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Staff Selection Commission Combined Higher Secondary Level Exam

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Question : By interchanging the digits of a two-digit number, we get a number which is four times the original number minus 24. If the digit at the unit's place of the original number exceeds its digit at ten's place by 7, then the original number is:

Option 1: 29

Option 2: 36

Option 3: 58

Option 4: 18

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Correct Answer: 29


Solution : Let the digit in the ten's place and the digit in the unit's place be x and y respectively.
Then the original number = 10x + y and the new number = 10y + x.
According to the question,
10y + x = 4(10x +

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Question : From which among the following rulers has the Government of India borrowed and adopted its symbols?

Option 1: Ashoka

Option 2: Krishnadevaraya

Option 3: Pulakeshin

Option 4: Kanishka

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Correct Answer: Ashoka


Solution : The correct option is Ashoka.

The Mauryan ruler Ashoka's emblem was copied and used by the Government of India. The Ashoka Chakra is India's national symbol. It is a wheel with 24 spokes. The wheel is a symbol of Dharma, the Hindu notion of

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Question : Comprehension:

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.

Teenage is a (1)______ of life that everyone goes through between childhood and adulthood. During this time, teenagers go through many changes, both physically and emotionally. They may experience mood swings, have difficulty expressing their feelings, and sometimes (2)_______ impulsively. Teenagers are also trying to figure out their place in the world and may face pressure from peers, parents, and society to (3)_______ to certain expectations. It is important for teenagers to have a support system that allows them to explore their interests, develop their own identities, and make healthy choices. Despite the challenges that come with being a teenager, it can also be an exciting and transformative time. Teenagers have the (4)_______ to learn new skills, make lifelong friends, and explore new experiences that can shape their future. It is important for parents, educators, and other adults to provide teenagers with guidance, support, and resources that can help them (5)______ the challenges of adolescence.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no. 5.

Option 1: correlate

Option 2: propagate

Option 3: conclude

Option 4: reduce

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Correct Answer: reduce


Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.

Challenges are addressed to reduce them and create more opportunities.

Therefore, reduce is the most suitable option, as we are talking about challenges related to adolescence.

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Question : Direction: Sandeep has a brother named Ankur. Sandeep is the son of Kishan. Baljor is Kishan's father. How is Ankur related to Baljor?

Option 1: Grandson

Option 2: Brother

Option 3: Son

Option 4: Grandfather

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Correct Answer: Grandson


Solution : As per the instructions given, the family tree will be – 

 

According to the above family tree, Ankur is the Grandson of Baljor.

Hence, the first option is correct.

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Question : Who is the author of the book "Romancing with Life"?

Option 1: Kapil Dev

Option 2: Dev Anand

Option 3: Shashi Tharoor

Option 4: Bill Clinton

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Correct Answer: Dev Anand


Solution : The correct answer is Dev Anand.

"Romancing with Life" is an autobiography penned by Dev Anand, the iconic Bollywood actor, film director, and producer. The book offers a candid account of his life, career, and experiences in the Indian film industry. His autobiography

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Question : The following pie chart shows the percentage distribution of trees in a forest.

If the forest has 7500 pine trees, then find how many trees are there in the forest.

Option 1: 22,500

Option 2: 30,000

Option 3: 27,000

Option 4: 7,500

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Correct Answer: 30,000


Solution : Number of pine trees in the forest = 7,500
Percentage of Pine trees in forest = 25%
Let the total number of trees be $x$.
25% of $x$ = 7,500
⇒ $\frac{25\times{x}}{100}$ = 7,500
⇒ 25$x$ = 7,50,000
⇒ $x$ = 30,000
$\therefore$ Total number

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Question : Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.

Option 1: Infer

Option 2: Neutral

Option 3: Apprehensive

Option 4: Maintanence

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Correct Answer: Maintanence


Solution : The incorrect spelling is in the fourth option.

Explanation: The correct spelling of the word is maintenance.

Maintenance refers to the process of preserving or keeping something in a functional or satisfactory condition. It involves regular checks, repairs, and actions taken to prevent the deterioration

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Question : Who among the following Indian dancers was awarded the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award 2020 for contribution to Odissi dance?

Option 1: Brajendra Kumar Pattnaik

Option 2: Balkar Sidhu

Option 3: Rabindra Atibudhi

Option 4: Pasumarthy Vithal

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Correct Answer: Rabindra Atibudhi


Solution : The correct option is Rabindra Atibudhi.

Rabindra Atibudhi was honoured with the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award 2020 for his outstanding contributions to Odissi dance. He showcased his talent at prestigious festivals and cultural events. Choreographing around 50 classical dances, including the National Award-winning

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Question : Which of the following is called the 'land of one thousand lakes'?

Option 1: Sweden

Option 2: Greenland

Option 3: U.S.A.

Option 4: Finland

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Correct Answer: Finland


Solution : The correct option is Finland.

Finland is regarded as the land of a thousand lakes, and there are more than 160,000 lakes. It is a Nordic country and shares its borders with Sweden, Norway and Russia. Saimaa, the fourth-biggest lake in Europe, is the largest

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