SSC GD Constable (2022) Official Paper (Held On : 06 Feb 2023 Shift 3) (Previous Year Paper)

The logic followed here is:

Logic: Second word is used by the first word for their work.

Painter ∶ Brush → Brush is used by Painter for painting.

Similarly,

• Doctor ∶ ? → Stethoscope is a medical instrument used by a Doctor.

Hence, 'Stethoscope' is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Similarly,

Hence, 'SBJOCPX' is the correct answer.

Five people are sitting around a circular table facing outwards- L, M, N, O and P.

1. P is sitting to the immediate right of L.
2. M is sitting second right from P.
3. N is the immediate neighbour of P and M.

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

Clearly, O is sitting to the immediate left of L.

Hence, 'O' is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Hence, 'RXPS' is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Logic: (First number × Second number) × 10 = Third number

• (5, 9, 450) → (5 × 9) × 10 = 45 × 10 = 450
• (7, 12, 840)  → (7 × 12) × 10 = 84 × 10 = 840

Similarly,

• (6, 9, 540)  → (6 × 9) × 10 = 54 × 10 = 540

Hence, '(6, 9, 540)' is the correct answer.

The code for each word is shown below:

Clearly, 'ku' is the code for the word 'white'.

Hence, 'ku' is the correct answer.

K, L, M, N, S, and P are 6 friends sitting around a circular table facing the centre.

1. P is third to the left of S.
2. K is to the immediate left of S.
3. K and L are sitting opposite each other.
4. M is sitting to the immediate right of S.

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

Clearly, N is sitting opposite M.

Hence, 'N' is the correct answer.

The image embedded in given figure is as shown below:

Hence, 'option 4' is the correct answer.

The logic followed in the given figure series is:

From Figure (1) to (2):

One line from the pentagon is removed and added to the middle of the circle.

From Figure (2) to (3):

One line from the rectangle is removed and added to the middle of the circle.

From Figure (3) to (4):

One line from the triangle is removed and added to the middle of the circle.

From Figure (4) to Answer Figure:

One line from the remaining shape is removed and added to the middle of the circle.

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

The logic followed here is:

Hence, 'WUTR' is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Hence, '1205' is the correct answer.

1. ÷ × < ×

20 ÷ 4 × 8 < 10 × 5

⇒ 5 × 8 < 10 × 5

⇒ 5 × 8 < 50

⇒ 40 < 50

2. ÷ + = ×

20 ÷ 4 + 8 = 10 × 5

⇒ 5 + 8 = 10 × 5

⇒ 5 + 8 = 50

⇒ 13 ≠ 50

3. ÷ × > ×

20 ÷ 4 × 8 > 10 × 5

⇒ 5 × 8 > 10 × 5

⇒ 5 × 8 > 50

⇒ 40 > 50

4. × ÷ > ×

20 × 4 ÷ 8 > 10 × 5

⇒ 20 × 0.5 > 10 × 5

⇒ 10 > 10 × 5

⇒ 10 > 50

Hence, '÷ × < ×' is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Hence, '117' is the correct answer.

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

Hence, 'option 1' is the correct answer.

The paper when unfolded will appear as shown below:

Hence, 'option 1' is the correct answer.

A & C + E ^ G # I & K + M @ O → A is brother of C, C is father of E, E is mother of G, G is wife of I, I is brother of K, K is father of M, M is sister of O.

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

1. C is the maternal grandfather of G. → True 2. O is the daughter of K. → False (As the gender of O is not known, O is either the son or daughter of K) 3. M is the daughter of K. → True 4. K is the father of O. → True

Hence, ‘O is the daughter of K’ is the correct answer.

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

2 healed

3 heaped

1 heated

4 hedge

5 helmet

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

The logic followed here is:

Similarly,

Hence, 'WCUJZ' is the correct answer.

1. ÷ and ×

49 + 16 × 7 - 36 ÷ 16 = 92

⇒ 49 + 16 × 7 - 2.25 = 92

⇒ 49 + 112 - 2.25 = 92

⇒ 161 - 2.25 = 92

⇒ 158.75 ≠ 92

2. + and -

49 - 16 ÷ 7 + 36 × 16 = 92

⇒ 49 - 2.28 + 36 × 16 = 92

⇒ 49 - 2.28 + 576 = 92

⇒ 625 - 2.28 = 92

⇒ 622.72 ≠ 92

3. ÷ and +

49 ÷ 16 + 7 - 36 × 16 = 92

⇒ 3.0625 + 7 - 36 × 16 = 92

⇒ 3.0625 + 7 - 576 = 92

⇒ 10.0625 - 576 = 92

⇒ -565.9375 ≠ 92

4. × and +

49 × 16 ÷ 7 - 36 + 16 = 92

⇒ 49 × 2.28 - 36 + 16 = 92

⇒ 112 - 36 + 16 = 92

⇒ 128 - 36 = 92

⇒ 92 = 92

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

The least possible Venn diagram is:

Conclusions:

I. Some plastic are books. → Follows (As, All books are plastic, which means that Some plastic are books)

II. All plastic are cups. → Does not follow (As, Some plastic are cups, which does not mean that all plastic are cups)

III. Some cups are glass. → Follows (As, All cups are glass, which means some cups are glass)

Hence, 'Both conclusions I and III follow' is the correct answer.

The correct answer is Westminster.

Key Points

• The Westminster model refers to the system of government in which the executive branch (prime minister and cabinet) is accountable to the legislature (parliament).
• This model originated in the United Kingdom and has been adopted by many other countries, including India, Canada, and Australia.
• The term "parliamentary" is used because the legislature plays a central role in the government, with members elected by the people and responsible for making laws and holding the executive accountable.
• Other features of the Westminster model include a strong two-party system, a focus on the rule of law and individual rights, and a tradition of civil service neutrality and expertise.
• The Parliamentary System of government in India is taken from the British(UK)​constitution.
• The parliamentary system of government(PSA): 
• PSA means that the executive government branch of has the indirect or direct support of the parliament.
• This direct or indirect support is generally shown by a vote of confidence.
• The relationship between the legislature and the executive branch in any parliamentary system is called responsible government.

Additional Information

• Theocracy refers to a government ruled by religious leaders, which is not a form of parliamentary government.
• Plutocracy refers to a government ruled by the wealthy, which is not a form of government at all but rather a social system.
• Communism refers to a system of government in which property and resources are owned collectively by the people, which is not a form of parliamentary government but rather a type of socialism.

The correct answer is Lakshwadeep

Key Points

• Lakshadweep is the smallest union territory of India.
• It consists of 36 islands with an area of 32 sq km.
• It's made up of 12 atolls, 3 reefs, and 5 submerged banks out of which 10 Islands are inhabited.
• Lakshadweep was formerly known as Laccadive Islands.
• The name Lakshadweep in Malayalam and Sanskrit means ‘a hundred thousand islands’.
• Kavaratti is the capital of Lakshadweep.
• Minicoy is the second-largest and southernmost island and Andrott Island is the largest of the group.
• Minicoy is separated from the rest of the Lakshadweep by a Nine-degree channel.
• The eight-degree channel separates the Lakshadweep group from the Maldives.

Additional Information

• Puducherry, which is mentioned as option 1, is the third smallest union territory of India area-wise, covering around 492 square kilometers of land area.
• Andaman and Nicobar Island, which is mentioned as option 3, is the second largest union territory of India area-wise, covering around 8,249 square kilometers of land area.
• Ladakh is the largest union territory of India.
• Dadra undefined Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, which is mentioned as option 4, is a merged union territory of India. It is the second smallest union territory of India area-wise, covering around 603 square kilometers of land area.

The correct answer is Bombay.

Key Points

• The proposal for setting up a planned economy in India was drafted by various industrialists in 1944, and it was famously known as the Bombay Plan.
• The Bombay Plan aimed to promote industrialization in India and emphasized the role of the private sector in achieving this goal.
• The plan proposed a mixed economy model, where the state would provide infrastructure and support to the private sector, and the private sector would drive economic growth.

