SSC GD Constable (2024) Official Paper (Held On: 01 Mar, 2024 Shift 3) (Previous Year Paper)

The correct mirror image of the given figure is:

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

Statements:

I. Some L are S.

II. All T are S.

The least possible Venn diagram:

Conclusions:

I. No T is L. - False (Because, there is no direct relation between L and T, so it can be possible)

II. No S is T. - False (Because, All T are S, so some S is T it is possible)

So, Neither conclusion follows.

Hence, the correct answer is "Neither conclusion follows".

The logic followed here is:

A means +, B means ×, C means +.

30 A 30 B 7 C 40 = 280

30 + 30 × 7 + 40 = 30 + 210 + 40 = 280

38 A 40 B 20 C 100 = 938,

38 + 40 × 20 + 100 = 38 + 800 + 100 = 938

Then 6 A 8 B 4 C 5 = ?

6 + 8 × 4 + 5 = 6 + 32 + 5 = 43.

Hence, the correct answer is "43".

Family Chart:

Decoding the Symbols:

 

Given: T × S + P - R

It means: T is the wife of S, S is the brother of P, and P is the son of R.

 

So, T is the 'Son’s wife' of R.

Hence, the correct answer is "Son’s wife".

The correct Dictionary order is:

4. Cider
5. Cigar
6. Cinema
7. Cinnabar
8. Cipher

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

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

Given: Six people Mia, Alexander, Sophia, Liam, Olivia, and Ethan.

1. Mia sits to the immediate right of Ethan.

2. Sophia sits opposite to Ethan.

3. Alexander and Olivia sit opposite to each other and Alexander is not a neighbour of Liam.

So, Ethan sits to the immediate right of Olivia.

Hence, the correct answer is "Ethan".

The logic followed here is:

Hence, the correct answer is "VJK'.

The logic followed here is:

Logic: Synonyms

Here,

COMMAND : DICTATE → COMMAND is a synonym of DICTATE.

Similarly,

ADVICE : GUIDANCE → ADVICE is a synonym of GUIDANCE.

Hence,

RUMOUR : GOSSIP → RUMOUR is a synonym of GOSSIP.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

The logic followed here is: Each vowel + 2; and Each consonants - 2.

BRINJAL is coded as ZPKLHCJ,

TOMATO is coded as RQKCRQ,

Similarly, STRAWBERRY will be coded:

Hence, the correct answer is "QRPCUZGPPW".

Given : × and ÷

I. 8 + 4 - 6 × 3 ÷ 5

After interchanging the given two signs:

⇒ 8 + 4 - 6 ÷ 3 × 5

⇒ 8 + 4 - 2 × 5

⇒ 8 + 4 - 10

⇒ 12 - 10

⇒ 2

II. 20 + 15 × 30 ÷ 10

After interchanging the given two signs:

⇒ 20 + 15 ÷ 30 × 10

⇒ 20 + 5 = 25

Hence, the correct answer is "2 and 25".

The logic followed here is: Sum of place value of letters in the word + 1 = Number code.

'PARTY' is coded as '81',

(16 + 1 + 18 + 20 + 25) + 1 = 80 + 1 = 81

'PLACE' is coded as '38'.

(16 + 12 + 1 + 3 + 5) + 1 = 37 + 1 = 38

Similarly, the code for 'PRIME'

(16 + 18 + 9 + 13 + 5) + 1 = 61 + 1 = 62.

Hence, the correct answer is "62".

The logic followed here is:

Hence, the correct answer is "514".

Figure will complete the pattern in the question figure:

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

The logic followed here is:

Hence, the correct answer is "K".

Figure will complete the pattern in the question figure:

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

The logic followed here is:

@ is replacing with circle from right to left in each next figure.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

The logic followed here is:

Three lines are added to the alternate figures.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

The logic followed here is:

Hence, the correct answer is "41".

The logic followed here is:

Logic: Capitals and Countries.

Here,

Rome : Italy → Rome is the capital of Italy.

Similarly,

Madrid : Spain → Madrid is the capital of Spain.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

Given: Six colleagues Oscar, Paul, Quinn, Rachel, Sophie, and Tyler.

1. Oscar is sitting to the immediate right of Paul.

2. Rachel is not sitting next to Oscar.

3. Sophie, who is sitting to the immediate left of Paul, is also sitting to the immediate right of Tyler.

Thus, Tyler is sitting to the exact opposite of Oscar.

Hence, the correct answer is "Tyler".

The correct answer is indirectly elected by members of an electoral College

Key Points

• The representatives of the Union Territories (UTs) in the Rajya Sabha are indirectly elected by members of an electoral college
• The Union Territories, like Delhi and Puducherry, have representatives in the Rajya Sabha, the upper house of Parliament.
• These representatives are not directly elected by the public, but instead, they are elected by an electoral college, which typically consists of the members of the Legislative Assembly (if the UT has one) or, in some cases, members from local bodies or nominated representatives.
• In the case of Delhi and Puducherry, the Legislative Assembly members of the UTs vote to elect their Rajya Sabha members.
• However, the exact process may vary slightly based on the provisions for each UT. For UTs without legislative assemblies, the members are nominated or elected in other specific ways, usually by the President.

The correct answer is 1000

Key Points

• The sex ratio is a demographic measure that describes the relative number of males and females in a population.
• The sex ratio is the number of females per 1,000 males in a population
• The choice of using 1000 males as a reference is to make the ratio more manageable and easier to interpret.
• A ratio over 1000 indicates a population with more females than males, while a ratio under 1000 indicates more males than females.
• This is commonly used in demographic studies to track trends in gender distribution.

The correct answer is Kalinga Stadium

Key Points

• Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, is one of the premier sports venues in India, particularly known for its association with field hockey.
• Kalinga Stadium has a rich history of hosting significant international and national hockey tournaments.
• It is considered one of the best-equipped hockey venues in the country.
• It was the host of the 2018 Men's Hockey World Cup, one of the sport's most prestigious tournaments,
• and has also hosted multiple Hockey Pro League matches and other international competitions.

Additional Information

• Chinnaswamy Stadium (Bangalore):
• This stadium is primarily known for cricket, not hockey.
• It is the home ground of the Karnataka state team and the Royal Challengers Bangalore IPL franchise.
• The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium is one of India's most iconic cricket venues
• M. A. Chidambaram Stadium (Chennai):
• Like Chinnaswamy, M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, also known as Chepauk Stadium, is primarily a cricket stadium.
• It is one of the oldest and most famous cricket venues in India, hosting many international matches, including the Indian Premier League (IPL)
• Wankhede Stadium (Mumbai):
• Wankhede Stadium is another prominent cricket venue in India, located in Mumbai.
• It is best known for hosting the 2011 Cricket World Cup Final, where India emerged as champions.

The correct answer is Drive

Key Points

• A fast, low shot in badminton that travels horizontally over the net is called a drive.
• The drive is a basic and important shot for all players to learn.
• It's a powerful counter-attacking shot that can force your opponent to hit an upward return.

Additional Information

• Drop:
• A shot that barely clears the net and falls into the opponent's court.
• Drops can be hit from anywhere on the court, but are typically hit from the back court overhead or from the front court upward or flat.
• Flick serve:  A deceptive serve where you start the rally long.

