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The logic followed here is:

Hence, "Option 1" is the correct answer.

The least possible Venn diagram for the given statements is as shown below :

Conclusions:

I.  All O are M → Does not follow (As no M are N and some O are N. So it is possible but not definite.)

II. No N is M → Follow (As no M are N. As direct relation is given between M and N that M cannot be N, therefore it is true.)

∴ Here, Only conclusion II follows.

Hence, "Option 1" is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

1. Shaded quadrilateral element → Increasing column wise subsequently.

2. Arrow element → Shift one step downward column wise.

Thus, the final series is:

Hence, "Option 3" is the correct answer.

The figure which when put in place of '?' will logically complete the pattern is shown below:

Thus, option Figure 1 will logically complete the pattern given.

Hence, "Option 1" is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is :-

From the given two different cubes the adjacent sides are as shown below :

As 6 is common on both the dice, it is clear that 2, 6, 1, and 5 are adjacent to it, and the remaining i.e. 4 will be opposite to it.

Opposite pairs:

3 → 5

2 → 1

6 → 4

So, the opposite side of "5" will be side "3".

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

The logic followed here is:

 

So, the 'Eiffel Tower' is in 'France',

But, 'France' is called 'Italy'.

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

Given: Eight friends A, B, C, D, E, F, G and H are seated in a straight line and all of them are facing north.

1) F sits at one of the extreme ends of the line. 

2) B sits second to right of F.

3) Only three people sit between B and E.

4) C sits third to the left of D.

5. Only two people sit between D and A.

6. G is not an immediate neighbour of E.

Thus, after positioning G only one position is left which will be occupied by the only person left i.e. H.

Thus, after according to the final arrangement C is sitting on the immediate left of B.

Hence, "Option 3" is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Hence, "Option 2" is the correct answer.

Alternate Method

The logic followed here is:

'DAILY' is coded as '50739'

'EARLY' is coded as '75834'

'EVENT' is coded as '42641'

Thus, code for D is either 0 or 9.

As out of all the options, 9 is given, therefore code for D is 9.

Hence, "Option 2" is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Hence, "Option 3" is the correct answer.

Given statement: Pointing towards a man in photo, Ram said. "He is the brother of my son's paternal grandfather".

As Ram's gender is not known yet, therefore there are two possible cases.

Case 1) If Ram is male.

Case 2) If Ram is female.

So, the man can be Ram's either paternal uncle i.e. father's brother or husband's paternal uncle.

As out of all the options 'Father's brother' is given, therefore case is eliminated.

Thus, the man is Ram's father's brother.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2"

The logic followed here is:

QTW : MPS

Similarly,

DGJ : ?

Hence, "Option 3" is the correct answer.

Given series: r_tuvrstuvr_tuvrstuvrstuvr_tuvrstuvrst_v

Option 1) tust→ rttuvrstuvrutuvrstuvrstuvrstuvrstuvrsttv → (It doesn't follow any pattern)

Option 2) suvt → rstuvrstuvrutuvrstuvrstuvrvtuvrstuvrsttv →  (It doesn't follow any pattern)

Option 3) sssu → rstuvrstuvrstuvrstuvrstuvrstuvrstuvrstuv → (It follows the pattern of: rstuv - rstuv - rstuv - rstuv - rstuv - rstuv - rstuv - rstuv)

Option 4) utvu → rutuvrstuvrttuvrstuvrstuvrvtuvrstuvrstuv → (It doesn't follow any pattern)

Hence, "Option 3" is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

WZC : XAD

So, checking each option one by one:

Option 1) CGK : DHL

Option 2) PPV : VUL

Option 3) HAV : BUX

Option 4) ABB : BZU

Thus, out of all the options, 'CGK : DHL' follows the same logic as given.

Hence, "Option 1" is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

1. Minus sign element → Shift alternately two steps and one step anticlockwise subsequently.

2. Divide sign element → Shift alternately one step and two steps anticlockwise subsequently.

Thus, the final series is:

Hence, "Option 4" is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is :-

From the given two different cubes the adjacent sides are as shown below :

As x is common on both the dice, it is clear that y, z, m, and n are adjacent to it, and the remaining i.e. p will be opposite to it.

Opposite pairs:

y → m

z → n

x → p

So, the opposite side of "y" will be side "m".

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

Given: Five persons A, B, C, D and E are sitting around a circular table facing towards the centre.

1) B is sitting second to the right of E.

2. A is sitting second to the left of E.

3) C is not an immediate neighbour of D and A. 

Thus, according to the final arrangement B is sitting on the immediate right of C.

Hence, "Option 1" is the correct answer.

The correct Dictionary order is:

2. Lick
3. Lid
4. Lie
5. Lien
6. Lieu

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

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

The logic followed here is:

Let @  and # be '+'

Let * be '×'

So,

105 @ 100 * 6 # 7 = 712 ⇒ 105 + 100 × 6 + 7 = 712

⇒ 105 + 100 × 6 + 7 = 712

⇒ 105 + 600 + 7 = 712

⇒ 712 = 712 (LHS + RHS)

And,

108 @ 80 * 15 # 60 = 1368 ⇒ 108 + 80 × 15 + 60 = 1368

⇒ 108 + 80 × 15 + 60 = 1368

⇒ 108 + 1200 + 60 = 1368

⇒ 1368 = 1368 (LHS = RHS)

Similarly,

60 @ 45 * 16 # 25 = ? ⇒ 60 + 45 × 16 + 25 = ?

⇒ 60 + 45 × 16 + 25 = ?

⇒ 60 + 720 + 25 = ?

⇒ 805 

Hence, "Option 2" is the correct answer.

Given : 29 + 12 - 4 × 40 ÷ 5 = 49

According to the question, after interchanging the signs:

Option 1) × and +

29 + 12 - 4 × 40 ÷ 5 = 49 ⇒ 29 × 12 - 4 + 40 ÷ 5 = 49

⇒ 29 × 12 - 4 + 40 ÷ 5 = 49

⇒ 29 × 12 - 4 + 8 = 49

⇒ 348 + 8 - 4 = 49

⇒ 356 - 4 = 49

⇒ 352 ≠ 49 (LHS ≠ RHS)

Option  2) + and ÷

29 + 12 - 4 × 40 ÷ 5 = 49 ⇒ 29 ÷ 12 - 4 × 40 + 5 = 49

⇒ 29 ÷ 12 - 4 × 40 + 5 = 49

⇒ 2.42 - 4 × 40 + 5 = 49

⇒ 2.42 + 5 - 160 = 49

⇒ 5.42 - 160 = 49

⇒ 154.58 ≠ 49 (LHS ≠ RHS)

Option  3) + and - 

29 + 12 - 4 × 40 ÷ 5 = 49 ⇒ 29 - 12 + 4 × 40 ÷ 5 = 49

⇒ 29 - 12 + 4 × 40 ÷ 5 = 49

⇒ 29 - 12 + 4 × 8 = 49

⇒ 29 + 32 - 12 = 49

⇒ 61 - 12 = 49

⇒ 49 = 49 (LHS = RHS)

Option  4) × and -

29 + 12 - 4 × 40 ÷ 5 = 49 ⇒ 29 + 12 × 4 - 40 ÷ 5 = 49

⇒ 29 + 12 × 4 - 40 ÷ 5 = 49

⇒ 29 + 12 × 4 - 8 = 49

⇒ 29 + 48 - 8 = 49

⇒ 77 - 8 = 49

⇒ 69 ≠ 49 (LHS ≠ RHS)

Hence, "Option 3" is the correct answer.