First Plan (1951-1956)

• The First Five-Year Plan was launched in 1951 which mainly focused on the development of the primary sector.
• The First Five-Year Plan was based on the Harrod–Domar model with few modifications.
• This then-president was Jawaharlal Nehru and Gulzarilal Nanda was the vice-president.
• It mainly addressed the agrarian sector, including investment in large dams and irrigation.

Additional Information

Five-Year Plans

• These are national economic programs that are controlled and integrated.
• In 1928, Joseph Stalin implemented the Soviet Union’s first Five-Year Plan.
• Most communist countries and a few capitalist ones have since adopted them.
• Various Industrialists in 1944 drafted a joint proposal for setting up a planned economy in India (Bombay Plan).
• Under the socialist influence of Prime Minister Nehru, India established its First FYP in 1951, shortly after independence.

The correct answer is secondary.

Key Points

• The secondary sector is also known as the manufacturing sector, and it involves the processing of raw materials into finished goods. Examples of industries in this sector include automobile manufacturing, textile production, and electronics assembly.
• The process of making bricks by using soil comes under the secondary sector of economic activity.
• There are three sectors of the Indian economy, which are primary, secondary, and tertiary.
• The primary sector involves those activities which are dependent on the environment for their production and manufacture.
• The secondary sector involves those activities in which the raw materials are converted to finished goods.
• Tertiary sector involves the activities which help in the development of both primary and secondary sectors

Additional Information

• irrigation refers to the primary sector, which involves the extraction and harvesting of natural resources. Irrigation is a method of providing water to crops, which is a primary sector activity.
• education is a service sector that provides knowledge and skills to individuals. It is not directly related to the processing of raw materials into finished goods.
• primary, refers to the primary sector, which involves the extraction and harvesting of natural resources. This sector includes activities such as farming, fishing, and mining.

The correct answer is  AMRUT 2.0. 

 Key Points

• The Pey Jal Survekshan is an initiative to assess the quality of water supply and sanitation services in urban areas. It was launched by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs in September 2022.
• AMRUT 2.0 is the second phase of the Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT) scheme. It aims to provide basic infrastructure and services in urban areas, with a focus on water supply, sanitation, and solid waste management.
• In February 2021, the Pilot Pey Jal Survekshan was launched by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs.
• The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs has launched the Pilot Pey Jal Survekshan under Jal Jeevan Mission- Urban.
• The Pilot Pey Jal Survekshan has been launched in 10 cities, which are Agra, Badlapur, Bhubaneswar, Churu, Kochi, Madurai, Patiala, Rohtak, Surat, and Tumkur. The motive of the Jal Jeevan Mission Urban is to provide universal coverage of water supply to all households through functional taps in all 4,378 statutory towns in accordance with Sustainable Development Goal – 6.
• Aim to ascertain the equitable distribution of water, reuse of wastewater, and mapping of water bodies with respect to quantity and quality of water through a challenging process.
• The Government has proposed a total outlay of Rs 2.87 lakh crore for JJM (U) in fiscal 2021-22, which includes Rs. 10,000 crore for continuing financial support to the AMRUT Mission.

Additional Information

• Namami Gange is a flagship program of the Ministry of Jal Shakti, which aims to rejuvenate the river Ganga and its tributaries. It focuses on the conservation and management of the river's ecosystem, as well as the development of its surrounding areas.
• Atal Jal Purti is a scheme launched by the Ministry of Jal Shakti to provide safe and adequate drinking water to rural households through the implementation of sustainable water supply systems.
• Jal Shakti is a central government ministry responsible for the management and conservation of water resources in India. It was created by merging the Ministry of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation, and the Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation in 2019.

The correct answer is Parvati.

Key Points

• Gangaur festival is celebrated in the month of Chaitra in honor of the goddess Gauri or Parvati.
• This is the festival celebrated in Rajasthan and some parts of Gujarat.
• Unmarried women worship Gouri to be blessed with a good husband while married women do this for health and a long and happy life for their husband.
• It starts on the first day of Chaitra, the day after Holi, and continues for 16 days.
• Gangor of Jaipur is world famous.
• The sweet dish called ghewar is an important dish of the Gangaur festival.

Additional Information

• Sita is an incarnation of Goddess Lakshmi and is mainly worshipped during Diwali. She is not associated with the Gangaur Festival.
• Lakshmi is the goddess of wealth and prosperity and is worshipped during the festival of Diwali. She is not associated with the Gangaur Festival.
• Durga is mainly worshipped during the festival of Navratri which is celebrated in the Hindu month of Ashwin (September-October). She is not associated with the Gangaur Festival.

The correct answer is Kumaragupta.

Key Points 

• Kumargupta founded Nalanda University in the 5^th century A.D.
• He was also called Shakraditya.
• Nalanda University:
• Constructed during the rule of Kumar Gupta of the Gupta dynasty.
• Mahayana monks Asnaga and Vasubandhu said to have found Nalanda in 400-500AD.
• Chinese pilgrim Hiuen Tsang came during Harsha’s reign, gave a detailed account of Nalanda University.
• Nalanda was a huge monastic educational establishment.
• Primary teaching focus: Mahayana Buddhism, yet included other ‘secular’ subjects as well- Like, Grammar, logic, epistemology, and sciences.

Additional Information

• Skandagupta was the successor of Kumaragupta and ruled from 455 CE to 467 CE. He is known for his military campaigns against the Huns.
• Chandragupta II, also known as Vikramaditya, was a ruler of the Gupta dynasty who ruled from 380 CE to 415 CE. He was known for his patronage of the arts, literature, and science.
• Samudragupta was a ruler of the Gupta dynasty who ruled from 335 CE to 375 CE. He is known for his military conquests and his extensive empire

The correct answer is Assam and Maharashtra, respectively.

Key Points

• The Khelo India Youth Games 2020 edition was jointly hosted by Assam and Maharashtra.
• The fourth edition of the Khelo India Youth Games was actually hosted by the state of Haryana, India.
• The event was held from January 10 to January 20, 2020, and took place across various venues in the cities of Panchkula, Ambala, and Chandigarh.
• Over 6,800 athletes from 37 states and union territories participated in 20 different sports disciplines in the games.
• The Khelo India Youth Games is an annual national-level multi-sport event organized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, to identify young talent and promote a sports culture in the country.
• The Khelo India Youth Games is an initiative of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports to promote sports at the grassroots level and identify talent for the Olympics.
• The games feature 16 disciplines, including athletics, boxing, football, and swimming.
• Maharashtra was one of the host states for the Khelo India Youth Games 2020 edition but not the winning state. The state hosted the first edition of the games in 2018.
• Assam was the winning state, and Maharashtra was one of the host states.
• Assam was the winning state for the Khelo India Youth Games 2020 edition, but it was not the only host state. Maharashtra was the other host state.

Additional Information

• Khelo India Youth Games is a national-level multi-sport event organized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India.
• The aim of the games is to identify young talent in various sports disciplines and provide them with a platform to showcase their skills at the national level.
• The Khelo India Youth Games is held annually and features competitions in multiple sports disciplines, including athletics, boxing, swimming, wrestling, shooting, archery, and gymnastics.
• The Khelo India Youth Games were launched in 2018 and have since then become one of the largest sporting events in the country.
• The games are organized in two categories - Under-17 and Under-21 - and are held in different parts of the country each year.
• The Khelo India Youth Games provides a platform for young athletes from all parts of India to compete against each other and showcase their talent at the national level.

The correct answer is Peruvian.

Key Points

• El Niño is a climate pattern that describes the unusual warming of surface waters in the eastern equatorial Pacific Ocean.
• Trade winds and the atmosphere are also impacted by El Niño.
• El Niño is a climate pattern that describes the unusual warming of surface waters in the eastern tropical Pacific Ocean.
• El Nino, meaning "Child Christ'' is a warm ocean current appearing along the Peru coast, generally in December.
• It normally happens once every 4-5 years though it is not fixed.
• It replaces the cold Peru Ocean current flowing along the Peru coast in normal years.

