SSC GD Constable (2022) Official Paper (Held On : 25 Jan 2023 Shift 4) (Previous Year Paper)

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

4 Pocket

1 Pollution

5 Pool

2 Popular

3 Population

Hence, '4, 1, 5, 2, 3' is the correct answer.

The image embedded in given figure is as shown below:

Hence, 'option 1' is the correct answer.

Given equation: 54 & 6 # 2 $ 8 @ 4

After replacing the symbols by their meaning, we get:

54 ÷ 6 × 2 + 8 - 4

= 9 × 2 + 8 - 4

= 18 + 8 - 4

= 26 - 4

= 22

Hence, '22' is the correct answer.

Five friends S, U, K, N, and M are sitting around a circular table facing the centre.

1. K is the immediate neighbour of S and M.

2. S is not the immediate neighbour of U.

3. N is not the immediate neighbour of M.

Based on statement 2 and 3, positions that N and U can occupy is:

Clearly, from both the cases, S is the immediate neighbour of K and N.

Hence, 'S' is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Logic: (Second number + Third number) × 6 = First number

• (174, 14, 15) → (14 + 15) × 6 = 29 × 6 = 174
• (228, 24, 14) → (24 + 14) × 6 = 38 × 6 = 228

Similarly,

• (384, 45, 19) → (45 + 19) × 6 = 64 × 6 = 384

Hence, '(384, 45, 19)' is the correct answer.

The figure that will come next in the following figure series is:

Figures at odd position:

Square shape changes its position by shifting 180º clockwise direction. Number of arrow increases by 2 as we move along the series. 

 figures decreases by 2 as we move along the series.

Figures at even position:

Pentagon shape changes its position by shifting 180º anti-clockwise direction. Number of arrow increases by 2 as we move along the series. 

 figures decreases by 2 as we move along the series.

Hence, 'option 4' is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Hence, 'XP' is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Hence, '41' is the correct answer.

The image embedded in given figure is as shown below:

Hence, 'option 3' is the correct answer.

Given equation: 26 - 13 + 18 ÷ 54 × 24 = 31

After interchanging the signs, we get:

1. - and ×

26 × 13 + 18 ÷ 54 - 24 = 31

⇒ 338 + 0.33 - 24 = 31

⇒ 338.3 - 24 = 31

⇒ 314.3 ≠ 31

2. × and ÷

26 - 13 + 18 × 54 ÷ 24 = 31

⇒ 26 - 13 + 18 × 2.25 = 31

⇒ 26 - 13 + 40.5 = 31

⇒ 30.5 - 13 = 31

⇒ 17.5 ≠ 31

3. - and +

26 + 13 - 18 ÷ 54 × 24 = 31

⇒ 26 + 13 - 18 ÷ 54 × 24 = 31

⇒ 26 + 13 - 8 = 31

⇒ 39 - 8 = 31

⇒ 31 = 31

4. + and ÷

26 - 13 ÷ 18 + 54 × 24 = 31

⇒ 26 - 13 ÷ 18 + 54 × 24 = 31

⇒ 26 - 0.72 + 1296 = 31

⇒ 1322 - 0.72 = 31

⇒ 1321.28 ≠ 31

Hence, '- and +' is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Logic: Letters of the word are coded according to the equivalent opposite letter of a particular letter of the word.

 

Similarly,

Hence, 'XLMXVIG' is the correct answer.

In a certain code language:

• ‘the shirt is dirty’ is coded as '3525'
• ‘exercise regularly’ is coded as '89'
• ‘comb your hair’ is coded as '444'

Logic: Words are coded according to the number of letters in each word.

the - 3, shirt - 5, is - 2, dirty - 5

Therefore code for:

‘empty your vessel’ will be '546'.

Hence, ‘546’ is the correct answer.

L ÷ R + T ÷ W – M → L is daughter of R, R is sister of T, T is daughter of W, W is husband of M.

By using the symbols in the table given below, we can draw the following family tree:

Clearly, T is aunt (mother's sister) of L.

Hence, ‘Mother’s sister’ is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Hence, '25' is the correct answer.

P, Q, R, S, T and U are sitting in a circle facing opposite to the centre.

1. S is sitting to the immediate right of R and immediate left of U.
2. T is sitting to the immediate right of U and immediate left of P. 

 

3. Q is sitting between R and P.

Clearly, Q is sitting to the immediate right of P.

Hence, 'Q' is the correct answer.

The least possible Venn diagram is:          

Conclusions:

I. Some flats are gardens. → Follows (As, Some flats are houses, All houses are buildings and All buildings are gardens)

II. All flats are buildings. → Does not follow (As, Some flats are houses, All houses are buildings → flats are buildings)

Hence, 'Only conclusion I follows' is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Similarly,

Hence, 'OCNCU' is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Hence, 'RSJK' is the correct answer.

In a certain language,

• COFFEE is coded as 12
• FOUR is coded as 8

Logic: Number of letters in the word × 2 = Code of the word

Therefore, ANDROID will be coded as:

Number of letters in ANDROID is 7 and  7 × 2 = 14

Hence, '14' is the correct answer.

As C and F are the common faces on both the dice, the remaining faces are opposite to each other.

Clearly, B is the alphabet on the face opposite the face showing ‘E’.

Hence, 'B' is the correct answer.

The correct answer is Ghanshyam Singh Lodhi.

Key Points

• Ghanshyam Singh Lodhi:-
• Ghanshyam Singh Lodhi is an Indian politician who has served as the Member of Parliament (MP) for the Rampur constituency in Uttar Pradesh since 2022.
• He is a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
• In 2022, Lodhi was the BJP candidate for the Rampur Lok Sabha by-election. He defeated the Samajwadi Party candidate, Azam Khan's wife, by a margin of over 42,000 votes. Lodhi's victory was seen as a major upset, as Rampur has been a stronghold of the Samajwadi Party for decades.
• As an MP, Lodhi has focused on issues such as development, education, and healthcare. He has also been a vocal supporter of the BJP government's policies.

Additional Information

• Yogi Adityanath:-
• He is the 22^nd and current Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, the most populous state in India.
• Adityanath is a Hindu monk and the head priest of the Gorakhnath Math.
• Dinesh Lal Yadav:-
• He is known by his stage name Nirahu.
• He is an Indian actor, singer, and politician who works in the Bhojpuri film industry.
• He is one of the most popular and successful Bhojpuri actors, and has starred in over 100 films.
• Akhilesh Yadav:-
• He is an Indian politician who is currently the Leader of the Opposition in the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly.
• He is also the president of the Samajwadi Party (SP), a regional political party in Uttar Pradesh.

The correct answer is Secular

Key Points

• 42^nd amendment:-
• Socialist, Secular, and Integrity words were added to the Preamble by the 42^nd Constitutional Amendment.
• The 42^nd Amendment changed the description of India from a "sovereign democratic republic" to a "sovereign, socialist secular democratic republic", and also changed the words "unity of the nation" to "unity and integrity of the nation".
• The 42^nd amendment to the Constitution of India, officially known as The Constitution Amendment Act, 1976, was enacted during the Emergency by the Indian National Congress government headed by Indira Gandhi.
• It is also known as ‘Mini-Constitution.’
• Only one time the Preamble was amended in 1976 till date.

