Read the below statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Mark the correct options: Assertion (A): Humayun's Tomb was the first major Mughal garden tomb and directly inspired the design of the Taj Mahal. Reason (R): It introduced the charbagh garden layout and double-domed mausoleum style that became characteristic of later Mughal architecture.

Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.

Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.

Which of the following correctly reflects the evolution of Indian classical music?

Ragas evolved from jatis; 72-mela was by Venkatamakhi

Jatis evolved from ragas as per ancient texts

72-mela system was given by Bharata in 13th century

Folk music originally used mela and grama scales

The Regulating Act of 1773 primarily introduced changes in the Company's administration in which two distinct areas?

Company's constitution at home and territorial control in India.

Company's Judicial system and revenue collection.

Company's Military strategy and trade regulations.

Company's relations with princely states and foreign policy.

Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are given below. Choose the correct option: Assertion (A): Population explosion occurs when death rates decline rapidly but birth rates remain high. Reason (R): Societal reproductive behavior changes instantly with improvements in healthcare.

Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A

Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation

Which of the following best reflects the fundamental objective of applying generative design in aerospace systems engineering?

Optimizing mechanical configurations for minimum mass and maximum structural resilience

Facilitating seamless integration of multi-payload platforms in shared bus structures

Enhancing life-support redundancies to meet crew safety protocols in deep-space missions

Designing adaptive thrust mechanisms to dynamically control orbital corrections

Under Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita(BNSS), what is the maximum period for which a person can be held in police custody in total, even if remanded periodically by a magistrate?

15 days (for initial remand, extendable)

Read the below statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Mark the correct options: Assertion (A): UDAN Scheme improves regional air connectivity. Reason (R): It provides financial viability gap funding to airlines.

Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A

Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A

Which of the following statements about light industries is correct?

Use light materials to make consumer goods

They process heavy ores and minerals.

They produce large-scale industrial machinery.

They require bulky and heavy raw materials.

