SSC GD Constable (2022) Official Paper (Held On : 09 Feb 2023 Shift 4) (Previous Year Paper)

Given Statements:

All drinks are shakes.

All teas are shakes.

All shakes are coffee.

The least possible Venn diagram for the given statement is:

Conclusions:

I. All coffees are teas - False (Because, Some coffee are tea, but All coffees are teas can be possible only).

II.  All coffees are drinks - False (Because, Some coffees are drinks, but All coffees are drinks can be possible only).

III. Some coffees are shakes - True (Because, All shakes are coffees also gives some coffees are shakes).

So, Only conclusion III follows.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

The correct mirror image of the given figure is:

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

The logic followed here is:

Logic: All the symbols given in the top of the image are shifting one place in each next image.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

Given:

‘war door’ is coded as ‘plane potato’,

‘cauliflower war’ is coded as ‘racecar plane’,

‘door tower’ is coded as ‘potato mountain’.

Here, 'tower' will be coded as 'mountain'.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

Given: Seven people, A, B, C, D, E, F and G are sitting in a straight row, facing north.

1) D sits to the extreme right.

2_ A sits third to the left of D. 

3. Only two people sit between A and F.

4. B is an immediate neighbour of F.

5. Only one person sits between C and D.

6. G is not an immediate neighbour of A.

And, E will sit on the remaining place.

Here, 'F' sits to the extreme left.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

The logic followed here is:

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

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

The logic followed here is:

Logic: The second word is the term related to the first word.

Here,

Litchi ∶ Fruit → Litchi is a Fruit.

Similarly,

Jive ∶ Dance → Jive is a from of Dance.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

The logic followed here is:

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

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

Given equation: 92 * 4 * 5 * 5 * 5 * 7

BODMAS Table: 

Let's check each option one by one.

Option 1) ÷, =, ×, +, −

Given: 92 * 4 * 5 * 5 * 5 * 7

After replacing the * signs we get;

⇒ 92 ÷ 4 = 5 × 5 + 5 - 7

⇒ 23 = 25 + 5 - 7

⇒ 23 = 30 - 7

⇒ 23 = 23

⇒ LHS = RHS

Option 2) −, +, =, ÷, ×

Given: 92 * 4 * 5 * 5 * 5 * 7

After replacing the * signs we get;

⇒ 92 - 4 + 5 = 5 ÷ 5 × 7

⇒ 97 - 4 = 25 × 7

⇒ 93 ≠ 175

⇒ LHS ≠ RHS

Option 3) =, +, −, ×, ÷

Given: 92 * 4 * 5 * 5 * 5 * 7

After replacing the * signs we get;

⇒ 92 = 4 + 5 - 5 × 5 ÷ 7

⇒ 92 = 4 + 5 - 5 × 0.71

⇒ 92 = 4 + 5 - 3.55

⇒ 92 = 9 - 3.55

⇒ 92 ≠ 5.45

⇒ LHS ≠ RHS

Option 4) ×, ÷, =, −, +

Given: 92 * 4 * 5 * 5 * 5 * 7

After replacing the * signs we get;

⇒ 92 × 4 ÷ 5 = 5 - 5 + 7

⇒ 92 × 0.8 = 12 - 5

⇒ 73.6 ≠ 8

⇒ LHS ≠ RHS

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

Family Chart:

Decoding the Symbols:

 

Given: C + D – L ÷ P × Q × V

It means: C is the Brother of D, D is the Mother of L, L is the Sister of P, P is the Son of Q, Q is the Son of V.

Option 1: C is P’s father’s brother - False (C is P's mother Brother).

Option 2: L is Q’s daughter - True

Option 3: D is V’s son’s wife - True

Option 4: D is P’s mother - True

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

The logic followed here is:

For, ‘PASTE’ is written as ‘FUTBQ’,

‘VIBES’ is written as ‘TFCJW’,

Similarly, for 'START'

So, 'START' will be written as 'USBUT'.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

Given equation: 162 ÷ 9 × 16 + 18 - 27 = 126

BODMAS Table: 

Let's check each option one by one.

Option 1) 16 and 9

Given: 162 ÷ 9 × 16 + 18 - 27 = 126

After interchanging the numbers we get;

⇒ 162 ÷ 16 × 9 + 18 - 27 = 126

⇒ 10.125 × 9 + 18 - 27 = 126

⇒ 91.125 + 18 - 27 = 126

⇒ 109.125 - 27 = 126

⇒ 82.125 ≠ 126

⇒ LHS ≠ RHS

Option 2) 9 and 18

Given: 162 ÷ 9 × 16 + 18 - 27 = 126

After interchanging the numbers we get;

⇒ 162 ÷ 18 × 16 + 9 - 27 = 126

⇒ 9 × 16 + 9 - 27 = 126

⇒ 144 + 9 - 27 = 126

⇒ 153 - 27 = 126

⇒ 126 = 126

⇒ LHS = RHS

Option 3) 18 and 27

Given: 162 ÷ 9 × 16 + 18 - 27 = 126

After interchanging the numbers we get;

⇒ 162 ÷ 9 × 16 + 27 - 18 = 126

⇒ 18 × 16 + 27 - 18 = 126

⇒ 288 + 27 - 18 = 126

⇒ 315 - 18 = 126

⇒ 297 ≠ 126

⇒ LHS ≠ RHS

Option 4) 27 and 9

Given: 162 ÷ 9 × 16 + 18 - 27 = 126

After interchanging the numbers we get;

⇒ 162 ÷ 27 × 16 + 18 - 9 = 126

⇒ 6 × 16 + 18 - 9 = 126

⇒ 96 + 18 - 9 = 126

⇒ 114 - 9 = 126

⇒ 105 ≠ 126

⇒ LHS ≠ RHS

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

The logic followed here is:

Logic: 1st number **× (**1st number + 0.5) = 2nd number.

Now,

For, 14 ∶ 203

⇒ 14 × (14 + 0.5)

⇒ 14 × 14.5 = 203.

For, 18 ∶ 333

⇒ 18 × (18 + 0.5)

⇒ 18 × 18.5 = 333.

Similarly, for 16 ∶ ?

⇒ 16 × (16 + 0.5)

⇒ 16 × 16.5 = 264.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

The paper after unfolded will be:

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

The logic followed here is:

So, '127' will replace the question mark in  the given series.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

Given: Six students Fernandes, Dsouza, Marc, Dmello, Anthony and Charlene are sitting around a circular table facing the centre.

1. Fernandes is sitting to the immediate right of Dsouza.

2. Marc is sitting second to the left of Fernandes.

3. Anthony is sitting second to the right of Dsouza.

4. Dmello is sitting to the immediate left of Marc.

5. Charlene is sitting to the immediate right of Anthony.

Here, 'Anthony' is sitting between Fernandes and Charlene.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

The image embedded in given figure is as shown below:

Hence, "Option 4" is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

For, HONK ∶ MPRK

For, STAR ∶ TCWV

Similarly, for LONE ∶ ?

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

The logic followed here is:

So, '79, 92' will replace the question mark in  the given series.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

The correct dictionary order for the give words are:

2. Desert
3. Deserve
4. Design
5. Designate
6. Desist

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

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

The correct answer is loan.

