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SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 105

SSC CHSL Tier II - 26 Jun 2023 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q105

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In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Astronomers have discovered 62 new moons orbiting the ringed planet Saturn. Though some of the moons had been (1)________ as early as 2019, it takes more than sighting an object close to a planet to (2) ________ it is a moon and not an asteroid making a brief close passage to that planet.

Performing a painstaking (3) ________ of matching objects detected on different nights over the course of 24 months, the team tracked 63 objects that they ended up confirming as moons. One of (4) ________ satellites was revealed back in 2021, with the remaining 62 moons gradually announced over the past few weeks.

As per the Census-2011, which of the following states recorded the lowest population?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Sikkim

  • As per the 2011 Indian Census, the state that recorded the lowest population was Sikkim.
  • Sikkim, located in the northeastern part of India, is known for its scenic beauty and is one of the smallest and least populous states in the country.
  • Please note that demographic data can change over time due to factors such as birth rates, migration, and government policies, so it's important to consult the latest census data for the most up-to-date population figures.