Important Points

• Some other badminton shots
• Clear:
• A long shot from the back of your court to the back of your opponent's court.
• Smash: A strong, downward shot.
• Lift
• ​A high and long shot from the front of your court to the back of your opponent's court.
• Net shot:
• ​A short shot from the front of your court to the front of your opponent's court.

The correct answer is the Union Government

Key Points

• In India, the Union Government has the power to create and dissolve union territories.
• Union territories are administrative divisions of India that are governed by the Union Government, either in part or in whole.
• Their powers are more limited than those of the states, which are self-governing and have their own governments.
• The Union Government also has the power to: create new states, combine states, change state boundaries, and terminate a state's existence.

Additional Information

• Chief Justice of India
• The Chief Justice of India is the head and chief judge of the Supreme Court of India.
• The Chief Justice has administrative power over the Supreme Court and its Registry, which is the administrative wing of the court.
• The Chief Justice also acts as the president of India if the offices of both the president and vice president are vacant.
• President
• The President of India is the head of state and commander-in-chief of the Indian Armed Forces.
• The President's Secretariat assists the President in carrying out their constitutional, ceremonial, and other state responsibilities.
• State Government
• The Chief Secretary leads the State Government to the state government.

The correct answer is Sarangi.

Key Points 

• A sarangi is a bowed stringed instrument with a skin-covered resonator.
• Ustad Binda Khan was born in Delhi in a family of musicians during the first half of the 20th century.

                 Image of Sarangi

Additional Information 

The correct answer is Ladakh

Key Points

• "Matho Nagrang" is a traditional religious festival celebrated at Matho Monastery, which is located in the Ladakh region of India.
• It is one of the most important and colorful festivals in Ladakh, celebrated by the local Buddhist community, primarily the Lama (monk) sect of the region.
• The festival is held annually in February or March, usually during the 14th and 15th day of the first month of the Tibetan lunar calendar.
• One of the main highlights of the festival is the mask dance performed by the monks of the Matho Monastery.
• The dancers wear traditional costumes and masks, representing various deities and religious figures, performing intricate dances to invoke blessings and ensure prosperity for the community
• During the festival, two oracles (monks who are believed to possess spiritual powers) are chosen to enter into a trance.
• These oracles communicate divine messages and predictions during the festival, which are considered highly significant by the local people.

The correct answer is 10^th

Key Points

• The X-ring on an archery target is the inner ring of the 10th scoring zone.
• It is the highest-scoring area, placed at the center of the target and is used to determine if an arrow lands in the perfect 10-point zone.
• The X-ring helps to distinguish between two arrows that are both in the 10-point zone but may not be in exactly the same position.
• The innermost ring (at the center) represents the highest score of 10 points.
• The rings surrounding this central area represent scores progressively lower than 10, ending with the outermost ring, which is worth 1 point.

The correct answer is Both A and B

Key Points

• Statement A:
• "The Green Revolution in India is largely the Wheat Revolution as the wheat production increased by more than three times between 1967-68 and 2003-04, while the overall increase in the production of cereals was only two times."
• This statement is correct in the context of wheat.
• The Green Revolution did have a significant impact on wheat production in India, especially after the introduction of high-yielding variety (HYV) seeds, modern irrigation techniques, and better farming practices.
• Between 1967-68 and 2003-04, wheat production increased substantially, and indeed, wheat played a prominent role in the Green Revolution.
• However, the growth in the overall cereal production was not as dramatic as in wheat, which supports this part of the statement.
• Statement B:
• "It resulted in a grain output of 131 million tonnes in the year 1978-79 and established India as one of the world's biggest agricultural producers."
• This statement is correct as well.
• The Green Revolution led to a significant increase in food grain production, and by 1978-79, India achieved a record grain output of around 131 million tonnes.
• This surge in production helped India move towards food self-sufficiency and made it one of the largest agricultural producers in the world.

The correct answer is Assam

Key Points

• The state that has introduced an upgraded version of its poverty alleviation scheme called Orunodoi 2.0 is Assam.
• Orunodoi 2.0 is a revamped version of the Orunodoi Scheme, which is a direct benefit transfer (DBT) program aimed at helping economically disadvantaged families by providing financial support.
• The updated version focuses on expanding coverage and increasing the amount of assistance provided to eligible beneficiaries.
• The scheme targets economically weaker sections of society, especially women-headed households.
• The primary beneficiaries are families who are below the poverty line (BPL), including those without a steady income source.

The correct answer is Part III

Key Points

• Fundamental Rights are contained in Part III of the Constitution of India.
• These rights are guaranteed to all citizens and are a cornerstone of the Indian Constitution, ensuring basic freedoms and protections for individuals.
• Part III consists of Articles 12 to 35 and covers a range of rights such as the right to equality, the right to freedom, the right against exploitation, the right to freedom of religion, cultural and educational rights, and the right to constitutional remedies.

Additional Information

• Part IX - The Panchayats:
• Part IX of the Constitution of India deals with the Panchayats, which are the rural local government bodies.
• It includes provisions related to the structure, functioning, and powers of Panchayats at various levels (village, intermediate, and district levels).
• This part was added by the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992.
• The aim is to promote decentralization of power and ensure local self-governance.
• Part X - The Scheduled and Tribal Areas:
• Part X of the Constitution deals with Scheduled and Tribal Areas (Articles 244 to 244A).
• It provides special provisions for the administration of regions with a significant tribal population, particularly in North-East India and other tribal areas.
• The provisions are meant to protect the rights and cultural identity of tribal communities and ensure their social and economic welfare.
• Part XI - Relations between the Union and States:
• Part XI of the Constitution deals with the distribution of legislative, executive, and financial powers between the Union and State governments (Articles 245 to 263).
• It specifies the areas where the Union Parliament can legislate and where the State Legislatures have jurisdiction.
• It also contains provisions on the disputes between Union and States and the control of the Union over State matters in certain situations.

The correct answer is Vedic

Key Points

• The Iron Age in India is associated with the Vedic period, which lasted from about 1500 to 500 BCE.
• The Vedic period marks the time when iron tools and weapons began to be widely used in India.
• This period is named after the Vedas, which are the oldest sacred texts of Hinduism, composed during this time.
• The use of iron significantly transformed agriculture, warfare, and society during this era.

Additional Information

• British Period:
• The British period refers to the time when India was under British colonial rule, from the mid-18th century (starting after the Battle of Plassey in 1757) until India's independence in 1947.
• During this period, significant changes took place in India, including the establishment of the British Raj, the development of infrastructure like railways, and the introduction of modern education and legal systems.
• The Iron Age is not associated with the British period; this era occurred much earlier.
• Mauryan Period:
• The Mauryan period (around 322-185 BCE) was marked by the rise of the Maurya Empire, founded by Chandragupta Maurya. This was one of the largest empires in ancient India.
• The Mauryan Empire is significant for its political organization, its spread of Buddhism under Ashoka, and the establishment of a centralized administration.
• Mughal Period:
• The Mughal period refers to the time when the Mughal Empire ruled India, from 1526 (with the first battle of Panipat) until the mid-19th century (with the British consolidating control after the Indian Rebellion of 1857).
• This period is known for its monumental architecture (like the Taj Mahal), the flourishing of art and culture, and the establishment of a centralized empire.

