1.In a certain code language, ‘FAN’ is written as ’21’. How will ‘TORCH’ be written in that language?
A. 64
B. 74
C. 53
D. 23
Solution
The logic followed here is:
Logic: Sum of the place values of the letters in the word is the code of that word.
Now,
‘FAN’ is coded as ’21’
⇒ F(6) + A(1) + N(14) = 21.
Similarly,
for ‘TORCH’
⇒ T(20) + O(15) + R(18) + C(3) + H(8) = 64;
So, ‘TORCH’ will be coded as ’64’.
Hence, the correct answer is “64”.
2. Select the number from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series.
241, 208, 171, 130, 85, ?
A. 36
B. 45
C. 38
D. 40
Solution
The pattern followed in the givens series is:
The difference of difference between the terms is 4.
Hence, the correct answer is option (1).
3. Select the option that is related to the third number in the same way as the second number is related to the first number.
85 : 6 :: 97 : ?
A. 4
B. 10
C. 7
D. 12
Solution
The logic followed here is :-
Second number = (First digit of number – Second digit of number) × 2
85 : 6 → (8 – 5) × 2 = 3 × 2 = 6
Similarly,
97 : ? → (9 – 7) × 2 = 2 × 2 = 4
Hence, the correct answer is “4”.
4. 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.
DRIVER : KZROWI :: COSTLY : ?
A. JWBMPD
B. JWMDPB
C. JWBMDP
D. JWBDMP
Solution
The logic followed here is :-
- DRIVER : KZROWI
Similarly,
- COSTLY :
Hence, the correct answer is “JWBMDP”.
5. U is the granddaughter of T. S is the grandmother of P. R is the mother of U and wife of Q. Q’s mother is S. H is the son of Z. Z is the daughter-in-law of Q. W is the sister of Z. How is Z related to U?
A. Sister
B. Mother
C. Sister-in-law
D. Grandmother
Solution
By using the following symbols in the table given below, we can draw the following family tree:
According to the given information :
- R is the mother of U and wife of Q. Q’s mother is S.
- U is the granddaughter of T. S is the grandmother of P.
H is the son of Z. Z is the daughter-in-law of Q. W is the sister of Z.
Clearly, ‘Z is Sister-in-law of U’.
Hence, the correct answer is “Sister-in-law”.
6. A piece of paper is folded and punched as shown below in the question figures. From the given answer figures, indicate how it will appear when opened?
A. 
B. 
C. 
D. 
Solution
When the paper is unfolded, the image appears as follows:
Hence, the correct answer is ” Option 4 “.
7. Which letter cluster will replace the question mark (?) to complete the given series?
DINS , GLQV, JOTY, ?, PUZE
A. RWMB
B. WBMR
C. WBPQ
D. MRWB
Solution
According to the english alphabet series and its positional value :
The logic followed here is :
Hence, Option 4 is the correct answer.
8. Five friends N, Q, T, P and Y are sitting in a row facing towards the North. T is sitting to the right of N who is sitting to the right of Y. Q is sitting at the second position from the right end. Who is sitting second to the right of T?
A. N
B. T
C. P
D. Y
Solution
Five persons A, B, C, D and E are sitting in a row facing towards the North.
1) Q is sitting at the second position from the right end.
2) T is sitting to the right of N who is sitting to the right of Y.
Final sitting arrangement is:
So, “P” is sitting second to the right of T.
Hence, the correct answer is “P”.
9. 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.)
Exercise : Gymnasium :: Tennis : ?
A. Ring
B. Court
C. Stadium
D. Corridor
Solution
The pattern followed in the given pair is:
Exercise : Gymnasium → Exercise is practiced in the Gymnasium.
Similarly,
Tennis : ? → Tennis is practiced in ?
Now we consider the given options:
Option 1) Ring → Tennis is not practiced in ring.
Option 2) Court → Tennis is practiced in court.
Option 3) Stadium → Tennis is not practiced in stadium.
Option 4) Corridor → Tennis is not practiced in corridor.
Hence, the correct answer is “option (2)”.
10. What will come in the place of ‘?’ in the following equation, if ‘+’ and ‘-‘ are interchanged and ‘×’ and ‘÷’ are interchanged?
17 ÷ 9 – 39 + 225 × 15 = ?
A. 167
B. 177
C. 157
D. 187
Solution
BODMAS Rule:
According to the given question:
| Symbols | Interchanged with |
| + | – |
| – | + |
| × | ÷ |
| ÷ | × |
Given equation : 17 ÷ 9 – 39 + 225 × 15 = ?
Now if ‘+’ and ‘-‘ are interchanged with ‘-‘ and ‘+’ respectively, and ‘×’ and ‘÷’ are interchanged then:
⇒ 17 × 9 + 39 – 225 ÷ 15 = ?
Using BODMAS rule:
⇒ 17 × 9 + 39 – 225 ÷ 15 = ?
⇒ 17 × 9 + 39 – 15= ?
⇒ 153 + 39 – 15 = ?
⇒ 192 – 15 = 177.
Hence, the correct answer is ‘Option 2’.
11. In a certain code language, ‘MODERN’ is coded as ‘KOBALJ’. What is the code for ‘PEOPLE’ in that code language?
A. BIMLCM
B. BINLBN
C. BIMLBM
D. BIMLBN
Solution
The logic followed here is:
‘MODERN’ is coded as ‘KOBALJ’,
Similarly, for ‘PEOPLE‘
So, ‘PEOPLE’ will be coded as ‘BIMLBM‘.
Hence, the correct answer is “Option 3”.
12. Read the given statements and conclusions carefully. Assuming that the information given in the statements is true, even if it appears to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the given conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements.
Statements:
All crocodiles are aquatic animals.
Some crocodiles are alligators.
Conclusions:
I. Some alligators are aquatic animals.
II. All alligators are aquatic animals.
III. Some aquatic animals are alligators.
A. Only conclusion I follows
B. Either conclusion I or II follows
C. Only conclusions II and III follow
D. Only conclusions I and III follow
Solution
Least Possible Venn diagram:
Conclusions:
I. Some alligators are aquatic animals → Follow (According to the given statements all crocodiles are aquatic animals and some alligators are crocodiles so some alligators are definitely aquatic animals)
II. All alligators are aquatic animals → Doesn’t Follow (As all crocodiles are aquatic animals and some alligators are crocodiles. so it could be possible that all alligators are aquatic animals )
This possibility scenario can be shown by the following Venn diagram:
From the above Venn diagram, we can say that all alligators are aquatic animals but it is a possibility.
III. Some aquatic animals are alligators → Follow (from the given statements all crocodiles are aquatic animals and some alligators are crocodiles so some aquatic animals are definitely alligators).
Hence, the correct answer is “Only Conclusion I and III follow”.
13. Select the figure that will come next in the following series.
A. 
B. 
C. 
D. 
Solution
The figure that will replace the question mark (?) in the following figure series is shown below:
- The middle figure rotates respectively 45°, 90°, 135°, 180° and 225°.
1st to 2nd figure-
- The upper two shapes and the Lower two shapes interchange their position left and right.
2nd to 3rd figure-
- Then The upper two shapes and the Lower two shapes interchange their position.
3rd to 4th figure-
- Then upper left shape shifted to the upper right side.
- The upper right shape shifted to the lower left side.
- The lower left shape shifted to the lower right side.
- The lower right shape shifted to the upper right side.
4th to 5th figure-
- The upper two shapes and the Lower two shapes interchange their position left and right.
5rd to 6th figure-
- Then The upper two shapes and the Lower two shapes interchange their position.
Final series is
Hence, ‘option 3’ is the correct answer.
14. Select the option that represents the letters that, when placed from left to right in the blanks below, will complete the letter sequence correctly.
Q _ _ R R K B _ _ K B R T _ _ R
A. K B R S K B
B. Q B R S P R
C. K B R P R B
D. Q R B S P R
Solution
1. K B R S K B
Given sequence: Q _ _ R R K B _ _ K B R T _ _ R
After filling the blanks by the letters in the options given, we get:
Q K B R / R K B R / S K B R / T K B R
A particular pattern is repeated when the series is divided into four equal parts.
First letter in each part follows the logic: Q + 1 = R; R + 1 = S; S + 1 = T
2. Q B R S P R
Given sequence: Q _ _ R R K B _ _ K B R T _ _ R
After filling the blanks by the letters in the options given, we get:
Q Q B R / R K B R / S K B R / T P R R
No particular pattern is repeated when the series is divided into four equal parts.
3. K B R P R B
Given sequence: Q _ _ R R K B _ _ K B R T _ _ R
After filling the blanks by the letters in the options given, we get:
Q K B R / R K B R / P K B R / T R B R
No particular pattern is repeated when the series is divided into four equal parts.
4. Q R B S P R
Given sequence: Q _ _ R R K B _ _ K B R T _ _ R
After filling the blanks by the letters in the options given, we get:
Q Q R R / R K B B / S K B R / T P R R
No particular pattern is repeated when the series is divided into four equal parts.
Hence, ‘K B R S K B’ is the correct answer.
15. Eight friends, A, B, C, D, E, F, G and H, are sitting clockwise around a circular table in the same sequence, facing the centre, at equal distance between them. C is facing the north direction. Now if D leaves his place and a new friend Y occupies D’s place, then which of the following two persons are sitting opposite each other?
A. Y and B
B. C and H
C. B and F
D. F and A
Solution
Eight friends, A, B, C, D, E, F, G and H, are sitting clockwise around a circular table in the same sequence, facing the centre, at equal distance between them.
C is facing the north direction.
Now if D leaves his place and a new friend Y occupies D’s place.
Then, the two persons that are sitting opposite each other:
- Y and B → No
- C and H → No
- B and F → Yes
- F and A → No
Hence, ‘B and F‘ is the correct answer.
16. ‘P & Q’ means ‘P is the sister of Q’.
‘P % Q’ means ‘P is the brother of Q’.
‘P $ Q’ means ‘P is the mother of Q’.
‘P = Q’ means ‘P is the father of Q’.
If A = B $ C & D % E, then how is C related to A?
A. Son’s daughter
B. Daughter’s daughter
C. Son’s son
D. Daughter’s son
Solution
Decoding symbols:
| P is | ||||
| Symbol | & | % | $ | = |
| Meaning | Sister | Brother | Mother | Father |
| to Q | ||||
Given: A = B $ C & D % E
A = B → A is the father of B.
B $ C → B is the mother of C.
C & D → C is the sister of D.
D % E → D is the brother of E.
Thus, C is A’s daughter’s daughter or granddaughter.
Hence, the correct answer is “Option 2”
17. B was standing at a point, facing north. B turned and ran towards the east for 50 m, then turned towards the south and walked for 30 m. He then turned left and ran for 40 m, then turned right and ran for 50 m, turned right again and walked for 10 m and at last, turned right and walked for 20 m. How much distance did B cover only by walk and in which direction is he facing now?
(All turns are 90 degree turns only)
A. 150 m, North
B. 60 m, South
C. 60 m, North
D. 150 m, South
Solution
Given:
B was standing at a point, facing north.
Then, B turned and ran towards the east for 50 m,
then turned towards the south and walked for 30 m.
He then turned left and ran for 40 m,
then turned right and ran for 50 m,
turned right again and walked for 10 m,
and at last, turned right and walked for 20 m.
So, at his final position, B is facing the North direction.
Also, total distance that B has walked is = 30m + 10m + 20m = 60m.
Therefore, B has walked a total distance of 60m and is facing the North at last.
Hence, the correct answer is “Option 3“.
18. After arranging the given words according to dictionary order, which word will come at ‘Fourth’ position?
1. Unseen
2. Unseam
3. Unsafe
4. Unsound
5. Unsay
A. Unseen
B. Unsay
C. Unseam
D. Unsound
Solution
According to dictionary order :
3. Unsafe
5. Unsay
2. Unseam
1. Unseen
4. Unsound
Hence, “Unseen” is the correct answer.
19. Select the correct mirror image of the given figure when the mirror is placed at MN as shown below.
A. 
B. 
C. 
D. 
Solution
The mirror image of the given figure when the mirror is placed at MN will be:
Hence, the correct answer is ‘Option 3’.
20. What will come in place of the question mark (?) in the following equation if ‘+’ and ‘–’ are interchanged and ‘×’ and ‘÷’ are interchanged?
135 × 5 – 12 ÷ 11 + 8 = ?
A. 151
B. 121
C. 136
D. 169
Solution
Given: 135 × 5 – 12 ÷ 11 + 8 = ?
According to the question, after ‘+’ and ‘-‘ are interchanged and ‘×’ and ‘÷’ are interchanged:
135 × 5 – 12 ÷ 11 + 8 = ? ⇒ 135 ÷ 5 + 12 × 11 – 8 = ?
⇒ 135 ÷ 5 + 12 × 11 – 8 = ?
⇒ 27 + 12 × 11 – 8 = ?
⇒ 27 + 132 – 8 = ?
⇒ 159 – 8 = ?
⇒ 151 = ?
Hence, “Option 1” is the correct answer.
21. With which instrument is Ustad Sultan Khan associated?
A. Sitar
B. Sarod
C . Tabla
D. Sarangi
Solution
The correct answer is Sarangi.
Key Points
- Ustad Sultan Khan was an Indian Sarangi player.
- A sarangi is a bowed stringed instrument with a skin-covered resonator.
- Ustad Sultan Khan was also a classical vocalist belonging to Sikar Gharana.
- He was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2010.
Additional Information
| Famous Instrumentalist | Instrument |
|---|---|
| K. R. Kumaraswamy Iyer, Doraiswami Iyenger | Veena |
| Kishan Maharaj, Alla Rakha Khan, Zakir Hussain, Nikhil Ghosh | Tabla |
| Tarun Bhattacharya, Bhajan Sopori, Ulhas Bapat | Santoor |
| Ravi Shankar, Nikhil Banerjee, Hara Shankar Bhattacharya, Vilayat Khan | Sitar |
| Gajanan Rao Joshi, Baluswamy Dikshitar, M. S. Gopala Krishnan, Lalgudi G. Jayaraman, T. N. Krishnan, Mysore T. Chowdiah | Violin |
| Ghulam Ali Sabir Khan, Suhali Yusuf Khan, Sultan Khan, Ustad Binda Khan | Sarangi |
| Allaudin Khan, Ali Akbar Khan, Zarin S Sharma, Sharan Rani, Amjad Ali Khan, Amaan Ali, Ayaan Ali, Buddhadev Dasgupta, Bahadur Khan | Sarod |
| Arupathi Natesa Iyer, Tanjavoor Vaidyanath Iyer, Palghat Mani Iyer | Mridang |
| T. R. Mahalingam, Hari Prasad Chaurasia, Pannalal Ghosh | Flute |
| Anant lal, Bismillah Khan, Ali Ahmed Hussain Khan, S. Balesh | Shehnai |
22. Which of the following folk dance forms does NOT belong to the state of Gujarat?
A. Garba
B. Dandiya Raas
C. Bidesiya
D. Vinchhudo
Solution
The correct answer is Bidesiya.
