SSC CGLEnglish Shift 32025
SSC CGL - English Shift 3 (2025)
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Question Paper
Question 1
singleGeneralIf a % b = a² - b² and a % b = 63, find a and b.
A.9, 6
B.10, 7
C.8, 1
D.7, 4
Correct Answer: C(8, 1)
Question 2
singleGeneralHow many letters will remain unchanged if the word EDUCATION is arranged alphabetically?
A.One
B.Zero
C.Three
D.Two
Correct Answer: B(Zero)
Question 3
singleGeneralSelect the letter-cluster that will replace (?): B, F, J, N, R, V, Z, ?
A.A
B.C
C.B
D.D
Correct Answer: D(D)
Question 4
singleGeneralPointing to a boy, a woman said, "He is the son of my father's only daughter." How is the boy related to the woman?
A.Son
B.Brother
C.Nephew
D.Cousin
Correct Answer: A(Son)
Question 5
singleGeneralIf 4 ⊕ 3 = 19 and 5 ⊕ 2 = 17, then 6 ⊕ 4 = ?
A.24
B.28
C.34
D.32
Correct Answer: C(34)
Question 6
singleGeneralIf 3x + 7 = 28, find x.
A.7
B.6
C.5
D.8
Correct Answer: A(7)
Question 7
singleGeneralApply the same pattern used in the following group and find the correct option.
METAL : LATEM :: FIBER : ?
A.ERFIB
B.BIFER
C.REBIF
D.RIFEB
Correct Answer: C(REBIF)
Question 8
singleGeneralIf '+' = '-' and '-' = '×', find the value of: 12 + 4 - 3 = ?
A.5
B.0
C.1
D.3
Correct Answer: B(0)
Question 9
singleGeneralFind the odd one out.
A.4 : 16 : 256
B.3 : 9 : 81
C.5 : 25 : 125
D.6 : 36 : 1296
Correct Answer: C(5 : 25 : 125)
Question 10
singleGeneralEight people P, Q, R, S, T, U, V, W sit around a circle facing the center. P is second right of Q. R is opposite P. S is
immediate left of R. T is third to the right of Q. U is sits to the immediate left of S. W is opposite T. Who is immediate
right of Q?
A.P
B.R
C.W
D.V
Correct Answer: D(V)
Question 11
singleGeneralFind the missing term in the series.
ACE, EGI, IKM, MOQ, ?
A.QSU
B.PQS
C.QRT
D.RSU
Correct Answer: A(QSU)
Question 12
singleGeneralWhat will come in place of (?): 2, 6, 18, 54, ?
A.108
B.324
C.216
D.162
Correct Answer: D(162)
Question 13
singleGeneralWhich word cannot be formed from DEMOCRACY?
A.READY
B.CORE
C.MAYOR
D.CAREER
Correct Answer: D(CAREER)
Question 14
singleGeneralWhat comes next? 8, 20, 44, 92, ?
A.180
B.188
C.196
D.204
Correct Answer: B(188)
Question 15
singleGeneralIn a certain code language, "apple is sweet fruit" is written as "ka lo mi te", "mango is sweet" is written as "lo mi
ra" and "apple mango fresh" is written as "ka ra su". How is "sweet" coded?
A.su
B.mi
C.ra
D.te
Correct Answer: B(mi)
Question 16
singleGeneralThe ratio of two numbers is 5:7 and their sum is 96. Find the numbers.
A.40, 56
B.45, 51
C.48, 48
D.35, 61
Correct Answer: A(40, 56)
Question 17
singleGeneralIf A is the brother of B, and B is the mother of C, how is A related to C?
A.Brother
B.Father
C.Uncle
D.Cousin
Correct Answer: C(Uncle)
Question 18
singleGeneralIf "ROAD" is coded as *4@# and "READ" is coded as *7@#, what is the code for "RAOD"?
A.*@#4
B.*4#@
C.*@4#
D.*#@4
Correct Answer: C(*@4#)
Question 19
singleGeneralIn a tournament of 9 players, each plays every other player once. How many matches?
