Staff Selection Commission Sub Inspector Exam
Question : Which of the following Ministries releases the "Ease of Living Index" in India?
Option 1: Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
Option 2: Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
Option 3: Ministry of Finance
Option 4: Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
Correct Answer: Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
Solution : The correct option is the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs.
The "Ease of Living Index" in India is released by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs. This index assesses the quality of life and the impact of
Question : Directions: Ratan walks 15 m towards the north and then turns right and walks 23 m. Then, he turns left and walks 16 m. After that, he turns left and walks 11 m. Then, he turns right and walks 17 m. Then, he turns left and walks 12 m. He finally turns right and walks 19 m. In which direction and how far is he now with reference to the starting point?
Option 1: South, 51 m
Option 2: North, 52 m
Option 3: North, 48 m
Option 4: North, 67 m
Correct Answer: North, 67 m
Solution : Firstly, we will draw the diagram as per the given instructions –
From the above diagram, it is clear that Ratan is in the North direction from his starting point. Ratan's distance between the starting point and the endpoint = 15 + 16
Question : Some words in the following sentence have been underlined and given as options. Select the option that contains a spelling error. Roshni does a fabulouous job at her company and has been offered a promotion.
Option 1: fabulouous
Option 2: company
Option 3: promotion
Option 4: offered
Correct Answer: fabulouous
Solution : The correct choice is the first option.
In the sentence provided, the spelling error is in the word "fabulouous". The correct spelling is fabulous. The incorrect spelling includes an extra "o" after the "u".
Therefore, the corrected sentence would be: "Roshni does a fabulous job
Question : A water tank can be filled by a tap in 30 minutes and another tap can fill it in 60 minutes. If both the taps are kept open for 5 minutes and then the first tap is closed, how long will it take for the remaining tank to be full?
Option 1: 20 minutes
Option 2: 25 minutes
Option 3: 30 minutes
Option 4: 45 minutes
Correct Answer: 45 minutes
Solution : One minute's work of Tap A = $\frac{1}{30}$ One minute's work of Tap B = $\frac{1}{60}$ For 5 minutes, both taps are open $(\frac{1}{30}+\frac{1}{60})$×5 = $\frac{15}{60}$ = $\frac{1}{4}$ part of tank is full in 5 minutes Remaining part $=1-\frac{1}{4}=\frac{3}{4}$ So, $\frac{3}{4}$ of the remaining
Question : Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. One who is bad in spellings.
Option 1: Cacographer
Option 2: Photographer
Option 3: Choreographer
Option 4: Chauvinist
Correct Answer: Cacographer
Solution : The correct option is the first option.
Explanation: The word cacographer specifically denotes someone who struggles with spelling, making it the appropriate choice in this context. The meanings of the other options are as follows:
Question : Study the given histogram that shows the marks obtained by students in an examination and answer the question that follows.
If the total marks obtained by students are represented as a pie chart, then the central angle of the sector representing maks 200 or more but less than 300, is: (correct to the nearest degree)
Option 1: 128o
Option 2: 154o
Option 3: 68o
Option 4: 88o
Correct Answer: 154o
Solution : Central angle of pie chart = $\frac{\text{Given frequency}}{\text{Total frequency}} × 360°$ From the histogram, Number of students who scored marks between 200 and 300 = 45 + 60 = 105 ⇒ Total students = 30 + 45 + 60 + 35 + 40 +
Question : Directions: In the following sequence of letters, how many times is the letter p immediately preceded by the letter t? s p r u a t p p g h j t k p s t p d g c l p t t t p p p t p t p t p t s m v b t p g c x d p t p k l s t p t
Option 1: 6
Option 2: 8
Option 3: 7
Option 4: 9
Correct Answer: 9
Solution : Given: s p r u a t p p g h j t k p s t p d g c l p t t t p p p t p t p t p t s m v b t p g c x
Question : Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with a blank that is to be filled in with an appropriate word. Four alternatives are suggested; choose the correct alternative out of them as your answer.
He did not qualify ______the job.
Option 1: for
Option 2: to
Option 3: against
Option 4: with
Correct Answer: for
Solution : The correct answer is the first option.
In this context, "for" is the preposition used to indicate that someone is being considered or evaluated for a particular position or role.
Therefore, the complete sentence is: He did not qualify for the job.
Question : What is a 'Patriarchal Society'?
Option 1: A system that values women more than men
Option 2: A system that values men more than women
Option 3: A system that values both men and women equally
Option 4: A system that values elders
Correct Answer: A system that values men more than women
Solution : The correct answer is A system that values men more than women.
In a Patriarchal society, men dominate and make all major decisions while women have little to no say. On the other hand, a Matriarchal society values
Question : Who among the following was the first President of the IOC?
Option 1: Lord Killanin
Option 2: Pierre, Baron de Coubertin
Option 3: Demetrius Vikelas
Option 4: Avery Brundage
Correct Answer: Demetrius Vikelas
Solution : The correct answer is Demetrius Vikelas.
Demetrios Vikelas served as the first President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). From 1894 to 1896, he presided over the IOC. Vikelas was instrumental in the founding and early years of the IOC, which was established
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