SSC CGL 2023 Tier-I Official Paper (Held On: 24 Jul 2023 Shift 4) (Previous Year Paper)

The logic followed here is:

Hence, 'HWB' is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Logic: First number + 13 = Second number and Second number + 13 = Third number

(15, 28, 41) → 15 + 13 = 28 and 28 + 13 = 41

(19, 32, 45) → 19 + 13 = 32 and 32 + 13 = 45

Similarly,

(22, 35, 48) → 22 + 13 = 35 and 35 + 13 = 48

Hence, '(22, 35, 48)' is the correct answer.

E = F = G $ H = I → E is sister of F, F is sister of G, G is father of H, H is sister of I

By using the symbols in the table given below, we can draw the following family tree:

Clearly, G is brother of E.

Hence, ‘Brother’ is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Logic: All the letters except last one, the code for the word is found by writing the letters from right to left. 

• "PRECIOUS" is written as "UOICERPS" 
• "FLAGRANT" is written as "NARGALFT" 

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Similarly,

• "CHILDISH"

Hence, 'SIDLIHCH' is the correct answer.

The correct mirror image of the given figure when the mirror is placed at the right side of the figure is shown below:

Hence, 'option 3' is the correct answer.

The Venn diagram that best illustrates the relationship between Mobile, Book, and Digital device is shown below:

All the mobiles are the part of Digital device and Book is not a digital device.

Hence, 'option 1' is the correct answer.

Note:

• For this question, a discrepancy was found in the question/answer. So, we have changed the first option.

The logic followed here is:

Logic: (First number + Second number) - (First number ÷ 2) = Third number

(6, 8, 11) → (6 + 8) - (6 ÷ 2) = 14 - 3 = 11

(2, 1, 2) → (2 + 1) - (2 ÷ 2) = 3 - 1 = 2

Similarly,

(6, 7, ?) → (6 + 7) - (6 ÷ 2) = 13 - 3 = 10

Hence, '10' is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

• Shovel : Scoop → Shovel is a tool used to dig or scoop as well as to move loose, granular materials (like dirt, gravel, grain, or snow) from one spot to another.

Similarly,

• Spanner : Grip → Spanner is a hand-held tool used to provide grip and tighten or loosen fasteners.

Hence, 'Spanner : Grip' is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Logic: First letter + 1 = Second letter; Second letter + 3 = Third letter; Third letter + 5 = Fourth letter

1. FGJP → F + 1 = G; G + 3 = J; J + 5 = O ≠ P 2. ABEJ → A + 1 = B; B + 3 = E; E + 5 = J 3. TUXC → T + 1 = U; U + 3 = X; X + 5 = C 4. VWZE → V + 1 = W; W + 3 = Z; Z + 5 = E

Hence, 'FGJP' is the correct answer

The image embedded in given figure is as shown below:

Hence, 'option 2' is the correct answer.

1. 27 and 81, + and -

(31 × 3) + (81 × 4) - (27 ÷ 9) = 126

⇒ (31 × 3) + (81 × 4) - (27 ÷ 9) = 126

⇒ 93 + 324 - 3 = 126

​⇒ 417 - 3 = 126

⇒ 414 ≠ 126

2. 31 and 27, + and -

(27 × 3) + (31 × 4) - (81 ÷ 9) = 126

⇒ 81 + 124 - 9 = 126

⇒ 205 - 9 = 126

⇒ 196 ≠ 126

3. 3 and 4, ÷ and +

(31 × 4) - (27 × 3) ÷ (81 + 9) = 126

⇒ 124 - 81 ÷ 90 = 126

⇒ 124 - 0.9 = 126

⇒ 123.1 ≠ 126

4. 27 and 9, + and -

(31 × 3) + (9 × 4) - (81 ÷ 27) = 126

⇒ 93 + 36 - 3 = 126

⇒ 129 - 3 = 126

⇒ 126 = 126

Hence, '27 and 9, + and -' is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Logic: (Second number)² × 4 = First number

1. 16 : 2 → 2² × 4 = 4 × 4 = 16 2. 100 : 5 → 52 × 4 = 25 × 4 = 100 3. 36 : 3 → 32 × 4 = 9 × 4 = 36 4. 186 : 7 →  72 × 4 = 49 × 4 = 196 ≠ 186

Hence, '186 : 7' is the correct answer.

The option that represents the correct order of the given words as they would appear in an English dictionary is:

4. Absolutely
5. Absorber
6. Abstain
7. Abstract
8. Abstriction
9. Absurdly

Hence, ‘4, 6, 5, 3, 2, 1’ is the correct answer.

The Venn diagram that best illustrates the relationship between Player, Captain, and Coach is:

Captain is one of the Players only. 

So, Captain is a player.

Coach is a person who trains the players.

Hence, ‘option 1’ is the correct answer.

The figure from the options that can replace the question mark (?) and complete the given pattern is shown below:

The way each element in the figure changes its position is shown below:

Hence, ‘option 1’ is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Logic: (Sum of digits of first number) ÷ 3 = Second number

• 24 : 2 → (2 + 4) ÷ 3 = 6 ÷ 3 = 2
• 81 : 3 → (8 + 1) ÷ 3 = 9 ÷ 3 = 3

Similarly,

• 375 : ? → (3 + 7 + 5) ÷ 3 = 15 ÷ 3 = 5

Hence, '5' is the correct answer.

The code for each word is shown below:

Code for:

not - rt and then - el

So, 'el rt' is the code for 'not them' in that language.

Hence, 'el rt' is the correct answer.

1. 5, 20

20 × 15 ÷ 3 + 5 - 9 = 4

⇒ 20 × 5 + 5 - 9 = 4

⇒ 100 + 5 - 9 = 4

⇒ 105 - 9 = 4

⇒ 104 ≠ 4

2. 15, 20 

5 × 20 ÷ 3 + 15 - 9 = 4

⇒ 5 × 6.67 + 15 - 9 = 4

⇒ 33.34 + 15 - 9 = 4

⇒ 48.34 - 19 = 4

⇒ 29.34 - 19 ≠ 4

3. 3, 9

5 × 15 ÷ 9 + 20 - 3 = 4

⇒ 5 × 1.67 + 20 - 3 = 4

⇒ 8.35 + 20 - 3 = 4

⇒ 28.35 - 3 = 4

⇒ 25.35 - 3 ≠ 4

4. 4, 20

5 × 15 ÷ 3 + 4 - 9 = 20

⇒ 5 × 5 + 4 - 9 = 20

⇒ 29 - 9 = 20

⇒ 20 = 20

Hence, '4, 20' is the correct answer.

The option that represents the letters that, when placed from left to right in the blanks below, will complete the letter series is:

• 1. C D A A C → D C B A / D C B A / D C B A / D C B A
• 2. D B C A C → D D B A / B C B C / D C B A / D C B A
• 3. D C B C A → D D B A / C C B B / D C B C / D A B A
• 4. C B D C A → D C B A / B C B D / D C B C / D A B A
• ​In option 1, DCBA is repeated.

