Staff Selection Commission Sub Inspector Exam
Question : The Shore temple of Mamallapuram was built by:
Option 1: Pallavas
Option 2: Chalukyas
Option 3: Nagas
Option 4: Cholas
Correct Answer: Pallavas
Solution : The correct option is Pallavas.
The Shore Temple of Mamallapuram, also known as the Mamallapuram Shore Temple or the Seven Pagodas, was built by the Pallava dynasty during the reign of Narasimhavarman II (also known as Rajasimha). The temple is in Mamallapuram (known as
Question : Directions: Two statements are given, followed by two conclusions numbered I and II. Assuming the statements to be true, even if they seem to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements. Statements: Some coins are notes. Some notes are bills. Conclusions: I. No coin is a bill. II. All notes being coins is a possibility.
Option 1: Both conclusions I and II follow
Option 2: Only conclusion I follows
Option 3: Only conclusion II follows
Option 4: Neither conclusion I nor II follows
Correct Answer: Only conclusion II follows
Solution : The possible Venn diagram according to the given statement is as follows –
Let's analyse the conclusions – Conclusion I: No coin is a bill – From the Venn diagram, it is evident that there is no direct relation between coins and
Question : Which environment involves the study of the impact of natural resources and ecological factors on businesses?
Option 1: Technological environment
Option 2: Social environment
Option 3: Natural environment
Option 4: Economic environment
Correct Answer: Natural environment
Solution : The correct answer is (C) Natural environment
The natural environment involves the study of the impact of natural resources and ecological factors on businesses. This includes considerations related to environmental sustainability, resource availability, climate change, and how businesses interact with and respond to these
Question : Which of the following five-year plan addressed the issue of removal of poverty as a chief objective for the first time?
Option 1: Fourth Five-Year Plan
Option 2: Third Five-Year Plan
Option 3: Sixth Five-Year Plan
Option 4: Fifth Five-Year Plan
Correct Answer: Fifth Five-Year Plan
Solution : The correct answer is the Fifth Five-Year Plan.
The main objective of the Fifth Five-Year Plan was to eradicate poverty and attain self-reliance. The Central Government under Indira Gandhi came up with the slogan "Garibi Hatao", which means remove poverty.
Question : What are the Morley-Minto Reforms of 1909 known for?
Option 1: Separate electorates
Option 2: Provincial diarchy
Option 3: Provincial autonomy
Option 4: Federalism
Correct Answer: Separate electorates
Solution : The correct option is Separate electorates.
The Morley-Minto Reforms of 1909, also known as the Indian Councils Act of 1909, are primarily known for the introduction of separate electorates based on religion. This clause permitted Muslims to have their separate electorates to choose
Question : Reema runs $\frac{5}{4}$ times as fast as Rekha. In view of this Reema allows Rekha a lead of 50 metres to Rekha in a friendly race competition. What is the distance from the starting point where both Reema and Rekha meet?
Option 1: 250 m
Option 2: 225 m
Option 3: 200 m
Option 4: 240 m
Correct Answer: 250 m
Solution : Reema runs $\frac{5}{4}$ times as fast as Rekha Rekha gives a lead of 50 m to Reema Let's assume Reema runs 5 metres for every 4 metres Rekha runs. Rekha has a lead of 1 m than Reema. According to the question, Rekha gives
Question : Directions: Which of the following Venn diagrams represents the given information? Sea, Fish, Boat
Option 1:
Option 2:
Option 3:
Option 4:
Correct Answer:
Solution : According to the general information, both the boat and fish are found in the sea. So, the circles for boat and fish will overlap the circle for the sea. But, the boat and fish are different from each other. So, their circles will be drawn separately.
Question :
The colour of human skin is produced by
Hemoglobin
Insulin
Adrenaline
Option 4: Melanin
Correct Answer: Melanin
Solution : The correct option is Melanin.
Melanin, a pigment generated by specialised cells known as melanocytes, is principally responsible for the colour of human skin. Melanin is responsible for the varied tones of skin colour found in different people and populations. Melanin is classified into two
Question : EI-Nino is a complex weather system that appears once every three to ______ years, bringing drought, floods and other weather extremes to different parts of the world.
Option 1: seven
Option 2: nine
Option 3: four
Option 4: six
Correct Answer: seven
Solution : The correct option is seven.
El Nino is a climate phenomenon that typically occurs every two to seven years, although the average frequency is approximately every three to five years. It can lead to various weather extremes, including droughts, floods, and other disruptions in different
Question : Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. DEFICIENCY
Option 1: snag
Option 2: excess
Option 3: dearth
Option 4: glitch
Correct Answer: excess
Solution : The correct choice is the second option.
Explanation: Deficiency refers to a lack or shortage of something. Its antonym, excess, represents an abundance or surplus of that same thing. For instance, if there's a deficiency of food, there's not enough; if there's an excess of
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