SSC GD Constable (2022) Official Paper (Held On : 08 Feb 2023 Shift 2) (Previous Year Paper)

The logic followed here is:

Logic: Consonants are getting + 2, Vowels are getting - 1.

For, 'BEAUTY’ is written as ‘DDZTVA',

For, 'GLORIA’ is written as ‘INNTHZ',

Similarly, for 'CLEAVE'

So, 'CLEAVE' is coded as 'ENDZXD'.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

The logic followed here is:

Logic: The second word is the place where the first word belongs.

Here,

Student : Class → A student is a part of a class.

Similarly,

Country : Continent → A country is a part of a Continent.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

The logic followed here is:

Logic: One dots are reduced from the alternate image.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

The logic followed here is:

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

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

The logic followed here is:

So, '90' will replace the question mark in the given series.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

Given equation: 63 ÷ 84 + 7 - 6 × 48.

Decoding the given information :

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

Option 1) 32 ÷ 8 × 4 + 64 - 16 = 48 

After interchanging the symbols, we get;

⇒ 32 - 8 + 4 × 64 ÷ 16 = 48

⇒ 32 - 8 + 4 × 4 = 48

⇒ 32 - 8 + 16 = 48

⇒ 48 - 8 = 48

⇒ 40 ≠ 48

⇒ LHS ≠ RHS

Option 2) 24 × 4 + 4 ÷ 64 - 16 = 60

After interchanging the symbols, we get;

⇒ 24 + 4 × 4 - 64 ÷ 16 = 60

⇒ 24 + 4 × 4 - 4 = 60

⇒ 24 + 16 - 4 = 60

⇒ 40 - 4 = 60

⇒ 36 ≠ 60

⇒ LHS ≠ RHS

Option 3) 32 - 4 ÷ 8 × 64 ÷ 16 = 36 

After interchanging the symbols, we get;

⇒ 32 ÷ 4 - 8 + 64 - 16 = 36

⇒ 8 - 8 + 64 - 16 = 36

⇒ 72 - 8 - 16 = 36

⇒ 48 ≠ 36

⇒ LHS ≠ RHS

Option 4) 48 - 8 + 4 × 64 ÷ 16 = 72

After interchanging the symbols, we get;

⇒ 48 ÷ 8 × 4 + 64 - 16 = 72

⇒ 6 × 4 + 64 - 16 = 72

⇒ 24 + 64 - 16 = 72

⇒ 88 - 16 = 72

⇒ 72 = 72

⇒ LHS = RHS

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

Family Chart:

Decoding the Symbols:

 

Given: A + B - C $ D it gives:- B is the Father of A, C is the Mother of B, D is the Husband of C.

Here, D is the 'Father’s father' of A.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

The logic followed here is:

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

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

The correct mirror image of the given figure is:

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

For find the opposite surface of '3', we need to compare the common surface in the given dices,

Now, letter '3' is given in all the Dice, but comparing Dice 1 and Dice 2, 

So, From Dice 1 and Dice 2,

 

→ 3 is the common surface and 1, 6, 4, 5 is the adjacent surface.

So, the remaining '2' will be the opposite face of '3'.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

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

1. No one sits to the left of L.

2. Only three people sit between P and L.

3. M sits fourth to the left of O.

4) O sits third to the right of J.

5) J sits fourth to the left of N.

And, K will sit on the remaining place.

Here, O sits at the second position from the right end of the row.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

Given:

‘he is late' is coded as 'ah hu lu',

'she is expected' is coded as ‘bo hu ma',

'she arrived late' is coded as 'bo ka lu'.

Here, 'arrived' will be coded as 'ka'.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

Given: A, B, C, D, and E are five students sitting around a circular table facing the centre.

1. D sits to the immediate right of A.

2. C is not sitting next to D or A.

3. E is sitting to the immediate right of C.

And, B will sit at the remaining place.

Here, B is sitting to the immediate right of D.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

The logic followed here is:

So, '13' will replace the question mark in the given series.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

The image embedded in given figure is as shown below:

 

Hence, "Option 2" is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Logic: The second word is the type of animal to which the first word belongs.

Here,

Ostrich : Bird → Ostrich is a type of bird.

Similarly,

Frog : Amphibian→ Frog is a type of amphibian.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

Given Statements:

Some chairs are beds.

Some tables are desks.

All beds are tables.

The least possible Venn diagram for the given statement is:

Conclusions:

I. Some chairs are tables - True (Because, Those part of Chairs which is Beds is also Tables).

II. Some desks are beds - False (Because, No definite relation given between Desks and Beds, so it can be possible only).

III. Some desks are chairs - False (Because, No definite relation given between Desks and Chairs, so it can be possible only).

So, Only conclusion I follows.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

The correct dictionary order for the give words are:

1. fragile
2. fragment
3. fragrance
4. frame
5. friction

So, the correct sequence is '1, 4, 5, 2, 3 '.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

Given equation: 6 * 14 * 2 * 1 * 11 * 52.

Let's check each option one by one.

Option 1) ×, ÷, -, +, = 

Given: 6 * 14 * 2 * 1 * 11 * 52

After replacing the * signs we get;

⇒ 6 × 14 ÷ 2 - 1 + 11 = 52

⇒ 6 × 7 - 1 + 11 = 52

⇒ 42 - 1 + 11 = 52 

⇒ 53 - 1 = 52

⇒ 52 = 52

⇒ LHS = RHS

Option 2) ×, ÷, -, ×, =

Given: 6 * 14 * 2 * 1 * 11 * 52

After replacing the * signs we get;

⇒ 6 × 14 ÷ 2 - 1 × 11 = 52

⇒ 6 × 7 - 1 × 11 = 52

⇒ 42 - 11 = 52

⇒ 31 ≠ 52

⇒ LHS ≠ RHS

Option 3) ×, -, ÷, +, =

Given: 6 * 14 * 2 * 1 * 11 * 52

After replacing the * signs we get;

⇒ 6 × 14 - 2 ÷ 1 + 11 = 52

⇒ 6 × 14 - 2 + 11 = 52

⇒ 84 - 2 + 11 = 52

⇒ 95 - 2 = 52

⇒ 93 ≠ 52

⇒ LHS ≠ RHS

Option 4) ×, ÷, -, -, = 

Given: 6 * 14 * 2 * 1 * 11 * 52

After replacing the * signs we get;

⇒ 6 × 14 ÷ 2 - 1 - 11 = 52 

⇒ 6 × 7 - 1 - 11 = 52

⇒ 42 - 1 - 11 = 52

⇒ 30 ≠ 52

⇒ LHS ≠ RHS

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

The logic followed here is:

Logic: **√**1^st number - 3 = 2^nd number.

Now,

For, 64 : 5

⇒ √64 - 3

⇒ 8 - 3 = 5.

For, 49 : 4

⇒ √49 - 3

⇒ 7 - 3 = 4.

Similarly, for  81 : ?

⇒ √81 - 3

⇒ 9 - 3 = 6.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

The correct answer is Norman Borlaug.

Key Points

• Norman Borlaug is known as the father of Green Revolution in the World.
• He was an American agronomist and humanitarian who is credited with saving over a billion people from starvation.
• Borlaug developed high-yielding disease-resistant wheat varieties that helped increase food production in developing countries.
• He received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1970 for his contributions to world peace through increasing food supply.

Additional Information

• R. K. V. Rao was an Indian economist and statistician who made significant contributions to the field of economics.
• The VKRV Rao Prizes in Social Science Research are given in his honor.
• M. S. Swaminathan is an Indian geneticist and agronomist who is known for his role in India's Green Revolution.
• He is referred to as "the Father of Economic Ecology" by the United Nations Environment Programme.

The correct answer is Taiwan.