Additional Information

• The Brazilian and Argentinian coasts are not directly affected by El Nino, although they may experience some indirect impacts on their weather patterns.
• The Chilean coast is also affected by El Nino, but the current does not flow past it in place of the cold current. Instead, the warm current moves closer to the coast, leading to warmer sea surface temperatures and changes in the marine ecosystem.

The correct answer is a political party.

Key Points

• A political party is a group of individuals who come together to contest elections and hold power in government.
• Political parties have a shared ideology or set of beliefs that guide their policies and decision-making.
• The members of a political party work together to promote their agenda and gain support from voters.
• Political parties play a crucial role in democracies, as they provide citizens with a choice of candidates and ideas.
• A political party constitutes a member who has a common interest in policies and ideologies.
• A political party can be of two types: a national party or a state party.
• The leader, active members, and followers are an integral part of a political party.
• They introduce various policies and programs for the people of the country.
• They play a decisive role in the legislation and execution of any policy.
• The opposition party plays the role of critic for the government which is the true essence of any democracy.
• The political party molds public opinion on various issues.
• Political parties take political stances, while pressure groups do not bother about political issues.

Additional Information

• Proletariat refers to the working class, while municipality refers to a local government unit.
• Judiciary refers to the branch of government responsible for interpreting and applying the law.

The correct answer is Manjari Jaruhar.

Key Points

• Manjari Jaruhar: The recently released book "Madam Sir" narrates the story of Manjari Jaruhar.
• Manjari Jaruhar is noted as the first woman IPS officer of the Indian state of Bihar.
• The book is an autobiographical account that spans her 34-year long career in the Police Service.
• It provides insights into the challenges faced by police officers, particularly female officers, as well as societal perceptions of the police force.

Hence, Manjari Jaruhar is the correct answer.

Important Points

• Book Details:
• The book "Madam Sir" explores not just Manjari Jaruhar's personal journey but also delves into the broader themes of gender and policing in India.
• The narrative highlights her interactions and experiences within the police force, providing an insider's view of the challenges and triumphs faced by women in uniform.
• Broader Context:
• The book is a significant addition to the literature on women in Indian law enforcement, offering inspiration and insight into the dedication required to succeed in such a demanding field.
• It reflects on societal attitudes and the progress made in terms of gender equality within the police force.

Additional Information 

• Kiran Bedi: Kiran Bedi is a well-known IPS officer who became the first woman to join the Indian Police Service in 1972.
• Sanjukta Parashar: Sanjukta Parashar is an IPS officer known for her contributions to counter-insurgency operations in Assam.
• Kanchan Chaudhary Bhattacharya: Kanchan Chaudhary Bhattacharya was the first woman IPS officer to become the Director General of Police.

The correct answer is the Public Distribution System.

 

Key Points

• Gramdan is a concept that was introduced by Vinoba Bhave, which means the donation of land for the common good.
• It is not a programme that provides food grains or essential commodities.
• Buffer Stock refers to the stock of food grains that is maintained by the government to stabilise prices and ensure food security. It is not a programme that provides food grains or essential commodities directly to the people.
• Bhoodan is also a concept introduced by Vinoba Bhave, which means the donation of land by landlords to landless farmers.
• It is not a programme that provides food grains or essential commodities.

 

Additional Information

 Public Distribution System:

• The PDS was introduced in India in 1947 to provide food security to the poor and to stabilise prices.
• The PDS distributes essential commodities such as rice, wheat, sugar, and kerosene at subsidised prices through a network of Fair Price Shops (FPS) across the country.
• The PDS is implemented by the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution and is one of the largest food security programmes in the world.
• The PDS has undergone several reforms in recent years, including the introduction of Aadhaar-based biometric authentication to prevent leakages and ensure that the benefits reach the intended beneficiaries.

The correct answer is Praful Patel.

 

Key Points

• Lakshadweep is the smallest union territory of India.
• Praful Patel is currently the Administrator of Lakshadweep.
• He is also the Administrator of Dadra Nagar Haveli and Daman& Diu.
• It has 36 islands.
• The islands cover 32 sq km and the capital of Lakshadweep Islands is Kavaratti which is also the major city of UT.
• All the islands are located in the Arabian Sea which is 220 to 440 km from the coastal city of Kochi in Kerala.
• Andrott Island is the largest island and has an area of 4.90 km.
• It is in the east-west direction, between 10°48' and 10°50' N latitude and 73°38' and 73°42' E longitude.
• As per the 2011 census, Lakshadweep has a population of 64429.
• About 93% of the total population is Muslim.

Additional Information

• Mamata Banerjee
• She is the current Chief Minister of West Bengal and has no connection with the administration of Lakshadweep.
• Devendra Kumar Joshi
• He is a retired Indian Navy officer and was appointed as the Lieutenant Governor of Andaman and Nicobar Islands in October 2021.
• Manoj Sinha
• He is the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir and assumed office in August 2020.

The correct answer is liability.

Key Points

• Loans are a liability because they represent an obligation that has to be fulfilled by the borrower.
• When a loan is taken, the borrower receives funds that are recorded as a liability on the balance sheet, which needs to be repaid with interest within a specific period.
• The repayment of loans is a crucial aspect of financial management as it affects a company's cash flow and the ability to take on new debt or invest in growth opportunities.
• Assets are anything that a company owns that has value, such as equipment, inventory, or property. Equity represents the residual interest in the assets of an entity after deducting liabilities. Growth is the increase in the value of assets or the expansion of a business.

Additional Information

• Asset: An asset is anything that a company owns that has value and can be converted into cash.
• Examples of assets include equipment, inventory, property, and investments. Assets are typically recorded on the balance sheet and can be categorized as current or non-current.
• Growth: Growth refers to the increase in the value of assets or the expansion of a business.
• It can be measured in terms of revenue, profits, market share, or other key performance indicators. Growth is essential for businesses to remain competitive and achieve long-term success.
• Equity: Equity represents the residual interest in the assets of an entity after deducting liabilities.
• It can be thought of as the net worth of a company, and it is calculated by subtracting liabilities from assets. Equity can be divided into two main categories: owner's equity and retained earnings.
• Owner's equity represents the investment made by the owners, while retained earnings are the profits that have been reinvested into the company.
• Liability: A liability is an obligation that a company owes to another party, such as a loan or debt. Liabilities are recorded on the balance sheet and can be classified as current or non-current.
• Current liabilities are due within one year, while non-current liabilities are due after one year.
• Liabilities are a crucial aspect of financial management as they impact a company's cash flow and ability to take on new debt or invest in growth opportunities.

The correct answer is Shovana Narayan.

Key Points

• Shovana Narayan received the Parishad Samman from the Delhi government.
• The Parishad Samman is a prestigious award given by the Delhi government to artists who have made significant contributions to the field of art and culture.
• Anuradha Pandey is not the correct answer as she has not received the Parishad Samman from the Delhi government.
• Kelucharan Mohapatra is also not the correct answer as he was a renowned Odissi dancer and choreographer who passed away in 2004.
• Vempati Chinna Satyam is also not the correct answer as he was a famous Kuchipudi dancer who passed away in 2002.

Additional Information

• Anuradha Pandey is a well-known Kathak dancer and choreographer who has received several awards for her contribution to the field of dance.
• Kelucharan Mohapatra was a renowned Odissi dancer and choreographer who is credited with reviving the classical dance form in the 20th century.
• Vempati Chinna Satyam was a famous Kuchipudi dancer and choreographer who is credited with popularizing the dance form across the world.

The correct answer is Administrative Convenience.

Key Points 

• The Partition of Bengal (1905), was carried out by the British Viceroy in India, Lord Curzon.
• The partition was supported by the Muslims of East Bengal and their support was motivated by the poor economic conditions in East Bengal.
• The decision to split Bengal came in July and by October 16, 1905, Bengal had been divided into Piston Bengal and Assam and the rest of Bengal.
• The partition separated the largely Muslim eastern areas from the largely Hindu western areas.
• Administrative Convenience was given an official reason by the Britishers for the partition of Bengal in 1905.

