SSC GD Constable (2022) Official Paper (Held On : 07 Feb 2023 Shift 4) (Previous Year Paper)

The logic followed here is:

So, '81, 121' will replace the question mark in the given series.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

The logic followed here is:

So, 'EHLQ' will replace the question mark in the given series.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

Family Chart:

Decoding the Symbols:

 

Option 1: S @ L & R # P

It means: S is the Wife of L, L is the Father of R, R is the Sister of P.

Here, P is the Child of L.

Option 2: P @ R & S # L

It means: P is the Wife of R, R is the Father of S, S is the Sister of L.

Here, P is the Mother of L.

Option 3: P @ L & S # R 

It means: P is the Wife of L, L is the Father of S, S is the Sister of R.

Here, P is the wife of L.

Option 4: S @ P # R & L 

It means: S is the Wife of P, P is the Sister of R, R is the Father of L.

 

Since, P is the Husband of S, so P is a male therefore, P can't be the sister of R.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

The correct mirror image of the given figure is:

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

The logic followed here is:

Logic: The second word is the larger construct or whole which contains the first word.

Here,

Arc : Circle → An arc is part of a circle.

Similarly,

Cockpit : Airplane → A cockpit is part of an airplane.

Hence, the correct answer is "Airplane".

The correct Dictionary order is:

4. Chain
5. Chair
6. Change
7. Charm
8. Chauffer

So, the correct order are: 4, 1, 5, 2, 3.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

The logic followed here is:

So, '123' will replace the question mark in the given series.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

The logic followed here is:

So, 'IR' will replace the question mark in the given series.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

Given equation: 12 × 108 – 36 ÷ 6 + 18 = 48.

BODMAS Table: 

Let's check each option one by one.

Option 1) - and +

Given: 12 × 108 – 36 ÷ 6 + 18 = 48

After interchanging the numbers we get;

⇒ 12 × 108 + 36 ÷ 6 - 18 = 48

⇒ 12 × 108 + 6 - 18 = 48

⇒ 1296 + 6 - 18 = 48

⇒ 1302 - 18 = 48

⇒ 1284 ≠ 48

⇒ LHS ≠ RHS

Option 2) ÷ and –

Given: 12 × 108 – 36 ÷ 6 + 18 = 48

After interchanging the numbers we get;

⇒ 12 × 108 ÷ 36 - 6 + 18 = 48

⇒ 12 × 3 - 6 + 18 = 48

⇒ 36 - 6 + 18 = 48

⇒ 54 - 6 = 48

⇒ 48 = 48

⇒ LHS = RHS

Option 3) + and ×

Given: 12 × 108 – 36 ÷ 6 + 18 = 48

After interchanging the numbers we get;

⇒ 12 + 108 – 36 ÷ 6 × 18 = 48

⇒ 12 + 108 – 6 × 18 = 48

⇒ 12 + 108 – 108 = 48

⇒ 120 - 108 = 48

⇒ 12 ≠ 48

⇒ LHS ≠ RHS

Option 4) + and ÷

Given: 12 × 108 – 36 ÷ 6 + 18 = 48

After interchanging the numbers we get;

⇒ 12 × 108 – 36 + 6 ÷ 18 = 48

⇒ 12 × 108 – 36 + 0.33 = 48

⇒ 1296 – 36 + 0.33 = 48

⇒ 1236.33 - 36 = 48

⇒ 1200.33 ≠ 48

⇒ LHS ≠ RHS

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

The logic followed here is:

Since the letters are shifting its place randomly, so we need to identify the rotation of any of a single letter/number.

Logic: The letter 'U' is shifting its place by +2 and +1 place alternatively.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

The logic followed here is:

Logic: Sum of the place value of all the letters except O.

'PROVED’ is written as ‘65'

⇒ 16 + 18 + 22 + 5 + 4 = 65.

'REMOVER’ is written as ‘81'

⇒ 18 + 5 + 13 + 22 + 5 + 18 = 81.

Similarly, for 'DEVOUR'

⇒ 4 + 5 + 22 + 21 + 18 = 70.

So, 'DEVOUR' will be written as '70'.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

Given Statements:

1. All cottons are silks.
2. All silks are wools.
3. All wools are jutes.

The least possible Venn diagram for the given statement is:

Conclusions:

I. Some jutes are silks - True (Because, All silks are wools and All wools are jutes, so Some jutes are silks will be definitely true).

II. Some wools are cottons - True (Because, All cottons are silks and All silks are wools, so Some wools are cottons will be definitely true).

III. Some jutes are cottons - True (Because, All silks are wools, All wools are jutes and All wools are jutes, so Some jutes are cottons will be definitely true).

So, All conclusions 1, 2 and 3 follow.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

The logic followed here is:

Logic: (2^nd number)³ × 2 = 1^st number.

Now,

For, 2 : 1

⇒ (1)³ × 2

⇒ 1 × 2 = 2.

For, 54 : 3

⇒ (3)3 × 2

⇒ 27 × 2 = 54.

Similarly, for 16 : ?

⇒ (2)3 × 2

⇒ 8 × 2 = 16.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

The logic followed here is:

Logic: The second word is a common action or task performed by the first word.

Here,

Engineer : Build → An engineer typically builds or designs things.

Similarly,

Physician : Cure → A physician typically cures or treats patients.

Hence, the correct answer is "Cure".

Given: Five people, K, L, M, N, and O are sitting in a straight row, facing north.

K is sitting on the extreme right end of the row.

M is sitting on the immediate left of L

L is sitting on the immediate left of N. .

N is sitting on the immediate left of O.

Here, N is sitting in the exact middle of the row.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

From the given dice,

Q and R is the common surface in the both dice,

So, the remaining surface 'M' will be the opposite surface of 'P'.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

The logic followed here is:

For, ‘DANGER is coded as REGNAD’,

'DETAIL is coded as LIATED',

Similarly, for 'DOCTOR'

So, 'DOCTOR' is coded as 'ROTCOD'.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

Given equation: 63 ÷ 84 + 7 - 6 × 48.

Decoding the given information :

Now, replacing the sign from left to right and using BODMAS rule, we get :

New equation: 63 - 84 ÷ 7 × 6 + 48.

Calculation :

⇒ 63 - 84 ÷ 7 × 6 + 48

⇒ 63 - 12 × 6 + 48

⇒ 63 - 72 + 48

⇒ 111 - 72 = 39.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

The image embedded in given figure is as shown below:

Hence, "Option 2" is the correct answer.

Given: Six students are sitting around a circular table facing the centre.

1. Rajesh is sitting second to the right of Ramesh.

2. Ramesh is sitting to the immediate left of Suresh.

3. Paresh is sitting second to the right of Rajesh.

4) Nimesh is sitting second to the right of Jayesh.

5) Jayesh is the immediate neighbour of Rajesh and Paresh.

Here, Nimesh is sitting between Ramesh and Paresh.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

The correct answer is Silver.

Key Points

• Silver is a chemical element with an atomic number 47.
• Silver is the best conductor of electricity.
• Gold and silver can be separated by the cyanide process.
• Siver can be produced as a byproduct of copper, gold, lead, and zinc refining.
• Silver exhibits the highest electrical conductivity, thermal conductivity among metals.