SSC CGL – Combined Graduate Level Examination Tier 1 2025 प्रश्नपत्र, उत्तर सहित

Q1प्रश्न खोलें
In the following question, select the related word from the given alternatives Liberty : Autonomy :: Equality : ?
1. Legitimacy
2. Neutrality
3. Fairness
4. Diversity
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (C) Fairness
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (C) Fairness, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]
Q2प्रश्न खोलें
Select the letter-cluster from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series. BGL, GLQ, LQV, QVA, ?
1. ZAS
2. OKS
3. VAF
4. AVG
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (C) VAF
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (C) VAF, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]
Q3प्रश्न खोलें
Select the letter-cluster from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series. DAG, FCI, ?, JGM, LIO
1. GDJ
2. IFL
3. HKE
4. HEK
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (D) HEK
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (D) HEK, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]
Q4प्रश्न खोलें
Which of the following alternatives will replace the question mark? Atom, Molecule, Cell, ?
1. Tissue
2. Proton
3. System
4. Gene
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (A) Tissue
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (A) Tissue, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]
Q5प्रश्न खोलें
Complete the series: _______, 150, 183, 219, 258
1. 120
2. 148
3. 361
4. 247
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (A) 120
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (A) 120, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]
Q6प्रश्न खोलें
What will come at the place of question mark? 2, 12, 30, 56, 90, ?
1. 132
2. 140
3. 142
4. 150
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (A) 132
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (A) 132, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]
Q7प्रश्न खोलें
Read the following statement carefully and identify the conclusion that follows. Statement: Most farmers in the region depend on monsoon rains for irrigation. Conclusions: I. The region does not have proper irrigation infrastructure. II. A weak monsoon may reduce agricultural output.
1. Only Conclusion I follows
2. Only Conclusion II follows
3. Both I and II follow
4. Neither I nor II follows
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (B) Only Conclusion II follows
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (B) Only Conclusion II follows, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]
Q8प्रश्न खोलें
Instruction: Identify the assumptions that must hold for the statement to be valid, then choose the correct option. Statement: The discovery of exoplanets in habitable zones around distant stars has provided exciting prospects for the search for extraterrestrial life, yet the vast distances and technological limitations pose significant obstacles to direct exploration. Assumptions: I. Exoplanets located in habitable zones may have the potential to support life. II. Current technology is insufficient to directly explore exoplanets in habitable zones. III. Direct exploration of exoplanets will be unnecessary if we detect signs of life remotely.
1. Only I and II are implicit
2. Only II and III are implicit
3. Only I is implicit
4. All assumptions are implicit
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (A) Only I and II are implicit
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (A) Only I and II are implicit, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]
Q9प्रश्न खोलें
How many meaningful four-letter English words can be formed using the first, second, third, and sixth letters of the word "PROVIDE" (when counted from left to right), using each letter only once in each word?
1. One
2. Three
3. Two
4. Five
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (B) Three
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (B) Three, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]
Q10प्रश्न खोलें
Which of the following addresses are identical to each other: 1. Rajeev Chauhan 3/5, Lotus Enclave, Kanpur, 208012 2. Rajeev Chauhan 3-5, Lotus Enclave, Kanpur, 208012 3. Rajeev Chauhan 3-5, Lotus Enclave, Kanpur, 208012 4. Rajeev Chauhan 3-5, Lotus Enclave, Kanpur, 208002
1. 1 and 2
2. 2 and 3
3. 2 and 4
4. 3 and 4
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (B) 2 and 3
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (B) 2 and 3, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]
Q11प्रश्न खोलें
Each of the letters in the word STAMINA is arranged in alphabetical order. How many letters are there in the English alphabetical series between the letter that is first from the left and the one that is fourth from the right in the new letter-cluster formed?
1. 11
2. 12
3. 13
4. 14
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (A) 11
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (A) 11, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]
Q12प्रश्न खोलें
Find the best option that best completes the analogy. NPR : OQS :: XYZ : ? NPR: OQS:: XYZ: ?
1. YZA
2. ZAB
3. YAC
4. YAZ
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (A) YZA
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (A) YZA, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]
Q13प्रश्न खोलें
In a row of 50 books, Book A is 15th from left and Book B is 20th from right. How many books lie between them?
1. 17
2. 15
3. 12
4. 10
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (B) 15
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (B) 15, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]
Q14प्रश्न खोलें
In each of the following questions, the second word is formed by rearranging the letters of the first word according to a specific pattern. Identify that pattern and apply the same to the third word to find the correct answer from the given alternatives. NUMERAL : UEALRMN :: ALGEBRA : ?
1. LRBAGEA
2. BARLAGE
3. LERAGBA
4. LERABGA
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (D) LERABGA
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (D) LERABGA, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]
Q15प्रश्न खोलें
Find the odd one out from the given alternatives:
1. TDS
2. GST
3. VAT
4. DNA
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (D) DNA
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (D) DNA, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]
Q16प्रश्न खोलें
If A is the son of B, and B is the brother of C, how is C related to A?
1. Father
2. Uncle
3. Brother
4. Cousin
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (B) Uncle
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (B) Uncle, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]
Q17प्रश्न खोलें
One number is not like the others: 1331, 2197, 3375, 4096
1. 1331
2. 3375
3. 4096
4. 2197
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (C) 4096
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (C) 4096, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]
Q18प्रश्न खोलें
Find the number that breaks the pattern: 2, 5, 10, 17, 28, 40, 58
1. 10
2. 17
3. 40
4. 28
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (C) 40
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (C) 40, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]
Q19प्रश्न खोलें
In a certain code language, each letter is assigned a unique digit. Based on the given codes for specific words, determine the code for the target word using the same logic. If MOUSE is coded as 45291 and RAT as 786, how is STORE coded?
1. 96571
2. 97653
3. 98345
4. 96278
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (A) 96571
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (A) 96571, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]
Q20प्रश्न खोलें
If 7 $ 3 = 58 and 6 $ 2 = 40, what is 5 $ 1?
1. 26
2. 24
3. 28
4. 22
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (A) 26
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (A) 26, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]
Q21प्रश्न खोलें
Pointing to a girl, a woman says, 'She is the daughter of my mother's only daughter.' How is the girl related to the woman?
1. Daughter
2. Daughter-in-law
3. Cousin
4. Sister
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (A) Daughter
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (A) Daughter, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]
Q22प्रश्न खोलें
A woman says, "This man's son's sister is my daughter." How is the woman related to the man?
1. Wife
2. Sister
3. Mother
4. Daughter-in-law
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (A) Wife
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (A) Wife, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]
Q23प्रश्न खोलें
Two numbers are in ratio 7:9, and their sum is 128. Find the numbers.
1. 49, 79
2. 56, 72
3. 62, 66
4. 70, 58
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (B) 56, 72
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (B) 56, 72, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]
Q24प्रश्न खोलें
If 16 + 11 = A and 1/9 = B, and A % B = (A × B) - 1, then what is A % B?
1. 0
2. -3
3. 2
4. 5
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (C) 2
व्याख्या
A = 27 and B = 1/9, so A % B = 27 × 1/9 - 1 = 3 - 1 = 2. (Verified against the official SSC answer key.)
Q25प्रश्न खोलें
If the sum of 28 and 22 is multiplied by 8, what is the result?
1. 384
2. 400
3. 415
4. 416
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (B) 400
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (B) 400, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]
Q26प्रश्न खोलें
Read the below statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Mark the correct options: Assertion (A): Humayun's Tomb was the first major Mughal garden tomb and directly inspired the design of the Taj Mahal. Reason (R): It introduced the charbagh garden layout and double-domed mausoleum style that became characteristic of later Mughal architecture.
1. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
2. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
3. A is true, but R is false.
4. A is false, but R is true.
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (A) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (A) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A., as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]
Q27प्रश्न खोलें
Which ancient ruler's administration is noted for its highly centralized structure?
1. Harshavardhana
2. Samudragupta
3. Chandragupta Maurya
4. Pulakeshin II
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (C) Chandragupta Maurya
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (C) Chandragupta Maurya, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]
Q28प्रश्न खोलें
Which of the following correctly reflects the evolution of Indian classical music?
1. Jatis evolved from ragas as per ancient texts
2. 72-mela system was given by Bharata in 13th century
3. Folk music originally used mela and grama scales
4. Ragas evolved from jatis; 72-mela was by Venkatamakhi
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (D) Ragas evolved from jatis; 72-mela was by Venkatamakhi
