SSC-CGL 2025 English
Practice subject-wise previous year questions
Question 251
Comprehension
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. He said to me, “You ought to study harder .”
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He said me that I ought to study harder .B
He told me that I ought to study harder .C
He told me that you ought to study harder .D
He told that I ought to study harder .Question 252
Comprehension
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word: EXIGUOUS
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MeagreB
ImmenseC
RedundantD
PlentifulQuestion 253
Comprehension
Find the word that is spelled correctly and means the quality of being harshly sarcastic.
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CausticityB
CaustisityC
CaustycitiD
CosticityQuestion 254
Comprehension
A sentence is provided in indirect speech. From the four given options, choose the one that most accurately conveys the sentence in its corresponding direct speech. The envoy said that only after the truce would talks commence.
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“Talks commence only after the truce,” said the envoy.B
“Only after the truce, talks would commence,” said the envoy.C
“Only after the truce will talks commence,” said the envoy.D
“Talks would commence once the truce is declared,” said the envoy.Question 255
Comprehension
Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word. Abrogate
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RescindB
AnnulC
RatifyD
RepealQuestion 256
Comprehension
Choose the correct one-word substitute for: “Extremely ancient; belonging to a very remote period.”
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AntiquatedB
MedievalC
AntediluvianD
ObsoleteQuestion 257
Comprehension
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word: LUMINOUS
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GloomyB
MurkyC
OpaqueD
ResplendentQuestion 258
Comprehension
Choose the correct meaning of idiom: To chew over an idea
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Eat noisilyB
Wander aimlessly in thoughtC
Think deeply and repeatedlyD
Prepare aggressively for conflictQuestion 259
Comprehension
Choose the correct one-word substitute for: “A person who advocates reform or improvement.”
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TraditionalistB
ReactionaryC
ReformerD
AbsolutistQuestion 260
Comprehension
Rearrange the following sentences in correct order to make a logical passage. 1. The plan is approved after consent from all partners. 2. First, a preliminary outline is drafted. 3. Then modifications are made after consultations. 4. Finally, implementation starts according to schedule.
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2-3-1-4B
1-3-2-4C
3-2-1-4D
2-1-3-4Question 261
Comprehension
Rearrange the following sentences to form a coherent paragraph: 1. A core concept in this paradigm is the “class,” which serves as a template for creating objects. 2. Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) is a paradigm built around “objects,” which contain data as well as methods. 3. This enables a developer to define the structure and behavior of programs in an object-based manner . 4. A key benefit is that it mirrors real-world entities, making large systems easier to maintain and debug.
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2, 1, 3, 4B
4, 3, 2, 1C
3, 1, 4, 2D
1, 2, 3, 4Question 262
Comprehension
Find the part of the sentence that contains an error: Seldom had the tribunal entertained an appeal (1)/ so lacking in substance, nor so plainly designed (2)/ to invite publicity rather than justice. (3)/ No error (4)/
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(1)B
(2)C
(3)D
(4)Question 263
Comprehension
Change the following from active to passive: They were broadcasting the match at 8 pm.
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The match is broadcast at 8 pm.B
The match was broadcast at 8 pm.C
The match was being broadcast at 8 pm.D
The match has been broadcast at 8 pm.Question 264
Comprehension
Choose the correct option: The sociologist’s conclusions were so contentious that they were initially ____.
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dismissedB
applaudedC
endorsedD
implementedQuestion 265
Comprehension
Find the part of the sentence that contains an error: The revised guideline states (1)/ that every employee must comply with (2)/ the conduct policy (3)/ regardless of their designation. (4)/
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(1)B
(2)C
(3)D
(4)Question 266
Comprehension
Convert the sentence provided below from its passive voice structure to an active voice structure: A decision has been made to get the manuscript reviewed by an external committee.
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An external committee has reviewed the manuscript.B
The manuscript is being reviewed by an external committee.C
They have decided to get the manuscript reviewed by an external committee.D
The manuscript was reviewed by the committee as per the decision.Question 267
Comprehension
Choose the most suitable option to replace the highlighted part of the sentence: She is confident to clear the interview.
