SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 25

SSC CGL - 23 Sep 2024 - Shift 1 • English • Q25

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Culture is (1)_______, understanding, and protecting, like the cultivation of a garden, not the destruction or eradication of its roots. Understanding the roots and seeds, taking much care and providing instructed nourishment (2)_______ important for good gardening. Culture also is similar; understanding its acquaintance (3)______ literature and art and careful protection are required. Culture is the way of life of a particular society in which a group of people live together in one place. The society’s culture is visible in its literature, arts, social system, language and religion. It is a combination of traditions, customs, institutions, food habits, manners, morals, thoughts, tastes, views and beliefs. Usually, families (4)______ culture to the younger generations. As family system is becoming weak, schools, colleges and universities should take up this responsibility as education should promote potential values of its culture. The role of universities (5)_______ only to issue course completed certificates.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. should not be restricted.

Context: The sentence argues against limiting the university's role.

Analysis of the options:

  • should be restricted – contradicts the idea in the sentence.
  • restrict – incorrect verb form after “should”.
  • should restricted – grammatically incorrect; missing “be”.
  • should not be restricted – grammatically and contextually correct.

Correct phrase: should not be restricted

Reason: The sentence suggests that universities must do more than issue certificates. Therefore, the negative form 'should not be restricted' correctly conveys the intended contrast.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.