SSC GD Constable (2022) Official Paper (Held On : 06 Feb 2023 Shift 4) (Previous Year Paper)

The image embedded in given figure is as shown below:

Hence, 'option 2' is the correct answer.

Given equation: 20 C 5 A 3 C 2 B 16

After replacing the letters by their meaning, we get:

20 × 5 + 3 × 2 - 16

= 100 + 6 - 16

= 106 - 16

= 90

Hence, ‘90’ is the correct answer.

Six friends Sarthi, Pari, Vani, Kabir, Arshi, and Kamal, are sitting in a circle. All of them are facing the centre.

1. Sarthi sits second to the left of Pari. 2. Arshi is an immediate neighbour of Pari and Kabir.

2. Vani sits third to the right of Kabir.

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

Clearly, Arshi sits fourth to the left of Vani.

Hence, 'Arshi' is the correct answer.

The logic followed in the given figure series is:

From Figure (1) to (2):

The shapes are moving as shown below and the middle shape rotates downward and changes its shape.

From Figure (2) to (3):

The shapes are moving as shown below and the middle shape rotates downward and changes its shape.

From Figure (3) to Answer Figure (4):

The shapes are moving as shown below and the middle shape is changed.

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

The paper when unfolded will appear as shown below:

Hence, 'option 1' is the correct answer.

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

Hence, 'option 2' is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Hence, 'NKKO' is the correct answer.

The sitting arrangement as per the given information:

1. R is sitting to the immediate left of S and S is the immediate neighbour of R and O.

2. Q is sitting to the immediate right of O and the remaining P is sitting to the immediate left of R.

Here, 'P' is sitting to the immediate right of Q.

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

Logic: The first and the last alphabets interchange their place.

Given:

REALITY : YEALITR →

SCIENCE : ECIENCS →

Similarly for, 'ADVERSE : ?' →

Here, 'ADVERSE : EDVERSA' is the correct pair.

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

Given:

96, 48, 60, 30, 42, 21,?

Logic: Division by '2' and addition of '12' alternatively.

Here, the missing term is '33'.

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

Given:

12, 23, 45, 56, 78, 89, 111, 122,?

Logic: Addition of '11' and '22' alternatively.

 

Here, the missing term is '144'.

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

Here, we use the tables given below:

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Logic: Opposite letters are written and '1' is subtracted from the first alphabet's position value and addition of '0', '1' and '2' to the positional value of the second, third and fourth alphabet.

'GLOW : SOMF' →

'LIKE : NRQX' →

Similarly, for 'SAVE : ?' →

Here, 'SAVE' is related to 'GZFX'.

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

Here, we use the table given below:

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Logic: Addition of the positional value of the alphabet.

STAR is coded as 58 →

ALARM is coded as 45 →

Similarly, 'STAGE' will be coded as:

Here, 'STAGE' is coded as '52'.

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

Preparing the family tree diagram by using the following symbols:

As per the given data:

 

 

 

 

 

Given expression: 'A & C + E ^ G # I & K + M @ O'

A is the brother of C, C is the father of E, E is the mother of G, G is the wife of I, I is the brother of K, K is the father of M and M is the sister of O.

Checking the given options:

1. K is the father of O → True 2. 'I' is the son of 'E' → False 3. M is the daughter of K → True 4. C is the maternal grandfather of G → True

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

Here, we use the table given below:

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Given:

ADLU, EGOO,?, OMUE, UPXA

Logic: The vowel series (A, E, I, O, U) is followed in the first and last alphabets and the addition of '3' to the positional value of the second and third alphabet.

Here, the missing term is 'IJRI'.

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

Logic: Third no. = [(First no. + Second no.) × 7]

Given:

(9, 14, 161) →

​⇒ [(9 + 14) × 7]

​⇒ (23 × 7) = 161

(12, 18, 210) →

​⇒ [(12 + 18) × 7]

​⇒ (30 × 7) = 210

Checking the given options:

1. (23, 40, 371) →

​⇒ [(23 + 40) × 7]

​⇒ (63 × 7) = 441

2. (40, 20, 340) →

​⇒ [(40 + 20) × 7]

​⇒ (60 × 7) = 420

3. (11, 33, 348) →

​⇒ [(11 + 33) × 7]

​⇒ (44 × 7) = 305

4. (29, 17, 322) →

​⇒ [(29 + 17) × 7]

​⇒ (46 × 7) = 322

Here, (29, 17, 322) is similar to the given sets of numbers.

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

The correct order of words as they would appear in the English dictionary is:

3. TOPAZ
4. TOPIC
5. TOPOLOGY
6. TORN
7. TORTILLA
8. TOUR

The correct order is '3, 2, 1, 6, 5, 4'.

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

Statements:

All bangles are coins.

All coins are anklets.

All anklets are lockets.

The Venn diagram as per the given statements:

Conclusions:

I. All lockets are bangles. → False (Because all bangles are coins, all coins are anklets, and all anklets are lockets, so all lockets are bangles is not definitely true but it can be possible)

II. Some lockets are coins. → True (Because all coins are anklets, and all anklets are lockets, so some lockets are coins is definitely true)

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

Here, we use the BODMAS table given below:

Given:

⇒ 104 ÷ 13 + 60 - 5 × 2 = 115

(1) ÷ and ×

⇒ 104 ÷ 13 + 60 - 5 × 2 = 115

After interchanging the signs:

⇒ 104 × 13 + 60 - 5 ÷ 2

Apply BODMAS rule:

⇒ 104 × 13 + 60 - 2.5

⇒ 1352 + 60 - 2.5

⇒ 1412 - 2.5 = 1409.5

Here, the equation is not satisfied.

(2) ÷ and -

⇒ 104 ÷ 13 + 60 - 5 × 2 = 115

After interchanging the signs:

⇒ 104 - 13 + 60 ÷ 5 × 2

Apply BODMAS rule:

⇒ 104 - 13 + 12 × 2

⇒ 104 - 13 + 24

⇒ 128 - 13 = 115

⇒ '104 - 13 + 60 ÷ 5 × 2 = 115'

Here, the equation is satisfied.

(3) + and ×

⇒ 104 ÷ 13 + 60 - 5 × 2 = 115

After interchanging the signs:

⇒ 104 ÷ 13 × 60 - 5 + 2

Apply BODMAS rule:

⇒ 8 × 60 - 5 + 2

⇒ 480 - 5 + 2

⇒ 482 - 5 = 477

Here, the equation is not satisfied.

(4) × and -

⇒ 104 ÷ 13 + 60 - 5 × 2 = 115

After interchanging the signs:

⇒ 104 ÷ 13 + 60 × 5 - 2

Apply BODMAS rule:

⇒ 8 + 60 × 5 - 2

⇒ 8 + 300 - 2

⇒ 308 - 2 = 306

Here, the equation is not satisfied.

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

Here, we use the table given below:

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The logic followed in the given code language:

‘ENTITY’ is written as ‘UOFAVK’ →

'EQUITY' is written as 'VRFAVK' →

Similarly, 'ESCAPE' will be written as:

Here, 'ESCAPE' is written as 'DTFGRC'.

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

The correct answer is 5.2.

Key Points

Sixth Five-Year Plan:

• The Sixth Five-Year Plan marked the beginning of economic liberalization. Price controls were eliminated and ration shops were closed.
• This led to an increase in food prices and an increase in the cost of living.
• The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development was established for the development of rural areas on 12 July 1982 by recommendation of the Shivaraman Committee.
• Family planning was also expanded.
• NCR planning board in 1985 and Integrated Development of Small and Medium Towns (IDMST)
• The Sixth Five-Year Plan was a great success for the Indian economy. The target growth rate was 5.2% and the actual growth rate was 5.7%.

