SSC CHSL Exam 2023 Tier-II Official Paper (Held On: 10 Jan, 2024 Shift 1). (Previous Year Paper)

Given:

Two pipes can fill a cistern separately in 36 minutes and 45 minutes, respectively.

A waste pipe can drain off 40 litres per minute.

If all three pipes are opened, the cistern fills in one hour.

Formula used:

Let the capacity of the cistern be x litres.

Rate of filling by the first pipe = x / 36 litres/minute

Rate of filling by the second pipe = x / 45 litres/minute

Rate of emptying by the waste pipe = 40 litres/minute

Net rate of filling when all three pipes are open = (x / 36) + (x / 45) - 40 litres/minute

Calculation:

The cistern fills in 60 minutes (1 hour), so:

⇒ (x / 36) + (x / 45) - 40 = x / 60

⇒ (5x / 180) + (4x / 180) - 40 = x / 60

⇒ (9x / 180) - 40 = x / 60

⇒ (1 / 20)x - 40 = x / 60

⇒ 3x - 2400 = x

⇒ 3x - x = 2400

⇒ 2x = 2400

⇒ x = 1200

∴ The capacity of the cistern is 1200 litres.

Given:

A hollow cube is made of paper to have a volume of 512 cubic units.

Formula used:

Volume of a cube (V) = side³

Surface area of a cube (A) = 6 × side²

Calculation:

Given volume, V = 512 cubic units

⇒ side³ = 512

⇒ side = 8 units

Surface area, A = 6 × side²

⇒ A = 6 × 8²

⇒ A = 6 × 64

⇒ A = 384 square units

∴ The correct answer is 384 square units.

Given:

Sohan sells sugar at the cost price but uses false weights thus gaining 28% profit.

Calculation:

Let the actual weight of sugar be W grams.

Since he gains 28% profit, we have:

Selling Price (SP) = Cost Price (CP) + 28% of CP

SP = CP + 0.28 × CP

SP = 1.28 × CP

Therefore, the weight he is giving is reduced by a factor of 1.28

Weight Sohan is giving = 3.2 kg / 1.28

⇒ Weight Sohan is giving = 3200 grams / 1.28

⇒ Weight Sohan is giving = 2500 grams

∴ The correct answer is  2500 grams.

Given:

Difference between a discount of 27% and two successive discounts of 20% and 10% = ₹56

Calculation:

Let the bill amount be ₹x.

Single discount of 27%:

Discount = 0.27x

Two successive discounts of 20% and 10%:

Effective discount = 1 - (1 - 0.20) × (1 - 0.10) = 1 - 0.80 × 0.90 = 1 - 0.72 = 0.28x

Difference between the discounts:

0.28x - 0.27x = ₹56

0.01x = ₹56

x = ₹56 / 0.01 = ₹5600

∴ The amount of the bill is ₹5600.

$\frac{\left(x^2-9\right) ×\left(9 x^2-1\right)}{\left(x-\frac{1}{3}\right) ×\left(1-\frac{x}{3}\right)}$ × $\frac{9}{\left(x+\frac{1}{3}\right)\left(1+\frac{x}{3}\right)}$

$\frac{\left(x-3)(x+3\right) ×(3x-1) (3x + 1)}{\left(\frac{3x-1}{3}\right) ×\left(\frac{3-x}{3}\right)}$ × $\frac{9}{\left(\frac{3x + 1}{3}\right)\left(\frac{3 + x}{3}\right)}$

⇒ $\frac{\left(-1)(x+3\right) × (3x + 1)}{\left(\frac {1}{3}\right) ×\left(\frac{1}{3}\right)}$ × $\frac{9~ × ~9}{\left({3x + 1}{}\right)\left({3 + x}{}\right)}$

⇒ $(-9)(x+3) × (3x + 1)$ × $\frac{81}{\left({3x + 1}{}\right)\left({3 + x}{}\right)}$

⇒  - 729

Shortcut Trick In height and distance problems, the relationship between height (h) and the difference in shadow length (d) for two angles of elevation θ1 and θ2 is given by: h = d ÷ (cot θ1 − cot θ2) Here, θ1 = 30°, θ2 = 45°, and d = 40 m. ⇒ h = 40 ÷ (cot 30° − cot 45°) = 40 ÷ (√3 − 1) ⇒ h = 40(√3 + 1) ÷ [(√3 − 1)(√3 + 1)] = 40(√3 + 1) ÷ (3 − 1) = 20(√3 + 1) ∴ The correct answer is 20(√3 + 1) m.

Alternate Method Given: Difference in shadow length (CD) = 40 m Sun's altitude at point C (θ1) = 45° Sun's altitude at point D (θ2) = 30° Let the Height of the tower (AB) be h meters.

Calculations: In right-angled triangle ΔABC: ⇒ tan 45° = AB ÷ BC ⇒ 1 = h ÷ BC ⇒ BC = h In right-angled triangle ΔABD: ⇒ tan 30° = AB ÷ BD ⇒ 1 ÷ √3 = h ÷ (BC + CD) ⇒ h + 40 = h√3 ⇒ 40 = h√3 − h ⇒ 40 = h(√3 − 1) ⇒ h = 40 ÷ (√3 − 1) Rationalizing the denominator: ⇒ h = [40 × (√3 + 1)] ÷ [(√3 − 1) × (√3 + 1)] ⇒ h = [40(√3 + 1)] ÷ (3 − 1) ⇒ h = 40(√3 + 1) ÷ 2 ⇒ h = 20(√3 + 1) ∴ The correct answer is 20(√3 + 1) m.

Additional Information Trigonometric Ratios for Standard Angles tan 30° = 1/√3, tan 45° = 1, tan 60° = √3. These are essential for solving Height and Distance problems. Angle of Elevation The angle formed by the line of sight with the horizontal when looking up at an object. As the observer moves away from the tower, the angle of elevation decreases. Distance-Height Relation Formula For a tower of height h, the distance d between two shadow points with angles α and β is d = h(cot α − cot β), where α < β.

Given:

The average salary of all 40 employees, including 35 non-teaching staff members, of a school is ₹4,000.

The average salary of the non-teaching staff members is ₹4,200.

