Staff Selection Commission Multi Tasking Staff Exam
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.
In 700 BCE Greek poet Hesiod (1)_____ "Theogony" and "Work and Days". In these mythologies, Atlas was a Titan (2)______ enormous strength. He, along with other titans (3)_______ the gods of Mount Olympus. While the other Titans were banished to Tartaras after being defeated by the god Zeus as retribution, Atlas (4)_______ was forced to carry the earth and the sky for an eternity. In depictions of Atlas, obviously carved by human based on myths, he is shown as a stooped figure carrying the (5)_____ on his shoulders. Because of his association with the globe, maps began to be decorated with this image of Atlas. Question: Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank No. 4.
Option 1: however
Option 2: despite
Option 3: in fact
Option 4: unlike
Correct Answer: however
Solution : The correct choice is the first option.
The word, however, is used to indicate a contrast or exception to the preceding statement. In this context, it highlights the distinct fate of Atlas compared to the other Titans.
The use of "however" helps convey the idea
Question : Azhar (2016), a sports-related movie, is based on which of the following sports?
Option 1: Cricket
Option 2: Mixed Martial arts
Option 3: Boxing
Option 4: Hockey
Correct Answer: Cricket
Solution : The correct option is Cricket.
Based on the life of former Indian cricket player and captain Mohammad Azharuddin, "Azhar" (2016) is a sports-themed Bollywood film. The film explores several facets of Azharuddin's career, including his triumphs, his legal troubles, and the match-fixing incident that
Question : Jhijhiya is a famous folk dance in which of the following states?
Option 1: Haryana
Option 2: Bihar
Option 3: Rajasthan
Option 4: Uttar Pradesh
Correct Answer: Bihar
Solution : The correct option is Bihar.
Jhijhiya is a famous folk dance of the state of Bihar. It is traditionally performed by the women of the Maithil and Bhojpuri regions. The dance is characterised by lively movements and is accompanied by vibrant music. Jhijhiya is
Question : Directions: In a certain code language, FALF is written as HCJD. How will OEMC be written in that language?
Option 1: QGAK
Option 2: QGKA
Option 3: QKAG
Option 4: QKGA
Correct Answer: QGKA
Solution : Given: FALF is written as HCJD.
Add 2 to the place value of the first two letters and subtract 2 from the place value of the last two letters of FALF to get the required code.
So, FALF is written as HCJD. Similarly, follow the
Question : Directions: Which two numbers should be interchanged to make the given equation correct? 13 + 4 ÷ 16 × 5 – 22 = 11
Option 1: 13 and 22
Option 2: 16 and 22
Option 3: 13 and 16
Option 4: 4 and 16
Correct Answer: 4 and 16
Solution : Given: 13 + 4 ÷ 16 × 5 – 22 = 11
Let's check the options – First option: 13 and 22 On interchanging the numbers, we get – = 22 + 4 ÷ 16 × 5 – 13 = 22 + 1.25
Question : Directions: A, B, C, D, and E are five books kept on top of each other. C is kept between A and B. D and E are kept together. E is kept above B. Which book is in the middle?
Option 1: B or E
Option 2: E
Option 3: C
Option 4: B
Correct Answer: B
Solution : Given: C is kept between A and B.
D and E are kept together. E is kept above B.
So, the order becomes →
Book B is in the middle. Hence, the fourth option
Question : NABARD is an apex finance institution set up by the Indian government in 1982. What does "R" in NABARD stand for?
Option 1: Rural
Option 2: Rank
Option 3: Regulatory
Option 4: Right
Correct Answer: Rural
Solution : The correct answer is Rural.
The "R" in NABARD stands for "rural." NABARD, which stands for the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development, is an apex financial institution in India that focuses on providing credit and other facilities for the development of agriculture
Question : Who was the last Tirthankara of the Jainism?
Option 1: Vardhamana Mahavira
Option 2: Chandraprabha
Option 3: Rishabhanatha
Option 4: Padmaprabha
Correct Answer: Vardhamana Mahavira
Solution : The correct answer is Vardhamana Mahavira.
Vardhamana Mahavira was the 24th and final Tirthankara of the Jainism. He belonged to the Lichchhavis, a branch of the Vajji sangha and was a Kshatriya prince. He moved out of his house and into a wilderness
Question : The compound interest on Rs. 20,000 at 5% per annum, compounded annually, is Rs. 2,050. What is the time period?
Option 1: 2.5 years
Option 2: 2 years
Option 3: 4 years
Option 4: 3 years
Correct Answer: 2 years
Solution : Let the time be $T$. Principal = Rs. 20,000 We know, $\text{Compound interest}=\text{Principal}×(1+\frac{\text{Rate}}{100})^{\text{Time}}-\text{Principal}$ Given that the compound interest is Rs. 2,050. ⇒ $2050 = 20000 × (1 + 0.05)^T – 20000$ ⇒ $20000 × (1.05)^T = 22050$ ⇒ $(\frac{21}{20})^T=\frac{22050}{20000}$ ⇒ $(\frac{21}{20})^T=\frac{441}{400}$ ⇒ $(\frac{21}{20})^T=(\frac{21}{20})^2$ ⇒
Question : Jeev Milkha Singh is associated with which sport?
Option 1: Golf
Option 2: Hockey
Option 3: Cricket
Option 4: Athletics
Correct Answer: Golf
Solution : The correct option is Golf.
Jeev Milkha Singh is an Indian professional golfer. He became the first player from India to join the European tour in 1998. He won four events on the European tour in 1998, becoming the most successful Indian on tour.
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