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SSC CGL - English Shift 2 (2025)

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Question 1

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Two numbers are in the ratio 5 : 7 and their sum is 144. Find the numbers.
A.50, 94
B.60, 84
C.55, 89
D.65, 79
Correct Answer: B(60, 84)

Question 2

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Find the missing term in the series. ?, 132, 165, 204, 249
A.96
B.105
C.108
D.120
Correct Answer: B(105)

Question 3

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How many letters are between the 1st from left and 2nd from right in the word COMPETITION, when arranged alphabetically?
A.9
B.8
C.10
D.6
Correct Answer: B(8)

Question 4

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If X is the daughter of Y and Y is the brother of Z, how is X related to Z?
A.Niece
B.Daughter
C.Sister
D.Cousin
Correct Answer: A(Niece)

Question 5

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Apply the same pattern used in the following group and find the correct option. NUMBER : ERBMUN :: SCHOOL : ?
A.LHCOSO
B.OLOHCS
C.OLHOSC
D.LOOCHS
Correct Answer: B(OLOHCS)

Question 6

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Find the missing term in the series. 2, 6, 18, 54, ?
A.96
B.108
C.162
D.216
Correct Answer: C(162)

Question 7

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If the sum of 36 and 24 is multiplied by 7, what is the result?
A.420
B.392
C.448
D.460
Correct Answer: A(420)

Question 8

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Statement: Most students in the class passed the exam. Conclusions: I. Some students failed the exam. II. All students appeared for the exam.
A.Only I follows
B.Only II follows
C.Both I and II follow
D.Neither I nor II follows
Correct Answer: A(Only I follows)

Question 9

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Which of the following addresses are exactly identical? 1. Amit Verma, 12A, Green Park, Delhi, 110016 2. Amit Verma, 12A Green Park, Delhi, 110016 3. Amit Verma, 12A, Green Park, Delhi, 110018 4. Amit Verma, 12A, Green Park, Delhi, 110016
A.1 and 2
B.1 and 4
C.2 and 3
D.3 and 4
Correct Answer: B(1 and 4)

Question 10

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In the following question, select the related word from the given alternatives. Freedom : Independence :: Poverty : ?
A.Hunger
B.Wealth
C.Hardship
D.Illness
Correct Answer: C(Hardship)

Question 11

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Statement: Online education requires reliable internet access. Assumptions: I. Students have access to the internet. II. Traditional education is outdated.
A.Only I is implicit
B.Only II is implicit
C.Both I and II are implicit
D.Neither I nor II is implicit
Correct Answer: A(Only I is implicit)

Question 12

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Apply the same pattern used in the following group and find the correct option. KLM : NOP :: STU : ?
A.XYZ
B.VYZ
C.WXY
D.VWX
Correct Answer: D(VWX)

Question 13

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Find the odd one out. Sodium, Calcium, Iron, Oxygen
A.Sodium
B.Oxygen
C.Iron
D.Calcium
Correct Answer: B(Oxygen)

Question 14

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Select the letter-cluster from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series. EHF, JKM, ONT, ?
A.TUV
B.STU
C.TQA
D.QAT
Correct Answer: C(TQA)

Question 15

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If 8 + 4 = 96 and 7 + 3 = 70, then 6 + 5 = ?
A.60
B.66
C.72
D.78
Correct Answer: B(66)

Question 16

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A man says, "She is the wife of my father's only son." How is the woman related to the man?
A.Sister
B.Mother
C.Wife
D.Sister-in-law
Correct Answer: C(Wife)

Question 17

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If a + b = 20 and a - b = 6, then what is a × b?
A.64
B.100
C.96
D.91
Correct Answer: D(91)

Question 18

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In the following question, select the related word from the given alternatives. Cell : Tissue :: Tissue : ?
A.Nucleus
B.Molecule
C.Organ
D.Gene
Correct Answer: C(Organ)

Question 19

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In a row of 60 students, P is 18th from the left and Q is 25th from the right. How many students are between P and Q?
A.15
B.16
C.17
D.18
Correct Answer: C(17)

Question 20

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How many meaningful 4-letter English words can be formed using 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th letters of the word TEACHER, without repetition?
A.Two
B.Four
C.One
D.Three
Correct Answer: A(Two)