Additional Information

• Preamble:-
• The 73-word Preamble to the Constitution of India outlines the ideals that must guide Indian democracy. Together with the Directive Principles of State Policy,
• It provides the context in which the country can achieve the fundamental rights guaranteed by the Constitution.
• The Preamble indicates that the source of authority of the Constitution lies with the people of India.
• It declares India to be a socialist, secular, secular, democratic and a republic nation.
• It states its objectives to secure justice, liberty, equality to all citizens, and promote fraternity to maintain unity and integrity of the nation.

The correct answer is Thallophytes

Key Points

• Thallophytes:-
• These are a diverse group of organisms that includes both unicellular and multicellular plants.
• They are found in a wide range of habitats, from freshwater and marine environments to terrestrial environments.
• Thallophytes do not have true roots, stems, or leaves. Instead, their bodies are typically flattened and leaf-like, and they absorb water and nutrients directly from their environment.
• The group of plants that do not have a well-differentiated body design and are commonly called algae is thallophyta.
• Examples of thallophytes include:
• Green algae: Spirogyra, Ulothrix, Cladophora
• Brown algae: Fucus, Laminaria, Sargassum
• Red algae: Porphyra, Gelidium, Gracilaria

Additional Information

• Gymnosperms:-
• These are a group of plants that produce seeds but do not have flowers.
• They include conifers, cycads, ginkgoes, and others.
• Gymnosperms have a higher number of species compared to bryophytes and algae.
• Gymnosperms are typically slow in terms of reproduction; up to a year may pass between pollination and fertilisation and seed maturation may require 3 years.
• Bryophytes:-
• These are a group of non-vascular plants that includes mosses, liverworts, and hornworts.
• They are called non-vascular plants because they do not have specialized tissues for transporting water and nutrients, such as xylem and phloem.
• Bryophytes are typically small plants that grow in moist, shady environments. They are found all over the world, from the Arctic to the tropics.
• Pteridophytes:-
• These are vascular plants that reproduce by spores.
• They are also known as ferns and lycophytes.
• Pteridophytes were the first vascular plants to colonize the land, and they played a major role in the evolution of plant life.

The correct answer is Justice Ali Mohammad Magrey.

Key Points

• Justice Ali Mohammad Magrey:-
• He was an Indian Judge and former Chief Justice of the Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court.
• He was appointed as a Judge of the High Court on 8 March 2013 and was elevated as Chief Justice on 13 October 2022. He retired on 7 December 2022.

Mistake Points

• Justice Ali Mohammad Magrey retired on 7 December 2022.
• However when the question was asked he was serving as Chief Justice of J&K.

Additional Information

• Justice Prasanna Bhalachandra Varale:-
• He is the current Chief Justice of the Karnataka High Court.
• He was sworn in on October 15, 2022.
• Justice Pankaj Mithal:-
• He is a Judge of the Supreme Court of India.
• He was appointed on February 4, 2023.
• He previously served as the Chief Justice of the Rajasthan High Court, and before that, as the Chief Justice of the Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court.
• Justice Jaishree Thakur:-
• She is an Indian Judge and the current Chief Justice of the Madhya Pradesh High Court.
• She was appointed as a Judge of the High Court on 12 February 2014 and was elevated as Chief Justice on 20 July 2023.

The correct answer is Potato.

Key Points

• Potato:-
• Potatoes are a good source of carbohydrates, dietary fiber, vitamin C, and potassium.
• They can be eaten in a variety of ways, including baked, boiled, fried, and mashed.
• Potatoes are also used to make a variety of products, such as potato chips, french fries, and vodka.

Additional Information

• Ragi:-
• It is also known as finger millet.
• It is a small, dark-colored grain that is a good source of protein, fiber, and calcium.
• It is a staple food crop in many parts of Africa and India.
• Bajra:-
• It is also known as pearl millet.
• It is a drought-tolerant grain that is grown in many parts of Africa, Asia, and the Middle East.
• It is a good source of protein, fiber, and iron.
• Jowar:- 
• It is also known as sorghum.
• It is also a millet.
• It is a versatile grain that can be used for food, fodder, and biofuels.
• It is a good source of protein, fiber, and antioxidants.

The correct answer is Bay of Bengal and Indian ocean.

Key Points

• Most tropical cyclones in India originate from the Bay of Bengal and Indian ocean.
• Bay of Bengal:-
• The Bay of Bengal is a large body of warm water that is located to the east of India.
• The warm water provides the energy that tropical cyclones need to form and intensify.
• Indian Ocean:-
• The Indian Ocean is the third-largest of the world's five oceanic divisions, covering 70,560,000 km2 (27,240,000 sq mi) or ~19.8% of the water on Earth's surface.
• It is bounded by Asia to the north, Africa to the west and Australia to the east. To the south it is bounded by the Southern Ocean or Antarctica depending on the definition in use.
• Along its core, the Indian Ocean has some large marginal or regional seas such as the Arabian Sea, Laccadive Sea, Bay of Bengal and Andaman Sea.

The correct answer is Cathode Rays.

Key Points

• Cathode Rays:-
• Cathode rays are streams of electrons emitted from the cathode (negatively charged electrode) of a vacuum tube.
• They are produced when a high voltage is applied between the cathode and another electrode, called the anode (positively charged electrode).
• The electrons are accelerated by the electric field and travel through the vacuum tube at high speeds.
• It is not an Electronic Magnetic Wave.

 Additional Information

• Ultraviolet (UV) rays:-
• These are a type of electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths shorter than visible light and longer than X-rays.
• UV rays are not visible to the human eye, but they can have a significant impact on our health and the environment.
• UV rays are produced by the sun, but they can also be produced by artificial sources, such as tanning beds and germicidal lamps.
• Infrared (IR) rays:-
• These are a type of electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths longer than visible light and shorter than microwaves.
• IR rays are not visible to the human eye, but we can feel them as heat.
• IR rays are produced by all objects with a temperature above absolute zero. The hotter the object, the more IR rays it produces.
• Gamma rays:
• These are the most energetic type of electromagnetic radiation.
• They have shorter wavelengths and higher energies than X-rays.
• Gamma rays are produced by radioactive decay, nuclear reactions, and certain astronomical events.
• Gamma rays are highly penetrating and can damage living cells. They are used in a variety of applications, such as cancer treatment, medical imaging, and materials science.

The correct answer is Gulmarg.

Key Points

• Khelo India National Winter Games 2021:-
• The second edition of 'Khelo India National Winter Games 2021' was inaugurated in Jammu and Kashmir's Baramulla district on 26 February 2021.
• The games were held in the ski resort of Gulmarg, which is located in the Baramulla district.
• The event was inaugurated virtually by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and saw participation from over 1200 people, including 600 athletes from across 27 states and union territories.
• The games were held in a variety of winter sports disciplines, including skiing, snowboarding, ice hockey, figure skating, ice stock, and snowshoe racing.
• The host team, Jammu and Kashmir, won the maximum number of medals, with a tally of 34 medals, including 11 gold medals.

Additional Information

• Doda district:-
• It is the largest district in Jammu and Kashmir, and is known for its scenic beauty and natural resources.
• The district is home to the Chenab River, which is one of the main tributaries of the Indus River.
• The Chenab Valley is a major tourist destination in Doda district, and is known for its lush green meadows, apple orchards, and snow-capped peaks.
• Ramban district:-
• It is a relatively new district, having been formed in 2006.
• The district is located on the Jammu-Srinagar highway, and is a major transit point between the two regions.
• Ramban district is also home to a number of tourist attractions, including the Banihal Pass, the Patnitop hill station, and the Shiv Khori cave.
• Kathua district:-
• It is located on the border between India and Pakistan.
• The district is known for its rich cultural heritage and natural beauty.
• Kathua district is home to a number of religious and historical sites, including the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine, the Jasrota Fort, and the Basohli Fort.