The correct answer is Allocating resources efficiently

Key Points

• The primary purpose of a government budget is to plan and allocate resources efficiently to meet the economic and social needs of the country.
• This involves:
• Revenue and expenditure planning: Ensuring the government has enough resources to finance public goods and services.
• Economic stability: Managing inflation and economic growth through fiscal policy.
• Redistribution of income: Addressing inequalities through taxation and welfare programs.
• Resource allocation: Prioritizing sectors like health, education, defense, and infrastructure.

The correct answer is Bana Singh

Key Points

• Captain Bana Singh was nominated as the ambassador for the "War Against Waste" initiative in Jammu and Kashmir in September 2023:
• Captain Singh is a retired Indian soldier and recipient of the Param Vir Chakra, India's highest military decoration.
• The "War Against Waste" initiative is a part of the Swachh Bharat Mission-Grameen and aims to address waste management and environmental conservation issues in rural areas of Jammu and Kashmir.
• The initiative's goals include: Promoting sustainable practices, Raising awareness, Inspiring local communities to reduce waste, and Preserving the natural beauty of Jammu and Kashmir.

Additional Information

• Amit Shah
• A key leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Amit Shah has played a pivotal role in the party's electoral strategies and expansion. He served as the BJP President from 2014 to 2020.
• Vidya Balan
• Profession: Acclaimed Bollywood actress known for breaking stereotypes in Indian cinema.

The correct answer is the Rowlatt Act

Key Points

• The Rowlatt Act of 1919, officially known as the Anarchical and Revolutionary Crimes Act, was passed by the British government to extend wartime emergency measures.
• This act allowed the British authorities to arrest and detain individuals suspected of revolutionary activities without trial and curtailed fundamental rights such as freedom of speech and expression.
• The widespread protests against the Rowlatt Act culminated in the tragic Jallianwala Bagh Massacre on April 13, 1919, when General Dyer ordered his troops to fire on a peaceful gathering in Amritsar, Punjab, killing hundreds of unarmed civilians.

Additional Information

• Government of India Act
• This refers to a series of acts passed by the British Parliament to govern India, such as the Government of India Acts of 1858, 1909, 1919, and 1935.
• The Government of India Act, of 1919, introduced the Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms, which aimed to increase Indian participation in governance through dyarchy (dual governance) in provinces.
• Simon Commission
• Formed in 1927, the Simon Commission was a group of British parliamentarians tasked with reviewing the functioning of constitutional reforms introduced by the Government of India Act, 1919.
• The commission faced protests because it did not include any Indian members, leading to the famous slogan, "Simon Go Back!"

The correct answer is A, B, C are true

Key Points

• A gas that follows Boyle's law, Charles' law, and Avogadro's law is called an ideal gas.
• This statement is Correct
• An ideal gas is defined as a hypothetical gas that strictly adheres to the gas laws, including Boyle's law (constant temperature), Charles' law (constant pressure), and Avogadro's law (constant volume).
• Real gases deviate from this behaviour under certain conditions like high pressure and low temperature.
• ​As per Gay-Lussac's law, at constant volume, the pressure of a fixed amount of gas varies directly with the temperature.
• This statement is also Correct
• ​ Gay-Lussac's law states that for a fixed mass of gas at constant volume, the pressure ( PP) is directly proportional to the temperature
• Silicon is present in group 14 and period 3 of the periodic table.
• This statement is Correct:
• Silicon (Si) is in group 14 (carbon family) and period 3 (third row of the periodic table).
• Its atomic number is 14.

The correct answer is CAG

Key Points

• The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India will audit the accounts of the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) annually.
• The foundation will also pay the CAG for the audit-related expenses.
• The CAG will submit a report on the audit to Parliament.
• The Anusandhan National Research Foundation Bill, 2023 was passed by the Lok Sabha on August 7, 2023.
• The bill establishes the NRF and details its finances.
• The central government will also prescribe rules for how the funds are used.
• The NRF will have a Governing Board, led by the Prime Minister, that will monitor the foundation's implementation and provide strategic direction.

Additional Information

• External Affairs Minister
• The External Affairs Minister (EAM) of India is responsible for representing the country in international relations, diplomacy, and foreign policy matters.
• Key Responsibilities:
• Overseeing India's foreign policy and international affairs.
• Participating in diplomatic engagements, treaties, and agreements.
• Representing India at international organizations like the United Nations.
• Finance Commissioner
• Role: This is not a central role in India's government structure. However, the term "Finance Commissioner" can refer to:
• Officials responsible for overseeing financial matters within a state's administrative framework.
• At the central level, the Finance Commission is a constitutional body tasked with recommending the distribution of financial resources between the Union and the states.
• Central Vigilance Commissioner (CVC)
• The CVC is the head of the Central Vigilance Commission, an independent body tasked with combating corruption in the Indian government.
• Key Responsibilities:
• Overseeing investigations into corruption cases in central government departments.
• Advising the government on corruption-related matters.
• Monitoring the functioning of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in corruption cases.

The correct answer is Tankeswar Hazarika Borbavan

Key Points

• Tankeswar Hazarika Borbayan received the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award for his contribution to Sattriya dance.
• The Sangeet Natak Akademi is India's national academy for music, dance, and drama.

Additional Information

• It recognizes outstanding artists in these fields. 
• Radha Sridhar: Received the award for her contribution to Bharatnatyam
• Akham Lakshmi Devi: Received the award for her contribution to Manipuri

Important Points

• Ishira and Maulik Shah: Received a joint award for their contribution to Kathak
• Akham Lakshmi Devi: Received the award for her contribution to Manipuri
• Pasumurthy Ramalinga Sastry: Received the award for his contribution to Kuchipudi
• Surupa Sen: Received the award for her contribution to Odissi
• Gopika Varma: Received the award for her contribution to Mohiniattam

The correct answer is Expansive

Key Points

• India's population pyramid, with a wide base and narrower top, suggests an expansive population structure
• A population pyramid with a wide base and narrow top is called an expansive pyramid, and it indicates a growing population.
• This is because a large percentage of the population is in the younger age groups, which is a sign of high birth rates.
• The narrow top indicates high death rates and lower life expectancies.
• Expansive pyramids are common in developing countries.
• India is an example of a country with an expansive population pyramid.

Additional Information

• Other types of population pyramids include:
• Constrictive: A pyramid with a narrow base indicates declining birth rates.
• Stationary: A pyramid with a somewhat equal proportion of the population in each age group.

The correct answer is Punjab, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu

Key Points

• During the first phase of the Green Revolution, the states that primarily benefited from the use of HYV seeds were Punjab, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu:
• The Green Revolution was a period of agricultural reform that introduced new farming techniques and high-yielding varieties (HYV) of seeds to increase crop yields and food security.
• The first phase of the Green Revolution took place from the mid-1960s to the mid-1970s.
• During this time, HYV seeds were primarily used in wheat-growing regions of more affluent states.
• HYV seeds require a lot of water, fertilizers, and other substances.
• They were most successful in regions with proper irrigation, so the first phase of the Green Revolution focused on states with better infrastructure.
• In the second phase of the Green Revolution, HYV technology spread to more states and included more types of crops

Given:

96 ÷ 8 × (4 of (14 + 2 × 7) - 10 × 10)

Formula Used:

Order of operations (PEMDAS/BODMAS): Parentheses/Brackets, Exponents/Orders (i.e., powers and square roots, etc.), Multiplication and Division (left-to-right), Addition and Subtraction (left-to-right).