The correct answer is PART III.

Key Points

Six fundamental rights are recognized by the Indian constitution.

• Under Part-III (article 12 - 35) of the constitution, every citizen has provided 6 fundamental rights.
• A total of seven rights were originally provided by the Constitution.
• 44th amendment (1978 A.D.) removed the right to property and made a legal right (300A).
• The fundamental rights secure the natural rights of all citizens and it was taken from the constitution of the U.S.A.​

Additional Informatio

The correct answer is Karnataka.

Key Points

• Yakshagana is a traditional Indian theatre form, developed in Karnataka.
• It combines dance, music, dialogue, costume, make-up, and stage techniques with a unique style and form.
• It is believed to have evolved from pre-classical music and theatre during the period of the Bhakti.
• Most of the stories in yakshagana are drawn from the epics like Ramayana, Mahabharata, Bhagavatha and other mythological episodes.
• Yakshagana literally means, “song” of the yaksha or music of celestial beings.
• The mela or troupe consists of two main parts:
• Mummela (foreground actors)
• Himmela (singers and instrumentalists in the background).
• Theyyam is also a manifestation of Bhutha worship.
• ​Yakshagana is believed to have evolved from the ancient Bhutha-worship prevalent in Dakshina Kannada and Kasaragod.
• It is known that two variants of Yakshagana exist. The characteristics or features of these two different styles of Yakshagana are listed below:
• ​Badagu Thittu (Northern Style):
• Originates in the northern regions of Karnataka, including Udupi and North Kannada districts.
• Known for its dynamic and vigorous dance movements.
• Features more rhythmic footwork and elaborate expressions.
• Emphasis on narrative singing and dialogues.
• Instruments used: Maddale (drum), Chende (cylindrical drum), and Harmonium.
• Thenku Thittu (Southern Style):
• Predominantly practiced in the southern parts of Karnataka and Kasaragod in Kerala.
• Characterized by smooth and graceful dance movements.
• Focuses more on the dramatic elements of acting and expressions.
• Costumes and ornaments are generally more vibrant and ornamental.
• Instruments used: Chende (cylindrical drum) and Taala (cymbals).

The correct answer is Article 176.

Key Points

• Article 176
• Article 176 of the Constitution of India deals with a special address by the Governor.
• The Governor comes under Article 153 to 167 in Part VI of the constitution.
• The government is appointed by the president.
• The governor is the chief executive head of the state.
• 7th Constitutional Amendment Act of 1956 facilitated the appointment of the same person as a Governor for two or more States.

Additional Information

• Article 171
• Article 171 of the Indian Constitution deals with the composition of the Legislative Councils.
• The Legislative Council is the upper house in those states of India that have a bicameral legislature.
• According to Article 171, the total number of members in the Legislative Council of a state shall not exceed one-third of the total number of members in the Legislative Assembly of that state.
• The members of the Legislative Council are elected by various groups including the Legislative Assembly, graduates, teachers, and local authority members.
• The Governor of the state also nominates some members to the Legislative Council.
• Article 175
• Article 175 of the Indian Constitution mentions the right of the Governor to address and to send messages to the House (or Houses) of the state legislature.
• This article empowers the Governor to communicate with the state legislature, ensuring a channel for the executive to convey important messages or addresses.
• The Governor can address the state legislature at the commencement of each session and can send messages to either House of the legislature.
• The Houses are required to consider any matter the Governor addresses or sends as a message.
• Article 173
• Article 173 of the Indian Constitution "Qualification for membership of the State Legislature" deals with the State Government.
• The purpose of article 173(a) of the Constitution is to ensure that any person, who wants to be a member of Legislature of a State, must bear true faith and allegiance to the Constitution of India as by law established and undertake to uphold the sovereignty and integrity of India, and, to ensure this, he must make an oath or affirmation.
• The article does not mention that the making of oath or affirmation is to be preliminary to the validity of candidature in each constituency, and recognizes the fact that, once the necessary qualification is obtained, that qualification removes the bar laid down by that article.

The correct answer is Geological Survey of India (GSI).

Key Points

• Establishment: GSI was established in 1851 under the British Raj, making it one of the oldest geological surveys in the world.
• Primary Objective: GSI's primary goal is to conduct geological surveys and studies of India to provide fundamental earth science information for the government, industry, and public.
• Headquarters: GSI's headquarters is located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
• Regional Offices: GSI has six regional offices located in Lucknow, Jaipur, Nagpur, Hyderabad, Shillong, and Kolkata.
• Activities: GSI's activities include:
• Ground surveys
• Airborne and marine surveys
• Mineral prospecting and investigation
• Multidisciplinary geoscientific studies
• Geotechnical studies
• Geo-environmental studies
• Natural hazards studies
• Glaciology
• Seismotectonic studies
• Fundamental research

The correct answer is Australia.

Key Points

Inception: The inaugural ICC Men's T20 World Cup was held in 2007 in South Africa.

Frequency: The tournament is held every two years, with the exception of 2011, 2018, and 2020.

Most Successful Teams: India, West Indies, and England are the most successful teams, each having won the tournament twice.

Format: The tournament typically involves a group stage followed by Super 12 and knockout stages.

2024 Edition: The 2024 edition was co-hosted by the United States and West Indies.

2024 Winner: India won the 2024 edition, defeating South Africa in the final.

Most Runs: Virat Kohli holds the record for the most runs scored in T20 World Cups.

Most Wickets: Shakib Al Hasan holds the record for the most wickets taken in T20 World Cups.

Highest Individual Score: Chris Gayle holds the record for the highest individual score in a T20 World Cup match.

Most Sixes: Chris Gayle also holds the record for the most sixes hit in T20 World Cups.

The correct answer is 0.

Key Points

Swimming:

• Swimming is an individual or team racing sport that requires the use of one's entire body to move through the water.
• The sport takes place in pools or open water (e.g., in a sea or lake).
• Competitive swimming is one of the most popular Olympic sports, with varied distance events.
• It has 4 styles of swimming.

Explanation:

Swimming Federation of India:

• The Swimming Federation of India (SFI) is the national governing body for aquatic sports in India.
• Legally, it is a non-profit association registered under the West Bengal Societies Registration Act, 1861.
• The federation holds elections for its office bearers every four years.
• The SFI currently oversees competition in the sports of swimming, masters swimming, synchronized swimming, diving, high diving, and water polo. It is affiliated with FINA, and the Asia Swimming Federation (AASF).
• The SFI was formed by the merger of the National Swimming Association (NSA) and the Indian Swimming Federation (ISF) in 1948.

Thus, the Swimming Federation of India was formed in the year 1948.

The correct answer is 31.2 percent.

Key Points

 As per Census 2011-

• It conducted by the Registrar General of India, the total number of agricultural workers in the country have increased from 234.1 million (127.3 million cultivators and 106.8 million agricultural labourers) in 2001 to 263.1 million (118.8 million cultivators and 144.3 million agricultural labourers) in 2011.
• So the number of farmers has decreased while the number of agricultural labourers has increased from 2001 to 2011.

Additional Information

Census in India:

• It was done for the first time in 1872 under the British Viceroy Lord Mayo.
• After that, it is conducted at intervals every 10 years.
• However, the first complete census of India was conducted in 1881.
• Since 1949, it is conducted by the Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.
• All censuses after 1951 were conducted under the 1948 Census Act.
• As of 2011, the Census of India has been conducted 15 times.

