SSC CPO PRE Mock Test - 29

April 10, 2024 SSC CPO PRE 2024: Mock Test – 29

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SSC CPO PRE MOCK TEST – 29

1. Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
A person who is new to a subject, skill, or belief
A. Novice
B. Mentor
C. Expert
D. Recluse
2. Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Pass the hat
A. to sell something
B. to collect money
C. to play a game
D. to avoid work
Hard nut to crack
A. A problem difficult to solve
B. To leave an effect
C. A situation that can be altered
D. To bid farewell
A government by the people or their elected representatives
A. Monarchy
B. Oligarchy
C. Democracy
D. Autocracy
5. Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given
sentence.
In order to enhancing their reputation, companies are investing a lot of money in social
initiatives
A. enhance their reputation
B. enhancing their reputation
C. have their reputation
D. have enhanced their reputation
6. Select the most appropriate word for the given group of words.
Scientific tests or techniques used in connection with the detection of crime
A. Post-mortem
B. Autopsy
C. Forensics
D. Etymology
7. Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the underlined group of
words in the given sentence.
The two women chatted in a friendly and peaceable manner, as if they'd known one another
for a lifetime
A. apparently
B. assuredly
C. absurdly
D. amicably

8. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Humble
A. Pompous
B. Brilliant
C. Meek
D. Compliant
9. Select the most appropriate word for the given group of words.
Impossible to deny or disapprove
A. Incontrovertible
B. Dubitable
C. Frangible
D. Assailable
10. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence.
The library sessions were conducive for healthy discussions.
A. Exclusive
B. Integrated
C. Invaluable
D. Unfavourable
11. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Rome grew from a small town on the Tiber River in central Italy into a _______ empire that
ultimately embraced England.
A. vast
B. voluminous
C. bountiful
D. lofty
12. Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined words in the given
sentence.
When I reached the market place, the coconuts was already sold.
A. are already sold
B. have already sell
C. is already sold
D. were already sold
13. The following sentence has been divided into three segments, A, B, C. One of them may
contain a grammatical error. Select the segment that contains the error, from the given
options. If you don't find any error, mark 'No error' as your answer.
A honourable person (A) / deserves respect (B) / from everybody (C).
A. B
B. C
C. No error
D. A
14. Select the wrongly spelt word.
A. berry
B. barren
C. berrel
D. barrier
15. Select the wrongly spelt word.
A. assurence
B. assurable

C. assure
D. assuredly
16. The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains
a grammatical error.
Binay said that / he is coming / from / his village, Jaygarh.
A. from
B. he is coming
C. his village, Jaygarh
D. Binay said that
17. Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words
Platform on which criminals are executed
A. Scaffold
B. Tenant
C. Incredible
D. Slippery
18. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the following sentence.
Suraj has always shown a willingness to accept and respect the differences in others' lives with
impartiality and avoid prejudice.
A. Willingness
B. Impartiality
C. Avoid
D. Differences
To shake off
A. to denounce
B. to get rid of
C. to recollect
D. to pass off
20. Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word.
The teacher was accused of brazen favouritism in assigning the grades.
A. Modest
B. Shy
C. Unashamed
D. Ashamed
A remarkable talent
A. Prodigy
B. Tanner
C. Epithet
D. Monarch
tit for tat
A. to reward people for the good done
B. to do harm as done to you
C. to make someone angry
D. to take advantage of someone
As the crow flies

A. to be uncertain
B. a long winding path
C. the shortest route
D. to be directionless
24. Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No substitution required’.
Since the storm knocked in the power, we've been using candles to light our home.
A. No substitution required
B. the storm knocked out the power
C. the storm knocked over the power
D. the storm knocked away the power
25. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Conspicuous
A. Opaque
B. Unnoticeable
C. Obvious
D. Effective
Head in the clouds
A. to daydream
B. to be very tall
C. to be very lazy
D. to feel giddy
27. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.
My cousin’s fanatical views made him very unpopular with his friends.
A. Apathetic
B. Impartial
C. Weary
D. Moderate
Bite your tongue
A. talk for a long time
B. be impossible to be understood
C. get bruises in the mouth
D. stop yourself from saying something
Hanging by a thread
A. in a sorry or humble state
B. be extremely weak
C. unable to act as desired
D. be in a dangerous situation
Diminutive
A. Miniature
B. Enormous
C. Propaganda
D. Distinguish
31. Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word in the given sentence.

