SSC CPO 2025 PYQ — Question 193

SSC CPO - 11 Dec 2025 - Shift 1 • English • Q193

Choose the correct option to rearrange the following sentences:
A. The rules were clear, but the loopholes clearer.
B. Compliance meant obedience; strategy meant survival.
C. He chose the latter without regret.
D. And the system applauded him for it.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

This paragraph presents a concise story about ethics and success using a very specific logical structure:

A (The Premise): 'The rules were clear, but the loopholes clearer

B (The Dilemma): 'Compliance meant obedience; strategy meant survival.'

C (The Decision): 'He chose the latter without regret.' —

D (The Consequence): 'And the system applauded him for it