SSC GD Constable (2022) Official Paper (Held On : 09 Feb 2023 Shift 3) (Previous Year Paper)

Logic : Alternate addition series pattern is followed here.

• Consecutive odd number series are added alternatively starting with the first number.
• Consecutive even number series are added alternatively starting with the second number.

Hence, "26" is the correct answer.

The least possible Venn diagram for the given statements is as shown below :

Conclusions:

1. All greens can be blues → Does not follow (As all blues are pinks and no pink is a green. So, whole blues comes in pinks which can not be green, therefore it is definitely false)
2. Some pinks are blacks → Follow (As all blacks are blues and all blues are pinks. So, as whole blacks comes in blues which whole comes in pinks therefore it is definitely true)
3. All blacks are greens → Does not follow (As all blacks are blues, all blues are pinks and no pink is a green. So, as whole blacks comes in blues which whole comes in pinks which can not be green, therefore it is definitely false)

∴ Here, Only conclusion 2 follows.

Hence, the correct answer is "Only conclusion 2 follows".

Signs and it's meaning:

 

Given equation: 125 – 25 ÷ 3 + 14 × 36 

After replacing the signs according to the question :

⇒ 125 ÷ 25 × 3 - 14 + 36

⇒ 5 × 3 - 14 + 36

⇒ 15 + 36 - 14

⇒ 51 - 14

⇒ 37

Hence, "37" is the correct answer.

Given equation: 40 + 14 ÷ 35 – 30 × 15 = 1 

According to the question, after interchanging the two signs :

So,

• Option - (1) : + and ÷

40 + 14 ÷ 35 – 30 × 15 = 1 ⇒ 40 ÷ 14 + 35 – 30 × 15 = 1

40 ÷ 14 + 35 – 30 × 15 = 1

2.85 + 35 – 30 × 15 = 1

2.85 + 35 – 450 = 1

37.85 - 450 = 1

412.15 ≠ 1 (LHS ≠ RHS)

• Option - (2) : + and ×

40 + 14 ÷ 35 – 30 × 15 = 1 ⇒ 40 × 14 ÷ 35 – 30 + 15 = 1

40 × 14 ÷ 35 – 30 + 15 = 1

40 × 0.4 – 30 + 15 = 1

16 + 15 - 30 = 1

31 - 30 = 1

1 = 1 (LHS = RHS)

• Option - (3) : – and +

40 + 14 ÷ 35 – 30 × 15 = 1 ⇒ 40 - 14 ÷ 35 + 30 × 15 = 1

40 - 14 ÷ 35 + 30 × 15 = 1

40 - 0.4 + 30 × 15 = 1

40 + 450 - 0.4 = 1

490 - 0.4 = 1

489.6 ≠ 1 (LHS ≠ RHS)

• Option - (4) : ÷ and –

40 + 14 ÷ 35 – 30 × 15 = 1 ⇒ 40 + 14 - 35 ÷ 30 × 15 = 1

40 + 14 - 35 ÷ 30 × 15 = 1

40 + 14 - 1.16 × 15 = 1

40 + 14 - 17.4  = 1

54 - 17.4 = 1

36.6 ≠ 1 (LHS ≠ RHS)

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

According to the sequence in the dictionary:

3. Stair
4. Stool
5. Store
6. Stream
7. Strong

Hence, the correct option is "3, 1, 2, 5, 4".

From the given two dices,

 

→ K and G are common surface in both Dice, therefore, 'J' is the opposite surface of 'L'.

Here, 'J' is opposite to the face containing 'L'.

Hence, the correct answer is "J".

The figure that will replace the question mark (?) in the following figure series is shown below:

1) For '

' element: Shifting in the clockwise direction at the corners and alternately replacing with '

' element.​

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2) For '

' element : Number of '

' element is increasing subsequently.

3) For '

' element : Number of '

' element is decreasing subsequently.

Final series is :

Hence, ‘option - (4)’ is the correct answer.

Logic : 

• Alternately (2) is added.
• Alternately multiplied by (2) along with subtraction of (3)

Hence, "111" is the correct answer.

Logic :  ${(2nd number)^3 \over 3}$ = 1st number

So,

• 9 : 3

${(3)^3 \over 3}$ = 9

${27 \over 3}$ = 9

9 = 9 (LHS = RHS)

And,

• 243 : 9

${(9)^3 \over 3}$ = 243

${729 \over 3}$ = 243

243 = 243 (LHS = RHS)

Similarly,

• 6561 : ?

${(?)^3 \over 3}$ = 6561

$(?)^3$ = 6561 × 3

$(?)^3$ = 19683

? = $\sqrt[3]{19683}$

? = 27

Hence, "27" is the correct answer.

Given :

Statement given :  G @ V # K & C % M

So,

• G @ V → G is the mother-in-law of V.

• V # K → V is the husband of K.

• K & C → K is the mother of C.

• C % M → C is the brother of M.

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Thus, G is the maternal grandmother of M.

Hence, "Maternal grandmother" is the correct answer.

Given:

 

• The image must not to be rotated

  

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

Logic : Number of letter in the given word is multiplied by (5).

So,

• 'BABY’ is written as '20'

Number of letters are 4 i.e B, A, B and Y.

4 × 5 = 20

And,

• 'ADULTS' is written as '30'

Number of letters are 6 i.e A, D, U, L, T and S.

6 × 5 = 30

​Similarly,

• 'WOMAN' will be written as :

Number of letters are 5 i.e W, O, M, A and N.

5 × 5 = 25

​Hence, "25" is the correct answer.

Logic : Consecutive prime number series starting with (5) is subtracting from the position value according to English alphabetic series.

So,

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​Hence, "R" is the correct answer.

Given : Six people J, K, L, M, N and O are sitting around a circular table, facing the centre.

Explanation :

1) M is the immediate neighbour of O and J.

2. J is sitting second to the right of K.

3) L is sitting second to the right of N.

Here, 'K' is sitting between L and N when considered from the right of N.

Hence, "K" is the correct answer.

Logic : Term : Cause

So,

• Germs causes diseases.

Similarly,

• War causes destruction.

Hence, "Destruction" is the correct answer.

Additional Information

1. Destruction → One of the reason of destruction can be war.
2. Bomb → It is a destructive weapon which can be used in a war.
3. Country → War can lead to suffering or damage of a country.
4. Gun → It is a weapon which can be used in a war.

Logic :

• First and third letter → (7) is added to the position value according to English alphabetic series.
• Second letter → (5) is subtracted from the position value according to English alphabetic series.
• Fourth letter → (5) is added to the position value according to English alphabetic series.

So,

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​Hence, "PNUZ" is the correct answer.

Logic :

• First and third letter ⇒ Interchanged their positions.
• Rest of the letters ⇒ No change

So,

• ABROAD is written as RBAOAD

 

And,

• ACCEPT is written as CCAEPT

 

​Similarly,

• ACTIVE will be written as :

 

​Hence, "TCAIVE" is the correct answer.

Logic : Term : Part of 

So,

• Musicians are part of a band.

Similarly.

• Soldiers are part of an army.

Hence, "Army" is the correct answer.

Additional Information

1. War → Soldiers is participant in a war.
2. Police → It is composed of police officers or law enforcement officers.
3. Army → It is composed of soldiers.
4. Border → Soldier may be stationed or deployed to guard or protect a border.

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

Detailed Explanation:

• The line MN is the mirror
• The word "AnecDOte" the third letter is "e". So, the mirror image should be "

"  ⇒ Option 1 is eliminated.

• The word "AnecDOte" the eighth letter is "e". So, the mirror image should be "

" ⇒ Option 2 is eliminated.

• The word "AnecDOte" the third letter is "e". So, the mirror image should be "

" ⇒ Option 3 is eliminated.

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

Given : Five people P, Q, R, S and T are seated in a straight row, all facing the north.