The correct answer is Sattriya.

Key Points

• Sattriya:-
• "Sattriya" dance form belongs to Assam.
• It was Introduced by the Vaishnava saint Shankaradeva in the 15^th century A.D.
• Sattriya dance includes Nritta, Nritya, and Natya.

Additional Information

8 classical dance forms of India:

The correct answer is Emperor Naruhito.

Key Points

• Emperor Naruhito:-
• Emperor Naruhito of Japan officially opened the 2020 Summer Olympics Games on July 23, 2021, at the Olympic Stadium in Tokyo.
• He was the third Japanese Emperor to open an Olympics, following his grandfather Emperor Hirohito (1964 Summer and 1972 Winter Olympics) and his father Emperor Akihito (1998 Winter Olympics).
• He was also the honorary patron of Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympics.

Additional Information

• Vladimir Putin:-
• It is a Russian intelligence officer and politician who served as president (1999–2008, 2012– till now) of Russia and also was the country’s prime minister (1999, 2008–12).
• Xi Jinping:-
• He is a Chinese politician who has been serving as the general secretary of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and chairman of the Central Military Commission (CMC), and thus as the paramount leader of China, since 2012.
• Xi has also served as the president of the People's Republic of China (PRC) since 2013.
• He belongs to the fifth generation of Chinese leadership.
• Michel Temer:-
• He is a Brazilian politician, lawyer, and writer who served as the 37^th president of Brazil from 31 August 2016 to 31 December 2018.
• He took office after the impeachment and removal from office of his predecessor Dilma Rousseff.
• He had been the 24^th vice president of Brazil since 2011 and acting president since 12 May 2016, when Rousseff's powers and duties were suspended pending an impeachment trial.

The correct answer is Mahad Satyagraha.

Key Points

• Mahad Satyagraha:-
• The Mahad Satyagraha was a non-violent protest movement led by B. R. Ambedkar on March 20, 1927.
• It's aim was to assert the rights of untouchables to use water in a public tank in Mahad, Maharashtra, India.
• The day (20 March) is observed as Social Empowerment day in India.
• The upper-caste Hindus in Mahad were enraged by the Mahad Satyagraha. They attacked the satyagrahis with stones and sticks.
• Ambedkar himself was injured in the attack. The satyagrahis were forced to retreat, but they had made their point.

Additional Information

• Individual Satyagraha:-
• It was the outcome of the August Offer.
• The movement started not only for independence but also for freedom of speech.
• Vinoba Bhave was the 1^st Satyagrahi and J.L.Nehru and Brahma Dutt were the 2^nd and 3^rd one.
• It started in Oct 1940 and lasted till Dec 1941. The movement created little enthusiasm and thus, Gandhiji suspended it.
• Kanpur Satyagraha;-
• It was a non-violent protest movement launched by Mahatma Gandhi in April 1922 in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India.
• The movement was a protest against the British government's decision to establish a cloth market reserve in the city.
• The reserve would have forced Indian merchants to move to a less desirable location, which would have hurt their businesses.
• Kheda Satyagraha:-
• It was a non-violent protest movement led by Mahatma Gandhi and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel in 1918 in Kheda district of Gujarat, India.
• The movement was a protest against the British government's decision to increase the land revenue in the district, even though the farmers had suffered a severe drought in 1917.

The correct answer is 4.

Key Points

• Medaram Jatara;-
• It is a tribal festival celebrated in the state of Telangana, India.
• It is held once in two years in the month of Magha (February) on the full moon day.
• It is a 4-day long festival celebrated by Koya tribe.
• The festival is held in Medaram, a village in the Mulugu district of Telangana.
• Medaram is located in the Eturnagaram Wildlife Sanctuary, a part of Dandakaranya, the largest surviving forest belt in the Deccan.
• The festival is dedicated to the goddesses Sammakka and Saralamma, who are worshipped by the Koya tribe, the second-largest tribal community in Telangana.

The correct answer is welfare.

Key Points

• Subsidies:-
• Subsidies are provided by the government keeping in mind the welfare of the public.
• The goal of subsidies is to make essential goods and services more affordable and accessible for everyone, especially those who are low-income or struggling financially.
• Subsidies can also be used to promote certain economic or social goals, such as supporting domestic industries, encouraging innovation, or reducing environmental pollution.
• Examples of how subsidies can benefit the public:
• Food subsidies: Food subsidies can help to reduce the cost of food for low-income families and ensure that everyone has access to nutritious food.
• Education subsidies: Education subsidies can make education more affordable for students and families, and help to promote educational equality.
• Healthcare subsidies: Healthcare subsidies can make healthcare more affordable for people who are uninsured or underinsured, and help to improve access to quality healthcare.
• Housing subsidies: Housing subsidies can help low-income families to afford safe and decent housing.
• Energy subsidies: Energy subsidies can help to reduce the cost of energy for low-income households and businesses, and can also be used to promote renewable energy sources.

The correct answer is sukta.

Key Points

• Rigveda
• It is an ancient Indian collection of Vedic Sanskrit hymns.
• It is the oldest known Vedic Sanskrit text.
• It is one of the four sacred canonical texts of Hinduism.
• It contains 1028 hymns which are arranged in 10 mandalas.
• The sum of the hymns in Rigveda is in the form of Dialogue.
• **Hymns of the Rigveda are known as Sukta.**​

Additional Information

• Adhyay:-
• It means "chapter" or "section". It is used to refer to the divisions of the Rigveda, which is divided into ten books (maṇḍalas), each of which is further divided into hymns (sūktas).
• The hymns are then further divided into verses (ṛcas).
• Yami:-
• It is the twin sister of Yama, the god of death.
• She is mentioned in several hymns of the Rigveda, including the famous Yama-Yami hymn (RV 10.10).
• Shudra:-
• It means "servant" or "worker". In the Rigveda, the Shudras are the lowest social class.
• They are often associated with manual labor and are considered to be inferior to the other three social classes: the Brahmins (priests and scholars), the Kshatriyas (warriors and rulers), and the Vaishyas (merchants and farmers).

The correct answer is 1950.

Key Points

• Planning Commission-
• The Planning Commission of India was established on the year 15^th March 1950.
• The Prime Minister is the ex-officio Chairman of this Commission.
• There is no provision for (or mention of) the Planning Commission in the Constitution of India.
• It was constituted in the form of an advisory and specialist institution.
• It was constituted by the Union Cabinet on the proposal of a member of the Union Parliament.
• The government has changed its organization and structure from time to time.
• Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru was the first Chairman of the Planning Commission.
• There is no fixed term/tenure of the Deputy Chairman and members of the Planning Commission.
• The commission estimates the physical capital and the human resources commission prepare plans for maximum effective and impartial use of national resources.
• The commission makes a critical analysis of each step and gives reformative suggestions.
• Final clearance to planning is given by the “National Development Council”.
• 1^st national planning committee was set up in 1938 by Subhash Chandra Bose and chaired by Jawaharlal Nehru.

Additional Information

• NITI Aayog (National Institution for Transforming India)
• NITI Aayog Replaces Planning Commission in 2015 after 65 years by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
• NITI Aayog is not a constitutional body. It is an executive body.
• It was established on January 1, 2015.
• The ex-officio president of this is the Prime Minister.
• It is the premier policy ‘Think Tank’ of the Government of India, providing both directional and policy inputs.

