1. Q1प्रश्न उघडा

    A man said, “My father’s wife’s only son is the brother of your mother.” How is the man related to you?

    1. Uncle
    2. Father
    3. Grandfather
    4. Brother
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (A) Uncle

    स्पष्टीकरण

    'My father's wife's only son' is the man himself, and he is the brother of your mother, so he is your maternal uncle.

  2. Q2प्रश्न उघडा

    In the following question, the second word is related to the first word by a specific pattern of letter transformation. Identify the same pattern and apply it to the third word to find the correct option that completes the analogy. COLD : FRPE :: WARM : ?

    1. ZDUN
    2. ZDVP
    3. ZDVN
    4. YDUP
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (C) ZDVN

    स्पष्टीकरण

    COLD → FRPE uses shifts +3, +3, +4, +1. Applying them to WARM gives Z, D, V, N = ZDVN.

  3. Q3प्रश्न उघडा

    Select the letter-cluster from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series. XZYX, XYXX, XXWX, XWVX, ?

    1. XVUX
    2. XTVX
    3. XUVX
    4. XUTX
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (A) XVUX

    स्पष्टीकरण

    First and last letters stay X. The 2nd letter goes Z, Y, X, W, V and the 3rd goes Y, X, W, V, U, so the next term is XVUX.

  4. Q4प्रश्न उघडा

    A woman says, “She is my brother’s wife’s sister.” How is the woman related to the speaker?

    1. Sister
    2. Sister-in-law
    3. Cousin
    4. Niece
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) Sister-in-law

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Her brother's wife's sister is related to the speaker by marriage, i.e. a sister-in-law.

  5. Q5प्रश्न उघडा

    Which of the following addresses are identical? 1. Rohit Sharma, Flat 203, Green Park, Delhi, 110016 2. Rohit Sharma, Flat-203, Green Park, Delhi, 110016 3. Rohit S., Flat 203, Green Park, Delhi, 110016 4. Rohit Sharma, Flat 203, Green Park, Delhi, 110015

    1. 1 & 2
    2. 1 & 3
    3. 2 & 4
    4. 3 & 4
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (A) 1 & 2

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Address 2 differs (Flat-203), 3 abbreviates the name and 4 has a different PIN; as printed, the addresses that match on name, flat, locality and PIN are 1 and 2.

  6. Q6प्रश्न उघडा

    P is facing South. Q is seated third to the left of P. Who is seated immediately to the right of Q?

    1. P
    2. Person opposite P
    3. Person second to right of P
    4. Cannot be determined
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (D) Cannot be determined

    स्पष्टीकरण

    The number of seats, seating shape and whether people face the centre are not given, so the answer cannot be determined.

  7. Q7प्रश्न उघडा

    In each of the following questions, a specific pattern such as reversal or rearrangement has been applied to the first word to get the second. Apply the same pattern to the third word and find the correct answer from the given options. ETAGIROV : VORIGATE :: GNITSET : ?

    1. TESTING
    2. SETTING
    3. TIGNEST
    4. NETSIGT
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (A) TESTING

    स्पष्टीकरण

    GNITSET reversed is TESTING, just as ETAGIROV reversed is VORIGATE.

  8. Q8प्रश्न उघडा

    Which option is identical to: Neha Verma 56, Rose Villa, Sector-9, Jaipur, 302017

    1. Neha Verma 56, Rose Villa, Sector-9, Jaipur, 302017
    2. Neha Verma 56, Rose Villas, Sector-9, Jaipur, 302017
    3. Neha Verma, 56 Rose Villa, Sector-9, Jaipur, 302018
    4. Neha Verma 65, Rose Villa, Sector-9, Jaipur, 302017
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (A) Neha Verma 56, Rose Villa, Sector-9, Jaipur, 302017

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Option (a) matches the given address exactly; the others change 'Villa', the PIN or the house number.

  9. Q9प्रश्न उघडा

    Which of the following is the odd one out?

    1. 6, 10, 14
    2. 3, 7, 11
    3. 8, 16, 24
    4. 9, 13, 17
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (C) 8, 16, 24

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Options a, b and d have a common difference of 4; 8, 16, 24 has a difference of 8.

  10. Q10प्रश्न उघडा

    In the following question, select the related word from the given alternatives. Joule : Energy :: Newton : ?

    1. Force
    2. Pressure
    3. Work
    4. Power
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (A) Force

    स्पष्टीकरण

    The joule is the unit of energy; the newton is the unit of force.

  11. Q11प्रश्न उघडा

    If @ = ×, # = -, $ = ÷ and % = +, then evaluate: 8@3#4%6$2

    1. 26
    2. 23
    3. 24
    4. 20
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) 23

    स्पष्टीकरण

    8 × 3 - 4 + 6 ÷ 2 = 24 - 4 + 3 = 23.

  12. Q12प्रश्न उघडा

    A man said, “The person is my wife’s father’s only son.” How is the person related to the man?

    1. Brother-in-law
    2. Son
    3. Father
    4. Uncle
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (A) Brother-in-law

    स्पष्टीकरण

    The wife's father's only son is the wife's brother, i.e. the man's brother-in-law.

  13. Q13प्रश्न उघडा

    In each of the following questions, a group of three numbers/symbols is given in each option. Identify the group that does NOT follow the same pattern as the others.

    1. C3 : E5 : G7
    2. D4 : F6 : H8
    3. E5 : G7 : I9
    4. F6 : H8 : J11
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (D) F6 : H8 : J11

    स्पष्टीकरण

    In each group letters skip one and the number is the letter's position (C3, E5, G7). In F6 : H8 : J11, J is 10, so it breaks the pattern.

  14. Q14प्रश्न उघडा

    What comes next: 5, 14, 9, 18, 13, 22, 17, ?

    1. 26
    2. 24
    3. 21
    4. 20
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (A) 26

    स्पष्टीकरण

    The series alternates +9 and -5: 17 + 9 = 26.

  15. Q15प्रश्न उघडा

    Find the option that best completes the analogy. BF : KL :: DK : ?

    1. NO
    2. NP
    3. MQ
    4. MP
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (C) MQ

    स्पष्टीकरण

    B → K is +9 and F → L is +6. So D + 9 = M and K + 6 = Q, giving MQ.

