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2023
Previous Year Paper
(20th Jul 2023 3rd Shift)
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Q1 Select the most appropriate meaning of the Select the option that can be used as a one-
given idiom. word substitute for the given group of words.
It is raining cats and dogs means: Someone who dishonestly pretends to deceive
(A) it is raining very heavily under an assumed character
(B) there are showers (A) Imposter (B) Imitator
(C) something that does not upset you (C) Explorer (D) Imbecile
(D) it is drizzling
Q7 Select the grammatically correct sentence.
Q2 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the A.Today is sixth day of our workshop. All the
underlined word. participants are highly enthusiastic.
He was quite violent in his behaviour. B. Today is a sixth day of our workshop. All the
(A) Crazy (B) Aggressive participants are highly enthusiastic.
(C) Gentle (D) Savage C. Today is the sixth day of our workshop. All the
participants are highly enthusiastic.
Q3 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
D. Today is sixth day of our workshop. All
underlined word in the given sentence to fill in
participants are highly enthusiastic.
the blank.
(A) D (B) C
We usually had __________ visitors dropping by,
(C) B (D) A
but now we have very less visitors.
(A) insufficient (B) a handful of Q8 Select the option that expresses the given
(C) slighter (D) umpteen sentence in active voice.
Was the conference not attended by them?
Q4 Select the most appropriate option that can
(A) Did they not attend the conference?
substitute the underlined segment in the given
(B) Does they not attend the conference?
sentence.
(C) Do they not attend the conference?
The man was convicted of murder by the jury
(D) Do they attend the conference?
but he is not committed it.
(A) have not committed it Q9 Select the option that expresses the given
(B) has not committed it sentence in active voice.
(C) had not committed it Was the beggar not being beaten by her?
(D) am not committed it (A) Was not she beating the beggar?
(B) Was she beating the beggar?
Q5 The following sentence has been split into four
(C) Was the beggar beaten by her?
segments. Identify the segment that contains a
(D) Was she not beating the beggar?
grammatical error.
Hardik's horoscope says / that the stars / will be Q10 Select the most appropriate option that can
exercised / a benign influence on his life. substitute the underlined segment in the given
(A) will be exercised sentence. If there is no need to substitute it,
(B) Hardik's horoscope says select 'No substitution'.
(C) that the stars Neither John nor Simon are coming to the
(D) a benign influence on his life meeting.
(A) were coming to the meeting
Q6
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(C) are coming to meeting Taking a bull by the horns
(D) is coming to the meeting (A) Wearing a skull cap
(B) To decapitate a bull for beef
Q11 The given sentence has some words with
(C) To make a stupid decision thinking it to be
incorrect spellings. Select the most appropriate
daring
option that corrects the spellings.
(D) To deal with a difficult situation in a very
Being a milionaire, he is leading a luxurius life.
direct or confident way
(A) Being a millioneire, he is leading a luxrious
life. Q18 Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
(B) Being a millionaire, he is leading a luxurious underlined word.
life. Heavy outfits make the movement of trekkers
(C) Being a millionaire, he is leeding a luxurous sluggish.
life. (A) Active (B) Distorted
(D) Being a millinaire, he is leading a luxurious (C) Eye catching (D) Comfortable
life.
Q19 Select the most appropriate option that can
Q12 Select the option that is similar in meaning to the substitute the underlined segment in the given
given word. sentence.
Hapless The family is neither interested in selling the
(A) Happy (B) Unfortunate house or rebuilding it.
(C) Fortunate (D) Distasteful (A) yet rebuilding
(B) not only rebuilding
Q13 Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
(C) nor rebuilding
blank.
(D) but also rebuilding
I find that students nowadays are not interested
in __________ letters by hand. Q20 Select the most appropriate synonym for the
(A) righting (B) rioting underlined word in the given sentence.
(C) rating (D) writing She had the temerity to call her teacher a liar.
(A) impudence (B) tedious
Q14 Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
(C) taciturn (D) trenchant
(A) Consultancy (B) Constitution
(C) Conspirasy (D) Configuration Directions (21-25) Read the following passage
and answer the given questions.
Q15 Select the option that can be used as a one-
In the following passage, some words have been
word substitute for the given phrase.
deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
Waver between different opinions or actions
the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
(A) Sway (B) Viaduct
The (1) _________ of climate change is one of
(C) Thrifty (D) Vacillate
the most pressing issues facing the world today.
Q16 Select the option that can be used as a one- Rising temperatures, extreme weather events
word substitute for the given group of words. and melting ice caps are just a few of the (2)
One who looks at the negative side of everything _________ of a changing climate. To combat this,
(A) Optimist (B) Activist many countries have pledged to reduce their
(C) Racist (D) Pessimist greenhouse gas emissions, but progress has
been slow. In addition, some people are still
Q17 Select the most appropriate meaning of the sceptical of the (3)________ of climate change or
given idiom. believe that it's a natural occurrence that

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humans can't do much about. However, 8+(−9−3)−(−12−5)
scientists agree that urgent action is needed to (A) 14 (B) 13
prevent the worst impacts of climate change. (C) 16 (D) 15
This includes not only reducing emissions but
Q28 Supraja and Kausalya can complete a work in
also adapting to the changes that have already
30 days and 20 days, respectively. If Supraja
(4)_________ This might involve building sea
starts the work and they work on alternate days,
walls to protect against rising sea levels, planting
in how many days will 75% of the work be
drought-resistant crops or developing new
completed?
technologies to remove carbon from the
(A) 28 (B) 24
atmosphere. Ultimately, addressing climate
(C) 20 (D) 18
change will require a (5)_______ effort from
individuals, governments and businesses Q29 A and B can do a project in 9 days. B and C

around the world. can do it in 12 days while C and A can do it in

18 days. In how many days A, B and C all
Q21 Select the most appropriate option to fill in
working together, can finish the project?
blank no. 1.
(A) 9 (B) 8
(A) advantage (B) challenge
(C) 11 (D) 10
(C) solution (D) aspect
Q30 In a circle with centre O, PA and PB are the
Q22 Select the most appropriate option to fill in
tangents at A and B, respectively, from an
blank no. 2.
∘
external point P. If ∠AP B = 24 , then find
(A) benefits (B) advancements
∠AOB .
(C) consequences (D) improvements
∘
(A) 158
Q23 Select the most appropriate option to fill in (B) 48∘
blank no. 3 . (C) 156∘
(A) fiction (B) myth (D) 180∘
(C) reality (D) deception
Q31 A and B working together can finish a piece of
Q24 Select the most appropriate option to fill in work in 8 days while B alone can do it in 24

blank no. 4 . days. In how many days can A alone finish the
(A) ceasing (B) reversing work?
(C) occurred (D) stabilising (A) 10 (B) 16
(C) 12 (D) 14
Q25 Select the most appropriate option to fill in
blank no. 5 . Q32 A person invests ₹9, 840 at 5% per annum
(A) joint (B) individual simple interest to obtain a total amount of
(C) solitary (D) separate ₹12, 300. For how many years did he invest the
sum?
Q26 From a point Q , the length of the tangent to a
(A) 5 years (B) 4.5 years
circle is 20cm and the distance of Q from the
(C) 3.5 years (D) 3 years
centre of the circle is 25cm . The radius of the
circle is: Q33 P gives Q a head-start of 2 seconds in a 400m

(A) 5 cm (B) 10 cm race, but both finish the race at the same time.
(C) 15 cm (D) 12.5 cm Find the time taken by P to finish the race if the
speed of Q is 2m/sec.
Q27 Solve the following expression.

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(A) 198 seconds (B) 199 seconds Q38 The following bar graph represents the demand
(C) 200 seconds (D) 195 seconds and production for five companies, V , W , X, Y
and Z .On the basis of the bar graph, answer the
Q34 The price of an article is increased by r%. The
question.
new price was decreased by r% later. Now the
latest price is Rs.1.What was the original price of
the article?
10000
(A) 2
10000−r
2

(B) 10000−r

10000
100
(C)
100−r2
100
(D) 2
1−r

Q35 Study the given bar-graph and answer the

question that follows. A company provides five
different products. The sales of these five
products (in 1000 number of packs) during 2019
If K% of the production for company X equals
are shown in the bar-graph.
the demand for company W , then K equals:
(A) 40 (B) 45
(C) 35 (D) 50

Q39 A thief is noticed by a policeman from a distance

of 200m. The thief starts running as soon as he
is noticed, and the policeman chases him
simultaneously. The thief and the policeman run
at the speeds of 10km/h and 11km/h ,
respectively. What is the distance (in m )
between them after 6 min policeman starts
What is the ratio of sales of product A to product
chasing?
E in 2019 ?
(A) 75 (B) 100
(A) 1 : 2 (B) 1 : 3
(C) 125 (D) 150
(C) 2 : 3 (D) 2 : 1

Q40 If a + b + c = 7, ab + bc + ca = 11 and
Q36 The cost of 50 dozens of bananas is 2, 400 and 3 3 3
abc = −1 , then a + b + c is equal to:
the transport cost per banana is 0.25 . The
(A) 101 (B) 107
selling price is 10 for a pair of bananas. What is
(C) 109 (D) 111
the profit percentage (rounded off up to one
decimal place)? Q41 The maximum value of (sin12 θ + cos20 θ) for all
(A) 14.5% (B) 17.6% the real values of θ is:
(C) 15.4% (D) 16.7% (A) 2 (B) 3
(C) 1 (D) 0
Q37 The three sides of a triangle are 12,17 and x

units. Which of the following options is correct? Q42 Find the value of
(A) 5 < x < 29 2
tan
2
60
∘
+ 3 cos
2
30
∘
− 2 sec
2
30
∘
−
3
cot
2
.
3 4
(B) 5 ≤ x < 29 ∘
60
(C) 5 ≤ x ≤ 29 (A) 2.33 (B) 2.01
(D) 5 < x ≤ 29

