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Question 1
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Directions: Read the following passage and answer the question given below it.

Today the import duty on a complete machine is 35% for all practical purpose, whereas the import duty on raw materials and components ranges between 40-85%. The story does not end here. After paying such high import duties on component, once a machine is made, it suffers excise duty from 5% to 10% (including on the customs duty already paid). At the time of sale, the machine tools suffer further taxation, i.e. central sales tax or State sales taxes which range from 4% to 16%. This much for the tax angle. Another factor, which pushes the cost of manufacture of machine tools, is the very high rate of interest payable to banks ranging up to 22%, as against 4%-7% prevailing in advanced countries.

The production of machine tools in India being not of the same scale as it is in other countries, the price which India's machine tool builders have to pay for components is more or less based on pattern of high pricing applicable to the prices of spares. The above represents only a few of the extraneous reasons for the high cost of Indian machines.

The machines tool industry in India has an enviable record of very quick technology absorption, assimilation and development. There are a number of success stories about how machine tool builders were of help at the most critical times. It will be a pity, in fact a tragedy, if we allow this industry to die and disappear from the scene.

It is to be noted that India is at least 6,000 km away from any dependable source of supply of machine tools. The Government of India has always given a great deal of importance to the development of small scale and medium scale industries. This industry has also performed pretty well. Today, they are in need of help from India's machine tool industry to enable them to produce quality components at reduced costs. Is it anybody's case that the needs of the fragile sector (which needs tender care) will be met from 6,000 km away?

Then, what is it that the industry request from the Government? It wants a level playing field. In fact, all of us must have a deep introspection and recognise the fact that the machine tool industry has a very special place in the country from the point of strategic and vital interest of the nation. Most important, it requests for the Government's consideration and understanding.

If the banks' rate of interest in India is made at par with that in advanced countries, the cost of manufacturing of machine tools

A
may go up by about 4 to 7%

B
may increase by about 22%

C
may decrease by about 4 to 7%

D
may decrease by about 15 to 18%

Solution

Banks' rate of interest in India = 22%

Banks' rate of interest in advanced countries = 4 - 7%

Difference between the two = 15 - 18%

Therefore, decrease in cost of manufacturing tools = 15 - 18%
Question 2
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Directions For Questions

Directions: In the given passage, there are words/groups of words highlighted in bold and underlined. You have to decide if the word/group of words given is correct (in terms of grammar and context). If not, find out the appropriate word/group of words from the given options. In case, the suggested word/group of words is correct, mark the option 'The given word(s) is/are correct' as your answer.

Good manners __(i)__ stand next to a good heart in adapting men and women to the community in which they live. Indeed, so far as the __(ii)__ mind of ordinary society matters, good manners go further, for however gifted by nature or education one maybe, or however well-intentioned and __(iii)__ benefitting in conduct, if he is __(iv)__ unknown of the customs and requirements of good society, is awkward or __(v)__ looking bad in manner, careless in speech, and heedless of social demands, and even of the arbitrary dictates of fashion, he risks exposing himself to __(vi)__, joke and may be __(vii)__ disabled or condemned, while men far below him in character and ability, but with superior knowledge of correct social deportment, may become the admired favourites of the world. In short, it may be said that success in life often depends far more on appearance and deportment than on __(viii)__ domestic character.

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Choose the word for (v).

A
rustic

B
considerate

C
ungraceful

D
pensive

Solution

'Rustic' is used to denote rural lifestyle and is out of context here. 'Considerate' is a positive word and unfit to be paired with 'awkward' in the context. 'Pensive' is also inappropriate as per the context. Therefore, 'ungraceful' is the correct answer.
Question 3
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Directions: Read the following passage and answer the question given below it.