Key Points

• Taiwan was not a part of the 2019 South Asian Games, which were held in Nepal.
• Bangladesh, Bhutan, and India were all part of the 2019 South Asian Games.
• The South Asian Games is a multi-sport event held every two years among athletes from South Asia.
• The first South Asian Games were held in 1984, and the most recent edition, the 13^th South Asian Games, were held in 2019.

Additional Information

• Bangladesh is a country in South Asia and was one of the participating countries in the 2019 South Asian Games.
• It is known for its rich history and culture, as well as for being the world's eighth-most populous country.
• Bhutan is a small landlocked country in South Asia that was also a part of the 2019 South Asian Games.
• It is known for its stunning natural beauty, including the Himalayan mountains and its commitment to environmental conservation.
• India is the second-most populous country in the world and was also a part of the 2019 South Asian Games.
• It has a rich history and culture, and is known for its diverse cuisine, music, and art.

The correct answer is November.

Key Points

• Chhath Puja is a Hindu festival that is celebrated mainly in the states of Bihar, Jharkhand, and Uttar Pradesh.
• The festival is dedicated to the worship of the Sun God and his consort, Usha.
• Chhath Puja is usually observed in the months of October or November, on the sixth day after Diwali.

Additional Information

• Four days are dedicated to observing the ceremonies of Chhath Puja.
• These consist of taking a holy bath, standing in water, fasting and refraining from drinking, and making arghya and prasada gifts to the rising and setting sun.
• In addition, some devotees march in prostration toward the riverbanks.
• The Chhath festival is regarded by environmentalists as one of the world's greenest religious celebrations.

The correct answer is Jute.

Key Points

• Jute is known as Golden Fiber.
• Jute is a long, soft, shiny vegetable fiber that can be spun into coarse, strong threads.
• It is primarily grown in India, Bangladesh, and China.
• Jute is commonly used for making burlap, sacks, and twine.
• Jute is also eco-friendly as it is a renewable resource and biodegradable.

Additional Information

• Corn is a cereal crop that is primarily used for food and animal feed.
• Cotton is a soft, fluffy fiber that grows in a protective case around the seeds of the cotton plant.
• It is primarily grown in the United States, India, and China.
• Cotton is commonly used for making clothing and textiles.
• Synthetic thread is not a natural fiber like jute, cotton, and corn.
• It is made from chemicals and is commonly used for making clothing, upholstery, and other textiles.

The correct answer is first.

Key Points

• The detritus food chain starts with the dead organic matter, which is then consumed by detritivores such as earthworms, snails, and bacteria.
• The dead organic matter is also known as detritus, and it is the primary source of energy for the detritus food chain.
• Since the dead organic matter is the initial source of energy, it is considered to be at the first trophic level.
• The detritus food chain is important as it helps in the recycling of nutrients in the ecosystem.

Additional Information

• The fourth trophic level refers to the tertiary consumers, which are organisms that feed on the secondary consumers.
• These are usually top predators in the food chain.
• The second trophic level refers to the primary consumers, which are herbivores.
• They feed on producers.
• The third trophic level refers to the secondary consumers, which are carnivores.
• They feed on the primary consumers.

The correct answer is Swarnajayanti Gram Swarozgar Yojana.

Key Points

• Swarnajayanti Gram Swarozgar Yojana was launched in 1999 to provide self-employment opportunities to rural poor and bring assisted families above the poverty line within three years.
• This Yojana is a program that is implemented by commercial banks, cooperative banks, and regional banks and is overseen by the federal government and state governments in a 75:25 ratio.
• As the name implies, the Swarnajayanti Gram Swarozgar Yojana primarily targets low-income households or groups - referred to as "Swarrozgars" in the local vernacular.
• It aims to generate revenue and jobs in order to assist people in rising beyond the poverty line.

Additional Information

• Gramin Udyami Yojana is also known as Rural Entrepreneurship Development Programme.
• It was launched in 1995 to provide self-employment opportunities to rural artisans and unemployed youth.
• Pradhan Mantri Rozgar Yojana was launched in 1993.
• It aimed to provide employment opportunities to the urban and rural unemployed youth.
• Garib Kalyan Rozgar Yojana was launched in 2020.
• It aimed to provide employment opportunities to migrant workers who returned to their home states during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The correct answer is areas with high population pressure.

Key Points

• Gahana Nirvah Krishi refers to intensive agriculture, where farmers use advanced techniques and high-quality inputs to maximize yields from a limited area of land.
• It is common in the densely inhabited monsoon regions of southeast, east, and south Asia.
• In areas with high population pressure, farmers practice intensive agriculture to produce more food from limited land resources to meet the increasing demand for food.

Additional Information

• In areas with low population pressure, farmers have more land available, and they can practice extensive agriculture, which focuses on producing more food by cultivating a larger area of land.
• In areas with average population pressure, farmers practice semi-intensive agriculture, which is a mix of intensive and extensive agriculture techniques.
• In areas with no population pressure, farmers may not practice agriculture at all, or they may practice subsistence agriculture, which is focused on producing enough food for their own consumption.

The correct answer is two-tier.

Key Points

• The Ministry of Civil Aviation proposed a two-tiered governance structure for the National Air Sports Policy (NASP) draft in January 2022.
• The two-tiered governance structure comprises of a National Air Sports Council (NASC) and a National Air Sports Management Committee (NASMC).
• The NASC will be the apex body responsible for policy formulation and overall guidance, whereas the NASMC will be responsible for implementation and monitoring of the policy.
• The NASP aims to promote air sports in India and provide a framework for the development of air sports infrastructure, training, and safety measures.

Additional Information

• The National Air Sports Policy (NASP) is a policy framework proposed by the Ministry of Civil Aviation to promote air sports in India.
• The goal outlined in NASP 2022 is to position India by 2030 as one of the world's leading sports nations.
• The National Air Sports Council (NASC) will have representatives from various ministries, regulatory bodies, and industry stakeholders, while the National Air Sports Management Committee (NASMC) will have representatives from the NASC and other relevant stakeholders.

The correct answer is 30 Minutes.

Key Points

• Half time in a hockey match is a 10-minute break between the two halves of the game.
• Hockey is a sport that is played on a field or an ice rink, and it is a team sport that involves two teams of eleven players each.
• The game is played in two halves of 30 minutes each, with a 10-minute break in between.
• During half time, players can rest, rehydrate, and strategize for the second half of the game.

Additional Information

• All of the men's and women's field hockey events in India are organized, managed, and carried out by Hockey India.
• The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, acknowledges it as the only organization in charge of advancing the sport.
• After the Indian Hockey Federation was disbanded in 2008, it was established.
• On July 24, 2008, Hockey India held a ceremony to unveil their own logo.
• It is similar to the Indian flag's Ashok Chakra.
• It is constructed with hockey sticks.

The correct answer is Pinarayi Vijayan.

Key Points

• As of November 2022, the Chief Minister of Kerala, India is Pinarayi Vijayan.
• Pinarayi Vijayan has been the Chief Minister of Kerala since May 2016, after the Left Democratic Front (LDF) won the state assembly elections.
• Vijayan is a member of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) and has been associated with the party for more than four decades.
• During his tenure as Chief Minister, Vijayan has initiated several welfare schemes and development projects, including the KIIFB (Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board) which has been instrumental in funding several infrastructure projects in the state.
• Vijayan's government has also been praised for its efforts in managing the COVID-19 pandemic in Kerala, with the state recording one of the lowest fatality rates in the country.

Additional Information 

• Anandiben Patel is the Governor of Uttar Pradesh.
• She held the position of Gujarat's first and, to date, only female chief minister.
• Basavaraj Bommai is the Chief Minister of Karnataka.
• He represents Shiggaon in the Karnataka legislature as a member of the Legislative Assembly, a position he has held since 2008.
• Mohan Charan Majhi is the Chief Minister of Odisha.
• ​He​ represents the Keonjhar Assembly constituency in Odisha​.

The correct answer is Arthashastra.

