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SSC CHSL 2024 PYQ — Question 18

SSC CHSL - 10 July 2024 - Shift 4 • English • Q18

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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.

Water is 1.________ for life and for good health. Not only is it necessary for us to be able to meet our daily needs but safe drinking water can 2._____ many water-related diseases. India has one of the largest number of cases of 3._____ such as diarrhoea, dysentery, and cholera. Over 1,600 Indians, most of them children below the age of five, 4.________ die every day because of water related diseases. These deaths can be prevented if people have 5._______ to safe drinking water.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 4.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. reportedly.

The word "reportedly" is used when the information is based on reports or estimates rather than direct confirmation.

In this case, the number 1,600 deaths per day is likely an estimate from health organizations or studies, not an exact count.