Today the import duty on a complete machine is 35% for all practical purpose, whereas the import duty on raw materials and components ranges between 40-85%. The story does not end here. After paying such high import duties on component, once a machine is made, it suffers excise duty from 5% to 10% (including on the customs duty already paid). At the time of sale, the machine tools suffer further taxation, i.e. central sales tax or State sales taxes which range from 4% to 16%. This much for the tax angle. Another factor, which pushes the cost of manufacture of machine tools, is the very high rate of interest payable to banks ranging up to 22%, as against 4%-7% prevailing in advanced countries.

The production of machine tools in India being not of the same scale as it is in other countries, the price which India's machine tool builders have to pay for components is more or less based on pattern of high pricing applicable to the prices of spares. The above represents only a few of the extraneous reasons for the high cost of Indian machines.

The machines tool industry in India has an enviable record of very quick technology absorption, assimilation and development. There are a number of success stories about how machine tool builders were of help at the most critical times. It will be a pity, in fact a tragedy, if we allow this industry to die and disappear from the scene.

It is to be noted that India is at least 6,000 km away from any dependable source of supply of machine tools. The Government of India has always given a great deal of importance to the development of small scale and medium scale industries. This industry has also performed pretty well. Today, they are in need of help from India's machine tool industry to enable them to produce quality components at reduced costs. Is it anybody's case that the needs of the fragile sector (which needs tender care) will be met from 6,000 km away?

Then, what is it that the industry request from the Government? It wants a level playing field. In fact, all of us must have a deep introspection and recognise the fact that the machine tool industry has a very special place in the country from the point of strategic and vital interest of the nation. Most important, it requests for the Government's consideration and understanding.

According to the passage, assembling imported components into machine proves ultimately

A
time saving than importing complete machinery

B
more cost-effective than importing machine

C
costlier than importing machine

D
at par with the cost of imported machine

Solution

The first passage gives complete explanation about different kinds of taxes levied on both imported machines and those assembled from imported components. A quick glance of figures gives evidence that choice (3) is correct. "Today the import duty on a complete machine is 35% for all practical purpose, whereas the import duty on raw materials and components ranges from 40-85%...."
Question 4
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Directions: Select the phrase(s)/connector(s) from the given three options (A), (B) and (C) which can be used to form a single sentence from the two sentences given below, implying the same meaning as expressed in the statement sentences.

I. Indian personal laws are based on Hindu and Islamic laws.

II. But they have an English influence.

(A) Having been

(B) Though they

(C) Apart from

A
Only (A)

B
Only (B)

C
Only (C)

D
None of these

Solution

The sentences show a contrast; refer to the keyword 'but'. Option (2) is the correct answer because by using it, the complete sentence can show the same contrast –"Though Indian personal laws are based on Hindu and Islamic laws, they have an English influence."
Question 5
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Directions: Select the phrase(s)/connector(s) from the given three options (A), (B) and (C) which can be used to form a single sentence from the two sentences given below, implying the same meaning as expressed in the statement sentences.

I. He told us about planting a seed that can grow to become a tree.

II. He helped us to understand patience, faith and diligence.

(A) Although he told

(B) By telling

(C) Due to his talk

A
Only (A)

B
Only (B)

C
Only (C)

D
None of these

Solution

Option 2 is the correct answer as the complete sentence will be -"By telling us about planting a seed that can grow to become a tree, he helped us to understand patience, faith and diligence."
Question 6
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Directions For Questions

Directions: In the given passage, there are words/groups of words highlighted in bold and underlined. You have to decide if the word/group of words given is correct (in terms of grammar and context). If not, find out the appropriate word/group of words from the given options. In case, the suggested word/group of words is correct, mark the option 'The given word(s) is/are correct' as your answer.

Good manners __(i)__ stand next to a good heart in adapting men and women to the community in which they live. Indeed, so far as the __(ii)__ mind of ordinary society matters, good manners go further, for however gifted by nature or education one maybe, or however well-intentioned and __(iii)__ benefitting in conduct, if he is __(iv)__ unknown of the customs and requirements of good society, is awkward or __(v)__ looking bad in manner, careless in speech, and heedless of social demands, and even of the arbitrary dictates of fashion, he risks exposing himself to __(vi)__, joke and may be __(vii)__ disabled or condemned, while men far below him in character and ability, but with superior knowledge of correct social deportment, may become the admired favourites of the world. In short, it may be said that success in life often depends far more on appearance and deportment than on __(viii)__ domestic character.