Question 21

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Find the odd one out. 729, 1331, 2197, 3125
A.729
B.1331
C.2197
D.3125
Correct Answer: D(3125)

Question 22

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Select the letter-cluster from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series. BDH, EJM, IPR, ?
A.NVW
B.MUX
C.NVX
D.MVW
Correct Answer: A(NVW)

Question 23

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Find the number that breaks the pattern: 3, 7, 15, 31, 63, 120
A.7
B.15
C.31
D.120
Correct Answer: D(120)

Question 24

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Pointing to a boy, a woman said, "He is the son of my mother's only son." How is the boy related to the woman?
A.Son
B.Cousin
C.Brother
D.Nephew
Correct Answer: D(Nephew)

Question 25

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If BALL = 211212 and CALL = 311212, then DOLL = ?
A.4141212
B.4511212
C.4151221
D.4151212
Correct Answer: D(4151212)

Question 26

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Examine the statements about long jump technique phases: 1. The run-up on the runway builds peak momentum prior to takeoff. 2. Takeoff involves pushing from the weaker leg to ensure stability. Which statements are accurate?
A.Only 1
B.Only 2
C.Both 1 and 2
D.Neither 1 nor 2
Correct Answer: A(Only 1)

Question 27

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Complete the statement: Through the SLKIC component of Khelo India, ______ Kendriya Vidyalayas have been selected in collaboration with KVS.
A.3
B.4
C.5
D.6
Correct Answer: B(4)

Question 28

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If Earth's radius shrinks by 1% with mass constant, surface gravitational acceleration would:
A.Rise by about 1%
B.Fall by about 2%
C.Rise by about 2%
D.Fall by about 1%
Correct Answer: C(Rise by about 2%)

Question 29

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Which statements about Article 270 are accurate? 1. It regulates tax distribution between the Union and States, covering GST proceeds. 2. Post-101st Amendment, it incorporates Union taxes and GST revenue sharing. 3. GST Compensation Cess distribution falls under Article 270.
A.1 and 3 only
B.1 only
C.1 and 2 only
D.2 and 3 only
Correct Answer: C(1 and 2 only)

Question 30

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Lysosomes primarily function in cells to:
A.Synthesize proteins
B.Perform intracellular digestion
C.Generate energy
D.Store genetic data
Correct Answer: B(Perform intracellular digestion)

Question 31

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Which landslide type features rotational backward movement of the displaced material?
A.Rockslide
B.Rock fall
C.Slump
D.Debris fall
Correct Answer: C(Slump)

Question 32

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Which defines light industries accurately?
A.Processing of heavy ores and minerals
B.Manufacturing of large industrial equipment
C.Dependence on bulky raw materials
D.Utilizing lightweight inputs for consumer products
Correct Answer: D(Utilizing lightweight inputs for consumer products)

Question 33

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Evaluate these statements on India's water-sharing agreements with neighbors: 1. The 1996 Mahakali Treaty with Nepal covers joint Mahakali River development and the Pancheshwar Project. 2. The 1996 Ganga Water Treaty with Bangladesh enables year-round Ganga water allocation at Farakka. Which is/are correct?
A.Only 1
B.Only 2
C.Both 1 and 2
D.Neither 1 nor 2
Correct Answer: C(Both 1 and 2)

Question 34

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Constructing sea walls and raising structures in a coastal area against sea-level rise mainly exemplifies:
A.Climate Change Mitigation
B.Carbon Sequestration
C.Geoengineering
D.Climate Change Adaptation
Correct Answer: D(Climate Change Adaptation)

Question 35

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Which Indian leader spoke at a 2025 special session titled "Environment, COP-30, and Global Health"?
A.Piyush Goyal
B.Hardeep Puri
C.Narendra Modi
D.S. Jaishankar
Correct Answer: C(Narendra Modi)

Question 36

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The Regulating Act of 1773 mainly reformed the East India Company's administration in which two key domains?
A.Judicial processes and revenue systems
B.Military tactics and commercial policies
C.Home-country governance and Indian territorial authority
D.Ties with princely states and international diplomacy
Correct Answer: C(Home-country governance and Indian territorial authority)

