Correct Answer: C The correct option is cBlow a fuse: This idiom means to suddenly lose one's temper or become very angry, similar to an electrical fuse that breaks when overloaded. (Hindi idiom/meaning: / ) Example: He blew a fuse when he saw the repeated mistakes in the report. Why option cis corr ect: Option cexactly conveys the idea of sudden anger, which is the standard us
Q2.
A rectangular prism has a base ar ea of 36 cm^2. If its height is incr eased by 25% from the original height of 12 cm, what is the new volume?
A. 432 cm
B. 486 cm
C. 504 cm
D. 540 cm
Correct Answer: D Given: Base area=36cm2 Original height=12cm Increase in height=25% Formula Used: Volume=Base areaxHeight Solution: 25% of 12= x1002512=3 New height=12+3=15cm New volume=36x15 =540
Q3.
Select the most appr opriat esynonym of the given word: CUTTING
A. Kind
B. Pleasant
C. Gentle
D. Sarcastic
Correct Answer: D The correct option is dThe word CUTTING (used for remarks or comments) means sharp, hurtful, and often intended to mock or wound someone emotionally (Hindi meaning: / ). A cutting remark is not polite; it is biting and can embarrass or hurt the listener. Example: His cutting comment made her feel insulted in front of everyone. The closest synonym is SARCASTIC, which
Q4.
Find the part of the sentence that contains an err or: The repor t's focus on techutt opianism, though praisew orthy, (1)/ ignor ethe deep-r ooted inequities (2)/ that continue in data av ailability and digital compet ence (3)/ acr oss demographic and regional gaps. (4)
A. (1)
B. (2)
C. (3)
D. (4)
Correct Answer: B The correct option is bIdentification of error: Part (2) contains the error: " ignor ethe deep-rooted inequities". Detailed explanation: The subject of the sentence is "The repor t's focus on techutt opianism". The headword is focus, which is singular. A singular subject in the present tense takes a verb with -s/-es. Therefore, the verb should be ignor es, not ignor eCorrect sent ence: "The report
Q5.
A television set is sold for Q and the shopk eeper earns a profit of 25%. During a clearance sale, he marks the same set at 1.4Q and allows a discount of 15% on the mark ed price. What is his profit percentage during the sale?
A. 45.75%
B. 40%
C. 48.75%
D. 50%
Correct Answer: C Given: Original selling price=Q Original profit=25% Marked price during sale=1.4Q Discount=15% Formula Used: Cost Price= 1+ 100ProfitSelling Price Profit %= xCost PriceProfit100 Solution: CP= =1.25Q0.8QSP=1.4Qx0.85 =1.19Q Profit=1.19Q0.8Q =0.39Q Profit %= x0.8Q0.39Q100 =48.75%
Q6.
In the following question, select the related word from the given alt ernativ es. Ontology: Being:: Aesthetics:?
A. Beauty
B. Logic
C. Knowledge
D. Reality
Correct Answer: A Given: Ontology: Being:: Aesthetics:? Ontology is a branch of philosophy that studies being or existence. Similarly, Aesthetics:? Aesthetics is a branch of philosophy that studies beauty, art and taste. Thus, correct option is (a).
Q7.
Identif ythe correct one-w ord substitut efor: "A condition of disuse or inactivity."
A. Interregnum
B. Destitute
C. Lethargy
D. Desuetude
Correct Answer: D The correct option is dDesuetude: It means a state of disuse, where something is no longer used or has become inactive/obsolete due to long neglect. This perfectly matches "a condition of disuse or inactivity." (Hindi meaning: / ) Example: Many old customs have fallen into desuetude over time. Meanings of the other giv en options: Option A: Int erregnum - A period wh
Q8. General Awareness
On MISHTI Scheme: 1. Targets mangr ove affor estation via scientific techniques. 2. Intr oduced in Budget 2023-24. 3. Permits commer cial mangr ove leasing.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. All 1, 2, and 3
Correct Answer: A The correct answer is (a) 1 and 2 only. Explanation: * MISHTI (Mangrove Initiative for Shoreline Habitats & Tangible Incomes) focuses on scientific mangrove plantation and restoration. * It was announced in the Union Budget 2023-24. * The scheme does not permit commercial leasing of mangroves; conservation remains the priority. Information Booster: * MISHTI supports coastal livelihoods and climate
Q9.