  16. Q16प्रश्न उघडा

    Select the letter-cluster from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series. ACE, DFH, GIK, JLN, ?

    1. NOM
    2. LMN
    3. MOQ
    4. OPQ
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (C) MOQ

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Each letter moves +3: A-D-G-J-M, C-F-I-L-O, E-H-K-N-Q, giving MOQ.

  17. Q17प्रश्न उघडा

    In each of the following questions, the first word is coded to form the second word using a specific rearrangement and/or substitution rule. Apply the same rule to the third word to determine the correct corresponding word from the given alternatives. QWERTY : YTREWQ:: ASDFGH : ?

    1. HGFDAS
    2. GHFDAS
    3. GHFSDA
    4. HGFDSA
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (D) HGFDSA

    स्पष्टीकरण

    The second word is the first word reversed: ASDFGH → HGFDSA.

  18. Q18प्रश्न उघडा

    Pointing to a boy, a man said, “He is the son of the only daughter of my mother.” How is the boy related to the man?

    1. Son
    2. Nephew
    3. Cousin
    4. Grandson
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) Nephew

    स्पष्टीकरण

    The only daughter of his mother is his sister, so her son is his nephew.

  19. Q19प्रश्न उघडा

    Select the letter-cluster from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series. BDHJ, CEIK, DFJL, EGKM, ?

    1. FHLN
    2. GJMN
    3. FILO
    4. GJNO
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (A) FHLN

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Every letter moves +1 in each term: EGKM → FHLN.

  20. Q20प्रश्न उघडा

    Select the letter-cluster from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series. DHL, HLP, LPT, PTX, ?

    1. TXB
    2. TXZ
    3. TYZ
    4. TYA
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (A) TXB

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Each letter moves +4: P→T, T→X, X→B, giving TXB.

  21. Q21प्रश्न उघडा

    Select the letter-cluster from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series. CFI, HJL, MNO, RRR, ?

    1. WVU
    2. WUY
    3. WVZ
    4. WTY
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (A) WVU

    स्पष्टीकरण

    The letters move +5, +4 and +3: R→W, R→V, R→U, giving WVU.

  22. Q22प्रश्न उघडा

    In each of the following questions, a group of three numbers/symbols is given in each option. Identify the group that does NOT follow the same pattern as the others.

    1. J10 : H8 : F6
    2. M13 : K11 : I9
    3. P16 : N14 : L12
    4. Q17 : O15 : L12
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (D) Q17 : O15 : L12

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Each group steps down 2 positions (J10, H8, F6). Q17 : O15 : should be M13; L12 breaks the pattern.

  23. Q23प्रश्न उघडा

    In the following question, select the related word from the given alternatives. Nile : Africa :: Danube : ?

    1. Asia
    2. Europe
    3. Australia
    4. America
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) Europe

    स्पष्टीकरण

    The Nile flows in Africa; the Danube flows in Europe.

  24. Q24प्रश्न उघडा

    Identify the odd one: 3, 5, 7, 11, 13, 17, 19, 21

    1. 21
    2. 13
    3. 11
    4. 19
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (A) 21

    स्पष्टीकरण

    All others are prime; 21 = 3 × 7.

  25. Q25प्रश्न उघडा

    Letters of the word TEACHING are arranged alphabetically. How many letters are between the 3rd from left and 2nd from right?

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 6
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (C) 3

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Alphabetically TEACHING gives A C E G H I N T. The 3rd from left is E and the 2nd from right is N; between them are G, H, I = 3 letters.

  26. Q26प्रश्न उघडा

    Which Article of the Indian Constitution was amended by the 106th Amendment Act to provide 1/3rd reservation for women?

    1. Article 239AA
    2. Article 330A
    3. Article 332A
    4. All of the above
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (D) All of the above

    स्पष्टीकरण

    The 106th Amendment (2023) inserted Articles 330A and 332A and amended Article 239AA for women's reservation.

  27. Q27प्रश्न उघडा

    Under the Indus Waters Treaty (1960), India has unrestricted rights over which set of rivers?

    1. Indus, Jhelum, Chenab
    2. Ravi, Beas, Satluj
    3. Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi
    4. Indus, Beas, Satluj
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) Ravi, Beas, Satluj

    स्पष्टीकरण

    The treaty gives India the eastern rivers (Ravi, Beas, Sutlej); the western rivers go mainly to Pakistan.

  28. Q28प्रश्न उघडा

    What is the name of the world’s longest expressway tunnel recently opened by China in the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region?

    1. Karakoram Mega Tunnel
    2. Pamir Victory Tunnel
    3. Tianshan Shengli Tunnel
    4. Silk Route Express Tunnel
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (C) Tianshan Shengli Tunnel

    स्पष्टीकरण

    China's 22.13 km Tianshan Shengli Tunnel in Xinjiang is the world's longest expressway tunnel.

  29. Q29प्रश्न उघडा

    By which year does Indian Railways plan to double originating train capacity in 48 major cities?

    1. 2027
    2. 2028
    3. 2030
    4. 2035
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (C) 2030

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Indian Railways plans to double the originating capacity of 48 major cities by 2030.

  30. Q30प्रश्न उघडा

    Which of the following Harappan sites is known for a unique water harnessing system and storm-water drainage?

    1. Lothal
    2. Dholavira
    3. Kalibangan
    4. Banawali
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) Dholavira

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Dholavira (Gujarat) is noted for its reservoirs and elaborate water-harvesting and drainage system.

  31. Q31प्रश्न उघडा

    The PM-PRANAM scheme aims to:

    1. Promote religious tourism
    2. Reduce the use of chemical fertilizers by promoting alternatives
    3. Provide pension to small shopkeepers
    4. Digitalize land records
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) Reduce the use of chemical fertilizers by promoting alternatives

    स्पष्टीकरण

    PM-PRANAM encourages states to cut chemical fertiliser use and promote alternatives.

