौतियों से पलायन कर जाए - गद्यांश में इनका का उल्लेख कही भी नहीं किया गया है।
  • यांत्रिक शिक्षा प्राप्त कर क्लर्क बने - गद्यांश में यांत्रिक शिक्षा का उल्लेख जीवनयापन के लिए किया गया है।
  • यांत्रिक शिक्षा प्राप्त कर विदेश जाए - गद्यांश में यांत्रिक शिक्षा का उल्लेख जीवनयापन के लिए किया गया है।
14

शिक्षा और _______ के बीच संबंध उद्घाटित हों रहें हैं। 

  1. ((a))

    यांत्रिक शिक्षा 

  2. ((b))

    उच्च शिक्षा 

  3. ((c))

    जीवन- संग्रामहीनता

  4. ((d))

    जीविकोपार्जन 

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

जीविकोपार्जन 

शिक्षा और जीविकोपार्जन के बीच संबंध उद्घाटित हों रहें हैं। 

Key Points

  • गद्यांश के अनुसार - 
  • जिससे काम-धंधे से लगकर अपना पेट तो पाल सकेंगे।
  • जो शिक्षा साधारण व्यक्ति को जीवन संग्राम में समर्थ नहीं बना सकती,
  • सिंह के समान साहस नहीं ला सकती, वह भी कोई शिक्षा है?

Additional Informationअन्य विकल्प -

  • यांत्रिक शिक्षा - गद्यांश में यांत्रिक शिक्षा का उल्लेख जीवनयापन के लिए किया गया है।
  • उच्च शिक्षा - गद्यांश में उच्च शिक्षा का उल्लेख नौकरी प्राप्त में किया गया है।
  • जीवन-संग्रामहीनता - गद्यांश में जीवन-संग्रामहीनता का उल्लेख कही भी नहीं किया गया है।
15

समूह से भिन्न शब्द है - 

  1. ((a))

    साधारण

  2. ((b))

    साहसी

  3. ((c))

    यांत्रिक

  4. ((d))

    सिंह

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

सिंह

समूह से भिन्न शब्द है - सिंह

Key Points

  • विशेषण शब्द - 'साधारण, साहसी, यांत्रिक' (विशेष्य शब्द - 'सिंह')
  • जो शब्द गुण, दोष, भाव, संख्या, परिणाम आदि से संबंधित विशेषता का बोध कराते हैं, उसे विशेषण कहते हैं।
  • जैसे- बड़ा, काला, लम्बा, दयालु, भारी, सुंदर, कायर, टेढ़ा-मेढ़ा, एक, दो, वीर पुरुष, गोरा, अच्छा, बुरा, मीठा, खट्टा आदि।
  • जैसे- मीना सुंदर है।

Important Points

विशेष्यविशेषण
यंत्रयांत्रिक
साहससाहसी
राष्ट्रराष्ट्रीय
जंगलजंगली
दयादयालु
नियमनियमित
पुराणपौराणिक
गुणगुणवान
मामाममेरा

Additional Information विशेष्य-

  • जिस संज्ञा और सर्वनाम की विशेषता बताई जाती है, उसे विशेष्य कहते हैं।
  • जैसे- मनोहर परिश्रमी लड़का है। यहाँ 'परिश्रमी' विशेषण हैं तथा 'मनोहर और लड़का' विशेष्य हैं।
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तत्सम शब्द है - 

  1. ((a))

    खेत

  2. ((b))

    ग्रंथि

  3. ((c))

    घी

  4. ((d))

    खीर

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

ग्रंथि

तत्सम शब्द है - ग्रंथि

Key Points

  • 'ग्रंथि' एक तत्सम शब्द है, जबकि इसका तद्भव शब्द 'गाँठ' होगा।
  • तत्सम - जिन शब्दों को संस्कृत से बिना किसी परिवर्तन के ले लिया जाता है, उन्हें तत्सम शब्द कहते हैं। 
  • जैसे- मूल्य, व्याघ्र, हरिद्रा, भिक्षा आदि।
  • तद्भव - जिन शब्दों में समय और परिस्थितियों के कारण कुछ परिवर्तन होने से जो शब्द बने हैं, उन्हें तद्भव कहते हैं। 
  • जैसे- मोल, बाघ, हल्दी, भीख आदि।​