Calculation:

First, resolve the innermost parentheses:

⇒ 14 + 2 × 7 = 14 + 14 = 28

Next, apply "4 of" which means multiply by 4:

⇒ 4 × 28 = 112

Then, resolve the subtraction within the parentheses:

⇒ 112 - 10 × 10 = 112 - 100 = 12

Next, proceed with the division and multiplication outside the parentheses:

⇒ 96 ÷ 8 × 12 = 12 × 12 = 144

The correct answer is option 1.

Given:

Selling price of the watch = $450

Loss incurred = 10%

Formula Used:

Cost Price (CP) = Selling Price (SP) / (1 - (Loss% / 100))

Calculation:

Loss% = 10%

SP = $450

Cost Price (CP) = SP / (1 - (Loss% / 100))

⇒ CP = 450 / (1 - (10 / 100))

⇒ CP = 450 / (1 - 0.1)

⇒ CP = 450 / 0.9

⇒ CP = 500

The cost price of the watch is $500.

Given:

Principal (P) = Rs. 21500

Rate (R) = 35% per annum

Time (T) = 2 years

Formula Used:

Amount (A) = P(1 + R/100)^T

Calculation:

A = 21500(1 + 35/100)²

A = 21500(1 + 0.35)²

A = 21500(1.35)²

A = 21500 × 1.8225

⇒ A = 39183.75

The amount received will be Rs. 39183.75.

Given:

The simple interest received on a sum at the rate of 4 percent per annum is 3/5 of the sum.

Formula Used:

Simple Interest (SI) = (Principal × Rate × Time) / 100

Calculation:

Let the principal be P.

Simple Interest (SI) = (3/5)P

Rate (R) = 4% per annum

Time (T) = ?

Using the formula for Simple Interest:

$SI = \frac{P × R × T}{100}$

We know SI = (3/5)P

⇒ (3/5)P = (P × 4 × T) / 100

⇒ (3/5)P = (4PT) / 100

⇒ 3/5 = 4T / 100

⇒ 3/5 = 4T / 100

⇒ 3 × 100 = 4T × 5

⇒ 300 = 20T

⇒ T = 300 / 20

⇒ T = 15

The time period is 15 years.

Shortcut Trick

For four equal distances, the Average Speed is the Harmonic Mean of the individual speeds.

Average Speed = 4 ÷ [(1/v₁) + (1/v₂) + (1/v₃) + (1/v₄)]

Average Speed = 4 ÷ [(1/7) + (1/14) + (1/21) + (1/28)] = 4 ÷ [(12 + 6 + 4 + 3) / 84]

Average Speed = (4 × 84) / 25 = 336/25 km/hr

∴ The correct answer is 336/25 km/hr.

Alternate Method

Given:

Four segments of equal distance = 10 km each.

Speeds: v₁ = 7 km/hr, v₂ = 14 km/hr, v₃ = 21 km/hr, v₄ = 28 km/hr.

Formula Used:

Average Speed = Total Distance ÷ Total Time

Calculations:

⇒ Total Distance = 10 + 10 + 10 + 10 = 40 km

⇒ Total Time (T) = t₁ + t₂ + t₃ + t₄

⇒ T = (10/7) + (10/14) + (10/21) + (10/28)

⇒ T = 10 × [(12 + 6 + 4 + 3) / 84] = 10 × (25 / 84)

⇒ T = 250 / 84 = 125 / 42 hours

⇒ Average Speed = 40 ÷ (125 / 42)

⇒ Average Speed = (40 × 42) / 125 = (8 × 42) / 25

⇒ Average Speed = 336 / 25 km/hr

∴ The correct answer is 336/25 km/hr.

Additional Information

Average Speed for Equal Distances

When a journey is divided into 'n' equal distances with speeds v₁, v₂, ... v_n, Average Speed = n ÷ (1/v₁ + 1/v₂ + ... + 1/v_n).

Average Speed for Equal Time Intervals

If a person travels at different speeds for equal time intervals, Average Speed = (v₁ + v₂ + ... + v_n) ÷ n.

Unit Conversion

To convert speed from km/hr to m/s, multiply by 5/18. To convert from m/s to km/hr, multiply by 18/5.

Given:

Deepak marked the product at 22% higher than the cost price.

He sold the product at a 15% discount.

Formula Used:

Profit or Loss Percentage = $\frac{Selling Price - Cost Price}{Cost Price} × 100$

Calculation:

Let the Cost Price (CP) be 100 units.

Marked Price (MP) = CP + 22% of CP

MP = 100 + 22

MP = 122

Selling Price (SP) = MP - 15% of MP

SP = 122 - (15% of 122)

SP = 122 - 18.3

SP = 103.7

Profit or Loss Percentage = $\frac{SP - CP}{CP} × 100$

Profit or Loss Percentage = $\frac{103.7 - 100}{100} × 100$

Profit or Loss Percentage = $\frac{3.7}{100} × 100$

⇒ 3.7%

The profit percentage is 3.7%.

Given:

The ratio of P, Q, and R is 3 ∶ 5 ∶ 8 respectively.

Their sum is 400.

Formula Used:

If the ratio of three numbers is a ∶ b ∶ c and their sum is S, then the individual numbers can be represented as:

P = (a / (a + b + c)) × S

R = (c / (a + b + c)) × S

Difference between P and R = R - P

Calculation:

Given ratio of P, Q, and R = 3 ∶ 5 ∶ 8

Sum of P, Q, and R = 3k + 5k + 8k = 16k

Given sum = 400

⇒ 16k = 400

⇒ k = 400 / 16

⇒ k = 25

P = 3k = 3 × 25 = 75

R = 8k = 8 × 25 = 200

Difference between P and R = R - P

⇒ 200 - 75

⇒ 125

The difference between P and R is 125.

Given:

John's time to complete the task = 6 hours.

Mark's time to complete the task = 8 hours.

Formula Used:

1/John's time + 1/Mark's time = 1/Total time taken together

Calculation:

John's work rate = 1/6 (task per hour)

Mark's work rate = 1/8 (task per hour)

Combined work rate = 1/6 + 1/8

Combined work rate = $\frac{1}{6} + \frac{1}{8}$

Combined work rate = $\frac{4}{24} + \frac{3}{24}$

Combined work rate = $\frac{7}{24}$

Total time taken together = $\frac{1}{\frac{7}{24}}$

Total time taken together = $\frac{24}{7}$ hours

It will take both John and Mark working together $\frac{24}{7}$ hours to finish the task.

Given:

Radius of base (r) = 63 cm

Height (h) = 20 cm

Formula Used:

Curved Surface Area of Cylinder = 2πrh

Calculation:

Curved Surface Area = 2 × π × 63 × 20

⇒ Curved Surface Area = 2 × (22/7) × 63 × 20

⇒ Curved Surface Area = 7920 cm²

The correct answer is option 1.

Shortcut Trick

Since X and Y work together for 30 days, they finish half the work (30 ÷ 60).

The remaining 1/2 work is done by Y in 75 days, so Y can finish the full work in 150 days.

If (X + Y) take 60 days and Y takes 150 days, X's time = (x × y) ÷ (y − x)

X's time = (60 × 150) ÷ (150 − 60)

X's time = 9000 ÷ 90 = 100 days.

∴ The correct answer is 100 days.