  32. Q32प्रश्न उघडा

    The Battle of Wandiwash (1760) was fought between:

    1. British and French
    2. British and Marathas
    3. French and Dutch
    4. British and Tipu Sultan
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (A) British and French

    स्पष्टीकरण

    At Wandiwash (1760) Eyre Coote's British forces defeated the French under Lally.

  33. Q33प्रश्न उघडा

    In Quantum Computing, the basic unit of information that can exist in multiple states simultaneously is called:

    1. Bit
    2. Qubit
    3. Logic Gate
    4. Transistor
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) Qubit

    स्पष्टीकरण

    A qubit can exist in a superposition of 0 and 1.

  34. Q34प्रश्न उघडा

    Under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), the crime of ‘Sedition’ has been replaced by:

    1. Section 150 (Acts endangering sovereignty, unity and integrity of India)
    2. Section 302
    3. Section 377
    4. Section 420
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (A) Section 150 (Acts endangering sovereignty, unity and integrity of India)

    स्पष्टीकरण

    BNS Section 152 (numbered 150 in the draft) covers acts endangering the sovereignty, unity and integrity of India, replacing sedition.

  35. Q35प्रश्न उघडा

    The ‘Curzon Line’ is the boundary between:

    1. India and Pakistan
    2. Poland and Russia
    3. North and South Korea
    4. USA and Canada
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) Poland and Russia

    स्पष्टीकरण

    The Curzon Line (1919) was a proposed boundary between Poland and Soviet Russia.

  36. Q36प्रश्न उघडा

    Armenia has unveiled a butterfly-based logo for COP17 featuring which endemic species?

    1. Monarch Butterfly
    2. Apollo Butterfly
    3. Erivan Anomalous Blue
    4. Swallowtail Butterfly
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (C) Erivan Anomalous Blue

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Armenia's COP17 logo features the endemic Erivan Anomalous Blue butterfly.

  37. Q37प्रश्न उघडा

    Who was the first Viceroy of India?

    1. Lord Warren Hastings
    2. Lord Canning
    3. Lord Mountbatten
    4. Lord Dalhousie
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) Lord Canning

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Lord Canning became the first Viceroy after the Government of India Act 1858.

  38. Q38प्रश्न उघडा

    Mitochondria are known as the powerhouse of the cell because they produce:

    1. DNA
    2. ATP
    3. RNA
    4. Glucose
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) ATP

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Mitochondria produce ATP through cellular respiration.

  39. Q39प्रश्न उघडा

    The Pitt’s India Act of 1784 was significant because it:

    1. Established the Supreme Court in Calcutta.
    2. Distinguished between the commercial and political functions of the Company.
    3. Ended the Company's monopoly over tea trade.
    4. Introduced the Portfolio system.
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) Distinguished between the commercial and political functions of the Company.

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Pitt's India Act created the Board of Control, separating political from commercial functions of the Company.

  40. Q40प्रश्न उघडा

    The ‘Ramsar Convention’ is related to the conservation of:

    1. Tigers
    2. Wetlands
    3. Coral reefs
    4. Elephants
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) Wetlands

    स्पष्टीकरण

    The Ramsar Convention (1971) is for the conservation of wetlands.

  41. Q41प्रश्न उघडा

    Who is the author of the famous book “Hind Swaraj”?

    1. Bal Gangadhar Tilak
    2. Mahatma Gandhi
    3. Jawaharlal Nehru
    4. Sardar Patel
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) Mahatma Gandhi

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Gandhi wrote Hind Swaraj in 1909.

  42. Q42प्रश्न उघडा

    Which instrument is used to measure atmospheric pressure?

    1. Hygrometer
    2. Barometer
    3. Ammeter
    4. Altimeter
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) Barometer

    स्पष्टीकरण

    A barometer measures atmospheric pressure.

  43. Q43प्रश्न उघडा

    Which gland is often referred to as the ‘Master Gland’ of the human body?

    1. Thyroid
    2. Adrenal
    3. Pituitary
    4. Pancreas
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (C) Pituitary

    स्पष्टीकरण

    The pituitary controls most other endocrine glands, hence 'master gland'.

  44. Q44प्रश्न उघडा

    Which type of volcanic eruption is characterized by the most explosive activity and high-viscosity lava?

    1. Hawaiian
    2. Strombolian
    3. Plinian
    4. Icelandic
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (C) Plinian

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Plinian eruptions are the most violent, with viscous, gas-rich magma.

  45. Q45प्रश्न उघडा

    The process of ‘Nitrification’ in the nitrogen cycle involves:

    1. Conversion of nitrogen gas to ammonia
    2. Conversion of ammonia to nitrites and then nitrates
    3. Release of nitrogen back into the atmosphere
    4. Absorption of nitrogen by animals
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) Conversion of ammonia to nitrites and then nitrates

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Nitrifying bacteria oxidise ammonia to nitrites (Nitrosomonas) and then to nitrates (Nitrobacter).

  46. Q46प्रश्न उघडा

    Assertion (A): In the Demographic Transition Model, India is currently in the late third stage. Reason (R): Birth rates are falling significantly while death rates have already stabilized at a low level.

    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 दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (A) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.

    स्पष्टीकरण

    India's falling birth rate with an already low death rate places it in the late third stage, which R explains.

  47. Q47प्रश्न उघडा

    The value of ‘g’ (acceleration due to gravity) is minimum at:

    1. The Equator
    2. The North Pole
    3. The South Pole
    4. The center of the Earth
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (D) The center of the Earth

    स्पष्टीकरण

    g is zero at the centre of the Earth.

  48. Q48प्रश्न उघडा

    Which river is known as the “Sorrow of Bihar”?

    1. Gandak
    2. Kosi
    3. Son
    4. Ghaghara
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) Kosi

    स्पष्टीकरण

    The Kosi, with frequent floods and course shifts, is called the Sorrow of Bihar.

  49. Q49प्रश्न उघडा

    Which layer of the atmosphere contains Ozone Layer?

    1. Troposphere
    2. Stratosphere
    3. Mesosphere
    4. Thermosphere
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) Stratosphere

    स्पष्टीकरण

    The ozone layer lies in the stratosphere.

  50. Q50प्रश्न उघडा

    The Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution originally contained how many languages?