Additional Information

• One such chemical element is sodium.
• It is an efficient heat and electricity conductor.
• Iron is atomic number 26 and has the symbol Fe.
• Iron has a thermal conductivity of 73 at ambient temperature.
• Gold's atomic number is 79 and its symbol is Au.
• Compared to silver, gold is more heat resistant and has a higher melting point.

The correct answer is YSR Congress Party.

Key Points

• The correct political party that Mekapati Vikram Reddy belongs to is YSR Congress Party.
• YSR Congress Party is a regional political party in Andhra Pradesh, India, founded by Y. S. Jaganmohan Reddy in 2011.
• Mekapati Vikram Reddy is an Indian politician who represents the Atmakur Assembly constituency in the 15^th Andhra Pradesh Assembly.

Additional Information

• Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is a national political party in India, currently in power at the federal level.
• It is known for its right-wing ideology and Hindutva politics.
• Communist Party of India (CPI) is a left-wing political party in India, founded in 1925.
• It advocates socialism and secularism.
• Indian National Congress (INC) is one of the oldest political parties in India, founded in 1885.
• It is a centre-left party and has been in power at the federal level for several terms.

The correct answer is Pushkar Singh Dhami.

Key Points

• Pushkar Singh Dhami was elected as the Chief Minister of Uttarakhand on 4^th July 2021.
• He succeeded Tirath Singh Rawat who resigned from the post after serving for just four months.
• Prior to becoming the Chief Minister, Pushkar Singh Dhami was a Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) from Khatima constituency in Uttarakhand.
• Dhami is the youngest Chief Minister of Uttarakhand and is considered to be a close aide of former Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat.

Additional Information

• Bhuwan Chandra Khanduri is a retired Indian Army officer and politician who served as the Chief Minister of Uttarakhand from 2007 to 2009.
• Trivendra Singh Rawat was the Chief Minister of Uttarakhand from 2017 to 2021.
• Tirath Singh Rawat served as the Chief Minister of Uttarakhand for a brief period of four months from March 2021 to July 2021.
• In India, each of the 28 states and occasionally a union territory has an elected chief minister serving as head of state.

The correct answer is Sunayana Hazarilal.

Key Points

• Sunayana Hazarilal is a renowned Kathak dancer who has contributed significantly to the art form.
• She is purportedly the last living practitioner of Kathak's Janakiprasad Gharana, popularly referred to as the Banares Gharana.
• She has been awarded the Padma Shri, one of the highest civilian awards in India, for her contributions in Kathak in 2011.

Additional Information

• Sarodi Saikia is an Assamese-born Indian classical dancer, teacher, and chetar player.
• Her Sattriya dance has brought her the most fame. In 2015, Saikia was awarded the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award.
• Tankeswar Hazarika Borbayan is a folk artist from Assam.
• He is associated with Sattriya dance.
• Jogen Dutta Bayan is a folk artist from Assam 
• He has been awarded Sangeet Natak Akademi.

The correct answer is Absolute Poverty.

Key Points

• Absolute Poverty refers to the lack of basic necessities required to sustain human life, such as food, shelter, and clothing.
• It is a condition of severe deprivation of basic human needs, where individuals cannot afford to meet their basic requirements.
• Numerous social, economic, and political factors can contribute to or result from poverty.

We are able to enhance the general health of every person on the earth by eliminating poverty worldwide.

Additional Information

• Relative Poverty refers to the situation where a person's income falls below a certain percentage of the median income of the society they live in.
• Generational Poverty is a situation where poverty is passed down from one generation to the next due to lack of education, skills, and opportunities.
• Situational Poverty is a temporary condition where individuals or households experience poverty due to unforeseen circumstances such as job loss, illness, or natural disasters.

The correct answer is a large amount of capital is required to start and run a super market.

Key Points

• Super markets require a large amount of capital to start and run their operations.
• This is due to the high costs involved in leasing or purchasing a large retail space, stocking inventory, and hiring employees.
• Additionally, super markets need to invest in marketing and advertising to attract customers and stay competitive in the market.
• However, once established, super markets can generate significant revenue and profits due to their wide range of products and convenience for customers.

Additional Information

• Super markets are large retail stores that offer a wide range of products to customers under one roof.
• These products can range from groceries, household items, electronics, clothing, and more.
• Super markets are known for their convenience, as customers can find everything they need in one place.
• They also offer competitive pricing and promotions to attract customers and increase sales.

The correct answer is 21.

Key Points

• The Prohibition of Child Marriage (Amendment) Bill, 2021 proposes to increase the age of marriage for girls from 18 to 21 years.
• This amendment aims to prevent child marriages and promote the education and well-being of girls.
• Child marriage is a violation of human rights and can have severe consequences on the physical and mental health of girls, as well as their education and economic opportunities.

Additional Information

• The Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006, defines child marriage as a marriage in which either the girl or the boy is underage, i.e., below 18 years of age.
• The act provides for punishment for those who perform, promote, or participate in child marriages.
• The proposed amendment also includes provisions for stricter punishment for those who violate the law and for the annulment of child marriages.
• It also proposes to make registration of marriages mandatory and to provide for rehabilitation and support for victims of child marriages.

The correct answer is Rubigula, the Flame-Throated Bulbul.

Key Points

• Rubigula is a bird species native to the Western Ghats, which is a mountain range in India and a biodiversity hotspot.
• The choice of Rubigula as the mascot reflects the importance of preserving India's rich natural heritage.
• The Flame-Throated Bulbul is known for its distinctive red throat, which symbolizes the spirit of the games and the passion of the athletes.
• The choice of Rubigula as the mascot also highlights the need for conservation efforts to protect endangered species like this bird.
• The mascot design for Rubigula was created by a 12-year-old girl named Vedashree Khambete from Maharashtra, through a nationwide competition.
• This reflects the spirit of inclusivity and youth empowerment that the National Games aim to promote.

Additional Information

• Ammu, the great hornbill was the mascot for the 2015 National Games of India, which were held in Kerala.
• Maharashtra emerged victorious in the 37^th National Games, which took place in Goa from October 26 to November 9, 2023, with 228 medals, comprising 80 gold, 69 silver, and 79 bronze.
• With 126 medals, including 66 gold, 27 silver, and 33 bronze, Services came in second.

The correct answer is 12.

Key Points

• Mahamastak Abhishek is a grand Jain festival celebrated once in every 12 years.
• It is celebrated to anoint the statue of Bahubali.
• The festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm and devotion by Jains all over the world.
• The festival is celebrated in the city of Shravanabelagola, located in the Hassan district of Karnataka, India.
• Mahamastak Abhishek is a significant event for Jains as it is believed to bring blessings and good fortune to the participants.

Additional Information

• The purpose of the festival is to honor a 17.4-meter-tall monolithic monument of Siddha Bahubali.
• The next ceremony for the anointing is scheduled for 2030; the last one happened in February of 2018.
• The 2018 ritual was the second Mahamastakabhisheka of the twenty-first century and is believed to be the 88^th in a series that started in 981 AD.
• Many Jain ascetics are scheduled to grace the ritual.
• From February 17 to 25, 2018, the event in Shravanabelagola, India, was led by Charukeerthi Bhattaraka Swamiji.

The correct answer is Faster, Sustainable, and More Inclusive Growth.

