SSC CGL 2023 Tier-I Official Paper (Held On: 20 Jul 2023 Shift 2) (Previous Year Paper)

Here, we use the table given below:

Logic: Subtraction of (1) from the all alphabet position value and written diagonally.

'QUANTITY' is written as 'TPMZHSXS' →

'RELIABLE' is written as 'DQHKAZDK' →

Similarly, 'SAMPLING' will be written as:

Here, 'SAMPLING' is written as 'ZROLHKFM'.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (3)".

Given:

"FRETSAW"

After changing each vowel in the word "FRETSAW"  into the following letter in the English alphabetical series and each consonant is into the previous letter in the English alphabetical series.

"FRETSAW" → EQFSRBV

The third letter and the first letter from the right are R and V.

Here, three letters S, T and U come between R and V.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (1)".

Preparing the family tree diagram by using the following symbol:

​

As per the given information, the family tree diagram is:

Here, the girl is Samuel's mother's brother's daughter.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (4)".

The mirror image of the given figure is :

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (3)".

Given:

11, ?, 29, 53, 101, 197

The logic followed in the given series is:

Here, the missing term is '17'.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (4)".

Given:

P _ G I O _ D _ I O R D G _ O _ D G I O

Checking all the given options:

1. G Q D S I

P G G I O / Q D D I O / R D G S O / I D G I O

2. D Q G I S

P D G I O / Q D G I O / R D G I O / S D G I O

Here, the series is completed.

3. Q G D I S

P Q G I O / G D D I O / R D G I O / S D G I O

4. S I D G Q

P S G I O / I D D I O / R D G G O / Q D G I O

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (2)".

The logic followed in the given figure series is:

From Figure (1) to (2):

The next box is filled.

From Figure (2) to (3):

The next box is filled.

From Figure (3) to (4):

The next box is filled.

From Figure (4) to Answer Figure (5):

The next box is filled.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (2)".

Here, we use the tables given below:

Logic: The second letter is the opposite letter of the first number and (4) is added to the position value of the first letter to get the third letter.

1. CXG →

**2.**IRM →

3. BYF →

4. GUK →

Here, in 'GUK' different logic is followed.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (4)".

Given:

4 ∶ 25 ∶∶ 12 ∶ 73  ∶∶ 7 ∶  ?

Logic: Second no. = [(First no. × 6) + 1]

4 : 25 →

⇒ [(4 × 6) + 1]

⇒ (24 + 1) = 25

12 : 73 →

⇒ [(12 × 6) + 1]

⇒ (72 + 1) = 73

Similarly for, '7 : ?' →

⇒ [(7 × 6) + 1]

⇒ (42 + 1) = 43

Here, '7 : 43' is the correct pair.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (3)".

The mirror image of the given figure is :

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (1)".

Statements:

All leathers are shoes.

Some bags are shoes.

Some bags are papers.

The Venn diagram as per the given statements:

Conclusions:

I. Some papers are leathers. → not follow (Because there is no definite relation given between papers and leathers, so it can be possible only but not definitely true)

II. Some shoes are leathers. → Follow (All leathers are shoes, which means some shoes are leather is definitely true)

III. Some shoes are papers. → not follow (Because there is no definite relation given between shoes and papers, so it can be possible only but not definitely true)

Hence, the correct answer is "Only conclusion II follows".

Statements:

Some hills are mountains.

Some hills are valleys.

All valleys are rivers.

The Venn diagram as per the given statements:

Conclusions:

I. Some rivers are valleys. → True (All valleys are rivers, which means some rivers are valleys is definitely true)

II. Some mountains are valleys. → not follow (Because there is no definite relation given between mountains and valleys, so it can be possible only but not definitely true)

III. Some hills are rivers. → True (All valleys are rivers, and some hills are valleys, which means some hills are rivers is definitely true)

Hence, the correct answer is "Only conclusions I and III follow".

Given:

Film : Director → Director oversees the artist aspects of film production and guides the artist during the shooting of the film.

Similarly,

Dance : Choreographer → Choreographer teaches dance steps.

Here, 'Dance : Choreographer' is the correct pair.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (3)".

Here, we use the table given below:

Logic: Addition of (3) in all letter's position values.

'ABUSE' is written as 'DEXVH' →

'CANDY' is written as 'FDQGB' →

Similarly, 'DESERT' will be written as:

Here, 'DESERT' is written as 'GHVHUW'.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (3)".

The mirror image of the given figure is:

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (2)".

Given:

9 ∶ 702 ∶∶ 3 ∶ 18 ∶∶ 6 ∶ ?

Logic: Second no. = [First no. × {(First no.)² - 3}]

9 : 702 →

⇒ [9 × {(9)² - 3}]

⇒ [9 × (81 - 3)]

⇒ (9 × 78) = 702

3 : 18 →

⇒ [3 × {(3)2 - 3}]

⇒ [3 × (9 - 3)]

⇒ (3 × 6) = 18

Similarly, for '6 : ?' →

⇒ [6 × {(6)2 - 3}]

⇒ [6 × (36 - 3)]

⇒ (6 × 33) = 198

Here, '6 : 198' is the correct pair.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (4)".

Here, we use the figure (2) and (3) to find opposite faces.

In figures (2) and (3) faces showing 5 and 6 are common, which means the face showing 2 is opposite to the face showing 1.

Here, the face showing 2 is opposite to the face showing 1.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (4)".

The logic followed in the given figure series is:

From Figure (1) to (2):

The symbols move as shown below.

From Figure (2) to (3):

The symbols move as shown below.

 

From Figure (3) to (4):

The symbols move as shown below.

 

From Figure (4) to Answer Figure (5):

The symbols move as shown below.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (1)".

Here, we use the BODMAS table given below:

Given:

⇒ 12 ÷ 5 - 8 × 2 + 14 = 70

(1) - and +

⇒ 12 ÷ 5 - 8 × 2 + 14 = 70

After interchanging the signs:

⇒ 12 ÷ 5 + 8 × 2 - 14 = 70

Apply BODMAS rule:

⇒ 2.4 + 8 × 2 - 14

⇒ 2.4 + 16 - 14

⇒ 18.4 - 14 = 4.4

Here, the equation is not satisfied.

(2) + and ×

⇒ 12 ÷ 5 - 8 × 2 + 14 = 70

After interchanging the signs:

⇒ 12 ÷ 5 - 8 + 2 × 14 = 70

Apply BODMAS rule:

⇒ 2.4 - 8 + 2 × 14

⇒ 2.4 - 8 + 28

⇒ 30.4 - 8 = 22.4

Here, the equation is not satisfied.

(3) ÷ and ×

⇒ 12 ÷ 5 - 8 × 2 + 14 = 70

After interchanging the signs:

⇒ 12 × 5 - 8 ÷ 2 + 14 = 70

Apply BODMAS rule:

⇒ 12 × 5 - 4 + 14

⇒ 60 - 4 + 14

⇒ 74 - 4 = 70

⇒ '12 × 5 - 8 ÷ 2 + 14 = 70'

Here, the equation is satisfied.

(4) ÷ and +

⇒ 12 ÷ 5 - 8 × 2 + 14 = 70

After interchanging the signs:

⇒ 12 + 5 - 8 × 2 ÷ 14 = 70

Apply BODMAS rule:

⇒ 12 + 5 - 8 × 0.142

⇒ 12 + 5 - 1.142

⇒ 17 - 1.142 = 15.85

Here, the equation is not satisfied.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (3)".

Given:

MPT, PRU, STV, VVW,?

Logic: Addition of (3), (2) and (1) in the position value of the first, second and third letter.

Here, 'YXX' is the next term.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (3)".