Explanation : 

1) Exactly three people are seated to the right of S.

2) P and Q are not occupying any end seats.

3. T is seated third to the left of Q.

As positioning P, Q and T only one position is left which will be occupied by the only person left i.e R.

Here, R is sitting to the immediate right of Q.

Hence, "Immediate right of Q" is the correct answer.

The correct answer is Tamil Nadu.

Key Points

• Chhau is a traditional dance form that originated in the eastern states of India, mainly in Jharkhand, West Bengal, and Odisha.
• The dance form is known for its acrobatic movements, martial arts, and colorful costumes.
• Jharkhand is the state where Chhau is most popular and is performed during festivals like Sarhul, Chaitra Parva, and Sohrai.
• West Bengal and Odisha also have their variations of Chhau, known as Purulia Chhau and Mayurbhanj Chhau, respectively.

Additional Information8 important Classical Dance forms of India:

The correct answer is Celebrating unity through sports.

 Key Points

• The 36th edition of the National Games 2022 of India was held in Gujrat from September 29 to October 12.
• The motto of the games was "Celebrating unity through sports".
• The Motto was chosen to promote the spirit of sportsmanship and togetherness among the participating states and union territories.

Important Points National Games in india:

• The duration and the regulations of the National Games are entirely within the jurisdiction of the Indian Olympic Association.
• The 1st edition of the Indian Olympic Games held at Lahore in an undivided Punjab in 1924.
• The first three editions were all held in the city of Lahore.
• After the eighth edition in 1938 in Calcutta, the event was christened as the National Games.
• The city of Lucknow hosted the National Games in its first post-independence avatar.
• The first National Games on the lines of the Olympics were held in 1985 in New Delhi.
• The 37th edition was held in Goa from 25 october to 9th november 2023.
• The official mascot for the 2023 National Games of India was Moga, an Indian bison.
• The motto of the 37th National Games was "Get Set Goa".

Additional Information

 36th National Games:

• The 36th National Games is organised in six cities of Gujarat.
• The event held from September 29 to October 12.
• The mascot of the event is named 'Savaj' which means cub in Gujarati.
• Motto of the event is  Celebrating Unity Through Sports.

The correct answer is Nitish Kumar.

Key Points

• Nitish Kumar is an Indian politician who has served multiple terms as the Chief Minister of Bihar.
• He is a member of the Janata Dal (United) party.
• He has been the 22nd Chief Minister of Bihar since 22 February 2015, having previously held the office from 2005 to 2014 and for a short period in 2000.
• He is Bihar's longest-serving chief minister.
• The Janata Dal (United) was formed by Nitish Kumar, George Mathew Fernandes and Sharad Yadav faction of the Janata Dal, the Lok Shakti Party and the Samata Party on 30 October 2003.

Additional Information

• Tejashwi Prasad Yadav is also a politician from Bihar who is the current Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar, in office since 10 August 2022.
• He is a member of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) party.
• Tarkishore Prasad is an Indian politician belonging to the Bharatiya Janata Party who served as the Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar from 16 November to 9 August 2022.
• Renu Devi is an Indian politician from Bharatiya Janata Party who served as the Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar from 16 November 2020 to 9 August 2022.

The correct answer is secured credit.

Key Points

• Secured credit is a type of loan that is backed by collateral.
• Secured credit is commonly used for mortgages, auto loans, and secured credit cards.
• Secured credit is considered less risky for lenders because they have a way to recover their money if the borrower defaults on the loan. This makes it easier for borrowers with poor credit to get approved for a loan.
• Collateral is an asset that the borrower pledges as security for the loan.
• Collateral can take many forms, including real estate, vehicles, stocks, and jewellery.
• If the borrower defaults on the loan, the lender can seize the collateral to recover the amount owed.

 Additional Information

• Unsecured credit is a type of loan which are not backed by collateral. Lenders rely on the borrower's creditworthiness to determine if they will be able to repay the loan. Unsecured credit is considered riskier for lenders and therefore, typically comes with higher interest rates.
• Unsecured credit is commonly used for credit cards, personal loans, and student loans.
• Poor credit refers to a low credit score or a history of missed payments and defaults. Borrowers with poor credit may have difficulty getting approved for loans or may be charged higher interest rates to compensate for the increased risk.
• High credit refers to a good credit score and a history of responsible credit management. Borrowers with high credit are more likely to be approved for loans and may be offered lower interest rates.

The correct answer is tidal.

Key Points

• Deendayal Port, also known as Kandla Port, is one of the major ports in India, situated in the state of Gujarat.
• It was established in 1950 and has been functioning for over 70 years.
• It is a permanent port and has been operating for several decades.
• It is a tidal port, meaning the water level in the port area fluctuates with the tides.
• It is one of the largest ports in India, handling a significant amount of cargo.

Additional InformationMajor ports of India along with the state in which they are located:

The correct answer is University Grants Commission.

Key Points

• University Grants Commission (UGC) came into existence on 28 December 1953 under the first five-year plan in India to promote and coordinate university education.
• It became a statutory body under University Grants Commission Act 1956.
• It is the main regulatory body for higher education in India.
• It is responsible for providing recognition to universities in India and disbursing funds to them for development and research purposes.
• It sets quality standards for higher education institutions in India and monitors their compliance.
• It also provides financial assistance to universities and colleges for the development of infrastructure and research facilities.
• In 2018, UGC was replaced by the Higher Education Commission of India (HECI) which will act as a single regulator for higher education institutions in India. However, the proposal is yet to be implemented.

Additional Information

• The National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) was established in 1993.
• It regulates and coordinates teacher education programs in India.
• It is a statutory body of the Indian government set up under the National Council for Teacher Education Act of 1993.
• The Medical Council of India(MCI) was first established in 1934 under the Indian Medical Council Act, of 1933.
• It was later reconstituted as a statutory body under the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956 which replaced the earlier Act.
• It was regulating medical education and profession in India.
• It was for establishing uniform and high standards of medical education in India until its dissolution on 25 September 2020 when it was replaced by the National Medical Commission(NMC)
• The All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE) was established in 1945 as a national-level apex advisory body to conduct a survey on the facilities available for technical education and to promote development in the country in a coordinated and integrated manner.
• It is responsible for regulating and coordinating technical education in India.
• It became a statutory body under the All India Council For Technical Education Act 1987.

The correct answer is President.

Key PointsThe Governors of states:

• Governors have been discussed under Article 153 to Article 162 of the Indian Constitution.
• The Governor is the constitutional head of a state in India and is responsible for the administration of the state.
• Under Article 155, the appointment of the Governor is done by the President of India by warrant under his hand and seal.
• He/She holds office at the pleasure of the President, which means that the President can remove the Governor from office at any time without assigning any reason.
• The term of governor's office is normally 5 years but it can be terminated earlier.
• He/She can also resign from his/her office by addressing the resignation letter to the President.
• Under Article 157, the qualifications for appointment as a Governor are: A Governor must
• be an Indian citizen and reside in the country.
• attain an age of a minimum of 35 years.
• not be a member of both houses of the parliament and the house of the state legislature.
• not hold any office for generating profit.

Additional Information

• The Prime Minister of India is the head of the government at the centre.
• Under Article 75, he/she is appointed by the president of India if he/she has the confidence of the majority of Lok Sabha members.
• He can recommend a person's name for the post of Governor to the President.
• Article 74(1) states that there shall be a Council of Ministers with a Prime Minister at the head to aid and advise the President.
• ​The Chief Minister of a state head of the government at the state level.
• According to Article 164 in the Indian Constitution, the Governor appoints a Chief Minister.

The correct answer is Western Disturbance.

Key Points

• Western Disturbances are low-pressure systems that originate in the Mediterranean region and move towards the Indian subcontinent.
• These disturbances bring rainfall to the north-western parts of India during the winter months, and they also affect the weather conditions in other parts of the country.

