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Which of the following is MOST Similar in meaning to the word 'mired'?1). Consistent2). Bilked3). Charged4). Energized |
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Answer» The WORD 'mired' means 'sank' or 'be GREATLY involved in.' Thus OPTION 5 is the correct answer. |
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1). Faster speeds2). Reliable connections3). Ability to power Internet of Things (IoT) devices4). An estimated a peak rate of 20Gbps |
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Answer» The passage states that 5G NETWORKS will offer FASTER speeds and more RELIABLE connections, thus powering Internet of Things (IoT) devices. Some ESTIMATES peg 5G data rates to reach a peak of 20Gbps. So, all statements are CORRECT. Therefore, the correct answer is option 5. |
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1). Due to public protests against the government2). The committee does not have any journalist member and hence did not make sound decision3). NDTV exercised it’s judicial rights against ban4). Other channels showed solidarity with NDTV and threatened to stop their coverage also for a day |
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Answer» The closing paragraph of the passage indicates that NDTV moved to Supreme COURT to exercise its judicial rights and which led government to back down. No such reference of PUBLIC protests has been mentioned in the passage, however the protest on the part of MEDIA houses is duly mentioned (not included in the option list). The absence of any journalist in the committee was criticised, though, no ACTION was taken in this concern and the government duly accepted the judgement of the committee. Hence option 3 alone is the sole REASON for the government to temporarily take back it’s decision to ban. |
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A passage is given with 5 questions following it. Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the four alternatives. My coat's pretty warm, even though it cost ?9.99 and came from the flea market. It had a label in it, CHRISTIN BIOR, but I cut it out as soon as I got home. You can't work where I work and have CHRISTIN BIOR in your coat. You could have a genuine vintage Christian Dior label. Or something Japanese. Or maybe no label because you make your clothes yourself out of retro fabrics that you source at Alfies Antiques. But not CHRISTIN BIOR. As I get near Catford Bridge, I start to feel a knot of tension. I really don't want to be late today. My boss has started throwing all sorts of hissy fits about people 'swanning in at all times,' so I left an extra twenty minutes early, in case it was a bad day. I can already see: It's a god-awful day. They've been having a lot of problems on our line recently and keep cancelling trains with no warning. Trouble is, in London rush hour, you can't just cancel trains. What are all the people who were planning to get on that train supposed to do? Evaporate? What has been the problem with London trains lately?1). The trains have become awful2). There are more trains during rush hour.3). People are late to work because of train delays.4). Trains are cancelled without prior intimation. |
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Answer» option 4 : Trains are cancelled WITHOUT prior INTIMATION. is correct |
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A passage is given with 5 questions following it. Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the four alternatives.. Many plays and films have depicted the life story of Gautama Buddha, but what made the musical play The Way Across unique was its regional focus. Directed by G. Kumara Swamy, the play adapted from the book Telangana lo Buddhism focused on the enlightenment of a cursed Brahmin Bawari and his 16 curious disciples willing to understand the deeper truths of birth, death, rebirth and brotherhood. . From the impressive use of projector visuals, music and shadow-play, there was every effort to lend authenticity to the theme. Despite the play's focus on Telangana, the native essence was compromised, due to the English rendition (done for a wider reach). The lines appeared jaded with literal translations. The honest performances from the crew impacted only on a surface-level. Kiran Kumar's Bawari act and Krishna Chaitanya Joshi as Pingiya (said to have propagated Buddhism from Telangana to several regions across South India) grab your attention.. Who directed the play, 'The Way Across'?1). Kiran Kumar2). G. Kumara Swamy3). Chaitanya Joshi4). Bawari |
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Answer» This QUESTION was ASKED some where in PREVIOUS year papers of ssc, and CORRECT answer was option 2 |
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Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?1). Any characteristic cannot be enough to judge a good government.2). Modi has always supported opinions from various sections of the society.3). The oratory skills of Modi do not reach a major population of the country.4). Religious tolerance and respect for each other can be harmed under the rule of Modi government. |
