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SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 24

SSC Selection Post - Higher Secondary Level 2022 - 15 March 2022 - Shift 2 • English • Q24

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

The tiger census has revealed that India's big cat count has (1)______ up in the last few years. This is a (2) ______ of great hope and relief for (3) ______ who understand the value of (4) ______ wildlife and the environment. This success is the (5) ______ of collective efforts of the government and the environmentalists.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 4.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. preserving.

Filler Concept: The context is about protecting wildlife and environment — a positive, long-term effort.
Grammatical Explanation:

"Preserving" means protecting something from harm or decay, especially in the context of nature or wildlife, which fits perfectly here.

"Maintaining" means keeping something in its current state, but it doesn't imply protection.

"Storing" and "retaining" are unrelated to environmental or wildlife protection.

Correction: ...who understand the value of preserving wildlife and the environment.
Conclusion: “Preserving” is the most appropriate and meaningful word in the context of conservation.