SSC CGL 2025 PYQ — Question 68

SSC CGL Tier II - 18 January 2025 - Shift I • English • Q68

Select the most appropriate homophone from the options to fill in the blank.
We should _________ away all prejudices to live in harmony.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. cast.

The phrase 'cast away' means to throw away, discard, or get rid of something.

In this context, it means to eliminate prejudices in order to live peacefully.

The phrase 'cast away' is often used to refer to abandoning negative thoughts, habits, or objects. 

Hence, the correct sentence is:- 'We should cast away all prejudices to live in harmony.'