Additional Information

• Facts about the partition of Bengal are:
• The provincial state of Bengal had a population of nearly 80 million at that time.
• It included the Hindi-speaking regions of Bihar, the Odia-speaking regions of Odisha, and the Assamese-speaking region of Assam.
• The government announced the idea for partition in January 1904.
• The idea was opposed by Henry John Stedman Cotton, Chief Commissioner of Assam.
• But the Partition of Bengal went on to happen on October 16, 1905, by Viceroy Curzon.
• Annulment of Bengal
• The partition of Bengal was annulled in 1911.
• Partition of Bengal was canceled by Lord Hardinge II.
• The capital of British India was moved to Delhi from Calcutta in 1911.

The correct answer is Carbon dioxide.

Key Points 

• The gas released by burning natural gas is carbon dioxide (CO2).
• Natural gas mainly consists of methane (CH4) which is a hydrocarbon.
• When it is burned, it reacts with oxygen (O2) in the air and produces carbon dioxide and water vapor.
• The process of combustion is a process in which the material reacts with oxygen dioxide, releasing energy in the form of light and heat.
• Combustion reactions must require O₂ as a single reactant.

Additional Information

• Carbon dioxide is a greenhouse gas and its emission contributes to global warming and climate change.
• Hydrogen (H₂) is not released on burning natural gas. However, it can be produced by steam reforming of natural gas.
• Hydrogen sulfide (H₂S) is a colorless gas with a foul odor. It is sometimes present in natural gas and can cause corrosion in pipes and equipment. It is removed during the processing of natural gas.
• Ozone (O₃) is not released by burning natural gas. It is a form of oxygen that is formed by the action of sunlight on pollutants such as nitrogen oxides (NOx) and volatile organic compounds (VOCs).

The correct answer is Banaras gharana.

Key Points

• Janaki Prasad is associated with the Banaras Gharana of Kathak, which is known for its intricate footwork and graceful movements.
• This gharana originated in the city of Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh and is characterized by its emphasis on layakari (rhythmic play) tandava (masculine) and lasya (feminine) elements.
• The Banaras Gharana is known for its intricate footwork and graceful movements.
• The Lucknow Gharana, also known as the Purrab Gharana, is one of the oldest and most influential schools of Kathak. It is known for its graceful, delicate movements and intricate footwork.
• The Jaipur Gharana, also known as the Jaipur-Atrauli Gharana, is known for its emphasis on technical precision and rhythmic complexity.
• The Raigarh Gharana, also known as the Kalka-Bindadin Gharana, is a relatively new school of Kathak that emerged in the early 20th century in the town of Raigarh in Chhattisgarh. It is known for its use of acrobatic movements and martial arts-inspired techniques.

Additional Information

• ​The 'UP Sangeet Natak Akademi' was established on 13 November 1963.
• 'Kathak dance' is the Shastri dance of Uttar Pradesh.
• Kathak is the dance form of Rajasthan and North India.
• In the medieval period, it was related to Krishna Katha and dance.
• At present, Birju Maharaj has been its great lecturer.

The correct answer is fats and sugars.

Key Points

• The food guide pyramid is a visual representation of the recommended amounts of different food groups that should be consumed in a healthy diet.
• Cereal grains, are located in the second tier of the pyramid and should be consumed in moderate amounts.
• Fruits and vegetables, are located in the third tier of the pyramid and should be consumed in larger amounts than grains and fats/sugars.
• Pulses and legumes, are also located in the third tier of the pyramid and should be consumed in moderate amounts as they provide protein and other important nutrients.

Additional Information

Food Chain- 

• It is defined as the transfer of food energy from green plants (producers) through a series of organisms with repeated eating and then being eaten.
• Any food chain in our nature essentially starts with producers and ends with animals or top carnivores.
• There are 2 types of food chains namely- Grazing Food Chain and Detritus Food Chain.

Food Pyramids-

• If the trophic levels of any food chain are drawn vertically then it is said to be an Ecological Pyramid.
• There are 3 types of Pyramids for every Ecosystem namely- Numbers Pyramid, Energy Pyramid, and Biomass Pyramid.
• The Autotrophs form the base of the pyramid while the Top Carnivores from the tip of the Pyramid.

The correct answer is 2010 Winter Olympic Games - London.

Key Points

• The 2010 Winter Olympic Games were held in Vancouver, Canada, not London.
• Beijing hosted the 2022 Winter Olympic Games, becoming the first city to host both the Summer and Winter Olympics.
• Sochi hosted the 2014 Winter Olympic Games in Russia, marking the first time the Winter Games were held in Russia.
• PyeongChang hosted the 2018 Winter Olympic Games in South Korea, known for being the first Winter Olympics held in the country.

Additional Information

Important Indian Olympians:

Given:

Volume of cylinder (V) = 6,160 m³

Diameter of base (d) = 28 m

π = 2z/7

Concept:

Volume of a Cylinder, V = πr²h

Where,

r = radius of base = d/2

h = height (or depth) of cylinder

Solution:

⇒ Radius (r) = Diameter / 2 = 28 m / 2 = 14 m

⇒ 6160 m³ = (22/7) × (14 m)² × h

⇒ 10 m

∴ Option 1 is the correct answer.

Given:

17% of 630

35% of x

Concept:

Percentages

Solution:

⇒ 17/100 × 630 = 35/100 × x

⇒ 306

∴ Option 3 is the correct answer.

Given:

Radius (r) = 7 inches

Height (h) = 27 inches

π = 22/7

Concept:

Volume of a Cone, V = 1/3πr²h

Solution:

⇒ V = 1/3 × (22/7) × (7 inches)² × 27 inches

⇒ V = (1/3)π × (7 inches)² ×(27 inches)

⇒ V = (1/3)π × (49 square inches) × (27 inches)

⇒ V = 22 × 7 × 9

⇒ V = 1386 inches3

∴ Option 2 is the correct answer.

Given data:

Price of mangoes: 2 for ₹5 and another equal number at 3 for ₹5.

The required profit: 20%

Concept Used:

Unitary method and Profit calculation formula.

Solution:

For the 1st lot,

Cost Price (CP) of 1 mango = ₹5/2 = ₹2.5

For the 2nd lot,

CP of 1 mango = ₹5/3 = ₹1.67 (approximately)

⇒ Average cost price for 1 mango = (2.5 + 1.67)/2 = ₹2.08

⇒ Total CP for 12 mangoes = 12 × 2.08 = ₹25

⇒ Desired Profit = 20% of ₹25 = ₹5

⇒ Hence, selling price (SP) needs to be CP + Profit = ₹25 + ₹5 = ₹30

Therefore, to make a profit of 20%, she should sell a dozen mangoes for ₹30.

Given data:

Compound interest (CI) = 33.1% of the principal.

Time (t) = 3 years

Concept:

The formula of compound interest,

A = P(1 + r/100)^t.

Solution:  

CI = 33.1% of Principal (P)

⇒ Amount (A) after 3 years = P + 33.1% of P = P(1 + 0.331)

In the compound interest formula,

A = P(1 + r/100)³,

substitute given values

⇒ P(1 + 0.331) = P(1 + r/100)³

⇒ (1 + 0.331) = (1 + r/100)³

⇒ {∛(1 + 0.331)} = 1 + r/100

⇒ {∛(1.331)} - 1 = r/100

⇒ 1.1 - 1 = r/100

⇒ r = 0.1 × 100 = 10%

Therefore, the rate of interest per annum is 10%.

Given data:

P, Q are the proportionals.

Ratio of third proportional to fourth proportional is 5:6

Concept:

Third proportional = (Q²) / P 

Fourth proportional = (Q × R) / P 

Solution:

Third proportional = (Q²) / P

Fourth proportional = (Q × R) / P

⇒ (Q²) / P : (Q × R) / P = 5 : 6

After simplifying,

⇒ Q : R = 5 : 6

Therefore, the ratio Q : R is 5 : 6.

