Staff Selection Commission Combined Higher Secondary Level Exam
Question : Bhimsen Joshi belongs to which of the following classical music traditions?
Option 1: Delhi Gharana
Option 2: Banaras Gharana
Option 3: Kirana Gharana
Option 4: Jaipur Gharana
Correct Answer: Kirana Gharana
Solution : The correct answer is Kirana Gharana.
Bhimsen Joshi was a famous singer in the world of Indian classical music, specifically in the Hindustani tradition. He followed the Kirana Gharana style, a particular musical tradition within Hindustani classical music.
Question : Which one of the following contains the maximum percentage of Carbon?
Option 1: Cast iron
Option 2: Stainless steel
Option 3: Wrought iron
Option 4: High speed steel
Correct Answer: Cast iron
Solution : The correct option is Cast iron.
Cast iron is an alloy with a carbon content of 2–5%. Hard steel is an iron alloy with a relatively low carbon content. Hence, a minor amount of carbon is added to boost its strength. Steel is also
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.
I know these authors to 1__________ outstanding individuals and remarkable teachers and consultants and have even 2_________ them work their magic in training seminars, but I didn't know if they 3________ take this complex topic and fit into a book. They did. I 4________ you to dig into this material, to pause and think deeply about each part and how the parts are 5_________.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank 4.
Option 1: contradict
Option 2: deny
Option 3: encourage
Option 4: think
Correct Answer: encourage
Solution : The correct choice is the third option.
The verb encourage fits well in the context of urging or motivating the reader to delve into the material.
Question : What will be the difference between the interest on a sum of Rs. 2,000 at 7% per annum for 3 years and that on a sum of Rs. 3,200 at 6% per annum for 2 years?
Option 1: Rs. 36
Option 2: Rs. 44
Option 3: Rs. 30
Option 4: Rs. 40
Correct Answer: Rs. 36
Solution : Case I: Principal = Rs. 2,000, Rate = 7%, and Time = 3 years Simple interest = $\frac{\text{Principal × Rate × Time}}{100}=\frac{2000\times 7\times 3}{100}=$ Rs. 420 Case II: Principal = Rs. 3,200, Rate = 6%, and Time = 2 years Simple interest = $\frac{3200\times
Question : Select the word that is closest in meaning (SYNONYM) to the word given below. Levitate
Option 1: Float
Option 2: Laydown
Option 3: Rusticate
Option 4: Walk
Correct Answer: Float
Solution : The correct choice is the first option.
Explanation: Levitate means rising or hovering in the air, typically without apparent physical support. Float is the synonym, as it means to remain or move on the surface of a liquid or in the air without sinking.
The
Question : Directions: Identify the figure given in the options which when put in place of the question mark (?) will logically complete the series.
Option 1:
Option 2:
Option 3:
Option 4:
Correct Answer:
Solution : According to the given figures – 1. The pattern is an inverted triangle with 5 layers. In each layer, there are different symbols, which are not repeated in any other layer. 2. The symbols are shifted from the bottom to the upper layer in subsequent figures.
Question : The length, breadth, and height of a cuboid are in the ratio 3 : 4 : 6 and its volume is 576 cm3. The whole surface of the cuboid is:
Option 1: 216 cm2
Option 2: 324 cm2
Option 3: 432 cm2
Option 4: 460 cm2
Correct Answer: 432 cm2
Solution : Volume of cuboid = 576 cm2 The ratio of length, breadth, and height of a cuboid = 3 : 4 : 6 Let the length, $l$ = $3x$, breadth, $b$ = $4x$, and height, $h$ = $6x$. Volume of cuboid = $l×b×h$
Question : The side BC of a triangle ABC is produced to D. If $\angle ACD = 112^\circ$ and $\angle B =\frac{3}{4} \angle A$ then the measure of $\angle B$ is:
Option 1: $30^\circ$
Option 2: $48^\circ$
Option 3: $45^\circ$
Option 4: $64^\circ$
Correct Answer: $48^\circ$
Solution : Assume $\angle BAC=x$ Then, $\angle B=\frac{3x}{4}$ We know that The sum of two interior angles is equal to the exterior angle of the third angle. $\angle BAC+\angle B=112^\circ$ ⇒ $x+\frac{3x}{4}=112^\circ$ ⇒ $\frac{7x}{4}=112^\circ$ ⇒ $x=\frac{112×4}{7}=64^\circ$ $\therefore \angle B=\frac{3}{4}×64^\circ=48^\circ$ Hence, the correct answer is $48^\circ$.
Question : Directions: In the following question, select the related word from the given alternatives. Pig : Sty :: Dog : ?
Option 1: Burrow
Option 2: Hives
Option 3: Shed
Option 4: Kennel
Correct Answer: Kennel
Solution : Given: Pig : Sty :: Dog : ?
Like, the place where the pig lives is known as Sty. Similarly, the place where the dog lives is known as a Kennel.
Hence, the fourth option is correct.
Question : ______ was the first web browser developed by the National Centre for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA).
Option 1: Opera
Option 2: Safari
Option 3: Mosaic
Option 4: Chrome
Correct Answer: Mosaic
Solution : The correct option is Mosaic.
Mosaic was the first web browser developed by the National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA). Released in 1993, Mosaic played a pivotal role in popularising the World Wide Web, introducing features like inline images. It laid the foundation for
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