The correct answer is Ravi Sinha.

Key Points

• The headquarter of R&AW is situated in New Delhi and was established on 21 September 1968.
• R&AW is Research and Analysis Wing and it is India's foreign intelligence agency.
• The main functions of R&AW are:

1. gathering foreign intelligence
2. counter-proliferation
3. counter-terrorism
4. advancing India's foreign strategic interest
5. advising Indian policymakers

• The organization has played a major role in events like the creation of Bangladesh and the accession of the state of Sikkim to India.
• The organization is under the direct command of the Prime Minister of India.
• Samant Goel is the current chief of Research and Analysis Wing.

The correct answer is Dry ice.

Key Points

• Dry Ice
• Dry ice is simply carbon dioxide that has been cooled and condensed.
• When it reaches ambient temperature and pressure, it bypasses the melting process and expands directly into carbon dioxide gas.
• Dry ice is made by compressing and cooling gaseous CO2under high pressure, resulting in liquid CO2.
• Dry ice is frequently used as a substitute for refrigeration for groceries and medical supplies due to its exceptionally low temperature of -78.C
• Uses of Dry Ice
• Dry ice is used to keep the sensitive asphalt at the proper temperature during transportation from the manufacturing factory to the job site.
• During breakdowns, use dry ice to keep the contents of the refrigerator cool.
• Dry ice is the most efficient and cost-effective way of keeping perishables cooled or frozen.

The correct answer is 1st April.

Key Points

• New Foreign Trade Policy:
• The New foreign trade policy 2015-20 was unveiled on 1st April 2015 at Vigyan Bhawan, Delhi.
• It provides a roadmap for the trade engagement of India in future.
• The new trade policy focuses on supporting both the manufacturing sector and the service sector.
• It puts emphasis on the improvement of India's ease of doing business.
• The new policy provides a five-year roadmap for employment generation, and value addition to the Indian economy.

The correct answer is 1951-1956.

Key Points

• First Plan (1951-1956)
• The First Five-year Plan was launched in 1951 which mainly focused on the development of the primary sector.
• The First Five-Year Plan was based on the Harrod–Domar model with few modifications.
• This then-president was Dr. Rajendra Prasad and Gulzarilal Nanda was the vice-president.
• It mainly addressed the agrarian sector, including investment in large dams and irrigation.

Additional Information

• Five-Year Plans
• These are national economic programmes that are controlled and integrated.
• In 1928, Joseph Stalin implemented the Soviet Union’s first Five-Year Plan.
• Most communist countries and a few capitalist ones have since adopted them.
• Various Industrialists in 1944 drafted a joint proposal for setting up a planned economy in India (Bombay Plan).
• Under the socialist influence of prime minister Nehru, India established its First FYP in 1951, shortly after independence.

The correct answer is Kanak Rele.

Key Points

• Pioneer of Mohiniyattam: Kalamandalam Sathyabhama was a legendary dancer and one of the pioneers of Mohiniyattam, a classical dance form from Kerala.
• Revival and Preservation: She played a crucial role in the revival and preservation of Mohiniyattam, which was facing decline during the colonial era.
• Founder of Kalamandalam: Sathyabhama was a founding member of the prestigious Kalamandalam, a premier institution for the performing arts in Kerala.
• Innovations in Mohiniyattam: She introduced several innovations to Mohiniyattam, including new themes, costumes, and choreography, making it more accessible to a wider audience.
• Recognition and Awards: Sathyabhama received numerous awards and honors for her contributions to Mohiniyattam, including the Padma Bhushan, India's third-highest civilian award.

The correct answer is A R Rahman.

Key Points

• A. R. Rahman: Mozart of Madras Isai Puyal.
• Rahman, in full Allah Rakha Rahman, original name A.S. Dileep Kumar, Indian composer whose extensive body of work for film and stage earned him the nickname “the Mozart of Madras.” Rahman's father, R.K.
• A R Rahman is an Indian Music Director, Singer and also a Music producer.
• He has won many awards till date and is a popular face in the Indian music industry.

The correct answer is Badminton.

Key Points

• Badminton
• ​Lawn, court, or badminton game played with a shuttlecock and lightweight rackets.
• The shuttlecock, commonly referred to as a "bird" or "birdie," was historically a little cork hemisphere with 16 goose feathers sewn on it that weighed about 0.17 ounces (5 grams).
• Modern play may still employ these shuttles, although the Badminton World Federation also permits the use of synthetic shuttles.
• The game is called after Badminton, which was initially played around 1873 at the Duke of Beaufort's country home in Gloucestershire, England.
• Poona, a game played by British army officers stationed in India in the 1860s, is directly related to badminton.
• In 1899, the first unofficial all-England men's badminton championships and the inaugural badminton competition for women were arranged the next year.
• Badminton made its Olympic debut in 1972 as a demonstration sport and in 1988 as an exhibition sport.
• It was made a full-medal Olympic sport for the 1992 Games, including competition in the men's and women's singles (one against one) and doubles events (two against two).
• The mixed pairs event debuted in the 1996 Olympics.
• The rectangular court is 44 feet (13.4 metres) long and 17 feet (5.2 metres) in width for singles and doubles, respectively.​

Additional Information

The correct answer is Haryana.

Key Points

• Baisakhi is celebrated in the month of April every year in India.
• It marks the beginning of the harvest season for the rabi crops.
• This festival is also significant for Sikhs as it commemorates the formation of the Khalsa in 1699 by Guru Gobind Singh.
• It is celebrated with great enthusiasm, especially in the state of Punjab.
• People participate in processions, fairs, and perform the traditional Bhangra dance.

Additional Information

• Baisakhi is also known as Vaisakhi in some regions.
• It is observed on 13th or 14th April each year.
• In addition to Punjab, Baisakhi is celebrated in various parts of India, including Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand.
• It is considered an auspicious day for new beginnings and many people take a holy dip in rivers.
• In rural areas, it is a time for community gatherings and traditional sports.

The correct answer is Mohammad Ali and Shaukat Ali.

Key Points

• Khilafat Movement:
• The movement was started as an agitation by the Indian Muslims against the treatment accorded to the Ottoman Empire after World War I
• The Khilafat Movement begins in 1919 under the leadership of the Ali brothers; Maulana Muhammad Ali and Maulana Shaukat Ali.
• By the mid-1920s, the Khilafat leaders joined hands with Gandhi's Non-Cooperation Movement.
• The All India Khilafat Committee was formed at Lucknow in 1919 under the leadership of the Ali Brothers, Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad, Hasrat Mohani and other notable Muslim leaders.
• The primary objective was to tap into the resentment of Indian Muslims and rally them into a pan-Indian agitation against the British Empire.

The correct answer is Mahabharata.

Key Points

• The Mahabharata was originally known as the Jaya Samhita.
• It was a shorter epic version, consisting of only 8,800 verses.
• It was written by the sage Vyasa and focused on the events leading up to and including the Kurukshetra War.
• The Jaya Samhita was later expanded by Vyasa's disciple Vaisampayana, who added 15,200 verses.
• This expanded version of the epic was called the Bharata, and it was the first time that the story of the Mahabharata was told in its entirety.
• The Bharata was further expanded by other authors over the centuries, and it eventually grew to its current size of over 100,000 verses.
• This final version of the epic is known as the Mahabharata.
• The name "Jaya Samhita" means "Collection of Victories".
• It is thought that this name was chosen because the epic focuses on the victory of the Pandavas over the Kauravas in the Kurukshetra War.
• The Mahabharata is one of the longest epics in the world, and it is a major part of Hindu culture.
• It is a complex and fascinating story that has been told and retold for centuries.