Here, we use the BODMAS table given below:

Given:

⇒ 256 - 4 × 2 + 200 ÷ 19 = 309

(1) - and +

⇒ 256 - 4 × 2 + 200 ÷ 19 = 309

After interchanging the signs:

⇒ 256 + 4 × 2 - 200 ÷ 19 = 309

Apply BODMAS rule:

⇒ 256 + 4 × 2 - 10.52

⇒ 256 + 8 - 10.52

⇒ 264 - 10.52 = 253.48

Here, the equation is not satisfied.

(2) ÷ and +

⇒ 256 - 4 × 2 + 200 ÷ 19 = 309

After interchanging the signs:

⇒ 256 - 4 × 2 ÷ 200 + 19 = 309

Apply BODMAS rule:

⇒ 256 - 4 × 0.01 + 19

⇒ 256 - 0.04 + 19

⇒ 275 - 0.04 = 274.96

Here, the equation is not satisfied.

(3) ÷ and -

⇒ 256 - 4 × 2 + 200 ÷ 19 = 309

After interchanging the signs:

⇒ 256 ÷ 4 × 2 + 200 - 19 = 309

Apply BODMAS rule:

⇒ 64 × 2 + 200 - 19

⇒ 128 + 200 - 19

⇒ 328 - 19 = 309

⇒ '256 ÷ 4 × 2 + 200 - 19 = 309'

Here, the equation is satisfied.

(4) + and ×

⇒ 256 - 4 × 2 + 200 ÷ 19 = 309

After interchanging the signs:

⇒ 256 - 4 + 2 × 200 ÷ 19 = 309

Apply BODMAS rule:

⇒ 256 - 4 + 2 × 10.52

⇒ 256 - 4 + 21.05

⇒ 277.05 - 4 = 273.05

Here, the equation is not satisfied.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (3)".

Here, we use the table given below:

Given:

CYCLE : BXBKF :: TYRE : SXQF :: SCOOTER : ?

Logic: Vowel + 1 and consonant - 1

CYCLE : BXBKF →

TYRE : SXQF →

Similarly, for 'SCOOTER : ?' →

Here, 'SCOOTER : RBPPSFQ' is the correct pair.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (2)".

Given:

(15, 5, 375)

(14, 3, 210)

Logic: Third no. = [(First no.) × (Second no.) × 5]

(15, 5, 375) →

⇒ (15 × 5 × 5)

⇒ (15 × 25) = 375

(14, 3, 210) →

⇒ (14 × 3 × 5)

⇒ (14 × 15) = 210

Checking all the given options:

1. (10, 12, 320) →

⇒ (10 × 12 × 5)

⇒ (10 × 60) = 600

2. (17, 19, 920) →

⇒ (17 × 19 × 5)

⇒ (17 × 95) = 1615

3. (14, 15, 780) →

⇒ (14 × 15 × 5)

⇒ (14 × 75) = 1050

4. (11, 16, 880) →

⇒ (11 × 16 × 5)

⇒ (11 × 80) = 880

Here, (11, 16, 880) shows a similar relation to the given set of numbers.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (4)".

Given:

(6, 7, 98)

(8, 10, 182)

Logic: Third no. = [{(First no)² + (Second no.)²} + (First no. + Second no.)]

(6, 7, 98) →

⇒ [{(6)² + (7)²} + (6 + 7)]

⇒ [(36 + 49) + (6 + 7)]

⇒ (85 + 13) = 98

(8, 10, 182) →

⇒ [{(8)2 + (10)2} + (8 + 10)]

⇒ [(64 + 100) + (8 + 10)]

⇒ (164 + 18) = 182

Checking all the given options:

1. (10, 12, 150) →

⇒ [{(10)2 + (12)2} + (10 + 12)]

⇒ [(100 + 144) + (10 + 12)]

⇒ (244 + 22) = 286

2. (5, 9, 125) →

⇒ [{(5)2 + (9)2} + (5 + 9)]

⇒ [(25 + 81) + (5 + 9)]

⇒ (106 + 14) = 120

3. (12, 14, 434) →

⇒ [{(12)2 + (14)2} + (12 + 14)]

⇒ [(144 + 196) + (12 + 14)]

⇒ (340 + 26) = 366

4. (4, 5, 50) →

⇒ [{(4)2 + (5)2} + (4 + 5)]

⇒ [(16 + 25) + (4 + 5)]

⇒ (41 + 9) = 50

Here, (4, 5, 50) shows a similar relation to the given set of numbers.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (4)".

Logic: Second no. = [(First no)⁴ - (First no.)²]

Checking all the given options:

1. (6, 1260)

⇒ [(6)⁴ - (6)²]

⇒ (1296 - 36) = 1260

2. (5, 600)

⇒ [(5)4 - (5)2]

⇒ (625 - 25) = 600

3. (7, 2050)

⇒ [(7)4 - (7)2]

⇒ (2401 - 49) = 2352

4. (4, 240)

⇒ [(4)4 - (4)2]

⇒ (256 - 16) = 240

Here, in (7, 2050) different logic is followed.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (3)".

Alternate Method Logic: 2^nd number is divisible with 1^st number.

1. (6, 1260)

⇒ 1260 ÷ 6 = 215

2. (5, 600)

⇒ 600 ÷ 5 = 120

3. (7, 2050)

⇒ 2050 ÷ 7 = 292.85... Not completely divisible.

4. (4, 240)

⇒ 240 ÷ 4 = 60

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (3)".

The correct answer is ether.

Key Points

• Ether:-
• It is a class of organic compounds that contains an oxygen atom between two alkyl groups.
• The general formula for an ether is R-O-R', where .R and R' are alkyl groups
• Ethers are commonly used as solvents in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, paints, and coatings.
• Ethers are less reactive than alcohols, aldehydes, and ketones because the C-O bond is relatively stable.

Additional Information

• Alcohol:-
• ​ A class of organic compounds that contains a hydroxyl (-OH) group attached to a carbon atom.
• They are commonly used as solvents, disinfectants, and fuels.
• Aldehyde:-
• ​ A class of organic compounds that contains a carbonyl group (-CHO) attached to a carbon atom at the end of the molecule.
• They are commonly used in the production of plastics, resins, and dyes.
• Ketone:-
• A class of organic compounds that contains a carbonyl group (-C=O) attached to a carbon atom in the middle of the molecule.
• They are commonly used in the production of solvents, polymers, and pharmaceuticals.

The correct answer is Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-Dhan.

Key Points

• Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-Dhan:-
• It​ is a pension scheme launched by the Ministry of Labour and Employment for unorganized sector workers.
• It aims to provide a monthly pension of Rs 3000 to workers in the age group of 18-40 years who have a monthly income of less than Rs 15,000.
• "The 'Donate - a - Pension' campaign under Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-Dhan scheme, was launched in the 'Iconic Week' celebrations by the Labour Ministry from 7 to 13 March 2022".

Additional Information

• Pradhan Mantri HRIDAY:-
• Heritage City Development and Augmentation Yojana is a scheme launched by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs to preserve and revitalize the heritage cities in India.
• Pradhan Mantri eDonate:-
• It is not a government scheme.
• It is a platform launched by HDFC Bank to enable customers to donate to various NGOs and charitable organizations.
• Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana:-
• It is a scheme launched by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare to improve the irrigation infrastructure in the country and provide water to every farm field.

The correct answer is Aurangzeb.

Key Points

• Aurangzeb:-
• His​ reign saw the maximum number of books in Persian on classical Indian Music written.
• Classical Indian Music:-
• It​ has a rich history and is deeply rooted in the Indian subcontinent's culture.
• Persian:-
• It ​was a significant language during the Mughal period and was widely used in administration and literature.