Formula used:

Average Salary = Total Salary / Number of Employees

Calculation:

Total salary of all employees = 4000 × 40

⇒ Total salary of all employees = ₹160,000

Total salary of non-teaching staff = 4200 × 35

⇒ Total salary of non-teaching staff = ₹147,000

Total salary of remaining staff = Total salary of all employees - Total salary of non-teaching staff

⇒ Total salary of remaining staff = 160,000 - 147,000

⇒ Total salary of remaining staff = ₹13,000

Number of remaining staff = 40 - 35

⇒ Number of remaining staff = 5

Average salary of remaining staff = Total salary of remaining staff / Number of remaining staff

⇒ Average salary of remaining staff = 13,000 / 5

⇒ Average salary of remaining staff = ₹2,600

∴ The correct answer is  ₹2,600

Given:

In △XYZ, XY = 5 cm, XZ = 7 cm, and Q is a point on YZ such that XQ bisects ∠X.

Formula used:

Angle Bisector Theorem: If a point Q lies on the bisector of ∠X in △XYZ, then YQ : QZ = XY : XZ.

Calculation:

Using Angle Bisector Theorem:

YQ : QZ = XY : XZ

⇒ YQ : QZ = 5 : 7

∴ The correct answer is  5 : 7

Given:

If a transversal intersects two parallel lines, and the difference between two interior angles on the same side of the transversal is 40º, then find the smallest angle among the interior angles.

Formula used:

Let the two interior angles on the same side of the transversal be x and y.

Since the lines are parallel, we know:

x + y = 180º (sum of interior angles on the same side of the transversal)

Given: x - y = 40º

Calculation:

We have the system of equations:

x + y = 180º

x - y = 40º

Adding these equations:

⇒ (x + y) + (x - y) = 180º + 40º

⇒ 2x = 220º

⇒ x = 110º

Substitute x back into x + y = 180º:

⇒ 110º + y = 180º

⇒ y = 70º

The smallest angle among the interior angles is 70º.

∴ The correct answer is 70º.

Given:

The ratio of the expenditure to the savings of Richa is 2:1.

Formula used:

Let expenditure be 2x and savings be x.

Income = Expenditure + Savings

Calculation:

Initial Income = 2x + x = 3x

New Expenditure = 2x × 1.15 = 2.3x

New Income = 3x × 1.20 = 3.6x

New Savings = New Income - New Expenditure

⇒ New Savings = 3.6x - 2.3x = 1.3x

Initial Savings = x

Percentage increase in savings = $\dfrac{1.3x - x}{x} \times 100$

⇒ Percentage increase in savings = $\dfrac{0.3x}{x} \times 100$

⇒ Percentage increase in savings = 30%

∴ The percentage increase in Richa's savings is 30%.

Given:

A boat is moving 3 km against the current of the stream in 1 hour and moves 1 km in the direction of the current in 12 minutes.

Formula used:

Speed of the boat in still water = (1/2) × (Speed against the current + Speed with the current)

Calculations:

Speed against the current = 3 km / 1 hour = 3 km/hr

Speed with the current = 1 km / 12 minutes = 1 km / 0.2 hours = 5 km/hr

Speed of the boat in still water = (1/2) × (3 km/hr + 5 km/hr) = 4 km/hr

Time taken to go 6 km in still water = 6 km / 4 km/hr = 1.5 hours

1.5 hours = 1 hour and 30 minutes

∴ The correct answer is 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Shortcut Trick Use the Empirical Formula: Mode = 3 × Median − 2 × Mean. Plug in the given values: Mean = ₹4,500 and Median = ₹4,900. Mode = (3 × 4900) − (2 × 4500) Mode = 14,700 − 9,000 = 5,700. ∴ The correct answer is ₹5,700. Alternate Method Given: Total workmen (N) = 100 Average (Mean) salary (μ) = ₹4,500 Median salary (M) = ₹4,900 Formula Used: In a moderately asymmetrical distribution, the relationship between Mean, Median, and Mode is: Mode = 3 Median − 2 Mean.

Calculations: ⇒ Mode = 3 × 4900 − 2 × 4500 ⇒ Mode = 14700 − 9000 ⇒ Mode = 5700 ∴ The correct answer is ₹5,700. Additional Information Symmetrical Distribution In a perfectly symmetrical distribution (Normal Curve), the Mean, Median, and Mode are all equal: Mean = Median = Mode. Positive vs Negative Skewness If Mean > Median > Mode, it is Positively Skewed. If Mode > Median > Mean, it is Negatively Skewed. Karl Pearson Formula The empirical relation is specifically accurate for unimodal and moderately skewed distributions.

Given:

The first eight multiples of 6 are: 6, 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 42, 48.

Formula used:

Average of n numbers = (Sum of n numbers) / n

Calculation:

Sum of the first eight multiples of 6 = 6 + 12 + 18 + 24 + 30 + 36 + 42 + 48

⇒ Sum = 216

⇒ Average = 216 / 8

⇒ Average = 27

∴ The correct answer is 27.

Shortcut Trick

Probability of Sudarsan not being selected = 1 − 1/3 = 2/3

Probability of Abraham not being selected = 1 − 1/5 = 4/5

Since the events are independent, the required probability is the product of individual non-selection probabilities.

Required Probability = 2/3 × 4/5 = 8/15

∴ The correct answer is 8/15.

Alternate Method

Given:

Probability of Sudarsan's selection P(S) = 1/3

Probability of Abraham's selection P(A) = 1/5

Formula Used:

For independent events A and B, P(none selected) = P(A') × P(B'), where P(X') = 1 − P(X).

Calculations:

⇒ Probability that Sudarsan is not selected P(S') = 1 − 1/3 = 2/3

⇒ Probability that Abraham is not selected P(A') = 1 − 1/5 = 4/5

⇒ Probability (None selected) = P(S') × P(A')

⇒ Required Probability = (2/3) × (4/5)

⇒ Required Probability = (2 × 4) / (3 × 5) = 8/15

∴ The correct answer is 8/15.

Additional Information

Independent Events

Two events are independent if the occurrence of one does not affect the occurrence of the other. For such events, P(A and B) = P(A) × P(B).

Complementary Events

The probability of an event not occurring is 1 minus the probability of the event occurring: P(A') = 1 − P(A).

At Least One Selected

The probability that at least one of them is selected is given by 1 − P(None selected). In this case, 1 − 8/15 = 7/15.

Given:

The age of the father 10 years ago was thrice the age of his son. Ten years hence, the father's age will be twice that of his son.

Formula used:

Let the present age of the father be F and the present age of the son be S.

