SCI Junior Court Assistant Mock Test- 4 - Judiciary Exams MCQ

Sentence 1- Sentence Q clearly introduces the subject of the paragraph that is the policy of Privatisation in Air India. All the other sentences explain the same subject but not introduce it as clearly as Q.
Sentence 2- Sentence P begins with ‘this’ which means it is a continuation of the previous sentence. This here refers to the policy of privatisation in Air India. So sentence P is next in sequence.
Sentence 3- Sentence R is next in sequence as it talks about the fact that the parliamentary committee is yet to react on the policy that was explained in the previous lines.
Sentence 4- Sentence S concludes the paragraph by providing another side of the discussion that there could not be a more opportune time to push ahead with disinvestment; this, ironically, happened after the airlines had improved its operational performance.

The correct answer is Self-doubt.Explanation

• Despite her talent, Eliana struggled with self-doubt.
• This challenge is specifically mentioned in the introduction, emphasizing it as her main personal battle.

Therefore, the correct answer is "Self-doubt".Other Related Points

• Options (1), (3), and (4) are not supported by the passage as Eliana's biggest challenge.

The correct answer is Option (3).Explanation

• She ingeniously used the raindrops to enhance her artwork.
• This act of creativity is detailed in the third paragraph.

Therefore, the correct answer is "By using the raindrops to enhance her painting".Other Related Points

• Options (1), (2), and (4) do not reflect the actual method Eliana used to save her painting.

The correct answer is 'To embrace her vulnerabilities'Explanation

• Eliana learned the importance of embracing her vulnerabilities.
• This lesson is the culmination of her journey, mentioned in the final paragraph.

Therefore, the correct answer is "To embrace her vulnerabilities".Other Related Points

• Options (1), (2), and (4) do not align with Eliana's significant realization post-competition.

The correct answer is “Simple Past Tense”Explanation

• The transformation of the café occurred in the past, as indicated by Julian's actions of designing and curating the café to be a source of inspiration.
• Words like "was," "owned," and "believed" indicate actions or states that have happened previously and have since been completed, characteristic of the simple past tense.
• The passage details Julian's past decision to shift careers from being an architect to a barista and his subsequent efforts to enhance the café's appeal through artistic and literary collaborations.
• The establishment of Luna Café as a creative hub and sanctuary for the mind is presented as an accomplished fact, not an ongoing process or a future plan.
• The narrative speaks of Julian's vision having "materialized," further emphasizing the completion of his transformative endeavor.

Therefore, the correct answer is ‘Option 1.’Other Related Points

• Option 2 (Present Perfect Tense) is incorrect because the passage narrates completed activities rather than actions that have relevance to the present moment.
• Option 3 (Present Progressive Tense) is incorrect as the passage does not describe actions currently in progress.
• Option 4 (Simple Present Tense) is incorrect because the passage recounts events that have already happened rather than describing habitual or general truths.

The correct answer is 'Be very poor'.

Explanation

• The most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom "on the breadline" is: Be very poor.
• Explanation: "On the breadline" is an idiom that refers to living at or below the poverty line, struggling to meet basic financial needs such as food, shelter, and clothing. It implies a state of economic hardship or financial deprivation.
• In the context of the sentence provided, it suggests that more people in Turkey are experiencing financial difficulties or poverty compared to thirty years ago.

The correct answer is Option (2).Explanation

• There's a significant transformation in the educational sector toward tech-savvy (तकनीक प्रेमी) curricula. (Paragraph 2)
• This transformation is a response to developing a generation ready to harness AI. (Paragraph 2)

Therefore, the correct answer is "It is undergoing significant changes to incorporate tech-savvy curricula."Other Related Points

• Lack of resources to teach AI is not implied; rather, strides in education are highlighted.
• Resistance to adopting technological advancements is contradicted by the mentioned curriculum changes.
• Focus exclusively on manual labour skills is negated by the emphasis on tech-savvy education.

