SSC GD Constable (2024) Official Paper (Held On: 05 Mar, 2024 Shift 4) (Previous Year Paper)

The logic followed here is:

DEFINITE is coded as 'EUJOJGFD',

DRIZZLING is coded as 'GOJMAAJSD',

Similarly, ATTACHED will be:

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

The pattern is used here:

Pin type shape increase by 2 in each figure.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

The correct mirror image of the given figure is:

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

The logic followed here is:

Given Sequence: wwxxyywwx_yywwxxy_ww_xyywwxx_y

Now, putting the letters in the blank spaces given in the option one by one:

Option 1) wxxy → wwxxyy / wwxwyy / wwxxyx/ wwxxyy / wwxxyy

Option 2) xyxy → wwxxyy / wwxxyy / wwxxyy/ wwxxyy / wwxxyy

Here, 'wwxxyy' followed a pattern.

Option 3) ywyy → wwxxyy / wwxyyy / wwxxyw/ wwyxyy / wwxxyy

Option 4) xwxw → wwxxyy / wwxxyy / wwxxyw/ wwxxyy / wwxxwy

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

The logic followed here is:

BHL : DJN

B + 2 = D; H + 2 = J; L + 2 = N

Similarly, OSW : ?

O + 2 = Q; S + 2 = U; W + 2 = Y

Hence, the correct answer is "QUY".

The logic followed here is:

All letters are moving anticlockwise direction by 90°.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

Given: Six persons P1, P2, P3, P4, P5 and P6.

1. Only two persons are sitting between P2 and P6.
2. P2 and P4 are the immediate neighbour of P1.
3. P5 is sitting to the immediate right of P3.
4. P1 is sitting second to the right of P6.

Final arrangement:

So, P5 is sitting on the immediate right of P3.

Hence, the correct answer is "P5".

The logic followed here is:

Hence, the correct answer is "45".

Family Chart:

Decoding the Symbols:

 

Given: T ÷ V + W × U

It means: T is the son of V, V is the wife of W and W is the father of U.

So, W is the 'Father' of T.

Hence, the correct answer is "Father".

The logic followed here is:

A means ×, B means ÷, and C means +.

10 A 8 B 4 C 3 = 23

⇒ 10 × 8 ÷ 4 + 3 

⇒ 10 × 2 + 3

⇒ 20 + 3 = 23

20 A 4 B 10 C 5 = 13,

⇒ 20 × 4 ÷ 10 + 5

⇒ 8 + 5 = 13

Then 8 A 12 B 6 C 4 = ?

⇒ 8 × 12 ÷ 6 + 4

⇒ 8 × 2 + 4

⇒ 16 + 4 = 20

Hence, the correct answer is "30".

Statements:

I. No X are W

II. Some Y are X.

The least possible Venn diagram: 

Conclusions:

I. Some Y are not W. - True (Because, No X are W and Some Y are X, so which part of X intersects with Y will not be W it is definite)

II. All W are Y. - False (Because, No X are W and Some Y are X, so all W cannot be Y)

So, Only conclusion I follows.

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

The correct mirror image of the given figure is:

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

The correct Dictionary order is:

4. Constable
5. Constant
6. Constitution
7. Constrain
8. Construction

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

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

The logic followed here is:

Hence, the correct answer is "1152".

The logic followed here is:

 

Hence, the correct answer is "XVW".

The best completes the pattern given:

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

Given equation: 5 × 4 + 8 ÷ 2 - 7 = 35

Option 1) + and ÷, 5 and 7

By interchanging which two signs and two numbers (not digits):

⇒ 7 × 4 ÷ 8 + 2 - 5 = 35

⇒ 3.5 + 2 - 5 = 35

⇒ 5.5 - 5 = 35

⇒ 0.5 = 35

Option 2) × and -, 4 and 2

By interchanging which two signs and two numbers (not digits):

⇒ 5 - 2 + 8 ÷ 4 × 7 = 35

⇒ 5 - 2 + 14 = 35

⇒ 19 - 2 = 35

⇒ 17 = 35

Option 3) + and -, 4 and 2

By interchanging which two signs and two numbers (not digits):

⇒ 5 × 2 - 8 ÷ 4 + 7 = 35

⇒ 5 × 2 - 2 + 7 = 35

⇒ 10 - 2 + 7 = 35

⇒ 17 - 2 = 35

⇒ 15 = 35

Option 4) + and -, 4 and 7

By interchanging which two signs and two numbers (not digits):

⇒ 5 × 7 - 8 ÷ 2 + 4 = 35

⇒ 5 × 7 - 4 + 4 = 35

⇒ 35 - 4 + 4 = 35

⇒ 39 - 4 = 35

⇒ 35 = 35

Hence, the correct answer is "+ and -, 4 and 7".

The logic followed here is:

TOGETHER is coded as 'TOERGETH'

TOMORROW is coded as 'TOOWMORR',

Similarly, BATHROOM will be coded:

Hence, the correct answer is "BAOMTHRO".

The logic followed here is:

ML : NO

M + 1 = N; L + 3 + O;

Similarly, GE : HH

G + 1 = H; E + 3 = H

Hence, the correct answer is "GE : HH".

Given: Six people X, Y, Z, P, Q, and R are sitting in a circle facing towards the centre.

X and Z are sitting exactly opposite to each other.

Y, who is sitting to the immediate left of X, is also exactly opposite to P.

R is not sitting next to X.

So, R is the immediate neighbour of both Y and Z.

Hence, the correct answer is "R".

The correct answer is Power Play.

Key Points

• The term Power Play refers to a set of fielding restrictions in cricket during certain overs of a match.
• In One Day Internationals (ODIs), the first 10 overs of an innings are usually designated as power play overs, where only two fielders are allowed outside the 30-yard circle.
• In T20 cricket, the power play usually lasts for the first 6 overs, with similar fielding restrictions as in ODIs.
• The concept of power play is designed to create a balance between bat and ball, encouraging aggressive batting while giving bowlers a chance to take wickets with fewer fielders on the boundary.

Additional Information

• Fielding Restrictions:
• Fielding restrictions in cricket are rules that limit the placement of fielders in specific areas of the field during certain periods of the game.
• These restrictions are aimed at ensuring a balance between the batting and bowling teams, preventing defensive field placements throughout the innings.
• During the power play, the fielding team is restricted to having only a limited number of fielders outside the 30-yard circle.
• 30-Yard Circle:
• The 30-yard circle is a fielding restriction area in cricket, marked by a circle with a 30-yard radius from each end of the pitch.
• It is used to enforce fielding restrictions, particularly during power plays, ensuring that only a certain number of fielders can be placed outside this area.
• One Day Internationals (ODIs):
• ODIs are a format of limited-overs cricket, where each team faces a fixed number of overs, usually 50.
• Power plays are an integral part of ODIs, with fielding restrictions varying at different stages of the innings.
• T20 Cricket:
• T20 cricket is a shorter format of the game, with each team playing a single innings of 20 overs.
• Power plays are more aggressive in T20s, lasting for the first 6 overs, encouraging explosive batting from the outset.

The correct answer is Swimming.

Key Points

• Bhakti Sharma is an Indian open water swimmer who has set various records in open water swimming.
• She has swum in all five oceans of the world, as well as eight other seas and channels, making her the youngest in the world to do so.
• Bhakti Sharma is known for breaking the world record by swimming 1.4 miles in 52 minutes in the freezing waters of Antarctica in January 2015.
• She was awarded the prestigious Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award in 2010 and has also received several other accolades for her achievements in swimming.

Additional Information

• Open Water Swimming:
• Open water swimming is a swimming discipline which takes place in outdoor bodies of water such as open oceans, lakes, and rivers, as opposed to swimming in pools.
• It is part of the Olympic Games and other international competitions, with distances typically ranging from 5 km to 25 km.
• Open water swimming poses unique challenges such as varying water temperatures, currents, and natural obstacles.
• Antarctica Swimming:
• Swimming in Antarctica is extremely challenging due to the frigid temperatures, which can be as low as -2°C (28°F).
• It requires exceptional physical and mental endurance, as well as specialized training to acclimate to the harsh conditions.
• Swimmers undertaking such feats often wear specially designed swimsuits or wetsuits to protect against hypothermia.
• Achievements and Awards:
• The Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award, named after the famous mountaineer, is one of the highest adventure sports honors in India.
• Bhakti Sharma has been recognized for her contributions to swimming and her inspirational achievements in pushing the boundaries of human endurance.

The correct answer is 1862.

Key Points

• The Bombay High Court, one of the oldest High Courts in India, was established on August 14, 1862.
• It was established under the Indian High Courts Act of 1861 by Queen Victoria.
• The jurisdiction of the Bombay High Court extends to the states of Maharashtra, Goa, and the Union Territories of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu.
• The court has its principal seat in Mumbai (Bombay) and benches at Nagpur, Aurangabad, and Panaji (Goa).