Additional Information

• Jahangir:-
• He​ was also a patron of the arts and was known for his love for music, but his reign did not see as many Persian books on classical Indian Music written as Aurangzeb's.
• Akbar:-
• He​ was a great patron of art and music and was known for his liberal policies towards all religions.
• However, there is no evidence to suggest that his reign saw the maximum number of books in Persian on classical Indian Music written.
• Shah Jahan:-
• He was a patron of art and architecture and is known for building the Taj Mahal.
• However, his reign did not see as many Persian books on classical Indian Music written as Aurangzeb's.

The correct answer is 13^th May 1952.

Key Points

• Lok Sabha:-
• It​ is the lower house of the Indian Parliament.
• The first Lok Sabha was constituted on 17^th April 1952, after the first general elections held from 25^th October 1951 to 21^st February 1952.
• The first Session of the Lok Sabha of independent India held on 13^th May 1952.
• The Lok Sabha is the lower house of the Parliament of India. It is one of the two houses of the Indian Parliament, the other being the Rajya Sabha (Council of States).
• The Lok Sabha is the lower house of the Parliament of India.
• It is one of the two houses of the Indian Parliament, the other being the Rajya Sabha (Council of States).
• The term of the Lok Sabha is five years, unless it is dissolved earlier.

The correct answer is 1946.

Key Points

• Cabinet Mission:-
• It​ was a high-level delegation sent by the British government to India in 1946.
• The mission was sent to discuss the transfer of power from British rule to Indian hands.
• The Cabinet Mission proposed a plan for a united India with a federal government, but with autonomy for Muslim-majority provinces.
• The mission's proposals were rejected by the Indian National Congress and the Muslim League, leading to the partition of India and the creation of Pakistan.
• The Cabinet Mission was headed by Sir Stafford Cripps, who had previously been involved in negotiations with Indian leaders during World War II.
• The mission's proposals were known as the Cripps Plan and were seen as a last-ditch effort to keep India united under British rule.

Additional Information

• In 1945, the Second World War was still ongoing and the British government had not yet decided on the future of India.
• In 1943, the British government was still focused on the war effort and had not yet considered transferring power to India.
• 1942 was the year of the Quit India movement and the British government was not considering any transfer of power at that time.

The correct answer is Karnataka.

Key Points

• Kambala:-
• It is a traditional buffalo race that is celebrated annually in the southwestern state of Karnataka.
• The festival is organized by farming communities, particularly those in the coastal regions of Karnataka.
• The event is typically held between November and March, and the races take place in paddy fields that are filled with slush and water.
• Kambala is an important cultural event for the local people, and it is believed to have originated as a form of thanksgiving to the gods for a good harvest.
• The festival has faced some controversy in recent years due to concerns about animal cruelty, and there have been efforts to ban the races.

Additional Information

• Himachal Pradesh:-
• This is a northern Indian state known for its scenic beauty and mountainous landscapes.
• It is not associated with the Kambala festival.
• Rajasthan:-
• ​This is a northwestern Indian state known for its palaces, forts, and desert landscapes.
• It is not associated with the Kambala festival.
• Madhya Pradesh:-
• This is a central Indian state known for its wildlife reserves, temples, and historic sites.
• It is not associated with the Kambala festival.

The correct answer is North Western Part of Ganga Plains.

Key Points

• Bay of Bengal Monsoon Branch and Arabian Sea Branch:-
• These merge in the North Western Part of Ganga Plains, which is also known as the Indo-Gangetic Plain or the Northern Plains.
• This region is located in the northern part of India and is formed by the alluvial deposits of the Ganges, Brahmaputra, and their tributaries.
• The merging of the two monsoon branches leads to heavy rainfall in this region, which is crucial for agriculture and the overall economy of the country.
• The Arabian Sea Branch of the monsoon brings rainfall to the western coast of India, while the Bay of Bengal Branch brings rainfall to the eastern coast.
• The merging of these two branches results in widespread rainfall in the North Western Part of Ganga Plains.

Additional Information

• Southern Part of Peninsular:-
• This region is not the location where the Bay of Bengal Monsoon Branch and Arabian Sea Branch merge.
• The southern part of the peninsular region receives rainfall from the South West Monsoon, which is a separate monsoon system.
• Coromandel Coast:-
• The Coromandel Coast is located in the eastern part of India and receives rainfall from the Bay of Bengal Monsoon Branch.
• However, this region is not the location where the two monsoon branches merge.
• North of Deccan Plateau:-
• The Deccan Plateau is a large plateau region located in central and southern India.
• The North of the Deccan Plateau is not the location where the two monsoon branches merge.

The correct answer is 2020.

Key Points

• Khelo India Winter Games:-
• It is an initiative by the Government of India to promote winter sports in the country.
• The first edition of the Khelo India Winter Games was held in Gulmarg, Jammu Kashmir from 7^th to 11^th March 2020.
• The games witnessed the participation of more than 900 athletes from 27 states and Union Territories, competing in 20 disciplines.
• The aim of the Khelo India initiative is to identify and nurture young talent in sports and provide them with the necessary infrastructure, coaching, and financial support to excel at the national and international levels.

Additional Information

• Winter Games:-
• It typically refers to sports events that are held during the winter season and involve sports and activities that are played on snow or ice.
• These events are often organized as international competitions, bringing together athletes from various countries to compete in a range of winter sports.
• The most prominent Winter Games event is the Winter Olympics, which is held every four years.

The correct answer is Punjab.

Key Points

• Giddha:-
• It is a female folk dance that is performed by women in a circle while clapping and singing traditional songs.
• It represents the joy and celebration of life.
• Bhangra:-
• It is a male folk dance that is performed with the beat of dhol and is characterized by energetic movements and jumps.
• It is performed to celebrate the harvest season and is considered a symbol of Punjabi culture.
• Giddha and Bhangra are popular folk dances of Punjab and are performed during various cultural festivals and occasions.

Additional Information

• Gujarat has Garba and Dandiya.
• Jharkhand has Chhau and Karma.
• Bihar has Jhumar and Bidesia as their popular folk dances.

The correct answer is 106.

Key Points

• Seaborgium:-
• It is a synthetic chemical element with the symbol Sg and atomic number 106.
• The element was named after Glenn T. Seaborg, who was an American nuclear chemist and Nobel laureate.
• Seaborgium is a highly radioactive element, and its most stable isotope has a half-life of only a few minutes.
• The discovery of seaborgium was first reported in 1974 by a team of scientists at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory in California.

Additional Information

• Periodic Table:-
• It is a tabular arrangement of chemical elements, organized based on their atomic number, electron configuration, and recurring chemical properties.
• The vertical columns in the periodic table are called groups or families. Elements in the same group have similar chemical properties due to having the same number of valence electrons.
• The horizontal rows in the periodic table are called periods. There are seven periods, and elements in the same period have the same number of electron shells.

The correct answer is 111.

Key Points

• The National Waterways Act, 2016:-
• It was enacted to provide for the development, maintenance, and regulation of inland waterways for navigation and shipping.
• The Act also provides for the declaration of certain inland waterways as 'national waterways' by the central government, based on their potential for development and transportation of goods and passengers.
• The development of national waterways is expected to boost inland water transport, reduce transportation costs, and promote economic growth and regional connectivity.
• 111 inland waterways have been declared as 'national waterways' under the National Waterways Act, 2016.

Additional Information

• Inland waterways:-
• These​ are water bodies such as rivers, canals, lakes, and lagoons that are used for transportation, recreation, irrigation, and other purposes.
• The development of inland waterways has been a priority for the Indian government to reduce congestion on roads and railways, promote sustainable transportation, and enhance trade and tourism.
• Some of the major national waterways in India include the Ganga-Bhagirathi-Hooghly river system, the Brahmaputra river, the West Coast Canal in Kerala, and the Godavari-Krishna river system in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
• The development of national waterways involves various activities such as dredging, construction of terminals, jetties, and navigational aids, and provision of facilities for cargo and passenger handling.

The correct answer is 45 minutes.

