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SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 86

SSC MTS - 22/10/2024 - (12:30 PM - 2:30 PM) • English • Q86

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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.

In recent years, the central and state governments in India have been taking special steps to __1__ foreign companies to invest in India. Industrial zones, called Special Economic Zones (SEZs), are being __2__. SEZs have world-class facilities, including electricity, water, roads, transport, storage, recreational, and educational facilities. Companies that set up production units in the SEZs do not have to pay taxes for an initial period of five years. The government has also __3__ flexibility in the labour laws to attract foreign investment. In recent years, the government has allowed companies to __4__ many of these provisions. Instead of hiring workers on a regular basis, companies hire workers 'flexibly' for short periods when there is __5__ pressure of work. This is done to reduce the cost of labour for the company. However, some foreign companies are not satisfied, and they are demanding more in labour laws, citing the need for greater operational efficiency.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. attract.

Context: The sentence is: “In recent years, the central and state governments in India have been taking special steps to 1 foreign companies to invest in India.”
Here, the government is encouraging companies to invest, so the correct word must convey encouragement or invitation.

Meaning of the words:

  • attract – to draw or encourage someone toward something; perfectly fits the idea of investment promotion.

  • fulfil – means to complete or satisfy; does not fit the context.

  • abhor – means to hate strongly; opposite meaning, incorrect.

  • deplore – means to regret or disapprove; also opposite in context.

Correct word: attract

Final Sentence: In recent years, the central and state governments in India have been taking special steps to attract foreign companies to invest in India.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.