Alternate Method

Given:

Time taken by X and Y together to complete the work = 60 days

Time they worked together before X left = 30 days

Time taken by Y to complete the remaining work = 75 days

Calculations:

⇒ Work completed by X and Y in 30 days = 30 ÷ 60 = 1/2

⇒ Remaining work = 1 − 1/2 = 1/2

⇒ Time taken by Y to complete 1/2 work = 75 days

⇒ Time taken by Y alone to complete the whole work = 75 × 2 = 150 days

Total work can be assumed as the LCM of days taken by (X + Y) and Y:

⇒ Combined efficiency of X and Y = 5 units/day

⇒ Efficiency of Y = 2 units/day

⇒ Efficiency of X = Combined Efficiency − Efficiency of Y = 5 − 2 = 3 units/day

⇒ Time taken by X alone = Total Work ÷ Efficiency of X = 300 ÷ 3 = 100 days

∴ The correct answer is 100 days.

Additional Information

Two Persons Work Rule

If A and B together can do a work in 'x' days and B alone can do it in 'y' days, then A alone can do it in (x × y) ÷ (y − x) days.

Total Work Concept

Total work is generally assumed as the Least Common Multiple (LCM) of all the given individual times to make efficiency calculations simple and integer-based.

Efficiency Formula

Efficiency = Total Work ÷ Total Time. Efficiency represents the unit of work done in a single day and is inversely proportional to the time taken.

Given:

If 50 percent of 750 is 25 percent more than M, then what is the value of M?

Formula Used:

50% of 750 = 0.50 × 750

25% more than M = 1.25 × M

Calculation:

50% of 750 = 0.50 × 750

50% of 750 = 375

Given that 375 is 25% more than M:

375 = 1.25 × M

To find M:

⇒ M = 375 / 1.25

⇒ M = 300

The value of M is 300.

Given:

Selling price of the article = Rs. 1482

Discount given = 22%

Formula Used:

Marked Price = Selling Price / (1 - Discount Rate)

Calculation:

Discount Rate = 22% = 0.22

Marked Price = Selling Price / (1 - Discount Rate)

Marked Price = 1482 / (1 - 0.22)

Marked Price = 1482 / 0.78

Marked Price = 1900

The marked price of the article is Rs. 1900.

Given:

The cost price of 90 tables = Selling price of x tables

Profit = 50%

Formula Used:

Profit Percentage = $\frac{Selling Price - Cost Price}{Cost Price} \times 100$

Calculation:

Let Cost Price (CP) of one table = ₹C

Then, Cost Price of 90 tables = 90 × ₹C

Let Selling Price (SP) of one table = ₹S

Given, Profit = 50%

⇒ Profit Percentage = $\frac{S - C}{C} \times 100$

50 = $\frac{S - C}{C} \times 100$

⇒ 50 = $\frac{S - C}{C} \times 100$

⇒ 50C = 100(S - C)

⇒ 50C = 100S - 100C

⇒ 150C = 100S

⇒ S = $\frac{150C}{100}$

⇒ S = 1.5C

Given, Cost Price of 90 tables = Selling Price of x tables

⇒ 90 × ₹C = x × ₹S

⇒ 90C = x × 1.5C

⇒ 90 = 1.5x

⇒ x = $\frac{90}{1.5}$

⇒ x = 60

The value of x is 60. The correct answer is option 4.

Shortcut Trick

Total natural numbers from 1 to 19 = 19

Prime numbers from 1 to 19 are 2, 3, 5, 7, 11, 13, 17, 19 (Total = 8)

The number 1 is a unique number (neither prime nor composite).

Composite numbers = Total numbers − Prime numbers − 1

⇒ Composite numbers = 19 − 8 − 1 = 10

∴ The correct answer is 10.

Alternate Method

Given:

The range of natural numbers starting from 1 up to 19.

Concept Used:

A composite number is any positive integer that can be formed by multiplying two smaller positive integers. It must have at least one divisor other than 1 and itself.

The number 1 is an exception as it is classified as neither prime nor composite.

Calculation:

⇒ Let us list out all the natural numbers from 1 to 19:

⇒ 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19

⇒ Identify and eliminate 1, because it is not a composite number.

⇒ Identify and eliminate all the prime numbers (numbers with exactly two distinct positive divisors):

⇒ Primes to remove: 2, 3, 5, 7, 11, 13, 17, 19

⇒ The remaining numbers in our sequence are all composite:

⇒ 4, 6, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, 15, 16, 18

⇒ Counting this final set of numbers gives exactly 10 composite numbers.

∴ The correct answer is 10.

Additional Information

Prime Numbers

A natural number greater than 1 that cannot be formed by multiplying two smaller natural numbers. Example: 2, 3, 5, 7, 11.

Composite Numbers

A positive integer that has at least one positive divisor other than 1 or itself. Example: 4, 6, 8, 9.

Property of 1

The number 1 has only one positive divisor (itself), making it uniquely classified as neither prime nor composite.

Smallest Composite Numbers

The smallest even composite number is 4, and the smallest odd composite number is 9.

Given:

Expression: 15 of 15 - 6 of 11 × 12 + 25 × 25 + 21 × 4

Formula Used:

Evaluate the expression using the order of operations (PEMDAS/BODMAS).

Calculation:

First, we calculate the individual terms:

15 of 15 = 15 × 15 = 225

6 of 11 = 6 × 11 = 66

66 × 12 = 792

25 × 25 = 625

21 × 4 = 84

Now, substitute back into the expression:

⇒ 225 - 792 + 625 + 84

Simplify step-by-step:

⇒ 225 - 792 = -567

⇒ -567 + 625 = 58

⇒ 58 + 84 = 142

The correct answer is option 4: 142.

Given:

The ratio of two numbers = 3:4

HCF = 5

Formula Used:

LCM × HCF = Product of the numbers

Calculation:

Let the two numbers be 3x and 4x.

HCF of 3x and 4x = x

Given that HCF is 5, so x = 5

⇒ Numbers are 3×5 and 4×5

⇒ Numbers are 15 and 20

LCM of 15 and 20 = (15 × 20) / HCF(15, 20)

HCF(15, 20) = 5

LCM = (15 × 20) / 5

LCM = 300 / 5

LCM = 60

The LCM of the two numbers is 60.

Given:

Average runs scored by 4 batsmen = 61

Runs scored by 3 batsmen = 68, 31, and 27

Formula Used:

Total runs scored by all batsmen = Average runs × Number of batsmen

Calculation:

Total runs scored by all batsmen = 61 × 4

⇒ Total runs = 244

Runs scored by 3 batsmen = 68 + 31 + 27

⇒ Runs scored by 3 batsmen = 126

Runs scored by the fourth batsman = Total runs - Runs scored by 3 batsmen

⇒ Runs scored by the fourth batsman = 244 - 126

⇒ Runs scored by the fourth batsman = 118

The correct answer is option 3.

Given:

A number is increased by 25% and then again increased by 25%.

We need to find the percentage reduction required to get back to the original number.

Formula Used:

Percentage increase = New Value / Original Value - 1

Percentage decrease = (Original Value - New Value) / New Value × 100%

Calculation:

Let the original number be 100.

First increase by 25%:

⇒ New Value = 100 + 25% of 100

⇒ New Value = 100 + 25

⇒ New Value = 125

Second increase by 25%:

⇒ New Value = 125 + 25% of 125

⇒ New Value = 125 + (25/100) × 125

⇒ New Value = 125 + 31.25

⇒ New Value = 156.25

Now, we need to reduce 156.25 to get back to 100.