Key Points

• A football match is divided into two equal periods called halves.
• Each half is of 45 minutes duration, making the total duration of the match 90 minutes.
• There is a 15-minute break between the two halves, called halftime.
• The halftime break is an opportunity for the players to rest, rehydrate, and receive instructions from their coaches.

Additional Information

• 40 minutes is the duration of each half in college-level football matches in the United States.
• 50 minutes is not a standard duration for a football match.

The correct answer is Best Immersive Audio Album.

Key Points

• Ricky Kej:-
• Ricky Kej was born on August 5, 1981, in North Carolina, United States.
• He displayed a strong interest in music from a young age and began learning the piano at the age of 3.
• He won his third Grammy under the category of Best Immersive Audio Album.
• Ricky Kej's music is characterized by its fusion of various genres, blending elements of classical, pop, jazz, and world music.
• His compositions often convey messages of environmental conservation, social awareness, and cultural diversity.
• Best Immersive Audio Album:-
• It is a category that recognizes albums with an immersive surround sound experience.

Additional Information

• Song of the Year:-
• It​ is a category that recognizes the songwriters and composers of a single song.
• Best Contemporary Instrumental Album:-
• It is a category that recognizes instrumental albums that are contemporary in style.
• Album of the Year:-
• It is a category that recognizes the overall artistic achievement, technical proficiency, and excellence in sound recording of an album.

The correct answer is Rudradaman I.

Key Points

• Rudradaman I:-
• The most famous Shaka ruler who got the Sudarshana Lake in Kathiawar renovated was Rudradaman I.
• He was the ruler of the Western Kshatrapas dynasty and ruled from 130 CE to 150 CE
• He​ was known for his military conquests, patronage of arts and literature, and his contribution to the development of trade and commerce.
• The Sudarshana Lake was a significant water resource for the people of Kathiawar and Rudradaman I's renovation of the lake earned him the title of "Sudarshana Kaviraja" or "King of Sudarshana".

Additional Information

• Maues:- 
• He was a ruler of the Indo-Scythian Kingdom who ruled from around 85 BCE to 60 BCE.
• He was known for his military conquests and his coins are found in large numbers in the regions of modern-day Pakistan and Afghanistan.
• Rudrasimha III:-
• He was a ruler of the Western Kshatrapas dynasty who ruled from 388 CE to 395 CE.
• He was known for his patronage of Buddhism and his coins have been found in large numbers in the regions of modern-day Gujarat and Rajasthan.
• Chashtana:-
• He​ was a ruler of the Indo-Scythian Kingdom who ruled from around 78 BCE to 60 BCE.
• He was known for his military conquests and his coins have been found in large numbers in the regions of modern-day Pakistan and Afghanistan.

The correct answer is primary sector.

Key Points

• Agriculture sector:-
• It is a part of the primary sector which is also known as the agricultural sector as it involves the production and extraction of natural resources.
• The primary sector includes activities like farming, fishing, mining, forestry, and other related industries.
• The agriculture sector is a significant contributor to the economy of many countries, especially in developing nations.
• The sector provides employment opportunities for a significant portion of the population and also contributes to the food security of the country.

Additional Information

• Tertiary sector: It includes service industries like banking, healthcare, education, hospitality, etc.
• Secondary sector: It includes industries that involve the manufacturing and construction of products.
• Quaternary sector: It includes industries that involve research and development, information technology, and other knowledge-based industries.

The correct answer is fall.

Key Points

• Interest Rate:-
• When the interest rate increases, borrowing becomes more expensive, and people tend to save more and borrow less.
• So, the demand for money falls.
• The higher interest rate increases the cost of borrowing, which in turn discourages people from taking loans and investing.
• Hence, the demand for money decreases.
• When the interest rate rises, people can earn more by saving their money in the bank.
• Hence, they tend to save more, and the demand for money falls.
• The rise in interest rate reduces the purchasing power of consumers.
• Thus, they tend to cut back on their spending, leading to a fall in demand for money.
• The demand for money may also depend on factors such as inflation, economic growth, and availability of credit.

Additional Information

• The demand for money may initially rise due to the expectation of higher returns, but as interest rates increase, borrowing becomes more expensive, leading to a fall in demand.
• The demand for money does not rise when the interest rate increases.
• It falls because borrowing becomes more expensive.
• The demand for money may remain the same only if the increase in interest rate is offset by other factors such as inflation or economic growth.
• The rise in interest rate leads to a fall in demand for money due to the increased cost of borrowing and reduced purchasing power of consumers.

The correct answer is Bihar and Madhya Pradesh.

Key Points

• Garib Kalyan Rojgar Abhiyaan:
• It is a scheme launched by the Indian government in June 2020 to provide employment opportunities to migrant workers who returned to their native places during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• The Ministry of Rural Development is the nodal Ministry for this campaign.
• Bihar and Madhya Pradesh as the states covered under the scheme.
• This campaign will work in mission mode for 125 days with an outlay of Rs. 50,000 crore.
• These districts are estimated to cover about 2/3 of such migrant workers.
• The chosen districts include 27 Aspirational Districts.
• Implementation: It will involve intensified and focused implementation of 25 different types of works to provide employment to the migrant workers on one hand and create infrastructure in the rural regions of the country on the other hand.
• The workers will help build gram panchayat Bhawan and Anganwadi centres, national highway works, railway works, and water conservation projects, among others across six states.
• Participants: 12 different Ministries/Departments, namely, Rural Development, Panchayati Raj, Road Transport and Highways, Mines, Drinking Water and Sanitation, Environment, Railways, etc. will be coordinating for the implementation of the scheme.
• Connectivity: The villages will join this program through the Common Service Centres (CSCs) and Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) maintaining the norms of social distancing in the wake of the pandemic.

The correct answer is Bipin Singh.

Key Points

• Bipin Singh:-
• He was given the title of 'Hanjaba' by the Maharaj of Manipur for reviving Manipuri dance.
• Bipin Singh was a renowned dancer, choreographer, and teacher of Manipuri dance, who played a crucial role in reviving and popularizing the traditional dance form.

Additional Information

• Charu Malhar:-
• He was also a well-known dancer and choreographer.
• She is known for her contributions to Kathak dance.
• Darshana Jhaveri:-
• She is a contemporary dancer and choreographer, who has worked extensively in the field of Indian classical and modern dance forms.
• Kalavati Devi:-
• She​ was a renowned Manipuri dancer and teacher, who was instrumental in promoting the dance form in India and abroad.

The correct answer is Priyanka Nutakki.

Key Points

• Nutakki Priyanka:-
• She was born on 1 June 2002.
• She is an Indian chess player.
• She received the FIDE title of Woman International Master (WIM) in 2018.
• Priyanka Nutakki is the twenty-third Woman Grandmaster of India.
• Woman Grandmaster:-
• It is a title awarded by the World Chess Federation (FIDE) to women chess players who have achieved a certain level of proficiency in the game.
• India has produced many talented women chess players who have won several national and international tournaments.
• Some of the other notable women chess players in India include Koneru Humpy, Harika Dronavalli, Tania Sachdev, and Padmini Rout.
• Chess is a popular indoor game that requires strategic thinking, concentration, and patience.
• It is played by millions of people around the world and has been recognized as a sport by the International Olympic Committee.

Additional Information

• Eesha Karavade:-
• It is also a well-known chess player in India and has represented India in various international tournaments.
• Bhakti Kulkarni:-
• She is a Woman International Master and has won several national and international tournaments.
• Subbaraman Vijayalakshmi:-
• She​ is a Woman Grandmaster and has represented India in several international tournaments including the Chess Olympiad.

The correct answer is Mechanical leavening.