10 years ago: F - 10 = 3(S - 10)

10 years hence: F + 10 = 2(S + 10)

Calculations:

From the first equation:

F - 10 = 3(S - 10)

⇒ F - 10 = 3S - 30

⇒ F = 3S - 20

From the second equation:

F + 10 = 2(S + 10)

⇒ F + 10 = 2S + 20

⇒ F = 2S + 10

Equating both expressions for F:

3S - 20 = 2S + 10

⇒ 3S - 2S = 10 + 20

⇒ S = 30

Substitute S into F = 2S + 10:

F = 2(30) + 10

⇒ F = 60 + 10

⇒ F = 70

Therefore, the ratio of their present ages is:

F : S = 70 : 30

⇒ 7 : 3

∴ The correct answer is 7 : 3

Shortcut Trick

Expenditure is directly proportional to the product of Price and Quantity.

Expenditure Ratio = (Price Ratio) × (Quantity Ratio)

Ratio = (3 × 4) : (4 × 7)

Ratio = 12 : 28 = 3 : 7

∴ The correct answer is 3 : 7.

Alternate Method

Given:

Ratio of prices of Coffee and Tea = 3 : 4

Ratio of quantities of Coffee and Tea = 4 : 7

Formula Used:

Total Expenditure = Price per unit × Quantity consumed

Calculations:

⇒ Let the prices of Coffee and Tea be 3x and 4x respectively.

⇒ Let the quantities consumed of Coffee and Tea be 4y and 7y respectively.

⇒ Expenditure on Coffee = Price × Quantity = 3x × 4y = 12xy

⇒ Expenditure on Tea = Price × Quantity = 4x × 7y = 28xy

⇒ Required Ratio = (Expenditure on Coffee) / (Expenditure on Tea)

⇒ Ratio = 12xy / 28xy

⇒ Ratio = 12 / 28

⇒ Ratio = 3 / 7

∴ The correct answer is 3 : 7.

Additional Information

Compound Ratio

When two or more ratios are multiplied together (a/b × c/d), the result is called the Compound Ratio (ac/bd).

Constant Expenditure Rule

If the expenditure remains constant, the Price and Quantity are inversely proportional (Price ∝ 1/Quantity).

Percentage Change in Expenditure

If price increases by a% and consumption increases by b%, the net change in expenditure is (a + b + ab/100)%.

Given:

The base of a right prism is an equilateral triangle with each side measuring 4 cm. The lateral surface area is 120 cm².

Formula used:

Volume of prism = Base Area × Height

Base Area of equilateral triangle = $\dfrac{\sqrt{3}}{4} \times \text{side}^2$

Lateral Surface Area = Perimeter of base × Height

Calculation:

Perimeter of base = 3 × 4 = 12 cm

Lateral Surface Area = Perimeter of base × Height

120 = 12 × Height

⇒ Height = $\dfrac{120}{12}$

⇒ Height = 10 cm

Base Area = $\dfrac{\sqrt{3}}{4} \times 4^2$

⇒ Base Area = $\dfrac{\sqrt{3}}{4} \times 16$

⇒ Base Area = 4$\sqrt{3}$ cm²

Volume = Base Area × Height

⇒ Volume = 4$\sqrt{3}$ × 10

⇒ Volume = 40$\sqrt{3}$ cm³

∴ The correct answer is 40$\sqrt{3}$ cm3

Given:

The runs scored by 11 players in a cricket match are: 7, 16, 121, 51, 101, 81, 1, 16, 9, 11, 16

Formula used:

Median is the middle value in an ordered list of numbers.

If the number of observations (n) is odd, the median is the value at position$\left(\frac{n+1}{2}\right)$

Calculation:

First, order the data in ascending order:

1, 7, 9, 11, 16, 16, 16, 51, 81, 101, 121

Number of observations (n) = 11

Position of the median = $\left(\frac{11+1}{2}\right)$

⇒ Position of the median = 6

The value at the 6^th position is 16.

∴ The median of the data is 16.

Given:

Principal (P) = ₹2,500

Amount (A) = ₹4,100

Rate (r) = 16% p.a.

Formula used:

Simple Interest (SI) = P × r × t / 100

Amount (A) = P + SI

Calculations:

According to formula:   Amount (A) = P + SI

4100 = 2500 + (2500 × 16 × t / 100)

⇒ 4100 = 2500 + 400t

⇒ 4100 - 2500 = 400t

⇒ 1600 = 400t

⇒ t = 1600 / 400

⇒ t = 4 years

∴ The correct answer is 4 years.

Given:

A right rectangular box's measurements are 1.6 m long, 90 cm wide, and 60 cm in height. Soap cakes have measurements of 6 cm × 5 cm × 40 mm.

Formula used:

Volume of the box = Length × Width × Height

Volume of a soap cake = Length × Width × Height

Number of soap cakes = Volume of the box / Volume of a soap cake

Calculation:

Convert all measurements to cm:

1.6 m = 160 cm

40 mm = 4 cm

Volume of the box = 160 cm × 90 cm × 60 cm

⇒ Volume of the box = 864000 cm³

Volume of a soap cake = 6 cm × 5 cm × 4 cm

⇒ Volume of a soap cake = 120 cm³

Number of soap cakes = 864000 cm³ / 120 cm³

⇒ Number of soap cakes = 7200

∴ The number of soap cakes that can be packed in the box is 7200.

Given:

Total amount = ₹7,786

Ratio of A to B = 3 : 4

Ratio of B to C = 12 : 13

Formula used:

Combine the ratios to find the individual shares.

Calculation:

Ratio of A to B = 3 : 4

Ratio of B to C = 12 : 13

To combine these ratios, make the common term (B) equal in both ratios:

Ratio of A to B = 3 : 4 (multiply by 3)

⇒ 9 : 12

Ratio of B to C = 12 : 13

Combined ratio of A : B : C = 9 : 12 : 13

Total parts = 9 + 12 + 13 = 34

Share of B = (Total amount × Share of B) / Total parts

⇒ (₹7,786 × 12) / 34

⇒ ₹2,748 

∴ The amount of money received by B is ₹2,748.

Shortcut Trick

For two points on the same side of a tower with angles θ₁ and θ₂, height h = d ÷ (cotθ₂ − cotθ₁).

Here, distance d = 10 m, θ₁ = 60°, and θ₂ = 30°.

⇒ h = 10 ÷ (cot 30° − cot 60°) = 10 ÷ (√3 − 1/√3) = 10 ÷ (2/√3) = 5√3 m.

∴ The correct answer is 5√3 m.

Alternate Method

Given: Distance PQ = 10 m, ∠P = 60°, ∠Q = 30°. Let height of pole be h.

Formula Used: tan θ = Perpendicular / Base

⇒ In Δ right-angled at pole base (O), OP = h ÷ tan 60° = h/√3.

