SSC GD Constable (2022) Official Paper (Held On : 09 Feb 2023 Shift 1) (Previous Year Paper)

For find the opposite surface of '11', we need to compare the common surface in the given dices,

So, From Dice 1 and Dice 2,

 

→ Now, number '12 and 13' is common in both Dice.

So, the remaining '15' will be the opposite face of '11'.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

Given: K, L, M, N, O and P are six friends sitting around a circular table facing opposite to the centre.

1. M is sitting to the immediate left of O and immediate right of K.

2. K is sitting to the immediate right of N.

3. L is sitting to the immediate left of N.

4. P is sitting between L and O.

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

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

Family Chart:

Decoding the Symbols:

 

Given: R + T ÷ P - M

It means: R is the Sister of T, T is the daughter of P, P is the Husband of M.

Here, P is the 'Father' of R.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

The correct mirror image of the given figure is:

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

The logic followed here is:

Logic: (√1st number) ÷ 3 = 2nd number.

Now,

For 441 ∶ 7

→ (√441) ÷ 3

→ 21 ÷ 3 = 7.

For 225 ∶ 5

→ (√225) ÷ 3

→ 15 ÷ 3 = 5.

Similarly, for 729 ∶ ?

→ (√729) ÷ 3

→ 27 ÷ 3 = 9.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

Given: Seven people, M, N, O, P, Q, R and S are sitting in a straight row, facing north.

1. Only four people sit between Q and S.

2) R is sitting to the immediate left of Q.

3) O is sitting third to the right of Q.

4) P is sitting third to the right of M.

And, N will sit at the remaining place.

Here, "N" is sitting at the centre of the row.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

The logic followed here is:

 

So, '512' will replace the question mark in the given series.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

The logic followed here is:

Logic: The alternate image is the mirror image of the previous image.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

The logic followed here is:

'HOUSE' is written as 'JUWYG'.

'BEARD' is written as 'DKCXF'

Similarly, for 'CRAVE'

'CRAVE' will be written as 'EXCBG'.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

The logic followed here is:

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

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

The correct dictionary order for the give words are:

2. fight
3. figure
4. finger
5. finish
6. fire

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

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

Given:

'make time' is coded as 'bo ho',

'time never stops' is coded as 'ho ru du',

'she stops work' is coded as 'vu du ya',

'never make mistakes' is coded as 'ru bo tu'

Here, 'never' will be coded as 'ru'.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

Given Statements:

All cats are dogs.

Some dogs are elephants

All elephants are camels.

The least possible Venn diagram for the given statement is:

Conclusions:

I. All cats are elephants - False (Because, No definite relation given between cats and elephant, so it can be possible only).

II. Some cats are elephants - False (Because, No definite relation given between cats and elephant, so it can be possible only).

III. Some elephants are dogs - True (Because, Some dogs are elephants, it means Some elephants are dogs)

IV. Some camels are dogs - True (Because, Those part of camel that is elephant will also dogs)

So, Conclusion III and IV follow.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

Given equation: (60 ÷ 2) × 3 - 100 + 400 = 560

BODMAS Table: 

Let's check each option one by one.

Option 1) 400 and 60

Given: (60 ÷ 2) × 3 - 100 + 400 = 560

After interchanging the numbers we get;

⇒ (400 ÷ 2) × 3 - 100 + 60 = 560

⇒ 200 × 3 - 100 + 60 = 560

⇒ 600 - 100 + 60 = 560

⇒ 660 - 100 = 560

⇒ 560 = 560

⇒ LHS = RHS

Option 2) 60 and 100

Given: (60 ÷ 2) × 3 - 100 + 400 = 560

After interchanging the numbers we get;

⇒ (100 ÷ 2) × 3 - 60 + 400 = 560

⇒ 50 × 3 - 60 + 400 = 560

⇒ 150 - 60 + 400 = 560

⇒ 550 - 60 = 560

⇒ 490 ≠ 560

⇒ LHS ≠ RHS

Option 3) 400 and 560

Given: (60 ÷ 2) × 3 - 100 + 400 = 560

After interchanging the numbers we get;

⇒ (60 ÷ 2) × 3 - 100 + 560 = 400

⇒ 30 × 3 - 100 + 560 = 400

⇒ 90 - 100 + 560 = 400

⇒ 650 - 100 = 400

⇒ 550 ≠ 400

⇒ LHS ≠ RHS

Option 4) 100 and 560

Given: (60 ÷ 2) × 3 - 100 + 400 = 560

After interchanging the numbers we get;

⇒ (60 ÷ 2) × 3 - 560 + 400 = 100

⇒ 30 × 3 - 560 + 400 = 100

⇒ 90 - 560 + 400 = 100

⇒ 490 - 560 = 100

⇒ -70 ≠ 100

⇒ LHS ≠ RHS

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

The logic followed here is:

 

So, '43' will replace the question mark in the given series.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

The logic followed here is:

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

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

The logic followed here is:

For, CERAMIC ∶ ACPYKGA 

For, GLASSES ∶ EJYQQCQ

Similarly, for PLASTIC ∶ ?

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

The image embedded in given figure is as shown below:

 

Hence, "Option 3" is the correct answer.

Given equation: 24 + 18 × 40 - 10 ÷ 20 = 76 

BODMAS Table: 

Let's check each option one by one.

Option 1) - and +

Given: 24 + 18 × 40 - 10 ÷ 20 = 76 

After interchanging the signs we get;

⇒ 24 - 18 × 40 + 10 ÷ 20 = 76 

⇒ 24 - 18 × 40 + 0.5 = 76 

⇒ 24 - 720 + 0.5 = 76 

⇒ 24.5 - 720 = 76 

⇒ -695.5 ≠ 76

⇒ LHS ≠ RHS

Option 2) + and ÷

Given: 24 + 18 × 40 - 10 ÷ 20 = 76 

After interchanging the signs we get;

⇒ 24 ÷ 18 × 40 - 10 + 20 = 76 

⇒ 1.33 × 40 - 10 + 20 = 76 

⇒ 53.2 - 10 + 20 = 76 

⇒ 73.2 - 10 = 76 

⇒ 63.2 ≠ 76

⇒ LHS ≠ RHS

Option 3) ÷ and - 

Given: 24 + 18 × 40 - 10 ÷ 20 = 76 

After interchanging the signs we get;

⇒ 24 + 18 × 40 ÷ 10 - 20 = 76 

⇒ 24 + 18 × 4 - 20 = 76 

⇒ 24 + 72 - 20 = 76 

⇒ 96 - 20 = 76

⇒ 76 = 76

⇒ LHS = RHS

Option 4) + and ×

Given: 24 + 18 × 40 - 10 ÷ 20 = 76 

After interchanging the signs we get;

⇒ 24 × 18 + 40 - 10 ÷ 20 = 76 

⇒ 24 × 18 + 40 - 0.5 = 76 

⇒ 24 × 18 + 40 - 0.5 = 76 

⇒ 10 - 7.2 = 7

⇒ 2.8 ≠ 7

⇒ LHS ≠ RHS

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

The logic followed here is:

For, RAYMOND ∶ MYARDNO

For, COMMAND ∶ MMOCDNA

Similarly, for COMPARE ∶ ?

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

The correct answer is non-plan.

Key Points

• The main items of non-plan expenditure are interest payments, defence services, subsidies.
• Non-plan expenditure refers to the regular expenses incurred by the government, which are not related to any specific plan or project.
• Interest payments include the interest paid on loans taken by the government, such as external debt and domestic debt.
• Defence services include expenses related to the maintenance and modernization of armed forces, as well as the payment of salaries and pensions to defence personnel.
• Subsidies include various types of subsidies given by the government, such as food subsidies, fertilizer subsidies, and fuel subsidies.