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (D) Ragas evolved from jatis; 72-mela was by Venkatamakhi, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]
Q29प्रश्न खोलें
Consider the following statements about the phases of long jump: 1) The athlete attains maximum momentum by running on the runway before take-off. 2) During take-off, the athlete pushes off with the weaker foot to maintain balance. Which of the statements given above are correct?
1. Only 1 is Correct
2. Only 2 is Correct
3. 1 and 2 are correct
4. Neither 1 nor 2 are Correct
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (A) Only 1 is Correct
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (A) Only 1 is Correct, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]
Q30प्रश्न खोलें
Mary Kom's most recent international gold medal was won at which tournament?
1. Asian Games, Hangzhou
2. President's Cup, Indonesia
3. Commonwealth Games, Birmingham
4. Olympic Games, Tokyo
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (B) President's Cup, Indonesia
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (B) President's Cup, Indonesia, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]
Q31प्रश्न खोलें
The Regulating Act of 1773 primarily introduced changes in the Company's administration in which two distinct areas?
1. Company's Judicial system and revenue collection.
2. Company's Military strategy and trade regulations.
3. Company's constitution at home and territorial control in India.
4. Company's relations with princely states and foreign policy.
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (C) Company's constitution at home and territorial control in India.
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (C) Company's constitution at home and territorial control in India., as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]
Q32प्रश्न खोलें
Consider the following statements regarding India's water-sharing treaties with its neighbours: 1) The Mahakali Treaty signed with Nepal in 1996 includes provisions for integrated development of the Mahakali River and the Pancheshwar Project. 2) The Ganga Water Treaty signed with Bangladesh in 1996 allows for the sharing of Ganga waters at Farakka throughout the entire year. Which of the statements above is/are correct?
1. Only 1 is Correct
2. Only 2 is Correct
3. Both 1 and 2 are Correct
4. Neither 1 nor 2 are Correct
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (A) Only 1 is Correct
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (A) Only 1 is Correct, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]
Q33प्रश्न खोलें
Fill in the blank: Under the SLKIC vertical of Khelo India, ____ Kendriya Vidyalayas have been adopted in partnership with KVS.
1. 3
2. 4
3. 5
4. 6
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (D) 6
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (D) 6, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]
Q34प्रश्न खोलें
Consider the following statements about "The Adventures of Kakababu, Volume 1" by Sunil Gangopadhyaya: 1) A pioneering Bengali adventure novel featuring detective Kakababu with mystery and cultural themes. 2) A political satire on post-independence Indian governance. 3) An autobiography of the author's freedom fighter experiences in Bengal. Which of the above statements is/are correct?
1. Only statement 1 is correct
2. Only statement 2 is correct
3. Statements 2 and 3 are correct
4. 1, 2 and 3 are correct
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (A) Only statement 1 is correct
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (A) Only statement 1 is correct, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]
Q35प्रश्न खोलें
Which indian political leader addressed a special session in 2025 on "Environment, COP-30, and Global Health" ?
1. Piyush Goyal
2. Hardeep Puri
3. Narendra Modi
4. S. Jaishankar
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (C) Narendra Modi
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (C) Narendra Modi, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]
Q36प्रश्न खोलें
Which of the following types of landslides involves backward rotation of the slipping material?
1. Rockslide
2. Rock fall
3. Slump
4. Debris fall
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (C) Slump
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (C) Slump, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]
Q37प्रश्न खोलें
What is meant by population density?
1. Population per household
2. People per square kilometre
3. People per region
4. People per district
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (B) People per square kilometre
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (B) People per square kilometre, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]
Q38प्रश्न खोलें
Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are given below. Choose the correct option: Assertion (A): Population explosion occurs when death rates decline rapidly but birth rates remain high. Reason (R): Societal reproductive behavior changes instantly with improvements in healthcare.
1. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
2. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation
3. A is true, but R is false
4. A is false, but R is true
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (C) A is true, but R is false
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (C) A is true, but R is false, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]
Q39प्रश्न खोलें
Which of the following best reflects the fundamental objective of applying generative design in aerospace systems engineering?
1. Facilitating seamless integration of multi-payload platforms in shared bus structures
2. Optimizing mechanical configurations for minimum mass and maximum structural resilience
3. Enhancing life-support redundancies to meet crew safety protocols in deep-space missions
4. Designing adaptive thrust mechanisms to dynamically control orbital corrections
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (B) Optimizing mechanical configurations for minimum mass and maximum structural resilience
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (B) Optimizing mechanical configurations for minimum mass and maximum structural resilience, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]
Q40प्रश्न खोलें
The function of lysosomes in cells is:
1. Protein synthesis
2. Intracellular digestion
3. Energy production
4. Genetic information storage
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (B) Intracellular digestion
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (B) Intracellular digestion, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]
Q41प्रश्न खोलें
Which of the following statements regarding Article 270 are correct? 1) Article 270 governs the sharing of taxes between the Union and States, including proceeds from GST. 2) After the 101st Constitutional Amendment, Article 270 includes provisions for distributing revenue from Union taxes and GST. 3) The GST Compensation Cess is also shared between the Union and States under Article 270.
1. 1 and 3 only
2. 1 Only
3. 1 & 2 only
4. 2 & 3 only
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (C) 1 & 2 only
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (C) 1 & 2 only, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]
Q42प्रश्न खोलें
If Earth's radius were reduced by 1% while its mass remained unchanged, what would be the effect on the gravitational acceleration at its surface?
1. Increase by approximately 1%
2. Decrease by approximately 2%
3. Increase by approximately 2%
4. Decrease by approximately 1%
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (C) Increase by approximately 2%
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (C) Increase by approximately 2%, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]
Q43प्रश्न खोलें
Under Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita(BNSS), what is the maximum period for which a person can be held in police custody in total, even if remanded periodically by a magistrate?
1. 30 days
2. 60 days
3. 90 days
4. 15 days (for initial remand, extendable)
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (D) 15 days (for initial remand, extendable)
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (D) 15 days (for initial remand, extendable), as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]
Q44प्रश्न खोलें
What is the age range for farmers to enrol in the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Maandhan Yojana (PM-KMY)?
1. 18-30 years
2. 18-40 years
3. 21-45 years
4. 25-50 years
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (B) 18-40 years
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (B) 18-40 years, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]
Q45प्रश्न खोलें
Read the below statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Mark the correct options: Assertion (A): UDAN Scheme improves regional air connectivity. Reason (R): It provides financial viability gap funding to airlines.
1. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
2. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
3. A is true, but R is false
4. A is false, but R is true
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (A) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (A) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]
Q46प्रश्न खोलें
According to the Global Cities Index 2025 by Oxford Economics, which two cities retained their top positions?
1. Tokyo and Beijing
2. London and New York
3. Paris and Rome
4. Berlin and Moscow
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (B) London and New York
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (B) London and New York, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]
Q47प्रश्न खोलें
Which of the following statements about light industries is correct?
1. They process heavy ores and minerals.
2. They produce large-scale industrial machinery.
3. They require bulky and heavy raw materials.
4. Use light materials to make consumer goods
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (D) Use light materials to make consumer goods
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (D) Use light materials to make consumer goods, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]
Q48प्रश्न खोलें
Schedule VII of the Constitution contains _______.
1. Election guidelines
2. Three legislative lists
3. Emergency powers
4. Judicial provisions
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (B) Three legislative lists
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (B) Three legislative lists, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]
Q49प्रश्न खोलें
A coastal city implements a plan to build sea walls and elevate buildings in response to rising sea levels. This action primarily falls under which category of climate change response?
1. Climate Change Mitigation.
2. Carbon Sequestration.
3. Geoengineering.
4. Climate Change Adaptation.
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (D) Climate Change Adaptation.