Key Points

• The Arthashastra is a book written by Kautilya and is considered his most famous work.
• It covers a wide range of topics related to governance, including taxation, diplomacy, espionage, and war strategy.
• Kautilya, also known as Chanakya, was an ancient Indian philosopher, economist, and political strategist.
• He is believed to have written the Arthashastra, a treatise on statecraft, economics, and military strategy, around the 3^rd century BCE.

Additional Information

• Suktawali is a collection of hymns from the Rigveda, one of the oldest sacred texts of Hinduism.
• Indica is a work of ancient Greek history written by Megasthenes, a Greek ambassador to the court of the Mauryan Empire in India.
• Mudra Rakshasa is a Sanskrit play written by Vishakhadatta, a playwright who lived in ancient India.

The correct answer is to provide detailed description of incomes and expenditure of Government.

Key Points

• The function of the budget is to:
• Allocate resources: The budget provides a plan for allocating resources to different sectors and programs based on their priorities and needs.
• Control spending: The budget helps in controlling spending by setting limits on the amount of money that can be spent on different programs and activities.
• Monitor performance: The budget provides a framework for monitoring the performance of different programs and activities to ensure that they are meeting their objectives and delivering results.
• Communicate priorities: The budget communicates the government's priorities and policies to the public and other stakeholders, helping to build trust and support for the government's actions.

Additional Information

• A budget is a financial plan that outlines the expected revenues and expenditures for a specific period, usually one year.
• The main purpose of a budget is to allocate resources and control spending to achieve specific goals and objectives.
• A budget may include revenues from taxes, fees, and other sources, as well as expenditures on programs, services, and infrastructure.
• The budget process typically involves setting priorities, negotiating with stakeholders, and making trade-offs between competing demands for resources.
• The budget is an essential tool for governments, businesses, and individuals to manage their finances and achieve their goals.

The correct answer is Mental Healthcare Act, 2017.

Key Points

• The Mental Healthcare Act, 2017 was enacted by the Indian Parliament on April 7, 2017.
• The Act aims to provide mental healthcare and services to people with mental illness and protect their rights.
• It also seeks to promote community-based care and make mental healthcare accessible to all.
• The Act recognizes the right to access mental healthcare and treatment and prohibits discrimination against people with mental illness.
• The Act also establishes a Mental Health Review Commission and a Mental Health Review Board to oversee the implementation of the Act and address any grievances.

Additional Information

• A person in a condition of mental health is able to manage life's stressors, reach their full potential, learn and work effectively, and give back to their community.
• It is a vital aspect of health and wellbeing that supports our capacity as individuals and as a society to make choices, form bonds with one another, and influence the world we live in.
• A fundamental human right is mental health.
• Furthermore, it is essential for socioeconomic, communal, and personal growth.

The correct answer is Lord Wellesley.

Key Points

• The Subsidiary Alliance System was “Non-Intervention Policy”.
• It was introduced by Lord Wellesley who was the Governor-General from 1798 to 1805.
• It was a treaty between the British East India Company and therefor the Indian princely states, by virtue of which the Indian kingdoms lost their sovereignty to the English.
• It was Marquis Dupleix, the French Governor-General who actually used it for the first time.
• The Nawab of Awadh was the primary ruler to enter into the subsidiary alliance with the British after the Battle of Buxar.
• The Nizam of Hyderabad was the first who simply to accept a well-framed subsidiary alliance.

Additional Information

• Lord Minto was the Viceroy of India from 1905 to 1910.

• He introduced the Morley-Minto reforms in 1909, which provided separate electorates for Muslims.

• Lord Hastings was the Governor-General of India from 1813 to 1823.

• He annexed several territories like Punjab, Sindh, and Burma to the British Empire.

• Lord William Bentinck was the Governor-General of India from 1828 to 1835.

• He introduced several reforms like the abolition of Sati and the suppression of Thugs.

The correct answer is Kerala.

Key Points

• Kathakali is a traditional dance-drama form that originated in the state of Kerala in southwestern India.
• It is believed to have developed in the 17^th century, and combines elements of dance, drama, music, and ritual.
• The word "Kathakali" comes from two Malayalam words: "katha" (story) and "kali" (performance).
• The elaborate costumes, makeup, and facial expressions used in Kathakali performances are distinctive and help to convey the emotions and characters of the story being told.
• Kathakali has become popular not just in Kerala but also in other parts of India and around the world, as a unique and captivating form of theatrical art.

Additional Information

• Karnataka is a neighboring state of Kerala, and has its own rich tradition of classical dance forms such as Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi.
• Andhra Pradesh, located further to the east, is known for its own dance forms such as Kuchipudi and Vilasini Natyam.
• Tamil Nadu, located to the east of Kerala, is known for its own classical dance forms such as Bharatanatyam and Mohiniyattam.
• There is a similar dance-drama form called "Therukoothu" that is popular in Tamil Nadu and shares some similarities with Kathakali.

The correct answer is Manipuri.

Key Points

• Manipuri is a classical dance form originating from the Indian state of Manipur.
• It is known for its graceful movements, fluidity, and use of hand gestures.
• Yumlembam Gambhini Devi is a renowned Manipuri dancer who has received numerous accolades for her contribution to the art form.
• Yumlembam Gambhini Devi was awarded the Padma Shri for Manipuri dance form.
• Padma Shri is one of the highest civilian awards in India, and Yumlembam Gambhini Devi was awarded this honor in 2018 for her outstanding work in the field of Manipuri dance.

Additional Information

• Lavani is a popular folk dance form from the state of Maharashtra.
• It is known for its energetic and sensual movements.
• Kathakali is a classical dance-drama form from the state of Kerala.
• It combines dance, music, and acting to tell stories from Hindu mythology.
• Kathak is another classical dance form from northern India.
• It is known for its intricate footwork and fast-paced movements.

The correct answer is April 1952.

Key Points

• The first general elections in independent India were held in 1951-52.
• The first elected Parliament came into existence on April 17, 1952.
• The Parliament consisted of two houses - the Council of States (Rajya Sabha) and the House of the People (Lok Sabha).
• The Constitution of India came into force on January 26, 1950, but the first Parliament was formed only after the general elections were held in 1951-52.

Additional Information

• Following India's first general election, on April 17, 1952, the First Lok Sabha was established.
• The 1^st Lok Sabha was dissolved on April 4, 1957, having served its whole five-year term.
• On May 13, 1952, the First Session of this Lok Sabha convened.
• There were 489 Lok Sabha seats in all, and 17.3 crore people were entitled to vote.

The correct answer is Quartz.

Key Points

• Silicon Dioxide is a chemical compound made up of silicon and oxygen.
• It is one of the most abundant minerals on Earth and can be found in rocks, sand, and soil.
• Quartz is the common name of Silicon Dioxide.
• Quartz is a mineral composed of Silicon Dioxide.
• It is a hard, transparent mineral that is often used in jewelry and watches.

Additional Information

• Plaster of Paris is a white powder made from gypsum.
• It is commonly used in construction and art projects.
• Slaked Lime, also known as Calcium Hydroxide, is a chemical compound made up of calcium, hydrogen, and oxygen.
• It is commonly used in agriculture, construction, and food production.
• White Vitriol, also known as Zinc Sulfate, is a chemical compound made up of zinc, sulfur, and oxygen.
• It is commonly used in agriculture, medicine, and industrial processes.

The correct answer is Distribution of power between centre and states.

Key Points

• The Seventh Schedule of the Indian Constitution contains three lists, namely Union List, State List, and Concurrent List, which specify the subjects and areas of governance that are under the jurisdiction of the central government, state governments, and both central and state governments, respectively.
• The distribution of power between the centre and the states is one of the key features of the Indian federal system.
• The Constitution defines the scope and limits of the legislative and executive powers of both the central and state governments, and also provides for mechanisms to resolve disputes between them.
• The Seventh Schedule is an important tool for maintaining the balance of power between the centre and the states, and for ensuring that both have their respective roles and responsibilities in the governance of the country.