Additional Information

• Indian High Courts Act of 1861
• The Indian High Courts Act of 1861 was an Act of the Parliament of the United Kingdom to establish High Courts in India.
• The Act authorized the British Crown to establish High Courts in the presidencies of Calcutta, Bombay, and Madras.
• The Act abolished the Supreme Courts at Calcutta, Madras, and Bombay and the Sadar Adalats in Presidency towns, merging their jurisdictions to form the High Courts.
• The High Courts were given the power to exercise original and appellate jurisdiction in civil and criminal cases.
• Bombay High Court
• The Bombay High Court is renowned for its rich heritage and historical significance.
• It has played a pivotal role in the development of Indian jurisprudence and has a long-standing tradition of delivering landmark judgments.
• The architectural design of the court building is a blend of Gothic and early English styles, symbolizing the legacy of British colonial rule in India.
• Prominent judges and lawyers, including Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and Nani Palkhivala, have been associated with the Bombay High Court.
• Judicial System in India
• The judicial system in India is a hierarchical system with the Supreme Court at the top, followed by High Courts at the state level, and subordinate courts at the district and lower levels.
• High Courts have the power to hear appeals from lower courts and have original jurisdiction in certain matters.
• The Indian judiciary is independent of the executive and legislative branches of government, ensuring the rule of law and protection of fundamental rights.
• Judicial review is a key function of the judiciary, allowing courts to examine the constitutionality of legislative and executive actions.

The correct answer is Bombay Plan.

Key Points

• The Bombay Plan was a set of proposals for the economic development of India, put forward by eight leading industrialists in 1944.
• The key figures involved were J.R.D. Tata, G.D. Birla, Lala Shri Ram, Kasturbhai Lalbhai, Ardeshir Dalal, A.D. Shroff, and John Mathai.
• The plan emphasized the importance of a mixed economy with both public and private sectors playing significant roles in the economic development.
• It advocated for substantial government intervention in various aspects of the economy including infrastructure, healthcare, and education.

Additional Information

• Bombay Plan
• The Bombay Plan was drafted by notable Indian industrialists during the British colonial rule, aiming to outline a vision for the country's economic future post-independence.
• The plan proposed a significant role for the state in economic planning and development, including large-scale investments in infrastructure and social sectors.
• It suggested the establishment of a National Planning Commission to oversee the implementation of planned economic policies.
• The plan underscored the importance of achieving self-sufficiency in key industries and reducing dependence on foreign goods and technology.
• Planned Economy
• A planned economy is an economic system in which the government or central authority makes all decisions about the production and distribution of goods and services.
• The objective is to allocate resources efficiently to meet the needs of the population and achieve economic goals such as growth, equity, and stability.
• In a planned economy, the government typically controls key industries, sets prices, and determines the allocation of resources.
• This contrasts with a market economy, where decisions are driven by market forces such as supply and demand.

The correct answer is 1935.

Key Points

• The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) was established on April 1, 1935.
• It was set up based on the recommendations of the Hilton Young Commission.
• The RBI was initially headquartered in Calcutta but was permanently moved to Mumbai in 1937.
• It was originally privately owned but was nationalized in 1949 after India's independence.

Additional Information

• Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
• It is the central bank of India, responsible for regulating the issue and supply of the Indian rupee and managing the country's main payment systems.
• The RBI also plays a key role in the development strategy of the Indian government.
• The bank's main functions include monetary policy regulation, foreign exchange management, financial supervision, and development of the financial infrastructure.
• The RBI also acts as the banker to the government and to all scheduled commercial banks in India.
• Hilton Young Commission
• Also known as the Royal Commission on Indian Currency and Finance, it was established in 1926.
• The commission recommended the creation of a central bank in India to manage the currency and credit system and to ensure monetary stability.
• Its recommendations led to the establishment of the Reserve Bank of India in 1935.
• Nationalization of the Reserve Bank of India
• The RBI was nationalized on January 1, 1949, under the Reserve Bank (Transfer to Public Ownership) Act, 1948.
• This move was aimed at aligning the central bank's operations with the economic policy of the government of India.
• Nationalization meant that the ownership and control of the RBI passed from private shareholders to the government.

The correct answer is England.

Key Points

• England won the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2022 by defeating Pakistan in the final match.
• The final was held on November 13, 2022, at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Australia.
• England successfully chased a target of 138 runs set by Pakistan, winning the match by 5 wickets.
• Sam Curran of England was named the Player of the Tournament for his exceptional performance throughout the series.

Additional Information

• ICC Men's T20 World Cup
• The ICC Men's T20 World Cup is an international championship of Twenty20 International cricket organized by the International Cricket Council (ICC).
• The tournament consists of 16 teams, including the top 10 teams from the ICC T20 rankings and 6 other teams chosen through the T20 World Cup Qualifier.
• The T20 format is known for its fast-paced and exciting nature, with each team playing a single innings of 20 overs.
• The ICC Men's T20 World Cup has been held since 2007, and it is typically played every two years.
• Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)
• The Melbourne Cricket Ground, also known simply as the MCG, is an iconic sports stadium located in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
• It is one of the largest stadiums in the world, with a seating capacity of over 100,000.
• The MCG has a rich history and is known for hosting major sporting events, including cricket matches, Australian rules football, and the Olympic Games.
• The stadium is often referred to as the "G" and is a symbol of Australian sports culture.
• Sam Curran
• Sam Curran is an English cricketer who plays for the England national team and various domestic cricket teams.
• He is an all-rounder, known for his left-arm medium-fast bowling and left-handed batting.
• In the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2022, Curran played a crucial role for England, taking important wickets and contributing valuable runs.
• His outstanding performances earned him the Player of the Tournament award.

The correct answer is Bihar.

Key Points

• Bihar has the highest population density in India as per the 2011 Census.
• The population density of Bihar is 1,106 persons per square kilometer, which is significantly higher than the national average of 382 persons per square kilometer.
• This high population density is attributed to the state's high fertility rate and relatively small geographical area.
• Other states with high population density include West Bengal and Kerala, but they lag behind Bihar.

Additional Information

• Population Density
• Population density is a measurement of population per unit area or unit volume.
• It is often represented as people per square kilometer or people per square mile.
• This metric is used to understand the distribution of population in a specific area and is crucial for urban planning and resource allocation.
• 2011 Census
• The Census of India 2011 was the 15th National census since 1871 and was conducted by the Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India.
• The census provides comprehensive data on the demographic, social, and economic profile of India.
• It includes information on population size, density, distribution, and various other factors such as literacy rates, employment status, and household amenities.
• Factors Affecting Population Density
• Several factors influence population density, including geographical area, fertility rates, mortality rates, migration patterns, and government policies.
• Areas with favorable living conditions, job opportunities, and better infrastructure tend to have higher population densities.
• Conversely, regions with harsh climates, lack of resources, and limited economic opportunities typically have lower population densities.
• Implications of High Population Density
• High population density can lead to various challenges such as overcrowding, strain on infrastructure and resources, and environmental degradation.
• It can also result in increased competition for jobs, housing, and services.
• On the positive side, high population density can foster economic growth, cultural exchange, and innovation due to the concentration of people and activities.

The correct answer is Central Vigilance Commissioner.

Key Points

• Praveen Kumar Srivastava was sworn in as the Central Vigilance Commissioner (CVC) in May 2023.
• The Central Vigilance Commission is an apex Indian governmental body created in 1964 to address governmental corruption.
• The CVC is an autonomous body, free of control from any executive authority, monitoring all vigilance activities under the Central Government.
• The appointment of the CVC is made by the President of India on the recommendation of a committee consisting of the Prime Minister, the Home Minister, and the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha.

Additional Information

• Central Vigilance Commission (CVC)
• The Central Vigilance Commission was established in 1964 based on the recommendations of the Committee on Prevention of Corruption, headed by K. Santhanam.
• The role of the CVC is to monitor all vigilance activities under the Central Government and advise various authorities in central government organizations in planning, executing, reviewing, and reforming their vigilance work.
• The CVC is vested with the power to inquire into offenses alleged to have been committed under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, by certain categories of public servants.
• The CVC has three members: The Central Vigilance Commissioner and two Vigilance Commissioners. They are appointed by the President of India on the recommendation of a committee consisting of the Prime Minister, the Minister of Home Affairs, and the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha.
• Chief Justice of India (CJI)
• The Chief Justice of India is the head of the judiciary of India and the Supreme Court of India.
• The CJI is responsible for the allocation of cases and appointment of constitutional benches, which deal with important matters of law.
• The CJI is appointed by the President of India and serves until the age of 65.
• Vice President of India
• The Vice President of India is the second-highest constitutional office in the country, after the President.
• The Vice President also serves as the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.
• The Vice President is elected by an electoral college consisting of members of both houses of Parliament.
• Attorney-General for India
• The Attorney-General for India is the chief legal advisor to the Government of India and its primary lawyer in the Supreme Court of India.
• The Attorney-General is appointed by the President of India under Article 76(1) of the Constitution and must be a person qualified to be appointed as a Judge of the Supreme Court.
• The Attorney-General has the right of audience in all courts in India as well as the right to participate in the proceedings of the Parliament, though not to vote.