Hence, ‘C D A A C’ is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Hence, '111' is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Logic: (Third number - Second number) ÷ 7 = First number

• (28, 65, 261) → (261 - 65) ÷ 7 = 196 ÷ 7 = 28
• (37, 83, 342) → (342 - 83) ÷ 7 = 259 ÷ 7 = 37

Similarly,

• (46, 92, 414) → (414 - 92) ÷ 7 = 322 ÷ 7 = 46

Hence, '(46, 92, 414)' is the correct answer.

The figure that will replace the question mark (?) in the following figure series is:

The way each element in the series changes its position is shown below:

Hence, 'option 1' is the correct answer.

The image embedded in given figure is as shown below:

Hence, 'option 3' is the correct answer.

The paper when unfolded will appear as shown below:

Hence, 'option 3' is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Similarly,

Hence, 'FNSTF' is the correct answer.

The correct answer is Jawaharlal Nehru.

Key Points

• Jawaharlal Nehru was the chairman of the planning commission when the first five year plan was formulated in India.
• This five-year plan was based on Harrod- Domer model of USSR.
• The first plan stressed more on Agriculture in the view of large scale import of food grain and other areas of emphasis were power and Transport
• The annual average growth rate during the first five-year plan was estimated as 3.61% as against a target of 2.1%.

Additional Information

• Indian politician, attorney, journalist, and scholar Rajendra Prasad presided over India as its first president from 1950 to 1962.
• Indian nationalist Subhas Chandra Bose became a hero to many Indians through his defiance of British rule in India.
• He was a leader of the Indian National Congress, a participant in the noncooperation movement, and a supporter of socialist policies.
• He belonged to the organization's more militant wing.
• From 1964 to 1966, Lal Bahadur Shastri, an Indian politician and statesman, was the country's second prime minister.
• From 1961 to 1963, he held the position of India's sixth home minister.

The correct answer is group members.

Key Points

• In a self-help group, the members collectively take the decisions regarding loans and savings.
• The group members decide the terms and conditions of the loan, the repayment schedule, the interest rate, and the purpose of the loan.
• The saving decisions are also taken by the group members, such as the amount to be saved, the frequency of saving, and the purpose of saving.
• The self-help group model is based on the principle of mutual trust and cooperation, and the group members work together to meet their financial needs.
• The self-help group model has been successful in promoting financial inclusion and empowering women in rural areas.

Additional Information

• Non-government organizations (NGOs) may provide support and training to self-help groups, but they do not make the loan and saving decisions.
• A non-governmental organization is one that, in most cases, is founded without the involvement of the government.
• Banks may provide loans to self-help groups, but the terms and conditions of the loan are decided by the group members.
• A bank is a type of financial institution that lends money while also taking deposits from the general public and generating demand deposits.
• Government agencies may provide policy support and financial assistance to self-help groups, but they do not make the loan and saving decisions.
• A permanent or semi-permanent organization that is part of the political system and is in charge of overseeing and carrying out particular duties is known as a government or state agency.

The correct answer is 31 March 2026.

Key Points

• The duration of Samagra Shiksha Scheme 2 is from 1 April 2021 to Tue Mar 31 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0530 (India Standard Time).
• The Education Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan, made an announcement in August 2021 regarding the duration of the Samagra Shiksha Scheme 2.
• The Samagra Shiksha Scheme is a flagship programme of the Government of India that aims to provide quality education to all children in the age group of **3-18 years.**​

Additional Information

• All child-centric interventions will be given directly to the students through DBT mode on an IT-based platform over time in order to increase the direct outreach of the program.
• The NEP-recommended bilingual books and teaching materials are included, along with a new component for the appointment of language teachers that covers salaries, training expenses, and hiring costs.
• It will now cover funding for teaching and learning resources, native toys and games, and play-based activities for government schools' pre-primary divisions.
• The program will provide support for master instructors for anganwadi workers and pre-primary teachers.

The correct answer is Ashwadhyaksha.

Key Points

• According to Kautilya's Arthashastra, the commanding officer of the cavalry in the Mauryan administration was known as Ashwadhyaksha.
• The term 'Ashwa' means horse and 'dhyaksha' means commander or supervisor.
• The Ashwadhyaksha was responsible for managing and training the cavalry soldiers, selecting and breeding horses, and ensuring the proper maintenance of the horses and equipment.
• The cavalry played a crucial role in the Mauryan army, and the Ashwadhyaksha held an important position in the administration.

Additional Information

• In the Mauryan administration, the war office was made up of six boards.
• Rathadhyaksha refers to the commander of the chariots.
• He was also in charge of paying the workers who were building chariots.​
• Hastyadhyaksha refers to the commander of the elephants.
• Patyadhyaksha refers to the commander of the infantry.

The correct answer is Hindu.

Key Points

• Doongri festival is primarily celebrated by the Hindu community in Himachal Pradesh.
• The festival is dedicated to Goddess Hadimba, who is considered the patron deity of the Kullu valley.
• The festival is celebrated in the month of May every year and lasts for three days.
• The festival is marked by processions, folk dances, and music performances.
• The festival also features the sacrifice of animals, which is a controversial aspect of the celebration.

Additional Information

• Buddhist community in Himachal Pradesh celebrates various festivals throughout the year, such as Losar, Buddha Purnima, and Hemis festival.
• Sikh community in Himachal Pradesh celebrates festivals such as Guru Nanak Jayanti, Baisakhi, and Diwali.
• Muslim community in Himachal Pradesh celebrates festivals such as Eid-ul-Fitr, Eid-ul-Adha, and Muharram.

The correct answer is Madhya Pradesh.

Key Points

• Arjun Singh Dhurve was conferred the Padma Shri in 2022 for his contribution to the Baiga dance form of Madhya Pradesh.
• Baiga dance form is a traditional dance form of the Baiga tribe, which is an indigenous community residing in the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh.
• The dance form is characterized by its unique costumes, music, and movements, which depict the daily life and culture of the Baiga tribe.
• Arjun Singh Dhurve is a renowned Baiga dancer and has been actively promoting and preserving the Baiga dance form for over two decades.

Additional Information

• Some of the famous dance forms of Odissa includes Odissi dance, Chhau dance, Gotipua Dance and Ghumura Dance.
• Some of the famous dance forms of Rajasthan includes Ghoomar, Kalbeliya, Bhavai, Kacchi Ghodi and Gair.
• Some of the famous dance forms of West Bengal includes Baul dance, Santhal dance, Fakir, Bitra, Lathi, Gajan, Ranpa, Chhau, etc

The correct answer is Pectin.