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Choose the word for (iv).

A
aware

B
respectful

C
ignorant

D
adapted

Solution

The context (awkward ... looking bad in manner, careless in speech, and heedless of social demands, and even of the arbitrary dictates of fashion) suggests that the word in the blank presents a negative connotation. So, only 3 fits.
Question 7
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Directions For Questions

Directions: In the given passage, there are words/groups of words highlighted in bold and underlined. You have to decide if the word/group of words given is correct (in terms of grammar and context). If not, find out the appropriate word/group of words from the given options. In case, the suggested word/group of words is correct, mark the option 'The given word(s) is/are correct' as your answer.

Good manners __(i)__ stand next to a good heart in adapting men and women to the community in which they live. Indeed, so far as the __(ii)__ mind of ordinary society matters, good manners go further, for however gifted by nature or education one maybe, or however well-intentioned and __(iii)__ benefitting in conduct, if he is __(iv)__ unknown of the customs and requirements of good society, is awkward or __(v)__ looking bad in manner, careless in speech, and heedless of social demands, and even of the arbitrary dictates of fashion, he risks exposing himself to __(vi)__, joke and may be __(vii)__ disabled or condemned, while men far below him in character and ability, but with superior knowledge of correct social deportment, may become the admired favourites of the world. In short, it may be said that success in life often depends far more on appearance and deportment than on __(viii)__ domestic character.

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Choose the word for (ii).

A
thoughts

B
outlook

C
opinion

D
vision

Solution

Here, the sentence refers to what the ordinary society thinks about good manners. 'Thoughts' is grammatically incorrect with 'matters'. The other options, except 'opinion', don't convey the required sense.
Question 8
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Directions: In the given passage, there are words/groups of words highlighted in bold and underlined. You have to decide if the word/group of words given is correct (in terms of grammar and context). If not, find out the appropriate word/group of words from the given options. In case, the suggested word/group of words is correct, mark the option 'The given word(s) is/are correct' as your answer.

Good manners __(i)__ stand next to a good heart in adapting men and women to the community in which they live. Indeed, so far as the __(ii)__ mind of ordinary society matters, good manners go further, for however gifted by nature or education one maybe, or however well-intentioned and __(iii)__ benefitting in conduct, if he is __(iv)__ unknown of the customs and requirements of good society, is awkward or __(v)__ looking bad in manner, careless in speech, and heedless of social demands, and even of the arbitrary dictates of fashion, he risks exposing himself to __(vi)__, joke and may be __(vii)__ disabled or condemned, while men far below him in character and ability, but with superior knowledge of correct social deportment, may become the admired favourites of the world. In short, it may be said that success in life often depends far more on appearance and deportment than on __(viii)__ domestic character.

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Choose the word for (vi).

A
abhorrence

B
ridicule

C
hatred

D
flattery

Solution

A person who is awkward in manner, careless in speech or not concerned with fashion is not hated but ridiculed (option 5 - ridicule). 'Abhorrence' and 'hatred' are too extreme in this context. 'Flattery' is opposite in meaning to the required word here.
Question 9
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Directions: In the given passage, there are words/groups of words highlighted in bold and underlined. You have to decide if the word/group of words given is correct (in terms of grammar and context). If not, find out the appropriate word/group of words from the given options. In case, the suggested word/group of words is correct, mark the option 'The given word(s) is/are correct' as your answer.