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Answer» It is mentioned in the passage that MODI often gives patriotic speeches to such an extent that it INSTIGATES PEOPLE and encourages division and religious intolerance. Thus OPTION 4 can be inferred from the passage. The other options do not STATE correct points. |
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It was not an easy task for Rune to train as females already had a lower voice and standing in their place. But she still did it, unperturbed by the disgruntled looks and sly remarks thrown at her. When the army rejected her application without even looking at it and only by looking at her, she almost broke down and cried for a while in her bed. Then, one day as a pickpocket was running away from other women at the town market, she held him, beat him and made him confess and apologize. She decided she needn’t be in the army or police force to do what she loves, she can do so without them. And she did.What can be the reason that the teacher seemed to accomplish his/her intention in the passage?1). Fear has its own way of working2). Societal stereotyping3). No particular reason4). The class was eager to leave and so agreed |
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Answer» The ANSWER is societal STEREOTYPING which means because the society had already framed a particular notion of things, the teacher FED further on them and ENABLED the INTENDED fear. The other options are not correct because they do not fit in as appropriately as the answer for the given passage. |
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Who decreed the individualization of community land in Peru?1). Bentham2). Bolivar3). French4). Indians |
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Answer» Thus, BOLIVAR decreed the individualization of community LAND in Peru (1824) and most of the new REPUBLICS abolished ENTAILS in the manner of the Spanish liberals. |
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Which of the following words is the most similar in meaning to the word ‘forestall’ as given in the passage?1). Pecuniary2). Intercept3). Ordinance4). Inquiry |
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Answer» The correct answer is option 2, i.e., 'Intercept'. 'Forestall' means 'to PREVENT' or 'to obstruct'. 'Pecuniary' means 'financial' or 'monetary'. 'Intercept' means 'to stop' or 'to obstruct'. 'Ordinance' means 'an authoritative order'. 'Inquiry' means 'to investigate'. 'Grievance' means 'complain'. The sentence suggests that the automatic enrollments in 401(k) plans WOULD simplify the decision about whether to save or stop HESITATING in spending money wisely. The only word that carries the same meaning is 'intercept', MAKING option 2 the correct answer. |
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1). Ether2). ICOS3). XRP4). EOS |
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Answer» The passage mentions Ether, EOS, Litecoin, and XRP as being CRYPTOCURRENCIES while ICOs is the abbreviation of Initial Coin Offerings. Therefore, the correct answer is OPTION 2. |
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What team wins the game?1). The team attempting the most goals2). The team scoring the most goals3). The team blocking the most goals4). The team with the best strategy |
| Answer» ACCORDING to the PASSAGE, the team that SCORES the most number of goals wins at the END of the second half of the game, so the correct answer must be OPTION 2. | |
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1). He is unable to express his respects to his mother2). He is awkward and detached with the people’s expression of open sympathy3). He is trying to rush away from the people expressing sympathy4). He has no time for the funeral of his mother |
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Answer» There are two instances where it is clear that the author is awkward and detached regarding receiving SYMPATHY. First is when he rushes when people COME to the door to SEE him off and the second where the WARDEN holds his hand too long. Therefore, the correct answer is OPTION 2. |
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Which of the following words is the most opposite in meaning to the word ‘flourish’ as given in the passage?1). Oversee2). Authority3). Primary4). Wither |
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Answer» The correct answer is option 4, i.e, 'Wither'. 'Flourish' means 'to GROW' or 'to prosper'. 'Oversee' means 'to supervise'. 'Authority' means 'power'. 'Primary' means 'main'. 'Wither' means 'to fade' or 'to perish'. 'Often' means 'frequently'. The sentence suggests that the government provides political STABILITY, a functional LEGAL SYSTEM, and a regulatory structure that allow the economy to grow. The word that carries the most OPPOSITE meaning is 'wither', making option 4 as the correct answer. |
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Why is the project of solar cells not implemented?1). It would not benefit a large number of people.2). It is politically a foolish step to take.3). It is not economically feasible.4). It is scientifically not possible to construct such a device. |
