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51.

Statement:
It may sound harsh but it is true that people no longer feel safe in the hands of the police.
Assumptions:
I. Police are unable to protect the citizens.
II. There is no certainty of one's life in police custody.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
Discussion
52.

Statement:
Governments, NGOs and social organisations routinely come up with announcements and informative advertising to create public awareness about various health threats and lifestyle-related diseases.
Assumptions:
I. These advertisements will help to minimize the health-related problems.
II. Such advertisements create awareness among the people.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» F.
Discussion
53.

Statement:
Ideas have always been more potent than the actual protagonists who act them out.
Assumptions:
I. Famous protagonists can make any idea famous despite their less importance.
II. Both ideas and protagonists have the same importance in any play.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» E. if both I and II are implicit.
Discussion
54.

Statement:
There are lessons to be learnt even in defeats.
Assumptions:
I. Some people do not take their defeats seriously.
II. The people who learn in their defeat may become successful in future.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» C. if either I or II is implicit.
Discussion
55.

Statement:
The union Govt needs to give greater attention to, and provide larger resources for, primary education and primary health.
Assumptions:
I. Primary education and primary health are in deteriorating state in our country.
II. Primary education and primary health are essential for improving all-round living standards of people of any country.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» C. if either I or II is implicit.
Discussion
56.

Statement:
Income in the hands of women contributes much more to the household food security and child nutrition then the income controlled by men.
Assumptions:
I. Women pay more attention to household nutrition.
II. Men are more interested in outside affairs.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» C. if either I or II is implicit.
Discussion
57.

Statement:
People are bound to reject changes in the basis Structure of the Constitution and any interference in the traditional communal harmony.
Assumptions:
I. This is a statement given by a leader of a party in opposition.
II. The government in power is making a move to amend the Constitution.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» C. if either I or II is implicit.
Discussion
58.

Statement:
Overs the years, successive railway ministers have utilised the employment potential of the railways in order to boost their political careers.
Assumptions:
I. Overs the years, Railways has witnessed tremendous vacancies for employment.
II. The political career of a political leader depends upon the direct benefit given by him to the people of his constituency.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» F.
Discussion
59.

Statement:
" Safety will be the primary concern. I hope that these enhanced outlays will go a long way in ensuring a safe and sound journey for the millions of passengers."-----Railway. Minister in her speech.
Assumptions:
I. -Railways has failed to ensure adequate safety measures for its passengers.
II. Safety measures are likely to prevent railways mishaps in future.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» F.
Discussion
60.

Statement:
" All the State Govts and UTs should go for compulsory video-filming of the post -mortem examinations in the cases of custodial deaths." ---National Human Right Commission.
Assumptions:
I. Doctors sometimes give false post-mortem report in case of custodial deaths.
II. The Kith and Kin of the victims do not get justice for custodial violence.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» F.
Discussion
61.

Statement:
"The state's executive machinery should take all necessary measures to stop hazardous and poisonous effluents from being discharged into Yamuna."--A court order
Assumptions:
I. The water of Yamuna is contaminated.
II. State machinery has failed to take adequate measures to prevent the problem of water pollution in Yamuna.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» F.
Discussion
62.

Statement:
India is suffering because citizens have given and taken votes based on caste/religion and not principles.
Assumptions:
I. The day of value-based voting are numbered in India.
II. The voting based on principles has the potential to nullify the problems created by the politics of caste and religion.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» E. if both I and II are implicit.
Discussion
63.

Statement:
People of Indian Origin (PIO) maintain their cultural traditions and values even though they have settled comfortably in their adopted countries.
Assumptions:
I. Indian culture is flexible enough to be adjusted with any other culture.
II. Indian culture is superior to other cultures.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» B. if only assumption II is implicit.
Discussion
64.

Statement:
If you lose after competing hard that's fine. If you lose without trying hard, that's what disappoints me.
Assumptions:
I. Losing after trying hard is excusable.
II. Lousing without effort is regrettable.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» E. if both I and II are implicit.
Discussion
65.

Statement:
" Strict action would be taken against the Municipal Corporation of Delhi employees if found guilty of connivance in illegal encroachments."-- The new Municipal Commissioner.
Assumptions:
I. Some employees of MCD indulge in corruption.
II. The warning given by Municipal Commissioner will minimise corruption.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» F.
Discussion
66.

Statement:
"Our population is now 100 cr. Let's have small family for stronger India."----a nasal message sent by the MTNL.
Assumptions:
I. Public messages sent through communication media are effective tools to achieve the desired end.
II. The runaway population growth seems to be a major cause of worry for the government.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» F.
Discussion
67.