Additional Information

• Waste expenditure refers to the expenses incurred on activities that do not contribute to the welfare of society, such as corruption and unnecessary administrative expenses.
• Plan expenditure refers to the expenses incurred on specific plans or projects, such as infrastructure development and poverty alleviation.
• Household expenditure refers to the expenses incurred by households on various goods and services, such as food, clothing, and housing.

The correct answer is Mohiniattam.

Key Points

• Mohiniattam is a classical dance form that originated in the state of Kerala, India.
• It is a dance form that is mainly performed by women and is known for its graceful movements and expressions.
• The dance form generally narrates the story of the feminine form of Vishnu, which is Mohini.
• Mohini is believed to be the female avatar of Lord Vishnu, who is often depicted as a beautiful woman with enchanting powers.
• The dance form is characterized by slow, swaying movements, and intricate footwork, which is accompanied by music and poetry.

Additional Information

• Sattriya is a classical dance form that originated in the state of Assam, India.
• It is known for its devotional themes and is performed mainly by male dancers.
• Kathak is a classical dance form that originated in North India and is known for its fast footwork and intricate hand gestures.
• It is a dance form that narrates stories from Hindu mythology.
• Manipuri is a classical dance form that originated in the state of Manipur, India.
• It is known for its graceful movements and is performed mainly by women.
• It generally narrates stories from the life of Lord Krishna.

The correct answer is Britain.

Key Points

• India's parliamentary form of government is heavily influenced by the British parliamentary system, which was introduced during the colonial period.
• The Indian Constitution lays down the framework for the parliamentary system, which is based on the Westminster model of the British Parliament.
• The Indian Parliament consists of two houses, the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha, which are similar to the House of Commons and the House of Lords in the British Parliament.
• The Indian Prime Minister is the head of the government and is selected by the majority party or coalition in the Lok Sabha, similar to the role of the British Prime Minister.
• The British Constitution is an unwritten constitution, which means that it is not codified in a single document.
• Instead, it is based on a collection of laws, customs, and conventions that have evolved over time.

Additional Information

• South Africa has a parliamentary system of government, but it is not based on the British model.
• The South African Constitution was adopted in 1996 and is a hybrid of parliamentary and presidential systems.
• The United States has a presidential system of government, which is based on the separation of powers between the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of government.
• The US Constitution was adopted in 1787 and is the oldest written constitution in the world.
• Australia also has a parliamentary system of government, but it is a hybrid of the British and American models.
• The Australian Constitution was adopted in 1901 and is based on the Westminster model of the British Parliament, but it also incorporates elements of federalism and separation of powers.

The correct answer is 1848.

Key Points

• Savitribai and her husband Jyotirao Phule were social reformers who worked towards the upliftment of women and lower-caste communities in India.
• They founded one of India's first girls' schools in Pune, Maharashtra, which was established in 1848 at Bhide Wada.
• The school aimed to provide education to girls who were otherwise denied access to learning opportunities due to social and cultural barriers.
• The school faced opposition from conservative elements in society, who believed that educating girls was against traditional values and norms.
• However, Savitribai and Jyotirao persisted in their efforts and continued to expand the school's reach.
• Over time, their work inspired the establishment of other schools and educational institutions for girls across India, and they are now widely recognized as pioneers of women's education in the country.

Additional Information

• Savitribai Phule was the first female teacher in India and played a significant role in promoting women's education in the country.
• She was also a poet and wrote several poems on social issues such as caste discrimination, women's rights, and education.
• Savitribai and Jyotirao Phule also established the Satyashodhak Samaj, a social reform organization that worked towards the emancipation of lower-caste communities in India.
• The couple faced opposition and criticism from conservative elements in society for their progressive views and actions, but they continued to work towards their goals with determination and courage.

The correct answer is Plants.

Key Points

• The energy food chain starts with the sun, which is the primary source of energy for all ecosystems on Earth.
• Plants, being the primary producers, are the next in the energy food chain.
• They use the sun's energy to produce food through photosynthesis.
• Herbivores come next in the chain, as they consume plants for their energy requirements.
• Carnivores come after herbivores, as they consume other animals for their energy requirements.
• Man is a part of the food chain, but not necessarily a next step.
• Humans can be herbivores or carnivores depending on their dietary habits.

Additional Information

• Herbivores are animals that consume only plants as their primary source of energy.
• Carnivores are animals that consume other animals as their primary source of energy.
• A food chain is a straight line of living things that are eaten by other species to transfer nutrients and energy.
• Each organism in a food chain belongs to a distinct trophic level, which is determined by the number of energy transfers that separate it from the chain's fundamental input.

The correct answer is President.

Key Points

• In India, a Bill passed by both the Houses of Parliament becomes an Act only after the President gives his assent to it.
• The Bill does not become law if the Governor or the President, as the case may be, withholds his assent.
• The President is the head of the Indian state and exercises his powers and functions through various constitutional offices and authorities, including the power to give assent to Bills passed by Parliament.

Additional Information

• The Attorney General is the chief legal advisor to the government of India and provides legal advice to the government on various matters.
• The Prime Minister is the head of the government of India and exercises executive powers.
• The Vice President is the second-highest constitutional office in India and acts as the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.

The correct answer is Bihar.

Key Points

• As announced in November 2022, Inspector General Seema Dhundiya will head the sector of Central Reserve Police Force in Bihar.
• IG Seema Dhundia is renowned for providing services in India's most delicate locations.
• She took an active part in training the CRPF's 2nd Mahila Battalion.
• In the UN Mission in Liberia, she held the position of contingent commander for the first-ever all-female Formed Police Unit (FPU).
• She was in the Rapid Action Force (RAF) as the DIG till recently.

Key Points

• Seema Dhundiya and Annie Abraham, two female officials, were recently elevated to the position of Inspector General.
• The Rapid Action Force (RAF) will be commanded by IG Annie Abraham.
• IG Annie Abraham oversaw the United Nations Mission in Liberia's (UNMIL) all-female FPU.
• Jharkhand: The Central Reserve Police Force has five sectors in Jharkhand, and each sector is headed by an Inspector General.
• Uttar Pradesh: The Central Reserve Police Force has six sectors in Uttar Pradesh, and each sector is headed by an Inspector General.
• Rajasthan: The Central Reserve Police Force has two sectors in Rajasthan, and each sector is headed by an Inspector General.

The correct answer is 1526.

Key Points

• Babur was a Mongol prince who founded the Mughal Empire in India in 1526 after defeating Ibrahim Lodi, the Sultan of Delhi, at the battle of Panipat.
• The battle of Panipat was a significant event in Indian history as it marked the beginning of the Mughal Empire, which lasted for more than 300 years and left a lasting impact on Indian culture, art, and architecture.
• Babur's victory at Panipat was mainly due to his superior military tactics and the use of artillery, which was a relatively new technology in India at that time.
• Babur's descendants, including Akbar, Jahangir, and Shah Jahan, continued to expand and consolidate the Mughal Empire, which reached its zenith under Aurangzeb in the late 17th century.

Additional Information

• On November 5, 1556, the soldiers of Samrat Hem Chandra Vikramaditya, also known as Hemu, the Hindu king who ruled North India from Delhi, and the army of Akbar engaged in combat in the Second Battle of Panipat.
• For Akbar's generals, Bairam Khan and Khan Zaman I, it was an overwhelming triumph.
• Hemu was arrested, rendered nearly lifeless, and then executed by Akbar, who adopted the name Ghazi.