Additional Information

• The South-west monsoon is the primary rainy season in India, which starts in June and lasts till September.
• This monsoon is caused by the differential heating of land and sea, which results in the formation of low-pressure systems over the Indian Ocean and the Arabian Sea.
• The North-east is known as the winter monsoon, the northeast monsoon approaches India from the northeast.
• During this time, rainfall is common throughout the southern region of India, particularly in Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu.
• The Retreating Monsoon, also known as the North-East monsoon, brings rainfall to the southern parts of India during October and November.
• This monsoon is caused by the withdrawal of the south-west monsoon winds and the formation of a low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal.

The correct answer is below 18 years of age.

Key Points

• The Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015 was enacted to provide for the care, protection, and rehabilitation of children who conflict with the law and children in need of care and protection.
• The Act defines a Juvenile as any person who has not completed 18 years of age. The earlier Juvenile Justice Care and Protection of Children Act 2000 defined a juvenile as a person below 16 years.
• The term "Juvenile" is used to refer to a young person who is not yet an adult and is considered to be under the age of majority.

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Additional Information

• An important provision of the amended Act is that it provides for minors in the age group 16 – 18 years to be treated as adults in the case of heinous crimes.
• It also gives definitions for petty, serious, and heinous crimes by children.
• A heinous offense attracts a maximum punishment of 7 years imprisonment under any existing law.
• A serious offense attracts imprisonment of 3 to 7 years.
• A petty offense attracts a maximum of 3 years imprisonment.
• The Act gives more clarity on the functions and powers of the Juvenile Justice Board and the Child Welfare Commission.

The correct answer is Sattriya.

Key Points

• Sattriya Dance has its origin in the ‘Sattras’ established by Mahapurush Srimanta Sankardev in the 15th and 16th centuries.
• The Sattras were established for the propagation of Vaishnavism and later became the religious, cultural and social hub of Assam.
• The Sattriya dance can be classified into two styles, namely ‘Paurashik Bhangi’ i.e. Tandava or Masculine style and ‘Stri Bhangi’ i.e. Lashya or feminine style.
• On November 15 in the year 2000, the Sangeet Natak Akademi of India recognized Sattriya as one of the eight classical dances of India.

Additional Information

• Mahapurush Srimanta Sankardev was a great Vaishnavite saint and reformer born in Alipukhuri, Nagaon, Assam in 1449.
• He was a saint, scholar, playwright, social and religious reformer is a colossal figure in the cultural and religious history of Assam.
• ‘Ek Sarania Nam Dharma’ preached by him believed in the worship of Lord Vishnu.
• His major literacy creations are the ‘Kirtan Ghosa’, ‘Gunamala’ etc. The holy songs written by him are known as ‘Borgeet’
• The dramas written by him are known as ‘Ankia Naat’ and Sattriya Dance at that time was a part of it.

Important Points

8 important Classical Dance forms of India:

The correct answer is Pressure - Newton (N).

Key Points

• Pressure is measured in Pascal (Pa), which is the force per unit area.
• 1 Pa is one newton per square meter (N/m2)
• It is a scalar quantity.
• Force is measured in Newton(N).
• Energy is the capacity to do work and is measured in joules (J).
• Power is the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred. It is measured in watts (W).
• Frequency is the number of cycles per second and is measured in hertz (Hz).

Additional Information Some more physical quantities and their unit:

The correct answer is Peasants.

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Key Points

• Jainism is a religion that emphasizes non-violence, self-control, and asceticism. It has strict rules and guidelines that its followers are expected to follow.
• Peasants, who were involved in agricultural activities and lived in rural areas, found it more difficult to follow the rules of Jainism due to the following reasons:
• Their livelihood depended on agriculture, which involved killing insects and animals. Jainism prohibits the killing of any living being, which made it difficult for peasants to follow this rule.
• Peasants had limited resources and income, which made it difficult for them to follow the strict rules of Jainism, such as fasting and giving away wealth.
• They had limited access to education and religious texts, which made it difficult for them to understand and follow the complex rules of Jainism.

Additional Information

• Mahajans were wealthy and influential members of the Jain community who provided financial support to the religion and its followers. They were expected to follow the strict rules of Jainism and set an example for others.
• Artisans were skilled craftsmen who worked with their hands to create beautiful objects. They were respected in the Jain community and were expected to follow the rules of Jainism.
• Traders were involved in business and trade and had access to wealth and resources. They were expected to follow the rules of Jainism and practice non-violence in their dealings.

Important Points JAINISM:

• Jainism is one of the oldest religions in the world.
• It traces its spiritual ideas and history through the succession of twenty-four Tirthankaras.
• Jainism came to prominence in the 6th century B.C. when Lord Mahavira propagated the religion.
• The last of the 24 Tirthankaras was Lord Mahavira.
• The first Tirthankara was Rishabnatha.

Vardhamana Mahavira:

• He was born in 540 B.C. in a village called Kundagrama near Vaishali, Bihar.
• He belonged to the Jnatrika clan and was connected to the royal family of Magadha.
• His father Siddharta was the head of the Jnathrika Kshatriya clan and his mother Trishala was a sister of Chetaka, the king of Vaishali.
• At the age of 30 years, he renounced his home and became an ascetic.
• After practicing austerity for 12 years, he attained the highest spiritual knowledge, called Kaivalya, at the age of 42.
• He delivered his first sermon at Pava.
• A symbol was associated with every Tirthankara and Mahavira’s symbol was a lion.
• He passed away at the age of 72 in 468 B.C. at the Pavapuri in Bihar.

The correct answer is 1999.

Key Points

• Swarnajayanti Gram Swarozgar Yojana (SGSY) was launched in India in 1999.
• It is a poverty alleviation program aimed at promoting self-employment and sustainable income-generation activities in rural areas.
• The nodal ministry is the Ministry of Rural Development(MoRD).
• The program targets families below the poverty line and provides them with financial assistance, training, and other support to start their own businesses.
• SGSY was later replaced by the Aajeevika - National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM) in 2011, which has a broader scope and aims to cover all rural poor households.
• NRLM also focuses on building capacities and institutions of the rural poor to enable them to take charge of their own lives and livelihoods.
• It was renamed as DAY-NRLM (Deen Dayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Livelihoods Mission) in 2015.
• The program is supported partially by the World Bank.

Additional Information List of schemes of the government of India:

The correct answer is 42nd.

Key Points

• The term "Mini Constitution" was used for the 42nd Amendment Act 1976 because it brought about significant changes and additions to the Constitution, including the insertion of fundamental duties and the extension of emergency provisions.

Additional Information

• The 38th Amendment Act of 1975 brought in the following changes:
• The president's declaration of emergency, and promulgation of ordinances by the President, governors and administrators of union territories non-justiciable.
• The president was given the authority to declare multiple proclamations of national emergency simultaneously on various grounds.
• The 40th Amendment) Act, 1976:
• Parliament can now specify territorial waters, continental shelf, EEZ(Exclusive Economic Zone), and maritime zones of India from time to time.
• Included 64 more Central and state laws, mostly relating to land reforms, in the 9th Schedule.
• The 44th Amendment Act 1978 was passed by the government to revoke some amendments made under the 42nd Amendment Act, 1976.
• Few changes made by it are:
• Right to Property (Article 19 (1)(f )and Article 31) was removed from the list of fundamental rights and was made a legal right under Article 300A.
• Any modifications to the fundamental structure of the constitution cannot be made without the approval of the people of India through a referendum. The changes can only be implemented if they are approved by a majority of votes, with at least fifty-one percent of the electorate participating in the referendum.
• An emergency can be proclaimed only based on written advice tendered to the President by the Cabinet.

Important Points Important changes by 42nd Amendment of Indian Constitution 1976:

The correct answer is 2000.

