Staff Selection Commission Combined Higher Secondary Level Exam
Question : Gross Domestic Product less Depreciation is________.
Option 1: Gross Domestic Investment
Option 2: Net National Product
Option 3: Gross National Product
Option 4: Net Domestic Product
Correct Answer: Net Domestic Product
Solution : The correct option is Net Domestic Product.
Gross domestic product Depreciation, also known as net domestic product (NDP), represents the total economic output of a country after subtracting the depreciation of its capital assets. It provides a more accurate measure of a
Question : Directions: Study the double bar graph given below and answer the question.
The average of the number of students participating in cultural events is:
Option 1: 48.75
Option 2: 52.5
Option 3: 45
Option 4: 50
Correct Answer: 45
Solution : From the given graph, The total number of students participating in cultural events = 60 + 45 + 45 + 30 = 180 The number of classes = 4 The average number of students participating in cultural events = $\frac{\text{The total number of students participating
Question : The pie charts given below show the workers doing different types of work in an office in 2005 and 2006. The total number of workers of which two types of work in 2005 was equal to the number of workers doing U-type of work in 2006?
Option 1: X and Y
Option 2: U and W
Option 3: W and X
Option 4: V and W
Correct Answer: W and X
Solution : Given: Total number of workers in 2005 = 47520 Total number of workers in 2006 = 54000 Number of persons doing U-type of work = 22% So, 22% = $\frac{54000×22}{100}$ = 11880 ⇒ $\frac{11880×100}{47520}$ = 25% work in 2006 From the pie chart,
Question : In which part of the Indian Constitution are the provisions related to the panchayat mentioned?
Option 1: Part XI
Option 2: Part IX
Option 3: Part IXA
Option 4: Part X
Correct Answer: Part IX
Solution : The correct answer is Part IX.
The provisions related to Panchayats in the Indian Constitution are primarily outlined in Part IX. This part is titled "The Panchayats" and consists of Articles 243 to 243O. The 73rd Amendment Act of 1992 introduced these constitutional provisions
Question : Some boys raised Rs. 12,544 for a famine fund, with each boy contributing as many rupees as there were boys. The number of boys who contributed is:
Option 1: 102
Option 2: 112
Option 3: 122
Option 4: 132
Correct Answer: 112
Solution : Given: A number of boys raised Rs. 12544 for a famine fund. Amount raised by each boy = the total number of boys Let the number of boys be $x$. So, the amount raised by each boy = Rs. $x$ As per given condition, $x^{2}=12544$
Question : Directions: Select the option in which the letter clusters share the same relationship as that shared by the given pair of letter clusters. OTG : UPK YND : EJH
Option 1: CRY : JVU
Option 2: SAY : MZB
Option 3: GHS : MDW
Option 4: AMO : GIK
Correct Answer: GHS : MDW
Solution : Given: OTG : UPK; YND : EJH
Add 6 and 4 to the place values of the first and third letters and subtract 4 from the place value of the second letter, to obtain the required code – OTG : UPK→O + 6
Question : Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the word given in brackets to fill in the blank. This route cannot get more ____________ (simplified) than it already is.
Option 1: uniform
Option 2: convoluted
Option 3: homogenous
Option 4: unvaried
Correct Answer: convoluted
Solution : The correct choice is the second option.
Explanation: Simplified refers to making something easier to understand or less complex. The opposite of this would be convoluted which means intricate, complicated, or twisted. In the context of the sentence, it suggests that the route cannot become
Question : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
India will host an international summit on Buddhism here on April 20 and 21. Delegates from 30 countries will participate, a notable exception (1) ________ China. Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, is also unlikely to attend the two-day conclave. The maiden conference being organised by the Union Culture Ministry and the International Buddhist Confederation will discuss (2) ________ global issues through a Buddhist perspective. Over 170 delegates from countries such as Mexico, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, and Japan and 150 from India will participate in the summit to be held in the national capital. The delegates (3) ________ prominent scholars, monks, diplomats, and members of Buddhist organisations across the globe. The largest number of delegates are from Sri Lanka (20) and Vietnam (30). Abhijit Haldar, Director General of the International Buddhist Confederation, said that while no delegate had been confirmed from China, there would be two participants from Taiwan. “The invitations (4) ________ sent to various Buddhist institutions and not to governments,” Mr. Haldar added. He also mentioned that the Dalai Lama (5) ________ not attend the event due to health issues.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 5.
Option 1: ought to
Option 2: might
Option 3: used to
Option 4: dare
Correct Answer: might
Solution : The most appropriate choice is the second option.
Explanation: "Might" in this context, indicates a possibility or likelihood that the Dalai Lama will not attend the event due to health issues. It suggests a potential outcome without confirming it outright.
Question : Directions: Which of the following four options will replace the question mark (?) in the following series? 8, 16, ?, 38, 41, 82
Option 1: 21
Option 2: 31
Option 3: 28
Option 4: 19
Correct Answer: 19
Solution : Given: 8, 16, ?, 38, 41, 82
Multiply the numbers by 2 and add 3 alternatively to get the next number in the series – 8 × 2 = 16; 16 + 3 = 19; 19 × 2 = 38; 38 + 3 = 41;
Question : Rann Utsav is celebrated in which of the following states?
Option 1: Goa
Option 2: Punjab
Option 3: Gujarat
Option 4: Haryana
Correct Answer: Gujarat
Solution : The correct answer is Gujarat.
Rann Utsav is celebrated in the state of Gujarat, India. This vibrant festival takes place in the region of Kutch, known for its white salt desert, and it typically occurs during the winter months, offering a unique blend of culture,
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