Key Points

• Pectin is a soluble fiber found in fruits that is commonly used as a thickener in cooking and baking.
• It is particularly useful for making jams and jellies as it helps to set the fruit mixture.
• Pectin is also used in the food industry as a stabilizer and emulsifier, and it is found in many processed foods such as yogurt, ice cream, and salad dressings.

Additional Information

• Lignin is also a type of fiber found in fruits, but it is not soluble in water and therefore cannot be used as a thickener.
• Lignin is a significant organic polymer that is widely distributed in the cell walls of some particular cells.
• It performs a wide range of biological tasks, including the movement of water, mechanical support, and resistance to various stresses.
• Cellulose is another type of fiber found in fruits, but it is also not soluble in water and is not commonly used as a thickener in cooking and baking.
• All plant cell walls contain cellulose, an insoluble dietary fiber made of glucose polymers.
• Foods that contain cellulose include leafy green vegetables like kale, Brussels sprouts, and green peas.
• Inulin is a soluble fiber found in some fruits and vegetables, but it is not commonly used as a thickener in cooking and baking.
• It is often used as a prebiotic to promote gut health.
• In the stomach, it is neither digested nor absorbed.
• It persists in the bowel and promotes the growth of specific advantageous bacteria.

The correct answer is Bharatanatyam.

Key Points

• Vazhuvoor is a style of Bharatanatyam, which is a classical dance form originating from Tamil Nadu, India.
• This style is named after the village of Vazhuvoor, which is known for its contribution to Bharatanatyam.
• Vazhuvoor style is characterized by its graceful movements, intricate footwork, and emphasis on abhinaya (expressional) aspects of the dance.
• Other styles of Bharatanatyam include Pandanallur, Thanjavur, and Kalakshetra.

Additional Information

• The traditional dance style from Uttar Pradesh is called Kathak.
• The dancer controls about 100 ankle bells to produce the intricate footwork and precise rhythmic patterns that are distinctive to Kathak.
• Kerala is the region of southwest India where kathakali originated.
• Like bharatanatyam, kathakali is a religious dance. The Ramayana and tales from Shaiva traditions serve as its primary sources of inspiration.
• The state of Kerala is where the Indian classical dance style known as mohiniyattam was born and has since flourished. 
• The word "Mohini," the feminine form of Lord Vishnu, is the source of the name "Mohiniyattam," which translates to "dance of Mohini."

The correct answer is Shahalam II.

Key Points

• The Mughal emperor during the third battle of Panipat was Shahalam II.
• The battle took place on 14^th January 1761 between the Marathas and the Afghans led by Ahmad Shah Durrani.
• The Marathas were defeated in the battle which resulted in a huge loss of life and property.
• Shahalam II was the son of Alamgir II and the grandson of Jahandar Shah.
• He became the Mughal emperor in 1759 after the death of his father.

Additional Information

• Akbar II was the son of Shah Alam II and became the Mughal emperor after his father's death in 1806.
• He was the last of the Mughal emperors to have any real power.
• Bahadur Shah I was the Mughal emperor who ruled from 1707 to 1712.
• He was the son of Aurangzeb and was known for his military campaigns in the Deccan.
• Bahadur Shah Zafar was the last Mughal emperor who ruled from 1837 to 1857.
• He was appointed as the emperor by the Sayyid brothers and was known for his weak rule.

The correct answer is 1917.

Key Points

• The Champaran Satyagraha took place in 1917 in the Champaran district of Bihar.
• It was led by Mahatma Gandhi and was his first successful Satyagraha in India.
• The Satyagraha was against the forced indigo cultivation by British landlords and the exploitation of farmers.
• The Satyagraha resulted in the formation of the Champaran Agrarian Bill, which provided relief to the farmers.

Additional Information

• 1920 is important for the non-cooperation movement led by Mahatma Gandhi.
• Indians were expected to give up their titles as part of a non-violent non-cooperation movement, boycott government services such as courts, elections, and foreign goods, as well as eventually stop paying taxes.

The correct answer is Polar type.

Key Points

• Koeppen's scheme is a classification system for climates based on temperature, precipitation and vegetation.
• It was developed by Wladimir Kundefinedppen, a German botanist, in the early 20^th century.
• The letter 'E' in Koeppen's scheme denotes polar type climate, which is characterized by extremely low temperatures and dry conditions.
• This type of climate is found in the high latitudes near the poles, such as in Antarctica and Greenland.
• India does not have a polar type climate.

Additional Information

• Tropical savannah is denoted by the letter 'Aw' in Koeppen's scheme.
• This type of climate is characterized by distinct wet and dry seasons, with most of the precipitation occurring in the summer.
• Hot desert is denoted by the letter 'BWh' in Koeppen's scheme.
• This type of climate is characterized by hot temperatures and very low precipitation.
• Monsoon with dry summer, is denoted by the letter 'Am' in Koeppen's scheme.
• This type of climate is found in India and is characterized by a wet summer and a dry winter.

The correct answer is 1833.

Key Points

• Carl Friedrich Gauss and Wilhelm Eduard Weber invented the world's first electromagnetic telegraph in 1833.
• The telegraph was capable of transmitting signals over long distances using electricity and magnetism.
• Gauss and Weber's invention paved the way for modern communication systems, including the internet.
• Gauss was a renowned mathematician and physicist, known for his contributions to number theory, astronomy, and geodesy.
• Weber was a physicist who worked closely with Gauss and made significant contributions to the **study of electricity and magnetism.**​

Additional Information

• The electromagnetic force that exists between electrically charged particles is the subject of the branch of physics known as electromagnetism.
• One of the four fundamental forces, the electromagnetic force, manifests electromagnetic fields like magnetic fields, electric fields, and light.
• In interactions between atoms and molecules, it is the dominant force.

The correct answer is Dadabhai Naoroji.

Key Points

• Rahnumai Mazdayasnan Sabha was founded in Bombay in 1851 to promote the reform of Zoroastrianism, an ancient religion of Persia.
• The association aimed to modernize the religion by advocating for changes in rituals and practices that were deemed outdated or superstitious.
• The founders of the association were mainly Parsi intellectuals who were influenced by the ideas of the Indian Renaissance and the reform movements in other religions.
• Dadabhai Naoroji was a prominent figure in the Parsi community and a leading advocate for social and political reforms in India.

Additional Information

• Kesub Chandra Sen was a Bengali Brahmo Samaj leader who promoted monotheism and social reforms among Hindus.
• Muhammad Iqbal was a Muslim poet and philosopher who advocated for the creation of a separate Muslim state in India.
• Aatmarang Pandurang was a Marathi social reformer who fought against caste discrimination and for women's rights.

The correct answer is Indore.

Key Points

• Lata Mangeshkar, the legendary Indian playback singer, was born in Indore, which is now a part of the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh.
• She is regarded as one of the most talented and well-known singers from the Indian subcontinent.
• She died on 6 February 2022.
• Indore was a princely state under British India and was a part of the Central Provinces and Berar province.