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Answer» It is mentioned in the passage 'He is known for making tall claims which are sometimes neither economically viable nor practically possible to implement.For example he gave the idea of installing solar cells along the indo Pak border to check cross border infiltration and PRODUCE solar energy at the same TIME but this idea is nearly impossible as the cost of construction, installation and maintenance is itself will be huge and will return lesser PROFITS.' $Thus option 3 is the correct answer.$ |
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What is anonymous to 'MALICIOUS'?1). Benevolent2). Baleful3). Destructive4). Pernicious |
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Answer» The anonymous to 'Malicious' is OPTION 1, i.e. 'Benevolent'. 'Malicious' MEANS 'characterised by MALICE; INTENDING or intended to do HARM'. $ So, 'Baleful', 'Destructive', 'Pernicious' and 'Malign' are synonymous with 'Malicious'.$ 'Benevolent' means '$well-meaning and kindly', which is anonymous to 'Malicious'.$ |
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What according to the passage should the Act promote?1). The Act should make sure that harsh punishment is given to any accused.2). The Act should encourage the Dalits to come forward and register police complaints without any fear.3). The act should promote brotherhood and the integration of society.4). The Act should make sure that the accused is arrested without any delay. |
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Answer» It is mentioned in the 2nd paragraph that " The court has rightly noted that the Act should promote fraternity and integration of SOCIETY" as the Constitution envisages “a COHESIVE, UNIFIED and casteless society.” THUS, option 3 is the correct answer. |
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Which of the following given places, as mentioned in the passage, has experienced a temperature of above 100ᵒF for the first time?1). Texas2). Moscow3). France4). Britain |
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Answer» From the paragraph ‘Northern Europe, 2003’ under the ‘Burning ISSUES’ HEADING, we can easily come to know that the above GIVEN fact is about Britain. (‘Britain experienced its first (and so far only) 100+ F AIR temperature – 101.3°F (38.5°C) recorded at Brogdale, Kent, on 10 August.’) |
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What was the very first sign of knowledge that the humans showed after they ate from the tree of knowledge? 1). The first sign of knowledge came when the man lit up a fire to cook their foods2). After Adam and Eve ate the fruits they realized that they had betrayed God and disobeyed him3). After the two humans ate the fruit they suddenly had the knowledge that the snake is the most cunning of all animals and they had both been tricked4). Right after they ate the fruit from the tree of knowledge they realized that they were both naked and felt embarrassment for the first time |
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Answer» Adam and EVE realized that they were both naked and they SEWED fig leaves together and COVERED themselves. This was the first SIGN of ACQUIRING knowledge of what is good and what is bad. Thus, option 4 is the correct answer. |
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How is Republic Day celebrated throughout the India?1). By holding parties2). By going out on trips3). By bursting firecrackers4). By hoisting flags and holding mini celebrations in the schools, colleges, universities |
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Answer» MINI celebrations are also take place in the state capitals in the presence of the governor of the state by hoisting the NATIONAL Flag of the country. January 26 is declared as the GAZETTED holiday all over the country by the GOVERNMENT of India. It is celebrated throughout India with great ENTHUSIASM by the students and teachers in the schools, colleges, universities and other educational institution. Option 4 is the correct answer. |
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Which of the following words is opposite in meaning to the word 'stagger' ?1). Dither2). Advance3). Hesitate4). Scruple |
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Answer» Stagger means 'walk or MOVE unsteadily, as if about to FALL or astonish or deeply shock.' So the most appropriate antonym would be 'advance.' It means 'move forwards in a purposeful way.' In fact all the other WORDS are more or LESS SIMILAR to the word 'stagger' and thus have a similar meaning. Therefore, option 2 is the correct answer. |
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Which of the following is MOST SIMILAR in meaning to the word 'fraught'?1). Filled with2). Struggled3). Tried4). Affected |
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Answer» The word 'fraught' means '(of a SITUATION or course of action) filled with (SOMETHING undesirable).' THUS option 1 is the CORRECT answer.$ |
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1). To show that NDTV is habitual of breaking the law as it was responsible in the past also for covering the Mumbai attacks in a wrongful manner2). Discussion regarding formation of stringent rules against coverage of live attacks were initiated after this attack3). To highlight the state of national emergency4). Both 1 and 2 |