Percentage decrease:

⇒ Percentage decrease = (156.25 - 100) / 156.25 × 100%

⇒ Percentage decrease = 56.25 / 156.25 × 100%

⇒ Percentage decrease = 0.36 × 100%

⇒ Percentage decrease = 36%

The correct answer is option 4.

Given:

The average of five consecutive odd numbers is 19.

Formula Used:

Average of consecutive odd numbers = Sum of numbers / Number of numbers

Calculation:

Let the five consecutive odd numbers be x, x+2, x+4, x+6, x+8

Sum of these numbers = x + (x+2) + (x+4) + (x+6) + (x+8)

Sum = 5x + 20

Average = (Sum of numbers) / 5

Average = (5x + 20) / 5

Given that the average is 19:

⇒ (5x + 20) / 5 = 19

⇒ 5x + 20 = 95

⇒ 5x = 75

⇒ x = 15

Therefore, the five consecutive odd numbers are 15, 17, 19, 21, and 23.

The largest number out of these five numbers is 23.

The correct answer is option 1.

Given:

a ∶ b ∶ c = 2 ∶ 5 ∶ 3

c ∶ d = 5 ∶ 2

Formula Used:

To find the combined ratio of a ∶ b ∶ c ∶ d , we need to express all variables in terms of a common unit.

Calculation:

From a ∶ b ∶ c = 2 ∶ 5 ∶ 3

c in a ∶ b ∶ c is given as 3.

From c ∶ d = 5 ∶ 2 , we can express d in terms of c .

Since c = 3 in the first ratio, let’s make c the same in both ratios by finding a common value.

We know c = 5 in c ∶ d = 5 ∶ 2 . To match this with c = 3 from a ∶ b ∶ c , we need to scale the ratios accordingly.

To make c = 15 in both ratios:

a ∶ b ∶ c becomes 2 × 5 ∶ 5 × 5 ∶ 3 × 5

a ∶ b ∶ c = 10 ∶ 25 ∶ 15

Similarly, c ∶ d becomes 5 × 3 ∶ 2 × 3

c ∶ d = 15 ∶ 6

Combining the ratios, we get a ∶ b ∶ c ∶ d

10 ∶ 25 ∶ 15 ∶ 6

The correct answer is option 2.

The correct answer is Option 1.

 

Key Points

• The primary issue in the sentence is the incorrect usage of the word "latter."
• The word "latter" refers to the second of two items or people previously mentioned and is not appropriate in this context.
• The correct word to use is "later," which refers to a time subsequent to the present.
• Thus, the error is located in part 1 of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 1.

 

Correct Sentence: "I know Rohan has been going through a tough time later."

 

Additional Information

• Part 2: "I know Rohan has," – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• Part 3: "No error" – This would be the correct option if there were no mistakes in the sentence, but there is an error in part 1.
• Part 4: "been going through," – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.

The correct answer is: Option 2.

Key Points

• "to" is a preposition used to indicate direction, place, or position. (की ओर)
• Example: She wanted to join the hiking trip too, as the mountains held a special place in her heart.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 2.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• toon (कार्टून): This refers to a cartoon or animated character.
• Example: The kids love watching the toon characters on TV.
• two (दो): This is the number 2.
• Example: She bought two tickets for the movie.
• The word "too" means also or in addition; it is used to show that a second thing is included or happens in the same way as the first. (भी)
• Example: She wanted to come too, but she had other plans.

The correct answer is: Option 4.

Key Points

• The word "Neither" is used to indicate that none of the two options is applicable or true. (दोनों में से कोई नहीं, कोई भी नहीं)
• Example: Neither of the two students was able to solve the problem.
• The correct form should be "Neither of them has shown any" instead of "Neither of them have shown any". (दोनों में से कोई भी नहीं दिखाया है)
• Example: Neither of them has completed the assignment yet.
• Hence, the error is in the segment "Neither of them have shown any".

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 4.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Option 1: no error (कोई त्रुटि नहीं): This option would indicate that there is no mistake in the sentence.
• Example: If the sentence was correct, this would be the right choice.
• Option 2: interest in taking on the challenging (चुनौतीपूर्ण कार्य लेने में रुचि): This part of the sentence is grammatically correct.
• Example: She has shown interest in taking on the challenging project.
• Option 3: project that was assigned to the team (टीम को सौंपा गया प्रोजेक्ट): This part of the sentence is also correct and does not contain any grammatical errors.
• Example: The project that was assigned to the team is due next month.

The correct answer is: Option 3.

Key Points

• The word "psudonym" is incorrectly spelt and should be "pseudonym". "Pseudonym" means a fictitious name, especially one used by an author. (छद्मनाम)

Example: The famous author used a pseudonym to keep her real identity a secret.

• "Pseudonym" is the correct spelling of the word. (छद्मनाम)
• Example: Many writers use a pseudonym to publish their works.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 3.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Century (सदी): A period of one hundred years.
• Example: The 20th century saw many technological advancements.
• Notorious (कुख्यात): Famous or well-known, typically for some bad quality or deed.
• Example: He became notorious for his involvement in the scandal.
• Serial (क्रमिक): Consisting of, forming part of, or taking place in a series.
• Example: The serial publication of the novel kept readers eagerly awaiting each new installment.

The correct answer is Option 2.

 

Key Points

• The sentence requires a word that refers to people, as it describes the child's warm-hearted nature towards others.
• The term "everybody" fits best in the context, indicating a general warm-heartedness towards all people.
• Options like "one", "everywhere", and "whomever" do not fit well in the context of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

 

Correct Sentence: "As a child, he was tender and warm-hearted towards everybody."

 

Additional Information

• Option 1: "one" – This does not fit the context as it refers to an individual person rather than a group.
• Option 3: "everywhere" – This refers to places, not people, thus is not suitable.
• Option 4: "whomever" – This refers to any person, but the sentence requires a more general term like "everybody."

The correct answer is: Option 2.

Key Points

• The word "compel" means to force or drive someone to do something. (मजबूर करना)
• Example: The weather compelled us to stay indoors.
• "Coerce" refers to persuading an unwilling person to do something by using force or threats. (दबाव डालना)
• Example: The kidnappers coerced the victim to call their family for ransom.

Hence, we can infer that the synonym of 'compel' is 'coerce'.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Discourage (हतोत्साहित करना): To cause someone to lose confidence or enthusiasm.
• Example: His failure did not discourage him from trying again.
• Dissuade (रोकना): To persuade someone not to take a particular course of action.
• Example: They tried to dissuade her from leaving the job.
• Assist (सहायता करना): To help or aid someone.
• Example: The nurse assisted the doctor during the operation.

The correct answer is: Option 2.

Key Points

• The word "origins" means the point or place where something begins, arises, or is derived. (मूल)
• Example: The origins of the universe have always intrigued scientists.
• "Destiny" refers to the events that will necessarily happen to a particular person or thing in the future. (भाग्य)
• Example: She believed it was her destiny to become a musician.

Hence, we can infer that the opposite of 'origins' is 'destiny'.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Influence (प्रभाव): The capacity to have an effect on the character, development, or behavior of someone or something.
• Example: His influence on the team was evident in their improved performance.
• Inheritors (उत्तराधिकारी): People who receive something from a predecessor, such as property or a title, usually after someone's death.
• Example: As inheritors of the estate, they were responsible for maintaining it.
• Author (लेखक): A writer of a book, article, or report.
• Example: The author of the novel received numerous awards for his work.