The correct answer is: 'Critical'.Explanation

• The tone of the passage is: 'Critical'.
• In this given passage, the author means adverse or disapproving comments or judgements.

Therefore, the correct answer is: 'Option 1'.Other Related Points

• 'Fictional' means A work of fiction is created in the imagination of its author, who invents the story and makes up the characters, the plot or storyline, the dialogue and sometimes even the setting.
• 'Descriptive' means they are usually more common in narrative passages because they help create a vivid picture for the reader. One way to identify a descriptive passage is by its use of sensory language.
• 'Comical' means it makes you want to laugh because it seems funny or silly.

The correct answer is: 'More Freedom For Greater Responsibility'.Explanation

• The most appropriate title for the passage is: 'More Freedom For Greater Responsibility'.
• As this is clearly mentioned in the passage: 'We ought to be given the opportunity to learn from our mistakes and accept responsibility for them rather than being held accountable for them'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: 'Option 1'.Other Related Points

• 'Parents and Adults' is not the appropriate title of the passage.
• 'Teenage Problems' is not the appropriate title of the passage.
• 'Youth and Learning' is not the appropriate title of the passage.

The correct answer is '2' i.e. unclear.Explanation

• The highlighted word in the given sentence is comprehensible, which means able to be understood.
• We need to find the word that is closest to the opposite in meaning.
• The correct answer is unclear, which means not easy to understand.
• Other options like intelligible, lucid, and understandable are synonyms of comprehensible.

Hence, the correct answer is option 2.
Correct sentence: Quite a few of the listeners complained that the speaker's speech was not unclear.

The correct answer is: Option 4.Explanation

• The word "decay" means the process of rotting or decomposition. 
  • Example: The wooden house showed signs of decay after years of neglect.
• "Regeneration" refers to the process of renewal, restoration, and growth.
  • Example: The forest showed signs of regeneration after the wildfire.
• Hence, we can infer that the opposite of 'decay' is 'regeneration'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 4.Other Related PointsHere are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Innovation: The introduction of new ideas, methods, or products.
  • Example: The company's success is built on continuous innovation.
• Freshness: The state of being new or clean.
  • Example: The freshness of the morning air was invigorating.
• Novelty: The quality of being new, original, or unusual.
  • Example: The novelty of the new gadget attracted many buyers.

• The paragraph begins by introducing the nature of great thinkers.
• Sentence A is the first sentence as it sets the context for great thinkers:
  • "All great thinkers live and move on a high plane of thought."
• Sentence C follows as it explains why they live on a high plane:
  • "It is only there that they can breathe."
• Sentence B is the third sentence because it connects the high plane of thought with the source of inspiration:
  • "There is no illuminative genius who did not drink his inspiration from the functions of ancient tradition."
• Sentence D is the fourth as it delves into the impact of this intellectual life:
  • "It may be spiritual or intellectual pride that is engendered on the high plane of intellectual life."
• The correct sequence is ACBD.

The correct answer is "CADB"
Let's look at the correct sequence of the passage.

• Statement C is the first sentence of the passage as it begins with a general statement that draws our attention to the theme of the passage which is industrial sickness.
• Statement A is the second sentence of the passage as it gives the main reason behind industrial sickness in our country. The reason is that business and industrial managers have not been able to look beyond the immediate future.
• Statement D is the third sentence of the passage as it elaborates the argument made in the previous sentence. The inability of industrial managers to look beyond the immediate future is because they have been too preoccupied with their attempts to report favourable results for the current year - higher profits and larger dividends to the shareholders.
• Statement B is the last sentence of the passage as it summarises the reasons for industrial sickness in the previous sentences The reason for industrial sickness is that the planning is often done keeping in mind the next 5 years not for the long term.

​Hence, the correct answer is option 2 i.e. "CADB"

Given letter sequence: B T D S F R H Q J P L O N

According to the question, the given letter sequence is written in reversed order of English Alphabetic series i.e. opposite letters according to English alphabetic series is written:

B T D S F R H Q J P L O N ⇒ Y G W H U I S J Q K O L M

So, 9th letter from the right to left will be ⇒ (Left end) Y G W H U I S J Q K O L M (Right end) ⇒ U

Hence, "Option 1" is the correct answer.

