Samas MCQs for CET Graduate
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CET Graduate — Grammar Basics — Samas
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Question 1 of 20
Match the Compound Words (List-I) with their respective Samas Categories (List-II): List-I 1. Kamalnayan 2. Navratna 3. Raat-din 4. Jalmagn List-II a. Adhikaran Tatpurush b. Karmadharaya c. Dwandwa d. Dvigu
Question 2 of 20
Read the assertion and reason carefully: Assertion (A): Grammatically, Dvigu Samas operates fundamentally differently from Tatpurush Samas in terms of structural primacy. Reason (R): Dvigu Samas is classified as an independent sub-type of Tatpurush. Select the correct code:
Question 3 of 20
Match List-I (Words) with List-II (Tatpurush Sub-types): List-I 1. Pathbhrasht 2. Baadhpeedit 3. Yuddhabhumi 4. Gangajal List-II a. Karan b. Sambandh c. Apadan d. Sampradan
Question 4 of 20
What is the defining structural characteristic that differentiates a 'Dvigu Samas' from other compounds?
Question 5 of 20
Based on the primacy of constituent words, how many MAIN types of Samas are theoretically recognized?
Question 6 of 20
In the context of Karmadharaya Samas, how do the constituent terms in 'Pitambar' relate to each other?
Question 7 of 20
Which of the following Samas types is unique because both of its constituent words (Purvapad and Uttarapad) are considered prime?
Question 8 of 20
Identify the precise grammatical relationship established in the compound word 'Chandravadan'.
Question 9 of 20
Assertion (A): 'Yuddhabhumi' is analogous to 'Vidyalaya' in its grammatical construction. Reason (R): Both terms drop a locative case marker to form the compound.
Question 10 of 20
Which specific deity does the Bahuvrihi compound 'Neelkant' refer to?
Question 11 of 20
In the context of 'Sampradan Tatpurush Samas', which postposition (vibhakti) is deleted?
Question 12 of 20
Assertion (A): The categorization of Samas allows for six distinct types to be studied conveniently. Reason (R): Karmadharay and Dvigu, although independent sub-types, fall under the main umbrella of Avyayibhav Samas. Select the correct code:
Question 13 of 20
Consider the following statements regarding Bahuvrihi Samas: 1. It generates an 'Anyarth' (third meaning) that bypasses literal word translations. 2. Both its Purvapad and Uttarapad retain their primary status. 3. The word 'Gajanan' is an example of this Samas. Which of the statements is/are correct?
Question 14 of 20
What is the primary reason for the origin and evolution of the concept of Samas in language?
Question 15 of 20
Read the assertion and reason carefully: Assertion (A): The word 'Nagarseth' is an example of Sambandh Tatpurush. Reason (R): Its expansion is 'Nagar mein seth', indicating a location.
Question 16 of 20
What is the accurate grammatical expansion of the compound word 'Mahapurush'?
Question 17 of 20
What does the term 'Vigrah' specifically refer to in the context of Samas?
Question 18 of 20
Which definition perfectly aligns with 'Karmadharaya Samas' rules?
Question 19 of 20
Assertion (A): The word 'Chaturbhuj' is classified under Bahuvrihi, while 'Chauraha' is classified under Dvigu. Reason (R): 'Chaturbhuj' refers to Lord Vishnu (Anyarth), whereas 'Chauraha' denotes a group of four paths (Samuh).
Question 20 of 20