Additional Information

• ​The Indian Constitution consists of 12 Schedules.
• The Government of India Act, 1935, which contained 10 Schedules, was one of the earliest documents to mention schedules.
• Eight Schedules made up the Indian Constitution when it was eventually enacted in 1949.
• Additional provisions that give comprehensive information on different parts of the Indian Constitution are found in the Schedules.
• Powers of Parliament are specified in Articles 245 to 255.
• The Panchayat Raj system is governed by the provisions of Part IX of the Constitution.
• The judiciary of the states is governed by the provisions of Part VI of the Constitution.

The correct answer is Extreme.

Key Points

• The distance from the sea affects the weather conditions in a significant way.
• The farther away from the sea, the more extreme the weather conditions become.
• When the distance from the sea increases, there is a decrease in the moderating effect of the sea on the climate, which results in extreme weather conditions.
• Extreme weather conditions can include high temperatures, low temperatures, heavy precipitation, and strong winds.
• The distance from the sea also affects the humidity levels, with inland areas experiencing lower humidity levels than coastal areas.

Additional Information

• Light weather conditions can be experienced in areas closer to the sea, where the moderating effect of the sea on the climate is stronger.
• Light weather conditions can include mild temperatures, light precipitation, and gentle winds.
• Moderate weather conditions can be experienced in areas that are moderately far from the sea.
• These areas may experience moderate temperatures, moderate precipitation, and moderate winds.
• The term temperate refers to a specific type of climate that is characterized by mild temperatures and moderate precipitation.
• Temperate climates are typically found in areas closer to the sea, where the moderating effect of the sea on the climate is stronger.

Given:

Ajit's time = 2×Arun's time = 3×Sanjeev's time; All together take 53 hours

Concept:

1/(Total work time) = 1/(Ajit's time) + 1/(Arun's time) + 1/(Sanjeev's time)

Calculations:

Step 1: Set up the equation for their combined work rate.

⇒ 1/a + 1/(2a) + 3/(2a) = 1/53

Step 2: Simplify the equation.

⇒ (6 + 3 + 9) / (6a) = 1/53

⇒ 18/(6a) = 1/53

⇒ 3/a = 1/53

Step 3: Solve the equation for 'a', which is the time Arun takes to complete the job.

⇒ a = 3 × 53

⇒ a = 159 hours

Step 4: Find Sanjeev's time, which is '2a/3'.

⇒ Time taken by Sanjeev = 2 × a / 3

⇒ Time taken by Sanjeev = 2 × 159 / 3

⇒ Time taken by Sanjeev = 106 hours

Therefore, Sanjeev alone can complete the job in 106 hours.

Shortcut Trick

As per question,

Time ratio of Ajit : Arun : Sanjeev = 6 : 3 : 2

We know that efficiency is inversely proportional to time.

Efficiency ratio of Ajit : Arun : Sanjeev = 1/6 : 1/3 : 1/2 = 1 : 2 : 3

Total work = 53 × 6 = 318

Time taken by Sanjeev alone to complete the task = 318/3 = 106.

Therefore, Sanjeev alone can complete the job in 106 hours.

Given:

20% boys = 2/3 girls

Concept:

Convert percentages to a common ratio

Calculations:

Boys/Girls = (2/3) / (20/100) = 10/3

Hence, the ratio of boys to girls in the school is 10:3.

Shortcut Trick

Total Work (LCM of 120, 72) = 360 units.

Efficiency: Amit = 360 ÷ 120 = 3; Amit + Sejal = 360 ÷ 72 = 5.

Efficiency of Sejal = 5 − 3 = 2.

Work done in 20 days = (3 + 2) × 20 = 100 units.

Remaining work = 360 − 100 = 260 units.

Time for Amit = 260 ÷ 3 ≈ 86.66 days.

∴ The correct answer is 87 days.

Alternate Method

Given: Time taken by Amit = 120 days, Time taken by Amit and Sejal = 72 days.

Formula Used: Total Work = Efficiency × Time

⇒ Efficiency of Sejal = (Efficiency of Amit + Sejal) − (Efficiency of Amit)

⇒ Efficiency of Sejal = 5 − 3 = 2 units/day

⇒ Work completed by both in 20 days = 5 × 20 = 100 units

⇒ Remaining work = 360 − 100 = 260 units

⇒ Time taken by Amit to finish remaining work = 260 ÷ 3

⇒ Time ≈ 86.66 days ≈ 87 days

∴ The correct answer is 87 days.

Additional Information

Work and Efficiency Relationship

Efficiency is inversely proportional to the time taken to complete a task. If A is twice as efficient as B, A will take half the time B takes.

Combined Work Formula

If A takes 'x' days and B takes 'y' days, together they take (x × y) ÷ (x + y) days to complete the work.

Remaining Work Concept

Remaining Work = Total Work − (Work done by all participants before someone leaves).

Given:

Initial weight = 80kg, Final weight = 72kg

Concept:

Percentage decrease = (Initial - Final) / Initial × 100%

Calculation:

⇒ (80-72)/80 × 100% = 10%

Therefore, the person's percent weight loss is 10%.

Given:

Marked price = Rs 1000, Discount = 40%

Concept:

Selling price = Marked price - Discount

Calculation:

Rs 1000 - 40% of Rs 1000 = Rs 600

Therefore, the selling price will be Rs 600.

Shortcut Trick

Depreciation rate = 4% = 1/25

Ratio (Initial : Final) for 1 year = 25 : 24

For 2 years = 25² : 24² = 625 : 576

625 units → 260000

1 unit → 416

576 units → 576 × 416 = 239616

∴ The correct answer is 239616.

Alternate Method

Given:

Initial Population (P) = 260000

Rate of Depreciation (R) = 4% per annum

Time (n) = 2 years

Formula Used:

Present Population = P × (1 − R/100)ⁿ

Calculations:

⇒ Present Population = 260000 × (1 − 4/100)²

⇒ Present Population = 260000 × (96/100) × (96/100)

⇒ Present Population = 260000 × (24/25) × (24/25)

⇒ Present Population = 260000 × (576/625)

⇒ Present Population = 416 × 576

⇒ Present Population = 239616

∴ The correct answer is 239616.

Additional Information

Population Appreciation

If the population increases at a rate R, the formula becomes P × (1 + R/100)ⁿ.

Successive Percentage Change

For two successive changes of a% and b%, the net change is [a + b + (ab/100)]%.

Depreciation Concept

Depreciation is the reduction in the value of an asset or quantity over time, similar to negative compound interest.

Given:

Runner times = 12s, 15s, 24s

Concept:

They meet again at the LCM of their times

Calculation:

LCM(12, 15, 24) = 120 seconds = 2 minutes

Hence, they will meet again at the starting point at 6:02 AM.

Given:

Boat speed = 6 km/h;

Stream speed = 3 km/h;

Total time = 3 hours

Concept used:

Time = Distance/Speed;

Distance downstream = (Boat speed + Stream speed) × Time;

Distance upstream = (Boat speed - Stream speed) × Time

Calculation:

Determine the downstream and upstream speeds.

Downstream speed = 6 km/h + 3 km/h = 9 km/h

Upstream speed = 6 km/h - 3 km/h = 3 km/h

Let the distance of Downstream and Upstream be 'x' km.

According to the formula,

x/9 + x/3 = 3

⇒ (x + 3x) / 9 = 3 

⇒ 4x = 27 

⇒ x = 6.75 km.

∴ The distance of the destination from the starting place is 6.75 km.

Shortcut Trick

To find the count of multiples of 6 in the range [10, 99]:

Quotient of 99 ÷ 6 = 16

Quotient of 9 ÷ 6 = 1

Total two-digit numbers = 16 − 1 = 15

∴ The correct answer is 15.