A.72
B.40
C.42
D.36
Correct Answer: D(36)
Question 20
singleGeneralIdentify the similar address: 12, Lake View Road, Anna Nagar, Chennai - 600040
A.12 Lake View Rd Anna Nagar Chennai 600040
B.Anna Nagar, 12 Lake Road, Chennai
C.12 Lake Road, Chennai - 600004
D.21 Lake View Road, Anna Nagar, Chennai
Correct Answer: A(12 Lake View Rd Anna Nagar Chennai 600040)
Question 21
singleGeneralStatement:
Online education is expanding rapidly; hence quality standards must be maintained.
Assumptions:
I. Online education affects learning outcomes.
II. Quality control is necessary in education.
A.Only I
B.Only II
C.Both I and II
D.Neither I nor II
Correct Answer: C(Both I and II)
Question 22
singleGeneralIf 8 $ 3 = 32 and 6 $ 4 = 30, then 5 $ 4 = ?
A.28
B.20
C.24
D.25
Correct Answer: D(25)
Question 23
singleGeneralIf + means × and - means ÷, which is incorrect?
A.8 - 2 + 3 = 12
B.6 + 3 - 2 = 9
C.4 - 2 + 5 = 15
D.9 + 1 - 3 = 3
Correct Answer: C(4 - 2 + 5 = 15)
Question 24
singleGeneralApply the same pattern used in the following group and find the correct option.
COUNTRY : FRXQWUB :: SCHOOL : ?
A.VFIPPM
B.VFKRRO
C.VFJPPN
D.VEKPPM
Correct Answer: B(VFKRRO)
Question 25
singleGeneralFind the missing term: 3, 7, 15, 31, ?
A.47
B.63
C.61
D.64
Correct Answer: B(63)
Question 26
singleGeneralOn Electrical Safety Day 2025, MoS Power and New & Renewable Energy Shri Shripad Naik unveiled:
(a) National Fire Safety Code
A.National Fire Safety Code
B.Suraksha Shakti mascot
C.Smart Meter Rollout Initiative
D.Grid Digitalization Platform
Correct Answer: B(Suraksha Shakti mascot)
Question 27
singleGeneralAnglo-Indian nomination in State Assemblies was terminated by:
A.Governor's ongoing nomination power
B.42nd Amendment
C.104th Amendment
D.Proportional representation election
Correct Answer: C(104th Amendment)
Question 28
singleGeneralWhich is generally not classified as a weather parameter?
A.Temperature
B.Humidity
C.Soil pH
D.Wind
Correct Answer: C(Soil pH)
Question 29
singleGeneralWhich pair correctly pairs a temple roof type with its structural feature?
A.Latina – rectangular, wagon-like
B.Phamsana – flat slabs sloping upward to a ridge
C.Valabhi – steeply curving inward
D.Latina – wide with tiered steps
Correct Answer: B(Phamsana – flat slabs sloping upward to a ridge)
Question 30
singleGeneralStrict regulation of cricket ball weight and size in international games ensures:
A.Advantage to bowlers with heavier balls
B.Consistent bounce, swing, and equity
C.Cost savings as per ICC rules
D.Applies solely to red balls
Correct Answer: B(Consistent bounce, swing, and equity)
Question 31
singleGeneralBharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) introduces:
A.Full replacement of IPC provisions
B.Video recording of confessions
C.Assumption of guilt
D.Elimination of bail provisions
Correct Answer: B(Video recording of confessions)
Question 32
singleGeneralOrder classical dance forms by earliest documented mentions (earliest first): 1.Bharatanatyam 2.Kathak 3.Mohiniyattam 4.Manipuri
A.1–3–2–4
B.1–2–4–3
C.1–3–4–2
D.1–4–3–2
Correct Answer: B(1–2–4–3)
Question 33
singleGeneralThe Tutsa tribe observes Pongtu Festival to invoke blessings from which god prior to millet sowing?
A.Donyi-Polo
B.Rangkhothak
C.Rangfraa
D.Nyegi-Nyapa
Correct Answer: B(Rangkhothak)
Question 34
singleGeneralWhat characterizes the book 'Hot Stage'?
