Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
The inclusion of Durga Puja in the UNESCO's list of Intangible Cultural Heritage was only possible due to the arduous ________ of all stakeholders.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. efforts.
Context: The sentence talks about the inclusion of Durga Puja in UNESCO's list, which happened because of the hard work of all stakeholders.
Meaning of the words:
- • efforts – hard work, attempts to achieve something
- • passivity – lack of action or involvement
- • affects – influences, changes
- • ignorance – lack of knowledge or awareness
Correct word: efforts
Reason: The success of such a recognition comes from the arduous (hard and continuous) efforts of many people. The other options give a wrong or negative meaning.
Final Sentence: The inclusion of Durga Puja in the UNESCO's list of Intangible Cultural Heritage was only possible due to the arduous efforts of all stakeholders.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.