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SSC CGL 2025 Tier-I (18th Sep 2025 - Shift 3)

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Question 1 of 100

A is the sister of B. B is the brother of C. C is the mother of D. How is A related to D?

Question 2 of 100

What is the sum of the first 15 natural numbers?

Question 3 of 100

Pointing to a man, Rita says, “He is the son of my mother’s brother .” How is the man related to Rita?

Question 4 of 100

Find the odd one out: Mercury, Venus, Earth, Moon, Mars

Question 5 of 100

If 5 @ 3 = 64 and 10 @ 2 = 144, then 7 @ 4 = ?

Question 6 of 100

Find the odd one out:

Question 7 of 100

Select the option that will replace the question mark (?) in the series: EJQ, HMT, KPW, NSZ, ?

Question 8 of 100

Eight persons P , Q, R, S, T, U, V and W live on 8 different floors. Ground floor = 1, top floor = 8. P lives on the lowest floor . Only two persons live between P and Q. R lives on 5th floor . Only one person lives between R and S. T lives on an even-numbered floor . Only three persons live between U and V . Only one person lives between T and U. Who lives immediately above Q?

Question 9 of 100

Solve the analogy: GK : NP :: RT : ?

Question 10 of 100

If + = ×, × = -, - = ÷, ÷ = +, then 12 + 4 × 24 - 8 ÷ 4 = ?

Question 11 of 100

Find the next number in the series: 8, 14, 26, 50, 98, ?

Question 12 of 100

Statements: 1. All books are useful. 2. Some useful things are expensive. Conclusions: I. Some books are expensive. II. All expensive things are useful.

Question 13 of 100

Statement: Online education improves accessibility but reduces social interaction. Assumptions: I. Online education is widely used. II. Social interaction is important in education. III. Online education is better than offline education.

Question 14 of 100

DOCTOR is to HOSPITAL as TEACHER is to:

Question 15 of 100

If WATER is written as YCVGT, how is FIRE written?

Question 16 of 100

Find the odd one out:

Question 17 of 100

If the difference of 48 and 18 is multiplied by 3, what is the result?

Question 18 of 100

Find the option that best completes the analogy. BD : JL :: FN : ?

Question 19 of 100

Statement: All airports have security checks. Conclusions: I. Passengers are screened at airports. II. Crimes cannot happen at airports.

Question 20 of 100

If MANGO is coded as LZMFN, how is APPLE written?

Question 21 of 100

Find the next term: ACE, BDF, CEG, ?

Question 22 of 100

Identify the incorrect term in the series: 14, 28, 56, 110, 224

Question 23 of 100

Identify the odd one out:

Question 24 of 100

Choose the correct signs to swap to make the equation correct: 36 ÷ 6 + 8 - 4 × 3 = 35

Question 25 of 100

Statement: Increasing screen time affects children's eyesight. Conclusions: I. Children should reduce screen usage. II. Screens are harmful in all cases.

Question 26 of 100

In the photoelectric effect: 1. Emission depends on frequency threshold. 2. Higher intensity increases number of electrons.

Question 27 of 100

The Startup India initiative includes which of the following components to financially support early -stage start- ups?

Question 28 of 100

Which ISRO centre is primarily responsible for propulsion systems and liquid stages for launch vehicles?

Question 29 of 100

The Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) is associated with:

Question 30 of 100

In the agrarian system of the Vijayanagara Empire , which factor was a key constraint that rulers tried to address through the construction of tanks and canals?

Question 31 of 100

Humayun’s Tomb in Delhi is mainly constructed using:

Question 32 of 100

The folk dance Chhau, known for its martial movements and elaborate masks, is traditionally associated with which community or tradition?

Question 33 of 100

“Interpreter of Maladies” was written by:

Question 34 of 100

Which pair is correctly matched? 1. Neeraj Chopra — Javelin 2. Mirabai Chanu — Weightlifting

Question 35 of 100

The commonly accepted boundary between Earth’s atmosphere and outer space, often used in aerospace records, is located at approximately:

Question 36 of 100

The latest LPI reports include:

Question 37 of 100

Consider the following statements regarding Article 361 of the Indian Constitution : 1. The President of India is not answerable to any court for the exercise of official powers and duties. 2. No criminal proceedings can be instituted against the President during the term of office. 3.Civil proceedings can be initiated against the President during the term of office without prior notice. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 38 of 100

Which landforms are typical of arid plateau regions? 1. Inselbergs 2. Yardangs 3. Alluvial fans

Question 39 of 100

Mumbai High and Bassein oil fields are located in:

Question 40 of 100

The Wangala festival of the Garo community in Meghalaya is traditionally associated with the celebration of the harvest and is performed in honour of which deity?

