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The correct answer is Jain.

Key Points

• According to the Census 2011 of India, the Jain community recorded the highest literacy rate among all the religious communities.
• The overall literacy rate for the Jain community was 94.88%, which is significantly higher than the national average.
• Among Jains, both males and females had high literacy rates, with males at 97.4% and females at 92.1%.
• The Jain community has always placed a strong emphasis on education and learning, contributing to their high literacy rates.

Additional Information

• Census 2011 of India
• The Census 2011 was the 15^th National Census of India conducted by the Office of the Registrar General and Census Commissioner, India under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.
• It was conducted in two phases: the house listing and housing census phase and the population enumeration phase.
• The Census provides comprehensive data on various demographic parameters such as population size, distribution, socio-economic conditions, literacy rates, and religious affiliations.
• The data collected helps in formulating policies, planning, and implementing various programs at the central and state levels.
• Literacy Rate
• Literacy rate is defined as the percentage of people aged seven years and above who can read and write with understanding in any language.
• It is a crucial indicator of the educational status of a population and is used to measure the success of educational policies and programs.
• Higher literacy rates are generally associated with better socio-economic development, improved health outcomes, and increased opportunities for individuals.
• Religious Communities in India
• India is a diverse country with a multitude of religious communities including Hindus, Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains, and others.
• Each religious community has its own unique cultural, social, and educational practices and traditions.
• The Constitution of India ensures freedom of religion and provides for the protection and promotion of the rights of all religious communities.

'ऐसी - तैसी करना' मुहावरे के अर्थ को सर्वश्रेष्ठ रूप से व्यक्त करता है - बुरी दुर्दशा करना

Key Points

• 'ऐसी - तैसी करना' का अर्थ - बुरी दुर्दशा करना, वाक्य प्रयोग - ​दोबारा मेरे सामने बदतमीजी की तो तुम्हारी "ऐसी की तैसी कर दूंगा"।
• मुहावरा - ऐसे वाक्यांश, जो सामान्य अर्थ का बोध न कराकर किसी विलक्षण अर्थ को प्रकट करते है, उसे मुहावरा कहते है।
• उदाहरण के लिए - 'अंगारे बरसना' का अर्थ - कड़ी धूप होना, वाक्य प्रयोग - आज बाहर जाकर देखा तो पता चला की "अंगारे बरस रहे है"।

Important Points 

Additional Information 

Here the correct answer is Disordered.

Key Points

• The most appropriate synonym of the word "turbulent" is option 4) Disordered.
• The word "turbulent" refers to a state of unrest or disorder. It is often used to describe situations or conditions that are characterized by chaos, instability, or upheaval.
• For example, a turbulent ocean has large waves and strong currents that can make it difficult to navigate. Similarly, a turbulent period in history might be marked by political unrest, social upheaval, and economic instability.
• The term "disordered" refers to something that is lacking order or arrangement, or is chaotic or confused. It implies a state of disruption or disturbance, where things are not functioning as they should.
• For example, a disordered room might have items scattered everywhere with no clear organization, making it difficult to find anything.
• Thus, the correct answer is Option 4.

Additional Information

• Option 1) Patterned is not a synonym of turbulent because it means something that has a repeated or regular pattern.
• For example, a patterned carpet has a repeating design that is regular and predictable.
• Option 2) Capitalised means to take the chance to gain advantage from.
• For example, Do they have what it takes to capitalise on this emerging opportunity?
• Option 3) Restricted is not a synonym of turbulent because it means something that is limited or constrained.
• For example, a restricted area is a place where access is limited or controlled, such as a military base or a private property.
• Therefore, option 4) Disordered is the most appropriate synonym of the word "turbulent," as it implies a state of chaos or disorder, similar to the meaning of "turbulent."

Shortcut Trick

Profit Ratio A : B = 2 : 1

Capital Ratio A : B = 3200 : 2800 = 8 : 7

Time Ratio = (Profit / Capital) Ratio = (2/8) : (1/7)

Time Ratio = (1/4) : (1/7) = 7 : 4

∴ The correct answer is 7 : 4.

Alternate Method

Given:

Profit of A (P_A) = 2 × Profit of B (P_B)

Investment of A (C_A) = ₹3200

Investment of B (C_B) = ₹2800

Formula Used:

Profit Ratio = (Capital_A × Time_A) : (Capital_B × Time_B)

Partner A Cap: ₹3200 Time: T_A Profit: 2 Units

Partner B Cap: ₹2800 Time: T_B Profit: 1 Unit

Ratio of Time (T_A : T_B) = ?

Calculations:

⇒ P_A / P_B = (C_A × T_A) / (C_B × T_B)

⇒ 2 / 1 = (3200 × T_A) / (2800 × T_B)

⇒ 2 / 1 = (8 × T_A) / (7 × T_B)

⇒ 2 × 7 = 8 × (T_A / T_B)

⇒ 14 = 8 × (T_A / T_B)

⇒ T_A / T_B = 14 / 8

⇒ T_A / T_B = 7 / 4

∴ The correct answer is 7 : 4.

Additional Information

Partnership Profit Distribution

In a partnership, the profit is shared among the partners in the ratio of the product of their investments and the time period for which they invested. Profit = Capital × Time.

Ratio of Investment and Time

If the profit ratio and investment ratio are known, the time ratio can be calculated as T₁ : T₂ = (P₁ / C₁) : (P₂ / C₂).

