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SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 7

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level 2022 - 3 Aug 2022 - Shift 1 • English • Q7

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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.

Countries should act to establish mechanisms (1) ______ women’s equal participation and equitable representation at all levels of the political process and public life in each community and society and enabling women to articulate their concerns and needs. Government and organisations should try (2) _______ all practices that discriminate (3) ________ women; assisting women to establish and realise their rights, including those that relate to reproductive and sexual health. Adopting appropriate measures to improve women’s ability to earn income beyond traditional occupations, achieve economic self-reliance and ensure women’s equal access to the labour market and social security systems IS NECESSARY... Also, violence and safety is a major (4) ________ to women in society. Domestic violence, rapes, etc are alarmingly increasing day by day. More so, because women are afraid to speak up. Similarly, the women who do the same work get paid less than their male counterparts. It is (5) ________ unfair and sexist to pay someone less for the same work because of their gender. Thus, we see how women’s empowerment is the need of the hour.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2, i.e. threat.

Context: The sentence is discussing the serious issues faced by women like domestic violence and rape, which make society unsafe for them.

Meaning of the words:

  • Trap – a device to catch or deceive someone (not appropriate here)

  • Threat – danger or risk of harm → Correct choice

  • Retreat – the act of moving back or withdrawing (not suitable)

  • Snare – a trap, especially for catching animals (too literal and not suitable in this context)

Correct word: Threat – fits perfectly, as it shows that violence and lack of safety are serious dangers to women.

Reason: The sentence is highlighting how safety issues are a danger to women. The word “threat” correctly matches this meaning and tone.

Final Sentence: Also, violence and safety is a major threat to women in society.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.