Question 41 of 100

Consider the following statements about the National Games in India : 1. Services Sports Control Board has frequently finished at or near the top of the medal tally in recent editions. 2. The 2022 National Games were hosted by Gujarat across multiple cities. Which of the statements is/are correct?

Question 42 of 100

Article 249 empowers Parliament to legislate on State List when:

Question 43 of 100

In Carnatic music, “alankaras” are:

Question 44 of 100

The Trilateral Highway project connects India with Myanmar and:

Question 45 of 100

After 1947, the process of integrating princely states into the Indian Union was shaped by multiple pressures. Which of the following factors played the most decisive role in limiting the ability of several princely rulers to sustain claims of separate sovereignty?

Question 46 of 100

In Kho-Kho, a defender is declared out when:

Question 47 of 100

The Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) of India plays a central role in the electoral system. In light of the current legal framework, which of the following statements best describes the position of the CEC?

Question 48 of 100

Replacementlevel fertility implies:

Question 49 of 100

Harappan houses were notable for:

Question 50 of 100

Glacier monitoring in the Himalayas is prominently conducted by:

Question 51 of 100

A trader marked a product 50% above its cost price. He provided two successive discounts of 20% and 5%. If he earned a profit of ₹280, what was the cost price of the product?

Question 52 of 100

A charitable trust of ₹8,00,000 earns simple interest at 8% per annum. This interest is used to fund three grants. If the first and second grants are ₹25,000 and ₹20,000 respectively, what is the value of the third grant?

Question 53 of 100

Suppose ₹P is invested, and after 3 years at 10% simple interest, it yields ₹Q interest. If ₹Q is then invested for 3 years at 10% simple interest, it yields ₹R interest. Which of the following is true?

Question 54 of 100

If tan⁡𝜃+cot⁡𝜃= 5 and tan⁡𝜃⋅cot⁡𝜃 = 1, find tan⁡2 𝜃+cosec⁡2 𝜃.

Question 55 of 100

Solve:√4489−3364× 1 58

Question 56 of 100

If 30% of A = 0.25 of B = 1 5of C, then what is A : B : C?

Question 57 of 100

What is the sum of the interior angles of a regular pentagon?

Question 58 of 100

The inner and outer radius of a hollow spherical shell are 3 cm and 6 cm respectively. Find the approximate volume of the metal used.

Question 59 of 100

In △PQR, medians PL, QM, and RN intersect at centroid G. If the area of △PQR is 72 cm², what is the area of △ GQR?

Question 60 of 100

If 𝑥 + 3 𝑥 = 8, find the value of 𝑥3 + 27 𝑥3.

Question 61 of 100

If sin⁡𝐴 = 𝑚2−𝑛2 𝑚2+𝑛2, what is cos𝐴?

Question 62 of 100

If the radius of a circle is tripled, what happens to its area?

Question 63 of 100

Solve: √7225−2809× 1 53

Question 64 of 100

A cylindrical storage container has a base radius of 4 cm. It consists of 6 stacked disks whose heights form an arithmetic progression, starting from 1 cm for the bottom and 11 cm for the top. What is the total volume? (Use π = 3.14)

Question 65 of 100

A right circular cone is divided into two sections by a plane parallel to the base, such that the volume of the smaller cone is 1 27 of the volume of the original cone. Determine the ratio of the height of the smaller cone to the height of the frustum.

Question 66 of 100

Given √7+𝑥+√7−𝑥 √7+𝑥−√7−𝑥 = 2, then what is the value of x?

Question 67 of 100

A flagstaff 5 meters high stands on top of a pedestal. From a location on the ground, the angle of elevation to the top of the flagstaff measures 60°, while the angle of elevation to the top of the pedestal from the same point is 45°. Determine the height of the pedestal.

Question 68 of 100

In a circle having a radius 13 cm, a chord is 5 cm away from the center . Find the length of the chord.

Question 69 of 100

Simplify: (0.123 +0.043)÷(0.363 +0.123)

Question 70 of 100

Find the slope of the line 3x - 5y = 10.

Question 71 of 100

Two circles have radii 9 cm and 4 cm. The distance between their centers is 13 cm. What is the length of the direct common tangent?

