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SSC Selection Post 2024 (Graduate Level) Official Paper (Held On: 25 Jun, 2024 Shift 3) (English)
SSC Selection Post 2024 (Graduate Level) Official Paper (Held On: 25 Jun, 2024 Shift 3) (English) with official questions, answers, and practice mock test.
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Section 1
General Intelligence and Reasoning
23 questions
Section Test
1
Select the option that is related to the fifth letter-cluster in the same way as the second letter-cluster is related to the first letter-cluster and the fourth letter-cluster is related to the third letter-cluster. MAKE : NCJC :: FOLD : GQKB :: VIEW : ?
MCQ
Correct answer: WKDU
2
Select the combination of letters that when sequentially placed in the blanks of the given series will complete the series. L _ _ L _ M _ L _ _ M _
MCQ
Correct answer: MMLMLML
3
उस विकल्प का चयन कीजिए, जो तार्किक और सार्थक क्रम में दिए गए शब्दोंों के सही व्यवस्थापन को दर्शाता है। 1. फूल 2. मधुमक्खि याँ 3. बीज 4. मकरंद 5. शहद
MCQ
Correct answer: 3, 1, 4, 2, 5
4
Select the number from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series. 4, 27, 16, 125, ?, 343
MCQ
Correct answer: 36
5
100 is related to 18 following a certain logic. Following the same logic, 90 is related to 16. Which of the following is related to 12 using the same logic?
MCQ
Correct answer: 70
6
In a certain code language, ‘A + B’ means ‘A is the mother of B’, ‘A − B’ means ‘A is the brother of B’, ‘A × B’ means ‘A is the wife of B’, ‘A ÷ B’ means ‘A is the father of B’. Based on the above information, how is S related to U if ‘P + Q ÷ R × S − T ÷ U’?
MCQ
Correct answer: Father’s brother
7
Six numbers 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 are written on different faces of a dice. Three different positions of the same dice are shown. Select the number on the face opposite to the one having 1.
MCQ
Correct answer: 6
8
Identify the figure which when put in place of the question mark (?) will logically complete the series.
MCQ
Correct answer: [Diagram / Option 2]
9
Select the option that is related to the fifth letter-cluster in the same way as the second letter-cluster is related to the first letter-cluster and the fourth letter-cluster is related to the third letter-cluster. GAINED : NEDGAI :: KINDLY : DLYKIN :: JUNIOR : ?
MCQ
Correct answer: IORJUN
10
In this question, three statements are given, followed by three conclusions numbered I, II and III. Assuming the statements to be true, even if they seem to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements. Statements: Some rings are gold. All gold is hot. Some hot are red. Conclusions: I. Some gold are rings. II.Some hot are gold. III.Some red are hot.
MCQ
Correct answer: All the conclusions follow.
11
Select the option that is related to the fifth letter-cluster in the same way as the second letter-cluster is related to the first letter-cluster and the fourth letter-cluster is related to the third letter-cluster. MEN : NVM :: OUT : LFG :: JOB : ?
MCQ
Correct answer: QLY
12
Select the combination of letters that when sequentially placed in the blanks of the given series will complete the series. CO_ _ _G_C_ _ _E_E_OL_ _GE
MCQ
Correct answer: LLEEOLLGCLE
13
Three statements are given, followed by Three conclusions numbered I, II and III. Assuming the statements to be true, even if they seem to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements. Statements: All calculators are dustbins. All complexes are dustbins. Some adamants are cameras. Conclusions: I. Some calculators are complexes. II. Some dustbins are calculators. III. Some dustbins are adamants.
MCQ
Correct answer: Only conclusion II follows
14
What will come in place of the question mark (?) in the following equation, if ‘+’ and ‘–’ are interchanged and ‘×’ and ‘÷’ are interchanged? 16 ÷ 6 + 12 × 3 – 6 = ?
MCQ
Correct answer: 98
15
Ayush told Neha, “Though I am the son of your father, but you are not my brother”. How is Neha related to Ayush?
MCQ
Correct answer: Sister
16
Select the option that is related to the third word in the same way as the second word is related to the first word. (The words must be considered as meaningful English words and must not be related to each other based on the number of letters/number of consonants/vowels in the word.) Cow : Calf :: Pig : ?
MCQ
Correct answer: Piglet
17
In a certain code language, ‘TAIL’ is coded as ‘7614’ and ‘TALE’ is coded as ‘1749’. What is the code for ‘I’ in the given language?