The ruins of this building do tell us the story of a defunct organisation.

A. obsolete
B. ancient
C. contemporary
D. Prominent
32. Select the sentence that has the correct use of spellings from the given options.
A. While the negociation process was complex and at times contentious, the two sides
ultimately reached a mutually benificialaggreement.
B. While the negotiation process was complex and at times contentious, the two sides
ultimately reached a mutually beneficial agreement.
C. While the nagotiation process was complex and at times contencious, the two sides
D. While the negotiation process was complex and at times contencious, the two sides
ultimately reached a mutually beneficial aggreement.
33. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word from the following sentence.
Elegant
The table cloth on my brother’s study table was classic and splendid, yet my mother found it
very awkward and odd.
A. Classic
B. Odd
C. Splendid
D. Awkward
34. Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the
correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
P. The decision by the insurgent Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagalim (Isak-Muivah faction)
to re-engage in talks with
Q. the Union government, conditionally, on the basis of the Framework Agreement signed in
August 2015,
R. is a welcome one
S. This breaks a deadlock that has persisted in talks since October 2019, which was set as a
deadline for the peace accord
A. RQPS
B. PQRS
C. PRSQ
D. PQSR
35. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.
Her collection consists of rare stamps.
A. Disposed
B. Essential
C. Unique
D. Common
36. Select the most appropriate synonym of the word ‘Bleak’ from the given sentence.
He looked gloomy, frail, broken and slow after the sudden demise of his brother.
A. slow
B. gloomy
C. frail
D. Sudden

37. Identify the INCORRECTLY spelt word in the following sentence and select its correct spelling
from the given options.
Factories have to follow a proper procedure to dispose of the hazerdous material
A. disspose
B. proceedure
C. hazardous
D. Factouries
38. The following sentence has been divided into parts. One of them may contain an error.
Select the part that contains the error from the given options. If you don't find any error,
mark 'No error' as your answer.
A celestial body or astronomical object is / a naturally occurring physical thing, association, / or
configuration that happens in the visible universe.
A. No error
B. A celestial body or astronomical object is
C. or configuration that happens in the visible universe
D. a naturally occurring physical thing, association
A place where coins are made
A. Furnace
B. Mine
C. Mint
D. Factory
Camouflage
A. Sabotage
B. Execute
C. Gigantic
D. Disguise
Comprehension:
Read the passage carefully and answer the following question.
The primary culprit behind human-animal clashes is human-induced encroachments and habitat
destruction
Animal conflicts have been on the rise in many parts of the country in recent times. The main
culprit behind this is the human-induced encroachments and destruction of habitats. In the region
surrounding the Western Ghats, especially in the Wayanad and Idukki regions in Kerala, there
have been rampant animal attacks taking human lives in recent times. Every time when there is
an attack from wild animals, conflict arises between the forest departments and the public.Most
of the time, the forest department catches the wild animals and rehabilitates them in deep
forests surrounding the state borders between Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. If the forest
department cannot protect either wildlife or human lives, what is the duty of forest officials? The
culprit of all wildlife attacks is human beings themselves. We often forget the scientific fact that
we are one among the thousands of other animals inhabiting this planet and act as if we are
superior beings. All our developmental activities and policy decisions are made in an
anthropogenic-centric manner. In this, we have neither empathy nor concern towards our fellow
species.This is the root cause of all animal conflicts. Animals often establish territories rather than
borders in the human sense. These territories serve various purposes, such as mating, foraging, or
defending resources. They may mark these territories through scent marking, vocalisations, or
physical boundaries like fences or natural landmarks. While these territories may overlap with

