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SSC CGL 2018 PYQ — Question 4

SSC CGL Tier II English - 17/02/2018 • English • Q4

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In the following passage, some of the words have been left out. Read the passage carefully and select the correct answer for the given blank out of the four alternatives.

The entry of foreign media has to be ______ by strict rules. Any intention to ______ the country politically or economically or any attempt at cultural ______ in order to make the country a slave to the designs of international powers would not be ______. If the foreign media is keen on making a presence on the Indian soil, respect for the country’s unity and ______ is essential.

The entry of foreign media has to be ______ by strict rules.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1, i.e. governed.

  1. Governed means conduct the policy, actions, and affairs of (a state, organization, or people) with authority.
  2. rejected means dismiss as inadequate, unacceptable, or faulty.
  3. dejected means sad and depressed; dispirited.
  4. retained means continue to have (something); keep possession of.

The given sentence talks about some means to apply certain actions/policies. Judging from the meanings of all the options provided the correct answer would be 'governed'.