Staff Selection Commission Combined Higher Secondary Level Exam
Question : Which among the following forts was the principal capital of the Qutb Shahi dynasty in Hyderabad?
Option 1: Chiktan Fort
Option 2: Rajgad Fort
Option 3: Red Fort
Option 4: Golconda Fort
Correct Answer: Golconda Fort
Solution : The correct option is Golconda Fort.
The Qutb Shahi Dynasty seized control of the Golconda Fort from the Kakatiya rulers and established it as their capital. Distinguished by its remarkable architectural elements, the fort, particularly the Fateh Darwaza (Victory Gate), is a testament
Question : When was the Bardoli Movement launched?
Option 1: 1931
Option 2: 1932
Option 3: 1928
Option 4: 1925
Correct Answer: 1928
Solution : The correct option is 1928.
The Bardoli Satyagraha, also known as the Bardoli Movement, was launched in 1928. It was a nonviolent resistance movement in the Bardoli taluka of Gujarat, India, against the oppressive policies of the British colonial government, specifically the increase in
Question : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some of the words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the correct answer for the given blank out of the four alternatives.
There are so many myths about the (1) ______ impacts of milk on health. Changing how much milk you drink because of (2) ______ myths may mean you are unnecessarily restricting this (3) ______ nutritious drink. Australians often restrict dairy foods when they try to (4) ______ weight believing them to be fattening. While dairy products naturally contain fat there are many reduced fat products (5) ______.
Question
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 5.
Option 1: inoperable
Option 2: deficient
Option 3: durable
Option 4: available
Correct Answer: available
Solution : The fourth option is the correct answer.
The word, available fits the context of describing the variety and accessibility of such products. It appropriately conveys the idea that there are numerous reduced-fat dairy products accessible or obtainable on the market.
The meanings of the other
Question : Telnet stands for:
Option 1: Telephone Network
Option 2: Television Network
Option 3: Teletype Network
Option 4: Telefax Network
Correct Answer: Teletype Network
Solution : The correct answer is Teletype Network.
Telnet is an abbreviation for Teletype Network. It is a network protocol that lets users view and interact with another computer or device remotely over a network, often the Internet. Telnet is a text-based communication protocol that
Question : Find the curved surface area (in cm2) of a hemisphere of diameter 28 cm.
Option 1: 1152
Option 2: 1024
Option 3: 956
Option 4: 1232
Correct Answer: 1232
Solution : The diameter of a hemisphere = 28 cm So, radius, $r$ = 14 cm Curved surface area of hemisphere = $2\pi r^{2}$ = $2×\frac{22}{7}× 14×14$ = 1232 cm2 Hence, the correct answer is 1232.
Question : Capital Market Regulation is:
Option 1: NSE
Option 2: RBI
Option 3: SEBI
Option 4: IRDA
Correct Answer: SEBI
Solution : Correct Answer is SEBI
It is a statutory regulatory body that the Government of India established in 1992 to protect the interests of investors who buy securities as well as to control the securities market. The functioning of mutual funds and the stock market is
Question : Arundhati Roy is the author of:
Option 1: God of Small Things
Option 2: Disgrace
Option 3: The Tin Drum
Option 4: My Childhood Days
Correct Answer: God of Small Things
Solution : The correct answer is The God of Small Things.
Arundhati Roy is an Indian author, actress and political activist. The God of Small Things, Roy's debut book, was widely praised when it was released in 1997. The semi-autobiographical book veered away from
Question : In 1956, which awards did Rukmini Devi Arundale, an eminent Bharatanatyam dancer, receive?
Option 1: Jnanpith Award
Option 2: Saraswati Samman
Option 3: Kabir Puraskar
Option 4: Padma Bhushan
Correct Answer: Padma Bhushan
Solution : The correct answer is Padma Bhushan.
In 1956, Rukmini Devi Arundale, the renowned Bharatanatyam dancer, was honoured with the Padma Bhushan. Recognised for her immense contributions to Indian classical dance and cultural preservation, she played a role in reviving and popularising Bharatanatyam on
Question : A bank offers 15% compound interest per half year. A customer deposits Rs. 2400 each on 1st January and 1st July of a year. At the end of the year, the amount he would have gained by way of interest is:
Option 1: Rs. 2268
Option 2: Rs. 1134
Option 3: Rs. 567
Option 4: Rs. 283
Correct Answer: Rs. 1134
Solution : We know, $\text{Total Amount}=\text{Principal}×(1+\frac{\text{Rate}}{100})^{\text{Time}}$ At end of 6 months amount = $2400×(1+\frac{15}{100})=2400×(1.15)=2760$ The principal at the end of 6 months = $2760+2400=5160$ Amount = $5160×(1+\frac{15}{100})=5160×(1.15)=5934$ $\therefore$ Interest = $5934-(2400+2400) = 1134$ Hence, the correct answer is Rs. 1134.
Question : A non-electronic conductor is
Option 1: Iron
Option 2: Gas Carbon
Option 3: Copper sulphate
Option 4: Mercury
Correct Answer: Gas Carbon
Solution : The correct option is Gas carbon.
The non-electronic conductor does not allow the passage of electricity through them. Iron, Copper sulphate, and Mercury allow the passage of electricity. The only Option is Gas carbon does not allow passage of electricity. so, it is Non-
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