The correct answer is Ajit Pawar.

Key Points

• Ajit Pawar is a prominent politician from Maharashtra and a senior leader of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP).
• He has held several significant positions in the Maharashtra government, including Deputy Chief Minister.
• Ajit Pawar was sworn in as the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra on 2 July 2023.
• He is the second Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra in the current government, serving alongside Devendra Fadnavis.

Additional Information

• Maharashtra Government Structure
• The state government of Maharashtra is headed by the Chief Minister, who is the executive head of the state.
• The Deputy Chief Minister assists the Chief Minister in the administration and often handles important portfolios.
• The Governor of Maharashtra is the ceremonial head of the state, appointed by the President of India.
• Nationalist Congress Party (NCP)
• The NCP was formed on 25 May 1999 by Sharad Pawar, P. A. Sangma, and Tariq Anwar after they were expelled from the Indian National Congress.
• The NCP is a centre-left political party in India, mainly active in Maharashtra.
• The party's symbol is a clock, and its ideology is based on the principles of secularism and democracy.
• Political Career of Ajit Pawar
• Ajit Pawar is the nephew of Sharad Pawar, the founder of the NCP.
• He has served in various capacities in the Maharashtra government, including as Minister of Water Resources and Minister of Finance.
• Ajit Pawar has been elected multiple times to the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly from the Baramati constituency.
• Current Government of Maharashtra (as of October 2023)
• The government is a coalition formed by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP).
• Eknath Shinde is the Chief Minister of Maharashtra, leading the coalition government.
• Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar are serving as the Deputy Chief Ministers in this government.

The correct answer is Sikkim.

Key Points

• Bangladesh shares its borders with five Indian states, namely West Bengal, Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram.
• Sikkim is located in the northeastern part of India and shares its borders with Nepal, Bhutan, and China, but not with Bangladesh.
• The border between Bangladesh and India is approximately 4,096 kilometers long.
• West Bengal has the longest border with Bangladesh among the Indian states.

Additional Information

• Bangladesh-India Border:
• The Bangladesh-India border is the fifth-longest international border in the world.
• It is known as the Radcliffe Line, named after Sir Cyril Radcliffe, who was the chairman of the Boundary Commissions for the partition of India.
• The border is marked by a fence to prevent illegal immigration and smuggling.
• Several rivers flow across the border, including the Ganges and Brahmaputra.
• Sikkim:
• Sikkim is a state in northeastern India, known for its mountainous terrain and biodiversity.
• It became the 22nd state of India in 1975.
• Sikkim is bordered by the Indian state of West Bengal to the south, Bhutan to the east, Tibet to the north and northeast, and Nepal to the west.
• The state capital is Gangtok.
• Meghalaya:
• Meghalaya is a state in northeastern India, known for its heavy rainfall, forests, and biodiversity.
• The state capital is Shillong.
• Meghalaya shares a 443-kilometer border with Bangladesh.
• Mizoram:
• Mizoram is a state in northeastern India, known for its rolling hills and valleys.
• The state capital is Aizawl.
• Mizoram shares a 318-kilometer border with Bangladesh.
• Tripura:
• Tripura is a state in northeastern India, known for its diverse culture and heritage.
• The state capital is Agartala.
• Tripura shares an 856-kilometer border with Bangladesh.

The correct answer is Raja Rammohun Roy.

Key Points

• Raja Rammohun Roy was a prominent social reformer and is known as the father of the Indian Renaissance.
• He founded the Brahmo Samaj in 1828 to fight against social evils like the caste system, child marriage, and Sati.
• The Brahmo Samaj played a significant role in the modernization of Indian society and promoted the values of rationalism, humanism, and monotheism.
• Raja Rammohun Roy was also instrumental in the abolition of Sati, a practice where widows were forced to self-immolate on their husbands' funeral pyres.

Additional Information

• Brahmo Samaj:
• The Brahmo Samaj is a socio-religious reform movement in the Indian subcontinent, founded by Raja Rammohun Roy in 1828.
• It aimed to reform and modernize Hindu society by discarding practices like idol worship and promoting monotheism.
• The Brahmo Samaj emphasized the importance of reason, morality, and the worship of one God.
• It also focused on social reforms such as the abolition of the caste system, women's education, and the fight against child marriage and dowry.
• Raja Rammohun Roy:
• Raja Rammohun Roy (1772-1833) was a prominent Indian social reformer and the founder of the Brahmo Samaj.
• He is often referred to as the "Father of the Indian Renaissance" due to his efforts in bringing about social and educational reforms in India.
• Rammohun Roy was a strong advocate for women's rights and played a key role in the abolition of the practice of Sati.
• He also promoted the idea of Western education and was instrumental in the establishment of the Hindu College in Calcutta (now Kolkata).
• Social Reforms:
• The Brahmo Samaj was at the forefront of various social reforms in India, advocating for the abolition of practices such as Sati, child marriage, and the caste system.
• It promoted women's education and worked towards improving the status of women in society.
• The movement also encouraged the adoption of Western education and scientific thinking among Indians.
• Through its efforts, the Brahmo Samaj aimed to create a more just and equitable society based on the principles of reason, morality, and monotheism.

The correct answer is Both I and II.

Key Points

• The Ninth Five-Year Plan of India aimed at achieving growth with social justice and equality.
• The duration of the Ninth Five-Year Plan was from 1997 to 2002.
• This plan was launched after the economic reforms of the 1990s and was influenced by the economic liberalization policies introduced during that period.
• The plan emphasized the importance of sustainable development and the equitable distribution of resources.

Additional Information

• Five-Year Plans in India
• India's Five-Year Plans were centralized and integrated national economic programs. They were modeled after the Soviet Union's planning system.
• The first such plan was launched in 1951, and the last (12th) plan was from 2012 to 2017.
• These plans aimed at economic growth, modernization, self-reliance, and social justice.
• Ninth Five-Year Plan (1997-2002)
• This plan was launched under the leadership of then Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
• It aimed to achieve a growth rate of 6.5% per annum.
• It focused on agriculture and rural development with a view to generate adequate employment and eradicate poverty.
• The plan also aimed at containing population growth, ensuring food and nutritional security, providing basic minimum services of safe drinking water, primary health care facilities, universal primary education, and shelter to all.
• Special attention was given to the empowerment of women and socially disadvantaged groups such as Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Other Backward Classes (OBC).
• Economic Liberalization
• Economic liberalization in India refers to the economic reforms introduced in 1991.
• These reforms were aimed at opening up the Indian economy to global markets, reducing the control of the state over the economy, and encouraging private enterprise.
• The reforms included measures such as deregulation, reduction of import tariffs, and the removal of subsidies.

The correct answer is Boyle's law.

Key Points

• Boyle's law states that the pressure of a gas is inversely proportional to its volume when the temperature and the number of gas molecules are held constant.
• This law was discovered by Robert Boyle in 1662.
• Mathematically, Boyle's law can be expressed as P×V=kP×V=k , where is the pressure, is the volume, and is a constant.
• Boyle's law is a fundamental principle in the study of gas behavior and is essential in understanding the properties of gases in various conditions.

Additional Information

• Charles's Law
• Charles's law states that the volume of a gas is directly proportional to its temperature in kelvins, provided the pressure and the number of gas molecules remain constant.
• It is expressed mathematically as V∝TV∝T or VT=kVT=k , where is the volume, is the temperature, and is a constant.
• This law was discovered by Jacques Charles in the late 18th century.
• Gay-Lussac's Law
• Gay-Lussac's law states that the pressure of a gas is directly proportional to its temperature in kelvins, provided the volume and the number of gas molecules remain constant.
• It is expressed mathematically as P∝TP∝T or PT=kPT=k , where is the pressure, is the temperature, and is a constant.
• This law was discovered by Joseph Louis Gay-Lussac in the early 19th century.
• Avogadro's Law
• Avogadro's law states that the volume of a gas is directly proportional to the number of gas molecules (or moles) at constant temperature and pressure.
• It is expressed mathematically as V∝nV∝n or Vn=kVn=k , where is the volume, is the number of moles, and is a constant.
• This law was discovered by Amedeo Avogadro in the early 19th century.

