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SSC Selection Post Graduation Level Official Paper (Held On: 27 June, 2023 Shift 4) (Previous Year Paper)

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General Intelligence (25 questions)

1

Select the correct combination of mathematical signs to replace the * signs and balance the given equation.

8 * 2 * 1 * 12 * 18 * 33

  1. ((a))

    ÷, −, −, +, = 

  2. ((b))

    ×, −, +, +, =

  3. ((c))

    ÷, −, +, +, =

  4. ((d))

    ÷, −, ×, +, =

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

÷, −, −, +, = 

2

In a certain code language, ‘LASER’ is written as ‘80’ and ‘WHITE’ is written as ‘70’. How will ‘GLOVES’ be written in that language?

  1. ((a))

    92

  2. ((b))

    88

  3. ((c))

    82

  4. ((d))

    78

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

92

3

Select the option that represents the correct order of the given words as they would appear in an English dictionary?

  1. Enthusiasm
  2. Enrollment
  3. Enterprise
  4. Ensure
  5. Entangled
  6. Entail
  1. ((a))

    2, 4, 6, 5, 1, 3

  2. ((b))

    2, 4, 6, 5, 3, 1

  3. ((c))

    4, 2, 6, 5, 3, 1

  4. ((d))

    2, 4, 5, 6, 3, 1 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

2, 4, 6, 5, 1, 3

4

In a certain code language, STATION is written as URCRKMP and BRING is written as DPKLI. How will TOYS be written in that language? 

  1. ((a))

    UNBP

  2. ((b))

    BPNU

  3. ((c))

    QMAV

  4. ((d))

    VMAQ

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

UNBP

5

In this question, three statements are given, followed by two conclusions numbered I and II. Assuming the statements to be true, even if they seem to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the conclusions logically follows/follow from the statements.

Statements:

I. Some gates are ways.

II. All ways are routes.

III. No route is a door.

Conclusions:

I. No door is a way.

II. Some gates are routes.

  1. ((a))

    Neither conclusion I nor II follows

  2. ((b))

    Only conclusion I follows

  3. ((c))

    Both conclusions I and II follow

  4. ((d))

    Only conclusion II follows

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Neither conclusion I nor II follows

6

Which of the following numbers will replace the question mark (?) in the given series?

0.04, 0.12, 0.42, 1.68, 2.08, 10.4, ?

  1. ((a))

    12.3

  2. ((b))

    12.9

  3. ((c))

    11.8

  4. ((d))

    10.9

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

12.3

7

Select the option that represents the letters that, when placed from left to right in the blanks below, will complete the letter-series.

N_M_N_ MANNA_A

  1. ((a))

    AANAMN

  2. ((b))

    ANNMMA

  3. ((c))

    ANAMAA

  4. ((d))

    ANNANM

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

AANAMN

8

Select the option figure which is embedded in the given figure as its part (rotation is NOT allowed). 

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

9

In a certain code language, 'CAST’ is written as '311920', and 'FEED' is written as '6554'.How will 'GLAD' be written in that language?

  1. ((a))

    71218

  2. ((b))

    71514

  3. ((c))

    71314

  4. ((d))

    71214

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

71218

10

Select the option that is related to the third letter-cluster in the same way as the second letter-cluster is related to the first letter-cluster.

NOTICE :ONUHDD :: DULCET : ?

  1. ((a))

    ETMBFS

  2. ((b))

    CVKDDU

  3. ((c))

    QSYPRT

  4. ((d))

    WFOYUH 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

ETMBFS

11

Select the option that is related to the third word in the same way as the second word is related to the first word.

(The words must be considered as meaningful English words and must not be related to each other based on the number of letters/number of consonants/vowels in the word)

Amateur : Beginner :: Dangerous : ?

  1. ((a))

    Precarious

  2. ((b))

    Enduring

  3. ((c))

    Peculiar

  4. ((d))

    Tolerant

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Precarious

12

select the figure that will replace the question mark (?) in the following figure series. 

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

13

Which of the following numbers will replace the question mark (?) in the given series?

23, 25, 28, 33, ?, 51, 64

  1. ((a))

    39

  2. ((b))

    40

  3. ((c))

    41

  4. ((d))

    38

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

39

14

Select the option that represents the correct order of the given words as they would appear in an English dictionary?