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(C) 1.33 (D) 3.33 The slant height of a cone is 10cm , and the
radius is 6cm . What is the total surface area of
Q43 The square of 72 is equal to the product of 216
the cone? Take π = 3.14
and a number. Find the number. 2
(A) 292.4cm
(A) 36 (B) 18
(B) 312.2cm2
(C) 24 (D) 48
(C) 305.4cm2
Q44 P and Q can do a job in 24 days, Q and R can (D) 301.44cm2
do it in 30 days, while P and R can do it in 40
Q50 What is the value of sin(−405∘ )?
days. X is four times as efficient as P, Y is half
(A) √5
as efficient as Q , and Z is 2.5 times as efficient 2
1
(B)
as R . Determine the number of days required to 2
−1
(C)
complete the same job if X , Y and Z work 2
−1

together. (D)
√2

(A) 9 (B) 12
Q51 Select the option that is related to the fifth term in
(C) 8 (D) 10
the same way as the second term is related to
Q45 Simplify 325 + 276 the first term and the fourth term is related to the
÷ [150 − {9 × 9 + (83 − 4 × 15)}] third term.
(A) 332 (B) 333 32 : 8 :: 72 : 12 :: 128 : ?
(C) 334 (D) 331 (A) 18 (B) 16
(C) 14 (D) 15
Q46 A retailer announces a discount of 30% for
selling an air-conditioner marked at ₹92, 000. Q52 In this question, three statements are given,
The cost price of the air-conditioner is 70% followed by two conclusions numbered I and II.
below the marked price. He offers a further Assuming the statements to be true, even if they
discount of 20% if the buyer presents his seem to be at variance with commonly known
membership card of the retailer's store. The facts, decide which of the conclusion(s) logically
profit of the retailer with the membership card follows/follow from the statements.
scheme is what percentage of the profit of the Statements:
retailer without the membership card scheme? All cricketers are wealthy.
(A) 62% (B) 65% Some wealthy are Indians.
(C) 70% (D) 74% All Indians are honest.
– Conclusions:
Q47 If (x −
1

x
) = 2√2 , and x > 1 , what is the value
I. All Indians are cricketers.
1
of (x6 −
x
6
) ? II. Some cricketers are honest.
– –
(A) 372√6 (B) 384√6 (A) Only conclusion II follows.
– –
(C) 396√6 (D) 420√6 (B) Only conclusion I follows.
(C) Neither conclusions I nor II follows.
Q48 If (2y + 2
) = 7 , find the value of (y 2 +
1
) .
y y
2
(D) Both conclusions I and II follow.
(A) 41

(B) 45 Q53 If '+' means 'subtraction', ' - ' means

4
49 'multiplication', '÷' means 'addition' and ' × '
(C)
4
49
means 'division', then what is the value of the
(D)
2
following expression?
Q49 23−31+135×15÷16

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(A) 698 (B) 794
(C) 680 (D) 720

Q54 P , M , Z, A and L are part of a five-member

family and all except L are females. Z and L

are in a marital relationship and P , M and A are

their children. How is M related to Z ?
(A) Granddaughter (B) Wife
Q57 In a certain code language, 'BACKED' is coded
(C) Mother (D) Daughter
as 'GHNFDE' and 'CLOSER' is coded as
Q55 Which number should replace the question mark 'UHVROF'. How will 'JUNIOR' be coded in the
(?) in the following number series? same language?
5475,1100,225,50, ?, 8,6.6 (A) VSNRYN (B) TRMQYM
(A) 30 (B) 15 (C) USMRYN (D) URLQXM
(C) 20 (D) 25
Q58 Study the given pattern carefully and select the
Q56 Select the option figure which is embedded in number that can replace the question mark (?) in
the given figure (rotation is NOT allowed). it.
(4, 2, 18)

(1, 7, 24)

(5, 4, ?)

(NOTE: Operations should be performed on the

whole numbers, without breaking down the
numbers into its constituent digits. E.g. 13 -
Operations on 13 such as
adding/subtracting/multiplying etc. to 13 can be
(A) performed. Breaking down 13 into 1 and 3 and
then performing mathematical operations on 1
and 3 is not allowed)
(A) 19 (B) 27
(C) 18 (D) 24

Q59 Select the correct combination of mathematical

(B) signs to sequentially replace the * signs and to
balance the given equation.
16 * 31 * 18 * 2 * 11 * 494
(A) −, ×, +, +, =
(C) (B) ÷, +, −, ×, =
(C) +, −, +, ×, =
(D) ×,+,÷,−,=

Q60 Select the figure that will replace the question

mark (?) in the following figure series.
(D)

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(A)

(A)

(B)

(B)

(C)
(C)

(D)
(D)

Q63 Select the option that represents the correct

order of the given words as they would appear in
Q61 Select the number from among the given options an English dictionary.
that can replace the question mark (?) in the 1. Penguins
following series. 2. Pendants
17, 24, 38, 59, 87 ,? 3. Penthouse
(A) 122 (B) 137 4. Pendulum
(C) 117 (D) 109 5. Pentagon
6. Penalize
Q62 Select the correct mirror image of the given
(A) 6, 2, 4, 1, 3, 5
figure when the mirror is placed at the right side
(B) 6, 2, 4, 1, 5, 3
of the figure.
(C) 6, 4, 2, 1, 5, 3
(D) 4, 2, 6, 1, 3, 5

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Select the option that is related to the fifth
number in the same way as the second number
is related to the first number and the fourth
number is related to the third number.
192 : 24 :: 48 : 12 :: 432 :?

(A) 42 (B) 32
(C) 48 (D) 36
Q67 Select the option that is related to the third word
Q65 In a certain code language, if 'DGOUT' is written in the same way as the second word is related to
as ' 25131918 ' and 'RCQFM' is written as the first word.
'16115411', how will 'OVHPI' be written in the (The words must be considered as meaningful
same code language? English words and must not be related to each
(A) 11186048 (B) 13196149 other based on the number of letters/number of
(C) 13206147 (D) 12196247 consonants/vowels in the word.)
School : Principal :: Prison : ?
Q66 Which of the answer figures is the exact mirror
(A) Doctor (B) Engineer
image of the given problem figure when the
(C) Plumber (D) Jailor
mirror is held at the right side?
Q68 if,
'B % D' means 'B is the brother of D'.
'B & D' means 'B is the mother of D'.
'B × D' means 'B is the husband of D'.
'B # D' means 'B is the sister of D'.
'B $ D' means 'B is the son of D'.
'B @ D' means 'B is the father of D'.
(A) then which of the given options is correct
regarding the following expression?
S&Z$F%B%E@G
(A) E is the sister of F .
(B) Z is the son of E ′ s brother
(C) S is the mother of G .
(D) B is the maternal uncle of Z .
(B)
Q69 Which of the given letter-clusters will replace the
question mark (?) in the following series?
DMHR, AJEO, XGBL, ?, RAVF
(A) UDYI (B) UCYI
(C) YDYH (D) UDXI
(C)
Q70 Select the option figure which is embedded in
the given figure. (Rotation is NOT allowed).

(D)

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(A)

(A) (B)

(B) (C)

(D)
(C)

(D)

Q73 Select the option that represents the letters that,

when sequentially placed from left to right in the
blanks below, will complete the letter series.
__SRDAT__DA_SR__TS _ D
Q71 'Blank' is related to 'Empty' in the same way as
(A) ASRTTDAR (B) ATSRTDAR
'Void' is related to '______'.
(C) ATSRTADR (D) ATSRDTAR
(A) Evasion (B) Vacuum
(C) Full (D) Oval Q74 The second number in the given number pairs is
obtained by performing certain mathematical
Q72 Which of the given figures when placed in the
operation(s) on the first number. The same
th
5 position would continue the series that is
operation(s) are followed in all the number pairs
established by the first four figures?
except one. Find that odd number pair.
(A) 19 : 363 (B) 13 : 171
(C) 3 : 17 (D) 7 : 51

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In a certain code language, "DEAF" is written as (D) Exim Bank and SIDBI
"4516" and "KILL" is written as "1191212". How
Q83 What is the total number of rivers including
will "LORD" be written in that language?
tributaries in Bangladesh?
(A) 1014145 (B) 1114166
(A) About 1000 (B) About 800
(C) 1215184 (D) 1116641
(C) About 700 (D) About 500
Q76 Which type of liverworts form umbrella-shaped
Q84 'Kalasam' is a dance sequence in which of the
structures that raise gametangia above the main
following classical dances of India?
gametophyte body and sporophytes develop
(A) Kathak (B) Kathakali
below these structures?
(C) Bharatanatyam (D) Manipuri
(A) Polytrichum (B) Funaria
(C) Sphagnum (D) Marchantia Q85 Through which of the following organisations did
Annie Besant promote the studies of ancient
Q77 In Five year plans, Plan Holiday is from ______.
Indian religions, philosophies and doctrines?
(A) 1966-1969 (B) 1974-1979
(A) Arya Samaj
(C) 1961-1966 (D) 1969-1974
(B) Theosophical Society
Q78 Who among the following leaders from INC (C) Paramhans Mandali
attended the Second Round Table Conference? (D) Prarthana Samaj
(A) Mahatma Gandhi
Q86 In February 2022, the Delhi High Court reserved
(B) Subhash Chandra Bose
judgment on a series of Public Interest
(C) Sucheta Kripalani
Litigations (PILs) challenging which exception in
(D) Jawaharlal Nehru
Section 375 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC)?
Q79 Who among the following Indian musicians is (A) Physical torture
known as 'Pancham Da'? (B) Marital rape
(A) Sachin Dev Barman (C) Suicide
(B) Kishore Kumar (D) Dowry death
(C) Nitin Mukesh
Q87 Meandrina is the generic name of which
(D) Rahul Dev Barman
Coelenterata animal having soft tube-shaped
Q80 Who among the following became the first Indian bodies that live together in large groups?
female sailor to qualify for the Olympics when (A) Brain coral (B) Sea anemone
she qualified for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics? (C) Sea-fan (D) Medusa
(A) Maana Patel (B) Nethra Kumanan
Q88 The Chairman of a State Public Service
(C) Bhavani Devi (D) Manu Bhaker
Commission can be removed by the order of the
Q81 Where were the 35th National Games held in the _______.
year 2015? (A) Prime Minister (B) President
(A) Delhi (B) Mumbai (C) Governor (D) Chief Minister
(C) Punjab (D) Kerala
Q89 Goods and Service Tax is an example of
Q82 Which of the following sponsored 'Ubharte _______.
Sitaare Fund', in August 2021? (A) compensation to employees
(A) IDBI and LIC (B) direct tax
(B) ICICI bank (C) transfer payment
(C) HDFC (D) indirect tax