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Answer» The third paragraph of the passage DISCUSSES how the issue emerged after the Mumbai attacks. It was proposed by the then UPA government that the live coverage of the attack by different media channels gave vital information to terrorists which helped them in modifying their strategies accordingly. However, it must be noted that not only NDTV but also various other channels were also responsible for live coverage of the attack. Hence, NDTV alone cannot be cursed for the same. Mumbai attack was indeed one of the HEINOUS attacks ever made, but it must be noted that the government never declared the state of national emergency during the attack. The live coverage of the attacks forced the government to take some step and INITIATED the formation of laws that gave government officials arbitrary POWERS to cancel the coverage ANYTIME, which was opposed. Hence, option 2 is correct. |
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A passage is given with 5 questions following it. Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the four alternatives. Genetic variation is the cornerstone of evolution, without which there can be no natural selection, and so a low genetic diversity decreases the ability of a speciesto survive and reproduce, explains lead author Yoshan Moodley, Professor at the Department of Zoology, University of Venda in South Africa. Two centuries ago, the black rhinoceros - which roamed much of sub Saharan Africa - had 64 different genetic lineages; but today only 20 of these lineages remain, says the paper. The species is now restricted to five countries, South Africa, Namibia, Kenya, Zimbabwe and Tanzania. Genetically unique populations thatonce existed in Nigeria, Cameroon, Chad, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Somalia, Mozambique, Malawi and Angola have disappeared. The origins of the 'genetic erosion'coincided with colonial rule in Africa and the popularity of big game hunting. From the second half of the 20th century, however, poaching for horns hasdramatically depleted their population and genetic diversity, especially in Kenya and Tanzania.What is important for evolution?1). Genetic variation2). Large population3). Mixing of species4). Survival of the fittest |
| Answer» GENETIC VARIATION is the ANSWER | |
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1). Taking revenge2). Punishing someone intentionally for harm done to you3). Both 1 and 24). Giving money in exchange for a good or service |
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Answer» The correct answer is option 3. 'Tit for tat' is a popular phrase which REFERS to vengeance or TAKING of revenge. Option 2 i.e. 'Punishing someone INTENTIONALLY for HARM done to you' is also the right meaning for the given WORD. Thus, both 1 and 2 are correct. |
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What is meant by the phrase "person’s lifeline" in the given passage?1). The low standard of living2). Constant changes in people's life3). Human struggles4). Things humankind is dependent on |
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Answer» The answer is the FOURTH option as the phrase means the things PEOPLE are dependent on to continue on with the LIVES. The other OPTIONS are WRONG in meaning and implication of the phrase and are not the answers. |
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How do government hospitals bear its running costs?1). By selling medicines at cheaper prices2). By providing medical services to citizens of other countries3). Using money acquired by way of tax4). By selling medical equipments |
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Answer» The passage SAYS 'salaries and running costs COME from the taxpayer'. That is why we can conclude that option 3 is the correct answer. |
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Which of the following is being implemented by the Government of Odhisa?1). They are trying to create amusement parks near the forests to attract more people.2). They would increase the species of animals in the forests and parks to provide more to the tourists.3). They would make affordable eco-tourism packages.4). The Odhisa Government is trying to connect the tours to places in Karnataka. |
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Answer» It is mentioned in the passage 'Sources in the DEPARTMENT said they would require minimal investment to make packaged ecotourism tours.' THUS option 3 is the correct answer. The rest of the OPTIONS are not mentioned ANYWHERE in the passage. |
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A passage is given with 5 questions following it. Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the four alternatives. Manja, or the glass-coated string used for flying kites, not only poses threat to humans, animals and birds but also to trees. A study by the country's oldest botanical garden has revealed that it poses a great threat to trees. But how can a snapped string struck in a tree kill the tree? Apparently, it does so by allying with the creepers in the garden. A research paper by three scientists of the Acharya Jagdish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden, located in West Bengal's Howrah district, illustrates in detail howthe manja, in collusion with climbers, does the damage. 'The abandoned, torn kite strings act as an excellent primary supporting platform for the tender climbers, giving easy passage to reach the top of the trees. Lateral branches from the top of the climber and other accessory branches from the ground reaches the top taking support of the first climber, completely covers the treetop, thus inhibiting the penetration of sunlight,' says the research paper.What gives easy passage to 'climbers' to top of the trees?1). Creepers2). Torn kites3). Lateral bra nches4). Manja |
