SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 2

SSC GD Constable (English) - 25 Jan 2023 - Shift 1 • English • Q2

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Accidents resulting from (1)______ driving have become a daily affair. The speed maniacs responsible for most of them escape (2)______ after knocking down a person, they speed away before anyone can take down the number of their vehicle. It is often young people from affluent families, not even eligible for a driving licence, who (3)______ in reckless driving. The penalties imposed for reckless driving are much too (4)______ to be effective. The penalty for reckless driving should be raised and the general public should be made (5)______ of the consequences of reckless driving.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

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

  • The word "lenient" is a suitable choice for blank number 4.
  • "Lenient" means not strict or severe, and in this context, it implies that the current penalties for reckless driving are not harsh enough to prevent individuals from engaging in such behavior.