SSC GD Constable (2022) Official Paper (Held On : 24 Jan 2023 Shift 3) (Previous Year Paper)

As per the shown faces of the dice:

Here the face of 20 and 21 are common, which means the face of 18 is the opposite face of 22.

Here, '22' is the opposite face of 18.

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

Given:

MRFL, RYKS, ?, BMUG, GTZN

Logic: (5) is added to the first and third letters and (7) is added to the second and fourth letters.

Here, 'WFPZ' is the missing term.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (3)".

Given:

2, 10, 30, ?, 130

The logic followed in the given series is:

Here, the missing number is 68.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (3)".

Given:

YWUS, RPNL, ?, DBZX, WUSQ

Logic: (7) is subtracted from each letter.

Here, 'KIGE' is the missing term.

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

The correct order of words as they would appear in the English dictionary is:

1. grape
2. grass
3. grind
4. gross
5. grown

The correct order is '1, 3, 5, 4, 2'.

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

Given:

Wool : Sweater → Sweater is made of wool.

Similarly,

Latex : Rubber → Rubber is made of Latex.

Here, 'Latex :Rubber' is the correct pair.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (3)".

Here, we use the BODMAS table given below:

Given:

⇒ 95 ÷ 19 × 112 ÷ (4 × 4 + 3) + 5 = 24

(1) 112 and 95

⇒ 95 ÷ 19 × 112 ÷ (4 × 4 + 3) + 5

After interchanging:

⇒ 112 ÷ 19 × 95 ÷ (4 × 4 + 3) + 5 = 24

Apply BODMAS rule:

⇒ 112 ÷ 19 × 95 ÷ 19 + 5

⇒ 5.89 × 5 + 5

⇒ 29.47 + 5 = 34.47

Here, the equation is not satisfied.

(2) 4 and 5

⇒ 95 ÷ 19 × 112 ÷ (4 × 4 + 3) + 5 = 24

After interchanging:

⇒ 95 ÷ 19 × 112 ÷ (5 × 5 + 3) + 4 = 24

Apply BODMAS rule:

⇒ 95 ÷ 19 × 112 ÷ 28 + 4

⇒ 5 × 4 + 4

⇒ 20 + 4 = 24

⇒ '95 ÷ 19 × 112 ÷ (5 × 5 + 3) + 4 = 24'

Here, the equation is not satisfied.

(3) 4 and 3

⇒ 95 ÷ 19 × 112 ÷ (4 × 4 + 3) + 5 = 24

After interchanging:

⇒ 95 ÷ 19 × 112 ÷ (3 × 3 + 4) + 5 = 24

Apply BODMAS rule:

⇒ 95 ÷ 19 × 112 ÷ (13) + 5

⇒ 5 × 8.61 + 5

⇒ 43.07 + 5 = 48.07

Here, the equation is  satisfied.

(4) 112 and 24

⇒ 95 ÷ 19 × 112 ÷ (4 × 4 + 3) + 5 = 24

After interchanging:

⇒ 95 ÷ 19 × 24 ÷ (4 × 4 + 3) + 5 = 112

Apply BODMAS rule:

⇒ 95 ÷ 19 × 24 ÷ (19) + 5

⇒ 5 × 1.26 + 5

⇒ 6.3 + 5 = 11.3

Here, the equation is not satisfied.

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

Given:

80 : 17 :: ? : 13 :: 185 : 38

Logic: First no. = [(Second no. × 5) - 5]

80 : 17 →

⇒ [(17 × 5) - 5]

⇒ (85 - 5) = 80

185 : 38 →

⇒ [(38 × 5) - 5]

⇒ (190 - 5) = 185

Similarly, for '? : 13' →

⇒ [(13 × 5) - 5]

⇒ (65 - 5) = 60

Here, '60 : 13' is the correct pair.

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

Preparing the family tree diagram by using the following symbols:

As per the given data:

 

 

 

 

 

Given expression: 'A # B @ C % D + E'

B is the sister of A, C is the brother of B, D is the daughter of C and E is the mother of D.

Here, E is the brother's wife of A.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (3)".

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

Here, we use the BODMAS table given below:

Given:

The signs ‘+’ and ‘-’ and numbers 14 and 6 are interchanged.

Checking all the given options:

(1) 8 × 2 + 6 - 14 = 4

After interchanging:

⇒ 8 × 2 - 14 + 6

Apply BODMAS rule:

⇒ 16 - 14 + 6

⇒ 22 - 14 = 8

The equation is not satisfied.

(2) 6 + 14 × 2 - 18 = 20

After interchanging:

⇒ 14 - 6 × 2 + 18

Apply BODMAS rule:

⇒ 14 - 12 + 18

​⇒ 32 - 12 = 20

⇒ LHS = RHS

⇒ '14 - 6 × 2 + 18 = 20'

The equation is satisfied.

(3) 18 - 6 + 3 × 14 = 30

After interchanging:

⇒ 18 + 14 - 3 × 6 = 30

Apply BODMAS rule:

⇒ 18 + 14 - 18 

​⇒ 32 - 18 = 14

The equation is not satisfied.

(4) 6 × 8 + 12 - 14 = 20

After interchanging:

⇒ 14 × 8 - 12 + 6 = 20

Apply BODMAS rule:

⇒ 112 - 12 + 6

​⇒ 118 - 12 = 106

The equation is not satisfied.

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

Given:

109, 122, 148, ?, 239, 304

Logic: Consecutive multiples of (13) are added.

Here, the missing number is 187.

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

The logic followed in the given figure series is as:

From Figure (1) to (2):

The symbols filled in the blank place.

From Figure (3) to Answer Figure (4):

The symbols filled in the blank place.

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

The sitting arrangement as per the given information is as:

1. R is sitting to the immediate right of U and U is sitting third to the right of P.

P  _ _ U R

2. There are only four persons sitting between P and T.

P  _ _ U R T

3. Q is the immediate neighbour of V and U.

P V Q U R T

Here, the immediate neighbour of S will be P or T.

Case 1:

P V Q U R T S

Case 2:

S P V Q U R T

As per the options given, the immediate neighbour of S is T.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (3)".

Logic: Code = [(Number of letters) × 3]

‘MOBILE’ is coded as ‘18’ →

Number of letters = 6

Code = [(Number of letters) × 3]

Code = (6 × 3) = 18

'TELEVISION’ is coded as '30' →

Number of letters = 10

Code = [(Number of letters) × 3]

Code = (10 × 3) = 30

Similarly, 'COMPUTER' will be coded as:

Number of letters = 8

Code = [(Number of letters) × 3]

Code = (8 × 3) = 24

Here, the code for 'COMPUTER' is '24'.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (3)".

Here, we use the table given below:

Logic: Opposite letters are written.

'GATE' is written as ‘TZGV’ →

'PASS' is written as 'KZHH' →

Similarly, 'HOME' will be written as:

Here, 'HOME' is written as 'SLNV'.

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

Statements:

Some beans are potatoes.

All carrots are potatoes.

All gourds are potatoes.

The Venn diagram as per the given statements:

Conclusions:

I. Some gourds are beans. → not follow (Because there is no definite relation given between gourds and beans, so it can be possible only but not definitely true)

II. Some carrots are gourds. → not follow (Because there is no definite relation given between carrots and gourds, so it can be possible only but not definitely true)

III. Some potatoes are gourds. → Follow (All gourds are potatoes, which means some potatoes are gourds definitely true)

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

The sitting arrangement as per the given information is as:

1. Mita is sitting to the immediate left of Rita.

2. Sunita is sitting between Binita and Mita.

3. Rita and Gita are not sitting next to each other and Sita is sitting between Anita and Gita.

Here, Rita is sitting to the immediate left of Anita.

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

The mirror image of the given figure is:

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

Given:

Binocular : View → Binocular is a tool which provides a view of distant objects.

Similarly,

Spanner : Grip → Spanner is a hand tool used to tighten or loosen the grip.

Here, 'Spanner : Grip' is the correct pair.

