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SSC CGL 2025 PYQ — Question 77

SSC CGL Tier II - 18 January 2025 - Shift I • English • Q77

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Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow.

The French Revolution is a revolutionary movement that occurred in France between 1787 and 1799 and reached to its (1)______ in 1789. This revolution had many causes but the most important of all was (2)______ of bourgeoisie, who were merchants, manufacturers and professionals. The peasants, many of them landowners, wanted to get rid of the practices of absolute monarchy and feudalism. Another factor was an increase in population due to decreased mortality rates. It was followed by economic predicament and minor revolts were common. This led to a clarion call for social reforms. Intellectuals like Rene Descartes wrote about new things about political, social and economic matters. A fundamental political and societal change was to occur. The French Revolution played a critical role in shaping modern nations by showing the world the power inherent in the will of the people.

Select the most appropriate synonym of the word ‘Inherent’.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

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

Inherent refers to a basic or permanent part of somebody/something and that cannot be removed. Natural is the correct synonym as it refers to something that occurs in a way that is typical or intrinsic to a thing or process, often implying that it is not artificial or forced.

Other options mean:

Artificial means not genuine or natural.

Borrowed means to get or receive something from someone.

Incited means to encourage somebody to do something.