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Q90 What type of vegetation is found in the plateau of (A) Article 22 (B) Article 23
Meghalaya, Sahyadri and the central and (C) Article 25 (D) Article 24
southern islands of the Nicobar group?
Q95 Who wrote the Mauryan period book
(A) Dry Tropical Deciduous Vegetation
Arthashastra?
(B) Dry Tropical Thorny Vegetation
(A) Bindusara
(C) Alpine Vegetation
(B) Vishnu Gupta
(D) Moist Tropical Semi-Evergreen Vegetation
(C) Chandragupta Maurya
Q91 The first railway line in India was started from (D) Bhanugupta
____ to _____ in 1853.
Q96 Which of the following helps the coffee flowers to
(A) Bombay to Palghar
blossom in Karnataka?
(B) Bombay to Poona
(A) Nor'westers (B) Loo
(C) Bombay to Karjat
(C) Mango shower (D) Blossom shower
(D) Bombay to Thane
Q97 On August 15,2022 , India celebrated its
Q92 Which of the following is a synthetic fluorinated
_________ Independence Day from the British
compound with an extremely stable molecular
rule.
structure known to be the most potent
(A) 77th (B) 73rd
greenhouse gas ever found?
(C) 72nd (D) 76th
(A) Hydrogen fluoride
(B) Sodium monofluorophosphate Q98 Tila, Seti and Beri are the tributaries of:
(C) Sulphur hexafluoride (A) Tamsa (B) Ghaghara
(D) Calcium fluoride (C) Mahi (D) Sabarmati

Q93 The local communities of merchants were known Q99 The 36th National games was organised by
as ______ in the Vijayanagara empire. _____.
(A) Rachavarus (A) Haryana (B) Gujarat
(B) Narapattis (C) Karnataka (D) Maharashtra
(C) Kudirai Chettis
(D) Gajapattis Q100 The National Nritya Shiromani Award 2022 was
awarded to Aparna Satheesan for which of the
Q94 In case an Indian citizen is arrested and denied following dance forms?
the right to be defended, then in such a (A) Bharatanatyam (B) Kuchipudi
situation, which Article of the Indian Constitution (C) Kathakali (D) Odissi
can provide a relief?

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Answer Key
Q1 (A) Q31 (C)

Q2 (C) Q32 (A)

Q3 (D) Q33 (A)

Q4 (C) Q34 (A)

Q5 (A) Q35 (A)

Q6 (A) Q36 (B)

Q7 (B) Q37 (A)

Q8 (A) Q38 (D)

Q9 (D) Q39 (B)

Q10 (D) Q40 (C)

Q11 (B) Q41 (C)

Q12 (B) Q42 (C)

Q13 (D) Q43 (C)

Q14 (C) Q44 (D)

Q15 (D) Q45 (D)

Q16 (D) Q46 (B)

Q17 (D) Q47 (A)

Q18 (A) Q48 (A)

Q19 (C) Q49 (D)

Q20 (A) Q50 (D)

Q21 (B) Q51 (B)

Q22 (C) Q52 (C)

Q23 (C) Q53 (D)

Q24 (C) Q54 (D)

Q25 (A) Q55 (B)

Q26 (C) Q56 (A)

Q27 (B) Q57 (D)

Q28 (D) Q58 (B)

Q29 (B) Q59 (D)

Q30 (C) Q60 (D)

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Q61 (A) Q81 (D)

Q62 (A) Q82 (D)

Q63 (B) Q83 (C)

Q64 (D) Q84 (B)

Q65 (C) Q85 (B)

Q66 (C) Q86 (B)

Q67 (D) Q87 (A)

Q68 (B) Q88 (B)

Q69 (A) Q89 (D)

Q70 (A) Q90 (D)

Q71 (B) Q91 (D)

Q72 (A) Q92 (C)

Q73 (B) Q93 (C)

Q74 (C) Q94 (A)

Q75 (C) Q95 (B)

Q76 (D) Q96 (D)

Q77 (A) Q97 (D)

Q78 (A) Q98 (B)

Q79 (D) Q99 (B)

Q80 (B) Q100 (B)

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Hints & Solutions

Q1 Text Solution: The other options:
The idiom “It is raining cats and dogs” means Insufficient: means not enough or inadequate
“something that you say when it is raining rather than a larger quantity.
heavily”. A handful of: This phrase implies a small or
Example: Don't forget to take your umbrella - limited number, similar to "very little."
it's raining cats and dogs out there. Slighter: This word is a comparative form of
Hence, according to the given options, the "slight," which means small or minor.
correct meaning of the given idiom is “it is Therefore, Option D: Umpteen is the correct
raining very heavily”. antonym of "less" to indicate a larger number of
visitors.
Q2 Text Solution:
The word "violent" is used to describe Q4 Text Solution:
someone's behaviour. The word "violent" The sentence uses the wrong tense and
typically refers to actions or behaviour that structure to convey the intended meaning. The
involve physical force intended to hurt, correct tense to use here is the past perfect
damage, or destroy. tense to indicate an action that happened before
Gentle is the correct antonym in this context. another past action.
When someone is described as "gentle," it In this case, the action of not committing the
means that their behaviour is kind, murder happened before the man was
considerate, and mild, without aggression or convicted.
force. The options can be analyzed as follows:
The other options: "Have not committed it" is not correct because
Crazy: refers to mental instability or extreme the sentence is in the past tense, and "have
behaviour but doesn't necessarily indicate a not committed it" is in the present tense.
lack of aggression. "has not committed it" is also not correct for
Aggressive: describes a behaviour involving the same reason as Option A. It's in the
hostility and force. present tense.
Savage: This word is also related to violence "had not committed it" is the correct tense and
and aggression, so it is not the antonym we're structure. It accurately conveys that the man
looking for. was convicted of murder even though he
Therefore, Option C: Gentle is the correct hadn't committed it.
antonym of "violent" in this context. "Am not committed it" is not correct because it
doesn't fit the context of the sentence. The
Q3 Text Solution: sentence discusses the man's actions in the
The word "less" indicates a small or limited past, so "am" (present tense) is not
number of visitors. appropriate here.
Umpteen is the correct antonym in this context. Therefore, Option C is the correct option that
"Umpteen" is an informal term that means a very can substitute the underlined segment in the
large, indefinite number or quantity. It given sentence to make it grammatically and
emphasizes a significant amount, which is the contextually correct.
opposite of a small number of visitors.

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The correct structure would be: "The man was The article "the" is missing before "sixth
convicted of murder by the jury but he had not day," making the sentence grammatically
committed it." incorrect.
"Today is a sixth day of our workshop. All the
Q5 Text Solution: participants are highly enthusiastic."
The grammatical error is in the segment "will be While the article "a" is added before "sixth
exercised." This segment is not grammatically day," it is not needed here because we are
correct in the context of the sentence. referring to a specific day ("the sixth day"),
The given sentence is in active voice. not just any sixth day.
Also, we use the base form of the verb with "Today is the sixth day of our workshop. All
the modal verbs. the participants are highly enthusiastic."
Example: This option is correct. "The" is used before
She can speak three languages. "sixth day," making it clear that we are
It may rain later in the day. referring to a specific day of the workshop.
The correct word that should be used here is "Today is sixth day of our workshop. All
"exert," not "exercised." participants are highly enthusiastic."
The corrected sentence should be: "Hardik's This option is missing the article "the"
horoscope says that the stars will exert a benign before "sixth day," and omitting "the" before
influence on his life." "participants," making the sentence
Therefore, the grammatical error is in Option A: grammatically incorrect.
"will be exercised." Therefore, Option B is the correct choice.

Q6 Text Solution: Q8 Text Solution:

The given group of words describes a person The given statement is in passive voice and Past
who pretends to be someone they are not in simple tense.
order to deceive others, often for personal gain Structure:
or fraudulent purposes. A one-word substitute Active voice: Did + Subject + Base Form of
for this concept is "Imposter." Verb + Object +?
Here's the breakdown of the options: Passive voice: Was/Were + Object + Past
"Imitator" refers to someone who copies or Participle of Verb + by + Subject +?
mimics the behaviour or actions of others. The correct statement after the transformation
"Explorer" refers to a person who travels to will be: Did they not attend the conference?
new places in order to discover and learn
about them. Q9 Text Solution:
"Imbecile" refers to a person who is The given statement is in passive voice and Past
considered foolish or lacking intelligence. conitnuous tense.
Therefore, the correct answer is Option A: Structure:
Imposter. Active voice: Was/Were + Subject + Present
Participle (-ing form of the verb) + Object +?
Q7 Text Solution: Passive voice: Was/Were + Object + Being +
The sentence C is grammatically correct. Past Participle of Verb + by + Subject +?
"Today is sixth day of our workshop. All the The correct statement after the transformation
participants are highly enthusiastic." will be: Was she not beating the beggar?