The correct answer is minimum support price.

Key Points

• The Food Corporation of India procures foodgrains from the farmers at the government announced minimum support price.
• The minimum support price is the price at which the government procures crops from the farmers to ensure that they get a fair price for their produce.
• The Food Corporation of India is the nodal agency.
• The minimum support price is announced by the government every year before the sowing season to ensure that farmers are incentivized to grow crops.
• The minimum support price is calculated based on factors such as the cost of production, market price trends, and other factors to ensure that farmers get a fair price for their produce.

Additional Information

• Maximum Retail Price is the maximum price at which a product can be sold to the end consumer.
• It is usually fixed by the manufacturer or the government to prevent retailers from overcharging customers.
• Competitive Price is the price at which a product is sold in the market based on the demand and supply dynamics.
• It is usually determined by the market forces and can fluctuate based on various factors such as competition, seasonality, etc.
• Discounted Price is the price at which a product is sold at a lower price than the market price.
• It is usually offered as a promotional offer or during a sale to attract customers.
• However, it is not a sustainable pricing strategy in the long run.

The correct answer is C₃H₄.

Key Points

• Propyne is an alkyne compound that contains a triple bond between two carbon atoms.
• Its chemical formula is C₃H₄, which means it has three carbon atoms and four hydrogen atoms.
• Propyne is also known as methylacetylene, and it is used in the production of synthetic rubber and plastics.
• The correct chemical formula is important in understanding the properties and behavior of the compound in chemical reactions.

Additional Information

• C₄H₅ is the chemical formula for butyne.
• It has two isomeric organic chemical components and one triple bond.
• C₄H₄ is the chemical formula for 1,3-butadiene.
• Though it can also be found in trace amounts in fuel and polymers, its primary application is in the manufacturing of synthetic rubber.
• C₃H₅ is the chemical formula for propene.
• It is the second most basic hydrocarbon in the alkene class and possesses one double bond.

The correct answer is Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012.

Key Points

• The POCSO Act was enacted in 2012 by the Parliament of India to protect children from sexual offences and provide a safe and secure environment for them.
• The act defines various sexual offences against children, such as sexual assault, sexual harassment, and pornography, and prescribes stringent punishments for the offenders.
• The act also provides for the establishment of Special Courts for the speedy trial of such offences and the appointment of Special Public Prosecutors to handle the cases.
• The act also has provisions for the protection of the identity of the child victim, the recording of the statement of the child in a child-friendly manner, and the provision of medical and psychological support to the child.

Additional Information

• The Indian Parliament enacted the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015, despite strong opposition from the child rights community to several of its provisions.
• The Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2000, which was in force before it was replaced, gave juvenile offenders in India who were between the ages of 16 and 18 who had committed heinous offenses the opportunity to face adult trials.
• On December 22, 2015, the Rajya Sabha approved it.
• The Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Amendment Act, 2021, which went into effect on September 1, 2022, further revised this act.

The correct answer is M.S. Swaminathan.

Key Points

• M.S. Swaminathan is known as the father of the Green Revolution in India.
• M.S. Swaminathan is an Indian geneticist and agricultural scientist who played a crucial role in the development of high-yielding varieties of wheat, rice, and other crops in India.
• He led the Indian team that successfully implemented the Green Revolution in the 1960s, which helped India achieve self-sufficiency in food production and averted a potential famine.
• Swaminathan's work on plant genetics and breeding helped to increase crop yields and improve the quality of crops, which in turn helped to alleviate poverty, hunger, and malnutrition in India and other developing countries.
• He has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to agriculture, including the World Food Prize, the Padma Shri, the Padma Bhushan, and the Padma Vibhushan.

Additional Information

• Salim Ali was an Indian ornithologist and naturalist.
• He is known as the "Birdman of India" for his contributions to the study of birds in India.
• Meghnad Saha was an Indian astrophysicist.
• He is known for his work on the thermal ionization of elements and the Saha equation.
• P.C. Mahalanobis was an Indian statistician and economist.
• He is known for his work on the Mahalanobis distance and the development of the Indian Statistical Institute.

The correct answer is Lawn Tennis.

Key Points

• Indian athlete Somdev Devvarman is associated with Lawn Tennis.
• Being the only collegiate player to have advanced to three consecutive NCAA finals—having won back-to-back championships at the University of Virginia in his junior and senior years—he garnered headlines.
• Since 1950, only three other players have been able to match that record.
• The Indian government awarded Devvarman the Arjuna Award in 2011 in recognition of his achievements in tennis.
• The Indian government's Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports designated him as a national tennis observer in March 2017.
• He received the civilian Padma Shri award in 2018.

Additional Information

• Table Tennis is a sport where two or four players hit a lightweight ball back and forth across a table using small rackets.
• On a hard table split by a net, the game is played.
• Hockey is a sport in which two teams play against each other by trying to maneuver a ball or a puck into the opponent's goal using a hockey stick. 
• Influences from both European and indigenous cultures gave rise to the modern sport in Canada.
• Football is a team sport where two teams of eleven players each, try to score goals by getting the ball into the opposing team's goalpost.
• The following nations—France, Haiti, Israel, Italy, Poland, Mauritius, and Mongolia—have football as their national sport.

The correct answer is 160.

Key Points

• 160 countries of the world are currently members of the WTO as of June 2014.
• The WTO (World Trade Organization) is an intergovernmental organization that regulates international trade between nations.
• It was established in 1995 and is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.
• The WTO provides a forum for member countries to negotiate and enforce trade agreements, resolve disputes, and **promote free trade.**​

Additional Information

• According to the 1994 Marrakesh Agreement, the World Trade Organization (WTO) formally began operations on January 1, 1995, taking the place of the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT), which had been founded in 1948.
• The WTO is the largest international economic organization in the world, with 164 member states that today account for more than 98% of trade and GDP worldwide.
• Members of the WTO contribute around USD 220 million annually toward the organization's budget, which is determined by their share of global commerce.

The correct answer is Bihar.

Key Points

• The Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) is an international measure of acute poverty that assesses the various dimensions of poverty, such as health, education, and standard of living.
• As per the latest MPI report released by NITI Aayog, Bihar has the highest incidence of multidimensional poverty in India, with more than half of its population (52.5%) living in poverty.
• Jharkhand is the second-poorest state in India, with a poverty rate of 46.5%.
• Uttar Pradesh and Punjab are comparatively better off, with poverty rates of 29.4% and 8.3%, respectively.
• Bihar has been struggling with poverty and underdevelopment for decades.
• Despite some recent progress in areas like health and education, the state faces numerous challenges such as low agricultural productivity, high population growth, and poor infrastructure.
• Addressing the problem of poverty in Bihar and other poor states requires a multi-pronged approach that focuses on creating jobs, improving access to basic services, and promoting inclusive growth.
• The government and other stakeholders need to work together to reduce poverty and improve the quality of life for millions of people in these states.

Additional Information

• Jharkhand was carved out of Bihar in 2000 and is one of the most mineral-rich states in India.
• However, it has struggled to translate its natural resources into sustained economic growth and development.
• Uttar Pradesh is the most populous state in India and has a large agricultural sector.
• It also has a significant industrial base, particularly in the areas of textiles, food processing, and chemicals.
• However, the state continues to face challenges such as low literacy rates, poor health outcomes, and inadequate infrastructure.
• Punjab is one of the wealthiest states in India and has a strong agricultural sector.
• It also has a well-developed industrial base, particularly in the areas of textiles, sports goods, and agro-processing.
• However, the state faces challenges such as high levels of air pollution, water scarcity, and drug addiction.