Key Points
- Bidesiya is an important style of song that are sung in Baghelkhand.
- Bidesiya’s songs are related to the theme of love, separation, and reunion with the beloved.
- The Bidesiya song implores the loved ones to return early.
- Baghelkhand is a region that covers the northeastern regions of Madhya Pradesh and a small area of southeastern Uttar Pradesh, also in Bhojpuri-speaking belt’ comprising parts of Bihar.
- Bagelkhand is surrounded by the Indo-Gangetic plains in the north and east, Bundelkhand in the west, and the Vindhya range in the south.
Additional Information
| Folk Dance | Details |
|---|---|
| Chhau | Mask dance with vigorous movements that narrate mythological stories.Chhau is performed in Odisha, West Bengal, and Jharkhand.In 2010 it was added to UNESCO’s list of intangible heritage items. |
| Garba | Popular in Gujarat and it is held at the time of Navratra. |
| Swang | Rajasthan, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Malwa region of Madhya Pradesh. |
| Dandiya raas | It represents the mock fight between Durga and mahishasura |
| Tarangmel | The folk dance of Goa is performed during Dussehra and Holi. |
| Ghumar | Performed by bhil women of Rajasthan |
| Vinchhudo | Vinchhudo dance primarily associated with Gujarat. |
| Kalbelia | Performed by kalbeli women of Rajasthan.In 2010 it was added to UNESCO’s list of intangible heritage items. |
| Charba | Popular folk dance of Himachal Pradesh |
| Bhangra | Highly energetic folk dance of Punjab. |
| Raslila, and Nautanki | Popular folk dance of Uttar Pradesh |
| Dadra | Semiclassical form of dance popular in Uttar Pradesh |
| Jawara | Harvest dance popular in the Bundelkhand region of Madhya Pradesh |
| Rangma / Bamboo dance | War dance of Nagas |
| Bihu | Popular folk dance of Assam |
| Gaur Maria | The important ritualistic dance form of Bison horn maria tribes |
| Thang-Ta | Martial dance in Manipur. |
23. In which state is the dance form ‘Ghumar’ primarily performed by women during festivals and weddings?
A. Gujarat
B. Punjab
C. Rajasthan
D. Haryana
Solution
The correct answer is Rajasthan
Key Points
- Ghumar is a traditional dance form that is primarily performed by women in the state of Rajasthan.
- The dance is especially popular during festivals and weddings.
- Ghumar involves graceful movements and swirling of the ghagras (long skirts), which are a significant part of the traditional Rajasthani attire.
- This dance form is a symbol of the rich cultural heritage of Rajasthan and is often performed to celebrate joyous occasions.
Additional Information
Ghumar has been recognized as an Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO.
Ghumar is also known for its elegant and intricate dance steps which are performed in a circular pattern.
The dance is accompanied by traditional Rajasthani music, which includes instruments like the dhol, nagada, and harmonium.
24. In which of the following cities is World Economic Forum headquartered?
A. London, the UK
B. Geneva, Switzerland
C. Washington DC, the US
D. Paris, France
Solution
The correct answer is Geneva, Switzerland.
It was established in 1971 as a not-for-profit foundation that is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.
- The World Economic Forum is the International Organization for Public-Private Cooperation.
- The WEF was founded by Klaus Schwab, a business professor at the University of Geneva.
- The Forum engages the foremost political, business, cultural and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas.
- Reports released by the WEF – Global Competitiveness Report, the Global Risks Report and the Global Gender Gap Report.
Additional Information
The Annual Meeting 2022, returning to Davos-Klosters after a two-year hiatus, will offer world leaders an opportunity to take stock of the state of the world and shape partnerships and policies for the crucial period ahead.
The annual meeting of the World Economic Forum took place in Switzerland.
The World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting will take place in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland from 22-26 May 2022.
It will take place under the theme of Working Together, Restoring Trust.
It will be the first global in-person leadership event since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The World Economic Forum is pleased to announce that it will hold its Annual Meeting 2022 in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland, from Sunday 22 to Thursday 26 May.
25. Which of the following statements is correct with respect to the Badminton game and match length?
A. A match consists of the best of four games of 21 points.
B. A match consists of the best of three games of 21 points.
C. A match consists of the best of two games of 21 points.
D. A match consists of the best of five games of 21 points.
Solution
The correct answer is A match consists of the best of three games of 21 points
Key Points
- A match in badminton consists of the best of three games of 21 points.
- The first player or pair to reach 21 points wins the game, provided there is a minimum lead of 2 points.
- If the score reaches 20-20, the game continues until one player or pair gains a 2-point lead (e.g., 22-20, 23-21).
- If the score reaches 29-29, the first player or pair to reach 30 points wins the game.
- The winner of a match is the first to win two games.
Additional Information
The serve must be underhand and the shuttlecock must be hit below the server’s waist.
Badminton is governed by the Badminton World Federation (BWF).
The sport can be played in singles (one player per side) or doubles (two players per side).
Badminton became an Olympic sport in 1992 at the Barcelona Games.
The court dimensions for singles and doubles are different, with the doubles court being wider.
Players must serve diagonally across the court to their opponent.
26. Which of the following is the first Indian woman Grandmaster in Chess?
A. Harika Dronavalli
B. S Vijayalakshmi
C. Tania Sachdev
D. R Vaishali
Solution
The correct answer is S Vijayalakshmi.
Key Points
- S Vijayalakshmi became India’s first woman Grandmaster in Chess.
- She achieved this title in the year 2001.
- Vijayalakshmi has been a pioneering figure in Indian women’s chess and has set a benchmark for future generations.
- She has also won several national and international titles, contributing significantly to Indian chess.
Additional Information
R Vaishali: A young and promising talent in Indian chess, she is also the sister of GM Praggnanandhaa.
Grandmaster (GM)
It is the highest title awarded by FIDE, the international chess federation.
Apart from World Champion, Grandmaster is the highest title a chess player can attain.
Once achieved, the title is held for life, though exceptionally it can be revoked for cheating.
FIDE
FIDE stands for Fédération Internationale des Échecs or International Chess Federation.
It is the organization that governs international chess competition.
FIDE was founded in Paris, France, on July 20, 1924.
International Titles in Chess
FIDE awards several titles to chess players: Grandmaster (GM), International Master (IM), FIDE Master (FM), and Candidate Master (CM).
For women, there are equivalent titles: Woman Grandmaster (WGM), Woman International Master (WIM), Woman FIDE Master (WFM), and Woman Candidate Master (WCM).
Key Women Chess Players in India
Koneru Humpy: She is the second Indian woman to achieve the GM title and has been one of the top female players globally.
Harika Dronavalli: Another prominent Indian woman Grandmaster who has won multiple medals in international competitions.
Tania Sachdev: Known for her achievements in chess as well as her role as a chess commentator and presenter.
27. Sahitya Akademi Yuva Puraskar announced for 23 writers, and Bal Puraskar for 24 authors. Which language did Parvati Tirkey receive the Yuva Puraskar for?
A. English
B. Tamil
C. Telugu
D. Hindi
Solution
The Correct Answer is Hindi.
In News
- Sahitya Akademi Yuva Puraskar announced for 23 writers, and Bal Puraskar for 24 authors.
Key Points
₹50,000 cash prize
Sahitya Akademi announced 23 winners for the Yuva Puraskar and 24 winners for the Bal Puraskar for 2025.
Yuva Puraskar winners include:
Advait Kottary – English
Parvati Tirkey – Hindi
Latshmihar – Tamil
Prasad Suri – Telugu
Sahitya Akademi is India’s National Academy of Letters.
It promotes literature in 24 Indian languages, including English.
Inaugurated by the Government of India on 12 March 1954.
Autonomous body, registered as a society on 7 January 1956 under the Societies Registration Act, 1860.
Award Includes:
A casket with an engraved copper plaque
28. Who was conferred with the BCCI Lifetime Achievement Award at the Board’s annual gala for 2024?
A. Virat Kohli
B. Sourav Ganguly
C. Rahul Dravid
D. Sachin Tendulkar
Solution
The correct answer is Sachin Tendulkar.
In News
- Sachin Tendulkar was conferred with the BCCI’s Lifetime Achievement Award for 2024 during the annual gala event.
- Tendulkar is renowned for his iconic records in both Test and One Day International (ODI) cricket, holding the record for the most runs in both formats.
- The award he is set to receive is the prestigious C K Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award for the year 2024.
- This recognition highlights Tendulkar’s unparalleled contribution to Indian and international cricket.
Key Points
- Sachin Tendulkar has played 664 international games for India, an achievement that adds to his legacy as one of cricket’s greatest players.
- His batting records, including the highest number of runs in both Test and ODI formats, are unmatched in the history of the game.
- He will be honored with the C K Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award, a prestigious accolade presented by the BCCI.
- The Lifetime Achievement Award is given to individuals who have made exceptional contributions to Indian cricket over the years.
Additional Information
Awards he received: Bharat Ratna, Padma Vibhushan, Padma Shri, Maharashtra Bhushan, Khel Ratna Award, Arjuna Award.
C K Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award
A prestigious award given by the BCCI to honor cricketers who have made exceptional contributions to the sport.
Named after C K Nayudu, one of the pioneers of Indian cricket.
Sachin Tendulkar
Known as the ‘Master Blaster’, Tendulkar is considered one of the greatest cricketers in history.
He retired from international cricket in 2013 after an illustrious career spanning over two decades.
29. Harmanpreet Singh, ___________Win Hockey India Player of the Year Awards 2024, in the seventh Hockey India Annual Awards.
A. Savita Punia
B. Nikki Pradhan
C. Manisha Chauhan
D. Navneet Kaur
Solution
The Correct Answer is Savita Punia.
In News
- Harmanpreet Singh, Savita Punia Win Hockey India Player of the Year Awards.
Key Points
The 1975 Men’s World Cup-winning team was honored with the Hockey India Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement award.
Harmanpreet Singh and Savita Punia won the Hockey India Balbir Singh Senior Player of the Year awards in the men’s and women’s categories, respectively.
Harmanpreet led India to their second consecutive bronze at the 2024 Paris Olympics, and he was part of the Tokyo 2020 bronze medal-winning team.
Savita Punia was part of the Indian women’s team that narrowly missed a bronze at the Tokyo Olympics, losing to Great Britain in the third-place match.
Savita Punia also won the Hockey India Baljit Singh Goalkeeper of the Year award for the third time.
The 7th Hockey India Annual Awards commemorated 100 years of Indian hockey and celebrated India’s World Cup victory in 1975 in Kuala Lumpur.
30. Which city ranked eighth globally and secured the top spot in West Asia in the Global Power City Index 2024?
A. Tokyo
B. London
C. New York
D. Dubai
Solution
The correct answer is Dubai
In News
- Dubai has secured the 8th position globally in the Global Power City Index (GPCI) 2024 and remains the top city in the Middle East for the second consecutive year.
Key Points
Dubai’s achievement emphasizes its role in setting global standards for excellence and leading the way in business and innovation in the region.
The GPCI, released annually by Japan’s Mori Memorial Foundation, evaluates cities based on six key areas: Economy, Research and Development, Cultural Interaction, Livability, Environment, and Accessibility.
Dubai excels in innovation, economic growth, and global connectivity, solidifying its status as a global hub for business, talent, and investment.
Sheikh Hamdan, the Crown Prince of Dubai, attributed the city’s success to its modern infrastructure, progressive laws, and strong public-private partnerships.
31. Which of the following is not one of the four key pillars evaluated in the recently unveiled LEADS 2024 Report?
A. Logistics Infrastructure
B. Digital Innovation
C. Sustainable Logistics
D. Operating and Regulatory Environment
Solution
The correct answer is Digital Innovation.
In News
- Shri Piyush Goyal unveiled the “Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS) 2024” report, highlighting four key pillars of evaluation.
Key Points
- The four key pillars are:
- Logistics Infrastructure
- Logistics Services
- Operating and Regulatory Environment
- Sustainable Logistics (introduced in 2024).
- ‘Digital Innovation’ is not a key pillar but is part of the overarching strategy to improve logistics through digitalisation.
Additional Information
- Key Pillars of LEADS 2024
- Logistics Infrastructure: Focus on transport networks, terminals, and facilities.
- Logistics Services: Quality, efficiency, and coverage of logistics-related services.
- Operating and Regulatory Environment: Policies, governance, and regulatory frameworks.
- Sustainable Logistics: Green practices, workforce inclusivity, and environmental impact reduction.
- Digital Innovation
- Although not a separate pillar, it supports transformation through technologies like AI, ML, and data analytics.
Important Points Logistics Ease Across Different States 2024 Report 2024 Updates
Aspirers: Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Ladakh
Coastal Group
Achievers: Gujarat, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Odisha, Tamil Nadu
Fast Movers: Andhra Pradesh, Goa
Aspirers: Kerala, West Bengal
Landlocked Group
Achievers: Haryana, Telangana, UP
Fast Movers: Bihar, Himachal Pradesh, MP
Aspirers: Chhattisgarh
North-Eastern Group
Achievers: Assam, Arunachal Pradesh
Fast Movers: Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland
Aspirers: Manipur
Union Territories
Achievers: Chandigarh, Delhi
Fast Movers: J&K, Lakshadweep, Puducherry
32. Which city will host the Hero Asia Cup Hockey 2025 tournament?
A. Patna
B. Rajgir
C. Gaya
D. Danapur
Solution
The Correct Answer is Rajgir.
In News
- Rajgir to host Hero Asia Cup Hockey 2025 in August.
Key Points
South Korea has won the Men’s Asia Cup five times, the most in the tournament’s history, followed by India and Pakistan with three wins each.
Hero Asia Cup Hockey 2025 will be held in Rajgir, Bihar from August 29 to September 7.
The tournament will take place at the newly developed Rajgir Hockey Stadium.
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Hockey India and the Bihar State Sports Authority.
This will be Rajgir’s second international event after hosting the Women’s Asian Champions Trophy in November 2024, where India won the tournament.
8 teams will participate, including India, Pakistan, Japan, Korea, China, and Malaysia. The remaining two teams will qualify through the AHF Cup.
33. Which country is the most polluted in 2024 and what is India’s rank as per the recently revealed 2024 Air Pollution Rankings by IQAir?