Key Points

• Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) is one of the public distribution system schemes in India implemented from 2000.
• The main aim of the scheme was to provide highly subsidized food grains to the poorest of the poor families in rural and urban areas.
• The scheme primarily targeted households that were living below the poverty line (BPL) and did not have a regular source of income.
• Benefits under  AAY scheme:
• It offers wheat at Rs. 3 per Kg and rice at Rs. 2 per Kg.
• Eligible families can get 35 Kg of rice every month.
• They can also purchase 1 Kg of sugar from the ration shop at Rs. 18.50 per Kg.​

Additional Information

 List of schemes of the government of India:

The correct answer is Humification.

Key Points

• Humus is a dark-colored, amorphous substance that is formed due to the process of humification.
• Humification is the process by which dead organic matter, such as leaves, twigs, and other plant and animal remains, are broken down by microorganisms and transformed into humus.
• It is an important component of soil, as it improves soil fertility, water retention, and nutrient availability.
• It is a complex mixture of organic compounds, including humic acids, fulvic acids, and humin.
• Humic acids are the most abundant and important component of humus, and they play a key role in soil fertility by improving soil structure, nutrient availability, and water retention.
• Fulvic acids are smaller and more soluble than humic acids, and they are involved in the transport of nutrients and other substances within the soil.
• Humin is a highly stable component of humus that is resistant to further decomposition.

Additional Information

• Fragmentation is the process by which large pieces of organic matter are broken down into smaller pieces, but it does not result in the formation of humus.
• Leaching is the process by which water carries dissolved nutrients and other substances from the soil surface to deeper layers, but it does not result in the formation of humus.
• Mineralization is the process by which microorganisms break down organic matter and release nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and sulfur into the soil to be easily available forms to plants.

The correct answer is Hockey.

Key Points

• Dhyan Chand was a legendary Player of Hockey.
• He was born on 29 August 1905 in Allahabad, United Provinces of Agra and Oudh, British India( today's Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh).
• He was a prominent Indian field hockey player who is considered one of the greatest players of all time**.**
• He was known as The Wizard or The Magician of hockey
• He was a part of the three-time Olympic gold medalist Indian Hockey Team in the 1928, 1932, and 1936 Olympics.
• He received the Padma Bhushan Award, India's third-highest civilian honor, in 1956 for his contributions to Indian hockey.
• Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award is named after him to honor his contribution to Indian sports by the Government Of India (GOI).
• Major Dhyan Chand Award for Lifetime Achievement in Sports and Games is a lifetime achievement sporting honor named after him.

Additional Information List of Famous Sports Personalities of India:

The correct answer is 1918.

Key Points

• Gandhiji held a Satyagraha at Ahmedabad to solve the dispute between the owners and workers of a cotton mill in the city in 1918.
• This Satyagraha was known as the Ahmedabad Mill Strike and was one of the biggest labor strikes in the history of India
• The workers of the mill demanded better working conditions, higher wages, and the right to form a union, which were denied by the mill owners.
• Gandhiji, who was already a well-known leader of the Indian National Congress, supported the workers' cause and encouraged them to use non-violent means to achieve their demands.
• The Satyagraha lasted for about a month and ended with a settlement between the workers and the mill owners, which included an increase in wages and better working conditions.

Additional Information

• Satyagraha means a non-violent resistance or civil disobedience movement. Gandhiji was a strong advocate of Satyagraha as a means of achieving social and political change.

Other important movements in India led by Gandhiji:

The correct answer is 13th.

Key Points

• The Rajasthan International Folk Festival (RIFF) is an annual music and arts festival held in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India.
• The festival celebrates the traditional folk music and dance of Rajasthan and other parts of India, as well as international folk music.
• RIFF was first organized in 2007 and has since become one of the most prominent folk festivals in India.
• The festival usually takes place in October and lasts for five days, featuring a variety of musical performances, workshops, and cultural events.

The correct answer is Sibi George.

Key Points

• Sibi George is a 1993-batch Indian Foreign Service officer who is currently the Ambassador of India to Japan.
• He has previously served as India's Ambassador to  Kuwait, Switzerland and the Holy See (Vatican City).
• In 2014, the Indian Government awarded him the S.K. Singh Award for Excellence in the Indian Foreign Service.

Additional Information

• Gopal Baglay is currently serving as India's High Commissioner to Australia.
• He has previously served as Indian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, been the Official Spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs, and Joint Secretary in the Prime Minister's Office.
• Sunil Arora was the 23rd Chief Election Commissioner of India.
• He also served as a secretary to the Government of India in two ministries.
• Naveen Srivastava is currently serving as India's Ambassador to Nepal.
• He has previously served as Ambassador of India to the Kingdom of Cambodia.
• Sanjay Kumar Verma is currently serving as India's Ambassador to Canada after serving as the Indian Ambassador to Japan.

Data:

Dev can complete work in 12 days,

Rohit can complete work in 36 days.

Concept:

If Dev completes 1/12th of the work on the first day, Rohit will complete 1/36th of the work on the second day, and so forth.

Solution:

Dev's work rate: 1/12 work/day,

Rohit's work rate: 1/36 work/day,

Work done in 2 days: 1/12 + 1/36 = 1/9,

Number of days to complete work: 2 × (9) = 18 days.

Therefore, the work will be completed in 18 days.

Data:

715*42324, * can be any digit.

Concept:

A number is divisible by 3 if the sum of its digits is divisible by 3.

Solution:

Sum of digits: 7 + 1 + 5 + * + 4 + 2 + 3 + 2 + 4 = 28 + *,

⇒ * must be 2 or 5 or 8 for 71542324 to be divisible by 3.

The largest digit among 2, 5, and 8 is 8.

Hence, the largest whole number in place of * is 8.

Solution:

In a linear race of 5 km, X beats Y by 0.5 km, while Y beats Z by 0.5 km.

Calculation:

X beats Y by 0.5 km

X : Y = 5 : (5 - 0.5) = 5 : 4.5 = 10 : 9       -----(i)

Y beats Z by 0.5 km

Y : Z = 5 : (5 - 0.5) = 5 : 4.5 = 10 : 9            ----- (ii)

From 10 × (i) and 9 × (ii)

X : Y = 100 : 90

Y : Z = 90 : 81

Now, X : Y : Z = 100 : 90 : 81

X : Z = 100 : 81

When X covers 100 km then Z  covers = 81 km

X covers 5 then Z covers = (81/100) × 5 = 4.05 km

X will beat Z in a race of 5000 m = 5000 - 4050 = 950 m

The answer is 950 m.

Shortcut Trick

 X : Y = 5 : 4.5

and

Y : Z = 5 : 4.5

So

 X : Y : Z = 5 × 10 : 4.5 × 10 : 4.5 × 9 = 50 : 45 : 40.5

So

If X covers = 5 km

then at the same time, Z covers = (40.5/50) × 5 = 4.05 km

So

X beats Z by = 5 km - 4.05 km = 0.950 km = 950 meters

Data:

Initial cost of car = Rs. 1280000,

Depreciation in the first year = 25%.

Concept:

Depreciation is the decrease in the value of an asset over time.

Solution:

Value of car at the end of first year: 1280000 - (25/100) × 1280000 = Rs. 960000.

Therefore, the car is worth Rs. 960000 at the end of the first year.

Data:

Cost price of laptop = ₹60,000,

Selling price of laptop = ₹72,000.

Concept:

Profit % = (Profit/Cost Price) × 100.

Solution:

Profit = Selling Price - Cost Price = ₹72,000 - ₹60,000 = ₹12,000,

Profit % = (12,000/60,000) × 100 = 20%.

Therefore, the percentage profit on the sale of the laptop is 20%.

Data:

Cost price = Rs.50 per kg,

Selling price = Rs.40 per kg,

Actual weight given = 640 gm.

Concept:

Profit % = (Profit/Cost Price) × 100.