MCQ
Correct answer: 6
18
Select the option figure in which the given figure is embedded as its part (rotation is NOT allowed).
MCQ
Correct answer: [Diagram / Option 3]
19
In a code language, 'FAMOUS' is coded as ‘UZNLFH’ and 'SLOW' is coded as ‘HOLD’. How will 'RUMOUR' be coded in the same language?
MCQ
Correct answer: IFNLFI
20
Select the option that represents the correct order of the given words as they would appear in an English dictionary. 1. Decision 2. Deference 3. Decorative 4. Decide 5. Defeat
MCQ
Correct answer: 4, 1, 3, 5, 2
21
Select the correct mirror image of the given figure when the mirror is placed at MN as shown.
MCQ
Correct answer: [Diagram / Option 3]
22
In a certain code language, ‘QKV’ is coded as ‘14819’ and ‘SHY’ is coded as ‘16522’. How will ‘MDS’ be coded in that language?
MCQ
Correct answer: 10116
23
In a code language, 'DANCER' is coded as ‘REPEAD’ and 'QUEAZY' is coded as ‘YZGCUQ’. How will 'SQUAWK' be coded in the same language?
MCQ
Correct answer: KWWCQS
Section 2
General Awareness
26 questions
Section Test
24
In a certain code language, JUMP is coded as “HRIK” and WOLF is coded as “ULHA”. How will FOWL be coded in that language?
MCQ
Correct answer: DLSG
25
In a certain code language, ‘we live here’ is coded as ‘pa tu nk’ and ‘here was tree’ is coded as ‘rp nk fu’. How is ‘here’ coded in the given language?
MCQ
Correct answer: nk
26
Rani Karnaa was awarded the Sangeet Natak Akademi (1996) for her contribution to_.
MCQ
Correct answer: Kathak
27
Which Article of the Indian Constitution mentions that ‘The President shall, notwithstanding the expiration of his/her term, continue to hold office until his successor enters upon his/her office’?
MCQ
Correct answer: Article 56
28
Who was appointed as the chairman of the National Commission for Backward classes in December 2022?
MCQ
Correct answer: Hansraj Gangaram Ahir
29
With which sport is the Burdwan Trophy associated?
MCQ
Correct answer: Weightlifting
30
________ is a mode of communication in itself, and it also regulates the use of other means of communication.
MCQ
Correct answer: Satellite
31
Koderma Gaya Hazaribagh belt is known for the production of which of the following minerals?
MCQ
Correct answer: Mica
32
The novel ‘Raavan - Enemy of Aryavarta’ is written by whom among the following writers?
MCQ
Correct answer: Amish Tripathi
33
Who is credited with inventing the reflecting telescope?
MCQ
Correct answer: Isaac Newton
34
Which Article of the Indian Constitution mentions that ‘All doubts and disputes arising out of or in connection with the election of a President or Vice-President shall be inquired into and decided by the Supreme Court, whose decision shall be final’?
MCQ
Correct answer: Article 71
35
What is the growth rate of population of India as per census 2011?
MCQ
Correct answer: 0.1764
36
Which of the following was discovered by GN Ramachandran?
MCQ
Correct answer: Triple helical structure of collagen
37
The Vienna Convention is related to ____________.
MCQ
Correct answer: protection of ozone layer
38
Identify the Indian musician who is associated with any string instrument.
MCQ
Correct answer: Pandit Ravi Shankar
39
In 2023, Government of India has proposed to set up ‘Central Processing Centre’ for faster response to organisations through centralised handling of various forms filed with field offices under the _____________.
MCQ
Correct answer: Companies Act
40
Which of the following Indo-Greek kings was mentioned in the Buddhist text Milindapanho as Milinda?
MCQ
Correct answer: Menander I
41
Kathasaritasagara, a collection of stories, was written in which of the following languages?
MCQ
Correct answer: Sanskrit
42
Select the INCORRECT combination of folk dance and its respective state.
MCQ
Correct answer: Paika – Kerala
43
Select the correct statement.
MCQ
Correct answer: The pyramid of energy is always upright.
44
Read the given statements and select the correct option. A.Directive Principles of State Policy consists of all the ideals which the state should follow and keep in mind while formulating policies and enacting laws for the country. B.It can be enforced by the Judiciary. C.They can be suspended during a national emergency.
