NABARD Assistant Manager Grade 'A' Mock Test - 4 - Bank Exams MCQ

Read the following information carefully and answer the questions given below.

Twelve friends are seated along the two rows - (such that facing each other.) and they all likes different flowers. Om, Prem, Lalit, Ria, Suraj and Tania are seated in first row and facing south. Urvi, Viraj, Ganu, Jai, Yatin and Zeenat are seated in second row and facing north.

(i) Om likes Rose flower and faces the one who likes Lotus. Viraj is on the immediate right of Jai who is facing Om. Viraj, Suraj, and Prem like daisy, Dahlia and Tulip flower respectively.

(ii) Ria is on the immediate right of Om. Urvi, Ganu, Tania and Lalit are at extreme ends and nobody is seated on the right of Tania. Ganu and Urvi like Pansy and Lily respectively. Urvi sits with the one who likes Orchid flower.

(iii) Only Zeenat is seated between Urvi and Yatin and he is not facing Prem. Yatin and Ria likes Hibiscus and Flax flower respectively. Viraj is on the immediate left of Ganu.

(iv) The one who sits extreme left of row 1 likes Jasmine and the one who sits at another end in same row likes Balsam flower.

Q. Which of the following pair sits at the extreme ends of row 2?

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Eight children A, B, C, D, E, F, G and H live in an eight-floor building. Each of them has 2, 3, 5, 7, 15, 20, 21 and 22 caps of different types but not necessarily in the same order. Floor 1 is the ground floor and 8 is the topmost floor. B lives on the topmost floor and E on the ground floor and one of them has 20 caps and other one have 7. A have a number of caps which is the product of two odd prime numbers but greater than 20 and lives on a floor which is third from the top. D lives above A and doesn't have the least number of caps. F lives exactly between A and G. Child living at floor number 5 have the same number of caps as his floor number. Children living on the odd-numbered floor have caps in a prime number. H lives above C. G live on floor number 2 and don't have caps which are a multiple of 11.

Q. How many caps do H have?

Study the following information to answer the given questions.

There are seven members of a family of three generations and two are married couples. A is the father-in-law of G. C is the only son of B. There are two children of D, who is married to brother-in-law of C. E is not the son of G. F is the grandson of the husband of B.

Q. Who is the maternal grandmother of E?

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Eight children A, B, C, D, E, F, G and H live in an eight-floor building. Each of them has 2, 3, 5, 7, 15, 20, 21 and 22 caps of different types but not necessarily in the same order. Floor 1 is the ground floor and 8 is the topmost floor. B lives on the topmost floor and E on the ground floor and one of them has 20 caps and other one have 7. A have a number of caps which is the product of two odd prime numbers but greater than 20 and lives on a floor which is third from the top. D lives above A and doesn't have the least number of caps. F lives exactly between A and G. Child living at floor number 5 have the same number of caps as his floor number. Children living on the odd-numbered floor have caps in a prime number. H lives above C. G live on floor number 2 and don't have caps which are a multiple of 11.

Q. Who doesn't live below A?

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There are seven members of a family of three generations and two are married couples. A is the father-in-law of G. C is the only son of B. There are two children of D, who is married to brother-in-law of C. E is not the son of G. F is the grandson of the husband of B.

Q. How is C related to E?

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There are seven members in the family P, Q, R, S, T, U, and V. P is the only son of U and brother of R. S is the father-in-law of R. T is the only daughter of R. V is the son of Q who is the grandmother of T. U is the maternal grandfather of T and father-in-law of V.

Q. How is P related to T?

In each question below are given some statements followed by some conclusions. You have to take the given statements to be true even if they seem to be at variance with commonly known facts. Read all the conclusions and then decide which of the given conclusions logically follows from the given statements, disregarding commonly known facts:

Statements:

All dogs are cats

Only a few rat is cat

No parrot is dog

Conclusions:

I. Some parrots are cats is a possibility.

II. All dogs are rats is a possibility.

In the following question assuming the given statements to be true, find which conclusion among the given conclusions is/are definitely true and then give your answers accordingly.

