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Q.151
Easy
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The _______ of the ancient manuscript revealed fascinating historical insights.
A
destruction
B
decipherment
C
disposition
D
dismissal
Correct Answer:
B. decipherment
Explanation:
Decipherment means decoding or interpreting something unclear. It logically leads to 'revealed insights'.
Q.152
Easy
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His _______ remarks during the meeting offended several colleagues present.
A
judicious
B
perspicacious
C
acrimonious
D
magnanimous
Correct Answer:
C. acrimonious
Explanation:
Acrimonious means bitter or harsh. It's the only word that logically fits with 'offended colleagues'.
Q.153
Easy
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The new government's _______ approach to digital transformation has revolutionized public service delivery across multiple sectors.
A
pragmatic
B
obsolete
C
indifferent
D
chaotic
Correct Answer:
A. pragmatic
Explanation:
Pragmatic means practical and realistic, fitting the context of effective government reform.
Q.154
Easy
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The climate summit of 2024 demonstrated nations' _______ commitment to reducing carbon emissions by 2030.
A
superficial
B
genuine
C
nominal
D
dubious
Correct Answer:
B. genuine
Explanation:
Genuine indicates authentic commitment, contrasting with superficial or nominal efforts.
Q.155
Easy
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The judicial system's _______ in resolving cases has led to a severe _______ in the courts.
A
efficiency; congestion
B
delay; backlog
C
swiftness; prosperity
D
complacency; advancement
Correct Answer:
B. delay; backlog
Explanation:
Delay causes a backlog, establishing a clear cause-and-effect relationship.
Q.156
Easy
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The pandemic's economic impact was so _______ that recovery remains _______.
A
minor; swift
B
devastating; protracted
C
temporary; immediate
D
limited; expedited
Correct Answer:
B. devastating; protracted
Explanation:
Devastating impact logically correlates with protracted recovery time.
Q.157
Easy
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The government's _______ policies on renewable energy have _______ the nation's dependence on fossil fuels.
A
ambiguous; increased
B
progressive; reduced
C
conservative; accelerated
D
vacillating; stabilized
Correct Answer:
B. progressive; reduced
Explanation:
Progressive policies logically reduce fossil fuel dependence.
Q.158
Easy
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The philanthropist's _______ contributions to education have had a _______ impact on underprivileged communities across India.
A
negligible; minimal
B
substantial; transformative
C
modest; tremendous
D
limited; profound
Correct Answer:
B. substantial; transformative
Explanation:
Substantial contributions logically have transformative impact.
Q.159
Easy
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The startup's _______ approach to artificial intelligence has disrupted traditional sectors, attracting billions in investment.
A
innovative
B
redundant
C
archaic
D
obsolete
Correct Answer:
A. innovative
Explanation:
The context indicates positive disruption and investment attraction, which aligns with 'innovative' rather than outdated or unnecessary approaches.
Q.160
Easy
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The Supreme Court's _______ verdict on digital privacy rights has significant implications for data protection laws across India.
A
ambiguous
B
landmark
C
provisional
D
tentative
Correct Answer:
B. landmark
Explanation:
'Landmark' indicates a significant, precedent-setting decision, which aligns with 'significant implications' mentioned in the sentence.