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

The correct answer is minor penalty.

Key Points

• Shido is a minor penalty in Judo that is given to a player for breaking minor rules or not following the instructions of the referee.
• It is a warning to the player to correct their behavior, and if they continue to break the rules, they may be given a more severe penalty.
• Shido is represented by a small white card, and a player can receive up to three Shidos before being disqualified from the match.
• Shido is an important aspect of Judo as it ensures fair play and discourages players from breaking the rules intentionally.

Additional Information

• Throwing skill (Option 2) in Judo is called Nage-waza, which includes techniques such as Osoto-gari, Uchi-mata, and Seoi-nage.
• Defensive skill (Option 3) in Judo is called Katame-waza, which includes techniques such as Arm locks, Chokes, and Pinning techniques.
• Points (Option 4) in Judo are awarded for throwing an opponent on their back or holding them down for a certain amount of time.
• The player with the most points at the end of the match wins.

The correct answer is Uddhav Thackeray.

Key Points

• Uddhav Thackeray was the Chief Minister of Maharashtra from November 2019 to June 2022.
• He belonged to the Shiv Sena party, which is a regional political party in Maharashtra.
• Thackeray's resignation came after the Supreme Court of India did not admit the stay petition of Shiv Sena against the Motion of no confidence in June 2022.

Additional Information

• Devendra Fadnavis was the Chief Minister of Maharashtra from 2014 to 2019 and belonged to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
• Eknath Shinde is a senior Shiv Sena leader and currently serves as the Minister for Urban Development in the Maharashtra government.
• Urmila Matondkar is a Bollywood actress who contested the 2019 Lok Sabha elections from Mumbai North constituency on a Congress ticket but lost to BJP's Gopal Shetty.
• Hence, the correct answer to the question is option 1, i.e., Uddhav Thackeray.

The correct answer is fiscal deficit.

Key Points

• Fiscal deficit is the difference between the government's total expenditure and its total revenue.
• It indicates the amount of borrowing needed by the government to meet its expenses.
• A high fiscal deficit can lead to inflation and a decrease in the value of the country's currency.
• Fiscal growth: This refers to an increase in the government's revenue or decrease in its expenses.
• While this can contribute to reducing the fiscal deficit, it does not directly indicate the amount of borrowing needed by the government.
• Fiscal balance: This refers to a situation where the government's revenue and expenses are equal.
• While this is a desirable outcome, it does not necessarily indicate the borrowing needs of the government.
• Fiscal surplus: This occurs when the government's revenue is higher than its expenses, indicating that it does not need to borrow money.
• While this is a positive situation, it does not indicate the borrowing needs of the government.

Additional Information

• Fiscal growth can be achieved through measures such as increasing taxes, reducing subsidies, or promoting economic growth.
• Fiscal balance can be achieved through measures such as reducing unnecessary expenses, increasing revenue sources, or implementing fiscal discipline.
• Fiscal surplus can be used to pay off debt, invest in infrastructure, or provide relief to citizens through tax cuts or social programs.
• It is important for governments to maintain a sustainable fiscal deficit to avoid economic instability and ensure long-term growth.

The correct answer is financial year.

Key Points

• The correct answer is option 3, financial year, as the budget is a statement of estimated receipts and expenditures of the government for the upcoming financial year.
• A financial year is a period of 12 months that is used for accounting purposes and is typically different from a calendar year.
• In India, the financial year starts on April 1^st and ends on March 31^st of the following year.
• Option 1, calendar year, is not correct as the budget is not prepared for a calendar year but for a financial year.
• Option 2, capital year, is not a commonly used term in accounting and finance and does not apply to the preparation of government budgets.
• Option 4, previous year, is not correct as the budget is a forward-looking statement and is prepared for the upcoming financial year.
• Hence, the statement is correctly answered with option 3, financial year.

The correct answer is Punjab.

Key Points

• The correct answer is option 3, i.e., Punjab.
• Shri Bhagwant Mann became the Chief Minister of Punjab in March 2022.
• Bhagwant Mann is a prominent politician from Punjab and the current Member of Parliament from Sangrur constituency.
• Uttarakhand is currently under President's Rule, and there is no Chief Minister in the state. Therefore, option 1 is incorrect.
• Delhi is a Union Territory with a Chief Minister, but Bhagwant Mann is not the Chief Minister of Delhi. Therefore, option 2 is incorrect.
• Haryana also has a Chief Minister, but Bhagwant Mann is not the Chief Minister of Haryana. Therefore, option 4 is incorrect.
• Hence, the statement "Shri Bhagwant Mann became the Chief Minister of Punjab in March 2022" is correct and the correct answer is option 3.

The correct answer is Odissi.

Key Points

• Sujata Mahapatra has won the Sangeet Natak Akademi award for her contribution to Odissi music and dance.
• Odissi is one of the eight classical dance forms of India, originating from the state of Odisha.
• The dance style is known for its graceful movements, intricate footwork, and expressive facial gestures.

Additional Information

• Option 2, Kathak, is another classical dance form of India, which originated in Northern India.
• It is known for its fast footwork and spins.
• Option 3, Fusion Dance, is a contemporary dance form that combines elements from various dance styles.
• Option 4, Adhunik Nritya, is a modern dance form that originated in India in the 20^th century, influenced by Western dance styles.
• Hence, the statement "The correct answer is option 1" is correct.

The correct answer is Ritu Khanduri.

Key Points

• Ritu Khanduri was elected as the first woman speaker of Uttarakhand Legislative Assembly in March 2022.
• Ritu Khanduri is a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and represents the Yamkeshwar constituency in the assembly.

Additional Information

• Madhabi Puri Buch is not related to Uttarakhand Legislative Assembly.
• She is a former whole-time member of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).
• Abhilasha Barak is also not related to Uttarakhand Legislative Assembly.
• She is a social activist from Haryana and is known for her work in the field of women's empowerment.
• Santishree Pandit is also not related to Uttarakhand Legislative Assembly.
• She is a Marathi actress and has worked in several Marathi films and TV shows.
• Hence, the correct option is 1) Ritu Khanduri.

The correct answer is 168 to 212.

Key Points

The correct answer is: Option 2) 168 to 212

Articles 168 to 212 in Part VI of the Constitution of India deal with the organization, composition, duration, officers, procedures, privileges, powers, and other aspects of the State Legislature.

• Key Articles:
• Article 168: Composition of State Legislatures.
• Article 170: Composition of Legislative Assemblies.
• Article 171: Composition of Legislative Councils (if applicable).
• Articles 198-212: Procedures, privileges, and powers related to the State Legislatures.

This section provides a detailed framework for the functioning of the legislative bodies at the state level, similar to the provisions for Parliament in Part V.

The correct option is 3 - To replenish soil fertility.

Key Points

• 'Slash and burn' method of farming involves cutting down and burning trees and plants in a forested area to create a patch of land for farming.
• The ash from the burned vegetation adds nutrients to the soil, making it fertile for crops.
• This method is usually practiced by indigenous communities in tropical regions where the soil is poor, and the climate is humid.
• However, if this method is overused, it can lead to deforestation and soil degradation, making it unsustainable in the long run.

Additional Information To clear the area quickly:

• The 'slash and burn' method is used to clear the area of vegetation quickly, but it is not the primary reason for adopting this method.

To reduce soil fertility:

• The 'slash and burn' method is used to replenish soil fertility, not reduce it.

To cause pollution:

• The 'slash and burn' method is not used to cause pollution intentionally. However, the burning of vegetation can release harmful gases into the atmosphere, which can cause pollution.

The correct answer is Vishnu.

Key Points

• Mohiniyattam is one of the two classical dance forms that originated in Kerala, the other one being Kathakali.
• Mohiniyattam gets its name from the word ‘Mohini’, the feminine form of Lord Vishnu, the word means ‘dance of Mohini’.
• Dr. Sunanda Nair became the first in India to acquire a Master’s degree in Mohiniyattam.
• She completed her PhD thesis in Intrinsic Lyrical Feminism in Mohiniyattam from Mumbai University.
• Mohiniyattam is based on Natya Shastra’s lasya style.
• It has delicate movements and more feminine facial expressions.
• The movements are gentle and glide-like. They do not have terse rhythmic steps.
• More emphasis is on facial expressions and hand gestures.