Statements; S ? T > X = U ; V ? U > W > R

Conclusions;

I. T > U

II. U > R

In each question below are given some statements followed by some conclusions. You have to take the given statements to be true even if they seem to be at variance with commonly known facts. Read all the conclusions and then decide which of the given conclusions logically follows from the given statements, disregarding commonly known facts:

Statements:

Only steel is gold

No silver is steel

No iron is silver

Conclusions:

I. Some steels are irons.

II. All irons are gold is a possibility.

Study the following information carefully to answer the given questions:

A ? B means A is to the right of B at a distance of 5m

A * B means A is to the north of B at a distance of 5m

A + B means A is to the left of B at a distance of 5m

A % B means A is to the south of B at a distance of 5m

Q. P % Q + R * S, what would be the direction of S with respect to P?

Study the following information and answer the given question.

Each of the six stores A, B, C, D, E and F sold different number of books in one day. Only three stores sold less books than F. A sold more books than C. E did not sell the highest number of books. D sold more books than C and A but less than F. The store which sold the second highest number of books sold 84 books.

Q. How many books did B probably sell?

Study the following information carefully to answer the given questions:

A ? B means A is to the right of B at a distance of 5m

A * B means A is to the north of B at a distance of 5m

A + B means A is to the left of B at a distance of 5m

A % B means A is to the south of B at a distance of 5m

Q. In S ? T % W + V, what will be the total distance person will cover if he wants to reach point V starting from point S?

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Each of the six stores A, B, C, D, E and F sold different number of books in one day. Only three stores sold less books than F. A sold more books than C. E did not sell the highest number of books. D sold more books than C and A but less than F. The store which sold the second highest number of books sold 84 books.

Q. If the total number of books sold by A and E is 130, then how many books did A sell?

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Ten people Tara, Manisha, Manya, Mohit, Kishor, Kiran, Riya, Nidhi, Sunil and Deepika are sitting on Pentagonal shaped table such a way that five people are sitting at the corner of the table, facing inside and remaining five people are sitting on the edges of the table facing outside. The people facing alternatively to each other.

Manya is sitting second to left of Sunil who is sitting immediate right of Tara.Only two persons are sitting between Mohit and Manisha who is sitting at corner of the table. Nidhi is sitting second to left of Manya who is facing outside the table. Riya and Deepika are sitting immediate left to each other. Sunil is sitting second to left of Mohit. Kishor is not a neighbour of Nidhi. Deepika is an immediate neighbour of Manisha.

Q. Who is sitting third to left of Kishor?

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Seven persons P, Q, R, S, T, U and V works in seven different news channel namely ABP News, NDTV, DD News, Zee News, India TV, Times Now and Aaj Tak, They also goes for a vacation on different days of the week from Monday to Sunday to different countries viz.- USA, UK, Thailand, China, Bhutan, Singapore and Dubai but not necessarily in the same order.

(i)R does not go for a vacation on Tuesday and works in ABP News. V goes for a vacation on Monday but does not work in DD News and Aaj Tak. U works in India TV and goes for a vacation on Friday. The one who works in ABP News goes Bhutan.

(ii) Q works in Zee News and goes for a vacation on Wednesday. Two people goes for a vacation on the days between the days on which the one who goes to Bhutan and the one who goes to Singapore.

(iii) S, who goes to Singapore does not work in ABP News or DD News and goes for a vacation on the next day of the day on which T goes, who works in Times Now.

(iv) The one who goes to China goes on the day just before the day on which R goes and three people goes for a vacation on the days between the days on which the one who goes to USA and the one who goes to Dubai.

(v) The one who goes to UK goes for a vacation just before the day on which the one who goes to USA. The one who goes to Thailand goes for a vacation after the day on which the person who goes to USA.

Q. Four of the following five are alike in a certain way and hence they form a group. Which one of the following does not belong to that group?

Read the following information carefully and answer the questions.