  1. Emergency
  2. Electrician
  3. Embassy
  4. Elegance
  5. Embargo
  6. Element
  1. ((a))

    4, 2, 6, 5, 3, 1

  2. ((b))

    2, 4, 5, 6, 3, 1

  3. ((c))

    2, 4, 6, 5, 3, 1

  4. ((d))

    2, 4, 6, 5, 1, 3

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

4, 2, 6, 5, 3, 1

15

Select the option that is related to the fifth term in the same way as the second term is related to the first term and the fourth term is related to the third term.

YEN10 : CWN50 :: USD8 : GIX32 :: GDP12 : ?

  1. ((a))

    UWL72

  2. ((b))

    UXL72

  3. ((c))

    UXJ72 

  4. ((d))

    TXL72

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

UWL72

16

In a certain code language, 'DEFECT' is written as '2747118', 'DEVICE' is written as '27201117', how will 'DOMAIN' be written in that language?

  1. ((a))

    2171131112

  2. ((b))

    217113119

  3. ((c))

    417111912

  4. ((d))

    217111912

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

2171131112

17

Select the correct option that indicates the arrangement of the following words in a logical and meaningful order.

  1. Finger
  2. Elbow
  3. Wrist
  4. Nail
  5. Palm
  1. ((a))

    4, 5, 1, 3, 2

  2. ((b))

    4, 1, 5, 3, 2

  3. ((c))

    4, 1, 5, 2, 3

  4. ((d))

    4, 1, 3, 5, 2 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

4, 5, 1, 3, 2

18

‘Q + R’ means ‘Q is the father of R’

‘Q – R’ means ‘Q is the wife of R’

‘Q × R’ means ‘Q is the brother of R’

‘Q ÷ R’ means ‘Q is the daughter of R’

If ‘S ÷ Q + M × P − K’, then how is Q related to K?

  1. ((a))

    Father-in-law

  2. ((b))

    Son-in-law

  3. ((c))

    Son

  4. ((d))

    Father

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Father-in-law

19

Pointing to a person seen in the photograph, Preeti said, "He is the son of the only daughter of my husband's father-in-law, Gopal." How is the person seen in the picture related to Preeti?

  1. ((a))

    Son

  2. ((b))

    Father

  3. ((c))

    Brother

  4. ((d))

    Uncle

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Son

20

Select the correct mirror image of the given combination when the mirror is placed at MN as shown.

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

21

Select the option that is related to the third word in the same way as the second word is related to the first word. (The words must be considered as meaningful English words and must not be related to each other based on the number of letters/number of consonants/vowels in the word)

Waive : Impose :: Spurious : ?

  1. ((a))

    Counterfeit

  2. ((b))

    Abjure

  3. ((c))

    Original

  4. ((d))

    Sporadic 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Counterfeit

22

In a certain code language, ‘MANAGE’ is written as ‘LYMYFC’ and ‘CREATE’ is written as ‘BQCYSC’. How will ‘BUILD’ be written in that language?  

  1. ((a))

    CKGSA 

  2. ((b))

    ASGKC 

  3. ((c))

    AKSCG 

  4. ((d))

    GAKSC 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

CKGSA 

23

In a code language, 'MISSION' is written as ‘N64O’ and ‘TEASE’ is written as ‘U56F’. How will 'NASTY' be written in that language?

  1. ((a))

    Z41O

  2. ((b))

    O14Z

  3. ((c))

    Z14O

  4. ((d))

    O41Z

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Z41O

24

Two different positions of the same dice are shown, having letters B, C, D, E, F and G written on its faces are shown. 

Which letter is on the face opposite to the face having E on it?

  1. ((a))

    G

  2. ((b))

    D

  3. ((c))

    F

  4. ((d))

    B

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

G

25

In this question, three statements are given, followed by two conclusions numbered I and II. Assuming the statements to be true, even if they seem to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the conclusions logically follows/follow from the statements.

Statements:

Some pears are mangoes.

All mangoes are grapes.

All pears are fruits.

Conclusions:

I. Some pears are grapes.

II. Some mangoes are fruits.

  1. ((a))

    Only conclusion I follows.

  2. ((b))

    Both conclusions I and II follow. 

  3. ((c))

    Only conclusion II follows.

  4. ((d))

    Neither conclusion I nor II follows

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Only conclusion I follows.

General Awareness (25 questions)

26

Which Article of the Indian Constitution deals with the removal and suspension of a member of Public Service Commission?