The correct answer is Option 2.

 

Key Points

• The original sentence "The creek flooding every spring." is missing a verb to properly convey the action.
• The correct form of the sentence should include a verb, making it "The creek floods every spring."
• Options 1 and 3 are grammatically incorrect as they either pluralize "creek" unnecessarily or use an incorrect verb tense.
• Option 4 ("No improvement") is also incorrect because the original sentence is grammatically flawed.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

 

Correct Sentence: "The creek floods every spring."

 

Additional Information

• 1) creeks floods: This option is incorrect because "creeks" is plural, which doesn't match the singular subject "The creek".
• 3) creek has been floods: This option is grammatically incorrect because it uses an improper verb tense and structure.
• 4) No improvement: This option is incorrect because the original sentence is missing a proper verb.

The correct answer is Option 1.

 

Key Points

• The most suitable word to fill in the blank is "mind".
• The phrase "mind their own business" is a common idiom meaning to focus on one's own affairs rather than interfering in others' matters.
• Other options such as "mend", "hit", and "hint" do not fit the context of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 1.

 

Correct Sentence: "They need to mind their own business; my life is not their concern."

 

Additional Information

• Mind: To pay attention to something or to focus on something.
• Mend: To repair something that is broken or damaged.
• Hit: To strike something or someone with force.
• Hint: To give a small piece of information or advice to help someone understand something.

The correct answer is Option 1.

 

Key Points

• The word "fully" correctly completes the sentence to convey that someone is completely aware of what may happen.
• The other options do not fit grammatically or contextually in the sentence.
• Option 2) "freely" does not make sense in this context.
• Option 3) "firm" does not fit grammatically in this context.
• Option 4) "full" does not grammatically fit in the context.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 1.

 

Correct Sentence: "Are you fully aware of what may happen?"

 

Additional Information

• fully: completely or entirely; to the fullest extent.
• freely: without restriction or interference.
• firm: having a solid, almost unyielding surface or structure.
• full: containing or holding as much or as many as possible; having no empty space.

The correct answer is: Option 4.

Key Points

• The word "religion" means a particular system of faith and worship. (धर्म)
• Example: Christianity is a religion based on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ.
• "Concealment" refers to the action of hiding something or preventing it from being known. (छिपाव)
• Example: The concealment of the truth was a major factor in the investigation.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 4.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Option 1: "Each religon claims that its own holy book is the direct concealment of God." (धर्म)
• Explanation: The word "religon" is incorrectly spelled. The correct spelling is "religion".
• Option 2: "Each religion claims that its own holy book is the direct conceelment of God." (छिपाव)
• Explanation: The word "conceelment" is incorrectly spelled. The correct spelling is "concealment".
• Option 3: "Each religion claims that its own holi book is the direct concealment of God." (पवित्र)
• Explanation: The word "holi" is incorrectly spelled. The correct spelling is "holy".

The correct answer is Option 3.

 

Key Points

• The primary issue in the sentence is the incorrect use of the preposition "than" after "inferior."
• The correct preposition to use with "inferior" is "to."
• The correct phrase should be "inferior to her," ensuring grammatical correctness and clarity.
• Thus, the error is located in part 3 of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

 

Correct Sentence: "My colleague thinks that I am inferior to her."

 

Additional Information

• 1: "My colleague thinks," – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• 4: "that I am," – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• No error – This would be the correct option if there were no mistakes in the sentence, but there is an error in part 3.

The correct answer is: Option 3.

Key Points

• The idiom "Let your hair down" means:
• To behave freely (मुक्त रूप से व्यवहार करना)
• Example: After the exams, the students decided to let their hair down and have some fun. (परीक्षाओं के बाद, छात्रों ने मुक्त होकर मस्ती करने का फैसला किया।)

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 3.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Forget everything (सब कुछ भूल जाना)
• Example: After a long day, he just wanted to forget everything and relax. (लंबे दिन के बाद, वह बस सब कुछ भूलकर आराम करना चाहता था।)
• Financially ruined (वित्तीय रूप से बर्बाद)
• Example: After the stock market crash, many investors were financially ruined. (स्टॉक मार्केट क्रैश के बाद, कई निवेशक वित्तीय रूप से बर्बाद हो गए थे।)
• The power of the mind is stronger than the body (मन की शक्ति शरीर से अधिक मजबूत है)
• Example: Despite his physical limitations, he believed that the power of the mind is stronger than the body. (अपनी शारीरिक सीमाओं के बावजूद, वह मानता था कि मन की शक्ति शरीर से अधिक मजबूत है।)

The correct answer is: Option 3.

Key Points

• The word "numerous" means existing in large numbers or many. (असंख्य)
• Example: Numerous stars can be seen in the night sky.
• The word "perilous" means full of danger or risk. (खतरनाक)
• Example: The hikers embarked on a perilous journey through the mountains.
• The word "end" means the final point of something in space or time; the conclusion. (अंत)
• Example: After months of hard work, they finally reached the end of their project.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 3.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Extraordinary (असाधारण): Very unusual or remarkable.
• Example: She has an extraordinary talent for painting.
• Swift (तेज़): Happening quickly or promptly.
• Example: The swift response from the emergency team saved many lives.
• Midpoint (मध्य बिंदु): The exact middle point.
• Example: The midpoint of the journey is marked by a small village.
• Trivial (तुच्छ): Of little value or importance.
• Example: He often gets distracted by trivial details.
• Pleasant (सुहाना): Giving a sense of happy satisfaction or enjoyment.
• Example: The weather was pleasant, perfect for a day out in the park.
• Destination (गंतव्य): The place to which someone or something is going or being sent.
• Example: After a long journey, they finally reached their destination.
• Tedious (उबाऊ): Too long, slow, or dull; tiresome or monotonous.
• Example: The tedious lecture made many students fall asleep.
• Brief (संक्षिप्त): Of short duration.
• Example: The meeting was brief and to the point.
• Beginning (आरंभ): The point in time or space at which something starts.
• Example: The beginning of the book is very captivating.

The correct answer is: Option 4.

Key Points

• The phrase "Up in arms" means being very angry or upset about something. (गुस्से में या नाराज़ होना)
• Example: The community was up in arms over the proposed construction of a new highway through their neighborhood.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 4.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Break a leg (शुभकामनाएँ देना): To wish someone good luck, especially before a performance.
• Example: Before the play started, everyone told the actors to break a leg.
• Run out of steam (ऊर्जा या उत्साह खोना): To lose energy or enthusiasm for something.
• Example: He started the project with a lot of excitement, but he ran out of steam halfway through.
• Armchair critic (अकारण आलोचना करने वाला): Someone who offers opinions on something without actually being involved or having direct experience.
• Example: He's such an armchair critic; he always has something to say about the team's performance, but he's never played a single match himself.

The correct answer is Option 3.

 

Key Points

• The word "protect" means to keep safe from harm or injury. (सुरक्षित करना)
• In the context of the passage, antioxidants in whole grains help to protect tissues from harmful inflammation.
• The other options: "correct," "simplify," and "pertain" do not fit the context as appropriately.

​Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 3'.

Complete Sentence: Whole grains contain antioxidants that protect your tissues from harmful inflammation.

Additional Information

• Correct (सही): means free from error; in accordance with fact or truth.
• Simplify (सरल बनाना): means to make something simpler or easier to do or understand.
• Pertain (संबंधित होना): means to be appropriate, related, or applicable.