Ten people Tara, Manisha, Manya, Mohit, Kishor, Kiran, Riya, Nidhi, Sunil and Deepika are sitting on Pentagonal shaped table such a way that five people are sitting at the corner of the table, facing inside and remaining five people are sitting on the edges of the table facing outside. The people facing alternatively to each other.

Manya is sitting second to left of Sunil who is sitting immediate right of Tara.Only two persons are sitting between Mohit and Manisha who is sitting at corner of the table. Nidhi is sitting second to left of Manya who is facing outside the table. Riya and Deepika are sitting immediate left to each other. Sunil is sitting second to left of Mohit. Kishor is not a neighbour of Nidhi. Deepika is an immediate neighbour of Manisha.

Q. Riya is sitting fourth to right of whom among them?

Read the following information and answer the questions that follow:

Seven persons P, Q, R, S, T, U and V works in seven different news channel namely ABP News, NDTV, DD News, Zee News, India TV, Times Now and Aaj Tak, They also goes for a vacation on different days of the week from Monday to Sunday to different countries viz.- USA, UK, Thailand, China, Bhutan, Singapore and Dubai but not necessarily in the same order.

(i)R does not go for a vacation on Tuesday and works in ABP News. V goes for a vacation on Monday but does not work in DD News and Aaj Tak. U works in India TV and goes for a vacation on Friday. The one who works in ABP News goes Bhutan.

(ii) Q works in Zee News and goes for a vacation on Wednesday. Two people goes for a vacation on the days between the days on which the one who goes to Bhutan and the one who goes to Singapore.

(iii) S, who goes to Singapore does not work in ABP News or DD News and goes for a vacation on the next day of the day on which T goes, who works in Times Now.

(iv) The one who goes to China goes on the day just before the day on which R goes and three people goes for a vacation on the days between the days on which the one who goes to USA and the one who goes to Dubai.

(v) The one who goes to UK goes for a vacation just before the day on which the one who goes to USA. The one who goes to Thailand goes for a vacation after the day on which the person who goes to USA.

Q. Which of the following person goes to UK?

Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow by choosing the correct/most appropriate options:

A Russian defence industry delegation will soon travel to India to carry forward long-drawn-out talks for an upgrade of the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) Sukhoi-30 MKI fleet. This proposed upgrade will include better radar, a more potent weapons package, a new cockpit system, and the integration of electronic warfare abilities. Russia is also hopeful that India will move ahead with plans to place an order for an additional 12 Su-30 MKIs to replace the fighter jets it lost to crashes over the years. Further, Moscow hopes to finalise the contract for 21 more MiG-29s meant to firm up the IAF’s depleting fleet strength. While the French-made Rafale is the frontrunner for a mega contract for 114 new fighters that the IAF is looking at, Russia believes it is the only country capable of offering a true Transfer of Technology (ToT) with over 60 per cent Indian content. The IAF is considering the acquisition of 114 fighters through the Make in India route.

“We have, several times, offered our vision of an upgrade programme (Su-30 MKI). It is a continuing discussion and we have put on the table our complete offer. We plan to visit India ____ the near future and have a meaningful discussion on that offer,” Yury Slyusar, CEO of Russia’s United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) said in response to a query by ThePrint at ARMY-2022, an international military exhibition being held here in Moscow. The UAC, a public joint stock company of which the Russian government owns a majority, is the largest manufacturer of aircraft in the country. In June, Russia’s flagship manufacturers, the Sukhoi and MiG aviation companies were merged into the UAC. New Delhi and Moscow have been in talks with each other about an upgrade for the Su-30 MKI, which India first ordered in 1996. The upgraded aircraft, if the proposal is approved, will be known as the Super Sukhoi.

The IAF has more than 160 Su-30 MKIs in its fleet, but talks regarding an upgrade have been stuck due to various issues — with cost being the most basic and important factor owing to the IAF’s plan to also procure 114 new fighters on a limited budget. While the exact numbers are not known, IAF sources have explained that the asking price for an upgrade is too high because it will involve a complete revamp and not just a simple extension of life. While the Su-30 MKI is the IAF’s frontline fighter, it is besieged by numerous issues, among them the inability to carry out electronic warfare and the lack of a more potent weapons system. The integration of about 40 Sukhois with the BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles — which have a range of over 300 kilometres — has, however, been a saving grace. As part of the proposed upgrade, the fighter jet’s N011 Bars passive radar will be replaced with ‘Uttam’, India’s own Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar.