Additional Information

• First Five-Year Plan:
• The duration of the plan is 1951-56.
• It was based on the Harrod-Domar model.
• Its main focus was on the agricultural development of the country.
• This plan was successful and achieved a growth rate of 3.6%, more than the target growth of 2.1%.
• Second Five-Year Plan:
• The duration of the plan is 1956-61.
• It was based on the P.C. Mahalanobis Model.
• Its main focus was on the rapid industrialization in the country.
• This plan was successful and achieved a growth rate of 4.3% against a target growth of 4.5%.
• Third Five-Year Plan:
• The duration of the plan is 1961-66
• The aim of this plan was to make India a 'self-reliant' and 'self-generating' economy.
• The Plan was a failure in reaching the target growth of 5.6% due to the following factors - Chinese aggression (1962), Indo-Pak war (1965), and severe drought 1965-66.
• It was a thorough failure as it achieved a growth rate of 2.8% against a target growth of 5.6% due to unforeseen events that took place during this tenure.
• Fourth Five-Year Plan:
• The duration of the plan is 1969-74.
• This plan mainly emphasized growth with stability and progressive achievement of self-reliance.
• This plan was a failure and achieved a growth rate of 3.3% only against the target of 5.7%.
• The liberation of Bangladesh and Influx of Bangladeshi refugees and the successive failures of the monsoon are the few problems that made this plan a failure.

The correct answer is 35 years.

Key Points 

• The minimum age required for an Indian Citizen to become the president of the country is 35 years.
• The president is the head of the Indian state.
• The president is the first citizen of India and acts as the symbol of Unity, Integrity, and Solidarity of the Nation.
• The election of the president is not done by the people of the Nation but by the members of the Electoral College.
• To be eligible for the election of the president every citizen has to fulfill certain criteria.
• The person should be a Citizen of India
• The Person should have completed 35 years of age.
• The Person should be qualified for election as a member of the Lok Sabha.
• The Person should not hold any office under the Union Government or any State Government or any local or public authority.
• The oath of office to the President is administered by the Chief Justice of India.

Additional Information

• Important Articles related to the President of India
• Art. 52: The President of India.
• Art. 54: Election of President.
• Art. 56: Terms of Office of President.
• Art. 60: Oaths or Affirmations by the President.
• Art. 61: Impeachment of President.
• Art. 72: Powers of President to grant pardons.
• Art. 123: Power of President to promulgate ordinances.

The correct answer is 'reduced'.

Key Points

• Public debt refers to the amount of money owed by the government to its creditors.
• When the government borrows money to finance its spending, it may have to pay interest on the debt, which can become a burden on taxpayers.
• However, the impact of public debt on economic growth is not straightforward. If the borrowed funds are invested in productive assets, such as infrastructure or education, they can boost future economic output.
• On the other hand, if the debt is used to finance current consumption or inefficient programs, it may not generate enough returns to justify the interest payments.
• Therefore, public debt can be burdensome if it reduces future growth in output by diverting resources away from productive investments or by creating uncertainty about the government's ability to repay its debt.

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Additional Information

• (magnifies) is not a suitable term to describe the impact of public debt on economic growth. Magnification implies that the debt has an amplifying effect on growth, which may not always be the case.
• (increases) is a possible answer, but it does not specify whether the increase in public debt has a positive or negative effect on growth. Therefore, it is not a sufficient answer on its own.
• (expands) is a synonym of increases and suffers from the same limitation as option 3.

The correct answer is Rahul Narwekar.

Key Points

• Maharashtra State Assembly is the lower house of the Maharashtra Legislature.
• The Speaker of the Maharashtra State Assembly is elected by the members of the Assembly.
• The role of the Speaker is to maintain order and decorum in the house and to ensure that the proceedings are conducted in a fair and impartial manner.
• Incumbent Rahul Narvekar is the Speaker of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly from 3 July 2022.
• The Speaker is elected for a period of 5 years from among the members in the very first session of the Legislative Assembly after the general election.
• In the absence of the Speaker, the sitting of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly is presided over by the Deputy Speaker
• The Speaker may be removed from office by a resolution passed by an effective majority of the members of the Assembly.

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Additional Information

• Rahul Narwekar became the youngest speaker in the history of the Maharashtra State Assembly in July 2022.
• Sajan Shah is not the correct option as he is not known to have held any political position in Maharashtra.
• Sandeep Maheshwari is a motivational speaker and entrepreneur and has no connection with the Maharashtra State Assembly.
• Vivek Bindra is a business coach and motivational speaker and has no connection with the Maharashtra State Assembly.

The correct answer is polar climate.

Key Points

• Rubber crops require a warm and humid climate to grow, which is not possible in polar climates.
• Polar climates are characterized by extremely low temperatures and very little precipitation, making it impossible for rubber crops to survive.
• Tropical climates, sub-tropical climates, and equatorial climates are all suitable for rubber crops as they provide the necessary warmth and humidity.
• Rubber crops are mainly grown in tropical regions, where countries like Thailand, Indonesia, and Malaysia are major producers.
• Rubber is a valuable commodity used in various industries, including automobile, construction, and healthcare.

Additional Information

• Tropical climate: This climate is characterized by high temperatures and humidity throughout the year, with rainfall occurring in the form of heavy downpours. Rubber crops thrive in this climate due to the warm and moist conditions.
• Sub-tropical climate: This climate is similar to a tropical climate but with milder temperatures and less humidity. Rubber crops can still grow in this climate, but the yield may not be as high as in tropical regions.
• Equatorial climate: This climate is characterized by high temperatures and humidity, with rainfall occurring throughout the year. Rubber crops can grow well in this climate, and some of the major rubber-producing countries like Ivory Coast and Nigeria are located in equatorial regions.

The correct answer is Rutuja Latke.

Key Points

• Devendra Fadnavis is a Chief Minister of Maharashtra and a Member of the Legislative Assembly from Nagpur South West constituency.
• Narayan Rane is a former Chief Minister of Maharashtra and currently a Member of the Loksabha.
• Chandrakant Jadhav is a former Member of the Legislative Assembly from the Kannad constituency in Maharashtra. Andheri East constituency is located in the Mumbai Suburban district of Maharashtra and consists of areas like Andheri, Jogeshwari, and Vile Parle.
• As of 2022, Rutuja Latke was a member of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and won the Andheri East assembly seat by defeating the incumbent Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate.
• The Maharashtra Legislative Assembly has 288 seats.

Additional Information

• Article 168 of the Indian constitution deals with the Constitution of Legislatures in States.
• For every State, there shall be a Legislature which shall consist of the Governor, and—

1. one House i.e. Legislative Assembly (most of the states)
2. two House i.e. Legislative Assembly & Legislative Council (Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Maharashtra and Karnataka. )

• Most of the states have a unicameral system, while some have a bicameral system.
• At present only six states have two Houses (bicameral). These are Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Maharashtra and Karnataka.
• Each House of the state legislature has its own presiding officer. There is a Speaker and a Deputy Speaker for the legislative assembly and a Chairman and a Deputy Chairman for the legislative council. A panel of chairmen for the assembly and a panel of vice-chairmen for the council are also appointed.
• The Speaker is elected by the assembly itself from among its members.
• The legislative assembly consists of representatives directly elected by the people on the basis of universal adult franchise.
• Its maximum strength is fixed at 500 and its minimum strength at 60.
• However, in the case of Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, and Goa, the minimum number is fixed at 30 and in case of Mizoram and Nagaland, it is 40 and 46 respectively.
• Article 169 of the Indian constitution deals with the abolition or creation of Legislative Councils in States. Parliament may by law provide for the abolition of the Legislative Council of a State having such a  Council or for the creation of such a Council in a State having no such Council if the Legislative Assembly of the State passes a resolution to that effect by a majority of the total membership of the Assembly and by a majority of not less than two-thirds of the members of the Assembly present and voting.

The correct answer is Maharashtra.

Key Points

• Maharashtra has the second-highest population after Uttar Pradesh as per Census 2011.
• Next to UP, Maharashtra with a population of 11,23,72,972 is India's second-largest state in terms of population size and Bihar with 10,38,04,637 is in the third position.
• Maharashtra ranks 21st in India in terms of growth rate.
• Mumbai's negative growth rate in 2011 was - 5.75 percent.
• Thane is the biggest district with a population of 1,10,54,131.