The correct answer is Both A and B.

Key Points

• In a modern economy, money supply includes both cash (currency) and bank deposits.
• The money supply is created by a combination of central banks and commercial banks.
• Cash refers to physical money in the form of coins and banknotes.
• Bank deposits are funds held in bank accounts, which can be accessed through various financial instruments.

Additional Information

• Money Supply
• The money supply is the total amount of monetary assets available in an economy at a specific time.
• It includes physical currency, demand deposits, and other liquid assets.
• Central banks control the money supply through monetary policy to ensure economic stability.
• Central Bank
• The central bank is a national institution that manages the currency, money supply, and interest rates.
• Examples include the Federal Reserve in the USA, the European Central Bank in Europe, and the Reserve Bank of India in India.
• Central banks are responsible for regulating the banking industry and ensuring financial stability.
• Commercial Banks
• Commercial banks are financial institutions that provide banking services to individuals and businesses.
• They accept deposits, offer loans, and provide various financial services like savings accounts, checking accounts, and certificates of deposit.
• Commercial banks play a critical role in the money creation process by lending out deposits, which increases the money supply.

The correct answer is Andhra Pradesh.

Key Points

• Kuchipudi is one of the eight major Indian classical dances.
• It originated in a village named Kuchipudi in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh.
• This dance form is known for its fast rhythms and fluid movements, creating a blend of grace and vigor.
• Kuchipudi performances include a combination of dance, acting, and music, often telling stories from Hindu epics and mythology.

Additional Information

• Classical Dance Forms of India:
• Bharatanatyam: Originated in Tamil Nadu, it is known for its fixed upper torso, bent legs, and intricate footwork combined with expressive hand gestures and facial expressions.
• Kathak: Originated in North India, it is characterized by intricate footwork, spins, and expressive gestures and is often performed as a narrative dance form telling stories.Odissi: Originated in Odisha, it is known for its fluidity and sculpturesque poses, often depicting themes of love and devotion.
• Manipuri: Originated in Manipur, it emphasizes grace and softness, often focusing on themes from the life of Lord Krishna.
• Kathakali: Originated in Kerala, it is a highly stylized classical dance-drama known for its elaborate costumes, makeup, and face masks.
• Mohiniyattam: Also from Kerala, it is characterized by graceful, swaying body movements and is primarily a solo dance performed by women.
• Sattriya: Originated in Assam, it is a dance-drama performance art with roots in the Vaishnavism monasteries of Assam.
• Kuchipudi Dance Techniques:
• Tarangam: A unique aspect of Kuchipudi where the dancer performs rhythmic patterns on the rim of a brass plate, often balancing a pot on the head.
• Natya: The dramatic aspect where the dancer enacts a story, often from Hindu epics, with expressive gestures and facial expressions.
• Nritya: The pure dance aspect focusing on intricate footwork and body movements without any narrative.

The correct answer is 943 females per 1000 males.

Key Points

• The sex ratio in India as per the 2011 Census is 943 females per 1000 males.
• This was an improvement from the 2001 Census where the sex ratio was 933 females per 1000 males.
• The sex ratio is an important social indicator to measure the extent of prevailing equity between males and females in a society at a given point in time.
• States like Kerala and Puducherry have the highest sex ratios, whereas Haryana and Punjab have the lowest.

Additional Information

• Population Census
• A population census is a comprehensive collection and recording of information about the members of a given population.
• The Indian Census is the largest single source of a variety of statistical information on different characteristics of the people of India.
• The first complete census in India was conducted in 1881, and since then, it is conducted every 10 years.
• The census provides data on population size, distribution, and various socio-economic characteristics.
• Sex Ratio
• The sex ratio is the ratio of males to females in a population.
• It is expressed as the number of females per 1000 males.
• This demographic indicator helps understand the gender balance within a population.
• Factors affecting the sex ratio include birth rates, death rates, immigration, and public health policies.
• Importance of Sex Ratio
• A balanced sex ratio is crucial for the stable growth and social development of any society.
• An imbalanced sex ratio can lead to social problems such as increased gender-based violence and trafficking.
• It helps in understanding gender disparities and formulating appropriate policies for gender equality.
• 2011 Census Key Findings
• The total population of India was recorded at 1.21 billion.
• The literacy rate was 74.04%, with male literacy at 82.14% and female literacy at 65.46%.
• States like Uttar Pradesh have the highest population, whereas Sikkim has the lowest.
• The population density of India was 382 persons per square kilometer.

The correct answer is Khyal.

Key Points

• Haddu Khan and Hassu Khan were celebrated maestros of the Khyal style of classical Indian music.
• Khyal is characterized by its flexibility and improvisation, allowing the artist to explore and express emotions deeply.
• Haddu Khan and Hassu Khan belonged to the Gwalior Gharana, which is one of the oldest and most prestigious gharanas of Khyal singing.
• Their contributions and mastery significantly influenced and enriched the development and popularity of Khyal music.

Additional Information

• Dhrupad
• Dhrupad is one of the oldest forms of North Indian classical music, known for its spiritual and meditative qualities.
• It is marked by a strict adherence to the raga's structure and a slow, deliberate tempo.
• Famous exponents of Dhrupad include the Dagar brothers and the Gundecha brothers.
• Tappa
• Tappa is a form of North Indian semi-classical music that originated from the folk songs of camel riders in Punjab.
• It is characterized by its intricate and rapid note patterns and distinctive rhythmic structure.
• Renowned Tappa singers include Shori Miyan and Girija Devi.
• Thumri
• Thumri is a genre of semi-classical Indian music known for its romantic and devotional themes.
• It emphasizes expressive and emotive singing, often focusing on the lyrics and their meaning.
• Notable Thumri singers include Begum Akhtar and Shobha Gurtu.
• Khyal
• Khyal is the most popular form of classical music in North India today, known for its improvisational nature.
• It allows for a wide range of creativity and expression, with a focus on vocal agility and emotional depth.
• Khyal performances often include elaborate and intricate improvisations on the raga.
• Famous Khyal singers include Ustad Amir Khan, Pandit Bhimsen Joshi, and Kishori Amonkar.

The correct answer is Ugadi.

Key Points

• Ugadi is celebrated as the Kannada New Year and is one of the most important festivals in Karnataka.
• It is observed on the first day of the Chaitra month in the Hindu lunisolar calendar, which usually falls in March or April.
• Ugadi signifies the beginning of a new era and is a time for people to clean their homes, prepare special dishes, and perform religious rituals to welcome the new year.
• Traditional foods such as "Bevu-Bella" (a mixture of neem and jaggery) are consumed to symbolize the acceptance of both bitter and sweet experiences in life.

Additional Information

• Sri vitappa
• Vitappa is a deity and the festival associated with it, Sri Vitappa fair, is celebrated in the state of Karnataka, but it is not the Kannada New Year.
• This festival is specific to the worship of the deity Vitappa and includes fairs, processions, and various cultural activities.
• Hampi
• Hampi is a historic village in Karnataka, renowned for its ancient temples and ruins of the Vijayanagara Empire.
• While Hampi is a significant cultural and historical site, it is not related to the Kannada New Year celebration.
• Basava Jayanti
• Basava Jayanti is celebrated in honor of Basavanna, a philosopher and statesman who founded the Lingayat sect.
• This festival is important in Karnataka but does not mark the Kannada New Year.

The correct answer is 8000 years ago.

Key Points

• Mehrgarh is one of the earliest known settlements in the Indian subcontinent, dating back to around 8000 years ago.
• It is located in present-day Pakistan, in the Balochistan province.
• The settlement is significant for its early evidence of farming (wheat and barley) and herding (cattle, sheep, and goats).
• Mehrgarh is considered a precursor to the Indus Valley Civilization, showcasing early human advancements in agriculture and settlement patterns.

Additional Information

• Mehrgarh
• Mehrgarh is one of the most important Neolithic (7000 BCE to 2500 BCE) sites in South Asia, showing the development of early farming and pastoral societies.
• Archaeological evidence indicates the early use of pottery, tools, and domestication of animals.
• The site has provided crucial insights into the early stages of human settlement and the transition from nomadic to settled life.
• Excavations at Mehrgarh have revealed a rich cultural sequence, including burial practices, housing structures, and early craft activities.
• Indus Valley Civilization
• The Indus Valley Civilization (IVC) flourished around 3300 BCE to 1300 BCE, with major urban centers like Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro.
• It is known for its advanced urban planning, architecture, and social organization.
• The IVC is significant for its undeciphered script, standardized weights, and measures, and a complex drainage system.
• The civilization's decline around 1900 BCE is still a subject of research, with theories ranging from climate change to invasion.
• Neolithic Revolution
• The Neolithic Revolution, also known as the Agricultural Revolution, marked the transition from hunting and gathering to agriculture and settlement.
• This period saw the domestication of plants and animals, leading to the establishment of permanent settlements.
• The revolution began around 10,000 BCE in various parts of the world, including the Fertile Crescent, China, and the Indian subcontinent.
• It led to significant changes in human societies, including population growth, social stratification, and technological advancements.

