Level up your gk analogy skills with this challenging mix. 20 advanced-level problems await in Worksheet 24 of 30. Focus area: festival-celebration. Learn country-capital, author-book, inventor-invention through systematic practice. Designed for advanced learners seeking complex scenarios and multi-step problems.
Relationship Pattern: This analogy establishes an author-literary work relationship. Munshi Premchand is the author of the famous work Godan.
Literary Context: Godan is one of the most renowned works by Munshi Premchand and represents their literary contribution.
Pattern Application: Following the same relationship, we need to identify a famous literary work by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay.
Literary Verification: Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay is the author of Anandamath, which is one of their most celebrated works.
Answer: Anandamath
Additional Information: - Both works are significant contributions to literature - Godan and Anandamath have received critical acclaim and popular recognition - These works often appear in literature and general knowledge sections of exams
Memory Aid: Group authors by language/region - Indian English (Tagore, Narayan, Roy), Classical English (Shakespeare, Dickens), Hindi (Premchand), and Contemporary (Rushdie, Ghosh).
Exam Relevance: Author-book analogies are common in SSC, Railway, Banking exams and all competitive tests with a general awareness section.
Question 2
Virat Kohli : Cricket :: Cristiano Ronaldo : ?
Step-by-step solution:
Relationship Pattern: This analogy establishes a player-sport relationship. Virat Kohli is a famous Cricket player.
Sports Context: Virat Kohli is one of the most renowned athletes in Cricket and has achieved significant success in this sport.
Pattern Application: Following the same relationship, we need to identify which sport Cristiano Ronaldo plays.
Sports Verification: Cristiano Ronaldo is a professional Football player.
Answer: Football
Additional Context: - Both athletes are/were at the top of their respective sports - They represent excellence in their fields and have won major championships/awards - Knowledge of current sports personalities is essential for competitive exams
Memory Aid: Group athletes by sport - Cricket (Tendulkar, Kohli, Dhoni), Football (Messi, Ronaldo), Tennis (Federer, Nadal, Djokovic), Badminton (Sindhu, Nehwal).
Exam Relevance: Player-sport analogies are very common in SSC, Railway, Banking, and all competitive exams, especially with current Indian sports achievers.
Question 3
P.V. Sindhu : Badminton :: Saina Nehwal : ?
Step-by-step solution:
Relationship Pattern: This analogy establishes a player-sport relationship. P.V. Sindhu is a famous Badminton player.
Sports Context: P.V. Sindhu is one of the most renowned athletes in Badminton and has achieved significant success in this sport.
Pattern Application: Following the same relationship, we need to identify which sport Saina Nehwal plays.
Sports Verification: Saina Nehwal is a professional Badminton player.
Answer: Badminton
Additional Context: - Both athletes are/were at the top of their respective sports - They represent excellence in their fields and have won major championships/awards - Knowledge of current sports personalities is essential for competitive exams
Memory Aid: Group athletes by sport - Cricket (Tendulkar, Kohli, Dhoni), Football (Messi, Ronaldo), Tennis (Federer, Nadal, Djokovic), Badminton (Sindhu, Nehwal).
Exam Relevance: Player-sport analogies are very common in SSC, Railway, Banking, and all competitive exams, especially with current Indian sports achievers.
Question 4
Lala Lajpat Rai : Simon Commission Protest :: Bal Gangadhar Tilak : ?
Step-by-step solution:
Complex Relationship Analysis: This analogy tests the association between freedom fighters and their most prominent movements or contributions to India's independence struggle.
First Pair Deep Dive: Lala Lajpat Rai was closely associated with the Simon Commission Protest. This connection is significant because it represents their primary contribution or the movement they led/participated in prominently.
Historical Significance: Understanding the context - Lala Lajpat Rai's role in Simon Commission Protest shaped a particular aspect of India's freedom struggle, whether through revolutionary means, non-violent resistance, or organizational leadership.
Second Term Analysis: Bal Gangadhar Tilak was another prominent freedom fighter whose contribution needs to be identified.
Applying Historical Knowledge: Bal Gangadhar Tilak was most famously associated with the Home Rule Movement. This movement/organization represented their primary contribution to India's independence.
Answer: Home Rule Movement
Detailed Verification: - The relationship maintains the freedom fighter-movement association pattern - Both pairs represent significant contributions to India's freedom struggle - The time periods and ideological alignments are historically consistent
Why This Is Hard: - Requires detailed knowledge of multiple freedom fighters and their specific contributions - Many freedom fighters participated in multiple movements, requiring identification of their PRIMARY association - Tests understanding of both revolutionary and non-revolutionary approaches to independence
Common Mistakes to Avoid: - Confusing contemporaries who participated in similar movements - Mixing up leaders of different ideological streams (revolutionary vs. moderate vs. extremist) - Overlooking lesser-known but significant movements
Memory Strategy: Create mental categories: Revolutionary (Bhagat Singh, Chandrashekhar Azad), Moderate (Gokhale, Naoroji), Extremist (Tilak, Lal-Bal-Pal), Military (Subhas Bose, Rash Behari Bose), and Social Reform (Vinoba Bhave, Jayaprakash Narayan).
Exam Context: Such complex analogies are common in UPSC CSAT Paper II, SSC CGL Tier-II, and State PSC mains examinations where deep historical understanding is tested.
Relationship Pattern: This analogy establishes an author-literary work relationship. Amitav Ghosh is the author of the famous work The Glass Palace.
Literary Context: The Glass Palace is one of the most renowned works by Amitav Ghosh and represents their literary contribution.
Pattern Application: Following the same relationship, we need to identify a famous literary work by Salman Rushdie.
Literary Verification: Salman Rushdie is the author of Midnight's Children, which is one of their most celebrated works.
