SSC GD Constable (2022) Official Paper (Held On : 02 Feb 2023 Shift 3) (Previous Year Paper)

The logic followed here is:

Similarly,

Hence, 'SAP26' is the correct answer.

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

1. micro
2. miles
3. mimic
4. miniature 
5. minute

Hence, '1, 3, 4, 5, 2' is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Hence, '430' is the correct answer.

The correct answer is Kerala.

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Hence, 'KLMN' is the correct answer.

H @ K % M # P & S → H is husband of K, K is sibling of M, M is father of P, P is daughter of S.

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

Clearly, S is sister-in-law of K.

Hence, ‘Sister-in-law’ is the correct answer.

The image embedded in given figure is as shown below:

Hence, 'option 4' is the correct answer.

The least possible Venn diagram is:    

Conclusions:

I. Some rooms are walls. → Does not follow (As, there is no definite relation between rooms and walls. Hence, false)

II. No trees are doors. → Follows (As, All trees are walls and No wall is a door, which implies no trees are doors)

III. All walls are trees. → Does not follow (As, All trees are walls, which implies some walls are trees)

Hence, ‘Only conclusion II follows’ is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Logic: First word describes the person and second word describes the place where the person works.

• Doctor: Hospital → Doctors work in Hospitals.

Similarly,

• Engineer: ? → Engineers work at site.

Hence, 'Site' is the correct answer.

Seven people I, J, K, L, M, N and O, are sitting in a straight row, facing the north.

1. Only five people sit to the left of M. 2. O is not an immediate neighbour of M.

 

3. I sits fourth to the right of J.

Case I:

Case II:

4. J sits third to the left of O.

The above statement is violated in Case II, so it is eliminated.

5. K sits to the immediate right of N. 

Case I:

L, the  only person left will occupy the vacant position.

Case I:

Clearly, L sits at the extreme right end of the row.

Hence, 'L' is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Logic: (Second number × 2) + 3 = Third number

• 31 : 14 → (14 × 2) + 3 = 28 + 3 = 31
• 23 : 10 → (10 × 2) + 3 = 20 + 3 = 23

Similarly,

• 39 : ? → (18 × 2) + 3 = 36 + 3 = 39

Hence, '18' is the correct answer.

1. Ken is sitting to the immediate right of Joe.
2. Jen is the immediate neighbour of Ben and Ken.
3. Kat is sitting to the immediate right of Ben.
4. Joe is sitting third to the left of Ben.

Mel, the only person left will occupy the vacant position.

Clearly, Joe is the immediate neighbour of Ken and Mel.

Hence, ‘Joe’ is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Hence, 'DRGF' is the correct answer.

1. 48 and 81

(81 ÷ 3 + 6) ÷ 11 = 48 - 27 ÷ 3 × 5

⇒ (27 + 6) ÷ 11 = 48 - 27 ÷ 3 × 5

⇒ 33 ÷ 11 = 48 - 27 ÷ 3 × 5

⇒  3 = 48 - 27 ÷ 3 × 5

⇒ 3 = 48 - 9 × 5

⇒ 3 = 48 - 45

⇒ 3 = 3

 

2. 5 and 6

(48 ÷ 3 + 5) ÷ 11 = 81 - 27 ÷ 3 × 6

⇒ (16 + 5) ÷ 11 = 81 - 27 ÷ 3 × 6

⇒ 21 ÷ 11 = 81 - 27 ÷ 3 × 6

⇒ 1.90 = 81 - 27 ÷ 3 × 6

⇒ 1.90 = 81 - 9 × 6

⇒ 1.90 = 81 - 54

⇒ 1.90 ≠ 27

3. 81 and 27

(48 ÷ 3 + 6) ÷ 11 = 27 - 81 ÷ 3 × 5

⇒ (16 + 6) ÷ 11 = 27 - 81 ÷ 3 × 5

⇒ 22 ÷ 11 = 27 - 81 ÷ 3 × 5

⇒ 2 = 27 - 81 ÷ 3 × 5

⇒ 2 = 27 - 27 × 5

⇒ 2 = 27 - 135

⇒ 2 ≠ -108

4. 11 and 5

(48 ÷ 3 + 6) ÷ 5 = 81 - 27 ÷ 3 × 11

⇒ (16 + 6) ÷ 5 = 81 - 27 ÷ 3 × 11

⇒ 22 ÷ 5 = 81 - 27 ÷ 3 × 11

⇒ 4.4 = 81 - 27 ÷ 3 × 11

⇒ 4.4 = 81 - 9 × 11

⇒ 4.4 = 81 - 99

⇒ 4.4 ≠ -18

Hence, ‘48 and 81’ is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Similarly,

Hence, 'WHPSOH' is the correct answer.

As 20 and 18 are the common faces on both the dice, the remaining faces 21 and 22 are opposite to each other.

Hence, ‘22’ is the correct answer.

The figure which is the exact mirror image of the given problem figure when the mirror is held at the right side is shown below:

Hence, 'option 1' is the correct answer.

1. × and -

60 ÷ 3 - 20 × 15 + 12 = 6

⇒ 20 - 20 × 15 + 12 = 6

⇒ 20 - 300 + 12 = 6

⇒ 32 - 300 = 6

⇒ -268 ≠ 6

2. - and +

60 ÷ 3 × 20 + 15 - 12 = 6

⇒ 20 × 20 + 15 - 12 = 6

⇒ 400 + 15 - 12 = 6

⇒ 415 - 12 = 6

⇒ 403 ≠ 6

3. ÷ and ×

60 × 3 ÷ 20 - 15 + 12 = 6

⇒ 60 × 0.15 - 15 + 12 = 6

⇒ 9 - 15 + 12 = 6

⇒ 21 - 15 = 6

⇒ 6 = 6

4. ÷ and -

60 - 3 × 20 ÷ 15 + 12 = 6

⇒ 60 - 3 × 20 ÷ 15 + 12 = 6

⇒ 60 - 3 × 1.33 + 12 = 6

⇒ 60 - 4 + 12 = 6

⇒ 72 - 4 = 6

⇒ 68 ≠ 6

Hence, ‘÷ and ×’ is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Logic: Second word is the name of the place where the first word lives.

• Lion : Den → Lion lives in Den.

Similarly,

• King : ? → King lives in Palace.

Hence, 'Palace' is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

(11 × 3) + 2 = 33 + 2 = 35

(35 × 2) - 1 = 70 - 1 = 69

(69 × 3) + 2 = 207 + 2 = 209

(209 × 2) - 1 = 418 - 1 = 417

(417 × 3) + 2 = 1251 + 2 = 1253

Hence, '1253' is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Logic: Second image is mirror image of the first one.

Similarly,

Hence, 'option 3' is the correct answer.

The correct answer is Paramveer Chakra.

Key Points

• The Paramveer Chakra is a military decoration awarded for acts of valor and bravery in the face of the enemy.
• The Arjuna Award is given to recognize outstanding achievement in sports at the national level.
• The Dronacharya Award is given to honor excellence in sports coaching.
• The Dhyan Chand Award is given for lifetime achievement in sports and games.

Additional Information

• The Paramveer Chakra is the highest military decoration in India, followed by the Mahavir Chakra and the Vir Chakra.
• The Arjuna Award was instituted in 1961 and has been awarded to many notable athletes, including Sachin Tendulkar, Sania Mirza, and Saina Nehwal.
• The Dronacharya Award was named after the legendary coach Dronacharya from the epic Mahabharata.
• The Dhyan Chand Award was named after the legendary hockey player Dhyan Chand, who won three Olympic gold medals for India.

The correct answer is option 1.

Key Points

• Dashahara is celebrated in the Hindu month of Ashwin, which falls in September or October according to the Gregorian calendar.
• It is a ten-day festival that marks the victory of Lord Rama over the demon king Ravana.
• The festival is celebrated with great fervor and enthusiasm all over India, with the burning of effigies of Ravana, his brother Kumbhakarna, and his son Meghnad.

Additional Information

• Dashahara is also known as Vijayadashami and is one of the major festivals of India.
• The festival is celebrated in different ways in different parts of India. In the eastern states of West Bengal, Odisha, and Assam, it marks the end of the Durga Puja festival, while in the southern state of Karnataka, it is celebrated as a day of victory of good over evil.
• In the northern state of Himachal Pradesh, Dashahara is celebrated as Kullu Dussehra, which is a week-long festival and attracts a large number of tourists every year.
• The festival is also associated with the harvest season and is a time for feasting and exchanging gifts with friends and family.

The correct answer is 1948.