those of other animals, they're not always fixed or as clearly defined as human borders. Wildlife
populations are dynamic and can fluctuate based on various factors such as food availability,
climate conditions, and predation pressure. Designating fixed borders for them would not account
for these fluctuations and could lead to mismatches between habitat availability and population
sizes. Attempting to designate fixed borders for them would be impractical and not align with
their natural behaviour.When they roam in the forest, these animals never check whether they
have crossed Kerala, Karnataka or Tamil Nadu. Instead of designating borders, conservation
efforts focus on preserving and restoring habitat connectivity, protecting key wildlife corridors,
and implementing measures to mitigate human-wildlife conflicts. The whole wildlife area should
be protected as national property, and all state forest departments should function in unison.
There should be frequent interactions between forest officials of neighbouring states for proper
tracking of wild animal movements. They should also evolve mechanisms to provide enough food
to animals in their range, They can construct artificial water reservoirs and food resources inside
forests for wild animals to feed. When these animals get enough food materials, they may not
venture into human dwellings. Involving local communities in conservation efforts fosters a sense
of ownership and responsibility for wildlife protection. It also provides opportunities for
alternative livelihoods, such as eco-tourism or sustainable agriculture, that are compatible with
wildlife conservation. Protecting and preserving natural habitats ensures that wildlife populations
have sufficient space and resources to thrive without direct competition or conflict with humans.
The forest department should also implement early warning systems using technology such as
sensor-triggered alarms, camera traps, or drones that can alert forest officials and local
communities to the presence of elephants or tigers in the vicinity. Over the years, animals have
evolved to a level where they know how to evade humans' protective measures, like electric
fences, trenches, or deterrents like chilli smoke. Only a good researcher focusing on animal
behaviour could evolve mechanisms to tackle this.
41. What is the tone of the passage?
A. Optimistic
B. Critical
C. Indifferent
D. Humorous
42. What is the main theme of the passage?
A. The importance of technological advancements in wildlife conservation
B. The need for declaring wildlife as national property to protect habitats and prevent conflicts
C. The superiority of humans over other species
D. The role of local communities in promoting eco-tourism
43. Which one of the following statements best summarizes the author's position on human-animal
conflicts?
A. The primary cause of human-animal conflicts is the natural behavior of wild animals establishing
territories.
B. Human-induced encroachments and habitat destruction are the main culprits behind the rise in
human-animal conflicts.
C. The forest department is solely responsible for the increase in animal attacks in regions like the
Western Ghats.
D. Animals should be confined to fixed borders to prevent conflicts with humans.
44. According to the passage, all of the following are true about wildlife territories EXCEPT that:
A. Wildlife territories serve various purposes such as mating, foraging, or defending resources.
B. Animals may mark their territories through scent marking, vocalizations, or physical boundaries.