Additional Information

• According to the provisional results of the 2011 national census, Maharashtra is the second most populous state in India with a population of 112,374,333 (9.28% of India's population).
• The 2011 census for the Maharashtra state found 55% of the population to be rural with 45% being urban-based.
• According to the 2011 census, Hinduism was the principal religion in the state at 79.8 percent of the total population, while Muslims constituted 11.5 percent.
• The sex ratio in Maharashtra was 929 females per 1000 males, which was below the national average of 943.
• The literacy rate rose to 83.2 percent. Of this, male literacy stood at 89.82 percent and female literacy at 75.48 pm

The correct answer is rice.

Key Points

• Rice is a cereal grain and a staple food crop for a large part of the world's population, especially in Asia.
• It is the most widely consumed staple food for a large part of the world's human population, especially in Asia.
• Rice is a rich source of carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals.
• It is also a good source of energy and helps in maintaining healthy digestion.

Additional Information

• Jute is a fiber crop and is used for making gunny bags, sacks, ropes, and other products.
• Cotton is a fiber crop and is used for making clothing, bed sheets, towels, and other textile products.
• Rubber is a latex-producing crop and is used for making tires, tubes, and other industrial products.

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Nagpur Session.

Key Points 

• C.R. Das moved the main resolution on Non-Cooperation in the annual session of Congress in Nagpur in 1920.
• In Nagpur session Congress decided to have the attainment of Swaraj through peaceful and legitimate means, thus committing itself to an extra-constitutional mass struggle.
• A program of the surrender of titles, the boycott of schools, courts and councils, the boycott of foreign goods, the promotion maintenance of Hindu-Muslim unity, and strict non-violence was adopted.
• Mahatma Gandhi gave up the Kaiser-I-Hind title granted to him by the British government.
• A nationwide tour was taken up by Mahatma Gandhi and Ali Brothers of the Khilafat movement, C R Das. Moti Lal Nehru, M.R Jayakar. Saifuddin Kitchlew (Punjab), Vallabhai Patel, C. Rajagopalachari.
• T. Prakasam and Asaf Ali left their legal practice and jumped in the full-fledged politics of congress.
• The Non-cooperation movement was the first nationwide mass movement. The year 1921-22 witnessed an unprecedented movement in the nation’s history when there was widespread unrest among students.
• A Congress-Khilafat procession took place at Chauri Chaura in the U.P. district of Gorakhpur on February 5, 1922 where 22 police officers were killed by the mob.
• Gandhi was profoundly disturbed by the Chauri Chaura incident news.
• Gandhi decided to withdraw the movement.

Additional Information

• Madras (now Chennai) was the venue for the annual session of the Indian National Congress in 1927, where the famous Nehru Report was adopted.
• Bhopal, the capital city of the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, has never hosted an annual session of the Indian National Congress.
• Surat was the venue for the annual session of the Indian National Congress in 1907, which witnessed the famous split in the Congress between the moderates and the extremists.

The correct answer is Jatin Goswami.

Key Points

• Jatin Goswami won a Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in 2004 for his contribution to the field of dance.
• He is a renowned Indian classical dancer who specializes in Sattriya dance form.
• Sangeet Natak Akademi is India's national academy for music, dance and drama, which confers awards to artists who have made significant contributions in their respective fields.
• Krishna Ella, Anuradha Pandey, and Amala Akkineni are not known for their achievements in the field of dance.
• Krishna Ella is a scientist who is known for his contributions to the development of COVID-19 vaccine, Anuradha Pandey is a writer, and Amala Akkineni is an actress and animal welfare activist.

Additional Information

• Sangeet Natak Akademi Puruskar 
• The Sangeet Natak Akademi, India's National Academy of Music, Dance, and Drama, bestows the Sangeet Natak Akademi Puraskar.
• It is the highest honour bestowed to practicing artists in India.
• Prior to 2003, the prize came with a citation, a tamrapatra, an angavastram (a shawl), and Rs. 50,000.
• Since 2009, the cash prize has been increased to ₹1,00,000.
• The awards are presented in the performing arts categories of music, dance, theatre, other traditional arts, puppetry, and contribution/scholarship.

The correct answer is Hinduism.

Key Points

• Sattriya dance is one of the eight classical dances of India, which originated in Assam.
• It was developed in the Vaishnavite monasteries of Assam and is based on the teachings of Hinduism.
• The dance form was founded by Saint Srimanta Sankardeva, who was a 15th-century Assamese saint, scholar, and social reformer.
• Sattriya dance is usually performed as a part of religious ceremonies and festivals in Assam, and it typically depicts stories from the Hindu epics and mythology.

Additional Information

• Sikhism: It is a monotheistic religion founded in the 15th century in Punjab, India, by Guru Nanak. The Sikh culture is known for its music, dance, and martial arts, but Sattriya dance is not a part of it.
• Jainism: It is an ancient Indian religion that emphasizes non-violence, self-control, and spiritual development. Jainism has its own distinct style of music and dance, but Sattriya dance is not related to it.
• Buddhism: It is a religion that originated in ancient India and is based on the teachings of Gautama Buddha. Buddhism has its own forms of music and dance, but Sattriya dance is not associated with it.

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. Karnataka.

Key Points

• Karaga is the festival in Karnataka. It is one of the oldest festivals of Karnataka.
• Karaga is celebrated in honor of Goddess Shakti at the famous Dharmarayaswamy temple in Bangalore.
• The festival showcases the rich cultural heritage of Karnataka.
• It is an auspicious festival of the Thigala community who, according to the popular legend, was part of a mythological army who helped Draupadi in her fight against a demon.
• Draupadi took the form of Shakti and gathered an army of Veerakumaras, the ancestors of the Thigala community.
• The festival is celebrated for nine days with splendid rituals and processions

Additional Information

• Andhra Pradesh: The state of Andhra Pradesh has several festivals that are celebrated in honor of different deities. Some of the popular festivals in Andhra Pradesh are Ugadi, Dussehra, and Sankranti.
• Kerala: Kerala is known for its vibrant culture and festivals. Some of the popular festivals in Kerala are Onam, Vishu, and Thrissur Pooram.
• Tamil Nadu: Tamil Nadu is famous for its rich cultural heritage and festivals. Some of the popular festivals in Tamil Nadu are Pongal, Diwali, and Navratri.

The correct answer is the Western Ghats.

Key Points

• The Western Ghats (Sahyadri Hills) obstruct the South-West Monsoon winds coming from the Arabian Sea while they flow towards the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) ✅
• Explanation:
• The Southwest Monsoon Arabian Sea branch strikes the Western Ghats almost at right angles.
• The high mountain barrier forces the moist winds to rise orographically, causing heavy rainfall on the windward side (Konkan, Karnataka, Kerala).
• The leeward side (rain-shadow region), such as interior Maharashtra, Karnataka, Telangana, receives much less rainfall.

Additional Information

Tamil Nadu receives rainfall from Northeast trade winds.

• From early June to mid-September, between 100- 120 days is the duration of the monsoon. Some places like Tamil Nadu receive a major portion of its rainfall during October and November, but most parts of the country receive rainfall from June to September.
• During the winter season, the winds prevailing in the country are the Northeast trade winds.
• In major parts of the country, it is a dry season, as the winds blow from land to sea.
• When the winds blow from sea to land, it picks up moisture from the sea and brings rainfall to the country.
• Due to the geographical location, the east coast receives rainfall as the north east trade winds blow from sea to land in this location. Hence the coast of Tamil Nadu receives winter rainfall.

Monsoon:

• Generally, across the world, the monsoons are experienced in the tropical area roughly between 20° N and 20° S.
• The climate of India is described as the ‘monsoon’ type. In Asia, this type of climate is found mainly in the south and the southeast.
• Out of a total of 4 seasonal divisions of India, monsoon occupies 2 divisions, namely.
• The southwest monsoon season - Rainfall received from the southwest monsoons is seasonal in character, and occurs between June and September.
• The retreating monsoon season - The months of October and November are known for retreating monsoons.
• Factors Influencing South-West Monsoon Formation
• The differential heating and cooling of land and water create a low pressure on the landmass of India while the seas around experience comparatively high pressure.
• The shift of the position of Inter Tropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) in summer, over the Ganga plain (this is the equatorial trough normally positioned about 5°N of the equator. It is also known as the monsoon-trough during the monsoon season).

The correct answer is India.