The correct answer is Phalgun.

Key Points

• Holi is a Hindu festival that is celebrated in the month of Phalgun, which usually falls in February or March.
• It is also known as the festival of colors as people play with colored powders and water.
• The festival celebrates the victory of good over evil and the arrival of spring.
• It is a time for forgiveness, unity, and spreading joy and happiness.

Additional Information

• Ashvin is the seventh month of the Hindu calendar, which falls in September or October.
• Festivals like Upang Lalita Vrat, Saraswati Puja, Saraswati Avahan, Saraswati Puja, Durga Ashtami, Maha Navami, Dussehra, Sharad Purnima, and Kojagara Puja are among the ones that it is blessed with.
• Kartik is the eighth month of the Hindu calendar, which falls in October or November.
• The month of Kartik is dedicated to celebrating numerous significant holidays, including Diwali, Dhanteras, and Karw Chauth.
• Chaitra is the first month of the Hindu calendar, which falls in March or April.
• This month is dedicated to celebrating two significant festivals: Ram Navmi and Chaitra Navratri.

The correct answer is Bhagat Singh Koshyari.

Key Points

• As of November 2022, the Governor of Maharashtra, India is Bhagat Singh Koshyari.
• From 2019 to 2023, he was Maharashtra's 22nd governor.
• Veteran of the RSS, Koshyari was the first state president of the BJP for Uttarakhand and national vice president.
• From 2001 to 2002, he was also Uttarakhand's second chief minister.

Additional Information

• On February 18, 2023, Shri Ramesh Bais took the oath of office as Maharashtra's governor.
• Arif Mohammed Khan is the current Governor of Kerala, India.
• Ganesh Lal Mathur was the Governor of Rajasthan, India from 2004 to 2007.
• Indian politician Kalraj Mishra is the current governor of Rajasthan.

The correct answer is Central and Western Asia.

Key Points

• Central and Western Asia is known for the formation of a high-pressure area during winters, which causes cold and dry winds to blow towards India.
• These winds are known as the northwestern winds or the 'winter monsoon,' and they bring in cold and dry air, resulting in a decrease in temperature over the Indian subcontinent.
• The high-pressure area over Central and Western Asia is caused due to the cooling of the landmass during winters.
• As the land cools down, the air above it also cools down and becomes denser, leading to the formation of high pressure.

Additional Information

• Antarctica is located at the southernmost part of the Earth and has little or no influence on the weather conditions over India in winter.
• Since they don't usually deliver significant weather, winter monsoons are less well-known.
• But they also blow a lot of dry air from the interior of a continent, which can cause crop failure, drought, and water shortages.
• The northeast rains, also known as the winter monsoon, are important in Tamil Nadu, the Andhra Pradesh coast, Kerala, the north of Karnataka, and Lakshadweep.

The correct answer is Sunanda Nair.

Key Points

• Sunanda Nair is an Indian classical dancer and choreographer, known for her expertise in Mohiniyattam and contemporary dance.
• She has been awarded the Kalarathnam from Kerala Kalamandalam in 2016 and the Kalaasree from Kerala Sangeetha Natak Akademi in 2007.
• Kalarathnam is a prestigious award for excellence in Indian classical dance, presented annually by the Kerala Kalamandalam.
• Kalaasree is also a prestigious award for excellence in Indian classical dance, presented annually by the Kerala Sangeetha Natak Akademi.

Additional Information

• Indian dancer and choreographer Jatin Goswami is regarded as one of the leading practitioners of the Sattriya classical dance style.
• In 2008, the Indian government bestowed upon him the fourth-highest civilian honor, the Padma Shri.
• Anuradha Pandey is an Indian classical dancer and choreographer.
• M.R Krishnamurthy is a renowned Indian classical dancer.
• In the well-known dance-dramas of Kalakshetra, he portrayed prominent roles.

The correct answer is China.

Key Points

• The 2022 Paralympics winter games were held in Beijing, China.
• The Paralympics winter games are a multi-sport event for athletes with physical disabilities, including those with mobility disabilities, amputations, blindness, and cerebral palsy, among others.
• China has hosted the Paralympics summer games twice before, in 2008 and 1984, but this was the first time they hosted the Paralympics winter games.

Additional Information

• China, the host nation for the 2022 Paralympic Winter Games, took first place in the medal standings with 61 medals.
• With 29 medals, Ukraine had their best-ever result and came in second.
• With 25 medals overall, Canada maintained its third place finish from 2010, 2014, and 2018.
• Russia is a prominent country in winter sports, having hosted the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi.
• However, they were banned from participating in the 2018 Winter Olympics due to a doping scandal.
• India and Japan have not yet hosted the Paralympics winter games, although Japan is set to host the summer games in 2021.

Given

The slant height of the cone = 12 cm

Radius of cone = 7 cm

Concept:

The total surface area of a cone = π × r × (r + l), where r is the radius and l is the slant height.

Solution:

⇒ Total surface area = π × r × (r + l)

⇒ Total surface area = 22/7 × 7 cm × (7 cm + 12 cm)

⇒ Total surface area = 418 cm²

Hence, the total surface area of the cone is 418 cm².

Given

Initial price of item = Rs. 5583

Discount = 18%

Concept:

Price after discount = Initial price - (Initial price × Discount/100)

Solution:

⇒ Price after discount = Rs. 5583 - (Rs. 5583 × 18/100)

⇒ Price after discount = Rs. 4578

Therefore, the customer should pay Rs. 4578 for the item.

Given

Initial population = 64,000

Annual growth = 1/8

Concept:

The population after n years, growing annually at a rate of r, can be calculated as population × (1 + r)ⁿ.

Solution:

⇒ Population after 2 years = 64,000 × (1 + 1/8)²

⇒ Population after 2 years = 81000

Therefore, the population after two years will be 81,000.

Shortcut Trick

The Effective Rate of Compound Interest for 2 years at 12% = 12 + 12 + (12 × 12)/100 = 25.44%.

Given Compound Interest = ₹ 1,908.

25.44% of Principal = 1,908

Principal = 1,908 ÷ 0.2544 = ₹ 7,500.

∴ The correct answer is Rs. 7,500.

Alternate Method

Given:

Rate (R) = 12% per annum

Time (n) = 2 years

Compound Interest (CI) = Rs. 1,908

Formula Used:

CI = P[(1 + R/100)ⁿ − 1]

Calculations:

⇒ 1,908 = P[(1 + 12/100)² − 1]

⇒ 1,908 = P[(1 + 0.12)² − 1]

⇒ 1,908 = P[(1.12)² − 1]

⇒ 1,908 = P[1.2544 − 1]

⇒ 1,908 = P × 0.2544

⇒ P = 1,908 ÷ 0.2544

⇒ P = 1,9080000 ÷ 2544

⇒ P = 7,500

∴ The correct answer is Rs. 7,500.

Additional Information

Effective Interest Rate

For two successive years with rate r%, the effective Compound Interest rate is calculated as r + r + (r²/100)%.

Amount Formula

The total Amount (A) after compounding annually is A = P(1 + R/100)ⁿ, where P is Principal and n is Time.

Difference between CI and SI

The difference between Compound Interest and Simple Interest for 2 years is given by the formula P(R/100)².

Given

Volume of cylindrical container = 2,640 cm³

Height of container = 21 cm

Concept:

Volume of a cylinder = π × r² × h, where r is the radius and h is the height.

⇒ r = $\sqrt{\frac{2,640} {(\frac{22}{7} × 21 cm)}}$

⇒ r = 6.32 cm

Hence, the radius of the base of the cylindrical container is 6.32 cm.