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What is the meaning of the phrase 'grey area'?1). A situation of dilemma2). A situation that requires immediate attention 3). An ill-defined or unclear situation or area of activity4). An activity that is half implemented |
| Answer» SIMPLY put 'grey area' means UNCLEAR. The only option that fits the MEANING of the PHRASE is option 3. | |
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Why did the protagonist need a car at that moment?1). They had spent a lot of time in the cafe and it was getting late.2). They were running out of time as her mother needed to go to work.3). It had started raining and they were not wearing the appropriate clothes for a wet day.4). They had to go back home from the cafe. |
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Answer» It had started RAINING and they did not have any umbrella or raincoat. They were getting wet in the rain so needed a CAR to reach HOME. They had no other means.Thus option 3 is the CORRECT answer. |
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A passage is given with 5 questions following it. Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the four alternatives.I had seen this road many years ago when my parents moved to Mundakotukurussi, our ancestral village. However, in those early years, I hadn't begun exploring the countryside. I stored the unknown road in my head under 'One Day I Will'. Ten years ago, when I recovered from a herniated disc, it was to discover that I had auseless left leg. Though I managed to lose the limp, I hated not being able to stride around as I used to. I needed a challenge to tell myself that I wasn't going tobuckle to a creature called sciatica. Thus the 'One Day I Will' arrived. 'Where does the road by the medical shop lead to?' I asked my parents while visiting themnext. 'Chalavara,' they said. 'It's not an easy road to walk on,' my father added. 'There are too many ups and downs.' Chalavara was a superior grade of a village as compared to Mundakotukurussi, with a high school, a fine library, ATMs and several shops. But it also has two approach roads. The one I had chosen was anarrow back road used by the locals and that settled it for me. I needed to know for myself I could walk a road that wasn't going to be easy. And the next day, Iwould get up and walk that road again.What is 'sciatica'?1). A type of animal2). Name of a real place3). Name of an imaginary place4). A herniated disc |
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Which of the following is correct according to the passage?1). Thinning of forests must be done when the trees have matured enough2). Thinning of forest must be done in an early stage when the trees have just begun to compete for water and sunlight3). Thinning of forests will lead to growing of weak trees affecting the carbon storage capacity4). Droughts and floods can be effectively controlled by thinning of the forests |
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Answer» Option 4 can be eliminated easily as there has been no mention of 'effects of THINNING on droughts and floods' in the entire passage. The passage concludes by noting that the EARLY thinning of the FORESTS is beneficial and thinning trees, when matured, had not been successful. Thus, option 1 can be eliminated. Also, the line ‘These trees grew thick trunks and broad canopies’ in the second paragraph CONTRADICTS option 3. Therefore, the correct answer is option 2. |
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1). Only A2). Only B3). Both A and B4). Both A and C |
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Answer» ACCORDING to the passage, the commercialisation of 5G is dependent on formalisation by INTERNATIONAL Telecommunications Union and not TRAI. Also, the DoT is harmonizing SPECTRUM in 3,500 MHz band and 2,600 MHz band. So, both B and C are incorrect. The only statement that is supported by the passage as correct is statement A. |
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1). The foreign exchange market is the largest financial market.2). The term 'foreign exchange market' is used to refer to the segment of the market, where the dealings take place among the banks.3). The rupee is not an internationally traded currency.4). Foreign exchange markets are physical markets. |
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Answer» The correct answer is option 4. All the options except option 4 are directly mentioned in the passage. Additionally, it is mentioned in the opening line of the passage that a foreign EXCHANGE market is described as an OTC (Over the counter) market as there is no PHYSICAL place where the participants meet to execute their DEALS.$ Hence, the statement in option 4 is incorrect. $ |