Key Points

• India is the largest democracy in the world which means that India is a democratic country with the largest population in the world.
• A democracy refers to a system of government where the citizens exercise power by voting.
• The parliamentary system of government is the one in which the executive is responsible to the legislature for its policies and acts.
• The Constitution of India provides for a parliamentary form of government, both at the Centre and in the states. Hence statement A and D are correct.

Additional Information

• Direct democracy, known as pure democracy, involves citizens directly participating in democratic decision-making.
• Direct democracies can function through citizen assemblies, referendums, and initiatives, in which voters vote on issues rather than politicians or parties. India does not follow this.
• A recall election (or recall referendum) is a procedure by which voters can remove an elected official from office through a direct vote before their term has ended. There is no mention of recall in constitution of India.

The correct answer is 2100.

Key Points

• The Satavahana kingdom was a dynasty that ruled parts of present-day India from around 230 BCE to 220 CE.
• The kingdom was founded by Simuka, who is believed to have come from a family of local chieftains in the Deccan region.
• The Satavahanas were known for their patronage of Buddhism and the arts, and their coins featured symbols such as the chaitya (Buddhist stupa) and the elephant.
• The kingdom's decline was gradual and attributed to factors such as internal conflicts, invasions by foreign powers, and economic decline.

Additional Information

Satavahana Dynasty (60 BC-225 AD) -

• The Satavahana was an important successor to the Mauryan Dynasty.
• Satavahana rule began in the late second century BCE and lasted until the early third century CE.
• Although some assign the beginning of their rule to as early as the 3rd century BCE based on the Puranas.
• Simuka -
• Simukha was the founder
• Dharanikota near Amravati in Guntur district was the first capital of Simukha.
• Simuka was followed by Krishna, under whom the kingdom was extended till Nasik.
• ‘Andhras’ mentioned in the Puranas are considered to be identical with the Satavahanas.
• The Satavahanas are also referred to as the Andhras in the Puranas.
• According to the Puranas, the Andhras are believed to have ruled for 300 years, which is assigned to the Satavahana Dynasty.
• Satavahana Dynasty was an ancient Indian dynasty based in the Deccan
• Gautamiputra Satakarni  -
• Gautamiputra Satakarni (A.D. 106 – 130) is considered to be the greatest king of the Satavahana Dynasty.
• He defeated the Shakas and he claimed that the Kshatriya ruler Nahapana was destroyed by him.

The correct answer is 2015.

Key Points

• The 35th National Games of India were held in Kerala from 31 January 2015 to 14 February 2015 in seven districts.
• Kerala hosted this Game the second time.
• The opening ceremony was held at Greenfield Stadium on 31 January 2015.
• The opening ceremony was opened by the former Union Minister for Urban Development, Shri Venkaiah Naidu.
• Former cricketer Sachin Tendulkar was chosen as the Goodwill Ambassador for the Games.

Important Points

• The National Games of India include a number of disciplines in which sportsmen from various states of India compete against each other.
• The first Modern National Olympic Games were held in New Delhi in 1985.
• The Games were hosted by Kerala (1987), Pune (1994), Bangalore (1997), Manipur (1999), Ludhiana (2001), Hyderabad (2002), Guwahati (2007), Ranchi (2011), and Kerala (2015).

Additional Information

• The 2020 Indian National Games(36th edition) were to be held in Goa, India, from 20 October to 4 November 2020.
• It was revealed in May 2020 that the games would be postponed due to the global pandemic of COVID-19 and that new dates have yet to be set.

The correct answer is Indian weightlifter.

Key Points

• Saikhom Mirabai Chanu is an Indian weightlifter.
• She has won the World Championships and multiple medals at the Commonwealth Games.
• She won India's first medal at the Tokyo Olympics, winning a silver medal in 49kg weightlifting with a total lift of 202 kg.
• She belongs to Imphal, Manipur.
• She was conferred the Khel Ratna for the year 2018.

Additional Information

• Major achievements of Mirabai Chanu :
• Silver in Tokyo Olympics (49kg)
• Bronze in 2020 Tashkent Asian Championships (49 kg)
• Gold in 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games (48 kg)
• Gold in 2017 Anaheim World Championships (48 kg)
• Silver in 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games (48 kg)

The correct answer is CaCO₃.

Key Points

Explanation:

• The chemical name of marble is calcium carbonate.
• It has the chemical formula CaCO₃ and is an inorganic chemical compound.

Ca(OH)₂ (aq) + CO₂ (g) → CaCO₃ (s) + H₂O (l)

• Calcium hydroxide slowly reacts with the carbon dioxide (CO₂) in the air to form a thin layer of calcium carbonate on the walls.
• Calcium carbonate is formed after two to three days of whitewashing and gives a shiny finish to the walls.
• Calcium carbonate is a non-toxic, odorless chemical compound that occurs naturally as a white mineral in marbles, limestones, and chalks.
• It is one of the most abundant minerals found in the crust of the earth.

Thus, the chemical formula of marble is CaCO3.

The correct answer is Cytoplasm.

Key Points

• The cytoplasm is the semi-fluid solution of a cell that is outside the nuclear membrane and inside the cellular membrane.
• In eukaryotes (i.e., cells having a nucleus), the cytoplasm contains all of the organelles.
• It is mainly composed of water, salts, and proteins.

Important PointsImportant cell organelles along with their functions are given below,

The correct answer is Samarth Scheme.

Key Points 

• About Samarth Scheme
• The Ministry of Textiles is implementing the Samarth-Scheme for Capacity Building in the Textiles Sector.
• It is a placement-oriented programme targeting the skill development of 10 lakh youth in the entire value chain of textiles, excluding Spinning & Weaving in the organized Sector.
• Implementing Agencies 
• Ministry of textiles
• Institutions/Organizations of the Ministry of Textiles/State Governments having training infrastructure and placement tie-ups with the textile industry.
• Reputed training institutions/ NGOs/ Societies/ Trusts/ Organizations/ Companies /Start-Ups / Entrepreneurs active in the textile sector having placement tie-ups with the textile industry.

Additional Information

• Features of the SAMARTH Scheme
• Training of Trainers (ToT),
• Aadhar Enabled Biometric Attendance System (AEBAS),
• CCTV recording of the training programme,
• dedicated call centre with a helpline number,
• mobile app-based Management,
• Information System (MIS) and
• on-line monitoring of the training process.
• Objectives
• To provide demand-driven, placement-oriented National Skills Qualifications Framework (NSQF) compliant skilling programmes to incentivize and supplement the efforts of the industry in creating jobs in the organized textile and related sectors, covering the entire value chain of textile, excluding Spinning and Weaving.
• To promote skilling and skill up-gradation in the traditional sectors of handlooms, handicrafts, sericulture and jute.
• To enable the provision of sustainable livelihood either by wage or self-employment to all sections of the society across the country

Given:

Length of rectangle : breadth of rectangle = 3 : 2

Area of rectangle = 150 cm²

Formula used:

Area of rectangle = L × B

Perimeter of rectangle = 2 × (L + B)

Where, L = length ; B = breadth

Calculation:

Let the length of the rectangle = 3x

Breadth of the rectangle = 2x

According to the question:

Area of rectangle = 150

⇒ L × B = 150

⇒ 3x × 2x = 150 

⇒ 6x² = 150

⇒ x² = 25 

⇒ x = 5

Length = 3x = 3 × 5 = 15 cm

Breadth = 2x = 2 × 5 = 10 cm

The perimeter of rectangle = 2 × (L + B)

⇒ 2 × (L + B) = 2 × (15 + 10)

⇒ 2 × 25 = 50 cm

∴ The correct answer is 50 cm.

Given:

Rate = 5%; Time = 2 years

Amount = Rs.705600

Concept used:

Principal × (100 + effective rate for n years) = amount

The effective rate for 2 years = R₁% + R₂% + (R₁% × R₂%)/100

Calculation:

The effective rate for 2 years = 5 + 5 + 0.25

⇒ 10.25%

Now, 

Principal × 110.25% = 705600

⇒ Principal = (705600 × 100)/110.25

⇒ Principal = Rs.640000

∴ The correct answer is Rs.6,40,000.