Given data:

Selling price (SP) = Rs. 28,448.

Profit = 12%

Concept:

Formula of Profit and loss.

Solution:  

CP = SP ÷ (1 + profit% / 100)

⇒ CP = 28,448 ÷ (1 + 12% / 100)

⇒ CP = 28,448 ÷ 1.12

⇒ CP = Rs. 25,400.

To find new SP, when profit is reduced to 8%

⇒ New SP = CP × (1 + new profit% / 100)

⇒ New SP = 25,400 × (1 + 8% / 100)

⇒ New SP = 25,400 × 108/100 = 27,432

∴ New SP is Rs. 27,432.

Given data:

Present height = 1.2 m

Growth rate = 2% per annum

Time = 3 years

Concept:

Compound Interest Growth = Present Height × (1 + growth% / 100)time

Solution:

Height after 3 years = Present Height × (1 + growth% / 100)^time

⇒ Height after 3 years = 1.2 × (1+2/100)³ 

After calculation,

⇒ Height after 3 years = 1.2 × 1.0612

Therefore, the height of the plant afte r three years is approximately 1.273 m.

Given data:

Speed of 1st train = 15 km/h

Speed of 2nd train = 26 km/h

Difference in distance covered = 99 km

Concept:

Distance equals speed multiplied by time, and relative speed concept.

Solution:

Relative Speed (since they are moving towards each other) = 15 + 26 = 41 km/h

⇒ Let 'x' be the time taken to meet, so 15x = 26x - 99 (since one train has travelled 99 km more than the other)

Solve for 'x',

⇒ x = 99 / 11 = 9 hours

The distance travelled by either train is their speed multiplied by the time taken.

⇒ The distance travelled by the first train = 15 × 9 = 135 km

⇒ The distance travelled by the second train = 26 × 9 = 234 km

The distance between the two stations is 135 km + 234 km = 369 km.

∴ The distance between the two stations is 369 km.

Shortcut Trick

LCM of 24 and 36 = 72.

Smallest 4-digit number is 1000, and the nearest multiple of 72 is 72 × 14 = 1008.

Z = Remainder when 1008 is divided by 40.

1008 = 40 × 25 + 8 ⇒ Z = 8.

Square of Z = 8² = 64.

∴ The correct answer is 64.

Alternate Method

Given:

Smallest 4-digit number exactly divisible by 24 and 36.

Z is the remainder when this number is divided by 40.

Calculations:

⇒ Prime factorization of 24 = 2³ × 3

⇒ Prime factorization of 36 = 2² × 3²

⇒ LCM of 24 and 36 = 2³ × 3² = 8 × 9 = 72

⇒ The smallest 4-digit number is 1000.

⇒ 1000 ÷ 72 = 13 with a remainder of 64.

⇒ To find the smallest 4-digit multiple of 72, add (72 − 64) to 1000.

⇒ Required 4-digit number = 1000 + 8 = 1008.

⇒ Now, divide 1008 by 40 to find Z.

⇒ 1008 = (40 × 25) + 8

⇒ Thus, remainder Z = 8.

⇒ We need to find the square of Z.

⇒ Z² = 8² = 64.

∴ The correct answer is 64.

Additional Information

Least Common Multiple (LCM)

The smallest positive integer that is perfectly divisible by each of the given numbers. It is found by multiplying the highest powers of all prime factors present in the numbers.

Finding a Number Divisible by N in a Range

To find the smallest multiple of a number N greater than a base number B, use the formula: B + (N − Remainder of B ÷ N).

Remainder Theorem (Basic Division)

For any integer division, Dividend = (Divisor × Quotient) + Remainder, where the Remainder is always strictly less than the Divisor.

Given data:

A can complete the work in 15 days.

A worked alone for 4 days.

B completed the remaining work in 18 days.

Concept:

LCM & Work Efficiency calculation

Efficiency = Total Work / Days

Solution:

Consider the work as a whole, constitute it using LCM of 15 and 18 which is 90 units.

⇒ Efficiency of A = Total Work / Days = 90 units / 15 days = 6 units/day

In 4 days,

⇒ A will complete = 6 units/day × 4 days = 24 units

⇒ Remaining work = total work - work done by A = 90 units - 24 units = 66 units

⇒ B completes 66 units in 18 days, so B's efficiency = 66 units / 18 days = 3.67 units/day

⇒ Combined efficiency of A and B = 6 units/day + 3.67 units/day = 9.67 units/day

⇒ Time for A & B to complete the work together = Total Work / Combined efficiency = 90 units / 9.67 units/day = $9 \frac{9}{29}$ days.

Therefore, A and B together will finish the work in approximately $9 \frac{9}{29}$ days

Given data:

10% of P + 5% of Q = 1/4 × (15% of P + 25% of Q).

Solution: 

10% of P + 5% of Q = 1/4 × (15% of P + 25% of Q).

⇒ Simplifying gives 0.10P + 0.05Q = 0.0375P + 0.0625Q

⇒ 0.0625P = 0.0125Q

⇒ P/Q = 0.0125 / 0.0625

Therefore, the ratio of P to Q is 1 : 5.

Given:

a = 5, b = 11

Formula used:

The third proportional to a and b (a:b::b:x) is given by the formula:

x = b² / a

Calculation:

x = b2 / a = 11² / 5 = 121 / 5 = 24.2

So, the third proportion of 5 and 11 is 24.2.

Calculation:

Work rate of A (Ra) = 1/40 work/day Work rate of B (Rb) = 1/80 work/day

Together, their combined work rate (Rc) is:

Rc = Ra + Rb = 1/40 + 1/80 = 1/40 + 2/80 = 3/80 work/day

If they work together for 20 days, the fraction of the work they complete (Wc) is:

Wc = Rc * t = 3/80 * 20 = 3/4 of the work

So if 3/4 of the work is complete, the fraction of the work left (Wl) is:

Wl = 1 - Wc = 1 - 3/4 = 1/4 of the work is left to complete.

Calculation:

Prime numbers are numbers that have only two distinct positive divisors: one and themselves. Let's list down the prime numbers between 50 and 80:

53, 59, 61, 67, 71, 73, 79

So, there are 7 prime numbers between 50 and 80.

Given:

Circular track length (L) = 500 m Speed of A (Va) = 4 m/sec Speed of B (Vb) = 5 m/sec

Formula used:

The relative speed (Vr) = Vb - Va

Calculation:

Vr = 5 m/sec - 4 m/sec = 1 m/sec

The time (t) they meet for the first time at the starting point can be found using the formula: t = L / Vr

t = 500 / 1 = 500 seconds

∴ Option 2 is the correct answer.

Given:

The numbers are 1,2,3,4,5.

Calculation:

Cube of these numbers are 1³, 2³, 3³, 4³, 5³ is 1, 8, 27, 64, 125.

⇒ (1 + 8 + 27 + 64 + 125)/5 = 225/5 = 45.

Average of the square of first 5 natural numbers

Square of these numbers are 1², 2², 3², 4², 5² ⇒ 1, 4, 9, 16, 25.

Add all these squares and find the average: (1 + 4 + 9 + 16 + 25)/5 = 55/5 = 11.

Finally, find the difference between these averages:

⇒ 45 - 11 = 34.

∴ Option 1 is the correct answer.

Given:

Regular Price (RP) = Rs. 1800 Discount (d) = 20%

Formula used:

DP = RP - (d/100) × RP

Calculation:

DP = 1800 - (20/100) × 1800 = 1800 - 360 = Rs. 1440

∴ Option 3 is the correct answer.

Given:

Marked Price (MP) = Rs. 1,880 Discount (d) = 15%

Formula used:

SP = MP - (d/100) × MP

Calculation:

SP = 1,880 - (15/100) × 1,880 = 1,880 - 282 = Rs. 1,598

∴ Option 4 is the correct answer.

Given:

Speed1 (s1) = 60 km/h for the first half, and Speed2 (s2) = 80 km/h for the second half.