Answer: Midnight's Children
Additional Information: - Both works are significant contributions to literature - The Glass Palace and Midnight's Children have received critical acclaim and popular recognition - These works often appear in literature and general knowledge sections of exams
Memory Aid: Group authors by language/region - Indian English (Tagore, Narayan, Roy), Classical English (Shakespeare, Dickens), Hindi (Premchand), and Contemporary (Rushdie, Ghosh).
Exam Relevance: Author-book analogies are common in SSC, Railway, Banking exams and all competitive tests with a general awareness section.
Complex Relationship Analysis: This analogy tests the association between freedom fighters and their most prominent movements or contributions to India's independence struggle.
First Pair Deep Dive: Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan was closely associated with the Khudai Khidmatgar. This connection is significant because it represents their primary contribution or the movement they led/participated in prominently.
Historical Significance: Understanding the context - Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan's role in Khudai Khidmatgar shaped a particular aspect of India's freedom struggle, whether through revolutionary means, non-violent resistance, or organizational leadership.
Second Term Analysis: Vinoba Bhave was another prominent freedom fighter whose contribution needs to be identified.
Applying Historical Knowledge: Vinoba Bhave was most famously associated with the Bhoodan Movement. This movement/organization represented their primary contribution to India's independence.
Answer: Bhoodan Movement
Detailed Verification: - The relationship maintains the freedom fighter-movement association pattern - Both pairs represent significant contributions to India's freedom struggle - The time periods and ideological alignments are historically consistent
Why This Is Hard: - Requires detailed knowledge of multiple freedom fighters and their specific contributions - Many freedom fighters participated in multiple movements, requiring identification of their PRIMARY association - Tests understanding of both revolutionary and non-revolutionary approaches to independence
Common Mistakes to Avoid: - Confusing contemporaries who participated in similar movements - Mixing up leaders of different ideological streams (revolutionary vs. moderate vs. extremist) - Overlooking lesser-known but significant movements
Memory Strategy: Create mental categories: Revolutionary (Bhagat Singh, Chandrashekhar Azad), Moderate (Gokhale, Naoroji), Extremist (Tilak, Lal-Bal-Pal), Military (Subhas Bose, Rash Behari Bose), and Social Reform (Vinoba Bhave, Jayaprakash Narayan).
Exam Context: Such complex analogies are common in UPSC CSAT Paper II, SSC CGL Tier-II, and State PSC mains examinations where deep historical understanding is tested.
Question 9
Kathakali : Kerala :: Kuchipudi : ?
Step-by-step solution:
Relationship Identification: Kathakali is a traditional dance form that originated in Kerala. This establishes a dance-origin relationship.
Cultural Context: Dance forms are integral to regional culture and reflect the artistic traditions, history, and social practices of their places of origin. Kathakali represents the cultural heritage of Kerala.
Pattern Application: We need to identify where the Kuchipudi dance form originated.
Cultural Verification: Kuchipudi is a traditional dance form from Andhra Pradesh.
Answer: Andhra Pradesh
Why This Is Medium Difficulty: - Requires knowledge of regional Indian classical and folk dances - Many states have multiple dance forms, requiring specific identification - Tests understanding of both classical (Bharatanatyam, Kathak) and folk (Bihu, Garba) traditions - Some dances are performed in multiple regions but have one primary origin
Cultural Significance: - India has 8 classical dance forms recognized by the Sangeet Natak Akademi - Each dance form has unique characteristics, costumes, and musical traditions - Folk dances vary significantly across Indian states and reflect local festivals and traditions
Important Distinctions: - Classical Dances: Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Kathakali, Kuchipudi, Manipuri, Mohiniyattam, Odissi, Sattriya - Folk Dances: Bihu (Assam), Bhangra (Punjab), Garba (Gujarat), Ghoomar (Rajasthan), Lavani (Maharashtra) - Some dances span multiple states (Chhau in Jharkhand/Odisha/West Bengal)
Exam Context: Dance-origin analogies are asked in: - SSC CGL (cultural awareness section) - State PSC exams (especially in respective states) - Railway NTPC and Group D - Banking exams (general awareness) - UPSC CSAT (occasionally in reasoning section)
Question 10
Sarojini Naidu : Salt March :: Annie Besant : ?
Step-by-step solution:
Complex Relationship Analysis: This analogy tests the association between freedom fighters and their most prominent movements or contributions to India's independence struggle.
First Pair Deep Dive: Sarojini Naidu was closely associated with the Salt March. This connection is significant because it represents their primary contribution or the movement they led/participated in prominently.
Historical Significance: Understanding the context - Sarojini Naidu's role in Salt March shaped a particular aspect of India's freedom struggle, whether through revolutionary means, non-violent resistance, or organizational leadership.
Second Term Analysis: Annie Besant was another prominent freedom fighter whose contribution needs to be identified.
Applying Historical Knowledge: Annie Besant was most famously associated with the Home Rule Movement. This movement/organization represented their primary contribution to India's independence.
Answer: Home Rule Movement
Detailed Verification: - The relationship maintains the freedom fighter-movement association pattern - Both pairs represent significant contributions to India's freedom struggle - The time periods and ideological alignments are historically consistent
Why This Is Hard: - Requires detailed knowledge of multiple freedom fighters and their specific contributions - Many freedom fighters participated in multiple movements, requiring identification of their PRIMARY association - Tests understanding of both revolutionary and non-revolutionary approaches to independence
Common Mistakes to Avoid: - Confusing contemporaries who participated in similar movements - Mixing up leaders of different ideological streams (revolutionary vs. moderate vs. extremist) - Overlooking lesser-known but significant movements
Memory Strategy: Create mental categories: Revolutionary (Bhagat Singh, Chandrashekhar Azad), Moderate (Gokhale, Naoroji), Extremist (Tilak, Lal-Bal-Pal), Military (Subhas Bose, Rash Behari Bose), and Social Reform (Vinoba Bhave, Jayaprakash Narayan).