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1). China’s factory activity contracted to a two-year low2). China’s government may drop its growth target to 6%3).4). China’s trade surplus with the U.S. has increased to $323 billion |
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Answer» Factory ACTIVITY, car SALES, EXPORTS and growth rate are all directly related to economic growth, so their poor performance shows slowing growth for China. But; the growing trade surplus with the U.S. does not directly indicate a slowing of growth. As per the passage, it only shows that this is LIKELY to put added pressure on CHINESE exports to the U.S. Therefore, the correct answer is option 4. |
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What is the most important part of the Indian Ocean?1). The eastern tip2). The northern portion3). The portion near the Suez Canal4). Both 1 and 2 |
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Answer» The $Indian Ocean is the third largest of the world's $oceanic divisions, covering 70,560,000 km$2 . $It is bounded by $ASIA on the NORTH, on the WEST by $Africa, on the east by $AUSTRALIA, and on the south by the $SOUTHERN Ocean or, depending on definition, by $Antarctica.$ It is named after $India.$ As stated in the above paragraph, historically and strategically, the northern portion of the Indian Ocean is considered very important because it is accessible from the west and the east only through narrow straits. Hence the correct answer is option 2. |
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1). It is temporarily showing a decline2). The decline is due to seasonal factors3). It may only prove to be beneficial temporarily4). 1 and 2 |
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Answer» The passage states that the MERCHANDISE trade deficit is declining, which is due to seasonal factors and may only PROVIDE a temporary relief. So, all of the statements are CORRECT. Therefore, the correct answer is OPTION 5. |
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Which of the following means the same as STRATEGY?1). Master plan2). Empirical3). Equivocal4). Hapless |
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Answer» Strategy means 'a plan of action designed to achieve a long-term or overall AIM.'$ The meanings of the above options are:$ Master plan: a COMPREHENSIVE plan of action$ Empirical: $derived from experiment and observation rather than theory$ Equivocal: open to two or more INTERPRETATIONS$ Hapless: unfortunate and DESERVING PITY$ Impinge: infringe upon$ Only master plan shares the same meaning as strategy, hence the correct answer is option 1. |
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What will be the synonym of the word 'vulnerabilities' from the following?1). Irresponsibility 2). Assets 3). Aid4). Susceptibility |
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Answer» The WORD 'vulnerabilities' mean 'the quality or STATE of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked or HARMED, either physically or emotionally' $and out of the given options, only the word 'susceptibility' is its SYNONYM, which means the same thing. |
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Why is 26th of January recognised as the Republic Day of India.?1). AsIndia became a free nation.2). As India declared itself a Sovereign, Democratic and Republic state and adopted the Constitution.3). As excellent parade and salute event is held by the military team at the Rajpath.4). As Mini celebrations are also take place in the state capitals in the presence of the governor. |
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Answer» India became a free nation on August 15, 1947. It declared itself a SOVEREIGN, DEMOCRATIC and Republic state with the adoption of the CONSTITUTION on January 26, 1950.Thereafter 26th of January was decreed a national HOLIDAY and was recognised as the Republic Day of India. So OPTION 2 is the right answer. |
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A passage is given with 5 questions following it. Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the four alternatives. Everyone expected Mary Zophres to win for her retro-revival Technicolor clothes in La La Land ? the eventual winner, Colleen Atwood for Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, seemed surprised too. But as other awards began to slip away from the well-reviewed musical, a theme could be teased out. What is Fantastic Beasts if not a plea for equal treatment of people, magical or otherwise? Then, Arrival, a film about the inherent benignity of aliens (read immigrants) won for Best Sound Editing. Hacksaw Ridge, which is, in a way, an anti-guns movie, won in two categories. Fences, about an African-American father who fears racial discrimination, took home the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress. Earlier, Moonlight, featuring two minority communities (black and gay), won for Best Supporting Actor. This turned out to be one of those years the Oscar voter was underestimated. As a majority of voters are actors, there was the tendency to think they'd reward La La Land, a celebration of creation: the heroine wants to make movies, the hero wants to make jazz. It looked like the year of The Artist all over again. Which movie for sure won two awards?1). Arrival2). Fences3). Moonlight4). Hacksaw Ridge |