Given:

Speed to cover the distance of 50 km = 25 km/hr

The average speed of total journey = 30 km/hr

Total distance = 100 km

Formula used:

Average speed = total distance/total time taken

Calculation:

Let the speed of motorcycle for the next 50 km = S

Total time taken = (50/25) + (50/S)

⇒ 100/30 = 2 + (50/S)

⇒ 10/3 = 2 + (50/S)

⇒ (10/3) - 2 = 50/S

⇒ 4/3 = 50/S

⇒ S = (25 × 3)/2

⇒ S = ​37$1\over 2$ km/h

∴ The correct answer is ​37$1\over 2$ km/h.

Shortcut Trick

Average of first n natural numbers = (n + 1) ÷ 2

Average of first n perfect squares = (n + 1)(2n + 1) ÷ 6

For n = 5: A = (5 + 1) ÷ 2 = 3

For n = 5: B = (5 + 1)(2 × 5 + 1) ÷ 6 = (6 × 11) ÷ 6 = 11

Average of A and B = (3 + 11) ÷ 2 = 7

∴ The correct answer is 7.

Alternate Method

Given:

First 5 natural numbers: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

First 5 perfect squares: 1², 2², 3², 4², 5² → 1, 4, 9, 16, 25

Calculations:

⇒ A = (1 + 2 + 3 + 4 + 5) ÷ 5

⇒ A = 15 ÷ 5 = 3

⇒ B = (1 + 4 + 9 + 16 + 25) ÷ 5

⇒ B = 55 ÷ 5 = 11

⇒ Average of A and B = (A + B) ÷ 2

⇒ Average = (3 + 11) ÷ 2 = 14 ÷ 2 = 7

∴ The correct answer is 7.

Additional Information

Sum of first n natural numbers

The sum is given by the formula S = n(n + 1) ÷ 2.

Sum of squares of first n natural numbers

The sum is given by the formula S = n(n + 1)(2n + 1) ÷ 6.

Average of Arithmetic Progression

For any AP, the average is (First term + Last term) ÷ 2.

Given:

Rate = 20% ; Time = 2 years

Concept used:

If Interest is compounded half yearly then,

R% = R/2% and T= T × 2

The effective rate for 2 years = R₁ + R₂ + (R₁ × R₂)/100

C.I = P × effective rate%

Where, R = rate ; T = time and P = principal

Calculation:

For interest compounded annually

The effective rate for 2 years = 20 + 20 + (20 × 20)/100

⇒ 40 + 4 = 44%

Compound interest (C.I) = P × 44%

For interest compounded half yearly:

Rate = 20/2 = 10%

Time = 2 × 2 = 4 years

Effective rate = {(14641 - 10000)× 100}/10000

⇒ 46.41%

Compound interest (C.I) = P × 46.41%

Now, according to the question:

⇒ (P × 46.41%) - (P × 44%) = 3133

⇒ P × 2.41% = 3133

⇒ P = 313300/2.41 

⇒ P = 1,30,000

∴ The correct answer is 1,30,000.

Given:

20 men can finish a piece of work = 5 days

24 women can finish a piece of work = 5 days

Formula used:

Total work = efficiency × time

Calculation:

According to the question:

Let the efficiency of 1 man = M

Efficiency of 1 woman = W

⇒ 20 × M × 5 = 24 × W × 5

⇒ M/W = 6/5

Total work = 20 × 6 × 5 = 600 units

Time required to complete the work = 600/{(30 × 6) + (12 × 5)}

⇒ 600/(180 + 60)

⇒ 60/24 = 2.5 hours

∴ The correct answer is 2.​5 hours.

Given:

Diameter of base of cylindrical tower = 10 m

Height of cylindrical tower = 21 m

Formula used:

Curved surface of cylinder = 2 × π × r × h

Calculation:

Radius of base of cylindrical tower = 10/2 = 5 m

Curved surface of cylindrical tower = 2 × (22/7) × 5 × 21

⇒ 2 × 22 × 5 × 3 = 660 m²

According to the question:

Cost of painting of 660 m2 = 8 × 660 = Rs.5,280

∴ The correct answer is Rs.5,280.

Given:

Speed of Rajdhani Express for distance d = 75 km/hr

Speed of Rajdhani Express for distance 2d = 100 km/hr

Formula used:

Average speed = Total distance/total time taken

Calculation:

Average speed = (d + 2d)/{(d/75) + (2d/100)}

⇒ (d + 2d)/{(d/75) + (d/50)}

⇒ 3d/{2d + 3d/150}

⇒ 3d × 150/5d

⇒ 90 km/h

∴ The correct answer is 90 km/h.

Given:

Boys : girls = 7 : 11

Total students = 3420

Calculation:

⇒ (7 + 11) = 18 units = 3420

⇒ 1 unit = 3420/18

⇒ 11 units = 190 × 11 = 2090

∴ The correct answer is 2090.

Alternate MethodCalculation:

Number of girls = (3420/18) × 11

⇒ 190 × 11 = 2090

∴ The correct answer is 2090.

Given:

Radius of base of cylinder = 11 cm

Height of cylinder = 21 cm

Formula used:

Volume of cylinder = π × r² × h

Where r = radius and h = height

Calculation:

Volume of cylinder = π × r2 × h

⇒ (22/7) × (11)² × 21

⇒ 22 × 121 × 3 = 7986 cm³

∴ The correct answer is 7986 cm3.

Given:

Marked price (M.P) = Rs.10000

Concept used:

Effective discount = D₁% + D₂% -  (D1 × D2)/100

Calculation:

Effective discount = D1% + D2% -  (D1 × D2)/100

⇒ 22 + 8 - (22 × 8)/100

⇒ 30 - 1.76 = 28.24%

Difference of discount = 10000 × (30 - 28.24)%

⇒ 10000 × 1.76% = Rs.176 

∴ The correct answer is Rs.176.

Given:

Salary of A : salary of B = 4 : 5

Expenditure of A : expenditure of B = 5 : 6

Saving of A = Rs.200

Saving of B = Rs.300

Formula used:

Income = expenditure + savings

Calculation:

Let the income of A = 4x ; Income of B = 5x

Expenditure of A = 5y ; expenditure of B = 6y

For A:

Income - expenditure = savings

⇒ 4x - 5y = 200 

⇒ 4x = 200 + 5y

⇒ y = (4x - 200)/5  ----------- (1)

For B:

Income - expenditure = savings

⇒ 5x - 6y = 300

Putting the value of y

⇒ 5x - {6 × (4x - 200)/5} = 300

⇒ 25x - {6 × (4x - 200)} = 1500

⇒ x + 1200 = 1500

⇒ x = 300

⇒ x =300

Salary of A = 4x = 4 × 300 = Rs.1200

∴ The correct answer is Rs.1200.

Shortcut TrickCalculation:

Now,

⇒ (5 × 5) - (4 × 6) = 1 unit = (5 × 300) - (6 × 200)

⇒ 1 unit = Rs.300

Income of A = 4 units = 4 × 300 = Rs.1200

∴ The correct answer is Rs.1200.

Given:

First number = 1658

Second number = 2038

Calculation:

First number = 1658 - 7 = 1651

Second number = 2038 - 6 = 2032

Prime factors of 1651:

1651 = 13 × 127

Prime factors of 2032:

2032 = 2 × 2 × 2 × 127

H.C.F of 1651 and 2032 = 127

∴ The correct answer is 127.

Given:

The first type of quantity of salt = 26 kg

Cost of the first type of salt = Rs.2/kg

The second type of quantity of salt = 30 kg

Cost of the first type of salt = Rs.3.60/kg

Formula used:

Gain% = (profit × 100)/C.P

Profit = S.P - C.P

Where, C.P = cost price ; S.P = selling price

Calculation:

C.P of mixture of two quality of salt = {(2 × 26) + (3.6 × 30)}/(26 + 30)

⇒ (52 + 108)/56 = Rs.2.85

Gain% = {(3 - 2.85) × 100}/2.85

⇒ 15/2.85 = 5.26 ≈ 5%

∴ The correct answer is 5%.