Key Points

• The aim of the twelfth five year plan was Faster, Sustainable, and More Inclusive Growth.
• Faster growth refers to the aim of increasing the GDP growth rate of the country.
• Sustainable growth refers to the aim of ensuring that economic growth is not at the cost of environmental degradation and depletion of natural resources.
• More Inclusive Growth refers to the aim of ensuring that the benefits of economic growth are distributed more equally among different sections of the society.

Additional Information

• Twelveth Five-Year Plan (2012–17) aims for an eight percent yearly growth rate.
• 10% poverty reduction is the government's target for the 12^th Five-Year Plan, and this objective has mainly been met because to the government's initiatives to combat poverty.
• India's policies, programs, and projects are given a broad direction and a foundational structure by the Five Year Plans (FYPs).

The correct answer is Durand Cup.

Key Points

• The oldest football competition in India is the Durand Cup.
• It was first held in 1888, making it the third oldest football tournament in the world.
• It is named after Sir Mortimer Durand, who was the Foreign Secretary in British India.
• The tournament was initially meant for British Indian Army teams, but civilian teams were allowed to participate from 1940 onwards.
• The Durand Cup has been won by top Indian clubs like Mohun Bagan, East Bengal, and Salgaocar.
• The tournament was not held in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Additional Information

• BC Roy Trophy:
• This is a football tournament for under-19 teams from different Indian states.
• It was first held in 1960 and is named after Bidhan Chandra Roy, who was the second Chief Minister of West Bengal.
• The tournament has helped in the discovery of young football talent in India.
• Santosh Trophy:
• This is a football tournament for state teams in India.
• It was first held in 1941 and is named after the Maharaja of Santosh, who donated the trophy.
• The tournament has been won by many different state teams over the years.
• Federation Cup:
• This was a football tournament for club teams in India.
• It was first held in 1977 and was last held in 2017.
• The tournament was replaced by the Super Cup, which was also discontinued in 2019.

The correct answer is rural. 

Key Points

• National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development(NABARD) is a development financial institution in India that focuses on providing credit and other facilities for the promotion and development of agriculture, small-scale industries, cottage industries, handicrafts, and other rural crafts.
• It is governed by the Indian government's Ministry of Finance.
• Financial inclusion is being developed and implemented by NABARD.

Additional Information

• On July12,1982, Act 61, 1981 of Parliament was passed, implementing the B. Sivaramman Committee's recommendations and creating NABARD to carry out the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development Act of 1981.
• One of the top agencies, offering 100% stake of Rs. 14080 crore.
• A share capital of Rs. 30,000 crore has been sanctioned.

The correct answer is detritivores.

Key Points

• Detritivores are the organisms that break down waste into smaller particles.
• They are also known as decomposers, and they break down dead organic matter into simpler compounds.
• Detritivores play a crucial role in nutrient cycling, as they release the nutrients back into the ecosystem for the use of other organisms.
• Examples of detritivores include earthworms, dung beetles, snails, and some species of bacteria and fungi.

Additional Information

• Carnivores are organisms that feed on other animals.
• Carnivores are sometimes referred to as predators.
• Prey is the term for the organisms that carnivores hunt.
• Omnivores are organisms that consume both plants and animals.
• Omnivores metabolize the nutrients and energy from the sources they consume in addition to digesting fiber, protein, fat, and carbs.
• Herbivores are organisms that feed on plants.
• The sizes of herbivores vary, ranging from little insects like aphids to massive, hulking elephants.

The correct answer is Jawaharlal Nehru.

Key Points

• The Lahore Congress took place in December 1929 and was presided over by Jawaharlal Nehru.
• During this congress, the demand for 'Purna Swaraj' or complete independence for India was formalized.
• Baldev Singh was a prominent Sikh politician who served as the first Defence Minister of India.
• Jagjivan Ram was a Dalit leader and freedom fighter who served as the Deputy Prime Minister of India.
• Asaf Ali was a Muslim leader and freedom fighter who served as the Ambassador of India to the United States.

Additional Information

• Jawaharlal Nehru was a prominent leader of the Indian independence movement and served as the first Prime Minister of India after independence.
• Baldev Singh played a key role in the integration of princely states into the Indian Union after independence.
• Jagjivan Ram was known for his efforts to uplift the marginalized sections of Indian society, particularly Dalits.
• Asaf Ali was a lawyer and politician who played an active role in the Indian independence movement and later served as the Governor of Orissa.

The correct answer is Article 19 (1) (g).

Key Points

• Article 19 (1) (g) of the Indian Constitution guarantees the right to practice any profession, occupation, trade or business.
• This right can be restricted by the State for reasons such as public interest, morality, and health.
• The freedom to practice any profession or occupation is an essential aspect of the right to livelihood, which is a fundamental right under Article 21 of the Constitution.
• This right is crucial for individuals to pursue their chosen career paths and contribute to the economic growth of the nation.

Additional Information

• Article 22 (b) guarantees protection against arrest and detention in certain cases.
• Article 21 (A) guarantees the right to education.
• Article 20 (c) guarantees protection against self-incrimination.

The correct answer is Vassakara.

Key Points

• Vassakara was the chief of the Licchavis who approached the Buddha to seek his advice on the proposed attack on Vajjis.
• The Buddha advised him against the attack and gave him a discourse on the virtues of a good ruler and the importance of maintaining social harmony.
• Yashas was a youth who became a disciple of the Buddha.
• He is known for his devotion and his contribution to spreading the teachings of the Buddha.
• Ashoka was a Mauryan emperor who converted to Buddhism after witnessing the horrors of war.
• He is known for his efforts to spread the teachings of the Buddha and for his policies of non-violence.
• Radhagupta was a trusted minister of Emperor Ashoka of the Mauryan Empire.

Additional Information

• The Vajjis were a confederacy of eight clans in ancient India.
• They were known for their democratic system of government and for their military prowess.
• The Buddha was a spiritual teacher who lived in ancient India.
• He is the founder of Buddhism and is revered as a great teacher and a wise philosopher.
• The Licchavis were a clan of the Vajjis who were known for their bravery and their military strength.
• They were also known for their close relationship with the Buddha and for their patronage of the Buddhist teachings.

The correct answer is Gotipua.

Key Points

• Gotipua is a unique dance form from the state of Odisha where young boys are dressed up as women and perform acrobatic dance moves.
• It was traditionally performed in temples and was a way of offering devotion to Lord Jagannath.
• Gotipua literally means "single boy" and the performers are usually between the ages of 6 to 14 years old.
• The dance form was popularized in the 16^th century by the poet and saint Chaitanya Mahaprabhu.

Additional Information

• Fugdi is a folk dance form from the western Indian state of Goa and is performed by women during weddings and other celebrations.
• Fugdi is usually performed by women in a circle formation and is accompanied by traditional Goan music.
• Theyyam is a popular ritualistic dance form from the northern parts of Kerala.
• It is performed by men dressed up in elaborate costumes.
• Bihu is a folk dance form from the state of Assam and is performed during the Bihu festival.
• ​It is performed by both men and women and is characterized by energetic dance moves.
• Bihu is a celebration of the harvest season and is performed with traditional musical instruments like the dhol, pepa and gogona.

The correct answer is monsoon.