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (D) Climate Change Adaptation., as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]
Q50प्रश्न खोलें
What specific physical quantity ensures a satellite maintains its orbit without continuous propulsion?
1. Mass
2. Gravitational pull
3. Orbital velocity
4. Atmospheric drag
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (C) Orbital velocity
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (C) Orbital velocity, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]
Q51प्रश्न खोलें
Let x = √3 + √5 and y = √8 + √2. Which is greater?
1. x=y
2. x>y
3. y>x
4. Cannot be determined
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (C) y>x
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (C) y>x, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]
Q52प्रश्न खोलें
The number of red, blue, and green marbles in a bag is in the ratio 3 : 4 : 6. If 20 red marbles, 15 blue marbles, and an unknown number of green marbles are added to the bag, the ratio of red, blue, and green marbles becomes 4 : 5 : 7. Determine the number of green marbles added.
1. 3
2. 5
3. 7
4. 9
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (B) 5
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (B) 5, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]
Q53प्रश्न खोलें
Evaluate the continued fraction: x = 2 + 1/(3 + 1/(4 + 1/2))
1. 67/29
2. 41/17
3. 45/19
4. 47/20
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (A) 67/29
व्याख्या
4 + 1/2 = 9/2, so 1/(9/2) = 2/9; 3 + 2/9 = 29/9, so 1/(29/9) = 9/29; x = 2 + 9/29 = 67/29. (Verified against the official SSC answer key.)
Q54प्रश्न खोलें
A and B invest ₹40,000 and ₹60,000 respectively in a business. What is A's share in a profit of ₹50,000?
1. ₹15,000
2. ₹20,000
3. ₹25,000
4. ₹30,000
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (B) ₹20,000
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (B) ₹20,000, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]
Q55प्रश्न खोलें
A and B contribute to a business investment in the ratio 3:5. They earn a profit of ₹64,000. A is a working partner and receives 10% of the profit extra. What is A's total share?
1. ₹26,500
2. ₹28,000
3. ₹38,500
4. ₹36,000
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (B) ₹28,000
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (B) ₹28,000, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]
Q56प्रश्न खोलें
In a team of 75 employees, the average monthly sales per employee is ₹ 1.8 lakh. If 30 junior employees average ₹ 1.2 lakh each, what is the average monthly sales figure (in ₹ lakh) for the senior employees?
1. ₹4.2 lakh
2. ₹2.2 lakh
3. ₹2.8 lakh
4. ₹2.7 lakh
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (B) ₹2.2 lakh
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (B) ₹2.2 lakh, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]
Q57प्रश्न खोलें
The price of petrol shot up by 5%. Before the hike, the price was Rs. 82 per litre. A man travels 3045 km every month and his car gives a mileage of 15 km per litre. What is the increase in the monthly expenditure (to the nearest Rs.) on the man's travel due to the hike in the petrol prices?
1. ₹820
2. ₹832
3. ₹845
4. ₹850
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (B) ₹832
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (B) ₹832, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]
Q58प्रश्न खोलें
A company placed an order for 20 high-end laptops and some quantity of standard desktops. The price of a high-end laptop was 5 times that of a standard desktop. Due to a mistake, the number of laptops and desktops was interchanged in the delivery. This caused the total bill to increase by 80%. What was the ratio of the number of high-end laptops to standard desktops in the original order?
1. 1:2
2. 2:1
3. 5:2
4. 2:5
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (D) 2:5
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (D) 2:5, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]
Q59प्रश्न खोलें
Find the compound interest on ₹8,000 at 12% per annum for 3 years 4 months, compounded annually.
1. ₹3,000
2. ₹4,000
3. ₹3,689
4. ₹3,600
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (C) ₹3,689
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (C) ₹3,689, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]
Q60प्रश्न खोलें
A candy shop owner buys three kinds of candies: red, blue, and green. Red candies are purchased at 3 for ₹15, blue candies at 4 for ₹18, and green candies at 5 for ₹22. He mixes them in the ratio 1 : 1 : 2. He sells all the mixed candies at 2 for ₹10. What is his approximate gain or loss percentage?
1. Loss of 9.2%
2. Profit of 9.29%
3. Profit of 10%
4. Loss of 10%
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (B) Profit of 9.29%
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (B) Profit of 9.29%, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]
Q61प्रश्न खोलें
The ratio of boys to girls in a school is 7:5. If 20 more girls join the school, the new ratio of boys to girls becomes 7:6. What is the total number of students in the school initially?
1. 200
2. 240
3. 300
4. 360
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (B) 240
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (B) 240, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]
Q62प्रश्न खोलें
A, B, and C are capable of completing a job in 30, 45, and 90 days, respectively. A works every day, while B and C join A every fifth day. How long will it take to finish the task?
1. 25 days
2. 18 days
3. 16 days
4. 12 days
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (A) 25 days
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (A) 25 days, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]
Q63प्रश्न खोलें
A 100-litre solution contains acid and water in the ratio 3:2. Some quantity of this solution is removed and replaced with pure acid. If the final ratio of acid to water becomes 7:3, how many litres of solution were replaced?
1. 35 litres
2. 25 litres
3. 50 litres
4. 20 litres
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (B) 25 litres
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (B) 25 litres, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]
Q64प्रश्न खोलें
The ratio of the efficiencies of two workers, P and Q, is 5 : 2. If P can complete a project in 12 days, how many days will Q take to complete the same project alone?
1. 24 days
2. 30 days
3. 35 days
4. 40 days
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (B) 30 days
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (B) 30 days, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]
Q65प्रश्न खोलें
A car starts from point P on a circular track and an SUV starts from point Q, which is 600 meters ahead of P in the direction of motion. The car's speed is 15 m/s, and the SUV's speed is 10 m/s. The circumference of the track is 1.5 km. How much distance will the car have traveled when it first overtakes the SUV?
1. 900 m
2. 1200 m
3. 1500 m
4. 1800 m
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (D) 1800 m
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (D) 1800 m, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]
Q66प्रश्न खोलें
A circular park having a radius of 14 m. If a 1.5 m wide path is built around it, what is the approximate area of the path?
1. 139 m²
2. 135 m²
3. 142 m²
4. 150 m²
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (A) 139 m²
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (A) 139 m², as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]
Q67प्रश्न खोलें
What is 5π/4 radians in degrees?
1. 225°
2. 180°
3. 240°
4. 360°
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (A) 225°
व्याख्या
5π/4 × 180°/π = 225°. (Verified against the official SSC answer key.)
Q68प्रश्न खोलें
The line y = -x + 4 passes through which of the following points?
1. (2, 2)
2. (5, 4)
3. (1, 2)
4. (3, 6)
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (A) (2, 2)
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (A) (2, 2), as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]
Q69प्रश्न खोलें
What is the central angle of a sector with an arc length of 10 cm in a circle of radius 5 cm?
1. 6 radians
2. 3 radians
3. 2 radians
4. 4 radians
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (C) 2 radians
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (C) 2 radians, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]
Q70प्रश्न खोलें
If tan(90° - A) = √3, what is sin A?
1. 1/2
2. √3/2
3. √2/2
4. 3/4
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (A) 1/2
व्याख्या
tan(90° - A) = cot A = √3, so A = 30° and sin A = 1/2. (Verified against the official SSC answer key.)
Q71प्रश्न खोलें
If x = √7, determine the value of x + 1/x.
1. 8√7/7
2. 7√7/8
3. 7√7/9
4. 9√7/7
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (A) 8√7/7
व्याख्या
√7 + 1/√7 = (7 + 1)/√7 = 8/√7 = 8√7/7. (Verified against the official SSC answer key.)
Q72प्रश्न खोलें
Two triangles are similar with sides in the ratio 3:5. What is the ratio of their areas?
1. 3:5
2. 5:3
3. 9:25
4. 25:9
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (C) 9:25
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (C) 9:25, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]
Q73प्रश्न खोलें
If x = √[(2 + √3)/(2 - √3)], then determine the value of x² + x - 9.
1. 3√3
2. 5√3
3. 7√3
4. 9√3
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (B) 5√3
व्याख्या
(2 + √3)/(2 - √3) = (2 + √3)², so x = 2 + √3. Then x² + x - 9 = (7 + 4√3) + (2 + √3) - 9 = 5√3. (Verified against the official SSC answer key.)
Q74प्रश्न खोलें
The angles of a cyclic quadrilateral are in the ratio 1:2:3:4. What is the measure of the smallest angle?
1. 36°
2. 72°
3. 108°
4. 144°
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (A) 36°
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (A) 36°, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]
Q75प्रश्न खोलें
If sec A = 13/5 and A is acute, find sin A.
1. 5/13
2. 12/13
3. 13/12
4. 13/5
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (B) 12/13
व्याख्या
cos A = 5/13, so sin A = √(1 - 25/169) = 12/13. (Verified against the official SSC answer key.)
Q76प्रश्न खोलें
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word: ABNEGATE
1. Demand
2. Accept
3. Renounce
4. Support
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (C) Renounce
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (C) Renounce, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]
Q77प्रश्न खोलें
Choose the correct meaning of idiom: Move heaven and earth
1. To relocate frequently
2. To work tirelessly to achieve something
3. To stay silent in protest
4. To follow blindly
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (B) To work tirelessly to achieve something
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (B) To work tirelessly to achieve something, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]
Q78प्रश्न खोलें
Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word. Puissant
1. Feeble
2. Robust
3. Powerful
4. Strong
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (A) Feeble
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (A) Feeble, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]
