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Staff Selection Commission Combined Higher Secondary Level Exam

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Question : Who among the following personalities coined the term "Odissi" for Odisha's classical dance?

Option 1: Kalicharan Pattnaik

Option 2: Kelucharan Mohapatra

Option 3: Raja Ram Mohan Roy

Option 4: Rabindranath Tagore

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Correct Answer: Kalicharan Pattnaik


Solution : The correct option is Kalicharan Pattnaik.

Kalicharan Pattnaik was an Odissi musician, poet, researcher, and dramatist. He is also credited with naming the dance form Odissi. He was a well-known Odisha writer who made outstanding contributions to plays and music from the region.

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Question : $\triangle $KLM is a right-angled triangle. $\angle$M = 90$^{\circ}$, KM = 12 cm and LM = 5 cm. What is the value of $\sec$ L?

Option 1: $\frac{13}{12}$

Option 2: $\frac{5}{12}$

Option 3: $\frac{12}{5}$

Option 4: $\frac{13}{5}$

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Correct Answer: $\frac{13}{5}$


Solution :
By Pythagoras theorem,
KL2 = KM2 + ML2
⇒ KL = $\sqrt{12^2 + 5^2}$ = $\sqrt {144+69}$ = $\sqrt{169}$ = 13
$\therefore\sec$ L = $\frac{\text{KL}}{\text{ML}}$ = $\frac{13}{5}$
Hence, the correct answer is $\frac{13}{5}$.

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Question : Ustad Zakir Hussain plays which of the following instruments?

Option 1: Sitar

Option 2: Tabla

Option 3: Flute

Option 4: Shehnai

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Correct Answer: Tabla


Solution : The correct answer is Ustad Zakir Hussain.

Ustad Zakir Hussain is a renowned Indian musician and tabla virtuoso. He is primarily known for the tabla, a traditional Indian percussion instrument. His skill and artistry in playing the tabla have earned him International recognition and acclaim.

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Question : Which among the following festivals is celebrated as the Telugu New Year?

Option 1: Monpa

Option 2: Ugadi

Option 3: Vishu

Option 4: Dasara

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Correct Answer: Ugadi


Solution : The correct option is Ugadi

The festival celebrated as the Telugu New Year is called Ugadi. It marks the beginning of the new year in the Telugu calendar. Ugadi is a significant cultural and religious festival for the Telugu-speaking people, primarily in the states of

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Question : Who won the Men’s Single title at Wimbledon 2022?

Option 1: Nick Kyrgios

Option 2: Rafael Nadal

Option 3: Novak Djokovic

Option 4: Daniil Medvedev

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Correct Answer: Novak Djokovic


Solution : The correct option is Novak Djokovic.

Novak Djokovic secured his victory by defeating Nick Kyrgios in a thrilling final, with a final scoreline of 4–6, 6–3, 6–4, 7–6. Djokovic's impressive performance not only secured his third consecutive championship at Wimbledon but also showcased

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Question : Directions: If the 21st of July 2000 is Friday, then what will be the day of the week on the 15th of July 2012?

Option 1: Sunday

Option 2: Monday

Option 3: Saturday

Option 4: Friday

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Correct Answer: Sunday


Solution : Given:
The 21st of July 2000 is Friday.

Calculate the days between July 21, 2000, and July 15, 2012.
Number of remaining days in 2000 ⇒ July = 10; Aug = 31; Sept = 30; Oct = 31; Nov = 30; Dec = 31 

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Question : Directions: Select the related code from the given alternatives.
EF : UV :: IJ : ?

Option 1: RQ

Option 2: QR

Option 3: PQ

Option 4: NO

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Correct Answer: QR


Solution : Given:
EF : UV :: IJ : ?

EF→The opposite letter of E is V and the opposite letter of F is U→VU
Now, reverse their positions, it becomes→UV
Similarly, follow the same pattern for IJ –
The opposite letters of I and J are

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Question : Directions: If 12 January 2004 is Monday, then what will be the day of the week on 26 February 2011?

Option 1: Saturday

Option 2: Monday

Option 3: Thursday

Option 4: Wednesday

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Correct Answer: Saturday


Solution : Given:
12 January 2004 is a Monday.

Let's calculate the total number of days from the 12th of January 2004 to the 26th of February 2011 –

Number of days from 12 January 2004 to 31 December 2004 = 19 + 29 + 31 +

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Question : Directions: Ramesh walks 2 km to the west then turns to his right walks 3 km then again turns right walks 2 km and finally turns to his right. Which direction is he facing?

Option 1: East

Option 2: West

Option 3: North

Option 4: South

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Correct Answer: South


Solution : Firstly, we will draw the diagram as per the given instructions –

The direction from point D towards A is the south direction.

So, Ramesh is facing in the south direction. Hence, the fourth option is correct.

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Question : After the Chauri-Chaura incident, Gandhi ji suspended the:

Option 1: Civil Disobedience Movement

Option 2: Khilafat Movement

Option 3: Non-Cooperation Movement

Option 4: Quit India Movement

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Correct Answer: Non-Cooperation Movement


Solution : The correct answer is the Non-Cooperation Movement.

The Non-Cooperation Movement was initiated by Gandhiji in September 1920. It was a non-violent protest against the oppressive policies of the British Government. The movement had to be called off following the Chauri Chaura incident. Violence

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