SSC CHSL 2025 PYQ — Question 31

SSC CHSL - 13 Nov 2025 - Shift 3 • Reasoning • Q31

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 city's pollution levels are rising. To address this, the mayor must act quickly in the public's interest. Which step is most reasonable first?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

1) Organize a marathon
This will not help in reducing pollution and has no relevance to the problem at hand.
3) Paint buildings
Painting buildings has no connection to pollution control.
4) Open more markets
This could potentially increase, rather than decrease, traffic and pollution.
2) Further tighten emission regulations
This is the best initial step to directly reduce pollution.
Option B suggests further tightening emission regulations. This entails controlling pollution generated by vehicles, factories, and other sources. This measure directly targets the root cause of pollution and can help improve air quality.
Therefore, Option 2 is correct.