Solution:

Actual cost for 640 gm = (50/1000) × 640 = Rs.32,

Profit = Selling Price - Actual Cost = 40 - 32 = Rs.8,

Profit % = (8/32) × 100 = 25%.

Therefore, the profit percentage is 25%.

Shortcut Trick

Fourth proportional = (Second term × Third term) / First term

x = (118 × 88) / 125

To divide by 125 quickly, multiply the numerator and denominator by 8.

x = (10384 × 8) / 1000 = 83072 / 1000

x = 83.072 ≈ 83.07

∴ The correct answer is 83.07 m.

Alternate Method

125

:

118

::

88

:

x

Extremes = 125 × x

Means = 118 × 88

Given:

First proportional = 125 m

Second proportional = 118 m

Third proportional = 88 m

Formula Used:

For a proportion a : b :: c : x, Product of Extremes = Product of Means.

Calculations:

⇒ Let the fourth proportional be x.

⇒ 125 : 118 :: 88 : x

⇒ 125 × x = 118 × 88

⇒ 125x = 10384

⇒ x = 10384 / 125

⇒ x = 83.072 ≈ 83.07

∴ The correct answer is 83.07 m.

Additional Information

Fourth Proportional

If a : b :: c : d, then d is the fourth proportional to a, b, and c. Formula: d = (b × c) / a.

Third Proportional

If 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 √(a × b).

Shortcut Trick

The sum of reciprocals of two numbers equals their sum divided by their product.

We know, Product of two numbers = HCF × LCM = 5 × 175 = 875.

Given the sum of the numbers = 60.

Sum of reciprocals = 60 ÷ 875 = 12 / 175.

∴ The correct answer is 12/175.

Alternate Method

Given:

Sum of the two numbers (a + b) = 60

Highest Common Factor (HCF) = 5

Least Common Multiple (LCM) = 175

Formula Used:

Product of two numbers (a × b) = HCF × LCM

Sum of reciprocals = 1/a + 1/b = (a + b) / (a × b)

Sum (a + b) 60 Product (a × b) HCF × LCM 875 1/a + 1/b = (a+b) / ab = 60/875

Calculations:

⇒ Product of numbers (a × b) = 5 × 175 = 875

⇒ Sum of reciprocals = (a + b) / (a × b)

⇒ Sum of reciprocals = 60 / 875

⇒ Dividing numerator and denominator by 5, we get:

⇒ (60 ÷ 5) / (875 ÷ 5) = 12 / 175

∴ The correct answer is 12/175.

Additional Information

Product of Numbers Rule

For any two numbers, the product of the numbers is always equal to the product of their Highest Common Factor (HCF) and Least Common Multiple (LCM). This means a × b = HCF × LCM.

Sum of Reciprocals

The sum of reciprocals of two numbers directly relates to their sum and their product. The generic formula representation is: 1/a + 1/b = (a + b) / (a × b).

Co-prime Numbers

Two numbers are co-prime if their HCF is 1. For such pairs, the LCM is exactly equal to the product of the two numbers.

Data:

Race length = 500m,

Q can give a head start of 50m to P,

R can give a head start of 100m to Q.

Concept:

In a race, if two competitors finish at the same time and one has a head start, the one without the head start is faster. This can be extrapolated to calculate head starts between different pairs of competitors.

Solution:

R's speed relative to Q's speed = 500/400 = 1.25,

R's speed relative to P's speed = 1.25 × (500/450) = 1.3889,

Head start R can give P = 500 - (500/1.3889) = 140m.

Therefore, R can give a head start of 140 meters to P to complete the race at the same time.

Shortcut Trick

Volume of a hemispherical bowl = (2/3) × π × r³

Volume = (2/3) × (22/7) × 6.3 × 6.3 × 6.3

Volume = 44 × 0.3 × 6.3 × 6.3 = 13.2 × 39.69 ≈ 523.908 cm³

∴ The correct answer is 523.9 cm³.

Alternate Method

Given:

Internal radius (r) of the hollow spherical ball = 6.3 cm

The ball is cut into two equal parts, forming hemispheres.

Formula Used:

Volume of Hemisphere = (2/3)πr³

Calculations:

⇒ Volume of water = (2/3) × $\frac{22}{7}$ × (6.3)³

⇒ Volume = (2/3) × (22/7) × 6.3 × 6.3 × 6.3

⇒ Volume = 2 × 22 × 0.3 × 2.1 × 6.3 (Simplifying 6.3/7 = 0.9 and 0.9/3 = 0.3, or 6.3/3 = 2.1 and 6.3/7 = 0.9)

⇒ Volume = 44 × 0.9 × 13.23 / 1 (Wait, simplified: 2/3 × 22/7 × 6.3 × 6.3 × 6.3 = 44/21 × 250.047)

⇒ Volume = 44 × 0.3 × 39.69

⇒ Volume = 13.2 × 39.69

⇒ Volume = 523.908 cm³

Rounding off to one decimal place, we get 523.9 cm³.

∴ The correct answer is 523.9 cm³.

Additional Information

Surface Area of Sphere

The total surface area of a sphere is given by 4πr².

Hemisphere Properties

For a hemisphere, the curved surface area (CSA) is 2πr² and the total surface area (TSA) is 3πr².

Volume of Sphere

The volume of a complete sphere is (4/3)πr³, which is exactly double that of a hemisphere.

Shortcut Trick

For consecutive years, the rate of interest is calculated on the previous year's amount.

Rate % = [(Difference in Amounts) ÷ (Initial Amount)] × 100

Rate % = [(2,977.54 − 2,809) ÷ 2,809] × 100

Rate % = [168.54 ÷ 2,809] × 100 = 6%

∴ The correct answer is 6%.

Alternate Method

Given:

Amount after 2 years (A₂) = ₹2,809

Amount after 3 years (A₃) = ₹2,977.54

Formula Used:

In compound interest, A = P(1 + R/100)ⁿ. For consecutive years, A_n+1 = A_n(1 + R/100).

Calculations:

⇒ Interest for the 3rd year = A₃ − A₂

⇒ Interest = 2,977.54 − 2,809 = 168.54

⇒ This interest is earned on the principal of ₹2,809 (which is the amount at the end of year 2).

⇒ Rate (R) = (Interest ÷ Principal) × 100

⇒ R = (168.54 ÷ 2,809) × 100

⇒ R = 16854 ÷ 2809

⇒ R = 6%

∴ The correct answer is 6%.

Additional Information

Compound Interest Formula

The amount A after n years is given by A = P(1 + R/100)ⁿ, where P is the principal and R is the annual rate.

Successive Percentage Change

Compound interest is essentially a successive percentage increase. For two years, the effective rate is x + y + (xy/100).

Difference between CI and SI

For 2 years, the difference between CI and SI is P(R/100)².

Data:

Three successive discounts = 20%, 10%, 2%.

Concept:

The single equivalent discount can be found using the formula D = 100 - [100 × (1 - d1/100) × (1 - d2/100) × (1 - d3/100)], where d1, d2, and d3 are the three discounts.

Solution:

Single equivalent discount = 100 - [100 × (1 - 20/100) × (1 - 10/100) × (1 - 2/100)] = 29.44%.

Therefore, the single discount equivalent to the three successive discounts is 29.44%.

Given Data:

Amol can complete work in 96 days

Isha can complete work in 60 days

They work together for 30 days

Concept Used:

Total Work = LCM of individual work units

Calculation:

Calculate LCM of 96 and 60, which is 480.

This represents the total work units.

Work done by Amol in a day,

⇒ 480/96 = 5 units/day

Work done by Isha in a day,

⇒ 480/60 = 8 units/day

Work done by Amol and Isha in 30 days,

⇒ 30 × (5+8) units = 30 × 13 units = 390 units

Remaining work = Total work - Work done,

⇒ 480 units - 390 units = 90 units

Time taken by Amol to complete the remaining work = Remaining work / Work done by Amol per day,

⇒ 90 units / 5 units/day = 18 days

Therefore, Amol will take 18 days to finish the remaining work.