Question 37

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Assertion (A): UDAN Scheme boosts regional air links. Reason (R): It offers viability gap funding to airlines.
A.Both true, R explains A
B.Both true, R does not explain A
C.A true, R false
D.A false, R true
Correct Answer: A(Both true, R explains A)

Question 38

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Schedule VII of the Indian Constitution lists:
A.Election procedures
B.Three legislative lists
C.Emergency provisions
D.Judicial rules
Correct Answer: B(Three legislative lists)

Question 39

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Per Oxford Economics' Global Cities Index 2025, which pair of cities held onto their leading ranks?
A.Tokyo and Beijing
B.London and New York
C.Paris and Rome
D.Berlin and Moscow
Correct Answer: B(London and New York)

Question 40

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Assertion (A): Population explosion happens when death rates drop sharply while birth rates stay elevated. Reason (R): Changes in societal reproductive patterns occur immediately with healthcare advancements.
A.Both A and R true, R explains A
B.Both true, R does not explain A
C.A true, R false
D.A false, R true
Correct Answer: C(A true, R false)

Question 41

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Assertion (A): Humayun's Tomb marked the first significant Mughal garden tomb and served as a direct model for the Taj Mahal's architecture. Reason (R): It pioneered the charbagh garden design and double-domed structure typical of subsequent Mughal tombs.
A.Both A and R are true, and R correctly explains A
B.Both A and R are true, but R does not explain A
C.A is true, but R is false
D.A is false, but R is true
Correct Answer: A(Both A and R are true, and R correctly explains A)

Question 42

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Population density refers to:
A.Individuals per household
B.Persons per square kilometre
C.Persons per geographic region
D.Persons per district
Correct Answer: B(Persons per square kilometre)

Question 43

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The key quantity allowing a satellite to sustain orbit without ongoing thrust is:
A.Mass
B.Gravitational force
C.Orbital velocity
D.Atmospheric drag
Correct Answer: C(Orbital velocity)

Question 44

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Which ancient Indian ruler's governance was characterized by a strongly centralized administrative framework?
A.Harshavardhana
B.Samudragupta
C.Chandragupta Maurya
D.Pulakeshin II
Correct Answer: C(Chandragupta Maurya)

Question 45

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Per Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), the total permissible police custody duration, including periodic extensions by a magistrate, is:
A.30 days
B.60 days
C.90 days
D.15 days (initial, extendable)
Correct Answer: D(15 days (initial, extendable))

Question 46

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Which option accurately describes the development of Indian classical music traditions?
A.Jatis developed from ragas according to early scriptures
B.The 72-mela system originated with Bharata in the 13th century
C.Folk traditions initially relied on mela and grama scales
D.Ragas derived from jatis, with 72-mela system by Venkatamakhi
Correct Answer: D(Ragas derived from jatis, with 72-mela system by Venkatamakhi)

Question 47

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What primarily drives the use of generative design in aerospace engineering?
A.Enabling smooth multi-payload system integration
B.Refining structures for lowest weight and highest durability
C.Boosting crew safety through redundant life-support features
D.Developing flexible propulsion systems
Correct Answer: B(Refining structures for lowest weight and highest durability)

Question 48

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Which description fits The Adventures of Kakababu, Volume 1 by Sunil Gangopadhyaya? 1. A groundbreaking Bengali adventure series starring detective Kakababu, blending mystery and cultural motifs. 2. A satirical critique of governance in independent India. 3. An autobiographical account of the author's involvement in Bengal's freedom struggle.
A.Only 1
B.Only 2
C.2 and 3
D.1, 2, and 3
Correct Answer: A(Only 1)

Question 49

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In which event did Mary Kom secure her latest international gold medal?
A.Asian Games, Hangzhou
B.President's Cup, Indonesia
C.Commonwealth Games, Birmingham
D.Olympic Games, Tokyo
Correct Answer: B(President's Cup, Indonesia)

Question 50

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Pradhan Mantri Kisan Maandhan Yojana (PM-KMY) enrollment is open to farmers aged:
A.18–30 years
B.18–40 years
C.21–45 years
D.25–50 years
Correct Answer: B(18–40 years)

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