SSC GD Constable (2024) Official Paper (Held On: 28 Feb, 2024 Shift 3) (Previous Year Paper)

For find the opposite surface of '5', we need to compare the common surface in the given dices,

Now, number '5' is given in Dice 1 and Dice 3, 

So, From Dice 1 and Dice 3,

When we move in clockwise direction starting from m we get;

→ 5 is the common surface and 1, 6, 3, 2 is the adjacent surface.

Opposites sides:

1 →  3

5 →  4

6 → 2 

So, the '2' will be the opposite face of '6'.

Hence, the correct answer is "2".

Family Chart:

Given: A is the brother of B. B is the sister of C. C is the mother of D. D is the wife of E. E is the father of F. F is the brother of G.

So, C is 'Wife's mother' of E.

Hence, the correct answer is "Wife's mother".

Given: Five persons Anuj, Bheem, Chetan, Dheer and Imran.

1. Only one person is sitting between Chetan and Dheer.
2. Bheem is sitting second to the left of Dheer.
3. Anuj is sitting to the immediate right of Bheem.

So, Bheem is sitting to the immediate left of Anuj.

Hence, the correct answer is "Bheem".

The logic followed here is: Monument to state association.

Each pair links a famous monument to the state where It is located.

Hawa Mahal is in Rajasthan.

Charminar is in Telangana.

Similarly,

The Statue of Unity is in Gujarat.

Hence, the correct answer is "GUJARAT".

Given: Eight friends A, B, C, D, E, F, G and H.

1. F sits at one of the extreme ends of the line.
2. Only three people sit between B and E.
3. C sits third to the left of D.
4. Only two people sit between D and A.
5. G is not an immediate neighbour of E.
6. B sits second to right of F.

So, D is sitting on the immediate left of H.

Hence, the correct answer is "D".

Given : × and ÷

I. 16 × 4 - 8 ÷ 2 + 20

After interchanging the given two signs we get:

⇒ 16 ÷ 4 - 8 × 2 + 20

⇒ 4 - 8 × 2 + 20

⇒ 4 - 16 + 20 = 8

II. 35 ÷ 7 × 5 + 15 - 18

After interchanging the given two signs we get:

⇒ 35 × 7 ÷ 5 + 15 - 18

⇒ 49 + 15 - 18

⇒ 64 - 18 = 46

Hence, the correct answer is "8, and 46".

The logic followed here is:

SUNSET is coded as 'TTOTDU'

MOONRISE is coded as 'NNNOSHTD',

Similarly, STARS will be coded:

Hence, the correct answer is "TUZST".

The paper after unfolded will be:

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

The logic followed here is:

Hence, the correct answer is "126".

The logic followed here is:

Hence, the correct answer is "XBDC".

The logic followed here is:

Given Sequence: p_qqrrssppq_rrssppqqrrssppqqr_s_

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

Option 1) qprs → pqqqrrss / ppqprrss / ppqqrrss / ppqqrrss

Option 2) srap → psqqrrss / ppqrrrss / ppqqrrss / ppqqrasp

Option 3) pqrs → ppqqrrss / ppqqrrss / ppqqrrss / ppqqrrss

Here, 'ppqqrrss' followed a pattern.

Option 4) prpr → ppqqrrss / ppqrrrss / ppqqrrss / ppqqrpsr

Hence, the correct answer is "pqrs".

The logic followed here is:

Let * ⇒ ×, @ ⇒ ×, # ⇒ +

8 * 4 @ 6 # 3 = 195

⇒ 8 × 4 × 6 + 3 ⇒ 192 + 3 = 195

6 * 3 @ 5 # 10 = 100

⇒ 6 × 3 × 5 + 10 ⇒ 90 + 10 = 100

Similarly, 

7 * 3 @ 4 # 15 = ?

⇒ 7 × 3 × 4 + 15 ⇒ 84 + 15 = 99

Hence, the correct answer is "99".

Given statements:

Some books are pens.

All pens are pencils.

No pencil is a marker.

The least possible Venn diagram is:

Conclusion:

I: Some books are not pens. - False (Because, Some books are pens given, so some books are not pens it is not possible)

II: No pen is a marker. - True (Because, All pens are pencils and No pencil is a marker so No pen is a marker it is definite)

So, Only conclusion II follows.

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

The logic followed here is: 

ISF : DNA

Similarly, MMT : ?

Hence, the correct answer is "HHO".

The logic followed here is:

• @ is moving in clockwise direction one step ahead.
• O is moving in anticlockwise direction +1, +2, +3, .. step ahead.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

The correct Dictionary order is:

3. Daffodil
4. Dahlia
5. Daisy
6. Dandy
7. Dart

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

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

The logic followed here is:

‘GERMAN' is coded as 'HDSLBM'.

Similarly, the code for 'EXPAND' 

Hence, the correct answer is "FWQZOC".

The image embedded in given figure is as shown below:

Hence, "Option 1" is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Hence, the correct answer is "69".

The logic followed here is:

• Inner figure is moving in anticlockwise direction by 90°.

 

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

The correct answer is - second

Key Points

• Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman became the second woman to present the Union Budget four times, as of January 2023.
• She joined the ranks of Indira Gandhi, who was the first woman to have presented the budget four times.
• This achievement highlights her significant role in Indian finance and governance.
• The Union Budget is one of the most crucial economic events in India, and presenting it multiple times is a rare accomplishment for any finance minister.

Additional Information

• Indira Gandhi
• Indira Gandhi, former Prime Minister of India, is the first woman who presented the Union Budget four times.
• Her tenure as a finance minister showcased the early female participation in high-level governance in India.
• Union Budget Significance
• The Union Budget is presented annually and is the financial plan for the government for the upcoming year.
• It impacts various sectors of the economy, including education, healthcare, infrastructure, and more.
• The Finance Minister plays a critical role in shaping economic policies and decisions that affect the entire nation.

The correct answer is King.

Key Points

• The King is the most important piece in the game of chess, but in terms of points, it is typically considered to be worth the least.
• The king is the only piece that doesn't have a point value.
• The King can move one square in any direction (horizontally, vertically, or diagonally).
• If a player's King is checkmated, the game is over, and that player loses.
• Despite its low point value, protecting the King is crucial as losing the King results in losing the game.

Additional Information

• Queen:
• The Queen is the most powerful piece on the board and is worth 9 points.
• It can move any number of squares along a row, column, or diagonal.
• Rook (Elephant):
• The Rook is worth 5 points.
• It can move any number of squares along a row or column.
• Knight (Horse):
• The Knight is worth 3 points.
• It moves in an L-shape: two squares in one direction and then one square perpendicular to that.
• The Knight is the only piece that can 'jump' over other pieces.
• Bishop:
• The Bishop is also worth 3 points.
• It moves any number of squares diagonally.
• Pawn:
• The Pawn is worth 1 point, making it the least valuable piece in terms of points.
• It moves forward one square but captures diagonally.
• Pawns have the unique ability to be promoted to any other piece (except the King) if they reach the opponent's back rank.

The correct answer is Football

Key Points

• The AFC Challenge Cup is related to football:
• The AFC Challenge Cup was a continental football competition created by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) to improve the standard of Asian football.
• The first AFC Challenge Cup was held in Bangladesh in 2006, and the winners automatically qualified for the AFC Asian Cup starting in 2008.
• The 2014 tournament was the last edition of the AFC Challenge Cup, as the Asian Cup expanded to 24 teams after 2015.
• The AFC created the AFC Solidarity Cup in 2016 to replace the AFC Challenge Cup.
• The AFC Challenge League 2024-25 is an 18-team tournament featuring 12 teams from West Asia and six from East Asia.