The MKI version is the oldest member of the Su-30 family, which includes the Malaysian Su-30 MKM (2007 model) and the Russian Su-30 SM (2011 model). It is hoped that the upgrade will bring the MKI up to par with the Russian SM, which is equipped with multiple long-range missiles and smart bombs developed as part of Russia’s 2011-2020 State Armament Program for the Su-30 SM. UAC chief Slyusar said talks are also underway between India and Russia for the IAF’s 114 fighter jets programme, adding that the MiG is the only aircraft that can truly offer ToT with 60 per cent indigenous content. He was referring to the MiG-35, which Russia is keen to offer India. Asked about a possible collaboration with New Delhi — given India’s plan to develop its own fifth-generation fighter aircraft called AMCA (Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft) — the top Russian aviation official said that although there is no news on that front, Moscow is ready to collaborate if New Delhi so desires. Asking about the pending order for 12 Su-30 MKI and 21 MiG-29s, Slyusar said it was under consideration by India. Of the 1980s vintage, the jets are no longer in production, but 21 airframes built then remain in Russia. The jets purchased by India will be upgraded to the latest version before they are delivered.

Q. According to the passage, which is the oldest member of the Su-30 family?

Rearrange the following five sentences a, b, c, d and e in the proper sequence to form a meaningful paragraph; then answer the questions given below them.

a) Users can be asked to pay a small price for the protection of vital environmental features, and more areas for nature tourism can also raise revenues.

b) This would ensure that tigers and other animals are not isolated, and can disperse strong genetic traits to other populations.

c) The National Tiger Conservation Authority should insist on modification of existing roads to provide crossings for animals at locations identified in various studies.

d) An assessment by the Wildlife Institute of India states that tigers in at least 26 reserves face the destructive impact of roads and traffic.

e) A more robust approach would be to realign the roads away from all such landscapes.

Q. Which is the LAST sentence of the paragraph?

Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow by choosing the correct/most appropriate options:

A Russian defence industry delegation will soon travel to India to carry forward long-drawn-out talks for an upgrade of the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) Sukhoi-30 MKI fleet. This proposed upgrade will include better radar, a more potent weapons package, a new cockpit system, and the integration of electronic warfare abilities. Russia is also hopeful that India will move ahead with plans to place an order for an additional 12 Su-30 MKIs to replace the fighter jets it lost to crashes over the years. Further, Moscow hopes to finalise the contract for 21 more MiG-29s meant to firm up the IAF’s depleting fleet strength. While the French-made Rafale is the frontrunner for a mega contract for 114 new fighters that the IAF is looking at, Russia believes it is the only country capable of offering a true Transfer of Technology (ToT) with over 60 per cent Indian content. The IAF is considering the acquisition of 114 fighters through the Make in India route.

“We have, several times, offered our vision of an upgrade programme (Su-30 MKI). It is a continuing discussion and we have put on the table our complete offer. We plan to visit India ____ the near future and have a meaningful discussion on that offer,” Yury Slyusar, CEO of Russia’s United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) said in response to a query by ThePrint at ARMY-2022, an international military exhibition being held here in Moscow. The UAC, a public joint stock company of which the Russian government owns a majority, is the largest manufacturer of aircraft in the country. In June, Russia’s flagship manufacturers, the Sukhoi and MiG aviation companies were merged into the UAC. New Delhi and Moscow have been in talks with each other about an upgrade for the Su-30 MKI, which India first ordered in 1996. The upgraded aircraft, if the proposal is approved, will be known as the Super Sukhoi.