Additional Information

• Bombay (now Mumbai) is the birthplace of many Bollywood actors and actresses, including Kareena Kapoor.
• Calcutta (now Kolkata) was the capital of British India until 1911 and is known for its rich cultural heritage, including literature, music, and cinema.
• Lucknow, the capital of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, is known for its Mughal and British-era architecture and cuisine.

The correct answer is 1975.

Key Points

• India won the first World Cup title in Hockey in 1975, which was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
• In the final match, India defeated Pakistan by 2-1 to lift the trophy.
• This was a historic moment for Indian hockey as it marked the first time that India had won a major international tournament in 15 years.
• The captain of the Indian team at that time was Ajit Pal Singh, who led the team to victory and was also awarded the Player of the Tournament title.

Additional Information

• In 1971, India won the the bronze medal, Lost to West Germany in the semi-finals, but defeated France in the bronze medal match.
• India did not win the World Cup title in 1982.
• In fact, India did not even qualify for the 1982 World Cup, which was held in Mumbai, India.

Achievements:

• World Cup: Won their only title in 1975.
• Olympics: Hold a record eight gold medals (1928, 1932, 1936, 1948, 1952, 1956, 1964, 1980).
• Asian Games: Won 4 gold medals, 9 Silver medals, 3 Bronze medals
• Commonwealth Games: Won 3 Silver medals (2010*, 2014, 2022) and 2 times fourth place (1998, 2018)

Current Status:

• Ranked 5^th in the world by the International Hockey Federation (FIH).
• Facing challenges like lack of infrastructure and funding, but also has a strong youth development program.

The correct answer is 1951 - 1981.

Key Points

• The period of population explosion in India is from 1951-1981.
• During this time, India's population grew at an unprecedented rate of 2.2% per year.
• The population explosion was due to a combination of factors such as improvements in healthcare, increased food production, and a decrease in infant mortality rates.
• This period also saw the implementation of family planning programs in India to control population growth.

Additional Information

• 1931-1961 saw a moderate population growth rate in India due to a decrease in mortality rates and improvements in healthcare.
• 1921-1951 saw a decrease in India's population growth rate due to famines and epidemics.
• Increases in a population's or a dispersed group's size are known as population growth.
• The actual annual increase in the human population is about 83 million, or 1.1%.

The correct answer is Develop Learn.

Key Points

• National Digital Education Architecture (NDEAR) is a program launched by the Government of India in 2021 to provide a digital infrastructure for education in the country.
• Manage Learn: This scenario aims to provide a platform for educators and learners to manage their learning activities.
• It includes features such as course management, assessment tools, and analytics.
• Learn: This scenario focuses on providing access to digital resources for learners.
• It includes e-books, videos, and interactive learning modules.
• Help Learn: This scenario aims to provide support to learners through online forums, chatbots, and other online resources.
• Develop Learn is not one of the scenarios of NDEAR.
• The other options are all part of the program and aim to provide a digital infrastructure for education in India.

Additional Information

• Together with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, it is managed by the Ministry of Education.
• According to this, the government will act as an enabler, providing a framework so that technology can be developed and built by anyone instead of developing technology solutions for the education sector.
• The institutional design, timeline, governance model, and technology of NDEAR will be advantageous to the teacher community as well as students.
• NDEAR-compliant solutions would follow the NDEAR frameworks and standards.
• Solutions that are NDEAR-compliant would be able to communicate with one another.
• The framework suggests that solutions and systems that were successful in one state could be applied to other parts of the nation.

The correct answer is Elaioplasts.

Key Points

• Elaioplasts are a type of leucoplasts that specialize in oil synthesis and storage.
• They are mainly found in the layer of cells in pollen grains that develop pollen grains.
• Elaioplasts are also found in the seeds of plants and are responsible for storing oils and fats.

Additional Information

• Gerontoplasts are the type of plastids that are formed from chloroplasts during the process of senescence (aging) of the plant cell.
• Proteinoplasts are the type of plastids that are involved in the synthesis and storage of proteins.
• Chloroplasts are the type of plastids that are responsible for photosynthesis in plant cells.

The correct answer is  A and B only.

Key Points

• Article 152 of the Indian Constitution states 'Unless the context otherwise requires, the expression 'State' does not include Jammu and Kashmir'.
• This statement is correct.
• It means that unless the context requires otherwise, the laws and provisions applicable to other states in India do not apply to Jammu and Kashmir.
• The 7^th Constitutional Amendment Act has provided for the appointment of the same person as Governor for two or more states.
• This statement is correct.
• The 7^th Constitutional Amendment Act, 1956, allowed the appointment of the same person as Governor for two or more states to promote better coordination between the states.

Additional Information

• The Supreme Court clearly mentioned that the office of the Governor is under the control of the Central Government.
• This statement is incorrect.
• The Supreme Court has held that the Governor's office is not under the control of the Central Government.
• However, the Governor is bound to act on the aid and advice of the Council of Ministers of the State.
• The State Executive comprises the Governor, Chief Minister, Council of Ministers, and Advocate General.

The correct answer is Silchar and Porbandar. 

Key Points

• The 'East-West' corridor is a major highway project undertaken by the Indian government to connect the eastern and western regions of the country.
• It is also known as National Highway 27 (NH-27).
• The corridor starts from Porbandar in Gujarat and ends at Silchar in Assam, covering a distance of around 3,400 km.
• It passes through several major cities and towns, including Ahmedabad, Udaipur, Ajmer, Jaipur, Agra, Kanpur, Guwahati, and Shillong.
• The 'East-West' corridor is an important infrastructure project that aims to promote economic growth and development in the regions it connects.
• It is expected to improve connectivity, reduce travel time, and boost trade and commerce.

Additional Information

• Itanagar is the capital city of Arunachal Pradesh, located in the northeastern region of India, while Dwarka is a city in Gujarat, located in the western region of India.
• These two cities are not connected by the 'East-West' corridor.
• While both Guwahati and Gandhinagar are connected by NH-27, they are not the endpoints of the 'East-West' corridor.
• Moreover, Gandhinagar is not even located on the eastern or western coast of India.
• While Shillong is located on NH-27 and is connected to several other cities on the corridor, Kandla is a port town in Gujarat that is not directly connected to the 'East-West' corridor.

The correct answer is eye.

Key Points

• Eye is the calm centre of the storm or cyclone.
• The eye of the storm is typically circular or oval in shape and can range from a few kilometers to more than 200 kilometers in diameter.
• The eye is surrounded by the eyewall, which is the most dangerous part of the storm with the highest wind speeds and heaviest rainfall.