  1. ((a))

    Article 320

  2. ((b))

    Article 324

  3. ((c))

    Article 317

  4. ((d))

    Article 315

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Article 320

27

Identify the correct statement about cell membranes.

  1. ((a))

    Cell membranes are made up of carbohydrates, lipids and proteins. 

  2. ((b))

    Cell membranes are made up of fats and fibre only.

  3. ((c))

    Cell membranes are made up of lipids only. 

  4. ((d))

    Cell membranes are made up of roughage. 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Cell membranes are made up of carbohydrates, lipids and proteins. 

28

Which is the only mangrove habitat in the world for the species Panthera Tigris?

  1. ((a))

    Saranda forest

  2. ((b))

    Molai forest

  3. ((c))

    Sundarbans

  4. ((d))

    Abujmarh forest

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Saranda forest

29

A long, winding ridge of stratified sand and gravel is known as: 

  1. ((a))

    whorl

  2. ((b))

    esker

  3. ((c))

    lop

  4. ((d))

    arch

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

whorl

30

Who among the following is the author of the book titled ‘Fasting, Feasting’?

  1. ((a))

    Jhumpa Lahiri

  2. ((b))

    Arundhati Roy

  3. ((c))

    Anita Desai 

  4. ((d))

    Shashi Deshpande

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Jhumpa Lahiri

31

Which of the following States hosted the three-day Civil Air Navigation Services Organisation (CANSO) Conference from 1st to 3rd November 2022?

  1. ((a))

    Maharashtra

  2. ((b))

    Goa

  3. ((c))

    Tripura

  4. ((d))

    Madhya Pradesh

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Maharashtra

32

Which of the following is associated with the origin of the Sutlej river?

  1. ((a))

    Gaumukh

  2. ((b))

    Milam

  3. ((c))

    Panchnad

  4. ((d))

    Rakshas Tal

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Gaumukh

33

The Veda Samaj of Madras was inspired by the _______.

  1. ((a))

    Brahmo Samaj

  2. ((b))

    Arya Samaj

  3. ((c))

    Deoband Movement

  4. ((d))

    Wahabi Movement

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Brahmo Samaj

34

President Smt. Droupadi Murmu launched ‘Pradhan Mantri TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan’ in Sep 2022 to eliminate TB from India by which of the following years?

  1. ((a))

    2026

  2. ((b))

    2024

  3. ((c))

    2025

  4. ((d))

    2027

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

2026

35

Which of the following religious festivals is known as Peerla Panduga in Telangana?

  1. ((a))

    Muharram

  2. ((b))

    Christmas

  3. ((c))

    Eid-ul-Fitr

  4. ((d))

    Navroz

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Muharram

36

For contribution to which dance was Tanjore Balasaraswati awarded the title of Sangita Kalanidhi by Madras Music Academy in 1973?

  1. ((a))

    Kathakali 

  2. ((b))

    Bharatanatyam

  3. ((c))

    Mohiniyattam

  4. ((d))

    Kathak

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Kathakali 

37

While historians use the term Vijayanagara Empire, contemporaries described it as the _____ Samrajyamu.

  1. ((a))

    Kerala

  2. ((b))

    Tamil

  3. ((c))

    Karnataka

  4. ((d))

    Andhra

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Kerala

38

Which of the following statements are true regarding the Family Courts (Amendment) Bill, 2022?

  1. The Family Courts (Amendment) Bill was introduced in Lok Sabha on 18 July 2022.
  2. The Bill amends the Family Courts Act, 1984.
  3. The Act allows state governments to establish Family Courts.
  4. The Act is not applicable in Punjab and Tamil Nadu.
  1. ((a))

    1, 2 and 3

  2. ((b))

    1, 3 and 4

  3. ((c))

    1, 2 and 4

  4. ((d))

    2, 3 and 4

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

1, 2 and 3

39

Who among the following was regarded as the Father of Modern Dance, in India? 

  1. ((a))

    Pankaj Charan Das

  2. ((b))

    Uday Shankar

  3. ((c))

    Kunchu Kurup

  4. ((d))

    Raja Reddy

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Pankaj Charan Das

40

Who among the following is NOT associated with Brahmo Samaj?

  1. ((a))

    Atmaram Panduranga

  2. ((b))

    Keshab Chandra Sen

  3. ((c))

    Debendranath Tagore

  4. ((d))

    Raja Ram Mohan Roy

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Atmaram Panduranga

41

The famous source of Gupta empire, the Prayaga Prashasti is also known as the _____.