C. Wildlife populations are dynamic and can fluctuate based on factors like food availability and
climate conditions.
D. Designating fixed borders for wildlife is a practical solution that aligns with their natural
behavior.
45. What is the role of local communities in wildlife conservation as mentioned in the passage?
A. They are responsible for tracking wild animal movements.
B. They are involved in constructing artificial water reservoirs.
C. They foster a sense of ownership and responsibility for wildlife protection.
D. They evolve mechanisms to provide enough food to animals.
Comprehension
The Supreme Court of India’s _____1_____ to advance directive norms are welcome, but
legislation will be better. When the Supreme Court granted legal status to the concept of ‘advance
medical directives’ in 2018 and allowed passive euthanasia, subject ______2______ stringent
safeguards, it was seen as a vital recognition of both patient autonomy over end-of-life decisions
and the right to a dignified death. However, doctors later found that some of the specific directions
turned out to be “insurmountable obstacles”. In a recent order, a Constitution Bench modified the
directions to make them more workable and simple. The advance directive no more needs to be
countersigned by a judicial magistrate. Instead, it could be attested before a notary or a gazetted
officer. Instead of the magistrate, it is enough if the notary or officer is satisfied that the document
is executed _____3______, without coercion or inducement, and with full understanding. The
original guideline that the executor should name a guardian or a close relative who would be
authorised to give consent to refuse or withdraw medical treatment, in the event of the executor
becoming incapable of a decision, has been modified to name more than one guardian or relative.
______4_____ the magistrate being tasked with informing family members about the document,
in case they are not present at the time of its being executed, the ______5____ is now on the
persons themselves to hand over a copy of the advance directive to the guardians or close relatives
named in it, as well as to the family physician.
Fill in the blanks with the most appropriate combinations of words
46. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 1.
A. Tweaks
B. Tweak
C. Tweaking
D. Tweaked
47. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 2
A. To
B. Off
C. Of
D. In
A. Essentially
B. Voluntarily
C. Precipitously
D. Abruptly
A. Supportive of
B. Despite of
C. Instead of
D. In favor of


A. Consent
B. Onus
C. Refusal
D. Rudeness

Answers
1. A 2. B 3. A 4. C 5. A 6. C 7. D 8. A 9. A 10. D 11.A 12.D
13. D 14.C 15.A 16.B 17.A 18.B 19.B 20.C 21.A 22.B 23.C 24.B
25. C 26.A 27.D 28.D 29.D 30.A 31.A 32.B 33.D 34.B 35.D 36.B
37. C 38.A 39.C 40.D 41.B 42.B 43.B 44.D 45.C 46.A 47.A 48.B
49. C 50.B
Explanations
1. A) Novice
 Novice – He is a person who is new to a particular field, subject, or activity and has
little or no experience or skill in it. नौसिखिया
 Mentor– he is an experienced and trusted advisor, सिक्षक
 Expert – He is someone who is highly knowledgeable and skilled in a particular area,
ननपण
ु
 Recluse – He is a person who lives a solitary life and tends to avoid other people.
एकाांतवािी
2. B) Pass the hat (idiom) – to collect money धन इकट्ठा करना
3. A) Hard nut to crack (idiom) – A problem difficult to solve एक कठठन िमस्या जििे हल करना
मजु ककल है ।
4. C) Democracy
 Democracy – it is a system of government in which power is vested in the people, who
rule either directly or through freely elected representatives. प्रिातांत्र
 Monarchy – It is a form of government in which a single person, usually a king or
queen, holds supreme power. राितांत्र
 Oligarchy – It is a form of government in which a small group of people have control
अल्पताांत्रत्रक-अधधकारी
 Autocracy – It is a system of government in which a single person holds all the power.
ननरां कुशता
5. A) 'enhancing'के बदले 'enhance' का प्रयोग होगा क्योंकक 'In order to' के बाद Base form या Infinitive
form (i.e. V1) का प्रयोग होता है ; िैि—
े He works hard in order to succeed.

‘enhance' will be used instead of 'enhancing' because after 'In order to' we use the
Base form or Infinitive form; Like— He works hard in order to succeed.
6. C) Forensics (noun) – Scientific tests or techniques used in connection with the detection of
crime. अपराध िाांच में उपयोग होने वाले वैज्ञाननक परीक्षण या तकनीक।
 Post-mortem (noun) – An examination of a body after death to determine the cause of
death. मत ृ दे ह की परीक्षा
 Autopsy (noun) – A medical examination of a body after death; often used
synonymously with post-mortem. मतृ दे ह का धचककत्िीय परीक्षण
 Etymology (noun) – The study of the origin of words and the way in which their
meanings have changed throughout history. शब्दों की उत्पत्ति का अध्ययन