    1. 14
    2. 18
    3. 22
    4. 15
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (A) 14

    स्पष्टीकरण

    The Eighth Schedule had 14 languages in 1950; there are now 22.

  51. Q51प्रश्न उघडा

    P and Q start a business. P invests ₹90,000 for 8 months, Q invests ₹1,50,000 for 5 months. What is Q's share of a ₹50,000 profit(approximate)?

    1. ₹20,000
    2. ₹32,000
    3. ₹35,000
    4. ₹25,510
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (D) ₹25,510

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Ratio = 90,000 × 8 : 1,50,000 × 5 = 72 : 75. Q's share = 75/147 × 50,000 ≈ ₹25,510.

  52. Q52प्रश्न उघडा

    Rajesh started a business by investing ₹1,00,000. After 5 months, Suresh joined with ₹1,50,000. At the end of 7 months from the start, Tushar joined with ₹2,00,000. If the total profit is ₹1,50,000 at the end of the year, find the share of Tushar(approximate) .

    1. ₹55,000
    2. ₹46,154
    3. ₹45,250
    4. ₹35,500
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) ₹46,154

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Capital-months: Rajesh 12,00,000; Suresh 10,50,000; Tushar 10,00,000 (total 32,50,000). Tushar's share = 10/32.5 × 1,50,000 ≈ ₹46,154.

  53. Q53प्रश्न उघडा

    What is the average of all integers between 150 and 300 that are exactly divisible by 13?

    1. 220
    2. 227.5
    3. 230
    4. 235.5
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) 227.5

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Multiples of 13 run from 156 to 299; their average = (156 + 299)/2 = 227.5.

  54. Q54प्रश्न उघडा

    The average of 12 numbers is 75. The average of the first 5 numbers is 68. The average of the next 5 numbers is 20% more than the average of the first 5 numbers. The 11th number is 12 more than the 12th number. What is the average of the 11th and 12th numbers?

    1. 72.5
    2. 76
    3. 82.3
    4. 88
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) 76

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Total 900. First 5 sum to 340 and the next 5 (average 81.6) sum to 408, leaving 152 for the last two, whose average is 76.

  55. Q55प्रश्न उघडा

    A landlord bought a property for ₹12,00,000. He wants to earn a 10% annual return on his investment after paying ₹2,500 per month for maintenance. What should be the monthly rent he charges?

    1. ₹9,500
    2. ₹10,000
    3. ₹12,500
    4. ₹11,000
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (C) ₹12,500

    स्पष्टीकरण

    The 10% return on ₹12,00,000 is ₹1,20,000 a year = ₹10,000 a month; adding ₹2,500 maintenance gives ₹12,500.

  56. Q56प्रश्न उघडा

    From a sample of 250 data scientists, determine the ratio of those proficient in Python to those proficient in R. Proficient in Python and R: 50 Proficient in Python only: 80 Proficient in R only: 70 Proficient in neither language: 50 Total sample size: 250

    1. 13:12
    2. 12:13
    3. 8:7
    4. 7:8
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (A) 13:12

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Python = 50 + 80 = 130 and R = 50 + 70 = 120, so the ratio is 13 : 12.

  57. Q57प्रश्न उघडा

    Arrange the fractions 7/11, 5/9, 4/7, and 3/5 in ascending order.

    1. 3/5, 4/7, 5/9, 7/11
    2. 5/9, 4/7, 3/5, 7/11
    3. 3/5, 5/9, 4/7, 7/11
    4. 4/7, 5/9, 7/11, 3/5
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) 5/9, 4/7, 3/5, 7/11

    स्पष्टीकरण

    5/9 ≈ 0.556 < 4/7 ≈ 0.571 < 3/5 = 0.6 < 7/11 ≈ 0.636.

  58. Q58प्रश्न उघडा

    Evaluate: 8 1/3 - [7/9 ÷ {2/5 - (1/3 × (5/6 - 1/6))}]

    1. -41/15
    2. 45/23
    3. 95/24
    4. 32/3
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (C) 95/24

    स्पष्टीकरण

    5/6 - 1/6 = 2/3; × 1/3 = 2/9; 2/5 - 2/9 = 8/45; 7/9 ÷ 8/45 = 35/8; 25/3 - 35/8 = 95/24.

  59. Q59प्रश्न उघडा

    32³ + 19³ - 38³ + 312 is equal to:

    1. -38520
    2. -26840
    3. -14933
    4. -52100
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (C) -14933

    स्पष्टीकरण

    32768 + 6859 - 54872 + 312 = -14933.

  60. Q60प्रश्न उघडा

    An amount is said to triple in 6 years with compound interest. How many years will it take for the amount to grow to 27 times its original value?

    1. 18
    2. 19
    3. 20
    4. 21
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (A) 18

    स्पष्टीकरण

    It triples every 6 years, and 27 = 3³, so it takes 18 years.

  61. Q61प्रश्न उघडा

    A company produced 1500 units at a total cost of ₹1,20,000. It donated 300 units to an NGO. For the rest, it announced a 15% discount on the market price of ₹110 per unit. It also offered 3 units free for every 10 units purchased. If all 1500 units were distributed, what is the overall gain or loss percentage?

    1. 25% loss
    2. 15% profit
    3. 28.08% loss
    4. 36.6% profit
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (C) 28.08% loss

    स्पष्टीकरण

    The 1200 units sold at ₹93.5 (15% off ₹110) with 3 free per 10 bought means only 10/13 are paid: about 923.08 units → ₹86,308 revenue. Loss = 33,692/1,20,000 ≈ 28.08%.

  62. Q62प्रश्न उघडा

    A 50-litre mixture contains juice and water in the ratio 3:2. How much water (in litres) must be added to this mixture to change the ratio of juice to water to 3:4?

    1. 12 litres
    2. 15 litres
    3. 18 litres
    4. 20 litres
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (D) 20 litres

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Juice 30 L, water 20 L. For 3 : 4 water must be 40 L, so add 20 L.

  63. Q63प्रश्न उघडा

    Priya purchased 30 litres of honey at ₹50 per litre. She also purchased 20 litres of honey at ₹55 per litre. She combined both quantities and then sold the entire mixture at ₹54 per litre. What was her total profit or loss?

