Staff Selection Commission Stenographer Grade C & D Exam
Question : Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select 'No substitution needed'.
When the sun began to set, the boys reluctantly deciding to going home.
Option 1: decide to going home
Option 2: No substitution needed
Option 3: deciding to go home
Option 4: decided to go home
Correct Answer: decided to go home
Solution : The fourth option is the correct answer.
The verb deciding is in the present participle form, but it should be in the past tense to match the past tense of the main verb began in the sentence. The correct sentence should use
Question : The Preamble of the Constitution of India provides for the liberty of thought, expression, belief, faith and ______.
Option 1: worship
Option 2: participation
Option 3: opportunity
Option 4: education
Correct Answer: worship
Solution : The correct answer is worship.
The Preamble of the Constitution of India assures liberty of thought, expression, belief, faith and worship. It emphasises the commitment to securing justice, equality and fraternity for all citizens. This foundational document sets forth the ideals that guide the
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. National Educational Policy of India 2020 is built on the foundational (1)__________ of Equity, Access, Quality and Affordability. The policy is a (2) __________framework of India's education system from elementary to higher education. It also discusses the (3)____________and scope of vocational training. The objective is to (4)___________India in a vibrant knowledge society and make the country a global knowledge superpower by providing a more (5)_________flexible and multidisciplinary education to its youth.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 2.
Option 1: inclusive
Option 2: comprehensive
Option 3: absolute
Option 4: exclusionary
Correct Answer: comprehensive
Solution : The correct choice is the second option.
The term "comprehensive" conveys the idea that the policy is all-encompassing, covering a wide range of aspects within India's education system, from elementary to higher education. It implies a thorough and inclusive framework that addresses various dimensions
Question : Directions: Which of the following equations will be correct when the signs × and ÷ and the numbers 12 and 9 are interchanged?
Option 1: 12 + 8 × 9 + (24 ÷ 5 + 8) – 7 = 35
Option 2: 9 × 17 + 5 (24 ÷ 9) – 12 = 46
Option 3: 14 ÷ 2 + 10 (12 – 6) × 9 = 37
Option 4: 10 + 2 ÷ 3 + (24 × 9 + 8) – 12 = 17
Correct Answer: 10 + 2 ÷ 3 + (24 × 9 + 8) – 12 = 17
Solution : Given: Interchange × and ÷ and the numbers 12 and 9.
Replace the given symbols and numbers in the options one by one with the original symbols and numbers in the
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.
Many years ago, high up among (1)______ old Swiss mountains, there lived a man named William Tell. He was a (2)______ hunter and considered to be the best shot in the (3)______ land. At that time, the country was ruled by a (4)______ named Gessler. Gessler was very proud of the power that he had (5)______ his people. He made many harsh laws which the people had to (6)______. He had his hat placed on a tall pole and ordered that anyone who (7)______ that way should bow to his hat. One day William Tell (8)_______ to pass that way. The soldier on duty asked him to bow or face the (9)______. But William Tell boldly refused and said he would never show (10)______ to a hat.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank No. 4.
Option 1: kingpin
Option 2: boss
Option 3: slave
Option 4: tyrant
Correct Answer: tyrant
Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.
A tyrant refers to a ruler who exercises power oppressively or unjustly, often with cruelty and harsh authority. In the context of the sentence, it implies that Gessler ruled the country in a manner that was considered
Question : Directions: Town B is to the north of Town A. Town C is to the east of Town B. Town D is to the north of Town C. Town M is to the west of Town D. What is the position of Town M with respect to Town A? (All positions are arranged in GRID pattern.)
Option 1: West
Option 2: South
Option 3: North
Option 4: East
Correct Answer: North
Solution : Firstly, we will draw the diagram as per the given instructions –
So, from the above diagram, M is in the north direction concerning A's position. Hence, the third option is correct.
Question : With effect from 1 April 2019, which of the following banks stands merged with the Bank of Baroda?
Option 1: Oriental Bank of Commerce
Option 2: United Bank of India
Option 3: Bank of Maharashtra
Option 4: Dena Bank
Correct Answer: Dena Bank
Solution : The correct answer is Dena Bank.
Dena Bank and Vijaya Bank merged with the Bank of Baroda, with effect from 1 April 2019. After the merger, the Bank of Baroda became the third largest public sector bank in India. The largest public sector bank
Question : Directions: In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative that will improve the bold part of the sentence. In case no improvement is needed, select "No Improvement."
She stood by him under all conditions and undaunted by anything.
(1) without reverse
(2) No Improvement
(3) without hesitation
(4) through thick and thin
Option 1: (1)
Option 2: (2)
Option 3: (3)
Option 4: (4)
Correct Answer: (3)
Solution : The sentence can be improved using the third option "through thick and thin".
The idiom "through thick and thin" means to stay with someone no matter what difficulties or challenges they face. It is a common idiom used to describe a loyal and supportive friend
Question : Directions: Select the correct option that indicates the arrangement of the given words in a logical and meaningful order. 1. Garment 2. Silk moth 3. Wearing 4. Silk fabric 5. Stitching
Option 1: 4, 2, 5, 1, 3
Option 2: 2, 3, 4, 5, 1
Option 3: 2, 4, 5, 1, 3
Option 4: 4, 5, 2,1, 3
Correct Answer: 2, 4, 5, 1, 3
Solution : Given: 1. Garment 2. Silk moth 3. Wearing 4. Silk fabric 5. Stitching
The stages of making a garment from silk are as follows – Silk is produced by silkworms, which are the larvae of silk moths. Once the silkworms produce
Question : Directions: In the question, a part of the sentence is in bold. Below are given alternatives to the bold part at (1), (2), and (3) that may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, your answer is (4).
The matter must be considered in every point of view.
(1) at every
(2) on every
(3) from every
(4) No Improvement
Solution : The sentence can be improved using the third option "from every".
The preposition "from" is used to indicate the viewpoint or perspective from which something is considered. In this case, the matter must be considered from every possible viewpoint or perspective. The prepositions "
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