Additional Information

• The eye of the storm is an important feature for meteorologists to study and track as it can provide information about the intensity and movement of the storm.
• When viewed from above, a cyclone is a large air mass that rotates counterclockwise in the Northern Hemisphere and clockwise in the Southern Hemisphere around a powerful center of low atmospheric pressure.
• Winds that spiral inward and revolve around a region of low pressure define cyclones.

The correct answer is Soviet Union (USSR).

Key Points

• The feature of fundamental duties in the Indian Constitution is adopted from the Soviet Union (USSR).
• The idea of fundamental duties was added to the Indian Constitution in 1976 through the 42^nd amendment, which was inspired by the Soviet Union's Constitution.
• The USSR's Constitution had a section on fundamental duties that emphasized the responsibilities of citizens towards the state and society.
• The fundamental duties in the Indian Constitution include respecting the national flag and anthem, promoting harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood, and safeguarding public property and natural resources.

Additional Information

• The UK does not have fundamental duties in its Constitution, although it does have a set of laws and conventions that outline the responsibilities of citizens towards the state and society.
• Germany has a set of fundamental rights and duties in its Constitution, but these are focused on protecting individual rights rather than emphasizing the responsibilities of citizens towards the state and society.
• The US Constitution does not have a section on fundamental duties, although it does outline the rights and responsibilities of citizens in various amendments.

The correct answer is Kerala.

Key Points

• The Nehru Trophy Boat Race is an annual event held in the Punnamada Lake in Alappuzha district of Kerala.
• The race was first held in 1952 to commemorate a visit by India's first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, to the state.
• The event attracts thousands of visitors from all over the world and features traditional snake boats (Chundan Vallam) competing against each other.
• The boats are rowed by more than a hundred oarsmen and the race is a spectacular display of speed, agility, and teamwork.

Additional Information

• Karnataka is a state in South India that is known for its rich cultural heritage and natural beauty. ​
• The high-tech center's capital, Bengaluru is well-known for its shopping and nightlife.
• Tamil Nadu is another state in South India that is famous for its temples, beaches, and cuisine.
• ​The colonial Fort St. George from 1644 is one of the landmarks in the capital city of Chennai.
• West Bengal is a state in eastern India that is known for its rich history, culture, and literature.
• Its capital, Kolkata still has architectural and cultural relics from its days as the seat of the British Raj and an East India Company trading post.​

The correct answer is 318.

Key Points

• As per the Economic Survey 2022-23, Aadhaar is an essential tool for social delivery of 318 Central Schemes as notified under Section 7 of the Aadhaar Act, 2016.
• This means that these schemes require Aadhaar authentication for availing their benefits.
• Aadhaar has become an important tool for the government to ensure the effective implementation of various welfare schemes and to prevent leakages and duplication of beneficiaries.
• Some of the Central Schemes that require Aadhaar authentication include Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana, Atal Pension Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, and MGNREGA, among others.

Additional Information

• Aadhaar Act, 2016 is an Act of Parliament of India that provides for the establishment of the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) and assigns it the task of issuing Aadhaar cards.
• Aadhaar is a 12-digit unique identification number that is issued to Indian citizens by the UIDAI based on their biometric and demographic data.

The correct answer is Carbaldehyde.

Key Points

• The suffix used when the -CHO group is attached to a carbon atom of a ring or ring system, or to a heteroatom is "carbaldehyde".
• This suffix is used to indicate the presence of an aldehyde functional group (-CHO) in a cyclic or heterocyclic compound.

Additional Information

• Amide is a suffix used to indicate the presence of an amide functional group (-CONH2) in a compound.
• Halide is a suffix used to indicate the presence of a halogen atom (such as fluorine, chlorine, bromine, or iodine) in a compound.
• Nitrile is a suffix used to indicate the presence of a nitrile functional group (-CN) in a compound.

Given:

6 labourers can finish a work in 16 days.

Formula used:

Men × day = Total work

Calculation:

Total work = 6 × 16 = 96 unit.

According to the question, the work is to be finished by 8 days

Let the number of men required be a.

⇒ (10 + a) × 8  = 96

⇒ (10 + a) = 12

⇒ a  = 2

∴ The number of extra labour required is 2.

Given:

R, S and T can finish a work in 20, 15 and 10 days, respectively

R works on all days and S and T work on alternate days with T starting the work on the first day.

Formula Used:

Efficiency = Total work/Time taken

Calculation:

Let the total work be 60 units(LCM of 20, 15, and 10).

Efficiency of R = 60/20 = 3 units/day

The efficiency of S = 60/15 = 4 units/day

Efficiency of T = 60/10 = 6 units/day

On the first day, R and T work = 9 units

On the second day, R and S work = 7 units

2 day's work → 16 units

6  day's work → 48 units

7 day's work → 57 units

The remaining work of 3 unit is done by R and S in = 3/7 days

Total Time = 7 + 3/7 = 52/7 days

∴ In 52/7 days the work was finished.

Given:

The side of an equilateral triangle is 12 cm.

Concept used:

The area an equilateral triangle = (√3/4)a²

Calculation:

The area of an equilateral triangle = √3/4a2

⇒ (√3/4) × 144

⇒ 1.732 × 36

⇒ 62.35

The area is 62.35.

Shortcut Trick

Price ratio (CP : SP) = 20 : 30 = 2 : 3

Weight ratio (Actual : Claimed) = 800 : 1000 = 4 : 5

Effective CP : SP ratio = (2 × 4) : (3 × 5) = 8 : 15

Profit = 15 − 8 = 7 units.

Profit % = (7 ÷ 8) × 100 = 87.5%

∴ The correct answer is 87.5%.

Alternate Method

Given:

Cost price of 1 kg (1000 g) mangoes = Rs. 20

Selling price of 1 kg mangoes = Rs. 30

Actual weight given instead of 1 kg = 800 g

Calculations:

⇒ Cost price of 1 g mango = 20 ÷ 1000 = Rs. 0.02

⇒ Actual cost price of 800 g mangoes = 800 × 0.02 = Rs. 16

⇒ The shopkeeper charges Rs. 30 for 800 g (claiming it as 1 kg).

⇒ Actual Selling price = Rs. 30

⇒ Profit = SP − Actual CP

⇒ Profit = 30 − 16 = Rs. 14

⇒ Profit % = (Profit ÷ Actual CP) × 100

⇒ Profit % = (14 ÷ 16) × 100 = 87.5%

∴ The correct answer is 87.5%.

Additional Information

Dishonest Dealer Concept

When a dealer sells goods using false weights, the actual cost price is based on the true weight delivered to the customer, while the selling price is based on the claimed weight.

Successive Ratio Method

The overall profit ratio can be derived by multiplying the individual price markup ratio (CP : SP) by the cheating weight ratio (Actual Weight : Claimed Weight).