Given:

Balance for the first 24 days = Rs. 5,600

Balance for the next 2 days = Rs. 12,000

Balance for the last 4 days = Rs. 37,500

Formula Used:

Average balance = Total balance for the month / Number of days in the month

Calculation:

Total balance for the first 24 days = 24 × Rs. 5,600

Total balance for the next 2 days = 2 × Rs. 12,000

Total balance for the last 4 days = 4 × Rs. 37,500

Total balance for the month ⇒ (24 × 5600) + (2 × 12000) + (4 × 37500)

Total balance for the month ⇒ 134400 + 24000 + 150000

Total balance for the month ⇒ 308400

Number of days in April = 30

Average balance = 308400 / 30

Average balance = Rs. 10,280

The daily average balance for April is Rs. 10,280.

Given:

A mixture worth Rs. 3.25 a kg is formed by mixing two types of rice, one costing Rs. 3.10 per kg and the other Rs. 3.60 per kg.

Calculation:

Let P kg of rice that costs Rs. 3.10 per kg be mixed with Q kg of rice that costs Rs. 3.60 per kg.

Total price of P kg rice = 3.10 × P = Rs. 3.10P

Total price of Q kg rice = 3.60 × Q = Rs. 3.60Q

Total price of the mixture = Rs. {(P + Q) × 3.25}

According to the question,

(P + Q) × 3.25 = 3.10P + 3.60Q

⇒ 3.25P + 3.25Q = 3.10P + 3.60Q

⇒ 3.25P - 3.10P = 3.60Q - 3.25Q

⇒ 0.15P = 0.35Q

⇒ 15P = 35Q

⇒ P/Q = 35/15

⇒ P/Q = 7/3

⇒ P : Q = 7 : 3

∴ In 7 : 3 they must have been mixed.

Given:

Train length = 100 m

Speed of the train = 70 kmph

Speed of the person = 10 kmph

Concept used:

While a train crosses a person, it crosses its own length.

Relative speed is the difference between their individual speeds while two objects are running in the same direction.

Time × Speed = Distance

1m/s = 18/5 km/h

Calculation:

70 km/hr = 70 ÷ (18/5) = 175/9 meter per second

10 km/hr = 10 ÷ (18/5) = 25/9 meter per second

The relative speed of the train

⇒ 175/9 - 25/9

⇒ 150/9 meter per second

Now, time taken by the train to pass the man

⇒ 100 ÷ (150/9)

⇒ 6 seconds

∴ The train will pass the man in 6 seconds.

The correct answer is option 1) i.e. Gujarat.

Explanation

• The annual Tarnetar Mela that takes place in Sundernagar, Gujarat.
• Tarnetar is basically a tiny village, about 200 km from Ahmedabad. This little hamlet comes alive during the festival, with people hitting the festive mode.
• It is said that this traditional fair, celebrating Draupadi’s swayamvar, began some 200 to 250 years ago.
• The festival and fair are organised at the Trinetreshwar Mahadev temple (the three-eye-god), which was constructed back in the 19th century.
• This temple is the focal point of the fair, and this is where all the festivities are held.
• It dates back to the Solanki era, and celebrate the three-day festival with much enthusiasm.

The correct answer is Gymnosperms.Explanation

• Phanerogams:-
  • ​These are plants that produce flowers and seeds and are also known as angiosperms.
• Gymnosperms:-
  • Gymnosperms are a group of seed-producing plants that includes conifers, cycads, Ginkgo, and gnetophytes.
  • Gymnosperms are known as "naked seed" plants because their seeds are not enclosed in a fruit. Instead, the seeds are exposed on the surface of the plant, often in cones.
  • Some examples of gymnosperms:
    • Conifers: Pines, firs, spruces, cedars, etc.
    • Cycads: Sago palms, etc.
    • Ginkgo: Ginkgo biloba
    • Gnetophytes: Welwitschia, Ephedra, Gnetum

