TISS-NET Mock Test - 1 (New Pattern) - CAT MCQ

The given sentence is grammatically correct, and there is no error in it. Each part of the sentence is properly structured and fits together logically. Therefore, the answer is option D: "No error."

The error is in part (b) of the sentence. The word "automatically" is incorrect in this context. It should be replaced with "autonomously" to convey the intended meaning, which is "independently." So, the corrected sentence would be: "The directors must be able to operate autonomously and reach important decisions on their own." Therefore, the answer is option B.

Option (b) would be the most appropriate and grammatically correct to improve the underlined part.

Option (c) would be the most appropriate and grammatically correct to improve the underlined part.

1. "Refute" means to prove a statement or theory to be wrong or false. In this context, Nicolai and Lichtenberg's treatises were likely written to counter or disprove a theory put forth by someone else.

2. "Refuse" means to decline to accept or agree with something, which doesn't fit the context of proving a theory wrong.

3. "Repress" means to suppress or restrain, which doesn't fit the context of disproving a theory.

4. "Subdue" means to bring under control or to overcome, which also doesn't fit the context of disproving a theory.

Therefore, "refute" is the most appropriate word to fill the blank in the sentence.

- The word "considerably" is the most appropriate choice to fill in the blank because it indicates a significant degree of variation in the climate of different districts in India.
- It conveys the idea that the differences in climate between districts are substantial.
- The word "appropriately" does not convey the same level of variation as "considerably" does.
- The word "harder" is not a suitable choice as it does not make sense in the context of the sentence.

The most appropriate word that would fit here is ‘cause’.

The most appropriate word that would fit here is ‘help’.

The relationship between Glutton and Quantity is that a Glutton is a person who is excessively fond of eating, i.e., is focused on quantity rather than quality. Similarly, a Gourmet is a person who is excessively fond of fine food and drink, i.e., is focused on quality rather than quantity. Therefore, the word that best fits the blank in the second set is Gourmet.

‘Breach’ means a break.
Hence, option D is the correct answer.

‘Advised’ is the most appropriate word for the blank.
Hence, option D is the correct answer.

‘Counsel’ means advice.
Hence, option A is the correct answer.

The collaboration between CDAC and Arm under the "Arm Flexible Access for Startups" (AFAS) program aims to provide startups with access to a broad portfolio of verified Arm intellectual property (IP), tools, and training without any license fee. This initiative is expected to foster the growth of the semiconductor sector in India and encourage innovation among startups by offering them essential resources and support.

A total of seven startups have been selected to participate in the semiconductor support expansion program under the Design Linked Incentive Scheme (DLI). These startups will work towards producing chip and IP cores for the automotive, mobility, and computing sectors in India.

The valedictory address at the Akhil Bhartiya Shiksha Samagam (ABSS) 2023 was delivered by Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan from the Ministry of Education (MoE). During the event, he also introduced the logo, slogan - "Jan Jan Sakshar," and the mobile application of the Understanding Lifelong Learning for All in Society (ULLAS): Nav Bharat Saksharta Karyakram.

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The additional financing approved for the Rajasthan Urban Sector Project aims to enhance water supply and sanitation systems in selected secondary towns in the state. The project seeks to reduce infrastructure gaps in these towns by improving water supply services, converting groundwater sources to surface water, and replacing leaking water pipes. Additionally, it aims to create a public-private partnership to address water security issues in the manufacturing industries of Rajasthan and deepen private sector engagement in the water supply and sanitation sector.

The memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed between the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) and the Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DoT) on 25th July 2023 aims to establish a mechanism of technical and institutional cooperation in telecommunications. The main objective of this MoU is to explore the potential of emerging technologies in the telecom and broadcasting sectors. It seeks to promote policy research, regulatory studies, and knowledge dissemination of upcoming technologies in these sectors.

The consortium agreement for the 'Collaborative Development of Disaggregated 5G RAN Solution' was signed by the Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) with leading industry partners. This agreement aims to accelerate the implementation of 5G networks, both collaborative and private, in India.

Recommendations at various instances to correct the AFSPA ACT:

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• The reports of the Justice Verma Committee (2013)and the Justice Hegde Commission (2013) supported need to address the abuses committed under the AFSPA and end the effective impunity enjoyed by security forces.
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