MCQ
Correct answer: Only A
45
Which was the prominent architectural feature of the Indus Valley towns and cities?
MCQ
Correct answer: Citadel
46
निम्नलिखित में से कौन-सा विकल्प, महात्माा गांधी द्वाारा आरंभ किए गए असहयोग आंदोलन से संबंधित नहीं है?
MCQ
Correct answer: लाहौर में पूर्ण स्वराज के प्रस्तााव पर हस्तााक्षर
47
Who among the following revolutionaries was one of the co-founders of the Hindustan Socialist Republican Association (HSRA) which got established in 1928 at Ferozeshah Kotla in Delhi?
MCQ
Correct answer: Bhagat Singh
48
On 11 May 2023, the Uttarakhand Chief Minister launched the ‘Smart School Smart Block Programme’ in the Goralchod auditorium in the state’s ________ district.
MCQ
Correct answer: Champawat
49
Consider the following statements and select the correct option: i. Marginal Worker is a person who works for less than 183 days (or six months) in a year. ii. Main Worker is a person who works for atleast 300 days (or ten months) in a year.
MCQ
Correct answer: Only i is correct.
Section 3
Quantitative Aptitude
24 questions
Section Test
50
The Beating Retreat Ceremony during Republic Day is held every year at which of the following places?
MCQ
Correct answer: New Delhi
51
Nazeer spends 20% of his monthly income on housing, 25% of the remaining on education, and saves 10% of the remaining. If his monthly salary is ₹52,600, how much money does he save every month?
MCQ
Correct answer: ₹3,156
52
The pie chart given below shows the percentage of 8 ooo students in terms of the subject of special is ation in MBA 17% 19% IR Finance 14% 16% Marketing LHR 22 12% What is the total m umber of students specialising in IB?
MCQ
Correct answer: 1520
53
Who among the following scored the maximum overall percentage?
MCQ
Correct answer: Jyoti
54
The fourth proportional of 64, 80 and 88 is:
MCQ
Correct answer: 110
55
The average weight of Rohan and his three friends is 62 kg. If Rohan’s weight is 8 kg more than the average weight of his three friends, what is Rohan’s weight (in kg)?
MCQ
Correct answer: 68
56
Simplify the expression: 15×15×15+3×15×12×12-3×15×15×12-12×12×12
MCQ
Correct answer: 27
57
The sides of a right-angled triangle, right-angled at B, are 6, 8 and 10 units. C is the vertex opposite to the side with length 8 units. What is the value of tan2 A + cos2 C?
MCQ
Correct answer: 369 400
58
If μ = $60^\circ$, then Sinμ + Cos(90 - μ) = _______.
MCQ
Correct answer: V 3
59
∆PQR and ∆ABC are two congruent triangles. If the area of ∆PQR is 225 cm2, then the area of ∆ABC is:
MCQ
Correct answer: 225 cm2
60
A and B can do a piece of work in 10 days. B and C can do the same work in 12 days. C and A can do the same work in 15 days. If all the three work together, find the number of days required to complete the work.
MCQ
Correct answer: 8
61
A tractor manufacturing company sells each tractor for ₹5,00,000. Assuming that KISAN firm buys 50 tractors from them as a part of an annual contract, the company offers a trade discount of 10% to KISAN and an additional 2% discount if the payment is made within 30 days. What will be the amount payable by KISAN within 30 days for the consignment?
MCQ
Correct answer: ₹22,050,000
62
From the following table, find is the average weight in kg of the given persons? Name Aman Sud ha Vishal S ume dha S a hil Usha 54 Weight (kg) 52.7 55.2 57.4 58.7 58
MCQ
Correct answer: 56.0
63
If three angles of a triangle are (18x+$6^\circ$), (10x+$30^\circ$) and (15x+$15^\circ$), then the triangle is:
MCQ
Correct answer: equilateral
64
The third proportional to (52 - 32) and (5 - 3) is:
MCQ
Correct answer: [Diagram / Option 4]
65
18 and xy = 9 If x+y= 9, then the value of will be:
MCQ
Correct answer: 34
66
The average monthly income of A and B is ₹5,050, the average monthly income of B and C is ₹6,250, and the average monthly income of A and C is ₹5,200. What is the sum of the monthly incomes (in ₹) of A, B and C?