अन्य विकल्प-

तत्समतद्भव
क्षेत्र​खेत
घृतघी
क्षीरखीर

Additional Information कुछ महत्वपूर्ण ​तत्सम और तद्भव शब्द -

तत्समतद्भव
शिखरचोटी
उद्यानबाग़
भिक्षुकभिखारी
तड़ागतालाब
चंद्रिकाचाँदनी
घोटकघोड़ा
कोकिलकोयल
अम्लिकाइमली
ग्रामीणगँवार
चतुष्पदचौपाया
17

'धर्म' का विलोम शब्द हैं - 

  1. ((a))

    अनिष्ट

  2. ((b))

    अधर्म

  3. ((c))

    अन्याय

  4. ((d))

    अधर्मी

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

अधर्म

'धर्म' का विलोम शब्द हैं - अधर्म

Key Points

  • 'धर्म' शब्द का विलोम शब्द 'अधर्म' होगा।
  • 'धर्म' का अर्थ - ईश्वरीय श्रद्धा व पूजा पाठ, ईश्वरीय उपासना, आराधना आदि।
  • 'अधर्म' का अर्थ - धर्म या शास्त्र के निर्देशों के विरुद्ध कार्य।
  • विलोम - जब कोई एक शब्द किसी दूसरे शब्द का उल्टा या विपरीत अर्थ व्यक्त करे, तो उसे विलोम शब्द कहा जाता है।

अन्य विकल्प-

शब्दविलोम
अनिष्टनिष्ट
अन्यायन्याय
अधर्मीधर्मी

Additional Information  कुछ अन्य महत्वपूर्ण विलोम शब्द -

शब्दविलोम
नवीनप्राचीन
दुर्लभसुलभ
निरक्षरसाक्षर
परकीयास्वकीया
बहुज्ञअल्पज्ञ
लक्ष्णाअभिधा
तिमिरप्रकाश
संकीर्णविकीर्ण
मितव्ययअपव्यय
18

यौगिक शब्द है - 

  1. ((a))

    घर

  2. ((b))

    मक्खी

  3. ((c))

    धर्मक्षेत्र

  4. ((d))

    धनी

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

धर्मक्षेत्र

यौगिक शब्द है - धर्मक्षेत्र

  • **यौगिक शब्द - '**धर्म + क्षेत्र = धर्मक्षेत्र'
  • रूढ़ शब्द - 'घर, मक्खी, धनी'

Key Points

  • दो अथवा दो से अधिक शब्दों के योग (मेल) से बनने वाले सार्थक शब्द, यौगिक शब्द कहलाते हैं।  
  • जैसे - देश + भक्ति = देशभक्ति, विद्या + आलय = विद्यालय आदि।

Important Pointsरचना के आधार पर शब्द के तीन भेद होते हैं -

  1. रूढ़
  2. यौगिक
  3. योगरूढ़

Additional Informationरूढ़ शब्द:-

  • वे शब्द जिनके खंड करने पर कोई अर्थ न निकलता हो तथा जो पूर्ण रूप से स्वतंत्र होते हैं, रूढ़ शब्द कहलाते हैं।
  • जैसे- कल, कपड़ा, आदमी, घास, पुस्तक, घोड़ा आदि।

योगरूढ़ शब्द:-

  • वे शब्द, जो यौगिक तो हैं, किन्तु सामान्य अर्थ को न प्रकट कर किसी विशेष अर्थ को प्रकट करते हैं, योगरूढ़ कहलाते हैं।
  • जैसे- लम्बोदर, दशानन, पीतांबर, नीलकंठ, पंकज, चतुर्भुज आदि। दशानन (दश + आनन अर्थात दस मुखों वाला) = रावण
19

'किनारा' का पर्यायवाची शब्द नहीं है : 

  1. ((a))

    तट

  2. ((b))

    मुहाना

  3. ((c))

    तीर

  4. ((d))

    कर

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

कर

'किनारा' का पर्यायवाची शब्द नहीं है : कर

Key Points

  • 'किनारा' के सभी पर्यायवाची शब्द- तट, कूल, मुहाना, तीर, कगार, पुलिन।
  • 'हाथ' के सभी पर्यायवाची शब्द - कर, हस्त, बाहु, पंजा, बाँह, पाणि, भुज।
  • पर्यायवाची - जो शब्द समान अर्थ के कारण किसी दूसरे शब्द की जगह ले लेते हैं, उन्हें पर्यायवाची शब्द कहते हैं।