Key Points

• Mechanical leavening:-
• It refers to the physical process of incorporating air into a mixture to create lift and volume.
• Creaming fat and sugar, whipping egg whites, or whipping heavy cream are examples of mechanical leavening.
• This is different from chemical leavening, which involves a chemical reaction to produce gas and create a rise
• Creaming fat and sugar involves beating the two together until they are light and fluffy.
• This creates air pockets in the mixture, which will expand when heated and create a leavening effect in baked goods.
• Whipping egg whites and heavy cream are similar processes that also incorporate air into the mixture.
• In the case of egg whites, the proteins in the egg form a network that traps air bubbles.
• Heavy cream contains fat globules that can also trap air.

Additional Information

• Organic leavening:-
• It refers to the use of natural fermentation to create lift in dough or batter.
• This can be achieved through the use of sourdough starter, for example.
• Physical leavening:-
• It​ refers to the use of steam or other physical processes to create lift.
• This can be seen in the use of steam in bread baking, or in the expansion of popcorn kernels when heated.
• Chemical leavening:-
• It​ involves the use of baking powder, baking soda, or other chemical agents to create gas and lift in baked goods.
• This is often used in conjunction with other leavening methods to achieve the desired texture and rise.

The correct answer is Bhimrao Ambedkar.

Key Points

• Bhimrao Ambedkar:-
• He​ signed the Poona pact with Mahatma Gandhi in 1932.
• The Poona pact was an agreement between the leaders of the Dalit community and the Indian National Congress.
• It aimed to secure reserved seats for Dalits in the provincial legislative councils.
• Poona Pact:-
• It refers to an agreement reached in September 1932 between leaders of the Dalit community (formerly referred to as "Untouchables") and leaders of the upper-caste Hindu community within the context of British India.
• The pact was a significant development during the movement for Dalit rights and representation in the political sphere.

Additional Information

• Chittaranjan Das:-
• He​ was a Bengali lawyer and politician who played a key role in the Indian independence movement.
• He was a prominent member of the Indian National Congress and founded the Swaraj Party.
• Jyotiba Phule:-
• He was a social reformer and activist who worked for the upliftment of the Dalit and women communities in Maharashtra.
• He founded the Satyashodhak Samaj and is considered to be one of the pioneers of the social reform movement in India.
• Ali Brothers:-
• It comprises of Muhammad Ali Jinnah and Shaukat Ali, were prominent Muslim leaders who played a key role in the Indian independence movement.
• They founded the All India Muslim League in 1906 and advocated for the creation of a separate Muslim state, which eventually led to the formation of Pakistan.

The correct answer is Ascaris.

Key Points

• Ascaris:-
• It is a nematode worm that belongs to the phylum Nematoda.
• It is a parasitic organism that infects the intestines of humans and other animals.
• Ascaris have a well-defined muscular pharynx that is used to ingest food and move it towards the intestine.
• The muscular pharynx is a unique feature of Ascaris and helps it to survive and thrive in its host's intestine.

Additional Information

• Adamsia:-
• It​ is a genus of sea anemones that belongs to the phylum Cnidaria.
• They do not have a muscular pharynx.
• Ctenoplana:-
• Ctenoplana is a genus of marine invertebrates that belong to the phylum Ctenophora.
• Commonly referred to as comb jellies, ctenophores are characterized by their distinctive comb rows, which are rows of cilia (tiny hair-like structures) used for swimming.
• Gorgonia:-
• It​ is a genus of marine organisms that belongs to the phylum Cnidaria.
• They do not have a muscular pharynx.

The correct answer is England.

Key Points

• Magna Carta:-
• It​ was a charter of rights agreed to by King John of England in 1215.
• It established the principle that everyone, including the king, was subject to the law and had certain rights that could not be taken away without due process.
• Fundamental Rights:-
• The concept of fundamental rights is based on the idea that there are certain rights that are inherent to all human beings, regardless of their nationality, race, or gender.
• These rights are often enshrined in national constitutions and international treaties.
• While the Magna Carta was an important precursor to the concept of fundamental rights, it did not include all of the rights that we now consider to be fundamental.
• For example, it did not guarantee freedom of speech or religion..

Additional Information

• United States Constitution:-
• It includes a Bill of Rights that guarantees certain fundamental rights, such as freedom of speech, religion, and the press.
• However, the concept of fundamental rights predates the US Constitution, and the Magna Carta was the first document to establish the principle that everyone is subject to the law and has certain rights that cannot be taken away without due process.
• Canada:-
• It has a Charter of Rights and Freedoms that protects fundamental rights such as freedom of expression, religion, and peaceful assembly.
• However, the concept of fundamental rights predates the Canadian Charter, and the Magna Carta was the first document to establish the principle that everyone is subject to the law and has certain rights that cannot be taken away without due process.
• Australia:-
• It has a constitution that protects certain fundamental rights, such as freedom of religion and the right to vote.
• However, the concept of fundamental rights predates the Australian Constitution, and the Magna Carta was the first document to establish the principle that everyone is subject to the law and has certain rights that cannot be taken away without due process.

The correct answer is asthenosphere.

Key Points

• Asthenosphere:-
• It is a partially molten layer of the upper mantle that lies beneath the lithosphere, which is the solid, outermost shell of the Earth.
• The asthenosphere is characterized by low seismic wave velocity and high attenuation, which means that seismic waves slow down and lose energy as they pass through this layer.
• The asthenosphere is mechanically weak and ductile, which allows the lithosphere to move and float on top of it.

Additional Information

• Magnetosphere:-
• It is the region around a planet where its magnetic field is dominant and protects it from the solar wind.
• Mesosphere:-
• It is the layer of the Earth's atmosphere above the stratosphere and below the thermosphere.
• Stratosphere:-
• It is the layer of the Earth's atmosphere above the troposphere and below the mesosphere.

The correct answer is Nitesh Kumar.

Key Points

• Nitesh Kumar:-
• He won double gold at the 4^th Para Badminton National Championship in December 2021.
• Para-Badminton:-
• It is a sport for athletes with physical impairments.
• The 4^th Para Badminton National Championship was held in December 2021 in India.

Additional Information

• Manoj Sarkar:-
• He​ is a para-badminton player from India who has won several medals in international tournaments.
• Pramod Bhagat:-
• He is an Indian para-badminton player who won gold at the Tokyo Paralympics 2020.
• Tarun Dhillon:-
• He​ is a para-badminton player from India who has won several medals in national and international tournaments.

Given:

The curved surface area of the cone = 2 × base area of cone

Concepts used:

Formula used

Slant height (l) of cone = √r² + h²

CSA of cone = πrl

Calculation:

Let the radius of the cone be r units.

⇒ πrl = 2πr2

⇒ l = 2r

⇒ r = 6√3/2

⇒ r = 3√3

Slant height (l) of cone = √r2 + h2

⇒ 6√3² = 3√3² + h2

⇒ h2 = 108 - 27 = 81

⇒ h = 9 cm

∴ The answer is 9 cm.

Given:

Total interest after 18 years = Rs. 35,100

Formula used:

S.I = (P × R × T)/100

Calculation:

Let the principal be ‘P’.

For the first 8 years

S.I = (P × 7.25 × 8)/100

⇒ S.I = 58P/100

For the next 6 years

S.I = (P × 8.5 × 6)/100

⇒ S.I = 51P/100

For the next 4 years

S.I = (P × 6.5 × 4)/100

⇒ S.I = 26P/100

Total Interest in 18 years = Rs. 35,100

(58P/100) + (51P/100) + (26P/100) = 35100

⇒ 135P/100 = 35100

⇒ P = 26000

∴ The amount invested is Rs. 26,000.

