Previous year MCQs

Aptitude & Reasoning UPPSC 1999 GS-I
Question

Which one of the following is not consistent with the rest of the attributes?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option C: Cunningness

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Cunningness”.
Bravery, loyalty, and truthfulness are generally considered positive qualities, while cunningness is often seen as negative or manipulative.

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