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Q10 Text Solution: The word "hapless" is an adjective that means
The sentence contains a subject-verb unfortunate or unlucky. It is used to describe
agreement error. someone who is in a difficult or unlucky situation.
In the given sentence, the subject consists of Let us first understand the given options:
two singular nouns connected by the "Happy" is the opposite of "hapless." It means
correlative conjunction "neither...nor." experiencing or showing pleasure,
Since the nearest subject is singular, the contentment, or joy.
correct verb form should also be singular. "Unfortunate" is the synonym of "hapless." It
The singular verb "is" matches the singular means having bad luck, being unlucky, or
subject "Simon." This maintains proper experiencing unfavourable circumstances.
subject-verb agreement. "Fortunate" is the opposite of "hapless." It
Here's why the other options are not correct: means having good luck, being lucky, or
"were coming to the meeting" uses the plural experiencing favourable circumstances.
verb "were," which doesn't agree with the "Distasteful" means unpleasant or offensive to
singular subject "Neither John nor Simon." the senses, not having a good taste.
"are coming to meeting" lacks the article "the" The word "unfortunate" best captures the
before "meeting," and it also retains the meaning of "hapless."
subject-verb agreement error ("are" should be Therefore, the correct answer is Option B:
"is"). "Unfortunate."
So, the correct answer is Option D: "is coming to
the meeting," which fixes the subject-verb Q13 Text Solution:
agreement error and creates a grammatically The sentence talks about students not being
accurate sentence. interested in something related to letters.
Corrected Sentence: Neither John nor Simon is Looking at the context, it's clear that the
coming to the meeting. correct word should be "writing," as the
sentence discusses the activity of physically
Q11 Text Solution: composing letters by hand.
In the original sentence, there are two words with Let us first understand the given options:
incorrect spellings: "milionaire," and "luxurius." "Righting" means correcting or making
Let's lern the correct spellings: something right.
"milionaire" should be corrected to "Rioting" refers to a violent public disturbance
"millionaire." or disorder.
The correct spelling is "millionaire," "Rating" refers to giving a classification or
referring to a person who possesses a evaluation to something, such as a movie or a
million units of a currency. product.
"luxurius" should be corrected to "luxurious." "Writing" is the correct word choice. It means
The correct spelling is "luxurious," meaning composing letters or words on paper or
characterized by luxury or abundance of another medium.
comforts and conveniences. Given the context, the most appropriate option to
The correct sentence is: "Being a millionaire, he fill in the blank is Option D: "writing."
is leading a luxurious life." This sentence is
grammatically and spelling-wise accurate. Q14 Text Solution:
The incorrectly spelled word in the given options
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"Conspiracy." So, the correct answer is Option D: "Pessimist."
It means a secret plan by a group of people
to do something unlawful or harmful. Q17 Text Solution:
Let us first understand the given options: The idiom “Taking a bull by the horns” means “to
"Consultancy" refers to the practice of giving do something difficult in a brave and determined
expert advice within a particular field. way ”.
"Constitution" refers to the fundamental Example: Why don't you take the bull by the
principles or established precedents horns and tell him to leave?
according to which a state or other Hence, according to the given options, the
organization is governed. correct meaning of the given idiom is “To deal
"Configuration" refers to the arrangement of with a difficult situation in a very direct or
parts in a particular form, figure, or confident way”.
combination.
So, the incorrectly spelt word is Option C: Q18 Text Solution:
"Conspirasy," which should be "Conspiracy." The word "sluggish" means lacking in energy,
slow, or inactive. In the context of the sentence,
Q15 Text Solution: it describes how heavy outfits affect the
Let us first understand the given options: movement of trekkers by making them slow and
"Sway" means to move or swing gently back less energetic.
and forth. While it can imply a kind of Let us first understand the given options:
movement. "Distorted" means twisted or misshapen.
"Viaduct" refers to a bridge that carries a road "Eye-catching" means attractive or attention-
or railroad over a valley or other low ground. grabbing.
"Thrifty" means being careful and economical "Comfortable" means providing physical ease
with money or resources. and relaxation.
"Vacillate" describes the action of wavering "Active" means full of energy and movement,
between different opinions or actions. which is the opposite of being slow and
So, the correct answer is Option D: "Vacillate." inactive.
In the context of the sentence, if heavy outfits
Q16 Text Solution: make trekkers sluggish, then the opposite would
Let us first understand the given options: be that light outfits keep trekkers active and
"Optimist" An optimist has a positive outlook energetic.
and tends to see the brighter side of things. So, the correct answer is Option A: "Active."
"Activist" refers to a person who is actively
engaged in campaigning for social or political Q19 Text Solution:
change. In the sentence, the use of "neither" indicates a
"Racist" refers to someone who believes in the negative correlation between the two actions
superiority of a particular race and mentioned: selling the house and rebuilding it.
discriminates against others based on their To maintain the proper parallel structure and
race. logic, the coordinating conjunction "nor"
"Pessimist" describes a person who looks at should be used.
the negative side of everything. It aligns with The use of "or" is not appropriate in this
the context of the given group of words "One context, as it doesn't properly convey the
who looks at the negative side of everything." negative correlation between the actions.

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Instead, "nor" should be used to ensure that Example: After much brainstorming, they
the sentence correctly presents the family's finally found a solution to the complex
lack of interest in both actions. coding issue.
The correct sentence using "nor" is: "The family is Aspect (noun): A particular part or feature of
neither interested in selling the house nor something, especially one that can be
rebuilding it." This construction clearly conveys considered separately.
that the family is not interested in either selling Example: The historical aspect of the novel
the house or rebuilding it. provided insight into the time period in
Therefore, the most appropriate option to which it was set.
substitute the underlined segment is Option C: Hence, “Challenge” is the most appropriate
"nor rebuilding." option for the given blank contextually as the
statement wants to convey that the demanding
Q20 Text Solution: task of climate change is one of the most
The word "temerity" refers to excessive pressing issues facing the world today.
confidence or boldness, especially when it's
Q22. Text Solution:
considered to be rude or disrespectful.
The given blank needs to be filled with a “Noun”
In the context of the sentence, it suggests that
Let us first understand the given options:
the person was audacious or daring to call
Benefits (noun): Advantages, rewards, or
her teacher a liar.
positive outcomes gained from a situation or
A synonym for "temerity" that closely matches
action.
this meaning is "impudence," which refers to a
Example: Regular exercise brings
lack of respect or rudeness in behaviour or
numerous health benefits, including
speech.
increased energy and reduced stress.
So, the correct synonym for "temerity" is
Advancements (noun): Improvements or
"impudence," making Option A the most
progress in technology, knowledge, or
appropriate choice.
methods.
Example: Recent advancements in medical
Q21. Text Solution:
research have led to more effective
The given blank needs to be filled with a “Noun”
treatments for various diseases.
Let us first understand the given options:
Consequences (noun): Results or outcomes,
Advantage (noun): A favourable or beneficial
often as a result of a particular action or
circumstance or position; a positive factor.
event.
Example: One of the advantages of living
Example: The consequences of poor
in the city is having access to various
financial planning can lead to long-term
cultural events and entertainment options.
debt and financial stress.
Challenge (noun): A demanding task or
Improvements (noun): Enhancements or
situation that requires effort, skill, or
modifications made to something to make it
determination to overcome.
better or more effective.
Example: Completing a marathon was a
Example: The company implemented
personal challenge she had been training
various improvements to its customer
for months.
service to enhance customer satisfaction.
Solution (noun): A method, answer, or remedy
Hence, “Consequences” is the most appropriate
to resolve a problem or difficulty.
option for the given blank contextually as the
statement wants to convey that rising

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temperatures, extreme weather events and Reversing (verb): Changing the direction,
melting ice caps are just a few of the results of a course, or position of something to the
changing climate. opposite.

Q23. Text Solution: Example: She skillfully reversed the car out
of the tight parking spot.
The given blank needs to be filled with a “Noun”
Let us first understand the given options: Occurred (verb): Happened or took place;
came into existence.
Fiction (noun): Imaginary or made-up stories,
often involving characters and events that are Example: The accident occurred on the

not real. highway during rush hour.

Example: She enjoys reading fiction novels Stabilising (verb): Making something more

as a way to escape into different worlds stable or steady; preventing further

and experiences. fluctuations.

Example: The new medication played a
Myth (noun): A traditional story or belief, often
crucial role in stabilizing his blood
explaining natural phenomena or cultural
pressure.
traditions.
Hence, “Occurred” is the most appropriate
Example: The ancient Greek myth of
option for the given blank contextually as the
Pandora's box warns about the dangers of
statement wants to convey that combat climate
curiosity.
change includes not only reducing emissions but
Reality (noun): The state of being real or
also adapting to the changes that have already
existing; actual existence.
happened or taken place.
Example: The reality of the situation is that
we have limited time to complete the Q25. Text Solution:
project. The given blank needs to be filled with an
Deception (noun): The act of misleading or “adjective”
tricking someone through dishonesty or false Let us first understand the given options:
appearances. Joint (adjective): Shared or done by two or
Example: The magician's trick relied on more people or entities together.
clever deception to make the audience Example: They entered into a joint venture
believe the impossible had occurred. to develop a new software application.
Hence, “Reality” is the most appropriate option Individual (adjective/noun): Single, separate,
for the given blank contextually as the statement distinct; a single person or distinct entity.
wants to convey that some people are still Example: Each individual has unique
sceptical of the actual existence of climate strengths and weaknesses.
change or believe that it's a natural occurrence Solitary (adjective): Alone, isolated, or without
that humans can't do much about. companionship.
Q24. Text Solution: Example: He enjoyed taking solitary walks

The given blank needs to be filled with a “past in the woods to clear his mind.

participle” Separate (adjective/verb): Distinct, not

Let us first understand the given options: connected; to set apart or divide.

Ceasing (verb): Stopping or coming to an Example: The project required the team to

end. work on separate components before

Example: The heavy rain finally ceased integrating them.

after hours of continuous downpour.

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Hence, “Joint” is the most appropriate option for ∴ Total work completed in 2 days = (2+3)=5
the given blank contextually as the statement units
wants to convey that ultimately, addressing 5 units → 2 days

climate change will require a shared effort from 45 units →

2×45
= 18 days
5

individuals, governments and businesses So, 75% work will be completed in 18 days
around the world. Hence, the correct answer is (D).

Q26 Text Solution: Q29 Text Solution:

Given,
A and B can do a project in 9 days. B and C

can do it in 12 days while C and A can do it in

18 days.
LCM of 9,12,18 = 36
Let, the total work be 36 units
36
Efficiency of (A+B) = 9
= 4 units/day
36
Efficiency of (B+C) = = 3 units/day
According to question, 12
36
Efficiency of (C+A) = = 2 units/day
PQ = 20 cm 18
9
Efficiency of (A+B+C) = = 4.5 units/day
OQ = 25 cm 2

A, B and C all working together, can finish the

△ OPQ is right angle triangle 36
2 2 2
project = 4.5
= 8 days
⇒ OQ = OP + PQ

2 2 2
Hence, the correct answer is (B).
⇒ 25 = OP + 20
2
⇒ OP = 625 − 400
2
Q30 Text Solution:
⇒ OP = 225
∴ OP = 15 cm
Hence, the correct answer is (C).

