SSC CPO 2023 PYQ — Question 24

SSC CPO - 05 Oct 2023 - Shift 1 • English • Q24

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

A book published after author’s death.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. posthumous publication.

The term "posthumous publication" accurately describes a book published after the author's death.

It is a single term that conveys the meaning of the given group of words.

"Posthumous" means occurring, awarded, or appearing after the death of the originator, and "publication" refers to the act of making something publicly known, especially through print.