Statement:
Thick milk does not mean high-quality milk ---Issued in public interest by a reputed milk company.
Assumptions:
I. There is misconception among the people that thick milk is good.
II. Some companies are producing adulterated thick milk.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» B. if only assumption II is implicit.
Discussion
68.

Statement
Unable to manage with the present salary, Tarun joined another company.
Assumptions
I. The new company has better work environment.
II. The present company offers moderate pay packet.
III. The new company offers higher salary to the all its employees.

A. All are implicit
B. None is implicit
C. Only II is implicit
D. II and III are implicit
Answer» D. II and III are implicit
Discussion
69.

Statement: Traffic jams on most of the roads in the city have become a regular feature during monsoon.
Assumption: I. Material used for road construction cannot withstand the fury of monsoon resulting into innumerable pot holes on the roads.
II Number of vehicles coming on the roads is much more in monsoon as compared to other seasons.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» B. if only assumption II is implicit.
Discussion
70.

Statement:
Poverty persists under conditions where human resource is undervalued, and land and other material resources are overvalued.
Assumptions:
I. Poverty can be eradicated by enhancing the human resource value.
II. There should be a balance between the valuation of human and material resources.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» F.
Discussion
71.

Statement:
In India that is short of nearly every essential commodity, there is only one product that we stock in excess: ministers.
Assumptions:
I. The more the number of ministers the easier it is to stock larger commodities.
II. The strength of ministry should be reduced.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» C. if either I or II is implicit.
Discussion
72.

Statement:
Courts are no longer cathedrals. They are casinos where the throw of the dice matters.
Assumptions:
I. Nowadays, the courts do not provide justice to deserving people.
II. The courts are not fulfilling the objective for which they were established.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» F.
Discussion
73.

Statement:
Though the Indians have returned from a disastrous tour, they should not be written off.
Assumptions:
I. In past, Indians had excellent tour.
II. In future, Indians may perform excellently as they did in past.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» E. if both I and II are implicit.
Discussion
74.

Statement:
Citizens and nations reveal their character by the way they treat their elderly and the disabled.
Assumptions:
I. Elderly and disabled are the most respectable in society.
II. Elderly and disabled are the people who need help of the society.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» F.
Discussion
75.

Statement:
"There should be no screening of film Kohram until further decision."--A High Court order.
Assumptions:
I. People abide by the decision of High Court.
II. Kohram is an objectionable movie.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» B. if only assumption II is implicit.
Discussion
76.

Statement:
"The Election Commission should curtail election expenditure."--
President of India
Assumptions:
I. Election Commission can be directed only by the President of India.
II. It is the Election Commission which can curtail the election expenditure.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» C. if either I or II is implicit.
Discussion
77.

Statement:
"Reservation policy for ST/SC should be extended for another ten years ."----Labour Minister.
Assumptions:
I. Reservation is still necessary for them to uplift them socially and economically.
II. SCs/STs are not so capable so they are given reservation.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» E. if both I and II are implicit.
Discussion
78.

Statement:
"Traffic police will be provided with alcometers to identify drunken drivers."
-Police chief .
Assumptions:
I. So many accidents take place everyday because of drunken drivers.
II. Alcometers is a machine which can identify the drunken persons very easily.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» F.
Discussion
79.

Statement:
"This time electronic voting machines will be used during elections."-Chief Election Commissioner.
Assumptions:
I. It will reduce malpractices during counting of votes.
II. Electronic voting machine is convenient for the voters to use.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» F.
Discussion
80.

Statement:
Residents of XYZ colony agitated for irregular water supply.
Assumptions:
I. Agitation is a right way to get the water supply.
II. Residents of the colony have acute problem of water supply.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» C. if either I or II is implicit.
Discussion
81.

Statement:
"Come and join my political campaign."--A political leader to film stars.
Assumptions:
I. People have more faith on the film stars.
II. Film stars are big crowd-pullers.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» C. if either I or II is implicit.
Discussion
82.

Statement:
"Nobel laureate Dr. Amartya Sen will be presented a Lifetime Card for free travel."--- Chairman of Indian Airlines.
Assumptions:
I. This is a good way of advertising the company.
II. Dr. Amartya Sen is the pride of India.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» F.
Discussion
83.

Statement:
Consumers are often deceived by terms like "goods once sold will not be taken back" or the goods are transported at"owner's risk"
Assumptions:
I. Bearing in mind these phrases , consumers are reluctant to seek compensation.
II. Such phrases do not provide a blanket exemption for the seller or the transporter.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» F.
Discussion
84.

Statement:
Mr Speight with the help of some gunmen arrested the PM of Fiji.
Assumptions:
I. The Prime Minister was corrupt and was not keen in the development of country.
II. Democratic system is very week in the country.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» E. if both I and II are implicit.
Discussion
85.

