SarkariPYQ

SSC GD 2025 PYQ — Question 1

SSC GD Const 2025 (English) - 11 Feb 2025 - Shift 3 • English • Q1

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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.

We often encounter people who appear delightful on the surface but are secretly struggling with inner sadness because they don't have money. For many, (1) __________ is often viewed as the key to happiness or sorrow. However, this is a misconception. While (2)__________ can provide material comforts such as food, luxurious homes, a healthy lifestyle and various conveniences, it cannot purchase true happiness. If wealth were the source of happiness, the rich would undoubtedly be the happiest individuals on earth. However, what we observe is quite the opposite—many wealthy people are plagued by (3)__________, anxiety, fear, stress and a variety of other problems. In conclusion, (4)__________ is unrelated to happiness and true joy often comes from nonmaterial aspects of life, such as relationships and personal fulfillment. Therefore, it is essential to recognise that (5)__________ can be found within oneself rather than in external possessions.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. wealth.

Context: The sentence discusses how people struggle with inner sadness because they lack money, implying that the blank refers to what is often associated with happiness or sorrow.

Meaning of the words:
Knowledge – Information or learning; does not relate to happiness from money.
Love – Affection; context focuses on financial struggle, so not appropriate.
Wealth – Abundance of money or material possessions; fits the context perfectly.
Friendship – Companionship; not linked to the discussion of money here.

Correct word: Wealth

Reason: Only “wealth” logically completes the sentence, connecting money with perceived happiness or sorrow.

Final Sentence: For many, wealth is often viewed as the key to happiness or sorrow.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.