The correct answer is Mawsynram​

Key Points

• Mawsynram​**, which is located in the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya**.
• It holds the Guinness World Record for being the wettest place on Earth.
• Mausinram receives an average annual rainfall of 11,871 millimeters (467.4 inches),
• which is more than double the rainfall received by Cherrapunji, another famous wet place in Meghalaya.

Additional Information

• Shillong, the capital city of Meghalaya, also receives heavy rainfall, with an average annual precipitation of 2,987 millimeters (117.6 inches).
• Jowai is a town located in the Jaintia Hills district of Meghalaya. It receives moderate to heavy rainfall, with an average annual precipitation of 2,716 millimeters (107 inches).
• Baghmara is a town located in the South Garo Hills district of Meghalaya. It receives relatively lower rainfall compared to other places in Meghalaya, with an average annual precipitation of 1,500-2,000 millimeters (59-79 inches)

The correct answer is 1975.

Key Points

• Aryabhatta was India's first satellite in space, launched in the year 1975 by the Soviet Union.
• It was named after the famous Indian mathematician Aryabhatta who made significant contributions to the field of astronomy.
• The satellite was designed to study X-rays, gamma rays, and cosmic rays and to conduct experiments in solar physics.
• It orbited the Earth for four years before re-entering the atmosphere and burning up.
• Option 1, 1925, is incorrect as India did not have the capability to launch satellites in that year.
• Option 2, 1990, is also incorrect as India launched its first satellite, Aryabhata, in 1975.
• Option 4, 1945, is incorrect as India did not have any satellite launch capabilities during that time.

Additional Information

• The launch of Aryabhatta marked India's entry into the field of space research and technology.
• The satellite weighed 360 kg and was placed in a near-Earth orbit at an altitude of 619 km.
• The success of Aryabhatta paved the way for the development of India's space program, which has since launched numerous satellites for a variety of applications.
• India's first satellite, Aryabhata, was named after the same mathematician, but it was launched by India in 1975.

The correct answer is Troposphere.

Key Points

• The first layer of the Earth's atmosphere is called the troposphere.
• It is the layer closest to the Earth's surface, extending from the surface up to about 7-20 km (4-12 miles) depending on the location.
• The troposphere contains about 80% of the total mass of the Earth's atmosphere and is where weather occurs.
• Temperature decreases with height in the troposphere, due to the cooling effect of the Earth's surface.

Additional Information

• Stratosphere: the layer above the troposphere, extending from about 20-50 km (12-31 miles) above the surface.
• It contains the ozone layer, which absorbs harmful ultraviolet radiation from the sun.
• Thermosphere: the layer above the mesosphere, extending from about 80-600 km (50-375 miles) above the surface.
• It is where the auroras occur and is the location of the International Space Station.
• Mesosphere: the layer above the stratosphere, extending from about 50-80 km (31-50 miles) above the surface.
• It is the coldest layer of the atmosphere and meteors burn up in this layer.
• Hence, the statement "The first layer of the Earth's atmosphere is the troposphere" is correct.

The correct answer is Bhadrapada.

Key Points

• Ganesh Chaturthi is a major Hindu festival celebrated in honour of Lord Ganesha, the God of wisdom, prosperity, and good fortune.
• It is observed in the Hindu month of Bhadrapada, which falls between August and September in the Gregorian calendar.
• The festival usually lasts for 10 days, with the biggest celebrations taking place on the last day, known as Anant Chaturdashi.
• During the festival, people decorate their homes and streets with colourful decorations, prepare special food offerings for Lord Ganesha, and participate in processions and cultural events.
• Other options mentioned in the question are incorrect as Chaitra and Phalguna are months in the Hindu calendar, but they are not associated with the celebration of Ganesh Chaturthi.
• Kartika is another month in the Hindu calendar, but it is not the month when Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated.
• Hence, the correct answer is option 3 - Bhadrapada.

The correct answer is Bank Rate.

Key Points

• Bank Rate is the rate at which the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is ready to buy or rediscount bills of exchange or other commercial papers from commercial banks or financial institutions.
• The Bank Rate is used by the RBI to control the money supply in the economy and to stabilize the inflation rate.
• The Bank Rate is also known as the Discount Rate, and it is the highest rate at which the RBI lends money to commercial banks.
• The other options mentioned in the question are also important tools used by the RBI to regulate the economy.

Additional Information

• Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) is the percentage of deposits that banks have to maintain with the RBI.
• Repo Rate and Reverse Repo Rate are the rates at which banks borrow money from or lend money to the RBI, respectively.

The correct answer is Ammonium Chloride.

Key Points

• NH₄Cl is the chemical formula for Ammonium Chloride.
• Ammonium Chloride is a white crystalline salt commonly used in fertilizers, soldering fluxes, and in the manufacturing of **dry cell batteries.**​

Additional Information

• Option 1 - Silicon Dioxide is a compound made up of silicon and oxygen and has the chemical formula SiO2.
• It is commonly found in nature as quartz and is used in the production of glass, ceramics, and electronics.
• Option 2 - Potassium Nitrate is a chemical compound with the formula KNO₃.
• It is commonly used as a fertilizer, food preservative, and in the manufacturing of gunpowder.
• Option 3 - Carbonyl Dichloride is a chemical compound with the formula COCl2.
• It is a colorless liquid used in the production of pesticides, plastics, and pharmaceuticals.
• Hence, the correct answer is option 4 - Ammonium Chloride.

The correct answer is Birmingham.

Key Points

• The Commonwealth Games is an international multi-sport event that is held every four years.
• The 2022 edition of the games was awarded to Birmingham, England.
• Glasgow hosted the 2014 Commonwealth Games, while Delhi hosted the 2010 Commonwealth Games.
• Gold Coast hosted the most recent edition of the games in 2018.
• Birmingham was awarded the hosting rights for the 2022 Commonwealth Games in December 2017, beating out rival bids from Liverpool and Kuala Lumpur.
• The 2022 Commonwealth Games were originally scheduled to be held in Durban, South Africa, but the city was stripped of the hosting rights in 2017 due to financial and logistical problems.

Additional Information

• Glasgow hosted the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Scotland.
• The games featured over 4,900 athletes from 71 countries competing in 17 sports.
• Delhi hosted the 2010 Commonwealth Games in India.
• The games were marred by controversy and criticism over infrastructure issues, security concerns, and allegations of corruption.
• Gold Coast hosted the 2018 Commonwealth Games in Australia.
• The games featured over 6,600 athletes from 71 countries competing in 18 sports.
• The Australian team topped the medal table with 80 gold medals.

The correct answer is 3) a - ii, b - i, c - iv, d - iii

 Food Technology:

• Food Technology refers to the application of science and engineering principles to the processing, packaging, and distribution of food products.

Food Science:

• Food Science refers to the study of the physical, biological, and chemical makeup of food and the concepts underlying food processing.

 Food Resources:

• Food Resources refer to the availability and accessibility of food for human consumption, and not the mass production of food products.

Food Manufacturing:

• Food Manufacturing refers to the process of converting raw materials into finished food products on a large scale.

Additional Info

• Food Technology: It involves the use of various techniques and technologies to improve the quality, safety, and shelf-life of food products. It includes the development of new food products, packaging materials, and food processing methods.
• Food Science: It encompasses a wide range of disciplines, including chemistry, microbiology, nutrition, and engineering, to understand the properties of food and the effects of processing and storage on food quality.
• Food Resources: It deals with the availability and accessibility of food for human consumption, including the production, distribution, and consumption of food. It also includes issues related to food security, food waste, and food policy.
• Food Manufacturing: It involves the use of machinery, equipment, and labor to produce food products on a large scale. It includes processes such as milling, baking, canning, and freezing to convert raw materials into finished food products.