7. D) Amicably (adverb) – in a friendly and peaceable manner, indicating a spirit of friendliness.

मैत्रीपण
ू ण रूप िे
 Apparently (adverb) – as far as one knows or can see, seemingly. प्रतीत होना
 Assuredly (adverb) – without a doubt, certainly. ननजकचत रूप िे
 Absurdly (adverb) – in a ridiculous manner, illogically or unreasonably. हास्यास्पद रूप में
8. A) Humble (adjective) – Having or showing a modest or low estimate of one's importance, meek,
respectful. त्तवनम्र
Antonym: Pompous (adjective) – Affectedly grand, solemn, or self-important, pretentious,
ostentatious. अहां कारी
 Brilliant (adjective) – Extremely clever or talented, outstanding, exceptional.
प्रनतभाशाली
 Meek (adjective) – Quiet, gentle, and easily imposed on; submissive. त्तवनम्र
 Compliant (adjective) – Inclined to agree with others or obey rules, especially to an
excessive degree; acquiescent. अनरू ु प
9. A) Incontrovertible (Adjective)- Impossible to deny or disapprove मह
ांु तोड़
 Dubitable (noun) – Open to doubt or suspicion; possibly untrue or false िांठदग्ध
 Frangible (noun) – Easily broken or fragile; breakable भांगरु
 Assailable (noun) – Capable of being attacked or assaulted, either physically or verbally
हमला कर िकने योग्य
10. D) Conducive (adjective) – Making a certain situation or outcome likely or possible, supportive,
helpful, favorable. िहायक
Antonym: Unfavourable (adjective) – Not conducive; tending to obstruct or harm, adverse,
detrimental, disadvantageous. अनक ु ूल
 Exclusive (adjective) – Restricted or limited to the person, group, or area concerned,
private, restricted. त्तवशेष
 Integrated (adjective) – Having been combined to form a complete and harmonious
whole, unified, amalgamated. िमेककत
 Invaluable (adjective) – Extremely useful; indispensable, priceless, valuable. अमल्
ू य
11. A) Vast' का प्रयोग होगा क्योंकक यह शब्द त्तवस्तार की अधधकता और बड़ापन को दशाणता है । "Rome grew
from a small town" इि िांदभण में , हम बात कर रहे हैं कक कैिे रोम एक छोटे िे शहर िे एक बड़ी िाम्राज्य में
बदल गया। "Vast" उि िाम्राज्य के त्तवशाल त्तवस्तार को िबिे अच्छा प्रकट करता है । इिसलए, "vast" िबिे
उपयक्
ु त त्तवकल्प होगा।
 Vast' should be used because it denotes a large expanse and magnitude. In the context
of "Rome grew from a small town", we are discussing how Rome transformed from a
minor town into a major empire. "Vast" best captures the immense expanse of that
empire. Thus, "vast" would be the most appropriate choice.
12. D) ‘coconuts was'के बदले 'coconuts were' का प्रयोग होगा क्योंकक 'coconuts' plural है और plural के
सलए 'were' का प्रयोग होता है ; िैि—
े The fruits were fresh.