Alternate Method

Given:

Range of two-digit numbers = 10 to 99

Divisor = 6

Formula Used:

The number of terms (n) in an Arithmetic Progression (AP) is given by:

n = [(Last term − First term) ÷ Common difference] + 1

Calculations:

⇒ Smallest two-digit multiple of 6 = 12

⇒ Largest two-digit multiple of 6 = 96

⇒ The multiples are 12, 18, 24, ..., 96, which forms an AP.

⇒ a = 12, l = 96, d = 6

⇒ n = [(96 − 12) ÷ 6] + 1

⇒ n = [84 ÷ 6] + 1

⇒ n = 14 + 1

⇒ n = 15

∴ The correct answer is 15.

Additional Information

Divisibility Rule of 6

A number is divisible by 6 if it is simultaneously divisible by both 2 (even number) and 3 (sum of digits is divisible by 3).

General Term of an AP

The n^th term of an Arithmetic Progression is a_n = a + (n − 1)d, where a is the first term and d is the common difference.

Counting Multiples Trick

The number of multiples of 'k' in the range [1, N] is the floor value of (N ÷ k).

Given:

Curved surface area = 1100 cm²;

Diameter = 28 cm; π = 22/7

Concept or formula used:

Curved Surface Area of a Cone = πrl,

where 'r' is the radius and 'l' is the slant height.

Solution:

Rearrange the formula to solve for 'l', the slant height.

⇒ l = CSA / (π × r)

Substitute the given values into the formula (taking π as 22/7).

⇒ l = 1100 / [(22/7) × 14]

⇒ l = 1100 / 44

⇒ l = 25 cm

Therefore, the slant height of the cone is 25 cm.

Given:

Ratio of the prices of school Bags and Shoes = 11 ∶ 9,

School bag costs Rs. 450 more

Concept:

If the difference in ratios corresponds to Rs. 450, we can find the cost of the shoe

Calculation:

Difference in cost per ratio unit = Rs. 450 / (11-9)

⇒ Price of the shoe = 9 × Rs. 450 / 2 = Rs. 2025

Therefore, the price of the shoe is Rs. 2025.

Given data:

The merchant marks up his goods by '20%'.

The merchant gives a discount of '10%'.

The balance measures '800 grams' for every '1 kg'.

Concept or formula used:

Marked price is the cost price plus the percentage markup.

Selling price is the marked price minus the percentage discount.

Profit is the selling price minus the cost price, as a percentage of the cost price.

The faulty balance means the merchant is selling 20% less goods for the same price, further increasing his profit.

Solution:

Calculate the effective profit percentage after markup and discount.

⇒ Marked price = 100% + 20% = 120% of cost price

⇒ Selling price = 120% - 10% of 120% = 108% of cost price

⇒ Profit = Selling price - cost price = 8% profit

Factor in the additional profit from the faulty balance.

This is not just added to the profit, but it actually increases the selling price by 25%

(because he's selling 800g as 1kg, or 1kg as 1.25kg),

⇒ The selling price becomes 1.25 times the earlier selling price.

⇒ New selling price = 108% × 1.25 = 135%

Calculate the new profit, which is the new selling price minus the cost price.

⇒ New profit = 135% - 100% = 35%

Therefore, the merchant's net percentage profit is 35%.

Given:

Cost price = Rs. 650,

Selling price = Rs. 750

Concept:

Gain percentage = (Selling price - Cost price) / Cost price × 100%

Calculation:

Gain percentage = (750 - 650) / 650 × 100% = 15.38%

Therefore, the gain percentage is approximately 15.38%.

Given data or values:

The volume of the cylinder 'V' is '924 m³.

The curved surface area (CSA) of the cylinder is '264 m²'.

Concept or formula used:

The formula for the volume of a cylinder is V = πr²h,

where 'r' is the radius and 'h' is the height.

The formula for the curved surface area of a cylinder is CSA = 2π r × h.

The formula for the total surface area (TSA) of a cylinder is TSA = 2π r × (r + h).

Solution:

Using the formula for the volume, we can solve for the height 'h' in terms of the radius 'r'.

⇒ h = V / (πr²)

⇒ h = 924 / (πr^²)

Substituting this expression for 'h' into the formula for the curved surface area, we can solve for 'r'.

⇒ CSA = 2πrh

⇒ 264 = 2πr(924 / (π× r²)

⇒ r² = 49

Solving this equation, we get r = 7 m

Substitute 'r' back into the formula for 'h' to find the height of the cylinder.

⇒ h = 924 / (π × 7²)

⇒ h = 6 m

Calculate the total surface area using the formula TSA = 2πr(r + h).

⇒ TSA = 2π × 7 × (7 + 6)

⇒ TSA = 182 π m²

Therefore, the total surface area of the cylindrical pillar is 182 π m².

Given:

Profit of 8% after a 15% discount,

Clearing stock results in no profit or loss

Concept:

If the selling price is the same in both cases,

we can equate the two selling price equations to find 'x'

Calculation:

Selling price (SP) after the first discount.

⇒ SP = MP × (1 - 15/100)

Cost price (CP)

⇒ CP = SP / (1 + 8/100)

To break even (no profit or loss),

New selling price (SP₂) = (CP)

Let's additional discount is 'x %' 

⇒ SP₂ = MP × (1 - x/100)

⇒ CP = MP × (1 - x/100)

⇒ x = 100 - (CP/MP) × 100

⇒ x ≈ 7.4%

Therefore, the shopkeeper needs to offer an additional discount of approximately 7.4% to break even.

Given:

50 books at Rs. 80 each,

46 pens at Rs. 60 each,

60 pencils at Rs. 30 each

Concept:

Average price = Total price / Total items

Calculation:

Calculate the total cost for books, pens, and pencils.

⇒ Total cost = (50 books × Rs. 80/book) + (46 pens × Rs. 60/pen) + (60 pencils × Rs. 30/pencil)

⇒ Total cost = Rs. 4000 + Rs. 2760 + Rs. 1800

⇒ Total cost = Rs. 8560

Calculate the total quantity of all stationary goods.

⇒ Total quantity = 50 books + 46 pens + 60 pencils

⇒ Total quantity = 156 items

Calculate the average price.

⇒ Average price = Total cost / Total quantity

⇒ Average price = Rs. 8560 / 156 items

⇒ Average price ≈ Rs. 54.87 (rounded to 2 decimal places)

Therefore, the average price of all the stationary goods is approximately Rs. 54.87.

Given data or values:

Simple Interest (SI) for 2 years is 'Rs. 1,800'.

The rate of interest 'r' is '6% per annum'.

The period 't' is '2 years'.

The interest is compounded annually.

Concept or formula used:

Simple Interest is calculated by the formula SI = Prt/100,

where 'P' is the principal amount, 'r' is the rate of interest, and 't' is the time period in years.

Compound Interest (CI) is calculated by the formula CI = P × (1 + r/100)² - P.

Solution:

Calculate the principal amount 'P' using the given simple interest, rate, and time.

⇒ P = (SI × 100) / (r × t)

⇒ P = (1800 × 100) / (6 × 2)

⇒ P = Rs. 15,000

Calculate the compound interest on this principal for the given time period and rate.

⇒ CI = P*(1 + r/100)² - P

⇒ CI = 15000 × (1 + 6/100)² - 15000

⇒ CI = 15000 × 53/50 × 53/50 - 15000

⇒ CI = Rs. 1,854

Therefore, the compound interest on the same sum for the same period at the same rate, compounding annually, is Rs. 1,854.

Given:

Two numbers 500 and 8000

Concept:

The mean proportional = √(First number × Second number)

Calculation:

⇒ Mean proportional = √(500 × 8000) = 2000

Hence, the mean proportional of 500 and 8000 is 2000.

