Staff Selection Commission Sub Inspector Exam
Question : Directions: In a certain code language, GRAVYS is written as DUJVBY, and BUTLTS is written as WXEVWO. How is SPREAD written in that code language?
Option 1: URTGCF
Option 2: PMNBXA
Option 3: VSUHDG
Option 4: USVGDH
Correct Answer: USVGDH
Solution : Given: The code for GRAVYS is DUJVBY and the code for BUTLTS is WXEVWO.
Divide the letters of GRAVYS into two parts, reverse the letters of the two parts, and add three to the place value of each of the letters – GRA→ARG; VYS→SYV A
Question : Directions: In the following question a series is given, with one/two terms missing. Choose the correct alternative from the given ones that will complete the series. 6, 6, 10, 11, 14, 16, 18, ?
Option 1: 23
Option 2: 19
Option 3: 21
Option 4: 20
Correct Answer: 21
Solution : Given: 6, 6, 10, 11, 14, 16, 18, ?
Add 4 and 5 alternatively to the alternate terms to get the next term in the series. 6 + 4 = 10; 6 + 5 = 11; 10 + 4 = 14; 11 + 5 =
Question : Laxmipriya Mohapatra was associated with which of the following classical dances of India?
Option 1: Sattriya
Option 2: Kathakali
Option 3: Odissi
Option 4: Kuchipudi
Correct Answer: Odissi
Solution : The correct option is Odissi.
Laxmipriya Mohapatra, recognised in Odissi, debuted her first solo performance in 1946. Her innovative choreography, collaborations with Kelucharan Mohapatra and contributions to teaching and cultural promotion defined her legacy. A versatile artist, she embraced Gotipua and left an indelible
Question : Directions: Study the given pattern carefully and select the number that can replace the question mark (?) in it.
Option 1: 78
Option 2: 168
Option 3: 144
Option 4: 89
Correct Answer: 168
Solution : The pattern can be observed running horizontally – First row: (14 + 16) × (16 – 14) = 30 × 2 = 60 Third row: (15 + 18) × (18 – 15) = 33 × 3 = 99 Similarly, Second row: (11 + 17) ×
Question : In which field Balwant Moreshwar Purandare has been awarded the Padma Vibhushan Award in 2019?
Option 1: In folk dance
Option 2: In art-acting-theatre (theatre)
Option 3: In music-flute
Option 4: In painting
Correct Answer: In art-acting-theatre (theatre)
Solution : The correct answer is In art-acting-theatre (theatre).
Balwant Moreshwar Purandare was awarded the Padma Vibhushan Award in 2019 for his contribution to art-acting theatre (theatre). Padma Vibhushan is the second-highest civilian award in India.
Question : Taps A and B can fill a tank in 15 minutes and 10 minutes, respectively while tap C can empty the full tank in x minutes. If all three taps are opened together, the tank is filled completely in 8 minutes. Tap C alone will empty $\frac{3}{8}$ th part of the tank in:
Option 1: 10 minutes
Option 2: $10 \frac{1}{2}$ minutes
Option 3: 9 minutes
Option 4: $8 \frac{1}{2}$ minutes
Correct Answer: 9 minutes
Solution : A can fill the tank in one minute = $\frac{1}{15}$ part of the tank B can fill the tank in one minute = $\frac{1}{10}$ part of the tank Let tap C can empty the tank in $x$ minutes. C can empty the tank in
Question : Directions: Find the missing number from the given responses.
Option 1: 7
Option 2: 8
Option 3: 10
Option 4: 9
Correct Answer: 7
Solution : Multiply the first two numbers in the column and then subtract the third number to get the fourth number in each column.
In the first column: (9 × 8) – 7 = 72 – 7 = 65 In the second column: (6 × 5) –
Question : The given table represents the population of different villages.
Find the ratio of males to females in all villages.
Option 1: 537 : 389
Option 2: 163 : 179
Option 3: 179 : 163
Option 4: 389 : 537
Correct Answer: 179 : 163
Solution : Number of males = 1500 + 1460 + 1105 + 1305 = 5370 Number of females = 1220 + 1320 + 1180 + 1170 = 4890 Ratio of male to female = 5370 : 4890 = 179 : 163 Hence, the correct answer
Question : Directions: In the following question, the given sentence has four parts marked P, Q, R, and S. Choose the part of the sentence with the error and select it as your answer. If there is no error, select 'No Error (S)' as your answer.
The consequence of (P) / his carelessness was (Q) / that the game was lost. (R) / No Error (S)
Option 1: 1
Option 2: 2
Option 3: 3
Option 4: 4
Correct Answer: 4
Solution : The correct answer is the fourth option.
Since the sentence is grammatically accurate and doesn't need any change. The sentence conveys the idea that the game was lost as a result of his carelessness.
Question : If the Union Parliament is to assume legislative power over any subject included in the state list resolution to the effect has to be passed by which of the following?
Option 1: Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha and legislatures of the concerned states
Option 2: Both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha
Option 3: Rajya Sabha
Option 4: Lok Sabha
Correct Answer: Rajya Sabha
Solution : The correct answer is Rajya Sabha.
The Rajya Sabha must approve any resolution to assume legislative authority over a matter on the State List. According to Article 249, the Parliament may pass laws on items on the State List if the Rajya Sabha
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