Additional Information

• Some cups related to other sports

 

The correct answer is Milk

Key Points

• The Nandini Krishak Samriddhi Yojana 2023 is a scheme launched by the Uttar Pradesh government under the Nand Baba Mission.
• It aims to boost the dairy industry in the state and increase the income of dairy farmers.
• Farmers are eligible for a subsidy of up to 50% on the purchase of indigenous cow breeds like Sahiwal, Gir, Tharparkar, and Gangatiri.
• The scheme promotes the formation of dairy cooperatives to help farmers sell their milk at better prices.
• Farmers may also be eligible for subsidies on fodder and feed for their cattle.
• By providing financial assistance and support services, the Nandini Krishak Samriddhi Yojana aims to improve milk production, enhance the quality of milk, and ultimately benefit both farmers and consumers in Uttar Pradesh

The correct answer is Both I and II.

Key Points

• Capital expenditure involves funds used by an entity to acquire, upgrade, and maintain physical assets such as property, industrial buildings, or equipment.
• Capital expenditure results in the creation of physical or financial assets or reduction in financial liabilities.
• Non-plan capital expenditure covers various general, social, and economic services provided by the government.
• Both statements I and II accurately describe aspects of capital expenditure.

Additional Information

• Capital Expenditure (CapEx)
• It refers to funds used by an organization to acquire, upgrade, and maintain physical assets such as buildings, machinery, or equipment.
• CapEx is often utilized for projects that are expected to produce benefits for more than one year.
• Examples include purchasing machinery, building a new factory, or upgrading existing facilities.
• Non-plan Capital Expenditure
• This type of expenditure is not part of the planned economic activities of the government but includes spending on general, social, and economic services.
• Examples include expenditure on defense equipment, public buildings, and infrastructure projects.
• Financial Assets
• These are assets that derive value because of a contractual claim, such as bank deposits, bonds, and stocks.
• They are more liquid than physical assets and are often easier to trade.
• Reduction in Financial Liabilities
• This refers to the decrease in obligations that a company or government owes to external parties, including debt repayment.
• Reducing financial liabilities improves the financial health and creditworthiness of the entity.

The correct answer is Disguised unemployment

Key Points

• When a person seems to be working, but their work is not contributing to the output, it is known as disguised unemployment.
• Disguised unemployment is a type of unemployment where people are employed but their contribution to the total output is negligible.
• Even if some workers are removed, the output of the task remains unaffected.
• This often happens in agricultural sectors where family members work on a small plot of land, even though their contribution to the output is minimal.
• It's also known as hidden unemployment

Additional Information

• Cyclical Unemployment:
• Occurs due to fluctuations in the business cycle.
• During economic downturns, businesses reduce production and lay off workers, leading to a rise in unemployment.
• As the economy recovers, employment levels rise again.
• Frictional Unemployment:
• Occurs when people are temporarily unemployed while transitioning between jobs.
• This can happen for various reasons, such as quitting a job voluntarily, getting layoffs, or searching for a job after completing education.
• It's considered a normal part of a healthy economy as people move between jobs to find better opportunities.
• Seasonal Unemployment:
• Occurs due to seasonal variations in demand for labor.
• Certain industries, like tourism, agriculture, and construction, experience fluctuations in demand throughout the year.
• As a result, workers in these industries may be unemployed during off-peak seasons.

The correct answer is Punjab

Key Points

• Baisakhi is primarily celebrated in the Punjab region of India. It holds significant religious, cultural, and historical importance for the Sikh community.
• Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the tenth Sikh Guru, founded the Khalsa Panth on this day in 1699.
• This marked a significant turning point in Sikh history, emphasizing the principles of equality, courage, and self-sacrifice.
• Baisakhi is a time for spiritual renewal and devotion. Sikhs visit Gurudwaras, participate in prayers, and seek blessings.
• Baisakhi is a harvest festival, celebrating the bountiful harvest season.
• Farmers express gratitude for a good crop and pray for prosperity in the coming year.
• Baisakhi also marks the Punjabi New Year, symbolizing new beginnings and fresh opportunities

The correct answer is Article 51

Key Points

• Article 51 of the Indian Constitution is part of the Directive Principles of State Policy and emphasizes promoting international peace and security.
• It states that the State shall maintain just and honorable relations between nations,
• foster respect for international law, and encourage the resolution of international disputes by arbitration.
• Article 51 outlines the following directives to the State to ensure peaceful coexistence and international cooperation:
• Promote International Peace and Security
• The State shall work to uphold global peace and security, which involves not only maintaining friendly relationships with other countries but also supporting actions that prevent conflicts and promote stability worldwide.
• Maintain Just and Honorable Relations Between Nations
• India aims to conduct its foreign affairs in a manner that respects sovereignty and fosters mutual respect. This principle advocates for fair and respectful relationships, aligning with the idea of global harmony.
• Foster Respect for International Law and Treaty Obligations
• The article encourages India to uphold international agreements and legal frameworks, signifying the importance of following global rules and regulations.
• This ensures that India respects the international community's established norms.
• Encourage Settlement of International Disputes by Arbitration
• By promoting peaceful resolution methods, like arbitration, India commits to resolving disputes diplomatically rather than through conflict. This reflects India's alignment with non-violence and peaceful negotiation.

Additional Information

• Article 47
• It mandates that the State should strive to improve the overall well-being of the people by focusing on nutrition, standard of living, and public health.
• Article 48
• It encourages the State to organize and improve agricultural practices and animal husbandry in a scientific manner.
• Article 49
• It directs the State to protect monuments, places, and objects of historic or artistic interest that are of national significance.

The correct answer is 1919

Key Points

• The Rowlatt  Act was passed in 1919 by the Imperial Legislative Council.
• The Rowlatt Act was officially known as the “Anarchical and Revolutionary Crimes Act of 1919”.
• Through this act, the British intended to replace the repressive provisions employed during wartime (Defence of India Act 1915) with a permanent one.
• The Act was passed by the Rowlatt Committee, presided by Sir Sydney Rowlatt.

Additional Information 

• The Rowlatt Act of 1919 was an indefinite extension of the Defence of India Act of 1915.
• The Imperial Legislative Council enacted it on 10th March 1919 to curb the upsurge of Indians against the Colonial rulers by depriving Indians of their right to liberty and expression.
• The act was prepared based on the recommendations put forth by the Rowlatt Commission of 1918.
• This act was called the Black Act by Mahatma Gandhi.
• The Rowlatt Act came to be repealed in 1922.

The correct answer is Pt. Vishwa Mohan Bhat

Key Points

• Mohan Veena
• A Mohan Veena is one of two unique plucked string instruments used in Hindustani classical music, a genre of Indian classical music associated with the country's north.
• First, in 1948, Pandit Radhika Mohan Maitra created a musical instrument that combined the sarod, the veena, and the surbahar.
• In 1949, Thakur Jaidev Singh, the head producer of All India Radio at the time, gave the instrument the name "Mohan veena" in honour of Pt. Maitra.
• The Grammy Award-winning Pandit Vishwa Mohan Bhatt invented and popularised the Mohan Veena, a Hawaiian guitar that has been modified.
• It is employed to perform classical Hindustani Ragas.
• Vishwa Mohan Bhatt, Salil Bhatt (who later created the Satvik Veena, a variation of his father's Mohan Veena), and Canadian blues singer Harry Manx are a few of the well-known performers

Additional Information 

• This instrument, which has 20 strings in total, is actually a modified Archtop guitar.
• It has three to four melody strings, four to five drone strings strung from the peghead, and twelve sympathetic strings strung to tuners positioned on the side of the neck.
• To increase the sustain and resonance of the sound, a gourd (or Tumba) is put into the back of the neck.
• It is played with a bar and held in the lap similarly to a slide guitar.
• It is pulled by more than 500 pounds of strings together, which is a lot of tension.
• The Chaturangui Veena, Hansa Veena, Shankar Veena, and many other famous variations of the Mohan Veena exist in India.

The correct answer is 12.1 percent.