Question 72 of 100

A watch is listed at ₹1200. After two successive discounts, it is sold for ₹816. If the first discount offered was 20%, what was the second discount percentage?

Question 73 of 100

Two containers of equal capacity are filled with a mixture of juice and water . The first contains them in the ratio 4 : 1, and the second in the ratio 1 : 4. The mixtures are then combined. What is the ratio of juice to water in the resulting mixture?

Question 74 of 100

Find the value of (0.023 +0.0023)÷(0.043 +0.0043)

Question 75 of 100

An observer on a cliff 200 m high notices the angles of depression to two ships located on opposite sides as 60° and 30°. Find the distance between the two ships.

Question 76 of 100

Choose the most suitable option to replace the highlighted part: She is knowing the answer to the inquiry.

Question 77 of 100

Choose the correct one-word substitution for: ‘One who lives primarily in pursuit of sensual pleasure’.

Question 78 of 100

Select the appropriate word form: The ambiguity in the statute resulted in considerable ____ among stakeholders.

Question 79 of 100

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word: COMPLAISANT

Question 80 of 100

Select the correct option: He submitted the revised manuscript ahead of schedule, ___ reflected his meticulous planning.

Question 81 of 100

Which statement most accurately encapsulates the central thesis? Read the following passage and answer the questions based on the passage: In the architecture of human civilization, language operates not merely as a communicative instrument but as the generative substrate upon which collective consciousness is constructed. Communication transcends transactional exchange; it constitutes the ep istemic medium through which realities are negotiated, identities are affirmed, and social contracts are sustained. The exigency of communication arises less from logistical coordination than from the ontological necessity of shared meaning. Historically, civilizations have been sculpted by successive transformations in communicative modalities—from oral traditions that encoded cosmologies to print cultures that institutionalized jurisprudence and scientific rationality. Each technological inflection has re calibrated not only the velocity of transmission but also the hierarchy of authority and the legitimacy of knowledge claims. At the interpersonal stratum, communication unfolds across verbal articulation, non -verbal gesturality, and paralinguistic modulati on, forming a semiotic constellation wherein silence may signify as profoundly as speech. Misalignment across these strata frequently precipitates alienation or conflict, underscoring that effective communication entails calibrated reciprocity rather than unilateral expression. Within organizational ecosystems, communicative transparency functions as the linchpin of institutional trust. Hierarchical opacity engenders informational asymmetries that corrode cohesion, whereas dialogic engagement fosters adapti ve resilience and innovation. Cultural matrices further complicate communicative exchange by embedding within linguistic codes tacit assumptions and normative expectations. What manifests as assertiveness in one milieu may register as impropriety in another, necessitating intercultural literacy and contextual discernment. In the digital epoch, algorithmic mediation amplifies communicative reach while simultaneously engendering echo chambers and epistemic fragmentation. The ethical stewardship of discourse t hus assumes heightened urgency. Communicative competence in contemporary society demands not only rhetorical dexterity but also critical reflexivity and moral accountability. Ultimately, to communicate is to participate in the co - authorship of social reality; it is through language that humanity perpetually reconstructs the contours of its shared existence.

Question 82 of 100

The phrase “semiotic constellation” most nearly implies: Read the following passage and answer the questions based on the passage: In the architecture of human civilization, language operates not merely as a communicative instrument but as the generative substrate upon which collective consciousness is constructed. Communication transcends transactional exchange; it constitutes the ep istemic medium through which realities are negotiated, identities are affirmed, and social contracts are sustained. The exigency of communication arises less from logistical coordination than from the ontological necessity of shared meaning. Historically, civilizations have been sculpted by successive transformations in communicative modalities—from oral traditions that encoded cosmologies to print cultures that institutionalized jurisprudence and scientific rationality. Each technological inflection has re calibrated not only the velocity of transmission but also the hierarchy of authority and the legitimacy of knowledge claims. At the interpersonal stratum, communication unfolds across verbal articulation, non -verbal gesturality, and paralinguistic modulati on, forming a semiotic constellation wherein silence may signify as profoundly as speech. Misalignment across these strata frequently precipitates alienation or conflict, underscoring that effective communication entails calibrated reciprocity rather than unilateral expression. Within organizational ecosystems, communicative transparency functions as the linchpin of institutional trust. Hierarchical opacity engenders informational asymmetries that corrode cohesion, whereas dialogic engagement fosters adapti ve resilience and innovation. Cultural matrices further complicate communicative exchange by embedding within linguistic codes tacit assumptions and normative expectations. What manifests as assertiveness in one milieu may register as impropriety in another, necessitating intercultural literacy and contextual discernment. In the digital epoch, algorithmic mediation amplifies communicative reach while simultaneously engendering echo chambers and epistemic fragmentation. The ethical stewardship of discourse t hus assumes heightened urgency. Communicative competence in contemporary society demands not only rhetorical dexterity but also critical reflexivity and moral accountability. Ultimately, to communicate is to participate in the co - authorship of social reality; it is through language that humanity perpetually reconstructs the contours of its shared existence.