Exam Context: Such complex analogies are common in UPSC CSAT Paper II, SSC CGL Tier-II, and State PSC mains examinations where deep historical understanding is tested.
Question 11
Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana : Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas :: Saubhagya Scheme : ?
Step-by-step solution:
Complex Administrative Relationship: This analogy tests detailed knowledge of Indian government schemes and their administrative structure, which requires understanding of both policy initiatives and ministerial organization.
First Pair Analysis: Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana is implemented and overseen by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. This establishes a scheme-ministry relationship.
Governance Context: Government schemes are policy initiatives designed to address specific social, economic, or developmental challenges. Each scheme is administered by the ministry whose domain aligns with the scheme's objectives.
Understanding Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana: - Purpose and objectives of the scheme - Target beneficiaries - Why it falls under Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas - Major achievements or impact
Pattern Recognition: Following the same relationship, we need to identify which ministry is responsible for Saubhagya Scheme.
Administrative Verification: Saubhagya Scheme is implemented by the Ministry of Power.
Answer: Ministry of Power
Understanding Saubhagya Scheme: - Purpose and objectives of the scheme - Target beneficiaries - Why it falls under Ministry of Power - Major achievements or impact
Why This Is Hard: - Requires detailed knowledge of both central government schemes and ministerial structure - Many schemes involve multiple ministries, requiring identification of the PRIMARY ministry - Tests understanding of administrative domains and policy implementation - Requires updated knowledge as schemes and ministry names change - Some schemes are interdisciplinary, making ministry assignment complex
Detailed Administrative Context:
Major Central Ministries and Their Key Schemes:
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare: - Ayushman Bharat (PM-JAY) - National Health Mission - Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana
Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare: - PM-KISAN (Income support) - Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (Crop insurance) - Soil Health Card Scheme
Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs: - PM Awas Yojana (Housing for all) - Smart Cities Mission - AMRUT (Urban infrastructure)
Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas: - Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (LPG connections) - PAHAL (LPG subsidy)
Ministry of Power: - Saubhagya (Electricity for all) - UDAY Scheme (Power sector reforms)
Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY): - Digital India - BharatNet (Broadband connectivity) - E-Governance initiatives
Ministry of Education: - Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan - Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (with WCD) - Mid-Day Meal Scheme
DPIIT (Under Commerce): - Make in India - Startup India - Stand Up India
Common Pitfalls: - Confusing schemes with similar objectives under different ministries - Not knowing recent ministry reorganizations (e.g., Jal Shakti formed from Water Resources + Drinking Water) - Mixing up flagship schemes with their sub-components - Outdated knowledge about scheme transfers between ministries - Confusion between central and state-level schemes
Scheme Naming Patterns: - "Pradhan Mantri" schemes: Usually flagship initiatives launched by PM - "Mission" schemes: Often large-scale, transformative programs (Smart Cities Mission, National Health Mission) - "Yojana" schemes: General term for government plans - "Abhiyan" schemes: Campaign-style initiatives (Swachh Bharat Abhiyan)
Advanced Memory Strategy:
Group by Ministry: Create flashcards for top 15-20 ministries with their 3-5 flagship schemes each.
Group by Objective: - Poverty Alleviation: MGNREGA, PM-KISAN, Ayushman Bharat - Infrastructure: Smart Cities, PMGSY, BharatNet - Energy: Ujjwala, Saubhagya, Solar Mission - Digital/Technology: Digital India, Startup India, Make in India - Education: Samagra Shiksha, Beti Bachao Beti Padhao - Health: Ayushman Bharat, National Health Mission, Vaccination programs
Timeline Approach: Note when major schemes were launched (particularly post-2014 flagship schemes).
Acronym Mastery: - MGNREGA: Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act - PM-JAY: Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (Ayushman Bharat) - UDAY: Ujwal DISCOM Assurance Yojana - AMRUT: Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation
Exam Preparation Tips: 1. Focus on flagship schemes: Top 30-40 central government schemes 2. Know ministry names: Full names, not just abbreviations 3. Understand objectives: Why a scheme falls under a particular ministry 4. Track current affairs: New scheme launches, scheme extensions, budget allocations 5. State schemes awareness: Some state-level schemes are asked in State PSC exams 6. Budget correlation: Read budget highlights for scheme allocations
Current Relevance (2024-25): - Many schemes are being rebranded or merged under Atmanirbhar Bharat umbrella - Digital public infrastructure (UPI, Aadhaar, DigiLocker) integration with schemes - Climate and sustainability-focused schemes gaining prominence - Scheme performance metrics increasingly emphasized - Women and child welfare schemes expanded post-pandemic
Scheme Evolution to Track: - Name changes and rebranding - Ministry reorganizations (e.g., creation of Jal Shakti, Cooperation ministries) - Scheme mergers and consolidation - New flagship launches - Budget allocation changes
Exam Context: Scheme-ministry analogies appear in: - UPSC CSE: Both Prelims and Mains (GS-II Governance) - State PSC exams: Both Prelims and Mains - SSC CGL Tier-II: General awareness advanced section - Banking PO/SO Mains: Especially for SBI/IBPS PO - Railway NTPC: Current affairs and GK sections - Defense services: CDS, AFCAT (general awareness) - Interview stage: For all competitive exams
Scoring Strategy: - High-scoring if updated: Questions are factual and verifiable - Current affairs integration: Read PIB releases, Yojana magazine - Budget analysis: Annual budget highlights schemes and allocations - Ministry websites: For detailed scheme information - Economic Survey: For scheme implementation and outcomes - Regular revision: Schemes and ministries must be revised frequently - Newspaper reading: Daily reading helps track scheme launches and performance
Interview Preparation: Beyond analogies, detailed scheme knowledge is crucial for interview stages in UPSC, Banking, and other competitive exams. Be prepared to discuss: - Scheme objectives and target beneficiaries - Implementation challenges - Outcomes and impact - Comparison with similar schemes - Suggestions for improvement
Question 12
Ayushman Bharat : Ministry of Health and Family Welfare :: Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) : ?
