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Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Prospect
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Delight
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Apparent
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Appreciated
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Conclave
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Affirmed
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Oriented
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Afflicted
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
The possibility that something good might happen in the future.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
Clearly visible or understood.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
State emphatically or publicly.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
Causing pain, suffering, or distress.
A statement with one blank is given below. Choose the set of words from the given options which can be used to fill the given blank.
The English ____ English.
Explanation: Solution: <br> This sentence requires a passive voice construction. Let's first define passive voice. <br> In grammar, the passive voice is a grammatical construction where the subject of the sentence receives the action of the verb. The agent performing the action may be omitted or stated using 'by.' For example, in the active sentence 'The dog chased the cat,' the subject ('the dog') performs the action ('chased'). In the passive voice, this becomes 'The cat was chased by the dog,' where the subject ('the cat') receives the action. <br> In the given sentence, 'English' is the thing being spoken. It's receiving the action of speaking. Therefore, we need a passive verb form. <br> Let's examine why the other options are incorrect: <br> Option A: speak - This is an active verb, implying that English is doing the speaking, which is illogical. <br> Option B: spoke - This is the past tense of 'speak,' again active and nonsensical in this context. <br> Option C: spoken - This is the past participle of 'speak,' which can be used in passive constructions, but it needs an auxiliary verb (like 'is,' 'was,' 'has been,' etc.). On its own, it's incomplete in this sentence. <br> Option D: is spoken - This is the correct answer because 'is spoken' is a passive construction in the present simple tense. 'Is' is the auxiliary verb, and 'spoken' is the past participle, correctly forming the passive voice. The sentence means 'English is spoken as English.'
A statement with one blank is given below. Choose the set of words from the given options which can be used to fill the given blank.
The rain comes the clouds.
Explanation: Solution: <br> The correct answer is C: from<br> First, let's define the word 'from'. 'From' is a preposition indicating origin or source. <br> The sentence describes the origin of rain. Rain originates in, or comes from, clouds. Therefore, 'from' accurately describes the relationship between rain and clouds. <br> Let's look at why the other options are incorrect: <br> A: in - Rain is not *in* the clouds in the sense of being contained within them like objects in a box. Rain *falls from* the clouds. <br> B: near - 'Near' indicates proximity, but doesn't explain the origin of the rain. Rain is not simply near clouds; it originates from them. <br> D: under - Rain doesn't come from *under* the clouds. It comes *from* the clouds and falls *down* to the earth.
A statement with one blank is given below. Choose the set of words from the given options which can be used to fill the given blank.
The ship....., Robinson arrived on the Island.
Explanation: Solution: <br> The ship having been broken, Robinson arrived on the Island. <br> In this sentence, the use of the participle phrase 'having been broken' correctly describes an action that was completed before the main action (Robinson arriving on the island). It indicates that the ship had already been broken before Robinson arrived. <br> Option A: had been broken is incorrect because it requires a different sentence structure, like 'The ship had been broken when Robinson arrived on the island.' <br> Option C: having broken is incorrect because it suggests that the ship itself broke something, which is not the intended meaning. <br> Option D: has broken is incorrect because it indicates a present perfect tense, which doesn't fit the sequence of events where the ship breaking happened before Robinson's arrival. <br> Conclusion: The correct answer is Option B: having been broken, as it properly conveys the sequence of events where the ship had already been broken before Robinson arrived.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
Rahul fought tooth and nail to save his company.
Explanation: tooth and nail: with all one's resources or energy; fiercely.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
He has made his mark in politics.
Explanation: made his mark: To do something that will be remembered or that makes one famous or successful.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
He rides the high horse because of his high connection.
Explanation: Rides the high horse: To feel proud.
Out of given alternatives select the word which is correctly spelt.
Choose the correct spelling.
Out of given alternatives select the word which is correctly spelt.
Choose the correct spelling.
Out of given alternatives select the word which is correctly spelt.
Choose the correct spelling.
Out of given alternatives select the word which is correctly spelt.
Choose the correct spelling.
Which of phrases given below each sentence should replace the phrase printed in bold type to make the grammatically correct? If the sentence is correct as it is, mark 'd' as the answer.