The correct answer is 2005.

Key Points

• The United Nations Headquarters (Secretariat) is located in New York
• The United Nations was formed following the devastating World War II.
• It was established with the aim of preventing future global-scale conflicts.
• The representatives of 50 governments met in San Francisco on 25 April 1945, to draft what became the UN Charter.
• The Charter was adopted on 25 June 1945 and came into effect on 24 October 1945.
• United Nations Functions
• ​In accordance with the Charter, the organization’s objectives include maintaining international peace and security, protecting human rights, delivering humanitarian aid, promoting sustainable development, and upholding international law.
• At its founding, the UN had 51 member states. It grew to 193 in 2011, representing the vast majority of the world’s sovereign states.

 Additional Information

• The General Assembly occupies a central position as the chief deliberative, policymaking, and representative organ of the United Nations.
• Permanent member of the UN :
• China.
• France.
• Russian Federation.
• United Kingdom
• The United States of America.

The correct answer is Mid-Day meal.

Key Points

• Largest school feeding program launched with a view to enhancing enrolment, retention, attendance and simultaneously improving nutrition levels amongst school-going children.
• Launched as a centrally sponsored scheme (National Programme of Nutritional Support to Primary Education) on 15th August 1995.
• Now governed by provisions of the National Food Security Act (2013).
• Established to provide hot cooked meals to primary school children in schools run by various government bodies to ensure both nutrition of children and attendance in school.

Additional Information

• The MDM guidelines are designed in such a manner that children get a sufficient amount of carbohydrates, proteins, and micronutrients such as iron and folic acid.
• The primary school children are provided with 450 calories and 12g protein while children in upper primary classes get 700 calories with 20g protein.
• MDM scheme addresses the issue of hunger and protein-energy malnutrition amongst the age group of 6-14 years thereby positively impacting learning outcomes in school.

The correct answer is 2.3 percent.

Key Points

• The 15th Census of India and the 7th Census of Independent India-2011 was started on 1st April 2010.
• The slogan of census 2011 was ‘Our Census, Our future’.
• As per census- 2011 total population of India was 1,210,854,977.
• Most populous-Uttar Pradesh.
• Least populous-Sikkim.​

Given:

In a mixture, water and wine are in the ratio of 7 ∶ 19.

It contains 12 litres more wine than water.

Formula used:

Let the quantity of water be 7x litres and the quantity of wine be 19x litres.

According to the problem:

19x - 7x = 12

Calculation:

19x - 7x = 12

⇒ 12x = 12

⇒ x = 1

Quantity of wine = 19x = 19 × 1 = 19 litres

∴ The correct answer is option (4).

Given:

D can complete 10% of the work in 3 days.

Formula used:

Total days to complete the entire work = (100 / Percentage of work done) × Days taken

Calculation:

⇒ Total days = (100 / 10) × 3

⇒ Total days = 10 × 3

⇒ Total days = 30

∴ D can complete the entire work in 30 days.

Given:

After a discount of 25 percent an article is sold for ₹5550

Formula used:

Selling Price (SP) = Marked Price (MP) × (1 - Discount/100)

Calculation:

5550 = MP × (1 - 25/100)

⇒ 5550 = MP × (1 - 0.25)

⇒ 5550 = MP × 0.75

⇒ MP = 5550 / 0.75

⇒ MP = 7400

∴ The correct answer is option (4).

Given:

Number of students = 60

Percentage interested in history = 50%

Percentage interested in geography = 50%

Average score in history = 85

Average score in geography = 75

Formula used:

Weighted Average = $\dfrac{(n_1 \times avg_1) + (n_2 \times avg_2)}{n_1 + n_2}$

Where,

$n_1$ = Number of students interested in history

$n_2$ = Number of students interested in geography

$avg_1$ = Average score in history

$avg_2$ = Average score in geography

Calculation:

$n_1$ = 60 × 0.5 = 30

$n_2$ = 60 × 0.5 = 30

Weighted Average = $\dfrac{(30 \times 85) + (30 \times 75)}{30 + 30}$

⇒ Weighted Average = $\dfrac{2550 + 2250}{60}$

⇒ Weighted Average = $\dfrac{4800}{60}$

⇒ Weighted Average = 80

∴ The correct answer is option (4).

Alternate MethodCalculations:

Total students = 60

Students interested in history = 50% of 60 = 30

Students interested in geography = 60 - 30 = 30

Average score in history = 85

Average score in geography = 75

Total score for history = 30 × 85 = 2550

Total score for geography = 30 × 75 = 2250

Total score for entire group = 2550 + 2250 = 4800

Average score for entire group = 4800 / 60 = 80

∴ The average score for the entire group is 80.

The correct answer is 1800

Explanation:

Given Data:

1. P1 got 62.5% less marks than P2.
   
2. P1 got 70% more marks than P3.
   
3. P2's marks = 8160.

We are tasked to find P3's marks.

Step 1: Determine P1's marks based on P2's marks

• P1 got 62.5% less marks than P2.

        "62.5% less" means P1 has 100% - 62.5% = 37.5% of P2's marks.

• Therefore, P1's marks = 37.5% of 8160 :

   

         $\text{P1's marks} = 8160 \times \frac{37.5}{100} = 8160 \times 0.375 = 3060$.

   

Step 2: Determine P3's marks based on P1's marks

• P1 got 70% more marks than P3.

        "70% more" means P1 has 100% + 70% = 170% of P3's marks.

• Therefore:

   

         $\text{P1's marks} = 170\% , \text{of P3's marks}$.

   

         Rearrange to solve for P3's marks:

   

         $\text{P3's marks} = \frac{\text{P1's marks}}{1.7}$.

• Substitute \text{P1's marks} = 3060 :

   

         $\text{P3's marks} = \frac{3060}{1.7} = 1800$.

Final Answer: 3) 1800

Given:

If X = 50 and Y = 25, then X is how much percentage more than Y?

Formula used:

Percentage increase = $\dfrac{(X - Y)}{Y} \times 100$

Calculations:

Percentage increase = $\dfrac{(50 - 25)}{25} \times 100$

⇒ $\dfrac{25}{25} \times 100$

⇒ 1 × 100

⇒ 100%

∴ The correct answer is option 3.

Given:

What is the value of 415 ÷ 5 - 44 × 2 ÷ 8 + 53

Formula used:

Follow the BODMAS

Calculations:

415 ÷ 5 - 44 × 2 ÷ 8 + 53

⇒ 83 - 44 × 2 ÷ 8 + 53

⇒ 83 - 88 ÷ 8 + 53

⇒ 83 - 11 + 53

⇒ 72 + 53

⇒ 125

∴ The correct answer is 125.

Shortcut Trick

If the entire ₹ 600 was lent at 5%, the interest would be 5% of 600 = ₹ 30.

Actual interest received is ₹ 62, so extra interest = 62 − 30 = ₹ 32.

This extra ₹ 32 is due to the additional 8% (13% − 5%) rate on the second part.

8% of the second part = 32 ⇒ Second part = (32 × 100) ÷ 8 = ₹ 400.

First part = 600 − 400 = ₹ 200.

∴ The correct answer is ₹ 200 and ₹ 400.