⇒ In Δ right-angled at pole base (O), OQ = h ÷ tan 30° = h√3.

⇒ PQ = OQ − OP (Assuming P and Q on the same side as per official answer logic).

⇒ 10 = h√3 − h/√3

⇒ 10 = (3h − h) / √3

⇒ 10 = 2h / √3

⇒ h = 5√3 m.

∴ The correct answer is 5√3 m.

Additional Information

Standard Ratios for 30°-60°-90° Triangle

In a 30°-60°-90° triangle, the sides opposite to the angles are in the ratio 1 : √3 : 2.

Angle of Elevation and Distance

As the observer moves closer to the object, the angle of elevation increases (e.g., from 30° to 60°).

Opposite Side Case

If points were on opposite sides, the distance would be OQ + OP, leading to h = 10√3/4 = 2.5√3 m.

Given:

A sells a watch to B at a profit of 33% and B sells it to C at a loss of 20%. If C pays ₹532, then what was the cost price for A?

Formula used:

Cost price for B = Selling price for C ÷ (1 - Loss%)

Cost price for A = Cost price for B ÷ (1 + Profit%)

Calculation:

Cost price for B = ₹532 ÷ (1 - 0.20)

⇒ Cost price for B = ₹532 ÷ 0.80

⇒ Cost price for B = ₹665

Cost price for A = ₹665 ÷ (1 + 0.33)

⇒ Cost price for A = ₹665 ÷ 1.33

⇒ Cost price for A = ₹500

∴ The correct answer is  500.

Given:

The sum of the ages of a son and father is 52 years; after four years the age of the father will be four times that of the son.

Formula used:

Let the present age of the son be S and the present age of the father be F.

S + F = 52  ....(1)

F + 4 = 4(S + 4)

Calculation:

S + F = 52

F + 4 = 4(S + 4)

⇒ F + 4 = 4S + 16

⇒ F = 4S + 12

Substitute F in the first equation:

S + 4S + 12 = 52

⇒ 5S + 12 = 52

⇒ 5S = 40

⇒ S = 8

∴ The present age ( in years) of the son is 8.

Given:

(∛(∛343))³ × (∛(∛216))³

Formula used:

(∛a)³ = a

Calculation:

(∛(∛343))³

→ (∛(343^1/3))³

→ 343^{(1/3 × 1/3) × 3}

→ 343^1/3

→ 7

(∛(∛216))³

→ (∛(216^1/3))³

→ 216^{(1/3 × 1/3) × 3}

→ 216^1/3

→ 6

Multiply the results:

→ 7 × 6 = 42

Therefore, the simplified value is 42.

Given:

The measures of two angles of a triangle are in the ratio 3:7. The sum of these two measures is equal to the measure of the third angle.

Formula used:

Sum of angles in a triangle = 180º

Calculation:

Let the measures of the two angles be 3x and 7x.

Sum of these two angles = 3x + 7x = 10x

Given that the sum of these two measures is equal to the measure of the third angle.

⇒ Third angle = 10x

Sum of all angles in a triangle = 180º

⇒ 3x + 7x + 10x = 180º

⇒ 20x = 180º

⇒ x = 180º / 20

⇒ x = 9º

Smallest angle = 3x

⇒ Smallest angle = 3 × 9º

⇒ Smallest angle = 27º

∴ The correct answer is 27º

Given:

$\sqrt{625}$ + $\sqrt{\frac{625}{100}}$ + $\sqrt{\frac{625}{10000}}$ + $\sqrt{\frac{625}{1000000}}$

Formula used:

$\sqrt{a} + (\sqrt{\frac{a}{b}}) + \sqrt{\frac{a}{b^2}} + \sqrt{\frac{a}{b^3}}$

Calculation:

$\sqrt{625} = 25$

$\sqrt{\frac{625}{100}} = \sqrt{6.25} = 2.5$

$\sqrt{\frac{625}{10000}} = \sqrt{0.0625} = 0.25$

$\sqrt{\frac{625}{1000000}} = \sqrt{0.00625} = 0.025$

⇒ 25 + 2.5 + 0.25 + 0.025

⇒ 27.775

∴ The value is 27.775

Given:

In an election, a candidate who gets 90% votes is elected by a margin of 800 votes.

Formula used:

Let total votes be x.

Then, 90% of x - 10% of x = 800

Calculation:

90% of x - 10% of x = 800

⇒ 0.9x - 0.1x = 800

⇒ 0.8x = 800

⇒ x = $\dfrac{800}{0.8}$

⇒ x = 1000

∴ The total number of votes polled is 1000.

Given:

Principal (P) = ₹6,000

Rate for 1^st year (r₁) = 2.5%

Rate for 2^nd year (r₂) = 2%

Time (t) = 2 years

Formula used:

Amount after 1^st year, A₁ = P × (1 + r₁/100)

Amount after 2^nd year, A₂ = A₁ × (1 + r₂/100)

Compound Interest (CI) = A₂ - P

Calculations:

A₁ = 6000 × (1 + 2.5/100)

⇒ A₁ = 6000 × 1.025

⇒ A₁ = 6150

A₂ = 6150 × (1 + 2/100)

⇒ A₂ = 6150 × 1.02

⇒ A₂ = 6273

CI = A₂ - P

⇒ CI = 6273 - 6000

⇒ CI = 273

∴ The correct answer is ₹273.

Given:

Prime numbers between 69 and 92 are: 71, 73, 79, 83, 89

Formula used:

Average = (Sum of prime numbers) / (Number of prime numbers)

Calculations:

Sum of prime numbers = 71 + 73 + 79 + 83 + 89

⇒ Sum = 71 + 73 + 79 + 83 + 89 = 395

Number of prime numbers = 5

⇒ Average = 395 / 5

⇒ Average = 79

∴ The correct answer is 79.

The logic followed here is,

Hence, the correct answer is "NKMEZ".

The logic followed here is,

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

The logic followed here is:

Logic: Both the words of the pair are synonyms.

Bewilder: Confuse

→ Bewilder means to confuse and surprise. 

→ Both are synonyms.

Harmony: Concord 

→ Harmony means a state of agreement. Concord means peace and agreement.

→ Both are synonyms.

Let's check each option,

1) Fierce: Gentle → Both are antonym.

2) Ponder: Contemplate → Ponder means to think about something for a long time. Contemplate means to think carefully about something. Both are synonym.

3) Docile: Defiant → Both are antonym.