The correct answer is Lakshwadeep

Key Points

• Literacy rate:-
• The literacy rate is the total percentage of the population of an area at a particular time aged seven years or above who can read and write with understanding.
• According to Census 2011 Lakshadweep, with a literacy rate of 92.28%, is the Union Territory with the highest literacy rate in India.
• The female literacy rate of Lakshadweep is 88.25%.
• Kerala ranks the highest in terms of literacy rate with a 93.91% literacy rate.
• Overall, Kerala ranks highest among female literacy rates in India with a 91.98% literacy rate.​

Additional Information 

• Top 10 Indian States/Union Territories with Highest Literacy Rates

The correct answer is Padma Bhushan Saroja Vaidyanathan

Key Points

• Abhinandan Saroja National Award:-
• The Abhinandan Saroja National Award was begun on the birthday of the legendary Guru Smt. Padma Bhushan Saroja Vaidyanathan.
• It is given for for commending the heritage in the field of Indian Classical Dance.
• Padma Bhushan Saroja Vaidyanathan:-
• She is an Indian Bharatanatyam dancer, choreographer, and guru.
• She was conferred the Padma Shri in 2002 and the Padma Bhushan in 2013 by the Government of India.

The correct answer is Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship.

Key Points

• Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana:-
• The Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) is a government of India scheme launched on July 15, 2015.
• It provides skill training to unemployed youth and working professionals. The scheme aims to train 40 million people by 2022.
• It is a flagship scheme of the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship.
• The PMKVY is a demand-driven scheme, meaning that the courses offered are aligned with the needs of the industry.
• The scheme offers a wide range of courses, from short-term courses of 3 to 6 months to longer courses of 1 year or more.
• The PMKVY is open to all unemployed youth and working professionals who are at least 18 years old. There are no educational qualifications required to apply for the scheme.

Additional Information

• Ministry of Commerce and Industry:-
• MCI is a branch of the Government of India responsible for promoting trade and industry in the country.
• The ministry is headed by a cabinet minister, who is currently Piyush Goyal.
• Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare:-
• MoA&FW is a branch of the Government of India responsible for formulating and implementing policies and programs related to agriculture and farmers' welfare.
• The ministry is headed by a cabinet minister, who is currently Narendra Singh Tomar.
• Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises:-
• MSME is a branch of the Government of India responsible for formulating and implementing policies and programs related to micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs).
• The ministry is headed by a cabinet minister, who is currently Narayan Rane.

The correct answer is Harrod - Domar.

Key Points 

• The First Five Year Plan of India was based on the Harrod Domar Model.
• First Five-Year Plan of India:
• It was launched for the duration of 1951 to 1956, under the leadership of Jawaharlal Nehru.
• It was based on the Harrod-Domar model with a few modifications.
• Its main focus was on the agricultural development of the country.
• This plan was successful and achieved a growth rate of 3.6% (more than its target of 2.1%).
• At the end of this plan, five IITs were set up in the country.

Additional Information

• Second Five-Year Plan (1956‑61):
• This plan was based on the P.C. Mahalanobis Model.
• In this plan, heavy industries and minerals were on top priority and 20.1% of the total outlay was allocated for this sector.
• The plan was also successful and it achieved a 4.1% rate of growth.
• Various important large industries like Steel Plant at Durgapur, Bhilai and Rourkela were established during this plan.

The correct answer is President.

Key Points

Chief Election Commissioner:

• The President appoints Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners.
• They have a fixed tenure of six years, or up to the age of 65 years.
• The commission consists of one Chief Election Commissioner and two Election Commissioners.
• Chief Election Commissioner enjoys the same status and receives salary and perks as available to Judges of the Supreme Court of India.​
• **Procedure for Removal:**​
• Chief Election Commissioner may be removed from office through a motion adopted by Parliament on grounds of ‘Proven misbehavior or incapacity.
• Removal requires a special majority of 2/3^rd members present and voting.
• It should be supported by more than 50% of the total strength of the house.​

Additional Information

• Vice President of India:-
• He is the second-highest constitutional office in the country, after the President.
• The Vice President is elected by an electoral college consisting of the members of both houses of Parliament, the Rajya Sabha (upper house) and the Lok Sabha (lower house).
• The Vice President holds office for a term of five years and can be re-elected.
• Speaker of the Lok Sabha:-
• He is the presiding officer and the highest authority of the Lok Sabha, the lower house of the Parliament of India.
• The Speaker is elected generally in the first meeting of the Lok Sabha following general elections. Serving for a term of five years, the Speaker is chosen from sitting members of the Lok Sabha.
• Prime Minister of India:-
• It is the head of the government of the Republic of India.
• The Prime Minister is appointed by the President of India and must maintain the confidence of the Lok Sabha (lower house of Parliament).
• The Prime Minister holds office at the pleasure of the President and can be removed from office if he or she loses the confidence of the Lok Sabha.

Given:

y = 225n + 33 for some integer n

Concept:

The remainder when a number is divided by a divisor is the same as the remainder

when the number is divided by a factor of the divisor.

Calculation:

y = 225n + 33

⇒ y = 15(15n) + 33

⇒ y = 15(15n + 2) + 3

Therefore, z = 3.

Given data:

First five prime numbers are 2, 3, 5, 7, 11.

Concept:

The average of a set of numbers is the sum of the numbers divided by the count of numbers.

Solution:

Total sum = 2 + 3 + 5 + 7 + 11 = 28

Count = 5

Average = 28/5 = $5{{3} \over 5}$

Therefore, the average of the first five prime numbers is $5{{3} \over 5}$.

Given data: Ravi completes the work in 40 days, Sumant completes it in 50 days.

Concept: When working on alternate days, the combined effort is calculated.

Solution:

Let the total work = LCM of {40 and 50} = 200 unit

So, Ravi's efficiecncy = 200/40 = 5

Sumant's efficiency = 200/50 = 4

Since Ravi and Sumant work on alternate days, so

In 2 days, Total work done = 5 + 4 = 9 unit

In (2 × 22) = 44 days, Total work done = 9 × 22 = 198 units

So, remaining work = 200 - 198 = 2 units

Next day, Ravi will work with the efficiency of 5 units/day

So, tima required by Ravi to complete 2 units of work = 2/5

Thus, total time to complete the work = 44 + 2/5 = 44$2\over5$ days.

Therefore, the correct answer is option (3).

Given data: Principal = Rs. 4,900, Compound Interest = Rs. 725, Time = 2 years

Concept: Compound Interest is calculated using the formula: A = P(1 + r/100)^t.

Solution:

Amount after 2 years = Principal + Interest = Rs. 4900 + Rs. 725 = Rs. 5625

Rate = [(5625/4900)^(1/2) - 1] × 100 = $7{{1} \over 7}$%

Therefore, the rate of interest per annum is$7{{1} \over 7}$%.

Given data:

Marked price = ₹250, Discount = 8%, Profit = 15%

Concept:

Calculation of cost price based on discount and profit percentage.

Solution:

Selling price = Marked price × (1 - Discount%) = ₹250 × (1 - 8/100) = ₹230

Cost price = Selling price / (1 + Profit%) = ₹230 / (1 + 15/100) = ₹200

Therefore, the cost price is ₹200.

Given data:

Cost of first item = ₹150, Cost of second item = ₹300

Concept:

Calculation of overall profit/loss percentage.

