Staff Selection Commission Combined Higher Secondary Level Exam
Question : Which among the following international boundaries is the longest?
Option 1: Indo-Bangladesh
Option 2: Indo-Myanmar
Option 3: Indo-China
Option 4: Indo-Pak
Correct Answer: Indo-Bangladesh
Solution : The correct option is Indo-Bangladesh.
The Indo-Bangladesh Border is the longest international boundary for India, stretching approximately 4,096 kilometres. The border is of strategic importance, impacting diplomatic, economic and cultural ties between India and Bangladesh, two neighbouring South Asian nations.
Question : Directions: In the given question, select the related letter cluster from the given alternatives. HIJK : GFED :: NOPQ : ?
Option 1: EFGH
Option 2: BCDE
Option 3: FDEC
Option 4: MLKJ
Correct Answer: MLKJ
Solution : Given, HIJK : GFED :: NOPQ : ?
Subtract consecutive odd numbers from the place value of HIJK to obtain the required code – H – 1 = G; I – 3 = F; J – 5 = E; K – 7 = D Thus,
Question : In which year, did the Government of India bring the FRBM (Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management) Act into effect?
Option 1: 2015-16
Option 2: 2012-13
Option 3: 2004-05
Option 4: 2008-09
Correct Answer: 2004-05
Solution : The correct option is 2003-04.
The Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act was passed in 2003, and the act was brought into effect on July 5, 2004. The main purpose of the act was to minimise the fiscal deficit and primary deficit. Three documents
Question : Directions: In the following question, select the odd letter/letters from the given alternatives.
Option 1: UVSX
Option 2: OPMR
Option 3: ABZD
Option 4: GHEJ
Correct Answer: ABZD
Solution : Let's check each option – First option: UVSX; U + 1 = V; V – 3 = S; S + 5 = X Second option: OPMR; O + 1 = P; P – 3 = M; M + 5 = R Third option: ABZD; A
Question : Which of the following statements is/are true about currency notes?
i. They do not have intrinsic value.
ii. They can be called fiat money.
iii. They are not legal tenders.
Option 1: Only ii
Option 2: Only i
Option 3: Only i and ii
Option 4: Only ii and iii
Correct Answer: Only i and ii
Solution : The correct answers are Only i and ii.
Currency notes, being fiat money, derive their value not from inherent worth but from the trust people place in the currency and the authority issuing it. Currency notes, such as fiat money, do not
Question : Match the columns.
Option 1: A-IV, B-II, C-I, D-III
Option 2: A-III, B-I, C-IV, D-II
Option 3: A-II, B-IV, C-III, D-I
Option 4: A-I, B-II, C-IV, D-III
Correct Answer: A-I, B-II, C-IV, D-III
Solution : The correct answer is A-I, B-II, C-IV, D-III.
Question : ________ is an ancient martial art that originated in peninsular India as a part of military training for warriors.
Option 1: Gatka
Option 2: Muay Thai
Option 3: Kalaripayattu
Option 4: Karate
Correct Answer: Kalaripayattu
Solution : The correct option is Kalaripayattu.
Kalaripayattu is an ancient martial art that originated in peninsular India as a part of military training for warriors. It is considered one of the oldest fighting systems in existence and is believed to have influenced various other martial arts
Question : Which country hosted the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023?
Option 1: United States of America and Canada
Option 2: Australia and New Zealand
Option 3: Italy and France
Option 4: Japan and China
Correct Answer: Australia and New Zealand
Solution : The correct option is Australia and New Zealand.
In 2023, Australia and New Zealand jointly hosted the FIFA Women's World Cup. The tournament was held from July 20th to August 20th, and it was an international event showcasing women's football. This is
Question : A and B together can complete a piece of work in 15 days and B alone can complete it in 21 days. In how many days can A complete it alone?
Option 1: $41 \frac{1}{2}$ days
Option 2: $52 \frac{1}{2}$ days
Option 3: $31 \frac{1}{2}$ days
Option 4: $57 \frac{1}{2}$ days
Correct Answer: $52 \frac{1}{2}$ days
Solution : Given: A and B together can complete a piece of work in 15 days and B alone can complete it in 21 days. A and B together in 1 day can complete $\frac{1}{15}$ part of the work. B alone in 1 day can
Question : Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
Despite having a broken leg, Sarah managed to finish the marathon on record time.
Option 1: finish the marathon in record time
Option 2: finish a marathon on record time
Option 3: finish the marathon to record time
Option 4: finish the marathon at record time
Correct Answer: finish the marathon in record time
Solution : The correct choice is the first option.
The underlined segment in the sentence contains an error. The correct preposition to be used in place of "on" is "in".
"In record time" means completing something in the shortest or fastest
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