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SSC CGL 2019 PYQ — Question 12

SSC CGL - 11th June 2019 - Shift 2 • English • Q12

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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.

Ironically, the dams that were constructed to (1)______ floods have triggered floods due to sedimentation in the reservoir. The (2)______ of water from dams during heavy rains aggravated the flood situation (3)______ Maharashtra and Gujarat in 2006. The floods (4)______ not only life and property but also caused soil erosion. Sedimentation (5)______ the plains of silt, a natural fertilizer.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. (5).

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

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

Word meaning

Meaning of the other word

Destroyed: end the existence of (something) by damaging or attacking it. 

Distributed: give a share or a unit of (something) to each of a number of recipients. 

Deprived: prevent (a person or place) from having or using something.

Disabled: having a physical or mental condition that limits their movements, senses, or activities.

The amount of silt in the soil gets reduced due to sedimentation and thus depriving the plains of silt.

Hence, ‘deprived’ is the appropriate word here. 

Hence option 3 is the answer.