Solution:

Selling price of first item = ₹150 × 1.20 = ₹180

Selling price of second item = ₹300 × 0.80 = ₹240

Total cost = ₹150 + ₹300 = ₹450

Total selling price = ₹180 + ₹240 = ₹420

Overall loss% = [(₹450 - ₹420) / ₹450] × 100 = 6.67%

Therefore, the overall loss percentage is 6.67%.

Given data:

12% did not cast their vote

2% of the total cast votes were declared invalid

The winner received 46% of the total registered votes

Winner won by 1044 votes

Solution:

Let the total number of voters be V

⇒ Total votes cast = V × (88/100)

The valid votes = Total votes cast × (98/100)

⇒ The valid votes = V × (88/100) × (98/100)

Votes received by winning candidate = V × (46/100)

Votes received by losing candidate = Valid votes - Votes of winner

⇒ [V × (88/100) × (98/100)] - [V × (46/100)]

According to the question

The winner defeated his opponent by 1044 votes

⇒ $\frac{46V}{100}$ - ($\frac{88× 98× V}{100×100}$ - $\frac{46V}{100}$) = 1044

⇒ $\frac{46V}{100}$ - $\frac{8624 V}{10000}$ + $\frac{46V}{100}$ = 1044

⇒ $\frac{92V}{100}$ - $\frac{8624 V}{10000}$ = 1044

⇒ $\frac{9200V}{10000}$ - $\frac{8624 V}{10000}$ = 1044

⇒ $\frac{576V}{10000}$ = 1044

⇒ V = 18125

∴ The total number of voters registered in the election was 18125.

Shortcut Trick 

Let total votes = 10000

So,

vote cast = 88% of 10000 = 8800

Invalid votes = 2% of 8800 = 176

So,

valid votes = 8800 - 176 = 8624

Winner got = 46% of total votes = 46% of 10000 = 4600

So, loser got = 8624 - 4600 = 4024

So, difference between winner and loser = 4600 - 4024 = 576

Here,

576 = 1044 votes

So,

Total registered votes = (1044/576) × 10000 = 18125

Shortcut Trick

For any two co-prime numbers, their Highest Common Factor (HCF) is always 1.

The relationship between two numbers is: Product = LCM × HCF.

Since the numbers are co-prime, HCF = 1, which implies LCM = Product.

Given Product = 323, therefore LCM = 323.

∴ The correct answer is 323.

Alternate Method

Given:

Product of two co-prime numbers = 323

Formula Used:

Product of two numbers = LCM (Least Common Multiple) × HCF (Highest Common Factor)

Calculations:

⇒ For co-prime numbers, the only common factor is 1.

⇒ HCF of the two numbers = 1

⇒ Product = LCM × 1

⇒ 323 = LCM × 1

⇒ LCM = 323

∴ The correct answer is 323.

Additional Information

Co-prime Numbers

A set of numbers is called co-prime if their Highest Common Factor (HCF) is 1. They do not need to be prime themselves (e.g., 8 and 9).

Fundamental Property of HCF and LCM

For any two positive integers a and b, the relationship is a × b = HCF(a, b) × LCM(a, b).

Factorization of 323

The number 323 can be factored as 17 × 19. Since both 17 and 19 are prime numbers, they are naturally co-prime.

Given data:

Numbers 11, 15, 19, 25 and they are proportional after adding a certain number.

Concept:

Proportionality implies that the ratio of first two numbers equals the ratio of next two numbers.

Solution:

⇒ Solve for 'x' in the equation (11 + x) / (15 + x) = (19 + x) / (25 + x)

⇒ Cross-multiplying gives: (11 + x)(25 + x) = (15 + x)(19 + x)

⇒ Expanding and rearranging terms gives: x² + 36x + 275 = x² + 34x + 285

⇒ Simplifying gives: 2x = 10

⇒ Finally, solving for 'x' gives: x = 10 / 2 = 5

Therefore, the number added to each of the numbers 11, 15, 19, and 25 to make them proportional is 5.

Given data:

Average of 29 observations = 40, average of first 15 = 38, average of last 15 = 45

Concept:

Average is sum divided by count.

Solution:

Total of 29 observations = 29 × 40 = 1160

Total of first 15 observations = 15 × 38 = 570

Total of last 15 observations = 15 × 45 = 675

Therefore, 15^th observation = 570 + 675 - 1160 = 85

Therefore, the 15^th observation is 85.

Given data:

Marked price = Rs. 4000, discounts are 5% and 7%.

Concept:

Multiple discounts can be calculated successively on the discounted price.

Solution:

After first discount, price = 4000 × (1 - 5/100) = Rs. 3800

After second discount, price = 3800 × (1 - 7/100) = Rs. 3534

Therefore, the item was finally sold for Rs. 3534.

Given data:

Circular track length = 720 m, speeds = 1.5 m/s and 3.5 m/s

Concept:

Relative speed concept in circular track.

They meet for the second time when they cover a distance of 2 times the track length.

Solution:

Relative speed = 3.5 m/s - 1.5 m/s = 2 m/s

Time taken to meet for the second time = 2 × 720 m / 2 m/s = 720 seconds = 12 minutes

Therefore, they will cross each other for the second time after 12 minutes.

Given data: Each instalment = ₹30,000, rate of interest = 5% compounded annually

Concept: Concept of Equated Monthly Instalment (EMI) in reverse to calculate principal.

Solution:

Principal = 30000/(1 + 5%) + 30000/(1 + 5%)² + 30000/(1 + 5%)³ = ₹81,697

Therefore, the value of P is approximately ₹81,697.

Given data:

A completes work in 51 days, B completes it in 34 days.

Concept:

Combined effort when working on alternate days.

Solution:

Work done by A in a day = 1/51

Work done by B in a day = 1/34

⇒ In a 2-day period, they can complete = 1/51 + 1/34 = 85/1734 = 1/20.4 units of work

⇒ Number of 2-day periods needed = 1 / (1/20.4) = 20.4, rounded up to 21 because they can't work a fraction of a day

But each period is 2 days, so the total days = 21 × 2 = 42

However, because the work would be finished on the first day of the 21^st period, we subtract one day.

Therefore, if A and B work on alternate days starting with A, they will complete the work in 41 days.

Given data: Numbers 9, 22, 14, 32

Concept: If numbers are proportional, their ratio should be the same.

Solution:

Assume the number to be added is x, then (9 + x)/(22 + x) = (14 + x)/(32 + x)

⇒ x² + 41x + 288 = x² + 36x + 308

⇒ 20 = 5x

⇒ x = 20/5 = 4

Therefore, 4 should be added to each number.

Given data:

Buying price 15% less than selling price, total sales = Rs. 5,50,000, rent = Rs. 8000.

Solution:

Total cost price = Total sales × (1 - 15%) = Rs. 5,50,000 × 0.85 = Rs. 4,67,500

Total cost including rent = Rs. 4,67,500 + Rs. 8000 = Rs. 4,75,500

Profit = Total sales - Total cost = Rs. 5,50,000 - Rs. 4,75,500 = Rs. 74,500

Profit percentage = (Profit / Total cost) × 100 = (74,500 / 4,75,500) × 100 = 15.7%

Therefore, his profit percentage in the month is 15.7%.

Given data:

Speed of Ramesh = 26 km/h, Speed of Naresh = 18 km/h, time = 1 hour 45 minutes = 1.75 hours

Concept:

Distance covered is the product of speed and time.

Solution:

Total distance covered = (Speed of Ramesh + Speed of Naresh) × Time

⇒ (26 km/h + 18 km/h) × 1.75 hours = 77 km = 77,000 m

Therefore, they were 77,000 m apart when they started running.