Key Points

• The climate of India is mainly influenced by the monsoon winds, which bring heavy rainfall in the summer season.
• The monsoon climate is characterized by a distinct wet and dry season, with high humidity and temperature during the summer months and cool and dry weather during the winter months.
• The monsoon type of climate is found in many parts of South Asia, including India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Nepal.
• The monsoon climate is crucial for the agriculture and economy of India, as it provides water for irrigation and supports the growth of crops like rice, wheat, and sugarcane.

Additional Information

• India is home to six primary climatic subtypes, based on the Köppen system.
• These subtypes include alpine tundra and glaciers in the north, wet tropical regions that support rain forests in the southwest, and island territories. Arid deserts are found in the west.
• With certain local modifications, the meteorological department of the nation observes the four seasons as defined by the international community: winter (December to February), summer (March to May), monsoon (June to September), and a post-monsoon period (October and November).
• Midway through India is where the Tropic of Cancer is located.

The correct answer is Self-Sufficient.

Key Points

• Green revolution refers to a series of agricultural practices and technologies introduced in India in the 1960s and 1970s to increase agricultural productivity and combat food shortages.
• One of the major objectives of the green revolution was to make India self-sufficient in food production.
• The country had been heavily dependent on food imports before the green revolution.
• The green revolution brought about significant improvements in crop yields, especially for wheat and rice, which are staple food crops in India.
• This helped to increase food production and reduce the country's dependence on food imports.
• The green revolution also led to the adoption of new technologies like high-yielding varieties of seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides, which further boosted agricultural productivity.
• Today, India is one of the largest food producers in the world, and the green revolution is widely credited with transforming the country from a food-deficit nation to a food-surplus nation.

Additional Information

• The country's major agricultural exports include rice, wheat, spices, tea, and cotton.
• India is the largest exporter of rice in the world, accounting for around 30% of global rice exports.
• It is also a major exporter of wheat, with exports accounting for around 10% of global wheat trade.
• The green revolution helped to reduce the country's dependence on food imports, and today India is largely self-sufficient in food production.
• While India is a major producer of cash crops like cotton, sugarcane, and tobacco, these crops are not the main focus of the green revolution.
• The green revolution primarily aimed to increase the productivity of staple food crops like wheat and rice, which are crucial for food security in India.

The correct answer is Pradeep Singh Kharola.

Key Points

• Pradeep Singh Kharola has been appointed as the Chairman and Managing Director of the India Trade Promotion Organization in October 2022.
• India Trade Promotion Organization (ITPO) is a government agency established in 1977 under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
• Its main objective is to promote India's trade and investment relations with other countries.
• The organization is responsible for organizing trade fairs, exhibitions, and other promotional events both in India and abroad to showcase India's products and services.
• The ITPO operates from its headquarters in New Delhi and has regional offices in Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, and Bengaluru.

Additional Information

• With effect from November 1, 2023, Vibhu Nayar has been appointed OSD in the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, with the rank of Secretary.
• Rahul Narwekar is a politician from India who is affiliated with the BJP.
• He now serves as the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly's speaker.
• The incoming Indian ambassador to the Republic of Lebanon is Mohd. Noor Rahman Sheikh, who serves as Joint Secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs.

Shortcut Trick

For the same remainder, find the HCF of the differences between the numbers.

Differences: (93 − 57) = 36 and (191 − 93) = 98.

HCF of 36 and 98:

36 = 2² × 3²

98 = 2 × 7²

Common factor is 2.

∴ The correct answer is 2.

Alternate Method

Given: Numbers are 57, 93, and 191.

Formula Used: Greatest number leaving same remainder = HCF(|a−b|, |b−c|, |c−a|)

Calculations:

⇒ Difference 1 = 93 − 57 = 36

⇒ Difference 2 = 191 − 93 = 98

⇒ Difference 3 = 191 − 57 = 134

⇒ Required Number = HCF(36, 98, 134)

⇒ Factors of 36 = 2 × 2 × 3 × 3

⇒ Factors of 98 = 2 × 7 × 7

⇒ Factors of 134 = 2 × 67

⇒ Common Factor = 2

∴ The correct answer is 2.

Additional Information

HCF with Same Remainder

When the remainder is not given but is the same, the divisor is the HCF of the differences between the given numbers.

HCF with Different Remainders

To find the greatest number that divides x, y, z leaving remainders a, b, c, find HCF of (x−a), (y−b), and (z−c).

LCM with Same Remainder

The smallest number which when divided by x, y, z leaves remainder r in each case is [LCM(x, y, z) + r].

Given

Radius of Hemisphere = Radius of Cone = Height of Cone

Formula Used:

1. Curved Surface Area of Hemisphere = 2πr² 

2. Curved Surface Area of Cone = πrl

Where l = Slant Height

Calculation:

For cone,

Slant height = l = $√{r^2+h^2}$

⇒ l = $√{r^2+r^2}$ = (√2)r ----[Radius of Cone = Height of Cone]

Curved Surface Area of Cone = πr[(√2)r]

Curved Surface Area of Hemisphere = 2πr2

CSA of Hemisphere : CSA of Cone = 2πr2 : πr[(√2)r]

⇒ CSA of Hemisphere : CSA of Cone = √2 : 1

∴ The ratio of the curved surface area of the hemisphere to the curved surface area of the cone is √2 ∶ 1.

Given

Selling price = ₹943

Discounts = 8%, 18%

Concept:

The effective selling price after consecutive discounts of x% and y% on the marked price is (100 - x)(100 - y)% of the marked price.

Calculation:

Let the marked price be 'M'

⇒ 0.82 × 0.92 × M = 943

⇒ M = 943/(0.82 × 0.92)

Therefore, the marked price of the watch is ₹1,250.

Given

Cost Price for 1200 items = ₹1,800

Selling Price for 1000 items = ₹1,600

Concept:

The percentage profit/loss is ((Selling Price - Cost Price)/Cost Price) × 100%.

Calculation:

Cost Price for 1 item = 1800/1200 = ₹1.5

Selling Price for 1 item = 1600/1000 = ₹1.6

Profit percentage = ((1.6 - 1.5)/1.5) × 100% = 20/3%

Therefore, the gain percentage is 20/3%.

Given 

Profit = 25%

False weight = 5% less

Concept:

If a dealer uses less weight than actual, the effective profit is (100 + profit%)/(100 - false weight%) × 100

Calculation:

Effective profit = (125/95) × 100 = $31\frac{11}{19} \%$

Therefore, the dealer's effective gain percentage is $31\frac{11}{19} \%$

Shortcut Trick

Rate = 7.5% = 3/40 → Fractional value = 43/40.

For 2 years, Principal units = (40 × 43) + 40² = 1720 + 1600 = 3320 units.

Instalment units = 43² = 1849 units.

Given 3320 units = ₹9,960 ⇒ 1 unit = ₹3.

Each instalment = 1849 × 3 = ₹5,547.

∴ The correct answer is ₹5,547.

Alternate Method

Given:

Borrowed Sum (P) = ₹9,960

Rate of Interest (R) = 7.5% per annum

Number of instalments (n) = 2

Formula Used:

For Compound Interest instalments, P = x / (1 + R/100) + x / (1 + R/100)², where x is the value of each instalment.

