SSC Stenographer 2025 PYQ — Question 143

SSC Stenographer - 07 Aug 2025 - Shift 3 • English • Q143

In the following question, the first and the last parts of the sentence/passage are numbered 1 and 6. The rest of the sentence/passage is split into four parts-P, Q, R, and S. These four parts are not given in their proper order. Read the sentence/passage and find the most logical order of the parts between 1 and 6.

Solar energy is gaining popularity worldwide.

P: It is available in abundance.

Q: This makes it a sustainable option.

R: Unlike fossil fuels, it doesn't emit harmful gases.

S: Also, it reduces dependency on non-renewable sources.

6. Hence, governments are investing in solar technology.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct logical order for the sentences provided in the passage is PQRS.

Logical Sequence:

1 & P: The passage starts by stating that solar energy is gaining popularity. Sentence P explains a primary reason for this: it is available in abundance.

Q: Because it is abundant, sentence Q follows logically by stating that this availability makes it a "sustainable option."

R & S: Sentences R and S provide additional environmental and practical benefits (lack of harmful gases and reduced dependency on non-renewables) that support why it is a sustainable choice.

6: The concluding sentence summarizes that due to these combined benefits (P, Q, R, and S), governments are now investing in the technology.