Staff Selection Commission Sub Inspector Exam
Question : Which among the following industries was not in Schedule A of Industrial Policy 1956?
Option 1: Air transport
Option 2: Mining of salt
Option 3: Mineral oils
Option 4: Iron and steel
Correct Answer: Mining of salt
Solution : The correct option is the Mining of salt.
The mining of salt was not included in Schedule A of the Industrial Policy of 1956 in India. In the context of India's industrial policy, Schedule A included industries that were exclusively reserved for the
Question : Directions: In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative that will improve the bracketed part of the sentence. In case no improvement is needed, select "No Improvement".
Shashank appealed to the judge (for his release) from jail.
(1) of his release
(2) from his release
(3) his release
(4) No Improvement
Option 1: 1
Option 2: 2
Option 3: 3
Option 4: 4
Correct Answer: 4
Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.
The given sentence is structured properly. The sentence conveys the idea that Shashank had made a formal request to the judge to have him released from prison.
Therefore, the sentence requires no improvement.
Question : Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined word in the given sentence.
The new professor is liked by his students for his amiable approach.
Option 1: simple
Option 2: strict
Option 3: academic
Option 4: friendly
Correct Answer: friendly
Solution : The fourth option is correct.
In the given sentence, the word amiable is used to describe the professor's approach. The sentence states that the students like the professor because of his amiable approach.
The word amiable means having a friendly and pleasant manner.
Therefore, the
Question : Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Resolute
Option 1: Serious
Option 2: Wavering
Option 3: Steadfast
Option 4: Brave
Correct Answer: Wavering
Solution : The second option is the correct choice.
The word resolute is an adjective that describes someone who is determined, unwavering, and firm in their decisions or actions. The antonym indecisive is fitting because it describes someone who has difficulty making decisions, lacks determination, or is
Question : The 'Gandhara' School of Art was influenced by the art from which of the following European countries?
Option 1: Italy
Option 2: Greece
Option 3: Hungary
Option 4: Belgium
Correct Answer: Greece
Solution : The correct option is Greece
The 'Gandhara' School of Art, flourishing in ancient Pakistan and Afghanistan, was influenced by the art of Greece. The Hellenistic impact is evident in Gandharan sculptures, reflecting the synthesis of Greek artistic styles with local traditions during the period
Question : Choose the correct spelling of the underlined word.
The school calander this year has turned out really nice.
Option 1: celender
Option 2: calendar
Option 3: calunder
Option 4: calender
Correct Answer: calendar
Solution : The correct choice is the second option.
Explanation:
We have to consider the correct spelling of the word "calendar". The standard and correct spelling of the word is "calendar". The error is in the usage of an "a" instead of an "e", making
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 number.
Malti had to wait long to see her son, Abhik. She had worked hard to (1)______ her husband’s last wish that Abhik should (2)______ his higher education at Cambridge. Abhik (3)______ to be meritorious and hardworking and had secured a seat. Making ends meet was (4)______ and a trip back home in the vacation, (5)______ for the mother and son.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no. 2.
Option 1: provide
Option 2: approach
Option 3: delete
Option 4: pursue
Correct Answer: pursue
Pursue means to achieve something over a long time. It helps convey that the last wish of Malti's husband was that his son Abhik complete his higher education at Cambridge.
Therefore, the complete sentence is: "She had
Question : Directions: In the following question, some parts of the sentence may have some errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If the sentence is free from error, select "No error".
Having deprived of their houses (1) / in the recent earthquake (2) / they had no other option but to take shelter in a school. (3) No error (4)
Option 1: (1)
Option 2: (2)
Option 3: (3)
Option 4: (4)
Correct Answer: (1)
Solution : The error lies in the first part of the sentence:
Having deprived of their houses should be changed to having been deprived of their houses.
The phrase having been is necessary to form the passive voice construction to correctly convey that someone or something else
I met the two boys, (whom I believe are) twins.
(1) who I believe to be
(2) who I believe are
(3) who to my belief are
Correct Answer: 2
Explanation: "Whom I believe are" should be replaced with "who I believe are" to convey the meaning that the two boys they met are twins, according to them. "Who" is a subjective pronoun, whereas "whom" is an
Question : Directions: Select the missing number from the given responses.
Option 1: 11
Option 2: 29
Option 3: 24
Option 4: 15
Correct Answer: 29
Solution : Given:
The pattern is running horizontally along the rows. Row 1: [(121 + 49) ÷ 2] – 4 = [170 ÷ 2] – 4 = 85 – 4 = 81 Row 2: [(100
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