Shortcut Trick

Ratio product (ab) = LCM ÷ HCF = 168 ÷ 28 = 6

Ratio sum (a + b) = Sum ÷ HCF = 140 ÷ 28 = 5

Find factors of 6 whose sum is 5 → 2 and 3

Difference between numbers = HCF × |b − a| = 28 × (3 − 2) = 28

∴ The correct answer is 28.

Alternate Method

Given: Sum (x + y) = 140, HCF = 28, LCM = 168

Formula: Product of two numbers = HCF × LCM

⇒ x × y = 28 × 168 = 4704

⇒ Using algebraic identity: (x − y)² = (x + y)² − 4xy

⇒ (x − y)² = (140)² − 4(4704)

⇒ (x − y)² = 19600 − 18816 = 784

⇒ x − y = √784

⇒ x − y = 28

∴ The correct answer is 28.

Additional Information

HCF and LCM Relation

For any two numbers a and b, Product of numbers = HCF(a, b) × LCM(a, b).

Co-prime Ratios

If H is the HCF, the numbers can be written as Hx and Hy, where x and y are co-primes and LCM = H × x × y.

Algebraic Identities

(a + b)² − (a − b)² = 4ab is frequently used to find differences when sum and product are known.

Shortcut Trick

The fourth proportional x of three terms A, B, and C is defined as x = (B × C) ÷ A.

Substitute the terms: x = [a(a − b) × (a² + b²)] ÷ (a⁴ − b⁴).

Using the identity (a⁴ − b⁴) = (a² − b²)(a² + b²) = (a − b)(a + b)(a² + b²).

Cancel common factors: x = [a(a − b)(a² + b²)] ÷ [(a − b)(a + b)(a² + b²)] = a ÷ (a + b).

∴ The correct answer is a/(a + b).

Alternate Method

Given:

First term (A) = a⁴ − b⁴

Second term (B) = a² − ab

Third term (C) = a² + b²

Formula Used:

If A, B, C, and D are in proportion, then A/B = C/D, where D is the fourth proportional.

Calculations:

⇒ Let the fourth proportional be x.

⇒ (a⁴ − b⁴) / (a² − ab) = (a² + b²) / x

⇒ x = [ (a² − ab) × (a² + b²) ] / (a⁴ − b⁴)

⇒ x = [ a(a − b) × (a² + b²) ] / [ (a² − b²)(a² + b²) ]

⇒ x = [ a(a − b) ] / (a² − b²)

⇒ x = [ a(a − b) ] / [ (a − b)(a + b) ]

⇒ x = a / (a + b)

∴ The correct answer is a/(a + b).

Additional Information

Mean Proportional

The mean proportional between two numbers a and b is given by √(a × b).

Third Proportional

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

Product of Extremes and Means

In any proportion a:b :: c:d, the product of the extremes (a × d) is always equal to the product of the means (b × c).

Given:

Marked price = Rs. 5,000

Initial discount = 10%

Cash payment discount = 10%

Concept:

The final price after two discounts is Marked Price × (1 - initial discount) × (1 - cash discount).

Solution:

⇒ Final price = Rs. 5,000 × (1 - 10/100) × (1 - 10/100)

⇒ Final price = Rs. 4,050

Hence, the customer paid Rs. 4,050 to Akshit.

Shortcut Trick

Given

Cost of milk = Rs. 1630 for 90 litres

Added water = 15 litres

Selling price = Rs. 19.00 per litre

Concept:

Profit percentage = (Selling Price - Cost Price)/Cost Price × 100%

Solution:

⇒ Total volume = 90 litres + 15 litres = 105 litres

⇒ Total selling price = 105 litres × Rs. 19.00 per litre = Rs. 1995

⇒ Profit percentage = (Rs. 1995 - Rs. 1630)/Rs. 1630 × 100%

⇒ Profit percentage = $22 \frac{64}{163} \%$

Hence, the profit percentage is $22 \frac{64}{163} \%$.

Given Data: Cost price to selling price ratio = 5 ∶ 3

Concept: Loss percentage = (Cost Price - Selling Price) / Cost Price × 100%

Solution:

⇒ Loss percentage = (5 - 3) / 5 × 100%

⇒ Loss percentage = 40%

Hence, the loss percentage is 40%.

Given Data:

Ranu's work completion time = 10 days

Ruby's work completion time = 15 days

Concept: When two people work on alternate days, the total time taken is 2 × (LCM of individual times / sum of individual rates of work)

Solution:

⇒ Ranu's rate of work = 1/10 per day

⇒ Ruby's rate of work = 1/15 per day

⇒ LCM of 10 and 15 = 30

⇒ Total time taken = 2 × (30 / (1/10 + 1/15)) = 12 days

Hence, the work will be finished in 12 days when Ranu and Ruby work on alternate days.

Shortcut Trick

The fourth proportional to A, B, and C is calculated as (B × C) ÷ A.

Here, A = a³ + a²b + ab² = a(a² + ab + b²), B = a + b, and C = a² + ab + b².

Fourth Proportional = [(a + b) × (a² + ab + b²)] ÷ [a(a² + ab + b²)] = (a + b) ÷ a = 1 + (b/a).

∴ The correct answer is 1+(b)/(a).

Alternate Method

Given:

First term (A) = a³ + a²b + ab²

Second term (B) = a + b

Third term (C) = a² + ab + b²

Let the fourth proportional be x.

Formula Used:

For four quantities A, B, C, and x to be in proportion (A : B :: C : x):

Product of extremes = Product of means ⇒ A × x = B × C

Calculations:

⇒ x = (B × C) ÷ A

⇒ x = [(a + b) × (a² + ab + b²)] ÷ (a³ + a²b + ab²)

⇒ Factorizing the denominator: a³ + a²b + ab² = a(a² + ab + b²)

⇒ x = [(a + b) × (a² + ab + b²)] ÷ [a × (a² + ab + b²)]

⇒ Canceling the common term (a² + ab + b²):

⇒ x = (a + b) ÷ a

⇒ x = (a/a) + (b/a)

⇒ x = 1 + (b/a)

∴ The correct answer is 1+(b)/(a).

Additional Information

Fourth Proportional

If four quantities a, b, c, and d are in proportion (a:b = c:d), then d is the fourth proportional to a, b, and c. It is calculated as d = (bc)/a.

Third Proportional

If three quantities a, b, and c are in continued proportion (a:b = b:c), then c is the third proportional to a and b. Formula: c = b²/a.

Mean Proportional

The mean proportional between two numbers a and b is the square root of their product, given by √(ab).

Basic Proportion Property

In any proportion, the Product of Extremes (first and fourth terms) is always equal to the Product of Means (second and third terms).

Given

x% of y = 90

Concept:

If x% of y is z, then y = 100 × z/x.

Solution:

⇒ xy = 100 × (90) × 2/3

⇒ Therefore xy = 9000 × 2/3 = 6000

Hence, the value of xy is 6000.

Given:

P's time to complete one round = 12 minutes

R's time to complete one round = 18 minutes

Concept:

If two people start from the same point at the same time, they meet at the starting point again after the LCM of their individual times.

Solution:

⇒ LCM of 12 and 18 = 36 minutes

⇒ They started at 12:30 p.m., so they will meet again at 12:30 p.m. + 36 minutes = 1:06 p.m.

Since it is not in the option, so in 3rd round they will meet at 2 :18 after 108 minutes from 12:30 pm

Hence, they will meet at the starting point at 2 :18 p.m.

