SSC CHSL 2025 PYQ — Question 40

SSC CHSL - 13 Nov 2025 - Shift 2 • Reasoning • Q40

In this question some conditions or circumstances is provided to you, you have to make logical judgement according to mentioned circumstances and mark the correct judgement for question.
A municipal council must allocate a limited budget for infrastructure. The council has the choice to repair an old bridge, build a new park, improve water supply, or enhance local transportation. What action is most justified if the town has recently faced water shortages?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

1) Repair the old bridge
This may be useful, but it will not solve the problem of water scarcity.
2) Build a new park
A park is for recreation. Compared to water, it is not an immediate public necessity.
3) Improve the water supply
This option directly addresses the city's main problem (water scarcity).
4) Improve local transportation
Transportation is important, but it will not resolve the water shortage.
Option (3) is the correct answer.