SSC CGL 2021 PYQ — Question 3

SSC CGL - 18 Aug 2021 - Shift 1 • English • Q3

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.

The Panchatantra is a legendary collection of short stories from India. (1)______ composed in the 2nd century BC, Panchatantra is (2)______ to be written by Vishnu Sharma (3)______ with many other scholars. The purpose behind the composition (4)______ to implant moral values and governing (5)______ in the young sons of the king.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. along.

The passage talks about a legendary collection of short stories from India: 'Panchatantra '.

  • As the sentence with blank 3 talks about the many other scholars with 'Vishnu Sharma', the best suitable option is 'along'.
  • Meaning of Along:  being together with (something or someone)

Hence, the chosen option is correct.