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SSC GD 2024 PYQ — Question 16

SSC GD Const (English) - 20 Feb 2024 - Shift 4 • English • Q16

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Read the passage carefully and select the correct answer for the given blanks out of the four alternatives.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD)had (1) _________________ a warning regarding a heatwave for March 8 and 9 for Goa The warning stated, "With the strengthening of easterly winds, clear sky (2) ________ and delay in setting time of sea breeze, the maximum temperature over Goa is likely to remain 4-6°C (3) ___________ than its normal value. Persistence of these conditions is likely to satisfy the criteria of a heat wave over Goa (4) ___________ Thursday". Many schools in Goa are conducting exams and have been (5) ____________ to advance the timing.

Select the most appropriate option for blank (1)

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. issued.

  • Issued is a suitable Option.
  • When a governmental organization formally publishes an official statement, notification, or warning, the phrase "issued" is used.
  • When referring to official alerts and the weather, the phrase "issued" is the standard term used.
  • Compared to other options:
    • "Produced": It refers to the act of creating or manufacturing. It's not the usual word for issuing warnings, however, it may be applicable in theory.
    • "Distributed": The word "distributed" refers to giving something away or distributing it broadly, however, it is not appropriate when an official warning is issued by an organization.
    • "Mitigated": It refers to making something less severe or harmful, which is completely out of context given that the IMD is only providing information on the heatwave rather than attempting to mitigate it.