  1. ((a))

    Allahabad pillar inscription

  2. ((b))

    Ahmedabad pillar inscription

  3. ((c))

    Bithur pillar inscription

  4. ((d))

    Lucknow pillar inscription

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Allahabad pillar inscription

42

In which of the following sports events is the Syed Mushtaq Ali trophy given?

  1. ((a))

    Football

  2. ((b))

    Cricket

  3. ((c))

    Hockey

  4. ((d))

    Badminton

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Football

43

Which year was designated by UNESCO as the International Year of the Periodic Table (IYPT) to mark the 150th anniversary of the Mendeleev Periodic Table?

  1. ((a))

    2018

  2. ((b))

    2020

  3. ((c))

    2017

  4. ((d))

    2019

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

2018

44

In 2021, India opener Rohit Sharma became the third batsman to complete 3000 runs in T20 international cricket during a match against: 

  1. ((a))

    Australia

  2. ((b))

    New Zealand

  3. ((c))

    Namibia

  4. ((d))

    Pakistan

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Australia

45

To which of the following Gharanas did Hindustani Classical Vocalist, Bhimsen Joshi belong?

  1. ((a))

    Rampur Sahaswan Gharana

  2. ((b))

    Kirana Gharana

  3. ((c))

    Agra Gharana

  4. ((d))

    Gwalior Gharana 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Rampur Sahaswan Gharana

46

Which of the following states used EVMs for the first time in the general elections held in May 1982?

  1. ((a))

    Kerala

  2. ((b))

    Andhra Pradesh

  3. ((c))

    Tamil Nadu

  4. ((d))

    Maharashtra

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Kerala

47

The eleventh century structure of Bhojshala in the state of Madhya Pradesh is constructed under the patronage of which dynasty?

  1. ((a))

    Chandela

  2. ((b))

    Paramara

  3. ((c))

    Nanda

  4. ((d))

    Gurjara-Pratihara

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Chandela

48

As on March 2021, which of the following states does NOT have an export-processing zone?

  1. ((a))

    Bihar

  2. ((b))

    Gujarat

  3. ((c))

    West Bengal

  4. ((d))

    Tamil Nadu

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Bihar

49

Which union territory has the highest male literacy rate in the 2011 census?

  1. ((a))

    Andaman and Nicobar

  2. ((b))

    Lakshadweep

  3. ((c))

    Puducherry

  4. ((d))

    Delhi

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Andaman and Nicobar

50

The Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) was implemented by the Government of India in 2015 to provide collateral free loans up to ______ for facilitating selfemployment.

  1. ((a))

    ₹5 lakh

  2. ((b))

    ₹10 lakh

  3. ((c))

    ₹20 lakh

  4. ((d))

    ₹15 lakh

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

₹5 lakh

Quantitative Aptitude (25 questions)

51

At present, Ritika’s age is 3 times the age of Vipul. After 7 years, Ritika will be 2 times as old as Vipul. What is the present age of Ritika (in years)?

  1. ((a))

    42

  2. ((b))

    35

  3. ((c))

    53

  4. ((d))

    21

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

42

52

The cost price of milk is increased to ₹62 from ₹60. The milkman sold milk at 10% profit earlier. What is his profit% now if he sells milk at the same rate?

  1. ((a))

    5.46%

  2. ((b))

    6.54%

  3. ((c))

    6.45%

  4. ((d))

    5.64%

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

5.46%

53

In 46.5 weeks, Ram raised Rs. 2,170 for science research. How much money will he raise in 30 weeks?

  1. ((a))

    Rs. 1,500

  2. ((b))

    Rs. 1,700

  3. ((c))

    Rs. 1,600

  4. ((d))

    Rs. 1,400

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Rs. 1,500

54

Study the given table and answer the following question. 

StateCovid 19 cases in thousand
Sep 2021Oct 2021Nov 2021Dec 2021
Maharashtra50655550
UP40484030
Bihar50554830
Tamil Nadu40454025
Kerala20252215
<br>

Total number of Covid 19 cases in Dec 2021 is what percentage of the total number Covid 19 cases in Sep 2021 for these five states together ?