Key Points

• PMMY aims to provide loans up to Rs. 10 lakhs to non-corporate small business units.
• PMMY has been launched under the aegis of the Micro Units Development and Refinance Agency (MUDRA) which is a subsidiary of Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI).
• The objective of PMMY is to promote entrepreneurship and facilitate the growth of small businesses in the country by providing easy access to credit.
• The scheme offers three types of loans: Shishu (up to Rs. 50,000), Kishore (Rs. 50,001 to Rs. 5 lakhs) and Tarun (Rs. 5,00,001 to Rs. 10 lakhs).

Additional Information

• Skill training is provided under other schemes such as Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana.
• ​Encouraging aptitude towards employable skills and boosting working efficiency of potential and current daily wage earners are the goals of the PMKVY scheme.
• The average prize amount per individual has remained at ₹8,000.
• House subsidy is provided under schemes such as Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana.
• ​It is divided into two parts: the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) (PMAY-U) for the impoverished in urban areas, and the Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana (Gramin) (PMAY-G and PMAY-R) for those in rural areas.
• The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs oversees the former, while the Ministry of Rural Development oversees the latter.

The correct answer is Manipuri.

Key Points

• Manipuri dance is commonly associated with Charu Sija Mathur.
• Charu Sija Mathur hails from a well-known, culturally conscious family in Delhi.
• Manipuri is a classical dance form that originated in the northeastern state of Manipur, India.
• It is characterized by graceful movements, intricate footwork, and the use of traditional Manipuri costumes and musical instruments.
• The dance form is deeply rooted in the culture and mythology of Manipur, and often depicts stories from Hindu mythology and the lives of the people of Manipur.
• Manipuri dance is known for its fluidity and softness, and is often performed in a circular pattern, with the dancers moving in and out of the circle.

Additional Information

• Chhau is a traditional dance form from eastern India, primarily performed in the states of Jharkhand, West Bengal, and Odisha.
• It is known for its martial arts-inspired movements and use of masks.
• Kuchipudi is a classical dance form from the southern state of Andhra Pradesh, India.
• It is characterized by fast footwork, intricate hand gestures, and expressive facial expressions.
• Odissi is a classical dance form from the eastern state of Odisha, India.
• It is known for its fluid movements, graceful poses, and use of hand gestures and facial expressions.

The correct answer is Parvati.

Key Points

• Gangaur is a festival celebrated in Rajasthan, Haryana, and parts of Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh.
• It is a celebration of the harvest season and the onset of spring.
• During Gangaur, married women worship the goddess Parvati, who symbolizes marital bliss and fertility.
• The festival lasts for 18 days and culminates with a grand procession of the idol of Parvati and her consort Shiva.

Additional Information

• Saraswati is the goddess of knowledge, music, arts, and science.
• She is worshipped during the festival of Saraswati Puja.
• Kali is the goddess of time, change, and destruction.
• She is worshipped during the festival of Kali Puja.
• Lakshmi is the goddess of wealth, prosperity, and fortune.
• She is worshipped during the festival of Diwali.

The correct answer is Article 51A.

Key Points

• Article 51A sets out the different Fundamental Duties for Indian citizens.
• The moral duty of all people to support the growth of patriotism and the preservation of India's unity is referred to as the Fundamental Duties.
• The Indian Constitution's Part IVA governs Fundamental Duties.
• There are currently eleven fundamental duties.
• The Constitution was amended by the 42nd and 86th Constitutional Amendment Acts, adding basic duties.
• The Constitution requires citizens to carry out their duties in an ethical manner.

Additional Information

• Moral and civic duties are the two categories into which fundamental duties fall.
• Moral duty includes upholding the lofty goals of the freedom movement.
• Respecting the Constitution, the flag, and the national anthem is a civic duty.
• Unlike several other Fundamental Rights, the Fundamental Duties are exclusive to Indian nationals and do not apply to foreigners.
• Similar to the Directive Principles of State Policy, they are likewise nonjusticiable.
• There is no legal repercussion for their transgression.

The correct answer is Attorney - General for India.

Key Points

• Article 76 of the Indian Constitution deals with the appointment, duties, qualifications, and powers of the Attorney-General for India.
• The Attorney-General for India is the highest law officer of the country and acts as the legal advisor to the Government of India.
• The Attorney-General is appointed by the President of India and holds office during the pleasure of the President.
• The Attorney-General has the right to speak and take part in the proceedings of both the Houses of Parliament but is not entitled to vote.

Additional Information

• The Council of Ministers is a body of senior government officials who assist the Prime Minister in the administration of the country.
• Article 74 of the Indian Constitution deals with the Council of Ministers.
• The Governor of India is the constitutional head of a state in India and is appointed by the President of India.
• Article 153 of the Indian Constitution deals with the Governor.
• The Home Minister is a senior cabinet minister in the Government of India and is responsible for maintaining law and order in the country.
• Article 352 of the Indian Constitution deals with emergency powers of the Home Minister.

The correct answer is Vinay Mohan Kwatra.

Key Points

• Vinay Mohan Kwatra is serving as the 34th Foreign Secretary of India from 2022.
• Vinay Mohan Kwatra is a 1988-batch Indian Foreign Service officer who has held several key positions in the Ministry of External Affairs, including as India's Ambassador to France and Monaco and India's High Commissioner to Sri Lanka.
• The chief administrative officer of the Ministry of External Affairs and India's top diplomat is the Foreign Secretary.

Additional Information

• Subrahmanyam Jaishankar was the 33rd Foreign Secretary of India who served from January 2015 to January 2018.
• He is currently serving as India's Minister of External Affairs.
• Vijay Keshav Gokhale was the 31st Foreign Secretary of India who served from January 2018 to January 2020.
  

He has previously served as India's Ambassador to China and as India's High Commissioner to Malaysia.

• Harsh Vardhan Shringla was the 33rd Foreign Secretary of India who served from January 2020 to January 2022.
• He is currently serving as India's Ambassador to the United States.
• The role of the Foreign Secretary of India is to act as the administrative head of the Ministry of External Affairs and to advise the Prime Minister and other Ministers on matters of foreign policy.
• The Foreign Secretary also represents India in international forums and negotiates with foreign governments on behalf of the Indian government.

The correct answer is Mathura.

Key Points

• The Kushanas were a Central Asian dynasty that ruled over a vast empire in South Asia from the 1st to the 3rd century CE.
• The Kushanas had two capitals, the first being Purushpur (modern-day Peshawar in Pakistan) and the second being Mathura (in Uttar Pradesh, India).
• Mathura emerged as the second capital of the Kushanas during the reign of Kanishka I (127-150 CE), who is considered the greatest of the Kushana kings.
• Mathura was a strategically important city as it was located at the junction of two major trade routes and was also a major center of Buddhism and Hinduism.

Additional Information

• Kannauj was an important city in medieval India and served as the capital of several dynasties, including the Gurjara-Pratiharas and the Rashtrakutas.
• The classical name Kanyakubja has been distorted to become the name of the city.
• Pataliputra was the capital of the Mauryan and Gupta empires and was also an important center of learning and culture.
• The city of Pataliputra was founded by Udayin at the meeting point of the Son and Ganges rivers.

The correct answer is Mitochondria.

Key Points

• Mitochondria is known as the powerhouses of the cell.
• Mitochondria are organelles found in eukaryotic cells that are responsible for producing energy in the form of ATP.
• They have their own DNA and can replicate themselves, which suggests that they may have evolved from independent bacteria that were engulfed by early eukaryotic cells.
• Mitochondria have a unique structure that allows them to carry out their function efficiently.
• They are composed of an outer and inner membrane, with the inner membrane folded into structures called cristae.
• Mitochondria are involved in a range of cellular processes beyond energy production, including calcium signaling, apoptosis, and the synthesis of certain biomolecules.