Q27 Text Solution:

8 + (−9 −3) − (−12 − 5)
= 8 −12 + 17
= 13
Hence, the correct answer is (B).
Given, ∠APB = 24°
∵ ∠ APB + ∠AOB = 180°
Q28 Text Solution:
⇒ 24° + ∠AOB = 180°
Given that,
⇒ ∠ AOB = 180°- 24°
Supraja and Kausalya can complete a work in
∴ ∠AOB = 156°
30 days and 20 days, respectively.
Hence, the correct answer is (C).
LCM of 30 , 20 = 60
Let the total work be 60 units
60
Q31 Text Solution:
Efficiency of Supraja = = 2 units/day
30 Given,
60
Efficiency of Kausalya = = 3 units/day
20 A and B working together can finish a piece of
75% of total work = 75% of 60 = 45 units
work in 8 days while B alone can do it in 24
If Supraja starts the work and they work on
days.
alternate days.
LCM of 8,24 = 24

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Let, the total work be 24 units. According to question,
Total work = Efficiency×time taken ⇒ 1 = x×(
100+r
) × (
100−r
)
100 100
24
Effciency of A and B = = 3 units/day 10000

24
8 ∴ x = 10000−r
2

Efficiency of B = = 1 unit/day
24
Hence, the correct answer is (A).
Efficiency of A = (3 - 1) = 2 units/day
24
So, A alone can finish the work = = 12 days
2 Q35 Text Solution:
Hence, the correct answer is (C).

Q32 Text Solution:

Given,
A person invests ₹9, 840 at 5% per annum
simple interest to obtain a total amount of
₹12, 300.
We know that,
Amount = Principal + Simple Interest
⇒ 12,300 = 9,840 + Simple Interest The ratio of sales of Product A to Product E
∴ Simple Interest = 2,460 ₹ = 20 : 40

Now, = 1 : 2

P RT
Hence, the correct answer is (A).
Simple Interest = 100
9840×5×T
⇒ 2460 = 100
Q36 Text Solution:
∴ T = 5 years
Given that,
Hence, the correct answer is (A).
The cost of 50 dozens of bananas is 2, 400 and
the transport cost per banana is 0.25 . The
Q33 Text Solution:
selling price is 10 for a pair of bananas.
Given that,
Total cost price of 50 dozens of bananas = 2400
P gives Q a head-start of 2 seconds in a 400m
+ 12×50×0.25
race, but both finish the race at the same time.
= 2400 + 150
Speed of Q = 2 m/s
= 2,550
Let, the speed of P be x m/s.
Selling price of 50 dozens of bananas = 5×12×
distance covered by Q in 2 sec. = 4 m
50
As per the question,
= 3,000
Time taken By P = Time taken by Q 3,000−2,550
400 396 ∴ Profit % = 2,550
× 100%
⇒ =
x 2

2.02 m/s = 17.6%

∴ x =
400 Hence, the correct answer is (B).
So, time taken by P to finish the race = 2.02

= 198.01 ≈ 198 seconds

Q37 Text Solution:
Hence, the correct answer is (A).
Given that,
The three sides of a triangle are 12,17 and x
units.
Q34 Text Solution:
We know that, the sum of two sides of triangle is
Given,
greater then the third side and the diffrence of
The price of an article is increased by r% . The
two side is less then the third side of triangle.
new price was decreased by r% later.
Therefore,
Let, the orignal price of an article was x.

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⇒ 17 − 12 < x < 12 + 17 Now,
∴ 5 < x < 29 a + b + c = 7
Hence, the correct answer is (A).
Squaring both sides,
2 2 2
a + b + c + 2 (ab + bc + ca) = 49
Q38 Text Solution: 2 2 2
a + b + c + 2 × 11 = 49
2 2 2
a + b + c = 49 − 22
2 2 2
a + b + c = 27

W e K now that,

3 3 3
a + b + c − 3abc =
2 2 2
(a + b + c) {a + b + c − (ab + bc + ca) }

3 3 3
⇒ a + b + c − 3 × (−1) = 7

× (27 − 11)

3 3 3
⇒ a + b + c = 112 − 3
3 3 3
∴ a + b + c = 109

Hence, the correct answer is (C).

According to question,
⇒ K% of 800 = 400 Q41 Text Solution:
400
⇒ K= 800
× 100 For maximum value : sin2m θ + cos
2n
θ =1
∴ K= 50 Where, 2m and 2n are always even.
Hence, the correct answer is (D). The maximum value of sin
12
θ + cos
20
θ is 1
Hence, the correct answer is (C).
Q39 Text Solution:
Given that, Q42 Text Solution:
A thief is noticed by a policeman from a distance 2
tan
2
60
∘
+ 3 cos
2
30
∘
− 2sec 30
2 ∘
−
3
of 200m . The thief starts running as soon as he 3 2 ∘
cot 60
is noticed, and the policeman chases him 4

2 3 4 3 1
= × 3 + 3 × − 2 × − ×
simultaneously. The thief and the policeman run 3 4 3 4 3

9 8 1
at the speeds of 10km/h and 11km/h , = 2 + − −
4 3 4

respectively. 24 + 27 − 32 − 3
=
12
So, relative speed of thief and police man = 11 - 4
=
10 = 1 km/h 3

= 1. 33
The distance between them in 60 minutes =
1000 m
Hence, the correct answer is (C).
The distance between them in 6 minutes = 100
m
Q43 Text Solution:
∴ The distance between them in after 6 minutes
Given that.
= 200 -100 = 100 m
The square of 72 is equal to the product of 216
Hence, the correct answer is (B).
and a number.
Let, the number be x .
Q40 Text Solution:
As per the question,
Given that, 2
72 = 276 × x
a + b + c = 7 , ab + bc + ca = 11
72×72
⇒ x=
and abc = − 1 216

∴ x = 24

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Hence, the correct answer is (C). Discount % = 30%
Selling price = 70% of 92000 = 64,400
Q44 Text Solution: Profit = 64400 - 27600 = 36,800
Let, total work done=LCM(24,30,40) = 120 units Required percentage =
23,920
× 100% = 65%
36,800

Efficiency of P+ Q = 5 units/day Hence, the correct answer is (B).

Efficiency of R+ Q = 4 units/day
Efficiency of P+ R = 3 units/day Q47 Text Solution:
Efficiency of (P+ Q +R) = 6 units/day 1
(x − ) = 2 ⋯ (1)
x
Efficiency of P = 2 units/day
2 – 2
Efficiency of Q = 3 units/day (x −
1
) = (2√2 )
x

Efficiency of R = 1 units/day 2 1
x + − 2 = 8
2
x
According to question,
2 1
Efficiency of X = 8 units/day x + = 10 ⋯ (2)
2
x
3
Efficiency of Y = 2
units/day 1
2
2 1
(x + ) = x + + 2
x 2
5 x
Efficiency of Z = 2
units/day
2
1
24 (x + ) = 10 + 2 = 12
Efficiency of (X+Y+Z) = 2
= 12 units/day x

120 −− −
−
Then, (X+Y+Z) complete the work =
12
= 10 (x +
1
) = √12 = 2√3 ⋯ (3)
x

days
Multiplying equations (1) and (3) we get,
Hence, the correct answer is (D). 2 1 – – –
x − = 2√3 × 2√2 = 4√6
2
x

3
– 3
Q45 Text Solution: (x
2
−
1
2
) = (4√6 )
x

325 + 276
6 1 2 1 –
x − + 3 (x − ) = 64 × 6 × √6
÷ [150 − {9 × 9 + (83 − 4 × 15)}] x
6
x
2

6 1 – – –
= 325 + 276 ÷ [150 − {81 + 23}] x − = 384√6 − 12√6 = 372√6
6
x
= 325 + 276 ÷ 46
Hence, the correct answer is (A).
= 325 + 6

= 331
Q48 Text Solution:
Hence, Option D is correct.
2
(2y + ) = 7
y

Q46 Text Solution: 2

1 2
⇒ [2 (y + )] = (7)
Given that, y

A retailer announces a discount of 30% for 2 1

⇒ 4 (y + + 2) = 49
2
y
selling an air-conditioner marked at ₹92, 000.
2 1 49
The cost price of the air-conditioner is 70% ⇒ y + = − 2
2
y 4

below the marked price. He offers a further ∴

2
+
1
=
41
y 2
y 4
discount of 20% if the buyer presents his
Hence, the correct answer is (A).
membership card of the retailer's store.
Cost price of air-conditioner = 30% of 92000 =
Q49 Text Solution:
27,600
Given,
If buyer uses membership card,
Slant height of cone (l ) = 10 cm
30×20
Over all discount % = (30 + 20 − )= 44
100 Radius of cone (r) = 6 cm
Selling price = 56% of 92000 = 51520
Total surface area of cone = πr (l + r)
Profit = 51520 -27600 = 23,920
= 3. 14 × 6 × (10 + 6) = 3. 14 × 96 = 301
If buyer does not use membership card. 2
. 44 cm

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Hence, the correct answer is (D). Some wealthy are Indians.
All Indians are honest.
Q50 Text Solution:
sin (−405°)

= −sin(405°)

= − sin (360° + 45°)

= − sin 45°
1
= −
√2

Hence, the correct answer is (D). Conclusions:

I. All Indians are cricketers - False because all
Q51 Text Solution: Indians are honest not cricketers.
Here, we have to find a sixth number that is II. Some cricketers are honest - False because
related to the fifth term in the same way as the all cricketers are wealthy and some wealthy are
second term is related to the first term and the Indians.
fourth term is related to the third term. Therefore, Neither conclusion I nor II follows.
32:8:: 72: 12:: 128:? Hence, Neither conclusion I nor II is the correct
GIven series answer.
32:8:: 72: 12:: 128:?
32:8 Q53 Text Solution:
32 ÷ 4 = 8 Here we have to find the value of the given
similarly, expression if '+' means 'subtraction', ' - ' means
72: 12 'multiplication', '÷' means 'addition', and ' x'
72 ÷6 = 12 means 'division'.
similarly, 23−31+135×15÷16
128:? Given that
128 ÷8= 16 '+' means 'subtraction'
therefore, 16 is the sixth number. ' - ' means 'multiplication'
Hence,16 is the correct answer. '÷' means 'addition',
'x' means 'division'.
Q52 Text Solution: Given expression
Here, we have to conclude which conclusion is 23−31+135×15÷16
true according to the given statement. 23×31-135÷15+16
Statements: 23×31-9+16
All cricketers are wealthy. 713 - 9+16
Some wealthy are Indians. 729 - 9
All Indians are honest. 720
Conclusions: Hence, 720 is the correct answer.
I. All Indians are cricketers.
II. Some cricketers are honest. Q54 Text Solution:
Given that Here, we have to find how M is related to Z. if
Statements: P,M,Z,A and L are part of a five-member family
All cricketers are wealthy.

