SSC CGL Undated PYQs

Question 1

∆ABC is similar to ∆PQR. If ratio of perimeters of ∆ABC and ∆PQR is 1:2 and if PQ = 10 cm then what is the length of AB (in cm)?

Accepted Answer

For similar triangles, the ratio of corresponding sides equals the ratio of their perimeters. So, AB/PQ = Perimeter(ABC)/Perimeter(PQR) = 1/2. Thus, AB/10 = 1/2, giving AB = 5 cm.

Question 2

If the combined GDP of the six countries has grown by 50% in the last decade, then what was their combined annual Gross Domestic Product (in billion USD) before 10 years?

Accepted Answer

Let the GDP 10 years ago be x. With a 50% growth, current GDP = 1.5x. Assuming the data chart shows current GDP as 360, x = 360 / 1.5 = 240 billion USD.

Question 3

Japanese art ‘Ikebana’ is related to _____.

Accepted Answer

Ikebana is the traditional Japanese art of flower arrangement. It emphasizes harmony, balance, and form, bringing humanity and nature together through carefully placed blossoms and stems.

Question 4

In which country inflation in 2016 was lower than that of the previous year?

Accepted Answer

By observing the given data chart, compare the inflation rates of 2015 and 2016 for each country. Only country C shows a decrease in its inflation value in 2016.

Question 5

'Hunar Haat' an exhibition to exhibit and promote the arts and artisans from minority community was launched at which of the following events?

Accepted Answer

'Hunar Haat' was first launched by the Ministry of Minority Affairs at the India International Trade Fair (IITF) in New Delhi in 2016 to provide a platform for minority artisans.

Question 6

Who was conferred with the 2016 Nobel Prize for Literature?

Accepted Answer

American singer-songwriter Bob Dylan was awarded the 2016 Nobel Prize in Literature for creating new poetic expressions within the great American song tradition.

Question 7

The Poona Pact was signed between Mahatma Gandhi and __________.

Accepted Answer

The Poona Pact was signed in 1932 between Mahatma Gandhi and B. R. Ambedkar to provide reserved seats for the depressed classes in the provincial legislatures.

Question 8

In which city of India is Charminar located?

Accepted Answer

Charminar is a historic monument and mosque located in Hyderabad, Telangana. It was built in 1591 by Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah to celebrate the end of a deadly plague.

Question 9

In a row of people Manu is 7th from bottom end of row. Shrey is 10 ranks above Manu. If Shrey is 8th from top end, then how many people are there in this row?

Accepted Answer

Shrey's position from the bottom is 7 + 10 = 17th. His position from the top is 8th. Total people = (Position from top + Position from bottom) - 1 = (8 + 17) - 1 = 24.

Question 10

After which ﬁve year plan, 'The Rolling Plan' was implemented?

Accepted Answer

The Rolling Plan was introduced by the Janata Party government in 1978, immediately after terminating the Fifth Five Year Plan (1974-1978) a year before its scheduled end.

Question 11

Anti-defection law is given in which schedule of Indian constitution?

Accepted Answer

The Anti-defection law was added to the Constitution by the 52nd Amendment Act in 1985. It is contained in the Tenth Schedule to prevent political defections.

Question 12

The oceanic crust mainly consists of silica and __________.

Accepted Answer

The oceanic crust is primarily composed of mafic rocks, which are rich in silicate and magnesium. This layer is often referred to as 'sima' (silica + magnesium).

Question 13

If (-1/2) * ( x - 5) + 3 = -5/2, then what is the value of x?

Accepted Answer

Subtract 3 from both sides to get (-1/2)(x - 5) = -11/2. Multiply by -2 to get x - 5 = 11, which gives x = 16.

Question 14

How many surveyed said they liked Historical movies?

Accepted Answer

Locate the 'Historical movies' category in the provided data chart or table. The corresponding value or calculated number of people directly equals 80.

Question 15

What is the slope of the line parallel to the line passing through the points (-2, -1) and (4, -3)?

Accepted Answer

The slope of a line through two points is (y2 - y1)/(x2 - x1). Here, (-3 - (-1))/(4 - (-2)) = -2/6 = -1/3. Parallel lines have identical slopes.

Question 16

Arrange the given words in the sequence in which they occur in the dictionary. 1. Xenons 2. Xylyls 3. Xanthic 4. Xenians 5. Xyst 1. Xenons 2. Xylyls 3. Xanthic 4. Xenians 5. Xyst

Accepted Answer

Comparing letter by letter: 'a' in Xanthic (3) comes first. Between Xenians (4) and Xenons (1), 'i' precedes 'o'. Finally, for Xylyls (2) and Xyst (5), 'l' precedes 's'. Order: 3, 4, 1, 2, 5.

Question 17

Which base is present in milk of magnesia?

Accepted Answer

Milk of magnesia is an antacid containing magnesium hydroxide, Mg(OH)2. It is a mild base used to neutralize excess stomach acid and relieve indigestion.

Question 18

If 5 sec θ – 3 tan θ = 5, then what is the value of 5 tan θ – 3 sec θ?

Accepted Answer

Use the identity (a sec θ - b tan θ)² - (a tan θ - b sec θ)² = a² - b². Here, 5² - x² = 5² - 3² = 16, so 25 - x² = 16, giving x² = 9, thus x = 3.

Question 19

In a certain code language, "TREASON" is written as "RKWWINX" and "POULTRY" is written as "CNXHYKT". How is "NUMBER" written in that code language?

Accepted Answer

Apply +4, -4, +4, -4... to the letters of the word, then reverse the resulting string. For NUMBER: N(+4)=R, U(-4)=Q, M(+4)=Q, B(-4)=X, E(+4)=I, R(-4)=N. Reversed: NIXQQR.

Question 20

Jallikattu practiced in Tamil Nadu is a part of which festival?

Accepted Answer

Jallikattu is a traditional bull-taming sport played in Tamil Nadu as part of the Pongal harvest festival celebrations, specifically on the day of Mattu Pongal.