The correct answer is 12.

Key Points

• The Constitution of India has 12 schedules, which are essentially lists or annexures that provide additional details about various aspects of the Constitution.
• The schedules cover topics such as languages, forms of oaths, allocation of seats in the Rajya Sabha, and tribal areas.
• Each schedule is numbered and has a specific purpose, such as Schedule 1 which contains the names of States and Union Territories.
• The schedules can be amended by Parliament through a special majority vote, as per Article 368 of the Constitution.
• Option 2, 3, and 4 are incorrect as there are more than 9, 10, and 11 schedules respectively in the Constitution of India.

Additional Information

• Option 2: There are more than 10 schedules in the Constitution of India, therefore this option is incorrect.
• Option 3: There are more than 11 schedules in the Constitution of India, therefore this option is incorrect.
• Option 4: There are more than 9 schedules in the Constitution of India, therefore this option is incorrect.

The correct answer is Sikandar Lodi.

Key Points

• The Moth ki Masjid is located in Delhi, India.
• It was built in the 15^th century during the reign of the Lodi dynasty.
• The mosque is known for its unique architectural style and intricate designs.
• Firuz Shah Tugluq, Muhammad Tughluq, and Bahlul Lodi were rulers of the Delhi Sultanate but did not build the Moth ki Masjid.

Additional Information

• Firuz Shah Tugluq was a ruler of the Tugluq dynasty who ruled from 1351 to 1388.
• He is known for his contributions to the development of Delhi, including the construction of many public works.
• Muhammad Tughluq was a ruler of the Tughluq dynasty who ruled from 1325 to 1351.
• He is known for his ambitious but ultimately unsuccessful attempts at administrative reform.
• Bahlul Lodi was a ruler of the Lodi dynasty who ruled from 1451 to 1489.
• He is known for his military campaigns and expansion of the Lodi empire.

Shortcut Trick

Total units = 9 + 1 = 10 units.

10 units = 200 students → 1 unit = 20 students.

Number of boys = 9 × 20 = 180; Number of girls = 1 × 20 = 20.

Mean proportion = √(180 × 20) = √3600 = 60.

∴ The correct answer is 60.

Alternate Method

Given:

Total students = 200

Ratio of boys to girls = 9 : 1

Formula Used:

Mean proportion between two numbers a and b = √(a × b)

Calculations:

⇒ Let the number of boys be 9x and girls be 1x.

⇒ 9x + 1x = 200

⇒ 10x = 200

⇒ x = 20

⇒ Number of boys = 9 × 20 = 180

⇒ Number of girls = 1 × 20 = 20

⇒ Mean Proportion = √(180 × 20)

⇒ Mean Proportion = √3600

⇒ Mean Proportion = 60

∴ The correct answer is 60.

Additional Information

Mean Proportion

The mean proportion (or geometric mean) between two numbers a and b is given by x = √(ab).

Third Proportion

The third proportion of two numbers a and b is c, such that a : b = b : c, given by c = b²/a.

Fourth Proportion

The fourth proportion of a, b, and c is d, such that a : b = c : d, given by d = (b × c)/a.

Given:

Numbers: 17, 30, 22, 40

Concept used:

The concept of proportion.

Solution:

Let the number to be subtracted be x.

So, the numbers after subtraction will be 17 - x, 30 - x, 22 - x, 40 - x.

According to the concept of proportion, (30-x)/(17-x) = (40-x)/(22-x).

⇒ (30-x) × (22-x) = (40-x) × (17-x)

⇒ 660 - 52x = 680 - 57x

⇒ x = 4.

Therefore, 4 should be subtracted from 17, 30, 22, and 40 so that the obtained numbers may become proportional.

Given:

Difference in selling prices = ₹80

Profit on one item = 15%

Loss on the other item = 5%

Concept used:

Profit/loss percentage formula.

Solution:

Let the cost price be x.

Selling price of the first item = x + 15% of x = 1.15x

Selling price of the second item = x - 5% of x = 0.95x

The difference in selling prices = 1.15x - 0.95x = 0.2x = ₹80

Solving for x, x = ₹80 / 0.2 = ₹400

Therefore, the cost price of one item is ₹400.

Shortcut Trick

Scheme (i): Effective discount ⇒ 10 + 20 − (10 × 20)/100 = 28%.

Scheme (ii): Buy 1 Get 1 ⇒ 1/2 × 100 = 50%.

Scheme (iii): Buy 5 Get 3 Free ⇒ 3/8 × 100 = 37.5%.

Scheme (iv): Buy 5 Get 6 (Total) ⇒ 1/6 × 100 = 16.67%.

Comparing all, 16.67% is the minimum discount.

∴ The correct answer is (iv).

Alternate Method

Given: Four discount schemes (i), (ii), (iii), and (iv).

Formula Used: Discount % = (Free items ÷ Total items) × 100

Calculation:

Scheme (i): Two successive discounts of 10% and 20%

⇒ Total Discount % = x + y − (xy)/100

⇒ 10 + 20 − (10 × 20)/100 = 30 − 2 = 28%

Scheme (ii): Buy 1 get 1 free

⇒ Discount % = [Free item / (Paid + Free items)] × 100

⇒ [1 / (1 + 1)] × 100 = 1/2 × 100 = 50%

Scheme (iii): Buy 5 get 3 free

⇒ Discount % = [3 / (5 + 3)] × 100 = 3/8 × 100 = 37.5%

Scheme (iv): Buy 5 get 6

⇒ Here, the customer gets 6 items in total but pays for only 5. Thus, 1 item is free.

⇒ Discount % = (1 / 6) × 100 ≈ 16.67%

∴ Comparing 28%, 50%, 37.5%, and 16.67%, the minimum value is 16.67%.

∴ The correct answer is (iv).

Additional Information

Successive Discounts

When two discounts a% and b% are given successively, the single equivalent discount is (a + b − ab/100)%.

Buy X Get Y Free Concept

In this scheme, the total items received are (X + Y), and the discount percentage is calculated as [Y / (X + Y)] × 100%.

Marked Price and Selling Price

Selling Price (SP) = Marked Price (MP) × (100 − Discount%)/100. Higher discount results in lower SP.

Shortcut Trick

When time is constant, distance is directly proportional to speed.

Speed Ratio (Policeman : Thief) = 11 : 8

Distance Ratio (Policeman : Thief) = 11 : 8

Difference in distance ratio parts = 11 − 8 = 3 units → 500 m

Distance run by thief = (8 ÷ 3) × 500 = 4000 ÷ 3 = 1333.33 m

∴ The correct answer is 1,333.33 metres.

Alternate Method

Given: Initial distance = 500 m, Speed of thief (V_t) = 8 km/h, Speed of policeman (V_p) = 11 km/h.

Formula Used: Relative Speed = V_p − V_t | Time = Distance ÷ Relative Speed | Distance = Speed × Time

⇒ Relative Speed = 11 − 8 = 3 km/h

⇒ 3 km/h in m/s = 3 × (5/18) = 5/6 m/s

⇒ Time to catch = Initial distance ÷ Relative Speed = 500 ÷ (5/6) = (500 × 6) ÷ 5 = 600 seconds

⇒ Speed of thief in m/s = 8 × (5/18) = 20/9 m/s

⇒ Distance run by thief = Speed × Time = (20/9) × 600

⇒ Distance = 12000 ÷ 9 = 4000 ÷ 3 = 1333.33 m

∴ The correct answer is 1,333.33 metres.

Additional Information

Relative Speed

When two objects move in the same direction, relative speed is the difference of their speeds (V₁ − V₂).

Speed Unit Conversion

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

Proportionality in Motion

If time is constant, Distance₁/Distance₂ = Speed₁/Speed₂. This is the most efficient way to solve chase problems.