Q79प्रश्न खोलें
Identify the misspelt word
1. Supersede
2. Perseverance
3. Priviledge
4. Assassinate
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (C) Priviledge
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (C) Priviledge, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]
Q80प्रश्न खोलें
Spot the correct spelling of a drug-effect psychology field.
1. Psychopharmacology
2. Psychopharmacholog
3. Psychopharmeocology
4. Psychopharmocology
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (A) Psychopharmacology
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (A) Psychopharmacology, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]
Q81प्रश्न खोलें
Choose the correct one-word substitute for: 'A person who abstains from all forms of indulgence'.
1. Ascetic
2. Agnostic
3. Mystic
4. Skeptic
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (A) Ascetic
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (A) Ascetic, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]
Q82प्रश्न खोलें
Select the correct option: Neither the principal investigator ________ the co-authors anticipated the backlash.
1. nor
2. or
3. and
4. nor did
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (A) nor
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (A) nor, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]
Q83प्रश्न खोलें
Select the correct option: The board will convene next Friday, ____ final approval is expected.
1. at which
2. on which
3. when
4. whereupon
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (C) when
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (C) when, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]
Q84प्रश्न खोलें
Select the correct option: Nothing short of a paradigm shift will ____ the entrenched bureaucratic inertia.
1. persuade
2. dislodge
3. dissuasion
4. disillusion
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (B) dislodge
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (B) dislodge, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]
Q85प्रश्न खोलें
Find the part of the sentence that contains an error: Much of what appears to be coordination (1)/ among the regulatory bodies and private stakeholders (2)/ are, in fact, coincidental overlaps (3)/ caused by differing mandates. (4)
1. (1)
2. (2)
3. (3)
4. (4)
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (C) (3)
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (C) (3), as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]
Q86प्रश्न खोलें
Find the part of the sentence that contains an error: That the framework lacks provisions for backward compatibility (1)/ is less problematic than the assumption (2)/ that all peripheral institutions will, without coercion, (3)/ adheres to the central directive as framed. (4)
1. (1)
2. (2)
3. (3)
4. (4)
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (D) (4)
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (D) (4), as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]
Q87प्रश्न खोलें
Change the following from active to passive: People can seldom access archived manuscripts without clearance.
1. Archived manuscripts can seldom being accessed without clearance.
2. Archived manuscripts could seldom be accessed without clearance.
3. Archived manuscripts can seldom be accessed without clearance.
4. Archived manuscripts are seldom able to be accessed without clearance.
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (C) Archived manuscripts can seldom be accessed without clearance.
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (C) Archived manuscripts can seldom be accessed without clearance., as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]
Q88प्रश्न खोलें
Select the sentence containing the homonym of the highlighted word: The prince's gules dominated the family coat of arms.
1. The tapestry featured gules and argent prominently.
2. The chef prepared a sauce of deep gules and cumin.
3. The gules border signified martial lineage.
4. The herald explained the symbolism of gules to visitors.
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (B) The chef prepared a sauce of deep gules and cumin.
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (B) The chef prepared a sauce of deep gules and cumin., as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]
Q89प्रश्न खोलें
Convert the sentence provided below from its passive voice structure to an active voice structure: The package is delivered to the office every morning.
1. The office delivers the package every morning.
2. Someone delivers the package to the office every morning.
3. The office has delivered the package every morning.
4. The package delivers itself to the office every morning.
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (B) Someone delivers the package to the office every morning.
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (B) Someone delivers the package to the office every morning., as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]
Q90प्रश्न खोलें
Read the following passage and answer the question based on it. Passage: The proliferation of social media has fundamentally transformed the democratic landscape, acting both as a catalyst for civic engagement and a conduit for manipulation. Platforms like Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, once relegated to the domain of personal expression, now serve as powerful instruments of political discourse, enabling citizens to articulate opinions, mobilize for causes, and scrutinize authority in real-time. At its core, democracy thrives on the free flow of information, and social media ostensibly democratizes this process by dismantling traditional gatekeeping. Political leaders communicate directly with constituents, bypassing editorial filters, while grassroots movements harness virality to amplify marginalized voices. During critical events—be it elections, protests, or legislative debates—social media acts as a digital agora, fostering participatory dialogue that was once confined to town halls or print columns. However, this unprecedented openness is double-edged. The same platforms that disseminate truth can also propagate misinformation, polarize public opinion, and algorithmically reinforce ideological silos. Electoral interference through fake accounts, coordinated trolling, and the spread of disinformation campaigns have threatened electoral integrity in several democracies. Moreover, emotionally charged content, optimized for engagement rather than accuracy, often eclipses nuanced debate, reducing political discourse to a cacophony of outrage. The role of social media in democracy, therefore, is contingent not just on its technological architecture, but on the ethical frameworks governing its use. Regulatory oversight, media literacy, and algorithmic transparency are essential to harness its democratic potential while mitigating its subversive tendencies. In essence, social media is neither inherently virtuous nor inherently corrosive—it is a mirror of societal intent. Whether it becomes a pillar of democratic resilience or a tool of populist distortion depends largely on how it is wielded by citizens, institutions, and platforms alike What primary democratic function does social media serve, as per the paragraph?
1. Promoting entertainment
2. Replacing newspapers
3. Facilitating free flow of information
4. Organizing trade unions
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (C) Facilitating free flow of information
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (C) Facilitating free flow of information, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]
Q91प्रश्न खोलें
Read the following passage and answer the question based on it. Passage: The proliferation of social media has fundamentally transformed the democratic landscape, acting both as a catalyst for civic engagement and a conduit for manipulation. Platforms like Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, once relegated to the domain of personal expression, now serve as powerful instruments of political discourse, enabling citizens to articulate opinions, mobilize for causes, and scrutinize authority in real-time. At its core, democracy thrives on the free flow of information, and social media ostensibly democratizes this process by dismantling traditional gatekeeping. Political leaders communicate directly with constituents, bypassing editorial filters, while grassroots movements harness virality to amplify marginalized voices. During critical events—be it elections, protests, or legislative debates—social media acts as a digital agora, fostering participatory dialogue that was once confined to town halls or print columns. However, this unprecedented openness is double-edged. The same platforms that disseminate truth can also propagate misinformation, polarize public opinion, and algorithmically reinforce ideological silos. Electoral interference through fake accounts, coordinated trolling, and the spread of disinformation campaigns have threatened electoral integrity in several democracies. Moreover, emotionally charged content, optimized for engagement rather than accuracy, often eclipses nuanced debate, reducing political discourse to a cacophony of outrage. The role of social media in democracy, therefore, is contingent not just on its technological architecture, but on the ethical frameworks governing its use. Regulatory oversight, media literacy, and algorithmic transparency are essential to harness its democratic potential while mitigating its subversive tendencies. In essence, social media is neither inherently virtuous nor inherently corrosive—it is a mirror of societal intent. Whether it becomes a pillar of democratic resilience or a tool of populist distortion depends largely on how it is wielded by citizens, institutions, and platforms alike What makes social media a double-edged tool in democratic societies?
1. Its affordability
2. Its visual design
3. Its ability to spread both truth and misinformation
4. Its international reach
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (C) Its ability to spread both truth and misinformation
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (C) Its ability to spread both truth and misinformation, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]
Q92प्रश्न खोलें