The IAF has more than 160 Su-30 MKIs in its fleet, but talks regarding an upgrade have been stuck due to various issues — with cost being the most basic and important factor owing to the IAF’s plan to also procure 114 new fighters on a limited budget. While the exact numbers are not known, IAF sources have explained that the asking price for an upgrade is too high because it will involve a complete revamp and not just a simple extension of life. While the Su-30 MKI is the IAF’s frontline fighter, it is besieged by numerous issues, among them the inability to carry out electronic warfare and the lack of a more potent weapons system. The integration of about 40 Sukhois with the BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles — which have a range of over 300 kilometres — has, however, been a saving grace. As part of the proposed upgrade, the fighter jet’s N011 Bars passive radar will be replaced with ‘Uttam’, India’s own Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar.

The MKI version is the oldest member of the Su-30 family, which includes the Malaysian Su-30 MKM (2007 model) and the Russian Su-30 SM (2011 model). It is hoped that the upgrade will bring the MKI up to par with the Russian SM, which is equipped with multiple long-range missiles and smart bombs developed as part of Russia’s 2011-2020 State Armament Program for the Su-30 SM. UAC chief Slyusar said talks are also underway between India and Russia for the IAF’s 114 fighter jets programme, adding that the MiG is the only aircraft that can truly offer ToT with 60 per cent indigenous content. He was referring to the MiG-35, which Russia is keen to offer India. Asked about a possible collaboration with New Delhi — given India’s plan to develop its own fifth-generation fighter aircraft called AMCA (Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft) — the top Russian aviation official said that although there is no news on that front, Moscow is ready to collaborate if New Delhi so desires. Asking about the pending order for 12 Su-30 MKI and 21 MiG-29s, Slyusar said it was under consideration by India. Of the 1980s vintage, the jets are no longer in production, but 21 airframes built then remain in Russia. The jets purchased by India will be upgraded to the latest version before they are delivered.

Q. What will fit in the blank taken from the passage:

We plan to visit India ____ the near future and have a meaningful discussion on our vision of an upgrade programme (Su-30 MKI).

Rearrange the following five sentences a, b, c, d and e in the proper sequence to form a meaningful paragraph; then answer the questions given below them.

a) Users can be asked to pay a small price for the protection of vital environmental features, and more areas for nature tourism can also raise revenues.

b) This would ensure that tigers and other animals are not isolated, and can disperse strong genetic traits to other populations.

c) The National Tiger Conservation Authority should insist on modification of existing roads to provide crossings for animals at locations identified in various studies.

d) An assessment by the Wildlife Institute of India states that tigers in at least 26 reserves face the destructive impact of roads and traffic.

e) A more robust approach would be to realign the roads away from all such landscapes.

Q. Which is the FOURTH sentence of the paragraph?

Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow by choosing the correct/most appropriate options:

A Russian defence industry delegation will soon travel to India to carry forward long-drawn-out talks for an upgrade of the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) Sukhoi-30 MKI fleet. This proposed upgrade will include better radar, a more potent weapons package, a new cockpit system, and the integration of electronic warfare abilities. Russia is also hopeful that India will move ahead with plans to place an order for an additional 12 Su-30 MKIs to replace the fighter jets it lost to crashes over the years. Further, Moscow hopes to finalise the contract for 21 more MiG-29s meant to firm up the IAF’s depleting fleet strength. While the French-made Rafale is the frontrunner for a mega contract for 114 new fighters that the IAF is looking at, Russia believes it is the only country capable of offering a true Transfer of Technology (ToT) with over 60 per cent Indian content. The IAF is considering the acquisition of 114 fighters through the Make in India route.

“We have, several times, offered our vision of an upgrade programme (Su-30 MKI). It is a continuing discussion and we have put on the table our complete offer. We plan to visit India ____ the near future and have a meaningful discussion on that offer,” Yury Slyusar, CEO of Russia’s United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) said in response to a query by ThePrint at ARMY-2022, an international military exhibition being held here in Moscow. The UAC, a public joint stock company of which the Russian government owns a majority, is the largest manufacturer of aircraft in the country. In June, Russia’s flagship manufacturers, the Sukhoi and MiG aviation companies were merged into the UAC. New Delhi and Moscow have been in talks with each other about an upgrade for the Su-30 MKI, which India first ordered in 1996. The upgraded aircraft, if the proposal is approved, will be known as the Super Sukhoi.