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and all except L are females. Z and L are in a
marital relationship P,M and A are their children.
According to question,
All except L are females. Z and L are in a marital
relationship, and P, M, and A are their
children.Since M is one of the children of Z and
L, and we know that all the children except L are
females, M is Z's daughter.
From family chart, the embedded figure here.

We can see,M is Z's daughter. Hence, is the correct answer.

Hence, daughter is the correct answer.
Q57 Text Solution:
Q55 Text Solution: Here, we have been given a word with its code
Here, we have to find the missing number in the with a logic and we have to find another word
given series. code using the same logic.
5475,1100,225,50, ?, 8,6.6
Given that BACKED : GHNFDE
5475,1100,225,50, ?, 8,6.6
÷5 ÷5 ÷5 ÷5 ÷5 ÷5
5475 → 1100 → 225 → 50 → 15 → 8 → 6
+5 +5 +5 +5 +5 +5

.6

Hence, 15 is the correct answer.

Q56 Text Solution:

Here, we have to find a figure which is
embedded in the given figure.
CLOSER : UHVROF

Similarly,

In the given figure we see the

JUNIOR : ?

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After putting mathematical signs to sequentially
replace the * signs the new equation becomes
16 × 31 + 18 ÷ 2 − 11 = 494
496 + 9 - 11 = 494
505 - 11 = 494
494 = 494
L.H.S = R.H.S
Here we can see equation is satisfied.
Hence,URLQXM is the correct answer.
Hence, ×,+,÷,−,= is the correct answer.

Q58 Text Solution:

Q60 Text Solution:
Here, we have to find the number which will
Given figure series is:
replace the question marks in the given pattern.
(4,2,18)
(1,7,24)
(5,4,?)
Logic used
Third number = (first number + second number) × 3 Logic:-
Given that
(4,2,18)
(1,7,24)
(5,4,?)
(4,2,18)
Third number = (First number + second number) ×3 Moving order of S = 1, 4, 3, 2, 1
Third number = (4+2) ×3 Moving order of X = 2, 3, 2, 3, 2
Third number = 6 × 3 Moving order of Δ = 3, 2, 1, 4, 3
Third number = 18 Moving order of T = 4, 12, 11, 10, 9
Similarly, Moving order of 8 = 5, 7, 6, 8, 5
(1,7,24) Moving order of □ = 6, 8, 5, 7, 6
Third number = (First number + second number) × 3 Moving order of 2 = 7, 5, 8, 6, 7
Third number = (1 + 7) ×3 Moving order of Z = 8, 6, 7, 5, 8
Third number = 8 ×3 Moving order of Star = 9, 1, 4, 12, 11
Third number = 24 Moving order of B = 10, 11, 10, 11, 10
(5,4,?) Moving order of L = 11, 10, 9, 1, 4
Third number = (First number + second number)× 3
Moving order of ○ = 12, 9, 12, 9, 12
Third number = (5 + 4)× 3
So, the next figure is:-
Third number = (9) ×3
Third number = 27
Therefore, 27 is the number that will replace the question marks in the given series.
Hence, 27 is the correct answer.

Q59 Text Solution:

Given equation is 16 * 31 * 18 * 2 * 11 * 494
From option (D)

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Here, we have to select the option that
represents the correct order of the given words
as they would appear according to the English
dictionary.
Given that
Hence, is the correct answer.
1. Penguins
2. Pendants
Q61 Text Solution:
3. Penthouse
Here, we have to find the number which will
4. Pendulum
replace the question marks in the given
5. Pentagon
series.
6. Penalize
17,24,38,59,87, ?
After arranging it would appear according to
Logic Used
the English dictionary.
The difference between a number follows a
multiple of 7. 6. Penalize

Given that
2. Pendants

17,24,38,59,87?
4. Pendulum
+7 +14 21 28 35 1. Penguins
17 → 24 −→ 38 → 59 → 87 → 122
5. Pentagon
Therefore, 122 will replace the question marks in
3. Penthouse
the given series.
Each word is listed in alphabetical order in
Hence, 122 is the correct answer.
dictionaries.
The letters are also arranged alphabetically
Q62 Text Solution:
within each word.
Here, we have to find the correct mirror image
The word's dictionary arrangement in this
of the given figure when the mirror is placed
instance is Penalize, Pendants, Pendulum,
at the right side of the figure.
Penguins, Pentagon,Penthouse
i.e. 6,2,4,1,5,3.
Hence, 6,2,4,1,5,3 is the correct answer.

Q64 Text Solution:

A correct mirror image of the given figure is Here, we have that number that is related to the
fifth number in the same way as the second
number is related to the first number and the
fourth number is related to the third number.
192:24::48:12::432:?
. Logic used
First number = (second number)2÷3
Given that,
192:24::48:12::432:?
192:24
Hence, is the correct answer.
First number = (second number)2÷3
192= (second number)2÷3
Q63 Text Solution:
192 ×3 = (second number)2

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576 = (second number)2 −2
R(18) → 16
Second number = 24
Similarly,
−2
C (3) → 1
48:12

First number = (second number)2÷3 −2

Q(17) → 15
48 = (second number)2÷3
48 ×3 = (second number)2÷3 −2

144 = (second number)2 F (6) → 4

Second numberer = 12
−2

Similarly, M (13) → 11

432:?
Similarly,
First number = (second number)2 ÷3
OVHPI is written as
432 = (second number)2 ÷3 −2

432 ×3 = (second number)2 O(15) → 13

1296 = (second number)2

−2

Second number = 36 V (22) → 20

Hence, 36 is the correct answer.

−2
H (8) → 6

Q65 Text Solution:

−2
Here, we have to code OVHPI in the same P (16) → 14

way DGOUT is written as 25131918 and

−2
RCQFM is written as 16115411. I (9) → 7

Logic
Subtract 2 in the place value of the Therefore, OVHPI is written as 13206147.

alphabet. Hence,13206147 is the correct answer.

Alphabets and their place value

Q66 Text Solution:
A = 1, B = 2 , C = 3 ,D = 4 , E = 5 , F = 6 , G = 7 ,
Here, we have to find a mirror image of the given
H = 8 , I = 9 , J = 10, K = 11 , L = 12, M = 13 , N=14 , O
figure.
= 15 , P = 16 , Q =17 , R =18 , S =19 ,T =20 , U = 21
Given Figure
, V =22 , W = 23 , X =24 , Y = 25 , Z = 26
DGOUT is written as 25131918
−2
D(4) → 2

−2
G(7) → 5

−2
O(15) → 13 If a mirror placed in front of the given then the
image formed is
−2
U (21) → 19

−2
T (20) → 18

Similarly,
RCQFM is written as 16115411 .

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Hence, is the correct answer.

Q67 Text Solution:

Here, we have to find the word that is related to
the third word in the same way as the second
word is related to the first word.
School: Principal:: Prison:?
Given that,
Therefore, Z is the son of E′s brother.
School: Principal:: Prison:?
Hence, Z is the son of E′s brother is the correct
School: Principal
answer.
A school is related to the principal in the context
of an educational institution and principal is
Q69 Text Solution:
typically the administrative leader of a school,
Here, we have to find that letter cluster that
responsible for overseeing its day-to-day
will replace the question marks in the given
operations.
series.
Prison:?
DMHR, AJEO, XGBL, ?, RAVF
A prison is related to a jailor within the context of
Logic used
the criminal justice system and a jailor is an
The difference between letters is -3.
individual who holds the position of overseeing
Alphabets and their place value
and managing a jail.
A = 1, B = 2 , C = 3 ,D = 4 , E = 5 , F = 6 , G =
Therefore, a prison is related to a jailor.
7 , H = 8 , I = 9 , J = 10, K = 11 , L = 12, M = 13
Hence, jailor is the correct answer.
, N=14 , O = 15 , P = 16, Q =17 , R =18 ,
S =19 ,T =20 , U = 21 , V =22 , W = 23 , X =24 ,
Q68 Text Solution:
Y = 25 , Z = 26
Here, we have to select the correct option
Given that,
according to the given expressions.
DMHR, AJEO, XGBL, ?, RAVF
S&Z$F%B%E@G
GIven that

1. 'B % D' means 'B is the brother of D'.

2. 'B & D' means 'B is the mother of D'.
3. 'B × D' means 'B is the husband of D'.
4. 'B # D' means 'B is the sister of D'.
5. 'B $ D' means 'B is the son of D'.
6. 'B @ D' means 'B is the father of D'.

Given Expression
S&Z$F%B%E@G
According to that

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−3 −3 −3
D(4) → A(1) → X(24) → U (21)

−3
→ R(18)

−3 −3 −3
M (13) → J (10) → G(7) → D(4)

.
−3
→ A(1)

−3 −3 −3
H (8) → E(5) → B(2) → Y (25)

−3
→ V (22) Hence, is the correct answer.

−3 −3
R(18) → O(15) → L(12) → I (9)
−3
Q71 Text Solution:
Here, we have to find a relation with a void in the
−3
same way 'Blank' is related to 'Empty'.
→ F (6)
'Blank' is related to 'Empty'
Therefore, UDYI will replace the question marks 'Blank' is related to 'Empty' because both words
in the given series. are used to describe the absence or lack of
Hence, UDYI is the correct answer. something.
Similarly,
Q70 Text Solution: Void is related to vacuum because both are
Here, we have to select the embedded in the related terms that both refer to the concept of
given figure, if rotation is not allowed. emptiness or the absence of something.
Therefore, Void is related to vacuum.
Hence, vacuum is the correct answer.