Such books (a)/ which you read (b)/ are not worth reading (c)/ No error (d)
Explanation: The books
Which of phrases given below each sentence should replace the phrase printed in bold type to make the grammatically correct? If the sentence is correct as it is, mark 'd' as the answer.
Tagore was (a)/ one of the greatest poet (b)/ that ever lived (c)/ No error (d)
Explanation: poets
Which of phrases given below each sentence should replace the phrase printed in bold type to make the grammatically correct? If the sentence is correct as it is, mark 'd' as the answer.
You may please (a)/ apply for an advance of salary (b)/ to cover costs of transport (c)/ No error (d)
Explanation: advance salary
Direction: Study the following information carefully and answer the question given below. <br><br> The proposed Outward Direct Investment (ODI) policy may contain provisions to make it easy for many Indian firms, envisioning ambitious plans to transform themselves into multi-national companies (MNC), to go global and expand. <br><br> Approval requirements and other norms would be simplified in a manner that would encourage 'internationalisation' of Indian companies. However, sources, privy to the developments, also said the ODI policy was expected to tighten regulations to prevent round-tripping structures, where funds are routed by India-based companies into a newly formed or existing overseas subsidiary and then brought back to India to circumvent regulations here. They said the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Finance Ministry (tax department) were concerned about such structures. <br><br> In his 2018-19 Budget speech, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said, 'The government will review existing guidelines and processes and bring out a coherent and integrated ODI policy.' According to India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF), 'Indian firms invest in foreign shores primarily through mergers and acquisition (M&A) transactions. With rising M&A activity, companies will get direct access to newer and more extensive markets, and better technologies, which would enable them to increase their customer base and achieve a global reach.' Currently, the jurisdiction over ODI is mainly with the RBI, and the concerned law here is the Foreign Exchange Management Act.<br><br> Export-Import Bank of India (EXIM Bank), in a July 2017 research brief, had said: '... policy measures by way of removing hindrances and providing broad support (such as financial and technological), especially to firms with small foreign investment intensities (small overseas investment positions) can help improve firms' competitiveness, export earnings and sales.' It added, 'This support can also be targeted towards export firms particularly if they are planning for technology-seeking ODI.' The research brief also said the EXIM Bank's Overseas Investment Finance programme offers financial support measures to further Indian firms' overseas investments, particularly those of outward-oriented small and medium enterprises. <br><br> As per Finance Ministry data, India's ODI rose 56.1% year-on-year from $6.8 billion in 2014-15 to $10.6 billion in 2015-16, and further up by 39.37% to $14.8 billion in 2016-17. Top ten ODI destination countries in FY'15, FY'16 and FY'17 included Mauritius, Singapore, the U.S., the UAE, the Netherlands, the U.K, Switzerland, Russia, Jersey and British Virgin Islands. Cumulatively, these nations were the beneficiaries of 84% or more of India's ODI during each of those financial years.
The Finance Ministry and RBI were anxious about which of the following?
Explanation: Refer to: <br> ODI policy was expected to tighten regulations to prevent round-tripping structures, where funds are routed by India-based companies into a newly formed or existing overseas subsidiary and then brought back to India to circumvent regulations here. They said the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Finance Ministry (tax department) were concerned about such structures. <br> With the above highlighted text it is clear that the round-tripping i.e deceitful to and fro of the funds by the Indian companies is the point of concern for RBI and Finance ministry. <br> It includes not just the outflow but also the inflow of funds in order to deceit the authorities. This makes option D incorrect. <br> Rest of the options are nowhere in the context of the passage. <br> Hence option B is correct.