The correct answer is Jharkhand.

Key Points

• Abua Awas Yojana 2023 is a housing scheme launched by the state government of Jharkhand.
• The scheme aims to provide affordable housing to the economically weaker sections of the society in Jharkhand.
• It focuses on ensuring that every family in Jharkhand has a permanent and secure home.
• The government of Jharkhand has allocated significant funds to implement this scheme successfully.

Additional Information

• Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY)
• It is a flagship housing scheme of the Government of India launched in 2015.
• The scheme aims to provide affordable housing to the urban poor by the year 2022.
• It has two components: PMAY-U (Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana - Urban) and PMAY-G (Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana - Gramin).
• The scheme intends to build 20 million affordable houses by 31 March 2022.
• Rajiv Awas Yojana (RAY)
• This was an Indian government scheme aimed at promoting a slum-free India.
• It was launched in 2011 with a focus on providing housing and basic amenities to slum dwellers.
• The scheme also aimed to prevent the growth of slums in the future.
• Indira Awas Yojana (IAY)
• This was a social welfare program launched by the Government of India to provide housing for the rural poor in India.
• It was initiated in 1985 by the then Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi.
• The scheme was renamed as Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana - Gramin (PMAY-G) in 2016.
• It aims to provide "Housing for All" by 2022.

Given:

A person loses 30 percent on selling 54 chairs for Rs. 70.

Formula Used:

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

Selling Price (SP) for 15% profit = CP × (1 + Profit%)

Calculation:

Selling Price (SP) for 54 chairs = Rs. 70

Loss% = 30%

Cost Price (CP) for 54 chairs:

⇒ CP = SP / (1 - Loss%)

⇒ CP = 70 / (1 - 0.30)

⇒ CP = 70 / 0.70

⇒ CP = 100

Profit% = 15%

Selling Price (SP) for 15% profit:

⇒ SP = CP × (1 + Profit%)

⇒ SP = 100 × (1 + 0.15)

⇒ SP = 100 × 1.15

⇒ SP = 115

The selling price of 54 chairs to earn a profit of 15 percent is Rs. 115.

Given:

15 percent of 110

50 percent of 125

Formula Used:

Percentage Value = (Percentage × Total) / 100

Calculation:

15 percent of 110 = (15 × 110) / 100

⇒ 15 percent of 110 = 1650 / 100

⇒ 15 percent of 110 = 16.5

50 percent of 125 = (50 × 125) / 100

⇒ 50 percent of 125 = 6250 / 100

⇒ 50 percent of 125 = 62.5

Sum of the values = 16.5 + 62.5

⇒ Sum of the values = 79

The value of 15 percent of 110 + 50 percent of 125 is 79.

Given:

Selling price of a chair = Rs. 7790.

Loss percentage = 18%

Formula Used:

Cost Price = Selling Price / (1 - Loss Percentage/100)

Calculation:

Loss Percentage = 18%

1 - Loss Percentage/100 = 1 - 18/100 = 1 - 0.18 = 0.82

Cost Price = 7790 / 0.82

⇒ Cost Price = 7790 / 0.82

⇒ Cost Price = 9500

The cost price of the chair is Rs. 9500.

Given:

Marked price of an article = Rs. 3000.

Selling price of the article = Rs. 2400.

Formula Used:

Discount Percentage = ((Marked Price - Selling Price))/(Marked Price) × 100

Calculation:

Marked Price (MP) = 3000

Selling Price (SP) = 2400

Discount = MP - SP

⇒ Discount = 3000 - 2400

⇒ Discount = 600

Discount Percentage = (600)/(3000) × 100

⇒ Discount Percentage = (1)/(5) × 100

⇒ Discount Percentage = 20%

The discount percentage is 20%.

Given:

27 men take 15 days to mow 225 hectares.

Number of men = 33

Area = 165 hectares

Formula used:

Work = Men × Days

Men × Days (1) ÷ Area (1) = Men × Days (2) ÷ Area (2)

Calculations:

(27 × 15) ÷ 225 = (33 × Days) ÷ 165

⇒ (405) ÷ 225 = (33 × Days) ÷ 165

⇒ 1.8 = (33 × Days) ÷ 165

⇒ Days = (1.8 × 165) ÷ 33

⇒ Days = 297 ÷ 33

⇒ Days = 9

∴ 33 men will take 9 days to mow 165 hectares.

Given:

Initial value of the car = Rs. 500000

Depreciation rate per year = 10%

Formula Used:

Value after n years = Initial value × (1 - Depreciation rate)ⁿ

Calculation:

Depreciation rate = 10% = 0.10

Value after 3 years = Initial value × (1 - 0.10)³

⇒ Value after 3 years = 500000 × 0.90³

⇒ Value after 3 years = 500000 × 0.729

⇒ Value after 3 years = 364500

The value of the car after 3 years is Rs. 364500.

Given:

The average of 56 numbers = 72

Formula Used:

New Average = (Sum of all numbers + B × Number of elements) / Total Number of elements

Calculation:

Sum of 56 numbers = 72 × 56 = 4032

New average after adding 'B' to each number = 144

Sum of new numbers = 144 × 56 = 8064

Increase in sum due to 'B' = 8064 - 4032

Increase in sum = 4032

Since 'B' is added to each of the 56 numbers:

56B = 4032

⇒ B = 4032 / 56

⇒ B = 72

The value of B is 72.

Given:

Selling price after two successive discounts = Rs. 2240

First discount = 30%

Second discount = 50%

Formula Used:

Selling Price = Marked Price × (1 - First Discount) × (1 - Second Discount)

Calculation:

Let the marked price be M.

First discount factor = (1 - 30/100) = 0.70

Second discount factor = (1 - 50/100) = 0.50

Selling Price = Marked Price × 0.70 × 0.50

⇒ 2240 = M × 0.70 × 0.50

⇒ 2240 = M × 0.35

⇒ M = 2240 / 0.35

⇒ M = 6400

The marked price of the article is Rs. 6400.

Given:

Numbers: 1625, 1885, 6275, 5675

Formula Used:

A number is divisible by 25 if the last two digits of the number are either 00, 25, 50, or 75.

Calculation:

Checking the last two digits of each number:

1625: Last two digits are 25 (divisible by 25)

1885: Last two digits are 85 (not divisible by 25)

6275: Last two digits are 75 (divisible by 25)

5675: Last two digits are 75 (divisible by 25)

The number which is not divisible by 25 is 1885.

Given:

Y completes 3/5 of the work in 60 days.

We need to find the time Y takes to complete 1/10 of the same work.

Formula used:

Time to complete a fraction of work = (Time for given fraction × Required fraction) ÷ Given fraction

Calculations:

Time = (60 × 1/10) ÷ (3/5)

⇒ Time = (60 ÷ 10) ÷ (3 ÷ 5)

⇒ Time = 6 ÷ (3/5)

⇒ Time = 6 × (5/3)

⇒ Time = 10 days

∴ Y will take 10 days to complete 1/10 of the work.

Given:

G : H : J = 5 : 3 : 2

J : K = 2 : 5

Formula Used:

To find the combined ratio of G : K, we need to express both ratios in terms of a common variable.

Calculation:

Let G = 5x, H = 3x, and J = 2x.

From J : K = 2 : 5, we have J = 2y and K = 5y.

Since J = 2x = 2y, we get x = y.

Thus, G = 5x and K = 5y = 5x.

Therefore, G : K is:

⇒ G : K = 5x : 5x

⇒ G : K = 1 : 1

The value of G : K is 1 : 1.

Given:

Average of the first number and the second number is 20 more than the average of the second number and third number.

Formula Used:

Let the first number be a, the second number be b, and the third number be c.

According to the question, $\frac{a + b}{2} = \frac{b + c}{2} + 20$

Calculation:

Start with the given equation:

$\frac{a + b}{2} = \frac{b + c}{2} + 20$

Multiply both sides by 2 to eliminate the denominators:

⇒ a + b = b + c + 40

Subtract b from both sides:

⇒ a = c + 40

Therefore, the difference between the first and the third number is:

⇒ a - c = 40

The correct answer is 40.

Shortcut Trick

Test the options to satisfy the condition: (Distance ÷ Reduced Speed) − (Distance ÷ Usual Speed) = Time Difference

Given Distance = 960 km and Time Difference = 4 hr. Let Usual Speed = 120 km/hr.

Reduced Speed = 120 − 40 = 80 km/hr.

