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SSC Stenographer 2023 PYQ — Question 68

SSC Stenographer - 13 Oct 2023 - Shift 3 • English • Q68

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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.
Climate change is a pressing global issue that demands immediate (1) ________. The Earth’s climate is undergoing (2) ________ changes primarily due to human activities, such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation. The consequences of climate change are (3) ________ and include rising global temperatures, extreme weather events, and biodiversity loss. To mitigate these effects, it is crucial to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, promote renewable energy sources, and adopt sustainable (4) ________. Additionally, raising awareness and educating the public about the importance of conservation and environmentally friendly
practices are essential. Cooperation and international (5) ________ are needed to address climate change collectively.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. far-reaching.

  • The term "far-reaching" is the best choice because it conveys the extensive and significant impact of climate change.
  • It indicates that the consequences affect a wide range of areas and have profound implications.
  • The other options—"short-sighted" (implies a lack of foresight), "clean" (irrelevant to the context of consequences), and "inadequate" (suggests insufficiency, not the extent of impact)—do not effectively describe the broad and significant effects of climate change.