Alternate Method

Given:

Total sum (P) = ₹ 600

Rates of interest = 5% and 13%

Total simple interest = ₹ 62

Time (T) = 1 year

Formula Used:

Simple Interest (I) = (P × R × T) ÷ 100

Interest at 5% ₹30

Interest at 13% ₹78

Actual Interest ₹62

78 − 62 16

62 − 30 32

Investment Ratio = 1 : 2

Calculations:

Using the Alligation method on the interest values instead of percentages to avoid fractions:

⇒ If the entire sum was invested at 5%, interest = (600 × 5) ÷ 100 = ₹ 30

⇒ If the entire sum was invested at 13%, interest = (600 × 13) ÷ 100 = ₹ 78

⇒ The actual interest earned is ₹ 62.

⇒ Applying alligation cross-difference, ratio of investments = (78 − 62) : (62 − 30) = 16 : 32 = 1 : 2

⇒ Total ratio parts = 1 + 2 = 3 parts

⇒ 3 parts = ₹ 600 ⇒ 1 part = ₹ 200

⇒ Sum lent at 5% (1 part) = ₹ 200

⇒ Sum lent at 13% (2 parts) = 200 × 2 = ₹ 400

∴ The correct answer is ₹ 200 and ₹ 400.

Additional Information

Simple Interest (SI)

It is calculated only on the principal amount. Formula: I = (P × R × T) ÷ 100, where P = Principal, R = Rate of Interest, T = Time period in years.

Rule of Alligation

When two ingredients or investments are mixed, the ratio of their quantities is inversely proportional to the differences in their unit prices or percentages. Quantity Ratio = (Dearer − Mean) : (Mean − Cheaper).

Assumption (Shift) Method

This method assumes the entire quantity belongs to one category to find the net deviation. It is often much faster than framing equations and helps avoid complex fractions in mixture and interest problems.

Given:

What is the value of 8400 ÷ 2 - 2100 + 15 × 8

Formula used:

BODMAS

Calculation:

8400 ÷ 2 - 2100 + 15 × 8

⇒ 4200 - 2100 + 120

⇒ 4200 - 2100 + 120

⇒ 2100 + 120

⇒ 2220

∴ The correct answer is option 2.

Given:

Three friends can complete a puzzle in 4 hours.

If they invite two more friends to help, how long will it take to complete the same puzzle?

Formula used:

Work done is inversely proportional to the number of people working.

Calculation:

Let x be the time taken with 5 friends.

3 friends × 4 hours = 5 friends × x hours

⇒ 3 × 4 = 5 × x

⇒ 12 = 5x

⇒ x = 12/5

⇒ x = 2.4 hours

⇒ x = 2.4 × 60 minutes

⇒ x = 144 minutes

∴ The correct answer is option (4).

Given:

The average height of W, X, and Y is 185 cm.

The average height of W and X is 153 cm.

The average height of X and Y is 152 cm.

Formula used:

Average = (Sum of terms) / (Number of terms)

Calculations:

Let the heights of W, X, and Y be w, x, and y respectively.

Average height of W, X, and Y = 185 cm

⇒ (w + x + y) / 3 = 185

⇒ w + x + y = 555

Average height of W and X = 153 cm

⇒ (w + x) / 2 = 153

⇒ w + x = 306

Average height of X and Y = 152 cm

⇒ (x + y) / 2 = 152

⇒ x + y = 304

Now, we have two equations:

1. w + x = 306

2. x + y = 304

Adding both equations, we get:

⇒ w + x + x + y = 306 + 304

⇒ w + 2x + y = 610

We already know that w + x + y = 555

⇒ w + x + y + x = 555 + x

⇒ 555 + x = 610

⇒ x = 610 - 555

⇒ x = 55 cm

∴ The correct answer is option 4.

Shortcut Trick

Ratio of Speed (Original : New) = 7 : 6.

Since Distance is constant, Ratio of Time (Original : New) = 6 : 7.

Difference in Time units = 7 − 6 = 1 unit.

Given, 1 unit = 20 min.

Usual Time = 6 units = 6 × 20 = 120 min.

∴ The correct answer is 120 min.

Alternate Method

Given:

New Speed = 6/7 of Original Speed.

Time delay = 20 min.

Formula Used:

Distance = Speed × Time

Calculations:

⇒ Let the usual speed be S and usual time be T.

⇒ New Speed (S′) = 6S/7

⇒ New Time (T′) = T + 20

⇒ Since Distance is constant, S × T = S′ × T′

⇒ S × T = (6S/7) × (T + 20)

⇒ T = (6/7) × (T + 20)

⇒ 7T = 6T + 120

⇒ T = 120 min

∴ The correct answer is 120 min.

Additional Information

Inverse Variation

When the distance is constant, the speed is inversely proportional to the time taken (S ∝ 1/T). If speed becomes a/b, time becomes b/a.

Average Speed Formula

If a certain distance is covered at speed x and the same distance is covered at speed y, the average speed for the whole journey is 2xy / (x + y).

Relative Speed

When two objects move in the same direction, their relative speed is the difference of their speeds (S₁ − S₂).

Given:

Initial ratio of two numbers = 7 ∶ 8

After increasing each number by 4, the ratio becomes 9 ∶ 10

Formula used:

If the numbers are 7x and 8x, then:

$\dfrac{7x+4}{8x+4} = \dfrac{9}{10}$

Calculation:

⇒ (7x + 4) × 10 = (8x + 4) × 9

⇒ 70x + 40 = 72x + 36

⇒ 72x - 70x = 40 - 36

⇒ 2x = 4

⇒ x = 2

The two numbers are 7x = 7 × 2 = 14 and 8x = 8 × 2 = 16

The difference between the two numbers is 16 - 14 = 2.

∴ The difference between the numbers is 2.

Given:

Saurabh purchased a ring at 26% less of the marked price and sold it at 10% more than the marked price.

Formula used:

Profit% = $\dfrac{Selling Price - Cost Price}{Cost Price} \times 100$

Calculation:

Let the marked price (MP) = ₹100

Cost Price (CP) = ₹100 - 26% of ₹100 = ₹100 - ₹26 = ₹74

Selling Price (SP) = ₹100 + 10% of ₹100 = ₹100 + ₹10 = ₹110

⇒ Profit = SP - CP = ₹110 - ₹74 = ₹36

⇒ Profit% = $\dfrac{36}{74} \times 100$

⇒ Profit% ≈ 48.6%

∴ The correct answer is 48.6%

Given:

Principal (P) = ₹20,000

Rate (r) = 9%

Time (t) = 2 years

Formula used:

A = P$(1+\frac{r}{100})^t$

Calculation:

A = 20000$(1+\frac{9}{100})^2$

⇒ A = 20000$(1+0.09)^2$

⇒ A = 20000$(1.09)^2$

⇒ A = 20000$(1.1881)$

⇒ A = 20000 × 1.1881

⇒ A = 23762

∴ The correct answer is option (2).

Given:

$\frac{98}{56}$ of $\left(\frac{63}{7}+\frac{35}{5}\right)\div\frac{7}{49}$ = ?

Formula used:

BODMAS Rule

Calculations:

$\frac{98}{56}$ of $\left(\frac{63}{7}+\frac{35}{5}\right)\div\frac{7}{49}$

⇒ $\frac{7}{4}$ of $\left(9+7\right)\div\frac{1}{7}$

⇒ $\frac{7}{4}$ of $16 \div \frac{1}{7}$

⇒ $28 \div \frac{1}{7}$

⇒ ? = $28 \times 7$

⇒ ? = 196

∴ The correct answer is option (2).

