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SSC CGL 2019 PYQ — Question 57

SSC CGL Tier II - English 13th Sep. 19 • English • Q57

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Read the following passage and fill in each blank with words chosen from options given.
Uncertainty looms over the revival of Naini Lake, a water body in the middle of Model Town in North Delhi, due to ______ (1) in the opinions of residents and local bodies regarding its desilting and ______ (2). While the Corporation claimed that the lake ______ (3) for years and several attempts by them to initiate a drive to desilt it was halted because of lack of funds or ______ (4) from locals, residents alleged that it is ______ (5) freshwater lake and is free from silt, and only a water treatment plant will be enough to resolve the problem.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No.1

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

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

  1. differences-  a point or way in which people or things are dissimilar. (a disagreement, quarrel, or dispute.)
  2. feuds- a prolonged and bitter quarrel or dispute.
  3. protests- a statement or action expressing disapproval of or objection to something.
  4. objections- an expression or feeling of disapproval or opposition; a reason for disagreeing.

As the opinions of the residents are different chosen option will be correct.