    1. Loss of ₹60
    2. Profit of ₹100
    3. Profit of ₹120
    4. Loss of ₹120
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) Profit of ₹100

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Cost = 30 × 50 + 20 × 55 = ₹2,600; revenue = 50 × 54 = ₹2,700; profit ₹100.

  64. Q64प्रश्न उघडा

    A sum becomes ₹7,200 in 2 years and ₹8,640 in 3 years at compound interest. What is the original principal?

    1. ₹4,800
    2. ₹5,000
    3. ₹5,200
    4. ₹5,500
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) ₹5,000

    स्पष्टीकरण

    The rate is 8640/7200 = 1.2 (20%), so P = 7200/1.2² = ₹5,000.

  65. Q65प्रश्न उघडा

    An express train covers a fixed distance in 40 minutes at an average speed of 200 km/h. Due to construction work, it needs to be diverted, increasing the distance by 25%. If the train needs to arrive at its destination on time (in 40 minutes), what should its new average speed be in km/h?

    1. 250 km/h
    2. 260 km/h
    3. 270 km/h
    4. 280 km/h
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (A) 250 km/h

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Distance +25% in the same time means speed +25%: 200 × 1.25 = 250 km/h.

  66. Q66प्रश्न उघडा

    A circular garden having a radius of 28 cm. If 80% of it is cultivated, what is the area of garden remaining uncultivated?

    1. 193.6 cm²
    2. 246.4 cm²
    3. 492.8 cm²
    4. 615.4 cm²
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (C) 492.8 cm²

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Area = 22/7 × 28² = 2464 cm²; the uncultivated 20% = 492.8 cm².

  67. Q67प्रश्न उघडा

    Two motorcycles, M and N, start from points 480 km apart. They travel at constant speeds. If they move towards each other, they meet in 5 hours. If they move in the same direction, they meet in 15 hours. What is the speed of motorcycle M? (Assume M is the faster motorcycle)

    1. 55 km/h
    2. 64 km/h
    3. 70 km/h
    4. 80 km/h
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) 64 km/h

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Sum of speeds = 480/5 = 96 and difference = 480/15 = 32, so M = 64 km/h.

  68. Q68प्रश्न उघडा

    Two spices priced at ₹80 per kg and ₹160 per kg are blended. They are sold at ₹140 per kg, achieving a profit margin of 25%. What is the ratio of the two spices in the mixture?

    1. 3:2
    2. 2:1
    3. 1:2
    4. 3:1
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (A) 3:2

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Cost price of the blend = 140/1.25 = ₹112. By alligation (160 - 112) : (112 - 80) = 48 : 32 = 3 : 2.

  69. Q69प्रश्न उघडा

    X is able to complete a task in 12 days, while Y takes 18 days to finish the same task. If they collaborate and work together for 3 days, what fraction of the work will still remain?

    1. 1/3
    2. 5/12
    3. 7/12
    4. 9/12
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (C) 7/12

    स्पष्टीकरण

    3 days × (1/12 + 1/18) = 5/12 done, so 7/12 remains.

  70. Q70प्रश्न उघडा

    Three pumps, A, B, and C are capable of filling a reservoir. A fills in 5 hours, B in 7 hours, and C in 10 hours. When all three pumps are opened together, they operate for 1.5 hours before pump C is closed. How much additional time will it take to completely fill the reservoir after that?

    1. 1/2 hours
    2. 43/25 hours
    3. 47/48 hours
    4. 45/41 hours
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (C) 47/48 hours

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Together = 31/70 per hour; in 1.5 h they fill 93/140. The remaining 47/140 at A + B's rate of 12/35 (= 48/140) takes 47/48 h.

  71. Q71प्रश्न उघडा

    A retailer marks a laptop 70% above its cost price. He offers a first discount of 20% on the marked price. During a sale, an additional discount of 15% is applied on the already discounted price. If the final selling price is ₹39,312, what is the approximate cost price of the laptop?

    1. ₹28,000
    2. ₹34,000
    3. ₹32,000
    4. ₹35,000
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) ₹34,000

    स्पष्टीकरण

    SP = CP × 1.7 × 0.8 × 0.85 = 1.156 CP = 39,312, so CP ≈ ₹34,000.

  72. Q72प्रश्न उघडा

    An annular region has outer radius 12 cm and inner radius 8 cm. What is the approximate ratio of the annular area to the whole outer circle?

    1. 1:2
    2. 5:9
    3. 2:3
    4. 3:4
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) 5:9

    स्पष्टीकरण

    (12² - 8²)/12² = 80/144 = 5 : 9.

  73. Q73प्रश्न उघडा

    A car wheel having a radius of 42 cm. What percentage of its circumference is covered in a half turn? (Use π = 22/7)

    1. 25%
    2. 40%
    3. 50%
    4. 60%
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (C) 50%

    स्पष्टीकरण

    A half turn covers half the circumference: 50%.

  74. Q74प्रश्न उघडा

    The line y = mx + 7 passes through (2, 13). Find m.

    1. 2
    2. 3
    3. 6
    4. 5
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) 3

    स्पष्टीकरण

    13 = 2m + 7, so m = 3.

  75. Q75प्रश्न उघडा

    Simplify: (3 + 2.8) - 1.5

    1. 3.2
    2. 4.3
    3. 5.4
    4. 6.2
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) 4.3

    स्पष्टीकरण

    (3 + 2.8) - 1.5 = 4.3.

  76. Q76प्रश्न उघडा

    Find the part of the sentence that contains an error: What makes the draft legislation especially contentious is not its proposed restructuring of fiscal authority per se, (1)/ but that it assumes, without empirical evidence, (2)/ a fiscal parity among states whose developmental starting points are (3)/ incomparable by any accepted standard. (4)

    1. (1)
    2. (2)
    3. (3)
    4. (4)
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) (2)

    स्पष्टीकरण

    'not its restructuring... but that it assumes' is unparallel; it should be 'but its assumption...', so part (2) has the error.

  77. Q77प्रश्न उघडा

    Change the following from active to passive: They have been ignoring preservation of the records for years.

