SSC Selection Post 2019 PYQ — Question 17

SSC Selection Post - Graduation Level 2019 - 16 Oct 2019 • English • Q17

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.
The (1)______ of Kaziranga National Park in Assam are (2)______ a new plan to save the
endangered rhino. Nearly 50 school children from the neighbouring villages will take part in a training programme on (3)______. The three-day programme (4)______ trekking in the park and (5)______ with experts.
 

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No.1.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. authorities.

Context: The sentence is about a new plan to save the endangered rhino at Kaziranga National Park. So, the word in the blank should refer to the officials or people in charge of the park.

Meaning of the words:
•⁠ ⁠Delegation – a group of people sent to represent others
•⁠ ⁠People – general public; too broad for this context
•⁠ ⁠Government – a larger body, not specific to the park
•⁠ ⁠Authorities – officials or persons in power, especially in an organisation or area

Correct word: The best fit is "authorities" because it refers to the officials responsible for managing Kaziranga National Park and taking decisions like creating new plans.

Reason: The word "authorities" clearly refers to the managing body of the park, which makes it the most suitable word here. The other options are either too general or do not fit the meaning.

Final Sentence: The authorities of Kaziranga National Park in Assam are adopting a new plan to save the endangered rhino.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.