Key Points

• The Minimum Wages Act was introduced in India in the year 1948.
• The act was enacted to provide for fixing minimum rates of wages in certain employments.
• The act aims to prevent the exploitation of workers who are engaged in industries where wages are generally low.
• The act also ensures that workers get a fair wage for the work they do.
• The act applies to both skilled and unskilled workers and is applicable to both the organized and unorganized sectors.

Additional Information

• The Minimum Wages Act was passed in the year 1948.
• The Minimum Wages Act states that wages should not be below a specified minimum.
• This law is meant to protect the interests of all workers particularly farm labourers, construction workers, factory workers, etc.
• It minimized the exploitation of workers to an extent.
• The main objectives of minimum wage legislation are:
• To protect the employees from getting underpaid by their employers
• To prevent the exploitation of a worker by the employer

The correct answer is Kunchu Kurup.

Key Points

• Kathakali is a classical dance form that originated in the Indian state of Kerala.
• Kunchu Kurup is a renowned Kathakali dancer who has contributed significantly to the development and popularization of the dance form.
• Kathakali uses minimal props in the recital however it uses elaborate facial makes with different colors and headgear for a different character.
• The different facial color used in Kathakali has its own significance as following
• Green-It represents royalty, divinity, and virtue.
• Red patches beside noses- It represent royalty.
• Black-Its used for evil and wickedness.
• Yellow for saints and women.
• A completely red-painted face indicates evil.
• White beard-It represents being with higher consciousness and divinity.
• Kathakali is an all-male troupe performance.
• Kathakali is a temple dance of Kerala.
• Kathakali has two forms of this dance Ramnattam and Krishnattam.
• Kathakali narrates episodes from Ramayana and Mahabharata.
• Darshana Jhaveri is a well-known contemporary dancer and choreographer, primarily associated with the Indian classical dance form of Bharatanatyam.
• Shovana Narayan is a Kathak dancer from India, known for her contributions to the field of Indian classical dance and her innovative approach to the art form.
• Vempati Chinna Satyam was a legendary Kuchipudi dancer, choreographer, and guru, who was instrumental in promoting and popularizing the dance form both in India and abroad.

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Additional Information 

The correct answer is the Identification Act, of 2022.

Key Points

• The Identification Act, of 2022 allows police officers or prison officers to collect certain identifiable information from convicts or those who have been arrested for an offense.
• The Criminal Procedure refers to the set of rules and regulations that govern the process of criminal trials and investigations.
• This identifiable information includes fingerprints, biological samples, and other personal information that can be used to identify the individual.
• Key Features of the Criminal Procedure (Identification) Act 2022
• The measurements that can be taken include:
• Fingerprints impressions
• Palm prints and footprints
• Photos
• Iris and retina scans
• Analysis of physical and biological samples
• Behavioral attributes
• Signature and Handwriting

 

Additional Information

• The Criminal Procedure refers to the set of rules and regulations that govern the process of criminal trials and investigations.
• The Identification Act, of 2022 is an important law that allows law enforcement officials to collect and use identifiable information to solve crimes and bring criminals to justice.
• The Samples Act, of 2022 is a hypothetical law and does not exist in reality.
• The Punishment Act, of 2022 is also a hypothetical law and does not exist in reality.
• The Marks Act, 2021 is not relevant to the given question and does not exist in reality.

The correct answer is 1976.

Key Points

• The term 'secular' was added to the Preamble of the Indian Constitution by the 42nd Amendment Act, 1976.
• The Preamble of the Indian Constitution originally did not contain the term 'secular'. It was added later to reflect the secular nature of the Indian state.
• The 42^nd Amendment Act, of 1976, was passed during the period of Emergency in India, and it brought about many significant changes to the Constitution.
• The ‘Preamble’ of the Constitution of India is a brief introductory statement that sets out the guiding purpose and principles of the document, and it indicates the source from which the document which derives its authority, meaning, the people.
• It was adopted on 26 November 1949 by the Constituent Assembly of India and came into effect on 26th January 1950.
• After the 42nd amendment, three new terms "Socialist, Secular, and Integrity" were added to the Preamble.
• 42^nd Amendment Act, 1976 is one of the most important amendments to the Indian Constitution.
• It was enacted by the Indian National Congress headed by Indira Gandhi.
• Due to the large number of amendments this act has brought to the Indian Constitution, it is also known as the ‘Mini-Constitution.’
• Only one time the Preamble was amended in 1976 till date.
• Thus, it is clear that through the 42nd Amendment the word 'secular' is added to the Preamble of the Indian Constitution.

Additional Information

• 41^st Amendment Act- Chairman and members of the State Public Service Commission's retirement age changed from 60 to 62 years(article 316).
• 43rd Amendment Act- 
• Deprived parliament to make law for anti-nationalists.
• Restoring judicial reviews and writs of SC and HC.
• 44^th Amendment Act- Right to property, not a fundamental right. It has been shifted from Article 31 to 300A.

The correct answer is Kerala.

Key Points

• Blossom shower is a natural phenomenon that occurs during the spring season.
• Kerala is known for its beautiful blossom shower where the hills and valleys are covered with pink and white flowers.
• The flowering season in Kerala generally starts in February and lasts till April.
• During this time, tourists from all over the world visit Kerala to witness the beauty of nature.
• West Bengal, Assam, and Uttar Pradesh also witness blossom showers but not as prominently as Kerala.

Additional Information

• West Bengal is known for its beautiful tea gardens and the best time to visit is during the monsoon season.
• Assam is known for its wildlife and tea plantations. The best time to visit is during the winter season.
• Uttar Pradesh is famous for the Taj Mahal and other historical monuments. The best time to visit is during the winter season

The correct answer is Sodium hydrogen carbonate.

 Key Points

 

• Baking soda is a commonly used household chemical compound that is also known as sodium bicarbonate or sodium hydrogen carbonate.
• The chemical formula of baking soda is NaHCO₃, which indicates that it consists of sodium (Na), hydrogen (H), carbon (C), and oxygen (O) atoms.
• When baking soda is heated or mixed with an acid, it releases carbon dioxide gas, which makes it useful as a leavening agent in baking and cooking.
• Sodium hydrogen carbonate is also used for various other purposes, such as an antacid to relieve heartburn and indigestion, a cleaning agent for removing stains and odors, and a fire extinguisher to smother small fires by releasing carbon dioxide.
• Sodium bicarbonate is popularly known as baking soda or bicarbonate of soda.
• Its chemical formula is NaHCO₃.
• Its IUPAC name is Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate.
• Sodium bicarbonate is an inorganic salt that can be used in various applications such as surface cleaning, neutralizer of acids, etc.
• It is manufactured by the Solvay Process in which a reaction in sodium chloride, ammonia, and carbon dioxide is carried out in the presence of water.
• It may also be prepared by passing the carbon dioxide in an aqueous solution of Sodium Hydroxide.
• Sodium bicarbonate is also known as an antacid that is used to relieve heartburn and acid indigestion.

Additional Information

• Calcium sulfate hemihydrate is a chemical compound that is used in the construction industry as a setting agent for plaster and cement.
• Calcium sulfate, is also known as gypsum or plaster of Paris, and is used for making molds, casts, and sculptures, as well as in the production of cement and fertilizer.
• Sodium carbonate is a chemical compound that is commonly known as washing soda or soda ash, and is used for various industrial and household purposes, such as making glass, paper, detergents, and soaps.

The correct answer is Infrastructure.

Key Points

• Infrastructure refers to the basic physical and organizational structures needed for the operation of a society or enterprise, including transportation, communication, and distribution networks.
• Supporting services in industrial and agricultural production require infrastructure such as roads, rail networks, ports, and airports to transport goods and raw materials.
• Domestic and foreign trade and commerce require infrastructure such as telecommunications networks, internet connectivity, and financial institutions to facilitate transactions.
• Education and communication are also important for economic development, but they are not directly related to providing support services in the main areas of production and trade.

Additional Information

• Education: Education is important for human capital development and innovation, which can contribute to economic growth. However, it is not a direct supporting service in the main areas of production and trade.
• Communication: Communication is essential for the exchange of information and ideas, but it is not a physical infrastructure required for production and trade.
• Trade: Trade refers to the exchange of goods and services between countries or regions, and it requires infrastructure such as transportation and communication networks to facilitate transactions.
• Infrastructure: Infrastructure includes physical structures such as roads, bridges, ports, and airports, as well as organizational structures such as financial institutions and regulatory frameworks. It is essential for economic development and growth.

The correct answer for the question "What was the popular name of the Landholders Society?" is option 1, "Landholders Society".

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Additional information:

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• The Landholders Society was formed in the 19th century in British India to represent the interests of the landed gentry.
  