 'were' will be used instead of 'was' because 'coconuts' is plural and for plurals, 'were' is
used; Like— The fruits were fresh.
13. D) 'A honourable'के बदले 'An honourable' का प्रयोग होगा क्योंकक 'honourable' शब्द एक vowel
sound िे शरू
ु होता है और ऐिे में 'an' का प्रयोग होता है । िैि—
े An apple, an elephant.
 'An honourable' will be used instead of 'Ahonourable' because the word 'honourable'
begins with a vowel sound and in such cases 'an' is used. Like— An apple, an elephant.
14. C) The wrongly spelled word among the options is 'berrel'. The correct spelling is 'barrel', बैरल".
15. A) The correct answer is A. "assurence." The correct spelling is "assurance," त्तवकवाि, प्रनतज्ञा.
16. B) 'he is coming' के बदले 'he was coming'का प्रयोग होगा क्योंकक ‘that’ Clause में verb 'said' Past
Tense में है अत: Dependent Clause में भी Verb Past Tense में होगा; िैि—े Binay said that he was
coming from his village, Jaygarh.
 'he was coming' will be used instead of 'he is coming' because in 'that' clause the verb
'said' is in Past Tense, so in Dependent Clause also Verb will be in Past Tense; Like—
Binay said that he was coming from his village, Jaygarh.
17. A) Scaffold – Platform on which criminals are executed. फाांिी दे ने का मचान
 Tenant – A person who pays a rent for the use of a room, house or land. ककराएदार
 Incredible – Beyond belief or understanding अत्तवकविनीय
 Slippery – That which cannot be captured धचकना
18. B) Prejudice (noun) – A preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience;
bias, partiality. पव
ू ाणग्रह
Antonym: Impartiality (noun) – Treating all rivals or disputants equally; fairness, justice.
ननष्पक्षता
 Willingness (noun) – The quality or state of being prepared to do something;
readiness, eagerness. इच्छाशजक्त
 Avoid (verb) – Keep away from or stop oneself from doing something; abstain, evade.
बचना
 Differences (noun) – The quality of being unlike or dissimilar; disparity, variation. अांतर
19. B) To shake off (idiom) – to get rid of छुटकारा पाना
20. C) Brazen (adjective) – Bold and without shame, shameless, unabashed, unembarrassed.
ननलणज्ि
Synonym: Unashamed (adjective) – Not feeling shame about one's actions, not embarrassed or
guilty. बेशरम
 Modest (adjective) – Unassuming or moderate in the estimation of one's abilities or
achievements, not showy. त्तवनीत
 Shy (adjective) – Being reserved or having or showing nervousness or timidity in the
company of other people, bashful. शरमीला
 Ashamed (adjective) – Embarrassed or feeling guilt because of something one did or
didn't do. शसमिंदा
21. A) Prodigy – A remarkable talent त्तवलक्षण गण
ु -िांपन्न मनष्ु य

 Tanner – One who converts raw into leather चमणशोधक

 Epithet – A defamatory or abusive word or phrase त्तवशेषण
 Monarch – The rule of a queen/king िम्राट, रािा
22. B) tit for tat (idiom) – to do harm as done to you नक
ु िान करना िैिा आपको ककया गया है
23. C) As the crow flies (idiom) – The shortest route िीधा रास्ता
24. B) 'knocked in the power'के बदले 'knocked out the power' का प्रयोग होगा क्योंकक िब तफ
ू ान ककिी
चीज़ को बाधधत करता है िैिे की त्रबिली, तो 'knocked out' का प्रयोग िही होता है ।
 Knock out (phrasal verb) – destroy, damage, or disable a machine or piece of
equipment.
 'knocked out the power' will be used instead of 'knocked in the power' because when a
storm disrupts something like electricity, the correct phrase to use is 'knocked out'.
25. C) Conspicuous (adjective) – Easily seen or noticed, clearly visible, evident, prominent. स्पष्ट
Synonym: Obvious (adjective) – Easily perceived or understood, clear, self-evident, noticeable.
प्रत्यक्ष
 Opaque (adjective) – Not able to be seen through, not transparent, unclear. अपारदशी
 Unnoticeable (adjective) – Not easily seen or noticed, not conspicuous. अदृकय
 Effective (adjective) – Successful in producing a desired or intended result, efficacious.
प्रभावी
26. A) Head in the clouds (idiom) – to daydream िपनों में िोना
27. D) Fanatical (adjective) – Filled with excessive and single-minded zeal; obsessively enthusiastic.
कट्टर
Antonym: Moderate (adjective) – Average in amount, intensity, quality, or degree; not
extreme. िांतसु लत
 Apathetic (adjective) – Showing or feeling no interest, enthusiasm, or concern. उदािीन
 Impartial (adjective) – Treating all rivals or disputants equally; fair and just. ननष्पक्ष
 Weary (adjective) – Feeling or showing tiredness, especially as a result of excessive
exertion or lack of sleep. थका हुआ
28. D) Bite your tongue (idiom) – Stop yourself from saying something (अपने आप को कुछ कहने िे
रोकें)
29. D) Hanging by a thread (idiom) - be in a dangerous situation िांकटपण
ू ण जस्थनत में होना
30. A) Diminutive (adjective) – Small, little, tiny, undersized. छोटा
Synonym: Miniature (adjective) – Very small of its kind, tiny, minute. लघु
 Enormous (adjective) – Very large in size, extent, or amount, massive, gigantic. त्तवशाल
 Propaganda (noun) – Information, ideas, or rumors deliberately spread to help or
harm a person, group, movement, etc. प्रचार
 Distinguish (verb) – Recognize or treat as different, differentiate, discern. पहचानना
31. A) Defunct (adjective) – No longer existing or functioning, ceased, extinct. बांद; अप्रचसलत