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of to clear the interviewB
that she clears the interviewC
of clearing the interviewD
on clearing interviewQuestion 268
Comprehension
What concern does the passage raise about Yoga’s worldwide popularity? Read the following passage and answer the questions based on the passage: India’s heritage of wellness traditions —seen in Yoga, Ayurveda, Siddha, and Unani —forms a layered blend of philosophy, physiology, and metaphysical thought. Rather than remaining frozen in time, these systems have continuously adapted, negotiating their pl ace within local practice and global health conversations. Central to this worldview is the belief that the body is not merely a biological machine but a field of interlinked rhythms and energies. Yoga, shaped by Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, is not simply a set of postures; it is a comprehensive discipline intended to align body, mind, and consciousness. In contemporary settings, however, Yoga has often been commercialized, especially outside India, where its philosophical grounding is frequently reduced to fitness routines or stress-management tools. While this shift has expanded global appeal, it also triggers concerns about cultural appropriation and loss of intellectual depth. Ayurveda views illness as an imbalance of the tridosha—vata, pitta, and kapha—forces said to govern bodily function. It emphasizes prakriti (constitution), ahara (diet), and dinacharya (daily regimen) as pillars of preventive care. Unlike allopathy’s symptom-focused interventions, Indian traditional medicine aims to restore equilibrium within the body’s internal ecology. This approach resonates with modern interest in personalized, preventive medicine, though the biomedical community often remains skeptical due to differences in method and proof. Government support for AYUSH reflects renewed institutional attention, yet critics warn against unquestioning promotion, pointing to limited standardized clinical trials, inconsistency in diagnostic frameworks, and difficulties in evidence -based validation. Moreover, commercial packaging of Ayurvedic products can marginalize traditional knowledge holders, turning living traditions into market commodities. The relationship between these systems and modern healthcare is therefore both hopeful and complex. Integrative models—especially in chronic care, mental health, and palliative support—may work, but they require epistemic humility and strict regulation. The risk lies in eit her glorifying these traditions as cure-alls or dismissing them as unscientific leftovers. Their future relevance depends on preserving philosophical depth while applying transparent, rigorous scrutiny, through dialogue rather than extremes.
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Lack of studiosB
Dilution of its philosophical foundationC
Shortage of practitionersD
Excess control by Indian agenciesQuestion 269
Comprehension
Which option best represents the Ayurvedic view of illness, as discussed? Read the following passage and answer the questions based on the passage: India’s heritage of wellness traditions —seen in Yoga, Ayurveda, Siddha, and Unani —forms a layered blend of philosophy, physiology, and metaphysical thought. Rather than remaining frozen in time, these systems have continuously adapted, negotiating their pl ace within local practice and global health conversations. Central to this worldview is the belief that the body is not merely a biological machine but a field of interlinked rhythms and energies. Yoga, shaped by Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, is not simply a set of postures; it is a comprehensive discipline intended to align body, mind, and consciousness. In contemporary settings, however, Yoga has often been commercialized, especially outside India, where its philosophical grounding is frequently reduced to fitness routines or stress-management tools. While this shift has expanded global appeal, it also triggers concerns about cultural appropriation and loss of intellectual depth. Ayurveda views illness as an imbalance of the tridosha—vata, pitta, and kapha—forces said to govern bodily function. It emphasizes prakriti (constitution), ahara (diet), and dinacharya (daily regimen) as pillars of preventive care. Unlike allopathy’s symptom-focused interventions, Indian traditional medicine aims to restore equilibrium within the body’s internal ecology. This approach resonates with modern interest in personalized, preventive medicine, though the biomedical community often remains skeptical due to differences in method and proof. Government support for AYUSH reflects renewed institutional attention, yet critics warn against unquestioning promotion, pointing to limited standardized clinical trials, inconsistency in diagnostic frameworks, and difficulties in evidence -based validation. Moreover, commercial packaging of Ayurvedic products can marginalize traditional knowledge holders, turning living traditions into market commodities. The relationship between these systems and modern healthcare is therefore both hopeful and complex. Integrative models—especially in chronic care, mental health, and palliative support—may work, but they require epistemic humility and strict regulation. The risk lies in either glorifying these traditions as cure -alls or dismissing them as unscientific leftovers. Their future relevance depends on preserving philosophical depth while applying transparent, rigorous scrutiny, through dialogue rather than extremes.