Additional Information

• Lysosomes are organelles that contain digestive enzymes.
• They are involved in breaking down cellular waste and foreign substances.
• Ribosomes are molecular machines that synthesize proteins.
• Some are located in the cytoplasm and others attached to the endoplasmic reticulum.
• The nucleus is the organelle that contains the genetic material of the cell and regulates gene expression.
• The nuclear membrane, chromosomes, nucleoplasm, and nucleolus make up the nucleus' structural components.

The correct answer is Personal income tax.

Key Points

• A direct tax is a tax that is paid directly to the government by the taxpayer.
• It is usually based on the income or wealth of the taxpayer.
• Personal income tax is a direct tax that is levied by the government on the income of individuals, including salaries, wages, and other forms of income.
• It is a progressive tax, which means that the tax rate increases as the income of the taxpayer increases.

Additional Information

• Custom duty is a tax that is levied on goods that are imported or exported from a country.
• It is usually charged as a percentage of the value of the goods and is collected by customs officials at the border.
• Excise tax is a tax that is levied on goods that are produced within a country.
• It is usually charged as a percentage of the value of the goods and is collected by the government from the manufacturers or producers of the goods.
• G.S.T. or Goods and Services Tax is a tax that is levied on the sale of goods and services.
• It is charged as a percentage of the value of the goods or services and is collected by businesses that are registered for G.S.T.

The correct answer is 28 × 15 m.

Key Points

• The basketball court is a rectangular court with a standard size of 28 meters in length and 15 meters in width.
• The measurements are taken from the inner edge of the boundary line, which marks the playing area of the court.
• The playing area, with baskets at either end, is the basketball court.
• The rims of each basket on an indoor basketball court are typically 3.048 meters high and are almost always made of polished wood, typically maple.
• Common paving materials like concrete or asphalt are used to create outdoor surfaces.
• Glass basketball courts may be used in international competitions.

Additional Information

• The main goal of basketball, a team sport, is to shoot a basketball through the opponent's hoop while keeping the other team from doing the same.
• Two teams, usually consisting of five players each, engage in this activity.
• Unless it is made from behind the three-point line, in which case it is for three points, a field goal is worth two.
• Following a foul, the player who was fouled or chosen to shoot a technical foul is awarded one, two, or three one-point free throws.
• The timed play then ends.
• The team with the most points at the end of regulation play wins; however, if the score is tied at the completion of regulation play, overtime must be played.

The correct answer is Womesh Chandra Bonnerjee.

Key Points

• Womesh Chandra Bonnerjee was the president of the first session of Congress held in 1885.
• He was a prominent Indian barrister and a member of the Indian National Association.
• The first session of the Indian National Congress held in 1885 was attended by 72 delegates from across India.
• The main objective of the Congress was to promote political and social reforms and to work towards Indian independence from British rule.

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Additional Information

• The Indian National Congress was founded in 1885 by Allan Octavian Hume.
• He was a retired British civil servant and a political reformer who played a significant role in the Indian independence movement.
• Dadabhai Naoroji was the first Indian to be elected to the British Parliament.
• He was a prominent figure in the Indian National Congress and a strong advocate for Indian independence.
• Dinshaw Wacha was a lawyer and politician who served as the president of the Indian National Congress in 1901.
• He was a supporter of the Swadeshi movement and played a key role in the Indian independence movement.

The correct answer is Town Bardowali.

Key Points

• Manik Saha, chief minister of Tripura, won the by-election held in June 2022 from the Town Bardowali constituency.
• Manik Saha was appointed as the chief minister of Tripura on 10 March 2022, following the resignation of the previous chief minister Biplab Kumar Deb.
• The by-election in the Town Bardowali constituency was held after the resignation of the sitting MLA, Sudip Roy Barman, who joined the BJP after leaving the Trinamool Congress.
• The Tripura Legislative Assembly has a total of 60 seats, out of which 59 are elected and one is nominated.
• The current ruling party in Tripura is the BJP, which won a majority in the 2018 assembly elections by winning 36 out of 60 seats.

Additional Information

• The Gakulnagar constituency is located in the Dhalai district of Tripura.
• It was won by the BJP candidate in the 2018 assembly elections.
• Agartala is the capital city of Tripura.
• It has two assembly constituencies, Agartala and Agartala West.
• Belonia is a city in the South Tripura district of Tripura.
• It has one assembly constituency, Belonia.

The correct answer is Bhutan.

Key Points

• Bhutan is the smallest neighbouring country of India area wise.
• Bhutan has an area of 38,394 square kilometers.
• Bhutan is located in the eastern Himalayas and is known for its stunning natural beauty.
• Bhutan is a landlocked country and shares borders with India, China, and Nepal.

Additional Information

• Nepal is located in the Himalayas and shares a border with India to the north.
• It has an area of 147,181 square kilometers.
• Sri Lanka is an island nation located in the Indian Ocean.
• It has an area of 65,610 square kilometers and is separated from India by the Palk Strait.
• Maldives is an island nation located in the Indian Ocean and has an area of 300 square kilometers.
• ​It is located south of India and is not a contiguous neighbour.

The correct answer is Building mountains.

Key Points

• Endogenic forces are the forces that originate from within the Earth's crust and result in the formation of landforms.
• Building mountains is an example of endogenic forces as it involves tectonic activity where two tectonic plates collide, leading to the uplift of the Earth's crust and the formation of mountains.
• Glaciers are a result of exogenic forces (external forces) such as changes in climate and weather patterns.
• Sea-waves are a result of exogenic forces such as wind patterns, tides, and ocean currents.
• Wind is also result of an exogenic force that shapes the Earth's surface by eroding and depositing sediments.

Additional Information

• The Himalayas, the Andes, and the Rockies are examples of mountain ranges formed due to tectonic activity.
• Glaciers are large masses of ice that form in high-altitude areas where the temperature is below freezing.
• They are formed due to a combination of factors such as temperature, precipitation, and topography.
• Glaciers can shape the landscape by eroding rocks, creating valleys, and leaving behind moraines (piles of rocks and debris).
• Sea-waves are created due to a combination of factors such as wind patterns, tides, and ocean currents.
• They can shape the coastline by eroding rocks, creating sea cliffs, and depositing sediments to form beaches.
• Wind is a result of differences in atmospheric pressure that cause air to move from high-pressure areas to low-pressure areas.
• Wind can shape the Earth's surface by eroding rocks, creating sand dunes, and depositing sediments to form landforms such as deltas.

The correct answer is Bromine.

Key Points

• Bromine (Br) is a halogen and is located in the fourth period.
• The third period includes elements from sodium (Na) to argon (Ar).
• Silicon (Si) and phosphorus (P) are both located in the third period.
• Argon (Ar) is a noble gas and is located in the third period.

Additional Information

• Potassium (K), Calcium (Ca), Scandium (Sc), Titanium (Ti), Vanadium (V), Chromium (Cr), Manganese (Mn), Iron (Fe), Cobalt (Co), Nickel (Ni), Copper (Cu), Zinc (Zn), Gallium (Ga), Germanium (Ge), Arsenic (As), Selenium (Se), Bromine (Br), and Krypton (Kr) are the elements associated with Period 4.
• There are a total of eighteen elements in the fourth period of the current periodic table.
• Ten d block elements, six p block elements, and two s block elements are among them.

The correct answer is Allahabad.