Profit % Formula

Profit % = [(SP − Actual CP) ÷ Actual CP] × 100

Shortcut Trick 

let x = y = z = 1

So, p = 1/2, q = 1/2, z = 1/2

Now,

$\frac{1}{2+2p} + \frac{1}{2+2q}+\frac{1}{2+2r}$

⇒ $\frac{1}{2+1} + \frac{1}{2+1}+\frac{1}{2+1}$

⇒ $\frac{1}{3} + \frac{1}{3}+\frac{1}{3}$ = 1

∴ The correct answer is option (1).

Alternate Method

Calculation

$\frac{1}{2+2p} + \frac{1}{2+2q}+\frac{1}{2+2r}$

⇒ 1/(2 + 2 × (x/y + z)) + 1/(2 + 2 × (y/x+ z)) + 1/(2 + 2 × (z/x+ y))

⇒ [(y + z)/2x + 2y + 2z] +  [(x + z)/2x + 2y + 2z] +  [(y + x)/2x + 2y + 2z]

⇒ (2x + 2y + 2z)/(2x + 2y + 2z)

⇒ 1

The value is 1.

Given: 

A ball is to be made with an inner radius of 2 units and an outside radius of 3 units

Concept: 

The volume of sphere = 4/3π(R³ - r³)

Calculation: 

The volume of the spherical balls = Material is required to make the ball.

The material required to make the ball = 4/3π(R3 - r³)

⇒ 4/3π(33 - 2³)

⇒ 4/3π(19)

⇒ 76/3π.

∴ The material required to make the ball is 76/3π.

Shortcut Trick

Equating total work: (4M + 6W) × 8 = (3M + 7W) × 10

⇒ 32M + 48W = 30M + 70W ⇒ 2M = 22W ⇒ 1M = 11W

Total Work in terms of women: (4 × 11W + 6W) × 8 = 50W × 8 = 400 units

Time for 10 women = 400 ÷ 10 = 40 days

∴ The correct answer is 40 days.

Alternate Method

Given: Work done by 4 men and 6 women in 8 days is equal to work done by 3 men and 7 women in 10 days.

Formula Used: Total Work = (Number of persons × Efficiency) × Time

⇒ 8(4M + 6W) = 10(3M + 7W)

⇒ 32M + 48W = 30M + 70W

⇒ 32M − 30M = 70W − 48W

⇒ 2M = 22W

⇒ 1M = 11W

⇒ Total Work = (4 × 11W + 6W) × 8 = 50W × 8 = 400W

⇒ Required Days = 400W ÷ 10W = 40 days

∴ The correct answer is 40 days.

Additional Information

Work-Efficiency Relationship

Total work is the product of the number of people, their individual efficiency, and the time taken (W = M × E × D).

Pipes and Cisterns

Similar logic applies where filling pipes have positive efficiency and leakage pipes have negative efficiency.

Man-Days Concept

M₁D₁H₁/W₁ = M₂D₂H₂/W₂ is used to compare work scenarios involving different variables.

Given

Total marks are 1800.

Calculation

The marks in social science = 72°

⇒ 360° → 1800

⇒ 72° → (1800 × 72)/360

⇒ 72° → 360

The marks in social science is 360.

Given

a cot θ = b

Calculation

$\frac{bcosθ - asinθ}{bcosθ + asinθ}$

Dividing the whole equation by cosθ, we get:

⇒ (b - asinθ/cosθ)/(b + asinθ/cosθ)

⇒ (b - atanθ)/(b + atanθ)

⇒ (b - a × a/b)/(b + a × a/b) 

⇒ (b² - a²)/(b² + a²) 

The value of the expression is  (b2 - a2)/(b2 + a2) .

Given:

Rate = 8%

Concept:

In simple interest, if a sum is Y and it becomes X times in a given year then interest = (X - 1) × Y

Formula used:

I = (P × R × T)/100

(Where, P = Principle, R = Rate, T = Times, and I = Simple interest)

Calculation:

Let's assume the principle is X then interest became at 8% is 2X, and time is T.

⇒ 2X = (X × 8 × T)/100

⇒ T = (2 × 100)/8 = 25 years

∴ Their required result will be 25 years.

Given :

220 + 80 ÷ [63 - {7 × 8 + (13 - 2 × 4)}]

BODMAS Rule:

Calculation :

220 + 80 ÷ [63 - {7 × 8 + (13 - 2 × 4)}]

⇒ 220 + 80 ÷ [63 - {56 + 5}]

⇒ 220 + 80 ÷ [2]

⇒ 220 +40

⇒ 260

∴ The answer is 260.

Given:

The boat covers 80 km downstream distance in 8 hours

The boat covers 80 km upstream distance in 10 hours

Formula Used:

Speed = Distance / Time

Upstream speed = (x – y)

downstream speed = (x + y)

Where x and y are the speed of the boat and the speed of the stream

Calculation:

Let the speed of the boat be x km / hr

Speed of the boat upstream = 80 / 10 km / hr = 8 km / hr

Speed of the boat downstream = 80/8 = 10 km / hr

⇒ x – y = 8  ...(1)

⇒ x + y = 10  ....(2)

Solving both we get:

⇒ 2x = 18

⇒ x = 9

The speed (in km/h) of the boat in still water is 9 km/hr

Shortcut Trick

Given:

$\frac{1+sin^4 θ+cos^4θ}{cos^2 θ+sin^4θ}$

Formula used:

Sin² θ = (1 - cos² θ)

Cos² θ  = (1 - sin² θ)

(a - b)² = a² + b² - 2ab

Calculation:

⇒ (1 + sin⁴ θ + cos ⁴ θ)/(cos² θ + sin⁴ θ)

⇒ {1 + sin⁴ θ + (1 - sin² θ)²}/(cos2 θ + sin4 θ)

⇒  {1 + sin4 θ + 1 + sin⁴ θ - 2 sin² θ)}/(cos2 θ + sin4 θ)

⇒ {2 + 2 sin 4 θ - 2 × (1 - cos² θ)}/(cos2 θ + sin4 θ)

⇒  {2 + 2 sin 4 θ - 2 + 2cos2 θ}/(cos2 θ + sin4 θ)

⇒  {2 sin 4 θ + 2cos2 θ}/(cos2 θ + sin4 θ)

⇒ 2 × {sin 4 θ + cos2 θ}(cos2 θ + sin4 θ)

⇒ 2

∴ The correct answer is 2.

Shortcut TrickCalculaton:

⇒ (1 + sin4 θ + cos 4 θ)/(cos2 θ + sin4 θ)

Put the value of θ = 90°

⇒ (1 + sin4 90° + cos 4 90°)/(cos2 90° + sin4 90°)

⇒ (1 + 1 + 0)/(0 + 1)

⇒ 2

∴ The correct answer is 2.

Given∶

Dharmendra can row 80 km upstream and 110 km downstream in 13 hours.      

He can row 60 km upstream and 88 km downstream in 10 hours. 