The correct answer is Option 1.

 

Key Points

• The word "with" denotes the inclusion or presence of something. (साथ में)
• In the context of the passage, whole grains are "loaded with" minerals, indicating they contain a lot of minerals.
• The other options: "over," "of," and "from" do not fit the context as appropriately.

​Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 1'.

Complete Sentence: Plus, they're loaded with minerals like calcium, potassium, magnesium, zinc and iron - important building blocks for a strong immune system and healthy heart.

Additional Information

• Over (से ऊपर): means extending directly upward from.
• Of (का): indicates relationship or connection.
• From (से): indicates the point in space at which a journey, motion, or action starts.

The correct answer is Option 1.

 

Key Points

• The word "blocks" refers to the essential units or components (निर्माण खंड).
• In the context of the passage, "building blocks" refers to the essential minerals that are crucial for building a strong immune system and a healthy heart.
• The other options: "stacks," "chains," and "steps" do not fit the context as appropriately.

​Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 1'.

Complete Sentence: Plus, they're loaded with minerals like calcium, potassium, magnesium, zinc and iron - important building blocks for a strong immune system and healthy heart.

Additional Information

• Stacks (ढेर): refers to piles or layers of something.
• Chains (जंजीर): refers to a connected series of similar items.
• Steps (कदम): refers to individual stages in a process.

The correct answer is Option 4.

 

Key Points

• The word "found" indicates the presence or existence of something. (पाया गया)
• In the context of the passage**, "found in whole grains"** suggests that B vitamins are present in whole grains.
• The other options: "founded," "finding," and "find" do not fit the context appropriately as they do not convey the correct grammatical meaning.

​Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 4'.

Complete Sentence: The B vitamins found in whole grains also help your body convert food into energy.

Additional Information

• Founded (स्थापित): means having been established or set up.
• Finding (खोज): means discovery of something.
• Find (पाना): means to discover or perceive by chance or unexpectedly.

The correct answer is Option 1.

 

Key Points

• The word "into" implies transformation or change from one state to another. (में बदलना)
• In the context of the passage, "convert food into energy" indicates the process of changing food into a form the body can use as energy.
• The other options: "on," "in," and "onto" do not convey the idea of transformation appropriately.

​Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 1'.

Complete Sentence: The B vitamins found in whole grains also help your body convert food into energy.

Additional Information

• On (पर): generally indicates a position above and in contact with a surface.
• In (में): indicates inclusion within space, a place, or limits.
• Onto (पर): indicates movement towards a surface.

वाक्य में रेखांकित शब्द का विलोम शब्द होगा - पानी

Key Points

• वाक्य - हिमालय बर्फ से ढका हुआ है।
• 'बर्फ' शब्द का विलोम शब्द 'पानी' होगा।
• 'बर्फ' शब्द का अर्थ - जमा हुआ पानी।
• 'पानी' शब्द का अर्थ - जल का ऐसा रूप जो अन्य पदार्थ में से अपने आप निकला हो।
• विलोम - जो शब्द किसी एक शब्द के विपरीत अर्थ को व्यक्त करते हैं, वे विलोम शब्द कहलाते हैं।

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• 'भाप' शब्द का अर्थ - खौलते जल का वाष्पीय रूप।

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वाक्यांश के लिए सार्थक शब्द होगा - अदम्य

Key Points

• ‘जिसका दमन न किया जा सके' वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द होगा - अदम्य
• वाक्यांश के लिए उपयुक्त शब्द - अनेक शब्दों के लिए एक शब्द को प्रयुक्त करना ही वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द कहलाता है।

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• 'निदम्य' शब्द में वर्तनी की त्रुटि है।

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रिक्त स्थान के लिए सही पुल्लिंग रूप वाला विकल्प होगा - लगाव

Key Points

• प���ल्लिंग शब्द - 'लगाव' (जैसे- कभी - कभी सबके साथ ज्यादा लगाव भारी पड़ जाता है।)
• पुल्लिंग - शब्द के जिस रूप से पुरुष जाति का बोध होता है, उसे पुल्लिंग कहते हैं।
• जैसे- छात्र, चाचा, बूढ़ा, नौकर, शेर, बंदर, ताला आदि।
• स्त्रीलिंग - शब्द के जिस रूप से व्यक्ति या वस्तु की स्त्री जाति का बोध होता है, उसे स्त्रीलिंग कहते हैं।
• जैसे - छात्रा, चाची, बुढ़िया, नौकरानी, घास, खिड़की आदि।

अन्य विकल्प-

Important Points 

Additional Information 

• हिंदी भाषा में लिंग के दो भेद होते हैं -

1. पुल्लिंग
2. स्त्रीलिंग

रिक्त स्थान के लिए सही शब्द वाला विकल्प होगा - विशाल

Key Points

• वाक्य - किसी अच्छी वस्तु की वास्तविकता से परिचय पाना आज के विशाल संसार में विज्ञापन के बिना नितांत असंभव है।  
• 'विशाल' का अर्थ - जो बहुत बड़ा और विस्तृत हो।
• अन्य सभी विकल्पों के प्रयोग से वाक्य का सार्थक अर्थ प्रकट नहीं हो रहा है।

Additional Information

वाक्य में तत्सम शब्द होगा - मक्षिका

Key Points

• वाक्य - मक्षिका न जाने कब से भिनभिना रही है।
• 'मक्षिका' एक तत्सम शब्द है, जबकि इसका तद्भव शब्द 'मक्खी' होगा।
• तत्सम - जिन शब्दों को संस्कृत से बिना किसी परिवर्तन के ले लिया जाता है, उन्हें तत्सम शब्द कहते हैं। 
• जैसे- अक्षि, कर्ण, गृह आदि।
• तद्भव - जिन शब्दों में समय और परिस्थितियों के कारण कुछ परिवर्तन होने से जो शब्द बने हैं, उन्हें तद्भव कहते हैं। 
• जैसे- आँख, कान, घर आदि।​

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Additional Information 

'गाढ़े का साथी' मुहावरे के अर्थ को सर्वश्रेष्ठ रूप से व्यक्त करता है - बुरे समय में सहायता करने वाला

Key Points

• 'गाढ़े का साथी' का अर्थ - बुरे समय में सहायता करने वाला
• वाक्य प्रयोग - रोहन के मुश्किल समय में उसके रिश्‍तेदारों ने "गाढ़े के साथी" का काम किया है।
• मुहावरा - ऐसे वाक्यांश, जो सामान्य अर्थ का बोध न कराकर किसी व���लक्षण अर्थ को प्रकट करते है, उसे मुहावरा कहते है।
• जैसे - चिकना घड़ा होना - बेशर्म होना, वाक्य प्रयोग - मोहित ऐसा "चिकना घड़ा है" कि उसके ऊपर कहने-सुनने का कोई असर नहीं पड़ता।

Important Points 

Additional Information 

वाक्यांश के लिए सार्थक शब्द होगा - अतिथि

Key Points

• 'जिसके आने की तिथि निश्चित न हो' वाक्यांश के लिए सार्थक शब्द - अतिथि
• वाक्यांश के लिए उपयुक्त शब्द - अनेक शब्दों के लिए एक शब्द को प्रयुक्त करना ही वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द कहलाता है।

अन्य विकल्प -

Additional Information कुछ महत्वपूर्ण वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द -