Key Points

• The total rural literacy rate in India according to the 1951 census was 12.1 percent.
• This rate reflects the percentage of the rural population that was literate at the time of the first census post-independence.
• The 1951 census was the first census conducted in India after gaining independence from British rule in 1947.
• The literacy rate is a crucial indicator of educational development in the country.

Additional Information

• Census of India
• The Census of India is a decennial exercise conducted by the Office of the Registrar General and Census Commissioner, under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.
• It provides comprehensive data about the demographic, social, and economic characteristics of the population.
• The first census in India was conducted in 1872, but the first complete census was conducted in 1881.
• Literacy Rate
• The literacy rate is defined as the percentage of people aged seven years and above who can read and write with understanding.
• It is a key indicator of a country's educational development and human capital.
• Higher literacy rates are associated with better economic outcomes and improved quality of life.
• Rural and Urban Classification
• In the context of the Indian census, areas are classified as rural or urban based on certain criteria such as population density, percentage of male working population engaged in non-agricultural pursuits, and the presence of amenities like roads, electricity, and drinking water.
• Rural areas typically have lower population densities and fewer amenities compared to urban areas.

The correct answer is Parliament

Key Points

• The legislative branch of governance in India is the Parliament of India, which is responsible for making laws
• The Parliament consists of the President and two houses: the Rajya Sabha (Council of States) and the Lok Sabha (House of the People
• The Parliament's basic function is to make laws. Legislative proposals are introduced as bills, which must be approved by both houses of Parliament and receive the assent of the President
• The Parliament is the supreme representative authority of the people and the highest legislative organ. It also exercises some control over the executive.

Additional Information

• Supreme Court
• The Supreme Court of India is the highest judicial forum and final court of appeal under the Constitution of India.
• Established in 1950, it has the power to interpret the Constitution, adjudicate disputes between states and the central government, and hear appeals against decisions from lower courts.
• The Supreme Court plays a crucial role in upholding the rule of law and safeguarding fundamental rights, often serving as a guardian of the Constitution.
• President
• The President of India is the ceremonial head of state and the highest constitutional authority in the country.
• Elected by an electoral college consisting of the elected members of both houses of Parliament and the elected members of the Legislative Assemblies of States and Union territories, the President's role is largely ceremonial, with real executive power vested in the Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister.
• Home Minister
• The Home Minister of India is a key member of the Union Cabinet, responsible for internal security, law and order, and domestic affairs of the country.
• The Home Minister oversees the functioning of various departments, including police, intelligence agencies, and disaster management.
• This role is crucial for maintaining peace and stability within the nation, formulating policies related to internal security, and managing communal harmony.

The correct answer is Patna

Key Points 

• In the fourth century BCE, the Magadha capital was shifted to Pataliputra, present-day Patna, Bihar, commanding routes of communication along the Ganga.
• The growth of Magadha culminated in the emergence of the Mauryan Empire.
• Bimbisara was the first king of Magadha.

Additional Information 

• Chandragupta Maurya, who founded the Mauryan empire (c. 321 BCE), extended control as far northwest as Afghanistan and Baluchistan, and his grandson Asoka, arguably the most famous ruler of early India, conquered Kalinga (present-day coastal Orissa).
• Rajagriha was the capital of Magadha during Bimbisara’s time.
• The three great rules of the Mauryan Empire were
• Chandragupta Maurya, Bindusara, and king Ashoka.

The correct answer is Rahul Dravid

Key Points

• In August 2023, Rahul Dravid was announced as the Brand Ambassador of Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (BPCL In August 2023, Rahul Dravid was announced as the Brand Ambassador of Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (BPCL
• This collaboration is significant as Rahul Dravid, often known as "The Wall" for his consistent and
• reliable performances in cricket, embodies values such as dedication, perseverance, and integrity qualities that align well with BPCL’s brand image.
• He is one of India's greatest cricketing legends, renowned for his technical prowess and unwavering focus.
• He has served Indian cricket in various capacities, including as a player, captain, and now as the head coach of the Indian national team.
• Beyond cricket, Dravid is known for his humility, sportsmanship, and contributions to youth development through cricket academies.

Additional Information

• Sachin Tendulkar
• Sachin Tendulkar is the only player to have scored 100 international centuries, with 51 in Tests and 49 in ODIs
• He was the first batsman to score a double century (200 not out) in a single One Day International match
• .M.S. Dhoni
• Dhoni is the only captain to have led India to victory in the ICC World Twenty20 (2007), the ICC Cricket World Cup (2011), and the ICC Champions Trophy (2013)3
• In 2011, Dhoni was conferred the honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Indian Territorial Army3
• .Virat Kohli
• Kohli is the fastest player to reach 10,000 runs in One Day Internationals, achieving this milestone in just 205 innings4
• He was named the ICC Cricketer of the Year in 2017 and 2018 for his outstanding performances

The correct answer is Plasma

Key Points

• Plasma is the state of matter in which electrons move freely among the nuclei of atoms
• Plasma is a hot, ionized gas that contains electrons, ions, and neutral atoms.
• It's sometimes called the "fourth state of matter" because it's distinct from solids, liquids, and gases.
• Plasma is created by heating a gas
• Plasma is made up of roughly equal numbers of positively and negatively charged particles.
• Plasma can generate large amounts of energy.
• Fusion is a process that uses plasma to create energy by combining light elements like hydrogen.

The correct answer is 40 minutes.

Key Points 

• Kabaddi is a popular contact sport in South Asia.
• It is played between two teams of 7 players each.
• The objective of the game is for a player, known as a raider, to cross into the opposing team's half and tag as many defenders as possible before returning to their own half.
• A match consists of two halves, each lasting 20 minutes (total 40 minutes), with a break of 5 minutes in between.
• Kabaddi is also known as hu-tu-tu in western India, ha-do-do in eastern India and Bangladesh, chedu-gudu in southern India, gudu in Sri Lanka, and theechub in Thailand.

Additional Information

Time duration for different sports:

The correct option is Nati.

Key Points 

• Nati dance is the most famous folk dance in Himachal Pradesh.
• A group of people performs it with accompanying musicians.
• Thora is the famous tribal dance of Uttar Pradesh.
• The dress of the dance group reflects the gaddi or the Himachali

Additional Information

• Bihu
• Bihu is a folk dance from the northeastern Indian state of Assam, celebrated during the Bihu festival,
• which marks the Assamese New Year and the onset of the harvest season.
• This energetic dance is characterized by lively movements, fast-paced rhythms, and traditional instruments like the dhol (drum) and Pepa (bamboo flute), symbolizing joy and gratitude for a bountiful harvest.
• Both men and women participate in Bihu, dressed in traditional attire, showcasing the vibrant culture and unity of the Assamese people.
• Cheraw
• Cheraw, also known as the Bamboo Dance, is a traditional dance of the Mizo people in the state of Mizoram.
• This dance is famous for its unique use of bamboo sticks, which are rhythmically clapped together on the ground as dancers step in and out of the gaps with grace and precision.
• The dance requires tremendous skill, coordination, and timing and is typically performed during festive occasions and important ceremonies, embodying the cultural richness and festive spirit of Mizoram.
• Dandari
• Dandari is a traditional folk dance from the tribal communities of Telangana and parts of Andhra Pradesh, performed during the Dussehra festival.
• This dance involves storytelling through music and movement, with dancers forming circles and using sticks (dandas) to create rhythmic beats.
• Dandari dancers represent mythological characters and narrate folk tales, symbolizing the connection between the communities and their cultural heritage, as well as celebrating communal harmony and the victory of good over evil.