Given:

Purchase price of stock = Rs. 12,000

Selling price of stock = Rs. 15,000

Concept used:

Calculation of profit percentage = (Profit/Cost Price) x 100%

Solution:

Profit = Selling Price - Cost Price = Rs. 15,000 - Rs. 12,000 = Rs. 3,000

Profit Percentage = (Profit / Cost Price) x 100% = (Rs. 3,000 / Rs. 12,000) x 100% = 25%

Therefore, the percentage profit earned is 25%.

Given data:

Curved surface area of a right circular cylinder = 90.2 m²

Radius of the cylinder = 70 cm = 0.7 m

π = 22/7

Concept used:

Formula for the curved surface area of a cylinder is 2πrh

Solution:

Using the formula 2πrh = 90.2 m², we can solve for h.

Substituting the given values, we get 2 ×  (22/7) × 0.7 × h = 90.2

Solving for h, h = 90.2 / (2 × (22/7) × 0.7) = 20.5 m

Therefore, the height of the cylinder is 20.5 m.

Given data:

Amount after 2 years = ₹1,166.40

Rate of interest = 8% per annum

Concept used:

The formula for compound interest.

Solution:

Compound interest, P(1 + r/100)^t = A.

Substituting the given values, P(1 + 8/100)² = ₹1,166.40

Solving for P, P = ₹1,166.40 / (1 + 8/100)² = ₹1000

Therefore, the sum which becomes ₹1,166.40 after 2 years at the rate of 8% per annum on compound interest is ₹1,000.

Given:

Base area of the cone = 154 cm²

Height of the cone = 24 cm

π = 22/7

Concept used:

The formula for the slant height and curved surface area of a cone.

Solution:

Radius of the cone, r = √(Base Area/π) = √(154/(22/7)) = 7 cm

Slant height, l = √(r² + h²) = √(7² + 24²) = 25 cm

Curved Surface Area = πrl = (22/7) × 7 × 25 = 550 cm²

Therefore, the curved surface area of the cone is 550 cm².

Shortcut Trick

June = 30 days, beginning with Saturday ⇒ 10 weekend days + 20 weekdays

Weekend children = 10 × 60 = 600

Weekday children = 20 × 30 = 600

⇒ Total = 1200 ⇒ Average = 1200 ÷ 30 = 40

∴ The correct answer is 40 children.

Alternate Method

Given

Weekday average = 30 children

Weekend average = 60 children

June = 30 days, starts on Saturday

Formula Used

Average = Total children ÷ Total days

Calculations

⇒ June starts on Saturday

⇒ Weekend days = 10

⇒ Weekdays = 30 − 10 = 20

⇒ Total children = 10 × 60 + 20 × 30

⇒ Total children = 600 + 600 = 1200

⇒ Average = 1200 ÷ 30 = 40

∴ The correct answer is 40 children.

Additional Information

Weighted Average

Combined average = Total of all observations ÷ Total number of observations.

Weekend Count

For a 30-day month beginning on Saturday, there are 5 Saturdays and 5 Sundays = 10 weekend days.

Shortcut

Average = 30 + (10 ÷ 30) × (60 − 30) = 40 children.

Given data:

Initial population of the town = 84000

Rate of decrease = 10%

Concept used: The formula for compound decrease.

Solution:

Current population = Initial population × (1 - rate/100)^time

Substituting the given values, we get 84000 × (1 - 10/100)³ = 63504

⇒ 84000 × (9/10)3 = 61236

Therefore, the present population of the town is approximately 61236.

Given:

Average income of 74 persons = Rs. 5,200

Manager's income = Rs. 6,000

Concept used:

Calculation of overall average.

Solution:

Total income of 74 persons = 74 ×  5200 = Rs. 384,800

Total income of the whole group = 384,800 + 6,000 = Rs. 390,800

The average income of the whole group = Total income / Total people = 390,800 / 75 = Rs. 5210.66

Therefore, the average income of the whole group is Rs. 5210.66.

Given data:

Number = 638a435

Concept used:

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

Solution:

Sum of digits = 6 + 3 + 8 + a + 4 + 3 + 5 = 29 + a

For the number to be divisible by 3, a must be 1 (because 29 + 1 = 30 is divisible by 3)

Therefore, the least value of 'a' for which the number 638a435 is completely divisible by 3 is 1.

Given:

18 percent of A is equal to 40 percent of B

Concept used:

The concept of ratios.

Solution:

Setting up the equation from the given data, 0.18A = 0.4B

Solving for the ratio of A to B, A/B = 0.4 / 0.18 = 20/9

Therefore, the ratio of A ∶ B is 20 ∶ 9.

Given:

Marked price = Rs. 750

Discount = 50%

Concept used:

Calculation of selling price after discount.

Solution:

Selling price = Marked price - Discount = 750 - 50% of 750 = Rs. 375

Therefore, the selling price after the discount is Rs. 375.

Shortcut Trick

Since both papers carry equal maximum marks (200 each), the overall percentage is simply the average of the individual percentages.

Overall % = (Paper 1 % + Paper 2 %) ÷ 2

60% = (40% + Paper 2 %) ÷ 2

120% = 40% + Paper 2 % ⇒ Paper 2 % = 80%

∴ The correct answer is 80%.

Alternate Method

Given:

Maximum marks for Paper 1 = 200

Maximum marks for Paper 2 = 200

Overall target percentage required = 60%

Calculation:

⇒ Marks obtained in Paper 1 = (40 ÷ 100) × 200 = 80 marks

⇒ Total maximum marks for both papers = 200 + 200 = 400

⇒ Target marks required overall = (60 ÷ 100) × 400 = 240 marks

⇒ Marks required in Paper 2 = Target marks required − Marks in Paper 1

⇒ Marks required in Paper 2 = 240 − 80 = 160 marks

⇒ Percentage required in Paper 2 = (160 ÷ 200) × 100

⇒ Percentage required = 80%

∴ The correct answer is 80%.

Additional Information

Average Percentage (Equal Base)

When calculating overall percentages for components with equal total bases, the combined percentage is strictly the simple average: Combined % = (P₁ + P₂) ÷ 2.

Weighted Average (Unequal Base)

If the total marks are unequal (say W₁ and W₂), the weighted average method is required: Overall % = (W₁P₁ + W₂P₂) ÷ (W₁ + W₂).

Percentage to Absolute Value

To convert any percentage to absolute marks, use the standard formula: Value = (Percentage ÷ 100) × Total Base.

Given:

A can finish work in 15 days.

B can finish the same work in 10 days.

A started the work alone and after 5 days, B joined.

Concept used:

Calculation of work done based on time taken to complete it.

Solution:

A’s 1 day’s work = 1/15

B’s 1 day’s work = 1/10

Work done by A in 5 days = 5 ×  (1/15) = 1/3

Remaining work = 1 - 1/3 = 2/3

(A + B)’s 1 day's work = 1/15 + 1/10 = 1/6

Time taken by A and B together to complete the remaining work = (2/3) / (1/6) = 4 days

Total time taken = time taken by A alone + time taken by A and B together = 5 days + 4 days = 9 days

Therefore, the total number of days to complete the work is 9 days.

Given:

Ramesh's normal speed = 12 km/h

Ramesh's increased speed = 15 km/h

Distance increased due to increased speed = 2 km

Concept used:

The concept of speed, time, and distance.

Solution:

Let's denote the time Ramesh spent walking as 't'.

Distance covered at normal speed = Speed ×  Time = 12t

Distance covered at increased speed = Speed ×  Time = 15t

According to the question, 15t = 12t + 2

Solving for 't', we get t = 2 / 3 hours

Substituting 't' back into the distance equation, Distance = 12t = 12 ×  2/3 = 8 km

Therefore, the actual distance travelled by Ramesh at 12 km/h in the same time is 8 km.

Given:

2 men = 3 women

5 women = 7 boys

16 men can finish a work in 2 days

Concept used:

Calculation of time taken based on work done.

Solution:

Given 2M = 3W, from this we can derive M = 1.5W

Given 5W = 7B, from this we can derive W = 1.4B

Substituting W from the first equation into the second,

Concept used: Calculation of time taken based on work done.

