Staff Selection Commission Stenographer Grade C & D Exam
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 blank. On Hauz Khas Road, at the entrance to the pedestrianised Hauz Khas Village, the guard (1)________ the barrier asks you to halt and directs (2)______ to the parking lot. It's 5 p.m. and the parking lot is nearly empty as shops are closed and there are (3)________ any shoppers. There aren't many people on the lane leading to the (4)_________ area either. This is unusual for HKV (as it is popularly known) (5)_______ it is one of Delhi's popular shopping areas. Initially a hub for designer (6)________, the HKV experience (7)_________ a throbbing mix of cafes, art galleries, curio shops, gyms, and, of course, fashion boutiques. The quirky neighbourhood was a hit (8)_________ with youngsters and tourists for its happening nightlife. These days, however, night comes hours (9)______ dusk at HKV, as you can only see street dogs, security guards, a few takeaway joint managers, and bored shop attendants (10)________ to reach home early.
Question: Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank 10.
Option 1: immediate
Option 2: immobile
Option 3: impatient
Option 4: immature
Correct Answer: impatient
Solution : The correct choice is the third option.
"Impatient" is the appropriate choice, as in this context, it implies that the street dogs, security guards, takeaway joint managers, and shop attendants seem restless or eager to reach home early, emphasising a sense of anticipation or
Question : Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.
DENOUNCE
Option 1: threaten
Option 2: compliment
Option 3: create
Option 4: accuse
Correct Answer: compliment
Solution : The second option is correct.
Explanation: Denounce means to publicly declare to be wrong or evil. A compliment is a polite expression of praise or admiration. Hence, from the given meanings, we find that denounce and compliment are antonyms.
The meanings of the other options
Question : What is the proportion of the central government's ownership of capital in Regional Rural Banks?
Option 1: 50%
Option 2: 60%
Option 3: 45%
Option 4: 55%
Correct Answer: 50%
Solution : The correct option is 50%.
In the ownership structure of Regional Rural Banks (RRBs), the central government plays a pivotal role, holding a substantial 50% ownership stake. State governments collectively contribute to the ownership with a 15% stake. The remaining 35% ownership is held
Question : Directions: Which of the following letter clusters will replace the question mark (?) in the given series? HZFK, ?, ZRXC, VNTY, RJPU
Option 1: EUBG
Option 2: DVBG
Option 3: DUAG
Option 4: DVBH
Correct Answer: DVBG
Solution : Given: HZFK, ?, ZRXC, VNTY, RJPU
Subtract 4 from the place value of each letter to obtain the required missing term – HZFK→H – 4 = D; Z – 4 = V; F – 4 = B; K – 4 = G DVBG→D – 4
Question : Which of the following is taken as the base year for calculating the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) by the Government of India?
Option 1: 2011-12
Option 2: 2012-13
Option 3: 2013-14
Option 4: 2010-11
Correct Answer: 2011-12
Solution : The correct option is 2011-12.
The base year provides a reference point for comparing price changes over time. The WPI's base year was last revised to 2011-12. The WPI is a measure that captures the average change in the selling prices received by producers
Question : Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word. The models walking the ramp wore resplendent dresses ______by the leading fashion designers of the country.
Option 1: designing
Option 2: design
Option 3: designs
Option 4: designed
Correct Answer: designed
Solution : The fourth option is the correct choice.
The word designed fits well in the blank to convey that the dresses were created or fashioned by the leading fashion designers.
It completes the sentence in a grammatically correct and contextually appropriate manner.
Question : Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Bewilderment
Option 1: Confusion
Option 2: Agreement
Option 3: Arrangement
Option 4: Settlement
Correct Answer: Confusion
Solution : The first option is the correct answer.
"Bewilderment" refers to a feeling of being perplexed or puzzled, often resulting from encountering a complex or confusing situation. On the other hand, "confusion" is a more general term encompassing a state of uncertainty, disarray, or a lack
Question : Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Miscellaneous
Option 1: Various
Option 2: Contemporary
Option 3: Virtuous
Option 4: Interesting
Correct Answer: Various
Solution : The correct choice is the first option.
Miscellaneous refers to a collection or mixture of different kinds of things. Similarly, various denotes a variety of different types of things. In the context of the options provided, various is the closest synonym to "miscellaneous", as
Question :
The Delhi Sultan who fell to his death while playing polo was
Option 1: Qutb ud-Din Aibak
Option 2: Alauddin Khalji
Option 3: Firuz Shah Tughlaq
Option 4: Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq
Correct Answer: Qutb ud-Din Aibak
Solution : The correct option is Qutb ud-Din Aibak.
The Delhi Sultan who fell to his death while playing polo in 1210 was Qutb-ud-din Aibak. He was an accomplished military commander and played a crucial role in establishing Muslim rule in Northern India after the
Question : The following particles move with the same kinetic energy. Which of them has maximum momentum?
Option 1: Electron
Option 2: Proton
Option 3: Neutron
Option 4: Alpha particle
Correct Answer: Alpha particle
Solution : The correct option is the Alpha particle.
Alpha particles have higher momentum than other particles, like electrons; they are relatively massive and move at relatively low speeds. Momentum is the product of an object's mass and velocity.
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