Direction: Study the following information carefully and answer the question given below. <br><br> The proposed Outward Direct Investment (ODI) policy may contain provisions to make it easy for many Indian firms, envisioning ambitious plans to transform themselves into multi-national companies (MNC), to go global and expand. <br><br> Approval requirements and other norms would be simplified in a manner that would encourage 'internationalisation' of Indian companies. However, sources, privy to the developments, also said the ODI policy was expected to tighten regulations to prevent round-tripping structures, where funds are routed by India-based companies into a newly formed or existing overseas subsidiary and then brought back to India to circumvent regulations here. They said the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Finance Ministry (tax department) were concerned about such structures. <br><br> In his 2018-19 Budget speech, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said, 'The government will review existing guidelines and processes and bring out a coherent and integrated ODI policy.' According to India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF), 'Indian firms invest in foreign shores primarily through mergers and acquisition (M&A) transactions. With rising M&A activity, companies will get direct access to newer and more extensive markets, and better technologies, which would enable them to increase their customer base and achieve a global reach.' Currently, the jurisdiction over ODI is mainly with the RBI, and the concerned law here is the Foreign Exchange Management Act.<br><br> Export-Import Bank of India (EXIM Bank), in a July 2017 research brief, had said: '... policy measures by way of removing hindrances and providing broad support (such as financial and technological), especially to firms with small foreign investment intensities (small overseas investment positions) can help improve firms' competitiveness, export earnings and sales.' It added, 'This support can also be targeted towards export firms particularly if they are planning for technology-seeking ODI.' The research brief also said the EXIM Bank's Overseas Investment Finance programme offers financial support measures to further Indian firms' overseas investments, particularly those of outward-oriented small and medium enterprises. <br><br> As per Finance Ministry data, India's ODI rose 56.1% year-on-year from $6.8 billion in 2014-15 to $10.6 billion in 2015-16, and further up by 39.37% to $14.8 billion in 2016-17. Top ten ODI destination countries in FY'15, FY'16 and FY'17 included Mauritius, Singapore, the U.S., the UAE, the Netherlands, the U.K, Switzerland, Russia, Jersey and British Virgin Islands. Cumulatively, these nations were the beneficiaries of 84% or more of India's ODI during each of those financial years.
Which of the following is true in the context of the passage? <br> I. The dynamics on the rise in ODI by India is released by IBEF. <br> II. The government will review new guidelines to form a coherent policy on ODI. <br> III. The present ODI policy may help Indian firms to transform into MNCs.
Explanation: Refer to: As per Finance Ministry data, India's ODI rose 56.1% year-on-year from $6.8 billion in 2014-15 to $10.6 billion in 2015-16, and further up by 39.37% to $14.8 billion in 2016-17. <br> It is clear that the concerned dynamics were given by Finance Ministry and not by IBEF. Thus statement I is not true. <br> The government will review existing guidelines and processes and bring out a coherent and integrated ODI policy.' <br> It is clear from the underlined text that the government will review existing guidelines of ODI policy. <br> Thus statement II is false. <br> The proposed Outward Direct Investment (ODI) policy may contain provisions to make it easy for many Indian firms, envisioning ambitious plans to transform themselves into multi-national companies (MNC), to go global and expand. <br> It is clear that the proposed policy may have such transforming effect and not the current policy. <br> Thus statement III is also false. <br> Since none of the statements is true. <br> Hence option E is correct.
Direction: Study the following information carefully and answer the question given below. <br><br> The proposed Outward Direct Investment (ODI) policy may contain provisions to make it easy for many Indian firms, envisioning ambitious plans to transform themselves into multi-national companies (MNC), to go global and expand. <br><br> Approval requirements and other norms would be simplified in a manner that would encourage 'internationalisation' of Indian companies. However, sources, privy to the developments, also said the ODI policy was expected to tighten regulations to prevent round-tripping structures, where funds are routed by India-based companies into a newly formed or existing overseas subsidiary and then brought back to India to circumvent regulations here. They said the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Finance Ministry (tax department) were concerned about such structures. <br><br> In his 2018-19 Budget speech, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said, 'The government will review existing guidelines and processes and bring out a coherent and integrated ODI policy.' According to India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF), 'Indian firms invest in foreign shores primarily through mergers and acquisition (M&A) transactions. With rising M&A activity, companies will get direct access to newer and more extensive markets, and better technologies, which would enable them to increase their customer base and achieve a global reach.' Currently, the jurisdiction over ODI is mainly with the RBI, and the concerned law here is the Foreign Exchange Management Act.<br><br> Export-Import Bank of India (EXIM Bank), in a July 2017 research brief, had said: '... policy measures by way of removing hindrances and providing broad support (such as financial and technological), especially to firms with small foreign investment intensities (small overseas investment positions) can help improve firms' competitiveness, export earnings and sales.' It added, 'This support can also be targeted towards export firms particularly if they are planning for technology-seeking ODI.' The research brief also said the EXIM Bank's Overseas Investment Finance programme offers financial support measures to further Indian firms' overseas investments, particularly those of outward-oriented small and medium enterprises. <br><br> As per Finance Ministry data, India's ODI rose 56.1% year-on-year from $6.8 billion in 2014-15 to $10.6 billion in 2015-16, and further up by 39.37% to $14.8 billion in 2016-17. Top ten ODI destination countries in FY'15, FY'16 and FY'17 included Mauritius, Singapore, the U.S., the UAE, the Netherlands, the U.K, Switzerland, Russia, Jersey and British Virgin Islands. Cumulatively, these nations were the beneficiaries of 84% or more of India's ODI during each of those financial years.