A. Democratic Republic of Congo, India at 4th
B. Pakistan, India at 6th
C. Chad, India at 5th
D. Bangladesh, India at 3rd
Solution
The correct answer is Chad and India’s Rank is 5th.
In News
- Chad is the most polluted country in 2024, with pollution levels over 15 times higher than WHO guidelines.
- India ranks fifth in global pollution rankings, with Byrnihat being the most polluted city in India, registering a PM2.5 level of 128 mg/cu m.
Key Points
- Chad has the highest pollution levels in 2024, exceeding WHO guidelines by more than 15 times.
- India ranks fifth in global pollution levels with an average PM2.5 level of 50.6 mg/cu m in 2024.
- Byrnihat, an industrialized city in India’s northeast, recorded the highest PM2.5 level of 128 mg/cu m in the country.
- Climate change is increasing the pollution levels due to higher temperatures and prolonged forest fires, impacting various regions globally.
- Swiss company IQAir’s 2024 World Air Quality Report revealed this.
- India was 5th in the smog rankings behind Chad, Bangladesh, Pakistan & Democratic Republic of Congo.
Additional Information
Climate Change: A major driver of increased pollution, with higher temperatures fueling more intense and prolonged forest fires, which in turn increases air pollution levels.
PM2.5: A measure of fine particulate matter in the air, less than 2.5 micrometers in diameter, which can be hazardous to health.
WHO Guidelines: World Health Organization’s recommended safe levels for air quality, which is set at a maximum of 5 micrograms per cubic meter for PM2.5.
Byrnihat: A city in the northeastern part of India known for its industrial activity, contributing to high pollution levels.
34. Who made history by becoming the first athlete to break a national record at the Khelo India Para Games?
A. Sonam Patil
B. Jaspreet Kaur
C. Khusbhoo Gill
D. Sheetal Devi
Solution
The Correct Answer is Jaspreet Kaur.
In News
- Khelo India Para Games: Jaspreet Kaur Sets National Record.
Key Point
Shyam Sundar Swami won gold in the Compound Men’s Open category.
Jaspreet Kaur made history by becoming the first athlete to break a national record at the Khelo India Para Games.
Jaspreet lifted 101 kg in the 45 kg powerlifting category, surpassing her own national record.
In athletics, Ishwar Rampal Tak won the gold in the Men’s Javelin F12/F13 category.
In the Women’s Shot Put F12/F20 category, Khusbhoo Gill won gold.
Sumedha Pathak won the gold in the 10M Air Pistol Women SH1 category.
In para archery, Sheetal Devi won gold in the Compound Women Open category.
35. Which media outlet won the ECI Media Award for Voter Awareness for its series during the Lok Sabha Elections 2024?
A. NDTV
B. Zee News
C. Doordarshan
D. Aaj Tak
Solution
The correct answer is Doordarshan
In News
- Doordarshan, India’s public broadcasting service, has been awarded the ECI Media Award in the Electronic Media (TV) category for its significant contributions to Voter Awareness and Education during the Lok Sabha Elections 2024.
Key Points
DG Doordarshan, Kanchan Prasad, received the award from President Droupadi Murmu, reaffirming Doordarshan’s commitment to nation-building and being the trusted voice of the people.
The award recognized Doordarshan’s 360-degree campaign, particularly the “Chunav Ka Parv Desh Ka Garv” series, which focused on the importance of informed and responsible voting.
The campaign was executed across the nation during the Parliamentary Elections 2024, with a goal to encourage an informed and active citizenry.
Doordarshan created and broadcasted 30 short films on voter education, including multilingual outreach across its channels—DD National, DD India, and DD News, reaching a wide audience across India.
Additional advertisements such as L-band spots, mug branding, and 45-second advertisements were used to engage and motivate people to participate in the democratic process.
The initiative particularly focused on engaging first-time voters, empowering them to contribute actively to democracy.
36. Who is the recipient of the Gangadhar National Award for Poetry 2023?
A. Sitakant Mahapatra
B. Prativa Satpathy
C. Jayanta Mahapatra
D. Ramakanta Rath
Solution
The correct answer is Prativa Satpathy.
In News
- Renowned Odia poet Prativa Satpathy will receive the Gangadhar National Award for Poetry 2023 from Sambalpur University.
Key Points
- Known for her acclaimed work ‘Sesha Janha’.
- Her writings have been translated into multiple Indian and foreign languages.
- The Gangadhar National Award has been presented annually by Sambalpur University since 1989.
- The award is named after the renowned Odia poet Gangadhar Meher.
Additional Information
His poetry often reflected themes of social reform and patriotism.
Gangadhar Meher
A renowned Odia poet known as the “Yugakavi” or poet of the era.
37. What is India’s rank in the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2024, and which country has topped the list?
A. India’s rank is 96th, and Denmark topped the list
B. India’s rank is 96th, and Finland topped the list
C. India’s rank is 93rd, and Denmark topped the list
D. India’s rank is 93rd, and Finland topped the list
Solution
The correct answer is India’s rank is 96th, and Denmark topped the list.
In News
- India ranks 96th with a score of 38 in the CPI 2024, while Denmark has topped the list with a score of 90.
Key Points
- India’s rank dropped to 96th with a score of 38 in 2024, down from 93rd in 2023.
- Denmark remains at the top of the CPI list for the seventh consecutive year with a score of 90.
- The global average CPI score is 43, with more than two-thirds of countries scoring below 50, indicating significant corruption levels.
- South Sudan, Somalia, and Venezuela are among the worst performers in the CPI 2024.
Additional Information
Afghanistan: Rank 165, Score 17
CPI (Corruption Perceptions Index)
The CPI is released by Transparency International and ranks countries based on perceived levels of public sector corruption.
The index uses a scale of 0 (high corruption) to 100 (low corruption).
Top and Bottom Performers
Denmark has been the top performer for seven consecutive years with a score of 90 in 2024.
South Sudan, Somalia, and Venezuela are ranked at the bottom of the index.
India’s Performance
India ranks 96th with a score of 38, which reflects a decline in its position from 2023 (93rd) and 2022 (40th).
Regional Comparison (South Asia)
China: Rank 76, Score 42
Sri Lanka: Rank 121, Score 32
Pakistan: Rank 135, Score 27
Bangladesh: Rank 149, Score 23
38. What is the venue for the 9th Asian Winter Games 2025?
A. Seoul, South Korea
B. Quezon City, Philippines
C. Harbin, China
D. New Delhi, India
Solution
The correct answer is Harbin, China
In News
- Event Details: The 9th Asian Winter Games 2025 are scheduled to be held from 7th to 14th February.
- Venue Information: The games will be hosted in Harbin, China, providing a platform for winter sports competition.
- Government Initiative: The Government of India approved the participation of an 88-member contingent under the ANSF Scheme.
- Sports Promotion: This move underlines India’s commitment to fostering winter sports and enhancing athlete exposure at global competitions.
Additional Information
Government’s Role: The approval emphasizes transparency and merit-based selection, reinforcing India’s resolve to excel in winter sports.
Asian Winter Games: A major international event that gathers athletes from across Asia to compete in winter sports disciplines.
Harbin, China: Known for its cold winters and winter sports facilities, making it an ideal host city for such events.
ANSF Scheme: The Assistance to National Sports Federations scheme that provides financial support to athletes in various sports.
39. As per the Union Budget 2025-26, what is the target year for achieving at least 100 GW of nuclear energy development?
A. 2030
B. 2040
C. 2047
D. 2050
Solution
The correct answer is 2047
In News
- The Union Budget 2025-26 introduced key energy sector reforms to enhance nuclear and electricity infrastructure.
- The Atomic Energy Act and the Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act will be amended to achieve the goal of developing at least 100 GW of nuclear energy by 2047.
Key Points
- The government aims to generate at least 100 GW of nuclear energy by 2047.
- A Nuclear Energy Mission will be set up for research and development of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs).
- The mission has an allocated outlay of Rs. 20,000 crore.
- At least five indigenously developed SMRs are planned to be operationalized by 2033.
- The government will incentivize electricity distribution reforms and intra-state transmission capacity expansion.
- States will be allowed additional borrowing of 0.5% of GSDP, contingent on the implementation of these energy reforms.
Additional Information
India plans to develop and operationalize at least five SMRs by 2033 as part of its nuclear expansion strategy.
Union Budget
A budget is an elaborate statement of the expenditure and income of the government for the given financial year, which begins on April 1 and ends on March 31.
The Constitution uses the term Annual Financial Statement instead of “Budget,” as enshrined under Article 112 of the Constitution.
Nuclear Energy in India
India aims to increase its nuclear energy capacity to meet growing power demands and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
The country currently has a total nuclear power capacity of around 7 GW, with expansion plans under the Department of Atomic Energy.
Small Modular Reactors (SMRs)
SMRs are compact nuclear reactors designed for efficiency, safety, and flexible deployment.
40. Which historical figure was honored by renaming CISF’s Recruits Training Centre (RTC) in Arakkonam?
A. Rajendra Chola I
B. Rajaditya Chola
C. Aditya Chola I
D. Karikala Chola
Solution
The correct answer is Rajaditya Chola
In News
- The CISF Recruits Training Centre in Arakkonam has been renamed to honor Rajaditya Cholan, effective February 24, 2025.
Key Points
His life and sacrifices are immortalized in Tamil inscriptions and historical texts, preserving his legacy for future generations.
Rajaditya Cholan, son of Parantaka I, was a notable warrior of the Chola dynasty.
He was given the title ‘Yanaimel Thunjiya Devar’, meaning ‘The king who died on the back of an elephant’.
He died in 949 CE during the Battle of Thakkolam while leading Chola forces against the Rashtrakutas.
The battle was a significant moment in the Chola-Rashtrakuta conflict, demonstrating Rajaditya’s bravery and commitment.
He was fatally wounded by an arrow from Butuga, an ally of the Rashtrakutas.
Beyond warfare, Rajaditya was an effective administrator, overseeing the northern boundary of the Chola kingdom.
He contributed to temple construction, agricultural development, and economic growth, improving local livelihoods.
His death in battle solidified his status as a hero in Tamil culture, inspiring later Chola rulers.
The Chola dynasty continued to thrive for 250 years, expanding its power despite setbacks.
Rajaditya’s story is referenced in Tamil literature, including Kalki Krishnamurthy’s novel “Ponniyin Selvan”.
41. Three numbers are in the ratio 3 : 4 : 5 and their LCM is 2400. Their HCF is:
A. 80
B. 40
C. 30
D. 25
Solution
Given:
Three numbers are in the ratio 3 : 4 : 5
Their LCM = 2400
Formula used:
LCM × HCF = Product of the numbers
Numbers = HCF × Ratio terms
Calculation:
Let the HCF be x.
Numbers = 3x, 4x, 5x
LCM = 3 × 4 × 5 × x = 60x
⇒ 2400 = 60x
⇒ x = 40
∴ The HCF is 40.
42. A and B can do a piece of work in 18 and 36 days. respectively. They start working together but A leaves after 3 days. How much time will B tale to complete the remaining work?
A. 22 days
B. 24 days
C. 30 days
D. 27 days
Solution
Given:
A can do a piece of work in 18 days.
B can do the same piece of work in 36 days.
They start working together, but A leaves after 3 days.
Concept:
Work done by A in 1 day = 1/18
Work done by B in 1 day = 1/36
Total work done in 3 days when A and B work together.
Remaining work to be completed by B alone.
Calculation:
Work done by A in 3 days:
⇒ 3 × (1/18) = 1/6
Work done by B in 3 days:
⇒ 3 × (1/36) = 1/12
Total work done by A and B in 3 days:
⇒ 1/6 + 1/12
⇒ (2 + 1)/12 = 3/12 = 1/4
Remaining work:
⇒ 1 – 1/4 = 3/4
Time taken by B to complete 3/4 of the work:
⇒ (3/4) × 36
⇒ 27 days
∴ The correct answer is option 4.
43. A shopkeeper gives three successive equal discounts on an early bird sale of x%. If the overall discount given by the shopkeeper is 65.7%, then find the value of x. (in %)
A. 30%
B. 40%
C. 20%
D. 70%
Solution
Given:
A shopkeeper gives three successive equal discounts on an early bird sale of x%,
The overall discount given by the shopkeeper is 65.7%,
Formula used:
100% – Overall discount (in %) = (100% – x%)n
Where,
x is the value of the same discounts offered n times.
Calculation:
According to the question,
x is the value of the same discounts offered = 3 times
So,
⇒ (100% – 65.7%) = (100% – x%)3
⇒ 1 – 65.710065.7100 = (1 – x%)3
⇒ 1 – 65710006571000 = (1 – x%)3
⇒ 34310003431000 = (1 – x%)3
Taking cube-root on both sides of the equation,
⇒ 710710 = 1 – x%
⇒ x100x100 = 0.3
⇒ x = 30%
Therefore, the shopkeeper gives three successive equal discounts on an early bird sale of 30%.
Therefore, ‘30%’ is the required answer.
44. 6 kg of rice at Rs. 45/kg and 5 kg of rice at Rs. 60/kg are mixed together and the mixture is sold at 10% profit. what is the selling price per kg of the mixture?
A. Rs. 47/kg
B. Rs. 60/kg
C. Rs. 58/kg
D. Rs. 57/kg
Solution
Given :
Bought 6 kg of rice at Rs. 45/kg and 5 kg of rice at Rs. 60/kg.
Profit = 10%
Concept Used:
Average Price = Total Price / Total Quantity.
Calculation:
Total Price of 6 kg of rice at Rs. 45/kg = 45 × 6 = Rs.270
Total Price of 5 kg of rice at Rs. 60/kg = 60 × 5 = Rs. 300
Total Quantity = 6 kg + 5 kg = 11 kg.
45. The difference between the circumference of a circular vessel (candy maker) and its diameter is 60 cm. If 40 cm2 is waste material and 16 square boxes are required to pack the remaining quantity of candy, then find the side of each square box.
A. 8 cm
B. 6 cm
C. 5 cm
D. 4 cm
Solution
Given:
Circumference – Diameter = 60 cm
Waste material = 40 cm2
16 square boxes are required
Formula used:
Circumference of a circular vessel = 2 × π × radius
Diameter = 2 × radius
Area of a circular vessel = π × radius2
Where π = 22/7
Calculation:
Let r be the radius of the circular vessel
According to the question,
⇒ 2 × π × r – 2 × r = 60
⇒ 2 × r × (22/7 – 1) = 60
⇒ 2 × r × 15/7 = 60
⇒ r = 14 cm
Total area of the vessel = π × r2 = 22/7 × 14 × 14 = 22 × 28 = 616 cm2
⇒ Total useful material = 616 – 40 = 576 cm2
Area of one square box = 576/16 = 36 cm2
⇒ Side2 = 36
⇒ Side = √36 = 6 cm
∴ The side of one square box = 6 cm.