Given

$\rm x^4 + \frac{1}{x^4} = 142$

Formula used

(x + 1/x)² = x² + 1/x² + 2

x3 + 1/x3 = (x + 1/x)³ - 3(x + 1/x)

Calculation

⇒ x4 + 1/x4 + 2 = (x² + 1/x²)2

⇒ 142 + 2 = (x2 + 1/x2)2

⇒ (x2 + 1/x 2) = √144 = 12

⇒ (x + 1/x)2 = x2 + 1/x2 + 2

⇒  (x + 1/x)2 = 12 + 2

⇒  (x + 1/x) = √14

⇒ x3 + 1/x3 = (x + 1/x)3 - 3(x + 1/x)

= (√14)3 - 3(√14)

= 14√14 - 3√14 = 11√14

(x⁷ + 1/x⁷) = (x4 + 1/x⁴) ×  (x³ + 1/x³) -  (x + 1/x)

= 142  ×  11√14 -  √14

= 1562√14 - √14

= √14 (1562 - 1)

= 1561√14

The answer is 1561√14

Given:- 

Funds from Donations = 35% of Rs. 10,00,000 (10 lacks)

Funds from Government Agencies = 12% of Rs. 10,00,000 (10 lakh) 

Calculations:-

Funds from Donations = (35/100) × 10,00,000 = Rs. 3,50,000

Funds from Government Agencies = (12/100) × 10,00,000 = Rs. 1,20,000 

Difference = Funds from Donations - Funds from Government Agencies Difference

⇒ Rs. 3,50,000 - Rs. 1,20,000 = Rs. 2,30,000 

∴  The difference is Rs. 2,30,000.

Given:- 

A  alone can do a piece of work in 12 days. 

B alone can complete it in 18 days

Formula used:-

Total work = efficiency ×  time taken 

Calculation:- 

 

So,

Total work in 2 days = 3 + 2 = 5 unit 

Total work in 14 days = 5 × 7 = 35 unit

Remaining work = 36 -35 = 1 unit

As per the question,

Now remaining the work from by the "A" = 1/3

Total days = 14 + 1/3 = $14\frac{1}{3}$

∴ The required answer is $14\frac{1}{3}$.

Given:- 

Raima can complete the work in 15 days, 

Joe can complete the work in 10 days

Calculation:-

Raima's Work efficiency = 1/15, 

Joe's Work efficiency  = 1/10 

Now, they work together

Combined Work efficiency = (1/15) + (1/10)  = 5/30 = 1/6 works per day

Days to Complete the Work = 1 / Combined Work efficiency 

⇒ 1 / (1/6) = 6 days

∴ Raima and Joe will take 6 days to complete the work together.

Given:-

A complete a work in 10 days.

B complete a work in 15 days.

C complete a work in 20 days.

Concept Used:-

Work done = Efficiency × Time

Calculation:-

A’s 1 day’s work = 1/10

B’s 1 day’s work = 1/15

C’s 1 day’s work = 1/20

Ratio of their wages = A : B : C = 1/10 : 1/15 : 1/20 = 6 : 4 : 3

C’s earns = 3/13 × 2600 = 600

∴ The earnings of C is Rs.600.

Detailed solution:- 

Let us assume the dealer purchases 1000 gm at Rs. 1000

Let the dealer sell N gm at Rs. 1000

Gain percentage = (100/19)%

Then,

⇒ 100/19 = [(1000 - N)/N] × 100

⇒ N = 19000 - 19N

⇒ 20N = 19000

⇒ N = 950

∴ He uses a weight of 950 gm.

Given

Δ PQR and  Δ STU are congruent triangles 

∠PQR = 60°, ∠PRQ = 30° and ∠STU = 60°

Concept used

If two triangles are congruent then, their corresponding parts are equal.

Calculation

Let the ∠TSU and ∠SUT be y° and x° respectively.

∠QPR = 180 - (60 + 30)

∠QPR = 90°

∠QPR = 90° = ∠TSU (Under ASA)

The answer is 90°.

Concept used

Divisibility of 9: If the sum of digits of a number is divisible by 9.

Calculation

83061: 8 + 3 + 0 + 6 + 1 = 18

Hence it is divisible by 9.

29568: 2 + 9 + 5 + 6 + 8 = 30

78432: 7 + 8 + 4 + 3 + 2 = 24

47695: 4 + 7 + 6 + 9 + 5 = 31

The answer is 83061.

Given :- 

a : b :: b : c, and b = 96 

Formula used:-

a/b = b/c 

⇒  b²  = ac 

Calculation:-

b2  = ac

Put the value of b in the above equation 

We get, 

⇒ 96 × 96 = ac 

According to the question, only one option satisfies

the above equation where a  = 32 , c = 288  

∴ The required answer is a  = 32 , c = 288.

Concept used

Circumcentre: The intersection point of two perpendicular bisectors of a triangle is the circumcentre of the triangle. 

The circumcenter is also the center of the circle passing through the three vertices, which circumscribes the triangle. 

Euclidean geometry: The three interior angle bisectors of a triangle meet at a single point. The incenter lies at equal distances from the three line segments forming the sides of the triangle and also from the three lines containing those elements.

The centroid of a triangle divides the medians into segments in the ratio of 2:1, where the centroid is closer to the midpoint of the side (where the median intersects the side).

Calculation

The angle formed by any side at the incentre is always 90° more than half of the angle opposite to the side.

Concept:

Calculation:

7.5 × 17.2 ÷ 8.6 + (59.5) of $\frac{1}{17} - \frac{7}{2}$ of 5 

= 7.5 × 17.2 ÷ 8.6 + 3.5 - 17.5 

⇒ 7.5 × 2 + 3.5 - 17.5

⇒ 15 + 3.5 - 17.5

⇒ 15 - 14

⇒ 1

The answer is 1.

Given:

Speed of the thief = 60 km/hr

Speed of the policeman = 75 km/hr

Formula used:

Time = Distance/Speed

Concept used:

If two bodies are moving in the same direction at u m/s and v m/s, (u > v)

Then the relative speed of the first body with respect to the second body = (u - v) m/s.

Calculation:

The relative speed between police and thief = (75 - 60) = 15 km/hr

⇒ Distance between police and thief = 3 km

⇒ Time taken = Distance/Relative Speed

⇒ Time taken = 3/15 = 1/5

⇒ Time taken = 1/5 × 60 min = 12 minutes

Distance travelled by a thief in 12 minutes = 60/60 × 12 = 12 km

The answer is 12 km.

Shortcut Trick

Weight of new person = Weight of replaced person + Total increase in weight

Total increase in weight = Increase in average × Total persons

Total increase in weight = 1.2 × 15 = 18 kg

Weight of new person = 51 + 18 = 69 kg

∴ The correct answer is 69 kg.

Alternate Method

Given:

Number of persons = 15

Increase in average weight = 1.2 kg

Weight of the replaced man = 51 kg

Formula Used:

New member value = Replaced member value + (Increase in average × Total members)

Replaced Man (51 kg)

Total Increase 15 × 1.2 = 18 kg

New Man = 51 + 18 = 69 kg

Average Replacement Concept

Calculations:

⇒ Let the initial average weight of 15 persons be A.

⇒ Total initial weight = 15 × A

⇒ When a 51 kg man is replaced by a new man of weight W, the new average becomes (A + 1.2).

⇒ New total weight = 15 × (A + 1.2)

⇒ New total weight = 15A + 18

⇒ Also, New total weight = Total initial weight − 51 + W

⇒ 15A + 18 = 15A − 51 + W

⇒ 18 = W − 51

⇒ W = 51 + 18

⇒ W = 69 kg

∴ The correct answer is 69 kg.

Additional Information

Replacement in Averages

If a new value replaces an old value and the average increases: New Value = Old Value + (Increase × n).

Addition in Averages

If a new member joins and the average increases: New Member Value = Old Average + (Increase × New n).

Removal in Averages

If a member leaves and the average decreases: Leaving Member Value = Old Average + (Decrease × New n).

