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In the following passage some of the words have been left out. Read the passage carefully and select the correct answer for the given blank out of the four alternatives.

The modes of action are _____ in science and religion. Science relies on experiment, whereas religion is based on experience. Any religious _____ whether it is Christ’s or Ramakrishna’s is personal and _____ . Science, on the other hand is marked by objectivity. Theory has to be corroborated by _____ proof providing material comforts. The frontiers of science do not end in knowledge but are _____ to the formation of appliances for actual use.

Theory has to be corroborated by _____ proof providing material comforts.

A) intangible B) transparent
C) tangible D) unique
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) tangible

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Filed Under: English
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0 1996
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Which of the following rivers does NOT originate from Amarkantak Plateau or nearby places?

A) Godavari B) Narmada
C) Tawa D) Son
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Godavari

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Filed Under: Indian Geography
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2 1995
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Which of the following has the lowest frequency?

A) Visible light B) Gamma rays
C) X­-rays D) Ultra violet rays
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Visible light

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Filed Under: Physics
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0 1995
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Which statement best describes perigee?

A) The closet point in the Moon's orbit to Earth B) The farthest point in the Moon's orbit to Earth
C) The closest point in Earth's orbit of the Sun D) The Sun's orbit that is closest to the Moon
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) The closet point in the Moon's orbit to Earth

Explanation:

The closet point in the Moon's orbit to Earth is called perigee whereas the farthest point in the Moon's orbit to Earth is called apogee.

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Filed Under: General Science
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2 1995
Q:

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the word similar in meaning to the word given.

Pillage

A) Bequeath B) Consign
C) Entrust D) Desecrate
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) Desecrate

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Filed Under: English
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0 1995
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Infiltration is the process by which rainwater becomes

A) river water B) ground water
C) salt water D) ocean water
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) ground water

Explanation:

The process of absorbtion of rain water by the soil on the earth is called infiltration. By this process, the rain water that falls on the soil becomes ground water.

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Filed Under: Chemistry
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3 1994
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In the question below, there is a word given in bold which is followed by five options. In each of the options, a pair of words is given which is either the pair of synonyms or antonyms or synonym & antonym of the word given in bold. Choose that pair as your answer.

Histrionic

A) Melodramatic, Theatrical B) Conscientious, Diligent
C) Tenacious, Retentive D) Thrive, Tussle
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Melodramatic, Theatrical

Explanation:

The meanings of the given words are as follows:
Histrionic: excessively theatrical or dramatic in character or style
Melodramatic: characteristic of melodrama, especially in being exaggerated or overemotional
Theatrical: exaggerated and excessively dramatic
Conscientious: wishing to do one's work or duty well and thoroughly
Diligent: having or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties
Tenacious: tending to keep a firm hold of something; clinging or adhering closely
Retentive: (of a person's memory) effective in retaining facts and impressions
Thrive: (of a child, animal, or plant) grow or develop well or vigorously
Tussle: a vigorous struggle or scuffle, typically in order to obtain or achieve something
Pertinent: relevant or applicable to a
particular matter; apposite Appropriate: suitable or proper in the circumstances
Therefore, it can be observed that option  i.e. ‘melodramatic, theatrical’ forms a synonym- synonym pair of ‘histrionic’.

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Filed Under: English
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0 1994
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In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the word similar in meaning to the word given.

Opulent

A) Fake B) Gloomy
C) Rich D) Selfish
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Rich

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Filed Under: English
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0 1994