Given:

Cost price (CP) = 60% of Marked price (MP)

Discount = 4%

Formula used:

Profit % = $\dfrac{Selling Price - Cost Price}{Cost Price} \times 100$

Calculation:

Let's assume Marked Price (MP) = ₹100

CP = 60% of MP = 60% of ₹100 = ₹60

Discount = 4% of MP = 4% of ₹100 = ₹4

Selling Price (SP) = MP - Discount = ₹100 - ₹4 = ₹96

⇒ Profit = SP - CP = ₹96 - ₹60 = ₹36

⇒ Profit % = $\dfrac{36}{60} \times 100$

⇒ Profit % = 60%

∴ The correct answer is option (4).

Given:

Area of the triangle (A) = 1470 cm²

Let the height of the triangle be h cm.

Base (b) = (3/5) × h

Formula used:

Area of triangle = (1/2) × base × height

A = (1/2) × b × h

Calculations:

1470 = (1/2) × ((3/5) × h) × h

⇒ 1470 = (3/10) × h²

⇒ h² = 1470 × (10/3)

⇒ h² = 4900

⇒ h = √4900

⇒ h = 70 cm

∴ The height of the triangle is 70 cm.

Given:

We need to find the least number which when divided by 15, 80, 20 and 75 leaves a remainder of 14 in each case.

Formula used:

Least Common Multiple (LCM) of the divisors and then add the common remainder.

Calculation:

LCM of 15, 80, 20 and 75.

Prime factorization:

15 = 3 × 5

80 = 2⁴ × 5

20 = 2² × 5

75 = 3 × 5²

LCM = 2⁴ × 3 × 5²

= 16 × 3 × 25

= 1200

Least number = LCM + remainder

= 1200 + 14

= 1214

∴ The correct answer is option 3.

Given:

Cost price (C.P) = ₹440

Profit percentage = 18%

Formula used:

Profit = C.P × (Profit percentage / 100)

Calculation:

Profit = 440 × (18 / 100)

⇒ Profit = 440 × 0.18

⇒ Profit = 79.2

∴ The correct answer is option (4).

The correct answer is: Option 4.

Key Points

• The word "Successful" means achieving desired results, having achieved wealth, respect, or fame. (सफल)
• Example: She was successful in her career and became a renowned scientist.
• "Hopeless" refers to having no expectation of success or improvement; feeling or showing no hope. (निराशाजनक)
• Example: Despite their efforts, the situation seemed hopeless and beyond repair.
• Hence, we can infer that the opposite of 'Successful' is 'Hopeless'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Hopeless.

Additional Information

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

• Vile (घिनौना): Extremely unpleasant or morally bad.
• Example: The vile smell coming from the garbage made everyone feel sick.
• Vestige (अवशेष): A trace or remnant of something that is disappearing or no longer exists.
• Example: The old ruins are a vestige of a once-great civilization.
• Vagary (सनक): An unpredictable or erratic action or occurrence.
• Example: The vagaries of the weather can ruin any outdoor event.

The correct answer is: Option 4.

Key Points

• The phrase "To go to the devil" means to be in an extremely and increasingly bad or ruinous condition. (बेहद और लगातार खराब या बर्बादी की स्थिति में होना)
• Example: If the company continues to lose money, it will eventually go to the devil.
• "To be in an extremely and increasingly bad or ruinous condition" refers to a state where things are progressively getting worse. (बेहद और लगातार खराब या बर्बादी की स्���िति में होना)
• Example: His financial situation has gone to the devil after he lost his job.
• Hence, we can infer that the correct meaning of 'To go to the devil' is 'To be in an extremely and increasingly bad or ruinous condition'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 4.

Additional Information

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

• Option 1: To mourn the death of a close friend (किसी करीबी दोस्त की मृत्यु का शोक मनाना):
• Example: She went into a deep mourning after her best friend passed away.
• Option 2: To switch allegiance (निष्ठा बदलना):
• Example: He decided to switch allegiance from one political party to another.
• Option 3: To curse someone (किसी को शाप देना):
• Example: The old woman was believed to have cursed the man who wronged her.

The correct answer is: Option 4.

Key Points

• The word "out" means having no more of something left; it indicates a lack or shortage. (बाहर/खत्म)
• Example: We are out of milk, so we need to buy some more.
• "out" refers to the state of not having any more of something. (बाहर/खत्म)
• Example: The store is out of stock on that particular item.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 4.

Additional Information

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

• by (द्वारा): Used to identify the agent performing an action.
• Example: The book was written by a famous author.
• in (में): Used to indicate inclusion within a space, place, or limits.
• Example: He is in the kitchen.
• up (ऊपर): Toward a higher place or position.
• Example: She climbed up the ladder.

The correct answer is: Option 4

Key Points

• The word "acquire" means to come into possession of something or to gain something through effort or experience. (प्राप्त करना)
• Example: She managed to acquire a vast collection of rare books over the years.
• "Discard" refers to getting rid of something that is no longer useful or desired. (त्यागना)
• Example: He decided to discard his old clothes to make room for new ones.
• Hence, we can infer that the opposite of 'acquire' is 'discard'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Discard.

Additional Information

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

• Barter (वस्तु विनिमय): Exchange goods or services for other goods or services without using money.
• Example: They bartered their handmade crafts for fresh produce at the market.
• Reach (पहुंचना): To arrive at a place or goal.
• Example: We reached the summit after a long and arduous climb.
• Garner (संग्रह करना): To gather or collect something, especially information or approval.
• Example: Her speech garnered much praise from the audience.

The correct answer is: Option 1.

Key Points

• The word "turning" means to move or cause to move in a circular direction wholly or partly around an axis or point. (मोड़ना)
• Example: He was turning the doorknob slowly to avoid making any noise.
• "Turned" is the past tense of "turn", which implies that the action has already been completed. (मुड़ा हुआ)
• Example: She turned her head when she heard her name.

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: no correction required (कोई सुधार आवश्यक नहीं): This option suggests that the original sentence is correct as it is.
• Example: He was content with the final draft and felt no correction was required.
• Option 3: turning his head for their (अपना सिर उनके लिए मोड़ना): This is grammatically incorrect and doesn't fit the context of the sentence.
• Example: The phrase "turning his head for their" doesn't make sense in the given context.
• Option 4: turn his head along (साथ में अपना सिर घुमाना): This is also grammatically incorrect and does not fit the context.
• Example: The phrase "turn his head along" is awkward and unclear in meaning.

The correct answer is: Option 3.

Key Points

• The word "cluch" is incorrectly spelt and does not have a meaning in English. It appears to be a misspelling of the word "clutch". (क्लच)
• Example: N/A (as "cluch" is incorrect)
• "Clutch" refers to grasp or seize (something) tightly or eagerly. (पकड़ना)
• Example: She had to clutch her bag tightly as she walked through the crowded market.
• Hence, the correct spelling should be 'clutch'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 3.

Additional Information

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

• While (जबकि): During the time that; at the same time as.
• Example: While I was reading, the phone rang.
• Adversary (विरोधी): One's opponent in a contest, conflict, or dispute.
• Example: He defeated his old adversary in the quarterfinals.
• Sword (तलवार): A weapon with a long metal blade and a hilt with a handguard.
• Example: The knight drew his sword in preparation for battle.

The correct answer is Option 4.

