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Day 158: SSC CGL English

5 questions (13 parts). Try each one first, then open its answer.

  1. Question 1 (case study, 5 parts)

    Reading Comprehension. Asked once: 14 Sep 2025 S3

    Read the following passage and answer the questions based on the passage: India's digital transformation over the last decade has been nothing short of revolutionary. What began as a modest attempt to expand internet access has now evolved into one of the largest digital ecosystems in the world. Spearheaded by government initiatives such as Digital India, the country has witnessed an unprecedented surge in internet penetration, digital payments, and online governance. A pivotal moment in this journey was the launch of Aadhaar, a biometric-based identification system that enabled secure and streamlined access to various public services. Coupled with the rise of Unified Payments Interface (UPI), India has leapfrogged traditional banking hurdles and facilitated real-time, low-cost transactions across urban and rural regions alike. Significantly, the pandemic acted as an unexpected catalyst. As lockdowns forced physical distancing, citizens turned to digital alternatives—telemedicine, online education, and remote work became not just accessible but essential. This sudden shift forced both public and private sectors to rethink infrastructure and embrace scalable tech solutions. However, the digital journey hasn't been without obstacles. A persistent digital divide remains, particularly between urban and rural populations. While metros enjoy high-speed broadband, many villages struggle with basic connectivity. Moreover, concerns around data privacy, cybersecurity, and misinformation have emerged as pressing issues in this digital age. Nonetheless, India's digital growth story remains a testament to its adaptability and ambition. With over 850 million internet users and counting, the nation stands at a crucial intersection—where robust digital policy, inclusive access, and responsible innovation will determine the trajectory of its digital future.
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    What major government initiative catalyzed India's digital ecosystem?

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    What role did Aadhaar play in digital growth?

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    Which factor unexpectedly accelerated India's digital adoption?

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    What is a current challenge in India's digital development?

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    What does the passage suggest is key to India's digital future?

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  2. Question 2

    Sentence Rearrangement. Asked once: 16 Sep 2025 S3

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    Rearrange the following sentences to form a coherent paragraph: 1. This process is crucial because it ensures the integrity and reproducibility of experimental results. 2. Scientific experimentation begins with the formulation of a testable hypothesis based on an observation or question. 3. The data collected from these experiments is then analyzed and interpreted to draw conclusions about the hypothesis. 4. Next, a controlled experiment is designed and carried out to collect empirical evidence.

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  3. Question 3

    Spotting Errors. Asked once: 19 Sep 2025 S2

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    Choose the most suitable option to replace the highlighted part of the sentence: He did not succeed *despite of his hard work*.

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  4. Question 4

    Vocabulary. Asked once: 26 Sep 2025 S1

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    Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word: CAVIL

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  5. Question 5 (case study, 5 parts)

    Cloze Test. Asked once: 23 Sep 2024 S1

    In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. Culture is (1)_______, understanding, and protecting, like the cultivation of a garden, not the destruction or eradication of its roots. Understanding the roots and seeds, taking much care and providing instructed nourishment (2)_______ important for good gardening. Culture also is similar; understanding its acquaintance (3)______ literature and art and careful protection are required. Culture is the way of life of a particular society in which a group of people live together in one place. The society's culture is visible in its literature, arts, social system, language and religion. It is a combination of traditions, customs, institutions, food habits, manners, morals, thoughts, tastes, views and beliefs. Usually, families (4)______ culture to the younger generations. As family system is becoming weak, schools, colleges and universities should take up this responsibility as education should promote potential values of its culture. The role of universities (5)_______ only to issue course completed certificates.
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    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.

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    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.

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    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

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    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.

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    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

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