Check: (960 ÷ 80) − (960 ÷ 120) = 12 − 8 = 4 hr.

The condition is satisfied for 120 km/hr.

∴ The correct answer is 120 km/hr.

Alternate Method

Given:

Total Distance (D) = 960 km

Time Difference (Δt) = 4 hr (early departure adjustment)

Speed Decrease (Δv) = 40 km/hr

Formula Used:

Distance = [v × (v − Δv) ÷ Δv] × Δt, where v is the usual speed.

Calculations:

⇒ 960 = [v × (v − 40) ÷ 40] × 4

⇒ 960 = [v × (v − 40)] ÷ 10

⇒ 9600 = v² − 40v

⇒ v² − 40v − 9600 = 0

⇒ v² − 120v + 80v − 9600 = 0

⇒ v(v − 120) + 80(v − 120) = 0

⇒ (v − 120)(v + 80) = 0

⇒ v = 120 or v = −80

Since speed cannot be negative, v = 120 km/hr.

∴ The correct answer is 120 km/hr.

Additional Information

Distance, Speed, and Time Relation

The fundamental relation is Distance = Speed × Time. When distance is constant, speed and time are inversely proportional (s₁ × t₁ = s₂ × t₂).

Time Difference Formula

If a body changes its speed from v₁ to v₂ and the difference in time taken to cover distance D is Δt, then D = [v₁ × v₂ ÷ |v₁ − v₂|] × Δt.

Average Speed

For a journey where two equal distances are covered at speeds 'x' and 'y', the average speed is given by 2xy ÷ (x + y).

Given: 

$\frac{46}{7}$ of $\frac{21}{2}-\frac{92}{14} \div \frac{23}{56}$

Formula :

According to the BODMAS

Calculation:

⇒ (46/7 × 21/2) - (92/14 × 56/23)

⇒ (23 × 3) - (4 × 4)

⇒ 69 - 16

⇒  53.

∴ The correct answer is 53.

Given:

 1.5 × 0.6 + 2.4 × 0.5 + 7.5 × 0.4 

Formula Used:

Sum of products

Calculation:

1.5 × 0.6 + 2.4 × 0.5 + 7.5 × 0.4

⇒ 0.9 + 1.2 + 3.0

⇒ 5.1

The value is 5.1

Given:

A sum of money doubles itself in 11 years 6 months at simple interest.

Formula Used:

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

Since the sum doubles, SI = Principal

So, Principal = (Principal × Rate × Time) / 100

Calculation:

Time = 11 years 6 months = 11.5 years

Let the Principal be P.

SI = P

P = (P × Rate × 11.5) / 100

⇒ 1 = (Rate × 11.5) / 100

⇒ Rate = 100 / 11.5

⇒ Rate = 8.69%

The annual rate of interest is 8.69%.

Given:

Length of rectangle increases by 11.11%

Formula used:

Area = Length × Breadth

Calculations:

Let the initial length be L and initial breadth be B.

New length = L × (1 + 11.11/100) = L × 1.1111

To keep the area constant, New Area = Old Area

⇒ L × B = (L × 1.1111) × (B - x%)

⇒ B = (1.1111 × (B - x%))

⇒ 1 = 1.1111 - (x% × 1.1111)

⇒ x% = 1 - 1/1.1111

⇒ x% = 0.1111

⇒ x% = 10%

∴ The breadth should be reduced by 10% to keep the area the same.

Given:

Expression: 100 - 40 ÷ 5 × 2 + 2

Formula Used:

BODMAS

Calculation:

100 - 40 ÷ 5 × 2 + 2 = ?

⇒ 100 - 40/5 × 2 + 2 = ?

⇒ 100 - 8 × 2 + 2 = ?

⇒ 100 - 16 + 2 = ?

⇒ 100 + 2 - 16 = ?

⇒  102 - 16 = ?

⇒ ? = 86

∴ The correct answer is 86.

Given:

60% of a quantity is 120.

Formula Used:

Let the quantity be x.

60% of x = 120

Calculation:

60% of x = 120

⇒ (60/100) × x = 120

⇒ (60x/100) = 120

⇒ 60x = 120 × 100

⇒ 60x = 12000

⇒ x = 12000 / 60

⇒ x = 200

The quantity is 200.

Given:

Ratio A = 8 : 9

Ratio B = 2 : 5

Ratio C = 7 : 11

Formula Used:

To compare ratios, convert them to fractions and compare their decimal values.

Calculation:

Ratio A: 8 / 9

Ratio B: 2 / 5

Ratio C: 7 / 11

Converting to decimals:

Ratio A: 8 / 9 = 0.888

Ratio B: 2 / 5 = 0.4

Ratio C: 7 / 11 ≈ 0.636

Comparing the decimal values:

0.888 > 0.636 > 0.4

The smallest ratio is 2 : 5.

The correct answer is: Option 1.

Key Points

• The word "excursions" means a short journey or trip, especially one taken for pleasure or leisure. (यात्रा)
• Example: The family went on multiple excursions during their summer vacation.
• "Tribal" refers to something related to a tribe, which is a social group existing before the development of, or outside of, states. (जनजातीय)
• Example: They studied the customs of various tribal communities in the region.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 1.

Additional Information

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

• Option 2: "Tribel" (जनजातीय) is a misspelling of "tribal".
• Example: Incorrect: He studied the tribel customs of the area.
  

Correct: He studied the tribal customs of the area.

• Option 3: "Excrusions" (यात्रा) is a misspelling of "excursions".
• Example: Incorrect: They went on several excrusions last summer.
  

Correct: They went on several excursions last summer.

• Option 4: "Habetats" (आवास) is a misspelling of "habitats".
• Example: Incorrect: The animals live in various habetats.
  

Correct: The animals live in various habitats.

The correct answer is Option 4.

 

Key Points

• The word "waste" appropriately fits the context of the sentence, which suggests not to spend energy on random things.
• "Waste" means to use or expend carelessly, which aligns with the idea of focusing energy rather than dispersing it.
• The other options ("kick", "hold", "haste") do not fit the context as well as "waste" does.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

 

Correct Sentence: "Don't waste your energy on random things, and try to focus."

 

Additional Information

• Option 1: "kick" – This word does not fit the context of conserving energy.
• Option 2: "hold" – This word also does not fit the context as it suggests retaining rather than expending energy.
• Option 3: "haste" – This word means to hurry, which does not fit the context of wasting energy.

The correct answer is: Option 4.

Key Points

• The word "Circumstance" means a fact or condition connected with or relevant to an event or action. (परिस्थिति)
• Example: Due to unforeseen circumstances, the meeting has been postponed.
• "Accident" refers to an unfortunate incident that happens unexpectedly and unintentionally, typically resulting in damage or injury. (दुर्घटना)
• Example: She broke her leg in a skiing accident.

Hence, we can infer that a synonym for 'Circumstance' is 'Accident'.

Additional Information

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

• Superficial (सतही): Existing or occurring at or on the surface.
• Example: The injury was only superficial and didn't require any stitches.
• Plan (योजना): A detailed proposal for doing or achieving something.
• Example: We need a solid plan to overcome these challenges.
• Whole (पूरा): All of; entire.
• Example: She spent the whole day cleaning the house.

The correct answer is Option 3.

 

Key Points

• The primary issue in the sentence is the use of the term "the well college."
• The correct term should be "the college" without the word "well" or "a well-known college" if intending to describe the college.
• Thus, the error is located in part 3 of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

 

Correct Sentence: "I want you to enroll in the college."

 

Additional Information

• Option 1: "to enroll in" – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• Option 2: "I want you" – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• Option 4: "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 2.

 

Key Points

• The error in the sentence is the incorrect use of the phrase "run contrary to."
• The standard expressions are "run counter to" or "go contrary to."
• Therefore, "run contrary to" is not grammatically correct.
• Thus, the error is located in part 2 of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is 2.

 

Correct Sentence: "Since you are so kind, I would not go contrary to your opinions."

 

Additional Information

• 1: "Since you are so kind," – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• 3: "your opinions." – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.

The correct answer is: Option 3.

Key Points

• The word "PUBLICLY" means something that is done, said, or made known to people in general; in an open or public manner. (सार्वजनिक रूप से)
• Example: The company publicly announced its new policy on employee benefits.

Therefore, the correct answer is: PUBLICLY.

Additional Information

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

• RECCOMMEND (सिफारिश करना): Incorrect spelling of "recommend".
• Example: I recommend this restaurant for its excellent food and service.
• SIEZE (पकड़ना): Incorrect spelling of "seize".
• Example: The police were able to seize the contraband during the raid.
• SECRETERY (सचिव): Incorrect spelling of "secretary".
• Example: The secretary is responsible for managing the office schedule and correspondence.

The correct answer is Option 3.

