SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 21

SSC CGL - 18 Sep 2024 - Shift 1 • English • Q21

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

One who eats the flesh of his own species

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

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

Cannibal refers to an animal that eats the flesh of other animals of the same kind. Hence, it is the correct substitution. 

Other options mean:

Non-vegetarian is a person whose diet includes meat.

Vegan is a person who does not eat or use any animal products, such as meat, fish, eggs, or cheese.

Mammal is an animal of the type that gives birth to live babies, not eggs.