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SSC CGL 2022 PYQ — Question 25

SSC CGL - 06 Dec 2022 - Shift 2 • English • Q25

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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.

India is one of the largest producers of tea in the world. The industry is (1)________ recognised as technically very well (2) ________. The Indian tea industry is a (3) ________ one traditionally. Tea has been used in India for (4) ________ purposes as well as for (5) ________. 

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

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

The meaning of the given words is:

 

  • Consumption: The act of using or consuming goods or services.
  • Fulfilment: The satisfaction or contentment experienced when one's desires or expectations are met.
  • Advantage: A favorable or beneficial circumstance or feature that gives someone a superior or advantageous position.
  • Retention: The ability to retain or keep customers, employees, or information over a period of time.
  • Thus, the most appropriate filler for the given blank is consumption.

Therefore, the completed sentence is:

Tea has been used in India for medicinal purposes as well as for consumption.