Calculations:

⇒ 1 + R/100 = 1 + 7.5/100 = 1 + 3/40 = 43/40

⇒ 9960 = x / (43/40) + x / (43/40)²

⇒ 9960 = x × (40/43) + x × (1600/1849)

⇒ 9960 = x [ (40 × 43 + 1600) / 1849 ]

⇒ 9960 = x [ (1720 + 1600) / 1849 ]

⇒ 9960 = x [ 3320 / 1849 ]

⇒ x = (9960 × 1849) / 3320

⇒ x = 3 × 1849

⇒ x = ₹5,547

∴ The correct answer is ₹5,547.

Additional Information

CI Instalment Formula

For 'n' equal annual instalments at rate R% compound interest: P = x [ 1/(1+r) + 1/(1+r)² + ... + 1/(1+r)ⁿ ], where r = R/100.

SI Instalment Formula

For Simple Interest instalments: Amount = n × x + [ x × R × n(n−1) ] / 200, where x is the annual instalment.

Effective Rate of Interest

If interest is compounded half-yearly, the effective annual rate is [ (1 + R/200)² − 1 ] × 100%.

Given

Numbers: 0.002, 0.04, 0.0006

Concept:

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

Calculation:

Fourth proportional = (0.04 × 0.0006)/0.002

Therefore, the fourth proportional of the numbers 0.002, 0.04 and 0.0006 is 1.2 × 10^-2.

Given

P, Q, R can complete the work in 38 days.

Q and R can complete the work in 76 days.

Concept:

If A and B together can complete a job in 'd' days and B alone can complete the same job in 'f' days, then A alone can complete the job in (d × f) / (f - d) days.

Calculation:

Time taken by P alone to complete the work = (38 × 76)/(76 - 38)

Hence, P alone can complete the work in 76 days.

Shortcut Trick

Total Distance = 5.4 km + 25.75 km = 31.15 km

Total Time = 0.5 hr + 1.5 hr = 2 hr

Average Speed = Total Distance ÷ Total Time = 31.15 ÷ 2 = 15.575 km/h

∴ The correct answer is 15.575 km/h.

Alternate Method

Given:

Distance 1 (Home to Post Office) = 5 km 400 m = 5.4 km

Time 1 = 30 minutes = 0.5 hours

Distance 2 (Post Office to Office) = 25 km 750 m = 25.75 km

Time 2 = 90 minutes = 1.5 hours

Formula Used:

Average Speed = Total Distance ÷ Total Time

Calculations:

⇒ Total Distance = 5.4 + 25.75 = 31.15 km

⇒ Total Time = 0.5 + 1.5 = 2 hours

⇒ Average Speed = 31.15 ÷ 2

⇒ Average Speed = 15.575 km/h

∴ The correct answer is 15.575 km/h.

Additional Information

Average Speed (Equal Distances)

If a person covers two equal distances at speeds u and v, the average speed is given by 2uv ÷ (u + v).

Unit Conversion

To convert speed from km/h to m/s, multiply by 5/18. To convert m/s to km/h, multiply by 18/5.

Relative Speed

For two objects moving in the same direction, relative speed = S₁ − S₂. In opposite directions, relative speed = S₁ + S₂.

Shortcut Trick

Given Average of p, q, r = A → Sum (p + q + r) = 3A.

Using Identity: (p + q + r)² = p² + q² + r² + 2(pq + qr + rp).

Since pq + qr + rp = 0, then p² + q² + r² = (p + q + r)² = (3A)² = 9A².

The required value is (p² + q² + r²) / 27 = 9A² / 27 = A²/3.

∴ The correct answer is A²/3.

Alternate Method

Given:

Average = (p + q + r) / 3 = A

Product sum = pq + qr + rp = 0

Formula Used:

(p + q + r)² = p² + q² + r² + 2(pq + qr + rp)

Calculations:

⇒ p + q + r = 3A

⇒ Squaring both sides: (p + q + r)² = (3A)²

⇒ p² + q² + r² + 2(pq + qr + rp) = 9A²

⇒ p² + q² + r² + 2(0) = 9A²

⇒ p² + q² + r² = 9A²

⇒ Required expression = (p² + q² + r²) / 27

⇒ Required expression = 9A² / 27 = A²/3

∴ The correct answer is A²/3.

Additional Information

Algebraic Identity for Three Variables

The expansion of (a + b + c)² is a² + b² + c² + 2(ab + bc + ca). This connects the sum, sum of squares, and sum of products.

Relationship between Average and Sum

For n numbers, Sum = Average × n. For three variables p, q, r, the sum is 3 × A.

Condition for Sum of Squares

If ab + bc + ca = 0, then a² + b² + c² = (a + b + c)². Conversely, if a + b + c = 0, then a² + b² + c² = −2(ab + bc + ca).

Given

'x' is divisible by 2 and 3

Calculation:

If x is divisible by 3, 2 then LCM is 6.

The expression is 2x³ + 3x² = 2 × 216 + 3 × 36 = 412 + 108 = 540

As 540 is divisible by 108, 2x3 + 3x2 is divisible by 108.

Therefore, 2x³ + 3x² is divisible by 108.

Given

Initial discount = 15%

Successive discount = 15%

Concept:

The net discount percentage on successive discounts of x% and y% is given by x + y - xy/100%.

Calculation:

Net discount = 15 + 15 - (15 × 15)/100 = 27.75%

Therefore, the effective discount on the toy is 27.75%.

Given

Invalid votes = 25% of total votes

Winner's votes = 2/3 of total valid votes

Concept:

The number of valid votes is (1 - invalid votes %) of total votes.

Calculation:

Let the total votes are 100x.

25% invalid, so remaining are 75x

According to question

 75x × 2/3 = 7500

x = 150

Total invalid votes = 25 × 150 = 3750

The difference in votes of the winner and invalid votes is = 7500 - 3750 = 3750.

Therefore, the difference in votes of the winner and invalid votes is 3750.

Given

Perimeter of square = Perimeter of equilateral triangle

Diagonal of square = 12√2 cm

Concept:

The side of a square given its diagonal is d/√2 and the area of an equilateral triangle given its side is (s²√3)/4.

Calculation:

Side of square = 12√2/√2 = 12 cm

Perimeter of triangle = Perimeter of square

3a = 12 × 4

a = 16

Area of equilateral triangle = (16²√3)/4

Therefore, the area of the triangle is 64√3 cm².

Given

Final amount = $\frac{625}{256}$ times the initial amount

Time = 4 years

Concept:

The rate of compound interest is found from the formula A = P(1 + r/n)^(nt), where A is the final amount, P is the initial amount, r is the annual interest rate, n is the number of times the interest is compounded per year, and t is the time in years.

Calculation:

$\frac{625}{256}$ = (1 + r)⁴

Take the fourth root of both sides to solve for r

Therefore, the rate of compound interest is 0.25 or 25% per annum.

Given

Original length of the board = 100 cm

Trimmed length of the board = 86 cm

Concept:

The percentage removed is calculated as ((Original length - Trimmed length)/Original length) × 100%.

Calculation:

Percentage removed = ((100 - 86)/100) × 100%

Therefore, 14% of the board has been removed.

Given

Numbers: 517, 139, 195, 176, 192

Concept:

The average of a set of numbers is the sum of the numbers divided by the count of numbers.

