In the following question, a sentence / a part of sentence is underlined. Below are given alternatives to the underlined part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is required, choose "No Improvement" option.
The revolt of 1857 happened during the rein of Bahadur Shah Zafar.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. during the reign of.
- Rein- a long, narrow strap attached at one end to a horse's bit, typically used in pairs to guide or check a horse in riding or driving.
- Reign- hold royal office; rule as monarch.
- "Rein" is contextually not correct so we need to change it with "reign" to make it correct.
- As the period of time is denoted with the help of "during" the chosen option will be correct.
The correct sentence will be-
The revolt of 1857 happened during the reign of Bahadur Shah Zafar.