  1. ((a))

    60 Percent

  2. ((b))

    70 Percent

  3. ((c))

    68 Percent

  4. ((d))

    75 Percent 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

60 Percent

55

If sin⁡θ+cos⁡θ=113\rm \sin θ+\cos θ=\frac{\sqrt{11}}{3}, then what is tan θ + cot θ equal to?

  1. ((a))

    5

  2. ((b))

    9

  3. ((c))

    7

  4. ((d))

    11

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

5

56

In ΔXYZ, R and S are the points on the sides XY and XZ respectively, such that RS is parallel to YZ. XR = 15 cm, XY = 25 cm, XS = 12 cm and XZ = 20 cm. RS is equal to: 

  1. ((a))

    25YZ\rm \frac{2}{5}YZ

  2. ((b))

    53YZ\rm \frac{5}{3}YZ

  3. ((c))

    35YZ\rm \frac{3}{5}YZ

  4. ((d))

    34YZ\rm \frac{3}{4}YZ

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

25YZ\rm \frac{2}{5}YZ

57

Sonam purchased a mobile phone for ₹27,000 and sold it at a loss of 19%. With that money she purchased a Tablet and sold it at a gain of 20%. What is her overall gain or loss?

  1. ((a))

    gain of ₹870

  2. ((b))

    loss of ₹756

  3. ((c))

    loss of ₹856

  4. ((d))

    gain of ₹756

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

gain of ₹870

58

20 kg of rice costing ₹80 per kg is mixed with y kg of rice costing ₹100 per kg. If the cost of this mixed rice is ₹84 per kg, what is the value of y? 

  1. ((a))

    6

  2. ((b))

    3

  3. ((c))

    4

  4. ((d))

    5

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

6

59

The ratio of cheese to sauce for a single pizza is 1 cup to 1/2 cup. If Rama used 15 cups of sauce to make a number of pizzas, then how many cups of cheese did she use on those pizzas?

  1. ((a))

    20 cups

  2. ((b))

    10 cups

  3. ((c))

    40 cups

  4. ((d))

    30 cups

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

20 cups

60

The following table shows the number of centuries scored by cricketers in the past 5 years. 

CricketersYears
20212020201920182017
A10211
B12001
C00110
D01101
E10101
<br>

The total number of centuries scored in all the years are:

  1. ((a))

    15

  2. ((b))

    16

  3. ((c))

    14

  4. ((d))

    17

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

15

61

A trader marked a table at ₹37,062, and sold it allowing a 33% discount. If his profit was 42%, then the cost price (in ₹) of the table was:

  1. ((a))

    15,487

  2. ((b))

    16,487

  3. ((c))

    17,487

  4. ((d))

    13,487

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

15,487

62

If the volume of a cube is given as 12167 cm3 , then the surface area of the cube will be:

  1. ((a))

    3475 cm2

  2. ((b))

    4574 cm2

  3. ((c))

    3174 cm2

  4. ((d))

    5413 cm2

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

3475 cm2

63

The average weight of 30 students in a class is 60 kg. If the weight of the class teacher is included, the average increases by 0.5 kg. The weight (in kg) of the teacher is:

  1. ((a))

    76.5

  2. ((b))

    75.5

  3. ((c))

    72.5

  4. ((d))

    74.5

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

76.5

64

Ram sold two bags at ₹1,260 each. On one, he gained 20% and on the other, he lost 20%. Find his gain or loss percentage in the whole transaction.

  1. ((a))

    Gain 4%

  2. ((b))

    Gain 5%

  3. ((c))

    Loss 4%

  4. ((d))

    Loss 5%

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Gain 4%

65

If 2xx+2+12x+4−12−x2x2+4x=a+bx\rm \frac{2x}{x+2}+ \frac{1}{2x+4}- \frac{12-x}{2x^2+4x}=a+\frac{b}{x}, where a and b are integers, then the value of ab = _____.

  1. ((a))

    3

  2. ((b))

    -6

  3. ((c))

    6

  4. ((d))

    -3

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

3

66

The value of 32sec⁡2θ−201+tan⁡2θ+12sin⁡2θ\rm \frac{32}{\sec^2\theta}-\frac{20}{1+\tan^2 \theta}+12\sin^2 \theta is:

  1. ((a))

    20

  2. ((b))

    32

  3. ((c))

    24

  4. ((d))

    12

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

20

67

In an examination, a student scores 4 marks for every correct answer and losses 1 mark for every wrong answer. A student attempted all 200 questions and scored 500 marks. What is the number of questions, he answered correctly? 