• The society was mainly composed of British landlords and Indian zamindars (landowners).
  
• The Landholders Society was influential in shaping the land tenure system in India during the colonial period, which had a significant impact on the lives of millions of peasants and farmers.
  
• Option 2, "Tenant Society", refers to an organization representing the interests of tenants, who are people who rent land from landlords. This option is incorrect as the Landholders Society represented the interests of landlords, not tenants.
  
• Option 3, "Peasant Society", refers to an organization representing the interests of peasants, who are small-scale farmers. This option is incorrect as the Landholders Society represented the interests of large landowners, not peasants.
  
• Option 4, "Farmers Society", is a generic term that could refer to any organization representing the interests of farmers. This option is incorrect as the Landholders Society represented the interests of large landowners, not farmers in general.

The correct answer is reversible.

Key Points

• A reversible reaction is a chemical reaction in which the products can react to form the original reactants.
• Such reactions occur in both directions and reach a state of equilibrium where the forward and reverse reactions are balanced.
• An example of a reversible reaction is the formation of hydrogen iodide from hydrogen and iodine, and its decomposition back into hydrogen and iodine.
• Irreversible reactions, on the other hand, proceed only in one direction and cannot be reversed without the addition of another chemical reaction.
• Redox reactions involve the transfer of electrons from one reactant to another, resulting in a change in oxidation states. They can be reversible or irreversible depending on the reaction conditions.
• Displacement reactions involve the replacement of an ion in a compound by another ion. For example, the reaction between copper sulfate and iron produces iron sulfate and copper.

Additional Information

Chemical reaction:

• It is a process in which one or more substances, the reactants, are converted to one or more different substances, the products.
• A chemical reaction rearranges the constituent atoms of the reactants to create different substances as products.

Types of Chemical Reactions:

Combination reaction:

• Two or more elements or compounds combine together to form a single compound.
• Such reactions are represented by equations of the following form:     
• A + B → AB.

Decomposition reaction:

• The opposite of a combination reaction, a complex molecule breaks down to make simpler ones.
• Such reactions are represented by equations of the following form: 
• AB → A + B.

Precipitation reaction:

• Two solutions of soluble salts are mixed resulting in an insoluble solid (precipitate) forming.
• Such reactions are represented by equations of the following form: 
• A + Soluble salt B  → Precipitate + soluble salt C.

Neutralization reaction:

• An acid and a base react with each other. Generally, the product of this reaction is salt and water.
• Such reactions are represented by equations of the following form: 
• Acid + Base → Salt + Water.

Combustion reaction:

• Oxygen combines with a compound to form carbon dioxide and water.
• These reactions are exothermic, meaning they give off heat.
• Such reactions are represented by equations of the following form: 
• A + O2 → H2O + CO2.

Displacement reaction:

• One element takes place with another element in the compound.
• Such reactions are represented by equations of the following form: 
• A + BC → AC + B.

Oxidation:

• The addition of oxygen/electronegative element to a substance or removal of hydrogen/electropositive element from a substance is called oxidation.

Reduction:

• The removal of oxygen/electronegative elements from a substance or the addition of hydrogen/electropositive elements to a substance is called reduction.

​Oxidation and reduction always occur simultaneously, hence, the word “redox” was coined for this class of chemical reactions. 

  

In the above chemical reaction, Fe is getting oxidized to Fe₂O₃ while O₂ is reduced to Fe₂O₃

The correct answer is Legislative Assembly.

Key Points

• The Legislative Assembly participates in the election of the President of India.
• The President is elected through an electoral college consisting of the elected members of both Houses of Parliament and of the Legislative Assemblies of the States.
• The Legislative Council does not participate in the election of the President.
• The primary function of the Legislative Council is to act as a check on the Legislative Assembly and not to participate in the election of the President.
• The election of the President of India is an indirect election, where the people do not directly elect the President but instead elect representatives who then elect the President.

Additional Information

• The President is elected by the members of an electoral college consisting of the elected members of both the Houses of Parliament and the elected members of the Legislative Assemblies of States and the Union Territories of Delhi and Pondicherry.
• Article 52 of the Constitution of India deals with the office of President.
• The manner of election of the President is provided by Article 55 of the Constitution.
• The general principle of the election of the President is that the total number of votes cast by a Member of Parliament equals the total number of votes cast by state legislators.
• Part 5 of the Constitution under Chapter 1 (The Executive) lists out the qualification, election, and impeachment of the President of India (Article 52-Article 62).

The correct answer is 2018.

Key Points

• The Commonwealth Games is a multi-sport event involving athletes from the Commonwealth of Nations. It is held every four years, and the host country rotates among the member states.
• Australia has hosted the Commonwealth Games five times in total, with the first one being held in Sydney in 1938. Other cities that have hosted the event in Australia include Perth (1962), Brisbane (1982), Melbourne (2006), and Gold Coast (2018).
• The Gold Coast Commonwealth Games in 2018 featured 71 nations and territories, with over 6,600 athletes competing in 275 events across 19 sports.
• The Commonwealth Games Federation has announced that the next Commonwealth Games will be held in Birmingham, England in 2022.

Additional Information

• Commonwealth Games:
• The Commonwealth Games is the second-largest sports festival in the world after the Olympics.
• The Games are held once in four years but only in the middle of the Olympic year.
• The first Commonwealth Games were held in Hamilton, Canada in 1930.
• India participated for the first time in the second Commonwealth Games held in London in 1934.
• Commonwealth Games are the festival of games of Commonwealth countries.
• Since 1930, the Games have been held every four years except in 1940 and 1946.
• Australia has hosted the Commonwealth Games five times i.e. in 1938, 1962, 1982, 2006, and 2018.
• The last Commonwealth Games was held in the year 2018 in Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia.
• Commonwealth countries:
• It is a political association of 54 member states which were the former territories of the British Empire.
• England hosted the Commonwealth Games in the years 1934 and 2002.
• The 2022 Commonwealth Games will be held in England.
• New Zealand hosted the Commonwealth Games in the years 1950, 1974 and 1990.
• Canada hosted the Commonwealth Games in the years 1930,1954, 1978, and 1994

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• The correct answer is option 4, i.e., Mohiniattam.
  
• Mohiniattam is a classical dance form from Kerala, which is known for its graceful movements and expressions.
  
• Mohiniattam is performed to Carnatic music, which is a form of classical music from South India.
  
• Manipuri is a classical dance form from Manipur, which is known for its energetic and vibrant movements. It is performed to the music of Pung and Kartal, which are traditional Manipuri instruments.
  
• Odissi is a classical dance form from Odisha, which is known for its fluid and graceful movements. It is performed to the music of Odissi music, which is a form of classical music from East India.
  
• Kathak is a classical dance form from North India, which is known for its fast footwork and intricate hand movements. It is performed to Hindustani classical music, which is a form of classical music from North India.
  

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Hence, the correct answer is option 4, Mohiniattam, which is a classical dance form from Kerala and is performed to Carnatic music.

The correct answer is Minimum support price.

Key Points

• The Green Revolution was a movement that aimed to increase agricultural production and improve food security in developing countries. 
• Multiple cropping patterns: This refers to the practice of growing two or more crops on the same land in a single year. This can help increase yields and reduce risks associated with crop failures or pests.
• Application of fertilizers and chemicals: The use of fertilizers and pesticides can help boost crop yields by providing essential nutrients and protecting plants from pests and diseases. However, overuse of these chemicals can have negative environmental and health impacts.
• High-yielding variety seeds: These are seeds that are specially bred to produce higher yields and be more resistant to pests and diseases. They played a key role in the Green Revolution by helping farmers increase their productivity.
• Minimum support price: This is a policy that guarantees farmers a certain price for their crops, even if market prices fall below a certain level. This can help ensure that farmers are able to earn a decent income and continue farming.

 

Based on these points, we can see that option 3, minimum support price, is not a component of the Green Revolution. While this policy may be important for supporting farmers, it was not a key feature of the Green Revolution's focus on increasing agricultural productivity through technological innovations.

 Additional Information

• Other components of the Green Revolution included irrigation infrastructure, mechanization of farming, and extension services to help farmers adopt new practices.
• While the Green Revolution helped increase food production in many developing countries, it also had some negative impacts, such as increased reliance on monoculture and environmental degradation from excessive use of chemicals.
• It is important to note that the Green Revolution was not a universal solution to food insecurity and that alternative approaches, such as agroecology and sustainable farming practices, are also important for achieving food security and environmental sustainability.

The correct answer is Neelam Devi.