Other Related Points

• Pteridophyta :-
  • Pteridophyta, also known as ferns, are a group of vascular plants that reproduce by spores.
  • They are the first group of plants to evolve vascular tissue, which allows them to transport water and nutrients throughout their bodies.
  • Pteridophytes are also the first group of plants to have true leaves.
• Bryophyta:-
  • It is also known as mosses, liverworts, and hornworts, are a group of non-vascular plants that reproduce by spores.
  • They are the most primitive group of land plants, and they are found in a wide variety of habitats, including forests, wetlands, and even deserts.
• Thallophyta:-
  • It is a polyphyletic group of non-mobile organisms that are traditionally described as "thalloid plants", "relatively simple plants" or "lower plants".
  • They form a division of kingdom Plantae that include lichens and algae and occasionally bryophytes, bacteria and slime moulds.

The correct answer is Pondicherry.

Explanation

• Pondicherry is a union territory in India,
• Pondicherry was the capital of the French colony in India.
• Pondicherry is also called 'India's Little France'.
• The French laid their supremacy on Pondicherry in the year 1673.
• French East India Company set up a trading center at Pondicherry in 1674.
• The name Pondicherry was renamed Puducherry in 2006.

Important Points

• Puducherry comprises of the erstwhile French colonies viz. Puducherry, Karaikal, Mahe, and Yanam.
  • The Puducherry and Karaikal regions are surrounded by Tamilnadu.
  • Mahe is surrounded by Kerala.
  • Yanam is surrounded by Andra Pradesh.
• Pondicherry was under French rule for 138 years.
• The British “East India Company” captured Puducherry in 1761 from the French and restored the French Company administration by the Treaty of Paris in 1763.
• The British “East India Company returned the Puducherry to the French “East India Company” in 1816.
• It was merged with the Indian Union on 1^st November 1954.
• Puducherry became officially an integral part of India in 1963.

Other Related Points

• Calicut is the oldest city in Kerala.
  • ♦♦Calicut was the former capital of Lakshadweep.
• Cochin is popularly known as "queen of the Arabian sea".
  • Kochi is the first e-port in India.
• Goa is the smallest state in India.
  • Goa got independence from the Portuguese in 1961.

The correct answer is Ministry of Finance.

In News

• DFS Secretary Shri M. Nagaraju launched the revamped ‘Baanknet’ e-auction portal under the Ministry of Finance on January 3, 2025.

Explanation

• The portal consolidates e-auction listings from all Public Sector Banks (PSBs) into a single platform.
• It aims to enhance the recovery of distressed assets and boost credit availability.
• Features include integrated payment gateways, KYC tools, analytics, and a dedicated helpdesk.
• Over 1,22,500 properties have already been migrated to the portal for auction purposes.

Additional Information

• Baanknet E-Auction Portal:
  • An initiative by the Ministry of Finance to streamline e-auctions of properties, benefiting buyers and investors.
  • Designed for seamless pre-auction, auction, and post-auction processes.
• DRT (Debt Recovery Tribunals):
  • Judicial bodies aiding in the recovery of loans and distressed financial assets for banks.
• PSBs (Public Sector Banks):
  • Key stakeholders in implementing e-auctions and supporting financial recovery initiatives.
• IBBI (Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India):
  • Facilitates the resolution of distressed assets and insolvency proceedings in India.

The correct answer is Ultrasound waves are low frequency waves.

Explanation

• Ultrasound waves are high-frequency waves, typically above 20,000 Hz, which is beyond the range of human hearing.
• These waves are utilized in medical imaging, such as ultrasound scans, to create images of internal body structures including organs and tissues.
• Ultrasound technology is employed in industrial settings to detect flaws and cracks in metal structures and components.
• Ultrasound waves are also used in cleaning delicate and intricate parts that are difficult to clean through conventional methods.