Statement:
"Students are not allowed to wear western dresses on the university campus."----V.C. of a reputed university.
Assumptions:
I. It looks vulgar and encourages more eve-teasing.
II. If the girls will come to the college in Indian dresses then they will concentrate more on studies.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» B. if only assumption II is implicit.
Discussion
86.

Statement:
In order to reduce the adverse effect of nature on the society one has to be aware, remain alert and find solutions to fight back.
Assumptions:
I. Awareness and alertness will help to reduce the adverse effect of nature.
II. There are possible solutions to fight against the adverse effect of nature.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» F.
Discussion
87.

Statement:
The finance ministry freshly brought out a hug revenue deficit because customs and excise have done badly due to severe industrial slowdown.
Assumptions:
I. Excise and customs has a good stake in revenue collection of the government.
II. Customs and excise has a strong link- up with industrial performance.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» F.
Discussion
88.

Statement:
"In every community where we sell our brands, we must remember we do not do business in markets ; we do business in societies."----A marketer
Assumptions:
I. Shops and markets are of no use in selling a brand.
II. The understanding of social behavior is a must for the marketers.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» C. if either I or II is implicit.
Discussion
89.

Statement:
Some days you settle down peacefully with your morning coffee. Then you open the papers and the adrenaline picks in.
Assumptions:
I. Coffee and papers are an integral part of the common man's life.
II. On same days the paper carry sensational news.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» C. if either I or II is implicit.
Discussion
90.

Statement:
Have fun this new year eve, but not at others cost.----Delhi Police
Assumptions:
I. Generally, people celebrate new year's party on others expenses.
II. people will enjoy the new year eve with a bang.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» C. if either I or II is implicit.
Discussion
91.

Statement:
Reckless partying can lead to health problems and you may reach a hospital straight from the discotheque.
Assumptions:
I. Heavy drinking is the main reason of the health problems.
II. Sometimes dancing may lead to health problems.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
Discussion
92.

Statement:
Live a full life. Don't drink and drive.---Delhi Traffic Police in its ad.
Assumptions:
I. Driving after drinking may cause accidents.
II. Some people generally drive after drinking.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» F.
Discussion
93.

Statement:
If you are a middleman, the Internet's promise of cheaper prices and faster services can "dis-intermediate" you.
Assumptions:
I. Middlemen are often found as a major hindrance to efficient working of the economy.
II. Middlemen have the main role of assisting the transaction between the producer and the consumer.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» C. if either I or II is implicit.
Discussion
94.

Statement:
Mother tongue is undoubtedly the most facile language for children to learn in their early part of schooling.
Assumptions:
I. Learning other language will give extra stress on the mind of early school children.
II. After maturing students can learn in other languages also.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» E. if both I and II are implicit.
Discussion
95.

Statement:
Success and failure are part of every individual's life and career.
Assumptions:
I. The speaker has an idea about the life of average people.
II. The statement will boost up those who have failed in life.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» C. if either I or II is implicit.
Discussion
96.

Statement:
The Net has a lot of useless sites floating around and www.bigwaste.com is one of them, the difference being that it admits to being a big waste of time.
Assumptions:
I. Most of the websites claim to be useful ever when they or not so.
II. The Net has no mechanism to distinguish useless sites from useful ones.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» B. if only assumption II is implicit.
Discussion
97.

Statement:
"We are in talks with the Japanese Bank for International cooperation (JBIC) for the second tranche of Rs 1,600 crore."- Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) chairman.
Assumptions:
I. DMRC has already received the first tranche of the loan from JBIC.
II. Talks for receiving the first tranche of the JBIC loan have been finalised.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» C. if either I or II is implicit.
Discussion
98.

Statement:
A brand is essentially a seller's promise to consistently deliver a specific set of features, benefits and service to the buyers.
Assumptions:
I. A branded good always gives satisfaction to the buyers.
II. An unbranded good does possess the same set of features as that of branded goods.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» E. if both I and II are implicit.
Discussion
99.

Statement:
From the worldwide advertising hype one would imagine that the new year 2000 will be a magic wand changing with a swishing wave, India and the world.
.Assumptions:
I. One's imagining greatly depends on advertisement.
II. There will be nothing new on the millennium eve.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» B. if only assumption II is implicit.
Discussion
100.

Statement:
On the net, an entrepreneur located in the metaphorical Jhumritalaiya can become a global player.
Assumptions:
I. Nowadays net is the best way for advertisement of an entrepreneur.
II. Only that entrepreneur can become a global player whose business is related to computer software.

A. if only assumption I is implicit.
B. if only assumption II is implicit.
C. if either I or II is implicit.
D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
E. if both I and II are implicit.
Answer» E. if both I and II are implicit.
Discussion