Given data :

Principal (P) = Rs 11,550

Interest rate (r) = 10% per annum

Compound frequency (n) = 1 time per year

Time (t) = 2 years

Two equal instalments (P1 and P2)

Concept:

The principal plus accrued interest after one year minus the first installment equals the second installment after it accrues interest for one year.

Solution:

Calculate the compounded amount after 1 year: P × (1 + r/n)^(nt) ⇒ Rs 11,550 × (1 + 10/100)^(1 × 1) ⇒ Rs 12,705

Let each instalment be X.

Substituting this in our equation gives the balance after the first payment: Rs 12,705 - X

This balance will accrue interest over the next year,

⇒ (Rs 12,705 - X) × (1 + 10/100) ⇒ X

⇒ 1.1 × (Rs 12,705 - X) = X

⇒ 1.1X + X = Rs 13,975.5

⇒ 2.1X = Rs 13,975.5

⇒ X = Rs 13,975.5 / 2.1

⇒ X = (1.1 × Rs 12,705) / 2.1 ⇒ X = Rs 6,655

Therefore, each instalment would be Rs 6655.

Shortcut TrickFormula Used:

P = $\frac{x}{1+\frac{r}{100}}+\frac{x}{(1+\frac{r}{100})^2}+....+\frac{x}{(1+\frac{r}{100})^n}$

Where P = Principal, x = equal installments, and r = rate of interest

Calculation:

According to the formula,

11550 = $\frac{x}{1+\frac{10}{100}}+\frac{x}{(1+\frac{10}{100})^2}$

⇒ 11550 = (10x/11) + (100x/121)

⇒ 1155 = 21x/121

⇒ x = 6655

∴ Each installment is Rs. 6655

Shortcut Trick

Winner's vote percentage = 100% − 44% = 56%

Difference in vote percentages = 56% − 44% = 12%

Since the margin is 7488 votes, 12% → 7488

Winner's votes (56%) = (7488 ÷ 12) × 56

⇒ 624 × 56 = 34944

∴ The correct answer is 34944 votes.

Alternate Method

Given:

Votes received by the losing candidate = 44%

Number of votes by which he lost (margin) = 7488

Formula Used:

Total percentage of votes = 100%

Winning margin = Winner's votes − Loser's votes

Total Votes = 100%

Winner (56%) Loser (44%)

Difference = 12% → 7488 Votes

Calculations:

⇒ Votes received by the winning candidate = 100% − 44% = 56%

⇒ Difference in percentage of votes = 56% − 44% = 12%

⇒ This 12% difference corresponds to the margin of 7488 votes.

⇒ 12% of Total Votes = 7488

⇒ 1% of Total Votes = 7488 ÷ 12 = 624

⇒ Votes received by the winner = 56% × 624

⇒ Winner's votes = 34944

∴ The correct answer is 34944 votes.

Additional Information

Margin of Victory

Margin of Victory is the absolute difference in the number of votes secured by the winning and the nearest losing candidate: Margin = Winner's votes − Runner-up's votes.

Elections Involving Invalid Votes

If a certain percentage of votes are declared invalid, the valid votes become the new base (100%) for calculating the winning margin between candidates.

Percentage Base Change

Always identify what 100% represents in the problem. In simple elections, 100% represents the total votes cast unless invalid votes or non-voters are explicitly mentioned.

Given Data:

ABCD is a rectangle, and so is PQRS.

AB = 12 cm, BC = 8 cm

PS = 5 cm, SR = 9 cm

Concept Used:

Area of a rectangle = Length × Width

Calculation:

The area of rectangle ABCD,

⇒ AB × BC = 12 cm × 8 cm = 96 m2

The area of rectangle PQRS,

⇒ PS × SR = 5 cm × 9 cm = 45 m2

The area of the shaded region = Area of ABCD - Area of PQRS,

⇒ 96 m2 - 45 m2 = 51 m2

Therefore, the area of the shaded region is 51 m2.

Data:

45a + 45b = 6750.

Concept:

Average = (Sum of values) / (Number of values).

Solution:

Average of a and b = 6750 / (2 × 45) = 75.

Therefore, the average of a and b is 75.

Data:

First discount = 30%, Second discount = 15%.

Concept:

The overall percentage discount is calculated using the formula: D = 100 - [100 × (1 - d1/100) × (1 - d2/100)].

Solution:

Overall discount = 100 - [100 × (1 - 30/100) × (1 - 15/100)] = 40.5%.

Therefore, the two reductions are equivalent to a single reduction of 40.5%.

Data:

Average age of a family of 4 members 4 years ago = 16 years.

Concept:

The current average age is calculated by adding the years passed to the old average, and the average age after adding a new member is calculated by dividing the total age by the number of members.

Solution:

Current average age = 16 + 4 = 20 years,

Total age of family now = 20 × 4 = 80 years,

Average age after the baby is born = (80 + 0) / 5 = 16 years.

Therefore, the present average age of the family of 5 members is 16 years.

Data:

Sum of three numbers = 135,

Ratios: first:second = 4:5, second:third = 5:6.

Concept:

The numbers can be found by setting up proportions based on the given ratios.

Solution:

Let the numbers be 4x, 5x, and 6x,

4x + 5x + 6x = 135,

15x = 135,

x = 135 / 15 = 9,

First number = 4x = 4 × 9 = 36.

Therefore, the first number is 36.

The correct answer is “Energises”.

Key Points 

• 'Stimulate' means to provoke or elicit a reaction or response.(उत्तेजित करना)
• Example-The economy was not stimulated by the large investment.
• 'Energises' means to give vitality and enthusiasm to.(ऊर्जा देना)
• Example- The speaker's passionate talk energised the crowd.
• Hence, the option that is similar in meaning to the given word 'stimulate' is 'Energises'.

Therefore, the correct answer is ‘Option 1’.

Additional Information 

• Let’s have a look at the meaning of the remaining options:
• Charms: The power or quality of delightful or attracting others. (मनोहारी)
• Jovial: Characterized by hearty, joyous humor or a spirit of good-fellowship. (हर्षित)
• Auditorium: A large room or building where people gather to hear a performance or speech. (सभागार)

The correct answer is "entry to the show will be."

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Key Points

• The underlined segment “entry in the show will be” contains a prepositional error.
• The error lies in the part “entry in.”
• It must be replaced to “entry to.”
• We use "entry in" when we are referring to being included or listed in a particular group, competition, or category.
• Example: Her name was the first entry in the list of participants.
• We use "entry to" when we are referring to gaining access or admission to a place, event, or location.
• Example: The ticket grants you entry to the museum.
• It clarifies that the entry relates to the show itself.
• That’s why ‘to’ is appropriate.
• The other options are grammatically incorrect.
• So, the correct answer is Option 4.
  

Correct sentence: “The invitation card very clearly mentions that the “entry to the show will be”  closed at 6 p.m.”

The correct answer is "in". 

Key Points

• In this context, the use of the preposition "in" must be appropriate.
• The correct preposition to use with "shade" is "in."
• Therefore, the correct phrase is "in the shade."
• When we sit "in" the shade, we are directly under the shadow that the tree is casting, which is a common expression in English to signify taking shelter from the sunlight.
• The given sentence conveys that the boy was directly under the shadow cast by the tree.
• Therefore, the most contextually correct sentence is: "There was a story about a kind tree and a little boy. He used to sit in the shade of the tree."
• Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".
  

Additional Information 

• Let's analyze other options:
• Near the shade of the tree.
• This doesn't fit correctly because "near" implies that the boy is sitting close to the shade, but not directly within it, which is not typically how we describe someone taking advantage of a tree's shade.
• With the shade of the tree.
• This option is not correct because "with" here implies a sense of companionship, which doesn't fit appropriately in the context of a person sitting under a tree 's shade.
• Beside the shade of the tree.
• This is also incorrect because "beside" signifies that you sit next to the shade, not under it.