4) Timid: Bold → Both are antonym.

Hence, the correct answer is "Ponder: Contemplate".

The given statement is: P ≤ L ≥ M ≥ N = U < V < G

Conclusions:

I. P > V → False (There is no definite relation; P ≤ L ≥ M ≥ N = U < V)

II. G ≤ L → False (There is no definite relation; L ≥ M ≥ N = U < V < G)

Hence, the correct answer is "Neither conclusion I nor II is true".

The second, third, fifth and seventh letters of the word TOURIST are "O, U, I, T'.

→ Here, we can see that no word can be formed using these letters. 

Hence, the correct answer is "None".

The least possible venn diagram is shown below,

Conclusions:

1. Some berries are plums → True (Some plums are berries implies that some berries are plums).
2. All plums are apples → False (All apples are plums implies that all plums can be apples. This is possible but not definite).
3. Some coconuts are berries → True (Some berries are coconuts implies that some coconuts are berries).

Hence, the correct answer is "Both conclusions 1 and 3 follow".

The logic followed here is:

Logic: Second number = First number × 9

Let's check each option,

1) 14 - 126 

→ 126 = 14 × 9

2) 31 - 280

→ 280 ≠ 31 × 9 ⇒ Doesn't follow the logic.

3) 25 - 225

→ 225 = 25 × 9

4) 12 - 108

→ 108 = 12 × 9

Hence, the correct answer is "31 - 280".

Given equation: 163 ÷ 5 + 147 × 7 − 19 =?

After interchanging the signs, the equation we get: 163 × 5 - 147 ÷ 7 + 19 =?

→ 163 × 5 - 147 ÷ 7 + 19 =?

→ 163 × 5 - 21 + 19 =?

→ 815 - 21 + 19 =?

→ 834 - 21 =?

→ 813 =?

Hence, the correct answer is "813".

The logic followed here is:

Logic: Second number = First number × 5

11: 55

→ 55 = 11 × 5

12: 60

→ 60 = 12 × 5

Similarly,

15: ?

→ ? = 15 × 5 = 75

Hence, the correct answer is "75".

The logic followed here is:

Logic: First number = Second number × 2

Let's check each option,

1) 364 - 182

→ 364 = 182 × 2

2) 438 - 219

→ 438 = 219 × 2

3) 524 - 260 

→ 524 ≠ 260 × 2 ⇒ Doesn't follow the logic.

4) 986 - 493

→ 986 = 493 × 2

Here, we can see that only Option 3 doesn't follow the logic.

Hence, the correct answer is "524 - 260".

The water reflection of the given figure is shown below,

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

The given statement is: Voltage fluctuation in A’s home has damaged many of his new electrical appliances.

Courses of action:

I) A should consult an electrician and install a device to safeguard appliances against fluctuations in voltage → True (This action addresses the root cause of the problem (voltage fluctuations) and provides a preventive measure to protect appliances in the future).

II) A must replace all the appliances → False (This action addresses the damage that has already occurred but does not provide a solution to prevent future damage from voltage fluctuations. While replacing damaged appliances may be necessary, it does not solve the underlying issue).

Hence, the correct answer is "Only I follows".

The logic followed here is:

Logic: The second word is used to store or keep the first word.

1) Water - bottles → Water is stored in bottles.

2) Clothes - wardrobes → Clothes are kept in wardrobes.

3) Money - wallets → Money is kept in wallets.

4) Rice - eat → This pair represents an action (to eat) performed on rice ⇒ Doesn't follow the logic.

Hence, the correct answer is "Rice - eat".

According to the given information,

Given:- Neha is 10^th from the right end and Nalin is 12^th from the left end.

Here, we can see that zero people are standing between Neha and Nalin.

Hence, the correct answer is "Zero".

According to the given information,

Here, we can see that the code for 'B' is '~'.

Hence, the correct answer is "~".

Logic: The given pair of words are synonyms of each other. 

Quench : Satisfy → Quench means to satisfy one's needs or thirst. Quench is a synonym of satisfy. 

Nurture : Foster → Both these words means to help something to grow. Nurture is a synonym of foster. 

Now,  we check the options one by one as follows:

Option 1) Yield : Resist → Yield is an antonym of Resist.

Option 2) Jealous : Content → Jealous is an antonym of Content.

Option 3) Lethargic : Energetic → Lethargic is the antonym of Energetic. 

Option 4) Ingenious : Clever → Ingenious is a synonym of Clever. Both the words mean the same. 

Therefore, Ingenious : Clever is the word-pair which follows a similar relationship. 

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

Given:

Statements :

Some bells are pumps.

All pumps are skates.

All bells are kites.

The least possible Venn Diagram is given as follows:

Conclusions :

1. Some kites are skates. → Follows. (Some bells are pumps. All pumps are skates. All bells are kites. So, some kites are definitely skates.)
2. Some skates are bells. → Follows. (Some bells are pumps. All pumps are skates. All bells are kites. So, some skates are definitely bells.)
3. Some skates are pumps. → Follows. (All pumps are skates and so, some skates are definitely pumps.)

Therefore, all the conclusions follow. 

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

Given: 82 is related to 41 following a certain logic. Following the same logic, 94 is related to 47. 

Logic: First number = 2 × Second number. 

For 82 is related to 41-

→ 82 = 2 × 41

→ 82 = 82

For 94 is related to 47-

→ 94 = 2 × 47

→ 94 = 94

Similarly, 66 is related as-

→ 66 = 2 × 33

→ 66 = 66

Therefore, 66 is related to 33 by the same logic.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

The image obtained when the paper is unfolded is as shown below:

Hence, the correct answer is " Option 1".

Given: A, B, C, D, E and F live on six different floors of the same building. The lowermost floor in the building is numbered 1, the floor above it, number 2, and so on, till the topmost floor is numbered 6.

Based on the given conditions, we get the following arrangements:

1. E lives on an odd-numbered floor but not on floor number 5.
2. Only one person lives between E and C.

From these, we get these two cases as follows:

3. B lives on a lower floor than C. This eliminates Case 1 from above, and we get-

4. A does not live on the topmost floor.
5. D lives immediately above F.

From these, we get the final floor arrangement as follows:

Therefore, D lives on the topmost floor.

Hence, the correct answer is “Option 3”.

Given equation: 617 ÷ 3 − 84 + 515 × 5 = ?

Given: ‘+’ and ‘–‘ are interchanged and ‘×’ and ‘÷’ are interchanged. 

→ 617 ÷ 3 − 84 + 515 × 5 = ?