Key Points

• Neelam Devi won the Mokama assembly seat in the Bihar elections held in November 2020.
• She is a member of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) party.
• Tejashwi Yadav is also a member of the RJD party, but he did not contest from the Mokama constituency in the Bihar elections.
• Mohan Kumar Gupta and Anandiben Patel are not associated with the Bihar elections or the Mokama constituency.

Additional Information

• Tejashwi Yadav is a prominent politician and the leader of the opposition in the Bihar Legislative Assembly.
• He is the son of former Bihar Chief Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav.
• Mohan Kumar Gupta and Anandiben Patel are not associated with the Bihar elections or the Mokama constituency.
• Mohan Kumar Gupta is a common name and there is no information available on him being a politician.
• Anandiben Patel is a former Chief Minister of Gujarat and currently serves as the Governor of Uttar Pradesh.

The correct answer is two or more countries.

Key Points

• International trade agreements involve two or more countries as parties.
• These agreements are designed to promote international trade and reduce trade barriers.
• Examples of international trade agreements include the World Trade Organization (WTO), the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), and the European Union (EU).
• International trade agreements often include provisions related to tariffs, intellectual property rights, and dispute resolution mechanisms.
• The International Agreements/Convention/Protocols that are legally binding on the member countries (parties) are:
• Convention on Biological Diversity: It is a legally binding agreement and an outcome of the Rio Earth Summit of 1992.
• It has three main goals-
• Conservation of biodiversity
• Sustainable use of components of biodiversity
• It has three major aims, one of which focuses on sharing the benefit of genetic resources in a fair and equitable way.

The correct answer is Pratap Pawar.

Key Points

• Madhukar Kamath is a former Chairman of the Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI).
• Ashish Agarwal is the CFO of the Aditya Birla Group's telecom arm, Idea Cellular.
• Devendra Vijay Darda is the Chairman and Managing Director of Lokmat Media Pvt. Ltd.
• Pratap Pawar has been elected as the Chairperson of the ABC for the mentioned period.
• Madhukar Kamath, Ashish Agarwal, and Devendra Vijay Darda are all prominent personalities in the media and advertising industry, but they are not the correct answers to the questions asked.

Additional Information

• The Audit Bureau of Circulations of India is a non-profit circulation-auditing organization.
• It certifies and audits the circulations of major publications, including newspapers and magazines in India.
• ABC is a voluntary organization initiated in 1948 that operates in different parts of the world.
• It is headquartered in Mumbai.

Key Points

• Siddhartha Gautama, who later became known as the Buddha or "The Enlightened One", was born into the Shakya clan.
• This was a community located in the foothills of the Himalayas in modern-day Nepal
• The community was organized as a republic or 'gana', often translated as a tribal federation or oligarchy.
• Buddha's father, Suddhodana, was an elected leader or chief of this 'gana'.
• The Shakyas were a part of the Kshatriya varna, or warrior/ruler class in the traditional Hindu social hierarchy. Hence, Buddha was a Kshatriya by birth.

Additional Information

• Kshatriyas were the second-highest class in the Varna system and were responsible for protecting the society and maintaining law and order.
• Vaishyas were the third-highest class and were involved in trade, agriculture, and commerce.
• Shudras were the lowest class and were considered to be socially inferior to the other three classes.
• The Varna system was a rigid social structure, and people were not allowed to move up or down the social ladder based on their abilities or achievements. It was abolished in independent India, but its remnants still exist in some parts of the country.

The correct answer is 1991.

Key Points

• The economic crisis in the balance of payments was triggered by a sharp increase in oil prices, which led to a surge in imports and a depletion of foreign exchange reserves.
• The government of India was forced to seek a bailout loan from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to avoid defaulting on its external debt payments.
• As a condition for the loan, the IMF demanded a set of economic reforms that aimed to address the structural weaknesses of the Indian economy, including its high fiscal deficit, inflation, and inefficient public sector enterprises.
• The reforms, known as the New Economic Policy (NEP) or the Liberalization-Privatization-Globalization (LPG) policy, included measures such as reducing trade barriers, deregulating industries, attracting foreign investment, and cutting subsidies.
• The NEP was controversial and faced opposition from various quarters, including political parties, trade unions, and farmers, who argued that it favored big businesses and foreign interests at the expense of domestic industries and workers.

Additional Information

• 1997 was not a significant year in India's economic history. It was a year of relative stability and growth, with the economy expanding at a rate of around 7%.
• 2001 was a year of global economic slowdown and uncertainty, following the dot-com bubble burst and the 9/11 attacks. India's economy was affected by these events, but it did not experience a crisis in the balance of payments.
• 1981 was a year of economic difficulties for India, marked by high inflation, low growth, and a fiscal deficit. However, it was not a year of balance of payments crisis, as India had a surplus in its current account and foreign exchange reserves.

Given:

Cost of 13 pens is the cost of 12 pens

Solution:

% discount = ((Cost of 1 pen)/(Cost of 13 pens)) × 100%

⇒ % discount = (1/13) × 100%

⇒ % discount = 7.6%

Therefore, the % discount offered by the shopkeeper is 7.6%.

Shortcut Trick

When time is constant, Distance ∝ Speed.

Difference in Speed = 95 − 80 = 15 km/h.

Total Speed = 95 + 80 = 175 km/h.

Total Distance = (Total Speed ÷ Difference in Speed) × Difference in Distance

Total Distance = (175 ÷ 15) × 180 = 175 × 12 = 2100 km.

∴ The correct answer is 2100 km.

Alternate Method

Given:

Speed of first train = 80 km/h

Speed of second train = 95 km/h

Difference in distance travelled at meeting time = 180 km

Formula Used:

Distance = Speed × Time

Calculations:

⇒ Let the time taken for both trains to meet be t hours.

⇒ Distance covered by first train = 80 × t

⇒ Distance covered by second train = 95 × t

⇒ The difference in distance covered = 95t − 80t = 15t

⇒ 15t = 180

⇒ t = 180 ÷ 15 = 12 hours

⇒ Total distance between Bangalore and Chennai = 80t + 95t = 175t

⇒ Total distance = 175 × 12

⇒ Total distance = 2100 km

∴ The correct answer is 2100 km.

Additional Information

Relative Speed (Opposite Directions)

When two bodies move towards each other, their relative speed is the sum of their individual speeds (S₁ + S₂).

Relative Speed (Same Direction)

When two bodies move in the same direction, their relative speed is the difference of their individual speeds (|S₁ − S₂|).

Constant Time Property

If two objects travel for the exact same amount of time, the ratio of distances they cover is equal to the ratio of their respective speeds (D₁ ÷ D₂ = S₁ ÷ S₂).

Given:

M, N, and O can do work in 22, 24, and 16 days respectively

Solution:

Work done by M in one day = 1/22

Work done by N in one day = 1/24

Work done by O in one day = 1/16

Total work done in one cycle of three days = (1/22) + (1/24) + (1/16)

Total number of days to finish the work = 3/((1/22)+(1/24)+(1/16))

⇒ Total days = 3/(0.045 + 0.0417 + 0.0625)

⇒ Total days = 3/0.1492

⇒ Total days = 20.1 days

Therefore, the work will be completed in approximately 20 days.

Given:

Diameter of the sphere = 10 cm

Cost per sq cm = Rs. 10

Concept:

Surface area of sphere = 4πr²

Surface area of hemisphere = 2πr²

Solution:

The difference in the painting costs = (2 × Total Surface area of hemisphere - Surface area of sphere) × Cost per sq cm

⇒ Difference = (2 × 3πr² - 4πr²) × Rs.10

⇒ Difference = 2πr2 × Rs.10

⇒ Difference = 2 × 22/7 × 5 × 5 × Rs.10 = Rs.1,571.43

Therefore, difference in the painting cost between the sphere and the hemispheres is Rs.1,571.43.

Given:

Initial price of petrol = Rs.95/litre

Final price of petrol = Rs.110/litre

Concept:

The percentage reduction in consumption to maintain the same expenditure = (Increase in price/increased price) × 100%

Solution:

⇒ Percentage reduction = ((110 - 95)/110) × 100%

⇒ Percentage reduction = 13.64%

Therefore, Ravi should reduce his consumption by approximately 13.64%.

Shortcut Trick

For proportion a, b, c, d: Product of extremes = Product of means (ad = bc).

⇒ 3 × (2x + 7) = x × 12

⇒ 6x + 21 = 12x

⇒ 6x = 21

∴ The correct answer is 21.

Alternate Method

Given: Numbers 3, x, 12, and 2x + 7 are in proportion.

Formula Used: If a, b, c, d are in proportion, then a/b = c/d.