Simple vs Compound Partnership

A simple partnership involves investment for the same duration, while a compound partnership involves different capitals for different time periods.

The correct answer is ​Moon's lower gravitational force.

Key Points

• Weight refers to the force exerted on a body by gravity while Mass refers to the amount of matter in a substance.
• The Earth's Moon has considerably less mass than the Earth itself.
• Not only is the Moon smaller than the Earth, but it is only about 60 per cent as dense as Earth.
• Thus, the gravitational attraction on the Moon is only one-sixth that of the Earth. Hence option 3 is the correct answer.
• As the force gravity exerts on a person determines the weight of a person.
• A person's weight is generally one-sixth of their weight on Earth.
• One thing to note here is that it is only the value of weight that changes from Earth to the moon, while the mass remains the same.

The correct answer is 34 km.

Key Points

• On 16^th April 1853, the first passenger train ran between Bori Bunder (Bombay) and Thane.
• The first railway steamed off in India from Mumbai to Thane in 1853 covering a total distance of 34 km.
• It was operated by three locomotives, named Sahib, Sultan, and Sindh, and had thirteen carriages.

Additional Information

• The project was undertaken by Great Indian Peninsula (GIP) Railway company. The test run was done on 18^th November 1852.
• The idea of laying a railway line between Mumbai & Thane and thereafter up to Kalyan and Bhor Ghat was conceived by George Clark in 1843.
• Sir Jamsetjee Jeejeebhoy, Nana Shankarseth were the part of the committee and gave concrete shape to the plan.
• The fares from Mumbai to Thane in 1853 were Re. 2 and annas 10 for the first class, Re. 1 and anna 1 for the second class, and annas 5 and 3 pice for the third class.
• 10,000 men worked on the project and 10,000 pounds had been spent to lay the railway line.

शरोबर में कमल के पुष्प खिले हैं, अशुद्ध वाक्य है।

Key Points

• अशुद्ध वाक्य- शरोबर में कमल के पुष्प खिले हैं।
• शुद्ध वाक्य- सरोवर में कमल के पुष्प खिले हैं।
• वाक्य में लिंग, वचन, पुरुष, काल, कारक आदि का क्रिया के साथ ठीक ठीक मेल हो, उसे शुद्ध वाक्य कहते है।
• वर्तनी - किसी शब्द में आये हुए अक्षरों को मात्राओं सहित कहने या लिखने की रीति को वर्तनी कहते हैं।
• अन्य विकल्प में शुद्ध वाक्य दिए गए है।

Additional Informationवर्तनी संबंधी अशुद्धियाँ - 

The correct answer is: Irritate.

Key Points

• The word "Annoy" means to cause someone to feel slightly angry or irritated. (परेशान करना)
• Example: The loud music from the neighbour's house began to annoy her.
• "Irritate" refers to making someone feel annoyed or impatient. (चिढ़ाना)
• Example: The constant buzzing of the mosquito in the room irritated him.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 1.

Additional Information

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

• Please (कृपया करना): To make someone happy or satisfied.
• Example: She always tries to please her parents with her good behaviour.
• Gratify (संतुष्ट करना): To give pleasure or satisfaction.
• Example: The praise he received gratified him immensely.
• Satisfy (संतुष्ट करना): To meet the expectations or needs of someone.
• Example: The meal was enough to satisfy all the guests.

Shortcut Trick

Net annual growth rate = Birth rate − Death rate = 9% − 7% = 2%.

Effective growth for 2 years using successive formula (x + y + xy/100) = 2 + 2 + (2 × 2)/100 = 4.04%.

Final Population = 2,25,000 × (100 + 4.04)% = 2,25,000 × 1.0404 = 2,34,090.

∴ The correct answer is 234090.

Alternate Method

Given:

Initial population (P) = 2,25,000

Annual Birth Rate = 9%

Annual Death Rate = 7%

Time (n) = 2 years

Formula Used:

Net Rate (R) = Birth Rate − Death Rate

Final Population = P × (1 + R/100)ⁿ

⇒ Net Rate of growth (R) = 9% − 7% = 2% per annum

⇒ Population after 1^st year = 2,25,000 × (1 + 2/100) = 2,25,000 × 1.02 = 2,29,500

⇒ Population after 2^nd year = 2,29,500 × (1 + 2/100) = 2,29,500 × 1.02

⇒ Final Population = 2,34,090

∴ The correct answer is 234090.

Additional Information

Net Growth Rate

When both birth and death rates are given, the net annual growth is calculated by subtracting the death rate from the birth rate.

Population Change Formula

The population after 'n' years is given by P_n = P(1 ± R/100)ⁿ, where P is initial population and R is rate of change.

Successive Percentage Change

If a value changes by x% and then y%, the effective percentage change is (x + y + xy/100)%.

Option 1 is the correct answer.

Important Points

• When growing plants detect light, a hormone called auxin, synthesized at the shoot tip, helps the cells to grow longer. So, option 1 is correct.
• When light is coming from one side of the plant, auxin diffuses towards the shady side of the shoot.
• This concentration of auxin stimulates the cells to grow longer on the side of the shoot which is away from light.
• Thus, the plant appears to bend towards the light.

Additional Information

• Other such plant hormones (that help in promoting growth) are cytokinin (promote cell division), gibberellins (help stems grow).
• But plants also need signals to stop growing.
• Abscisic acid is one example of a hormone that inhibits growth. Its effects include wilting of leaves.