→ 617 × 3 + 84 - 515 ÷ 5 = ?

→ 617 × 3 + 84 - 103 = ?

→ 1851 + 84 - 103 = ?

→ 1935 - 103 = ?

→ 1832 = 1832

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

Given: GA_B M_PB SA_B YAB_ _AHB

We check the options one by one as follows:

Option 1) GAAB/ MWPB/ SABB/ YABU/ YAHB → There is no clear pattern here. 

Option 2) GAJB/ MAPB/ SAVB/ YABB/ EAHB →  There is a clear pattern followed here which is given as follows:

Option 3) GAMB/ MFPB/ SAGB/ YABT/ YAHB  → There is no clear pattern here. 

Option 4) GACB/ MHPB/ SAFB/ YABJ/ KAHB → There is no clear pattern here. 

Therefore, the correct combination of letters is JAVBE. 

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

Given:  4 is related to 40 following a certain logic. Following the same logic, 12 is related to 120. 

Logic: First number × 10 = Second number. 

For 4 is related to 40-

→ 4 × 10 = 40

→ 40 = 40

For 12 is related to 120-

→ 12 × 10 = 120

→ 120 = 120

Similarly, 15 is related as-

→ 15 × 10

→ 150 = 150

Therefore, 15 is related to 150 by the same logic.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

Given: 

Statement :

All mammals are warm - blooded animals.

Inferences :

I. Dogs are warm - blooded animals. → Can be derived. (All breeds of dogs are mammals, which live on land. So, dogs are warm blooded animals.)

II. All warm - blooded creatures are mammals. → Cannot be derived. (The converse of the given statement cannot be inferred as it may or may not be true. All warm blooded creatures are mammals cannot be inferred hence.)

Therefore, only inference I can be derived. 

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

Logic: All the give figures except one are squares with one darkened inner triangle and three similar symbols inside. 

Figure B is a hexagon with only two symbols inside. 

Therefore, figure B doesn't belong to the group. 

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

Logic: The number of petals in figure B is 3 less than that in figure A.

For figure A and B, we get-

Similarly, 

For figure C, 

Therefore, only the figure in option 4 has 5 outside flag-like figures. 

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

Given word: SAVOUR

 (left)  S A V O U R (right)

The first, fourth, fifth and sixth letters of the word SAVOUR (when counted from left to right) are S, O, U, and R.

Thus, the meaningful four letter English words which can be formed are - SOUR and OURS.

Therefore, two meaningful four letter English words can be formed. 

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

Given:

Statement : T ≥ M < W = P ≥ Q > R ≤ S

Conclusions :

I. P ≤ M → False. (M < W = P, this clearly indicates that M < P.)

II. Q > T →  False. (T ≥ M < W = P ≥ Q, it gives no direct relation between Q and T.)

Therefore, neither conclusion I nor II is true.

Given: CB_W V_SP _NLI HG_B A_XU 

We check the options one by one as follows:

Option 1) CBXW/ VUSP/ ONLI/ HGFB/ AYXU → There is no clear pattern here. 

Option 2)  CBXW/ VUSP/ ONLI/ HGEB/ AZXU → There is no clear pattern here. 

Option 3) CBXW/ VUSP/ ONLI/ HGEB/ AYXU  → There is no clear pattern here. 

Option 4) CBZW/ VUSP/ ONLI/ HGEB/ AZXU → There is a pattern followed here which is given as follows:

Therefore, the correct combination of letters is ZUOEZ. 

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

Given:  ‘4378’ is coded as ‘IDOL’ and ‘7832’ is coded as ‘IDLE’.

The logic is as follows:

So, the codes for 7, 8, 3 are I, D and L but not in any particular order as it cannot be determined exactly. 

'4' is coded as 'L'. 

'2' is coded as 'E'. 

Therefore, '2' is coded as 'E'. 

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

The correct answer is: Decline.

Key Points

• The word "decadence" refers to a state of moral or cultural decline characterized by excessive indulgence in pleasure or luxury. (पतन)
• Example: The decadence of the Roman Empire is often cited as a reason for its fall.
• "Decline" means a gradual and continuous loss of strength, numbers, quality, or value. (अवनति)
• Example: The decline of traditional industries has led to economic hardship in many areas.
• Hence, we can infer that "decline" is a synonym of "decadence".

Therefore, the correct answer is: Decline.

Additional Information

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

• Liberate (मुक्त करना): To set someone free from a situation, especially imprisonment or slavery.
• Example: The soldiers were sent to liberate the hostages from the terrorists.
• Dispirited (निराश): Having lost enthusiasm and hope; disheartened.
• Example: The team felt dispirited after their defeat in the finals.
• Flowering (खिलना): The process of developing fully and producing flowers.
• Example: The flowering of the cherry blossoms attracts many tourists each year.

The correct answer is: Option 3.

Key Points

• The idiom "Don't judge a book by its cover" means that one should not judge the value or worth of something or someone based solely on outward appearances. (किसी चीज़ या व्यक्ति को केवल बाहरी दिखावट के आधार पर नहीं आंकना चाहिए।)
• Example: Just because he dresses shabbily doesn't mean he's not a successful businessman. Don't judge a book by its cover.
• Shyama looks innocent, but in reality, she is cunning implies that appearances can be deceiving, which aligns perfectly with the idiom "Don't judge a book by its cover." (शयामा मासूम दिखती है, लेकिन वास्तव में वह चालाक है।)
• Example: Although the house looked small from the outside, it was surprisingly spacious inside. Don't judge a book by its cover.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 3.

Additional Information

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

• Fortune favours the brave (साहसी लोगों का भाग्य साथ देता है): This idiom means that people who take risks often succeed.
• Example: She decided to start her own business, and it turned out to be very successful. Fortune favours the brave.
• Beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder (सौंदर्य देखने वाले की आँखों में होता है): This means that the perception of beauty is subjective.
• Example: He finds modern art beautiful, while others don't. Beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder.
• Don't put all your eggs in one basket (सभी अंडे एक ही टोकरी में न रखें): This means one should not concentrate all efforts and resources in one area as one could lose everything.
• Example: He invested all his money in one company, and it went bankrupt. Don't put all your eggs in one basket.

The correct answer is: Option(4) i.e. Sedative.

Key Points

• The word "Sedative" means a drug or other substance that induces sleep or drowsiness. (नींद लाने वाली दवा)
• Example: The doctor prescribed a sedative to help the patient sleep better.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Sedative.