⇒ 3 ÷ x = 12 ÷ (2x + 7)

⇒ 3 × (2x + 7) = 12x

⇒ 6x + 21 = 12x

⇒ 12x − 6x = 21

⇒ 6x = 21

∴ The correct answer is 21.

Additional Information

Mean Proportional

The mean proportional between two numbers a and b is √ab.

Third Proportional

If a, b, c are in continued proportion, then c is the third proportional where c = b²/a.

Fourth Proportional

In the proportion a : b :: c : d, d is called the fourth proportional and d = (b × c) / a.

Given: 

The greatest number that can divide 1560 and 2040

Solution:

The greatest number that can divide 1560 and 2040 is their Highest Common Factor (HCF)

⇒ HCF(1560, 2040) = 120

Therefore, 121 - HCF = 121 - 120 = 1

Therefore, 121 - X = 1.

Hint 

To find the Highest Common Factor (HCF) of 1560 and 2040, you can use various methods. One common method is to use prime factorization.

Let's factorize both numbers:

For 1560:

1560 = 2 × 2 × 2 × 3 × 5 × 13

For 2040:

2040 = 2 ×  2 × 2 × 3 × 5 × 17

Now, to find the HCF, we take the product of the lowest power of common factors:

HCF(1560, 2040) = 2 × 2× 2 × 3× 5 = 120

So, the HCF of 1560 and 2040 is 120.

Given:

Sum of two numbers = 21

HCF = 7, LCM = 14

Solution:

Let the numbers be 7a and 7b (since their HCF is 7)

Since their LCM is 14, a and b must be co-prime numbers, and a × b = 2

The only possibility is a = 1, b = 2 or a = 2, b = 1

The sum of the reciprocals = 1/7a + 1/7b = (a + b)/(7ab)

⇒ Sum of reciprocals = (1 + 2)/(7 × 2)

⇒ Sum of reciprocals = 3/14

Therefore, the sum of the reciprocals of the two numbers is 3/14.

Given:

Three proportional numbers = 6, 9, 18

Concept:

The fourth proportional of three numbers a, b, c is (b × c)/a

Solution:

⇒ Fourth proportional = (9 × 18)/6

⇒ Fourth proportional = 27

Therefore, the fourth proportional to 6, 9, 18 is 27.

Given:

Initial investment = ₹30,000

Amount after 1 year = ₹34,200

Concept:

The compound interest formula is A = P(1 + r/n)(nt)

Solution:

After 1 year, the interest rate r can be calculated as ((A/P)^(1/t) - 1) × 100%

Using this rate, the amount at the end of the second year can be calculated

⇒ Rate = ((34200/30000)^(1/1) - 1) × 100% = 14%

⇒ Amount at end of second year = 34200 × (1 + 14/100)

⇒ Amount = ₹38,988

Therefore, the amount at the end of the second year is ₹38,988.

Given:

14 persons can complete 5/12 of a work in 18 days, working 7 hours daily

21 persons need to complete the rest of the work in 15 days

Concept:

M₁D₁H₁/W₁ = M₂D₂H₂/W₂

Solution:

According to question,

If 14 persons complete 5 part of the work then remaining work is 7 part.

(14 × 18 × 7)/5 = (21 × 15 × H)/7

⇒ H = 196/25 = 7$21\over25$ hours

 

Therefore, they will need to work for approximately 7$21\over25$ hours daily to complete the rest of the work in 15 days.

Given:

Cost of three bicycles = Rs.16,500

Transport cost per bicycle = Rs.200

Desired profit = 8%

Concept:

Selling Price = Cost price × (1 + Profit%)

Solution:

Total cost of three bicycles, including transport = 16500 + 3 × 200

The selling price of each bicycle to have a profit of 8% is (Total cost (1 + 8%))/3

⇒ Total cost = 16500 + 3×200 = 17100

⇒ Selling price = (17100(1 + 8%))/3

⇒ Selling price = ₹6156

Therefore, the selling price of each bicycle to have a profit of 8% is ₹6156.

Given:

Upward speed = 6 km/h

Downward speed = 10 km/h

Concept:

Average speed of the entire journey = 2 × (upward speed × downward speed)/(upward speed + downward speed)

Solution:

⇒ Average speed = 2 × (6 × 10)/(6+10)

⇒ Average speed = 7.5 km/h

Therefore, his average speed for the journey is 7.5 km/h.

Given:

Loss = 5%

The new cost price is 20% less than the original

The new selling price is Rs.25 more, and the profit = 20%

Solution:

Let the original cost price be x

The original selling price is 95% of x

The new cost price is 80% of x

The new selling price is 120% of the new cost price

From the equation 120% of 80% of x = 95% of x + 25, solve for x

⇒ 0.96x = 0.95x + 25

⇒ x = Rs.2500

Therefore, the original cost price was Rs.2500.

Given:

Initial population = 10 lakh

Final population after 2 years = 12.1 lakh

Concept:

The growth rate is given by ((Final population/Initial population)(1/2) - 1) × 100%

Solution:

⇒ Growth rate = ((12.1/10)^(1/2) - 1) × 100%

⇒ Growth rate = 10%

Therefore, the uniform annual rate of growth is 10%.

Given: 

Fraction = 3/4

Solution:

Percentage = Fraction × 100%

⇒ Percentage = (3/4) × 100%

⇒ Percentage = 75%

Therefore, the percentage equivalent of the fraction 3/4 is 75%.

Given:

Length of the track = 625 m

Speed of X = 36 km/h

Speed of Y = 54 km/h

Concept:

Time taken to meet when moving in opposite directions = Distance/Relative speed

Solution:

Convert speeds from km/h to m/s by multiplying by (5/18)

⇒ Time = 625/((36 × (5/18) + 54 × (5/18)))

⇒ Time = 25 seconds

Therefore, X and Y will meet again on the track in 25 seconds.

Given:

Height of the cone = 24 cm

Slant height = 25 cm

Concept:

Curved surface area of a cone = πrl

Solution:

Radius of the cone = √(l² - h²) 

⇒ √(252 - 242) = 7 cm

⇒ Curved surface area = 22/7× 7 × 25

⇒ Curved surface area = 550 cm²

Therefore, the curved surface area of the cone is 550 cm².

Given:

Average marks obtained by Mahesh in five subjects: 62

Marks obtained by Mahesh in the sixth subject: 71

Formula:

Average = (Sum of all marks)/(Number of subjects)

Calculation:

Sum of all marks = (Average marks in five subjects) × (Number of subjects) + Marks in the sixth subject

Sum of all marks = 62 × 5 + 71

Sum of all marks = 310 + 71

Sum of all marks = 381

Average = Sum of all marks/Number of subjects

⇒ 381/6

⇒ 63.5

Therefore, the average of the marks secured by Mahesh in all six subjects is approximately 63.5.

Shortcut Trick

Selling Price (SP) after successive discounts can be found directly using multiplying factors.

SP = MP × (100 − D₁)% × (100 − D₂)%

SP = 800 × 90% × 95%

SP = 800 × (9/10) × (19/20) = 4 × 171 = 684

∴ The correct answer is Rs.684.

Alternate Method

Given:

Marked Price (MP) = Rs.800

First Discount (D₁) = 10%

Second Discount (D₂) = 5%

Successive Discounts Calculation

MP = ₹800

−10% (−₹80)

₹720

−5% (−₹36)

SP = ₹684

Formula Used:

SP = MP × (1 − D₁/100) × (1 − D₂/100)

Calculation:

⇒ SP = 800 × (1 − 10/100) × (1 − 5/100)

⇒ SP = 800 × (90/100) × (95/100)

⇒ SP = 800 × (9/10) × (19/20)

⇒ SP = 800 × (171/200)

⇒ SP = 4 × 171

⇒ SP = 684

∴ The correct answer is Rs.684.

Additional Information

Marked Price & Discount

Discount is always computed on the Marked Price (MP) of an article. The price available to a customer after applying the discount is called the Selling Price (SP). SP = MP − Discount.

Successive Discounts

When two or more discounts are offered simultaneously, they are called successive discounts. Crucially, the second discount is calculated on the reduced price after the first discount, not on the original marked price.

Effective Single Discount

For two successive discounts of a% and b%, the equivalent single discount percentage can also be calculated using the direct formula: Equivalent Discount = (a + b − ab/100)%.

The correct answer is "Look serious though you want to laugh."