Step-by-step solution:
Complex Administrative Relationship: This analogy tests detailed knowledge of Indian government schemes and their administrative structure, which requires understanding of both policy initiatives and ministerial organization.
First Pair Analysis: Ayushman Bharat is implemented and overseen by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. This establishes a scheme-ministry relationship.
Governance Context: Government schemes are policy initiatives designed to address specific social, economic, or developmental challenges. Each scheme is administered by the ministry whose domain aligns with the scheme's objectives.
Understanding Ayushman Bharat: - Purpose and objectives of the scheme - Target beneficiaries - Why it falls under Ministry of Health and Family Welfare - Major achievements or impact
Pattern Recognition: Following the same relationship, we need to identify which ministry is responsible for Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN).
Administrative Verification: Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) is implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture.
Answer: Ministry of Agriculture
Understanding Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN): - Purpose and objectives of the scheme - Target beneficiaries - Why it falls under Ministry of Agriculture - Major achievements or impact
Why This Is Hard: - Requires detailed knowledge of both central government schemes and ministerial structure - Many schemes involve multiple ministries, requiring identification of the PRIMARY ministry - Tests understanding of administrative domains and policy implementation - Requires updated knowledge as schemes and ministry names change - Some schemes are interdisciplinary, making ministry assignment complex
Detailed Administrative Context:
Major Central Ministries and Their Key Schemes:
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare: - Ayushman Bharat (PM-JAY) - National Health Mission - Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana
Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare: - PM-KISAN (Income support) - Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (Crop insurance) - Soil Health Card Scheme
Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs: - PM Awas Yojana (Housing for all) - Smart Cities Mission - AMRUT (Urban infrastructure)
Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas: - Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (LPG connections) - PAHAL (LPG subsidy)
Ministry of Power: - Saubhagya (Electricity for all) - UDAY Scheme (Power sector reforms)
Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY): - Digital India - BharatNet (Broadband connectivity) - E-Governance initiatives
Ministry of Education: - Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan - Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (with WCD) - Mid-Day Meal Scheme
DPIIT (Under Commerce): - Make in India - Startup India - Stand Up India
Common Pitfalls: - Confusing schemes with similar objectives under different ministries - Not knowing recent ministry reorganizations (e.g., Jal Shakti formed from Water Resources + Drinking Water) - Mixing up flagship schemes with their sub-components - Outdated knowledge about scheme transfers between ministries - Confusion between central and state-level schemes
Scheme Naming Patterns: - "Pradhan Mantri" schemes: Usually flagship initiatives launched by PM - "Mission" schemes: Often large-scale, transformative programs (Smart Cities Mission, National Health Mission) - "Yojana" schemes: General term for government plans - "Abhiyan" schemes: Campaign-style initiatives (Swachh Bharat Abhiyan)
Advanced Memory Strategy:
Group by Ministry: Create flashcards for top 15-20 ministries with their 3-5 flagship schemes each.
Group by Objective: - Poverty Alleviation: MGNREGA, PM-KISAN, Ayushman Bharat - Infrastructure: Smart Cities, PMGSY, BharatNet - Energy: Ujjwala, Saubhagya, Solar Mission - Digital/Technology: Digital India, Startup India, Make in India - Education: Samagra Shiksha, Beti Bachao Beti Padhao - Health: Ayushman Bharat, National Health Mission, Vaccination programs
Timeline Approach: Note when major schemes were launched (particularly post-2014 flagship schemes).
Acronym Mastery: - MGNREGA: Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act - PM-JAY: Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (Ayushman Bharat) - UDAY: Ujwal DISCOM Assurance Yojana - AMRUT: Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation
Exam Preparation Tips: 1. Focus on flagship schemes: Top 30-40 central government schemes 2. Know ministry names: Full names, not just abbreviations 3. Understand objectives: Why a scheme falls under a particular ministry 4. Track current affairs: New scheme launches, scheme extensions, budget allocations 5. State schemes awareness: Some state-level schemes are asked in State PSC exams 6. Budget correlation: Read budget highlights for scheme allocations
Current Relevance (2024-25): - Many schemes are being rebranded or merged under Atmanirbhar Bharat umbrella - Digital public infrastructure (UPI, Aadhaar, DigiLocker) integration with schemes - Climate and sustainability-focused schemes gaining prominence - Scheme performance metrics increasingly emphasized - Women and child welfare schemes expanded post-pandemic
Scheme Evolution to Track: - Name changes and rebranding - Ministry reorganizations (e.g., creation of Jal Shakti, Cooperation ministries) - Scheme mergers and consolidation - New flagship launches - Budget allocation changes
Exam Context: Scheme-ministry analogies appear in: - UPSC CSE: Both Prelims and Mains (GS-II Governance) - State PSC exams: Both Prelims and Mains - SSC CGL Tier-II: General awareness advanced section - Banking PO/SO Mains: Especially for SBI/IBPS PO - Railway NTPC: Current affairs and GK sections - Defense services: CDS, AFCAT (general awareness) - Interview stage: For all competitive exams
Scoring Strategy: - High-scoring if updated: Questions are factual and verifiable - Current affairs integration: Read PIB releases, Yojana magazine - Budget analysis: Annual budget highlights schemes and allocations - Ministry websites: For detailed scheme information - Economic Survey: For scheme implementation and outcomes - Regular revision: Schemes and ministries must be revised frequently - Newspaper reading: Daily reading helps track scheme launches and performance
Interview Preparation: Beyond analogies, detailed scheme knowledge is crucial for interview stages in UPSC, Banking, and other competitive exams. Be prepared to discuss: - Scheme objectives and target beneficiaries - Implementation challenges - Outcomes and impact - Comparison with similar schemes - Suggestions for improvement
Question 13
Agatha Christie : Murder on the Orient Express :: Arthur Conan Doyle : ?