Calculation:

Average = (517 + 139 + 195 + 176 + 192)/5

Therefore, the average of the numbers 517, 139, 195, 176 and 192 is 243.8.

Given

Rohan can complete a piece of work in 10 days.

Sohan can complete the same work in 12 days.

Calculation:

LCM of 10 and 12 is 60.

Efficiency of Rohan = 60/10 = 6

Efficiency of sohan = 60/12 = 5

so, 2 days work will be 11 units.

10 days work will be 55 units.

Now, Sohan will work on 11^th day. so 10 + 1 = 11 days

Hence, the work will be completed in 11 days.

Given

A's speed = 11/9 times B's speed

B beats A by 1/3 of the length of the race

Calculation:

The ratio of speed of A and B is 11 : 9

Let the total race be 90 units.

Let the head start given by B to A is x.

Total distance covered by A = 60 units which is 1/3 less of total distance.

Total distance covered by B = 90 - x

According to the question:

⇒ 60/11 =  (90 - x)/9

⇒ 11x = 450

⇒ x = 450/11

The part is  = 450/(11 × 90) = 5/11

Therefore, the part of the length of the race that has been given as a head start to B over A is 5/11.

Given

Price ratio of jacket to handbag = 3 ∶ 2

Jacket costs ₹600 more than the handbag

Concept:

If the price ratio of two items is 'a ∶ b' and the difference in their costs is 'd', then the cost of the cheaper item is 'd × b/(a - b)'.

Calculation:

Cost of handbag = 600 × 2/(3 - 2)

Therefore, the price of the handbag is ₹1,200.

The incorrectly spelt word is: Subservent

Key Points

• The correct spelling of the word is "Subservient," not "Subservent."
• The incorrect spelling "Subservent" contains a mistake in the placement of the letter "i."
• The correct form, "Subservient," includes the letter "i" after the "b" and before the "e."
• "Subservient" is an adjective that describes someone or something that is willingly obedient, submissive, or serving in a subordinate role. (कोई व्यक्ति या वस्तु जो स्वेच्छा से आज्ञाकारी, विनम्र या अधीनस्थ भूमिका में सेवा कर रहा हो)
• Example: The assistant was always subservient to his boss's requests, never questioning orders.

Thus, option 4 is the correct answer.

Additional Information

• Subvert: To undermine or overthrow, often in a secretive or subversive manner. (कमजोर करना या उखाड़ फेंकना, अक्सर गुप्त या विध्वंसक तरीके से)
• Rebuke: To express strong disapproval or criticism. (तीव्र अस्वीकृति या आलोचना व्यक्त करना)
• Reckon: To consider or think about something; to estimate or judge. (किसी बात पर विचार या विचार करना; अनुमान लगाना या निर्णय करना)

The correct answer is 'Option 4' i.e. 'refuse'.

Key Points

• The English meaning of 'agree' is 'consent to do or allow something to happen'.(सहमत होना)
• Example:- 'They all agreed to meet at the park'.
• The correct antonym of 'agree' in the options given is 'refuse'.
• The English meaning of 'refuse' is 'express unwillingness to do or accept something'.(इनकार करना)
• Example:- 'She refused to sign the document'.

Therefore, the correct answer is-  'refuse'.

Additional Information

• Option 1 'Grant' English meaning is 'agree to give or allow (something requested) to', (अनुदान)
• Option 2 'Admit' English meaning is 'confess to be true or to be the case',(स्वीकार करना)
• Option 3 'Allow' English meaning is 'give (someone) permission to do something', (अनुमति देना)

The correct answer is 'Option 3' i.e. 'Sparse'.

Key Points

• The English meaning of 'Dense' is 'closely compacted in substance'.(घना)
• **Example:- '**The forest was dense with tall trees'.
• The correct antonym of 'Dense' in the options given is 'Sparse'.
• The English meaning of 'Sparse' is 'thinly dispersed or scattered'.(विरला)
• Example:- 'The trees in the desert were sparse'.

Therefore, the correct answer is- 'Option 3' i.e. 'Sparse'.

Additional Information

• Option 1 'Compact' English meaning is 'closely and neatly packed together; dense', (संक्षिप्त)
• Option 2 'Secret' English meaning is 'not known or seen or not meant to be known or seen by others',(रहस्य)
• Option 4 'Generic' English meaning is 'characteristic of or relating to a class or group of things; not specific',(जातीय)

The correct answer is: Incompetent

Key Points

• The error lies in the incorrect placement of the letter "k" in the word.
• The correct spelling, "Incompetent," has the letter "c" after the "n," not the letter "k."
• "Incompetent" is an adjective used to describe someone who lacks the necessary skills, abilities, or qualifications to perform a task or job.
• Corrected Sentence: Incompetent employees of our company need to be sacked.
• In this sentence, the corrected spelling "Incompetent" conveys that employees lacking the required skills or abilities should be dismissed.

Thus, option 2 is the correct answer.

The correct answer is: 'destroyed the sweetness of the song.'

Key Points

• The error lies in the use of preposition after 'sweetness'.
• The use of "on" suggests a physical location or surface, and in this context, it doesn't effectively capture the idea that the sweetness was adversely affected by the singer's choice.
• Thus, the correct preposition should be 'of'.
• Corrected Sentence: Not only composition, but also the wrong choice of Sridhar as the singer destroyed the sweetness of the song.
• In this case, "of" is used to indicate possession or association.
• So, "of" is more appropriate here because it correctly signifies the relationship between the destruction and the quality possessed by the song (sweetness).

Therefore, the correct answer is option 1.

Additional Information

• Use "by" when indicating a location next to something or to indicate the agent or doer of an action.
• Use "in" when describing something located within a space or to indicate a period of time.
• Use "around" to describe the surrounding area of a place or to indicate an approximate time.

The correct answer is 'Option 4' i.e. 'Stench'.

Key Points

• The English meaning of 'Perfume' is 'a fragrant liquid typically made from essential oils extracted from flowers and spices, used to impart a pleasant smell to one's body or clothes'. (इत्र)
• Example- 'She put on her favorite perfume before she left the house'.
• The correct antonym of 'Perfume' in the options given is 'Stench'.
• The English meaning of 'Stench' is 'a strong and very unpleasant smell'.(दुर्गंध)
• Example:- 'The stench of rotting food was unbearable'.

Therefore, the correct answer is- 'Option 4' i.e. 'Stench'.

Additional Information

• Option 1 'Extraordinary' English meaning is 'very unusual or remarkable'(असाधारण)
• Option 2 'Redolence' English meaning is 'smelling sweet and pleasant',(सुगंधित)
• Option 3 'Fragrance' English meaning is 'a sweet or pleasant smell',(महक)

The correct answer is 'Narrow'.

 Key Points

• The given word is "parochial," meaning having a limited or narrow view or scope, often related to local concerns or interests (संकीर्ण).
• The correct word with similar meaning is "Narrow," which also denotes something restricted in extent, amount, or scope (संकीर्ण).
• Hence, the correct answer is 'Narrow'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 2.

 Additional Information

• Option 1: "Patriarchal" refers to a system or society controlled or governed by men (पितृसत्तात्मक).
• Option 3: "Harmonious" means forming a pleasing or consistent whole (सामंजस्यपूर्ण).
• Option 4: "Laughing" describes expressing amusement or joy through laughter (हंसते हुए).