Key Points

• Major Dhyan Chand was a legendary Indian hockey player who was born on August 29, 1905, in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh.
• He is widely regarded as one of the greatest hockey players of all time and his contribution to the sport is unmatched.
• Major Dhyan Chand's real name was Dhyan Singh and he was from a family of hockey players.
• His father, Sameshwar Dutt Singh, was a Subedar in the British Indian Army and played hockey for the army team.
• Major Dhyan Chand joined the army himself in 1922 and was soon selected for the Indian Army hockey team.
• He went on to represent India in three Olympic Games and won gold medals in all of them.
• He was also a part of the Indian team that won the 1936 Berlin Olympics, where he scored three goals in the final against Germany.

Additional Information

• Allahabad, the birthplace of Major Dhyan Chand, is a city in Uttar Pradesh that is known for its rich history and cultural heritage.
• It is located at the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers and is considered one of the holiest cities in India.
• Aligarh is a city in Uttar Pradesh that is known for its educational institutions, including the famous Aligarh Muslim University.
• Lucknow is the capital city of Uttar Pradesh and is known for its rich history, culture, and cuisine.
• Dehradun is the capital city of Uttarakhand and is known for its scenic beauty and proximity to the Himalayas.

The correct answer is World Bank.

Key Points

• The World Bank was established in 1944 and is headquartered in Washington D.C.
• It is one of the largest sources of funding for development projects in the world.
• The World Bank provides loans and grants to governments of developing countries for various projects, including infrastructure, education, health, and agriculture, among others.
• The World Bank has two main institutions- the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) and the International Development Association (IDA), which provide loans and grants to countries based on their income levels and development needs.
• The World Bank also provides technical assistance and advisory services to governments for policy reforms and institutional strengthening to promote sustainable development.

Additional Information

• State Bank of India is the largest commercial bank in India, which provides banking services to individuals, businesses, and corporate clients.
• It is headquartered in Mumbai.
• Its chairperson is Dinesh Kumar Khara.
• Reserve Bank of India is the central bank of India, which regulates the monetary policy and currency circulation in the country.
• It is headquartered in Mumbai.
• Its governor is Shaktikanta Das.
• Central Bank of India is a public sector bank in India, which provides various banking services to customers, including loans, deposits, and investment products.
• MD CEO of Central Bank of India is Matam Venkata Rao.
• It is headquartered in Mumbai.

The correct answer is accessibility and affordability.

Key Points

• Accessibility and affordability need to be integrated into our basic health infrastructure along with education and technology.
• Accessibility and affordability are critical factors in ensuring that basic healthcare is available to all, especially those in low-income and marginalized communities.
• Education is important to increase awareness about healthcare and disease prevention, and to train healthcare professionals.
• Technology can be used to improve healthcare delivery, such as telemedicine and electronic health records.
• Communication is also important to ensure that healthcare information is disseminated effectively and accurately.

Additional Information

• The Indian government has entered into credit arrangements with foreign organizations to borrow up to Rs 13,879 crore for the purpose of strengthening its health infrastructure.
• Loan agreements have been signed in order to supplement PM-ABHIM, which was introduced in October 2021 and will last until FY 2025–2026.
• One of the biggest national initiatives in India to improve the nation's healthcare system is the Prime Minister's Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission.
• Its objectives are to create 11,024 urban Health and Wellness Centers across the nation and support 17,788 rural Health and Wellness Centers in ten "high focus" states.

The correct answer is Cheraw dance.

Key Points

• Cheraw dance is a traditional folk dance of Mizoram, a state in northeastern India.
• It is also known as bamboo dance as it involves dancers moving in and out of a set of bamboo poles being held by other dancers.
• The ladies dancers enter and exit the bamboo formations with grace, while the men dancers manipulate the bamboos to a rhythmic beat.

Additional Information

• Dhumal dance is a folk dance of Jammu and Kashmir.
• It is performed by the men of the Wattal tribe on specific auspicious occasions.
• Chhau dance is a tribal martial dance form.
• It originated in eastern India, primarily in the states of Jharkhand, West Bengal, and Odisha.
• Koli dance is a folk dance of Maharashtra, a state in western India.
• It is performed by the Koli community during their festivals and celebrations.

The correct answer is Nobel peace prize.

Key Points

• Norman Borlaug was a renowned American agronomist and humanitarian who is often referred to as the father of the Green Revolution.
• He is credited with developing high-yielding, disease-resistant wheat varieties that helped increase food production in many countries.
• Borlaug was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1970 in recognition of his contributions to world peace through increasing food supply, particularly in developing countries.
• He was the first agricultural scientist to receive this prestigious award.

Additional Information

• The Green Revolution was a period of intense technological innovation in agriculture that began in the mid-20th century and resulted in increased crop yields and food production in many parts of the world.
• It involved the development and dissemination of high-yielding crop varieties, the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides, and improved irrigation and farming practices.
• The Nobel Peace Prize is awarded annually to individuals or organizations that have made significant contributions to promoting peace and resolving conflicts.
• ​It is one of the five Nobel Prizes established by the will of Swedish industrialist Alfred Nobel.
• Olympic medal is a prestigious award given to athletes who excel in their respective sports at the Olympic Games.
• Bharat Ratna is the highest civilian award in India, given for exceptional service in any field.
• It has been awarded to several distinguished personalities, including scientists, artists, and social activists.
• Gallantry award is a military decoration awarded to members of the armed forces for acts of bravery in combat.
• It includes awards such as the Victoria Cross, Medal of Honor, and Cross of Valour.

Given:

Reduction on a bill for early payment = 5%

Reduction amount = Rs. 350

Concept:

Original bill amount = Reduction amount / Reduction percentage

Calculation:

Original bill amount = 350 / 0.05

⇒ Rs. 7000

Therefore, the original bill amount was Rs. 7000.

Given:

A completes work in 15 days

B completes work in 25 days

Concept:

Total work done = 1/(1/A's time + 1/B's time)

Calculation:

Total work done = 1/(1/15 + 1/25)

⇒ ​​​​$9{{3} \over 8}$ days

Therefore, A and B together will complete the work in $9{{3} \over 8}$ days.

Given:

a = 50 when e = 22

Concept:

If 'a' is inversely proportional to 'e',

then a × e = k (constant)

Calculation:

k = 50 × 22

⇒ k = 1100

Hence, the equation is a × e = 1100

Therefore, the equation relating 'a' and 'e' is a = ${{1100} \over e}$.

Given:

Last year's average = 135408

This year's average = 141050

Concept:

Increase % = ((This year's average - Last year's average) / Last year's average) × 100

Calculation:

Increase % = ((141050 - 135408) / 135408) × 100

⇒ 4.16%

Therefore, the increase in average passengers was 4.16%.

Given:

Compound amount after 2 years = ₹441

Interest rate = 5% per annum

Concept:

Using compound interest formula: A = P (1 + r/n)^(nt)

Calculation:

441 = P (1 + 0.05/1)^{(2 × 1)}

P = 441 / (1.05)² 

⇒ ₹400

Therefore, the principal amount was ₹400.

Given:

a²b and 3ab

Concept:

If a ∶ b = c ∶ d, then d is called the fourth proportional to a, b, c.

Here, we need to find d (third proportional) when a = a²b and b = c = 3ab.

Calculation:

d = b² / a = (3ab)² / a²b = 9ab / a = 9b

Therefore, the third proportional of a²b and 3ab is 9b.