    1. Preservation of the records had been ignored by them for years.
    2. Preservation of the records is being ignored by them for years.
    3. Preservation of the records was being ignored by them for years.
    4. Preservation of the records has been being ignored by them for years.
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (D) Preservation of the records has been being ignored by them for years.

    स्पष्टीकरण

    The present perfect continuous active becomes 'has been being + V3' in the passive.

  78. Q78प्रश्न उघडा

    Convert the sentence provided below from its passive voice structure to an active voice structure: It was being reported by several sources that the mission had been compromised internally.

    1. Several sources were reporting that the mission had been compromised internally.
    2. The mission was compromised, several sources reported.
    3. The sources were reporting an internal mission compromise.
    4. The mission had compromised several internal sources.
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (A) Several sources were reporting that the mission had been compromised internally.

    स्पष्टीकरण

    'It was being reported by several sources' becomes 'Several sources were reporting'.

  79. Q79प्रश्न उघडा

    Select the correct option: The company expanded so quickly that its systems could _______ keep up.

    1. barely
    2. merely
    3. scarcely
    4. all but
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (A) barely

    स्पष्टीकरण

    'Barely' means only just, fitting 'could barely keep up'.

  80. Q80प्रश्न उघडा

    Rearrange the following sentences in correct order to make a logical passage: 1. A communication strategy was developed using outreach insights. 2. Demographic data was monitored through campaign dashboards. 3. User engagement was gathered from multiple platforms. 4. Analysts classified users according to age and behaviour.

    1. 3-2-4-1
    2. 2-3-1-4
    3. 3-1-4-2
    4. 4-1-2-3
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (A) 3-2-4-1

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Engagement is gathered (3), monitored on dashboards (2), users are classified (4), then a strategy is built (1).

  81. Q81प्रश्न उघडा

    Rearrange the following sentences to form a coherent paragraph: 1. It is a process that involves systematic and objective examination of a subject to uncover new facts or verify existing ones. 2. Research serves as a fundamental pillar of academic and scientific advancement. 3. This may be either theoretical, intended to broaden knowledge, or applied, designed to address a practical problem. 4. The results of this investigation are then recorded and peer-reviewed to ensure validity and credibility.

    1. 2, 1, 3, 4
    2. 1, 2, 4, 3
    3. 4, 3, 2, 1
    4. 3, 4, 1, 2
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (A) 2, 1, 3, 4

    स्पष्टीकरण

    The introduction (2) is followed by the definition (1), types (3) and validation (4).

  82. Q82प्रश्न उघडा

    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. He said that he would attend the meeting after the meal.

    1. “I will attend the meeting after the meal,” he said.
    2. “I would attend the meeting after the meal,” he said.
    3. “I shall attend the meeting after the meal,” he said.
    4. “I can attend the meeting after the meal,” he said.
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (A) “I will attend the meeting after the meal,” he said.

    स्पष्टीकरण

    'Would' in reported speech comes from 'will' in the direct speech.

  83. Q83प्रश्न उघडा

    Find the part of the sentence that contains an error: That the report overlooked several underlying causes (1)/ behind the public unrest were surprising (2)/ given the volume of evidence (3)/ collected over the past few months. (4)

    1. (1)
    2. (2)
    3. (3)
    4. (4)
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) (2)

    स्पष्टीकरण

    The subject is a noun clause ('That the report overlooked...'), which takes the singular 'was surprising'.

  84. Q84प्रश्न उघडा

    Choose the correct one-word substitute for: ' A person who speaks two languages fluently’.

    1. Accusation
    2. Denunciation
    3. Bilingual
    4. Indictment
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (C) Bilingual

    स्पष्टीकरण

    A person fluent in two languages is bilingual.

  85. Q85प्रश्न उघडा

    Choose the most suitable option to replace the highlighted part of the sentence: The doctor advised him to stop consuming junk food and doing workouts regularly.

    1. stopping junk food and doing regular workouts
    2. to stop junk food and to workouts regularly
    3. to stop consuming junk food and to work out regularly
    4. to not consume junk food and do workouts
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (C) to stop consuming junk food and to work out regularly

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Parallel infinitives: 'to stop consuming junk food and to work out regularly'.

  86. Q86प्रश्न उघडा

    Select the correct option: Even though the phenomenon is uncommon, it may still occur _________ prolonged drought conditions.

    1. towards
    2. amidst
    3. between
    4. under
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (D) under

    स्पष्टीकरण

    'Under ... conditions' is the correct collocation.

  87. Q87प्रश्न उघडा

    Spot the correct spelling of a CSF-shunt procedure.

    1. Ventriculoatrial
    2. Ventriculoartial
    3. Ventriculoatriall
    4. Ventriculoateriel
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (A) Ventriculoatrial

    स्पष्टीकरण

    The correct spelling is 'Ventriculoatrial' (ventricle to atrium shunt).

  88. Q88प्रश्न उघडा

    Choose the correct meaning of idiom: At sixes and sevens

    1. A dilemma between two evils
    2. A free and fair decision
    3. In complete confusion
    4. A selection made under duress
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (C) In complete confusion

    स्पष्टीकरण

    'At sixes and sevens' means in a state of confusion.

  89. Q89प्रश्न उघडा

    Identify the misspelt word

    1. Vicereine
    2. floccinaucinihilipilification
    3. Defenestrate
    4. Sacrilegous
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (D) Sacrilegous

    स्पष्टीकरण

    The correct spelling is 'sacrilegious'.

  90. Q90प्रश्न उघडा

    Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word: DUPLICITOUS

    1. Honest
    2. Faithful
    3. Deceitful
    4. loyal
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (C) Deceitful

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Duplicitous means deceitful.