46. A dishonest shopkeeper promises to sell his goods at cost price. However, he uses a weight that actually weighs 21% less than what is written on it. Find his profit percentage.
A. 
B. 
C. 
D. 
Solution
Given:
The shopkeeper uses a weight that weighs 21% less than the actual weight.
He sells the goods at the cost price (CP).
Formula Used:
Profit Percentage = (Profit / Cost Price) × 100
Calculation:
Let the actual weight be 100 units.
⇒ Weight used by the shopkeeper = 100 – 21 = 79 units
Let the cost price (CP) of 1 unit of goods = ₹1.
Total cost price for 79 units = 79 × 1 = ₹79
Selling Price (SP) of 79 units = Selling Price for 100 units (as he promises to sell at cost price).
⇒ SP = ₹100
Profit = SP – CP
⇒ Profit = 100 – 79 = ₹21
Profit Percentage = (Profit / CP) × 100
⇒ Profit Percentage = (21 / 79) × 100
⇒ Profit Percentage = 26 (46/79)%
Therefore, the shopkeeper’s profit percentage is 26 (46/79)%.
47. Ram borrows a sum of ₹24,000 from his friend Soham on 31 December 2021 on the condition that he will return the same after one year with simple interest at 18% per annum. However, Ram is able to return the money on 1 August 2022. What amount does Ram have to return to Soham?
A. ₹25,520
B. ₹26,250
C. ₹25,250
D. ₹26,520
Solution
Given:
Principal (P) = ₹24,000
Rate of Interest (r) = 18% per annum
Time (t) = From 31 December 2021 to 1 August 2022
Formula used:
⇒ SI = ₹2,520
Total Amount (A) = P + SI
⇒ A = ₹24,000 + ₹2,520
⇒ A = ₹26,520
∴ The correct answer is option (4).
48. 1 unit of x% alcohol is mixed with 3 units of y% alcohol to give 60% alcohol. If x > y, how many integer values can x take?
A. 19
B. 20
C. 21
D. 13
Solution
Given:-
1 unit of x% alcohol is mixed with 3 units of y% alcohol to give 60% alcohol
Calculation:-
⇒ x > 60 > y
⇒ (x – 60) = 3(60 – y).
⇒ (60 – y) is an integer ≥ x – 60 has to be a multiple of 3.
⇒ x can take values {63, 66, 69 ….. 99}
⇒ A total of 13 values.
∴ The required answer is 13.
49. John can row 30 km upstream and 44 km downstream in 10 hours. Also, he can row 40 km upstream and 55 km downstream in 13 hours. Find the speed of John (in km/hr.) in still water.
A. 4
B. 6
C. 8
D. 10
Solution
The correct answer is: 3
Given:
in 10 hours, John can go 30 km upstream and 44 km downstream.
in 13 hours, he can go 40 km upstream and 55 km downstream.
Formula used:
Time = distance/speed
Calculation:
let speed of john in still water i.e. boat = B
and the speed of stream = S
then,
30/B – S + 44/B + S = 10 —-(1)
&
40/B – S + 55/B + S = 13 —-(2)
let
1/B – S = m
and
1/B + S = n
then, 30m + 44n = 10 —-(3)
and 40m + 55n = 13 —-(4)
by solving (3) and (4), we get,
m = 1/5 and n = 1/11
∴ B – S = 5 & B + S = 11
by solving this, we get 2B = 16
⇒ B = 8
∴ Speed of john in still water is 8 km/hr.
50. In a class of 150 students, 70 students passed in Mathematics, 60 students passed in Chemistry and 20 students passed in both Mathematics and Chemistry. Then the number of students that failed in both the subjects are:
A. 40
B. 50
C. 20
D. 60
Solution
Given:
Total students = 150
Students passed in Mathematics = 70
Students passed in Chemistry = 60
Students passed in both Mathematics and Chemistry = 20
Formula used:
Number of students passed in at least one subject = (Students passed in Mathematics) + (Students passed in Chemistry) – (Students passed in both subjects)
Number of students failed in both subjects = Total students – Number of students passed in at least one subject
Calculations:
Number of students passed in at least one subject = 70 + 60 – 20
⇒ Number of students passed in at least one subject = 110
Number of students failed in both subjects = 150 – 110
⇒ Number of students failed in both subjects = 40
∴ The correct answer is option 1.
51.
A. 
B. 
C. 
D. 
Solution
Calculation:
(a−1+b−1)×(a+b)−1(a−1+b−1)×(a+b)−1
⇒ (1/a + 1/b)[1/(a + b)]
⇒ (9/7 + 13/5)[1/(7/9 + 5/13)]
⇒ [(45 + 91)/35][117/136]
⇒ 136/35 × 117/136
⇒ 117/35
∴ The correct answer is 117/35.
52. In a class of 70 students, 70% are girls and the remaining are boys. If the average of the girl’s marks is 30 and that of the boys is 40, what is the average mark for the whole class?
A. 33
B. 38
C. 30
D. 35
Solution
Given:
In a class of 70 students, 70% are girls and the remaining are boys.
The average of the girl’s marks is 30 and that of the boys is 40
Concept used:
Average = Total/ Number
Calculation:
The number of girls will be
⇒ 70 × (70/100) = 49
The number of Boys will be,
⇒ 70 – 49 = 21
53. A person buys a horse for 15 pounds. After one year, he sells it for 20 pounds. After one year, again he buys the same horse for 30 pounds and sells it for 40 pounds. What is the overall profit percentage for that person over both the transactions?
A. 33.33%
B. 35.33%
C. 40.33%
D. 30.33%
Solution
Given:
Transaction 1:
Cost Price (CP) = £15
Selling Price (SP) = £20
Transaction 2:
Cost Price (CP) = £30
Selling Price (SP) = £40
Formula used:
Total Profit = SP1 + SP2 – (CP1 + CP2)
Profit Percentage = (Total Profit / Total Cost Price) × 100
Calculation:
Total Profit = (SP1 + SP2) – (CP1 + CP2)
⇒ Total Profit = (20 + 40) – (15 + 30)
⇒ Total Profit = £60 – £45
⇒ Total Profit = £15
Total Cost Price = CP1 + CP2
⇒ Total Cost Price = 15 + 30
⇒ Total Cost Price = £45
Profit Percentage = (Total Profit / Total Cost Price) × 100
⇒ Profit Percentage = (15 / 45) × 100
⇒ Profit Percentage = 0.3333 × 100
⇒ Profit Percentage = 33.33%
∴ The correct answer is option (1).
54. 461 + 462 + 463 + 464 is divisible by
A. 7
B. 9
C. 11
D. 17
Solution
Given:
The number is 461 + 462 + 463 + 464
Concept Used:
If n = a × b × c …
Then n must be divisible by a, b, c, …..
Calculation:
We have 461 + 462 + 463 + 464
Taking 461 common from this number, we get
⇒ 461 (1 + 41 + 42 + 43)
⇒ 461 (1 + 4 + 16 + 64)
⇒ 461 (85)
⇒ 461 × 5 × 17
So, We can write
461 + 462 + 463 + 464 = 461 × 5 × 17
So, the number can be divisible by 5, 17 and 4n {n ≤ 61}
From option we can say that
∴ 461 + 462 + 463 + 464 is divisible by 17.
55. What is the value of 1440 − 200 ÷ 50 × 2 + 3?
A. 1420
B. 1440
C. 1435
D. 1444
Solution
Given:
1440 − 200 ÷ 50 × 2 + 3
Concept used:
Calculation:
1440 − 200 ÷ 50 × 2 + 3
⇒ 1440 − 4 × 2 + 3
⇒ 1440 − 8 + 3
⇒ 1440 − 5
⇒ 1435
∴ Option 3 is the correct answer.
56. A tank is attached with 30 pipes, some of these are filling pipes and the rest are emptying pipes. Each filling pipe can fill the tank completely in 24 hours and each emptying pipe can empty the tank completely in 18 hours. When all the pipes are opened together, it takes 1 1/2 hours to fill the tank completely. How many of the given pipes are emptying pipes ?
A. 9
B. 8
C. 12
D. 6
Solution
Given:
total pipes = 30
filling pipes = 24 hours each
emptying pipes = 18 hours each
Solution:
Let, the filling pipes = 30 – n
emptying pipes = n
(30 – n)/24 – n/18 = 1/1.5
⇒ 90 – 3n – 4n = 72/1.5
⇒ – 7n = 48 – 90
n = 42/7
n = 6 pipes
Hence, the correct option is 4.
57. In a mixture of 80 litres, the ratio of milk to water is 3 : 1. If this ratio is to be 2 : 3, then the quantity of water to be further added is:
A. 30 litres
B. 50 litres
C. 70 litres
D. 20 litres
Solution
Given:
Quantity of mixture = 80 liters
Ratio of milk and water = 3 : 1
Calculation:
The quantity of milk = 3/4 × 80 = 60 liters
The quantity of water = 1/4 × 80= 20 liters
Let x litres of water be added.
According to the question
(60/20+x) = 2/3
⇒ 40+2x = 180
⇒ 2x = 140
⇒ x = 70
∴ The Required answer is 70 litres.
58. A, B and C started the same journey in the same direction along a circular path. A, B and C complete one lap in 252 seconds, 308 seconds and 198 seconds respectively. If they start from the same place, how long will it take them to meet again at that place?
A. 46 minutes 12 seconds
B. 26 minutes 18 seconds
C. 45 minutes
D. 42 minutes 36 seconds
Solution
Given:
A completes one lap in 252 seconds.
B completes one lap in 308 seconds.
C completes one lap in 198 seconds.
Formula Used:
Time taken to meet again = LCM (Time taken by A, Time taken by B, Time taken by C)
Calculation:
LCM of 252, 308, and 198
Prime factorization:
252 = 22 × 32 × 7
308 = 22 × 7 × 11
198 = 2 × 32 × 11
LCM = 22 × 32 × 7 × 11
⇒ LCM = 4 × 9 × 7 × 11
⇒ LCM = 2772 seconds
Converting 2772 seconds to minutes and seconds:
2772 seconds = 2772 / 60 minutes
⇒ 46 minutes 12 seconds
The correct answer is option 1.
59.
. A. 
B. 
C . 
D. 1
Solution
Given:
The numerator of the fraction is increased by 20%.
The denominator is decreased 20%.
Calculation:
Let ‘x’ be the numerator value of the original fraction.
Let ‘y’ be the denominator value of the original fraction.
The increased value of numerator = (100% + 20%) of x = 1.2x
The decreased value of denominator = (100% – 20%) of y = 0.8y
According to the question,
60. The salary of A, B, C are in the ratio of 5 : 3 : 2. If the increment 20%, 25% and 30% respectively are allowed in their salaries, then what will be the new ratio of the salaries?
A. 122 : 11 : 39
B. 122 : 10 : 8
C. 120 : 75: 52
D. 120 : 71 : 59
Solution
Given:
The ratio of salary of A, B, C is 5 : 3 : 2.
Concept used:
The increased value = (100 + percentage)/100 × initial value
Calculation:
Let the salary of A be 5x.
Then, the salary of B be 3x.
Similarly, the salary of C be 2x.
The increased salary of A = (100 + 20)/100 × 5x = 6x
The increased salary of B = (100 + 25)/100 × 3x = 125/100 × 3x = 15x/4
The increased salary of C = (100 + 30)/100 × 2x = 130/100 × 2x = 13x/5
The ratio of the increased salary of A, B, C = 6x : 15x/4: 13x/5
⇒ Ratio = 120 : 75 : 52
∴ The ratio of the increased salary of A, B, C is 120 : 75 : 52.
Shortcut Trick
The ratio = 5 × (100 + 20)/100 : 3 × (100 + 25)/100 : 2 × (100 + 30)/100
⇒ 6 : 15/4: 13/5
⇒ 120 : 75 : 52
∴ The ratio of the increased salary of A, B, C is 120 : 75 : 52.
61. Choose the incorrectly spelt word.
A. Wropes
B. Delible
C. Convince
D. Rubber
Solution
The incorrectly spelt word is “Wropes”.
Key Points
The correct spelling is “Ropes”.
It refers to a thick cord made of twisted or braided strands.
The other options are correctly spelled words.
“Delible” means capable of being erased or removed.
“Convince” means to persuade someone to believe or do something.
“Rubber” is a material used for making various products, including tires and erasers.
In conclusion, the incorrectly spelled word is “Wropes”, and the correct spelling is “Ropes”.
Thus, the correct answer is Option 1.
62. In the following question, out of the given alternatives, choose the best one which expresses the meaning of the given word.
Proponent
A. Supporter
B. Opponent
C. Passive
D. Bestow
Solution
The correct answer is ‘Supporter.’
Key Points
- Proponent means ‘a person who speaks or argues, often publicly, in support of a particular idea or persuades people to do something (विशिष्ट विचार का सार्वजनिक समर्थक या विशेष काम के लिए लोगों को मनानेवाला; प्रतिपादक)‘.
- Example: Stephen has always been a strong proponent of women’s rights.
- Marked option ‘Supporter’ means ‘a person who supports a political party, sports team, etc. (राजनीतिक दल, क्रीड़ा-दल आदि का समर्थक)‘.
- Example: Deepesh is a staunch supporter of controls on government spending.
- It is clear that Proponent and ‘Supporter’ are similar in meaning.
Therefore, the correct answer is option 1.
Additional Information
Opponent means a person who disagrees with somebody’s actions, plans or beliefs and tries to stop or change them (किसी के कार्य, योजना तथा विश्वास से असहमत होना तथा उसे परिवर्तित करने का प्रयास करना, विरोधी).
Passive means showing no reaction, feeling or interest; not active (जो कोई प्रतिक्रिया, भावना या रुचि न दिखाए; निष्क्रिय).
Bestow means to give something to somebody, especially to show how much he/she is respected (कुछ प्रदान करना, विशेषतः आदर व्यक्त करने के लिए; अर्पित करना).
63. The following sentence has been divided into parts. One of them may contain an error. Select the part that contains the error from the given options. If you don’t find any error, mark ‘No error’ as your answer.
The increase in irrigated areas /has resulted on achieving / record food grain production.
A. The increase in irrigated areas
B. has resulted on achieving
C. record food grain production
D. No error
Solution
The correct answer is ‘has resulted on achieving‘.
Key Points
- In the second part of the given sentence, the error is in the usage of prepositions.
