Staff Selection Commission Sub Inspector Exam
Question : Directions: Select the set in which the numbers are related in the same way as the numbers of the following sets. (NOTE: Operations should be performed on the whole numbers, without breaking down the numbers into their constituent digits. E.g. 13 – operations on 13 such as adding /subtracting /multiplying etc. to 13 can be performed. Breaking down 13 into 1 and 3 and then performing mathematical operations on 1 and 3 is not allowed.) (27, 21, 16) (24, 33, 19)
Option 1: (25, 21, 13)
Option 2: (36, 15, 17)
Option 3: (42, 18, 21)
Option 4: (32, 14, 7)
Correct Answer: (36, 15, 17)
Solution : Given: (27, 21, 16); (24, 33, 19)
Add the first two numbers, and then divide the resultant by 3, to get the third number – ⇒ (27, 21, 16)→(27 + 21) ÷ 3 = 48 ÷ 3 = 16 ⇒ (24, 33, 19)→(24
Question : Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh of Jaipur had not built the observatory at ____.
Option 1: Varanasi
Option 2: Allahabad
Option 3: Ujjain
Option 4: Mathura
Correct Answer: Allahabad
Solution : The correct option is Allahabad
Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh founded five observatories in Jaipur, Delhi, Mathura, Varanasi, and Ujjain. When employing Indian astronomy, these structures are vital for accurately predicting eclipses and other astronomical occurrences. Jaipur is home to the only one that is still
Question : Direction: Following is the pie chart showing the result of the survey among 119060 people concerning tobacco. Study the pie diagram and answer the following question.
The number of people preferring bidi is:
Option 1: 29,790
Option 2: 29,765
Option 3: 11,906
Option 4: 59,530
Correct Answer: 29,765
Solution : Total number people = 119060 Degree subtended by number of people preferring bidi = 90$^\circ$ Number of people preferring bidi = $\frac{90^\circ}{360^\circ}\times 119060$ = 29765 Hence, the correct answer is 29,765.
Question : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. Rabindranath Tagore founded a small school at Santiniketan in 1901 and Kala Bhavan, an art school, in 1919, which became a part of the Visvabharati University founded in 1921. Located in an (2)________ village some distance from the city of Calcutta, Kala Bhavan presented an alternative methodology of art training in which studio-based practice was (3)________ in favour of learning through observation and living as a part of nature. The natural surroundings, with the (4)________ of bare red earth dotted with trees, the colours of the changing seasons, and the animals and birds (5)________ inspiration to students.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no. 5.
Option 1: groomed
Option 2: refused
Option 3: provided
Option 4: agreed
Correct Answer: provided
Solution : The third option is the correct answer.
The structure of the sentence suggests that the natural surroundings have a role in inspiring students. Using "provided" helps convey the idea that these surroundings offer or supply inspiration to the students at Kala Bhavan, aligning with the
Question : Directions: Four letter clusters have been given, out of which three are alike in some manner and one is different. Select the odd letter cluster.
Option 1: GCKD
Option 2: UQYR
Option 3: XOTP
Option 4: NJRK
Correct Answer: XOTP
Solution : Let's check each option – First option: GCKD; G – 3 = D; C + 8 = K; The difference between the first and the last letter is equal to 3 and the difference between the middle letters is equal to 8. Second option: UQYR;
Question : Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with blanks that are to be filled in with appropriate words. Four alternatives are suggested; choose the correct alternative out of them as your answer.
He reads ___________ that are __________ to his profession.
Option 1: weeklies, appropriate
Option 2: papers, apparent
Option 3: periodicals, pertinent
Option 4: magazines, acceptable
Correct Answer: periodicals, pertinent
Solution : The correct choice is the third option.
Periodicals: Magazines, journals, or newspapers published at regular intervals. This is the correct option as it includes various types of publications that are issued regularly, such as magazines or journals.
Pertinent: Relevant or applicable to a particular
Question : In 1950-51, what percentage of the GDP of India was contributed by the industrial sector?
Option 1: 22 per cent
Option 2: 28 per cent
Option 3: 13 per cent
Option 4: 16 per cent
Correct Answer: 13 per cent
Solution : The correct option is 13 per cent.
The contribution of the industrial sector to GDP was only 13% in 1950–51, as the focus was on agrarian reforms and economic self-sufficiency. However, it diversified into various sub-sectors, such as automobile manufacturing, electronics, pharmaceuticals,
Question : Directions: In the following question, select the missing number from the given responses.
Option 1: 330
Option 2: 336
Option 3: 428
Option 4: 420
Correct Answer: 336
Solution : Here, the pattern is as follows – (2)³ – 2 = 8 – 2 = 6 (3)³ – 3 = 27 – 3 = 24 (4)³ – 4 = 64 – 4 = 60 (5)³ – 5 = 125 – 5 = 120 (6)³ –
Question : Political liberty implies :
Option 1: People's control over the government
Option 2: Free political activities of the people
Option 3: Co-operation between politics and democracy
Option 4: Voters can make and unmake their government
Correct Answer: Free political activities of the people
Solution : The correct answer is Free political activities of the people.
Political freedom is a central concept in history and political thought and one of the most important features of democratic societies. The ability of the people to take part in
Question : The Sub-Section (C) in the list of Fundamental Duties requires an Indian citizen to uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity and ______________ of India.
Option 1: fraternity
Option 2: integrity
Option 3: harmony
Option 4: equality
Correct Answer: integrity
Solution : The correct answer is integrity.
The eleven Fundamental Duties are outlined in Part IV-A of the Constitution upholding and protecting India's sovereignty, unity and integrity; promoting harmony and a spirit of common brotherhood among all Indians, religious, linguistic, regional and sectional differences.
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