Formula used:

Average Speed = 2s1s2 / (s1 + s2)

Calculation:

Average Speed = 26080 / (60 + 80) = 9600 / 140 = $68 \frac{4}{7}$ km/h.

∴ Option 2 is the correct answer.

The correct answer is "Thanklessness."

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 Key Points

• Gratitude means the quality of being thankful and showing appreciation. (आभारी होने और सराहना दिखाने का गुण)
• Example: Many of his patients gave works of art to Dr. Klein in gratitude.
• The antonym of "Gratitude" is "Thanklessness."
• Thanklessness means a lack of gratitude or appreciation. (कृतज्ञता प्रदर्शित न करना या महसूस न करना)
• Example: She shows thanklessness behaviour.
• The correct answer is Option 1.
  

Additional Information

• Option 2 (Mercy): kindness shown by somebody/something who has the power to make somebody suffer. (दया, रहम (उस व्यक्ति द्वारा जो दूसरे को पीड़ित करने में समर्थ हो))
• Option 3 (Appreciation): understanding and enjoyment of the value of something. (गुण-ग्रहण; समालोचना, गुण-दोष विवेचन)
• Option 4 (Care): looking after somebody/something so that he/she/it has what he/she/it needs for his/her/its health and protection. (किसी की देखभाल या देखरेख)

The correct answer is "sole."

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Key Points 

• 'Sole' refers to the bottom part of a shoe (पैर का तलुवा).
• Example: The sole of her shoe was broken.
• Here, we are talking about shoe, so the correct word is "sole."
• The correct answer is Option 2.
  

Correct sentence: *He is a good soul. Although the sole of his shoe is worn out, he never asks anyone to help him with money.*​

Additional Information 

• 'Soil' refers to the top layer of earth. (पृथ्वी की सबसे ऊपरी परत)
• Example: This is sandy soil.
• 'Seal' refers to a device used to close or secure something. (किसी चीज़ को बंद करने या सुरक्षित करने के लिए उपयोग किया जाने वाला उपकरण)
• Example: She used the seal of her college.
• 'Sold' is the past tense of 'sell'. It means to give something to somebody who pays for it and is then the owner of it. (किसी को कुछ बेचना (दाम लेकर वस्‍तु देना, और ग्राहक का वस्‍तु का स्‍वामी हो जाना))
• Example: She sold my car.

The correct answer is "it has just been painted."

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 Key Points

• The original sentence is in the present tense, so option 4, which uses "has just been painted," is the most grammatically correct choice.
• Option 1, "it had painted just," is grammatically incorrect because "it" cannot be the subject of the verb "painted."
• Option 2, "it was painted just," is grammatically correct but does not convey the same meaning as the original sentence. It suggests that someone painted the bench at some point in the past, rather than just now.
• Option 3, "it had been painted just," is grammatically correct but uses the past perfect tense, which is not necessary in this context.
• The correct answer is option 4.

Correct sentence: Don't sit on this bench as it has just been painted.

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Additional Information

• Option 1 is incorrect because it uses "had" incorrectly; Option 2 is grammatically correct but does not fit the context; Option 3 uses the past perfect tense unnecessarily.

The correct answer is "Menipulate."

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 Key Points

• The correct spelling of the word is "Manipulate."
• The incorrect spelling in Option 2 has an "e" between "m" and "n."
• It means to handle or control something or someone in a skillful manner. (किसी को अपने पक्ष में प्रभावित कर लेना (कि वह वही करे या सोचे जो आप चाहते है))
• Example: Throughout her career she has very successfully manipulated the media.
• The correct answer is Option 2.
  

Additional Information

• Option 1: "Anticipate" means to expect or predict something. (किसी चीज़ की आशा या भविष्यवाणी करना)
• Option 3: "Calculate" means to determine a mathematical answer or estimate. (गणना करना, हिसाब लगाना, परिकलन करना)
• Option 4: "Instigate" means to provoke or initiate an action. (उकसाना, भड़काना)

The correct answer is "It is easier to be in a known bad situation than being in an unknown worse situation."

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 Key Points

• The idiom "Better the devil you know than the devil you don't" means that it is safer to deal with a familiar difficulty than to risk a new one. (किसी नई कठिनाई का जोखिम उठाने की तुलना में किसी परिचित कठिनाई से निपटना अधिक सुरक्षित है)
• The unknown devil may be even worse than the known one, and we may not be prepared for the challenges it brings.
• This idiom is often used to suggest that sticking with a current situation, even if it is not ideal, may be better than taking a risk on something new and unknown.
• The correct answer is Option 4.

The correct answer is "Farmaceutical."

 

Key Points

• The correct spelling of the word is "Pharmaceutical."
• The incorrect spelling in Option 4 is the use "F" instead of "Ph."
• "Pharmaceutical" means connected with the production of medicines and drugs. (औषधियों और दवाओं के निर्माण से संबंधित)
• Example: She has a pharmaceutical company.
• The correct answer is Option 4.

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 Additional Information

• Option 1: "Philosophy" is spelled correctly and refers to the study of fundamental questions about existence, reality, and values. (जीवन के अर्थ एवं मतों से संबंधित विचारों का अध्ययन; दर्शन-शास्‍त्र)
• Option 2: "Passive" is spelled correctly and describes a person or thing that is not active or does not take action. (जो कोई प्रतिक्रिया, भावना या रुचि न दिखाए; निष्क्रिय)
• Option 3: "Horrendous" is spelled correctly and means extremely unpleasant, shocking, or terrible. (बहुत बुरा या अप्रिय)

The correct answer is "An unrealistic or unattainable goal."

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 Key Points

• The idiom "will-o-the-wisp" refers to something that is elusive or unattainable. (कुछ ऐसा जो मायावी या अप्राप्य हो)
• Example: He said that achieving a first rank is will-o-the-wisp.
• It can also refer to something that leads you on a wild goose chase or is a distraction from what is important.
• The term comes from a phenomenon in which a phosphorescent light appears at night over marshy ground, which people would try to follow but could never catch.
• Synonyms for "will-o-the-wisp" include "delusion," "illusion," and "fantasy."
• The correct answer is Option 4.

The correct answer is "subtle."

Key Points

• "Subtle" means not obvious or easy to detect. (बहुत गाढ़ा या चमकदार नहीं, हलका सूक्ष्‍म, बारीक)
• Example: This dress has subtle colours.
• The sentence implies that the influences that shape our destinies are not always easy to see or understand.
• The word "subtle" is an adjective that describes the noun "influences".
• The correct answer is Option 4.
  

Correct sentence: As I review the events of my past life, I realise how subtle are the influences that shape our destinies.

Additional Information

• "Artless" means lacking skill or knowledge, or lacking in cunning or deceit. (कौशल या ज्ञान की कमी, या चालाकी या धोखे की कमी​)
• Example: The artless child was easily fooled by the magician's tricks.
• "Trumpet" is a musical instrument or a verb that means to proclaim or announce loudly. (तुरही (पीतल से बना फूँक मार कर बजाया जाने वाला बाजा, जिस पर स्‍वर-परिवर्तन के लिए तीन बटन लगे होते हैं))
• Example: She brought her trumpet for the show
• "Crude" means rough or unrefined, or lacking in taste or manners. (सरल और बुनियादी; अपरिष्‍कृत)
• Example: The crude oil spill polluted the ocean.

The correct answer is "the class doesn't know."

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 Key Points

• The subject "monitor" is singular, so the verb should also be singular, which is "doesn't" in this case.
• The past tense "knew" is not appropriate because the sentence is in present tense.
• "Doesn't knew" is not a correct verb construction in English.
• "Didn't knew" is the past tense of "didn't know," which is not appropriate for this sentence in present tense.
• "Doesn't know" is the correct present tense verb construction for this sentence.
• The correct answer is Option 3.
  

Correct sentence: The monitor of the class doesn't know the answer.

The correct answer is "auricles."