Question 83 of 100

Informational asymmetry within institutions leads to: Read the following passage and answer the questions based on the passage: In the architecture of human civilization, language operates not merely as a communicative instrument but as the generative substrate upon which collective consciousness is constructed. Communication transcends transactional exchange; it constitutes the ep istemic medium through which realities are negotiated, identities are affirmed, and social contracts are sustained. The exigency of communication arises less from logistical coordination than from the ontological necessity of shared meaning. Historically, civilizations have been sculpted by successive transformations in communicative modalities—from oral traditions that encoded cosmologies to print cultures that institutionalized jurisprudence and scientific rationality. Each technological inflection has re calibrated not only the velocity of transmission but also the hierarchy of authority and the legitimacy of knowledge claims. At the interpersonal stratum, communication unfolds across verbal articulation, non -verbal gesturality, and paralinguistic modulation, forming a semiotic constellation wherein silence may signify as profoundly as speech. Misalignment across these strata frequently precipitates alienation or conflict, underscoring that effective communication entails calibrated reciprocity rather than unilateral expression. Within organizational ecosystems, communicative transparency functions as the linchpin of institutional trust. Hierarchical opacity engenders informational asymmetries that corrode cohesion, whereas dialogic engagement fosters adaptive resilience and innovation. Cultural matrices further complicate communicative exchange by embedding within linguistic codes tacit assumptions and normati ve expectations. What manifests as assertiveness in one milieu may register as impropriety in another, necessitating intercultural literacy and contextual discernment. In the digital epoch, algorithmic mediation amplifies communicative reach while simultaneously engendering echo chambers and epistemic fragmentation. The ethical stewardship of discourse thus assumes heightened urgency. Communicative competence in contemporary society demands not only rhetorical dexterity but also critical reflexivity and mo ral accountability. Ultimately, to communicate is to participate in the co - authorship of social reality; it is through language that humanity perpetually reconstructs the contours of its shared existence.

Question 84 of 100

The tone of the passage is best described as: Read the following passage and answer the questions based on the passage: In the architecture of human civilization, language operates not merely as a communicative instrument but as the generative substrate upon which collective consciousness is constructed. Communication transcends transactional exchange; it constitutes the ep istemic medium through which realities are negotiated, identities are affirmed, and social contracts are sustained. The exigency of communication arises less from logistical coordination than from the ontological necessity of shared meaning. Historically, civilizations have been sculpted by successive transformations in communicative modalities—from oral traditions that encoded cosmologies to print cultures that institutionalized jurisprudence and scientific rationality. Each technological inflection has re calibrated not only the velocity of transmission but also the hierarchy of authority and the legitimacy of knowledge claims. At the interpersonal stratum, communication unfolds across verbal articulation, non -verbal gesturality, and paralinguistic modulati on, forming a semiotic constellation wherein silence may signify as profoundly as speech. Misalignment across these strata frequently precipitates alienation or conflict, underscoring that effective communication entails calibrated reciprocity rather than unilateral expression. Within organizational ecosystems, communicative transparency functions as the linchpin of institutional trust. Hierarchical opacity engenders informational asymmetries that corrode cohesion, whereas dialogic engagement fosters adapti ve resilience and innovation. Cultural matrices further complicate communicative exchange by embedding within linguistic codes tacit assumptions and normative expectations. What manifests as assertiveness in one milieu may register as impropriety in another, necessitating intercultural literacy and contextual discernment. In the digital epoch, algorithmic mediation amplifies communicative reach while simultaneously engendering echo chambers and epistemic fragmentation. The ethical stewardship of discourse t hus assumes heightened urgency. Communicative competence in contemporary society demands not only rhetorical dexterity but also critical reflexivity and moral accountability. Ultimately, to communicate is to participate in the co - authorship of social reality; it is through language that humanity perpetually reconstructs the contours of its shared existence.