Given Data:

Radius of each circle = 3.5 cm

Concept Used:

The area of the circle = πr²

The area of an equilateral triangle = √3/4 × side²

Calculation:

The side of the equilateral triangle formed by the centers of the circles,

⇒ 2 × radius = 2 × 3.5 cm = 7 cm

The area of this equilateral triangle,

⇒ √3/4 × (7 cm)2 = 49√3/4 = 1.73(49/4) cm2 

The area of each sector with an angle of 60 degrees in the three circles,

⇒ (60/360) × π × (3.5 cm)2

The area of all the three sectors combined = 3 × (60/360)×π×(3.5 cm)2

⇒ π × (35/10) × (35/10) × 180/360

⇒ 3.14 × 1/2 × 7/2 × 7/2

⇒ 1.57 × 49/4 cm2

The area of the portion enclosed by the circles = Area of the equilateral triangle - Area of the three sectors

⇒ 1.73(49/4) -   1.57 × 49/4 

⇒ (1.73 - 1.57) 49/4

⇒ 0.16 × 12.25

⇒ 1.97 cm2

Therefore, the area of the portion enclosed by the circles is approximately 1.97cm2.

Given data:

Radius of cylinder = 7 m, Total Surface Area = 440 m²

Concept:

Total Surface Area of a Cylinder = 2πr(r + h)

Solution:

440 = 2 × 22/7 × 7 × (7 + h) 

⇒ 10 = 7 + h

⇒ h = 10 - 7 = 3 m

Therefore, the height of the cylinder is 3 m.

Given data:

Candidate got 72% of valid votes, 1.2% votes were invalid, total votes = 3,32,000

Solution:

100% - 1.2% = 98.8% of votes were valid.

Then, we calculate the number of valid votes by taking 98.8% of the total number of voters:

Total valid votes = Total votes - Invalid votes

⇒ (98.8/100) × 332000 = 328016 votes were valid.

Valid votes for the candidate = 72% of total valid votes

⇒ 72/100 × 328016 = 236171 votes approx

Therefore, the number of valid votes polled in favor of this candidate is approximately 236171.

The correct answer is: It is believed that a caterpillar can become a butterfly.

 

Key Points

• The misspellings in the options revolve around the term "caterpillar".
• The correct spelling of the word is "caterpillar", which refers to the larval stage of a butterfly or moth. (तितली या पतंगे का लार्वा चरण)

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 2'.

 

Additional Information

• 'Catarpillar' (Option 1): This spelling is incorrect. It may confuse readers and disrupt communication.
• 'Catterpillar' (Option 3): This is another misspelled version of "caterpillar".
• 'Caterpilar' (Option 4): This is close to the correct spelling, but again, it's wrong.

The correct answer is 'Misfortune'.

 

Key Points

• 'Adversity' refers to a difficult or unfavourable situation or circumstances. It represents times of hardship or catastrophe. (विपत्ति or कठिनाई)
• Example: "During the recession, many businesses faced adversity due to loss of income."
• 'Misfortune' implies unfortunate conditions or events that are unfavourable or detrimental. (दुर्भाग्य)
• Example: "The family met with misfortune when their house was destroyed in the fire."
• Hence, the correct synonym for 'adversity' is 'misfortune'.

Therefore, the correct answer is "Option 1".

 

Additional Information

• Allegiance: This term refers to loyalty or commitment to a superior, group, or cause. (निष्ठा or समर्पण)
• Anxiety: This term denotes a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, often about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome. (चिंता or भय)
• Progress: The term signifies forward or onward movement toward a destination. (प्रगति or उन्नति)

The correct answer is "connects". 

Key Points

• The task here is to substitute the underlined phrase "connecting" in the sentence "The flyover that connecting the two cities is broken."
• In this case, the correct option, "connects", replaces "that connecting" to correct the verb tense and agreement.
• The flyover is the subject, and the verb needs to match this subject in the present simple tense, referring to a universal or habitual fact.
• "Connects" is in the third person singular form of the present simple tense.
• We add "-s" or "-es" at the end of the base form of the verb when the subject is a third person singular noun (he, she, it) or any singular noun.
• The flyover plays a connecting role between the two cities.
• This role is a timeless fact, not limited to a certain period.
• The present simple tense is used to express such facts.
• So, "connects" refers to the fact that the role of the flyover is to serve as a link between the two cities.
• When we say "The flyover connects the two cities", it implies that this is the function or purpose of the flyover.
• Therefore, the correct form of the sentence is: "The flyover that connects the two cities is broken."
• ​It conveys that the flyover, which serves the purpose of linking the two cities, is currently in a state of disrepair.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

The correct answer is 'Spendthrift'.

 

Key Points

• Miser: A 'miser' is a person who hoards wealth and spends as little money as possible; they are notoriously stingy. (कंजूस or मितव्ययी)
• Example: "Being a miser, he never donated to any charitable cause."
• Spendthrift: This term involves the idea of excessive expenditure; it refers to someone who spends money in an extravagant, irresponsible manner. (फिजूलखर्च or अपव्ययी)
• Example: "The lottery winner turned out to be a spendthrift, spending all his winnings within a few months."
• Hence, the correct antonym for 'miser' is 'spendthrift'.

Therefore, the correct answer is "Option 1".

 

Additional Information

• Tightwad: This term is synonymous with 'miser,' implying a person who spends as little money as possible. (कंजूस or संकीर्ण). It is not an antonym for the term 'miser'.
• Scrooge: A 'scrooge' is another term equivalent to a 'miser,' indicating a person who is reluctant to spend money. (कंजूस or लोभी)
• Skinflint: It's again similar to 'miser,' suggesting an excessively parsimonious person. (कड़ा कंजूस or लालची). It does not serve as an antonym to 'miser'.

The correct answer is 'Argue over petty issues'.

 

Key Points

• Wrangle for an ass’s shadow: This idiom comes from an old fable where two men were reported to have quarreled about whether or not the one had the right to the shadow thrown by the ass which the other man had rented.
• It now stands as a phrase meaning to argue or dispute over trivial or petty matters.
• Example: "They spent the whole afternoon wrangling for an ass's shadow, wasting their time on meaningless details."
• Hence, the correct meaning of the idiom 'wrangle for an ass’s shadow' is 'argue over petty issues'.

Therefore, the correct answer is "Option 3".

 

Additional Information

• Losing temper easily: This phrase, while indicative of a form of conflict, does not fully encapsulate the petty or minor nature of the arguments implied by 'wrangle for an ass’s shadow'.
• Making false allegations: Although arguments may involve false allegations, this option does not specifically match the idiomatic expression which revolves around trivial or small matters, not necessarily untrue claims.
• Fighting for a just cause: This represents defending or standing up for something right or fair. However, 'wrangling for an ass’s shadow' is about fruitless or pointless arguments, not noble causes, making it an incorrect choice.

The correct answer is 'Deal'.

 

Key Points

• 'Bargain' refers to an agreement between two or more parties as to what each party will do for the other. It often relates to discussions of the terms and conditions of a transaction, typically aiming at a fair price or distribution. (सौदा or मोल-भाव)
• Example: "She managed to strike a bargain at the local market, getting the goods at half the price."
• 'Deal' implies an agreement entered into by two or more parties for their mutual benefit, especially in a business or political context. (सौदा or समझौता)
• Example: "The company made a profitable deal with the overseas client."
• Hence, the correct synonym for 'bargain' is 'deal'.

