In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.
Vivekananda ______ the young to “arise” and “awake”, to reject all doctrines and dogmas that were based on superstition and prejudice.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e., exhorted.
- Flattered: lavish praise and compliments on someone with the aim of furthering one’s own interest
- Lauded: praise a person or their achievement highly
- Exhorted: strongly encourage or urge someone to do something
- Commended: praise formally or officially
The sentence is about urging young people to raise their voice against the dogmas based on superstition. As the chosen option when fills the blank makes the sentence meaningful, it is correct.