Formula used:

sin(90-θ) = cos θ

cot(90-θ) = tan θ

Calculation

⇒ cot 85°+ cos 75°

⇒ cot (90 - 5)°+ cos (90 - 15)°

⇒ cot (90 - 5)°+ cos (90 - 15)°

⇒ tan 5°+ sin 15°

The answer is tan 5°+ sin 15°.

Formula used

(x + y + z)2 = x2 + y2 + z2 + 2(xy + yz + zx)

Calculation

x + y + z = 4

Squaring both the sides

⇒ (x + y + z)² = 4²

⇒ x² + y² + z² + 2(xy + yz + zx) = 16

⇒ 2(xy + yz + zx) = 16 – 12

⇒ xy + yz + zx = 2

The answer is 2.

Formula used

(x + y)² = x² + y² + 2xy

Calculation

According to the question:

Divide the expression by 5.

= y + 1/y = 11/5

Squaring both sides

= y² + 1/y² + 2 = 121/25

= y2 + 1/y2 = 121/25 - 2

= y2 + 1/y2 = 71/25

= y2 + 1/y2 = 2(21/25)

The answer is 2(21/25).

Formula used

sin 2a = 2sina.cosa

Calculation

$\rm \frac{2\tan A}{1 + \tan^2A} = ?$

⇒ 2(sinA/cosA)/[1 + (sin²A/cos²A)]

⇒ 2(sinA/cosA)/[(cos²A + sin2A)/cos2A]

⇒ 2(sinA/cosA)/(1/cos2A)

⇒ 2 sin A cos²A/cos A

⇒ 2 sinA × cosA 

⇒ sin 2A

The answer is sin 2A.

Formula used:

sin(90-θ) = cos θ

cos(90-θ) = sin θ

Calculation:

sin (50° +θ) - cos (40° - θ)

= sin( 90 - (40 -θ)) - cos(40 - θ) 

= cos(40 -θ) - cos(40- θ) 

= 0

∴ The correct answer is 0.

Shortcut Trick

Net change for two successive increments of a% = a + a + (a × a) ÷ 100.

Net increment = 30 + 30 + (30 × 30) ÷ 100 = 60 + 9 = 69%.

Net change for two successive decrements of a% = −a − a + (a × a) ÷ 100.

Net decrement = −30 − 30 + (30 × 30) ÷ 100 = −60 + 9 = −51% (i.e., 51% decrease).

Final values: Increment side = 100 + 69 = 169; Decrement side = 100 − 51 = 49.

Percentage difference = [(169 − 49) ÷ 49] × 100 = (120 ÷ 49) × 100 ≈ 244.90% (Wait, question asks for the increment value comparison).

∴ The correct answer is 35.29%.

Alternate Method

Given: Successive increments = 30% and 30%; Successive decrements = 30% and 30%.

Formulas: Successive change = a + b + (ab ÷ 100) | Percentage more = [(Value1 − Value2) ÷ Value2] × 100.

⇒ Result of increments = 100 × (130 ÷ 100) × (130 ÷ 100) = 169.

⇒ Result of decrements = 100 × (70 ÷ 100) × (70 ÷ 100) = 49.

⇒ Difference in percentages = 69% − (−51%) = 120%.

⇒ Increment (69) is more than decrement (51) by = [(69 − 51) ÷ 51] × 100.

⇒ (18 ÷ 51) × 100 = (6 ÷ 17) × 100 = 600 ÷ 17 ≈ 35.29%.

∴ The correct answer is 35.29%.

Additional Information

Successive Percentage Change

When a value is changed by x% and then the resultant is changed by y%, the net effect is [x + y + (xy ÷ 100)]%.

Percentage Comparison

To find how much % A is more than B, use: [(A − B) ÷ B] × 100. In this case, we compare the effective percentage values 69% and 51%.

Given:

Dimensions of cuboid = 5 cm × 7 cm × 11 cm 

Formula used:

Total surface area of cuboid = 2(lb + bh + hl)

Calculation:

Total surface area of cuboid = 2(5 × 7 + 7 × 11 + 11 × 5)

⇒ 2(35 + 77 + 55)

⇒ 2 × 167 

⇒ 334 cm²

∴ The required result is 334 cm2.

Calculation

 = 3276/4550 × 100

= 18/25 × 100

= 72%

The answer is 72%

Given

A man can finish a work in 10 days and a woman can finish it in 12 days.

Concept used

Total work = Number of days × Efficiency

Calculation

Work done by man in one day = 1/10

Work done by a woman in one day = 1/12

Together they will do in: 1/10 + 1/12

= 11/60

They will together complete the work in = 60/11 days

The answer is 60/11 days.

Alternate Method 

 

They will together complete the work in = 60/(6 + 5) = 60/11 days.

Shortcut Trick Scheme A discount% = [Free ÷ Total] × 100 = [4 ÷ (6 + 4)] × 100 = 40%. Scheme B discount% = [Free ÷ Total] × 100 = [5 ÷ (5 + 5)] × 100 = 50%. Scheme C discount% = a + b − (a × b ÷ 100) = 18 + 24 − (18 × 24 ÷ 100) = 42 − 4.32 = 37.68%. Comparing 40%, 50%, and 37.68%, Scheme B provides the maximum discount. ∴ The correct answer is Only B.

Alternate Method Given → Scheme A: Buy 6 Get 4 | Scheme B: Buy 5 Get 5 | Scheme C: 18% and 24% successive. Formulas: Discount% = (Free Items ÷ Total Items) × 100 | Successive Discount = a + b − ab ÷ 100.

⇒ Discount in A = (4 ÷ 10) × 100 = 40%. ⇒ Discount in B = (5 ÷ 10) × 100 = 50%. ⇒ Discount in C = 18 + 24 − (18 × 24) ÷ 100 = 42 − 4.32 = 37.68%. ⇒ 50% > 40% > 37.68%. ∴ The correct answer is Only B.

Additional Information Free Item Discount Calculation When items are given free, the Marked Price is considered for the total number of items (Purchased + Free), while the Selling Price is only for the items paid for. Successive Discount Formula For two successive discounts x% and y%, the effective discount is (x + y − xy/100)%. For three, calculate the first two and then use the result with the third.

The correct answer is "gets."

 Key Points

• The first part of the sentence is in the present tense, so to maintain uniformity, we have to write the V1 form of the verb "get."
• Structure for Simple Present Tense: Subject + V1 (s/es) + Object
• Example: She plays with me.
• So, the correct verb form to use is "gets."
• The correct answer "gets" indicates that Meenakshi currently has the ability to sweep the ball well when faced with an off-spin delivery.
• The correct answer is Option 4.

Correct sentence: Meenakshi sweeps the ball excellently when she gets an off - spin delivery.

 Additional Information

• "Will get" implies a future action, which is not appropriate in this context.
• "Has got" is incorrect because the past participle "got" is unnecessary in this sentence.
• "Got" is past tense and does not match the present tense of the sentence.

The correct answer is "Discouraged."

 Key Points

• The word 'encouraged' means to give support, confidence or hope to someone. ((किसी को) प्रोत्‍साहित करना; (किसी की) हिम्‍मत बढ़ाना)
• Example: The teacher encouraged her students to ask questions.
• The word "discouraged" means to dissuade or persuade someone not to do something. ((किसी व्‍यक्ति को) निरुत्‍साहित करना (यह समझाते हुए कि सफलता नहीं मिलेगी))
• Example: She discouraged me.
• In the given sentence, the mother always supported the idea of early marriage, so the antonym would be 'discouraged.'
• The opposite of 'encouraged' is 'discouraged.'
• The correct answer is Option 4.