Given:

20% failed in English

60% failed in Mathematics

15% failed in both

Concept:

Passed in both subjects = Total - (English failed + Maths failed - Both failed)

Calculation:

Passed in both subjects = 100 - (20 + 60 - 15) = 35%

Therefore, 35% of students passed both subjects.

Given:

Weight used instead of 1 kg = 900 gm

Pulses sold = 10 kg

Concept:

Profit % = (Profit / Cost) × 100

Profit = Actual amount - Given amount

Calculation:

Profit for 1kg = 1000 - 900 = 100 gm

Profit for 10kg = 100 × 10 = 1000 gm = 1 kg

Total pulses sold = 9 kg

Profit % = (1/9) × 100 = 100/9%

Therefore, the profit percentage of the shopkeeper on selling 10 kg pulses is ${{100} \over 9}$%.

Given:

Distance upstream = Distance downstream = 144 km

Time upstream = 12 hrs

Time downstream = 9 hrs

Concept:

Stream speed = (Speed downstream - Speed upstream) / 2

Calculation:

Speed upstream = 144 / 12 = 12 km/hr

Speed downstream = 144 / 9 = 16 km/hr

Stream speed = (16 - 12) / 2 = 2 km/hr

Therefore, the speed of the stream was 2 km/hr.

Given:

Selling price = Rs. 25000

Discount % = 15%

Profit % = 10%

Concept:

Cost Price = Selling Price / (1 + Profit%)

Calculation:

Selling price when 15% discount offered = Rs. 25,000 × 85% = Rs. 21,250

⇒ Cost price when profit of 10% = Rs. 21,250 / 110% = Rs. 19,318.18

∴ The cost price of the article is approximately Rs. 19,318.18.

Given:

5 bags at ₹900 each, 7 bags at ₹1,000 each, 8 bags at ₹1,200 each

Each bag = 50 kg

Concept:

Average cost = Total cost / Total quantity

Calculation:

Total cost = (5 × 900) + (7 × 1000) + (8 × 1200) = ₹21,100

Total quantity = (5 + 7 + 8) × 50 = 1000 kg

Average cost = 21100 / 1000 ⇒ ₹21.1 per kg

Therefore, the average cost of 1 kg of rice is ₹21.1.

Shortcut Trick

Ratio of Boys to Girls (Quantity) = 2 : 1

Ratio of Average Marks (Boys : Girls) = 1 : 2

Weighted Average units = [(2 × 1) + (1 × 2)] ÷ (2 + 1) = 4/3

Given Class Average = 56 ⇒ 4/3 units = 56

1 unit (Average of Boys) = (56 × 3) ÷ 4 = 42

∴ The correct answer is 42.

Alternate Method

Given:

Number of Girls = 1/2 × Number of Boys

Average marks of Girls = 2 × Average marks of Boys

Overall Average Marks of the class = 56

Formula Used:

Average = Total Marks ÷ Total Number of Students

Calculations:

⇒ Let the number of boys be 2n, then number of girls is n.

⇒ Let the average marks of boys be x, then average marks of girls is 2x.

⇒ Total Marks of Boys = 2n × x = 2nx

⇒ Total Marks of Girls = n × 2x = 2nx

⇒ Total Marks of Class = 2nx + 2nx = 4nx

⇒ Total Number of Students = 2n + n = 3n

⇒ Class Average = Total Marks ÷ Total Students

⇒ 56 = 4nx ÷ 3n

⇒ 56 = 4x ÷ 3

⇒ 4x = 56 × 3

⇒ 4x = 168

⇒ x = 42

∴ The correct answer is 42.

Additional Information

Weighted Average

The combined average of two groups is calculated as (n₁a₁ + n₂a₂) ÷ (n₁ + n₂), where n is the quantity and a is the average.

Ratio Method in Averages

When quantities are given in a ratio, you can use the ratio values directly as weights to simplify the average calculation.

Alligation Rule

The ratio of the quantities of two groups is equal to the inverse ratio of the deviations of their averages from the mean average.

Shortcut Trick

Speed in still water = (Downstream Speed + Upstream Speed) ÷ 2

Speed of water = (Downstream Speed − Upstream Speed) ÷ 2

Speed in still water = (12 + 8) ÷ 2 = 10 km/h

Speed of water = (12 − 8) ÷ 2 = 2 km/h

∴ The correct answer is 10 km/h and 2 km/h.

Alternate Method

Given:

Upstream speed = 8 km/h

Downstream speed = 12 km/h

Boat (x)

Downstream 12 km/h (x+y)

Upstream 8 km/h (x−y)

Stream (y)

Formula Used:

Downstream speed = Speed of man in still water (x) + Speed of stream (y)

Upstream speed = Speed of man in still water (x) − Speed of stream (y)

Calculations:

Let the speed of the man in still water be x km/h and the speed of the water be y km/h.

⇒ x + y = 12 . . . (Equation 1)

⇒ x − y = 8 . . . (Equation 2)

Adding Equation 1 and Equation 2:

⇒ (x + y) + (x − y) = 12 + 8

⇒ 2x = 20

⇒ x = 10 km/h

Substitute the value of x in Equation 1:

⇒ 10 + y = 12

⇒ y = 12 − 10 = 2 km/h

∴ The correct answer is 10 km/h and 2 km/h.

Additional Information

Concept of Upstream and Downstream

When a boat moves in the direction of the stream, it is called downstream motion. When a boat moves against the direction of the stream, it is called upstream motion.

Average Speed

If a boat covers equal distances upstream and downstream, its average speed is given by (2 × U × D) ÷ (U + D), where U and D are upstream and downstream speeds respectively.

Time taken for Round Trip

For a fixed distance D covered downstream and returning upstream, Total Time = D ÷ (x + y) + D ÷ (x − y), where x is boat speed and y is stream speed.

Given:

Curved surface area = 2772 cm²

Concept:

Volume of a hemisphere = 2/3 π r3

Curved surface area = 2 π r²

Calculation:

Radius, r = √(2772 / 2π) = 21 cm

Volume = 2/3 π r³ = 2/3 × π × 21³ = 19,404 cm³

Therefore, the volume of the hemisphere is 19,404 cm³.

Concept:

The least number divisible by given numbers is their LCM (Least Common Multiple).

Calculation:

LCM(8, 24, 30) = 120

Therefore, the least number which is exactly divisible by 8, 24 and 30 is 120.

Given:

A and B together can do work in 42 days

B and C together can do work in 56 days

B alone can do the work in 70 days

Concept:

Work done = 1/(1/A's time + 1/B's time)

Calculation:

Work done by A in one day = 1/42 - 1/70 = 2/210 = 1/105

Work done by B in one day = 1/70

Work done by C in one day = 1/56 - 1/70 = 1/280

Therefore, time taken by C = 1 / (work done by C in one day) = 280 days

Therefore, C can do the work in 280 days.

Given:

AB = AC (therefore ∠ABC = ∠ACB)

∠ACD = 95°

Concept:

∠BCA = 180° - ∠ACB (exterior angle property)

∠ABC + ∠ACD + ∠BAC = 180° (Sum of angles of a traingle)

Calculation:

∠BCA = 180° - 95° = 85°

⇒ ∠ BCA = ∠ CBA = 85° 

∠ABC + ∠ACD + ∠BAC = 180° (Sum of angles of a traingle)

⇒ ∠BAC = 180° - (85° + 85°)

⇒ ∠BAC = 10°

Therefore, ∠BAC is 10°.