The IAF has more than 160 Su-30 MKIs in its fleet, but talks regarding an upgrade have been stuck due to various issues — with cost being the most basic and important factor owing to the IAF’s plan to also procure 114 new fighters on a limited budget. While the exact numbers are not known, IAF sources have explained that the asking price for an upgrade is too high because it will involve a complete revamp and not just a simple extension of life. While the Su-30 MKI is the IAF’s frontline fighter, it is besieged by numerous issues, among them the inability to carry out electronic warfare and the lack of a more potent weapons system. The integration of about 40 Sukhois with the BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles — which have a range of over 300 kilometres — has, however, been a saving grace. As part of the proposed upgrade, the fighter jet’s N011 Bars passive radar will be replaced with ‘Uttam’, India’s own Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar.

The MKI version is the oldest member of the Su-30 family, which includes the Malaysian Su-30 MKM (2007 model) and the Russian Su-30 SM (2011 model). It is hoped that the upgrade will bring the MKI up to par with the Russian SM, which is equipped with multiple long-range missiles and smart bombs developed as part of Russia’s 2011-2020 State Armament Program for the Su-30 SM. UAC chief Slyusar said talks are also underway between India and Russia for the IAF’s 114 fighter jets programme, adding that the MiG is the only aircraft that can truly offer ToT with 60 per cent indigenous content. He was referring to the MiG-35, which Russia is keen to offer India. Asked about a possible collaboration with New Delhi — given India’s plan to develop its own fifth-generation fighter aircraft called AMCA (Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft) — the top Russian aviation official said that although there is no news on that front, Moscow is ready to collaborate if New Delhi so desires. Asking about the pending order for 12 Su-30 MKI and 21 MiG-29s, Slyusar said it was under consideration by India. Of the 1980s vintage, the jets are no longer in production, but 21 airframes built then remain in Russia. The jets purchased by India will be upgraded to the latest version before they are delivered.

Q. What is the central theme of the passage?

In each question below, a sentence is given with a part of it printed in bold type. That part contains an idiom/phrasal verb that may be correct or erroneous. Each sentence is followed by phrases (A), (B), (C) and (D). Find out which is the correct idiom that should replace the error in bold, if there is any, and which makes the sentence grammatically meaningful and correct. If the sentence is correct as it is and ‘No improvement required’, mark (E) as the answer.

Some analysts clutch the numbers and say corn production will be hard-pressed to keep up with the overall demand.

Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow by choosing the correct/most appropriate options:

A Russian defence industry delegation will soon travel to India to carry forward long-drawn-out talks for an upgrade of the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) Sukhoi-30 MKI fleet. This proposed upgrade will include better radar, a more potent weapons package, a new cockpit system, and the integration of electronic warfare abilities. Russia is also hopeful that India will move ahead with plans to place an order for an additional 12 Su-30 MKIs to replace the fighter jets it lost to crashes over the years. Further, Moscow hopes to finalise the contract for 21 more MiG-29s meant to firm up the IAF’s depleting fleet strength. While the French-made Rafale is the frontrunner for a mega contract for 114 new fighters that the IAF is looking at, Russia believes it is the only country capable of offering a true Transfer of Technology (ToT) with over 60 per cent India content. The IAF is considering the acquisition of 114 fighters through the Make in India route.

“We have, several times, offered our vision of an upgrade programme (Su-30 MKI). It is a continuing discussion and we have put on the table our complete offer. We plan to visit India ____ the near future and have a meaningful discussion on that offer,” Yury Slyusar, CEO of Russia’s United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) said in response to a query by ThePrint at ARMY-2022, an international military exhibition being held here in Moscow. The UAC, a public joint stock company of which the Russian government owns a majority, is the largest manufacturer of aircraft in the country. In June, Russia’s flagship manufacturers, the Sukhoi and MiG aviation companies were merged into the UAC. New Delhi and Moscow have been in talks with each other about an upgrade for the Su-30 MKI, which India first ordered in 1996. The upgraded aircraft, if the proposal is approved, will be known as the Super Sukhoi.