Solution (continued):

Substituting W from the first equation into the second, we get M = 1.5 × 1.4B = 2.1B

Hence, 1M = 2.1B or 1B = 1/2.1M = 0.476M

Given 16M can do the work in 2 days, hence, 1M can do the work in 2 × 16 = 32 days.

Hence, 1 boy will take 32 / 0.476 = 67.2 days approximately to do the work.

Therefore, two boys together will do the work in 67.2 / 2 = 33.6 days.

Therefore, the work will be completed by two boys in approximately 33.6 days.

Shortcut Trick

Identify the highest common factor (HCF) of 104, 78, and 260, which is 26.

Numbers can be written as: 26 × 4, 26 × 3, and 26 × 10.

LCM (P) = 26 × LCM(4, 3, 10) = 26 × 60 = 1560.

Equation: P + 40 = Q² ⇒ 1560 + 40 = 1600.

Q = √1600 = 40.

∴ The correct answer is 40.

Alternate Method

Given: Numbers are 104, 78, and 260. P is their LCM. P + 40 = Q².

Formula Used: LCM by Prime Factorization; Q = √(P + 40).

Step 1: Perform Prime Factorization of the numbers:

⇒ 104 = 2 × 2 × 2 × 13 = 2³ × 13

⇒ 78 = 2 × 3 × 13

⇒ 260 = 2 × 2 × 5 × 13 = 2² × 5 × 13

Step 2: Find the Least Common Multiple (P):

⇒ LCM = Highest power of each prime factor = 2³ × 3 × 5 × 13

⇒ P = 8 × 3 × 5 × 13 = 1560

Step 3: Solve for Q using the given condition:

⇒ Q² = P + 40

⇒ Q² = 1560 + 40 = 1600

⇒ Q = √1600

⇒ Q = 40

∴ The correct answer is 40.

Additional Information

Least Common Multiple (LCM)

The smallest positive integer that is divisible by two or more numbers. It is found by taking the product of the highest powers of all prime factors involved.

Perfect Square Properties

A number whose square root is an integer. For example, 1600 is a perfect square because √1600 = 40, where 40 is an integer.

Divisibility Rule of 13

To check divisibility by 13, multiply the last digit by 4 and add it to the remaining number. Repeat until a small number is obtained.

The correct answer is 'Diligent'.

Key Points

• The underlined word 'sedulous' refers to being persistent, diligent, or tireless in an effort or activity. (परिश्रमी)
• Example: Her sedulous efforts to master the language were eventually successful.
• The synonym 'Diligent' implies careful and persistent work or effort. (मेहनती)
• Example: He was a diligent worker, always the first to arrive and the last to leave.

Therefore, the correct answer is- Diligent.

Additional Information

• 'Dangerous' means able or likely to cause harm or injury. (खतरनाक)
• 'Sedate' refers to calm, dignified, and unhurried. (शांत)
• 'Seduce' implies to attract (someone) to a belief or into a course of action that is inadvisable or foolhardy. (बहकाना)

The correct answer is: Cite

Key Points

• Cite means to reference or acknowledge the source of information, ideas, or quotes used in a document or work. (किसी दस्तावेज़ या कार्य में उपयोग की गई जानकारी, विचारों या उद्धरणों के स्रोत को संदर्भित करना)
• Example: In his research paper, John cited several scholarly articles to support his arguments.
• The word "cite" is the most appropriate choice in the context of the sentence because it indicates referencing or mentioning examples to support or illustrate a point.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 3.

Complete sentence: We may cite an example or two.

Additional Information

• Site: Refers to a location or place, often used in the context of a physical or online setting. (एक स्थान या स्थान, जिसका उपयोग अक्सर भौतिक या ऑनलाइन सेटिंग के संदर्भ में किया जाता है)
• Sight: Relates to the ability to see or something that is seen. (देखने की क्षमता या कोई चीज़ जो देखी जाती है)
• Side: Refers to one of the surfaces of an object or a position in relation to others. (किसी वस्तु की सतहों में से एक या दूसरों के संबंध में स्थिति)

The correct answer is: I have waiting

Key Points

• The original segment "I have waiting" lacks the auxiliary verb "been," which is necessary to form the present perfect continuous tense.
• In English, this tense is constructed with "have been" followed by the present participle (waiting).
• The present perfect continuous tense is used to describe actions or situations that started in the past, continue into the present, and may continue in future.
• Structure: Subject + has/have + been + present participle (verb + -ing)
• Example: They have been working hard.
• Therefore, the corrected sentence is "I have been waiting anxiously for my exam results."

Thus, option 2 is the correct answer.

The correct answer is “Disobedient”.

Key Points 

• 'Obedient' means someone who complies or yield to commands or authority. (आज्ञाकारी)
• Example- Soldiers must be obedient and listen to their superiors.
• 'Disobedient' means not obedient; refusing or neglecting to obey. (अवज्ञाकारी)
• Example- His disobedient behavior got him suspended from school.
• Hence, the option that is opposite in meaning to the given word is 'Disobedient'.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 1'.

Additional Information 

• Let’s have a look at the meaning of the remaining options.
• 'Docile' means easily managed or handled. (विनीत)
• 'Disciplined' means obeying rules. (अनुशासित)
• 'Meekness' means the quality of being patient, gentle. (नम्रता)

The correct answer is "Palaeography".

Key Points

• 'Palaeography' is the study of old handwriting, and the art of deciphering and reading historical manuscripts. (प्राचीन लेखन और ग्रंथों का अध्ययन)
• Example- Professor Scott spent years in the study of ancient writings and scriptures of Egypt.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 4'.

Additional Information 

• Let’s have a look at the meaning of the remaining options.
• 'Alchemy' refers to a medieval chemical science and speculative philosophy aiming to achieve the transmutation of the base metals into gold, the discovery of a universal cure for disease, and the discovery of a means of indefinitely prolonging life. (रसायन विज्ञान)
• 'Geology' is the science that deals with the earth's physical structure and substance, its history, and the processes that act on it. (भूविज्ञान)
• 'Ornithology' is the scientific study of birds. (पक्षी-विज्ञान)

The correct answer is "beating around the bush".

Key Points 

• The idiom 'beating around the bush' has the same meaning, referring to avoiding the issue or circumventing the main point. (घुमा-फिराकर बात करना)
• Example- The suspect kept speaking vaguely to avoid talking about his whereabouts during the crime.
• Hence, the option that is similar in meaning to the given phrase is 'beating around the bush'.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 1'.

Additional Information 

• Let's have a look at the remaining options' meanings:
• 'Searching around the room' refers to the act of looking thoroughly in a room. (कमरे के चारों ओर खोजन)
• 'Searching the bird in the bush' means looking for a bird in a bush. (झाड़ी में पक्षी की खोज करना)

The correct answer is "Farnish".

Key Points

• 'Farnish' seems to be a misspelling, and it might possibly be meant to be 'Furnish'.
• 'Furnish' means to supply furniture or necessary equipment. (सुसज्जित)
• Example: They decided to furnish their new house with antique furniture.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 2'.

Additional Information

• Let’s have a look at the correct spelling and meaning of the remaining options.
• 'Attain' means to achieve or accomplish. (प्राप्त करना)
• 'Allergy' means an abnormal reaction of the body to a previously encountered allergen. (एलर्जी)
• 'Fabulous' means almost impossible to believe or incredibly great. (अविश्वसनीय)

The correct answer is "seclusion".

Key Points

• 'Solitude' means state of being alone, often by choice. (एकान्त)
• Example- She enjoyed the peace and solitude of the cabin.
• 'Seclusion' means the state of being private and away from other people. (पृथक्करण)
• Example- His seclusion allowed him ample time to meditate.
• Hence, the option that is similar in meaning to the given word is 'seclusion'.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 1'.

