Staff Selection Commission Sub Inspector Exam
Question : Comprehension:
Read the given passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.
The rise of social media has undoubtedly changed the way we communicate with one another. It has connected people from all over the world and provided a platform for voices that were once silenced. However, as with any form of communication, social media has its downsides. One of the most significant downsides is the spread of misinformation. With the rise of social media, anyone can become a content creator, which means that anyone can share information without fact-checking or considering the consequences. This has led to a proliferation of false information, from conspiracy theories to hoaxes, that can quickly spread and cause harm. One recent example of this is the COVID-19 pandemic. Social media has played a significant role in the spread of misinformation about the virus and the vaccines. False claims about the safety and effectiveness of the vaccines have caused many people to be hesitant or outright refuse to get vaccinated. This, in turn, has led to the prolongation of the pandemic and the loss of many lives. The spread of misinformation on social media is not a new phenomenon. In fact, it has been around for centuries. However, the speed and ease with which misinformation can spread on social media have made it a particularly pernicious problem in our modern world. Throughout history, misinformation has been used to sow discord and manipulate people. For example, during World War II, the Nazi regime used propaganda to spread false information about Jews, Roma, and other targeted groups in order to justify their persecution and ultimately their extermination. Similarly, during the Cold War, both the United States and the Soviet Union used propaganda to demonise one another and sway public opinion. The difference now is that social media has made it easier than ever to spread false information. A single post or tweet can reach millions of people within seconds, and it can be difficult to counteract the effects of that misinformation once it has spread. So, what can we do about it? The answer is not simple, but it starts with education. We need to teach people how to think critically, how to fact-check, and how to discern between credible sources and fake news. We also need to hold social media companies accountable for the content on their platforms and ensure that they are doing their part to combat the spread of misinformation. In short, the rise of social media has given us a powerful tool for communication, but we must use it wisely. We must be vigilant against the spread of misinformation and work together to ensure that the information we consume and share is accurate and reliable.
Question: Identify the main theme of the passage.
Option 1: The role of education in combating misinformation.
Option 2: The dangers of spreading false information on social media.
Option 3: The significance of propaganda and misinformation.
Option 4: The benefits of social media for communication.
Correct Answer: The dangers of spreading false information on social media.
Solution : The correct choice is the second option.
The passage discusses the impact of social media on communication and highlights a major concern: the spread of false information. It emphasises that while social media has connected people
Question : Which is not an extension of a picture file on a computer?
Option 1: .jpg
Option 2: .png
Option 3: .gif
Option 4: .mdb
Correct Answer: .mdb
Solution : The correct option is .mdb.
The file extension ".mdb" is most commonly linked with Microsoft Access, a relational database management system. MDB files are database files that Microsoft Access creates and uses. These files hold structured data that enables efficient data storage, and
Question : Directions: Among the four answer figures, which can be formed from the cutout pieces in the question figure below?
Option 1:
Option 2:
Option 3:
Option 4:
Correct Answer:
Solution : The various parts of the figure can be numbered as follows –
The parts can be arranged in the following manner –
Hence, the third option is correct.
Question : Which committee recommended the three-language formula?
Option 1: Raj Committee
Option 2: Kothari Committee
Option 3: Rajamannar Committee
Option 4: Dutt Committee
Correct Answer: Kothari Committee
Solution : The correct answer is the Kothari Committee.
The Kothari Committee, established by the Government of India in 1964, introduced the three Language Formula. This formula proposes that students should be educated in their mother tongue, Hindi, and English.
Also known as the National Education
Question : Directions: Arrange the following words as per the order in the dictionary. 1. Application 2. Apoapses 3. Apophis 4. Appeared
Option 1: 1, 2, 3, 4
Option 2: 2, 3, 4, 1
Option 3: 4, 3, 2, 1
Option 4: 3, 4, 2, 1
Correct Answer: 2, 3, 4, 1
Solution : Given: 1. Application 2. Apoapses 3. Apophis 4. Appeared
Step 1: Compare the first letter of each word. Since all the words start with the same letter A, then move on to the next letter. Step 2: The second letter of
Question : Name the famous Indian painter who was awarded the Kaisar-i-Hind Gold Medal by Lord Curzon, the British Viceroy of India.
Option 1: Nandlal Bose
Option 2: Jamini Roy
Option 3: Abanindranath Tagore
Option 4: Raja Ravi Verma
Correct Answer: Raja Ravi Verma
Solution : The correct option is Raja Ravi Verma.
Raja Ravi Verma was a well-known Indian painter who received the Kaisar-i-Hind Gold Medal from Lord Curzon, the British Viceroy of India. Indian painter Raja Ravi Verma (1848–1906) was well-known for his portrayals of Indian
Question : A can do $\frac{4}{5}$th of a work in 20 days and B can do $\frac{3}{4}$th of the same work in 15 days. They work together for 10 days. C alone completes the remaining work in 1 day. B and C together can complete $\frac{3}{4}$th of the same work in:
Option 1: 6 days
Option 2: 8 days
Option 3: 5 days
Option 4: 4 days
Correct Answer: 5 days
Solution : Given : A can do $\frac{4}{5}$th of a work in 20 days. B can do $\frac{3}{4}$th of a work in 15 days. Now, A can complete the whole work $=20\times \frac{5}{4} = 25$ days So, 1 day work of A $=\frac{1}{25}$ B can complete
Question : Directions: Select the figure that will come next in the following figure series.
Solution : According to the given figure series – 1. Both triangles are being rotated 180 degrees in the clockwise direction. So, following the above pattern, the missing figure will be –
Hence, the second option is correct.
Question : What is the difference between the total surface area and the curved surface area of a cone whose radius is 35 cm? (Take $\pi=\frac{22}{7}$)
Option 1: 3850 cm2
Option 2: 3704 cm2
Option 3: 3750 cm2
Option 4: 3675 cm2
Correct Answer: 3850 cm2
Solution : Given: Radius of the cone ($r$) = 35 cm Let the slant height be $l$ cm. Curved surface area = $\pi r l$ Total surface area = $\pi r (l+r)$ Now, Total surface area – curved surface area = $\pi r (l+r)-\pi r
Question : A can run 250 m in 25 sec and B in 30 sec. How many metres start can A give to B in a 1 km race so that the race may end in a dead heat?
Option 1: 169.53 m
Option 2: 173.82 m
Option 3: 166.67 m
Option 4: 186.34 m
Correct Answer: 166.67 m
Solution : A can run 250 m in 25 seconds. ⇒ A can run 1000 m in $\frac{25}{250} \times 1000$ = 100 seconds B can run 250 m in 30 seconds. ⇒ B can run 1000 m in $\frac{30}{250} \times 1000$ = 120 seconds Distance covered
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