The correct answer is "Abundant."

Key Points

• The word "Ample" generally refers to a large amount of something that is more than enough.
• "Abundant" is the most fitting synonym for "ample," as it also refers to a large quantity of something, or more specifically, an abundance.

Therefore, the correct answer is "Option 2".

Additional Information

• "Enthusiastic" - This does not fit because it refers to showing intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval, which has nothing to do with quantity.
• "Affectionate" - This describes a feeling of fondness or liking, not a quantity, making it an inappropriate synonym.
• "Insufficient" - This is, in fact, an antonym to "ample," not a synonym. It denotes a lack of something.

The correct answer is "Failure".

Key Points

• The term "Prosperity" refers to a state of being successful, especially in relation to wealth, affluence, or flourishing conditions.
• So, for its antonym, we need to find a word that indicates the opposite meaning.
• "Failure" refers to lack of success or the state of not achieving the intended goal.
• This could refer to many areas, including the areas that prosperity covers (such as wealth and plenty).
• Therefore, it can be taken as the antonym of prosperity as it denotes lack or absence of success.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

Additional Information

• "Money" - This refers to a type of currency or financial resource.
• It doesn't convey the opposite of prosperity but is rather a part of prosperity.
• "Gradual" - This term describes a process that happens slowly; in small stages, or degrees.
• It doesn't represent the opposite of prosperity.
• "Wealth" - This term is synonymous with prosperity, as they both represent having a large amount of valuable material possessions or resources.

The correct answer is 'To face many challenges'.

 Key Points

• The idiom "to go through fire and water" means to endure or confront numerous difficulties or risks in order to achieve something, in essence, to bravely face many challenges (आग और पानी से गुजरना).
• The phrase symbolizes the undergoing of risks or dangers, much like one would experience when passing through fire or water.
• Hence, the most fitting meaning of this idiom is 'To face many challenges'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 3.

 Additional Information

• Option 1: "To punish" means to inflict a penalty or sanction on someone as retribution for an offence (सजा देना).
• Option 2: "To tolerate" means to allow the existence, occurrence, or practice of something that one dislikes or disagrees with without interference (सहना).
• Option 4: "To do something easy" is a phrase that means to engage in an activity or task that does not pose much difficulty or challenge

The correct answer is "Have the same bad treatment that you have given to others."

Key Points 

• The idiom 'Taste of your own medicine' implies that one gets treated the same way they have treated others, particularly in a negative way.
• "Have the same bad treatment that you have given to others" - This phrase succinctly captures the essence of the idiom 'Taste of your own medicine.'
• It refers to experiencing the unpleasant consequences or outcomes that one has previously inflicted on others.
• Thus, it is the most accurate interpretation for the idiom 'Taste of your own medicine.'

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1."

The correct answer is: No error

Key Points

• The subject of the sentence is "Mrs. Meera and family." The use of "and family" is a collective reference to Mrs. Meera's entire family.
• The verb "received" is appropriately used to agree with the plural subject.
• The pronoun "his" is used to refer to a male person, and it is assumed to be clear in the context whose letter is being referred to.
• The time expression "a week ago" is appropriately used to indicate when the action (receiving the letter) took place.
• Therefore, the sentence is both grammatically and conceptually correct.

Thus, option 2 is the correct answer.

The correct answer is: No substitution required

Key Points

• "Penned" is a synonym for "wrote." It is commonly used to refer to the act of writing or composing a book, document, or piece of literature.
• In this context, it means "Who wrote this book on the history of India’s partition?"
• "Pen" as a verb is often associated with the act of writing, especially in the context of creating a literary work.
• The use of "penned" is appropriate when asking about the authorship of a book.
• In this case, "penned" is already a suitable and correct term for inquiring about the authorship of the book.
• Therefore, no substitution is required.

Hence, option 4 is the correct answer.

The correct answer is "Grave."

Key Points

• The underlined word in the sentence is "tomb," which refers to a large stone structure or underground room where someone, especially an important person, is buried.
• "Grave" is used to refer to a place where a dead body is buried, typically a hole dug in the ground and marked by a stone or monument.
• This is a synonym for a tomb as they both involve burial of the deceased.

Therefore, the correct answer is "Option 1."

Additional Information

• "Mortuary" - This term refers to a place where dead bodies are kept until they are buried or cremated, often for identification, post-mortem examination, or for preparation for the funeral.
• This doesn’t fit as it is typically a temporary place for the deceased before the actual burial or cremation.
• "Funeral" - This term refers to a ceremony held in connection with the burial or cremation of the dead, not the physical resting place of the deceased.
• "Ritual" - This term refers to a religious or solemn ceremony that involves a series of actions performed according to a prescribed order, not to a place of burial.

The correct answer is "come round".

Key Points

• The sentence relates to a medical context where the Board of Doctors is discussing a patient's recovery timeline.
• We need a phrase to fill in the blank that aligns with this context.
• Examining the options:
• "come round" is an idiomatic phrase that means to regain consciousness or to recover, fitting well in a health-related context.
• "look round" implies looking in different directions to observe the surroundings and does not fit into this context.
• "come across" means to find or meet unexpectedly, which is not applicable in this situation.
• "walk through" means to guide someone or explain something step-by-step or when applied literally, to walk for a certain distance.
• So, given the context of the sentence, the phrase "come round" is the most suitable one as it denotes the patient's recovery or regaining of health.
• The phrase aligns perfectly well with the sentence: "The Board of Doctors declared that the patient might take time to come round."
• Therefore, the correct answer is: "come round"

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

The correct answer is: Growth

Key Points

• The word "growth" is fitting in the context of renewable energy deployment in India for several reasons.
• The term "growth" refers to the process of developing physically, mentally, emotionally, or economically. It involves an increase in size, quantity, or complexity. (शारीरिक, मानसिक, भावनात्मक या आर्थिक रूप से विकसित होने की प्रक्रिया। इसमें आकार, मात्रा या जटिलता में वृद्धि शामिल है)
• Example: Despite facing challenges, the company experienced significant growth in its market share over the past year.

Thus, option 1 is the correct answer.

Additional Information

• Inflation: The rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services is rising, leading to a decrease in the purchasing power of a currency. (वह दर जिस पर वस्तुओं और सेवाओं की कीमतों का सामान्य स्तर बढ़ रहा है, जिससे मुद्रा की क्रय शक्ति में कमी आ रही है)
• Recession: A significant decline in economic activity, typically lasting for a prolonged period, characterized by a decrease in GDP, employment, and trade. (आर्थिक गतिविधियों में उल्लेखनीय गिरावट, जो आमतौर पर लंबी अवधि तक रहती है, जीडीपी, रोजगार और व्यापार में कमी की विशेषता है)
• Surplus: An excess of something, such as resources, income, or goods, beyond what is needed or used. (किसी चीज़ की अधिकता, जैसे कि संसाधन, आय, या सामान, आवश्यकता या उपयोग से परे)

The correct answer is: Reduce

Key Points

• Reduce means to make something smaller or lessen in quantity, extent, or degree. (किसी चीज़ को मात्रा, विस्तार या डिग्री में छोटा या कम करना)
• Example: The company implemented measures to reduce energy consumption and minimize its environmental impact.
• In the given context, "reduce" means to lessen or mitigate the impact of climate change.
• "Reduce" implies a proactive effort to decrease the release of pollutants that contribute to global warming.