Order these classical dance forms by their earliest document ed mentions (earliest first): 1. Bharatanatyam 2. Kathak 3. Mohiniyattam 4. Manipuri
A. 1-3-2-4
B. 1-2-4-3
C. 1-3-4-2
D. 1-4-3-2
Correct Answer: B The correct answer is (b) 1-2-4-3. Explanation: * Bharatanatyam has the earliest documented roots in the Naty a Shastr a (c. 200 BCE-200 CE). * Kathak evolved from ancient storytelling traditions and temple rituals, gaining prominence during the Bhakti movement. * Manipuri dance finds references in medieval texts and Vaishnavite traditions of Manipur. * Mohiniyattam developed later in Kerala, with
Q10.
Raj and Priya star ted a business with 1,50,000 and 1,20,000 respectiv ely. After 6 months, Priya inv ested an additional 60,000 and Raj withdr ew 30,000. What is their profit-sharing ratio at the end of 1 year?
A. 9:10
B. 12:11
C. 13:14
D. 10:11
Correct Answer: A Given: Raj invested=150000 Priya invested=120000 After 6 months: Raj=120000,Priya=180000 Concept Used: Capital x Time method Formula Used: Profit ratio=CapitalxTime Solution: Raj=150000 x6+120000 x6 =900000 +720000 =1620000 Priya=120000 x6+180000 x6 =720000 +1080000 =1800000 Ratio=1620000:1800000 =9:10
Q11.
Four varieties of wheat costing 30/k g, 45/k g, 60/k gand an unknown price are mix ed in ratio 1:2:3:4. The mixtur eis sold at 46/k gwith 15% profit. What is the cost of the four th variety?
A. 50/kg
B. 25/kg
C. 60/kg
D. 65/kg
Correct Answer: B Given: Costs=30,45,60, xRatio=1:2:3:4 Selling price=46 Profit=15% Concept Used: Weighted average and profit-loss Formula Used: CP= 1+ 100ProfitSP Average cost= Ratios (CostxRatio) Solution: CP of mixture= =1.154640 Total ratio=1+2+3+4=10 =1030(1)+45(2)+60(3)+4 x40 =10300+4 x40 300+4 x=400 4 x=100 x
Q12.
The ratio of two number sis 5: 7 and their sum is 96. Find the numbers.
A. 40, 56
B. 45, 51
C. 48, 48
D. 35, 61
Correct Answer: A Given: The ratio of two numbers is 5: 7 and their sum is 96. Solution: Let the two numbers be xand 7x. 5x + 7x = 96 12x = 96 x = 8 The numbers are: 5x = 5 8 = 40 7x = 7 8 = 56 So, the numbers are 40, 56. Thus, correct option is (a).x x
Q13. General Awareness
As per Ar ticle 368, the Constitution of India can be amended by:
A. Simple majority
B. Two-thirds majority in P arliament
C. Unanimous vote of states
D. President's ordinance
Correct Answer: B The correct answer is (B) Two-thirds majority in Parliament Explanation: * Article 368 in P art XX of the Constitution deals with the powers of P arliament to amend the Constitution and its procedure. * It provides for two types of amendments: (1) By a special majority of P arliament (majority of total membership and 2/3rd majority of members present and voting), and (2) By a special majority of P
Q14.
A vendor sold 18 pens for 1,440 and gained a profit of 20%. How many pens must he sell for 1,408 to make a profit of 12%(to the near est integer)?
A. 17
B. 18
C. 19
D. 20
Correct Answer: C Given: 18 pens sold for 1440 Profit=20% New selling price=1408 Required profit=12% Formula Used: CP= 1+ 100ProfitSP Solution: CP of 18 pens= =1.2014401200 CP per pen= =181200 3200 Total CP= =1.1214081408 x =2825 78800 Number of pens= = 3200 78800 x78800 =2003 7132
Q15.
A sentence is provided in direct speech. From the four given options, choose the one that most accurately conveys the sentence in its corresponding indirect speech. He said, "I am not feeling fine. "
A. He said that he is not feeling fine.
B. He said that he was not feeling fine.
C. He said that he didn't feel fine.
D. He said he not feeling fine.
Correct Answer: B The correct option is bGiven Dir ect Speech: He said, "I am not feeling fine." Explanation: The reporting verb is in the past tense ( said), so the tense inside the quotation generally undergoes backshif ting while converting into indirect speech. The present continuous " am not feeling " changes to past continuous " was not feeling ". Also, the pronoun "I" changes to "he" because the speaker is "