Synonym: Obsolete (adjective) – Out of date, outdated, old-fashioned, no longer in use. परु ाना;
अप्रचसलत
 Ancient (adjective) – Belonging to the very distant past, old, historical. प्राचीन
 Contemporary (adjective) – Living or occurring at the same time, current, modern.
िमकालीन
 Prominent (adjective) – Standing out so as to be easily seen or noticed, leading,
distinguished. प्रमि
ु
32. B) While the negotiation process was complex and at times contentious, the two sides
 Sentence B में 'negotiation', 'contentious' और 'agreement' शब्दों की िही spelling है ।
इिसलए, Sentence B िही है ।
33. D) Elegant (adjective) – Graceful, stylish in appearance or manner, refined, sophisticated.
िरु
ु धचपण
ू ण
Antonym: Awkward (adjective) – Lacking grace or ease; causing difficulty; uncomfortable,
clumsy. अिीब
 Classic (adjective) – Judged over a period of time to be of the highest quality;
representing an exemplary standard, traditional. शास्त्रीय
 Odd (adjective) – Different from what is usual or expected; strange. अिीब
 Splendid (adjective) – Magnificent; very impressive, brilliant, grand. शानदार
34. B) PQRS
The decision by the insurgent Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagalim (Isak-Muivah faction) to
re-engage in talks with the Union government, conditionally, on the basis of the Framework
Agreement signed in August 2015, is a welcome one. This breaks a deadlock that has persisted
in talks since October 2019, which was set as a deadline for the peace accord.
35. D) Rare (adjective) – Uncommon, infrequent, scarce, not found in large numbers. दल ु भ
ण
Antonym: Common (adjective) – Found often, usual, frequent, ordinary. िामान्य
 Disposed (adjective) – Inclined or willing, having a certain inclination or
disposition. प्रवि
ृ
 Essential (adjective) – Absolutely necessary, crucial, indispensable. अत्यांत आवकयक
 Unique (adjective) – Being the only one of its kind, unlike anything else, singular.
अद्त्तवतीय
36. B) Bleak (adjective) – Lacking warmth, life, or kindliness; grim, cold, cheerless, desolate.
िन
ु िान/ उिाड़
Synonym: Gloomy (adjective) – Dark, dim, drearily dull, dismal, despondent. उदाि
 Slow (adjective) – Moving or operating, or designed to do so, only at a low speed; not
quick or fast. धीमा
 Frail (adjective) – Weak and delicate; easily damaged or broken. दब
ु ल
ण
 Sudden (adjective) – Occurring or done quickly and without warning; unexpected.
अचानक