  1. ((a))

    140

  2. ((b))

    130

  3. ((c))

    180

  4. ((d))

    160

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Answer: ((a))

140

68

Anita and Anand can complete a work in 12 days and 18 days respectively. They undertook to complete that work for ₹48,000. With the help of Arun, they completed the work in 6 days. Find the sum of the shares of Anita and Anand (in ₹).

  1. ((a))

    40000

  2. ((b))

    8000

  3. ((c))

    16000

  4. ((d))

    24000

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Answer: ((a))

40000

69

In Δ ABC, D and F are the middle points of the sides AB and AC, respectively. E is a point on the segment DF such that DE : EF = 1 ∶ 2. If DE = 4 cm, then BC is equal to: 

  1. ((a))

    20 cm

  2. ((b))

    26 cm

  3. ((c))

    22 cm

  4. ((d))

    24 cm

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Answer: ((a))

20 cm

70

What would be the simple interest (in ₹) on principal amount of ₹ 1 lakh for 2 years at the rate of 12 percent per annum?

  1. ((a))

    ₹25,000

  2. ((b))

    ₹30,000

  3. ((c))

    ₹12,000

  4. ((d))

    ₹24,000

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Answer: ((a))

₹25,000

71

Out of the total income, a family saves 15% and the rest of the amount is spent on three types of expenditure – health, education and food in the ratio of 1 ∶ 2 ∶ 2. The income is Rs.300 less than thrice the expenditure incurred on education. What is the difference between the savings and the expenditure incurred on health? 

  1. ((a))

    Rs. 300

  2. ((b))

    Rs. 350

  3. ((c))

    Rs. 2,250

  4. ((d))

    Rs. 500

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Answer: ((a))

Rs. 300

72

Find the least value of K for which 7864K3 is divisible by 7.

  1. ((a))

    4

  2. ((b))

    5

  3. ((c))

    2

  4. ((d))

    1

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Answer: ((a))

4

73

If (x2+1x2)=18\rm \left(x^2+\frac{1}{x^2}\right)=18  and x > 1, what is the value of (x3−1x3)\rm \left(x^3-\frac{1}{x^3}\right)?

  1. ((a))

    52

  2. ((b))

    76

  3. ((c))

    80

  4. ((d))

    64

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Answer: ((a))

52

74

A sum of ₹16,875 was lent out at simple interest, and at the end of 1 year 8 months, the total amount was ₹18,000. Find the rate of interest per annum.

  1. ((a))

    3.7%

  2. ((b))

    4%

  3. ((c))

    5%

  4. ((d))

    6.66%

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Answer: ((a))

3.7%

75

Find the remainder when 117 + 9 is divided by 10.

  1. ((a))

    1

  2. ((b))

    0

  3. ((c))

    3

  4. ((d))

    2

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Answer: ((a))

1

English Language (25 questions)

76

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Prudent

  1. ((a))

    Wise

  2. ((b))

    Atrocious

  3. ((c))

    Stupid

  4. ((d))

    Crafty

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Answer: ((a))

Wise

77

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.

The rebels laid up their arms.

  1. ((a))

    laid down

  2. ((b))

    laid out

  3. ((c))

    laid on

  4. ((d))

    laid by

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Answer: ((a))

laid down

78

The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. If there is no error, choose 'No Error'.

I caught / a white cat / rustling / beneath my room.

  1. ((a))

    a white cat

  2. ((b))

    I caught

  3. ((c))

    rustling

  4. ((d))

    beneath my room.

  5. ((e))

    No Error

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Answer: ((a))

a white cat

79

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in reported speech.

"We will have a thorough search before opening the room,” the inspector told his subordinates

  1. ((a))

    The inspector told his subordinates that they would be having a thorough search before opening the room.

  2. ((b))

    The inspector told his subordinates that they can have a thorough search before opening the room. 

  3. ((c))

    The inspector told his subordinates that they will had a thorough search before opening the room. 

  4. ((d))

    The inspector told his subordinates that they would have a thorough search before opening the room.

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Answer: ((a))

The inspector told his subordinates that they would be having a thorough search before opening the room.

80

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

______ UK government continually reiterates its commitment to halting the brain drain.

  1. ((a))

    The

  2. ((b))

    A

  3. ((c))

    An

  4. ((d))

    Any

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Answer: ((a))

The

81

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in reported speech.