- A preposition is a word or group of words used before a noun, pronoun, or noun phrase to show direction, time, place, location, spatial relationships, etc.
- For eg.- in the box, on the ceiling, on earth, in India, etc.
- With achieving we will use the preposition ‘in‘ instead of ‘on‘.
- Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.
Correct Sentence: The increase in irrigated areas has resulted in achieving record food grain production.
Additional Information
In the given sentence, the verb ‘has resulted‘ agrees with the subject ‘The increase‘.
Hence, ‘has‘ has been used and not ‘have‘.
64. Direction: The following item has part of the sentence followed by four alternatives. Complete the sentence by choosing the correct alternative.
Just then the man ______ the star came and stood before the Wizard.
A. by
B. with
C. of
D. at
Solution
The correct answer is ‘with.’
Key Points
- We use by meaning ‘not later than’ to refer to arrangements and deadlines.
- Example: The postman is always here by 11 am.
- We can use ‘with’ when you’re talking about people, or things being together.
- Example: I was with Jane yesterday when the accident happened.
- We use of when we want to show that people or things relate to other things or people.
- Example: Tiffany stared at the floor of her room.
- We use at to talk about points in time, ages and some periods of time.
- Example: I was up at 6 am this morning.
- Correct sentence: Just then the man with the star came and stood before the Wizard.
Additional Information
- A preposition is a word or group of words used before a noun, pronoun, or noun phrase to show direction, time, place, location, spatial relationships, or to introduce an object.
- Some examples of prepositions are words like “in,” “at,” “on,” “of,” and “to.”
- Example: I live in Raipur.
Hinglish
व्यवस्थाओं और समय-सीमा को संदर्भित करने के लिए हम preposition by, ‘न कि बाद में’ अर्थ से उपयोग करते हैं
Example: The postman is always here by 11 am.
जब आप लोगों या चीजों के एक साथ होने की बात कर रहे हों तो हम ‘with’ का उपयोग कर सकते हैं।
Example: I was with Jane yesterday when the accident happened.
हम of का उपयोग तब करते हैं जब हम यह दिखाना चाहते हैं कि लोग या चीजें अन्य चीजों या लोगों से संबंधित हैं।
Example: Tiffany stared at the floor of her room.
हम समय, उम्र और कुछ समय के बिंदुओं के बारे में बात करने के लिए preposition at उपयोग करते हैं।
Example: I was up at 6 am this morning.
65. Select the word segment that substitutes (replaces) the bracketed word segment correctly and completes the sentence meaningfully. Select the option ‘no correction required’ if the sentence is correct as given.
With a (sudden push off understanding), Harry realised who the people in the end beds must be.
A. sudden rush of understanding
B. suddenly rushed understanding
C. No correction required
D. all of sudden understand
Solution
The correct answer is ‘Option 1’ i.e. ‘Sudden rush of understanding’.
Key Points
- The error in the sentence lies in the phrase “sudden push off understanding”. This phrase appears awkward and doesn’t adhere to conventional English syntax and semantics.
- The correct phrase to indicate a sudden realization or epiphany is “sudden rush of understanding,” which suggests that understanding has arrived quickly and intensely.
- This means Harry quickly understood or comprehended the identities of the people in the end beds.
Therefore, the corrected sentence would be: “With a sudden rush of understanding, Harry realised who the people in the end beds must be”.
Additional Information
“suddenly rushed understanding” (Option 2): This phrase does not convey the correct meaning. One cannot have a “rushed understanding.” Understanding is something that comes to a person rather than being rushed. The phrase is grammatically incorrect and awkward.
“all of sudden understand” (Option 4): This option is grammatically incorrect and does not carry the same meaning as the correct answer. A possible correction could be “all of a sudden, understood” but still, the phrase “sudden rush of understanding” is more precise and suitable in this context.
66. In the question below, a part of the sentence is underlined. Below are given alternatives to the underlined part, which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no; improvement is needed, choose ‘No improvement’.
Our teacher won’t allow us to use calculators during examinations.
A. to using
B. using
C. use
D. No improvement
Solution
The correct answer is ‘No improvement‘.
Key Points
- The sentence is grammatically and contextually correct as it says usage of calculator being forbidden by the teacher during examinations.
- Here nowhere it is mentioned about examinations in near future or any certain examination, which shows that it is a habitual action.
- Habitual action always takes present tense.
Hence the sentence is grammatically correct.
Additional Information
Using means to consume or take for one’s help or need.
Use (V2) is the past form of Using( V4).
67. Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
If I hand her a flower and say, “Give it to mamma,” she take it to her mother.
A. was taking it
B. takes it
C. had took it
D. had taken it
Solution
The correct answer is Option 2)
Key Points
- The sentence is written in the present tense, as indicated by the phrase “If I hand her a flower and say…”
- The verb should be in the present tense to match the rest of the sentence.
- The correct present tense form of the verb is “takes” to ensure subject-verb agreement with the singular subject “she”.
- Other options are incorrect:
- “Was taking it” uses the past continuous tense, which does not match the present tense context of the sentence.
- “Had took it” and “Had taken it” use the past perfect tense, which is also not consistent with the present tense context of the sentence.
Therefore, the correct statement is “If I hand her a flower and say, “Give it to mamma,” she takes it to her mother.”
Additional Information
When expressing actions that are happening in the present or are regular occurrences, the present simple tense is used.
Example:
If he calls me, I answer the phone.
When she feels hungry, she eats an apple.
68. Direction: Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.
The compulsions driving Mr. Biden’s trip to West Asia have been _________. .
A. Prevalent
B. Evident
C. Evidence
D. Evidently
Solution
The correct answer is ‘Evident’.
Key Points
- The given sentence implies that the need for Mr. Biden’s trip to West Asia has been clearly understood.
- The word ‘evident’ is used here to refer to ‘clearly seen or understood; obvious’.
- We will thus use the word ‘Evident’ to fill in the blank.
Hence, option 2 Evident is the correct answer.
The complete sentence will be: The compulsions driving Mr. Biden’s trip to West Asia have been evident.
Additional Information
- Let’s look at the remaining options.
| Word | Meaning | Example Sentence |
| Prevalent | widespread in a particular area or at a particular time. | Monkeypox is now even more prevalent in America. |
| Evidence | the available body of facts or information indicating whether a belief or proposition is true or valid. | The new evidence weakens the case against her. |
| Evidently | clearly; that can be easily seen or understood. | The local authority evidently stated that they are planning to close the school. |
69. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate option.
Do you know that during the reign of Mohammad bin Tughlaq, the capital ______ from Delhi to Daulatabad?
A. was shifted
B. is being shifted
C. was shifting
D. has been shifting
Solution
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. was shifted.
- The sentence is about a past event.
- This cancels out options 2 and 4 as they start with the ‘is’ and ‘has’.
- Option 3 is in the past continuous.
- It has to be cancelled because the phrase “the capital was shifting from Delhi to Daulatabad” is grammatically incorrect.
- It indicates that the capital was performing the action of shifting which is impossible since it is a location.
- ‘Someone’ can shift the capital, but it cannot shift by itself.
- ‘Was shifted’ which is the passive form of simple past tense, is the correct answer.
- We used the passive form of the simple past tense to show that something was done by someone at some time in the past.
- Formula: was / were + verb3 (past participle)
- Eg: The mistakes were corrected by him.
Additional Information
Simple past tense: The simple past is a verb tense that is used to talk about things that happened or existed before now. the simple past tense emphasizes that the action is finished (eg: he won the gold medal)
Past continuous tense: This is used to talk about past events that happened over a period of time (eg: she was playing with the kids)
70. Fill in the blanks with the suitable tense in the given sentence:
Rohan’s clothes are looking dirty because he ______ the house all morning.
A. will have cleaning
B. had been cleaned
C. has been cleaning
D. will be cleaning
Solution
“The correct answer is ‘has been cleaning’.
Key Points
- In the sentence ‘Rohan’s clothes are looking dirty because he ______ the house all morning’, the blank should be filled with ‘has been cleaning’.
- This sentence requires a present perfect continuous tense (‘has been cleaning’) to indicate that the action (cleaning the house) started in the past and has continued up until the present.
Hence, the correct answer will be Option 3.
Additional Information
Option 1 ‘will have cleaning’ is incorrect because this is not a valid verb form in English.
Option 2 ‘had been cleaned‘ changes the meaning of the sentence, suggesting that someone else cleaned the house, not Rohan.
Option 4 ‘will be cleaning‘ is incorrect because it refers to a future action, not something that has been happening all morning.
71. 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 rise in global temperature (1) ______ already occurred is leading to extreme weather events that bring (2) ______ heat waves and droughts, devastating floods and increasingly powerful hurricanes and tropical storms. The combination of these factors means the impact on human health is increasing and is (3) ______ accelerate. But there is room for hope, particularly if governments take action now to (4) ______ the pledges made at Glasgow in November 2021 and to go further in resolving the climate crisis. WHO is (5) ______ governments to lead a just, equitable, and fast phase out of fossil fuels and transition to a clean energy future.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.
A. which had
B. that is
C. which have
D. that has
The correct answer is ‘that has’.
Key Points
- The passage refers to a rise in global temperature, a singular noun, that has already occurred.
- The correct relative pronoun and verb form combination to match the singular antecedent “rise” is “that has“.
- The other options do not match the subject-verb agreement correctly.
Therefore, the correct answer is ‘that has’.
Complete Passage: The rise in global temperature that has already occurred is leading to extreme weather events that bring with them heat waves and droughts, devastating floods and increasingly powerful hurricanes and tropical storms. The combination of these factors means the impact on human health is increasing and is set to accelerate. But there is room for hope, particularly if governments take action now to honor the pledges made at Glasgow in November 2021 and to go further in resolving the climate crisis. WHO is urging governments to lead a just, equitable, and fast phase out of fossil fuels and transition to a clean energy future.
Additional Information
- Which had: Incorrect because it implies past perfect tense which is not suitable for the context.
- That is: Incorrect because it implies the temperature rise is currently happening rather than having already occurred.
- Which have: Incorrect because it implies a plural subject, while “rise” is singular.
- That has: Correct because it matches the singular antecedent “rise” and the present perfect tense needed for something that has already occurred.
72. 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 rise in global temperature (1) ______ already occurred is leading to extreme weather events that bring (2) ______ heat waves and droughts, devastating floods and increasingly powerful hurricanes and tropical storms. The combination of these factors means the impact on human health is increasing and is (3) ______ accelerate. But there is room for hope, particularly if governments take action now to (4) ______ the pledges made at Glasgow in November 2021 and to go further in resolving the climate crisis. WHO is (5) ______ governments to lead a just, equitable, and fast phase out of fossil fuels and transition to a clean energy future.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.
A. intense
B. mild
C. maximise
D. minor
The correct answer is ‘intense’.
Key Points
- The phrase “extreme weather events” in the passage indicates that the temperature rise is causing severe and strong weather changes.
- The word “intense” accurately describes severe and strong weather conditions, fitting the context of heat waves and droughts.
- Other options like ‘mild‘, ‘maximise‘, and ‘minor‘ do not convey the required severity or intensity appropriate to the context.
Therefore, the correct answer is ‘intense’.
Complete Passage: The rise in global temperature that has already occurred is leading to extreme weather events that bring intense heat waves and droughts, devastating floods and increasingly powerful hurricanes and tropical storms. The combination of these factors means the impact on human health is increasing and is set to accelerate. But there is room for hope, particularly if governments take action now to honor the pledges made at Glasgow in November 2021 and to go further in resolving the climate crisis. WHO is urging governments to lead a just, equitable, and fast phase out of fossil fuels and transition to a clean energy future.
Additional Information
- Intense: Correct because it conveys the severity of the heat waves and droughts caused by the rise in global temperature.
- Mild: Incorrect because it suggests a lesser severity, which contradicts the context of “extreme weather events.”
- Maximise: Incorrect because it describes an action, not an adjective that fits the context of describing weather events.
- Minor: Incorrect because it suggests insignificance, which is inappropriate for describing severe weather events.
73. 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 rise in global temperature (1) ______ already occurred is leading to extreme weather events that bring (2) ______ heat waves and droughts, devastating floods and increasingly powerful hurricanes and tropical storms. The combination of these factors means the impact on human health is increasing and is (3) ______ accelerate. But there is room for hope, particularly if governments take action now to (4) ______ the pledges made at Glasgow in November 2021 and to go further in resolving the climate crisis. WHO is (5) ______ governments to lead a just, equitable, and fast phase out of fossil fuels and transition to a clean energy future.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.
A. rarely to
B. likely to
C. barely to
D. hardly to
Key Points
- The phrase under consideration is describing the expected increase in the impact on human health.
- The word “likely” suggests a high probability, which fits the context of the anticipated acceleration of health impacts.
- Other options like ‘rarely‘, ‘barely‘, and ‘hardly‘ do not fit the expected increase and do not convey appropriate meaning in this context.
Therefore, the correct answer is ‘likely to’.
Complete Passage: The rise in global temperature that has already occurred is leading to extreme weather events that bring intense heat waves and droughts, devastating floods and increasingly powerful hurricanes and tropical storms. The combination of these factors means the impact on human health is increasing and is likely to accelerate. But there is room for hope, particularly if governments take action now to honor the pledges made at Glasgow in November 2021 and to go further in resolving the climate crisis. WHO is urging governments to lead a just, equitable, and fast phase out of fossil fuels and transition to a clean energy future.
Additional Information
- Rarely to: Incorrect because it indicates infrequency, which is inappropriate for describing an increasing impact.
- Likely to: Correct because it indicates a high probability of the health impact accelerating.
- Barely to: Incorrect because it suggests minimal likelihood, which does not fit the context.
- Hardly to: Incorrect because it suggests a minimal extent and does not make sense contextually.
74. 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 rise in global temperature (1) ______ already occurred is leading to extreme weather events that bring (2) ______ heat waves and droughts, devastating floods and increasingly powerful hurricanes and tropical storms. The combination of these factors means the impact on human health is increasing and is (3) ______ accelerate. But there is room for hope, particularly if governments take action now to (4) ______ the pledges made at Glasgow in November 2021 and to go further in resolving the climate crisis. WHO is (5) ______ governments to lead a just, equitable, and fast phase out of fossil fuels and transition to a clean energy future.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.
A. honour
B. take
C. watch
D. keep
The correct answer is ‘honor’.
Key Points
- The phrase “honor the pledges” means to act in accordance with the promises made, which is appropriate in the context of governmental commitments.
- The word “honor” conveys the idea of respecting and fulfilling the previously made pledges, fitting the context perfectly.
- Other options like ‘take‘, ‘watch‘, and ‘keep‘ do not accurately convey the same meaning.