Given data or values:

The average age of 2 children is '12 years'.

The average age of the father, mother, and 2 children is '30 years'.

The father is '4 years elder than the mother.

Concept or formula used:

The average age is calculated by dividing the total age by the number of people.

Solution:

Calculate the total age of the 2 children.

⇒ Total age of 2 children = Average age of 2 children * Number of children

⇒ Total age of 2 children = 12 years * 2

⇒ Total age of 2 children = 24 years

Calculate the total age of the father, mother, and 2 children.

⇒ Total age of father, mother, and 2 children = Average age * Number of people

⇒ Total age of father, mother, and 2 children = 30 years * 4

⇒ Total age of father, mother, and 2 children = 120 years

Calculate the combined age of the father and mother.

⇒ Combined age of father and mother = Total age of father, mother, and 2 children - Total age of 2 children

⇒ Combined age of father and mother = 120 years - 24 years

⇒ Combined age of father and mother = 96 years

Calculate the age of the father.

Given that the father is 4 years elder than the mother,

Let's denote the mother's age as 'x'.

Therefore, the father's age would be 'x + 4'.

⇒ x + (x + 4) = 96

⇒ 2x = 92

⇒ x = 46 years

⇒ The father's age = x + 4 = 46 years + 4 years = 50 years

Therefore, the age of the father is 50 years.

Given:

Speed from P to Q = 10 km/h,

Speed from Q to P = 12 km/h

Concept used:

Average speed = Total distance / Total time

Calculation:

Average speed = 2 × (Speed P to Q × Speed Q to P) / (Speed P to Q + Speed Q to P)

⇒ Average speed = 2 × (10 × 12) / (10 + 12)

⇒ 120/11 ≈ 10$\frac{10}{11}$ km/h

∴ The average speed is approximately 10$\frac{10}{11}$ km/h.

The correct answer is 'Hardships'.

 

Key Points

• The given word 'Adversity' refers to a state of difficulties or misfortune. (विपत्ति)
• Example: Many people show their true character in times of adversity.
• The correct synonym, 'Hardships', means severe suffering or deprivation. (कठिनाई)
• Example: People in war-torn areas often have to endure many hardships.
• Hence, the correct synonym for 'Adversity' is 'Hardships'.

Therefore, the correct answer is- “Option 4”.

 

Additional Information

• 'Good times' refers to a state or period of prosperity or happiness. (अच्छे समय)
• 'Tribute' is a gift, compliment, or praise given to someone as a token of respect or admiration. (श्रद्धांजलि)
• 'Challenges' mean a demanding task or situation that requires a person's full effort and skills. (चुनौतियाँ)

The correct answer is "crafty".

Key Points

• The term "wily" refers to a person or character being skilled at gaining an advantage, especially deceitfully.
• For Example - The wily magician had a knack for making things disappear when no one was looking.
• Thus, "crafty", which means clever at achieving one's aims by indirect or deceitful methods aligns most closely with "wily".
• For Example - The crafty detective always managed to solve the crime, no matter how complex.

Therefore, the correct answer is "Option 2".

Additional Information

• "Worn" generally denotes something that's been used or eroded over time,
• "Worrisome" implies causing anxiety or concern,
• "Wise" implies having experience, knowledge, and good judgment, but it doesn't carry the deceitful connotation that "wily" does.

The correct answer is 'that she did not speak a word'.

 

Key Points

• The original sentence has an incorrect phrase: "she has not speak a word".
• The setting of the sentence is in the past. The movie affected Hima in the past and the outcome (her not speaking) is also in the past.
• The present perfect tense "has not spoken" suggests an action started in the past and continues to the present, which is not the case here. The sentence refers to a specific past week.
• 'Option 4' corrects this by using the simple past tense "did not speak", which indicates that Hima didn’t speak in that specific past time period (for a week), after she watched the movie.
• The simple past tense is also correct because it refers to a fully completed action.

Therefore, the correct answer is - 'Option 4'.

 

Additional Information

• 'Option 1' ("that she has not been spoken a word") is incorrect because it implies that no one has spoken to her, rather than her not speaking, and it misplaces the blame for her silence.
• 'Option 2' ("that she is speaking") is incorrect because it contradicts the meaning of the sentence. It suggests that she is currently speaking, which is wrong as per the statement.
• 'Option 3' ("that she has been speaking") also contradicts the meaning of the sentence. Similar to Option 2, it suggests that she has been talking continuously, which is the opposite of the intended meaning.

The correct answer is "Rebber."

Key Points 

• The incorrectly spelt word is "Rebber."
• The correct spelling is "Rubber."
• "Rubber" means a strong substance that can be stretched and does not allow water to pass through it, used for making tyres, boots, etc. Rubber is made from the juice of a tropical tree or is produced using chemicals. (रासायनिक प्रक्रिया द्वारा प्राप्त या उष्णकटिबंधीय वृक्ष से उत्पन्न द्रव से तैयार एक मज़बूत पदार्थ जिससे पहिये, जूते आदि तैयार किए जाते है; रबड़)
• Example: This is a rubber band.
• The correct answer is Option 4.

Additional Information 

• Radar: a system that uses radio waves for finding the position of moving objects, for example ships and planes. (रडार (चलते जहाज़, उड़ते विमान आदि की स्थिति का पता लगाने के लिए रेडियो तरंगों का उपयोग करने वाली उपकरण-प्रणाली))
• Rather: quite; to some extent. (काफ़ी; किसी हद तक)
• Robber: a person who steals from a place or a person, especially using violence or threats. (लुटेरा, डाकू)

The correct answer is 'To take a short nap'.

 

Key Points

• The given idiom 'Forty winks' refers to a short sleep or nap, typically taken during the day.
• Example: Feeling tired after the long drive, John grabbed forty winks before the party.
• Hence, the correct meaning for the idiom 'Forty winks' is 'To take a short nap'.

Therefore, the correct answer is- “Option 2”.

 

Additional Information

• 'To do something forty times' refers to repeating the same action repeatedly.
• 'To hurry and rush' means to move or act with speed.
• 'To be worried' means to be anxious or troubled about actual or potential problems.

Here, the erroneous part is "play hockey."

Key Points 

• The error in the sentence "When I was young, I play hockey" lies in the use of the verb "play" with the duration of time.
• The error in the sentence is related to the verb tense.
• The past tense "played" is the appropriate form to indicate that the action (playing hockey) occurred in the past.
• The correct answer is Option 4.

Correct sentence: When I was young, I played hockey.

The correct answer is 'Rare'.

 

Key Points

• The given word 'Common' refers to an occurrence that happens often or is widespread. (सामान्य)
• The correct antonym, 'Rare', signifies something that does not occur often or is not found in large numbers. (दुर्लभ)
• Hence, the correct antonym for 'Common' is 'Rare'.

Therefore, the correct answer is- “Option 1”.

 

Additional Information

• 'Ordinary' refers to the normal or usual. (साधारण)
• 'Boring' means not interesting or tedious. (उबाऊ)
• 'Shocking' means surprising or upsetting. (चौंका देने वाला)

The correct answer is 'Friendship'.

 

Key Points

• The given word 'Hostility' refers to an unfriendly or aggressive attitude or action. (द्वेष)
• The correct antonym, 'Friendship', stands for a state of mutual trust and support. (मित्रता)
• Hence, the correct antonym for 'Hostility' is 'Friendship'.

Therefore, the correct answer is- “Option 4”.

 

Additional Information

• 'Silliness' refers to the state of being foolish or lacking common sense. (मूर्खता)
• 'Enmity' means a state or feeling of active opposition or hostility. (शत्रुता)
• 'Absurdity' means the quality of being ridiculously unreasonable or nonsensical. (बेतुकापन)

The correct answer is "aqueduct."

