Logical Reasoning

The ESIC (Deputy Director) exam doesn't provide a specific breakdown for Logical Reasoning within the syllabus. However, Logical Reasoning is included under the umbrella of "Numerical Ability & Logical Reasoning" in the General Ability section of Part B . 

Unfortunately, there's no official mention of the exact topics covered in Logical Reasoning. But, based on previous exam analysis and general Logical Reasoning for competitive exams, you can expect questions on the following:

• Analysis of Arguments: Identifying strengths and weaknesses of arguments, recognizing assumptions and inferences.
• Statements and Conclusions: Identifying the relationship between statements and their conclusions (valid, invalid, etc.).
• Syllogisms: Understanding and solving syllogism problems with multiple conclusions.
• Coding and Decoding: Interpreting and decoding information presented in codes.
• Series Completion: Identifying the pattern and completing a numerical or alphabetical series.
• Analogies: Recognizing relationships between concepts and finding similar analogies.
• Blood Relations: Understanding and solving problems based on family relationships.
• Direction Sense: Interpreting and solving problems based on directional movements.
• Here are some resources that might be helpful for your preparation:
• Previous Years' Papers (if available): Reviewing questions from past exams can give you a good idea of the type and difficulty level of Logical Reasoning questions asked in the ESIC (DD) exam.
• Logical Reasoning for Competitive Exams Books: Many books and online resources cater specifically to Logical Reasoning for various competitive exams in India. These resources can provide a structured approach to learning and practicing different Logical Reasoning concepts.
• By familiarizing yourself with these common Logical Reasoning topics and practicing with relevant questions, you can increase your chances of success in the ESIC (DD) exam.

While there isn't a specific book published exclusively for the ESIC exam's Logical Reasoning section, some great resources can help you prepare effectively. These books cover a wide range of logical reasoning topics that are typically tested on competitive exams like the ESIC:

• A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning by R.S. Aggarwal
• How to Crack Test of Reasoning: In all Competitive Exams by Arihant Publications

These books cover both verbal and non-verbal reasoning concepts, including:

• Analogy and similarities
• Classification
• Coding and decoding
• Blood relations
• Direction sense
• Series completion
• Order and ranking
• Puzzles

Remember, practicing with previous years' ESIC exam question papers and mock tests is crucial to getting a feel for the exam format and the level of difficulty of the questions.

Here are some strategies to improve your logical reasoning skills:

Before you dive into questions:

Get familiar with question types: There are various logical reasoning question formats, like strengthening arguments, identifying flaws, and recognizing assumptions. Understanding the question type helps you approach it strategically .
Practice identifying arguments: An argument presents a claim supported by reasons. Being able to dissect arguments into their components is crucial for logical reasoning .
Approaching logical reasoning questions:

Read the question stem first: Knowing what kind of question you're dealing with (e.g., weaken the argument) guides how you read the passage .
Carefully analyze the argument: Identify the conclusion (what the argument is trying to prove) and the premises (reasons supporting the conclusion) . Look for keywords that signal these parts (e.g., "therefore" for conclusion).
Be critical of the reasoning: Don't just accept what the argument says as true. Look for weaknesses, unsupported claims, or missing information .
Answering the questions:

Don't jump to answer choices: Analyze the argument first, then evaluate the answer choices based on your analysis.
Beware of tempting but incorrect answers: Some answer choices might seem appealing at first glance but won't logically follow from the argument .
Consider the answer choices comparatively: Eliminate answer choices that are obviously wrong based on your analysis of the argument .
General Tips:

Practice regularly: The more you practice logical reasoning questions, the better you'll become at identifying patterns and applying strategies .
Time management: Logical reasoning sections often have time constraints. Practice answering questions within a set time frame.
Review your mistakes: Analyze why you got questions wrong and learn from them to avoid similar mistakes in the future .
There are also resources available online and in libraries that provide practice logical reasoning questions and explanations for the answers.