Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level Exam
Question : Pandit Lachhu Maharaj, who passed away recently, was associated with
Option 1: Flute
Option 2: Tabla
Option 3: Kathak
Option 4: Bharatanatyam
Correct Answer: Tabla
Solution : The correct option is Tabla
Lachhu Maharaj was the professional name of Lakshmi Narayan Singh. He was born on 16 October 1944. He was a famous Tabla player from the Banaras Gharana. He passed away on 28 July 2016.
Question : In an equilateral triangle ABC, D is the midpoint of side BC. If the length of BC is 8 cm, then the height of the triangle is:
Option 1: $5.5 \mathrm{~cm}$
Option 2: $4.5 \mathrm{~cm}$
Option 3: $6 \sqrt{3} \mathrm{~cm}$
Option 4: $4 \sqrt{3} \mathrm{~cm}$
Correct Answer: $4 \sqrt{3} \mathrm{~cm}$
Solution : Given: ABC is an equilateral triangle. D is the midpoint on side BC. AB = BC = AC = 8 cm We know that area of the equilateral triangle is $\frac{\sqrt3}{4}\times(\text{side})^2$ In $\triangle ABC$, $\frac{\sqrt 3}{4}\times 8^2=\frac{1}{2}\times8\times AD$ $\therefore AD=4\sqrt3\ \text{cm}$ Hence, the
Question : Select the most appropriate word to substitute for the given group of words. A case for keeping a sword
Option 1: sleeve
Option 2: sheath
Option 3: quiver
Option 4: wrapper
Correct Answer: sheath
Solution : The second option is the correct answer.
"Sheath" is the most appropriate term that specifically refers to a case or covering designed for holding and protecting a sword when it is not in use.
The meanings of other options are as follows:
Question : Which amendment of the Indian Constitution removed the right to property from the list of fundamental rights?
Option 1: 41st
Option 2: 42nd
Option 3: 43rd
Option 4: 44th
Correct Answer: 44th
Solution : The correct option is 44th.
Article 19(1)(f) of the Indian Constitution initially recognized the right to property as a fundamental right. The 44th Amendment Act of 1978, however, removed it from the list of fundamental rights and revised it as a legal right. This
Question : Directions: Select the figure that will come next in the following figure series.
Option 1:
Option 2:
Option 3:
Option 4:
Correct Answer:
Solution : In the given figure, follow the directions to find the next term –
Hence, the third option is correct.
Question : Directions: Select the set in which the numbers are related in the same way as the numbers of the following set. (NOTE: Operations should be performed on the whole numbers, without breaking down the numbers into their constituent digits. E.g. 13 - operations on 13 such as adding/subtracting/multiplying etc. to 13 can be performed. Breaking down 13 into 1 and 3 and then performing mathematical operations on 1 and 3 is not allowed.) (5, 13, 16) (4, 11, 14)
Option 1: (8, 13, 10)
Option 2: (12, 21, 18)
Option 3: (7, 17, 20)
Option 4: (9, 21, 26)
Correct Answer: (7, 17, 20)
Solution : Given: (5, 13, 16); (4, 11, 14)
The pattern is as follows – (5, 13, 16)→(5 × 2) + 3 = 10 + 3 = 13; 13 + 3 = 16 (4, 11, 14)→(4 × 2) + 3 = 8 + 3 =
Question : If $x-y=1$ and $x^2+y^2=41$ where $x, y \geq 0$, then the value of $x+y$ will be:
Option 1: 9
Option 2: 8
Option 3: 6
Option 4: 7
Correct Answer: 9
Solution : Given: $x-y=1$ and $x^2+y^2=41$ Consider $x-y=1$ Squaring both sides, we get: ⇒ $(x-y)^2 =1$ ⇒ $x^2 + y^2 - 2xy=1$ ⇒ $41-2xy=1$ ⇒ $2xy = 40$ So, $ (x+y)^2 = x^2+y^2+2xy= 41+40$ $\therefore(x+y) = 9$ Hence, the correct answer is 9.
Question : Directions: Three of the following letter clusters are alike in some manner and hence form a group. Which letter cluster does not belong to that group?
Option 1: MKOJ
Option 2: URWQ
Option 3: EQGP
Option 4: XFWE
Correct Answer: XFWE
Solution : Let's check each option – First option: MKOJ; M + 2 = O; K – 1 = J Second option: URWQ; U + 2 = W; R – 1 = Q Third option: EQGP; E + 2 = G; Q – 1 = P Fourth
Question : What is Rann of Kutch of India famous for?
Option 1: Tidal and flats
Option 2: Fertile soils
Option 3: Dense vegetation
Option 4: All are correct
Correct Answer: Tidal and flats
Solution : The answer is Tidal and flats.
The Rann of Kutch is also known for its flats and tides. Tidal movements shape the terrain, with sections covered by shallow water at high tide and exposed flats at low tide. This phenomenon contributes to the
Question : Comprehension: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the options given. Select the most appropriate option for each number. A new swarm of locusts entered Rajasthan’s Jaisalmer on Sunday. This is the fifth swarm to (1)______ the state in four days from (2)______ western border with Pakistan. Since the first locust swarm (3)______ the state’s Sri Ganganagar district on April 11, as many as 25 swarms (4)______ entered Rajasthan. Some swarms moved to Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh, (5)______ which agricultural departments issued advisories to farmers asking them to be on high alert. Question: Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no. 5.
Option 1: until
Option 2: before
Option 3: since
Option 4: after
Correct Answer: after
Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.
Explanation: The word after is commonly used to show a sequence of events where one action follows another. In this context, it signifies that the advisories were a response to the movement of the swarms.
Therefore,
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