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

 

Additional Information

• Alert: This term signifies the state of being watchful and ready to respond to a situation. (सतर्क)
• Revoke: It denotes the official cancellation of a decree, decision, or promise. (रद्द करना)
• Real: Meaning genuine or authentic. (वास्तविक)

The correct answer is 'aloud; allowed'.

 

Key Points

• 'Aloud' means 'out loud' or in a voice audible to others. (उच्च स्वर में or जोर से)
• In the sentence, "My teacher asked me to read aloud" means that the teacher asked the student to read in a voice loud enough for others to hear.
• 'Allow' means to permit or give permission. (अनुमति देना or स्वीकृति देना)
• In the sentence, "also allowed my best friend to celebrate his birthday in the school" suggests to also give permission to the student's best friend to celebrate his birthday in the school.
• Hence, the correct words to fill in the blanks are 'aloud' and 'allowed'.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

 

Complete sentence: My teacher asked me to read aloud and also allowed my best friend to celebrate his birthday in the school.

The correct answer is 'coarse'.

 

Key Points

• Coarse: In the context of textiles, 'coarse' means rough or loose in texture or grain. (कठोर or मोटा)
• The sentence "The cloth is coarse to touch so it is not suitable for apparels" indicates that the rough texture of the cloth makes it unsuitable for clothing.
• Hence, the correct word to fill in the blank is 'coarse'.

Therefore, the correct answer is "Option 4".

 

Additional Information

• Soft: Having a pleasing quality involving a subtle effect. (सूक्ष्म प्रभाव से युक्त मनभावन गुण होना)
• Irregular: Something that is not even or balanced in shape or arrangement. (कुछ ऐसा जो आकार या व्यवस्था में सम या संतुलित न हो)
• Smooth: An even and regular surface, free from perceptible projections, lumps, or indentations. (एक समान और नियमित सतह, जो प्रत्यक्ष प्रक्षेपणों, गांठों या खरोजों से मुक्त हो)

The correct answer is: "haven't they?"

Key Points

• When the main clause is affirmative, the tag question is typically negative, and vice versa.
• In this case, since the main clause is affirmative ("They have decided to visit Konark"), the tag question should be negative ("haven't they").
• This maintains grammatical correctness and ensures proper usage of tag questions.
• So, the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence is "haven't they."

Thus, option 2 is the correct answer.

The revised sentence would be: They have decided to visit Konark, haven't they?

The correct answer is "Conserve".

Key Points

• 'Conserve' means to protect something from harm or destruction.(संरक्षित करना)
• Example- We need to conserve our natural resources for future generations.
• 'Eradicate' means to destroy completely; put an end to.(समाप्त करना)
• Example-The government pledged to eradicate poverty.
• Hence, the option that is opposite in meaning to the given word 'Eradicate' is 'Conserve'.
• Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 3'.

 

Additional Information 

• Let’s have a look at the meaning of the remaining options:
• Culminate: Reach a climax or point of highest development. (पराकाष्ठा पर पहुंचना)
• Abolish: Formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution. (समाप्त करना)
• Deteriorate: Become progressively worse. (बिगड़ना)

The correct answer is 'Agitation'.

 

Key Points

• Quietness: The term 'quietness' refers to the state of being silent, calm, or tranquil. It denotes a lack of noise, motion, or disruption. (शांति or नीरवता)
• Example: "The quietness of the early morning was a relief from the bustle of the day."
• Agitation: The term 'agitation' implies a state of anxiety or nervous excitement, or the action of briskly stirring or disturbing something. (उत्तेजना or आंदोलन)
• Example: "The agitation in the crowd was obvious in the face of the controversial decision."
• Hence, the correct antonym for 'quietness' is 'agitation'.

Therefore, the correct answer is "Option 3".

 

Additional Information

• Speed: This refers to the rate at which someone or something moves or operates. (गति or रफ्तार)
• Kindness: 'Kindness' signifies the quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate. (दया or कृपा)
• Slowness: This state or condition pertains to lack of speed or the ability of someone or something to function slowly. (मन्दी or धीमापन)

The correct answer is 'Percist'.

 

Key Points

• Percist: This is an incorrectly spelled word.
• The correct spelling of this word should be 'Persist', which means to continue firmly or obstinately in an opinion or a course of action despite difficulty or opposition. (दृढ़ रहना or जारी रहना)
• ​Example: Despite facing challenges, she chose to persist in her efforts to achieve her goals.
• Hence, the incorrectly spelled word is 'Percist'.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 1.

 

Additional Information

• Conceive: Forming a plan, idea, or concept mentally. (समझना or कल्पना करना)
• Strict: to enforce rules or standards rigorously and demand adherence to them. (कठोर or सख्त)
• Repair: Fixing or mending something that is broken or damaged. (मरम्मत or ठीक करना)

The correct answer is: 'there is great deal to answer for'.

Key Points

• The sentence contains an error in the third part.
• The error lies in the omission of the indefinite article "a" before "great deal."
• The phrase should be "a great deal" to indicate a significant or considerable amount.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 2.

The corrected sentence is: If the charge that he conspired to raze a building is valid, there is a great deal to answer for.

The correct answer is: diverse.

 

Key Points

• Diverse: The term 'diverse' in the given context denotes variety or showing a great deal of variety. (विविधता पूर्ण)
• The sentence "Indian society is a complex mix of diverse cultures, people and languages" means that Indian society is composed of a wide variety of cultures, people, and languages.
• Hence, the correct word to fill in the blank is 'diverse'.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

 

Additional Information

• Diversity: A range of different things. (विभिन्न चीजों की एक श्रृंखला)
• Diverges: To differ in opinion, character, form or other quality. (राय, चरित्र, रूप या अन्य गुणवत्ता में भिन्नता होना)
• Diversion: Something that turns your attention off of what you are thinking about or doing. (कुछ ऐसा जो आपका ध्यान इस ओर से हटा देता है कि आप क्या सोच रहे हैं या क्या कर रहे हैं)

The correct answer is "Treacherous person".

Key Points 

• The idiom "snake in the grass" is used to describe a person who is treacherous, deceitful, or disloyal.
• The analogy is drawn from the image of a snake hidden in the grass, ready to strike out unexpectedly, akin to a deceitful person who can betray or harm you when you least expect it.
• The phrase suggests suspicion, betrayal, and stealth, and is often used to caution others against such individuals.
• It does not imply positive qualities like friendliness, loyalty, or cleverness, but rather the negative trait of deceit.

Hence, the correct answer is 'Option 2'.

The correct answer is: Punishment

Key Points

• Punishment means the imposition of a penalty or consequence for wrongdoing, typically as a form of retribution, deterrence, or rehabilitation. (गलत कार्य के लिए दंड या परिणाम देना)
• Example: If someone is convicted of theft, a common punishment might be a fine or imprisonment.
• In this context, "punishment" is used to convey the broader concept of penalizing individuals for their actions, and "capital punishment" is a specific and severe type of punishment within that framework.

Thus, option 3 is the correct answer.