Key Points 

• The incorrectly spelt word is "aquaduct."
• The correct spelling is "aqueduct."
• "Aqueduct" means a structure like a bridge for carrying water across a valley or low ground. (पुल जैसा ढाँचा जिसके द्वारा पानी को घाटी के पार अथवा निम्न सतह तक ले जाया जाता है; कृत्रिम जल-प्रणाल; जलसेतु)
• Example: Water-control features included aqueducts, drains, walled channels, dams, and a bridge.
• The correct answer is Option 3.

Correct sentence:  The Magdeburg water bridge is the longest navigable aqueduct built over the river Elbe in Germany.

The correct answer is 'Delightful'.

 

Key Points

• The bracketed word 'Annoying' signifies something that is irritating. (चिढ़चिढ़ा)
• The correct antonym, 'Delightful', implies something that is very pleasant or enjoyable. (मनोहारी)
• Hence, the correct antonym for 'Annoying' is 'Delightful'.

Therefore, the correct answer is- “Option 4”.

 

Additional Information

• 'Irksome' refers to something that is irritating or annoying. ('उपद्रवी)
• 'Plaguy' means annoying or troublesome.
• 'Pesky' means annoying or troublesome, similar in meaning to 'annoying'. (परेशान करने वाला)

The correct answer is 'would.'

Key Points

• The sentence is in the past tense.
• It conveys the meaning that something happened in the past, and then, standing in that past time, it was mentioned as a future possibility.
• We often use would (or the contracted form 'd) in the main clause of a conditional sentence when we talk about imagined situations.
• Example: I would love to see both.
• Hence, ‘would’ is the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.
• The correct answer is option (1).

Correct sentence: “Evelyn became very angry; it seemed to her that she would never fulfill her dream of being a great musician.”

Additional Information 

• ‘Can’ and ‘will’ are in present and future form.
• Example:
• Can you ride a bicycle?
• She will come tomorrow.
• "Ought to" is a modal verb phrase that is used to indicate a moral obligation, duty, or strong recommendation. It does not make sense for the given sentence.
• Example: You ought to visit your parents more often.

The correct answer is "elaborate."

 

Key Points 

• "Elaborate" means very complicated; done or made very carefully. (विस्‍तारपूर्वक प्रस्‍तुत; बहुत सावधानी से निर्मित; परिष्‍कृत)
• Example: This is an elaborate pattern.
• The sentence conveys that extensive costumes are used in the Kathakali dance genre, which blends poetry, dance, drama, and mime.
• The adjective "elaborate" modifies the noun "costumes."
• The correct answer is option 1.

Correct sentence: The Kathakali dance form, which combines music, dance, poetry, drama and mime, uses elaborate costumes. 

Additional Information 

• Scruffy: dirty and untidy. (गंदा और मैला)
• Generic: shared by, including or typical of a whole group of things; not specific. (जो किसी समूह की सभी वस्‍तुओं में समान हो या उनका प्रातिनिधिक हो; अविशिष्‍ट)
• Gaudy: very bright or decorated and therefore unpleasant. (भड़कीला, शोख़, चटकीला और इसलिए अप्रिय)

The correct answer is 'Option 3' i.e. 'An endless job'.

Key Points

• "A Penelope's web" is an idiom that comes from the ancient Greek myth involving Penelope, the wife of Odysseus.
• In English, the phrase means "an endless, seemingly futile task" (अनंत, निरर्थक कार्य जो कभी समयाप्त नहीं होता).
• Example: Cleaning John's vast, antiquated mansion felt like a Penelope's web; it seemed like the task would never come to an end.
• The term "endless job" means a task or an assignment that appears to have no definitive ending or conclusion (अनंत कार्य).
• Example: Jack described his current project as an endless job, as new issues continued to resurface preventing him from making significant progress.

Therefore, the correct answer is - 'An endless job'.

Additional Information

• 'A daily job' (Option 1) refers to work that is performed on a daily basis, typically involving routine tasks (दैनिक काम).
• 'An important job' (Option 2) implies work that is highly valuable or holds a significant level of responsibility (महत्वपूर्ण कार्य).
• 'A meaningless job' (Option 4) defines work that lacks purpose or value, often appearing futile or insignificant (बेअर्थ काम).

The correct answer is "you're".

Key Points

• The blank in the sentence "Don’t go to the neighbour’s garden, ________ not allowed to go there." is meant to indicate a contraction for 'you are'.
• ​The sentence is basically saying "You are not allowed to go there."
• "You’re" is a contraction of 'you are', which communicates the intended meaning perfectly in this context.
• Example: You need to wear seat belts when you're in the car.
• Hence, filling the blank with "you're" will complete the sentence correctly as: "Don’t go to the neighbour’s garden, you’re not allowed to go there."
• So, the correct answer is "Option 4."

Correct sentence: Don’t go to the neighbour’s garden, you're not allowed to go there.

 

Additional Information

• Analyzing the other options:
• "your" is a possessive adjective, used before a noun to show something that belongs to "you", which doesn't fit this context.
• "yore" is a noun that refers to times long past and doesn't make sense in this context.
• "yor" is not a recognized English word, so it's not a suitable option.

The correct answer is 'Option 2' i.e. 'Praiseworthy'.

Key Points

• The word "Laudable" in English means deserving praise or commendation (प्रशंसनीय).
• Example: The team's laudable effort in the charity run won them much admiration and respect.
• The word "Praiseworthy" is similar in meaning to "Laudable". It refers to something that deserves approval and admiration (प्रशंसनीय).
• Example: The student's praiseworthy performance in the exam was appreciated by all the professors.

Therefore, the correct answer is - 'Praiseworthy'.

Additional Information

• 'Preventable' (Option 1) refers to something that can be stopped from happening or avoided (रोकने योग्य).
• 'Sensible' (Option 3) can describe someone or something that shows good judgment, practicality, or wisdom. (समझदार).
• 'Returnable' (Option 4) refers to something that can be given back or refunded, often used in commerce (वापस लाये जा सकने योग्य).

The correct answer is "flourished."

Key Points

• "Flourished" means to be strong and healthy; to develop in a successful way. (सशक्त होते जाना; फलना-फूलना; सफलता की ओर अग्रसर होना; उन्‍नति करना)
• Example: Watercolour painting began to flourish in Britain around 1750.
• The sentence conveys that the Shang were the name of the Chinese emperors. One of the world's earliest civilizations, Chinese civilization focused in northeastern China.
• The correct answer is option 1.
• Correct passage:

The Chinese rulers were called the Shang. Chinese civilisation is one of the oldest civilisations of the world which flourished in north-east China. The Chinese had thought ______ (2) ______ a very clever way of casting weapons and pots which were made of bronze. These people first made a rough model of the object they wanted to cast or make. Then, they shaped the clay mould closely ______ (3) ______ the prepared model. When the clay was dry, the mould was ______ (4) ______ and cut into pieces. These carved pieces were filled with molten bronze and left to cool down. In the final process, the mould was removed and a perfectly formed object was ______ (5) ______.

Additional Information

• Flaunted: to show something that you are proud of so that other people will admire it. (किसी बात पर इतराना (ताकि दूसरे लोग भी तारीफ़ करें))
• Displayed: to put something in a place where people will see it or where it will attract attention. (किसी वस्‍तु को ऐसे स्‍थान पर रखना कि लोग उसे देख सकें या उस ओर उनका ध्यान आकृष्‍ट हो, किसी वस्‍तु को प्रदर्शित करना)
• Exhibited: to show something in a public place for people to enjoy or to give them information. (किसी वस्‍तु का सार्वजनिक प्रदर्शन करना)

The correct answer is "up."