Additional Information

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

• Energetic (ऊर्जावान): Showing or involving great activity or vitality.
• Example: The energetic children were playing outside all day.
• Reviver (पुनर्जीवित करने वाला): Something that revives or revitalizes.
• Example: The cold juice acted as a reviver on the hot summer day.
• Stimulant (उत्तेजक): A substance that raises levels of physiological or nervous activity in the body.
• Example: Caffeine is a common stimulant found in coffee.

The correct answer is '1' i.e. He asked the mechanic if he would have the car ready by the next morning.

Key Points

• The sentence in direct speech is a question in the future tense.
• When converting it to reported speech, "said to" changes to "asked" because it's a question.
• The future tense "will you" changes to "would he" to maintain the correct sequence of tenses.
• "By tomorrow morning" is correctly converted to "by the next morning" in reported speech.

Hence, the correct answer is option 1.

The correct answer is '4' i.e. The river Ganga has some of the purest water on earth.

Key Points

• The original sentence uses the comparative form "purer."
• In the superlative degree, the comparative adjective "purer" changes to "purest."
• The correct superlative phrase is "some of the purest water on earth."

Hence, the correct answer is option 4.

The correct answer is '3' i.e. A new house was built by them last year.

Key Points

• In the active voice, the subject "they" performs the action "built" on the object "a new house."
• In the passive voice, the object "a new house" becomes the subject.
• The verb "built" changes to "was built" to match the tense and maintain the passive construction.
• The original sentence’s time reference "last year" remains the same.

Hence, the correct answer is option 3.

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. considered pseudoscience.

Key Points

• A definite article "a" is required before "pseudoscience" to be grammatically correct.
• The correct phrase should be "considered a pseudoscience."
• The other parts of the sentence are grammatically correct.

Hence, the part with the error is option 4.

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Meera is the elder.

Key Points

• The term "elder" is used when comparing only two people. Since there are three sisters, the correct term is "eldest."
• The corrected phrase should be "Meera is the eldest."
• The other parts of the sentence are grammatically correct.

Hence, the part with the error is option 4.

The correct answer is: Option 1 i.e. Getting a preview of something.

Key Points

• The phrase "sneak peek" means getting a brief and informal preview of something. (झलक)
• Example: The author gave a sneak peek of her upcoming novel to a select group of fans.
• "Getting a preview of something" refers to seeing or experiencing a part of something before it is fully available. (पूर्वावलोकन)
• Example: We got a preview of the new movie before its official release.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 1 i.e. Getting a preview of something.

Additional Information

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

• To try something new (कुछ नया आजमाना): It means to experience or attempt something that one has not done before.
• Example: She decided to try something new and joined a cooking class.
• Sending a brief letter (संक्षिप्त पत्र भेजना): It refers to the act of sending a short written message.
• Example: He sent a brief letter to his parents explaining his absence.
• To be in a winning position (जीत की स्थिति में होना): It means to be in a favorable position to win or succeed.
• Example: The team was in a winning position after scoring the last goal.

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. are working.

Key Points

• The sentence begins with "Currently," indicating an action that is happening at the present moment.
• The present continuous tense "are working" correctly expresses ongoing action.
• The other options do not fit the context of an ongoing current action:
• "Worked" is past tense.
• "Have worked" is present perfect tense.
• "Were working" is past continuous tense.

Hence, the correct answer is option 2.

The correct answer is: Option 2.

Key Points

• The idiom "Keep your chin up" means to remain positive and optimistic, especially during difficult times. (मुश्किल समय में सकारात्मक और आशावादी बने रहना)
• Example: Even after losing the match, the coach told the players to keep their chins up and focus on the next game.
• Despite facing setbacks, she remained positive and determined to achieve her goals means that even though she encountered difficulties, she stayed hopeful and focused on her objectives. (वह कठिनाइयों का सामना करने के बावजूद सकारात्मक और अपने लक्ष्यों को प्राप्त करने के लिए दृढ़ संकल्पित रही)
• Example: After several failed attempts, he kept his chin up and eventually succeeded in passing the exam.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 2.

Additional Information

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

• Option 1: The students diligently completed their homework assignments before the deadline (छात्रों ने समय सीमा से पहले अपने होमवर्क असाइनमेंट को परिश्रमपूर्वक पूरा किया)
• Example: The students were praised for their diligence in completing their homework on time.
• Option 3: The hiker enjoyed the breathtaking view from the mountaintop, taking in the natural beauty (पहाड़ी पर चढ़ने वाले ने पहाड़ की चोटी से लुभावने दृश्य का आनंद लिया और प्राकृतिक सुंदरता को आत्मसात किया)
• Example: The hiker was mesmerized by the panoramic view from the summit.
• Option 4: The scientist conducted experiments and gathered data to support his research hypothesis (वैज्ञानिक ने अपने शोध परिकल्पना का समर्थन करने के लिए प्रयोग किए और डेटा इकट्ठा किया)
• Example: The scientist's thorough experiments provided strong evidence for his hypothesis.

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. in an earlier job, he will never be.

Key Points

• The phrase "he will never be" is unnecessary as it introduces a redundant subject "he."
• The sentence already has a subject "A man who has been accused of fraud," making "he" redundant and incorrect.
• The corrected version should simply be "A man who has been accused of fraud in an earlier job will never be welcomed in any other organisation."
• The other parts of the sentence are grammatically correct.

Hence, the part with the error is option 4.

The correct answer is: Conceal.

Key Points

• The word "Denote" means to be a sign of; to indicate or represent something. (सूचित करना)
• Example: The red color on the map denotes danger zones.
• "Conceal" means to hide or keep something secret; to prevent something from being known or seen. (छुपाना)
• Example: She tried to conceal her disappointment when she didn't get the job.
• Hence, we can infer that the opposite of 'denote' is 'conceal'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Conceal.

Additional Information

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

• Convey (व्यक्त करना): To communicate or express something.
• Example: He tried to convey his feelings through a heartfelt letter.
• Conclude (निष्कर्ष निकालना): To bring something to an end or to reach a decision.
• Example: The meeting concluded with a vote of thanks.
• Convince (मनाना): To persuade someone to do something or to believe that something is true.
• Example: She managed to convince him to join the team.

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. bring up.

Key Points

• The phrasal verb "bring up" means to introduce or mention a topic in a conversation or discussion.
• The context of the sentence involves students sharing their ideas during a class discussion, which aligns with the meaning of "bring up."
• The other options do not fit the context:
• "Get on" means to proceed or make progress.
• "Put off" means to delay or postpone something.
• "Bring about" means to cause something to happen.