Given

Distance covered by car = D (unknown)

Time taken with speed 30 km/h = 5 hours

Desired time to cover the same distance = 2.5 hours

Concept:

If the distance remains the same, then the speed is inversely proportional to the time taken to cover that distance.

Solution:

⇒ Initial speed = 30 km/h

⇒ Distance = Speed × Time = 30 km/h × 5 hours = 150 km

⇒ Required speed = Distance/Desired Time = 150 km/2.5 hours = 60 km/h

Hence, the car should travel at 60 km/h to cover the same distance in 2.5 hours.

Given

Batch 1: 45 students, average marks = 78

Batch 2: 50 students, average marks = 65

Concept:

The total average of all students = Total Sum of marks/Total number of students

Solution:

⇒ Total marks of batch 1 = 45 students × 78 marks = 3510 marks

⇒ Total marks of batch 2 = 50 students × 65 marks = 3250 marks

⇒ Total marks of both batches = 3510 marks + 3250 marks = 6760 marks

⇒ Total number of students = 45 students + 50 students = 95 students

⇒ Average marks = Total marks/Total number of students = 6760 marks/95 students = 1352/19

Hence, the average marks of all the students is approximately 1352/19 marks.

Given

a and b are distinct prime numbers

Concept:

The sum of two prime numbers is always even, except for the case 2 + odd prime.

Solution:

We know that 2 is the only even prime number. All other prime numbers are odd.

For the sum to be even, both numbers must be even, or both must be odd.

Now, using the above statements:

1. '6' is an even number. At first glance, you could add two prime numbers and get '6' (2 and another prime number), but the other prime number in this case would also have to be '4' (6-2), but '4' is not a prime number. So, '6' cannot be the sum of two distinct prime numbers.
2. '10' is an even number. It can be the sum of two primes: 3 and 7 or 5 and 5.
3. '28' is an even number. It can be the sum of two primes: 23 and 5 or 11 and 17.
4. '14' is an even number. It can be the sum of two primes: 7 and 7 or 3 and 11.

Using the above comparisons, we can conclude that '6' is the only option that cannot be the sum of two distinct prime numbers.

Given

Pramod, Akhil, and Raman can do a piece of work in 14 days.

Akhil and Raman can do the same work in 77 days.

Concept:

Work done is directly proportional to the number of days and the number of workers.

Solution:

⇒ The combined rate of Pramod, Akhil, and Raman = 1/14 work/day

⇒ The combined rate of Akhil and Raman = 1/77 work/day

⇒ The rate of Pramod = 1/14 - 1/77 = 9/154 work/day

⇒ Therefore, the time Pramod would take = 154/9 days

Hence, Pramod can complete the same work in 154/9 days.

Given

Average age of husband and wife = 24 years

Age of their son is 1/9th of the age of the husband

Wife is 6 years younger than the husband

Concept:

Average age = Total age/Number of individuals

Solution:

⇒ Total age of husband and wife = 24 years × 2 = 48 years

⇒ Age of husband = (48 years + 6 years)/2 = 27 years

⇒ Age of son = 27 years/9 = 3 years

⇒ Total age of all three = 48 years + 3 years = 51 years

⇒ Average age of all three = 51 years/3 = 17 years

Hence, the average age of all three members of the family is 17 years.

Given

Original amount of water = 240 liters

Amount of water left due to leakage = 220 liters

Concept:

Percentage loss = (Initial Quantity - Final Quantity)/initial Quantity × 100%

Solution:

⇒ Percentage loss = (240 liters - 220 liters)/240 liters × 100% = 20/240 × 100% = 8.33%

Hence, the percent loss of water is 8.33%.

The correct answer is 'warm'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate synonym of the given word 'cordial' is 'warm'.
• Cordial: pleasant and friendly. (ख़ुशनुमा और मैत्रीपूर्ण)
• Example: a cordial greeting/smile...
• Warm: friendly, kind and pleasant. (मैत्रीपूर्ण, स्‍नेहमय और मनभावन)
• Example: I was given a very warm welcome.
  

Correct Answer: warm

Additional Information

• Let's look at the meaning of other words:
• hostile: having very strong feelings against somebody/something. (व्‍यक्ति या वस्‍तु के प्रति अत्‍यंत उग्र भावनाओं वाला; प्रतिकूल भाव)
• formal: official. (औपचारिक, विधि-अनुकूल, आधिकारिक रूप से)
• artful: clever at getting what you want, perhaps by not telling the truth. (चतुर, चालाक, संभवतः धूर्त तरीक़े अपनाने वाला)

The correct answer is 'Conservative'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate antonym of the given word 'Progressive' is 'Conservative'.
• Progressive: using modern methods and ideas. (आधुनिक कार्य-पद्घतियों और विचारों वाला; प्रगतिशील)
• Example: a progressive school...
• Conservative: not liking change; traditional. (परिवर्तन का विरोधी; पारंपरिक, रूढ़िवादी)
• Example: a conservative society/outlook...
  

Correct Answer: Conservative.

Additional Information

• Let's look at the meaning of other words:
• Scanty: too small in size or amount. (संख्‍या या मात्रा में बहुत कम; अत्‍यल्‍प)
• Repeated: done or happening many times. (अनेक बार किया जाने या होने वाला; पुनरावृत्त)
• Moving: causing strong feelings, especially of sadness. [भावावेश (विशेषतः विषाद) को जन्‍म देने वाली; हृदयस्‍पर्शी, प्रभावशाली]

The correct answer is 'Frightened'.

Key Points

• Scared: frightened. (भयभीत)
• Example: Are you scared of the dark?
• Frightened: full of fear or worry. (बहुत भयभीत या चिंतित)
• Example: Frightened children were calling for their mothers.
  

Correct Answer: Frightened.

Additional Information

• Let's look at the meaning of other words:
• Reassured: to say or do something in order to stop somebody worrying or being afraid. [किसी को आश्‍वस्‍त करना (चिंता या भय से मुक्त होने के लिए)]
• Calm: not excited, worried or angry; quiet. (शांत, चुपचाप)
• Confident: feeling or showing that you are sure about your own abilities, opinions, etc. (स्‍वयं की योग्‍यताओं, विचारों पर विश्‍वस्‍त; आत्‍मविश्‍वासी)

The correct answer is 'Deception'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate antonym of the given word 'Frankness' is 'Deception'.
• Frankness: the quality of being open, honest, and direct in speech or writing. (वाक्य की स्पष्टता) 
• Example: Lisa spoke with disarming frankness about the accident.
• Deception: making somebody believe or being made to believe something that is not true. (धोखा देने की क्रिया)
• Example: He had obtained the secret papers by deception.
  

Correct Answer: Deception.

Additional Information

• Let's look at the meaning of other words:
• Transparency: a piece of plastic on which you can write or draw or that has a picture, etc. on it that you look at by putting it on a special machine (projector) and shining light through it. [पारदर्शी प्‍लास्टिक खंड जिस पर कुछ लिखा हो, आरेख या चित्र बना हो (जिसे प्रोजेक्‍टर पर रोशनी डालकर देखा जा सके)]
• Openness: the quality of being honest and ready to talk about your feelings. (मस्तिष्क और हृदय का खुलापन)
• Strangeness: the state or fact of being strange. (विचित्रता)

The correct answer is 'To express openly'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate meaning of the given idiom 'Pour out one's heart' is 'To express openly'.
• Pour out one's heart: to speak very freely to someone about one's private and most deeply felt emotions.
• Example: He'll pour out his heart/soul to anyone who will listen.
  

Correct Answer: To express openly.