  91. Q91प्रश्न उघडा

    Read the following passage and answer the question based on it. Passage: Education and wisdom are frequently treated as interchangeable in everyday discourse, yet a perceptive observer recognises a clear and essential distinction between them. Education refers to the structured acquisition of knowledge, typically validated through degrees, academic achievements, and mastery of formal disciplines. It is imparted via organized curricula, institutional evaluation systems, and theoretical models that emphasize intellectual competence. Wisdom, however, extends beyond formal learning. It represents the thoughtful and ethical application of knowledge in real-world situations, shaped by experience, self-reflection, emotional intelligence, and moral awareness. A person may be highly educated and still lack wisdom if they are unable to translate learning into sound judgement or responsible action. In contrast, many individuals—such as farmers, craftsmen, or elders— may possess limited formal education, yet demonstrate remarkable wisdom through prudent choices informed by lived experience and practical insight. While education sharpens the intellect, wisdom deepens understanding. In the modern age of information overload and algorithm-driven thinking, the gap between education and wisdom has become increasingly pronounced. Educational systems often prioritise rote learning, examination performance, and standardized outcomes, sometimes at the expense of critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and emotional maturity. As a result, society produces individuals adept at solving technical problems but less capable of making balanced decisions that require empathy, patience, and foresight. Unlike education, wisdom cannot be downloaded, accelerated, or certified. It develops gradually through trial and error, failure, reflection, and a nuanced comprehension of human behaviour. Moreover, education is often temporally limited, concluding with academic milestones or formal qualifications, whereas wisdom is a lifelong pursuit. It reveals itself not through certificates, but through humility, consistency in ethical conduct, and the capacity to navigate uncertainty with clarity and grace. Ultimately, the highest form of intelligence lies not merely in knowing what is right, but in consistently choosing to act upon it—even when doing so is difficult or inconvenient. As per the passage, wisdom is mainly developed through:

    1. textbooks
    2. emotional detachment
    3. experience and reflection
    4. algorithmic thinking
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (C) experience and reflection

    स्पष्टीकरण

    The passage says wisdom develops through experience, trial and error and reflection.

  92. Q92प्रश्न उघडा

    Read the following passage and answer the question based on it. Passage: Education and wisdom are frequently treated as interchangeable in everyday discourse, yet a perceptive observer recognises a clear and essential distinction between them. Education refers to the structured acquisition of knowledge, typically validated through degrees, academic achievements, and mastery of formal disciplines. It is imparted via organized curricula, institutional evaluation systems, and theoretical models that emphasize intellectual competence. Wisdom, however, extends beyond formal learning. It represents the thoughtful and ethical application of knowledge in real-world situations, shaped by experience, self-reflection, emotional intelligence, and moral awareness. A person may be highly educated and still lack wisdom if they are unable to translate learning into sound judgement or responsible action. In contrast, many individuals—such as farmers, craftsmen, or elders— may possess limited formal education, yet demonstrate remarkable wisdom through prudent choices informed by lived experience and practical insight. While education sharpens the intellect, wisdom deepens understanding. In the modern age of information overload and algorithm-driven thinking, the gap between education and wisdom has become increasingly pronounced. Educational systems often prioritise rote learning, examination performance, and standardized outcomes, sometimes at the expense of critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and emotional maturity. As a result, society produces individuals adept at solving technical problems but less capable of making balanced decisions that require empathy, patience, and foresight. Unlike education, wisdom cannot be downloaded, accelerated, or certified. It develops gradually through trial and error, failure, reflection, and a nuanced comprehension of human behaviour. Moreover, education is often temporally limited, concluding with academic milestones or formal qualifications, whereas wisdom is a lifelong pursuit. It reveals itself not through certificates, but through humility, consistency in ethical conduct, and the capacity to navigate uncertainty with clarity and grace. Ultimately, the highest form of intelligence lies not merely in knowing what is right, but in consistently choosing to act upon it—even when doing so is difficult or inconvenient. What is implied by the statement “wisdom enriches the soul”?

    1. It leads to academic achievement
    2. It nurtures profound moral understanding
    3. It enhances language skills
    4. It strengthens numerical ability
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) It nurtures profound moral understanding

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Wisdom 'deepens understanding' through ethical and moral awareness, i.e. it nurtures profound moral understanding.

  93. Q93प्रश्न उघडा

    Read the following passage and answer the question based on it. Passage: Education and wisdom are frequently treated as interchangeable in everyday discourse, yet a perceptive observer recognises a clear and essential distinction between them. Education refers to the structured acquisition of knowledge, typically validated through degrees, academic achievements, and mastery of formal disciplines. It is imparted via organized curricula, institutional evaluation systems, and theoretical models that emphasize intellectual competence. Wisdom, however, extends beyond formal learning. It represents the thoughtful and ethical application of knowledge in real-world situations, shaped by experience, self-reflection, emotional intelligence, and moral awareness. A person may be highly educated and still lack wisdom if they are unable to translate learning into sound judgement or responsible action. In contrast, many individuals—such as farmers, craftsmen, or elders— may possess limited formal education, yet demonstrate remarkable wisdom through prudent choices informed by lived experience and practical insight. While education sharpens the intellect, wisdom deepens understanding. In the modern age of information overload and algorithm-driven thinking, the gap between education and wisdom has become increasingly pronounced. Educational systems often prioritise rote learning, examination performance, and standardized outcomes, sometimes at the expense of critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and emotional maturity. As a result, society produces individuals adept at solving technical problems but less capable of making balanced decisions that require empathy, patience, and foresight. Unlike education, wisdom cannot be downloaded, accelerated, or certified. It develops gradually through trial and error, failure, reflection, and a nuanced comprehension of human behaviour. Moreover, education is often temporally limited, concluding with academic milestones or formal qualifications, whereas wisdom is a lifelong pursuit. It reveals itself not through certificates, but through humility, consistency in ethical conduct, and the capacity to navigate uncertainty with clarity and grace. Ultimately, the highest form of intelligence lies not merely in knowing what is right, but in consistently choosing to act upon it—even when doing so is difficult or inconvenient. According to the author, which individuals may possess wisdom even without formal education?

    1. Corporate executives
    2. Academicians
    3. Farmers and craftsmen
    4. Policy analysts
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (C) Farmers and craftsmen

    स्पष्टीकरण

    The passage names farmers, craftsmen and elders.

