SSC CGL 2019 PYQ — Question 21

SSC CGL - 12th June 2019 - Shift 3 • English • Q21

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

Hima Das, the reigning world junior sprinter who __________ the national record, won the gold in the Federation cup.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3, i.e. holds.

Concept

Application

Holds means to take and keep something in your possession.

 

The most appropriate word for the blank is ‘holds’ as it means that the sprinter is in possession of the national record.