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SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 3

SSC GD Constable (English) - 18 Feb 2019 Shift 1 • English • Q3

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In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.

Seafood exports from India ________(1) yet to gather momentum as ________(2) prices, adverse weather conditions and ________(3) continue to affect stocking of shrimps, which account for about three-fourths of the ________(4) from the export of marine products. This apart, seafood exporters are facing ________(5) from the Seafood Import Monitoring Programme (SIMP) being implemented by the USandit is one of the largest buyers of Indian shrimps.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 3

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

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

Let's have a look at the meaning of the given options:-

  1. diseases- an illness of the body in humans, animals or plants.
  2. viruses- an infectious agent that can only replicate within a host organism.
  3. bugs- an illness that is not very serious and that people get from each other.
  4. maladies- a serious problem.

"Diseases" which means "an illness of the body in humans, animals or plants" fits the context appropriately.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.