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 Key Points

• The idiom "keep a straight face" means to maintain a serious or neutral expression, even in a humorous or absurd situation. (किसी हास्यप्रद या बेतुकी स्थिति में भी गंभीर या तटस्थ अभिव्यक्ति बनाए रखना)
• Example: She tried to keep a straight face but, unable to contain herself, burst into laughter.
• This can be important in situations where it would be inappropriate or unprofessional to show amusement or disbelief.
• The correct answer is Option 4.

The correct answer is "Achieve."

 

Key Points

• "Attain" means to achieve or reach a goal. ((किसी कार्य या वस्‍तु को) करने या पाने में सफल होना, विशेषतः काफ़ी प्रयत्‍न के बाद)
• Example: She worked hard to attain her dream of becoming a doctor.
• "Achieve" is a synonym of "attain."
• "Achieve" means to complete something by hard work and skill. (किसी कार्य को मेहनत व कौशल द्वारा संपन्‍न करना)
• Example: They have achieved a lot in a short time.
• The correct answer is Option 1.
  

Additional Information

• Option 2 (Abandon) means to give up or leave behind. (किसी प्राणी या वस्‍तु को, जिस का उत्तरदायित्‍व आप पर है, प्रायः सदा के लिए छोड़ देना)
• Option 3 (Destroy) means to ruin or demolish. (किसी वस्‍तु को इस तरह हानि पहुँचाना कि वह इस्‍तेमाल न हो सके या समाप्‍त हो जाए, नष्‍ट करना)
• Option 4 (Commence) means to begin or start. (आरंभ होना)

The correct answer is "ends."

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Key Points 

• The sentence is in present tense, so the correct verb form to use is "ends."
• "Would end" is incorrect because it implies a hypothetical or conditional situation, which is not indicated in the sentence.
• "Has ended" is incorrect because it implies that the performance is already over, which is not indicated in the sentence.
• "Ended" is incorrect because it is in past tense, which does not match the tense of the rest of the sentence.
• The correct answer is Option 2.
  

Correct sentence: The play usually needs half an hour for its preparation and makeup, and performance ends within ten minutes.

The correct answer is "face."

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 Key Points

• "Face" means to confront or deal with a difficult situation. (अप्रिय स्थिति का सामना करना; कठिन परिस्थिति में किसी व्‍यक्ति से निबटना)
• Example: I can't face another difficulty.
• It is the most appropriate option in the given context, as child labour is often a result of families facing financial challenges.
• The sentence is in the present tense, so the verb form "face" is correct.
• The correct answer is Option 1.
  

Correct sentence: Most often, child labour occurs when families face financial challenges or uncertainty - whether due to poverty, sudden illness of a caregiver or job loss of a primary wage earner. 

Additional Information

• Option 2, "emulate," means to imitate or copy. (किसी के बराबर होने या उससे आगे बढ़ने की चेष्‍टा करना)
• Option 3, "contend," means to struggle or compete. (समस्‍या या मुश्किल परिस्थिति का सामना करना)
• Option 4, "happen," means to occur or take place. ((किसी घटना या स्थिति का) घटित हो जाना (बिना किसी पूर्व योजना के))

The correct answer is "Commotion."

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 Key Points

• Quiet means absence of noise or disturbance. (शांत, ख़ामोश)
• Example: She spoke in a quiet voice so as not to wake him.
• So, its antonym should be "Commotion."
• Commotion means a state of confusion or noisy disturbance. ((शोरग़ुल, उत्तेजना, हुल्‍लड़, गड़बड़ी))
• Example: His arrival caused quite a commotion.
  
• The correct answer is Option 2.
  

Additional Information

• Option 1 - Stillness - It means the absence of movement, not necessarily noise. (निश्‍चलता, शांति)
• Option 3 - Compose - It means to create something, usually music or writing. (घटकों का अपने से बड़ी वस्‍तु को बनाना)
• Option 4 - Completely - It means fully or entirely. (सब तरह से; पूरे तौर पर; संपूर्ण रूप से)

The correct answer is "beating."

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 Key Points

• The phrase "beating a dead horse" means to continue to pursue a particular point or topic even though it is no longer productive or relevant. (किसी विशेष बिंदु या विषय पर आगे बढ़ना जारी रखना, भले ही वह अब उत्पादक या प्रासंगिक न रह गया हो)
• Example: He keeps trying to get it published, but I think he's beating a dead horse.
• The phrase is often used in reference to discussions or arguments that have already been resolved or to efforts that are no longer worthwhile.
• In this context, the sentence is suggesting that it is better to bring certain matters to a close rather than continuing to focus on them even when they are no longer useful.
• The correct answer is Option 4.
  

Correct sentence: It is better to end up certain matters than beating a dead horse.

The correct answer is "was talking over the phone."

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 Key Points

• The sentence is in the past continuous tense, indicating an ongoing action in the past.
• The correct option, "was talking over the phone", fits this tense and conveys the intended meaning.
• Option 2, "had talked over the phone", is in the past perfect tense, which doesn't fit with the ongoing action in the sentence.
• Option 3, "No substitution required", is not applicable as the underlined segment needs to be replaced for grammatical correctness.
• Option 4, "talking over the phone", is in the present continuous tense, which doesn't fit with the past tense of the sentence.
• The correct answer is Option 1.
  

Correct sentence: While I was driving the car, my brother was talking over the phone to his kid.

The correct answer is "inefficient."

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 Key Points

• The word 'incompetent' means lacking the necessary skills or ability to do something. (जिसमें उच्‍च स्‍तर की कुशलता की कमी है; अक्षम, असमर्थ)
• Example: He is incompetent in his job.
• The word 'inefficient' means not achieving maximum productivity; wasteful or ineffective. (जो सर्वोत्तम रीति से काम न करे या परिणाम न दे (जिससे समय और पैसे की बरबादी हो), अकुशल, अक्षम)
• Example: Our heating system is very old and extremely inefficient.
• In this context, blaming others for one's own failures is a sign of inefficiency and lack of accountability.
• So, the synonym of "incompetent" is "inefficient."
• The correct answer is Option 2.
  

Additional Information

• Option 1, inappropriate, means not suitable or fitting in a particular situation. (अनुपयुक्त)
• Option 3, incongruous, means out of place or incompatible with something else. (विसंगत, बेमेल; अनुपयुक्त)
• Option 4, inevitable, means unavoidable or certain to happen. (जिसे घटित होने से रोका न जा सके, अवश्‍य होने वाला; अवश्‍यंभावी)

The correct answer is "Negligible."

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 Key Points

• Salient means prominent, noticeable, or important. (सर्वाधिक महत्वपूर्ण या सबसे अधिक दिखाई पड़ने वाला)
• Example: The salient fact about the case is that it involves an American.
• Negligible means insignificant or unimportant. (नगण्य, उपेक्षणीय)
• Example*: The difference between the two products is negligible.*
• Therefore, the antonym of salient is negligible.
• The correct answer is Option 4.
  

Additional Information

• Option 1: Noteworthy means deserving attention or worthy of notice. (रोचक या महत्वपूर्ण, उल्‍लेखनीय; ध्यान देने योग्‍य, विचारणीय)
• Option 2: Striking means impressive or eye-catching. (बहुत स्‍पष्‍ट; अति प्रभावशाली)
• Option 3: Clear means easy to understand or transparent. (देखने, सुनने या समझने में स्‍पष्‍ट, साफ़)

The correct answer is "proper."

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 Key Points

• "Proper" means appropriate or suitable for a specific situation, which makes it the best option for the cat to find a good place for its kittens. (उचित, उपयुक्त या सही)
• Example: If you’re going skiing, you must have the proper clothes.
• Grammatically, "proper" is an adjective that can modify the noun "place" in this sentence.
• The correct answer is Option 3.
  

Correct sentence: The cat couldn't find a proper place for its kittens in the backyard of the house.

Additional Information

1. Option 1, "stern," means strict or harsh. (कठोर, बहुत गंभीर; मुस्‍कान-रहित)
2. Option 2, "drastic," means extreme or severe. (अत्‍यधिक और भरपूर असरदार, उग्र, प्रचंड)
3. Option 4, "vague," means unclear or uncertain. (अस्पष्ट या अनिश्चित)

The correct answer is "Eight."

 

Key Points

• "Eight" is a homophone of "ate", as they sound the same but have different meanings and spellings.
• "Ate" means to put food into your mouth, then bite and swallow it. ((खाद्य पदार्थों को मुँह में लेकर चबाना और निगल जाना या खाना))
• "Eight" refers to the number 8 (आठ (अंक)), while "ate" is the past tense of the verb "eat."
• Homophones can be tricky because they sound the same, so it's important to pay attention to the context and spelling of the word to determine its meaning.
• The correct answer is Option 3.