The correct answer is the National Export Insurance Account

Key Points

• NEIA stands for National Export Insurance Account.
• It is a program that provides credit and political insurance for medium and long-term project exports.
• The program was established in 2006 to help with exports that are commercially viable but that the ECGC Limited can't underwrite on its own.
• The NEIA program includes the Buyer's Credit under NEIA, which is a financing mechanism for Indian exporters.
• It offers a non-recourse financing option to help exporters enter new and traditional markets in developing countries.
• Some features of the Buyer's Credit under NEIA include:
• Eligible borrowers include sovereign governments and their government-owned entities
• Eligible goods include project exports from India
• The Buyer's Credit generally covers up to 85% of the contract value
• The balance is paid by the borrower as an advance or down payment
• Higher credit amounts may be considered on a case-by-case basis

The correct answer is Rajkumar Singhajit Singh

Key Points

• Rajkumar Singhajit Singh is a highly respected artist and a doyenne of Manipuri dance,
• It is one of the classical dance forms of India originating from the northeastern state of Manipur.
• He is known for its graceful movements, intricate hand gestures, and unique rhythm,
• Manipuri dance is often associated with themes of devotion, particularly the tales of Radha and Krishna.

Additional Information

• Gopi Krishan
• Gopi Krishan was an acclaimed Kathak dancer known for his innovation and charisma.
• He brought a unique style to Kathak, blending traditional movements with new elements that enhanced the appeal of the dance form.
• T Balasaraswati
• T Balasaraswati is celebrated as a leading Bharatanatyam dancer and was renowned for her intense expression and masterful control over the nuances of Bharatanatyam.
• Balasaraswati received prestigious honors, such as the Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan, for her immense contributions to Bharatanatyam, preserving and promoting this dance form globally.
• Pt. Gopal Prasad Dubey
• Pt. Gopal Prasad Dubey is a master of Chhau dance, particularly the Seraikella Chhau style, which is known for its martial art-inspired movements and dramatic storytelling.

The correct answer is 13.

Key Points

• In the Union Budget 2022-23 Productivity Linked Incentive (PLI) sectors have increased to 14 sectors.
• The objective is to make domestic manufacturing globally competitive and to create global Champions in manufacturing.
• In the Union Budget 2021-22, presented on 1st February 2021, the Union Finance Minister announced an outlay of INR 1.97 Lakh Crores for the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) Schemes for 13 key sectors.
• This means that minimum production in India as a result of PLI Schemes is expected to be over US$ 500 billion in 5 years.

Additional Information

• Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that the Productivity Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme in 14 sectors for achieving the vision of Atma Nirbhar Bharat has received an excellent response, with the potential to create 60 lakh new jobs, and an additional production of Rs. 30 lakh crore during next 5 years.
• The PLI Scheme for electronics manufacturing, the Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on 11 November 2020, has introduced the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme in 10 key sectors.

Given:

5 ¹/₄ + 6 ¹/₂ + 7 ³/₄ - 8 ¹/₂

Formula Used:

Convert mixed fractions to improper fractions and perform the arithmetic operations.

Calculation:

5 ¹/₄ = 21/4

6 ¹/₂ = 13/2 = 26/4

7 ³/₄ = 31/4

8 ¹/₂ = 17/2 = 34/4

Sum and Subtract Improper Fractions:

⇒ (21/4) + (26/4) + (31/4) - (34/4)

⇒ (21 + 26 + 31 - 34) / 4

⇒ 44 / 4

⇒ 11

The correct answer is option 1

Shortcut Trick

MP/CP = (100 + profit%) / (100 - discount%)

⇒ MP/800 = (100 + 20)/(100 - 20)

⇒ MP/800 = 120/80 = 3/2

⇒ MP = 3/2 × 800 = Rs. 1200

∴ The correct answer is option (3).

Alternate Method

Given:

Pankaj purchases a watch for Rs. 800.

He sells the watch at a discount of 20 percent and earns a profit of 20 percent.

Formula Used:

Let the marked price of the watch be Rs. M.

Selling price (SP) after discount = M × (1 - Discount%)

Cost Price (CP) + Profit% of CP = Selling Price (SP)

Calculation:

Let the marked price be M.

Selling price (SP) after 20% discount = M × (1 - 0.20)

SP = M × 0.80

Given that he earns a profit of 20%, so

SP = CP × (1 + Profit%)

SP = 800 × (1 + 0.20)

SP = 800 × 1.20

SP = 960

Now,

M × 0.80 = 960

⇒ M = 960 / 0.80

⇒ M = 1200

The marked price of the watch is Rs. 1200.

Given:

One side of the equilateral triangle = 1/3 cm.

Formula Used:

Area of an equilateral triangle = $\frac{\sqrt{3}}{4} \times a^{2}$

Calculation:

Here, a = 1/3 cm

Area = $\frac{\sqrt{3}}{4} \times \left(\frac{1}{3}\right)^{2}$

Area = $\frac{\sqrt{3}}{4} \times \frac{1}{9}$

Area = $\frac{\sqrt{3}}{4 \times 9}$

Area = $\frac{\sqrt{3}}{36}$

Area = $\frac{1}{12\sqrt{3}}$ cm²

The correct answer is option 2.

Given:

Compound interest for 2 years = Rs. 6681.6

Rate of interest per annum = 32%

Formula Used:

Compound Interest (CI) = P(1 + r/100)ⁿ - P

Where P is the principal amount, r is the rate of interest, and n is the number of years.

Calculation:

Given CI = Rs. 6681.6, r = 32%, n = 2

CI = P(1 + r/100)ⁿ - P

⇒ 6681.6 = P(1 + 32/100)² - P

⇒ 6681.6 = P(1.32)² - P

⇒ 6681.6 = P(1.7424 - 1)

⇒ 6681.6 = P × 0.7424

⇒ P = 6681.6 / 0.7424

⇒ P = 9000

The sum is Rs. 9000.

Given:

Average income of 5 persons = ₹ 550

Average income of another 15 persons = ₹ 450

Formula Used:

Average income of the whole group = (Total income of all persons) / (Total number of persons)

Calculation:

Total income of 5 persons = 5 × 550

⇒ Total income of 5 persons = ₹ 2750

Total income of 15 persons = 15 × 450

⇒ Total income of 15 persons = ₹ 6750

Total income of all persons = 2750 + 6750

⇒ Total income of all persons = ₹ 9500

Total number of persons = 5 + 15

⇒ Total number of persons = 20

Average income of the whole group = Total income of all persons / Total number of persons

Average income of the whole group = 9500 / 20

⇒ Average income of the whole group = ₹ 475

The correct answer is option 3.

Shortcut Trick

Let M's Expenditure = 100 units.

L's Income = 180% of 100 = 180 units.

L's Expenditure = 120% of 100 = 120 units → L's Savings = 180 − 120 = 60 units.

M's Income = (180 × 100) ÷ 125 = 144 units → M's Savings = 144 − 100 = 44 units.

Ratio of Savings (L : M) = 60 : 44 = 15 : 11.

∴ The correct answer is 15 : 11.

Alternate Method

Given:

L's Income = 125% of M's Income

L's Expenditure = 120% of M's Expenditure

L's Income = 180% of M's Expenditure

Formula Used:

Income = Expenditure + Savings ⇒ Savings = Income − Expenditure

Calculations:

⇒ Let M's Expenditure = 100 units

⇒ L's Income = 180% of M's Expenditure = (180 ÷ 100) × 100 = 180 units

⇒ L's Expenditure = 120% of M's Expenditure = (120 ÷ 100) × 100 = 120 units

⇒ L's Income = 125% of M's Income

⇒ M's Income = L's Income × (100 ÷ 125) = 180 × (4 ÷ 5) = 144 units

⇒ L's Savings = L's Income − L's Expenditure = 180 − 120 = 60 units

⇒ M's Savings = M's Income − M's Expenditure = 144 − 100 = 44 units

⇒ Respective ratio of L's savings and M's savings = 60 : 44

⇒ Ratio = 15 : 11

∴ The correct answer is 15 : 11.

Additional Information

Income, Expenditure & Savings

The fundamental equation is: Income = Expenditure + Savings. If you assume a base value like 100 for one variable, you can easily derive others through basic percentage relations.