Formula used∶

Let u and v be the speed of the boat in still water and the speed of the stream respectively.

Speed upstream = (u - v)

Speed downstream = (u + v)

Calculations∶

Let the speed of the boat upstream be U and the speed of the boat downstream be D

Time taken to travel 80 km upstream and 110 km downstream = 80/(u - v) + 110/(u + v)

⇒ 80/U + 110/D = 13 .......(1)

Time is taken to row 60 km upstream and 88 km downstream = 60/(u - v) + 88/(u + v)

⇒ 60/U + 88/D = 10  ............(2)

On equating (1) by 3 and (2) by 4 and subtracting equation (2) from equation (1):

3 × 110/D - 4 × 88/D = 39 - 40

⇒ (330 - 352)/D = - 1

⇒ - 22/D = - 1

D = 22 km/hr  .....(3)

Putting equation (3) in equation (1).

⇒ 80/U + 110/22 = 13

⇒ 80/U + 5 = 13

⇒ 80/U = 13 - 5

⇒ U = 10 km/hr

Speed of the current = (D - U)/2

⇒ 12/2 = 6 km/hr

The speed (in km/h) of the current is 6 km/hr.

Given

The candidate secured 75% marks in Paper A, 80% marks in Paper B, and 60% marks in Paper C

Formula

The weighted average of values is the sum of the weight times values divided by the sum of the weights.

Calculation

Let the maximum mark on each paper be 100.

Marks in Paper A = 75% of 100 = 75

Marks in Paper B = 80% of 100 = 80

Marks in Paper C = 60% of 100 = 60

Weightage of Paper A = 40% of 75 = 30

Weightage of Paper B = 50% of 80 = 40

Weightage of Paper C = 10% of 60= 6

The weighted percentage of marks obtained by the candidate

= (30 + 40 + 6)/100 × 100

= 76%

The weighted percentage of marks obtained by the candidate is 76%.

Shortcut Trick

Calculation

The total amount used by the school for the payment = 11% of 1000000

⇒ 11/100 * 1000000

⇒ 110000

The total amount used by the school for the payment is 110000.

Given

(4y - 4/y) = 13

Concept used

If (y - 1/y) = k

(y2 + 1/y2) = K2 + 2

Calculation

(4y - $\frac{4}{y}$) = 13

Dividing the whole equation by 4.

⇒ (y - 1/y) = 13/4

Squaring both side

⇒ (y2 + 1/y2) - 2 = 169/16 

⇒ (y2 + 1/y2) = 169/16 + 2

⇒ (y2 + 1/y2) = (169 + 32)/16

⇒ (y2 + 1/y2) = 201/16

⇒ (y2 + 1/y2) = 12(9/16)

The value of the expression is 12(9/16).

Calculation

By the theorem,

LQ × LP = LY × LX

Let the length of XY be x.

⇒ 5 × 15 = 3 × (3 + x)

⇒ 25 = x + 3

⇒ x = 22

The length of XY is 22.

Given:

Discount = 12%

Profit = 10%

MP is x% above the CP

Formula Used:

P = SP – CP

D = MP – SP

SP = {(100 + P%)/100} × CP

SP = {(100 – D%)/100} × MP

Where P is Profit, CP is cost price, SP is selling price, MP is maximum retail price and D is discount.

Calculation:

SP = {(100 + 10)/100} × CP

⇒ SP = (110/100) × CP

MP = {(100 + x)/100} × CP

SP = 88% of MP

⇒ SP = 88/100 × {(100 + x)/100} × CP

⇒ (110/100) × CP = 88/100 × {(100 + x)/100} × CP

⇒ 110 = 88 × (100 + x)/100

⇒ 1000 = 8 × (100 + x)

⇒ 125 = 100 + x

⇒ x = 25.

The difference between x% and the profit percentage = 25 - 10

⇒ 15%

The difference between x% and the profit percentage is 15%.

Given:

The radius of the circles is 18 cm

Calculation:

According to the diagram,

AD = DB

O₁O₂ = 18

Again O₁A = O₂A = 18 [Radius of the circle]

∠ADO₁ = 90°

O₁D = O₂D = 9

AD = √(324 - 81)

⇒ (9√3) 

AB = 2 × (9√3) = 18√3 = 6√27

∴ The length of the common chord is 6√27 cm.

Calculation:

ΔABC ~ ΔADE so,

(AB/AD)² = (BC/DE)2 = (AC/AE)2 = (area of ΔABC/area of ΔADE)

⇒ (8/6)² = area of ΔABC/90

⇒ Area of ΔABC = 90 * 16/9

⇒ Area of ΔABC = 160

The area of ΔABC is 160.

GIVEN:

Expenditure on food articles = 35%

Expenditure on Buying clothes = 15%

Savings = 40%

Salary = Rs. 27500

FORMULA USED:

Monthly income = Remaining amount / remaining percentage

CALCULATION:

Expenditure on food articles = 35% * 27500

= 9625

Expenditure on Buying clothes = 15% * (27500 - 9625)

= 2681.25

Savings = 40% * (27500 - 9625 - 2681.25)

= 6077.5

The amount she saves (in Rs.) every month is 6077.5

Calculation

The length of the green part of the pole = 9030 * (8/21)

⇒ 430 * 8

⇒ 3440 cm

The length of the green part of the pole is 3440 cm

Given

(x + 1/x) = 9

Concept used

If (a + 1/a) = k

(a² + 1/a²) = K² - 2

Calculation

(a2 + 1/a2) = K2 - 2

⇒ (x2 + 1/x2) = 92 - 2

⇒ (x2 + 1/x2) = 79

⇒ (x⁴ + 1/x⁴) = 792 - 2

⇒ (x4 + 1/x4) = 6241 - 2

⇒ 6239

The value of the expression is 6239.

Given: 

13 - [10 - {16 + 8 ÷ (k - 2)} + 2] = 20

Concept used:

Calculation:

13 - [10 - {16 + 8 ÷ (k - 2)} + 2] = 20

⇒ - [10 - {16 + 8 ÷ (k - 2)} + 2] = 20 - 13

⇒ - [10 - {16 + 8 × 1/(k - 2)} + 2] = 7

⇒ - [10 - {16(k - 2) + 8}/(k - 2) + 2] = 7

⇒ - [{10(k - 2)} - {16(k - 2) + 8} + {2(k - 2)}] = 7(k - 2)

⇒ - [10k - 20 -16k + 32 - 8 + 2k - 4] = 7k - 14

⇒  4k = 7k - 14

⇒ 3k = 14

⇒ k = 14/3

∴ The correct answer is 14/3.

The correct answer is: The warrior was waiting for the right time to attack the lion hiding in the cave.

Key Points

• The sentence uses the correct article 'the' before 'warrior' and 'lion'.
• The adjective 'right' is used correctly to modify 'time'.
• The preposition 'in' is correctly used to show the location of the lion.
• The sentence follows the subject-verb-object structure.
• The sentence is grammatically correct and conveys a clear meaning.