Read the following passage and answer the question based on it. Passage: The proliferation of social media has fundamentally transformed the democratic landscape, acting both as a catalyst for civic engagement and a conduit for manipulation. Platforms like Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, once relegated to the domain of personal expression, now serve as powerful instruments of political discourse, enabling citizens to articulate opinions, mobilize for causes, and scrutinize authority in real-time. At its core, democracy thrives on the free flow of information, and social media ostensibly democratizes this process by dismantling traditional gatekeeping. Political leaders communicate directly with constituents, bypassing editorial filters, while grassroots movements harness virality to amplify marginalized voices. During critical events—be it elections, protests, or legislative debates—social media acts as a digital agora, fostering participatory dialogue that was once confined to town halls or print columns. However, this unprecedented openness is double-edged. The same platforms that disseminate truth can also propagate misinformation, polarize public opinion, and algorithmically reinforce ideological silos. Electoral interference through fake accounts, coordinated trolling, and the spread of disinformation campaigns have threatened electoral integrity in several democracies. Moreover, emotionally charged content, optimized for engagement rather than accuracy, often eclipses nuanced debate, reducing political discourse to a cacophony of outrage. The role of social media in democracy, therefore, is contingent not just on its technological architecture, but on the ethical frameworks governing its use. Regulatory oversight, media literacy, and algorithmic transparency are essential to harness its democratic potential while mitigating its subversive tendencies. In essence, social media is neither inherently virtuous nor inherently corrosive—it is a mirror of societal intent. Whether it becomes a pillar of democratic resilience or a tool of populist distortion depends largely on how it is wielded by citizens, institutions, and platforms alike According to the paragraph, which element amplifies marginalized voices through social media?
1. Editorial boards
2. Gatekeeping journalism
3. Viral reach and grassroots mobilization
4. Institutional press
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (C) Viral reach and grassroots mobilization
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (C) Viral reach and grassroots mobilization, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]
Q93प्रश्न खोलें
Read the following passage and answer the question based on it. Passage: The proliferation of social media has fundamentally transformed the democratic landscape, acting both as a catalyst for civic engagement and a conduit for manipulation. Platforms like Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, once relegated to the domain of personal expression, now serve as powerful instruments of political discourse, enabling citizens to articulate opinions, mobilize for causes, and scrutinize authority in real-time. At its core, democracy thrives on the free flow of information, and social media ostensibly democratizes this process by dismantling traditional gatekeeping. Political leaders communicate directly with constituents, bypassing editorial filters, while grassroots movements harness virality to amplify marginalized voices. During critical events—be it elections, protests, or legislative debates—social media acts as a digital agora, fostering participatory dialogue that was once confined to town halls or print columns. However, this unprecedented openness is double-edged. The same platforms that disseminate truth can also propagate misinformation, polarize public opinion, and algorithmically reinforce ideological silos. Electoral interference through fake accounts, coordinated trolling, and the spread of disinformation campaigns have threatened electoral integrity in several democracies. Moreover, emotionally charged content, optimized for engagement rather than accuracy, often eclipses nuanced debate, reducing political discourse to a cacophony of outrage. The role of social media in democracy, therefore, is contingent not just on its technological architecture, but on the ethical frameworks governing its use. Regulatory oversight, media literacy, and algorithmic transparency are essential to harness its democratic potential while mitigating its subversive tendencies. In essence, social media is neither inherently virtuous nor inherently corrosive—it is a mirror of societal intent. Whether it becomes a pillar of democratic resilience or a tool of populist distortion depends largely on how it is wielded by citizens, institutions, and platforms alike What does the author suggest as a critical solution to social media misuse in democracies?
1. Enhanced meme culture
2. Legalizing all content
3. Algorithmic transparency and media literacy
4. Global censorship policies
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (C) Algorithmic transparency and media literacy
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (C) Algorithmic transparency and media literacy, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]
Q94प्रश्न खोलें
Read the following passage and answer the question based on it. Passage: The proliferation of social media has fundamentally transformed the democratic landscape, acting both as a catalyst for civic engagement and a conduit for manipulation. Platforms like Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, once relegated to the domain of personal expression, now serve as powerful instruments of political discourse, enabling citizens to articulate opinions, mobilize for causes, and scrutinize authority in real-time. At its core, democracy thrives on the free flow of information, and social media ostensibly democratizes this process by dismantling traditional gatekeeping. Political leaders communicate directly with constituents, bypassing editorial filters, while grassroots movements harness virality to amplify marginalized voices. During critical events—be it elections, protests, or legislative debates—social media acts as a digital agora, fostering participatory dialogue that was once confined to town halls or print columns. However, this unprecedented openness is double-edged. The same platforms that disseminate truth can also propagate misinformation, polarize public opinion, and algorithmically reinforce ideological silos. Electoral interference through fake accounts, coordinated trolling, and the spread of disinformation campaigns have threatened electoral integrity in several democracies. Moreover, emotionally charged content, optimized for engagement rather than accuracy, often eclipses nuanced debate, reducing political discourse to a cacophony of outrage. The role of social media in democracy, therefore, is contingent not just on its technological architecture, but on the ethical frameworks governing its use. Regulatory oversight, media literacy, and algorithmic transparency are essential to harness its democratic potential while mitigating its subversive tendencies. In essence, social media is neither inherently virtuous nor inherently corrosive—it is a mirror of societal intent. Whether it becomes a pillar of democratic resilience or a tool of populist distortion depends largely on how it is wielded by citizens, institutions, and platforms alike In the author’s view, what determines whether social media supports or undermines democracy?
1. Political advertisements
2. How platforms are funded
3. Societal intent and ethical usage
4. Popularity of influencers
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (C) Societal intent and ethical usage
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (C) Societal intent and ethical usage, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]
Q95प्रश्न खोलें
Choose the most suitable option to replace the highlighted part of the sentence: No sooner had I reached the station when the train departed.
1. than the train departed
2. then the train departed
3. when the train had departed
4. than did the train depart
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (A) than the train departed
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (A) than the train departed, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]
Q96प्रश्न खोलें
Choose the most suitable option to replace the highlighted part of the sentence: The manager asked to the clerk to submit the report.
1. asked the clerk that submit the report
2. requested the clerk to submit report
3. asked the clerk to submit the report
4. told to the clerk submit report
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (C) asked the clerk to submit the report
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (C) asked the clerk to submit the report, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]
Q97प्रश्न खोलें
A sentence is provided in direct speech. From the four given options, choose the one that most accurately conveys the sentence in its corresponding indirect speech. She said, "I saw him last night."
1. She said she had seen him the previous night.
2. She said she has seen him last night.
3. She said she was seeing him last night.
4. She said she had saw him the previous night.
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (A) She said she had seen him the previous night.
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (A) She said she had seen him the previous night., as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]
Q98प्रश्न खोलें
A sentence is provided in indirect speech. From the four given options, choose the one that most accurately conveys the sentence in its corresponding direct speech. The librarian said that silence must be maintained in the library.
1. "Silence should be maintained in the library," said the librarian.
2. "You will maintain silence in the library," the librarian said.
3. "Maintain silence in the library," said the librarian.
4. "Must you maintain silence in the library?" asked the librarian.
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (C) "Maintain silence in the library," said the librarian.
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (C) "Maintain silence in the library," said the librarian., as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]
Q99प्रश्न खोलें
Rearrange the following sentences to form a coherent paragraph: 1. Consequently, effective communication hinges on more than just the words we choose. 2. Non-verbal cues, such as tone of voice, facial expressions, and body language, can convey more meaning than the verbal message itself. 3. Communication is a complex process involving the exchange of information, ideas, and feelings between individuals. 4. It's often the subtle signals that tell us how a message is truly being received or intended.
1. 3, 2, 1, 4
2. 2, 4, 1, 3
3. 1, 4, 3, 2
4. 3, 4, 2, 1
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (A) 3, 2, 1, 4
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (A) 3, 2, 1, 4, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]
Q100प्रश्न खोलें
Rearrange the following sentences to form a coherent paragraph: 1. A key strategy is to diversify energy sources, transitioning from fossil fuels to renewable alternatives like solar, wind, and geothermal power. 2. To mitigate the worst effects of climate change, the global community must drastically reduce its reliance on carbon-intensive energy production. 3. This shift not only decreases greenhouse gas emissions but also improves air quality and creates new economic opportunities. 4. Additionally, policies that promote energy efficiency in buildings and transportation can further lower overall energy consumption.
1. 2, 1, 3, 4
2. 1, 2, 3, 4
3. 4, 1, 2, 3
4. 2, 3, 1, 4
उत्तर देखें और व्याख्या
उत्तर: (A) 2, 1, 3, 4
व्याख्या
Correct answer: (A) 2, 1, 3, 4, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]