Good manners __(i)__ stand next to a good heart in adapting men and women to the community in which they live. Indeed, so far as the __(ii)__ mind of ordinary society matters, good manners go further, for however gifted by nature or education one maybe, or however well-intentioned and __(iii)__ benefitting in conduct, if he is __(iv)__ unknown of the customs and requirements of good society, is awkward or __(v)__ looking bad in manner, careless in speech, and heedless of social demands, and even of the arbitrary dictates of fashion, he risks exposing himself to __(vi)__, joke and may be __(vii)__ disabled or condemned, while men far below him in character and ability, but with superior knowledge of correct social deportment, may become the admired favourites of the world. In short, it may be said that success in life often depends far more on appearance and deportment than on __(viii)__ domestic character.

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Choose the word for(viii).

A
behavioural

B
indigenous

C
innate

D
intuitive

Solution

The given word should have a contrast to 'appearance', which means 'outward show'. 'Innate', which means 'inborn or natural', is the correct answer here.
Question 10
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Directions: Read the following passage and answer the question given below it.

Today the import duty on a complete machine is 35% for all practical purpose, whereas the import duty on raw materials and components ranges between 40-85%. The story does not end here. After paying such high import duties on component, once a machine is made, it suffers excise duty from 5% to 10% (including on the customs duty already paid). At the time of sale, the machine tools suffer further taxation, i.e. central sales tax or State sales taxes which range from 4% to 16%. This much for the tax angle. Another factor, which pushes the cost of manufacture of machine tools, is the very high rate of interest payable to banks ranging up to 22%, as against 4%-7% prevailing in advanced countries.

The production of machine tools in India being not of the same scale as it is in other countries, the price which India's machine tool builders have to pay for components is more or less based on pattern of high pricing applicable to the prices of spares. The above represents only a few of the extraneous reasons for the high cost of Indian machines.

The machines tool industry in India has an enviable record of very quick technology absorption, assimilation and development. There are a number of success stories about how machine tool builders were of help at the most critical times. It will be a pity, in fact a tragedy, if we allow this industry to die and disappear from the scene.

It is to be noted that India is at least 6,000 km away from any dependable source of supply of machine tools. The Government of India has always given a great deal of importance to the development of small scale and medium scale industries. This industry has also performed pretty well. Today, they are in need of help from India's machine tool industry to enable them to produce quality components at reduced costs. Is it anybody's case that the needs of the fragile sector (which needs tender care) will be met from 6,000 km away?

Then, what is it that the industry request from the Government? It wants a level playing field. In fact, all of us must have a deep introspection and recognise the fact that the machine tool industry has a very special place in the country from the point of strategic and vital interest of the nation. Most important, it requests for the Government's consideration and understanding.

The disparity in the quantum of machine production in India and that in the other countries leads to

A
the necessity to export the machine from India to other countries

B
lethargy in the process of absorption and assimilation of new technology

C
a need to pay higher for components and spares

D
overproduction of machines as compared to the actual need

Solution

The line "the price which India`s machine tool builders have to pay for components is more or less based on pattern of high pricing…" appropriately displays the idea that disparity shall load to a need to pay higher for components and spares. This is the solution available in option (3). All the other options available do not address to the statement in the question.

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Question 1

may go up by about 4 to 7%

may increase by about 22%

may decrease by about 4 to 7%

may decrease by about 15 to 18%

Solution

Question 2

rustic

considerate

ungraceful

pensive

Solution

Question 3

time saving than importing complete machinery

more cost-effective than importing machine

costlier than importing machine

at par with the cost of imported machine

Solution

Question 4

Only (A)

Only (B)

Only (C)

None of these

Solution

Question 5

Only (A)

Only (B)

Only (C)

None of these

Solution

Question 6

aware

respectful

ignorant

adapted

Solution

Question 7

thoughts

outlook

opinion

vision

Solution

Question 8

abhorrence

ridicule

hatred

flattery

Solution

Question 9

behavioural

indigenous

innate

intuitive

Solution

Question 10

the necessity to export the machine from India to other countries

lethargy in the process of absorption and assimilation of new technology

a need to pay higher for components and spares

overproduction of machines as compared to the actual need

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