 

Key Points

The segment that contains a grammatical error is: and we could rarely see

Explanation:

• The phrase "we could rarely see" implies infrequent ability to see, which doesn't fit well with the context of darkness where the ability to see is greatly diminished.
• The correct phrase would be "we could hardly see" to convey that seeing was difficult or almost impossible due to the darkness.

Correct Sentence: "It kept getting darker and darker, and we could hardly see the ball any more.​"

 

Additional Information

The segment that contains the grammatical error is: 4) "and we could rarely see"

Why is this a problem?

1. "Rarely" vs. "Hardly":

• "Rarely" means infrequently or seldom. It suggests that while something happens infrequently, it does happen occasionally.
• "Hardly" means almost not or only just. It indicates that something is nearly impossible or barely happening.

In the context given:

• The sentence describes a situation where it is becoming increasingly difficult to see because it is getting darker.
• The phrase "we could rarely see" suggests that seeing the ball was infrequent but possible. However, as it gets darker, the implication should be that seeing the ball becomes very difficult or nearly impossible.

Correct usage: To convey that the darkness made it very difficult to see the ball, the more appropriate word is "hardly":

"It kept getting darker and darker, and we could hardly see the ball any more."

Explanation of the correction:

• "Could hardly see" correctly conveys that the darkness made it almost impossible to see the ball, fitting the context of "darker and darker."
• This matches the intended meaning of diminishing visibility due to increasing darkness.

Therefore, the correct phrasing is: "It kept getting darker and darker, and we could hardly see the ball any more."

Thus, the grammatical error is in segment 4) "and we could rarely see," which should be corrected to "and we could hardly see."

The correct answer is: Option 4.

Key Points

• The idiom "Leave no stone unturned" means to make all possible efforts to achieve something or to search for something thoroughly. (कोई कसर नहीं छोड़ना)
• Example: The police left no stone unturned in their search for the missing child.
• Make all possible efforts refers to trying everything possible to achieve a desired outcome. (सभी संभव प्रयास करना)
• Example: He made all possible efforts to secure a good job after graduation.
• Hence, we can infer that the meaning of 'Leave no stone unturned' is to 'make all possible efforts'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 4.

Additional Information

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

• Option 1: To share a secret that wasn't suppose to be shared (गुप्त बात साझा करना जो नहीं की जानी चाहिए थी):
• Example: She accidentally shared a secret that wasn't supposed to be shared with anyone.
• Option 2: The final event in a series of unacceptable actions (अस्वीकार्य कार्यों की श्रृंखला में अंतिम घटना):
• Example: The final insult was the last straw in a series of unacceptable actions.
• Option 3: To act in a frenzied manner (उन्मत्त तरीके से कार्य करना):
• Example: He acted in a frenzied manner when he heard the news.

The correct answer is: Option 2.

Key Points

• The word "leakage" means the accidental admission or escape of a fluid or gas through a hole or crack. (रिसाव)
• Example: The leakage in the pipe caused the kitchen to flood.
• "Thought" refers to the action or process of thinking. (सोचा गया)
• Example: It was thought that the project would be completed by next month.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 2.

Additional Information

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

• Likage (लिकेज): This word is incorrectly spelled. The correct spelling is "leakage".
• Example: The correct term is 'leakage', not 'likage'.
• Thoght (थॉट): This word is incorrectly spelled. The correct spelling is "thought".
• Example: The correct term is 'thought', not 'thoght'.
• Lendslides (लेंडस्लाइड्स): This word is incorrectly spelled. The correct spelling is "landslides".
• Example: The correct term is 'landslides', not 'lendslides'.

The correct answer is: Option 2.

Key Points

• The word "competent" means having the necessary ability, knowledge, or skill to do something successfully. (सक्षम)
• Example: She is a competent teacher who understands the needs of her students.
• "Qualified" means meeting the proper standards and requirements for a job, task, or responsibility. (योग्य)
• Example: He is highly qualified for the position of project manager due to his extensive experience.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Qualified.

Additional Information

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

• Gullible (अविश्वासी): Easily persuaded to believe something; credulous.
• Example: Children are often very gullible and believe anything you tell them.
• Widened (फैलाया हुआ): Made or become wider.
• Example: The path was widened to allow more traffic to pass through.
• Untried (अनमोल): Not yet tried or tested.
• Example: They were hesitant to use the untried and untested technology in their project..

The correct answer is: Option 4.

Key Points

• The word "fascination" means a strong attraction or interest in something. (मोह)
• Example: The fascination with space exploration has only grown over the years.
• "Repulsion" refers to a strong feeling of dislike or disgust. (घृणा)
• Example: She felt a sense of repulsion when she saw the spoiled food.
• Hence, we can infer that the opposite of 'fascination' is 'repulsion'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 4.

Additional Information

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

• Allure (आकर्षण): The quality of being powerfully and mysteriously attractive or fascinating.
• Example: The allure of the ancient ruins drew many tourists to the site.
• Spell (जादू): A form of words used as a magical charm or incantation.
• Example: The magician cast a spell to make the rabbit disappear.
• Appeal (अपील): The quality of being attractive or interesting.
• Example: The new product has great appeal to younger consumers.

The correct answer is: No improvement.

Key Points

• The phrase "No improvement" is used when the original sentence is already correct and doesn't require any changes. (कोई सुधार नहीं)
• Example: The sentence "The sky is blue" requires no improvement because it is grammatically correct.
• The given sentence, "Season the meat with salt and pepper, and then fry it in a hot pan," is already grammatically correct and doesn't need any changes. (हिंदी: दिए गए वाक्य "Season the meat with salt and pepper, and then fry it in a hot pan," में कोई सुधार की आवश्यकता नहीं है क्योंकि यह व्याकरणिक रूप से सही है।)
• Example: Season the meat with salt and pepper, and then fry it in a hot pan. (हिंदी: मांस को नमक और काली मिर्च के साथ सीज़न करें, और फिर इसे गर्म पैन में फ्राई करें।)

Therefore, the correct answer is: No improvement.

Additional Information

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

• in a hottest pan (सबसे गर्म पैन में): This phrase is grammatically incorrect.
• Example: Incorrect usage: Fry the meat in a hottest pan. (हिंदी: सबसे गर्म पैन में मांस को फ्राई करें।)
• to hotter pan (गर्म पैन के लिए): This phrase is incorrect in the given context.
• Example: Incorrect usage: Transfer the meat to hotter pan. (हिंदी: मांस को गर्म पैन में स्थानांतरित करें।)
• at a heat pan (एक गर्म पैन में): This phrase is grammatically incorrect.
• Example: Incorrect usage: Cook the meat at a heat pan. (हिंदी: मांस को एक गर्म पैन में पकाएं।)

The correct answer is Option 4.

 

Key Points

• The primary issue in the sentence is the redundancy in using both "most" and "naughtiest."
• The word "naughtiest" itself is a superlative adjective and does not require the word "most" before it.
• The correct phrase should be "the naughtiest kid," ensuring grammatical correctness and clarity.
• Thus, the error is located in part 4 of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

 

Correct Sentence: "My nephew is the naughtiest kid on this Earth."

 

Additional Information

• 1: "naughtiest kid" – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• 2: "No error" – This would be the correct option if there were no mistakes in the sentence, but there is an error in part 4.
• 3: "on this Earth." – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• 4: "My nephew is the most" – This part of the sentence contains the error due to redundancy in using "most" with "naughtiest".

The correct answer is Option 1.

