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SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 7

SSC Selection Post - Graduation Level - 1 Aug 2022 - Shift 4 • English • Q7

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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.

Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary is another name for Mukundra Hills National Park. Rajasthan is (1)_________ to the Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary. The sanctuary is situated on the southern outskirts of the town of Kota. Darrah was designated a (Protected area) wildlife sanctuary in 1955, and visitors must now (2)____________ consent from a local forest (3)________ before visiting the park. The sanctuary's overall size is around 250 sq. km. Previously, the Darrah sanctuary served as the Maharaja of Kota's royal (4)_________ grounds. This location is around 50 kilometres from Kota. It is located on the Chambal River's eastern bank and is drained by its (5)__________.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 4.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

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

 

Here, the context is about a wildlife sanctuary and Maharajas (royalty). Historically, Indian royals often used forested areas as hunting grounds for sport.

So, the most logical and historically accurate word here is "hunting".

Hence, the chosen option is correct.