Additional Information

• Loss: Reduction or decrease in something valuable or desirable. (किसी मूल्यवान या वांछनीय वस्तु में कमी)
• Gain: Increase or acquisition of something valuable or desirable. (किसी मूल्यवान या वांछनीय वस्तु की वृद्धि या प्राप्ति)
• Attainment: The act of achieving or reaching a goal or objective. (किसी लक्ष्य या उद्देश्य को प्राप्त करने या उस तक पहुँचने की क्रिया)

The correct answer is: Existence

Key Points

• Existence refers to the state or fact of having being or living. It denotes the presence or occurrence of something in the world. (अस्तित्व)
• Example: The discovery of ancient fossils provides evidence of the existence of prehistoric animals that lived millions of years ago.
• In this context, "existence" refers to the state of being, implying that the described punishment is applicable and present in any criminal legislation that is currently in force or operational worldwide.

Thus, option 4 is the correct answer.

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• Persistence: Continued effort or determination in spite of challenges or obstacles. (अटलता)
• Maintenance: The act of preserving or keeping something in a particular state or condition. (रखरखाव)
• Resistance: The ability to withstand or oppose something, often applied to opposition against force, influence, or change. (प्रतिरोध)

The correct answer is: Method

Key Points

• Method refers to a systematic or organized way of doing something, a procedure, or a technique for achieving a particular result. (किसी कार्य को करने का एक व्यवस्थित या संगठित तरीका, एक प्रक्रिया, या एक तकनीक)
• Example: In the laboratory, scientists followed a meticulous method to conduct experiments and gather accurate data.
• In this context, "method" is used to describe the systematic and organized procedure or process by which the state exercises its authority to administer the death penalty.
• It underscores the structured and regulated approach that is followed within the legal framework when implementing capital punishment.

Thus, option 4 is the correct answer.

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• Custody: Legal or physical control and care, especially of a person under arrest or of a child. (कानूनी या शारीरिक नियंत्रण और देखभाल, विशेषकर गिरफ़्तार व्यक्ति या बच्चे का)
• Intention: Purpose or plan in mind; the aim or objective behind an action. (मन में कोई उद्देश्य या योजना; किसी कार्य के पीछे का लक्ष्य या उद्देश्य)
• Lawyer: A professional trained in and licensed to practice law, providing legal advice and representation. (कानून का अभ्यास करने के लिए प्रशिक्षित और लाइसेंस प्राप्त पेशेवर, कानूनी सलाह और प्रतिनिधित्व प्रदान करता है)

The correct answer is: Existed

Key Points

• Existed refers to the state of having been or having occurred in the past. It indicates the presence or occurrence of something in a previous time. (अतीत में होने या होने की अवस्था या भाव)
• Example: Dinosaurs existed millions of years ago before becoming extinct.
• In this context, "existed" is used to convey the duration of time for which something has been in existence.
• It emphasizes the continuity or continuous presence of the subject from the time of the State's establishment until the present.

Thus, option 3 is the correct answer.

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• Considered: Thought about or regarded in a particular way; evaluated or contemplated. (किसी विशेष ढंग से सोचा या माना हुआ; मूल्यांकन)
• Authorised: Officially permitted or given legal approval; empowered to act. (आधिकारिक तौर पर अनुमति दी गई या कानूनी मंजूरी दी गई)
• Published: Made available to the public through various means. (विभिन्न माध्यमों से जनता को उपलब्ध कराया गया)

The correct answer is: Birth

Key Points

• Birth refers to the process of being born or coming into existence, particularly in the context of a living organism. (जन्म लेने या अस्तित्व में आने की प्रक्रिया, विशेषकर किसी जीवित जीव के संदर्भ में)
• Example: The birth of a baby is a joyous occasion for the parents.
• ​In this context, "birth" is used metaphorically to convey the commencement or origin of independence.
• The sentence is emphasizing that the attainment of independence marked the starting point or the initiation of a new era in India's judicial system.

Thus, option 2 is the correct answer.

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• Enlightenment: The state of gaining insight, knowledge, or understanding; often associated with a period of intellectual or spiritual growth. (अंतर्दृष्टि, ज्ञान या समझ प्राप्त करने की अवस्था; अक्सर बौद्धिक या आध्यात्मिक विकास की अवधि से जुड़ा)
• End: The conclusion or termination of something; the final part or result. (किसी बात का निष्कर्ष या समापन; अंतिम भाग या परिणाम)
• Verity: The quality or state of being true; a statement or belief that is accepted as true. (सत्य होने की गुणवत्ता या अवस्था; ऐसा कथन या विश्वास जिसे सत्य मान लिया जाए)

सही विकल्प 'यह दवा रोग को समूल नष्ट करती है।' अन्य विकल्प असंगत है। 

Key Points

• वाक्‍य- यह दवा रोग को समूल नष्ट करती है।
• उपरोक्त वाक्य में कारक सम्बन्धी त्रुटि है।

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वाक्य का कर्मवाच्य में रूपांतरण होगा- "नमन द्वारा पुस्तक पढ़ी गई।" अन्य विकल्प असंगत है।

Key Points

• ‘नमन पुस्तक पढ़ता है।’ इस वाक्य का कर्मवाच्य में रूपांतरण होगा- "नमन द्वारा पुस्तक पढ़ी गई।"
• ‘नमन पुस्तक पढ़ता है।’ एवं 'नमन पुस्तक पढ़ रहा है।' दोनों ही वाक्य कर्तृवाच्य के उदाहरण है, तथा
• 'नमन से पुस्तक पढ़ी नहीं जाती।' भाववाच्य का वाक्य है।

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‘जिसकी जानकारी बहुत अधिक हो’ वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द होगा- 'विज्ञ'। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है।

Key Points

• ‘जिसकी जानकारी बहुत अधिक हो’ वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द होगा- 'विज्ञ'।
• 'विज्ञ' का अर्थ- जानकार।

अन्य विकल्पानुसार-

• अजान 'अरबी' शब्द है जिसका अर्थ है- बुलाना, पुकारना, ऐलान करना।
• अजान को अल्लाह की पुकार भी कहा जाता है।

Additional Informationअन्य महत्वपूर्ण वाक्यांश-

वाक्य में रेखांकित शब्द - समूह के लिए सर्वाधिक उपयुक्त विकल्प- 'अल्पज्ञ'। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है।

Key Points

• "जो कम जानता है, वही अधिक उछलता है।" वाक्य में रेखांकित शब्द - समूह के लिए सर्वाधिक उपयुक्त विकल्प- 'अल्पज्ञ'।

अन्य विकल्पानुसार-

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''फल'' अनेकार्थी शब्द है। अन्‍य व‍िकल्‍प असंगत हैं। 

Key Points 

• फल के अनेकार्थी शब्‍द- मेवा, परिणाम, लाभ आद‍ि।
• अर्चना, उपहार और पूजा अनेकार्थी शब्द नहीं है।

अन्‍य व‍िकल्‍प- 

Additional Information कुछ अन्‍य अनेकार्थी शब्‍द- 

• अदृष्ट – जो देखा न जाए, भाग्य, गुप्त, रहस्य।
• अक्षर – अविनाशी, वर्ण, ईश्वर, आत्मा, आकाश, धर्म, तप।
• अब्धि – सागर, समुद्र।
• अंतर – हृदय, भेद, फर्क, व्यवधान, अवधि, अवसर।
• अमर – ईश्वर, देवता, शाश्वत, आकाश और धरती के मध्य में।
• अधर – होंठ, नीचे, पराजित।

वाक्य में रिक्त स्थान के लिए उपयुक्त विकल्प- "का अर्थ होता है कुल में श्रेष्ठ"। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है।

Key Points

• ‘कुलश्रेष्ठ’ अर्थात् कुल में श्रेष्ठ"।
• अन्य विकल्प अनुचित है

Additional Informationअन्य महत्वपूर्ण वाक्यांश-