How overseas M&A transactions are supportive to higher customer base as per the passage? <br> I. They will have a joint customer base of both the companies post merger. <br> II. It will ensure company's exposure to new markets and customers. <br> III. Having global acknowledgement would ensure higher brand value.
Explanation: Refer to: <br> With rising M&A activity, companies will get direct access to newer and more extensive markets, and better technologies, which would enable them to increase their customer base and achieve a global reach. <br> With the above highlighted text, it is clear that exposure to new markets is a reason for rise in customer base. Thus statement II is true. <br> However, statement I is not even mentioned in the passage, thus this can't be constituted as a reason to higher customer base. <br> Whereas statement III talks about higher brand value which may indirectly raise customer base, but is not mentioned in the passage. Thus will not be considered true. <br> Since statement II is true only. <br> Hence option C is correct.
Direction: Study the following information carefully and answer the question given below. <br><br> The proposed Outward Direct Investment (ODI) policy may contain provisions to make it easy for many Indian firms, envisioning ambitious plans to transform themselves into multi-national companies (MNC), to go global and expand. <br><br> Approval requirements and other norms would be simplified in a manner that would encourage 'internationalisation' of Indian companies. However, sources, privy to the developments, also said the ODI policy was expected to tighten regulations to prevent round-tripping structures, where funds are routed by India-based companies into a newly formed or existing overseas subsidiary and then brought back to India to circumvent regulations here. They said the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Finance Ministry (tax department) were concerned about such structures. <br><br> In his 2018-19 Budget speech, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said, 'The government will review existing guidelines and processes and bring out a coherent and integrated ODI policy.' According to India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF), 'Indian firms invest in foreign shores primarily through mergers and acquisition (M&A) transactions. With rising M&A activity, companies will get direct access to newer and more extensive markets, and better technologies, which would enable them to increase their customer base and achieve a global reach.' Currently, the jurisdiction over ODI is mainly with the RBI, and the concerned law here is the Foreign Exchange Management Act.<br><br> Export-Import Bank of India (EXIM Bank), in a July 2017 research brief, had said: '... policy measures by way of removing hindrances and providing broad support (such as financial and technological), especially to firms with small foreign investment intensities (small overseas investment positions) can help improve firms' competitiveness, export earnings and sales.' It added, 'This support can also be targeted towards export firms particularly if they are planning for technology-seeking ODI.' The research brief also said the EXIM Bank's Overseas Investment Finance programme offers financial support measures to further Indian firms' overseas investments, particularly those of outward-oriented small and medium enterprises. <br><br> As per Finance Ministry data, India's ODI rose 56.1% year-on-year from $6.8 billion in 2014-15 to $10.6 billion in 2015-16, and further up by 39.37% to $14.8 billion in 2016-17. Top ten ODI destination countries in FY'15, FY'16 and FY'17 included Mauritius, Singapore, the U.S., the UAE, the Netherlands, the U.K, Switzerland, Russia, Jersey and British Virgin Islands. Cumulatively, these nations were the beneficiaries of 84% or more of India's ODI during each of those financial years.
