SSC GD 2021 PYQ — Question 2

SSC GD Constable (English) - 18th November 2021 Shift 1 • English • Q2

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

Mahatma Gandhi was born (1)______ 2 October 1869 to Karamchand and Putlibai (2)______Porbandar. After completing his studies in England, he (3)______ to South Africa. When he suffered (4)______, he started the Civil Disobedience movement (5)______ civil rights of the Indian community.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 4.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. discrimination

The meaning of the given words is:

  • Delegation: a body of delegates or representatives; a deputation.
  • Discrimination: recognition and understanding of the difference between one thing and another.
  • Deterioration: the process of becoming progressively worse.
  • Distinction: a difference or contrast between similar things or people.

The correct sentence is:

When he suffered discrimination, he started the Civil Disobedience movement......