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 Key Points

• The operation being referred to is distinguished from other forms of heart surgery and repair of openings between the auricles.
• "Auricles" are the two upper chambers of the heart that receive blood from the veins and contract to force blood into the ventricles. (हृदय का उपरि-गह्वर जिसमें से रक्त प्रवाहित होकर सारे शरीर में जाता है; आलिंद)
• Example: There is a large auricle or flap on one side of the umbo.
• The repair of openings between the auricles is a different type of heart surgery.
• The correct answer is Option 1.
  

Correct sentence: The operation is to be distinguished from other forms of heart surgery and, in particular, from the repair of openings between the auricles.

Additional Information

• Option 2 (oracles) is not a correct answer and does not make sense in the context of heart surgery. "Oracles" can refer to a person or thing regarded as a source of wise counsel or prophetic opinions. (प्राचीन ग्रीस में एक स्‍थान जहाँ लोग भविष्‍य के विषय में देववाणी सुनने जाते थे; लोगों की मान्‍यता के अनुसार देववाणी सुनाने वाले पुरोहित)
• Option 3 (oculus) means a round or eye-like opening or design, such as a circular window or an opening at the apex of a dome. (एक गोल या आँख जैसा खुला भाग या डिज़ाइन, जैसे गोलाकार खिड़की या गुंबद के शीर्ष पर एक खुला भाग)

The correct answer is "Improbable."

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 Key Points

• Presumable means something that is assumed to be true without concrete evidence. (कुछ ऐसा जिसे बिना ठोस सबूत के सच मान लिया जाता है)
• Example: It is presumable that important changes are already underway.
• Improbable is the opposite of presumable.
• Improbable means something that is unlikely to happen or be true, not likely to be true or to happen. (जिसके सच निकलने या घटित होने की संभावना नहीं; असंभाव्‍य)
• Example: This is an improbable explanation.
• The prefix 'im' in Improbable means 'not', making it an antonym of Presumable.
• The correct answer is Option 3.

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 Additional Information

• Option 1 - Reasonable: Reasonable means logical or sensible. (उचित व्‍यवहार और विवेकपूर्ण)
• Option 2 - Forgetful: Forgetful means having a poor memory or easily forgetting things.
• Option 4 - Credible: Credible means believable or trustworthy.

The correct answer is "Puzzle."

 

Key Points

• Confuse means to cause someone to become bewildered or perplexed. (उलझन में डाल देना; गड़बड़ा या चकरा देना; सोच-विचार में दुविधा पैदा करना)
• Example: He confused everybody with his pages of facts and figures.
• Synonyms of confuse include puzzle, baffle, mystify, and bewilder.
• Puzzle means to make somebody feel confused because he/she does not understand something. (किसी को उलझन में डाल देना (बात को समझ न पाने के कारण))
• Example: The instructions for assembling the furniture puzzled me, and I had to ask for help.
• The correct answer is Option 4.
  

Additional Information

• Option 1: Admit means to allow entry or access, or to acknowledge the truth of something. (किसी अप्रिय बात की सत्‍यता स्‍वीकारना या अपनी ग़लती मान लेना)
• Example: The hospital will only admit patients who have a referral from their doctor.
• Option 2: Compose means to create or write something, or to make up the parts of something. (घटकों का अपने से बड़ी वस्‍तु को बनाना)
• Example: She composed a beautiful poem for her friend's wedding.
• Option 3: Disunion means a state of separation or division. (अलगाव या विभाजन की अवस्था)
• Example: The disunion of the company's partners caused a lot of tension in the workplace.

The correct answer is "Insufficient."

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 Key Points

• Deficient means lacking in some essential quality or element. (किसी आवश्यक गुण या तत्व की कमी होना)
• Example: The company's budget was deficient, so they had to cut back on expenses.
• Insufficient is a synonym of deficient, meaning not enough or inadequate. (अपर्याप्त, नाकाफ़ी)
• Example: The students complained that they were given insufficient time for the test.
• The correct answer is Option 1.
  

Additional Information

• Option 2 (Sufficient) means enough or adequate, which is the opposite of deficient. (जितना आवश्‍यक हो उतना; पर्याप्त)
• Option 3 (Distinct) means clear or easily distinguishable, which is not related to deficient. (स्‍पष्‍ट; सुव्‍यक्त)
• Option 4 (Abundant) means plentiful or overflowing, which is the opposite of deficient. (प्रचुर या भरपूर)

The correct answer is "No error."

 

Key Points

• The sentence is in the future tense, indicated by the use of "will."
• "Think" is in the present tense, but it is used correctly in this sentence as it indicates the speaker's opinion or belief about the future event.
• The sentence "I think India will win the 20-20 cricket match" appears to be grammatically correct.
• The correct answer is Option 3.

The correct answer is "Abundant."

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• Scanty means small or insufficient. (संख्‍या या मात्रा में बहुत कम; अत्‍यल्‍प)
• Example: The dancers wore scanty costumes.
• Abundant means plentiful or ample. (प्रचुर या भरपूर)
• Example: I need an abundant supply of coffee in the morning
• Therefore, they are antonyms.
• The prefix "scant" means lacking or inadequate, while the prefix "ab-" means excessive or plentiful.
• The correct answer is Option 2.
  

Additional Information 

• Meagre (Option 1) means very small or inadequate, similar to scanty. (बहुत कम, स्‍वल्‍प)
• Divine (Option 3) means related to or coming from God or a higher power, and is not related to the meaning of scanty. (दिव्‍य, दैवी, ईश्‍वरीय)
• Buoyant (Option 4) means able to float or stay afloat, and is not related to the meaning of scanty. ((पदार्थ) उतराता हुआ या उतरा सकने वाला (वस्‍तु), तरणशील)

The correct answer is "surround."

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 Key Points

• "Surround" means to encircle or encompass, which makes the most sense in the context of the blank. (किसी के चारों ओर होना या किसी को चारों ओर से घेरना)
• Example: The house was surrounded by dense woods.
• "Avoid" could be a possible answer, but "surround" fits better.
• The correct answer is Option 4.
• Correct passage:

If you surround yourself with the good and righteous, they can only ______ (2) ______ you up. If you ______ (3) ______ yourself with the others, they will ______ (4) ______ you down into the doldrums of mediocrity, and they will keep you there, but only as long as you ______ (5) ______ it.

 

Additional Information

• Retreat: to withdraw or move back. ((सेना का) मोर्चे से पीछे हट जाना (हारकर या फिर से तैयार होने के लिए))
• Ignore: to pay no attention to something. (व्‍यक्ति या वस्‍तु पर कोई ध्यान न देना, की उपेक्षा करना)
• Avoid: to keep away from something. (कुछ होने से रोकना; कुछ करने से बचना)

The correct answer is "raise."

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 Key Points

• "Raise" means to lift or elevate something to a higher position or level. (कुछ) ऊपर उठाना)
• Example: The government plan to raise taxes.
• The word fits in the blank as it suggests an increase or improvement in the subject.
• Grammatically, it is a verb in its infinitive form.
• The correct answer is option 3.
• Correct passage:

If you surround yourself with the good and righteous, they can only raise you up. If you ______ (3) ______ yourself with the others, they will ______ (4) ______ you down into the doldrums of mediocrity, and they will keep you there, but only as long as you ______ (5) ______ it.

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 Additional Information

• "Replace" means to substitute or exchange something with another. (किसी व्यक्ति या वस्‍तु का स्‍थान लेना; किसी व्यक्���ि या वस्‍तु के स्‍थान पर दूसरे को ले आना)
• "Tarnish" means to damage the reputation or image of something or someone. ((धातु आदि की) चमक घट जाना या घटा देना)
• "Vanish" means to disappear or go missing without a trace. (एकाएक ग़ायब हो जाना (ऐसे कि पता न चले), ओझल हो जाना)

The correct answer is "encircle."

