SSC Stenographer 2024 PYQ — Question 38

SSC Stenographer - 10/12/2024 (9:00 AM to 11:00 AM) • English • Q38

Given below are four jumbled sentences. Select the option that gives their correct logical sequence.

A. However, the most consumed tea in the world is Indian tea.
B. Tea was originated in China by its ruler, Shennong.
C. India also has the credit of being the world’s largest producer.
D. This is because of the tropical and sub-tropical climate present here.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3, i.e. BACD.

B: Tea was originated in China by its ruler, Shennong.
This sentence logically begins by introducing the origin of tea, which is historically traced back to ancient China—tradition credits the mythical Emperor Shennong.

A: However, the most consumed tea in the world is Indian tea.
This transitions well by comparing origin to present-day consumption, stating that Indian tea is now the most consumed globally.

C: India also has the credit of being the world’s largest producer.
This supports the previous statement by explaining why Indian tea is so widely consumed—it reflects India’s position as the top producer. .

D: This is because of the tropical and sub-tropical climate present here.
Finally, this clause explains the reason behind India’s leading production—its ideal climate for tea cultivation

Tea was originated in China by its ruler, Shennong. However, the most consumed tea in the world is Indian tea. India also has the credit of being the world’s largest producer. This is because of the tropical and sub-tropical climate present here.