Percentage to Fraction Conversion

Converting percentages to fractions drastically speeds up calculations. For example, 125% = 5/4, 120% = 6/5, and 180% = 9/5.

Ratio Simplification

A ratio remains unchanged when both of its terms are multiplied or divided by the same non-zero number. It is always best to express ratios in their simplest fractional form before selecting an option.

Given:

Product of two numbers = 108

HCF of the two numbers = 3

Formula Used:

LCM × HCF = Product of the two numbers

Calculation:

Let the two numbers be a and b.

Given: HCF(a, b) = 3 and a × b = 108

We know, LCM(a, b) × HCF(a, b) = a × b

LCM(a, b) × 3 = 108

⇒ LCM(a, b) = 108 / 3

⇒ LCM(a, b) = 36

The LCM of the two numbers is 36.

Shortcut Trick

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

a + b + c = 23 × 3 = 69    ---(1)

Now,

a + 5 = (b + c)/2

⇒ 2a + 10 = b + c

⇒ 2a + 10 = 69 - a   (from equation (1))

⇒ 2a + a = 69 - 10

⇒ a = 59/3

Again,

c - 13 = (a + b)/2

⇒ 2c - 26 = 69 - c   (from equation (1))

⇒ 2c + c = 69 + 26

⇒ c = 95/3

Now, the difference between first and third numbers

⇒ 95/3 - 59/3 = (95 - 59)/3 = 36/3 = 12

The difference between the first and third numbers is 12.

Alternate Method

 

Given:

 

Average of 3 numbers = 23

First number is 5 less than the average of the other two.

Third number is 13 more than the average of the other two.

Formula Used:

Average = Sum of numbers / Number of numbers

Calculation:

Let the three numbers be A, B, and C.

Given, (A + B + C) / 3 = 23

⇒ A + B + C = 69

First number (A) is 5 less than the average of the other two (B and C).

⇒ A = (B + C) / 2 - 5

Third number (C) is 13 more than the average of the other two (A and B).

⇒ C = (A + B) / 2 + 13

We have two equations:

1. A + B + C = 69

2. A = (B + C) / 2 - 5

3. C = (A + B) / 2 + 13

From equation 2:

⇒ 2A = B + C - 10

⇒ B + C = 2A + 10

From equation 3:

⇒ 2C = A + B + 26

⇒ A + B = 2C - 26

Substitute B + C from the second equation into the first equation:

⇒ A + (2A + 10) = 69

⇒ 3A + 10 = 69

⇒ 3A = 59

⇒ A = 19.67

Substitute A into B + C = 2A + 10:

⇒ B + C = 2(19.67) + 10

⇒ B + C = 39.34 + 10

⇒ B + C = 49.34

Substitute A into A + B = 2C - 26:

⇒ 19.67 + B = 2C - 26

⇒ B = 2C - 45.67

We know that B + C = 49.34:

⇒ (2C - 45.67) + C = 49.34

⇒ 3C - 45.67 = 49.34

⇒ 3C = 95.01

⇒ C = 31.67

Substitute C back into B + C = 49.34:

⇒ B + 31.67 = 49.34

⇒ B = 17.67

The first number (A) = 19.67

The third number (C) = 31.67

Difference between the first and third numbers:

⇒ 31.67 - 19.67 = 12

The difference between the first and third number is 12.

The correct answer is option 4.

Given:

Speed of the slower train = 73 km/hr

Speed of the faster train = 123 km/hr

Time taken by the faster train to cross a man in the slower train = 27 seconds

Formula Used:

Relative Speed = Speed of the faster train - Speed of the slower train

Length of the faster train = Relative Speed × Time

Calculation:

Relative Speed = 123 km/hr - 73 km/hr

Relative Speed = 50 km/hr

Convert speed from km/hr to m/s:

1 km/hr = $\frac{5}{18}$ m/s

Relative Speed = 50 × $\frac{5}{18}$ m/s

Relative Speed = $\frac{250}{18}$ m/s

Time = 27 seconds

Length of the faster train = Relative Speed × Time

⇒ Length of the faster train = (250/18) × 27

⇒ Length of the faster train = 375 meters

∴ The correct answer is option 4.

Given:

First number = 21

Second number = 189

Formula Used:

Mean proportion between two numbers a and b is given by \sqrt{a × b}

Calculation:

Mean Proportion = $\sqrt{21 × 189}$

⇒ Mean Proportion = $\sqrt{3969}$

⇒ Mean Proportion = 63

The mean proportion between 21 and 189 is 63.

Given:

Price increase = 45%

Consumption decrease = 20%

Formula used:

New expenditure = Old expenditure × (1 + % Increase in price) × (1 - % Decrease in consumption)

Calculations:

Let the initial expenditure be 100 units.

⇒ New expenditure = 100 × (1 + 0.45) × (1 - 0.20)

⇒ New expenditure = 100 × 1.45 × 0.80

⇒ New expenditure = 116

The percentage increase in expenditure is:

⇒ Increase = New expenditure - Initial expenditure

⇒ Increase = 116 - 100

⇒ Increase = 16%

∴ The increase in expenditure due to the edible oil is 16%.

Given:

Expression: 755 - [250 + {33 - (100 - 70)}]

Formula Used:

Follow the order of operations (PEMDAS/BODMAS)

P/B - Parentheses/Brackets

E/O - Exponents/Orders (i.e., powers and square roots, etc.)

MD - Multiplication and Division (left-to-right)

AS - Addition and Subtraction (left-to-right)

Calculation:

Step 1: Solve the innermost parentheses

100 - 70 = 30

Step 2: Substitute back into the expression

755 - [250 + {33 - 30}]

Step 3: Solve the next parentheses

33 - 30 = 3

Step 4: Substitute back into the expression

755 - [250 + 3]

Step 5: Solve the remaining brackets

250 + 3 = 253

Step 6: Substitute back into the expression

755 - 253

Step 7: Perform the final subtraction

755 - 253 = 502

The value of the expression is 502.

Given:

Vikas sells 2 tables at the rate of Rs. 504 per table.

He earns 40% profit on the first table.

He suffers a loss of 40% on the second table.

Formula Used:

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

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

Calculation:

Let the cost price of the first table be CP₁.

⇒ Selling Price (SP) of the first table = CP₁ × (1 + 0.40) = 504

⇒ CP₁ × 1.40 = 504

⇒ CP₁ = 504 / 1.40

⇒ CP₁ = 360

Let the cost price of the second table be CP₂ .

⇒ Selling Price (SP) of the second table = CP₂ × (1 - 0.40) = 504

⇒ CP₂ × 0.60 = 504

⇒ CP₂ = 504 / 0.60

⇒ CP₂ = 840

Total Cost Price of both tables = CP₁ + CP₂

⇒ Total Cost Price = 360 + 840

⇒ Total Cost Price = 1200

The correct answer is option 1.

Given:

C is thrice as good a workman as D.

C and D together can finish a work in 31 days.

Formula Used:

Work done by C and D together in one day = 1 / Total days to complete the work

Work done by C in one day = 3 × Work done by D in one day

Let work done by D in one day be D₁.

Work done by C in one day = 3D₁

Calculation:

Work done by C and D together in one day = 1/31

Work done by C and D together in one day = C₁ + D₁

⇒ 3D₁ + D₁ = 1/31

⇒ 4D₁ = 1/31

⇒ D₁ = 1/(4×31)

⇒ D₁ = 1/124

So, D alone will complete the work in 124 days.

The correct answer is option 3.

Given:

B can do 20 percent of a work in 7 days.

Formula Used:

Time to complete entire work = Time to complete part work / Part work done

Calculation:

Part work done by B = 20% = 20/100 = 1/5

Time to complete 1/5 of the work = 7 days

Time to complete entire work = 7 days / (1/5)

⇒ Time to complete entire work = 7 days × 5

⇒ Time to complete entire work = 35 days

The correct answer is option 3.