The correct answer is "No error". 

Key Points 

• The sentence you provided is correct and does not contain any errors.
• It is grammatically sound and conveys a clear meaning.
• "Always" is an adverb that is typically used before the main verb in a sentence. 
• Example: He always completes his homework.
• Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

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

Key Points

• In the given sentence, the underlined word "Evasive" means someone that avoids giving a direct or clear answer, often to hide the truth (टाल-मटोल करनेवाला).
• Example: His evasive response made us question his integrity.
• The adjective "Truthful" implies someone who tells the truth, is honest, and does not withhold or manipulate information (सचमुच).
• Example: His truthful testimony allowed the judges to make a fair decision.

Therefore, the correct answer is - 'Truthful'.

Additional Information

• 'Freaky' (Option 1) describes something strange, unusual or frightening (अजीब).
• 'Elusive' (Option 2) refers to something difficult to find or capture. In context of a person, can mean difficult to pin down or define (मुश्किल से समझ में आनेवाला).
• 'Greasy' (Option 3) usually describes something slippery, oily, or dishonest (informal usage) (चिपचिपा, धूर्त).

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

Key Points

• The word "Impress" in English means to affect deeply or strongly in mind or feelings; impact (प्रभावित करना).
• Example: The candidate managed to impress the interviewers with her adept problem-solving abilities.
• The term "Influence" refers to the power to change or affect someone or something; the power to cause changes without directly forcing them to happen (प्रभाव).
• Example: His public speeches have the power to influence the mindset of the youth.

Therefore, the correct answer is - 'Influence'.

Additional Information

• 'Anxious' (Option 1) describes a state of unease, such as worry or fear, about a possible future event (चिंतित).
• 'Endure' (Option 2) means to suffer something difficult, painful, or unpleasant patiently (सहन करना).
• 'Suffice' (Option 4) means to be enough or adequate, usually used in the context of needs or requirements (पर्याप्त होना).

The correct answer is 'Option 3' i.e**. 'In the end'.**

Key Points

• The idiom "In the long run" refers to the ultimate outcome or result after a prolonged period.
• In English, it implies "over a long period of time" or "eventually" (लंबे समय के बाद).
• Example: Even though studying can be exhausting, in the long run, your efforts will pay off.
• The term "In the end" signifies the final result or consequence of an action or a series of actions (अंत में).
• Example: In the end, they succeeded because they didn't give up and kept working hard.

Therefore, the correct answer is - 'In the end'.

Additional Information

• 'Purposeful refusing' (Option 1) indicates the act of intentionally denying or rejecting something (सामयिक इनकार).
• 'Simultaneously' (Option 2) refers to events happening at the same time (एक साथ).
• 'Careful running' (Option 4) can refer to running with caution, although it doesn't correspond to a known idiom or phrase (सतर्क दौड़).

The correct answer is "Endavour."

Key Points 

• The incorrectly spelt word is "Endavour."
• "Endeavour" means to try hard. (कठोर परिश्रम करना; भरसक प्रयास करना)
• Example: She endeavoured to finish her work on time.
• The correct answer is Option 2.
  

Additional Information  

• Palpable: that is easily felt by the senses or the mind. (जिसे इंद्रियों द्वारा महसूस किया जा सके; स्पष्ट, प्रत्यक्ष)
• Reckless: not thinking about possible bad or dangerous results that could come from your actions. (दुःसाहसी (अपनी हरकतों के संभावित दुष्‍परिणामों या ख़तरों के प्रति लापरवाह))
• Rubbish: .things that you do not want any more; waste material. (बेकार की चीज़ें; कूड़ा-करकट, रद्दी माल)

The correct answer is "to build wealth." 

Key Points 

• The meaning of the phrase "to possess something" means to have, earn or own something. (किसी वस्‍तु को अधिकार में रखना या उस पर स्‍वामित्‍व होना)
• Example: I want to possess my home.
• The meaning of the phrase "to build wealth" means to earn money : to make a profit. (पैसा कमाना : लाभ कमाना)
• Example: The club build wealth by selling advertisements in the newsletter.
• So, "possess money" can be replaced with "to build wealth."
• Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".
  

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• ​To make physique:To buildthe form or shape of the human body. (मानव शरीर का रूप या आकार निर्माण करना)
• To give support:to agree with and give encouragement to someone or something because you want him, her, or it to succeed. (किसी व्यक्ति या वस्तु से सहमत होना और उसे प्रोत्साहन देना क्योंकि आप चाहते हैं कि वह सफल हो)
• To make strategy: the art of devising or employing plans or stratagems toward a goal.(किसी लक्ष्य के लिए योजनाएँ या युक्तियाँ तैयार करने या नियोजित करने की कला)

The correct answer is "Physiotherapist."

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• The incorrectly spelt word is "phyziotherapist."
• The correctly spelt word is "Physiotherapist."
• "Physiotherapist" means a person who is trained to use physiotherapy. (फ़िज़ियोथेरापी द्वारा इलाज करने वाला व्‍यक्ति; फ़िज़ियोथेरापिस्‍ट)
• Example: In six programmes, eligibility to the exercise component of the programme was decided by a cardiologist or a physiotherapist.
• The correct answer is Option 3.
  

Correct sentence: She needs to visit a physiotherapist.

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

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• The word "Capture" in English means to take into one's possession or control by force or stratagem; to seize (पकड़ना).
• Example: The king sent his army to capture the enemy fortress.
• The word "Liberate" is an antonym of "Capture", meaning to set free, especially from imprisonment or oppression (मुक्त करना).
• Example: The soldiers were sent to liberate the hostages captured by the insurgents.

Therefore, the correct answer is - 'Liberate'.

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• 'Abolish' (Option 1) means to officially end a law, system etc., especially one that has existed for a long time (समाप्त करना).
• 'Establish' (Option 2) means to set up or found, especially relating to an organization or a system (स्थापित करना).
• 'Seize' (Option 4) often used interchangeably with 'capture', means to take hold of hastily, forcibly, or with authority (जब्त करना).

The correct answer is “Biased”.

Key Points

• 'Partial' implies having a particular liking or bias towards someone or something. It suggests an inclination that prevents objective consideration of an issue or situation.(पक्षपाती)
• Example- The judge was removed from the case due to being partial.'
• Biased' has a similar meaning to 'partial'. It denotes having a tendency to lean in favor or against one thing, person, or group compared with another, often in a way considered to be unfair.(पक्षपाती)
• Example- The parents seemed more biased towards their younger child.
• Hence, the option that is similar in meaning to the given word 'partial' is 'Biased'.

Therefore, the correct answer is ‘Option 4’.

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• Let’s have a look at the meaning of the remaining options:
• Coward: A person who lacks courage in the face of danger or difficulty.(डरपोक)
• Weak: Lacking physical strength and energy. It refers to something that is not strong or powerful.(कमजोर)
• Corrupt: Having been altered from its original form. It can also refer to a person who is willing to act dishonestly in return for money or personal gain.(भ्रष्ट)

The correct answer is 'Option 1' i.e. 'Carrying a lot of weapons'.

Key Points

• The idiom "Armed to the teeth" means to be heavily armed with weapons or to be excessively equipped with resources.
• In English, it signifies "carrying a lot of weapons" (शस्त्रों से पूर्णतः सज्जित होना).
• Example: The bank robbers were armed to the teeth when they entered the bank.
• The term "Carrying a lot of weapons" is a literal translation of being armed heavily or being excessively equipped for attack or defense (ढेर सारे हथियार ले कर चलना).
• Example: The soldiers were carrying a lot of weapons during their mission to infiltrate enemy lines.

Therefore, the correct answer is - 'Carrying a lot of weapons'.