The teacher said, “She had started the fight”.

  1. ((a))

    The teacher complained that she has started the fight.

  2. ((b))

    The teacher said that she had started the fight.

  3. ((c))

    The teacher ordered that she had started the fight,

  4. ((d))

    The teacher said that she has started the fight.

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Answer: ((a))

The teacher complained that she has started the fight.

82

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the underlined group of words in the given sentence.

The war resulted in ruthless killing of many people.

  1. ((a))

    sacrilege

  2. ((b))

    fratricide

  3. ((c))

    carnage

  4. ((d))

    murder

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Answer: ((a))

sacrilege

83

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.

The storm destroyed the entire village.

  1. ((a))

    The entire village was destroyed by the storm.

  2. ((b))

    The storm was destroying the entire village. 

  3. ((c))

    The village was being destroyed entirely by the storm. 

  4. ((d))

    The village was entirely destroyed by the storm.

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Answer: ((a))

The entire village was destroyed by the storm.

84

Select the most appropriate synonym for the highlighted word.

The hapless incident was a result of sheer negligence by the authorities.

  1. ((a))

     joyful

  2. ((b))

    triumphant

  3. ((c))

    ill- fated

  4. ((d))

    grateful

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Answer: ((a))

 joyful

85

Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.

She has gained a lot of fame but still she is very realistic and sensible.

  1. ((a))

    down to earth

  2. ((b))

    down to it

  3. ((c))

    down to bottom

  4. ((d))

    down to drown

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Answer: ((a))

down to earth

86

Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.

  1. ((a))

    Publicly

  2. ((b))

    Punctual

  3. ((c))

    Protien

  4. ((d))

    Pursuit

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Answer: ((a))

Publicly

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

The Publications Division (PD), one of the leading publishing houses in the country and the largest in the public sector, functions (1)________ the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. It attempts to promote National Integration by (2)________ information and creating awareness about the various activities, regions, people and the (3)________ cultures and beliefs of the Nation. The Division publishes and sells books at affordable prices through its outlets in important cities and also (4)________ agents. It also participates in exhibitions and books fairs to promote the sale of books and journals. Till date, 7,600 titles (5)________ published, of which 1,500 are live today. Besides books, the Publication Division has also brought out 21 journals about various issues of national and social significance.

87

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 1. 

  1. ((a))

    of

  2. ((b))

    in

  3. ((c))

    under

  4. ((d))

    on

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Answer: ((a))

of

88

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 2.

  1. ((a))

    concealing

  2. ((b))

    disseminating 

  3. ((c))

    pouring

  4. ((d))

    assembling

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Answer: ((a))

concealing

89

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 3. 

  1. ((a))

    same

  2. ((b))

    myriad

  3. ((c))

    clear

  4. ((d))

    absolute

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Answer: ((a))

same

90

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 4.

  1. ((a))

    through

  2. ((b))

    as

  3. ((c))

    about

  4. ((d))

    in

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Answer: ((a))

through

91

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 5.

  1. ((a))

    have being

  2. ((b))

    have been

  3. ((c))

    have be

  4. ((d))

    had being

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Answer: ((a))

have being

92

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

Conditions such as stress, depression and anxiety can all affect mental health and _________ a person’s routine.

  1. ((a))

    fragment

  2. ((b))

    crush

  3. ((c))

    dishevel

  4. ((d))

    disrupt

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Answer: ((a))

fragment

93

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Hasten

  1. ((a))

    Triumph

  2. ((b))

    Spooky

  3. ((c))

    Present

  4. ((d))

    Dawdle

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Answer: ((a))

Triumph

94

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No substitution’.

He was advised for walking alone in the neighbourhood.

  1. ((a))

    No substitution

  2. ((b))

    advised about  

  3. ((c))

    advised against

  4. ((d))

    advised on

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Answer: ((a))

No substitution

Read the given passage and answer the question that follows. 

When the dance had finished, Odysseus stood, his voice raised for all to hear. “We are truly honoured by your performance; not everyone can say that they have seen the dancers of Scyros. As tokens of our admiration we have brought gifts for you and your king.” A murmur of excitement. Luxuries did not come often to Scyros; no one here had the money to buy them.

You are too kind.” Lycomedes’ face was flushed with genuine pleasure; he had not expected this generosity. The servants brought trunks forth at Odysseus’ signal and began unloading them on the long tables. I saw the glitter of silver, the shine of glass and gems. All of us, men and women both, leaned towards them, eager to see.