Given:

A completes a round in 240 sec

B completes a round in 300 sec

C completes a round in 160 sec

Concept:

Time taken for all to meet again at starting point = LCM of times taken by each to complete a round

Calculation:

LCM(240, 300, 160) = 2400 sec

⇒ 2400/60 = 40 min

Therefore, A, B and C will meet again at the starting point after 40 min.

Given:

CI for 2 years = Rs. 832

SI for 2 years = Rs. 800

Concept:

The difference between compound and simple interest for 2 years

gives the interest on the first year's simple interest.

Calculation:

Calculate the difference between 2 years of compound interest and simple interest:

⇒ Rs. 832 - Rs. 800 = Rs. 32

Calculate the Simple Interest for one year:

⇒ Rs. 800 ÷ 2 = Rs. 400

Calculate the annual interest rate:

⇒ (Rs. 32 ÷ Rs. 400) × 100 = 8% per annum

Calculate the Simple Interest for 3 years:

⇒ Rs. 400 × 3 = Rs. 1200

Calculate the principal amount:

⇒ Rs. 400 ÷ 0.08 = Rs. 5000

Calculate the total amount after 3 years with compound interest:

⇒ Rs. 5000 × (1 + 0.08)^3 = Rs. 6298.56

Calculate the Compound Interest for 3 years:

⇒ Rs. 6298.56 - Rs. 5000 = Rs. 1298.56

Calculate the difference between 3 years of Compound Interest and Simple Interest:

⇒ Rs. 1298.56 - Rs. 1200 = Rs. 98.56

Therefore, the difference between compound interest and simple interest for a period of 3 years is Rs. 98.56.

Given:

Cost of bicycle = ₹1,200

Repairing cost = ₹1,800

Selling price = ₹2,400

Concept:

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

Calculation:

Total cost = 1200 + 1800 = ₹3000

Loss = Total cost - Selling price = 3000 - 2400 = ₹600

Loss % = (600 / 3000) × 100 = 20%

Therefore, the loss percentage is 20%.

The correct answer is Teelotaler.

Key Points

• The incorrectly spelt word is 'Teelotaler.'
• The correct spelling is "Teetotaller."
• "Teetotaller" means a person who does not drink alcohol. (कभी भी मदिरापान न करने वाला व्यक्ति)
• Example: He himself was a non-smoking teetotaler.
• The correct answer is Option 2.
  

Additional Information 

• Unanimously: without opposition; with the agreement of all people involved. (एकमत होकर, सर्वसम्‍मति से)
• Contagious: (used about a disease) that you can get by touching somebody/something. ((रोग) संपर्क या स्‍पर्श द्वारा फैलने वाला; संसर्गज)
• Irreparable: that cannot be repaired. (जिस क्षति की पूर्ति न हो सके, जिस स्थिति को सुधारा न जा सके; असुधार्य)

The correct answer is 'paramount'.

 

Key Points

• 'Supreme' means the highest in rank or authority. (श्रेष्ठ or सर्वोच्च)
• Example: The supreme court is the highest court of the land.
• The correct synonym of 'supreme' in this context is 'paramount'. 'Paramount' means more important than anything else; supreme. (सर्वप्रथम or सर्वाधिक)
• Example: Maintaining their health is of paramount importance for old people.

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

 

Additional Information

• Option 2, 'magnanimous', means generous or forgiving, especially towards a rival or less powerful person. (उदार)
• Option 3, 'miraculous', means occurring through divine or supernatural intervention, or manifesting such power. (चमत्कारी)
• Option 4, 'profuse', means (especially of something offered or discharged) exuberantly plentiful; abundant. (प्रचुर)

Here, the correct answer is "she is."

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Key Points 

• Here, the error lies in the part "she is" of the sentence.
• The sentence "Alice won’t be coming to the concert as she was ill" is grammatically incorrect.
• We must change "was" to "is" to maintain consistency in verb tense.
• This change ensures that the verb tense remains in the present tense throughout the sentence.
• The correct answer is Option 2.
  

Correct sentence: Alice won’t be coming to the concert as she is ill.

The correct answer is 'Situation in which you can start again'.

 

Key Points

• The given idiom, 'start off with a clean slate', means to begin again afresh without considering the past mistakes or failures.
• Example: After the mishap in his last venture, he decided to start off with a clean slate.
• The most appropriate meaning of this idiom is given in option 1 - 'Situation in which you can start again'.
• Example: He moved to a new city with no past connections, giving him the chance to start again with a clean slate.

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

 

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Additional Information

• Option 2, 'An innocent man who has nothing to spend'.
• Option 3, 'Provide a clear record to one’s superiors'.
• Option 4, 'A person with no crimes to his record'.

The correct answer is 'idle'.

 

Key Points

• 'Busy' means having a great deal to do or engaged with. (व्यस्त)
• Example: He is too busy with his work to play with his kids.
• The correct antonym of 'busy' in this context is 'idle'. 'Idle' means not active or in use or without purpose or effect; pointless. (खाली or बेकार)
• Example: I don't want to be idle, I prefer to be busy and productive.

Therefore, the correct answer is- “Option 3".

 

Additional Information

• Option 1, 'active', means engaging or ready to engage in physically energetic pursuits. (सक्रिय)
• Option 2, 'engaged', means busy; occupied. (व्यस्त)
• Option 4, 'enthusiastic', means showing intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval. (उत्साही)

The correct answer is “Tiny” 

Key Points 

• "Enormous" means extremely large or great in size. (अत्यधिक बड़ा या महान साइज) 
• Example- The impact of the earthquake was enormous and caused many buildings to collapse.
• "Tiny" means very small in size. (आकार के हिसाब से बहुत छोटा)
• Example- She wore a tiny silver necklace around her neck.
• Hence, the option that is opposite in meaning to the given word "Enormous" is 'Tiny.'

Therefore, the correct answer is ‘Option 4’.

Additional Information

• Let’s have a look at the meaning of the remaining options.
• Broad: This means having a wide range. (व्यापक श्रेणी होना।)
• Huge: This represents something very large in size.(यह किसी बहुत बड़े आकार की चीज़ को प्रतिष्ठापित करता है।)
• Gorgeous: This is used to describe something or someone that is very beautiful or attractive. (इसका उपयोग किसी चीज़ या किसी व्यक्ति को वर्णन करने के लिए किया जाता है)

The correct answer is "Deceitful pretence of friendship".

Key Points

• The term "Judas kiss" originates from the biblical story where Judas Iscariot betrays Jesus by identifying him to the authorities with a kiss.
• It refers to an act appearing as a gesture of friendship or affection, but that is actually motivated by treachery or deceit.
• In the given sentence, the phrase suggests that the matrimonial alliance between the two kingdoms is actually a deceitful act masquerading as a friendly act.
• For Example - The promising trade agreement was, in reality, a Judas kiss, disguising the empire's intention to control the resources of the weaker nation.

Therefore, the correct answer is "Option 1".

The correct answer is "Limited".

Key Points 

• "Confined" means having limits or restrictions. (सीमाओं या प्रतिबंधों का होना)
• Example- The research was confined to a few aspects of the disease.
• "Limited" means having a certain limit; not extensive or wide-reaching. (एक निश्चित सीमा होना; व्यापक या व्यापक नहीं होना)
• Example- Her knowledge of the subject is very limited.
• Hence, the option that is similar in meaning to the given word "Confined" is 'Limited.'

Therefore, the correct answer for  ‘Option 1’.