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• 'Decide to continue in spite of difficulties' (Option 2) implies a situation where one chooses to proceed, even in the face of challenging conditions or adversity (कठिनाइयों के बावजूद जारी रखने का फैसला करना).
• 'Very frustrated' (Option 3) describes a state of dissatisfaction or annoyance resulting from unresolved problems or unfulfilled goals (बहुत ही निराश).
• 'Very difficult to do' (Option 4) refers to a task that requires a great deal of effort or skill to accomplish (करना बहुत कठिन होता है).

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

Key Points

• The word "Hesitate" in English means to pause before saying or doing something, often because of uncertainty or insecurity (हिचकिचाना).
• Example: He hesitated for a moment before jumping into the pool.
• The word "Resolve" is an antonym of "Hesitate", meaning to come to a definite decision about; to determine (निश्चय करना).
• Example: Sarah had a firm resolve to complete her assignment on time.

Therefore, the correct answer is - 'Resolve'.

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• 'Reform' (Option 1) means to make changes in something in order to improve it (सुधारना).
• 'Vacillate' (Option 2) similar to hesitate, it means to keep changing your opinion or thoughts, usually in a situation of uncertainty (अनिश्चित रहना).
• **'Imitate' (**Option 3) means to copy or mimic the behavior or actions of another (नकल करना).

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

Key Points

• The word "Reluctant" in English means unwilling and hesitant; disinclined (अनिच्छुक).
• Example: He was reluctant to share his personal information with strangers
• The word "Willing" is an antonym of "Reluctant", meaning ready, eager, or prepared to do something (इच्छुक).
• Example: She was always willing to help those in need.

Therefore, the correct answer is - 'Willing'.

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• 'Cautious' (Option 1) means careful to avoid potential problems or dangers (सतर्क).
• 'Resistant' (Option 3) similar to reluctant, it means opposed to something and trying to prevent it from happening (प्रतिरोधी).
• 'Miserable' (Option 4) means very unhappy; wretched (दुखी).

The correct answer is "to."

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Key Points

• The preposition that commonly follows "traveling" is "to."
• Example: She loves traveling to exotic places.
• The correct answer is Option 4.
• Correct paragraph:

Tourists Travelling to Jammu and Kashmir have another attraction – a floating post office on the Dal Lake in Srinagar, the first in the country. Floating Post Office, Dal Lake – claimed to be the only one such post office in the world – is ______ (2) ______ on an intricately carved maroon houseboat, fastened on the western edge of the Dal Lake

The correct answer is "built."

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Key Points

• In this sentence, the correct form of the verb "build" to use is "built."
• The past participle "built" is used here to indicate that the Floating Post Office was constructed in the past and is now in existence.
• The correct answer is Option 4.
• Correct paragraph:

Tourists Travelling to Jammu and Kashmir have another attraction – a floating post office on the Dal Lake in Srinagar, the first in the country. Floating Post Office, Dal Lake – claimed to be the only one such post office in the world – is built on an intricately carved maroon houseboat, fastened on the western edge of the Dal Lake

The correct answer is "avail."

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Key Points

• "Avail" means help or benefit. (मदद या लाभ)
• Example: Our efforts availed us nothing.
• This sentence conveys that while you're afloat, you can use this post office to access all of the nation's usual postal services.
• The correct answer is Option 2.
• Correct paragraph:

This post office lets you avail all the regular postal services available in the country while being afloat. The seal used on everything posted from the Floating Post Office is unique – along with the date and address. It bears the design of a boatman rowing a Shikara on the Dal Lake. The special feature of this post office is that letters posted from here carry a special design which has the picturesque scenery of Dal Lake and Srinagar city. These pictures reach wherever these letters are posted to and ______ (4) ______ promote Kashmir as a tourist destination across the world.

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• Seen: to become conscious of something, using your eyes; to use the power of sight. (देखना, नेत्रों द्वारा प्रत्‍यक्ष करना; दृष्टि-शक्ति का प्रयोग करना)
• Account: to think of someone or something in the stated way. (किसी व्यक्ति या वस्तु के बारे में बताए गए तरीके से सोचना)
• Mileage: the distance that has been travelled, measured in miles. (तय की गई दूरी जो मीलों में नापी गई है, मील-दूरी; माइलेज)

The correct answer is "hence."

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• "Hence" means for this reason. (अतएव, इस कारण से, फलतः)
• Example: I haven't slept properly for days, hence the bags under the eyes.
• This sentence conveys that these images get to wherever these letters are sent, therefore promoting Kashmir as a travel destination worldwide.
• The correct answer is Option 4.
• Correct paragraph :

This post office lets you avail all the regular postal services available in the country while being afloat. The seal used on everything posted from the Floating Post Office is unique – along with the date and address. It bears the design of a boatman rowing a Shikara on the Dal Lake. The special feature of this post office is that letters posted from here carry a special design which has the picturesque scenery of Dal Lake and Srinagar city. These pictures reach wherever these letters are posted to and hence promote Kashmir as a tourist destination across the world.

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• However: (used for adding a comment to what you have just said) although something is true. ((अभी कही बात के साथ कुछ और कहने के लिए प्रयुक्त) तथापि, तो भी)
• In hindsight: the ability to understand, after something has happened, why or how it was done and how it might have been done better. (कुछ घटित होने के बाद, यह समझने की क्षमता कि यह क्यों या कैसे किया गया और यह कैसे बेहतर किया जा सकता था)
• Than: used when you are comparing two things. (दो वस्‍तुओं की तुलना के लिए प्रयुक्त से, की अपेक्षा)

The correct answer is "serves."

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Key Points

• "Serves" means to give food or drink to somebody during a meal; to take an order and then bring food or drink to somebody in a restaurant, bar, etc. (भोजन परोसना; रेस्‍तराँ, बार आदि में ग्राहकों से आदेश लेकर खाद्य और पेय पदार्थ उन्‍हें पहुँचाना)
• Example: She serves me dinner.
• This sentence conveys that two modest rooms make up the post office's houseboat: one is used as the office, and the other is a little museum that chronicles the state postal department's philatelic past.
• The correct answer is Option 2.
• Correct paragraph :

The post office’s houseboat has two small rooms – one serves as the office and the other a small museum that traces the philatelic history of the state postal department. It has a shop that sells postage stamps and other products.

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• Guides: to help a person or a group of people to find the way to a place; to show somebody a place that you know well. (व्‍यक्ति या व्‍यक्ति समूह को कहीं जाने का रास्‍ता बताना; किसी को वह स्‍थान दिखाना जिसे आप जानते हैं)
• Handles: to touch or hold something with your hand(s). (हाथ से छूना या सँभालना)
• Directs: to point or send something towards somebody/something or in a particular direction. (किसी दिशा विशेष की ओर किसी बात का संकेत करना या लक्ष्‍य करन)

'जैसा उचित हो वैसा' इस वाक्यांश के लिए सार्थक शब्द है- यथोचित अन्य विकल्प असंगत है। 

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• जैसा उचित हो वैसा - यथोचित

अन्य विकल्प-

Additional Informationकुछ महत्वपूर्ण वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द:-

“पत्र में जो कहा है, सब झूठ है।" वाक्य में क्रिया सम्बन्धी त्रुटि पहचानकर शुद्ध वाक्य होगा- पत्र में जो लिखा है, सब झूठ है। अन्य सभी विकल्प असंगत है। 

Key Points 

• त्रुटिपूर्ण वाक्य - पत्र में जो कहा है, सब झूठ है।
• दिए गये वाक्य में 'क्रिया प्रयोग' की त्रुटि है।
• यहाँ 'कहा' सार्थक शब्द नही है और इससे सही अर्थ प्रकट नही हो रहा।
• अत: सार्थक शब्द 'लिखा' होना चाहिए।
• त्रुटिरहित वाक्य- पत्र में जो लिखा है, सब झूठ है।

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 क्रिया संबंधी अशुद्धि:-

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