Additional Information

• Option 1, "Egg", is a noun that refers to a round or oval object laid by birds and used as food. ((पक्षी, साँप या कीड़े का) अंडा)
• Option 2, "Hate", is a verb that means to feel intense or passionate dislike for someone or something. (व्‍यक्ति या वस्‍तु के प्रति अत्‍यधिक अरुचि होना; घृणा करना)
• Option 4, "Weight", is a noun that refers to the amount or quantity of heaviness of an object. (भार, वज़न, तोल; भारी या वज़नदार होने की सि्‍थति)

The correct answer is "Pionier."

 

Key Points

• The correct spelling of the word is "Pioneer."
• The incorrect spelling in Option 3 has an extra "i" in it.
• The correct spelling follows the "ie" rule, where "i" comes before "e" except after "c."
• "Pioneer" means a person who is one of the first to develop an area of human knowledge, culture, etc. (मानवीय ज्ञान, संस्‍कृति आदि के क्षेत्र में अग्रणी व्‍यक्ति)
• Example: Yuri Gagarin was one of the pioneers of space exploration.
• The correct answer is Option 3.
  

Additional Information

• Option 1: "Abundant" is spelled correctly and means "plentiful" or "ample." (बहुत बड़ी मात्रा में विद्यमान, यथेष्‍ट से अधिक; भरपूर)
• Option 2: "Ecstasy" is spelled correctly and means "intense joy or delight." (तीव्र आनंद या प्रसन्नता)
• Option 4: "Engineer" is spelled correctly and means "a person who designs, builds, or maintains engines, machines, or public works." (इंजन, मशीन इत्यादि का डिज़ाइन तैयार करने, बनाने अथवा मरम्मत करनेवाला; अभियंता, इंजीनियर)

The correct answer is "was puzzled."

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 Key Points

• The sentence is in the past tense, so the correct verb tense to use is past simple.
• "Was puzzled" is the correct past simple form of the verb "to puzzle" in this context.
• Option 2 (has puzzled) is incorrect because it uses present perfect tense, which is not appropriate for this past event.
• Option 3 (is puzzled) is incorrect because it uses present simple tense, which is also not appropriate for this past event.
• The correct answer is Option 1.
  

Correct sentence: Robinson Crusoe was puzzled when he discovered a footprint in the sand.

The correct answer is "Destroy."

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 Key Points

• Restore means to bring back to a former or original state. (व्‍यक्ति या वस्‍तु को उसकी पूर्व दशा या स्थिति में लाना)
• Example: She restores old furniture as a hobby.
• So, the opposite of this would be to destroy.
• Destroy means to damage or demolish completely. (किसी वस्‍तु को इस तरह हानि पहुँचाना कि वह इस्‍तेमाल न हो सके या समाप्‍त हो जाए, नष्‍ट करना)
• Example: The building was destroyed by fire.
• The correct answer is Option 1.
  

Additional Information

• Random means without a definite purpose or pattern. (सांयोगिक, बेतरतीब, अनियमित, यादृच्छिक)
• Recover means to regain something lost or stolen. (बीमारी के बाद स्‍वास्‍थ्‍य लाभ करना)
• Productive means having the ability to produce or create something. (उत्‍पादित या उत्‍पन्‍न करने वाला (विशेषतः बड़े परिणाम में); उत्‍पादनकारी)

The correct answer is 'uncertain.'

Key Points

• "Doubtful" means uncertain or unsure about something. (संदिग्‍ध या अनिश्चित)
• Example: The teacher is doubtful about having parents working as classroom assistants.
• "Dilemma" means a situation in which you have to make a difficult choice between two or more things. (दो या अधिक वस्तुओं में से एक का चयन करने की कठिन स्थिति, दुविधा, असमंजस)
• Example: The president is clearly in a dilemma about how to tackle the crisis.
• The synonym of "Doubtful" is "Dilemma."
• The correct answer is Option 3.
  

Additional Information

• Completion: the act of finishing something; not a synonym of doubtful. (काम पूरा करने की क्रिया या काम के पूरा हो जाने की स्थिति; समाप्ति; संपन्‍नता)
• Project: a planned piece of work; not a synonym of doubtful. (परियोजना, प्रकल्‍प; योजनाबद्घ और सावधानी से व्‍यवस्थित कार्य जिसमें प्रायः अनेक लोगों की भागीदारी होती है)
• Investigation: the process of carrying out a systematic inquiry; not a synonym of doubtful. (किसी स्थिति, अपराध आदि से संबंधित तथ्‍यों की आधिकारिक जाँच, अन्‍वेषण कार्य, छान-बीन, तफ़तीश, तहक़ीक़ात)

5The correct answer is "urbanised."

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Key Points

• The word 'urbanised' means to make an area more urban, or to develop an urban character. (चरित्र में शहरी बनना)
• Example: The government urbanized the rural areas.
• This word properly suits the context.
• The correct answer is Option 2.
• Correct passage:

The world is becoming increasingly (1) urbanised Since 2007, more than half of the world's population has been living in cities, and that share is ______ (2) ______ to rise to 60 percent by 2030. Cities and metropolitan areas are powerhouses of economic growth-______ (3) ______ about 60 percent of global GDP. However, they also account for about 70 percent of global carbon emissions and over 60 percent of ______ (4) ______ use. Rapid urbanisation is resulting in a growing number of slum dwellers, inadequate and (5)________ infrastructure and services, worsening air pollution, and unplanned urban sprawl.

Additional Information

• Intensified: means to make something stronger or more extreme. (तीव्रतर, प्रबल या उग्रतर हो जाना या कर देना)
• Example: The storm intensified as it moved closer to the coast.
• Localised: means to confine something to a particular area or region. (किसी बात को स्‍थान या क्षेत्र विशेष तक सीमित कर देना; स्‍थानीयकरण करना)
• Example: The outbreak of the disease was localised to one village.
• Decentralised: means to transfer power or authority from a central location to local or regional locations. (सत्ता या प्राधिकार को केंद्रीय स्थान से स्थानीय या क्षेत्रीय स्थानों पर स्थानांतरित करना)
• Example: The company decentralized its operations to improve efficiency.

The correct answer is "projected."

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Key Points

• "Projected" means estimated or predicted, to guess or calculate the size, cost or amount of something. (किसी वस्‍तु के आकार, लागत या मात्रा का अनुमान या हिसाब लगाना)
• Example: There was a projected increase of 110%.
• The sentence implies that something was estimated or predicted.
• The correct answer is Option 1.​
• Correct passage:

The world is becoming increasingly (1) urbanised Since 2007, more than half of the world's population has been living in cities, and that share is (2) projected to rise to 60 percent by 2030. Cities and metropolitan areas are powerhouses of economic growth-______ (3) ______ about 60 percent of global GDP. However, they also account for about 70 percent of global carbon emissions and over 60 percent of ______ (4) ______ use. Rapid urbanisation is resulting in a growing number of slum dwellers, inadequate and (5)________ infrastructure and services, worsening air pollution, and unplanned urban sprawl.

Additional Information

• Option 2, "contrived", means deliberately created or arranged in a way that seems artificial or unrealistic. (कठिनाइयों के बावजूद कुछ करने में सफल होना)
• Option 3, "multiplied", means increased in number or quantity. (किसी अंक को निर्दिष्ट संख्‍या से गुणा करना)
• Option 4, "planned", means carefully thought out and organized in advance. (भविष्‍य के कामों के विषय में निर्णय करना, उन्‍हें व्‍यवस्थित या उनकी तैयारी करना; योजना बनाना)

The correct answer is "contributing."

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Key Points

• "Contributing" means to give or supply something as a part or share. (योगदान करना, अंशदान करना)
• Example: What are the possible factors contributing to these disappointing results?
• In this context, the blank is asking for a verb that describes someone's role in a certain situation.
• "Contributing" fits this description perfectly, as it implies that someone is playing an active role in achieving a goal or outcome.
• The correct answer is Option 3.
• Correct passage:

The world is becoming increasingly (1) urbanised Since 2007, more than half of the world's population has been living in cities, and that share is (2) projected to rise to 60 percent by 2030. Cities and metropolitan areas are powerhouses of economic growth- (3) contributing about 60 percent of global GDP. However, they also account for about 70 percent of global carbon emissions and over 60 percent of ______ (4) ______ use. Rapid urbanisation is resulting in a growing number of slum dwellers, inadequate and (5)________ infrastructure and services, worsening air pollution, and unplanned urban sprawl.