Given:

A can complete the work = 4 days

B can complete the work = 8 days

C can complete the work = 16 days

Formula used:

Total work = efficiency × time

Calculation:

According to the question:

New total work = 175% × 16 = 28

⇒ 3 days = (4 + 2 + 1) = 7 units

⇒ (3 × 4) = 12 days = (7 × 4) = 28 units

Total number of days required = 12 days

∴ The correct answer is 12 days.

Given:

First increment % = 5%

Second increment % = 5%

Formula used:

Effective increment % = I + I + (I²/100)

Where, I = increment

Calculation:

Equivalent increment % = 5 + 5 + 5²/100

⇒ 10 + 0.25

⇒ 10.25%

∴ The correct answer is 10.25%.

Shortcut Trick

Apply Alligation Method:

Cheaper price (P1) = 18, Dearer price (P2) = 27, Mean price (M) = 25

Ratio = (P2 − M) ∶ (M − P1)

Ratio = (27 − 25) ∶ (25 − 18) = 2 ∶ 7

∴ The correct answer is 2 ∶ 7.

Alternate Method

Given:

Price of first quantity (CP₁) = ₹18/kg

Price of second quantity (CP₂) = ₹27/kg

Price of mixture (Mean Price) = ₹25/kg

Formula Used:

Quantity 1 ∶ Quantity 2 = (CP₂ − Mean Price) ∶ (Mean Price − CP₁)

₹18 Price 1

₹27 Price 2

₹25 Mean Price

(27 − 25) = 2 (25 − 18) = 7 Ratio = 2 ∶ 7

⇒ Quantity of ₹18 item ∶ Quantity of ₹27 item

⇒ (27 − 25) ∶ (25 − 18)

⇒ 2 ∶ 7

∴ The correct answer is 2 ∶ 7.

Additional Information

Rule of Alligation

It is used to find the ratio in which two or more ingredients at their respective prices must be mixed to produce a mixture at a given mean price.

Mean Price

The cost price of a unit quantity of the mixture is called the mean price. It always lies between the price of the cheaper and the dearer ingredients.

Unit Consistency

When applying alligation, all values (Price 1, Price 2, and Mean Price) must be in the same unit (e.g., all should be Cost Prices or all should be Selling Prices).

Given:

Cost price of milk = Rs.25/litre

Quantity of milk = 25 litre

Formula used:

Gain% = (P × 100)/C.P

Profit (P) = S.P - C.P

Where, C.P = cost price, S.P = selling price

Calculation:

Total cost price = 25 × 25 = Rs.625

Total Selling price = 30 × 25 = Rs.750

Gain% = {(750 - 625) × 100}/625

⇒ 12500/625 = 20%

∴ The correct answer is 20%.

Given:

Discount on first article = 20%

Discount on second article = 25%

Calculation:

Let M.P of the first article = M

M.P of second article = N

⇒ M × 20% = N × 25%

⇒ M/N = 25/20

⇒ M/N = (25 × 4)/(20 × 4)

⇒ M/N = 100/80

∴ The correct option is 3.

Given:

Number = 2310

Calculation:

2310 = 2 × 5 × 3 × 7 × 11

Sum of prime factors = 2 + 5 + 3 + 7 + 11 = 28

Required number = 28 -1 = 27

∴ The correct answer is 27.

The correct answer is 'Nalini was not satisfied with her birthday dress'.

Key Points

• The underlined part in the given sentence is grammatically incorrect.
• Here, 'Nalini was not satisfied with her birthday dress' should be used instead of 'Nalini was not satisfy with her birthday dress'.
• "Nalini was not satisfy" is incorrect because "satisfy" is a verb in the present tense, but in this context, it needs to be in the past tense to match with "was." The correct past participle form of the verb "satisfy" is "satisfied."
• Here's a breakdown of the correction:
• "Nalini" is the subject.
• "was" is the past tense form of the verb "to be."
• "not satisfied" is the past participle form of the verb "satisfy" used to match the past tense of "was."
• When using the verb "to be" (in this case, "was") in the past tense, we need to pair it with a past participle form of the verb that follows it. Therefore, the correct form should be "Nalini was not satisfied."
  

Correct Sentence: Nalini was not satisfied with her birthday dress, but she wore it anyway.

The correct answer is 'Construct'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate antonym of the word 'Abolish' is 'Construst'.
• Abolish: The word "abolish" in English means to formally end something, such as a law, a system, an institution, or a practice, typically through a legal or official process. [In Hindi, the word for "abolish" is "समाप्त करना" (samapt karna) or "निरस्त करना" (nirast karna)]
• Construct: The word "construct" is a verb that means to build, create, or assemble something, usually something physical or conceptual. It involves putting together different elements or parts to form a whole. [In Hindi, the word "construct" can be translated as "निर्माण करना" (nirmaan karna) or "बनाना" (banana).]
  

Correct Answer: Construct.

Additional Information

• Let's look at the meaning of other words:
• Reverberate: (used about a sound) to be repeated several times as it comes off different surfaces. [(ध्वनि का) गूँजना, प्रतिध्वनित होना]
• Eradicate: to destroy or get rid of something completely. [(रोग आदि) को जड़ से उखाड़ देना, पूर्णतया उन्‍मूलित कर देना]
• Pontificate: express one's opinions in a pompous and dogmatic way. (अपनी राय को आडंबरपूर्ण और हठधर्मी तरीके से व्यक्त करना)

The correct answer is 'part of your life'.

Key Points

• The underlined part in the given sentence is grammatically incorrect.
• Here, 'part of your life' should be used instead of 'stage of your living'.
• The phrase "stage of your living" isn't inherently incorrect, but it might not be the most suitable choice in this context because it's less commonly used and slightly more formal or specific in its implication.
• The term "stage of your living" could imply a more theatrical or compartmentalized view of life, suggesting distinct, separate phases or periods. While life does have various phases, the phrase might sound a bit formal or less natural in everyday conversation.
• "Part of your life," on the other hand, is a more inclusive and commonly used phrase that seamlessly encompasses a broader array of experiences without necessarily compartmentalizing life into distinct stages. It's a phrase that easily relates to different moments, events, and experiences that collectively shape one's life journey.
• Thus, the correct answer is Option 3.
  

Correct Sentence: Experiences lead you towards the most fascinating part of your life that you will cherish forever.

The correct answer is 'Sam shall went to'.

Key Points

• The given sentence is grammatically incorrect.
• In the sentence, the error lies in the use of "shall went."
• "Shall" already implies a future action, so using "went" doesn't align correctly with the future tense.
• Instead, the appropriate structure uses "shall go," where "go" acts as the base form of the verb, fitting better with the future tense indicated by "shall."
  

Correct Sentence: Sam shall go to the office tomorrow to get back his original documents lying with the staff.

The correct answer is option 2, "Something that costs a lot of money but has no useful purpose."

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Key Points

• The idiom "white elephant" refers to something that is expensive but useless or burdensome.
• It comes from a tradition in some cultures of giving rare and valuable white elephants as gifts, which were difficult and costly to care for.
• Example: "My grandfather's antique car collection is a white elephant because it costs so much to maintain and we never use them."

Additional Information

• Origin of this idiom: 
• The origin of the idiom "white elephant" dates back to ancient Southeast Asia, particularly to regions like Thailand, Myanmar, Laos, and Cambodia. In these areas, white elephants were considered sacred and held great significance.
• White elephants were extremely rare, and their appearance was seen as a symbol of prestige and divine favor. They were often owned by monarchs and were considered sacred, embodying power, wealth, and prosperity. However, due to their sacred status, they couldn't be used for regular work or practical purposes.
• Owning a white elephant became an expensive affair as it required specific care, attention, and resources without offering any practical benefits. It was an honor to possess one, but maintaining it could become a financial burden. Moreover, giving away or disposing of a gift as esteemed as a white elephant was considered disrespectful.
• This idea evolved into the modern idiom "white elephant," which refers to something rare or prestigious that is costly to maintain or has little practical use. It denotes an object or property that is expensive and challenging to maintain but offers little or no value or benefit in return.
• Over time, the term "white elephant" transitioned from its literal meaning as a sacred and rare animal to a metaphorical expression used to describe expensive or burdensome possessions or projects.