Additional Informationकुछ अन्य महत्वपूर्ण पर्यायवाची शब्द:-

शब्दपर्यायवाची शब्द
तालाबसरोवर, जलाशय, पोखरा, ताल, तलैया, पुष्कर।
साँपसर्प, नाग, विषधर, व्याल, भुजंग, उरग, अहि पन्नग।
आकाशव्योम, शून्य, गगन, अम्बर, आसमान, अंतरिक्ष, नभ।
पानीजल, वारि, नीर, तोय, सलिल, अंबु, सर।
पहाड़गिरि, मेरु, शैल, महीधर, धराधर, भूधर।
पवनहवा, वायु, वात, तान, अनिल, बयार, मारुत, समीर।
अश्वघोड़ा, हय, तुरंग, वाजी, घोटक, सैंधव।
समुद्रसागर, पयोधि, उदधि, पारावार, नदीश, जलधि, वारिधि।
20

'भोजनालय' का संधि-विच्छेद है

  1. ((a))

    भोजन + आलय

  2. ((b))

    भोजन + लय

  3. ((c))

    भोजना + लय

  4. ((d))

    भोजना + आलय

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

भोजन + आलय

'भोजनालय' का संधि-विच्छेद है - भोजन + आलय

Key Points

  • 'भोजनालय' का संधि विच्छेद - भोजन + आलय (अ + आ = आ )
  • 'भोजनालय' में दीर्घ संधि है।
  • 'भोजनालय' का अर्थ - तैयार भोजन खरीदने और खाने की जगह।

Additional Informationदीर्घ संधि-

  • जब दो शब्दों की संधि करते समय (अ, आ) के साथ (अ, आ) हो तो 'आ' बनता है,
  • जब (इ, ई) के साथ (इ, ई) हो तो ‘ई' बनता है, जब (उ, ऊ) के साथ (उ, ऊ) हो तो ‘ऊ' बनता है।

उदाहरण-

  • हिम + आलय = हिमालय (अ + आ = आ)
  • नदी + ईश = नदीश (ई + ई = ई)
  • भानु + उदय = भानूदय (उ + उ = ऊ)

GK, Reasoning & Computers (20 questions)

21

Which of the following Fundamental Rights is guaranteed only to the citizens of India by the constitution?

  1. ((a))

    Equality before Law 

  2. ((b))

    Freedom of speech and Expression 

  3. ((c))

    Life and Personal Liberties 

  4. ((d))

    Protection from being compelled to be a witness against oneself 

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

Freedom of speech and Expression 

The correct answer is - Freedom of Speech and Expression

Key Points

  • Freedom of Speech and Expression
  • Guaranteed under Article 19(1)(a) of the Indian Constitution.
  • Specifically available only to Indian citizens, unlike rights such as Right to Life which are available to everyone within India.
  • Includes the right to express opinions, write, publish, and communicate freely, subject to reasonable restrictions in public interest.

Additional Information

  • Equality Before Law
  • Guaranteed under Article 14.
  • Available to all persons within the territory of India, not just citizens.
  • Right to Life and Personal Liberty
  • Protected under Article 21.
  • Applies to every person in India, citizens and non-citizens alike.
  • Protection from Being Compelled to Be a Witness Against Oneself
  • Guaranteed under Article 20(3).
  • Available to any person accused of an offence, not limited to citizens.
  • Citizen-Specific Rights
  • Part of Article 19(1) rights which include freedom of speech, assembly, association, movement, residence, and profession.
  • Non-citizens do not enjoy these rights; they are exclusively for Indian citizens.
22

The Ancient city of Harappa was built on the bank of which river? 

  1. ((a))

    Ravi

  2. ((b))

    Satluj

  3. ((c))

    Kosi

  4. ((d))

    Meera

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Ravi

The correct answer is Ravi.

Key Points

  • Harappa, one of the major cities of the ancient Indus Valley Civilization, was built on the bank of the Ravi River.
  • The ruins of Harappa are located in present-day Pakistan, near the city of Sahiwal in Punjab province.
  • The Indus Valley Civilization, which thrived from around 2600 BCE to 1900 BCE, developed along the banks of the Indus River and its tributaries, including the Ravi River.
  • Harappa, along with Mohenjo-daro, is considered one of the most important archaeological sites of this ancient civilization.