Additional Information

• Let’s have a look at the meaning of the remaining options.
• 'Security' means freedom from danger, risk, etc. (सुरक्षा)
• 'Slumber' means to sleep, especially lightly. (निद्रा)
• 'Satiety' is the state of being satiated or full. (संतोष)

The correct answer is: "helps his friends to solve"

Key Points 

• The use of ‘OF’ in the underlined segment “helps his friends of solve” is INCORRECT.
• It should be ‘TO’ in place of ‘OF’- “helps his friends to solve”.
• ‘TO’ is used here as an infinitive.
• The given sentence suggests that Rajiv assists his friends in the process of solving problems using various methods and approaches.

Therefore, the correct sentence is “Rajiv helps his friends to solve real-life problems with several methods and approaches”.

Thus, option 4 is the correct answer.

Confusion Points 

• We can use 'solve' without any preposition before it in this sentence.
• We use 'help' as a bare infinitive.
• "Rajiv helps his friends solve real-life problems with several methods and approaches."
• This sentence is also correct it conveys that Rajiv assists his friends in solving real-life problems, and these methods and approaches are part of the help he provides. It doesn't emphasize the act of solving as much as the given sentence(question).
• Both the forms are grammatically correct.
• We have to answer as per the options.

The correct answer is "To bribe".

Key Points

• The phrase "grease the palm" is an idiomatic expression used to mean giving someone a bribe.
• This phrase alludes to the practice of applying grease to machinery to make it run smoothly. Similarly, when used metaphorically, it implies using bribe money to 'smooth' a transaction or deal.
• It implies illegal or unethical behavior, where money or other incentives are given to influence the behavior or decisions of another person.
• In the provided sentence, the businessman is said to agree to "grease the palm" of the bank manager. This clearly connotes that he is ready to bribe the manager to get his loan approved.

Hence, the correct answer is 'Option 4'.

The correct answer is "saunter".

Key Points

• 'Stroll' means to walk leisurely as inclination directs. (टहलना)
• Example- After dinner, they went for a stroll in the park.
• 'Saunter' means to walk in a slow, relaxed manner, without hurry or effort. (सुस्त ग़ून्धना)
• Example- She sauntered through the streets, enjoying the city's rich architecture.
• Hence, the option that is similar in meaning to the given word is 'saunter'.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 3'.

Additional Information 

• Let’s have a look at the meaning of the remaining options.
• 'Scamper' means to run hurriedly or quickly. (झूलना)
• 'Sprint' means to run at full speed over a short distance. (तेजी से दौड़ना)
• 'Jog' means to run at a steady gentle pace. (धीरे-धीरे दौड़ना)

The correct answer is: Walk

Key Points

• Walk means to move on foot at a regular and fairly slow pace, putting one foot in front of the other in a controlled manner. (नियंत्रित तरीके से एक पैर को दूसरे के सामने रखकर नियमित और काफी धीमी गति से पैदल चलना)
• Example: She decided to take a leisurely walk in the park to enjoy the fresh air and nature.
• In this context, "walk" is the suitable choice because it implies a controlled and regular movement on foot, which is often recommended as a form of exercise for its cardiovascular and general health benefits.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 2.

Complete sentence: The doctor instructed the patient to walk up and down his house as an exercise.

Additional Information

• Work: The effort or activity directed towards a goal or task. (किसी लक्ष्य या कार्य की ओर निर्देशित प्रयास या गतिविधि)
• Chase: To pursue or follow with the intent of catching or capturing. (पकड़ने या कब्जा करने के इरादे से पीछा करना )
• Wake: The state of being awake or the action of waking up. (जागने की अवस्था या क्रिया)

The correct answer is "fresh".

Key Points

• 'Stale' refers to something old, not fresh, or past its best. (बासी)
• Example- The bread I bought yesterday is already stale.
• 'Fresh' represents something newly made or obtained. (ताजगी)
• Example- The strawberries are fresh and very sweet.
• Hence, the option that is opposite in meaning to the given word is 'fresh'.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 4'.

Additional Information 

• Let’s have a look at the meaning of the remaining options.
• 'Old' means having been in existence for a long time. (पुराना)
• 'Musty' means smelling damp and stale. (फफूंदीदार)
• 'Stuffy' means lacking fresh air or ventilation. (बेहवा)

The correct answer is "My aunty arrived at my home on the eve of Diwali".

Key Points

• The spelling of 'arrived' is correct in this sentence.
• Arrived refers to reaching a destination or coming to a certain place, typically after a journey or travel. (किसी गंतव्य तक पहुंचना या किसी निश्चित स्थान पर आना)
• Example: After a long flight, we finally arrived at our vacation destination.
• The sentence "My aunty arrived at my home on the eve of Diwali" is correct without any spelling errors.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2'

The correct answer is "delicious".

Key Points 

• 'Distasteful' means unpleasant or offensive. (अप्रिय)
• Example- The medicine had a distasteful aftertaste.
• 'Delicious' means highly pleasing to the senses, especially to taste or smell, thus indicating the opposite of distasteful. (स्वादिष्ट)
• Example- The apples from the orchard are absolutely delicious.
• Hence, the option that is opposite in meaning to the given word is 'delicious'.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 4'.

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• Let’s have a look at the meaning of the remaining options.
• 'Refined' means showing a high degree of elegance or politeness. (संस्कृत)
• 'Enchanting' means delightfully charming or attractive. (मनोहारी)
• 'Intoxicating' means causing or capable of causing intoxication. (नशीला)

The correct answer is: Including

Key Points

• Including means taking into account or comprising as part of a whole. (समग्र के भाग के रूप में ध्यान में रखना या शामिल करना)
• Example: The team members brought various snacks to the meeting, including cookies, fruits, and sandwiches.
• The word "including" is appropriate here because it introduces additional elements within the set of relationships between people.

Therefore, option 1 is the correct answer.

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• Discounting: Offering reduced prices or deductions on the original cost of goods or services. (वस्तुओं या सेवाओं की मूल लागत पर कम कीमतों या कटौती)
• Developing: The process of growth, advancement, or creation; often used in the context of progress or improvement. (विकास, उन्नति या सृजन की प्रक्रिया)
• Resisting: Opposing or withstanding an action, force, or influence. (किसी कार्य, बल या प्रभाव का विरोध करना या उसका सामना करना)

The correct answer is: Entire

Key Points

• Entire means the whole or complete extent of something, encompassing all its parts or elements. (किसी चीज़ का संपूर्ण या संपूर्ण विस्तार, जिसमें उसके सभी भाग या तत्व शामिल हों)
• Example: She read the entire book in one sitting, captivated by the compelling story from beginning to end.
• So, the use of "entire" in this context is appropriate for emphasizing the broad and all-encompassing nature of the term "society" when applied to a region, country, or the entire world.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 4.

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• Illiterate: Unable to read or write; lacking basic literacy skills. (पढ़ने या लिखने में असमर्थ; बुनियादी साक्षरता कौशल का अभाव)
• Primitive: Basic, rudimentary, or characteristic of an early stage of development; simple and unsophisticated. (विकास के प्रारंभिक चरण की बुनियादी, अल्पविकसित या विशेषता; सरल और अपरिष्कृत)
• Absolute: Unconditional, complete, or not limited by any conditions; total and unrestricted. (बिना शर्त, पूर्ण, या किसी भी शर्त से सीमित नहीं; कुल और अप्रतिबंधित)

The correct answer is: Interdependence

Key Points

• Interdependence means a mutual reliance or dependence between two or more entities, where they rely on each other for support, resources, cooperation, or other forms of assistance. (दो या दो से अधिक संस्थाओं के बीच पारस्परिक निर्भरता या निर्भरता, जहां वे समर्थन, संसाधन, सहयोग या अन्य प्रकार की सहायता के लिए एक-दूसरे पर निर्भर होते हैं)
• Example: The success of the team relied on the interdependence of its members.
• The word, "interdependence" is fitting in this context as it encapsulates the interconnected and mutually reliant nature of individuals within a society, especially when considered as an organization.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 3.