Step-by-step solution:
Relationship Pattern: This analogy establishes an author-literary work relationship. Agatha Christie is the author of the famous work Murder on the Orient Express.
Literary Context: Murder on the Orient Express is one of the most renowned works by Agatha Christie and represents their literary contribution.
Pattern Application: Following the same relationship, we need to identify a famous literary work by Arthur Conan Doyle.
Literary Verification: Arthur Conan Doyle is the author of Sherlock Holmes, which is one of their most celebrated works.
Answer: Sherlock Holmes
Additional Information: - Both works are significant contributions to literature - Murder on the Orient Express and Sherlock Holmes have received critical acclaim and popular recognition - These works often appear in literature and general knowledge sections of exams
Memory Aid: Group authors by language/region - Indian English (Tagore, Narayan, Roy), Classical English (Shakespeare, Dickens), Hindi (Premchand), and Contemporary (Rushdie, Ghosh).
Exam Relevance: Author-book analogies are common in SSC, Railway, Banking exams and all competitive tests with a general awareness section.
Question 14
Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana : Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas :: Saubhagya Scheme : ?
Step-by-step solution:
Complex Administrative Relationship: This analogy tests detailed knowledge of Indian government schemes and their administrative structure, which requires understanding of both policy initiatives and ministerial organization.
First Pair Analysis: Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana is implemented and overseen by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. This establishes a scheme-ministry relationship.
Governance Context: Government schemes are policy initiatives designed to address specific social, economic, or developmental challenges. Each scheme is administered by the ministry whose domain aligns with the scheme's objectives.
Understanding Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana: - Purpose and objectives of the scheme - Target beneficiaries - Why it falls under Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas - Major achievements or impact
Pattern Recognition: Following the same relationship, we need to identify which ministry is responsible for Saubhagya Scheme.
Administrative Verification: Saubhagya Scheme is implemented by the Ministry of Power.
Answer: Ministry of Power
Understanding Saubhagya Scheme: - Purpose and objectives of the scheme - Target beneficiaries - Why it falls under Ministry of Power - Major achievements or impact
Why This Is Hard: - Requires detailed knowledge of both central government schemes and ministerial structure - Many schemes involve multiple ministries, requiring identification of the PRIMARY ministry - Tests understanding of administrative domains and policy implementation - Requires updated knowledge as schemes and ministry names change - Some schemes are interdisciplinary, making ministry assignment complex
Detailed Administrative Context:
Major Central Ministries and Their Key Schemes:
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare: - Ayushman Bharat (PM-JAY) - National Health Mission - Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana
Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare: - PM-KISAN (Income support) - Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (Crop insurance) - Soil Health Card Scheme
Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs: - PM Awas Yojana (Housing for all) - Smart Cities Mission - AMRUT (Urban infrastructure)
Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas: - Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (LPG connections) - PAHAL (LPG subsidy)
Ministry of Power: - Saubhagya (Electricity for all) - UDAY Scheme (Power sector reforms)
Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY): - Digital India - BharatNet (Broadband connectivity) - E-Governance initiatives
Ministry of Education: - Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan - Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (with WCD) - Mid-Day Meal Scheme
DPIIT (Under Commerce): - Make in India - Startup India - Stand Up India
Common Pitfalls: - Confusing schemes with similar objectives under different ministries - Not knowing recent ministry reorganizations (e.g., Jal Shakti formed from Water Resources + Drinking Water) - Mixing up flagship schemes with their sub-components - Outdated knowledge about scheme transfers between ministries - Confusion between central and state-level schemes
Scheme Naming Patterns: - "Pradhan Mantri" schemes: Usually flagship initiatives launched by PM - "Mission" schemes: Often large-scale, transformative programs (Smart Cities Mission, National Health Mission) - "Yojana" schemes: General term for government plans - "Abhiyan" schemes: Campaign-style initiatives (Swachh Bharat Abhiyan)
Advanced Memory Strategy:
Group by Ministry: Create flashcards for top 15-20 ministries with their 3-5 flagship schemes each.
Group by Objective: - Poverty Alleviation: MGNREGA, PM-KISAN, Ayushman Bharat - Infrastructure: Smart Cities, PMGSY, BharatNet - Energy: Ujjwala, Saubhagya, Solar Mission - Digital/Technology: Digital India, Startup India, Make in India - Education: Samagra Shiksha, Beti Bachao Beti Padhao - Health: Ayushman Bharat, National Health Mission, Vaccination programs
Timeline Approach: Note when major schemes were launched (particularly post-2014 flagship schemes).