Hence, the correct answer is option 3.

The correct answer is: Option 1.

Key Points

• The word "authoreties" is incorrectly spelt. The correct spelling is "authorities". (अधिकारियों)
• Example: The authorities have taken strict measures to ensure public safety.
• "Authorities" refers to people or organizations having power or control in a particular, typically political or administrative, sphere. (अधिकारियों)
• Example: The local authorities are responsible for maintaining the infrastructure of the city.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 1.

Additional Information

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

• Locasion (स्थान): This is also incorrectly spelt. The correct spelling is "location". (स्थान)
• Example: The location of the new restaurant is perfect for attracting tourists.
• Remotness (दूरदराज): This is also incorrectly spelt. The correct spelling is "remoteness". (दूरदराज)
• Example: The remoteness of the village makes it a peaceful place to live.
• Deficult (कठिन): This is also incorrectly spelt. The correct spelling is "difficult". (कठिन)
• Example: Solving this puzzle is quite difficult.

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. has.

Key Points

• The verb "has" is used with singular subjects to form the present perfect tense.
• The subject "The war" is singular, so "has" is the correct form.
• The present perfect tense "has badly damaged" indicates that the damage occurred at an unspecified time before now and has a present relevance.
• The other options do not fit the grammatical structure:
• "Have" is used with plural subjects.
• "Was" is past tense and would require a different sentence structure.
• "Is" is present tense and would also require a different sentence structure.

Hence, the correct answer is option 1.

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. A challenging assignment has been given by Perumal to the newly admitted students.

Key Points

• In passive voice, the focus is on the action and the object rather than the subject.
• The original sentence is in the present perfect tense, "has given."
• The correct passive voice form for the present perfect tense is "has been given."
• Option 2 ("A challenging assignment will have been given") is in the future perfect tense, which does not match the original sentence.
• Option 3 ("A challenging assignment was given") is in the simple past tense, which does not match the original sentence.
• Option 4 ("A challenging assignment had been given") is in the past perfect tense, which does not match the original sentence.

Hence, the correct answer is option 1.

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. hand in.

Key Points

• The phrasal verb "hand in" means to submit something, particularly a piece of work or an assignment.
• The context of the sentence involves students submitting their essays, which fits the meaning of "hand in."
• The other options do not fit the context:
• "Land in" means to arrive at or come to a particular place or situation.
• "Put off" means to delay or postpone something.
• "Hand up" is not a commonly used phrasal verb and does not fit the context.

Hence, the correct answer is option 3.

The correct answer is: Catastrophe.

Key Points

• The word "Catastrophe" means a sudden violent event that brings about great loss or destruction. (आपदा)
• Example: The earthquake was a catastrophe that left thousands of people homeless.
• "Blockbuster" refers to something, especially a film or book, that is a great commercial success. (सुपरहिट)
• Example: The movie was a blockbuster, breaking all box office records.
• Hence, we can infer that the correct one-word substitute for a sudden violent event that brings about great loss or destruction is 'Catastrophe'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Catastrophe.

Additional Information

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

• Blockbuster (सुपरहिट): Something, especially a film or book, that is a great commercial success.
• Example: The movie was a blockbuster, breaking all box office records.
• Farce (मूर्खतापूर्ण नाटक): A comic dramatic work using buffoonery and horseplay.
• Example: The play turned out to be a farce, full of ridiculous situations and slapstick humor.
• Intrigue (षड्यंत्र): The secret planning of something illicit or detrimental.
• Example: The novel is full of intrigue, with numerous plot twists and hidden agendas.

The correct answer is: Option 1.

Key Points

• The word "Narcissist" means someone who has an excessive admiration for themselves. (आत्ममुग्ध व्यक्ति)
• Example: John's narcissistic behavior makes it difficult for him to maintain relationships.
• "Narcissist" refers to a person who is overly self-involved, often vain and selfish. (आत्मप्रेमी)
• Example: Her constant need for attention and admiration reveals her narcissistic tendencies.
• Hence, we can infer that the correct one-word substitute for someone who has too much admiration for themselves is 'Narcissist'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 1.

Additional Information

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

• Pantheist (सर्वेश्वरवादी): A person who believes that God is present in all natural things.
• Example: As a pantheist, she finds spirituality in nature and the universe.
• Misogamist (विवाह विरोधी): A person who hates marriage.
• Example: His views on marriage make him a misogamist.
• Misanthropist (मनुष्यद्वेषी): A person who dislikes humankind and avoids human society.
• Example: The old man was a misanthropist who lived alone in the woods.

The correct answer is: Option 2.

Key Points

• The word "Serene" means calm, peaceful, and untroubled. (शांत)
• Example: The lake was serene in the early morning, with no ripples disturbing its surface.
• "Calm" refers to a state of being free from agitation, excitement, or disturbance. (शांत)
• Example: She remained calm during the emergency, which helped everyone else stay composed.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 2.

Additional Information

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

• Chaotic (अराजक): Completely disordered or confused.
• Example: The office was chaotic after the announcement of the merger.
• Agitated (उत्तेजित): Feeling or appearing troubled or nervous.
• Example: She was visibly agitated after hearing the bad news.
• Angry (गुस्से में): Feeling or showing strong annoyance, displeasure, or hostility.
• Example: He was angry when he found out someone had scratched his car.

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. go.

Key Points

• The verb form after "did not" should be the base form of the verb.
• "Go" is the base form of the verb "to go."
• "Gone" is the past participle form, which is incorrect in this context.
• "Went" is the past tense form, but it is incorrect after "did not."
• "Going" is the present participle form, which is also incorrect in this context.

Hence, the correct answer is option 2.

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Anil told Ria that he knew where everything was kept in the kitchen.

Key Points

• In reported speech, present tense verbs are usually changed to their past tense forms.
• "I know" changes to "he knew" because "know" is in the present tense and must be changed to the past tense "knew."
• "Is kept" changes to "was kept" for the same reason, the present tense "is" changes to the past tense "was."
• The reporting verb "said to" changes to "told" since the sentence is an assertion, not a question.

Hence, the correct answer is option 4.

The part that contains the error is option 1 i.e. that the Monarchy is.

Key Points

• The error lies in the incorrect use of the article "the" before "Monarchy."
• The word "Monarchy" should not be preceded by "the" when it is used in a general sense.
• The correct sentence should be, "It is a well-known fact that Monarchy is not the best form of governance."
• The other parts of the sentence are grammatically correct.

Hence, the error is in option 1.