Directions: In question four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentences. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase and mark it is the Answer Sheet.

Rohit argued well to drive home his point to the jury.

Which England bowler has become the world's first fast bowler to take 600 wickets in Test cricket?

A statement is given followed by two assumptions, (1) and (2). You have to consider the statement to be true, even if it seems to be at variance from commonly known facts. You are to decide which of the given assumptions can definitely be drawn from the given statement. Indicate your answer. 

Statement:  

Theoretical education does not bring in economic advancement and it lends to a steady loss of confidence and money in the country. 

Assumptions:  

(1) There is close relationship between development of confidence and economic development.  

(2) Theoretical education makes priceless contribution for development of confidence.  

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has inaugurated the National Highway Project costing Rs 777 crore in which state through video conferencing?

How many days of national mourning has been announced by the Central Government on the death of former President Pranab Mukherjee?

Who among the following has been sworn in as the new Chief Minister of Uttarakhand?

The term ‘secular’ was added in the Preamble to the Indian Constitution by

Who has been appointed as the new advisor of Khadi and Village Industries Commission recently?