‘Please, take what you like,’ Odysseus said. The girls moved swiftly to the tables, and I watched them fingering the bright trinkets: perfumes in delicate glass bottles stoppered with a bit of wax; mirrors with carved ivory for handles; bracelets of twisted gold; ribbons, dyed deep in purples and reds. Among these were a few things I assumed were meant for Lycomedes and his counsellors: leather-bound shields, carved spear hafts, and silvered swords with supple kidskin sheathes. Lycomedes’ eyes had caught on one of these, like a fish snagged by a line. Odysseus stood near, presiding benevolently. 

Achilles kept to the back, drifting slowly along the table. He paused to dab some perfume on his slender wrists, stroke the smooth handle of a mirror. He lingered a moment over a pair of earrings, blue stones set in silver wire.

A movement at the far end of the hall caught my eye. Diomedes had crossed the chamber and was speaking with one of his servants, who nodded and left through the large double doors. Whatever it was could not be important; Diomedes seemed half-asleep, his eyes heavy-lidded and bored. 

I looked back to Achilles. He was holding the earrings up to his ears now, turning them this way and that, pursing his lips, playing at girlishness. It amused him, and the corner of his mouth curved up. His eyes flicked around the hall, catching for a moment on my face. I could not help myself. I smiled.

95

Which word in the passage is OPPOSITE in meaning to ‘advanced’?

  1. ((a))

    Flushed

  2. ((b))

    Lingered

  3. ((c))

    Crossed

  4. ((d))

    Snagged

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Answer: ((a))

Flushed

96

“He was holding the earrings up to his ears now, turning them this way and that, pursing his lips, playing at girlishness.”

What do you infer as the most probable reason for Achilles’ behaviour?

  1. ((a))

    Achilles was selecting an ideal gift for Lycomedes. 

  2. ((b))

    Achilles was in charge of selecting the best accessories for war.

  3. ((c))

    Achilles was in a woman’s disguise and was playing his part. 

  4. ((d))

    Achilles was playing the part of an ideal host.

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Answer: ((a))

Achilles was selecting an ideal gift for Lycomedes. 

97

Why was Odysseus distributing the gifts?

  1. ((a))

    Because he was very generous and wanted to help the people of Scyros who could not afford such gifts. 

  2. ((b))

    Because he knew Achilles’ fascination for jewellery and wanted to gift him earrings and other ornaments. 

  3. ((c))

    Because he was pleased after witnessing the performance of the dancers of Scyros.

  4. ((d))

    Because he wanted to take Lycomedes to war and had come to gift him swords and shields. 

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Answer: ((a))

Because he was very generous and wanted to help the people of Scyros who could not afford such gifts. 

98

“Lycomedes’ eyes had caught on one of these, like a fish snagged by a line.” What can be inferred from this statement?

  1. ((a))

    He was attracted to the unique looking sword which looked like a fishing line with a hook. 

  2. ((b))

    Being a warrior, he was attracted to the sword and all the more since he could not afford one like that on his own.

  3. ((c))

    He was very cunning and wanted to take the shields and swords in order to fight Odysseus later on.

  4. ((d))

    He was a greedy man and wanted to take the best gifts for himself without sharing anything with others.

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Answer: ((a))

He was attracted to the unique looking sword which looked like a fishing line with a hook. 

99

What is the passage based upon?

  1. ((a))

    A palace scene where the king and his counsellors are deciding to give gifts to the poor people who had just completed their dance performance in front of everyone.

  2. ((b))

    A palace scene where the king is distributing gifts to the performers who are very poor and cannot afford to buy such gifts on their own. 

  3. ((c))

    A palace scene where a dance performance is taking place and thereafter, gifts are distributed to the performers and their selecting the trinkets are described. 

  4. ((d))

    A palace scene where gifts are being distributed after a dance performance and detailed descriptions of the gifts and the way that people are choosing them are presented.

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Answer: ((a))

A palace scene where the king and his counsellors are deciding to give gifts to the poor people who had just completed their dance performance in front of everyone.

100

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

On cloud nine

  1. ((a))

    To be extremely cautious 

  2. ((b))

    To be extremely happy

  3. ((c))

    To be extremely shaky

  4. ((d))

    To be extremely sad 

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Answer: ((a))

To be extremely cautious 

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