Therefore, the correct answer is ‘honor’.
Complete Passage: The rise in global temperature that has already occurred is leading to extreme weather events that bring intense heat waves and droughts, devastating floods and increasingly powerful hurricanes and tropical storms. The combination of these factors means the impact on human health is increasing and is likely to accelerate. But there is room for hope, particularly if governments take action now to honor the pledges made at Glasgow in November 2021 and to go further in resolving the climate crisis. WHO is urging governments to lead a just, equitable, and fast phase out of fossil fuels and transition to a clean energy future.
Additional Information
- Honor: Correct because it means to respect and fulfill the pledges made, fitting the context of following through on commitments.
- Take: Incorrect because it does not accurately convey the sense of fulfilling or respecting pledges.
- Watch: Incorrect because it means to observe, not to act upon pledges.
- Keep: Incorrect because while it might seem close, “honor” is more suitable in formal contexts involving commitments and pledges.
75. 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 rise in global temperature (1) ______ already occurred is leading to extreme weather events that bring (2) ______ heat waves and droughts, devastating floods and increasingly powerful hurricanes and tropical storms. The combination of these factors means the impact on human health is increasing and is (3) ______ accelerate. But there is room for hope, particularly if governments take action now to (4) ______ the pledges made at Glasgow in November 2021 and to go further in resolving the climate crisis. WHO is (5) ______ governments to lead a just, equitable, and fast phase out of fossil fuels and transition to a clean energy future.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.
A. calling at
B. calling on
C. calling for
D. calling from
The correct answer is ‘calling on’.
Key Points
- The phrase “calling on governments” means to urge or request governments to take action.
- The word “on” fits correctly in the context of WHO urging governments to act.
- Other options like ‘calling at‘, ‘calling for‘, and ‘calling from‘ do not fit this context correctly.
Therefore, the correct answer is ‘calling on’.
Complete Passage: The rise in global temperature that has already occurred is leading to extreme weather events that bring intense heat waves and droughts, devastating floods and increasingly powerful hurricanes and tropical storms. The combination of these factors means the impact on human health is increasing and is likely to accelerate. But there is room for hope, particularly if governments take action now to honor the pledges made at Glasgow in November 2021 and to go further in resolving the climate crisis. WHO is calling on governments to lead a just, equitable, and fast phase out of fossil fuels and transition to a clean energy future.
Additional Information
- Calling at: Incorrect because it suggests a place, not urging action.
- Calling on: Correct because it means to urge or request action from someone, fitting the context of the sentence.
- Calling for: Incorrect as it means to demand something, which does not correctly fit with the usage here.
- Calling from: Incorrect because it suggests origin, not urging action.
76. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Benevolent
A. Eminent
B. Malevolent
C. Violent
D. Opulent
Solution
The correct answer is: Option 2.
Key Points
- The word “Benevolent” means showing kindness, goodwill, and a desire to do good to others. (दयालु, परोपकारी)
- Example: The benevolent teacher often helped her students in need without expecting anything in return.
- “Malevolent” refers to having or showing a wish to do evil or harm to others. (द्वेषपूर्ण, दुष्ट)
- Example: His malevolent intentions were evident when he spread false rumors about his rival.
- Hence, we can infer that the opposite of ‘Benevolent’ is ‘Malevolent’.
Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 2.
Additional Information
Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:
Eminent (प्रसिद्ध): Famous and respected within a particular sphere or profession.
Example: He is an eminent scientist known for his groundbreaking research.
Violent (हिंसक): Using physical force with the intent to harm or damage.
Example: The protesters turned violent after their demands were ignored.
Opulent (समृद्ध): Extremely wealthy and luxurious.
Example: The palace was filled with opulent decorations and gold-plated furniture.
77. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Entire
A. Ingress
B. Thorough
C. Incomplete
D. Undivided
Solution
The correct answer is: Option 3.
Key Points
- The word “Entire” means something that is whole, complete, or having all its parts. (पूरा)
- Example: The entire class attended the lecture.
- “Incomplete” refers to something that is not whole or finished, lacking some parts. (अधूरा)
- Example: The project remained incomplete due to lack of resources.
- Hence, we can infer that the opposite of ‘Entire’ is ‘Incomplete’.
Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 3.
Additional Information
Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:
Ingress (प्रवेश): The action or fact of going in or entering.
Example: The ingress of water into the building caused significant damage.
Thorough (पूरी तरह): Complete with regard to every detail.
Example: She made a thorough review of the report before submission.
Undivided (अविभाजित): Not separated into parts or shares.
Example: His undivided attention was on the speaker throughout the seminar.
78. Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.
I hate to get off on the wrong foot.
A. To start something with positive factors
B. To start something with neutral factors
C. To start a relationship or activity badly
D. To start something with an injury on the wrong foot
Solution
The correct answer is ‘To start a relationship or activity badly’.
Key Points
The most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom “get off on the wrong foot” in the given sentence is: To start a relationship or activity badly.
Explanation: When someone says they “hate to get off on the wrong foot,” it means they dislike starting something in a negative or unfavorable manner. It suggests a desire to begin on good terms or with positive circumstances.
In this context, the speaker expresses a reluctance to begin a relationship or activity in a negative way.
79. Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom.
Students often burn the midnight oil to qualify for competitive examinations.
A. put the things on fire at night
B. want to be at a place full of light
C. work until late at night
D. sleep well
Solution
The correct answer is ‘work until late at night’
Key Points
The most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom “burn the midnight oil” is: work until late at night.
Explanation: “Burn the midnight oil” is an idiom that means to work late into the night, especially studying or working on something intensely. It implies putting in extra effort or staying up late to accomplish a task or achieve a goal, often in situations where time is limited or deadlines are approaching.
In the context of the sentence provided, students are mentioned as burning the midnight oil to prepare for competitive examinations, indicating their dedication to studying late into the night to succeed in their exams.
80. Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word.
A deep mutual respect and understanding developed between them.
A. Bizarre
B. Separate
C. Demure
D. Joint
Solution
The correct answer is ‘Joint‘.
Key Points
- The word ‘mutual’(adjective) means- “used about a feeling or an action felt or done equally by both people involved”. (कोई मनोभाव या क्रिया दोनों पक्षों द्वारा समान रूप से एक दूसरे के प्रति अनूभूत या संपादित, पारस्परिक, आपसी)
- E.g: They sank into mutual accusation and incrimination.
- Let’s have a look at the meaning of the words that are given in the options:
- bizarre(adjective)- “very strange or unusual”. (अत्यधिक अनोखा, विचित्र या असामान्य)
- separate(adjective)- “apart; not together”. (अलग, पृथक; न जुड़ा हुआ)
- demure(adjective)- “used especially about a girl or young woman shy, quiet, and polite”. (लड़की या युवती शरमीली, शांत और विनीत)
- joint(adjective)- “shared or owned by two or more people”. (दो या अधिक लोगों की भागीदारी या स्वामित्व वाला; संयुक्त)
- Therefore, as per the points mentioned above, we find that ‘joint’ is the correct synonym for the given bold word.
Additional Information
The synonyms of the given word ‘mutual‘ are- ‘joint‘, ‘identical‘, ‘bilateral‘, ‘partaken‘, ‘associated‘, etc.
The antonyms of the given word ‘mutual’ are- ‘separate‘, ‘distinct‘, ‘dissociated‘, ‘unshared‘, etc.
Example of ‘mutual‘ in a sentence:
They felt a strong mutual attraction.
81. कौन-सा शब्द ‘चाँदी’ का पर्याय नहीं है ?
A. रौप्य
B. हिरण्य
C. रजत
D. रूपक
Solution
दिए गए विकल्पों में से “हिरण्य” शब्द ‘चाँदी’ का पर्याय नहीं है।
Key Points
- चाँदी के पर्यायवाची शब्द – रजत, सौध, रूपा, रूपक, रौप्य, चन्द्रहास।
- “हिरण्य” शब्द ‘सोना’ का पर्यायवाची शब्द है
- सोना के पर्यायवाची शब्द – स्वर्ण, कंचन, कनक, सुवर्ण, हाटक, हिरण्य, जातरूप, हेम, कुंदन, तपनीय, महारजत।
Additional Information
- समान अर्थ प्रदान करने वाले शब्द पर्यायवाची शब्द अथवा समानार्थक शब्द कहलाते हैं।
पर्यायवाची शब्द-
- अतिथि– मेहमान ,पाहुन ,आगंतुक, अभ्यागत।
- औषधि– दवा, दवाई, भेषज।
- खेल– क्रीड़ा, केलि, तमाशा, करतब।
- घी– हव्य, अमृतसार, क्षीरसार, आज्य।
- छाछ– गोरस, मठा, दधि स्वेद, मट्ठा।
- दूध– पय, क्षीर, गोरस, दुग्ध स्तन्य।
- मोती– मोक्तिक, मुक्ता, शशिप्रभ, सीपिज।
- पवन – वायु, समीर, हवा, अनिल।
- विष– गरल, कालकूट, जहर, हलाहल।
82. रमेश कल दिल्ली जाएगा। इस वाक्य में रेखांकित शब्द क्या है?
A. संज्ञा
B. क्रिया-विशेषण
C. कारक
D. संज्ञा विशेषण
Solution
जो अव्यय क्रिया के अर्थ में विशेषता प्रकट करते हैं, उन्हें ‘क्रिया विशेषण’ कहते हैं। यहाँ रेखांकित शब्द ‘कल’ से ‘समय’ का बोध हो रहा है। इस आधार पर यहाँ कालवाचक क्रियाविशेषण है। अतः सही विकल्प ‘क्रिया विशेषण’ है।
Key Points अन्य विकल्प
| संज्ञा– जिन विकारी शब्दों से किसी व्यक्ति, स्थान, प्राणी, गुण, काम, भाव आदि का बोध होता है, उन्हें संज्ञा कहते हैं। |
| कारक– संज्ञा या सर्वनाम के जिस रूप से वाक्य के अन्य शब्दों के साथ उनका (संज्ञा या सर्वनाम का) सम्बन्ध सूचित हो। |
| संज्ञा विशेषण शब्द उपयुक्त नहीं है। |
83. निम्नलिखित में से कौन-सा शब्द तत्सम नहीं है?
A. ग्राहक
B. गोधूम
C. गेंद
D. अन्न
Solution
सही उत्तर है -‘गेंद’।
- ‘गेंद’ तत्सम शब्द नहीं है।
- ‘गेंद’ तद्भव शब्द है जिसका का तत्सम रूप ‘कन्दुक’ होगा।
Key Pointsतत्सम शब्द :
- यह आधुनिक भारतीय भाषाओं में प्रयुक्त ऐसे शब्द जिनको संस्कृत से बिना कोई रूप बदले ले लिया गया है। हिन्दी, बांग्ला, कोंकणी,
मराठी, गुजराती, पंजाबी, तेलुगू, कन्नड, मलयालम, सिंहल आदि में बहुत से शब्द संस्कृत से सीधे ले लिए गये हैं क्योंकि इनमें से कई
भाषाएँ संस्कृत से जन्मी हैं।
अन्य विकल्प :
- ‘ग्राहक’ तत्सम शब्द है जिसका तद्भव रूप ‘गाहक’ होगा।
- ‘गोधूम’ तत्सम शब्द है जिसका तद्भव रूप ‘गेहूँ’ होगा।
- ‘अन्न’ तत्सम शब्द है जिसका तद्भव रूप ‘अनाज’ होगा।
Important Pointsकुछ महत्वपूर्ण तत्सम शब्द और तद्भव शब्द के उदाहरण :-
| तत्सम शब्द | तद्भव शब्द |
| अक्षर | अच्छर |
| लवण | नोन |
| शाटिका | साड़ी |
| श्वास | साँस |
Additional Informationतद्भव शब्द :
जो संस्कृत के मूल शब्द नहीं हैं बल्कि संस्कृत के किसी मूल शब्द से निकले हुए हैं।
यह एक संस्कृत शब्द है जो मध्यकालीन भारत-आर्य भाषाओं के सन्दर्भ में उन शब्दों को कहते हैं
84. विदेशज शब्द का चयन कीजिए।
A. ठुमरी
B. कम्पनी
C. काया
D. औजार
Solution
कम्पनी विदेशज शब्द है।
Key Points
ठुमरी
- ठुमरी-अनुकरण रहित देशज शब्द
- अनुकरण रहित देशज शब्द -जिनके निर्माण की प्रक्रिया का पता नहीं होता है, उन्हें अनुकरण रहित देशज शब्द कहते हैं।
- जैसे – कपास, कौड़ी, बाजरा, अँगोछा, जूता
Additional Information
विदेशी शब्द-
अरबी, फारसी, अंग्रजी या अन्य किसी भी दुसरे देश की भाषा के शब्द जिनका हिन्दी भाषा में प्रयोग कर लिया जाता है उन्हें विदेशी शब्द कहते हैं।
इन विदेशी भाषाओं में मुख्यतः अरबी, फारसी, तुर्की, अंग्रेजी व पुर्तगाली शामिल है।
अरबी शब्द
अदा, अजब, अजीब, अमीर, अक्ल, असर, अल्ला, आसार, आखिर, आदत, आदमी, इनाम, इज्जत, ईमारत, इस्तीफ़ा।
फारसी शब्द
जंग, जहर, जोर, जबर, जिन्दगी, जादू, जागीर, जान, जुरमाना, जिगर, जोश, तरकश, तमाशा, तेज, तीर, तबाह, तनख्वाह, ताजा, दीवार, देहात, दस्तूर, दुकान, दरबार, दंगल, दिल, दिलेर, दरबार, दवा, नाव, नामर्द, नापसन्द।
तुर्की शब्द
उर्दू, मुग़ल, आका, काबू, कालीन, कैंची, कुली, कुर्की, चेचक, चमचा, तोप, तमगा, तलाश, बेगम, बहादुर, लाश।
पुर्तगाली शब्द
आलपीन, आलमारी, बाल्टी, चाबी, फीता, तम्बाकू, आया, इस्पात, इस्तिरी, कमीज, कनस्टर, कमरा, काजू, गमला।
अंग्रेजी शब्द
अफसर, इंजन, डॉक्टर, लालटेन, सिलेट, अस्पताल, टिकस, कप्तान, थेटर/ठेठर, तारपीन, बोतल, मील, अपील, आर्डर।
चीनी भाषा से आए विदेशी शब्द
चाय, चीनी, चीकू, लीची।
जापानी भाषा से आए विदेशी शब्द
रिक्शा, सायोनारा, झप्पान, सुनामी।
85. निम्नलिखित में से अशुद्ध वाक्य का चयन कीजिए –
A. तुम एक बजे तक मेरी प्रतीक्षा देखना ।
B. प्रामाणिक पुस्तकों का अध्ययन करें।
C. मुकेश को परीक्षा में अच्छे अंक मिले।
D. विधायक जी आगामी सोमवार को आएँगे।
Solution
अशुद्ध वाक्य है- तुम एक बजे तक मेरी प्रतीक्षा देखना।
Key Points
- अशुद्ध वाक्य – तुम एक बजे तक मेरी प्रतीक्षा देखना।
- दिए गये वाक्य में क्रिया प्रयोग की त्रुटि है,
- यहाँ ‘देखना’ सार्थक शब्द नही है और इससे सही अर्थ प्रकट नही हो रहा।
- अत: सार्थक शब्द ‘करना’ होना चाहिए।
- शुद्ध वाक्य – तुम एक बजे तक मेरी प्रतीक्षा करना।
- (वाक्य में लिंग,वचन, पुरुष, काल, कारक आदि का क्रिया के साथ ठीक ठीक मेल हो, उसे शुद्ध वाक्य कहते है।)
Additional Information क्रिया संबंधी अशुद्धियाँ –
| अशुद्ध वाक्य | शुद्ध वाक्य |
| वह पढ़ना माँगता है। | वह पढ़ना चाहता है। |
| मैं दर्शन देने आया था। | मैं दर्शन करने आया था। |
| मैं आप सबको धन्यवाद करता हूँ। | मैं आप सबको धन्यवाद देता हूँ। |
| क्या उस प्रश्न के हल करने की आवश्यकता है? | क्या उस प्रश्न के हल की आवश्यकता है? |
86. ‘दुर्गुण सदा त्याज्य है।’- इसमें रेखांकित शब्द का पर्यायवाची शब्द है-
A. निलय
B. साथ
C. नित्य
D. सामी
Solution
दिए गए विकल्पों में सही उत्तर विकल्प 3 ‘नित्य’ है। अन्य विकल्प इसके अनुचित उत्तर होंगे।
Key Points
- दिए गए विकल्पों में ‘सदा’ का पर्यायवाची शब्द ‘नित्य’ है।
- सदा के अन्य पर्यायवाची शब्द हैं- सर्वदा, निरंतर, सदैव, हमेशा आदि।
अन्य विकल्प:
- निलय – गेह, सदन, आगार, आयतन, आवास, निलय, धाम आदि।
- साथ – बराबर, समान, तुल्य, सदृश, समकक्ष, सद आदि।
- सामी – समीर, अनिल, वात, मरुत्, पवमान, बयार, प्रकंपन आदि।
Additional Information
| शब्द | परिभाषा | उदाहरण |
| पर्यायवाची/समानार्थी शब्द | एक ही अर्थ में प्रयुक्त होने वाले शब्द जो बनावट में भले ही अलग हों, पर्यायवाची या समानार्थी शब्द कहलाते हैं। | जल – नीर, तोय, उदकजंग – रण, समर, युद्ध |
87. ‘अशर्फियाँ लुटें और कोयले पर मोहर’ लोकोक्ति का अर्थ क्या होगा ?