Thus, option 3 is the correct answer.

Additional Information

• Exclude: To leave out or not include someone or something. (किसी व्यक्ति या वस्तु को छोड़ना या शामिल न करना)
• Exaggerate: To represent something as being larger, more important, or worse than it actually is. (किसी चीज़ को वास्तव में उससे बड़ा, अधिक महत्वपूर्ण या बदतर के रूप में प्रस्तुत करना)
• Increase: To make something larger in quantity, extent, or degree. (किसी चीज़ को मात्रा, विस्तार या डिग्री में बड़ा बनाना)

The correct answer is: Access

Key Points

• Access means the ability or right to approach, use, or obtain something. (किसी चीज़ तक पहुँचने, उपयोग करने या प्राप्त करने की क्षमता या अधिकार)
• Example: With the new digital platform, students have easy access to a vast array of educational resources.
• The use of the word "access" implies not only the availability of sustainable energy but also the affordability and reliability of that energy.
• So, "access" is the appropriate word to convey the idea that sustainable development is achievable by ensuring that residents have the opportunity to use affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy sources.

Thus, option 4 is the correct answer.

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• Excess: An amount or quantity beyond what is necessary, usual, or specified. (आवश्यक, सामान्य या निर्दिष्ट से अधिक मात्रा या मात्रा)
• Power: The ability or capacity to do something or act in a particular way; control or influence over others. (कुछ करने या किसी विशेष तरीके से कार्य करने की योग्यता या क्षमता; दूसरों पर नियंत्रण या प्रभाव डालना)
• Authority: The right or power to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience; the right to control or command. (आदेश देने, निर्णय लेने और आज्ञाकारिता लागू करने का अधिकार या शक्ति; नियंत्रण या आदेश देने का अधिकार)

The correct answer is: Forefront

Key Points

• Forefront means the leading or most important position or part. (अग्रणी या सबसे महत्वपूर्ण पद या भाग)
• Example: The new technology brought the company to the forefront of the industry, leading to increased recognition and success.
• In this context, "forefront" signifies that India is at the forefront of the world's most promising renewable energy sectors.
• So, "forefront" is the appropriate word to convey that India is at the leading edge, occupying a prominent position in the world's most promising renewable energy sectors due to strong government support and a favourable economic environment.

Thus, option 2 is the correct answer.

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• Background: The part of a scene or picture that is farthest from the viewer; the context or setting of an event. (किसी दृश्य या चित्र का वह भाग जो दर्शक से सबसे दूर हो; किसी घटना का संदर्भ या सेटिंग)
• Forward: In the direction one is facing or moving; toward the front; promoting progress. (जिस दिशा में कोई मुख कर रहा है या आगे बढ़ रहा है; सामने की ओर; प्रगति को बढ़ावा देना)
• Rear: The back part or section; to bring up or nurture. (पिछला भाग या भाग; पालन-पोषण या पालन-पोषण करना)

The correct answer is: Attract

Key Points

• Attract means to draw or pull something or someone toward oneself; to evoke interest or admiration. (किसी वस्तु या व्यक्ति को अपनी ओर खींचना या खींचना; रुचि या प्रशंसा जगाने के लिए)
• Example: The colourful display of flowers in the garden attracts butterflies and visitors alike.
• In this sentence, "attract" is used to convey the idea that the government is taking steps to draw in and encourage international investment in the renewable energy sector.
• So, "attract" is the appropriate word to describe the government's efforts to pull in international investment and foster growth in the renewable energy sector through regulations, initiatives, and a welcoming atmosphere.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 1.

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• Conceive: To form or develop an idea, plan, or concept in the mind. (मन में कोई विचार, योजना या अवधारणा बनाना या विकसित करना)
• Examine: To inspect or scrutinize closely to understand, assess, or evaluate. (समझने, आँकने या मूल्यांकन करने के लिए बारीकी से निरीक्षण या जाँच करना)
• Borrow: To take and use something with the intention of returning it or repaying it. (किसी चीज़ को वापस करने या चुकाने के इरादे से लेना और उपयोग करना)

आज राकेश ने अपनी दुकान का श्री गणेश किया। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है। 

Key Points

• वाक्य- आज राकेश ने अपनी दुकान का श्री गणेश किया।
• रिक्त स्थान की पूर्ति के लिए 'गणेश' शब्द का प्रयोग किया जाएगा।
• 'श्री गणेश' का अर्थ- शुभारंभ करना, किसी कार्य को प्रारम्भ करना।
• अन्य विकल्पों में दिए गए शब्दों का प्रयोग करने से वाक्य का सार्थक अर्थ प्रकट नहीं हो रहा है।

Additional Information 

‘जो किए जाने योग्य हो' इस वाक्यांश के लिए सार्थक शब्द है - करणीय​ अन्य विकल्प असंगत है। 

Key Points 

• जो किए जाने योग्य हो - करणीय

अन्य विकल्प-

Additional Information कुछ महत्वपूर्ण वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द:-

''बेला'' अनेकार्थी शब्द है। अन्‍य व‍िकल्‍प असंगत हैं। 

Key Points 

• बेला के अनेकार्थी शब्‍द- एक फूल, वक्ता, समय, बरतन आद‍ि।
• चमेली, गुलाब और रातरानी अनेकार्थी शब्द नहीं है।

अन्‍य व‍िकल्‍प- 

Additional Informationकुछ अन्‍य अनेकार्थी शब्‍द- 

• अदृष्ट  – जो देखा न जाए, भाग्य, गुप्त, रहस्य।
• अक्षर – अविनाशी, वर्ण, ईश्वर, आत्मा, आकाश, धर्म, तप।
• अब्धि – सागर, समुद्र।
• अंतर – हृदय, भेद, फर्क, व्यवधान, अवधि, अवसर।
• अमर – ईश्वर, देवता, शाश्वत, आकाश और धरती के मध्य में।
• अधर – होंठ, नीचे, पराजित।

'दुराचार से व्यक्ति का सदाचार नष्ट हो जाता है।' वाक्य में रेखांकित शब्द के विलोम शब्द का प्रयोग करके रिक्त स्थान को पूरा किया जा सकता है।  अन्य सभी विकल्प असंगत है। 

Key Points 

• वाक्य- दुराचार से व्यक्ति का सदाचार नष्ट हो जाता है।
• वाक्य में रेखांकित शब्द 'दुराचार' का विलोम शब्द 'सदाचार' होगा।
• 'दुराचार' का अर्थ- अनुचित एवं निंदनीय व्यवहार, आचरण।
• 'सदाचार' का अर्थ- अच्छा आचरण या व्यवहार।

अन्य विकल्प:-

Additional Information कुछ महत्वपूर्ण विलोम शब्द:-

'जो व्यक्ति अच्छे आचरण वाला हो' वाक्यांश के लिए एक सार्थक शब्द है- सदाचारी अन्य विकल्प असंगत है। 

Key Points 

• जो व्यक्ति अच्छे आचरण वाला हो - सदाचारी

अन्य विकल्प-

Additional Informationकुछ महत्वपूर्ण वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द:-