Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 3.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Students want (1)________ as the primary outcome of higher education. Hence, practical experience becomes (2)________ valuable to a student’s degree. Indian students are highly (3)________ at theoretical learning but lack practical training. This (4)________ an issue for decades in the Indian job market. In order to address this (5)________ issue, state governments have to take a lead. The AP government in the past three years have made efforts to bridge this long-lasting gap between theoretical and practical learning of the students.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

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

Context: The passage mentions that Indian students excel in theoretical learning but lack practical training. The word competitive fits because it highlights their strong ability or skill in academics compared to practical application.

Meaning of the words:

Spiritual – relates to religion or soul, irrelevant here.
Spirit – refers to attitude or morale, not suitable.
Relaxed – means calm or easygoing, opposite of the intended meaning.
Competitive – means having a strong drive to excel, correct here.

Correct word: Competitive, because Indian students are highly competitive at theoretical learning.

Final Sentence: Indian students are highly competitive at theoretical learning but lack practical training.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.

SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 88