 

Key Points

• The primary issue in the sentence is the incorrect use of the verb "knew" after "didn't".
• In negative sentences with "didn't", the base form of the verb should be used.
• The correct phrase should be "I didn't know", 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: "I didn't know that she was coming to your house."

 

Additional Information

• 1: "coming to your house." – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• 2: "that she was" – 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 1.

Key Points

• The idiom "to turn one's coat" means to change one's loyalty or opinion to an opposite one. (अपनी वफादारी या राय बदलना)
• Example: He turned his coat when he realized his old political party had no chance of winning the election.
• "A person who changes from one opinion to an opposite one" accurately reflects the meaning of "to turn one's coat". (एक व्यक्ति जो एक राय से विपरीत राय में बदल जाता है)
• Example: During the debate, she turned her coat and supported the policies she had once opposed.
• Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 1.

Additional Information

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

• To leave without informing (बिना बताए छोड़ देना): This phrase means to depart from a place without giving notice.
• Example: He left without informing anyone, causing much confusion.
• To sell old clothes (पुराने कपड़े बेचना): This phrase refers to the act of selling one's used garments.
• Example: She decided to sell old clothes to make some extra money.
• To lose one's humanity (अपनी मानवता खो देना): This phrase means to behave in an exceptionally cruel or inhuman manner.
• Example: Amidst the chaos of war, many soldiers seemed to lose their humanity.

The correct answer is: Option 4.

Key Points

• The idiom "Go down like a lead balloon" means to be received badly by an audience. (दर्शकों द्वारा बुरी तरह से स्वीकार किया जाना)
• Example: His joke during the presentation went down like a lead balloon.
• To be received badly by an audience refers to a situation where something, such as a performance or a joke, fails to impress or entertain the audience. (दर्शकों द्वारा बुरी तरह से स्वीकार किया जाना)
• Example: The new product launch went down like a lead balloon with the customers.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 4.

Additional Information

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

• Put yourself in a tough position in order to support someone / something (किसी का / किसी चीज़ का समर्थन करने के लिए अपने आप को कठिन स्थिति में डालना):
• Example: He put himself in a tough position to support his friend during the crisis.
• Surrender (आत्मसमर्पण करना):
• Example: The soldiers had to surrender after running out of ammunition.
• To gamble everything you have (जो कुछ भी आपके पास है, उस पर जुआ खेलना):
• Example: He decided to gamble everything he had on that risky investment.

The correct answer is Option 2.

 

Key Points

• The primary issue in the sentence is the incorrect use of the verb "knows" instead of "know."
• The subject "they" requires the base form of the verb, which is "know".
• The correct phrase should be "I don't think they know what they're doing," ensuring grammatical correctness and clarity.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

 

Correct Sentence: "I don't think they know what they're doing."

 

Additional Information

• Option 1: "had knew what" – This is incorrect because "had" should be followed by the past participle "known," not "knew."
• Option 3: "No improvement" – This is incorrect because the original sentence contains an error.
• Option 4: "known what" – This is incorrect because "known" is the past participle and does not fit the context of the sentence.

The correct answer is Option 1.

 

Key Points

• The conjunction "otherwise" is used to show what the result will be if a particular action is not taken or a condition is not met.
• In this context, "otherwise" is the most appropriate word to indicate that if you do not leave now, you will be late.
• The other options do not fit logically or grammatically into the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 1.

 

Correct Sentence: "Leave now; otherwise you'll be late."

 

Additional Information

• Until: This word is used to indicate the time up to the point that something happens. It does not fit the context here.
• If: This word introduces a conditional clause. It does not fit the structure of the sentence.
• Unless: This word means except if. It also does not fit the context and sentence structure here.

The correct answer is: Option 3.

Key Points

• The word "shirked" means to avoid or neglect a duty or responsibility. (टालना)
• Example: He always shirked his responsibilities at work, which caused problems for his team.
• "Ease" refers to the absence of difficulty or effort; a state of comfort and freedom from pain or hardship. (सुविधा)
• Example: She completed the task with great ease, impressing everyone with her efficiency.

Hence, we can infer that the opposite of 'shirked' is 'ease'.

Additional Information

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

• Hate (नफरत): To feel intense or passionate dislike for someone or something.
• Example: She has a deep-seated hate for dishonesty.
• Indolence (आलस्य ): Avoidance of activity or exertion; laziness.
• Example: His indolence is the reason why he never finishes any project on time.
• Fury (क्रोध): Wild or violent anger.
• Example: The fury of the storm was terrifying to witness.

The correct answer is Option 3.

 

Key Points

• The phrase "by mistake" is a common idiom used to indicate that something was done unintentionally.
• The use of "by" in this context is correct and idiomatic.
• The other options (on, with, at) do not fit well in this context and would render the sentence incorrect.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

 

Correct Sentence: "I called your name wrong by mistake."

 

Additional Information

• On mistake – This is not a common or correct phrase in English.
• With mistake – This phrase is not idiomatic and is rarely, if ever, used.
• At mistake – This phrase is incorrect in this context as it does not convey the intended meaning.

The correct answer is Option 1.

 

Key Points

• The word "through" is used to indicate movement from one side or end to another.
• In this context, it correctly describes the sensation of fear moving within the person.
• Other options such as "above", "about", and "to" do not fit the context of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 1.

 

Correct Sentence: "A shiver of fear ran through me when the lights went out."

 

Additional Information

• Option 2: "above" is used to indicate a higher position and does not fit the context of the sentence.
• Option 3: "about" can mean concerning or around, which does not suit the context here.
• Option 4: "to" indicates direction or destination and is not appropriate in this context.

The correct answer is: Option 3.

Key Points

• The word "seasonable" means something that is appropriate or suitable to the season or circumstances; timely. (समय पर)
• Example: We enjoyed a seasonable amount of rainfall this year, which was perfect for the crops.
• "Inappropriate" refers to something that is not suitable or proper in the circumstances. (अनुचित)
• Example: Wearing a swimsuit to a formal event is considered inappropriate.

Hence, we can infer that the opposite of 'seasonable' is 'inappropriate'.

Additional Information

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

• Timeous (समय पर): Occurring at a favorable or useful time; timely.
• Example: The timeous intervention by the fire brigade prevented the fire from spreading further.
• Towardly (उपयुक्त ): Archaic term meaning promising or favorable.
• Example: The young apprentice showed a towardly attitude towards learning the trade.
• Kind (दयालु): Having or showing a friendly, generous, and considerate nature.
• Example: She is always kind to everyone, offering help whenever needed.

The correct answer is Option 3.

Key Points

• The word "offers" means to present or proffer something for someone to accept or reject as desired. (प्रस्तावित करना)
• The phrase "the history of psychology (1) offers the opportunity" makes logical sense as it suggests that history provides a chance to learn or understand something.
• The other options: "pieces," "makes," and "talks" do not fit the context as appropriately.

Complete Sentence: Psychology is an exciting field and the history of psychology offers the opportunity to make sense of how it has grown and developed.

Additional Information

• Pieces (टुकड़े): means parts of a thing, not suitable for the context here as it doesn't align with "the history of psychology"
• Makes (बनाना): means to create or form, less natural in this context
• Talks (बातें करना): means to speak, not fitting in the given sentence structure

The correct answer is Option 3.

 

Key Points

• The word "developed" means to grow or cause to grow and become more mature, advanced, or elaborate. (विकसित)
• The phrase "how it has grown and developed" is logical and suggests a process of growth and further advancement over time.
• The other options: "solved," "juggled," and "erupted" do not fit the context or convey the intended meaning.

Complete Sentence: Psychology is an exciting field and the history of psychology offers the opportunity to make sense of how it has grown and developed.

Additional Information

• Solved (हल किया): means finding an answer to a problem, not suitable in context.
• Juggled (जुगलिंग करना): means continuously toss in the air and catch (a number of objects), not fitting in this context.
• Erupted (फूटना): means to explode, also not suitable for the context.

The correct answer is Option 1.

 

Key Points

• The word "defines" means to describe the nature or essential qualities of something. (परिभाषित करता है)
• The phrase "the important intersection of time and place that defines who we are" makes logical sense as it suggests that these factors shape or determine our identity.
• The other options: "mends," "conceals," and "transports" do not fit the context or convey the intended meaning.

Complete Sentence: The history of psychology tells us about the important intersection of time and place that defines who we are.

Additional Information

• Mends (मरम्मत करना): means to repair or fix, not suitable in context.
• Conceals (छिपाना): means to hide or keep something secret, also not suitable for the context.
• Transports (लाना): means to move or carry from one place to another, also not fitting in the given sentence structure.

The correct answer is Option 3.