 

Key Points

• The primary issue in the sentence is the incorrect use of tense in the segment "I am shocked as I saw her."
• The correct tense should be used to indicate the sequence of events.
• The correct phrase should be "I was shocked as I saw her," ensuring grammatical correctness and clarity.
• Thus, the error is located in Option 1 of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 1.

 

Correct Sentence: "I was shocked as I saw her yesterday, I was horrified when I saw her today."

 

Additional Information

• Option 2: "when I saw her today," – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• Option 3: "yesterday, I was horrified," – 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 Option 1.

The correct answer is: Option 2.

Key Points

• The word "stimulus" means something that incites or quickens action, feeling, or thought; it is something that encourages activity or growth. (प्रेरणा)
• Example: The government introduced a stimulus package to boost the economy.
• "Stimulus" refers to an external factor that influences an activity or process, especially in a positive way. (प्रेरणा)
• Example: The new policy acted as a stimulus for economic growth.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 2.

Additional Information

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

• Stimulating (उत्तेजक): Providing encouragement or new ideas for something.
• Example: The lecture was very stimulating and gave us many ideas for our project.
• Stimulated (प्रेरित): Past tense of stimulate; to have encouraged activity or growth.
• Example: The new policy stimulated economic growth in the region.
• Stimulant (उत्तेजक पदार्थ): A substance that raises levels of physiological or nervous activity in the body.
• Example: Caffeine is a common stimulant found in coffee and tea.

The correct answer is Option 1.

 

Key Points

• The word "moment" means a very brief period of time. (क्षण)
• The context suggests that Nicole was looking down at the Mediterranean for a brief period.
• The other options: "occasion," "time," and "minute" do not fit as appropriately.

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

Complete Sentence: For a moment Nicole stood looking down at the Mediterranean but there was................"

Additional Information

• Occasion (अवसर): means a particular event or time.
• Time (समय): means the indefinite continued progress of existence and events in the past, present, and future regarded as a whole.
• Minute (मिनट): means a period of time equal to sixty seconds.

The correct answer is Option 4.

Key Points

• The word "nothing" means not anything; no single thing. (कोई चीज नहीं)
• The context suggests that Nicole felt there was nothing she could do despite her tireless hands.
• The other options: "something," "mostly," and "everything" do not fit as appropriately.

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

Complete Sentence: For a moment Nicole stood looking down at the Mediterranean but there was nothing to do with that, even with her tireless hands.

Additional Information

• Something (कुछ): means a thing that is unspecified or unknown.
• Mostly (ज्यादातर): means as regards the greater part or chiefly.
• Everything (सब कुछ): means all things; all the things of a group or class.

The correct answer is Option 2.

 

Key Points

• The word "carrying" means to support and move (someone or something) from one place to another. (ले जाना)
• The context suggests that Dicken came out of his house transporting a telescope.
• The other options: "hauling," "picking," and "lift" do not fit as appropriately.

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

Complete Sentence: Presently Dicken came out of his one-room house carrying a telescope and looked east toward Cannes.

Additional Information

• Hauling (खींचना): means to pull or drag with effort or force.
• Picking (चुनना): means to take hold of and lift or move someone or something.
• Lift (उठाना): means to raise to a higher position or level.

The correct answer is Option 3.

 

Key Points

• The word "whereupon" means immediately after which. (जिसके बाद)
• The context describes Dicken's immediate action after seeing Nicole through the telescope.
• The other options: "wherein," "whereas," and "when" do not fit as appropriately.

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

Complete Sentence: In a moment Nicole swam into his field of vision. Whereupon he disappeared into his house and came out with a megaphone.

Additional Information

• Wherein (जिसमें): means in which.
• Whereas (जबकि): means in contrast or comparison with the fact that.
• When (जब): means at what time.

The correct answer is Option 4.

 

Key Points

• The word "excitement" means a feeling of great enthusiasm and eagerness. (उत्साह)
• The context suggests Dicken called out to Nicole with urgent and enthusiastic tones in his voice.
• The other options: "excite," "excitation," and "exciting" do not fit the context as appropriately.

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

Complete Sentence: Using the megaphone, he called out to Nicole with a mix of urgency and excitement in his voice, alerting her to something important happening at the shore.

Additional Information

• Excite (उत्तेजित करना): means to cause strong feelings.
• Excitation (उत्तेजना): means the application of energy to a particle, object, or physical system.
• Exciting (रोमांचक): means causing great enthusiasm and eagerness.

'अपने पैरों पर खड़ा होना' मुहावरे के अर्थ को सर्वश्रेष्ठ रूप से व्यक्त करता है - स्वावलम्बी होना

Key Points

• 'अपने पैरों पर खड़ा होना' का अर्थ - स्वावलम्बी होना।
• वाक्य प्रयोग - मां बाप का एक ही सपना होता है कि उनके बच्चे "अपने पैरों पर खड़े हो जाए"।
• मुहावरा - ऐसे वाक्यांश, जो सामान्य अर्थ का बोध न कराकर किसी विलक्षण अर्थ को प्रकट करते है, उसे मुहावरा कहते है।
• जैसे : ​​​मैदान मारना का अर्थ- बाजी जीतना। 
• वाक्य प्रयोग - पानीपत की लड़ाई में आखिर काबुल के तैमूरी शासक ज़हीर उद्दीन मोहम्मद बाबर ही ने "मैदान मारा"।

Important Points 

Additional Information 

वाक्य में से गलत वर्तनी होगा - राजाभिषेक

Key Points

• अशुद्ध वाक्य - युधिष्ठिर का राजाभिषेक होते ही चारों तरफ उल्लास छा गया।
• दिए गये वाक्य में वर्तनी प्रयोग की त्रुटि है,
• ​यहाँ 'राजाभिषेक' सार्थक शब्द नहीं है और इससे सही अर्थ प्रकट नहीं हो रहा।
• ​अत: सार्थक शब्द 'राज्याभिषेक' होना चाहिए।
• शुद्ध वाक्य - युधिष्ठिर का राज्याभिषेक होते ही चारों तरफ उल्लास छा गया।
• 'राज्याभिषेक' का अर्थ - राज्यगद्दी पर बैठने की एक रीति, राज्यारोहण।
• वर्तनी - भाषा के किसी शब्द को लिखने में प्रयुक्त वर्णों के सही क्रम को वर्तनी कहते हैं।

Additional Information कुछ अशुद्ध शब्द और शुद्ध शब्द -

'विलोम' शब्द का पर्यायवाची है - उल्टा

Key Points

• 'विलोम' का पर्यायवाची शब्द 'उल्टा' है।
• 'विलोम' के अन्य पर्यायवाची शब्द - ​विरोधाभास, विपरीत, प्रतिरूप, अग्रविपक्ष, विरोध।
• पर्यायवाची - जो शब्द समान अर्थ के कारण किसी दूसरे शब्द की जगह ले लेते हैं, उन्हें पर्यायवाची शब्द कहते हैं।

अन्य विकल्प -

Additional Information कुछ महत्वपूर्ण पर्यायवाची शब्द  -

वाक्य में रेखांकित शब्द का विलोम शब्द होगा - पूर्ण

Key Points

• वाक्य - रिक्त स्थानों की पूर्ति कीजिए।
• वाक्य में 'रिक्त' शब्द का विलोम शब्द 'पूर्ण' होगा।
• 'रिक्त' शब्द का अर्थ है - ख़ाली, शून्य।
• 'पूर्ण' शब्द का अर्थ - पूर्णतः भरा हुआ।
• 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 -