Acronym Mastery: - MGNREGA: Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act - PM-JAY: Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (Ayushman Bharat) - UDAY: Ujwal DISCOM Assurance Yojana - AMRUT: Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation
Exam Preparation Tips: 1. Focus on flagship schemes: Top 30-40 central government schemes 2. Know ministry names: Full names, not just abbreviations 3. Understand objectives: Why a scheme falls under a particular ministry 4. Track current affairs: New scheme launches, scheme extensions, budget allocations 5. State schemes awareness: Some state-level schemes are asked in State PSC exams 6. Budget correlation: Read budget highlights for scheme allocations
Current Relevance (2024-25): - Many schemes are being rebranded or merged under Atmanirbhar Bharat umbrella - Digital public infrastructure (UPI, Aadhaar, DigiLocker) integration with schemes - Climate and sustainability-focused schemes gaining prominence - Scheme performance metrics increasingly emphasized - Women and child welfare schemes expanded post-pandemic
Scheme Evolution to Track: - Name changes and rebranding - Ministry reorganizations (e.g., creation of Jal Shakti, Cooperation ministries) - Scheme mergers and consolidation - New flagship launches - Budget allocation changes
Exam Context: Scheme-ministry analogies appear in: - UPSC CSE: Both Prelims and Mains (GS-II Governance) - State PSC exams: Both Prelims and Mains - SSC CGL Tier-II: General awareness advanced section - Banking PO/SO Mains: Especially for SBI/IBPS PO - Railway NTPC: Current affairs and GK sections - Defense services: CDS, AFCAT (general awareness) - Interview stage: For all competitive exams
Scoring Strategy: - High-scoring if updated: Questions are factual and verifiable - Current affairs integration: Read PIB releases, Yojana magazine - Budget analysis: Annual budget highlights schemes and allocations - Ministry websites: For detailed scheme information - Economic Survey: For scheme implementation and outcomes - Regular revision: Schemes and ministries must be revised frequently - Newspaper reading: Daily reading helps track scheme launches and performance
Interview Preparation: Beyond analogies, detailed scheme knowledge is crucial for interview stages in UPSC, Banking, and other competitive exams. Be prepared to discuss: - Scheme objectives and target beneficiaries - Implementation challenges - Outcomes and impact - Comparison with similar schemes - Suggestions for improvement
Question 15
Ashoka : Maurya :: Aurangzeb : ?
Step-by-step solution:
Relationship Identification: Ashoka was a famous ruler of the Maurya dynasty/empire. This establishes a ruler-to-dynasty relationship.
Applying the Pattern: Following the same relationship pattern, we need to identify which dynasty Aurangzeb belonged to.
Historical Verification: Aurangzeb was a prominent ruler of the Mughal dynasty/empire.
Answer: Mughal
Memory Aid: Remember major dynasties and their most famous rulers: Maurya (Chandragupta, Ashoka), Gupta (Chandragupta II, Samudragupta), Mughal (Akbar, Aurangzeb, Babur), Maratha (Shivaji), Chola (Rajaraja, Rajendra).
Exam Relevance: Such ruler-dynasty analogies are frequently asked in SSC, Railway, and State PSC exams to test basic Indian history knowledge.
Question 16
Amazon : Brazil :: Thames : ?
Step-by-step solution:
Relationship Identification: The Amazon river flows through/is primarily associated with Brazil. This establishes a river-country geographical relationship.
Geographical Context: Rivers are crucial geographical features that often define national boundaries, provide water resources, and shape civilizations. The Amazon is one of the major rivers of Brazil.
Pattern Application: Following the same relationship, we need to identify which country the Thames is primarily associated with.
Geographical Verification: The Thames flows through United Kingdom. It is one of the major rivers of this country/region.
Answer: United Kingdom
Important Note: Some rivers like the Danube, Rhine, and Mekong flow through multiple countries, so the answer represents the primary association or the countries through which the majority of the river flows.
Why This Is Medium Difficulty: - Requires knowledge of international geography beyond just capitals - Some rivers span multiple countries, adding complexity - Tests understanding of geographical features and their national associations
Common Misconceptions: - Rivers flowing through multiple countries may be associated with the wrong nation - Confusion between rivers with similar names (e.g., Niger vs. Nile) - Mixing up regional rivers with international ones
Memory Technique: Associate each continent's major rivers with their primary countries: Asia (Ganga-India, Yangtze-China, Mekong-Southeast Asia), Europe (Thames-UK, Seine-France, Danube-Multiple), Americas (Amazon-Brazil, Mississippi-USA), Africa (Nile-Egypt, Congo-DRC).
Exam Context: River-country analogies appear in SSC CGL Tier-II, Banking PO Mains, UPSC CSAT, and State PSC examinations where geographical awareness is tested.
Question 17
Cancer : Chemotherapy/Radiation :: HIV/AIDS : ?
Step-by-step solution:
Relationship Identification: Chemotherapy/Radiation is used to treat Cancer. This establishes a disease-treatment/medicine relationship.
Medical Context: Understanding disease-treatment relationships is crucial for health awareness and general knowledge. Chemotherapy/Radiation represents the primary treatment approach or medication for Cancer.
Pattern Application: We need to identify the treatment or medicine used for HIV/AIDS.
Medical Verification: HIV/AIDS is treated with Antiretroviral Therapy (ART).
Answer: Antiretroviral Therapy (ART)
Why This Is Medium Difficulty: - Requires basic medical knowledge beyond common awareness - Some diseases have multiple treatment options, requiring identification of primary treatment - Tests understanding of both preventive (vaccination) and curative (medication) approaches - Includes both specific drugs and treatment modalities
Important Medical Distinctions: - Antibiotics: Used for bacterial infections (Tuberculosis, Typhoid) - Antivirals: Used for viral infections (HIV, Hepatitis, COVID-19) - Vaccines: Preventive measures for diseases (Polio, Smallpox, Measles) - Hormone Therapy: Used for deficiency diseases (Insulin for Diabetes, Thyroxine for Thyroid) - Supportive Treatment: Some diseases have no specific cure (Dengue, some viral fevers)
Key Medical Facts: - Antibiotics don't work for viral diseases - Many modern diseases require combination therapy - Some diseases are prevented through vaccination rather than treated after infection - Antimicrobial resistance is making some traditional treatments less effective
Common Mistakes: - Thinking antibiotics work for all diseases (they don't work for viruses) - Not distinguishing between preventive vaccines and curative treatments - Confusing similar-sounding diseases or medicines - Outdated knowledge about treatment protocols
Current Relevance (2024-25): - COVID-19 treatment protocols have evolved significantly - Antimicrobial resistance is a major global health concern - New cancer therapies and targeted treatments are emerging - Vaccine development has accelerated post-pandemic
Exam Context: Disease-medicine analogies appear in: - SSC CGL and CHSL (science and health awareness) - Railway NTPC and Group D - Banking exams (general awareness) - State PSC examinations - Current affairs sections often include new drug approvals or disease outbreaks
Question 18
Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana : Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas :: Saubhagya Scheme : ?