Important Points

Harappa- It was the first Indus site to be discovered by Daya Ram Sahni. - It is located on the banks of River Ravi. Hence Pair is correctly matched. - There are two rows of six granaries, these were the nearest buildings to the river. - Barracks in the form of rows of single-roomed habitations which housed laborers are seen. - The largest number of wheat grains are seen from Harappa. - The Red Sandstone torso of the male is seen. - Two types of burial practices were observed.
Mohenjodaro- It is the second Indus Site to be discovered by R.D. Banerjee. - It is located on the banks of ; River Indus in Sind. - Great Granary- the largest building. - Multi-pillared assembly and a big rectangular building. - Pasupati Seal is from Mohenjodaro. - Bronze Image of a dancing girl with right hand on her hip. - The steatite Image of a bearded man is from Mohenjodaro. - Mohenjodaro literally means- Mound of the dead.
Kalibangan- It literally means Black Bangles. - It was excavated by B.B. Lal and K. Ghosh. - It is situated on the banks of the Ghaggar River in Rajasthan. - It has both Proto-Harappan and Harappan culture. - Mud bricks were used in the largest number in Kalibangan. - Evidence of Mixed cropping is observed here.
Lothal- It was excavated by S.R. Rao. - It is located on the banks of; river Bhagava in Gujarat. Hence pair 4 is incorrectly matched. - It is the only Indus site with an artificial dockyard. - Evidence of double burials is observed here. - It is known as the Manchester of Harappan Civilisation for its cotton trade. - Copper Furnaces have been installed.
23

Which of the following statements correct about the National Food Security Act enacted in 2013 to provide food security to households in India?  

  1. ((a))

    75% of the rural population and 50% of the urban population have been categorized as eligible households for food security. 

  2. ((b))

    50% of the rural population and 50% of the urban population have been categorized as eligible households for food security. 

  3. ((c))

    50% of the rural population and 75% of the urban population have been categorized as eligible households for food security. 

  4. ((d))

    Urban and rural distinction is not an eligibility criteria under the Act. 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

75% of the rural population and 50% of the urban population have been categorized as eligible households for food security. 

The correct answer is ​75% of the rural population and 50% of the urban population have been categorized as eligible households for food security. 

Key Points

  • The National Food Security Act, 2013, passed by the Parliament, was notified on 10th September 2013 by the Government.
  • Its objective is to provide food and nutritional security in the human life-cycle approach by providing an adequate quantity of good quality food grains at affordable prices to the people to lead a dignified life.
  • The Act provides for coverage of 75% of the rural population and 50% of the urban population to receive subsidized food grains under the Targeted Public Distribution System (TPDS).
  • It covers about two-thirds of the population.
  • The eligible person is entitled to receive 5 kg of food grains per person per month at subsidized prices of Rs.3, 2, and 1 per kg of rice, wheat, and coarse cereals respectively.

Important Points 

National Food Security Act, 2013 | India

24

Which of the following plants does not produce its offspring through asexual reproduction? 

  1. ((a))

    Sugarcane 

  2. ((b))

    Potato 

  3. ((c))

    Banana

  4. ((d))

    Rose 

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

Rose 

The correct answer is Rose.

Key Points

  • Roses are beautiful flowering plants known for their fragrant blossoms and thorny stems.
  • They come in a variety of colors and are popular in gardens and floral arrangements. Roses reproduce through sexual reproduction, involving pollination and seed formation, as well as asexual methods such as cuttings and grafting.

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Important Points

Sugarcane

  • Sugarcane is a tall perennial grass widely cultivated for its sweet juice, which is used to produce sugar.
  • It reproduces asexually through vegetative propagation. Sugarcane stems, known as cane, are cut into sections and planted to generate new plants.
  • This method ensures that the genetic traits of the parent plant are retained in the offspring, allowing for consistent sugar production.

Potato 

  • Potatoes are starchy tuberous vegetables that reproduce asexually through a vegetative method known as tuber propagation.
  • Potatoes produce underground structures called tubers, which are enlarged parts of the stem that store nutrients for the plant.

