SSC CGL 2017 PYQ — Question 51

SSC CGL Tier II English - 12/01/2017 • English • Q51

In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.

Mothers keep on to encouraging their children to study.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2,  i.e. to encouraging their children.

  • The usage of 'to' is unnecessary here because it hampers the accuracy of the statement. 'To' is only used before simple-present form of verbs and not before continuous verb forms such as 'encouraging'.