Thus, option 2 is the correct answer.

Additional Information

• Option 1: The sentence has an incorrect article 'an' before 'right time'.
• Option 3: The sentence has an incorrect article 'an' before 'warrior' and an incorrect article 'a' before 'right time'.
• Option 4: The sentence has an incorrect article 'an' before 'lion'.

The correct answer is: Weaken

Key Points

• Enervated means to weaken or exhaust. (कमज़ोर या ख़त्म करना)
• Example: After the intense workout, he felt enervated, his energy completely drained.
• The correct synonym for enervated is weaken.
• Weaken means to reduce the strength, power, or effectiveness of something, making it less robust or potent. (ताकत, शक्ति या प्रभावशीलता को कम करें)
• Example: The prolonged illness began to weaken her immune system, making her susceptible to infections.
• In this sentence, the labourer collapsed due to being weakened by the hot sun.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 1.

Additional Information

• Alleviate means to ease or reduce. (कम करना)
• Energise means to invigorate or stimulate. (स्फूर्तिदायक या उत्तेजित करना)
• Elevate means to lift or raise. (ऊपर उठाना)

The correct answer is: BDAC

Key Points

• Sentence B: This sentence sets the stage by introducing the author's initial motivation and the overarching theme of harnessing natural energies.
• Sentence D: Here, the author provides specific details about the method employed, involving May-bugs, explaining their prevalence and impact.
• Sentence A: This sentence elaborates on the process, describing how the bugs were utilized to create power by attaching them to a crosspiece and transmitting motion to a large disc.
• Sentence C: The final sentence concludes the paragraph by highlighting the efficiency of the creatures in generating power, emphasizing their continuous and effective operation.
• The sequence BDAC logically presents the development of the author's experimentation with harnessing natural energies, providing a clear and coherent flow of information.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 3.

The correct answer is: Visious

Key Points

• The correct spelling of the word is "vicious".
• Vicious means showing a disposition to do evil, morally reprehensible, or cruel. (बुरा, नैतिक रूप से निंदनीय या क्रूर कार्य करने का स्वभाव दिखाना)
• Example: The dog's vicious behaviour, growling and lunging at strangers, raised concerns about its aggression.
• The incorrect spelling has "s" in the place of "c"
• The correct spelling of a word is important for effective communication.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 4.

Additional Information

• Hoarse is spelt correctly and means having a rough or harsh voice. (कर्कश आवाज होना)
• Imprint is spelt correctly and means a mark or impression made by pressing something onto a surface. (किसी सतह पर किसी चीज़ को दबाने से बना निशान या छाप)
• Precious is spelt correctly and means something of great value or importance. (बहुत मूल्यवान या महत्व की कोई चीज़)

The correct answer is: Shuttle.

Key Points

• Shuttle means to travel back and forth regularly between two points. (दो बिंदुओं के बीच नियमित रूप से आगे-पीछे यात्रा करना)
• ​Example: The airport shuttle transports passengers from the hotel to the airport and back.
• Shuttle can be used as a one-word substitute for "to move or travel back and forth frequently."
• The grammatical point here is the use of a verb to describe the action of moving back and forth, which is then replaced by a noun (shuttle) that represents the same action.

Additional Information

• Grapple: To struggle with something or someone. (किसी चीज़ या व्यक्ति से संघर्ष करना)
• Rupture: To break or burst suddenly. (अचानक टूटना या फूटना)
• Foster: To encourage or promote the development of something/someone. (किसी चीज़/किसी के विकास को प्रोत्साहित करना या बढ़ावा देना)

The correct answer is: Praise

Key Points

• The word "complaint" means expressing dissatisfaction or criticism. (असंतोष या आलोचना व्यक्त करना)
• Example: The customer filed a complaint with the company after receiving a damaged product in the mail.
• The antonym of this would be a positive sentiment like "praise".
• Marked option Praise means expressing approval, admiration, or compliments for someone's achievements, qualities, or actions. (किसी की उपलब्धियों, गुणों या कार्यों के लिए अनुमोदन, प्रशंसा या प्रशंसा व्यक्त करना)
• Example: The teacher praised the students for their exceptional performance on the project.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 3.

Additional Information

• Challenge means to invite or stimulate someone to take action or engage in a contest. (किसी को कार्रवाई करने या किसी प्रतियोगिता में भाग लेने के लिए आमंत्रित करना या उत्तेजित करना)
• Carp means to complain or find fault constantly about trivial matters. (छोटी-छोटी बातों पर लगातार शिकायत करना या गलतियाँ निकालना)
• Demur means to raise objections or show reluctance to do something. (आपत्ति उठाना या कुछ करने में अनिच्छा प्रकट करना)

The correct answer is: "Depend on me"

Key Points

• The original sentence contains an error with the word "dependent."
• Dependent is an adjective, while "depend" is the verb that should be used in this context.
• The phrase "depend on" means to rely on or trust someone or something.
• The preposition "on" is the correct one to use in this context.
• The correct sentence should convey the idea that the person can rely on or trust the speaker, making "depend" the appropriate choice.
• The corrected sentence, "You can always depend on me," is grammatically accurate and effectively communicates the intended meaning.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 4.

The correct answer is: Adventurous

Key Points

• The word 'adventurous' is an adjective that means willing to take risks and try new things. (साहसिक)
• It comes from the noun 'adventure', which refers to an exciting or unusual experience.
• Other synonyms for 'adventurous' include daring, bold, and fearless.
• Example: She was feeling adventurous and decided to try the spicy food.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 3.

Additional Information

• Resolute means determined and unwavering in one's beliefs or actions. (कृतसंकल्प)
• Desperate means feeling or showing a sense of hopelessness or despair. (निराशाजनक)
• Mythical means relating to or resembling myths or legends, often involving supernatural creatures or events. (पुराणकथा-संबंधी)

The correct answer is: Vibrancy.

Key Points

• Exuberance means overflowing energy and enthusiasm. (भरपूर ऊर्जा और उत्साह)
• Example: The exuberance of the crowd at the concert was infectious, with everyone dancing and singing along with the music.
• Vibrancy is a synonym of exuberance, meaning liveliness and energy. (जीवंतता और ऊर्जा)
• Example: The city's vibrant street markets, filled with colourful stalls and lively music, showcase the vibrancy of its diverse culture.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 1.

Additional Information

• Laziness: A disinclination to work or use energy; idleness. (आलस्य)
• Sympathy: Understanding and sharing feelings with someone in times of joy or sorrow; compassion. (सहानुभूति)
• Impartiality: Treating all parties, views, or people equally and without bias; fairness. (निष्पक्षता)

The correct answer is: "The lottery will be won by Rakesh."

Key Points