Q72 Text Solution:

Here, we have to find the 5th position that
Given figure would continue the series that is established
by the first four figures.

Given that

Here, we can see that embedded in the given

figure

According to the first - four alphabets X moves in

a clockwise direction.
Therefore, 5th position of the figure is

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Here, everyone follows a pattern except 3:17.
Hence, 3: 17 is the correct answer.

. Q75 Text Solution:

Here, we have to write LORD in a certain code
language DEAF is written as 4516 and KILL is
written as 1191212.
Hence, is the correct answer. Logic Used
Use alphabet positional value.
Q73 Text Solution: Alphabets and their positional value
Here, we have to complete the given letter A = 1, B = 2 , C = 3 ,D = 4 , E = 5 , F = 6 , G = 7 ,
series. H = 8 , I = 9 , J = 10, K = 11 , L = 12, M = 13 , N=14 , O
_ _SRDAT_ _DA_SR_ _TS _ D = 15 , P = 16 , Q =17 , R =18 , S =19 ,T =20 , U = 21 , V
Given letter series =22 , W = 23 , X =24 , Y = 25 , Z = 26
_ _SRDAT_ _DA_SR_ _TS _ D Therefore, LORD will be written as
In this letter series pattern of ATSRD follows. L - 12
ATSRD/ATSRD/ATSRD/ ATSRD O - 15
Therefore, ATSRTDAR will complete the given R - 18
series. D-4
Hence, ATSRTDAR is the correct answer. Hence, 1215184 is the correct answer.

Q74 Text Solution:

Here, we have to find an odd-number pair if a Q76 Text Solution:
second number in the given number pairs is Polytrichum liverworts are the type of
obtained by performing certain mathematical liverworts that form umbrella-shaped
operation(s) on the first number. structures, known as "perichaetia," which raise
Logic used the gametangia (reproductive organs) above
Second number = (First number )2 + 2 the main gametophyte body.
19 : 363 Sporophytes, which are the diploid, spore-
Second number = (19 )2 + 2 producing structures, develop below these
Second number = 361 + 2 perichaetia.
Second number = 363 This distinct feature of Polytrichum liverworts
13 : 171 contributes to their unique reproductive
Second number = (13 )2 + 2 strategy. Here's a breakdown of the
Second number = 169 + 2 characteristics.
Second number = 171 Perichaetia: These umbrella-like structures
3 : 17 elevate the archegonia (female reproductive
Second number = (3 )2 + 2 organs) and antheridia (male reproductive
Second number = 9 + 2 organs) above the gametophyte surface,
Second number = 11 aiding in the dispersal of gametes.
7 : 51 Hence, the correct answer is ‘Polytrichum’.
Second number = (7 )2 + 2
Second number = 49 + 2 Q77 Text Solution:
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India's first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, Three times, in 1983 for Sanam Teri Kasam,
gave the First Five-Year Plan to the Parliament 1984 for Masoom, and 1995 for 1942: A Love
on July 9, 1951. Story, he was the Best Music Director winner
Between 1966 and 1969, there were three of the Filmfare Award.
annual plans. This time frame was also known Indian tabla player Zakir Hussain received the
as "plan holiday." Padma Sri in 1998, Padma Bhushan in 2022,
Later, it was determined that the terrible and Padma Vibhushan in 2023 from the
drought, inflation, and the Indo-Pakistan war Indian government.
were Plan Holidays' primary causes. Indian singer-composer Jagjit Singh is
The administration announced a devaluation credited with bringing back the popularity of
of the rupee in an effort to boost exports in the the ghazal.
nation. AR Rahman is an Indian music composer who
Hence, the correct answer is ‘1966-1969’. collaborates with 20th Century Fox Studios in
Hollywood and writes music in a variety of
Q78 Text Solution: languages, including Tamil, Hindi, and Telugu.
To examine India's constitutional reforms, a Hence, the correct answer is ‘Rahul Dev
series of conferences known as the Round Barman’.
Table Conference were convened from
November 1930 to December 1932. Q80 Text Solution:
The British government planned it. The first female Indian sailor to make it to the
Between September and December of 1931, Olympics is Nethra Kumanan.
the Second Round Table Conference took The first of the 10 Indian sailors, men
place. included, to have done it directly and by
At the Second Round Table Conference, winning a competition that counts toward
Mahatma Gandhi represented Congress. qualification for the 2020 Summer Olympics in
Sarojini Naidu and Mahatma Gandhi both Tokyo.
attended the meeting. Only because the quotas were not filled did
She joined the national struggle and was a the nine Indians who came before her make it
devotee of Mahatma Gandhi. to the Games.
Hence, the correct answer is ‘Mahatma Gandhi’. Nethra Kumanan won the bronze medal
earlier in the Hempel Sailing World Cup Series
Q79 Text Solution: in Miami, USA, making history as the first
Rahul Dev Burman, also known as RD Indian woman to do so.
Burman or RD, is an Indian music composer Hence, the correct answer is ‘Nethra Kumanan’.
best known by the stage name Pamcham Da.
He began writing music for Hindi movies in Q81 Text Solution:
the 1960s.With his wife Asha Bhosle and his From January 31 to February 14, 2015, Kerala
sister-in-law Lata Mangeshkar, he co-wrote hosted the 35th edition of the National Games
more than 300 songs, earning him the title of of India in seven different districts. This game
"King of Bollywood Music." was held in Kerala for the second time.
He assisted in the composition of the scores On January 31, 2015, the opening ceremony
for the films Kaagaz Ke Phool in 1959, Tere took place at Greenfield Stadium. Shri
Ghar Ke Samne in 1963, and Teesri Manzil in Venkaiah Naidu, a former Union Minister for
1966 as music director.

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Urban Development, started off the Q83 Text Solution:
inauguration ceremony. Bangladesh is a riverine country with a dense
Former cricketer Sachin Tendulkar was network of rivers and tributaries. The total
selected to serve as the Games' goodwill number of rivers including tributaries in
ambassador. Bangladesh is estimated to be about 700.
The National Games of India feature a number However, this number can vary depending on
of sports in which athletes from different the definition of a river and the inclusion of
Indian states compete against one another. ephemeral streams and channels.
In 1985, New Delhi played host to the first The major rivers of Bangladesh include the
National Olympic Games of the Modern Era. Brahmaputra, Padma, Meghna, and Surma.
Kerala (1987), Pune (1994), Bangalore These rivers and their tributaries play a vital
(1997), Manipur (1999), Ludhiana (2001), role in the country's economy and
Hyderabad (2002), Guwahati (2007), and environment.
Ranchi (2011) all served as hosts for the Hence, the correct answer is “About 700”.
games.
Hence, the correct answer is ‘Kerala’. Q84 Text Solution:
Kalasam is a dance sequence in the classical
Q82 Text Solution: Indian dance form of Kathakali.
The Ubharte Sitaare Fund is an alternative It is a pure dance sequence, meaning that it
investment fund (AIF) launched in August does not tell a story or convey any specific
2021 by Exim Bank and SIDBI to support emotions. Instead, it is a showcase of the
export-oriented small and medium-sized dancer's technical skills and artistry.
enterprises (MSMEs). Kathakali is a classical Indian dance-drama
The fund provides a mix of financial and form that originated in the state of Kerala in
advisory services to MSMEs with the potential southern India.
to become global champions. Kathak is one of the eight major forms of
SIDBI, or the Small Industries Development Indian classical dance. It is a classical dance
Bank of India, is a financial institution in India form from Uttar Pradesh.
that primarily focuses on the development Bharatanatyam is one of the classical dance
and financing of the micro, small, and forms of India, particularly prominent in the
medium-sized enterprises (MSME) sector in southern state of Tamil Nadu.
the country. Manipuri is a traditional classical dance form
It was established on April 2, 1990, through that originates from the northeastern Indian
an act of the Indian Parliament. state of Manipur.
SIDBI is headquartered in Lucknow, Uttar Hence, the correct answer is “Kathakali”.
Pradesh.
Export-Import Bank of India (EXIM Bank) is a Q85 Text Solution:
specialized financial institution wholly owned Annie Besant was a prominent theosophist
by the Government of India. It was set up in who believed in the underlying wisdom within
1982. all religions when stripped of their
Hence, the correct answer is “Exim Bank and superstitions.
SIDBI”. Annie Besant joined this organisation in 1889
as she was a firm believer in the Vedas and
the Upanishads.

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The Theosophical Society was established in Q87 Text Solution:
1875 with the goal of advancing theosophy, Meandrina is a genus of stony corals, also
which is derived from the Greek word known as brain corals, that are found in
"theosophia," meaning "God's wisdom." tropical and subtropical oceans.
The Arya Samaj is a Hindu reformist They have a characteristic brain-like
movement founded by Swami Dayananda appearance due to the meandering grooves
Saraswati in 1875. on their surface.
The Paramahansa Mandali, established in Brain corals are colonial animals, meaning
1849 in Bombay, was a secret socio-religious that they are made up of many individual
group with a focus on promoting spiritual and polyps that live together.
moral values, founded by Durgaram Mehtaji, Brain corals are an important part of coral
Dadoba Pandurang, and their associates. reefs and provide habitat for many other
The Prarthana Samaj, a leading society for marine animals.
socio-religious reform was established on 31 Sea anemones are also cnidarians, but they
March 1867 in Bombay by Atmaram are not colonial animals. They have a single
Panduranga. polyp body that is attached to the substrate
Hence, the correct answer is “Theosophical by a pedal disc. Sea anemones are found in a
Society”. variety of habitats, including coral reefs, rocky
shores, and kelp forests.
Q86 Text Solution: Sea-fans are soft corals that have a fan-
The Delhi High Court reserved judgment on a shaped colony structure. They are found in
series of PILs challenging the exception to tropical and subtropical oceans. Sea-fans are
Section 375 of the IPC that exempts marital an important part of coral reefs and provide
rape from the definition of rape. habitat for many other marine animals.
The exception to Section 375 is controversial Medusae are the free-swimming form of
and has been challenged by many activists cnidarians. They have a bell-shaped body
and groups. with tentacles trailing behind. Medusae are
The Delhi High Court's judgment on these found in all oceans and can be found in both
PILs is eagerly awaited, as it could have a coastal and deep-sea waters.
significant impact on the law on marital rape Hence correct answer is 'Brain coral'.
in India.
Marital rape is a crime in many countries Q88 Text Solution:
around the world, but it is not currently a The Chairman of a State Public Service
crime in India. Commission can only be removed by the
The exception to Section 375 is based on the order of the President of India.
assumption that a husband has a right to This is enshrined in Article 317 of the
sexual intercourse with his wife. Constitution of India.
However, many activists and groups argue The President can only remove the Chairman
that marital rape is a form of violence against on the grounds of misbehavior, after an
women and that it should be a crime, inquiry has been conducted by the Supreme
regardless of whether the victim is married to Court of India.
the perpetrator. The Governor of the state has no power to
Hence, the correct answer is 'Marital rape'. remove the Chairman of the State Public
Service Commission.