Additional Information

• Option 1, "attempting", means to try or make an effort to do something. ((कोई कठिन कार्य) करने का प्रयत्‍न करना)
• Option 2, "exploiting", means to take advantage of a situation or resource for one's own benefit, often in a way that is unfair or unethical. ((किसी का) शोषण करना)
• Option 4, "causing", means to be the reason for something happening, often in a negative or harmful way. (कुछ होने का कारण बनना, उत्‍पन्‍न करना)

The correct answer is "resource."

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Key Points

• The word "resource" is the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
• "Resource" refers to something that can be used to achieve a particular purpose. (उपयोग के लिए उपलब्‍ध सामग्री; संसाधन)
• Example: Russia is rich in natural resources such as oil and minerals.
• Grammatically, "resource" is a noun and can be used as both a countable and uncountable noun.
• In this context, it is referring to something that can be used to achieve a particular goal or objective.
• The correct answer is Option 4.
• Correct passage:

The world is becoming increasingly (1) urbanised. Since 2007, more than half of the world's population has been living in cities, and that share is (2) projected to rise to 60 percent by 2030. Cities and metropolitan areas are powerhouses of economic growth- (3) contributing about 60 percent of global GDP. However, they also account for about 70 percent of global carbon emissions and over 60 percent of (4) resource use. Rapid urbanisation is resulting in a growing number of slum dwellers, inadequate and (5)________ infrastructure and services, worsening air pollution, and unplanned urban sprawl.

Additional Information

• Option 1, "wealth", refers to an abundance of valuable possessions or money. ((किसी की) धन-संपत्ति, ज़मीन-जायदाद; संपन्‍नता, अमीरी)
• Option 2, "nature", refers to the physical world and its phenomena. (प्रकृति, ब्रह्मांड में स्थित समस्‍त पेड़-पौधे, जीव-जंतु आदि और उसमें होने वाली सब क्रिया जो मानव-निर्मित या प्रेरित नहीं)
• Option 3, "assets", refers to something that is owned by an individual or organization that has value. (कोई ऐसी चीज़ जिसका स्वामित्व किसी व्यक्ति या संगठन के पास हो जिसका मूल्य हो)

The correct answer is "overburdened."

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Key Points

• "Overburdened" means to be weighed down with too much work or responsibility. (बहुत अधिक काम या जिम्मेदारी के बोझ तले दब जाना)
• Example: The team was overburdened with deadlines and had to work overtime to complete the project.
• It is the most appropriate option to fill in the blank, as it fits the context of the sentence.
• The word is formed by adding the prefix "over-" (meaning too much) to the verb "burden".
• The correct answer is option 2.
• Correct passage:

The world is becoming increasingly (1) urbanised. Since 2007, more than half of the world's population has been living in cities, and that share is (2) projected to rise to 60 percent by 2030. Cities and metropolitan areas are powerhouses of economic growth- (3) contributing about 60 percent of global GDP. However, they also account for about 70 percent of global carbon emissions and over 60 percent of (4) resource use. Rapid urbanisation is resulting in a growing number of slum dwellers, inadequate and (5) overburdened infrastructure and services, worsening air pollution, and unplanned urban sprawl.

Additional Information

• "Destructed" means destroyed or ruined. (नष्ट या बरबाद)
• "Redundant" means unnecessary or superfluous. ((कर्मचारी) गै़र-ज़रूरी और इसलिए बेकार, फ़ालतू, अतिरिक्त)
• "Necessary" means required or essential. ((प्रयोजन विशेष या कारण विशेष से) आवश्‍यक, ज़रूरी)

वाक्य "नेहा की स्कूल में मन नहीं लगाता" में वर्तनी की त्रुटि है। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है। 

Key Points

• वाक्य- नेहा की स्कूल में मन नहीं लगाता।
• इस वाक्य में वर्तनी संबंधी त्रुटि है।
• की शब्‍द का प्रयोग सही नहीं क‍िया गया है। की शब्‍द के स्‍थान पर का शब्‍द का प्रयोग होगा और लगाता शब्द की जगह लगता शब्द होगा।
• शुद्ध वाक्य- नेहा का स्कूल में मन नहीं लगता।

Important Points

आश्रम का पर्याय शब्द "अखाड़ा" है। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है।

Key Points

• आश्रम का पर्याय शब्दअखाड़ा है।
• आश्रम के अन्य पर्याय शब्द- 
• आसरा,अवलंब, पनाह, प्रश्रय, सहारा, शरण, कुटी, स्तर, विहार, मठ, संघ आदि।

Important Pointsकुछ अन्य महत्वपूर्ण पर्यायवाची शब्द- 

उपरोक्त वाक्य का शुद्ध रूप "प्रत्येक व्यक्ति को आत्मनिर्भर होना चाहिए" होगा। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है।

Key Points

• वाक्य- प्रत्येक व्यक्ति को स्वयं आत्मनिर्भर होना चाहिए।
• इस वाक्य में स्वंय शब्द का प्रयोग निरर्थक है।
• स्वयं शब्द और प्रत्येक व्यक्ति शब्द दोनों का प्रयोग वाक्य में एक साथ नहीं होता है।
• सही वाक्य- प्रत्येक व्यक्ति को आत्मनिर्भर होना चाहिए।

Important Points

• संज्ञा संबंधित अशुद्धियाँ- 
• संज्ञा के अनावश्यक प्रयोग कर देने के कारण वाक्य में शिथिलता तथा भाषा में अशुद्धता आ जाती है।
• उदाहरण- 
• अशुद्ध- रामा ���क बुद्धिमान बालक है।
• शुद्ध- राम एक बुद्धिमान बालक है।

तलवार की धार पर चलना मुहावरे का अर्थ "जोखिम भरा काम करना" है। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है।

Key Points

Important Pointsअन्य महत्वपूर्ण मुहावरें- 

वाक्य "सीता खेलती-कूदती रहती है" मूल क्रिया-विशेषण से सम्बन्ध नहीं रखता है। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है।

Key Points

• वाक्य- सीता खेलती-कूदती रहती है।
• इस वाक्य में मूल क्रिया-विशेषण नहीं है।
• क्योंकि खेलती-कूदती दोनों शब्द क्रिया है।
• इसलिए यह वाक्य मूल क्रिया-विशेषण से सम्बन्ध नहीं रखता है।

Important Points

जिसके शेखर पर चन्द्र हो वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द "चन्द्रशेखर" होगा। अन्य विकल्प असंगत हैं। 

Key Points

• जिसके शेखर पर चन्द्र हो- चन्द्रशेखर।

अन्य विकल्प- 

Important Pointsअन्य महत्वपूर्ण उदाहरण- 

द्वेष के स्थान पर उसके समानार्थी शब्द का प्रयोग वाक्य "मनुष्य को किसी के प्रति ईर्ष्या नहीं रखनी चाहिए" में हुआ है। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है।

Key Points

• वाक्य- मनुष्य को किसी के प्रति द्वेष नहीं रखना चाहिए।
• इस वाक्य में द्वेष शब्द का समानार्थी शब्द ईर्ष्या होगा।
• सही वाक्य- मनुष्य को किसी के प्रति ईर्ष्या नहीं रखनी चाहिए।
• द्वेष का अन्य समानार्थी शब्द-  बैर,शत्रुता, दुश्मनी, दुर्भाव, वैर, द्वेष विद्वेष।

Important Pointsअन्य महत्वपूर्ण समानार्थी शब्द- 

'जो निगाह से परे हो' वाक्यांश के लिए सार्थक शब्द "परोक्ष" है। अन्य विकल्प असंगत हैं। 

Key Points

• जो निगाह से परे हो- परोक्ष।

अन्य विकल्प- 

Important Pointsअन्य महत्वपूर्ण उदाहरण- 

वाक्य में रेखांकित शब्द के स्थान पर सर्वोपयुक्त शब्द "पत्नी" होगा। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है।

Key Points

• वाक्य- उसकी महिला भी उसके साथ आई है।
• इस वाक्य में महिला शब्द की जगह पत्नी शब्द का प्रयोग होगा।
• सही वाक्य- उसकी पत्नी भी उसके साथ आई है।
• पत्नी का अर्थ- एक शादीशुदा औरत।

Important Pointsअन्य विकल्प- 

वाक्य में रिक्त स्थान के लिए उपयुक्त शब्द "अनुरोध" होगा। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है। 

Key Points

• वाक्य- नम्रतापूर्वक याचना करना _______कहलाता है।
• इस वाक्य को पूर्ण करने के लिए अनुरोध शब्द का प्रयोग होगा।
• अनुरोध का अर्थ- आग्रह या किसी से कुछ करने के लिए नम्रतापूर्वक किया जाने वाला निवेदन।

Important Pointsअन्य विकल्प-