Given:

Selling Price (SP) = Rs. 408

Loss Percentage = 32%

Formula Used:

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

Calculation:

Loss Percentage = 32%

SP = Rs. 408

CP = SP / (1 - Loss Percentage/100)

CP = 408 / (1 - 32/100)

CP = 408 / (1 - 0.32)

CP = 408 / 0.68

CP = 600

The cost price of the bottle is Rs. 600.

Given:

Principal (P) = $3000

Rate of interest (R) = 6% per annum

Time (T) = 1.5 years

Formula Used:

Simple Interest (SI) = (P × R × T) / 100

Calculation:

SI = (3000 × 6 × 1.5) / 100

⇒ SI = (3000 × 9) / 100

⇒ SI = 27000 / 100

⇒ SI = 270

The total interest paid is $270.

Given:

Selling price of the article = Rs. 3410

Discount given = 45%

Formula Used:

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

Calculation:

Discount Percentage = 45% = 45/100 = 0.45

1 - Discount Percentage = 1 - 0.45 = 0.55

Marked Price = Selling Price / 0.55

⇒ Marked Price = 3410 / 0.55

⇒ Marked Price = 6200

The marked price of the article is Rs. 6200.

Given:

52 + 4 of (28 + 2) - 17 × 4

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, solve inside the parentheses:

28 + 2 = 30

Next, multiply 4 by the result of the parentheses:

4 × 30 = 120

Then, multiply 17 by 4:

17 × 4 = 68

Finally, perform the addition and subtraction from left to right:

52 + 120 - 68 = 172 - 68 = 104

The correct answer is option 2.

Given:

X ∶ Y = 1 ∶ 5

Formula Used:

X ∶ (X + Y)

Calculation:

Let X = 1k and Y = 5k

X + Y = 1k + 5k

X + Y = 6k

X ∶ (X + Y)

⇒ 1k ∶ 6k

⇒ 1 ∶ 6

The correct answer is option 2 (1 ∶ 6).

The correct answer is: Option 3.

Key Points

• The word "asleep" means in a state of sleep; not awake. (सोया हुआ)
• Example: The baby was fast asleep in her crib.
• "Dormant" refers to something that is in a state of rest or inactivity; temporarily inactive. (निष्क्रिय)
• Example: The volcano has been dormant for hundreds of years.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Dormant.

Additional Information

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

• Drowsy (उनींदा): Feeling sleepy and lethargic; half-asleep.
• Example: After a heavy meal, he felt drowsy and wanted to take a nap.
• Dizzy (चक्कर आना): Having or involving a sensation of spinning around and losing one's balance.
• Example: The ride made me feel dizzy.
• Active (सक्रिय): Engaging or ready to engage in physically energetic pursuits.
• Example: She leads an active lifestyle, jogging every morning.

The correct answer is: Option 1.

Key Points

• The word "Appreciate" means to recognize the full worth of something or someone; to be grateful for something. (सराहना करना)
• Example: I really appreciate all the help you've given me.
• "Disvalue" refers to considering something to be of little or no worth; to undervalue or depreciate. (महत्वहीन समझना)
• Example: He tends to disvalue the contributions of his colleagues.

Hence, we can infer that the opposite of 'Appreciate' is 'Disvalue'.

Additional Information

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

• Flourish (फूलना-फलना): To grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way.
• Example: The plants flourished in the rich soil.
• Burgeon (पल्लवित होना): Begin to grow or increase rapidly; flourish.
• Example: The town burgeoned into a city.
• Savvy (समझदार): Shrewdness and practical knowledge; the ability to make good judgments.
• Example: She is known for her political savvy.

The correct answer is: Option 4.

Key Points

• The word "stoped" is incorrectly spelt and does not exist in English. The correct spelling is "stopped". (रुका हुआ)
• Example: The car stopped suddenly at the red light.
• "Stopped" means to cease movement or operation. (रुकना)
• Example: He stopped the car to let the pedestrians cross the road.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 4.

Additional Information

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

• Deteriorate (बिगड़ना): To become progressively worse.
• Example: His health began to deteriorate rapidly.
• Older (बूढ़ा): Having lived for a longer time; more aged.
• Example: My older brother is coming to visit us this weekend.
• Relationship (संबंध): The way in which two or more people or things are connected.
• Example: They have a very close relationship and share everything with each other.

The correct answer is 'No error'.

 

Key Points

• The sentence contains a main clause ("I thanked him") followed by two parallel present participle clauses ("staring at him..." and "holding tight to Joe").
• Both participle phrases correctly modify the subject ("I") to describe simultaneous secondary actions performed alongside the main verb ("thanked").
• The parallelism between the two participial clauses—introduced by the conjunction "and"—is grammatically sound (staring... and holding...).
• The phrase "far beyond the bounds of good manners" correctly acts as an adverbial phrase modifying the participle "staring."
• Since all parts of the sentence adhere strictly to rules of syntax, tense, and participle agreement, there is no grammatical error.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 1'.

 

Additional Information

• Participle Clauses: Present participle (-ing) clauses can be used to show actions happening at the same time as the main action. Example: "She sat in the corner, reading a book and listening to music."
• Parallelism: Coordinating conjunctions like "and" must link elements of the same grammatical structure (here, Present Participle + Present Participle).

The correct answer is Option 3.

 

Key Points

• The original sentence: "She had finished all her homework from 5 a.m. on that day," is grammatically incorrect.
• The preposition "from" is incorrect in this context. The correct preposition is "by" to indicate completion before a certain time.
• The correct phrase should be "by 5 a.m. on that day," ensuring grammatical correctness and clarity.
• Thus, the error is located in the preposition and the phrase that follows.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

 

Correct Sentence: "She had finished all her homework by 5 a.m. on that day."

 

Additional Information

• Option 1: "by 5 a.m. in that day" – The preposition "in" is incorrect in this context. It should be "on."
• Option 2: "No improvement" – This is incorrect as the original sentence is grammatically incorrect.
• Option 4: "till 5 a.m. at that day" – The prepositions "till" and "at" are incorrect in this context. It should be "by" and "on."

The correct answer is: Option 4.

Key Points

• The idiom "Nothing to sneeze at" means something that should not be ignored because it is significant, valuable, or impressive.
• It is used to describe something worthy of attention or respect.
• Example: "Winning second place in a national competition is nothing to sneeze at."
• Thus, the most appropriate meaning is "Something important or worthy of respect".

Therefore, the correct answer is the meaning: Something important.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 4.

Additional Information

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

• Lowest Ranking (सबसे निचला दर्जा): Refers to the position of least importance or influence.
• Example: He started at the lowest ranking position in the company, but quickly moved up.
• To keep secrets (राज़ रखना): To not disclose confidential information.
• Example: She is very trustworthy and knows how to keep secrets.
• Not well known or used (ज्यादा जाना या इस्तेमाल नहीं किया गया): Refers to something that is not widely recognized or commonly employed.
• Example: This ancient remedy is not well known or used in modern medicine.

The correct answer is: Option 4.

Key Points

• The word "glamorous" means having an attractive or exciting quality that makes certain people or things seem appealing or special. (आकर्षक)
• Example: She looked glamorous in her evening gown at the gala.
• "Repulsive" refers to something that arouses intense distaste or disgust. (घिनौना)
• Example: The sight of the decaying food was absolutely repulsive.

The correct answer is option 4.

Additional Information

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

• Flashy (चमकदार): Something that is ostentatious or showy.

• Example: He wore a flashy suit that caught everyone's attention.

• Attractive (आकर्षक ): Pleasing or appealing to the senses.

• Example: She has an attractive smile that lights up her face.

• Alluring (मोहक): Powerfully and mysteriously attractive or fascinating.