A. बड़े-बड़े खर्चों पर ध्यान न देना, छोटे में कंजूसी दिखाना ।
B. सराहना के बिना योग्यता का व्यर्थ हो जाना ।
C. स्वाभाविक दोषों का किसी अन्य कारण से और अधिक बढ़ जाना ।
D. एक वस्तु में होने वाला लाभ दूसरी वस्तु में हुई हानि में नष्ट हो जाना ।
Solution
लोकोक्ति का सही अर्थ “बड़े-बड़े खर्चों पर ध्यान न देना, छोटे में कंजूसी दिखाना” है। अन्य विकल्प असंगत हैं।
Key Points
| लोकोक्ति | अर्थ | वाक्य प्रयोग |
| अशर्फियाँ लुटें और कोयले पर मोहर | बड़े-बड़े खर्चों पर ध्यान न देना, छोटे में कंजूसी दिखाना | चलती फिरती दुकान को उसने कौड़ियों के मोल बेच दिया और गांव की जमीन के लिए अदालत के दरवाजे खटखटा रहा है कहते हैं कि अशर्फियां लूटे और कोयले पर मुहर। |
Important Pointsकुछ महत्त्वपूर्ण लोकोक्ति-
| लोकोक्ति | अर्थ | वाक्य प्रयोग |
| आठ कनौजिये नौ चूल्हे। | अलगाव की स्थिति। | पूँजीवादी व्यवस्था में समाज इतना स्वार्थी हो गया है कि आठ कनौजिये नौ चूल्हे वाली स्थिति दिखाई देती है। |
| उद्योगिन्न पुरुषसिंहनुपैति लक्ष्मी। | उद्योगी को ही धन मिलता है। | सच कहा है किसी ने उद्योगिन्न पुरुषसिंहनुपैति लक्ष्मी अर्थात कर्मयोगी को ही सफलता मिलती है। |
| ऊधो का लेना न माधो का देना। | केवल अपने काम से काम रखना। | प्रोफेसर साहब तो बस अध्ययन और अध्यापन में लगे रहते हैं। गुटबन्दी से उन्हें कोई लेना-देना नहीं- ऊधो का लेना न माधो का देना। |
| एकै साधे सब सधे, सब साधे सब जाय। | किसी कार्य को संपन्न कराने के लिए किसी एक समर्थ व्यक्ति का सहारा लेना अच्छा है बजाए अनेक लोगों के पीछे भागने के। | अगर प्रमोशन चाहिए तो मंत्रीजी को पकड़ लो, इन अधिकारियों के पीछे भागने से कोई लाभ नहीं। किसी ने ठीक कहा है एकै साधे सब सधे, सब साधे सब जाय’। |
88. ‘जो बायें हाथ से भी काम कर लेता हो’ उसके लिए सटीक शब्द है
A. वामपंथी
B. वाममार्गी
C. सव्यसाची
D. कापालिक
Solution
सही उत्तर है – सव्यसाची।
Key Points
- ‘जो बायें हाथ से भी काम कर लेता हो’ वाक्यांश के लिए सार्थक शब्द ‘सव्यसाची‘ है।
Important Points
वामपंथी:- वामपंथी राजनीति उस पक्ष या विचारधारा को कहते हैं जो समाज को बदलकर उसमें अधिक आर्थिक बराबरी लाना चाहते हैं।
वह जो वामपंथ का पक्षधर हो: वाममार्गी
कापालिक का अर्थ है :- वामचारी, तांत्रिक।
89. नीचे दिये गये विकल्पों में से सही विकल्प द्वारा रिक्त स्थान की पूर्ति कीजिये।
‘संध्या होते ही पक्षी अपने ________ को लौट आते है।’
A. घर
B. नीर
C. नीड़
D. विवर
Solution
नीड़ यहाँ सही विकल्प है।
- ‘संध्या होते ही पक्षी अपने नीड़ को लौट आते है।’
Key Points
नीड़ : नशेमन, घोंसला , आशियाना।
घर : सदन, गेह, भवन, धाम, निकेतन, निवास, आलय, गृह
नीर : तोय, अम्बु, उदक, पानी, सलिल, पय, मेघपुष्प, जल, वारि
विवर : कंदरा, खोह, गुफ़ा, गुहा।
90. ‘कर’ शब्द का अर्थ नहीं है:
A. किरण
B. हाथ
C. ताली
D. हाथी की सूँड़
Solution
सही विकल्प है – ‘ताली’।
- ताली, ‘कर‘ शब्द का अर्थ नहीं है:-।
- किरण, हाथ और हाथी की सूँड़ आदि कर शब्द के अर्थ हैं।
Key Points
- कर शब्द का अन्य अर्थ हैं- “राज्य द्वारा लिया गया राजस्व।”
वाक्य प्रयोग – राजा ने जनता से दोगुना कर वसूल किया। - ताली शब्द का अर्थ है- करतल ध्वनि तथा कुंजी।
वाक्य प्रयोग– मंत्री जी के भाषण के बाद सबने ताली बजाई।
Additional Information
- जब एक शब्द के एक से अधिक अर्थ निकलते हो, तो उसे अनेकार्थी शब्द कहते है।
- जैसे ग्रहण शब्द के अर्थ हैं – लेना, चन्द्र, सूर्यग्रहण आदि।
अन्य उदाहरण-
नाग- हाथी, पर्वत, बादल, साँप।
मल– मैल, कफ, पाप, बुराई।
विषम– जो सम न हो, भीषण, बहुत कठिन।
91. मिठाई -विठाई! किस शब्द युग्म का शब्द है?
A. विपरीत अर्थक
B. निरर्थक और निरर्थक
C. सार्थक और निरर्थक
D. सार्थक और सार्थक
Solution
मिठाई -विठाई सार्थक और निरर्थक शब्द युग्म है। अन्य विकल्प असंगत है। अतः सही उत्तर विकल्प 3) सार्थक और निरर्थक होगा ।
Key Points
- मिठाई संज्ञा स्त्री०
- मीठा + आई (प्रत्य०)
- भारतीय मिठाइयाँ या मिष्ठान्न शक्कर, अन्न और दूध के अलग अलग प्रकार से पकाने और मिलाने से बनती हैं।
Additional Information
| कुछ शब्द ऐसे होते हैं जिनमें स्वर, मात्रा अथवा व्यंजन में थोड़ा-सा अन्तर होता है। वे बोलचाल में लगभग एक जैसे लगते हैं, परन्तु उनके अर्थ में भिन्नता होती है। ऐसे शब्द ‘श्रुतिसम भिन्नार्थक शब्द’ कहलाते हैं। |
| जैसे- घन और धन दोनों के उच्चारण में कोई खास अन्तर महसूस नहीं होता परन्तु अर्थ में भिन्नता है। घन= बादल धन= सम्पत्ति |
92. निम्न में से किस वाक्य में रेखांकित शब्द बहुवचन है-
A. उनका बहुत सा धन बर्बाद हुआ।
B. न नौ मन तेल होगा, न राधा नाचेगी।
C. उनके पास बहुत सोना है।
D. आशीर्वाद के अक्षत बरसे।
Solution
सही विकल्प 4 “आशीर्वाद के अक्षत बरसे।” है। अतः अन्य विकल्प अनुचित उत्तर हैं।
Key Points
- “आशीर्वाद के अक्षत बरसे।” वाक्य में रेखांकित शब्द “अक्षत” बहुवचन है।
- ”अक्षत” जिसका अर्थ होता है:- अखंडित चावल, शुद्ध चावल।
Additional Information
- वचन:- संज्ञा, सर्वनाम, विशेषण और क्रिया के जिस रूप से संख्या का बोध हो, उसे ‘वचन’ कहते है।
- जैसे-
- फ्रिज में सब्जियाँ रखी हैं।
- तालाब में मछलियाँ तैर रही हैं।
- वचन के दो भेद होते हैै-
- एकवचन – संज्ञा के जिस रूप से एक व्यक्ति या एक वस्तु होने का ज्ञान हो, उसे एकवचन कहते है।
- बहुवचन – शब्द के जिस रूप से एक से अधिक व्यक्ति या वस्तु होने का ज्ञान हो, उसे बहुवचन कहते है।
| वचन | ||
| वचन | परिभाषा | उदाहरण |
| एकवचन | संज्ञा के जिस रूप से एक व्यक्ति या एक वस्तु होने का ज्ञान हो, उसे एकवचन कहते है। | जैसे- स्त्री, घोड़ा, नदी, रुपया, लड़का, गाय, सिपाही, बच्चा, कपड़ा, माता, माला आदि। |
| बहुवचन | शब्द के जिस रूप से एक से अधिक व्यक्ति या वस्तु होने का ज्ञान हो, उसे बहुवचन कहते है। | जैसे- स्त्रियाँ, घोड़े, नदियाँ, रूपये, लड़के, गायें, कपड़े, टोपियाँ, मालाएँ, माताएँ, पुस्तकें, वधुएँ, गुरुजन आदि। |
93. नीचे दिए गए शब्द का विपरीतार्थक शब्द् बताइए-
‘अव्यापी’
A. यद्यपि
B. सर्वव्यापी
C. विश्वव्यापी
D. यथापी
Solution
अव्यापी का विलोम शब्द – सर्वव्यापी
- अव्यापी का अर्थ – जो सर्वव्यापी न हो अथवा सीमित
- अन्य विकल्प सांगत नहीं हैं।
Key Points
| शब्द | परिभाषा |
| विलोम/ विपरीतार्थक | विपरीत (उल्टा) अर्थ बताने वाले शब्दों को विलोम शब्द कहते हैं।जैसे – रात-दिन; धरती-आकाश। |
Important Points
विलोम के उदाहरण –
आग्रह – दुराग्रह
सुकर – दुष्कर
संलिप्त – निर्लिप
सुबोध – दुर्बोध
अथ – इत
अस्त – उदय
आसक्त – अनासक
साम्य – वैषम्य
ऋजु – वक्र
ऋत – अनृत
94. भूतकाल की दृष्टि से दिए गए वाक्य के किस भाग में त्रुटि है-
बहुत पहले मैंने देखी है, किताब वहीं मेज़ पर थी ।
A. मैंने देखी है,
B. मेज़ पर थी ।
C. किताब वहीं
D. बहुत पहले
Solution
सही उत्तर है – “मैंने देखी है,” l
Key Points
- ‘बहुत पहले मैंने देखी है, किताब वहीं मेज़ पर थी।’ – प्रस्तुत वाक्य में भूतकाल की दृष्टि से ‘मैंने देखी है,’ वाक्यांश में त्रुटि है l
- सही वाक्य प्रकार बनेगा :- मैं बहुत पहले मैंने देखी थी/ था, किताब वहीं मेज़ पर थी l
- अन्य विकल्प गलत उत्तर है क्योंकि वाक्य के अन्य भागों में त्रुटि नहीं है l
Additional Information
क्रिया के जिस रूप से बीते हुये समय का पता चले उसे भूतकाल कहते हैं भूतकाल के वाक्यों के अंत में था, थे, थी, जैसे शब्द आते हैं इन्हीं शब्दों से भूतकाल की पहचान होती हैं।
उदाहरण :-
मैं खाना खा रहा था।
मैं सो रहा था।
95. वाक्य के रेखांकित अंश को किस लोकोक्ति से प्रतिस्थापित किया जा सकता है?