Key Points

• The phrase "thought up" means to use one's ingenuity to invent or devise something. (किसी चीज़ का आविष्कार या आविष्कार करने के लिए अपनी सरलता का उपयोग करना)
• Example: He thought up an excuse for the school.
• The sentence conveys that the Chinese had devised a highly sophisticated method for producing bronze pots and weapons.
• The correct answer is option 3.
• Correct passage:

The Chinese rulers were called the Shang. Chinese civilisation is one of the oldest civilisations of the world which flourished in north-east China. The Chinese had thought up a very clever way of casting weapons and pots which were made of bronze. These people first made a rough model of the object they wanted to cast or make. Then, they shaped the clay mould closely ______ (3) ______ the prepared model. When the clay was dry, the mould was ______ (4) ______ and cut into pieces. These carved pieces were filled with molten bronze and left to cool down. In the final process, the mould was removed and a perfectly formed object was ______ (5) ______.

The correct answer is "around."

Key Points

• "Around" means in or to various places or directions. (विभिन्‍न दिशाओं में चारों ओर, इधर-उधर)
• Example: We sat around the table.
• The sentence conveys that they carefully molded the clay mold to fit the ready model.
• The correct answer is option 3.
• Correct passage:

The Chinese rulers were called the Shang. Chinese civilisation is one of the oldest civilisations of the world which flourished in north-east China. The Chinese had thought up a very clever way of casting weapons and pots which were made of bronze. These people first made a rough model of the object they wanted to cast or make. Then, they shaped the clay mould closely around the prepared model. When the clay was dry, the mould was ______ (4) ______ and cut into pieces. These carved pieces were filled with molten bronze and left to cool down. In the final process, the mould was removed and a perfectly formed object was ______ (5) ______.

Additional Information

• Beside: at the side of, or next to somebody/something. (के बग़ल में, के पास)
• Across: from one side of something to the other. (एक ओर से दूसरी ओर; आर-पार)
• Behind: in, at or to the back of somebody/something. (के पीछे, पीछे की ओर)

The correct answer is "removed."

Key Points

• "Removed"  means to take somebody/something off or away. (व्‍यक्ति या वस्‍तु को हटा या मिटा देना)
• Example: It got so hot that he removed his tie and jacket.
• The sentence conveys that the mould was taken out and sliced into pieces once the clay had dried.
• The correct answer is option 3.
• Correct passage:

The Chinese rulers were called the Shang. Chinese civilisation is one of the oldest civilisations of the world which flourished in north-east China. The Chinese had thought up a very clever way of casting weapons and pots which were made of bronze. These people first made a rough model of the object they wanted to cast or make. Then, they shaped the clay mould closely around the prepared model. When the clay was dry, the mould was removed and cut into pieces. These carved pieces were filled with molten bronze and left to cool down. In the final process, the mould was removed and a perfectly formed object was ______ (5) ______.

Additional Information

• Slipped: to slide accidentally and fall or nearly fall. (अचानक फिसल कर गिर पड़ना या गिरते-गिरते बचना)
• Closed: to shut. (बंद करना या होना)
• Distanced: to become less involved or connected with somebody/something. ((किसी व्‍यक्ति या वस्‍तु से) अधिक मेल-जोल न रखना)

The correct answer is "revealed."

 

Key Points

• "Revealed"  means to make something known that was secret or unknown before. ((गुप्‍त या पूर्वतः अज्ञात वस्‍तु को) प्रकट करना, रहस्‍य खोल लेना)
• Example: She revealed her history to him because she thought it was important.
• The sentence conveys that after everything was finished, the mould was taken out and a flawlessly shaped object was shown.
• The correct answer is option 3.
• Correct passage:

The Chinese rulers were called the Shang. Chinese civilisation is one of the oldest civilisations of the world which flourished in north-east China. The Chinese had thought up a very clever way of casting weapons and pots which were made of bronze. These people first made a rough model of the object they wanted to cast or make. Then, they shaped the clay mould closely around the prepared model. When the clay was dry, the mould was removed and cut into pieces. These carved pieces were filled with molten bronze and left to cool down. In the final process, the mould was removed and a perfectly formed object was revealed.

Additional Information

• Dropped: to let something fall. (गिराना, गिरने देना)
• Disclosed: to tell something to somebody or to make something known publicly. (किसी को कोई बात बताना या सार्वजनिक रूप से प्रकट करना)
• Divulged: to tell something that is secret. (गुप्‍त बात बताना, (रहस्‍य) प्रकट करना)

जिस पर आक्रमण न किया गया हो' वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द "अनाक्रांत" है। अन्य विकल्प असंगत हैं।

Key Points

• जिस पर आक्रमण न किया गया हो- अनाक्रांत।

अन्य विकल्प- 

Important Pointsअन्य महत्वपूर्ण उदाहरण- 

'अवसर के अनुसार बदल जाने वाला' वाक्यांश के लिए सार्थक शब्द होगा - अवसरवादी अन्य विकल्प असंगत है।  

Key Points

• अवसर के अनुसार बदल जाने वाला- अवसरवादी

अन्य विकल्प-

Additional Informationकुछ अन्य महत्वपूर्ण वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द:-

'घोषणा की गई कि लोग अपने-अपने हथीयार मालखाने में जमा कर दें।' वर्तनी की दृष्टि से दिए गए वाक्य के अशुद्ध भाग है- हथीयार मालखाने अन्य सभी विकल्प वर्तनी की दृष्टि से शुद्ध है। 

Key Points 

 

• अशुद्ध वाक्य - घोषणा की गई कि लोग अपने-अपने हथीयार मालखाने में जमा कर दें।
• दिए गये वाक्य में 'वर्तनी प्रयोग' की त्रुटि है।
• यहाँ 'हथीयार मालखाने' सार्थक शब्द नही है और इससे सही अर्थ प्रकट नही हो रहा।
• अत: सार्थक शब्द 'हथियार मालखाने' होना चाहिए। ('इ' की मात्रा से संबन्धित त्रुटि)
• शुद्ध वाक्य - घोषणा की गई कि लोग अपने-अपने हथियार मालखाने में जमा कर दें।

Additional Information वर्तनी संबंधी अशुद्धि:-​

शब्‍द व‍िचार की दृष्टि से क्रिया विशेषण अविकारी शब्‍द है।

Key Points

• क्रिया विशेषण शब्द वह शब्द होता है जो क्रिया की विशेषता बताता है।

'छाती पर कोदो दलना' मुहावरे का सही अर्थ है- प्रतिशोधात्मक कष्ट पहुँचाना अन्य सभी विकल्प असंगत है।

Key Points

Important Points कुछ महत्वपूर्ण मुहावरा, अर्थ और उनके वाक्य प्रयोग:- 

Additional Information 

वाक्य में ‘अनृत’ शब्द के लिए उचित विलोम का प्रयोग हुआ है- सत्य की विजय होती है। अन्य सभी विकल्प असंगत है। 

Key Points 

• वाक्य- सत्य की विजय होती है।
• वाक्य में रेखांकित शब्द 'अनृत​' का विलोम शब्द 'सत्य' होगा।
• ‘अनृत’ का अर्थ- मिथ्या, असत्य, झूठ।
• 'सत्य' का अर्थ- ऋत, यथार्थ, ठीक, सही।

अन्य विकल्प:-

Additional Information कुछ महत्वपूर्ण विलोम शब्द:-

‘उसकी भाषा सरल और सुबोधपूर्ण होती है।’ वाक्य में उचित विकल्प चुनकर शब्द बदलें - सरल और सुबोध

Key Points

• वाक्य - उसकी भाषा सरल और सुबोधपूर्ण होती है।
• दिए गये वाक्य में 'अनुपयुक्त विशेषण प्रयोग' की त्रुटि है।
• यहाँ 'सरल और सुबोधपूर्ण' सार्थक शब्द नही है और इससे सही अर्थ प्रकट नही हो रहा।
• अत: सार्थक शब्द 'सरल और सुबोध' होना चाहिए।
• सही वाक्य - उसकी भाषा सरल और सुबोध होती है।

Additional Informationविशेषण संबंधी अशुद्धियाँ-