MCQ
Correct answer: 16500
67
A vendor buys 20 laptop bags for ₹13,000 and sells them at 15 for ₹10,125. How many laptop bags should be bought and sold to earn a profit of ₹3,225?
MCQ
Correct answer: 129
68
The number 7918378 is divisible by:
MCQ
Correct answer: 13
69
What least number must be subtracted from 2001 to get a number exactly divisible by 17?
MCQ
Correct answer: 12
70
Suresh invested a certain sum of money at 5% per annum simple interest. If he receives an interest of ₹69687 after 15 year, the sum (in ₹) he invested is:
MCQ
Correct answer: 92916
71
A policeman notices a thief from a distance of 300 m. The thief starts running and the policeman chases him. The thief and the policeman run at the speeds of 10 km/h and 12 km/h, respectively. What will be the distance between them (in m) after 6 minutes?
MCQ
Correct answer: 100
72
:s d + d o ae e o = o = 90 = d I
MCQ
Correct answer: [Diagram / Option 4]
73
An old HP Deskjet printer was bought for ₹4,800 and ₹500 was spent on its repair. If it was sold for ₹6,360, then its profit percentage is:
MCQ
Correct answer: 0.2
Section 4
English Comprehension
27 questions
Section Test
74
The strength of a school increases and decreases every alternate year by 20%. It started with an increase in 2018. What is the strength of the school at the start of 2021 as compared to that of 2018?
MCQ
Correct answer: Increase by 15.2%
75
What is the radius of a sphere having a volume of 38808 cm 3? (Use元=
MCQ
Correct answer: 21 cm
76
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice. Mr. Johnson teaches us mathematics.
MCQ
Correct answer: Mathematics is taught to us by Mr. Johnson.
77
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech. “Hurrah! I have topped again,” he said. “Congratulations,” said I.
MCQ
Correct answer: He exclaimed with joy that he had topped again. I congratulated him.
78
Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom. Many unavoidable situations were avoided only because someone had our back.
MCQ
Correct answer: To support
79
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Grave
MCQ
Correct answer: Humorous
80
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice. Who is looking for a smart advisor?
MCQ
Correct answer: By whom is a smart advisor being looked for?
81
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech. The teacher orders Mohan not to tear off pages from his note-book.
MCQ
Correct answer: The teacher says to Mohan, “Don’t tear off pages from your notebook.”
82
Parts of a sentence are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the parts in the correct order to form a meaningful sentence. (A) fell dead in an instant (B) stunned the movement (C) of the busy Bazaar and (D) silenced the cacophony (E) suddenly, a ringing blast (F) out of the bodies, which
MCQ
Correct answer: EDCBFA
83
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank. A popular theory among critics is that the character Count Dracula is based on the ________ barbaric Vlad III, better known as Vlad the Impaler.
MCQ
Correct answer: infamously
84
The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a spelling error. It seemed that his route / to the covted island / was not to be / an easy one.
MCQ
Correct answer: to the covted island
85
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Inertia
MCQ
Correct answer: Inactivity
86
The given sentence has an error. Select the option that contains the error in the given sentence. We have to be cautius regarding the impact of global warming.
MCQ
Correct answer: be cautius
87
Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error. Due to its fragrance, the petals of an rose are often used in perfumes and cosmetics.
MCQ
Correct answer: the petals of an
88
Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. The plot of the story effects the character and their growth.
MCQ
Correct answer: affects the character
89
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Melancholy
MCQ
Correct answer: Cheerful
90
Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. The enigma of quantum mechanics remains inscrutably elusive despite of decades of intensive research by the world's leading physicists.
MCQ
Correct answer: despite decades of
91
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.
MCQ
Correct answer: improve
92
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.
MCQ
Correct answer: encourages
93
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.
MCQ
Correct answer: opportunity
94
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.
MCQ
Correct answer: groom
95
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.
MCQ
Correct answer: optimistic
96
Identify the tone of the passage.
MCQ
Correct answer: Cautionary
97
Select the most appropriate title for the passage.
MCQ
Correct answer: Risks with Herbal Remedies
98
Identify the statement that holds true according to the passage.
MCQ
Correct answer: Herbal remedies can sometimes contain artificial ingredients.
99
Select the option that best describes the central theme of the passage.
MCQ
Correct answer: While herbal remedies may have some benefits, these should be used cautiously and in consultation with health professionals.
100
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word in the context of the passage. Substitute
MCQ
Correct answer: Equivalent