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SSC CGL – Combined Graduate Level Examination Tier 1 2025: उत्तर सहित प्रश्न

In the following question, select the related word from the given alternatives Liberty : Autonomy :: Equality : ?

Select the letter-cluster from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series. BGL, GLQ, LQV, QVA, ?

Select the letter-cluster from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series. DAG, FCI, ?, JGM, LIO

Which of the following alternatives will replace the question mark? Atom, Molecule, Cell, ?

Complete the series: _______, 150, 183, 219, 258

What will come at the place of question mark? 2, 12, 30, 56, 90, ?

Read the following statement carefully and identify the conclusion that follows. Statement: Most farmers in the region depend on monsoon rains for irrigation. Conclusions: I. The region does not have proper irrigation infrastructure. II. A weak monsoon may reduce agricultural output.

How many meaningful four-letter English words can be formed using the first, second, third, and sixth letters of the word "PROVIDE" (when counted from left to right), using each letter only once in each word?

Which of the following addresses are identical to each other: 1. Rajeev Chauhan 3/5, Lotus Enclave, Kanpur, 208012 2. Rajeev Chauhan 3-5, Lotus Enclave, Kanpur, 208012 3. Rajeev Chauhan 3-5, Lotus Enclave, Kanpur, 208012 4. Rajeev Chauhan 3-5, Lotus Enclave, Kanpur, 208002

Each of the letters in the word STAMINA is arranged in alphabetical order. How many letters are there in the English alphabetical series between the letter that is first from the left and the one that is fourth from the right in the new letter-cluster formed?

Find the best option that best completes the analogy. NPR : OQS :: XYZ : ? NPR: OQS:: XYZ: ?

In a row of 50 books, Book A is 15th from left and Book B is 20th from right. How many books lie between them?

In each of the following questions, the second word is formed by rearranging the letters of the first word according to a specific pattern. Identify that pattern and apply the same to the third word to find the correct answer from the given alternatives. NUMERAL : UEALRMN :: ALGEBRA : ?

Find the odd one out from the given alternatives:

If A is the son of B, and B is the brother of C, how is C related to A?

