Staff Selection Commission Multi Tasking Staff Exam
Question : Which among the following is not a part of Western Ghats?
Option 1: Anaimalai Hills
Option 2: Cardamom Hills
Option 3: Mahadeo Hills
Option 4: Nilgiri Hills
Correct Answer: Mahadeo Hills
Solution : The correct option is Mahadeo Hills.
Mahadeo Hills is not a part of the Western Ghats. Mahadeo Hills is located in the state of Madhya Pradesh. It is part of the Satpura Range and lies in the northernmost range of the Satpura Range.
Question : Select the correctly spelt word.
Option 1: Disstract
Option 2: Destarct
Option 3: Distract
Option 4: Distarct
Correct Answer: Distract
Solution : The correct choice is the third option.
Distract is the correct spelling, which means to draw away attention or divert.
Question : Comprehension: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.
In 700 BCE Greek poet Hesiod (1)_____ "Theogony" and "Work and Days". In these mythologies, Atlas was a Titan (2)______ enormous strength. He, along with other titans (3)_______ the gods of Mount Olympus. While the other Titans were banished to Tartaras after being defeated by the god Zeus as retribution, Atlas (4)_______ was forced to carry the earth and the sky for an eternity. In depictions of Atlas, obviously carved by human based on myths, he is shown as a stooped figure carrying the (5)_____ on his shoulders. Because of his association with the globe, maps began to be decorated with this image of Atlas. Question: Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank No. 2.
Option 1: from
Option 2: in
Option 3: of
Option 4: at
Correct Answer: of
The preposition "of" is commonly used to indicate possession or association. In this context, it is used to convey that Atlas was a Titan characterized by enormous strength.
Therefore, the complete sentence would be: "In these mythologies, Atlas
Question : The Panthi dance form is associated with which state of India?
Option 1: Kerala
Option 2: Maharashtra
Option 3: Punjab
Option 4: Chhattisgarh
Correct Answer: Chhattisgarh
Solution : The correct option is Chhattisgarh.
The Panthi dance, presented by Chhattisgarh's Satnami community, showcases a spiritual celebration. The accompanying songs emphasise the significance of human existence, carrying powerful messages of devotion and renunciation inspired by revered figures like Kabir, Ravidas, and Dadu.
Question : Which British Governor ended the dual system of government in Bengal?
Option 1: Robert Clive
Option 2: Warren Hastings
Option 3: John Shore
Option 4: William Bentinck
Correct Answer: Warren Hastings
Solution : The correct answer is Warren Hastings.
Warren Hastings dismantled the dual system of government initiated by Robert Clive in Bengal. Under this system, the East India Company held Diwani rights, allowing them to collect revenue, while Indian chiefs, like the Nizam, retained administrative
Question : Which of the following vitamins helps to keep our skin and eyes healthy?
Option 1: Vitamin A
Option 2: Vitamin D
Option 3: Vitamin C
Option 4: Vitamin B
Correct Answer: Vitamin A
Solution : The correct answer is Vitamin A.
Vitamin A helps keep our skin and eyes healthy; it helps make new skin cells, which thereby keep our skin healthy. This vitamin also protects our eyes from infection.
Question : Directions: Umesh is older than Satish. Suresh is younger than Neeraj but older than Umesh. Tarun is older than Ritesh but younger than Satish. Manish is the youngest. Who is the eldest among them?
Option 1: Satish
Option 2: Neeraj
Option 3: Ritesh
Option 4: Suresh
Correct Answer: Neeraj
Solution : Given: (I) Umesh is older than Satish; Umesh > Satish (II) Suresh is younger than Neeraj but older than Umesh; Neeraj > Suresh > Umesh (III) Tarun is older than Ritesh but younger than Satish; Satish > Tarun > Ritesh
So, combining the above statements,
Question : Directions: A piece of paper is folded and cut as shown below in the question figures. From the given answer figures, indicate how it will appear when opened.
Option 1:
Option 2:
Option 3:
Option 4:
Correct Answer:
Solution : When the paper is unfolded, the following figures will be obtained –
Hence, the first option is correct.
Question : Directions: In the given question, select the related letter cluster from the given alternatives. BCD : GFE :: HIJ : ?
Option 1: KLM
Option 2: MLK
Option 3: MKL
Option 4: LMK
Correct Answer: MLK
Solution : Given: BCD : GFE :: HIJ : ?
Add the odd numbers in decreasing order starting from 5 to the place value of BCD to get its related letter cluster – B + 5 = G; C + 3 = F; D + 1 =
Question : In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom / Phrase.
A bed of nails
Option 1: A problematic or uncomfortable situation
Option 2: A quick and automatic response
Option 3: A person with no moral ethics
Option 4: A fiercely contested fight or dispute
Correct Answer: A problematic or uncomfortable situation
Solution : The correct choice is the first option.
The idiom a bed of nails is used metaphorically to describe a situation that is challenging, uncomfortable, or full of difficulties. Just as lying on a bed of nails would be uncomfortable and painful,
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