Other Related Points

• Frequency Range
  • Ultrasound waves have frequencies higher than 20 kHz, making them inaudible to the human ear.
  • Diagnostic ultrasound typically uses frequencies between 2 MHz and 18 MHz.
• Medical Applications
  • Commonly used in prenatal imaging to monitor the development of the fetus.
  • Helps in diagnosing conditions in organs such as the liver, kidneys, and heart.
• Industrial Uses
  • In non-destructive testing (NDT), ultrasound waves are used to detect internal flaws in materials.
  • Ultrasonic cleaning involves the use of high-frequency sound waves to agitate a liquid, cleaning items submerged in it.
• Principle of Operation
  • Ultrasound imaging is based on the reflection of sound waves at the boundaries between different tissues.
  • The reflected waves are captured and used to construct an image of the internal structures.

The National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) aims to reduce PM2.5 and PM10 levels by 20-30% in 132 cities by 2026, using 2017 levels as a baseline. This initiative reflects India's recognition of air pollution as a chronic public health emergency and its commitment to improving air quality through targeted measures.

The correct answer is Micelles.

Explanation

• Micelles are aggregates of surfactant molecules dispersed in a liquid colloid.
• In aqueous solutions, micelles are formed when the concentration of surfactant is higher than the critical micelle concentration (CMC).
• They have a hydrophilic (water-attracting) "head" and a hydrophobic (water-repelling) "tail".
• Micelles trap dirt and grease within their hydrophobic centers, making them effective cleaning agents.

Other Related Points

• Hydrocarbons
  • Hydrocarbons are organic compounds consisting entirely of hydrogen and carbon.
  • They are the primary components of petroleum and natural gas.
  • Hydrocarbons can be aliphatic (linear or branched chains) or aromatic (ring structures).
  • They are not responsible for the cloudiness of soap solutions.
• Air Particles
  • Air particles are tiny solid or liquid particles suspended in the air.
  • They can include dust, pollen, soot, smoke, and liquid droplets.
  • While they can cause cloudiness in the air (e.g., smog), they are not responsible for the cloudiness in soap solutions.
• Water Ions
  • Water ions refer to the ions present in water, such as H₃O⁺ (hydronium) and OH⁻ (hydroxide).
  • These ions are important in determining the pH of water.
  • They do not contribute to the cloudiness of soap solutions.

The correct answer is Methane is not a Green House Gas.
Explanation

• Methane (CH₄) is indeed a significant greenhouse gas.
• It is over 25 times more effective than carbon dioxide (CO₂) at trapping heat in the atmosphere over a 100-year period.
• Methane is released from both natural sources (like wetlands) and human activities (such as agriculture and fossil fuel extraction).
• Reducing methane emissions is crucial for mitigating climate change and limiting global warming.

Other Related Points

• Greenhouse Effect:
  • The greenhouse effect is the process by which greenhouse gases trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere, leading to an increase in the planet's temperature.
  • Key greenhouse gases include carbon dioxide (CO₂), methane (CH₄), nitrous oxide (N₂O), and fluorinated gases.
  • The greenhouse effect is essential for maintaining the Earth's temperature but human activities have intensified this effect, leading to global warming.
• Carbon Dioxide:
  • Carbon dioxide (CO₂) is the most significant greenhouse gas emitted by human activities, primarily from fossil fuel combustion and deforestation.
  • It has a long atmospheric lifetime and contributes significantly to the greenhouse effect.
• Ozone in the Stratosphere:
  • Ozone (O₃) in the stratosphere forms the ozone layer, which protects life on Earth by absorbing most of the Sun's harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
  • However, ground-level ozone is a pollutant and a component of smog, which can harm respiratory health.

The correct answer is Kazakhstan.

• The largest landlocked country in terms of area in the world is Kazakhstan.
• A landlocked country is a country that does not have territory connected to an ocean.
• There are currently 44 landlocked countries.

