Question : Comprehension:
Read the given passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.

As a society, we have come a long way in terms of progress and development. We have eradicated diseases, explored space, and created technological wonders that were once thought impossible. Yet, there is still one issue that continues to plague us: stupidity. Yes, stupidity. The thing that seems to be contagious and has been spreading faster than the common cold. It's everywhere you look - on social media, in politics, in the workplace. You can't escape it.

It's as if we've all collectively decided that intelligence and common sense are no longer important. Why bother using your brain when you can just rely on your gut feelings and conspiracy theories?

Take politics, for example. It used to be that politicians were expected to be knowledgeable and well-informed about the issues they were dealing with. Now, it seems that all you need is a catchy slogan and some empty promises to win an election.

And don't even get me started on social media. It's a breeding ground for stupidity. People will believe anything they read as long as it confirms their preconceived biases. And don't even think about trying to present them with actual facts and evidence. That's just a waste of time. But it's not just individuals who are to blame for this epidemic of stupidity. Our education system is failing us as well. We're teaching our kids how to pass tests instead of how to think critically and solve problems. It's no wonder we have a generation of adults who can't even find their way around a basic math problem.

Of course, there are some who would argue that stupidity is just a different way of thinking. That it's a valid perspective that deserves to be respected. To those people, I say this: if you want to be stupid, go ahead. Just don't expect the rest of us to respect your opinions when they're based on nothing but ignorance and misinformation.

It's time for us to take a stand against stupidity. We need to start valuing intelligence and critical thinking again. We need to hold our leaders accountable for their actions and demand that they be knowledgeable and well-informed. We need to teach our children how to think, not just how to memorise.

It won't be easy, but it's a fight worth fighting. Because if we don't, we'll be stuck in a world where stupidity reigns supreme, and there's no telling what kind of damage that could do. So let's all do our part and start using our brains again. It's time to put an end to the epidemic of stupidity once and for all.

Question:
According to the author of the passage, who among the following is NOT responsible for the spread of stupidity?

Option 1: Politicians

Option 2: Education system

Option 3: Individuals

Option 4: Children

Question : Directions: In the following question, select the number that can be placed at the sign of the question mark (?) from the given alternatives.

Option 1: 60

Option 2: 70

Option 3: 75

Option 4: 80

Question : Which among the following articles came into force on 26th November 1949, the day the Indian Constitution was adopted?

Option 1: Article 388

Option 2: Article 390

Option 3: Article 387

Option 4: Article 386

Question : Directions: Study the given pattern carefully and select the number that can replace the question mark (?) in it.
First row: 19, 6, 37
Second row: 21, 8, 45
Third row: 72, 14, ?
(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.)

Option 1: 124

Option 2: 134

Option 3: 114

Option 4: 144

Question : If $\frac{x}{4 y}=\frac{3}{4}$ then, the value of $\frac{2 x+3 y}{x–2 y}$ is:

Option 1: 7

Option 2: 9

Option 3: 6

Option 4: 8

Question : Select the most appropriate idiom that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
He made a mess of that bookcase he was supposed to be repairing.

Option 1: made a pig’s ear

Option 2: had a butcher hook

Option 3: made a clean breast

Option 4: brought a dog’s breast

Question : The entire content of a living cell is known as ______ which includes the cytoplasm and the nucleus.

Option 1: mitochondria

Option 2: lysosomes

Option 3: protoplasm

Option 4: cell membrane

Question : Who is the author of the new book "Knowledge Innovation Strategy"?

Option 1: Durjoy Datta

Option 2: Ravinder Singh

Option 3: Amish Tripathi

Option 4: Parag Kulkarni

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.

The Amazon is the world’s largest tropical rainforest. It is (1)______ the size of the continent of Australia and covers (2)______ area of nearly 2.8 million square miles. The Amazon rainforest gets its life from the (3)______ Amazon River which runs through the heart (4)______ the region. The rainforest is simply the drained basin for the river and it's (5)______. The vast forest consists of four layers, each featuring its own ecosystems and specially adapted plants and animals.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no. 3.

Option 1: majestic

Option 2: magnetic

Option 3: major

Option 4: minor

Question : Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles.

Option 1: Stuck-up

Option 2: Integrity

Option 3: Uptight

Option 4: Ridicule