 

Key Points

• The word "series" means a number of things, events, or people of a similar kind that follow one after the other. (श्रृंखला)
• The phrase "the conversation usually begins with a series of questions" makes logical sense as it implies a succession of questions typically asked to get to know someone.
• The other options: "pairs," "classes," and "parts" do not fit the context as appropriately. They do not convey the idea of a sequence or succession of questions.

Complete Sentence: Consider what happens when you meet someone for the first time. The conversation usually begins with a series of questions such as, "Where did you grow up?" "How long have you lived here?" "Where did you go to school?"

Additional Information

• Pairs (जोड़े): means two things that are together, not suitable in the context of asking questions.
• Classes (प्रकार): means categories or groups, not fitting in this context.
• Parts (भाग): means pieces or segments of a whole, also not fitting the context of sequential questioning.

The correct answer is Option 3.

 

Key Points

• The word "who" is used to introduce a clause giving further information about a person or people previously mentioned. (कौन)
• The phrase "defining who we are" correctly refers to people and makes logical sense, as it talks about personal identity.
• The other options: "whom," "that," and "which" do not fit the context as appropriately. "Whom" is used as the object of a verb or preposition, "that" is generally used to refer to things not people, and "which" is used for things or animals in a non-restrictive clause.

Complete Sentence: The importance of history in defining who we are cannot be overstated.

Additional Information

• Whom (किसे): Used as the object of a verb or preposition, not suitable for the subject of the clause here.
• That (वह): Used to introduce a clause defining a person or thing previously mentioned, more commonly for things.
• Which (जो): Used for non-restrictive clauses, not appropriate for referring to people in this context.

विकास की आवाज़ में बहुत मिठास है।

Key Points

• भाववाचक संज्ञा - जिस संज्ञा शब्द से पदार्थों की अवस्था, गुण-दोष, धर्म आदि का बोध हो, उसे भाववाचक संज्ञा कहते हैं।
• जैसे - मिठास, खटास, धर्म, थकावट, भूख, मानवता, मुस्कुराहट, नीचता, आदि।
• अन्य विकल्प -

Additional Information

• संज्ञा- किसी व्यक्ति, वस्तु, स्थान, जाति या भाव आदि के नाम को ही संज्ञा कहा जाता है।
• उदाहरण - पशु (जाति), सुन्दरता (गुण), दुःख (भाव), मोहन (व्यक्ति), दिल्ली (स्थान)।
• संज्ञा के भेद -

1. व्यक्तिवाचक संज्ञा
2. जातिवाचक संज्ञा
3. समूहवाचक संज्ञा
4. द्रव्यवाचक संज्ञा
5. भाववाचक संज्ञा

दाम लगाना मुहावरे का सही अर्थ है - मूल्य आँकना।

Key Points

• मुहावरा - ऐसे वाक्यांश, जो सामान्य अर्थ का बोध न कराकर किसी विलक्षण अर्थ को प्रकट करते है, उसे मुहावरा कहते है।
• उदा���रण के लिए - पगड़ी रखना- इज्जत बचाना। वाक्य प्रयोग - हल्दी घाटी में झाला सरदार ने राजपूतों की "पगड़ी रख ली"।
• अन्य विकल्प असंगत है।​

Additional Informationमुहावरे के अन्य उदाहरण -

मेरे (अग्रज) अनुज बहुत ही जानकार व्यक्ति हैं।

Key Points

• अग्रज का अर्थ होता है - बड़ा भाई।
• अनुज का अर्थ होता है - छोटा भाई।
• विलोम - जो शब्द किसी एक शब्द के विपरीत अर्थ को व्यक्त करते हैं, वे विलोम शब्द कहलाते हैं।
• अन्य विकल्प -

Additional Informationकुछ अन्य महत्वपूर्ण विलोम शब्द -

अनाथ का पर्यायवाची है - नाथहीन।

Key Points

• अनाथ का अर्थ होता है - जिसका कोई नाथ (माता - पिता) न हो।
• पर्यायवाची - जो शब्द समान अर्थ के कारण किसी दूसरे शब्द की जगह ले लेते हैं, उन्हें पर्यायवाची शब्द कहते हैं।
• अन्य विकल्प -

Additional Informationकुछ महत्वपूर्ण पर्यायवाची शब्द  -

समुद्र में लगने वाली आग - बड़वाग्नि होती है।

Key Points

• वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द- जब किसी वाक्य को कम से कम शब्दों में प्रकट किया जाता है,
• और वह शब्द वाक्यांश के अर्थ को पूरी तरह सिद्ध करता हो तो उसे वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द कहते हैं।
• अन्य विकल्प -

Additional Informationवाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द के अन्य उदाहरण-

नेकी और पूछ-पूछ मुहावरे का अर्थ - भलाई करने में क्या पूछना।

Key Points

• मुहावरा - ऐसे वाक्यांश, जो सामान्य अर्थ का बोध न कराकर किसी विलक्षण अर्थ को प्रकट करते है, उसे मुहावरा कहते है।
• उदाहरण के लिए -पौ बारह होना' का अर्थ - खूब लाभ होना।
• वाक्य प्रयोग - रामलाल को वनरक्षक की नौकरी क्या मिली, जंगल की संपत्ति बेचकर उसके तो "पौ बारह हो गए"।
• अन्य विकल्प असंगत है।

Additional Informationमुहावरों के अन्य उदाहरण -

सही उत्तर - कोई त्रुटि नहीं है।

Key Points

• वाक्य में कोई त्रुटि नहीं है।
• पर्यावरण के प्रति लोगों को उसका महत्व समझाने / और जागरूकता लाने के लिए हर साल 5 जून का दिन / 'विश्व पर्यावरण दिवस के रूप में मनाया जाता है, वाक्य शुद्ध है।

Additional Informationवाक्य अशुद्ध- शुद्ध के कुछ उदाहरण-

पत्थर को गढ़ने वाला औज़ार - छेनी।

Key Points

• 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 Informationकुछ महत्वपूर्ण वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द -

आज बहुत दिनों बाद बाहर (अर्द्ध) आधा चाँद दिखाई दे रहा है।

Key Points 

• तत्सम - जिन शब्दों को संस्कृत से बिना किसी परिवर्तन के ले लिया जाता है, उन्हें तत्सम शब्द कहते हैं। 
• जैसे- मार्ग, अक्षि, काक आदि।
• तद्भव - जिन शब्दों में समय और परिस्थितियों के कारण कुछ परिवर्तन होने से जो शब्द बने हैं, उन्हें तद्भव कहते हैं। 
• जैसे- पग, आँख, कौआ आदि।​
• अन्य विकल्प -

Additional Informationकुछ महत्वपूर्ण ​तत्सम और तद्भव शब्द -

नीति के ऊपर, भाग में त्रुटि है।

Key Points

• अशुद्ध वाक्य - आज नई शिक्षा नीति के ऊपर चर्चा होगी और फैसला लिया जाएगा।
• शद्ध वाक्य - आज नई शिक्षा नीति पर चर्चा होगी और फैसला लिया जाएगा।
• वाक्य में कारक और अतिरिक्त शब्द त्रुटि थी।

Additional Informationवाक्यों में निम्नलिखित अशुद्धियाँ  होती है - 

• संज्ञा संबंधित वाक्य शुद्धि
• अशुद्ध - मैं रविवार के दिन तुम्हारे घर आऊँगा।
• शुद्ध - मैं रविवार को तुम्हारे घर आऊँगा।
• लिंग संबंधित अशुद्धियाँ
• अशुद्ध - सविता ने जोर से हँस दिया।
• शुद्ध - सविता जोर से हँस दी।
• वचन संबंधित अशुद्धियाँ
• अशुद्ध -मेरे आँसू से रूमाल भींग गया।
• शुद्ध - मेरे आँसुओं से रूमाल भींग गया।
• कारक संबंधित अशुद्धियाँ
• अशुद्ध - सब से नमस्ते।
• शुद्ध - सब को नमस्ते।
• सर्वनाम संबंधित अशुद्धियाँ
• अशुद्ध - आप आपका काम करो।
• शुद्ध - आप अपना काम करो।
• अनुपयुक्त संज्ञा पदों का प्रयोग
• अशुद्ध - दंगे में गोलियों की बाढ़ आ गई।
• शुद्ध - दंगे में गोलियों की बौछार आ गई।
• विशेषण संबंधित अशुद्धियाँ
• अशुद्ध - मुझे बड़ी भूख लगी है।
• शुद्ध - मुझे बहुत भूख लगी है।
• क्रिया संबंधित अशुद्धियाँ
• अशुद्ध - मैं दर्शन देने आया था।
• शुद्ध - मैं दर्शन करने आया था।
• अव्यय संबंधित अशुद्धियाँ
• अशुद्ध - एकमात्र दो उपाय है।
• शुद्ध - केवल दो उपाय है।