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 Key Points

• 'Encircle' means to surround or form a circle around something or someone. (चारों ओर घेरा बनाना; चारों ओर से घेर लेना)
• Example: The soldiers encircled the enemy's camp to prevent their escape.
• It is a verb and the correct tense to be used in the given sentence is the present tense.
• The correct answer is Option 1.
• Correct passage:

If you surround yourself with the good and righteous, they can only raise you up. If you encircle yourself with the others, they will ______ (4) ______ you down into the doldrums of mediocrity, and they will keep you there, but only as long as you ______ (5) ______ it.

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• Option 2: clarify - means to make something clear or understandable. (किसी प्रसंग को स्‍पष्‍ट और सुबोध बनाना; स्‍पष्‍टीकरण करना)
• Example: The teacher clarified the doubts of the students.
• Option 3: loath - means unwilling or reluctant to do something. ((कोई काम करने का) अनिच्‍छुक)
• Example: She was loath to attend the party.
• Option 4: hide - means to conceal or keep something out of sight. (व्‍यक्ति या वस्‍तु को ऐसी जगह रखना जहाँ कोई देख न सके, छिपाना; किसी वस्‍तु को ऐसे ढकना कि वह दिखाई न दे, छिपा देना)
• Example: The thief hid the stolen goods in his house.

The correct answer is "drag."

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 Key Points

• "Drag" means to pull something along the ground, often with difficulty or effort. (किसी वस्‍तु को ज़ोर लगाकर घसीटना)
• This sentence talks about pulling him down into the doldrums of mediocrity.
• The correct answer is option 3.
• Correct passage:

If you surround yourself with the good and righteous, they can only raise you up. If you encircle yourself with the others, they will drag you down into the doldrums of mediocrity, and they will keep you there, but only as long as you ______ (5) ______ it.

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• "Nurture" means to care for and encourage the growth or development of something. (बढ़ते बच्‍चों या पौधों आदि की देखभाल और रक���षा करना, पालना-पोसना)
• "Foster" also means to encourage the development of something, but with a focus on providing support and resources. (किसी ग़ैर बच्‍चे को अपनाकर अपने परिवार में पालन-पोषण करना परंतु गोद लेने की क़ानूनी कार्रवाई किए बिना)
• "Elevate" means to raise something to a higher position or level. (किसी व्‍यक्ति या वस्‍तु को ऊँचा उठाना या उच्‍चतर पद पर पहुँचाना)

The correct answer is "permit."

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 Key Points

• "Permit" means to allow or give permission. (किसी बात की अनुमति देना या कोई बात होने देना)
• It is the most appropriate option to fill in the blank, as the other options do not fit the context of the sentence.
• Example: The school principal will permit students to attend the field trip if they have their parent's permission slip signed.
• The correct answer is Option 1.
• Correct passage:

If you surround yourself with the good and righteous, they can only raise you up. If you encircle yourself with the others, they will drag you down into the doldrums of mediocrity, and they will keep you there, but only as long as you permit it.

Additional Information

• Option 2, "disregard", means to ignore or pay no attention to. (किसी की उपेक्षा करना, किसी बात पर ध्यान न देना; किसी बात को महत्वहीन या उपेक्षणीय समझना)
• Option 3, "overlook", means to fail to notice or consider something. (किसी वस्‍तु को देखने या उस पर ध्यान देने से चूक जाना, अनदेखी कर जाना)
• Option 4, "forget", means to fail to remember something. (याद न रहना, भूल जाना)

'जो बीत गया है' वाक्यांश के लिए सार्थक शब्द "अतीत" है। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है। 

Key Points

• जो बीत गया है- अतीत।

अन्य विकल्प- 

Important Pointsअन्य महत्वपूर्ण उदाहरण- 

रेखांकित शब्द का उचित पर्यायवाची शब्द "पेड़" है। अन्य विकल्प असंगत हैं। 

Key Points

• वाक्य- वृक्ष काटना अत्यंत घातक है।
• इस वाक्य में वृक्ष का पर्यायवाची पेड़ है।
• पेड़ के अन्य पर्यायवाची शब्द- 
• तरु, रूक्ष, पादप, विटप, द्रुम, रूख, गाछ, पुष्पद, बूटा, पर्णी, शाखी और अगम।

Important Pointsअन्य विकल्प- 

आपे से बाहर होना' मुहावरे का सही अर्थ "अत्यधिक क्रोधित हो जाना" है। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है। 

Key Points

Important Pointsकुछ अन्य महत्वपूर्ण मुहवारें- 

अशुद्ध वाक्य "एक विद्यार्थी को दो पुस्तक मिलेगी" है। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है। 

Key Points

• वाक्य- एक विद्यार्थी को दो पुस्तक मिलेगी।
• इस वाक्य में वचन संबंधी अशुद्धि है।
• पुस्तक की जगह पुस्तक के बहुवचन रूप पुस्तकें होगा।
• शुद्ध वाक्य- एक विद्यार्थी को दो पुस्तकें मिलेगी।

Important Points

• वचन संबंधी अशुद्धि- 
• जिन वाक्यों में वचन के आधार पर गलतियां या अशुद्धियां पाई जाती है, वहां पर वचन संबंधी अशुद्धियां होती है।
• इसमें बहुवचन के स्थान पर एक वचन और एकवचन के स्थान पर बहुवचन बना दिया जाता है।
• जिससे वाक्य अशुद्ध हो जाता है।
• जैसे-
• अशुद्ध- तीन घटना घटित हुई।
• शुद्ध- तीन घटनाएं घटित हुई।

उपर्युक्त अकर्मक एवं सकर्मक क्रिया शब्द युग्मों में से "मूड़ना - मोड़ोना" में त्रुटि है। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है। 

Key Points

• अकर्मक एवं सकर्मक क्रिया शब्द युग्मों में से मूड़ना - मोड़ोना में त्रुटि है।
• यहाँ मूड़ना - मोड़ोना के स्थान पर मुड़ना-मोड़ना होगा।
• शुद्ध शब्द युग्म- मुड़ना-मोड़ना।
• अकर्मक क्रिया**-** 
• मुड़ना।
• सकर्मक क्रिया- 
• मोड़ना।

Important Pointsअकर्मक एवं सकर्मक क्रिया के अन्य महत्वपूर्ण उदाहरण- 

आकर्षण शब्द का विलोम "विकर्षण" होगा। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है। 

Key Points

• आकर्षण शब्द का विलोम विकर्षण होगा।
• आकर्षण का अर्थ- 
• विशेष प्रकार का खिंचाव या लगाव।
• विकर्षण का अर्थ- 
• विपरीत दिशा में होने वाला आकर्षण।

Important Points

अन्य महत्वपूर्ण विलोम शब्द- 

निम्नलिखित मुहावरों में "खून सफेद हो जाना-अपमान करना" विकल्प-युग्म अशुद्ध है। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है।

Key Points

Important Pointsअन्य विकल्प-

वाक्य में रेखांकित शब्द के लिए उचित शब्द "मन" होगा। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है। 

Key Points

• वाक्य- मैंने चित्त में सोचा कि भला ऐसा क्यों होता है!
• इस वाक्य में रेखांकित शब्द चित्त के स्थान पर मन शब्द होगा।
• सही वाक्य- मैंने मन में सोचा कि भला ऐसा क्यों होता है!

Important Pointsअन्य विकल्प- 

वृक्षों और बेलों से घिरा स्थान' वाक्यांश के लिए उपयुक्त शब्द "कुंज" है। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है। 

Key Points

• वृक्षों और बेलों से घिरा स्थान- कुंज।

अन्य विकल्प- 

Important Pointsअन्य महत्वपूर्ण उदाहरण- 

पुस्तकालय का उपयुक्त अर्थ "वह स्थान है,जहाँ बैठकर पढ़ाई की जाती है"। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है।

Key Points

• वह स्थान है,जहाँ बैठकर पढ़ाई की जाती है- पुस्तकालय।
• वह भवन जहाँ अध्ययन हेतु पुस्तकों का संग्रह किया गया हो।
• यह दो शब्दों पुस्तक + आलय से बना है।
• पुस्तकालय में "दीर्घ स्वर संधि" है।

Important Points

अन्य महत्वपूर्ण उदाहरण-