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The State Public Service Commission is an The Meghalaya plateau, Sahyadri mountains,
independent constitutional body responsible and central and southern Nicobar islands all
for the recruitment of civil servants in the receive high rainfall and have warm
state. temperatures, making them ideal habitats for
The Chairman of the State Public Service moist tropical semi-evergreen vegetation.
Commission is appointed by the Governor of This type of vegetation is characterized by a
the state, but he can only be removed by the variety of trees, shrubs, and climbers.
President of India. Some common trees found in moist tropical
The Chairman of the State Public Service semi-evergreen forests include sal, teak, and
Commission enjoys the same security of rosewood.
tenure as a judge of the High Court. Moist tropical semi-evergreen vegetation is an
Hence, the correct answer is 'President'. important source of timber, medicinal plants,
and other forest products.
Q89 Text Solution: These forests also play an important role in
An indirect tax is a tax that is paid by one regulating the climate and providing habitat
person but is ultimately borne by another for a variety of wildlife.
person. Hence, the correct answer is 'Moist Tropical
The Goods and Service Tax (GST) is an Semi-Evergreen Vegetation'.
indirect tax that is levied on the supply of
goods and services in India. Q91 Text Solution:
The GST is paid by the seller of the goods or The first railway line in India was started from
services, but it is ultimately borne by the Bombay (now Mumbai) to Thane on April 16,
consumer, who pays the GST as part of the 1853.
price of the goods or services. It was a 34-kilometer line that was built by the
The GST is a multi-stage tax, which means Great Indian Peninsula Railway Company. The
that it is levied at every stage of the train was pulled by three locomotives named
production and distribution chain, from the Sahib, Sultan, and Sindh.
manufacturer to the consumer. The train journey from Bombay to Thane took
Other facts related to the same question: about an hour and a half in 1853. Today, the
The GST was introduced in India in 2017. same journey takes about 30 minutes by train.
It is a unified tax that has replaced multiple The first railway line in India was a major
indirect taxes, such as the excise duty, milestone in the country's development. It
service tax, and value-added tax (VAT). helped to connect different parts of the
The GST is levied at a rate of 5%, 12%, 18%, country and boost trade and commerce.
and 28%. The Indian Railways network is now one of the
The GST is a major source of revenue for the largest in the world, with over 68,000
Indian government. kilometers of track. It carries over 23 million
Hence, correct answer is 'indirect tax'. passengers and 3 million tons of freight every
day.
Q90 Text Solution: Hence, the correct answer is 'Bombay to Thane'.
Moist tropical semi-evergreen vegetation is
found in areas with high rainfall (250-300 cm) Q92 Text Solution:
and warm temperatures. Sulphur hexafluoride (SF6) is a synthetic
fluorinated compound with an extremely

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stable molecular structure. the development of the empire's financial
It is the most potent greenhouse gas ever system.
found, with a global warming potential (GWP) Hence, the correct answer is 'Kudirai Chettis'.
that is 23,500 times greater than carbon
dioxide (CO2). This means that one ton of SF6 Q94 Text Solution:
released into the atmosphere has the same Article 22 of the Indian Constitution
warming effect as 23,500 tons of CO2. guarantees the right to be defended by a
SF6 is a colorless, odorless, and non-toxic lawyer to every person who is arrested and
gas. detained.
It is used in a variety of industrial and This right is available to both indigent and
commercial applications, including electrical affluent persons alike.
insulation and arc quenching in high-voltage If an arrested person is denied the right to be
equipment, semiconductor manufacturing, defended by a lawyer, they can file a habeas
magnesium production, and medical imaging corpus petition in the High Court or Supreme
SF6 is a very long-lived gas, with an Court.
atmospheric lifetime of over 3,000 years. This The court will then order the release of the
means that it can remain in the atmosphere person unless the state can justify the
for thousands of years, trapping heat and detention.
contributing to climate change. Article 23 prohibits traffic in human beings
Hence, the correct answer is ‘Sulphur and forced labor. It also prohibits any form of
hexafluoride'. begar, which is unpaid labor forced upon a
person.
Q93 Text Solution: Article 25 guarantees the right to freedom of
The Kudirai Chettis were the local religion to all citizens of India. It also
communities of merchants in the Vijayanagara guarantees the right to manage one's own
empire. religious affairs and to establish and maintain
They were a powerful and influential group, religious institutions.
and they played a major role in the empire's Article 24 prohibits the employment of
economy. children below the age of fourteen years in
The Kudirai Chettis were responsible for trade any factory or mine or in any other hazardous
and commerce, and they also provided employment.
financial support to the empire. Hence, the correct answer is option 'Article 22'.
The Kudirai Chettis were a sub-caste of the
Vaisyas, one of the four main varnas in Hindu Q95 Text Solution:
society. The Arthashastra is an ancient Indian treatise
They were mainly involved in the trade of on statecraft, economic policy, and military
horses, but they also traded in other goods strategy.
such as textiles, spices, and precious metals. It is attributed to Vishnu Gupta, also known as
The Kudirai Chettis had a well-developed Kautilya, who was a scholar and advisor to
network of trading routes that connected the the Mauryan emperor Chandragupta Maurya.
Vijayanagara empire with other parts of India The Arthashastra is considered to be one of
and the world. the most important works on economics and
They were also involved in banking and statecraft ever written.
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It covers a wide range of topics, including the enthusiasm and patriotism throughout the
duties of the king, the administration of the country.
state, economics and taxation, law and order, On this day, Indians pay their respects to the
and military strategy. freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives for
The Arthashastra has had a profound the country's independence.
influence on Indian thought and culture. India's independence was the result of a long
It is still studied today by scholars and and arduous struggle by the Indian people.
policymakers. Many freedom fighters, including Mahatma
Hence, the correct answer is 'Vishnu Gupta'. Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, and Subhas
Chandra Bose, played a key role in the
Q96 Text Solution: independence movement.
Blossom showers are pre-monsoon showers India's independence is a landmark event in
that occur in Karnataka during the months of world history and is celebrated by people all
February and March. over the world.
These showers are essential for triggering the Hence, the correct answer is '76th'.
flowering of coffee plants.
The showers provide the plants with the Q98 Text Solution:
moisture they need to produce flowers. The Ghaghara is a major tributary of the
Coffee flowers are typically white and have a Ganges River.
sweet fragrance. It originates in the Himalayas of Nepal and
Nor'westers are pre-monsoon thunderstorms flows through the states of Uttar Pradesh and
that occur in eastern India and Bangladesh Bihar in India.
during the months of March and April. They The Tila, Seti, and Beri rivers are all tributaries
are not associated with coffee flowering in of the Ghaghara River.
Karnataka. The Ghaghara River joins the Ganges River at
Loo is a hot, dry wind that blows in North Chhapra in Bihar, India.
India during the summer months. It is not The Ghaghara River is one of the longest
associated with coffee flowering in Karnataka. rivers in India, with a total length of 1,080
Mango showers are pre-monsoon showers kilometers.
that occur in Kerala and parts of Tamil Nadu The river is an important source of water for
during the months of March and April. They irrigation and drinking.
are not associated with coffee flowering in The Ghaghara River Basin is also home to a
Karnataka. variety of wildlife, including tigers, leopards,
Hence, the correct answer is 'Blossom and elephants.
shower'. Hence, correct answer is 'Ghaghara'.

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India gained independence from British rule The 36th National Games were organized by
on August 15, 1947. Gujarat from September 29 to October 12,
This means that India celebrated its 76th 2022.
Independence Day on August 15, 2022. The Games were held across six cities in
India's Independence Day is a national Gujarat: Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Surat,
holiday that is celebrated with great Vadodara, Rajkot, and Bhavnagar.

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A total of 7,000 athletes from 28 Indian states, for spreading the Kuchipudi dance around
eight union territories and services, and the the world.
sports team of the Indian Armed Forces Aparna's performances are well-liked in India
competed in 36 different sports. and numerous other nations.
Gujarat hosted the National Games for the Senior disciple Aparna Satheesan of Guru
first time in 2022. Smt. Vyjayanthi Kashi has made significant
The National Games are a multi-sport event contributions to both Bharatanatyam and
held every four years in India. Kuchipudi.
The Games are organized by the Indian Karothi Venkata Satyanarayana is an Indian
Olympic Association (IOA) and are a Kuchipudi dancer, choreographer, dance
qualifying event for the Asian Games and the director, and composer. He was born to
Commonwealth Games. Venkata Ramanamma and Guruvulu in Eluru.
The first National Games were held in Delhi in Sashindran has been performing Kuchipudi
1951. dance for almost 40 years and is a
Hence, the correct answer is 'Gujarat'. multifaceted performer.
Indian classical dancer Vedantam Ramalinga
Q100 Text Solution: Sastry performs in Kuchipudi. In 2012, he
received the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award.
Popular dancer Aparna Satheesan, a Hence, the correct answer is 'Kuchipudi'.
proponent of Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi,

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