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Which of the following best brings out the meaning of the word ‘shrivel’ used in the passage?1). To make something less hospitable2). To become unbearable3). To become smaller4). To make something emerge and develop |
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Answer» Shrivel MEANS to become smaller than what was needed or WANTED. The beginning of the first paragraph tells us that the droughts and the high temperatures have reduced the availability of water because of which wide strips (SWATHE) of forests have decreased / shrunken / shriveled. Therefore, the correct answer is option 3. Note - FILTHY means extremely dirty. |
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What are the basic necessary steps that are needed to make tourism a major part of the economy?1). Development of infrastructure.2). Involvement of foreign private sector.3). Participation of local communities.4). Both 1 and 3. |
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Answer» The correct option is option 4.$ It is given in the passage that TOURISM represents a commitment to infrastructure, MARKETING, promotion, and the involvement of the PRIVATE business sector along with the local communities that will be impacted to set the foundation for programs, facilities, business OPPORTUNITIES and commercial realizations that benefit the locale. |
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1). It was distant2). It was detached3).4). 1 and 2 |
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Answer» Given the first two LINES of the PASSAGE, it is clear that the author’s relationship with his mother was distant and detached, as he barely REGISTERED his mother’s death. Therefore, the correct answer is option 4. |
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What are creoles?1). It is a type of american delicacy.2). It is a type of grammar rule that is followed by pidgins3). It is a pidgin language that becomes the first language of a community.4). None of the above. |
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Answer» The correct answer is option 3. According to the first PARAGRAPH of the GIVEN passage, it can be inferred that creoles are pidgin languages that become the first LANGUAGE in a speech COMMUNITY. Hence, the correct answer is option 3. |
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1). The benefits of the anti-Trump sentiments2). The considerable burden of the adverse sentiments against the current President3). The re-election of President Trump4). 1 and 2 |
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Answer» The PASSAGE states that the benefits and the burden of the anti-Trump sentiments in the COUNTRY would have to be faced by the DEMOCRATIC nominee. The re-election of the current President would not ‘be waiting’ for the nominee; it is something that will HAPPEN if he or she loses. So, only 1and 2 are correct. Therefore, the correct answer is OPTION 4. |
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1). 4G networks will be mostly used for user traffic2). 2G networks will be used for legacy voice traffic3). 3G networks will be used for Internet of things (IoT)4). Only 1 and 2 |
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Answer» The PASSAGE states that according to David Hammerwall, in the future LTE will bear the BRUNT of user traffic, while 2G remains for legacy voice traffic. He BELIEVES that 3G will die. So, only 1 and 2 are correct. Therefore, the correct answer is option 4. |
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1). Only argument I is strong2). Only argument II is strong3). Either argument I or II is strong4). Neither argument I nor II is strong |
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Answer» The statement says that BUDGETING thinking about the betterment of women is not feminism but it focuses on the growth of the country as a whole. The FIRST argument mentions how investing on a GIRL's education helps her to progress and be a part of the formal economy. The second statement states that if women suffer from their daily problems and have a low standard of living they do not have the time to grow professionally. Thus the economy of the nation suffers on the whole. Thus both the arguments make the statement STRONG. Option 5 is the correct answer. |
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According to the passage, what is the Japanese term for comics and cartooning?1). Manga2). Comic3). Ukiyo-e4). Tankobon |
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Answer» The passage STATES that the JAPANESE style of comics and cartooning is called as 'Manga'. Therefore, the CORRECT answer is OPTION 1. |
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We can infer from the passage that of the following, the factor that does not influence the growth of GNP is:1). The capital available in the country2). A dependence on spiritual values3). The efficiency of the production process4). The condition of the population |
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Answer» It is CLEARLY evident that SPIRITUAL values have nothing whatsoever to do with GNP and they haven't been mentioned in the passage. THUS, option 2 is the correct answer. |
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