37. C) The incorrectly spelt word in the sentence is 'hazerdous'. The correct spelling is 'hazardous'.
ितरनाक'
38. A) No error
39. C) Mint (noun) – A place where coins are made. सिक्का बनाने की िगह
 Furnace (noun) – A structure in which heat is generated, especially to melt metals or
produce steam. भट्टी
 Mine (noun) – A place where minerals, coal, etc. are dug out of the ground. िान
 Factory (noun) – A building or group of buildings where goods are manufactured or
assembled. कारखाना
40. D) Camouflage (noun) – The use of any combination of materials, coloration, or illumination for
concealment, either by making animals or objects hard to see, or by disguising them as
something else. छद्मावरण
Synonym: Disguise (noun) – give (someone or oneself) a different appearance in order to
conceal one's identity. वेशबदलना, भेिबदलना
 Sabotage (noun) – The act of destroying or damaging something deliberately so
that it does not work correctly. तोड़-फोड़
 Execute (verb) – To carry out or put into effect; to make or produce something,
especially by following a plan or design. कायणवाही करना
 Gigantic (adjective) – Very large; huge. त्तवशाल
41. B) Critical
The tone of the passage is critical. The author criticizes human-induced encroachments and
habitat destruction as the primary culprits behind human-animal conflicts. The passage also
highlights the lack of empathy and concern towards wildlife in anthropogenic-centric policy
decisions.
42. B) The need for declaring wildlife as national property to protect habitats and prevent
conflicts
The main theme of the passage is the need for declaring wildlife as national property to protect
habitats and prevent conflicts. The passage emphasizes the importance of preserving and
restoring habitat connectivity, protecting key wildlife corridors, and involving local communities
in conservation efforts to ensure the safety and well-being of both wildlife and humans.
43. B) Human-induced encroachments and habitat destruction are the main culprits behind the
rise in human-animal conflicts.
The author clearly states that the rise in human-animal conflicts is primarily due to human-
induced encroachments and the destruction of habitats. This is evident from the passage where
it is mentioned, "The main culprit behind this is the human-induced encroachments and
destruction of habitats."
44. D) Designating fixed borders for wildlife is a practical solution that aligns with their natural
behavior.
The passage explains that wildlife territories are not always fixed or clearly defined, and
attempting to designate fixed borders for them would be impractical and not align with their
natural behavior. This is stated in the passage as, "Designating fixed borders for them would not
account for these fluctuations and could lead to mismatches between habitat availability and
population sizes."
45. C) They foster a sense of ownership and responsibility for wildlife protection.

The passage mentions that involving local communities in conservation efforts fosters a sense of
ownership and responsibility for wildlife protection. It also provides opportunities for alternative
livelihoods that are compatible with wildlife conservation.
46. A) Tweak (noun) – adjustment, modification, alteration, change िध ु ार/पररवतणन
The context is about changes that the Supreme Court of India made to advance directive norms.
The plural noun "tweaks" is used here because there were multiple changes, and not just one.
Options B and C are incorrect because "tweak" is singular and "tweaking" is a verb form. D is
incorrect because it's past tense, and the sentence needs a noun
47. A) Subject (to) (adjective) – depending on something as a condition (शतण के रूप में ) ककिी बात पर
ननभणर
The preposition "to" is correct in this context because it is part of the phrase "subject to,"
meaning under the condition of. Options B, C, and D are incorrect
48. B) Voluntarily (adverb) – Willingly, happily, freely, of your own free will स्वेच्छा िे/ परू ी िमझ के
िाथ
 Essentially (adverb) – Basically, fundamentally, primarily, mainly मल
ू तः
 Precipitously (adverb) – Steeply, sharply, abruptly, अचानक
 Abruptly (adverb) – Suddenly, unexpectedly, precipitously, hastily, promptly अचानक
49. C) Instead of (preposition) – in place of someone or something:
This prepositional phrase indicates a substitution or change, which fits the context here, as the
responsibility of informing family members has shifted from the magistrate to the persons
themselves.A, B, and D are incorrect because "supportive of," "despite of," and "in favor of" do
not denote the required substitution in this context.
50. B) Onus (noun) – responsibility, liability, obligation, duty, charge कतणव्य/ जिम्मेदारी
 Consent (noun) – assent, concurrence, accord िहमनत
 Refusal (noun) – denial, rejection, rebuff, repudiation, negation इनकार

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