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Destroying pathogens through antibioticsB
Using synthetic drugs for instant reliefC
Rebalancing the body through lifestyle and routineD
Correcting genetic defects directlyQuestion 270
Comprehension
What risk linked to institutional promotion of AYUSH is mentioned in the passage? Read the following passage and answer the questions based on the passage: India’s heritage of wellness traditions —seen in Yoga, Ayurveda, Siddha, and Unani —forms a layered blend of philosophy, physiology, and metaphysical thought. Rather than remaining frozen in time, these systems have continuously adapted, negotiating their pl ace within local practice and global health conversations. Central to this worldview is the belief that the body is not merely a biological machine but a field of interlinked rhythms and energies. Yoga, shaped by Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, is not simply a set of postures; it is a comprehensive discipline intended to align body, mind, and consciousness. In contemporary settings, however, Yoga has often been commercialized, especially outside India, where its philosophical grounding is frequently reduced to fitness routines or stress-management tools. While this shift has expanded global appeal, it also triggers concerns about cultural appropriation and loss of intellectual depth. Ayurveda views illness as an imbalance of the tridosha—vata, pitta, and kapha—forces said to govern bodily function. It emphasizes prakriti (constitution), ahara (diet), and dinacharya (daily regimen) as pillars of preventive care. Unlike allopathy’s symptom-focused interventions, Indian traditional medicine aims to restore equilibrium within the body’s internal ecology. This approach resonates with modern interest in personalized, preventive medicine, though the biomedical community often remains skeptical due to differences in method and proof. Government support for AYUSH reflects renewed institutional attention, yet critics warn against unquestioning promotion, pointing to limited standardized clinical trials, inconsistency in diagnostic frameworks, and difficulties in evidence -based validation. Moreover, commercial packaging of Ayurvedic products can marginalize traditional knowledge holders, turning living traditions into market commodities. The relationship between these systems and modern healthcare is therefore both hopeful and complex. Integrative models—especially in chronic care, mental health, and palliative support—may work, but they require epistemic humility and strict regulation. The risk lies in either glorifying these traditions as cure -alls or dismissing them as unscientific leftovers. Their future relevance depends on preserving philosophical depth while applying transparent, rigorous scrutiny, through dialogue rather than extremes.
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Rising production costsB
Increased rural joblessnessC
Traditional knowledge holders being sidelinedD
Dependence on foreign investorsQuestion 271
Comprehension
What position does the author take regarding combining traditional medicine with modern healthcare? Read the following passage and answer the questions based on the passage: India’s heritage of wellness traditions —seen in Yoga, Ayurveda, Siddha, and Unani —forms a layered blend of philosophy, physiology, and metaphysical thought. Rather than remaining frozen in time, these systems have continuously adapted, negotiating their pl ace within local practice and global health conversations. Central to this worldview is the belief that the body is not merely a biological machine but a field of interlinked rhythms and energies. Yoga, shaped by Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, is not simply a set of postures; it is a comprehensive discipline intended to align body, mind, and consciousness. In contemporary settings, however, Yoga has often been commercialized, especially outside India, where its philosophical grounding is frequently reduced to fitness routines or stress-management tools. While this shift has expanded global appeal, it also triggers concerns about cultural appropriation and loss of intellectual depth. Ayurveda views illness as an imbalance of the tridosha—vata, pitta, and kapha—forces said to govern bodily function. It emphasizes prakriti (constitution), ahara (diet), and dinacharya (daily regimen) as pillars of preventive care. Unlike allopathy’s symptom-focused interventions, Indian traditional medicine aims to restore equilibrium within the body’s internal ecology. This approach resonates with modern interest in personalized, preventive medicine, though the biomedical community often remains skeptical due to differences in method and proof. Government support for AYUSH reflects renewed institutional attention, yet critics warn against unquestioning promotion, pointing to limited standardized clinical trials, inconsistency in diagnostic frameworks, and difficulties in evidence -based validation. Moreover, commercial packaging of Ayurvedic products can marginalize traditional knowledge holders, turning living traditions into market commodities. The relationship between these systems and modern healthcare is therefore both hopeful and complex. Integrative models—especially in chronic care, mental health, and palliative support—may work, but they require epistemic humility and strict regulation. The risk lies in either glorifying these traditions as cure -alls or dismissing them as unscientific leftovers. Their future relevance depends on preserving philosophical depth while applying transparent, rigorous scrutiny, through dialogue rather than extremes.