The correct answer is 'trick'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate synonym of the given word 'Deceive' is 'Trick'.
• Deceive: to try to make somebody believe something that is not true. (बहकाना, भ्रमित करना)
• Example: He deceived his mother into believing that he had earned the money, not stolen it.
• Trick: to make somebody believe something that is not true. (किसी से छल करना)
• Example: I’d been tricked and I felt like a fool.
  

Correct Answer: trick.

Additional Information

• Let's look at the meaning of other words:
• Shine: to send out or to send back (reflect) light; to be bright. (चमकाना या चमक बिखेरना; चमकना)
• Handle: to touch or hold something with your hand(s). (हाथ से छूना या सँभालना)
• Believe: to feel sure that something is true or that somebody is telling the truth. (विश्‍वास करना, सही मान लेना)

The correct answer is 'Productive'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate antonym of the given word 'Worthless' is 'Productive'.
• Worthless: having no value or use. [बेकार, किसी काम (या दाम) का नहीं, व्‍यर्थ का]
• Example: It’s worthless—it’s only a bit of plastic!
• Productive: that makes or grows something, especially in large quantities. [उत्‍पादित या उत्‍पन्‍न करने वाला (विशेषतः बड़े परिणाम में); उत्‍पादनकारी]
• Example: The company wants to sell off its less productive factories.
  

Correct Answer: Productive.

Additional Information

• Let's look at the meaning of other words:
• Insult: to speak or act rudely to somebody. [(किसी का) अपमान करना]
• Kind: a group whose members all have the same qualities. (समान गुणों वाले व्यक्तियों का समूह; वर्ग)
• Ineffective: not producing the effect or result that you want. (जो अभीष्‍ट प्रभाव या परिणाम उत्‍पन्‍न न करे; निष्‍प्रभावी)

The correct answer is 'feels very proud'.

Key Points

• The underlined part in the given sentence is grammatically incorrect.
• Here, 'feels very proud' should be used instead of 'feels very proudly'.
• The word "proudly" is an adverb, used to describe how something is done. However, in this sentence, the captain is experiencing a feeling, which requires the use of an adjective, not an adverb.
• Here, "proud" is an adjective that describes the state or feeling of the captain, indicating his sense of satisfaction or accomplishment due to his team's victory.
• Thus, the correct answer is Option 4.
  

Correct Sentence: The captain feels very proud, as his team has won the match.

The correct answer is 'whole'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate homophone to fill in the given blank is 'whole'.
• "While" refers to a period of time or during something happening. However, in the context of the sentence, it doesn't fit as it doesn't describe the duration it took to fix the hole.
• "Whale" is a large marine mammal and doesn't relate to the time it took to fix the hole in the wall.
• "Hold" means to grasp or keep something in position, but it doesn't fit in the sentence contextually.
• "Whole" refers to the entirety or complete amount of something. In the sentence, "It took a whole day for them to do the job" indicates that it took an entire day from start to finish to complete the task of fixing the hole in the wall.
• Thus, the correct answer is Option 4.
  

Correct Sentence: There was a big hole in the wall which they are trying to close. It took a whole day for them to do the job.

The correct answer is 'Degeneration'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate synonym of the given word 'decay' is 'degeneration'.
• Decay: to become bad or be slowly destroyed. (ख़राब होना या धीरे-धीरे नष्‍ट हो जाना)
• Example: the decaying carcass of a dead sheep...
• Degeneration: a lowering of effective power, vitality, or essential quality to an enfeebled and worsened kind or state.
• Example: the country's degeneration into chaos...
  

Correct Answer: Degeneration.

Additional Information

• Let's look at the meaning of other words:
• Conviction: the action of finding somebody guilty of a crime in a court of law. (न्‍यायालय द्वारा अपराधी ठहराए जाने की क्रिया; दोषसिद्धि)
• Integrity: the quality of being honest. (सत्यनिष्ठा)
• Indignation: shock and anger. (मानसिक आघात और क्रोध, रोष)

The correct answer is 'Guilty'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate synonym of the given word 'Culpable' is 'Guilty'.
• Culpable: responsible for something bad that has happened. (ग़लती के लिए ज़िम्‍मेदार; दोषी)
• Example: In public he pleads culpable to his part in that shock result.
• Guilty: having broken a law; being responsible for doing something wrong. (क़ानून तोड़ने वाला; ग़लत काम करने वाला)
• Example: She pleaded guilty/not guilty to the crime.
  

Correct Answer: Guilty.

Additional Information

• Let's look at the meaning of other words:
• Absolved: to say formally that somebody does not have to take responsibility for something. (अपराध, पाप, उत्तरदायित्‍व आदि से मुक्त करना; दोषमुक्त करना, निरपराध ठहरना)
• Vindicated: to prove that something is true or that you were right about doing something, especially when other people thought differently. (कुछ उचित ठहराना या न्‍यायसंगत सिद्घ करना)
• Acquitted: to decide officially in a court of law that someone is not guilty of a particular crime. (विमुक्त)

The correct answer is 'Optional'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate antonym of the given word 'Mandatory' is 'Optional'.
• Mandatory: required by a law or rule. (अनिवार्य)
• Example: the mandatory retirement age...
• Optional: that you can choose or not choose. [वैकल्पिक(जिसे आप चुन या छोड़ सकते हैं)]
• Example: an optional subject at school...
  

Correct Answer: Optional.

Additional Information

• Let's look at the meaning of other words:
• Imperative: very important or urgent. (बहुत महत्वपूर्ण या आवश्‍यक; अत्‍यावश्‍यक)
• Requisite: necessary for a particular purpose. (विशेष प्रयोजन के लिए आवश्‍यक या अपेक्षित)
• Unavoidable: that cannot be avoided or prevented. (जिससे बचना या जिसे रोकना संभव न हो; अपरिहार्य, अनिवार्य)

The correct answer is Option 1 (Scientists are looking for alternative energy to save non-renewable resources).

Key Points

• The word "renewable" is spelled with a double "n" and double "e".
• The sentence is grammatically correct with no spelling errors.

Additional Information 

• Option 2 has a spelling error with "reneable" instead of "renewable".
• Option 3 has a spelling error with "allternative" instead of "alternative".
• Option 4 has a spelling error with "alternetive" instead of "alternative".

The correct answer is 'Two people who are different from each other '.

Key Points

• The most appropriate meaning of the given idiom 'Like oil and water' is 'Two people who are different from each other'.
• Like oil and water: two people who are like oil and water are very different from each other.
• Example: He and the General did not get along. The two were like oil and water together.
  

Correct Answer: Two people who are different from each other.

The correct answer is Option 4 - Ockupation.

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Key Points

• The correct spelling of the word is 'Occupation' with a double 'c'.
• The incorrect spelling 'Ockupation' has only one 'c' and is not a valid spelling of the word.
• The error is a misspelling of the word due to the omission of a letter.
• It is important to pay attention to the correct spelling of words to avoid confusion and miscommunication.

Additional Information

• Let's look at the meaning of other words:
• Constipation: A medical condition where a person has difficulty in passing stools.
• Hallucination: Seeing or sensing things that are not really there.
• Reverberation: Echoing or bouncing back of sound waves.

The correct answer is 'persistence'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate word in the given context is 'persistence'.
• This term refers to the quality of continuing steadfastly despite difficulties or obstacles.
• It aligns with the context of the sentence, which talks about positive stories of determination and resilience during challenging times, making it the most suitable choice.
• Example: The persistence of the athlete finally paid off when he won the gold medal after years of hard work and training.
  

​​Correct Usage: Amidst all the chaos and suffering caused by the pandemic, there are some positive stories of grit, persistence, and bravado. Some businesses understood the needs of the times to make (2)__profits. Businesses diversified and (3)successful. Although there are numerous stories of people and business owners (4) due to lockdowns, this small percentage of success stories is like the light at the end of the (5)_______

Additional Information

• Perspiration: While perspiration refers to sweating, it doesn't aptly fit the context here. The sentence is discussing positive stories during the pandemic, not physical exertion or effort involving sweating.
• Silence: Silence does not connect well with the idea of positive stories of resilience and determination during tough times. It doesn't contribute to the theme of overcoming challenges mentioned in the sentence.
• Laxity: Laxity means the quality of being lax or lacking in rigor or strictness. It doesn't resonate with the idea of positive stories of determination and perseverance amid the chaos caused by the pandemic.