Mango  

  • Mango trees reproduce through sexual reproduction.
  • They produce flowers that contain both male and female reproductive organs.
  • These flowers rely on insects or wind for pollination. After successful pollination, the fertilized flowers develop into fruit, each containing a seed.
  • When the ripe fruit falls to the ground, the seed can potentially germinate and grow into a new mango tree.
25

What is the waste chemical excreted by aquatic animals like fish? 

  1. ((a))

    Ammonia 

  2. ((b))

    Urea 

  3. ((c))

    Uric Acid

  4. ((d))

    Creatinie

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Ammonia 

The correct answer is Ammonia .

Key Points

  • Aquatic animals like fish excrete waste chemicals in the form of ammonia.
  • Ammonia is a toxic compound that is produced as a byproduct of protein metabolism in the body of fish and other aquatic organisms.
  • It is primarily excreted through the gills into the surrounding water.
  • Ammonia is highly soluble in water and can be harmful to aquatic life if its concentration in the water becomes too high. Some aquatic animals have adaptations to convert ammonia into less toxic forms, such as urea or uric acid, before excretion.

Important Points

  • Urea is a nitrogenous compound that is a byproduct of protein metabolism in the body of fish and other organisms.
  • It is primarily excreted by the kidneys and expelled from the body through urine.
  • Urea is less toxic than ammonia and allows for more efficient conservation of water in aquatic environments.
  • Uric acid is the waste chemical excreted by aquatic animals like fish.
  • Uric acid is a nitrogenous waste product that is formed from the breakdown of purines, which are components of nucleic acids.
  • Unlike ammonia or urea, uric acid is relatively insoluble in water.
26

Assertion (A) : The temperature of every person may not be the same.

Reason (R) : The normal temperature is the average body temperature of a large number of healthy persons.

Select the correct option from the given alternatives.

  1. ((a))

    Both (A) and (R) are true, and (R) explains (A). 

  2. ((b))

    Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) does not explain (A) 

  3. ((c))

    (A) is true and (R) is false 

  4. ((d))

    (A) is false and (R) is true 

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) does not explain (A) 

The correct answer is Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) does not explain (A).

Key Points

  • Statement (A) is true that the temperature of every person may not be the same.
  • It is a well-known fact that individuals can have variations in their body temperature.
  • The statement (R) is also true that the normal temperature is the average body temperature of a large number of healthy persons.
  • The normal body temperature is typically considered to be around 98.6°F (37°C), but it can vary slightly from person to person.

Important Points

  • However, (R) does not fully explain why the temperature of every person may not be the same. While the average body temperature is determined by considering a large number of healthy individuals, there can still be variations among individuals due to factors such as age, activity level, health conditions, and individual physiological differences.
  • Therefore, option 2 is the correct choice.
27

Where was the Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) 2022 World Cup held? 

  1. ((a))

    Argentina

  2. ((b))

    Spain

  3. ((c))

    Qatar

  4. ((d))

    Brazil

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

Qatar

The correct answer is Qatar.

Key Points

  • The FIFA world cup started in 1930 and is held every four years except in 1942 and 1946 when it was not held due to the Second World War.
  • The 2022 FIFA World Cup is the 22nd edition of the FIFA World Cup and is scheduled to be held in Qatar.
  • With the end of every FIFA World Cup, the host of the coming year is announced.
  • 32 teams will participate in this tournament.
  • These 32 teams are divided into 8 groups of 4–4 teams.
  • After qualifying in this stage, 16 teams will reach the knockout stage.
  • In 2018, it was held in Russia.
  • Argentina won FIFA World Cup 2022. Argentina defeated France 4-2 on penalties to win FIFA World Cup 2022 title.

Important Points

  • About FIFA:
  • Full Name: Federation Internationale de Football Association.
  • Founded: 21 May 1904, Rue Saint-Honore, Paris, France.
  • Headquarters: Zurich, Switzerland.
28

Which of the following statements is not correct about the Saraswati Samman award? 

  1. ((a))

    It is given annually to an outsanding literary work published during the past ten years by an Indian citizen.  

  2. ((b))

    It carries a cash prize of 15 lakhs, a citation and a plaque. 

  3. ((c))

    Awarded Literary work must be published in Hindi language only. 

  4. ((d))

    Ramdarash Mishra was awarded the 31st Saraswati Samman award for the year 2021.

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

Awarded Literary work must be published in Hindi language only. 

The correct answer is Awarded Literary work must be published in Hindi language only. 