Which of the following is not true as per the passage? <br> I. RBI Act is the concerned law for ODI. <br> II. New Zealand is among the top ten ODI destinations. <br> III. Broad support can also be targeted towards import firms.
Explanation: Refer to: <br> Currently, the jurisdiction over ODI is mainly with the RBI, and the concerned law here is the Foreign Exchange Management Act. <br> Thus statement I is not true. <br> Top ten ODI destination countries in FY'15, FY'16 and FY'17 included Mauritius, Singapore, the U.S., the UAE, the Netherlands, the U.K, Switzerland, Russia, Jersey and British Virgin Islands. <br> Thus statement II is untrue. <br> .. policy measures by way of removing hindrances and providing broad support (such as financial and technological), especially to firms with small foreign investment intensities (small overseas investment positions) can help improve firms' competitiveness, export earnings and sales. It added, 'This support can also be targeted towards export firms particularly if they are planning for technology-seeking ODI. <br> Thus statement III is not true. <br> Hence option D is correct.
Direction: Study the following information carefully and answer the question given below. <br><br> The proposed Outward Direct Investment (ODI) policy may contain provisions to make it easy for many Indian firms, envisioning ambitious plans to transform themselves into multi-national companies (MNC), to go global and expand. <br><br> Approval requirements and other norms would be simplified in a manner that would encourage 'internationalisation' of Indian companies. However, sources, privy to the developments, also said the ODI policy was expected to tighten regulations to prevent round-tripping structures, where funds are routed by India-based companies into a newly formed or existing overseas subsidiary and then brought back to India to circumvent regulations here. They said the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Finance Ministry (tax department) were concerned about such structures. <br><br> In his 2018-19 Budget speech, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said, 'The government will review existing guidelines and processes and bring out a coherent and integrated ODI policy.' According to India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF), 'Indian firms invest in foreign shores primarily through mergers and acquisition (M&A) transactions. With rising M&A activity, companies will get direct access to newer and more extensive markets, and better technologies, which would enable them to increase their customer base and achieve a global reach.' Currently, the jurisdiction over ODI is mainly with the RBI, and the concerned law here is the Foreign Exchange Management Act.<br><br> Export-Import Bank of India (EXIM Bank), in a July 2017 research brief, had said: '... policy measures by way of removing hindrances and providing broad support (such as financial and technological), especially to firms with small foreign investment intensities (small overseas investment positions) can help improve firms' competitiveness, export earnings and sales.' It added, 'This support can also be targeted towards export firms particularly if they are planning for technology-seeking ODI.' The research brief also said the EXIM Bank's Overseas Investment Finance programme offers financial support measures to further Indian firms' overseas investments, particularly those of outward-oriented small and medium enterprises. <br><br> As per Finance Ministry data, India's ODI rose 56.1% year-on-year from $6.8 billion in 2014-15 to $10.6 billion in 2015-16, and further up by 39.37% to $14.8 billion in 2016-17. Top ten ODI destination countries in FY'15, FY'16 and FY'17 included Mauritius, Singapore, the U.S., the UAE, the Netherlands, the U.K, Switzerland, Russia, Jersey and British Virgin Islands. Cumulatively, these nations were the beneficiaries of 84% or more of India's ODI during each of those financial years.
What could be a suitable title of the passage?
Explanation: 'Money laundering' is not directly quoted in the passage, rather one of its phenomena is used at a point where Round-tripping of funds is mentioned. Thus it can't be a suitable title. <br> 'Avenues of ODIs' are mentioned in the last paragraph only. Thus it's not an appropriate choice. <br> 'Regulators of Outward Direct Investment' is the least talked topic. Thus there is no point of option E being a suitable title. <br> Between options A and C, Option A is the most appropriate choice as it covers both the negatives and positives about ODI as mentioned in the passage. <br> Option C though mentioned in most of the parts of the passage but it covers only one aspect i.e. internationalization out of the various talked like- ODI avenues, cons of ODI etc. in the passage. This makes it inappropriate choice. <br> Hence option A is correct.
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