The correct answer is 'An attitude that leads one to become easily angered'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate meaning of the idiom 'A chip on one's shoulder' is 'An attitude that leads one to become easily angered'.
• A chip on one's shoulder: an ingrained feeling of resentment deriving from a sense of inferiority and sometimes marked by aggressive behavior. 
• Example: I had a dirty great chip on my shoulder—I thought everybody was against me.
  

Correct Answer: An attitude that leads one to become easily angered.

The correct answer is 'perfect example'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate option to substitute 'quintessence' in the given sentence is 'perfect example'.
• "Quintessence" refers to the purest or most perfect form of something, embodying the essential nature or character of that thing. It signifies the highest or most exemplary representation of a particular quality or concept.
• In the sentence, "The manager's behavior was the quintessence of professionalism," the word 'quintessence' indicates that the manager's behavior perfectly encapsulates the essence or ideal example of professionalism.
• It implies that the manager's conduct exemplified the highest standards of professionalism.
• The phrase "perfect example" aligns with this meaning, emphasizing that the manager's behavior was the epitome of professionalism. 
  

Correct Answer: The manager's behaviour was the quintessence of professionalism.

The correct answer is 'Artisen'.

Key Points

• Among the given options the correctly spelt word is 'Artisen'.
• Artisan: a person who makes things skilfully, especially with his/her hands. (कारीगर, शिल्‍पी)
• Example: The artisan can cut stones into various shapes.
  

Correct Answer: Artisen.

Additional Information

• Let's look at the meaning of other words:
• Electrician: a person whose job is to make and repair electrical systems and equipment. (बिजली के उपकरणों की मरम्‍मत करने वाला; बिजली मिस्‍त्री)
• Technician: a person whose work involves practical skills, especially in industry or science. [व्‍यावहारिक कौशलों की क्षमता वाला व्‍यकि्त (विशेषतः उद्योग या विज्ञान के क्ष्‍ोत्र में); तकनीकी कारीगर]
• Plumber: a person whose job is to put in or repair water pipes, baths, toilets, etc. (नल का मिस्‍तरी, नलकार)

The correct answer is 'Flee'.

Key Points

• The homonym for "flea" among the options provided is "flee."
• "Flee" means to run away or escape from a place or situation, often due to fear or danger. It's a verb that describes the act of quickly moving away to avoid something threatening or unpleasant.
• Let's look at the meaning of other words:
• "Fleece" refers to the woolly coat of a sheep or the fabric made from such wool.
• "Flew" is the past tense of the verb "fly," which means to move through the air using wings or to travel quickly.
• "Fly" can be a verb describing the action of moving through the air using wings or an insect, but it can also refer to a fastener on clothing or a means of travel by air.
• In this context, "flea" refers to a small, blood-sucking insect that often infests animals or humans, and "flee" is the word that means to run away or escape.
  

Correct Answer: Flee.

The correct answer is 'Tactful'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate antonym of the given word 'Candid' is 'Tactful'.
• Candid: saying exactly what you think. (स्‍पष्‍टवादी, तटस्‍थ, खरा)
• Example: His responses were remarkably candid.
• Tactful: careful not to say or do things that could offend people. [व्‍यवहार-कुशल (लोगों को नाराज़ कर सकने वाली बातें न कहने या करने वाला), चतुर]
• Example: They need a tactful word of advice.
  

Correct Answer: Tactful.

Additional Information

• Let's look at the meaning of other words:
• Honest: (used about a person) telling the truth; not lying to people or stealing. [(व्‍यक्ति) सत्‍याचरण करने वाला, ईमानदार; चोरी आदि असत्‍याचरण न करने वाला]
• Blunt: (used about a knife, pencil, tool, etc.) without a sharp edge or point. [(चाक़ू आदि) कुंद, भोथरा]
• Simple: easy to understand, do or use; not difficult or complicated. (समझने, करने या प्रयोग करने में आसान, सुबोध, सुकर; कठिन या जटिल नहीं, सरल)

The correct answer is 'on display'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate word segment to replace "being shown" in the sentence would be "on display."
• The phrase "on display" refers to something that is being exhibited or shown publicly for viewing or observation.
• In the context of the sentence, it describes the wooden miniature being showcased or exhibited as the show stopper in the exhibition.
• Let's see why other options are incorrect:
• "On advertisement" suggests something being promoted or marketed, which doesn't fit the context of physically showing an item in an exhibition.
• "On activity" refers to actions or things related to some form of action, but it doesn’t convey the idea of showcasing an object.
• "On arrangement" implies organizing or setting things up in a certain way, which doesn't suit the context of publicly displaying an item for viewing in an exhibition.
• Therefore, "on display" is the most appropriate choice here, indicating that the wooden miniature was being showcased or exhibited for public viewing at the exhibition.
  

Correct Sentence: The wooden miniature that was on display as the show stopper in the exhibition appealed to my father.

The correct answer is 'An old man sit down'.

Key Points

• The part containing the error is "An old man sit down." It should be corrected to "An old man sat down."
• The verb tense in the sentence needs to be adjusted for proper agreement.
• "Sit" is the present tense, while the sentence requires past tense to match the sequence of events.
• Therefore, it should be "An old man sat down" to convey that the action of sitting occurred in the past. 
  

Correct Sentence: An old man sat down and read his book on his lush green lawn.

The correct answer is 'internships'.

Key Points

• The correct option that rectifies the spelling error is "internships" (option 2).
• The original sentence contains a misspelling: "intrnships." The correct spelling is "internships," referring to temporary positions offered by companies or organizations for gaining practical experience in a particular field.
  

Correct Answer: internships.

The correct answer is 'body; created'.

Key Points

• The correct options to fill in the blanks are 'body; created'.
• The sentence talks about goosebumps, which are a reflex reaction by the human body.
• So, the most appropriate word to fill the first blank is "body."
• Additionally, the sentence refers to goosebumps being generated by tiny muscles in our hair follicles, hence the word "generated" fits appropriately in the second blank to indicate the production or creation of goosebumps.
• Thus, the correct answer is Option 4.
  

Correct Sentence: We all get goose bumps which are a reflex reaction by a human body. to a sudden drop in temperatures or feelings of panic, anger or extreme fear. They are also created by itty-bitty muscles in our hair follicles.

The correct answer is 'Joy'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate synonym of the given word 'Bliss' is 'Joy'.
• Bliss: perfect happiness. (परमानंद, चटम सुखा)
• Example: She gave a sigh of bliss.
• Joy: a feeling of great happiness. (हर्ष, ख़ुशी, आह्लाद, आनंद)
• Example: We’d like to wish you joy and success in your life together.
  

Correct Answer: Joy.

Additional Information

• Let's look at the meaning of other words:
• Pain: the unpleasant feeling that you have when a part of your body has been hurt or when you are ill. (शरीर के किसी अंग पर चोट या किसी रोग से पीड़ित होने के कारण उत्‍पन्‍न दर्द; पीड़ा, वेदना)
• Bane: something that causes trouble and makes somebody unhappy. (परेशानी का कारण, दुःख का कारण)
• Educated: having studied and learnt a lot of things to a high standard. (शिक्षित, उच्‍च शिक्षा प्राप्‍त)

The correct answer is 'regardless'.

Key Points

• The most suitable option to fill in blank number 1 is "regardless."
• "Everybody regardless of age, shape, size, and ability needs to become more active every day." This phrase implies that regardless of various factors like age, shape, size, or ability, everyone should aim to be more active.
• Let's see why other options are incorrect:
• "No matter" could also work in this context but might not be as precise as "regardless." Both phrases imply a similar meaning of not considering these factors as limitations to being active.
• "Senseless" and "careless" do not fit the context. They don't convey the idea of inclusivity or ignoring certain factors when promoting an active lifestyle.
• Thus, the correct answer is Option 1.
  

