SSC Selection Post 2023 PYQ — Question 24

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 30 June 2023 - Shift 4 • English • Q24

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
The Thar desert is _____________ in the state of Rajasthan.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

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

The word "situated" means located or positioned, and it is the most appropriate verb when referring to the geographical location of a place.

Meaning of other options:

  • Bounded: Means surrounded or bordered.

  • Seen: Refers to visibility. 

  • Placed: Refers to the act of putting something somewhere.

Final Sentence: The Thar desert is situated in the state of Rajasthan.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.