Key Points

  • Saraswati Samman is a prestigious literary award in India, which is awarded annually to an outstanding literary work written in any Indian language and published during the last 10 years.
  • It is named after the Hindu goddess of learning, Saraswati.
  • The Saraswati Samman was first instituted in 1991 by the K.K.
  • Birla Foundation is a philanthropic organization based in India.
  • The award carries a cash prize of Rs. 15 lakhs and a citation.
  • The award is considered one of the most prestigious literary awards in India and is highly coveted by Indian writers.
29

Who won the award for best actor (Male) in the 53rd International Film Festival of India (IFFI), 2022 held in Goa?

  1. ((a))

    Lav Diaz 

  2. ((b))

    Anupam Kher 

  3. ((c))

    Chiranjeevi 

  4. ((d))

    Vahid Motashevi 

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

Vahid Motashevi 

The correct answer is Vahid Motashevi.

Key Points

  • The 53rd International Film Festival of India (IFFI):
  • It was held in Goa.
  • It was first held in 1952.
  • The winner's list:
  • Best Film- I Have Electric Dreams
  • Best Actor (Female)- Daniela Marin Navarro, for I Have Electric Dreams
  • Best Actor (Male)- Vahid Mobasheri, for No End
  • Best Director – Nader Saeivar, for No End
  • Best Debut Feature Film Of A Director – Asimina Proedrou, for Behind the Haystacks
  • Special Jury Award – Lav Diaz, for When The Waves Are Gone
  • Special Mention To A Debut Feature Film Of A Director – Praveen Kandregula, for Cinema Bandi
  • ICFT UNESCO Gandhi Medal – Payam Eskandar, for Nargesi
  • Indian Film Personality of the Year – Chiranjeevi.

Important Points 

IFFI on Instagram: “Lookback at #IFFI53! Vahid Mobasheri won the award for Best Actor Male for the movie 'No End'. #AmritMahotsav”

30

When was "National Milk Day’ celebrated in India? 

  1. ((a))

    1 November 2022 

  2. ((b))

    15 November 2022 

  3. ((c))

    20 November 2022 

  4. ((d))

    26 November 2022 

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

26 November 2022 

The correct answer is 26 November 2022.

Key Points

  • "National Milk Day" is celebrated in India on November 26th every year.
  • This day commemorates the birth anniversary of Dr. Verghese Kurien, who is also known as the "Father of the White Revolution" in India.
  • Dr. Kurien was instrumental in transforming India's dairy industry and played a pivotal role in establishing Amul, the largest cooperative dairy organization in the country.

Additional Information Important day in November

  • World Vegan Day (November 1): This day promotes the benefits of a vegan lifestyle and raises awareness about animal rights and the environmental impact of animal agriculture.
  • Diwali (varies, usually in November): Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is one of the most significant Hindu festivals. It symbolizes the victory of light over darkness and good over evil.
  • World Diabetes Day (November 14): This day is observed to raise awareness about diabetes, its prevention, and management.
  • It aims to promote better healthcare and access to education for individuals with diabetes.
  • Children's Day (November 14): Celebrated in many countries, including India, Children's Day honors and promotes the well-being, rights, and happiness of children.
  • Universal Children's Day (November 20): This day, recognized by the United Nations, aims to promote international togetherness, awareness, and the improvement of children's welfare around the world.
31

If the digits in the number 7 9 8 2 0 5 3 4 6 1 are arranged in the descending order from left, then which digit(s) will remain at the same position ? 

  1. ((a))

    3

  2. ((b))

    1

  3. ((c))

    8

  4. ((d))

    5

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

3

Given number: '7 9 8 2 0 5 3 4 6 1'

After arranging in descending order:

After arranging in descending order, Only digit '3' is remain unchanged.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

32

Manju and Teena start from their office and walk in opposite direction, each travelling 12 metre. Both turn to their left and walk 20 metre. Manju turns to right and walks 16 metre and then again turns to right and walks 40 metre to reach her house. Teena turns to left and walks 30 metre to reach her house. What is the distance between their houses ?  

  1. ((a))

    40 metre

  2. ((b))

    30 metre

  3. ((c))

    20 metre

  4. ((d))

    10 metre

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Answer: ((d))

10 metre

Given: 

Manju and Teena start from their office.

Walk in opposite direction, each travelling 12 metre.

Both turn to their left and walk 20 metre.