Correct Passage: Everybody regardless of age, shape, size and ability needs to become more active every day. We should all be moving more. Did you know that an active life is (2)______ for physical and mental health and well-being?

Regular physical activity can help (3)________ our risk of cancer and type 2 diabetes, and conditions like obesity, hypertension and depression. Being active at every age (4)_______ the quality of life and everyone's chances of remaining healthy and (5)_____.

The correct answer is 'essential'.

Key Points

• The most fitting option for blank number 2 is "essential."
• "Did you know that an active life is essential for physical and mental health and well-being?" This option emphasizes the importance of an active lifestyle for overall health and wellness.
• Let's see why other options are incorrect:
• "Primary" refers to something that comes first or is of chief importance, which could work in this context, but "essential" better signifies the crucial nature of an active life.
• "Organic" relates more to natural or living matter and doesn't suit the context of emphasizing the necessity of physical activity.
• "Particular" indicates something specific or distinctive, which doesn't align with the intended emphasis on the necessity of an active lifestyle for health.
• Thus, the correct answer is Option 1.
  

Correct Passage: Everybody regardless of age, shape, size and ability needs to become more active every day. We should all be moving more. Did you know that an active life is essential for physical and mental health and well-being?

Regular physical activity can help (3)________ our risk of cancer and type 2 diabetes, and conditions like obesity, hypertension and depression. Being active at every age (4)_______ the quality of life and everyone's chances of remaining healthy and (5)_____.

The correct answer is 'decrease'.

Key Points

• The most suitable option for blank number 3 is "decrease."
• In the context of health and fitness, regular physical activity has been shown to decrease or reduce the risk of various health issues such as cancer, type 2 diabetes, obesity, hypertension, and depression.
• So, in the given sentence, the word "decrease" fits best in the blank because it aligns with the intended meaning: physical activity helps in lowering or reducing the risk factors associated with these health conditions. It signifies a positive impact on health, emphasizing the benefits of staying active.
• Let's see why other options are incorrect:
• "Change" is too general and doesn't specifically address the reduction of risk factors.
• "Increase" is the opposite of what is intended here; physical activity is known to decrease the risk of health issues, not increase it.
• "Interpolate" refers to estimating data points within a range and doesn't relate to the context of reducing health risks through physical activity.

 

Correct Passage: Everybody regardless of age, shape, size and ability needs to become more active every day. We should all be moving more. Did you know that an active life is essential for physical and mental health and well-being?

Regular physical activity can help decrease our risk of cancer and type 2 diabetes, and conditions like obesity, hypertension and depression. Being active at every age (4)_______ the quality of life and everyone's chances of remaining healthy and (5)_____.

The correct answer is 'increases'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4 is 'increases'.
• The sentence structure suggests that being active at every age has a positive effect on the quality of life. In this context, being active is associated with improving or enhancing life, so the word that best fits this context is "increases."
• Let's see why other options are incorrect:
• manages - This word implies more of a control or handling aspect rather than a positive enhancement or improvement. It doesn't fit well in the context of describing the impact of being active on the quality of life.
• grows - While "grows" could be associated with improvement or development, it doesn't perfectly align with the context of an active lifestyle directly impacting the quality of life.
• decreases - This word implies a reduction or decrease in something, which contradicts the overall positive impact that an active lifestyle has on the quality of life.
• Thus, the correct answer is Option 3.
  

Correct Passage: Everybody regardless of age, shape, size and ability needs to become more active every day. We should all be moving more. Did you know that an active life is essential for physical and mental health and well-being?

Regular physical activity can help decrease our risk of cancer and type 2 diabetes, and conditions like obesity, hypertension and depression. Being active at every age increases the quality of life and everyone's chances of remaining healthy and (5)_____.

The correct answer is 'independent'.

Key Points

• The most suitable option to fill in blank number 5 is 'independent'.
• The sentence is discussing the impact of being active at every age on the quality of life and everyone's chances of remaining healthy. "Independent" aligns well in this context, suggesting that being active supports or contributes to maintaining individual health and well-being without reliance on external factors.
• Let's look at the meaning of other words:
• automatic - This word doesn't fit in the context of describing the impact of being active on the quality of life. It doesn't convey the sense of self-sufficiency or individual health that the sentence implies.
• adamant - This word means firm or determined, and it doesn't connect logically with the context of the sentence discussing the impact of physical activity on health and quality of life.
• awake - While "awake" refers to being conscious or alert, it doesn't fit in the context of the sentence regarding the consequences of being active at every age on the quality of life and health.
• Thus, the correct answer is Option 3.
  

Correct Passage: Everybody regardless of age, shape, size and ability needs to become more active every day. We should all be moving more. Did you know that an active life is essential for physical and mental health and well-being?

Regular physical activity can help decrease our risk of cancer and type 2 diabetes, and conditions like obesity, hypertension and depression. Being active at every age increases the quality of life and everyone's chances of remaining healthy and independent.

'किरण' का पर्यायवाची शब्द धूमकेतु नहीं है।

अन्य सभी विकल्प अंशु,प्रभा,ज्योति किरण के पर्यायवाची है। 

Key Points

• विकल्प में 'किरण' का सही पर्यायवाची शब्द नहीं है 'धूमकेतु'।
• 'किरण' के सभी पर्यायवाची शब्द- मयूख, अंशु, रश्मि, मरीचि, प्रभा,दीप्ति, ज्योति।

Important Pointsकुछ महत्वपूर्ण पर्यायवाची शब्द:-

Additional Information कुछ अन्य महत्वपूर्ण पर्यायवाची शब्द:-

वाक्य में क्रिया सम्बन्धी अशुद्धि है- कृपया एक गिलास पानी बुझाइए। अन्य सभी विकल्प व्याकरण की दृष्टि से शुद्ध है। ​ 

• अन्य सभी वाक्य में लिंग, वचन, पुरुष, काल, कारक आदि का क्रिया के साथ ठीक-ठीक प्रयोग हुआ है।

Key Points 

• अशुद्ध वाक्य- कृपया एक गिलास पानी बुझाइए।
• दिए गये वाक्य में 'क्रिया प्रयोग' की त्रुटि है।
• यहाँ 'बुझाइए' सार्थक शब्द नही है और इससे सही अर्थ प्रकट नही हो रहा।
• अत: सार्थक शब्द 'दीजिए।' होना चाहिए।
• शुद्ध वाक्य- कृपया एक गिलास पानी दीजिए।

Important Points 

 

  क्रिया संबंधी अशुद्धि:-

Additional Information 

'वह स्त्री जो वेदों का ज्ञान रखती हो' वाक्यांश के लिए उपयुक्त सार्थक शब्द होगा- विदुषी अन्य विकल्प असंगत है।

Key Points

• वह स्त्री जो वेदों का ज्ञान रखती हो - विदुषी

अन्य विकल्प-

Additional Information कुछ महत्वपूर्ण वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द:-

'पैरों में मेहंदी लगाकर बैठना' मुहावरे के सही अर्थ है- आलस्य और लाचारी वश घर में पड़े रहना अन्य सभी विकल्प असंगत है। 

Key Points 

Important Points 

 

 कुछ महत्वपूर्ण मुहावरा, अर्थ और उनके वाक्य प्रयोग:- 

Additional Information 

‘चुल्लू-भर पानी में डूब मरना' मुहावरे का अर्थ है- शर्म या ग्लानि अनुभव करना अन्य सभी विकल्प असंगत है। 

Key Points

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

Additional Information