Additional Information 

• Let’s have a look at the meaning of the remaining options.
• Extravagant: This means exceeding the limits of reason or necessity.(तर्क या आवश्यकता की सीमाओं को पार करना)
• Diluted: This refers to something that has been made weaker in force, effect, etc.(किसी ऐसी चीज़ से जिसे बल, प्रभाव, आदि में कमजोर बनाया गया है)
• Halted: This means to cause to stop.(रुकने का कारण बनना)

The correct answer is ​"Pseudonym."

Key Points 

• The incorrectly spelt word is 'Pseudonym.'
• 'Pseudonym' means a name used by somebody, especially a writer, instead of his/her real name. (छद्मनाम, उपनाम (असली नाम के बदले प्रयुक्त, विशेषतः किसी लेखक द्वारा))
  
• Example: She writes under a pseudonym.
• The correct answer is Option 1.

The correct answer is “Elementary”.

Key Points 

• The word 'rudimentary' refers to an early stage of development or a simplistic form.(आदिम) 
• Example- His understanding of the subject was rudimentary.
• 'Elementary' means basic or rudimentary. It refers to something in the simplest or beginning stage.(प्रारंभिक) 
• Example- Her knowledge about computers is pretty elementary.
• Hence, the option that is similar in meaning to the given word 'rudimentary' is 'Elementary'.

Therefore, the correct answer is ‘Option 3’.

Additional Information 

• Let’s have a look at the meaning of the remaining options:
• Extensive: Covering or affecting a large area. (व्यापक)
• Exhaustive: Highly comprehensive or complete. (सम्पूर्ण)
• Intricate: Very complicated or detailed. (जटिल)

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

Key Points

• The given word is 'Gigantic'. It means extremely large in size, extent, or amount. ('विशाल')
• For example, "The gigantic mountain cast a long shadow over the village."
• The correct synonym for 'Gigantic' is 'Huge'. 'Huge' means very big, especially in quantity, degree, or extent. ('बहुत बड़ा')
• For example, "He has a huge collection of antique coins."

Therefore, the correct answer is- 'Huge'.

Additional Information

• Option 1: 'Idle' means not active or in use. In Hindi, it’s called 'खाली' (Khali).
• Option 2: 'Small' means of a size that is less than normal or usual. In Hindi, it is called 'छोटा' (Chota).
• Option 3: 'Tiny' means very small in English. In Hindi, it's called 'नन्हा' (Nanha).

Here, the correct answer is "for 10 years."

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Key Points 

• The error in the sentence "My friend has been a teacher since 10 years" lies in the use of the preposition "since" with the duration of time.
• This change ensures that the correct preposition is used to indicate the duration of time.
• Using "since" in this context would imply a specific point in time when your friend became a teacher, which may not be the intended meaning.
• Example: I have been working at the company for five years since I graduated from college.
• Instead, "for" is used to indicate the duration of time your friend has been a teacher.
• Example: She has been studying French for six months to prepare for her upcoming trip to Paris.
• The correct answer is Option 1.
  

Correct sentence: My friend has been a teacher for 10 years.

Here, the erroneous part  is "seen a good film last."

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Key Points 

• The error lies in the part "seen a good film last."
• The past tense of "see" is "saw," so the corrected sentence maintains proper grammar.
• The correction involves changing "seen" to "saw" to use the correct past tense of the verb.
• The correct answer is Option 3.
  

Correct sentence: I told Jack that we saw a good film last week with our friends from Mexico.

The correct answer is "No substitution required."

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Key Points 

• The given sentence is grammatically correct.
• It does not contain any errors.
• The use of "to cost" is correct.
• An infinitive verb, or a non-finite verb, is the basic form of a verb that presents an action as an idea or a concept rather than the specific action of a subject. An infinitive verb often follows the word “to” (as in “to walk”).
• The correct answer is Option 1.

The correct answer is 'discourteous'.

 Key Points

• The given word is "courteous", which means polite, respectful, or considerate in manner (शिष्ट).
• The correct antonym is "discourteous", which means showing rudeness and lack of respect to others (अभद्र).
• Hence, the correct answer is 'discourteous'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 1.

 Additional Information

• Option 2: "Polite" means having or showing behaviour that is respectful and considerate of other people (शिष्ट).
• Option 3: "Genteel" means polite, refined, or respectable, often in an affected or ostentatious way (सभ्य).
• Option 4: "Solicitous" means showing interest or concern, giving careful attention to (चिंतित).

The correct answer is "Resources."

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Key Points

• For blank 1, the correct answer is "resources."
• "Resources" means a supply of something, a piece of equipment, etc. that is available for somebody to use. (उपयोग के लिए उपलब्‍ध सामग्री; संसाधन)
• Example: Russia is rich in natural resources such as oil and minerals.
• The correct answer is Option 2.
• Correct passage:

Management like any other art can be learnt and developed. Management means managing all our resources  - money, material, machines and most importantly, manpower. Since we can maximise ______ (2) ______ only through people they have to be treated well. ______ (3) ______ is the key to man - management. People can be forced to work but they have to be motivated to work well. People can be motivated as much through ______ (4) ______ for doing their best as through timely and brief reprimands for poor performance. In order to maximise production, a manager will have to be ‘tough and nice’, not ‘nice and tough’ because everyone needs not only to be praised but also ______ (5) ______.

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Additional Information

• Characters: the qualities that make somebody/something different from other people or things; the nature of somebody/something. (किसी व्‍यक्ति का चरित्र, विशिष्‍ट लक्षण; प्रकृति, स्‍वभाव)
• Activities: a situation in which there is a lot of action or movement. (सक्रियता, क्रियाशीलता; गतिविधियों से पूर्ण स्थिति)
• Features: an important or noticeable part of something. ((किसी का) महत्वपूर्ण या उल्‍लेखनीय भाग)

The correct answer is "productivity."

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Key Points

• For blank 2, the correct answer is "productivity."
• "Productivity" means the state or quality of being productive. (उत्‍पादकता)
• Example: A pleasant working environment increases productivity.
• The correct answer is Option 3.
• Correct passage :

Management like any other art can be learnt and developed. Management means managing all our resources  - money, material, machines and most importantly, manpower. Since we can maximise productivity only through people they have to be treated well. ______ (3) ______ is the key to man - management. People can be forced to work but they have to be motivated to work well. People can be motivated as much through ______ (4) ______ for doing their best as through timely and brief reprimands for poor performance. In order to maximise production, a manager will have to be ‘tough and nice’, not ‘nice and tough’ because everyone needs not only to be praised but also ______ (5) ______.

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Additional Information 

• Complexity: the state of being complex and difficult to understand. (जटिलता और दुर्बोधता)
• Richness: the state of existing in or containing plentiful quantities of something desirable. (अमीरी, समृद्धि, प्रचुरता)
• Affection: a feeling of loving or liking somebody/something. (अनुराग, स्‍नेह)

The correct answer is "Motivation."

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Key Points

• For blank 3, the correct answer is "Motivation."
• "Motivation" means a reason or reasons for acting or behaving in a particular way. (अभिप्रेरण)
• Example: He’s clever enough, but he lacks motivation.
• The correct answer is Option 3.
• Correct passage :

Management like any other art can be learnt and developed. Management means managing all our resources  - money, material, machines and most importantly, manpower. Since we can maximise productivity only through people they have to be treated well. Motivation is the key to man - management. People can be forced to work but they have to be motivated to work well. People can be motivated as much through ______ (4) ______ for doing their best as through timely and brief reprimands for poor performance. In order to maximise production, a manager will have to be ‘tough and nice’, not ‘nice and tough’ because everyone needs not only to be praised but also ______ (5) ______.

