1. Q1Open question

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

    1. Legitimacy
    2. Neutrality
    3. Fairness
    4. Diversity
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (C) Fairness

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (C) Fairness, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]

  2. Q2Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (C) VAF

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (C) VAF, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]

  3. Q3Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (D) HEK

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (D) HEK, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]

  4. Q4Open question

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

    1. Tissue
    2. Proton
    3. System
    4. Gene
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (A) Tissue

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (A) Tissue, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]

  5. Q5Open question

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

    1. 120
    2. 148
    3. 361
    4. 247
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (A) 120

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (A) 120, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]

  6. Q6Open question

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

    1. 132
    2. 140
    3. 142
    4. 150
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (A) 132

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (A) 132, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]

  7. Q7Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (B) Only Conclusion II follows

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (B) Only Conclusion II follows, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]

  8. Q8Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (A) Only I and II are implicit

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (A) Only I and II are implicit, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]

  9. Q9Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (B) Three

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (B) Three, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]

  10. Q10Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (B) 2 and 3

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (B) 2 and 3, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]

  11. Q11Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (A) 11

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (A) 11, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]

  12. Q12Open question

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

    1. YZA
    2. ZAB
    3. YAC
    4. YAZ
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (A) YZA

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (A) YZA, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]

  13. Q13Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (B) 15

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (B) 15, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]

  14. Q14Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (D) LERABGA

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (D) LERABGA, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]

  15. Q15Open question

    Find the odd one out from the given alternatives:

    1. TDS
    2. GST
    3. VAT
    4. DNA
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (D) DNA

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (D) DNA, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]

  16. Q16Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (B) Uncle

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (B) Uncle, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]

  17. Q17Open question

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

    1. 1331
    2. 3375
    3. 4096
    4. 2197
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (C) 4096

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (C) 4096, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]

  18. Q18Open question

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

    1. 10
    2. 17
    3. 40
    4. 28
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (C) 40

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (C) 40, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]

  19. Q19Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (A) 96571

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (A) 96571, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]

  20. Q20Open question

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

    1. 26
    2. 24
    3. 28
    4. 22
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (A) 26

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (A) 26, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]

  21. Q21Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (A) Daughter

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (A) Daughter, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]

  22. Q22Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (A) Wife

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (A) Wife, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]

  23. Q23Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (B) 56, 72

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (B) 56, 72, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]

  24. Q24Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (C) 2

    Explanation

    A = 27 and B = 1/9, so A % B = 27 × 1/9 - 1 = 3 - 1 = 2. (Verified against the official SSC answer key.)

  25. Q25Open question

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

    1. 384
    2. 400
    3. 415
    4. 416
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (B) 400

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (B) 400, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Intelligence & Reasoning]

  26. Q26Open question

    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.
    Show answer & explanation

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

    Explanation

    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]

  27. Q27Open question

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

    1. Harshavardhana
    2. Samudragupta
    3. Chandragupta Maurya
    4. Pulakeshin II
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (C) Chandragupta Maurya

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (C) Chandragupta Maurya, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]

  28. Q28Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (D) Ragas evolved from jatis; 72-mela was by Venkatamakhi

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (D) Ragas evolved from jatis; 72-mela was by Venkatamakhi, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]

  29. Q29Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (A) Only 1 is Correct

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (A) Only 1 is Correct, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]

  30. Q30Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (B) President's Cup, Indonesia

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (B) President's Cup, Indonesia, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]

  31. Q31Open question

    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.
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (C) Company's constitution at home and territorial control in India.

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (C) Company's constitution at home and territorial control in India., as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]

  32. Q32Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (A) Only 1 is Correct

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (A) Only 1 is Correct, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]

  33. Q33Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (D) 6

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (D) 6, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]

  34. Q34Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (A) Only statement 1 is correct

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (A) Only statement 1 is correct, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]

  35. Q35Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (C) Narendra Modi

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (C) Narendra Modi, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]

  36. Q36Open question

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

    1. Rockslide
    2. Rock fall
    3. Slump
    4. Debris fall
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (C) Slump

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (C) Slump, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]

  37. Q37Open question

    What is meant by population density?