The correct answer is 'huge'.

Key Points

• The word that should be filled in the second blank is "huge."
• The sentence discusses how some businesses responded during the pandemic.
• Considering the context where businesses adapted and diversified, the word "huge" appropriately reflects that these businesses were able to generate significant or substantial profits. It indicates that their earnings were substantial in size, possibly much larger than expected or typical under the circumstances.
• The term "huge" emphasizes the scale or magnitude of the profits made during this challenging period. 
  

Correct Usage: Amidst all the chaos and suffering caused by the pandemic, there are some positive stories of grit, persistence, and bravado. Some businesses understood the needs of the times to make huge profits. Businesses diversified and (3)successful. Although there are numerous stories of people and business owners (4)__ due to lockdowns, this small percentage of success stories is like the light at the end of the (5)___________

The correct answer is 'were'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate word for the third blank is 'were'.
• In this context, "were" functions as a linking verb, connecting the subject ("businesses") with the adjective "successful." It indicates that as a result of diversifying, the businesses achieved success.
• This usage of "were" in the sentence demonstrates a state of being, stating that the businesses, after diversifying, found themselves in a successful state or condition.
  

Correct Usage: Amidst all the chaos and suffering caused by the pandemic, there are some positive stories of grit, persistence, and bravado. Some businesses understood the needs of the times to make huge profits. Businesses diversified and were successful. Although there are numerous stories of people and business owners (4)__________ due to lockdowns, this small percentage of success stories is like the light at the end of the (5)___________

The correct answer is 'suffering'.

Key Points

• The word that should be filled in the fourth blank is "suffering."
• The word "suffering" fits in the context of the sentence, as it aligns with the negative impact mentioned due to lockdowns. It indicates that many people and business owners faced difficulties or hardships because of the lockdowns imposed during the pandemic.
• This contrasts with the earlier mention of the positive stories of success, providing a juxtaposition between hardship and success during challenging times. 
  

Correct Usage: Amidst all the chaos and suffering caused by the pandemic, there are some positive stories of grit, persistence, and bravado. Some businesses understood the needs of the times to make huge profits. Businesses diversified and were successful. Although there are numerous stories of people and business owners suffering due to lockdowns, this small percentage of success stories is like the light at the end of the (5)___________ 

Additional Information

• Let's look at the meaning of other words:
• Relishing: Enjoying or taking pleasure in something.
• Pushing: Making efforts or striving towards a goal.
• Emptying: Removing contents or making something empty.

The correct answer is 'tunnel'.

Key Points

• The most suitable word to fill in the fifth blank would be "tunnel."
• The phrase "the light at the end of the tunnel" is an idiomatic expression used to symbolize hope or relief after a difficult or challenging period. It implies that even during tough times, there's a glimpse of hope or a positive outcome ahead.
• In the context of the sentence, this phrase signifies that amidst the suffering caused by the lockdowns, the few success stories represent a source of hope or positivity, similar to the light one sees at the end of a tunnel after going through a dark or challenging passage.
  

Correct Usage: Amidst all the chaos and suffering caused by the pandemic, there are some positive stories of grit, persistence, and bravado. Some businesses understood the needs of the times to make huge profits. Businesses diversified and were successful. Although there are numerous stories of people and business owners suffering due to lockdowns, this small percentage of success stories is like the light at the end of the tunnel. 

Additional Information

• Let's look at the meaning of other words:
• Kernel: In a general sense, a kernel refers to the core or central part of something. It can also mean the innermost and essential part of a seed, fruit, or nut. Figuratively, it represents the essential or crucial part of an idea, concept, or matter. For instance, "The kernel of the issue lies in miscommunication," or "The kernel of a popcorn is the part that pops into the fluffy snack we enjoy."
• Hill: A hill is a raised area of land that is higher than the surrounding areas but smaller than a mountain. It has a defined elevation and can be used for various purposes such as agriculture, recreation, or residential areas. For example, "They hiked to the top of the hill for a scenic view," or "The town was nestled in the foothills of the mountains."
• Rope: A rope is a thick cord or bundle of fibers twisted or braided together, typically used for various purposes like tying, lifting, or securing objects. Ropes come in different materials and sizes, serving different functions based on their strength and durability. For instance, "They used a rope to secure the boat to the dock," or "She tied the boxes together with a sturdy rope."

वाक्य में "खरीदी" शब्द में त्रुटि है। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है।

Key Points

• वाक्य- उसने चार मन चावल खरीदी।
• इस वाक्य में खरीदी शब्द में त्रुटि है।
• यहाँ वचन संबं���ी त्रुटि है। उसने पुल्लिंग सर्वनाम है।
• इसलिए खरीदी शब्द के स्थान पर खरीदा शब्द होगा।
• शुद्ध वाक्य- उसने चार मन चावल खरीदा।

Important Points

जी दुखाना मुहावरे का अर्थ "छाती पर मूंग दलना" है। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है। 

Key Points 

Important Pointsअन्य विकल्प- 

'जिस पर मुकदमा चल रहा हो' वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द "अभियुक्त" है। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है।

Key Points

• जिस पर मुकदमा चल रहा हो- अभियुक्त।

अन्य विकल्प-

Important Pointsकुछ अन्य महत्वपूर्ण वाक्यांश-

वाक्य में रेखांकित शब्द के उचित पर्यायवाची शब्द "वसुधा" है। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है।

Key Points

• वाक्य- धरती माता की पूजा करनी चाहिए।
• रेखांकित शब्द धरती का पर्यायवाची शब्द वसुधा होगा।
• धरती के अन्य पर्यायवाची शब्द- ज़मीन, धरा, ‌‌‌भूमि, पृथिवी, पृथु, वसुधा, रत्नवती आदि।

Important Pointsअन्य विकल्प- 

वाक्य में रेखांकित शब्द मृदुभाषी का सही विलोम शब्द "कटुभाषी" है। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है। 

Key Points

• वाक्य- सज्जन मृदुभाषी होते हैं लेकिन टुर्जन _______ होते हैं।
• इस वाक्य में रेखांकित शब्द मृदुभाषी का विलोम कटुभाषी होगा।
• मृदु���ाषी का अर्थ- मृदु वचन बोलनेवाला।
• कटुभाषी का अर्थ- कड़वी बात बोलने वाला।

Important Pointsअन्य विकल्प- 

हे चिह्न संबंध कारक का नहीं है। अन्‍य व‍िकल्‍प असंगत हैं। 

Key Points

• की, का और के संबंध कारक के चिह्न है।
• हे संबोधन कारक का चिह्न है।

Additional Information

वाक्य में रेखांकित शब्द भारी के लिए सर्वाधिक उपयुक्त शब्द "बहुत" होगा। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है।

Key Points

• वाक्य- मैं आज भारी दुखी हूँ।
• इस वाक्य में भारी शब्द के स्थान पर बहुत शब्द का प्रयोग होगा।
• बहुत का अर्थ- दूध जमाने हेतु छोड़ी गई खट्टी दही।
• सही वाक्य- मैं आज बहुत दुखी हूँ।

Important Pointsअन्य विकल्प- 

'जो व्यर्थ की बातें करता हो' वाक्यांश के लिए उपयुक्त शब्द "वाचाल" है। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है।

Key Points

• जो व्यर्थ की बातें करता हो- वाचाल​।​

अन्य विकल्प-

Important Pointsकुछ अन्य महत्वपूर्ण वाक्यांश-

विकल्पों में दिए गए वाक्य "मत्स्य जल में रहती है" में मछली शब्द के सही पर्यायवाची का प्रयोग किया गया है। अन्य विकल्प असंगत हैं। 

Key Points

• वाक्य- मत्स्य जल में रहती है।
• इस वाक्य में मछली शब्द के पर्यायवाची शब्द मत्स्य का प्रयोग हुआ है।
• मछली के अन्य पर्यायवाची शब्द- 
• मीन, मत्स्य, झख, झष, जलजीवन, शफरी, मकर।

Important Pointsकुछ अन्य महत्वपूर्ण पर्यायवाची-