Question 85 of 100

. The term “epistemic fragmentation” refers to: Read the following passage and answer the questions based on the passage: In the architecture of human civilization, language operates not merely as a communicative instrument but as the generative substrate upon which collective consciousness is constructed. Communication transcends transactional exchange; it constitutes the ep istemic medium through which realities are negotiated, identities are affirmed, and social contracts are sustained. The exigency of communication arises less from logistical coordination than from the ontological necessity of shared meaning. Historically, civilizations have been sculpted by successive transformations in communicative modalities—from oral traditions that encoded cosmologies to print cultures that institutionalized jurisprudence and scientific rationality. Each technological inflection has re calibrated not only the velocity of transmission but also the hierarchy of authority and the legitimacy of knowledge claims. At the interpersonal stratum, communication unfolds across verbal articulation, non -verbal gesturality, and paralinguistic modulati on, forming a semiotic constellation wherein silence may signify as profoundly as speech. Misalignment across these strata frequently precipitates alienation or conflict, underscoring that effective communication entails calibrated reciprocity rather than unilateral expression. Within organizational ecosystems, communicative transparency functions as the linchpin of institutional trust. Hierarchical opacity engenders informational asymmetries that corrode cohesion, whereas dialogic engagement fosters adapti ve resilience and innovation. Cultural matrices further complicate communicative exchange by embedding within linguistic codes tacit assumptions and normative expectations. What manifests as assertiveness in one milieu may register as impropriety in another, necessitating intercultural literacy and contextual discernment. In the digital epoch, algorithmic mediation amplifies communicative reach while simultaneously engendering echo chambers and epistemic fragmentation. The ethical stewardship of discourse t hus assumes heightened urgency. Communicative competence in contemporary society demands not only rhetorical dexterity but also critical reflexivity and moral accountability. Ultimately, to communicate is to participate in the co - authorship of social reality; it is through language that humanity perpetually reconstructs the contours of its shared existence.

Question 86 of 100

Rearrange the following sentences in correct order to make a logical passage: 1. Scientific inquiry is predicated upon systematic observation and empirical verification. 2. Hypotheses are formulated to explain observable phenomena within a structured theoretical framework. 3. These hypotheses are subsequently tested through controlled experimentation and replicable analysis. 4. Only after rigorous validation are findings incorporated into the corpus of established knowledge.

Question 87 of 100

Find the part of the sentence that contains an error: The committee recommended that the proposal is reconsidered (1)/ in light of emerging fiscal constraints (2)/ and broader regulatory implications (3)/ across multiple jurisdictions. (4)/

Question 88 of 100

Rearrange the following sentences to form a coherent paragraph: 1. Sustainable development seeks to harmonize economic growth with ecological preservation. 2. This objective necessitates policy frameworks that integrate environmental accountability into fiscal planning. 3. Such integration encourages industries to adopt resource-efficient technologies and responsible production models. 4. Consequently, long-term prosperity becomes aligned with environmental resilience.

Question 89 of 100

Find the part of the sentence that contains an error: Hardly had the memorandum been circulated (1)/ than dissenting opinions were voiced (2)/ by senior analysts (3)/ during the plenary session. (4)/

Question 90 of 100

Choose the correct meaning of the idiom: Keeps a good table

Question 91 of 100

Change the following from active to passive: They allocate the funds at the end of each fiscal quarter .

Question 92 of 100

Choose the most suitable option to replace the highlighted part: He spoke cautiously lest he might offend the delegates.

Question 93 of 100

Select the sentence containing the homonym of the highlighted word: The priest draped a linen amice around his shoulders before commencing the liturgy.

Question 94 of 100

Which is the correct spelling of a word meaning “highly skilled or proficient”?

Question 95 of 100

Choose the correct one-word substitution for: ‘A person who believes that events are predetermined by destiny’.

Question 96 of 100

Convert the sentence from passive to active voice: The treaty is believed to have been ratified by the council after extensive deliberation.

Question 97 of 100

Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word: Opprobrium

Question 98 of 100

Choose the correct meaning of the idiom: The sword of Damocles

Question 99 of 100

Select the correct option for the Direct Speech conversion of the sentence below. He observed that the monument would have evoked greater solemnity had the inscriptions been less ornate.

Question 100 of 100

A sentence is provided in direct speech. From the four given options, choose the one that most accurately conveys the sentence in its corresponding indirect speech. She said, “How could you disregard the warning?”