    1. Population per household
    2. People per square kilometre
    3. People per region
    4. People per district
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (B) People per square kilometre

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (B) People per square kilometre, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]

  38. Q38Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (C) A is true, but R is false

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (C) A is true, but R is false, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]

  39. Q39Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (B) Optimizing mechanical configurations for minimum mass and maximum structural resilience

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (B) Optimizing mechanical configurations for minimum mass and maximum structural resilience, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]

  40. Q40Open question

    The function of lysosomes in cells is:

    1. Protein synthesis
    2. Intracellular digestion
    3. Energy production
    4. Genetic information storage
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (B) Intracellular digestion

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (B) Intracellular digestion, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]

  41. Q41Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (C) 1 & 2 only

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (C) 1 & 2 only, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]

  42. Q42Open question

    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%
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (C) Increase by approximately 2%

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (C) Increase by approximately 2%, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]

  43. Q43Open question

    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)
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (D) 15 days (for initial remand, extendable)

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (D) 15 days (for initial remand, extendable), as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]

  44. Q44Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (B) 18-40 years

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (B) 18-40 years, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]

  45. Q45Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

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

    Explanation

    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]

  46. Q46Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (B) London and New York

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (B) London and New York, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]

  47. Q47Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (D) Use light materials to make consumer goods

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (D) Use light materials to make consumer goods, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]

  48. Q48Open question

    Schedule VII of the Constitution contains _______.

    1. Election guidelines
    2. Three legislative lists
    3. Emergency powers
    4. Judicial provisions
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (B) Three legislative lists

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (B) Three legislative lists, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]

  49. Q49Open question

    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.
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (D) Climate Change Adaptation.

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (D) Climate Change Adaptation., as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]

  50. Q50Open question

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

    1. Mass
    2. Gravitational pull
    3. Orbital velocity
    4. Atmospheric drag
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (C) Orbital velocity

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (C) Orbital velocity, as per the official SSC answer key. [General Awareness]

  51. Q51Open question

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

    1. x=y
    2. x>y
    3. y>x
    4. Cannot be determined
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (C) y>x

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (C) y>x, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]

  52. Q52Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (B) 5

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (B) 5, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]

  53. Q53Open question

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

    1. 67/29
    2. 41/17
    3. 45/19
    4. 47/20
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (A) 67/29

    Explanation

    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.)

  54. Q54Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (B) ₹20,000

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (B) ₹20,000, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]

  55. Q55Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (B) ₹28,000

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (B) ₹28,000, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]

  56. Q56Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (B) ₹2.2 lakh

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (B) ₹2.2 lakh, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]

  57. Q57Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (B) ₹832

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (B) ₹832, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]

  58. Q58Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (D) 2:5

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (D) 2:5, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]

  59. Q59Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (C) ₹3,689

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (C) ₹3,689, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]

  60. Q60Open question

    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%
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (B) Profit of 9.29%

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (B) Profit of 9.29%, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]

  61. Q61Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (B) 240

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (B) 240, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]

  62. Q62Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (A) 25 days

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (A) 25 days, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]

  63. Q63Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (B) 25 litres

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (B) 25 litres, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]

  64. Q64Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (B) 30 days

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (B) 30 days, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]

  65. Q65Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (D) 1800 m

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (D) 1800 m, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]

  66. Q66Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (A) 139 m²

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (A) 139 m², as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]

  67. Q67Open question

    What is 5π/4 radians in degrees?

    1. 225°
    2. 180°
    3. 240°
    4. 360°
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (A) 225°

    Explanation

    5π/4 × 180°/π = 225°. (Verified against the official SSC answer key.)

  68. Q68Open question

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

    1. (2, 2)
    2. (5, 4)
    3. (1, 2)
    4. (3, 6)
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (A) (2, 2)

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (A) (2, 2), as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]

  69. Q69Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (C) 2 radians

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (C) 2 radians, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]

  70. Q70Open question

    If tan(90° - A) = √3, what is sin A?

    1. 1/2
    2. √3/2
    3. √2/2
    4. 3/4
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (A) 1/2

    Explanation

    tan(90° - A) = cot A = √3, so A = 30° and sin A = 1/2. (Verified against the official SSC answer key.)