The IAF has more than 160 Su-30 MKIs in its fleet, but talks regarding an upgrade have been stuck due to various issues — with cost being the most basic and important factor owing to the IAF’s plan to also procure 114 new fighters on a limited budget. While the exact numbers are not known, IAF sources have explained that the asking price for an upgrade is too high because it will involve a complete revamp and not just a simple extension of life. While the Su-30 MKI is the IAF’s frontline fighter, it is besieged by numerous issues, among them the inability to carry out electronic warfare and the lack of a more potent weapons system. The integration of about 40 Sukhois with the BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles — which have a range of over 300 kilometres — has, however, been a saving grace. As part of the proposed upgrade, the fighter jet’s N011 Bars passive radar will be replaced with ‘Uttam’, India’s own Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar.

The MKI version is the oldest member of the Su-30 family, which includes the Malaysian Su-30 MKM (2007 model) and the Russian Su-30 SM (2011 model). It is hoped that the upgrade will bring the MKI up to par with the Russian SM, which is equipped with multiple long-range missiles and smart bombs developed as part of Russia’s 2011-2020 State Armament Program for the Su-30 SM. UAC chief Slyusar said talks are also underway between India and Russia for the IAF’s 114 fighter jets programme, adding that the MiG is the only aircraft that can truly offer ToT with 60 per cent indigenous content. He was referring to the MiG-35, which Russia is keen to offer India. Asked about a possible collaboration with New Delhi — given India’s plan to develop its own fifth-generation fighter aircraft called AMCA (Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft) — the top Russian aviation official said that although there is no news on that front, Moscow is ready to collaborate if New Delhi so desires. Asking about the pending order for 12 Su-30 MKI and 21 MiG-29s, Slyusar said it was under consideration by India. Of the 1980s vintage, the jets are no longer in production, but 21 airframes built then remain in Russia. The jets purchased by India will be upgraded to the latest version before they are delivered.

Q. Which of the following is/are incorrect according to the given passage?

A. The MKI version is the newest member of the Su-30 family, which includes the Malaysian Su-30 MKM (2007 model) and the Russian Su-30 SM (2011 model).

B. Russia believes it is the only country capable of offering a true Transfer of Technology (ToT) with over 60 per cent Indian content.

C. The IAF has almost 160 Su-30 MKIs or less in its fleet, but talks regarding an upgrade have been stuck due to various issues

In each question below, a sentence is given with a part of it printed in bold type. That part contains an idiom/phrasal verb that may be correct or erroneous. Each sentence is followed by phrases (A), (B), (C) and (D). Find out which is the correct idiom that should replace the error in bold, if there is any, and which makes the sentence grammatically meaningful and correct. If the sentence is correct as it is and ‘No improvement required’, mark (E) as the answer.

Since then, these companies have become big business, with no government having the courage to tip their wings.

Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow by choosing the correct/most appropriate options:

A Russian defence industry delegation will soon travel to India to carry forward long-drawn-out talks for an upgrade of the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) Sukhoi-30 MKI fleet. This proposed upgrade will include better radar, a more potent weapons package, a new cockpit system, and the integration of electronic warfare abilities. Russia is also hopeful that India will move ahead with plans to place an order for an additional 12 Su-30 MKIs to replace the fighter jets it lost to crashes over the years. Further, Moscow hopes to finalise the contract for 21 more MiG-29s meant to firm up the IAF’s depleting fleet strength. While the French-made Rafale is the frontrunner for a mega contract for 114 new fighters that the IAF is looking at, Russia believes it is the only country capable of offering a true Transfer of Technology (ToT) with over 60 per cent Indian content. The IAF is considering the acquisition of 114 fighters through the Make in India route.

