SSC CPO 2022 PYQ — Question 49

SSC CPO - 11 Nov 2022 - Shift 3 • English • Q49

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


It is indeed (1) _______ to create an urban forest to control air pollution. It is like a child’s play if (2)_______ awareness is created among people of all ages. Just (3)_______ a mango seed or a jackfruit seed into fertile ground or make seed bombs for the seed to sprout during rainy season. Authorities must take (4)________ measures to ensure a part of the town or city is allocated to plant trees. This ensures the (5)________ of adequate oxygen to people.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

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

  • Necessary means needed to be done, achieved, or present; essential.
  • The sentence talks about how it is the responsibility of the authorities to make sure a part of the town or city is allocated to plant trees.
  • Since it is their responsibility, they must take the actions that are needed to be taken.
  • Thus, the word “necessary” is correct here.