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• Mindfulness: the quality or state of being conscious or aware of something. (किसी चीज़ के प्रति सचेत या जागरूक होने की गुणवत्ता या अवस्था)
• Observation: the act of watching somebody/something carefully, especially to learn something. (किसी व्‍यक्ति या वस्‍तु का सावधानी से निरीक्षण (विशेषतः कुछ जानने के लिए))
• Preservation: the action of preserving something. (सुरक्षा, हिफ़ाज़त, परिरक्षण)

The correct answer is "praise."

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• For blank 4, the correct answer is "Praise."
• "Praise" means what you say when you are expressing admiration for somebody/something. (प्रशंसा, सराहना (के शब्‍द))
• Example: The survivors were full of praise for the paramedics.
• The correct answer is Option 4.
• Correct passage :

Management like any other art can be learnt and developed. Management means managing all our resources  - money, material, machines and most importantly, manpower. Since we can maximise productivity only through people they have to be treated well. Motivation is the key to man - management. People can be forced to work but they have to be motivated to work well. People can be motivated as much through praise for doing their best as through timely and brief reprimands for poor performance. In order to maximise production, a manager will have to be ‘tough and nice’, not ‘nice and tough’ because everyone needs not only to be praised but also ______ (5) ______.

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• Pampering: to take care of somebody very well and make him/her feel as comfortable as possible. (किसी व्‍यकि्त की बहुत अच्‍छी देखभाल करना और उसे यथासंभव आराम पहुँचाना)
• Penalty: a punishment for breaking a law, rule or contract.(क़ानून, नियम या संविदा तोड़ने पर मिलने वाला दंड)
• Power: the ability to control people or things or to do something. (लोगों या वस्‍तुओं को नियंत्रित करने या कोई काम करने की योग्‍यता; सामर्थ्य, क्षमता)

The correct answer is "reprimanded."

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• For blank 5, the correct answer is "reprimanded."
• "Reprimanded" means to tell somebody officially that he/she has done something wrong. ((ग़लत काम करने पर) किसी की भर्त्सना करना, फटकार लगाना (औपचारिक रूप से))
• Example: She was reprimanded by her teacher for biting another girl.
• The correct answer is Option 3.
• Correct passage :

Management like any other art can be learnt and developed. Management means managing all our resources  - money, material, machines and most importantly, manpower. Since we can maximise productivity only through people they have to be treated well. Motivation is the key to man - management. People can be forced to work but they have to be motivated to work well. People can be motivated as much through praise for doing their best as through timely and brief reprimands for poor performance. In order to maximise production, a manager will have to be ‘tough and nice’, not ‘nice and tough’ because everyone needs not only to be praised but also reprimanded.

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• Emphasised: to put emphasis on something. (किसी पर विशेष बल देना)
• Disappointed: to make somebody sad because what he/she had hoped for has not happened or is less good, interesting, etc. then he/she had hoped. (आशा के अनुरूप श्रेष्ठ, रुचिकर आदि न होना, (किसी को) निराश करना, हताश करना)
• Commanded: to tell or order somebody to do something. (किसी को कुछ करने का आदेश देना)

वाक्य के रिक्त स्थान की पूर्ति के लिए ‘साँप’का पर्याय- 'भुजंग'। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है।

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• वाक्य के रिक्त स्थान की पूर्ति के लिए ‘साँप' का पर्याय होगा- 'भुजंग'।
• अतः वाक्य "आज खेत में एक विषधर देखा वह बहुत ही खतरनाक 'भुजंग' था।"

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रिक्त स्थान की पूर्ति के लिए 'विधवा' का विलोम शब्द- 'सधवा'। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है।

Key Points

• रिक्त स्थान की पूर्ति के लिए 'विधवा' का विलोम शब्द- 'सधवा'।
• 'विधवा' अर्थ- वह स्त्री जिसका पति मर गया हो।
• 'सधवा' अर्थ- वह स्त्री जिसका पति जीवित हो।
• अतः वाक्य- विधवा स्त्री हिंदू समाज की सबसे दयनीय प्राणी है और 'सधवा' स्त्री हर रीति - रिवाज को निभाने की अधिकारिणी।

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'शराब पीनी बुरी आदत है।' इस वाक्य में अशुद्ध शब्द है- 'पीनी'। अन्य विकल्प अनुचित है।

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• 'शराब पीनी बुरी आदत है।' इस वाक्य में अशुद्ध शब्द है- 'पीनी'।
• शुद्ध शब्द होगा- 'पीना'।
• अतः वाक्य बनेगा- "शराब 'पीना' बुरी आदत है।"

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'तालाब' शब्द का पर्यायवाची समूह नहीं है- 'सरिता, हिम, सागर'।

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• 'तालाब' शब्द का पर्यायवाची समूह नहीं है- 'सरिता, हिम, सागर'।
• अन्य विकल्प 'तालाब' के पर्यायवाची शब्द है।
• 'सरिता, हिम, सागर' के पर्यायवाची शब्द अग्रलिखित है:

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जो शब्द क्रिया की विशेषता बताएं उन्हें "क्रिया विशेषण" कहते हैं।

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• जो शब्द क्रिया की विशेषता बताएं उन्हें "क्रिया विशेषण" कहते हैं।
• जैसे: हिरण तेज़ भागता है। (रीतिवाचक क्रिया विशेषण)
• इस वाक्य में भागना क्रिया है। तेज़ शब्द हमें क्रिया कि विशेषता बता रहा है कि वह कितनी तेज़ भाग रहा है।

क्रिया विशेषण के प्रकार-

1. कालवाचक क्रियाविशेषण।
2. रीतिवाचक क्रियाविशेषण।
3. स्थानवाचक क्रियाविशेषण।
4. परिमाणवाचक क्रियाविशेषण।

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वाक्य में रेखांकित खंड के स्थान पर प्रयुक्त होने वाला सबसे उपयुक्त शब्द 'दम' होगा।

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• आँचल ने सबकी नाक में दाम कर रखा है। 'दाम' का प्रयोग होने से वाक्य सार्थक अर्थ प्रदान नहीं कर रहा।
• वहीँ वाक्य में रेखांकित खंड के स्थान पर 'दम' शब्द का प्रयोग करने से वाक्य सार्थक प्रतीत होता।
• क्योंकि दाम का अर्थ 'मूल्य', 'क़ीमत' से सम्बंधित है।
• तथा 'दम' का अर्थ जान, प्राण आदि से सम्बंधित है।
• अतः सार्थक वाक्य "आँचल ने सबकी नाक में  'दम' कर रखा है।"

अन्य विकल्पानुसार-

• 'बाम' का अर्थ- "साँप के आकार की एक मछली।"

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"जो सब कुछ जानता है" वाक्यांश के लिए सार्थक शब्द - 'सर्वज्ञ'। 

Key Points

• "जो सब कुछ जानता है" वाक्यांश के लिए सार्थक शब्द - 'सर्वज्ञ'।
• अन्य विकल्प असंगत है।

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‘थाली का बैंगन होना’ मुहावरे का सही अर्थ है- "सिद्धांतहीन व्यक्ति होना"।

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• ‘थाली का बैंगन होना’ मुहावरे का सही अर्थ है- "सिद्धांतहीन व्यक्ति होना"।
• वाक्य प्रयोग- रमेश तो 'थाली का बैंगन' है जिधर फायदा देखता है वहीं लुड़क जाता है।

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