Manju turns to right and walks 16 metre and then again turns to right and walks 40 metre to reach her house.

Teena turns to left and walks 30 metre to reach her house.

So, Distance between their houses is 10m.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

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Eight persons are sitting in two parallel rows containing four persons each in such a way that there is an equal distance between adjacent persons. In row 1, P, Q, R and S are sitting and all of them are facing north. In row 2, A, B, C and D are sitting and all of them are facing south. S sits second to the right of Q . A faces the immediate neighbour of S. There is only one person between A and C. P does not face A. B is not an immediate neighbour of A.

Who is facing D ?

  1. ((a))

    S

  2. ((b))

    R

  3. ((c))

    Q

  4. ((d))

    P

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Answer: ((a))

S

Given:

In Row 1 – P, Q, R and S are seated and all of them are facing the North.

In Row 2 – A, B, C and D are seated and all of them are facing the South.

S sits second to the right of Q

A faces the immediate neighbour of S

There is only one person between A and C

 

Case I:

Case I a:

Case II:

P does not face A 

B is not an immediate neighbour of A.

So Case II and Case I a. gets eliminated,

Case I:

So, S is facing D

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1"

34

Given below is a question followed by two statements numbered (I) and (II) each containing some information. Decide which of the statement (s) is/are sufficient to answer the question.

Questions: Who among Suman, Nitin, Tanu, Mohan and Amit is the last to enter the class ?

(I) Suman comes before Mohan and Nitin but not before Amit.

(II) Tanu is not the first to enter the class.

  1. ((a))

    The statement (I) alone is sufficient to answer the question while the statement (II) alone is not sufficient. 

  2. ((b))

    The statement (II) alone is sufficient to answer the question while the statement (I) alone is not sufficient. 

  3. ((c))

    Both the statements (I) and (II) together are not sufficient to answer the question. 

  4. ((d))

    Either the statement (I) or (II) alone are sufficient to answer the question. 

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Answer: ((c))

Both the statements (I) and (II) together are not sufficient to answer the question. 

According to questions:

Among Suman, Nitin, Tanu, Mohan and Amit who enter last in the class.

I.  Suman comes before Mohan and Nitin but not before Amit

       [Room]--   Amit <-- Suman <-- Mohan <-- Nitin       

       [Room]--   Amit <-- Suman <-- Nitin <-- Mohan

⇒ There are 2 possible cases as there is no definite position for who enter last.

So, this statement I alone is not sufficient to answer who entered last.

II. Tanu is not the first to enter the class

       [Room]--   Amit <-- Suman <-- Tanu <-- Mohan <-- Nitin  

       [Room]--   Amit <-- Tanu <--Suman <-- Nitin <-- Mohan

       [Room]--   Amit <-- Suman <-- Mohan <-- Nitin <-- Tanu   

       [Room]--   Amit <-- Suman <-- Nitin <-- Mohan <-- Tanu

⇒ There are many possible cases as there is no definite position for who enter last. So, this statement II alone is not sufficient to answer who entered last. 

On combining both the statement 1 and 2 :

⇒ We will get the same result as in statement II if we combine both the statement.

Thus, Both the statements (I) and (II) together are not sufficient to answer the question. 

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

35

Select the option which best illustrates the three given classes.

Disciplined, Children, Intelligent.

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

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Answer: ((b))

The logic followed here is:

→ Some Disciplined can be Children and Intelligent

→ Some Children can be disciplined and Intelligent

→ Some Intelligent can be Children and Disciplined 

The Venn diagram representing the relation between Disciplined, Children, and Intelligent is shown below.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

36

To apply the same formatting such as color, font style and size to multiple pieces text or graphics in MS-Word, we can use : 

  1. ((a))

    Copying and Pasting 

  2. ((b))

    Format Painter 

  3. ((c))

    Paintbrush Format 

  4. ((d))

    Format Copier 

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

Format Painter 

The correct answer is Format Painter.

Key Points

  • Format Painter is used to copy formatting from one part of a document to another.
  • It allows you to apply the same formatting such as color, font style, and size to multiple pieces of text or graphics.
  • This tool is especially useful for maintaining a consistent look and feel throughout your document.
  • It can be found in the Clipboard group on the Home tab in MS-Word.

