Staff Selection Commission Combined Higher Secondary Level Exam
Question : How many countries are part of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation?
Option 1: 8
Option 2: 2
Option 3: 5
Option 4: 7
Correct Answer: 8
Solution : The correct option is 8.
Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, the Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka are the eight nations that make up the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation. At the 14th annual summit in 2007, Afghanistan joined SAARC as its newest member. The
Question : The point P is the midpoint of the segment AB. The coordinates of point P are (2, 1) and that of point A are (11, 5). The coordinates of point B are:
Option 1: (–7, –3)
Option 2: (6.5, 3)
Option 3: (7, 3)
Option 4: (–6.5, –3)
Correct Answer: (–7, –3)
Solution : Given: The coordinates of the point A are (11, 5). Let the co-ordinates of the point B be $(x,y)$. Since, the point P (2, 1) is the mid-point, ⇒ $2=\frac{11+x}{2}$ ⇒ $2×2=11+x$ ⇒ $x=–7$ Similarly, $1=\frac{5+y}{2}$ ⇒ $1×2=5+y$ ⇒ $y=–3$ So, the coordinates of
Question : Which among the following is the highest peak in India?
Option 1: Kangchenjunga
Option 2: Nanga Parbat
Option 3: Nanda Devi
Option 4: Namcha Barwa
Correct Answer: Kangchenjunga
Solution : The correct answer is Kangchenjunga.
The highest mountain peak in India and the third highest in the world is Mount Kangchenjunga, which reaches an elevation of 8,598 meters. It is 8,586 meters (28,169 feet) above sea level and is part of the Kangchenjunga mountain range
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.
Daniel talks to people about the right to life. He says, “We have the right to live in freedom and safety!” but the people do not (1)_______ and they say that the War is a big deal and it is not up to us nor up to the government. The government knows what to do and only the government can decide (2)______ is best. And if the government says that there must be war, then it must be so. Daniel does not accept this and asks if there is a better solution. As all wars end with agreements, can’t we make the agreements without fighting? Can’t the government solve this (3)_________? Isn’t that the reason we have a government in the first place? He decides to (4)______ to people in his government. He decides to write to them and let them know what he thinks. He knows one opinion does not matter much, but he also knows that if everyone in his own country and on the other side would do this, there will (5)________ be no more wars.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 1.
Option 1: grant
Option 2: agree
Option 3: consent
Option 4: announce
Correct Answer: agree
Solution : The correct choice is the second option.
"Agree" means to have the same opinion about something or to concur, and is the appropriate choice for the blank, which helps in conveying the intended meaning.
Question : Directions: Seeta and Geeta started walking from point A. Seeta walks 6 km towards North and then takes a right turn and walks 3 km. She then takes a right turn and walks for 6 km. She again takes a left turn, walks 3 km, and reaches a point B. Geeta walks for 3 km towards the west, takes a left turn, and walks for 6 km. She then takes a left turn, walks 9 km, and reaches point C. How far is point B from point C?
Option 1: 3 km
Option 2: 4 km
Option 3: 9 km
Option 4: 6 km
Correct Answer: 6 km
Solution : Firstly, we will draw the diagram as per the given instructions –
So, from the above, the distance between points B and C is 6 km. Hence, the fourth option is correct.
Question : The Himalayan Mountains act as an effective climatic divide by protecting the subcontinent from:
Option 1: Cold northern winds
Option 2: Warm southern winds
Option 3: Cyclonic winds
Option 4: Western disturbances
Correct Answer: Cold northern winds
Solution : The answer is Cold northern winds.
The Himalayan Mountains act as an effective climatic divide by protecting the Indian subcontinent from cold northern winds. These massive mountain ranges serve as a natural barrier that prevents the cold, dry air masses from the north,
Question : Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
A. It included a carbon tax on fossil fuels and incentives for businesses and individuals to adopt green practices. B. The new policy aimed to reduce carbon emissions and promote renewable energy sources. C. However, supporters of the policy argued that it was necessary to address the urgent threat of climate change and create a sustainable future for the planet. D. The policy faced opposition from some industries and political groups who argued that it would hurt the economy.
Option 1: BADC
Option 2: BCAD
Option 3: DABC
Option 4: DACB
Correct Answer: BADC
Solution : The correct choice is the first option.
The paragraph starts by introducing the new policy aimed at reducing carbon emissions and promoting renewable energy sources (sentence B). It then describes the components of this policy, such as a carbon tax and incentives for
Question : Market-Based Economic Dispatch (MBED) mechanism is related to which of the following ministries?
Option 1: Ministry of Power
Option 2: Ministry of Corporate Affairs
Option 3: Ministry of Finance
Option 4: Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises
Correct Answer: Ministry of Power
Solution : The correct answer is the Ministry of Power.
The market-based economic dispatch (MBED) mechanism, which is handled by the Union Ministry of Power, represents a significant departure from the current voluntary, decentralised pool-based electricity market.
Question : Directions: In the following question, one / two statements are given, each followed by two conclusions/assumptions, I and II. You have to consider the statement to be true, even if it seems to be at variance from commonly known facts. You have to decide which of the given conclusions/assumptions, if any, follows from the given statement. Statement: Continuous training is essential for all employees to increase their productivity. Assumptions: I. Training is an essential component of productivity. II. Profitability and productivity are supplementary to each other.
Option 1: Both assumptions I and II are implicit
Option 2: Only assumption I is implicit
Option 3: Only assumption II is implicit
Option 4: Neither assumption I nor II is implicit
Correct Answer: Only assumption I is implicit
Solution : Based on the given statements, let's analyse the given assumptions – Assumption I: Training is an essential component of productivity – In the above statement, it is being said that to increase productivity continuous training is required. Therefore, it is an
Question : Directions: In the question, a part of the sentence is in bold. Below are given alternatives to the bold part at (1), (2) and (3) that may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, your answer is (4).
Rani has completed her graduation from a reputed university last year.
(1) completed
(2) was completed
(3) had been completed
(4) No Improvement
Option 1: (1)
Option 2: (2)
Option 3: (3)
Option 4: (4)
Correct Answer: (1)
Solution : The first option is the correct choice.
The sentence is in the simple past tense. Hence, we need to use the phrase "completed" to denote the correct action. Simple past tense needs to be used here as the action took place last year i.e., in
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