In questions given below out of four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given word/sentence.
Study of ancient writings.
Answer: C
Palaeography is the study of ancient writing systems and the deciphering and dating of historical manuscripts.
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A person unselfishly devoted to the welfare of others.
Answer: C
Altruism or selflessness is the principle or practice of concern for the welfare of others.
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Procedure of systematically acquiring information or opinion.
Answer: D
A census is the procedure of systematically acquiring and recording information about the members of a given population. It is a regularly occurring and official count of a particular population.
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A strong feeling of dislike or fear of people from other countries.
Answer: D
The term 'xenophobia' is typically used to denote a phobic attitude towards foreigners or strangers, or even of the unknown.
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One who acts on behalf of an Organization.
Answer: A
A Delegate is a person sent or authorized to represent others, in particular an elected representative sent to a conference.
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Study of races.
Answer: D
Ethnology is the study of the characteristics of different peoples and the differences and relationships between them.
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Childless elderly unmarried woman.
Answer: A
Spinster is an unmarried woman, typically an older woman beyond the usual age for marriage.
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A skilled worker in charge of other workmen.
Answer: B
a male worker who supervises and directs other workers is a FOREMEN.
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Celebration of hundredth year.
Answer: C
Centenary is the hundredth anniversary of a significant event.
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