📘 Chapter Contents
1. What are Para Jumbles?
In Para Jumbles, you are given a set of jumbled sentences. You have to arrange them in a logical and meaningful order.
हिंदी: Para jumbles में वाक्य इधर-उधर होते हैं, आपको उन्हें सही क्रम में लगाना होता है ताकि पूरा paragraph अर्थपूर्ण बन जाए।
2. NDA-Friendly Strategy
- Find the Opening Sentence
It usually introduces the main topic, does not start with “but/however/therefore”. - Look for Linkers
Words like “however, therefore, thus, meanwhile, then, later” show continuation or contrast. - Use Pronoun Links
If one sentence introduces a noun (e.g., “The officer”), the next may use pronouns like he, she, his. - Check Time Sequence
Words like first, then, later, finally show order. - Read Final Arrangement Once
Paragraph should read smoothly with clear beginning and end.
3. Mini Practice Set
Arrange the following sentences in a logical order:
(A) Finally, he achieved his dream and joined the National Defence Academy.
(B) Rahul always wanted to serve the nation as an officer.
(C) He worked hard, improved his fitness and studied regularly.
(D) He cleared the written exam and the SSB interview with confidence.
Options:
1) B C D A
2) B D C A
3) C B D A
4) D C B A
(A) Finally, he achieved his dream and joined the National Defence Academy.
(B) Rahul always wanted to serve the nation as an officer.
(C) He worked hard, improved his fitness and studied regularly.
(D) He cleared the written exam and the SSB interview with confidence.
Options:
1) B C D A
2) B D C A
3) C B D A
4) D C B A
Solution Explanation
The correct order is: B C D A
B introduces Rahul and his dream (starting point).
C tells how he prepared (hard work).
D shows result of preparation – he cleared exams.
A gives final outcome – he joined NDA.
B introduces Rahul and his dream (starting point).
C tells how he prepared (hard work).
D shows result of preparation – he cleared exams.
A gives final outcome – he joined NDA.
4. Another Practice (Short)
Arrange:
(A) Discipline is essential in the life of a cadet.
(B) It helps him follow rules and respect his seniors.
(C) Without discipline, training cannot be effective.
(D) A disciplined cadet always sets a good example for others.
Try to write the correct sequence in your notebook first.
(A) Discipline is essential in the life of a cadet.
(B) It helps him follow rules and respect his seniors.
(C) Without discipline, training cannot be effective.
(D) A disciplined cadet always sets a good example for others.
Try to write the correct sequence in your notebook first.
Suggested Answer
One logical order: A B D C
A – introduces idea of discipline
B – explains how it helps
D – gives additional effect (good example)
C – warns what happens without it
A – introduces idea of discipline
B – explains how it helps
D – gives additional effect (good example)
C – warns what happens without it
5. Final Tips
- First, find the sentence that can logically start the paragraph.
- Then, pair sentences that clearly follow each other in sense.
- Practice 1–2 para jumbles daily for strong intuition.
हिंदी: Para jumbles में ज़्यादातर अंक “पहला वाक्य” और “सही जोड़ी” पहचानने से आते हैं।
Quick Recap | सार
Now you should be able to:
- Recall the most important ideas of this topic.
- Solve typical NDA-style questions from this chapter.
- Spot and avoid common traps used in competitive exams.
Self-check: 3–4 random questions उठा कर देखिए – अगर आसानी से हो रहे हैं, तो chapter strong है।
Common Exam Mistakes | आम गलतियाँ
- Concept ठीक से clear न करना और सीधे रटने की कोशिश करना।
- Question पूरी तरह पढ़े बिना answer mark कर देना।
- Figures, dates, या formulas को last step में verify न करना।
NDA में smart strategy यह है कि आसान वाले सवाल पहले, doubtful बाद में – और silly mistakes से बचना सबसे ज़रूरी है।