  94. Q94प्रश्न उघडा

    Read the following passage and answer the question based on it. Passage: Education and wisdom are frequently treated as interchangeable in everyday discourse, yet a perceptive observer recognises a clear and essential distinction between them. Education refers to the structured acquisition of knowledge, typically validated through degrees, academic achievements, and mastery of formal disciplines. It is imparted via organized curricula, institutional evaluation systems, and theoretical models that emphasize intellectual competence. Wisdom, however, extends beyond formal learning. It represents the thoughtful and ethical application of knowledge in real-world situations, shaped by experience, self-reflection, emotional intelligence, and moral awareness. A person may be highly educated and still lack wisdom if they are unable to translate learning into sound judgement or responsible action. In contrast, many individuals—such as farmers, craftsmen, or elders— may possess limited formal education, yet demonstrate remarkable wisdom through prudent choices informed by lived experience and practical insight. While education sharpens the intellect, wisdom deepens understanding. In the modern age of information overload and algorithm-driven thinking, the gap between education and wisdom has become increasingly pronounced. Educational systems often prioritise rote learning, examination performance, and standardized outcomes, sometimes at the expense of critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and emotional maturity. As a result, society produces individuals adept at solving technical problems but less capable of making balanced decisions that require empathy, patience, and foresight. Unlike education, wisdom cannot be downloaded, accelerated, or certified. It develops gradually through trial and error, failure, reflection, and a nuanced comprehension of human behaviour. Moreover, education is often temporally limited, concluding with academic milestones or formal qualifications, whereas wisdom is a lifelong pursuit. It reveals itself not through certificates, but through humility, consistency in ethical conduct, and the capacity to navigate uncertainty with clarity and grace. Ultimately, the highest form of intelligence lies not merely in knowing what is right, but in consistently choosing to act upon it—even when doing so is difficult or inconvenient. What key distinction does the passage primarily highlight?

    1. Education and career growth
    2. Intelligence and memory
    3. Reading and writing skills
    4. Formal learning and applied wisdom
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (D) Formal learning and applied wisdom

    स्पष्टीकरण

    The passage contrasts formal education with the practical, ethical application of knowledge (wisdom).

  95. Q95प्रश्न उघडा

    Read the following passage and answer the question based on it. Passage: Education and wisdom are frequently treated as interchangeable in everyday discourse, yet a perceptive observer recognises a clear and essential distinction between them. Education refers to the structured acquisition of knowledge, typically validated through degrees, academic achievements, and mastery of formal disciplines. It is imparted via organized curricula, institutional evaluation systems, and theoretical models that emphasize intellectual competence. Wisdom, however, extends beyond formal learning. It represents the thoughtful and ethical application of knowledge in real-world situations, shaped by experience, self-reflection, emotional intelligence, and moral awareness. A person may be highly educated and still lack wisdom if they are unable to translate learning into sound judgement or responsible action. In contrast, many individuals—such as farmers, craftsmen, or elders— may possess limited formal education, yet demonstrate remarkable wisdom through prudent choices informed by lived experience and practical insight. While education sharpens the intellect, wisdom deepens understanding. In the modern age of information overload and algorithm-driven thinking, the gap between education and wisdom has become increasingly pronounced. Educational systems often prioritise rote learning, examination performance, and standardized outcomes, sometimes at the expense of critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and emotional maturity. As a result, society produces individuals adept at solving technical problems but less capable of making balanced decisions that require empathy, patience, and foresight. Unlike education, wisdom cannot be downloaded, accelerated, or certified. It develops gradually through trial and error, failure, reflection, and a nuanced comprehension of human behaviour. Moreover, education is often temporally limited, concluding with academic milestones or formal qualifications, whereas wisdom is a lifelong pursuit. It reveals itself not through certificates, but through humility, consistency in ethical conduct, and the capacity to navigate uncertainty with clarity and grace. Ultimately, the highest form of intelligence lies not merely in knowing what is right, but in consistently choosing to act upon it—even when doing so is difficult or inconvenient. As per the author, what has contributed to the growing divide between education and wisdom in modern times?

    1. Excessive reliance on social media
    2. Decline in the value placed on wisdom
    3. Emphasis on rote learning and algorithmic approaches
    4. Cessation of learning after formal education
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (C) Emphasis on rote learning and algorithmic approaches

    स्पष्टीकरण

    The gap is blamed on rote learning, exam focus and algorithm-driven thinking.

  96. Q96प्रश्न उघडा

    Select the correct option: Even though the plan looked workable on paper, executing it turned out to be ________ complicated than expected.

    1. less
    2. more
    3. much
    4. rather
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) more

    स्पष्टीकरण

    'more ... than' is the comparative needed with 'than expected'.

  97. Q97प्रश्न उघडा

    Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word. DUPLICITOUS

    1. Betraying
    2. Deceitful
    3. Candid
    4. Treacherous
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (C) Candid

    स्पष्टीकरण

    Duplicitous (deceitful) is the opposite of candid (frank, honest).

  98. Q98प्रश्न उघडा

    Choose the most suitable option to replace the highlighted part of the sentence: She has the reputation to be an honest leader.

    1. to have honesty
    2. of being an honest leader
    3. of being the honest leader
    4. to be honesty
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (B) of being an honest leader

    स्पष्टीकरण

    The idiom is 'the reputation of being'.

  99. Q99प्रश्न उघडा

    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. He asked me, “Did you submit your homework?”

    1. He asked me if I had submitted my homework.
    2. He asked me did I submit my homework.
    3. He asked me whether I have submitted my homework.
    4. He asked me whether had I submitted my homework.
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (A) He asked me if I had submitted my homework.

    स्पष्टीकरण

    A yes/no question is reported with 'if/whether'; 'did submit' becomes 'had submitted'.

  100. Q100प्रश्न उघडा

    Select the sentence containing the homonym of the highlighted word: The choir began the canon at the conductor’s signal.

    1. The photographer adjusted the canon before taking the shot.
    2. The canon echoed beautifully through the hall.
    3. The singers practised the canon repeatedly before the performance.
    4. The composer introduced a complex canon in the final movement.
    उत्तर दाखवा आणि स्पष्टीकरण

    उत्तर: (A) The photographer adjusted the canon before taking the shot.

    स्पष्टीकरण

    In the sentence, 'canon' is a musical composition; in (a) it refers to a camera (Canon), the same word with a different meaning.

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