Additional Information

  • To use the Format Painter:
  • Select the text or graphic with the formatting you want to copy.
  • Click the Format Painter button.
  • Highlight or click the text or graphic you want to apply the formatting to.
  • The Format Painter can be used multiple times by double-clicking the Format Painter button, allowing you to apply the formatting in different areas without having to reselect the original formatted text.
37

Which of the following is not a function of an Operating System ? 

  1. ((a))

    Process Management 

  2. ((b))

    Memory Management 

  3. ((c))

    File Management  

  4. ((d))

    Input Data 

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Answer: ((d))

Input Data 

The correct answer is Input Data.

Key Points

  • Input Data is not a function of an Operating System.
  • An operating system is responsible for managing hardware resources and providing services to applications.
  • These functions include Process Management, Memory Management, and File Management.
  • The main functions of an operating system are to manage the computer's resources, such as the central processing unit, memory, disk drives, and printers.
  • Input Data refers to the data that is sent to the computer for processing, which is not managed by the operating system directly.

Additional Information

  • Process Management involves managing the processes in a system, including the execution, creation, and termination of processes.
  • Memory Management is the function that handles or manages the primary memory and moves processes back and forth between main memory and disk during execution.
  • File Management is the function of managing files on a computer, including the creation, deletion, and access of files.
38

Main memory of a computer system is :  

  1. ((a))

    Volatile 

  2. ((b))

    Non-volatile 

  3. ((c))

    Restricted 

  4. ((d))

    Non-restricted 

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Answer: ((a))

Volatile 

The correct answer is Volatile.

Key Points

  • Main memory of a computer system is volatile.
  • Volatile memory is a type of computer memory that requires power to maintain the stored information.
  • When the power is turned off, the data stored in volatile memory is lost.
  • Examples of volatile memory include RAM (Random Access Memory) and cache memory.
  • Volatile memory is used for temporary storage while the computer is running.

Additional Information

  • Non-volatile memory, on the other hand, retains the stored information even when the power is turned off.
  • Examples of non-volatile memory include ROM (Read-Only Memory), flash memory, and hard drives.
  • ​Memory in computing refers to the components that store data and instructions needed for processing.
  • Memory is critical for a computer's functionality, providing the space for the CPU to perform operations.
  • Efficient memory management is crucial for the performance and speed of a computer system.
39

Which of the following is an example of an output device ? 

  1. ((a))

    Plotter 

  2. ((b))

    Scanner 

  3. ((c))

    Microphone 

  4. ((d))

    Sensors 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Plotter 

The correct answer is Plotter.

Key Points

  • Plotter is an output device.
  • An output device is any piece of computer hardware equipment that converts information into human-readable form. 
  • It can be text, graphics, tactile, audio, and video.
  • Some of the output devices are Visual Display Units i.e. a Monitor, Printer graphic Output devices, Plotters, Speakers.
  • An output device is any hardware device used to send data from a computer to another device or user.

Additional Information

  • An input device is a piece of equipment used to provide data and control signals to an information processing system such as a computer or information appliance.
  • Examples of input devices include keyboards, mouse, scanners, cameras, joysticks, Bar Code Reader, and microphones.
  • ​Memory refers to the processes that are used to acquire, store, retain, and later retrieve information.
  • In computing, memory is a device or system that is used to store information for immediate use in a computer or related computer hardware and digital electronic devices.
  • The term memory is often synonymous with the term primary storage or main memory.
  • An archaic synonym for memory is store.
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Which of the following is the default (image) file format of MS-Paint ?  

  1. ((a))

    .png

  2. ((b))

    .mpg

  3. ((c))

    .bmp

  4. ((d))

    .gif

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

.png

The correct answer is 1).png.

Key Points

  • MS-Paint by default saves images in .png format.
  • .png (Portable Network Graphics) is a raster graphics file format that supports lossless data compression.
  • It was created as an improved, non-patented replacement for Graphics Interchange Format (GIF).
  • Other formats supported by MS-Paint include .bmp, .jpeg, .jpg, .gif, and .tiff.
  • The default format ensures that images retain high quality without compression loss.

Additional Information

  • .bmp (Bitmap) is a raster graphics image file format used to store bitmap digital images.
  • .gif (Graphics Interchange Format) is a bitmap image format that supports up to 8 bits per pixel for each image.
  • .jpeg and .jpg are commonly used methods of lossy compression for digital images.

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