The correct answer is: Option 3.

Key Points

• The word "haunt" means to frequently visit or appear in the form of a ghost; to continually cause distress or anxiety. (सताना, भूत के रूप में बार-बार आना)
• Example: The old house was said to be haunted by the spirits of those who had lived there centuries ago.
• "Execution" refers to the carrying out of a sentence of death on a condemned person; the process of carrying out a plan or course of action. (फांसी, कार्यान्वयन)
• Example: The execution of the plan was flawless, leading to the project's success.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 3.

Additional Information

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

• Hant (सताना): Incorrect spelling of "haunt".
• Example: The memory of the accident would hant her for years to come. (Incorrect)
• Exsecutions (फांसी): Incorrect spelling of "executions".
• Example: The exsecutions were carried out in the early hours of the morning. (Incorrect)
• Hawnt (सताना): Incorrect spelling of "haunt".
• Example: The ghost would hawnt the old mansion. (Incorrect)

The correct answer is Option 2.

 

Key Points

• The word "cast" is commonly used in the context of spells and magic.
• Other options like "produced," "modelled," and "filed" do not fit in the context of casting a spell.
• The phrase "cast a spell" is a well-known idiom, making "cast" the most appropriate choice.

The correct answer is Option 3.

 

Key Points

• The primary issue in the sentence is the incorrect tense usage in "she shook her head and turns away."
• The verb tenses should match. Since "shook" is past tense, "turns" should also be in past tense.
• The correct phrase should be "she shook her head and turned away."
• Thus, the error is located in Option 3 of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

 

Correct Sentence: "When I asked her how she came to be at the window, she shook her head and turned away."

 

Additional Information

• Option 1: "When I asked her" – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• Option 2: "No error" – This would be the correct option if there were no mistakes in the sentence, but there is an error in Option 3.
• Option 4: "how she came to be at the window" – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.

The correct answer is Option 3.

 

Key Points

• The primary issue in the sentence is the incorrect use of the word "late" before the term "software."
• The correct word should be "latest" instead of "late."
• The correct phrase should be "to the latest software," 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: "We need to upgrade to the latest software to run this application."

 

Additional Information

• 1) No error – This would be the correct option if there were no mistakes in the sentence, but there is an error in part 3.
• 2) We need to upgrade – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• 4) to run this application – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.

The correct answer is Option 4.

 

Key Points

• The phrase "both" is used to emphasize two qualities, making it the most appropriate choice for the sentence.
• Using "both" ensures that the sentence highlights that he is charming as well as witty.
• The other options do not fit the context of the sentence as effectively as "both".

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

 

Correct Sentence: "He is both charming and witty."

 

Additional Information

• Not only: This phrase is usually followed by "but also," which is not present in the sentence.
• Yet: This word implies a contrast, which is not the case in the given sentence.
• Neither: This word is used to link two negative statements, which does not fit the context here.

The correct answer is: Option 4.

Key Points

• The phrase "Separate the wheat from the chaff" means to distinguish valuable or useful things from worthless ones. (अनाज को भूसे से अलग करना)
• Example: It's important to separate the wheat from the chaff when reading articles online.
• Separate the wheat from the chaff refers to the process of sorting out the valuable from the worthless or unimportant. (अनाज को भूसे से अलग करना)
• Example: During the interview process, it's crucial to separate the wheat from the chaff to find the best candidates.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 4.

Additional Information

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

• Let the cat out of the bag (बिल्ली को थैले से बाहर निकालना): To reveal a secret or disclose information unintentionally.
• Example: She let the cat out of the bag about the surprise party.
• Spill the beans (राज़ खोल देना): To reveal secret information or divulge something confidential.
• Example: He spilled the beans about their engagement before they could announce it.
• Chew the cud (जुगाली करना): To think carefully about something over a period of time.
• Example: He sat quietly, chewing the cud over the decision he had to make.

The correct answer is Option 4.

 

Key Points

• The word "over" is commonly used to indicate that something has ended or is finished.
• The other options ("completed", "finish", "closed") do not fit as naturally in this context.
• "Completed" and "closed" might be used in different contexts, but "finish" is not in the correct form ("finished" would be correct).
• Therefore, the most appropriate word to fill the blank is "over".

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

 

Correct Sentence: "When supper was over, Uncle Jack went to the Livingroom and sat down."

 

Additional Information

• Option 1: "completed" – This word is grammatically correct but less commonly used in this context.
• Option 2: "finish" – This is incorrect as it is not in the past tense form "finished".
• Option 3: "closed" – This word does not fit the context of a meal being finished.

The correct answer is Option 3.

 

Key Points

• The primary issue in the sentence is the incorrect pronoun "we" which should be replaced with "us."
• "Us" is the correct object pronoun to use in this context.
• The correct phrase should be "us a tour," ensuring grammatical correctness and clarity.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

 

Correct Sentence: "They gave us a tour of their new house."

 

Additional Information

• Option 1: "we a touring" – Incorrect, as "touring" is not the correct form here.
• Option 2: "us a toured" – Incorrect, as "toured" is not the correct form to use after "us a".
• Option 4: "No improvement" – Incorrect, as the original sentence contains an error.

The correct answer is Option 3.

 

Key Points

• The word "resources" refers to available assets that can be used to benefit a person, organization, or environment.
• The Deep Ocean Mission is aimed at exploring and harnessing underwater resources sustainably.
• The other options: "sectors," "assets," and "subjects" do not fit the context as appropriately.

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

Complete Sentence: "Deep Ocean Mission would not result in any over-exploitation of marine resources by corporate houses and will not affect the life and livelihoods of .................."

Additional Information

• Sectors: parts or divisions of a larger system or economy.
• Assets: resources or items of value owned.
• Subjects: individuals or areas under discussion or analysis.

The correct answer is Option 2.

 

Key Points

• The word "fishermen" refers to people whose occupation is catching fish, crucial for coastal communities.
• The Deep Ocean Mission ensures that it will not affect the livelihood of fishermen who depend on marine resources.
• The other options: "sculptors," "sailors," and "guards" do not fit the context of the sentence.

​Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 2'.

Complete Sentence: Deep Ocean Mission would not result in any over-exploitation of marine resources by corporate houses and will not affect the life and livelihoods of fishermen in the country.

Additional Information

• Sculptors: artists who carve or shape figures from materials.
• Sailors: people who work on ships or boats, primarily in navigation or operation.
• Guards: persons who protect or supervise places or people.

The correct answer is Option 4.

 

Key Points

• The word "develop" means to create, build, or improve something.
• The Deep Ocean Mission aims to explore deep-oceanic resources and develop technologies for their sustainable use, suggesting the creation and improvement of such technologies.
• The other options: "forsake," "shrivel," and "celebrate" do not fit the context of advancing and creating new technologies.

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

Complete Sentence: The Deep Ocean Mission aims to explore deep-oceanic resources and develop technologies for their sustainable use.

Additional Information

• Forsake: to abandon or give up.
• Shrivel: to wither or become shrunken.
• Celebrate: to mark an occasion with festivities.

The correct answer is Option 4.

 

Key Points

• The preposition "to" indicates purpose or intention, making it the correct choice in this context.
• The phrase "intended to identify potential new resources" signifies the goal of the program.
• The other options: "of," "for," and "in" do not appropriately convey the intent or purpose.

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

Complete Sentence: The outcome of the program is intended to identify potential new resources and develop technology for harnessing them in the future.

Additional Information

• Of: expressing the relationship between a part and a whole.
• For: an intended purpose or goal.
• In: indicating inclusion within a space, a place, or limits.

The correct answer is Option 2.

 

Key Points

• The adjective "additional" means more or extra, which fits the context of creating new opportunities for livelihood.
• The phrase "generate additional opportunities for livelihood" indicates the generation of more job prospects.
• The other options: "adding," "additive," and "addition" do not grammatically or contextually fit as well as "additional."

​Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 2'.

Complete Sentence: The outcome of the program is intended to identify potential new resources and develop technology for harnessing them in the future, which may generate additional opportunities for livelihood.

Additional Information

• Adding: the present participle of "add," used to describe an action in progress.
• Additive: a substance added to something in small quantities to improve or preserve it.
• Addition: the action or process of adding something.

'किसी कार्य में निपुण' वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द होगा - पारंगत

Key Points

• 'किसी कार्य में निपुण' वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द होगा - पारंगत
• 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 -

जुल्मी' शब्द का विलोम शब्द होगा - रहमदिल

Key Points

• 'जुल्मी' शब्द का विलोम शब्द 'रहमदिल' होगा।
• 'जुल्मी' का अर्थ - अत्याचार करनेवाला।
• 'रहमदिल' का अर्थ - करुणापूर्ण, सहृदय।
• विलोम - जो शब्द किसी एक शब्द के विपरीत अर्थ को व्यक्त करते हैं, वे विलोम शब्द कहलाते हैं।

अन्य विकल्प-

Additional Information कुछ अन्य महत्वपूर्ण विलोम शब्द -

'जो मोक्ष की इच्छा रखता हो' वाक्यांश के लिए सार्थक शब्द होगा - मुमुक्षु

Key Points

• 'जो मोक्ष की इच्छा रखता हो' वाक्यांश के लिए उपयुक्त शब्द - मुमुक्षु
• 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 -

वाक्य में उचित पर्यायवाची शब्द होगा - साँप

Key Points

• वाक्य - जल्दी आओ घर में साँप (भुजंग) घुस आया है।
• 'भुजंग' का पर्यायवाची शब्द - 'साँप' होगा।
• 'भुजंग' के अन्य पर्यायवाची शब्द - सर्प, फणधर, फणीश, विषधर, काकोदर, व्याल, नाग, अहि, उरग ।
• पर्यायवाची - ऐसे शब्द जिनके अर्थ समान हों, पर्यायवाची शब्द कहलाते हैं।

अन्य विकल्प-

Additional Information कुछ महत्वपूर्ण पर्यायवाची शब्द -

'किस्मत खुल जाना' मुहावरे के अर्थ को सर्वश्रेष्ठ रूप से व्यक्त करता है - भाग्योदय होना

Key Points

• 'किस्मत खुल जाना' का अर्थ - भाग्योदय होना, वाक्य प्रयोग - एक करोड़ की लॉटरी जीतने से उसकी "किस्मत खुल गई"।
• मुहावरा - ऐसे वाक्यांश, जो सामान्य अर्थ का बोध न कराकर किसी विलक्षण अर्थ को प्रकट करते है, उसे मुहावरा कहते है।
• जैसे : 'अंग - अंग टूटना' का अर्थ - थकावट से बदन में दर्द होना, वाक्य प्रयोग - बिस्तर पर लेट्ते ही उसका "अंग-अंग टूट्ने लगा था"।

Important Points 

Additional Information 

कोष्ठक में दिए गए शब्द के पर्यायवाची शब्द का सही विकल्प नहीं है - दृष्टांत

Key Points

• वाक्य - मुझे पढ़ाई के अलावा विभिन्न (खेल) केलि/तमाशा/क्रीड़ा खेलना बहुत पसंद है।
• 'खेल' का पर्यायवाची शब्द - 'केलि, तमाशा, क्रीड़ा' है।
• 'खेल' के अन्य पर्यायवाची शब्द - कूद, प्रतियोगिता, अभिनय, करतब, जुआ, बहलाव और विनोद ।
• 'उदाहरण' के सभी पर्यायवाची शब्द - मिसाल, कथा-प्रसंग, दृष्टान्त, नजीर, नमूना।
• पर्यायवाची - जो शब्द समान अर्थ के कारण किसी दूसरे शब्द की जगह ले लेते हैं, उन्हें पर्यायवाची शब्द कहते हैं।

Additional Information  कुछ महत्वपूर्ण पर्यायवाची शब्द  -

'गरदन झुकना' मुहावरे के अर्थ को सर्वश्रेष्ठ रूप से व्यक्त करता है - लज्जित होना

Key Points

• 'गरदन झुकना' का अर्थ - लज्जित होना।
• वाक्य प्रयोग - शिवा ने कभी कोई गलत काम नहीं किया, लेकिन एक छोटी सी गलती ने उनके पिता को "गरदन झुकना पड़ा"।
• मुहावरा - ऐसे वाक्यांश, जो सामान्य अर्थ का बोध न कराकर किसी विलक्षण अर्थ को प्रकट करते है, उसे मुहावरा कहते है।
• उदाहरण के लिए - '​घर का चिराग गुल होना' का अर्थ - पुत्र की मृत्यु होना।
• वाक्य प्रयोग - यह सुनकर बड़ा दुःख हुआ कि मेरे मित्र के "घर का चिराग गुल हो गया"।

Important Points 

Additional Information 

रिक्त स्थान के लिए सही भाववाचक संज्ञा वाला विकल्प होगा - साहित्य

Key Points

• वाक्य - मैंने अपने महाविद्यालय में बहुत से साहित्य का अध्ययन किया है।
• यहाँ पर 'साहित्य' शब्द से किसी भाव, अवस्था, गुण, दोष, दशा आदि का पता चल रहा है, अतः यह शब्द भाववाचक संज्ञा है।
• जो शब्द किसी चीज़ या पदार्थ की अवस्था, दशा या भाव का बोध कराते हैं, उन शब्दों को भाववाचक संज्ञा कहते हैं।
• जैसे- बचपन, बुढ़ापा, मोटापा, मिठास, उमंग, चढाई, थकावट, मानवता, चतुराई, जवानी, लम्बाई, मित्रता, मुस्कुराहट, अपनापन, भूख, आदि। 
• भारत में गरीबी बढ़ रही है। ​

अन्य विकल्प -

• 'किताब' शब्द जातिवाचक संज्ञा हैं।
• 'पाठ' शब्द भाववाचक संज्ञा हैं।
• 'साहित्यिक' एक विशेषण शब्द हैं।

Additional Information जातिवाचक संज्ञा - 

• जो शब्द किसी व्यक्ति, वस्तु या स्थान की संपूर्ण जाति का बोध कराते हैं, उन शब्दों को जातिवाचक संज्ञा कहते हैं।
• जैसे- मोबाइल, पुस्तक, कार, गाँव, शहर, बगीचा, नदी, आदमी, जानवर, पशु, लड़का आदि।
• ​मैंने उसके घर फोन लगाया।

विशेषण -

• संज्ञा अथवा सर्वनाम शब्दों की विशेषता (गुण, दोष, संख्या, परिमाण आदि) बताने वाले शब्द 'विशेषण' कहलाते हैं।
• जैसे- बड़ा, काला, लंबा, दयालु, भारी, सुंदर, कायर, टेढ़ा-मेढ़ा, एक, दो आदि।​
• कौआ काला होता है।

कोष्ठक में दिए गए शब्द के तत्सम रूप का सही विकल्प है - अग्निष्ठिका

Key Points

• 'अग्निष्ठिका' एक तत्सम शब्द है, जबकि इसका तद्भव शब्द 'अंगीठी' होगा।
• तत्सम - जिन शब्दों को संस्कृत से बिना किसी परिवर्तन के ले लिया जाता है, उन्हें तत्सम शब्द कहते हैं। 
• जैसे - आम्र, गृह, मार्ग आदि।
• तद्भव - जिन शब्दों में समय और परिस्थितियों के कारण कुछ परिवर्तन होने से जो शब्द बने हैं, उन्हें तद्भव कहते हैं। 
• जैसे- आम्र, घर, पग आदि।​

अन्य विकल्प-

Additional Information कुछ महत्वपूर्ण ​तत्सम और तद्भव शब्द -