A.Anthology of contemporary Indian plays
B.Chronicle of the independence movement
C.Mythological fiction
D.Narrative of Himalayan journeys
Correct Answer: A(Anthology of contemporary Indian plays)
Question 35
singleGeneralAssertion: Iron and steel is a heavy industry. Reason: It uses lightweight inputs such as cotton and rubber.
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: C(A true, R false)
Question 36
singleGeneralRegarding the 61st National Chess Championship:
1. GM Karthik Venkataraman triumphed in Gurgaon, earning ₹6 lakh.
2. IM Neelash Saha took silver but was edged out in a tiebreak against Ganguly
A.Only 1
B.Only 2
C.Both 1 and 2
D.Neither 1 nor 2
Correct Answer: C(Both 1 and 2)
Question 37
singleGeneralAssertion (A): PSLV is ISRO's reliable mainstay launch vehicle.
Reason (R): PSLV's flexibility allows multi-payload launches to multiple orbits with excellent reliability.
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
singleGeneralIMD World Competitiveness Ranking 2025: Switzerland topped which dimension in both 2024 and 2025?
A.Business Efficiency
B.Infrastructure
C.Economic Performance
D.Employment
Correct Answer: B(Infrastructure)
Question 39
singleGeneralKalbelia dance symbolizes the sinuous motion of ______.
A.Camels
B.Snakes
C.Birds
D.Horses
Correct Answer: B(Snakes)
Question 40
singleGeneralOn MISHTI Scheme:
1. Targets mangrove afforestation via scientific techniques.
2. Introduced in Budget 2023–24.
3. Permits commercial mangrove leasing.
A.1 and 2 only
B.2 and 3 only
C.1 and 3 only
D.All 1, 2, and 3
Correct Answer: A(1 and 2 only)
Question 41
singleGeneralWho claimed India’s inaugural Paralympic archery gold at Paris 2024?
A.Sheetal Devi
B.Harvinder Singh
C.Rakesh Kumar
D.Preethi Pal
Correct Answer: B(Harvinder Singh)
Question 42
singleGeneralAssertion: Chotanagpur Plateau forms eastern continuation of Central Highlands. Reason: Drained by Chambal and Betwa rivers.
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: C(A true, R false)
Question 43
singleGeneralThe BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting on 4 June 2018 took place in which city?
A.Pretoria, South Africa
B.Brasília, Brazil
C.Beijing, China
D.New Delhi, India
Correct Answer: A(Pretoria, South Africa)
Question 44
singleGeneralAbrogation of Article 370's special status for Jammu and Kashmir occurred via:
A.Presidential Order under Article 370(3)
B.Parliamentary amendment under Article 368
C.Presidential Ordinance
D.Article 356 Order
Correct Answer: A(Presidential Order under Article 370(3))
Question 45
singleGeneralWhich program enables postmen to deliver financial services?
A.NSAP
B.IPPB
C.PMJAY
D.PRAGATI
Correct Answer: B(IPPB)
Question 46
singleGeneralIn Teen Taal from Hindustani music, the Khali beat falls on the ______ matra.
A.1
B.5
C.9
D.13
Correct Answer: C(9)
Question 47
singleGeneralApproval by both Houses for a National Emergency Proclamation is needed within:
A.1 month
B.3 months
C.6 months
D.9 months
Correct Answer: A(1 month)
Question 48
singleGeneralThe 2025 'Mangrove Cell' program is associated primarily with which state?
A.Odisha
B.Andhra Pradesh
C.Maharashtra
D.West Bengal
Correct Answer: C(Maharashtra)
Question 49
singleGeneralNon-metallic minerals in India are best described as:
A.Scarce for industrial applications
B.Mainly gemstones with little industry role
C.Abundant and essential for key sectors
D.Secondary to metallic minerals in growth
Correct Answer: C(Abundant and essential for key sectors)
Question 50
singleGeneralThe initial module of Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS) is slated for launch in:
A.2028
B.2030
C.2035
D.2040
Correct Answer: A(2028)
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