Step-by-step solution:
Complex Administrative Relationship: This analogy tests detailed knowledge of Indian government schemes and their administrative structure, which requires understanding of both policy initiatives and ministerial organization.
First Pair Analysis: Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana is implemented and overseen by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. This establishes a scheme-ministry relationship.
Governance Context: Government schemes are policy initiatives designed to address specific social, economic, or developmental challenges. Each scheme is administered by the ministry whose domain aligns with the scheme's objectives.
Understanding Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana: - Purpose and objectives of the scheme - Target beneficiaries - Why it falls under Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas - Major achievements or impact
Pattern Recognition: Following the same relationship, we need to identify which ministry is responsible for Saubhagya Scheme.
Administrative Verification: Saubhagya Scheme is implemented by the Ministry of Power.
Answer: Ministry of Power
Understanding Saubhagya Scheme: - Purpose and objectives of the scheme - Target beneficiaries - Why it falls under Ministry of Power - Major achievements or impact
Why This Is Hard: - Requires detailed knowledge of both central government schemes and ministerial structure - Many schemes involve multiple ministries, requiring identification of the PRIMARY ministry - Tests understanding of administrative domains and policy implementation - Requires updated knowledge as schemes and ministry names change - Some schemes are interdisciplinary, making ministry assignment complex
Detailed Administrative Context:
Major Central Ministries and Their Key Schemes:
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare: - Ayushman Bharat (PM-JAY) - National Health Mission - Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana
Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare: - PM-KISAN (Income support) - Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (Crop insurance) - Soil Health Card Scheme
Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs: - PM Awas Yojana (Housing for all) - Smart Cities Mission - AMRUT (Urban infrastructure)
Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas: - Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (LPG connections) - PAHAL (LPG subsidy)
Ministry of Power: - Saubhagya (Electricity for all) - UDAY Scheme (Power sector reforms)
Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY): - Digital India - BharatNet (Broadband connectivity) - E-Governance initiatives
Ministry of Education: - Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan - Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (with WCD) - Mid-Day Meal Scheme
DPIIT (Under Commerce): - Make in India - Startup India - Stand Up India
Common Pitfalls: - Confusing schemes with similar objectives under different ministries - Not knowing recent ministry reorganizations (e.g., Jal Shakti formed from Water Resources + Drinking Water) - Mixing up flagship schemes with their sub-components - Outdated knowledge about scheme transfers between ministries - Confusion between central and state-level schemes
Scheme Naming Patterns: - "Pradhan Mantri" schemes: Usually flagship initiatives launched by PM - "Mission" schemes: Often large-scale, transformative programs (Smart Cities Mission, National Health Mission) - "Yojana" schemes: General term for government plans - "Abhiyan" schemes: Campaign-style initiatives (Swachh Bharat Abhiyan)
Advanced Memory Strategy:
Group by Ministry: Create flashcards for top 15-20 ministries with their 3-5 flagship schemes each.
Group by Objective: - Poverty Alleviation: MGNREGA, PM-KISAN, Ayushman Bharat - Infrastructure: Smart Cities, PMGSY, BharatNet - Energy: Ujjwala, Saubhagya, Solar Mission - Digital/Technology: Digital India, Startup India, Make in India - Education: Samagra Shiksha, Beti Bachao Beti Padhao - Health: Ayushman Bharat, National Health Mission, Vaccination programs
Timeline Approach: Note when major schemes were launched (particularly post-2014 flagship schemes).
Acronym Mastery: - MGNREGA: Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act - PM-JAY: Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (Ayushman Bharat) - UDAY: Ujwal DISCOM Assurance Yojana - AMRUT: Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation
Exam Preparation Tips: 1. Focus on flagship schemes: Top 30-40 central government schemes 2. Know ministry names: Full names, not just abbreviations 3. Understand objectives: Why a scheme falls under a particular ministry 4. Track current affairs: New scheme launches, scheme extensions, budget allocations 5. State schemes awareness: Some state-level schemes are asked in State PSC exams 6. Budget correlation: Read budget highlights for scheme allocations
Current Relevance (2024-25): - Many schemes are being rebranded or merged under Atmanirbhar Bharat umbrella - Digital public infrastructure (UPI, Aadhaar, DigiLocker) integration with schemes - Climate and sustainability-focused schemes gaining prominence - Scheme performance metrics increasingly emphasized - Women and child welfare schemes expanded post-pandemic
Scheme Evolution to Track: - Name changes and rebranding - Ministry reorganizations (e.g., creation of Jal Shakti, Cooperation ministries) - Scheme mergers and consolidation - New flagship launches - Budget allocation changes
Exam Context: Scheme-ministry analogies appear in: - UPSC CSE: Both Prelims and Mains (GS-II Governance) - State PSC exams: Both Prelims and Mains - SSC CGL Tier-II: General awareness advanced section - Banking PO/SO Mains: Especially for SBI/IBPS PO - Railway NTPC: Current affairs and GK sections - Defense services: CDS, AFCAT (general awareness) - Interview stage: For all competitive exams
Scoring Strategy: - High-scoring if updated: Questions are factual and verifiable - Current affairs integration: Read PIB releases, Yojana magazine - Budget analysis: Annual budget highlights schemes and allocations - Ministry websites: For detailed scheme information - Economic Survey: For scheme implementation and outcomes - Regular revision: Schemes and ministries must be revised frequently - Newspaper reading: Daily reading helps track scheme launches and performance
Interview Preparation: Beyond analogies, detailed scheme knowledge is crucial for interview stages in UPSC, Banking, and other competitive exams. Be prepared to discuss: - Scheme objectives and target beneficiaries - Implementation challenges - Outcomes and impact - Comparison with similar schemes - Suggestions for improvement
Question 19
Facebook/Meta : Mark Zuckerberg :: Twitter : ?
