Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
India is formally moving ahead to _______ 21 MIG-29 and 12 Sukhoi-30MKI fighters from Russia along with upgrades of their existing fleets.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. procure.
- The word 'procure' means 'to obtain something, esp. after an effort'.
- The given sentence talks about the obtaining of fighter jets along with upgrades of their existing fleets by India from Russia.
- So, in the given sentence, the word 'procure' fits best.
Let's see the meaning of other words:
- Advance: to go or move something forward, or to develop or improve something.
- Accomplish: to finish something successfully or to achieve something.
- Achieve: to succeed in finishing something or reaching an aim, especially after a lot of work or effort.
Hence, the correct answer is Option 4 i.e. procure.