Additional Information

• Motivated means to inspire or give someone a reason to do something. (विशेष प्रकार से कुछ करने का कारण बनना, प्रेरित करना)
• Supported means to give assistance or approval to someone or something. (किसी को (सहमति के आधार पर) समर्थन देना या किसी की (धन देकर) सहायता करना)
• Cheered means to shout in support or to express joy or approval. (किसी को स्‍पर्धा, खेल आदि में प्रोत्‍साहित करने के लिए चिल्‍लाना आदि)

The correct answer is "Indifference."

 Key Points

• "Apathy" means lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern. (उदासीनता, अनिच्‍छा)
• Example: To this list, one might well add apathy, disrespect, recklessness, insensitivity, and dishonesty.
• "Indifference" means lack of interest, concern, or sympathy. (व्‍यक्ति या वस्‍तु के प्रति रुचि या भावना में कमी; उदासीनता)
• Example: He has always shown indifference to the needs of others.
• Both words convey a sense of disinterest, but apathy is a more extreme form of indifference.
• The most appropriate synonym of the given word is "Indifference."
• The correct answer is Option 2.

Additional Information

• Empathy means the ability to understand and share the feelings of others. It is the opposite of apathy, but not a synonym. (समानुभूति, अन्‍य व्‍यक्ति की भावनाओं को समझने की क्षमता; तादात्‍म्‍य)
• Aversion means a strong dislike or disinclination. It is not a synonym of apathy. (किसी व्‍यक्ति या वस्‍तु के प्रति विमुखता; विरुचि, विद्वेष)
• Hostility means unfriendliness or opposition. It is not a synonym of apathy. (व्‍यक्ति या वस्‍तु के प्रति अत्‍यंत उग्र भावनाएँ; शत्रुता)

The correct answer is "To bear the negative consequences of wrongful actions."

 Key Points

• 'To face the music' is an idiom that means to accept the consequences of one's actions, especially when they are negative. (किसी के कार्यों के परिणामों को स्वीकार करना, खासकर जब वे नकारात्मक हों)
• Example: If she lied to me, then she'll just have to face the music.
• ​So, the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom is "To bear the negative consequences of wrongful actions."
• The correct answer is Option 4.

The correct answer is "The construction workers were constructing the new building."

 Key Points

• The given sentence is in Past Continuous Tense and in Passive Voice.
• The rule for changing a Past Continuous Tense from Active voice to Passive voice or Passive to Active Voice:
• Interchange the object and subject with each other, i.e. object of the active sentence become the subject of the passive sentence.
• Structure: 
• Subject + was/were + v1 + ing + object (Active Voice)
• Object + was/were + being + V3 + by Subject (Passive Voice)
• Example: 
• Esha was singing a song. (Active Voice)
• A song was being sung by Esha. (Passive Voice)​​
• The subject of the given sentence is 'Construction workers'.​​
• The object of the given sentence is 'new building.'
• The subject will be put in place of the object and the object will be put in place of the subject.
• 'Was being constructed' will be changed into 'were constructing'.
• "Construction workers" is a plural subject so we must "were" with it.
• The correct option 1 follows all the above rules and correctly expresses the given sentence in active voice.

The correct answer is "Speedy."

 

Key Points

• "Rapid" means fast or quick. (द्रुत (गति से होने वाला) या द्रुतगामी)
• Example: She made rapid progress and was soon the best in the class.
• "Speedy" means fast or quick. (तेज़, द्रुतगामी; शीघ्र, तत्‍काल)
• Example: They hope to bring a speedy end to the conflict.
• 'Rapid' may be replaced by 'Speedy.'
• The correct answer is option 4.

Additional Information

• "Gradual" means happening slowly over time. 9मंद गति से लंबी कालावधि में संपन्‍न; एकाएक नहीं, क्रमिक)
• "Legitimate" means lawful or valid. (तर्कसंगत या स्‍वीकार्य)
• "Artistic" means related to art or creativity. (कला-संबंधी)

The correct answer is Option (1) i.e. "ABCD."

Key Points

• Sentence A introduces the character's annual theft habit.
• Sentence B details the planning for the next theft.
• Sentence C describes the act of burglary.
• Sentence D reveals the objective of the theft.

The correct answer is "A-B-C-D."

Complete passage: He used to commit one theft a year on average. The stolen money lasted for the year. He chose the house at Shotover Grange to commit his next burglary. He studied the design of the house carefully for a fortnight. He found that the family had gone to London and the servants to the movie. He broke into the house one afternoon. He hoped to get fifteen thousand pounds worth of jewels from the safe.

The correct answer is 1) BDCA.

Key Points

• B is the introductory sentence that introduces the topic of the paragraph, which is the drop in the death rate.
• D provides additional information about the drop in the death rate, stating that it was approximately 8.5 per thousand people in India in 2001.
• C explains the reason for the drop in the death rate, which is medical breakthroughs.
• A is the concluding sentence that summarizes the main point of the paragraph, which is that chronic infections are no longer feared due to the drop in the death rate.

Therefore, the correct answer is: 'BDCA'.

The correct answer is "Fatalist."

 Key Points

• The word "fatalist" means someone who believes that events are determined by fate and cannot be changed by human actions. (कोई ऐसा व्यक्ति जो मानता है कि घटनाएँ भाग्य द्वारा निर्धारित होती हैं और मानवीय कार्यों द्वारा नहीं बदली जा सकतीं)
• Example: It's wrong to take this fatalist's view of global warming.
• In the given sentence, the word 'believer' indicates that Manisha has a strong belief in fate.
• The correct answer is Option 3.

Additional Information

• "Minimalist" means a person who advocates or practices minimalism, i.e., living with only the bare essentials and avoiding excess. (एक व्यक्ति जो अतिसूक्ष्मवाद की वकालत करता है या उसका अभ्यास करता है, अर्थात, केवल आवश्यक वस्तुओं के साथ रहना और अधिकता से बचना)
• "Socialist" means a person who advocates for a political and economic theory of social organization that advocates for the means of production, distribution, and exchange to be owned or regulated by the community as a whole. (समाजवादी)
• "Catalyst" means a substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction without itself undergoing any permanent chemical change. (परिवर्तन लाने वाला व्‍यक्ति या वस्‍तु)

The correct answer is "An experiment is being studied by Dr. Joyce in his laboratory." (डॉ. जॉयस अपनी प्रयोगशाला में एक प्रयोग का अध्ययन कर रहे हैं।)

 Key Points

• The given sentence is in the Present Continuous Tense and in Active Voice. (दिया गया वाक्य वर्तमान काल में सतत रूप में है और सक्रिय वाचा में है। )
• The rule for changing a Present Continuous Tense from Active voice to Passive voice or Passive to Active Voice: (वर्तमान सतत काल में सक्रिय से निष्क्रिय आवाज़ या निष्क्रिय से सक्रिय आवाज़ में बदलने के लिए, subject और object को आपस में बदलें।)
• Interchange the object and subject with each other, i.e. object of the active sentence become the subject of the passive sentence.
• Structure: 
• Subject + is/am/are + v1 + ing+ object (Active Voice)
• Object + is/am/are + being + V3 + by Subject (Passive Voice)
• Example: 
• Esha is singing a song. (Active Voice)
• A song is being sung by Esha. (Passive Voice)
• The subject of the given sentence is 'Dr. Joyce'.​​
• The object of the given sentence is 'experiment'.
• The subject will be put in place of the object and the object will be put in place of the subject.
• And 'is studying will be changed into 'is being studied'.
• "Experiment" is a singular noun so we must "is" with it.
• "By Dr. Joyce in his laboratory" is added to indicate who is performing the action.
• The correct answer is option 3.

The correct answer is "No error."

Key Points

• The sentence is grammatically correct and makes logical sense.
• The use of the semicolon ( ; ) is appropriate to separate the two independent clauses.
• The phrase "some of the time" is used correctly to indicate that not all people can be fooled all the time.
• There are no errors in subject-verb agreement or word choice.
• The correct answer is Option 1.