Step-by-step solution:
Complex Business Relationship: This analogy tests knowledge of corporate history, founders, and business leaders, which requires understanding of both national and international business landscape.
First Pair Analysis: Facebook/Meta was founded by Mark Zuckerberg. This establishes a company-founder relationship.
Business Context: Understanding who founded major companies provides insight into entrepreneurship, business history, and corporate evolution. Founders often shape company culture and values that persist for decades.
Pattern Recognition: Following the same relationship, we need to identify who founded Twitter.
Business Verification: Twitter was founded by Jack Dorsey.
Answer: Jack Dorsey
Why This Is Hard: - Requires detailed knowledge of business history across multiple industries - Many companies have multiple co-founders, requiring identification of the most prominent one - Tests understanding of both Indian and international corporate landscape - Some companies have changed leadership or ownership, requiring knowledge of ORIGINAL founders - Differentiates between founders and current CEOs
Detailed Context:
About Facebook/Meta: - Founded in [year] by Mark Zuckerberg - Industry and primary business - Major milestones and current market position - Mark Zuckerberg's background and contribution
About Twitter: - Founded in [year] by Jack Dorsey - Industry and primary business - Major milestones and current market position - Jack Dorsey's background and contribution
Important Distinctions: - Founder: Person who started/established the company - CEO: Current chief executive (may or may not be the founder) - Co-founders: Multiple people who started company together (Facebook: Zuckerberg + others; Google: Page + Brin) - Successor: Sometimes current leaders are mistaken for founders (e.g., Ratan Tata succeeded J.R.D. Tata)
Common Pitfalls: - Confusing current CEOs with founders (Sundar Pichai is CEO of Google, but founders are Page and Brin) - Not recognizing co-founders (many tech companies have multiple founders) - Mixing up companies within the same industry group (TCS, Infosys, Wipro are separate companies) - Outdated information about company ownership or leadership - Confusing family businesses across generations (Dhirubhai Ambani founded Reliance, now led by sons Mukesh and Anil)
Advanced Memory Strategy:
Tech Giants (USA): - FAANG: Facebook (Zuckerberg), Amazon (Bezos), Apple (Jobs), Netflix (Hastings), Google (Page & Brin) - Others: Microsoft (Gates), Tesla (Musk), Oracle (Ellison)
Indian IT Companies: - Infosys: N.R. Narayana Murthy - Wipro: Azim Premji (transformed from vegetable oil to IT) - TCS: Part of Tata Group (J.R.D. Tata) - HCL: Shiv Nadar
Indian Business Houses: - Tata Group: Jamsetji Tata (founder), J.R.D. Tata (builder), Ratan Tata (modernizer) - Reliance: Dhirubhai Ambani (founder), Mukesh Ambani (current chairman) - Birla Group: G.D. Birla (founder), Kumar Mangalam Birla (current) - Mahindra Group: J.C. Mahindra (founder), Anand Mahindra (current)
Automotive Industry: - American: Ford (Henry Ford), General Motors (William Durant) - Japanese: Toyota (Kiichiro Toyoda), Honda (Soichiro Honda) - European: Ferrari (Enzo Ferrari), Volkswagen (Ferdinand Porsche), BMW (Various founders) - Indian: Maruti (Govt/Suzuki partnership), Mahindra (J.C. Mahindra)
Social Media & Internet: - Facebook/Meta: Mark Zuckerberg - Twitter: Jack Dorsey (co-founder with Evan Williams and Biz Stone) - Instagram: Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger (later acquired by Facebook) - WhatsApp: Jan Koum and Brian Acton (later acquired by Facebook) - Snapchat: Evan Spiegel
Exam Preparation Strategy: 1. Focus on major companies: Top 20-30 Indian companies and 30-40 global companies 2. Industry-wise learning: Group by IT, Automotive, Consumer goods, Finance, etc. 3. Current affairs integration: New startups becoming unicorns, recent IPOs 4. Founder stories: Read brief biographies for better retention 5. Timeline approach: Understand which companies were founded in similar periods
Current Relevance (2024-25): - Startup ecosystem in India has exploded with numerous unicorns - Tech company founders are increasingly in news (Musk's Twitter acquisition, Zuckerberg's Meta pivot) - Indian companies going global (Tata acquiring Jaguar-Land Rover, etc.) - ESG and corporate governance issues bring founders/leadership into focus - IPOs and corporate restructuring make this knowledge timely
Exam Context: Company-founder analogies appear in: - Banking PO/SO Mains (especially Specialist Officer exams) - SSC CGL Tier-II (general awareness advanced section) - MBA entrance exams (CAT, XAT, SNAP) - business awareness - UPSC Mains GS-III (occasionally in economy/business questions) - Defense services exams (CDS, AFCAT) - general awareness - State PSC Mains examinations - Interview questions for banking and civil services
Scoring Strategy: - High-scoring topic if prepared systematically - Create company-founder flashcards for top 50 companies - Read business news regularly to stay updated - Connect with current affairs for recent developments - Focus on Indian companies for SSC/Banking, global for MBA entrance - Remember key milestones in company history for interview preparation
Question 20
**Brazil** : **Real** :: **Egypt** : **?**
The relationship is Country : Official Currency. Brazil uses the Real as its official currency.
The missing term must be the official currency of Egypt.
The correct answer is Pound, which is the currency of Egypt.
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