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SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 21

SSC Selection Post - Higher Secondary Level 2022 - 15 March 2022 - Shift 2 • English • Q21

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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.

The tiger census has revealed that India's big cat count has (1)______ up in the last few years. This is a (2) ______ of great hope and relief for (3) ______ who understand the value of (4) ______ wildlife and the environment. This success is the (5) ______ of collective efforts of the government and the environmentalists.

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. grown.

Filler Concept: The phrase "has ___ up" needs a verb that fits the context of increase. "Grown" correctly indicates a steady rise.
Grammatical Explanation: "Has grown up" uses the present perfect tense to show a gradual increase over time. It fits the formal tone of a census report.
Correction: The tiger census has revealed that India's big cat count has grown up in the last few years.
Conclusion: "Grown" is the most appropriate word to fill the blank, matching both tone and grammar.