जीवन में बहुत लोग निश्चिंत और बेलाग रहना पसंद करते हैं।
A. एक के दूने से सौ के सवाये भले
B. उधो का लेना न माधो का देना
C. उल्टे बाँस बरेली को
D. एक अनार सौ बीमार
Solution
‘निश्चिंत और बेलाग रहना’ के लिए उचित लोकोक्ति उधो का लेना न माधो का देना होगा।
लोकोक्ति – उधो का लेना न माधो का देना
- अर्थ – निश्चिंत और बेलाग (दोटूक) रहना / अपने काम से काम रखना
- वाक्य – जीवन में बहुत लोग निश्चिंत और बेलाग रहना पसंद करते हैं।
Key Pointsअन्य विकल्प –
- एक के दूने से सौ के सवाये भले – अधिक लाभ पर कम माल बेचने की अपेक्षा कम लाभ पर अधिक माल बेचना अधिक फ़ायदेमंद होता है।
वाक्य प्रयोग – अधिक लाभ पर कम माल बेचने की अपेक्षा कम लाभ पर अधिक माल बेचना अधिक फ़ायदेमंद होता है।
- उल्टे बाँस बरेली को – विपरीत कार्य करना
वाक्य प्रयोग – जब राजू अनाज शहर से गाँव ले जाने लगा तो उसके पिताजी ने कहा कि ये तो उल्टे बांस बरेली वाली बात है। यहाँ क्या अनाज की कोई कमी है।
- एक अनार सौ बीमार – मांग अधिक आपूर्ति कम
वाक्य प्रयोग – आजकल नोकरी थोडी होती है और उसको पाने वाले अनेक यह तो वही बात हो गई एक अनार सौ बिमार।
Important Pointsकुछ महत्त्वपूर्ण लोकोक्तियाँ और उनके अर्थ व वाक्य प्रयोग –
- जैसी बहे बयार पीठ तब तैसी दीजे – समय का रूख देखकर काम करना चाहिए।
वाक्य प्रयोग – अब लोगों को समाज के संबंध में रूढ़िवादी विचार छोड़कर नये विचार अपनाने चाहिये क्योंकि ‘ जैसी बहे बयार पीठ तब तैसी दीजे ‘।
- रस्सी जल गयी पर ऐंठन न गयी – स्थिति दयनीय होने पर भी घमंड न छोड़ना
वाक्य प्रयोग – इतनी मेहनत के बाद भी प्रतियोगिता परीक्षा में दावा अभी भी बरकरार है इसे कहते हैं रस्सी जल गई पर ऐंठन ना गई।
- घर में नहीं दाने, अम्मा चली भुनाने – ना होने पर भी ढोंगढों करन
वाक्य प्रयोग – घर में पैसे के नाम पर कौड़ी नहीं और बेटी का विवाह विदेश में तय कर दिया है। घर में नहीं दाने, अम्मा चली भुनाने।
- चिराग तले अन्धेरा – अपनी बुराई नहीं दिखाना।
वाक्य प्रयोग – हरीराम मास्टर दुसरो के बच्चे को खुब पडाते है पर उसके खुद के बेटो को कुछ नही आता है इसे ही कहते है कि चिराग तले अंधेरा।
- सीधी उंगली से घी नहीं निकलता – बहुत सीधा होने से काम नहीं चलता
वाक्य प्रयोग – हमने बातचीत से काम निकालना चाहा, पर ठीक ही कहते हैं – ‘सीधी ऊँगली से घी नहीं निकलता’।
96. नीचे दिए गए परिच्छेद में कुछ शब्द छोड़ दिए गए हैं, प्रत्येक रिक्त स्थान के चार विकल्प दिए गए हैं। इन चारों में से कौन सा विकल्प रिक्त स्थान की पूर्ति करेगा ?
सृष्टि की रचना करते समय ईश्वर ने विभिन्न प्राणियों का निर्माण किया और इस जीवन को (1) _____ बनाने हेतु प्रत्येक प्राणी का कोमल हृदय विभिन्न (2)_________ से अभिसिंचित कर दिया। इन्हीं भावों को ‘भावनाएं’ भी कहा जाता है। (3)_______ पंक्तियों में प्रयुक्त ‘प्राणी’ शब्द एक व्यापक संज्ञा को परिभाषित करता है, जो मानव-मात्र तक (4)_____न रहकर ईश्वर की प्रत्येक सजीव कृति से संबंधित है। प्रेम, ईर्ष्या, द्वेष, सहयोग जैसी भावनाएं केवल इंसान का साम्राज्य नहीं हैं, वरन प्रत्येक प्राणी के हृदय में इन (5) _______का अस्तित्व होता है।
Question:
रिक्त स्थान (1) के लिए उपयुक्त विकल्प का चयन कीजिए।
A. बदसूरत
B. कुरूप
C. खूबसूरत
D. अपमानित
इसका सही उत्तर “खूबसूरत” है।।
Key Points
गद्यांश के अनुसार,
- ईश्वर ने इस जीवन को खूबसूरत बनाने हेतु विभिन्न भावनाओं से प्राणियों को अभिसिंचित किया।
- इन भावनाओं में प्रेम, ईर्ष्या, द्वेष, और सहयोग शामिल होते हैं।
- इसलिए, सही उत्तर खूबसूरत है।
Additional Information
अन्य विकल्प:
बदसूरत –
- यह विकल्प सन्दर्भ के अनुरूप नहीं है क्योंकि सृष्टि को खूबसूरत बनाने का उल्लेख है।
कुरूप –
- इसका भी उचित प्रयोग नहीं है क्योंकि सृष्टि को रमणीय और सकारात्मक भावनाओं से भरपूर बताया गया है।
अपमानित –
- यह नकारात्मक शब्द है और पाठ के सन्दर्भ में उचित नहीं है।
97. नीचे दिए गए परिच्छेद में कुछ शब्द छोड़ दिए गए हैं, प्रत्येक रिक्त स्थान के चार विकल्प दिए गए हैं। इन चारों में से कौन सा विकल्प रिक्त स्थान की पूर्ति करेगा ?
सृष्टि की रचना करते समय ईश्वर ने विभिन्न प्राणियों का निर्माण किया और इस जीवन को (1) _____ बनाने हेतु प्रत्येक प्राणी का कोमल हृदय विभिन्न (2)_________ से अभिसिंचित कर दिया। इन्हीं भावों को ‘भावनाएं’ भी कहा जाता है। (3)_______ पंक्तियों में प्रयुक्त ‘प्राणी’ शब्द एक व्यापक संज्ञा को परिभाषित करता है, जो मानव-मात्र तक (4)_____न रहकर ईश्वर की प्रत्येक सजीव कृति से संबंधित है। प्रेम, ईर्ष्या, द्वेष, सहयोग जैसी भावनाएं केवल इंसान का साम्राज्य नहीं हैं, वरन प्रत्येक प्राणी के हृदय में इन (5) _______का अस्तित्व होता है।
Question:
रिक्त स्थान (2) के लिए उपयुक्त विकल्प का चयन कीजिए।
A. भावों
B. कवियों
C. निवासियों
D. प्रदेशों
इसका सही उत्तर “भावों” है।
Key Points
गद्यांश के अनुसार,
- ईश्वर ने विभिन्न प्राणियों का निर्माण कर, उनके हृदय में विभिन्न भावों को भरा है।
- ये भावनाएं उन प्राणियों के जीवन को खूबसूरत बनाती हैं।
- इसलिए, सही उत्तर ‘भावों’ है।
Additional Information
अन्य विकल्प:
कवियों –
- यह विकल्प सन्दर्भ के अनुरूप नहीं है क्योंकि संतुलित जीवन के लिए भावों की बात हो रही है, न कि कवियों की।
निवासियों –
- यह विकल्प भी सही नहीं है क्योंकि इसका प्रयोग यहाँ सन्दर्भित भावनाओं के अनुसार नहीं है।
प्रदेशों –
- यह शब्द यहाँ उपयुक्त नहीं है क्योंकि भावनाओं की बात हो रही है, भूगोल की नहीं।
98. नीचे दिए गए परिच्छेद में कुछ शब्द छोड़ दिए गए हैं, प्रत्येक रिक्त स्थान के चार विकल्प दिए गए हैं। इन चारों में से कौन सा विकल्प रिक्त स्थान की पूर्ति करेगा ?
सृष्टि की रचना करते समय ईश्वर ने विभिन्न प्राणियों का निर्माण किया और इस जीवन को (1) _____ बनाने हेतु प्रत्येक प्राणी का कोमल हृदय विभिन्न (2)_________ से अभिसिंचित कर दिया। इन्हीं भावों को ‘भावनाएं’ भी कहा जाता है। (3)_______ पंक्तियों में प्रयुक्त ‘प्राणी’ शब्द एक व्यापक संज्ञा को परिभाषित करता है, जो मानव-मात्र तक (4)_____न रहकर ईश्वर की प्रत्येक सजीव कृति से संबंधित है। प्रेम, ईर्ष्या, द्वेष, सहयोग जैसी भावनाएं केवल इंसान का साम्राज्य नहीं हैं, वरन प्रत्येक प्राणी के हृदय में इन (5) _______का अस्तित्व होता है।
Question:
रिक्त स्थान (3) के लिए उपयुक्त विकल्प का चयन कीजिए।
A. उपरिलिखित
B. रेखांकित
C. गोलाकार
D. अर्ध
इसका सही उत्तर “उपरिलिखित” है।
Key Points
गद्यांश के अनुसार,
- गद्यांश में पूर्व में लिखित ‘प्राणी’ शब्द का उपयोग व्यापक संज्ञा के रूप में किया गया है।
- यह शब्द केवल मानव-मात्र तक सीमित न रहकर, ईश्वर की प्रत्येक सजीव कृति से संबंधित है।
- इसलिए, सही उत्तर ‘उपरिलिखित’ है।
Additional Informationअन्य विकल्प:
रेखांकित –
- यह विकल्प सन्दर्भ के अनुरूप नहीं है क्योंकि रेखांकित शब्द का उपयोग किया होता तो गद्यांश में रेखाएं खींची होतीं।
गोलाकार –
- यह शब्द यहाँ उपयुक्त नहीं है क्योंकि गद्यांश में गोलाकारता की बात नहीं की गई है।
अर्ध –
- यह शब्द भी गलत है क्योंकि इसका सन्दर्भ यहाँ उपयुक्त नहीं है।
99. नीचे दिए गए परिच्छेद में कुछ शब्द छोड़ दिए गए हैं, प्रत्येक रिक्त स्थान के चार विकल्प दिए गए हैं। इन चारों में से कौन सा विकल्प रिक्त स्थान की पूर्ति करेगा ?
सृष्टि की रचना करते समय ईश्वर ने विभिन्न प्राणियों का निर्माण किया और इस जीवन को (1) _____ बनाने हेतु प्रत्येक प्राणी का कोमल हृदय विभिन्न (2)_________ से अभिसिंचित कर दिया। इन्हीं भावों को ‘भावनाएं’ भी कहा जाता है। (3)_______ पंक्तियों में प्रयुक्त ‘प्राणी’ शब्द एक व्यापक संज्ञा को परिभाषित करता है, जो मानव-मात्र तक (4)_____न रहकर ईश्वर की प्रत्येक सजीव कृति से संबंधित है। प्रेम, ईर्ष्या, द्वेष, सहयोग जैसी भावनाएं केवल इंसान का साम्राज्य नहीं हैं, वरन प्रत्येक प्राणी के हृदय में इन (5) _______का अस्तित्व होता है।
Question:
रिक्त स्थान (4) के लिए उपयुक्त विकल्प का चयन कीजिए।
A. आवेदन
B. ठोकर
C. सीमित
D. प्रस्थान
इसका सही उत्तर “सीमित” है।
Key Points
गद्यांश के अनुसार,
- प्राकृतिक संसाधन सीमित होते हैं, जिनका सदुपयोग करना हमारा कर्तव्य है।
- सीमित संसाधनों के दुरुपयोग से भविष्य में संकट उत्पन्न हो सकता है।
- इसलिए, सही उत्तर ‘सीमित’ है।
Additional Informationअन्य विकल्प:
आवेदन –
- यह विकल्प सन्दर्भ के अनुरूप नहीं है क्योंकि यहाँ प्राकृतिक संसाधनों की बात हो रही है, आवेदन की नहीं।
ठोकर –
- यह शब्द भी गलत है क्योंकि इसका सन्दर्भ यहाँ उपयुक्त नहीं है।
प्रस्थान –
- यह शब्द भी सन्दर्भ में सही नहीं है क्योंकि यहाँ सीमित संसाधनों की बात है, यात्रा या शुरूआत की नहीं।
100.नीचे दिए गए परिच्छेद में कुछ शब्द छोड़ दिए गए हैं, प्रत्येक रिक्त स्थान के चार विकल्प दिए गए हैं। इन चारों में से कौन सा विकल्प रिक्त स्थान की पूर्ति करेगा ?
सृष्टि की रचना करते समय ईश्वर ने विभिन्न प्राणियों का निर्माण किया और इस जीवन को (1) _____ बनाने हेतु प्रत्येक प्राणी का कोमल हृदय विभिन्न (2)_________ से अभिसिंचित कर दिया। इन्हीं भावों को ‘भावनाएं’ भी कहा जाता है। (3)_______ पंक्तियों में प्रयुक्त ‘प्राणी’ शब्द एक व्यापक संज्ञा को परिभाषित करता है, जो मानव-मात्र तक (4)_____न रहकर ईश्वर की प्रत्येक सजीव कृति से संबंधित है। प्रेम, ईर्ष्या, द्वेष, सहयोग जैसी भावनाएं केवल इंसान का साम्राज्य नहीं हैं, वरन प्रत्येक प्राणी के हृदय में इन (5) _______का अस्तित्व होता है।
Question:
रिक्त स्थान (5) के लिए उपयुक्त विकल्प का चयन कीजिए।
A. अमानवीय
B. मानवीय
C. भावनाओं
D. मामलों
इसका सही उत्तर “भावनाओं” है।
Key Points
गद्यांश के अनुसार ,
- मनुष्य अपनी भावनाओं के द्वारा दूसरों से संबंध स्थापित करता है।
- भावनाएँ मनुष्य को एक-दूसरे से जोड़ती हैं और उन्हें संवेदनशील बनाती हैं।
- इसलिए, सही उत्तर भावनाओं है।
Additional Informationअन्य विकल्प:
अमानवीय –
- यह विकल्प सन्दर्भ के अनुरूप नहीं है क्योंकि यहाँ भावनाओं की बात हो रही है, अमानवीयता की नहीं।
मानवीय –
- यह शब्द भी सही नहीं है क्योंकि यहाँ स्पष्ट रूप से ‘भावनाओं’ की बात हो रही है।
मामलों –
- यह शब्द यहाँ उपयुक्त नहीं है क्योंकि गद्यांश में भावनाओं की बात की जा रही है, मामलों की नहीं।