  71. Q71Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (A) 8√7/7

    Explanation

    √7 + 1/√7 = (7 + 1)/√7 = 8/√7 = 8√7/7. (Verified against the official SSC answer key.)

  72. Q72Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (C) 9:25

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (C) 9:25, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]

  73. Q73Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (B) 5√3

    Explanation

    (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.)

  74. Q74Open question

    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°
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (A) 36°

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (A) 36°, as per the official SSC answer key. [Quantitative Aptitude]

  75. Q75Open question

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

    1. 5/13
    2. 12/13
    3. 13/12
    4. 13/5
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (B) 12/13

    Explanation

    cos A = 5/13, so sin A = √(1 - 25/169) = 12/13. (Verified against the official SSC answer key.)

  76. Q76Open question

    Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word: ABNEGATE

    1. Demand
    2. Accept
    3. Renounce
    4. Support
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (C) Renounce

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (C) Renounce, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]

  77. Q77Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (B) To work tirelessly to achieve something

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (B) To work tirelessly to achieve something, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]

  78. Q78Open question

    Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word. Puissant

    1. Feeble
    2. Robust
    3. Powerful
    4. Strong
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (A) Feeble

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (A) Feeble, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]

  79. Q79Open question

    Identify the misspelt word

    1. Supersede
    2. Perseverance
    3. Priviledge
    4. Assassinate
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (C) Priviledge

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (C) Priviledge, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]

  80. Q80Open question

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

    1. Psychopharmacology
    2. Psychopharmacholog
    3. Psychopharmeocology
    4. Psychopharmocology
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (A) Psychopharmacology

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (A) Psychopharmacology, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]

  81. Q81Open question

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

    1. Ascetic
    2. Agnostic
    3. Mystic
    4. Skeptic
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (A) Ascetic

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (A) Ascetic, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]

  82. Q82Open question

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

    1. nor
    2. or
    3. and
    4. nor did
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (A) nor

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (A) nor, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]

  83. Q83Open question

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

    1. at which
    2. on which
    3. when
    4. whereupon
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (C) when

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (C) when, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]

  84. Q84Open question

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

    1. persuade
    2. dislodge
    3. dissuasion
    4. disillusion
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (B) dislodge

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (B) dislodge, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]

  85. Q85Open question

    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)
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (C) (3)

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (C) (3), as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]

  86. Q86Open question

    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)
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (D) (4)

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (D) (4), as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]

  87. Q87Open question

    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.
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (C) Archived manuscripts can seldom be accessed without clearance.

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (C) Archived manuscripts can seldom be accessed without clearance., as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]

  88. Q88Open question

    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.
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (B) The chef prepared a sauce of deep gules and cumin.

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (B) The chef prepared a sauce of deep gules and cumin., as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]

  89. Q89Open question

    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.
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (B) Someone delivers the package to the office every morning.

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (B) Someone delivers the package to the office every morning., as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]

  90. Q90Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (C) Facilitating free flow of information

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (C) Facilitating free flow of information, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]

  91. Q91Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (C) Its ability to spread both truth and misinformation

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (C) Its ability to spread both truth and misinformation, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]

  92. Q92Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (C) Viral reach and grassroots mobilization

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (C) Viral reach and grassroots mobilization, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]

  93. Q93Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (C) Algorithmic transparency and media literacy

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (C) Algorithmic transparency and media literacy, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]

  94. Q94Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (C) Societal intent and ethical usage

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (C) Societal intent and ethical usage, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]

  95. Q95Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (A) than the train departed

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (A) than the train departed, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]

  96. Q96Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (C) asked the clerk to submit the report

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (C) asked the clerk to submit the report, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]

  97. Q97Open question

    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.
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (A) She said she had seen him the previous night.

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (A) She said she had seen him the previous night., as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]

  98. Q98Open question

    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.
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (C) "Maintain silence in the library," said the librarian.

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (C) "Maintain silence in the library," said the librarian., as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]

  99. Q99Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (A) 3, 2, 1, 4

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (A) 3, 2, 1, 4, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]

  100. Q100Open question

    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
    Show answer & explanation

    Answer: (A) 2, 1, 3, 4

    Explanation

    Correct answer: (A) 2, 1, 3, 4, as per the official SSC answer key. [English Comprehension]

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