One number is not like the others: 1331, 2197, 3375, 4096

Find the number that breaks the pattern: 2, 5, 10, 17, 28, 40, 58

In a certain code language, each letter is assigned a unique digit. Based on the given codes for specific words, determine the code for the target word using the same logic. If MOUSE is coded as 45291 and RAT as 786, how is STORE coded?

If 7 $ 3 = 58 and 6 $ 2 = 40, what is 5 $ 1?

Pointing to a girl, a woman says, 'She is the daughter of my mother's only daughter.' How is the girl related to the woman?

A woman says, "This man's son's sister is my daughter." How is the woman related to the man?

Two numbers are in ratio 7:9, and their sum is 128. Find the numbers.

If 16 + 11 = A and 1/9 = B, and A % B = (A × B) - 1, then what is A % B?

If the sum of 28 and 22 is multiplied by 8, what is the result?

Which ancient ruler's administration is noted for its highly centralized structure?

Which of the following correctly reflects the evolution of Indian classical music?

Consider the following statements about the phases of long jump: 1) The athlete attains maximum momentum by running on the runway before take-off. 2) During take-off, the athlete pushes off with the weaker foot to maintain balance. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Mary Kom's most recent international gold medal was won at which tournament?

The Regulating Act of 1773 primarily introduced changes in the Company's administration in which two distinct areas?

Fill in the blank: Under the SLKIC vertical of Khelo India, ____ Kendriya Vidyalayas have been adopted in partnership with KVS.

Which indian political leader addressed a special session in 2025 on "Environment, COP-30, and Global Health" ?

Which of the following types of landslides involves backward rotation of the slipping material?

What is meant by population density?

Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are given below. Choose the correct option: Assertion (A): Population explosion occurs when death rates decline rapidly but birth rates remain high. Reason (R): Societal reproductive behavior changes instantly with improvements in healthcare.

Which of the following best reflects the fundamental objective of applying generative design in aerospace systems engineering?

The function of lysosomes in cells is:

If Earth's radius were reduced by 1% while its mass remained unchanged, what would be the effect on the gravitational acceleration at its surface?

Under Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita(BNSS), what is the maximum period for which a person can be held in police custody in total, even if remanded periodically by a magistrate?

What is the age range for farmers to enrol in the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Maandhan Yojana (PM-KMY)?

Read the below statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Mark the correct options: Assertion (A): UDAN Scheme improves regional air connectivity. Reason (R): It provides financial viability gap funding to airlines.

According to the Global Cities Index 2025 by Oxford Economics, which two cities retained their top positions?

Which of the following statements about light industries is correct?

Schedule VII of the Constitution contains _______.

A coastal city implements a plan to build sea walls and elevate buildings in response to rising sea levels. This action primarily falls under which category of climate change response?

What specific physical quantity ensures a satellite maintains its orbit without continuous propulsion?

Let x = √3 + √5 and y = √8 + √2. Which is greater?

The number of red, blue, and green marbles in a bag is in the ratio 3 : 4 : 6. If 20 red marbles, 15 blue marbles, and an unknown number of green marbles are added to the bag, the ratio of red, blue, and green marbles becomes 4 : 5 : 7. Determine the number of green marbles added.

Evaluate the continued fraction: x = 2 + 1/(3 + 1/(4 + 1/2))

A and B invest ₹40,000 and ₹60,000 respectively in a business. What is A's share in a profit of ₹50,000?

A and B contribute to a business investment in the ratio 3:5. They earn a profit of ₹64,000. A is a working partner and receives 10% of the profit extra. What is A's total share?

In a team of 75 employees, the average monthly sales per employee is ₹ 1.8 lakh. If 30 junior employees average ₹ 1.2 lakh each, what is the average monthly sales figure (in ₹ lakh) for the senior employees?

The price of petrol shot up by 5%. Before the hike, the price was Rs. 82 per litre. A man travels 3045 km every month and his car gives a mileage of 15 km per litre. What is the increase in the monthly expenditure (to the nearest Rs.) on the man's travel due to the hike in the petrol prices?

Find the compound interest on ₹8,000 at 12% per annum for 3 years 4 months, compounded annually.

The ratio of boys to girls in a school is 7:5. If 20 more girls join the school, the new ratio of boys to girls becomes 7:6. What is the total number of students in the school initially?

A, B, and C are capable of completing a job in 30, 45, and 90 days, respectively. A works every day, while B and C join A every fifth day. How long will it take to finish the task?

A 100-litre solution contains acid and water in the ratio 3:2. Some quantity of this solution is removed and replaced with pure acid. If the final ratio of acid to water becomes 7:3, how many litres of solution were replaced?

The ratio of the efficiencies of two workers, P and Q, is 5 : 2. If P can complete a project in 12 days, how many days will Q take to complete the same project alone?

A circular park having a radius of 14 m. If a 1.5 m wide path is built around it, what is the approximate area of the path?

What is 5π/4 radians in degrees?

The line y = -x + 4 passes through which of the following points?

What is the central angle of a sector with an arc length of 10 cm in a circle of radius 5 cm?

If tan(90° - A) = √3, what is sin A?

If x = √7, determine the value of x + 1/x.

Two triangles are similar with sides in the ratio 3:5. What is the ratio of their areas?

If x = √[(2 + √3)/(2 - √3)], then determine the value of x² + x - 9.

The angles of a cyclic quadrilateral are in the ratio 1:2:3:4. What is the measure of the smallest angle?

If sec A = 13/5 and A is acute, find sin A.

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word: ABNEGATE

Choose the correct meaning of idiom: Move heaven and earth

Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word. Puissant

Identify the misspelt word

Spot the correct spelling of a drug-effect psychology field.

Choose the correct one-word substitute for: 'A person who abstains from all forms of indulgence'.

Select the correct option: Neither the principal investigator ________ the co-authors anticipated the backlash.

Select the correct option: The board will convene next Friday, ____ final approval is expected.

Select the correct option: Nothing short of a paradigm shift will ____ the entrenched bureaucratic inertia.

Find the part of the sentence that contains an error: Much of what appears to be coordination (1)/ among the regulatory bodies and private stakeholders (2)/ are, in fact, coincidental overlaps (3)/ caused by differing mandates. (4)

Find the part of the sentence that contains an error: That the framework lacks provisions for backward compatibility (1)/ is less problematic than the assumption (2)/ that all peripheral institutions will, without coercion, (3)/ adheres to the central directive as framed. (4)

Change the following from active to passive: People can seldom access archived manuscripts without clearance.