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• Mutualism: A symbiotic relationship where both parties benefit from each other. (एक सहजीवी संबंध जहां दोनों पक्ष एक-दूसरे से लाभान्वित होते हैं)
• Qualities: Characteristics or attributes that define and distinguish a person, thing, or concept. (विशेषताएँ जो किसी व्यक्ति, चीज़ या अवधारणा को परिभाषित और अलग करती हैं)
• Exchange: The act of giving and receiving, typically involving the transfer of goods, services, or ideas between two or more parties. (देने और प्राप्त करने की क्रिया, जिसमें आम तौर पर दो या दो से अधिक पक्षों के बीच वस्तुओं, सेवाओं या विचारों का हस्तांतरण शामिल होता है)

The correct answer is: Share

Key Points

• Share means to divide, distribute, or partake in something with others. (किसी चीज़ को दूसरों के साथ बाँटना, बाँटना या उसमें भाग लेना)
• Example: The friends decided to share the cost of the meal equally.
• So, "share" is fitting in this context as it accurately expresses the collaborative and participatory nature of individuals within human societies who collectively contribute to and engage in common cultural practices and institutions.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 1.

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• Oppose: To be against or resist something. (किसी बात का विरोध या विरोध करना)
• Protect: To safeguard or defend from harm or danger. (हानि या खतरे से रक्षा या बचाव करना)
• Divide: To separate into parts or create a distinction between elements. (तत्वों को भागों में बाँटना या उनमें भेद पैदा करना)

The correct answer is: Accomplish

Key Points

• Accomplish means to successfully complete or achieve a task, goal, or objective. (किसी कार्य, लक्ष्य या उद्देश्य को सफलतापूर्वक पूरा करना या प्राप्त करना)
• Example: After months of hard work and dedication, she was able to accomplish her goal of running a marathon.
• So, in this context, the term "accomplish" is used in a broader sense to encompass the achievement of collective desires or wishes.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 1.

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• Give up: To surrender, relinquish, or stop pursuing a task or goal. (किसी कार्य या लक्ष्य का पीछा करना, समर्पण करना, त्यागना या बंद करना)
• Escalate: To increase in intensity, scope, or severity, often referring to a conflict or situation. (तीव्रता, दायरे या गंभीरता में वृद्धि, अक्सर किसी संघर्ष या स्थिति का संदर्भ देती है)
• Evacuate: To move people or objects out of a place of danger or emergency. (लोगों या वस्तुओं को खतरे या आपात्कालीन स्थान से बाहर ले जाना)

'संजय भारतीय मूल्यों का तिरस्कार करता है।' में  तिरस्कार शब्द का उचित समानार्थी शब्द ���ोगा -  उपेक्षा। अन्य विकल्प अनुचित हैं।

Key Pointsसही वाक्य - संजय भारतीय मूल्यों की उपेक्षा करता है।

तिरस्कार के अन्य पर्यायवाची - अनादर, अवहेलना, अपमान, अवज्ञा, अवमानना, बेइज्जती, निरादर।

अन्य विकल्प - 

• संजय भारतीय मूल्यों की सराहना करता है। 
• सराहना -  तारीफ, प्रशंसा, साधुवाद, गुणगान, प्रशस्ति।
• संजय भारतीय मूल्यों की प्रशंसा करता है।  
• प्रशंसा - तारीफ़, कीर्ति, बड़ाई, ख्याति।
• संजय भारतीय मूल्यों को बदनाम करता है।  
• बदनाम - कुप्रसिद्ध, कलंकित, कुख्यात।

Important Pointsकुछ महत्तवपूर्ण पर्यायवाची -

'कुचक्र' का पर्यायवाची नहीं है - 'टोल'।  अन्य विकल्प असंगत है। 

Key Points

• 'दुर्योधन ने कुचक्र रचकर पांडवों को चौसर में हरा दिया।'
• 'कुचक्र' का पर्यायवाची नहीं है - 'टोल'।
• 'कुचक्र' के पर्यायवाची- षड्यंत्र, अभिसंधि, दुरभिसंधि, साजिश, कूटप्रबंध, छल, दाँवघात।
• 'टोल' का अर्थ- मार्ग-कर।
• अन्य सभी विकल्प 'कुचक्र' के पर्यायवाची है।

Additional Information

कविता पत्र को लिखती है।   - में कर्मकारक का प्रयोग गलत हुआ है।

• अशुद्ध वाक्य - कविता पत्र को लिखती है।
• शुद्ध वाक्य - कविता पत्र लिखती है।

Key Points 

• संज्ञा या सर्वनाम के जिस रूप से वाक्य का सम्बन्ध किसी दूसरे शब्द के साथ जाना जाए, उसे कारक कहते हैं।
• कारकों की संख्या आठ होती है।

मुहावरे में रिक्त स्थान की पूर्ति के लिये उचित शब्द- 'सांस'। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है।

Key Points

• '_________ लेने की फुरसत न होना।'
• उपरोक्त मुहावरे में रिक्त स्थान की पूर्ति के लिये उचित शब्द- 'सांस'।
• अतः वाक्य होगा- सांस लेने की फुरसत न होना।'
• अन्य विकल्प असंगत है।

कुछ अन्य मुहावरे- 

Additional Information

वाक्य में रेखांकित पद के स्थान पर सबसे उपयुक्त शब्द- 'तिलांजलि'। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है।

Key Points

• उन्होंने अपने बड़े बेटे को श्रद्धांजलि दे दी।
• वाक्य में रेखांकित पद के स्थान पर सबसे उपयुक्त शब्द- 'तिलांजलि'।
• 'तिलांजलि' का अर्थ- तिल एवं जल मृतक के नाम से छोड़ने की रस्म।
• 'श्रद्धांजलि' का अर्थ- अंजली में फूल आदि भरकर श्रद्धा से किसी महत्वपूर्ण व्यक्ति को चढ़ाना।
• अतः वाक्य- उन्होंने अपने बड़े बेटे को तिलांजलि दे दी।

Additional Information

'देश की स्थिति अच्छा नहीं है।' इस वाक्य में अच्छा शब्द अशुद्ध है।

'देश की स्थिति अच्छा नहीं है।' इस वाक्य में - विशेषण संबंधी अशुद्धि है।

शुद्ध वाक्य - देश की स्थिति अच्छी नहीं है।

Mistake Pointsविशेषण विकारी (व्ययी) शब्द है इसलिए वाक्य के अनुसार उसका प्रयोग भी बदलता है। 

• अच्छा - तुमने अच्छा किया जो आ गए। (मुलावस्था)
• अच्छी - मेरी माता बहुत अच्छी है। (लिंग प्रभाव)
• अच्छे - वह अच्छे लोग है। (वचन प्रभाव))

Key Pointsअन्य विकल्प -

नहीं, स्थिति व देश आदि शब्दों में व्याकरणिक तौर पर कोई त्रुटि नहीं है।

Important Pointsविशेषण संबंधित अशुद्धि वाले वाक्यों के उदाहरण -

• अशुद्ध वाक्य - धोबिन ने अच्छी चादरें धोईं।
• शुद्ध वाक्य - धोबिन ने चादरें अच्छी धोईं।
• अशुद्ध वाक्य - वह डाल महीन है।
• शुद्ध वाक्य - वह डाल पतली है।
• अशुद्ध वाक्य - यह सबसे सुन्दरतम साड़ी है।
• शुद्ध वाक्य - यह सुन्दरतम साड़ी है।

वाक्य में रेखांकित वाक्य खंड के स्थान पर 'मुझसे' आएगा। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है।

Key Points

• 'मेरे से कुछ ना पूछो।'
• वाक्य में सर्वनाम सम्बंधित अशुद्धि है।
• वाक्य में रेखांकित वाक्य खंड के स्थान पर 'मुझसे' आएगा।
• अतः वाक्य होगा- 'मुझसे कुछ ना पूछो।'

Additional Information

शुद्ध वाक्य "चरखा चलाना चाहिए।" होगा। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है।

Key Points

• शुद्ध वाक्य- चरखा चलाना चाहिए।

अन्‍य व‍िकल्‍प- 

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