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Other Related Points

• Afghanistan:
  • It is a landlocked country.
  • Located in central-south Asia.
  • Capital: Kabul
  • Currency: Afghan afghani
• Mongolia:
  • Mongolia is a landlocked country in East Asia.
  • It is sandwiched between Russia to the north and China to the south, where it neighbours the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region.
  • Its capital is Ulaanbaatar.
• China:
  • It is not a landlocked country.

The correct answer is Cursor control.Explanation

• A 'joystick' is used for cursor control in computer games and assistive technology.
• A joystick is a pointing device is used to move an object on the screen in any direction.
• It employs a vertical rod mounted on a base with one or two buttons.
• It is an input device that tracks and sends movement data to the CPU.
• It uses a central pivot to monitor any minute changes in direction, then sends this data to be processed and usually controls another device.
• Joysticks are used extensively in video arcade games, and they were the primary game controller on home computers during the 1980s and 90s.

Other Related Points

• The picture showing the joystick:

The correct answer is Application

Explanation

• An application, or application program, is a software program that runs on your computer. Web browsers, e-mail programs, word processors, games, and utilities are all applications. The word "application" is used because each program has a specific application for the user.
• In contrast, system software consists of programs that run in the background, enabling applications to run. These programs include assemblers, compilers, file management tools, and the operating system itself. Applications are said to run on top of the system software since the system software is made of "low-level" programs. While system software is automatically installed with the operating system, you can choose which applications you want to install and run on your computer.
• Macintosh programs are typically called applications, while Windows programs are often referred to as executable files. This is why Mac programs use .APP file extension, while Windows programs use the .EXE extension. Though they have different file extensions, Macintosh and Windows programs serve the same purpose and can both be called applications.

The incorrect statement is: Arithmetic Logic Unit is responsible for taking the input, converting it into a signal, and storing it for further processing.
Explanation:

• This statement 2 is incorrect. The Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) is not responsible for taking the input, converting it into a signal, and storing it for further processing.
• Rather, the ALU is responsible for performing arithmetic and logical operations on data, such as addition, subtraction, and comparisons.

Other Related Points

• This statement 1 is correct. The control unit is responsible for controlling the order in which instructions enter and leave the processor, and how the instructions are executed.
• This statement 3 is correct. The Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) is often referred to as the mathematical brain of a computer because it is responsible for performing the arithmetic and logical operations that are necessary for processing data.
• This statement 4 is correct. The control unit directs and manages operation sequences by fetching instructions from memory, decoding them, and executing them in the correct order. The control unit also manages the flow of data between the CPU and other parts of the computer system.

The correct answer is It detects and removes only those computer viruses for which it is programmed..

Explanation

• An anti-virus software can only detect and remove viruses that are known to it.
• The software requires frequent updates to recognize and remove newly created viruses.
• If a virus is not in the software's database, it may remain undetected and cause harm.
• While anti-virus software can provide significant protection, it is not foolproof and relies on its database of known threats.

Other Related Points

• Viruses
  • Viruses are malicious software programs designed to replicate and spread from one computer to another.
  • They can attach themselves to legitimate programs and files, making them difficult to detect.
  • Once activated, viruses can corrupt files, steal data, and cause significant damage to system functionality.
• Worms
  • Unlike viruses, worms can propagate without user intervention or attaching to software programs.
  • Worms exploit vulnerabilities in network protocols to spread across networks.
  • They can cause network congestion and degrade performance, often leading to denial of service (DoS) attacks.
• Trojans
  • Trojans disguise themselves as legitimate software to trick users into installing them.
  • Once installed, Trojans can create backdoors, steal data, or install additional malware.
  • They do not replicate like viruses but can cause significant damage by providing unauthorized access to attackers.
• Spyware
  • Spyware is designed to secretly monitor user activity and collect personal information without consent.
  • It can track keystrokes, capture screenshots, and record sensitive data such as login credentials.
  • Spyware can lead to identity theft and financial loss if not detected and removed.
• Adware
  • Adware automatically displays or downloads advertisements, often without user consent.
  • While typically less harmful than other types of malware, adware can degrade system performance and user experience.
  • Some adware programs may also track user behavior to target ads more effectively.