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Traditional systems should replace allopathyB
Modern medicine must reject traditionC
Integration can work with humility and regulationD
Both should remain strictly separateQuestion 272
Comprehension
. According to the passage, what is essential for the continued relevance of Yoga and traditional medicine in India? Read the following passage and answer the questions based on the passage: India’s heritage of wellness traditions —seen in Yoga, Ayurveda, Siddha, and Unani —forms a layered blend of philosophy, physiology, and metaphysical thought. Rather than remaining frozen in time, these systems have continuously adapted, negotiating their pl ace within local practice and global health conversations. Central to this worldview is the belief that the body is not merely a biological machine but a field of interlinked rhythms and energies. Yoga, shaped by Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, is not simply a set of postures; it is a comprehensive discipline intended to align body, mind, and consciousness. In contemporary settings, however, Yoga has often been commercialized, especially outside India, where its philosophical grounding is frequently reduced to fitness routines or stress-management tools. While this shift has expanded global appeal, it also triggers concerns about cultural appropriation and loss of intellectual depth. Ayurveda views illness as an imbalance of the tridosha—vata, pitta, and kapha—forces said to govern bodily function. It emphasizes prakriti (constitution), ahara (diet), and dinacharya (daily regimen) as pillars of preventive care. Unlike allopathy’s symptom-focused interventions, Indian traditional medicine aims to restore equilibrium within the body’s internal ecology. This approach resonates with modern interest in personalized, preventive medicine, though the biomedical community often remains skeptical due to differences in method and proof. Government support for AYUSH reflects renewed institutional attention, yet critics warn against unquestioning promotion, pointing to limited standardized clinical trials, inconsistency in diagnostic frameworks, and difficulties in evidence -based validation. Moreover, commercial packaging of Ayurvedic products can marginalize traditional knowledge holders, turning living traditions into market commodities. The relationship between these systems and modern healthcare is therefore both hopeful and complex. Integrative models—especially in chronic care, mental health, and palliative support—may work, but they require epistemic humility and strict regulation. The risk lies in either glorifying these traditions as cure -alls or dismissing them as unscientific leftovers. Their future relevance depends on preserving philosophical depth while applying transparent, rigorous scrutiny, through dialogue rather than extremes.
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Unquestioning patriotismB
Complete scientific dismissalC
A dialogic integration of tradition and modernityD
Reliance only on foreign approvalQuestion 273
Comprehension
Choose the correct spelling of a word meaning "light, witty talk or banter ."
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PersiflageB
PersiflaigeC
PersiphlegeD
PersiflageeQuestion 274
Comprehension
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. The researcher said, “We have been observing this phenomenon for months.”
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The researcher said they had been observing that phenomenon for months.B
The researcher said they have been observing this phenomenon for months.C
The researcher said that they were observing that phenomenon.D
The researcher said that we had observed this phenomenon.Question 275
Comprehension
Select the sentence containing the homonym of the highlighted word: The bishop denounced the act as simony, citing church law.
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The cleric was charged with simony for selling sacred offices.B
Historians noted that simony corrupted many medieval appointments.C
The chemist measured the simony of the compound under pressure.D
Simony was condemned repeatedly by reform councils.