“We have, several times, offered our vision of an upgrade programme (Su-30 MKI). It is a continuing discussion and we have put on the table our complete offer. We plan to visit India ____ the near future and have a meaningful discussion on that offer,” Yury Slyusar, CEO of Russia’s United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) said in response to a query by ThePrint at ARMY-2022, an international military exhibition being held here in Moscow. The UAC, a public joint stock company of which the Russian government owns a majority, is the largest manufacturer of aircraft in the country. In June, Russia’s flagship manufacturers, the Sukhoi and MiG aviation companies were merged into the UAC. New Delhi and Moscow have been in talks with each other about an upgrade for the Su-30 MKI, which India first ordered in 1996. The upgraded aircraft, if the proposal is approved, will be known as the Super Sukhoi.

The IAF has more than 160 Su-30 MKIs in its fleet, but talks regarding an upgrade have been stuck due to various issues — with cost being the most basic and important factor owing to the IAF’s plan to also procure 114 new fighters on a limited budget. While the exact numbers are not known, IAF sources have explained that the asking price for an upgrade is too high because it will involve a complete revamp and not just a simple extension of life. While the Su-30 MKI is the IAF’s frontline fighter, it is besieged by numerous issues, among them the inability to carry out electronic warfare and the lack of a more potent weapons system. The integration of about 40 Sukhois with the BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles — which have a range of over 300 kilometres — has, however, been a saving grace. As part of the proposed upgrade, the fighter jet’s N011 Bars passive radar will be replaced with ‘Uttam’, India’s own Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar.

The MKI version is the oldest member of the Su-30 family, which includes the Malaysian Su-30 MKM (2007 model) and the Russian Su-30 SM (2011 model). It is hoped that the upgrade will bring the MKI up to par with the Russian SM, which is equipped with multiple long-range missiles and smart bombs developed as part of Russia’s 2011-2020 State Armament Program for the Su-30 SM. UAC chief Slyusar said talks are also underway between India and Russia for the IAF’s 114 fighter jets programme, adding that the MiG is the only aircraft that can truly offer ToT with 60 per cent indigenous content. He was referring to the MiG-35, which Russia is keen to offer India. Asked about a possible collaboration with New Delhi — given India’s plan to develop its own fifth-generation fighter aircraft called AMCA (Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft) — the top Russian aviation official said that although there is no news on that front, Moscow is ready to collaborate if New Delhi so desires. Asking about the pending order for 12 Su-30 MKI and 21 MiG-29s, Slyusar said it was under consideration by India. Of the 1980s vintage, the jets are no longer in production, but 21 airframes built then remain in Russia. The jets purchased by India will be upgraded to the latest version before they are delivered.

Q. Choose the Antonym of the word 'procure'.

In the following passage, some of the words have been left out, each of which is indicated by a number. Find the suitable word from the options given against each number and fill up the blanks with appropriate words to make the paragraph meaningfully complete.

The grueling six-day march of nearly 200 km from Nashik to Mumbai by thousands of farmers, with the ____29_______ to gherao the Maharashtra Assembly and ______30_____ the government to their problems, was remarkable. The manner in which they conducted themselves — without disrupting the lives of other citizens and refraining _____31_____ aggressive sloganeering — is not how India’s myriad protesters typically behave. And, while urban India usually has little patience for agrarian problems, many Mumbaikars not only backed the stir but also pitched in to help with food, water, medical aid, and even footwear. While Opposition parties as well as BJP ally Shiv Sena backed the farmers and tribals in an ________32_______ to isolate the current administration, he managed to emerge unflustered and deal with the issue effectively. The farmers were persuaded to complete the final leg of the march early on Monday to avoid inconveniencing commuters, and halt peacefully 2 km from the Assembly so that government emissaries could _______33________ with their representatives. By evening, ‘deeply humbled’ by the farmers’ reasonable approach, Mr. Fadnavis said he respected them and had no problem in accepting most of their demands, _____34_____ the farmers to end the stir and board special trains to go back home. While this should perhaps ______35_____ as a model for protesters and administrators across India, there is also a lesson to be learnt about how to deal with unrest of this nature, which other States such as Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan have had to contend with.

Q. Choose the appropriate word to fit in the blank numbered 30.