The question below consists of a set of labeled sentences. Out of the four options given, select the most logical order of the sentences to form a coherent paragraph.
P. The demand for fish has increased.
Q. However, adequate fish is not available in the lake.
R. This is mainly because the migratory fish from Chindwin-Irrawaddy river system to Manipur river system have declined steadily after the barrage came up.
S. At least two lakh people are directly dependent on the lake for fishing.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. SPQR.
- The paragraph starts with sentence S, which introduces the topic by highlighting the dependency of a large number of people on the lake for fishing.
- Sentence P follows, providing information about the increased demand for fish, which indicates the importance of the fishing industry in the context.
- Sentence Q comes next, presenting the contrasting information that despite the demand, there is an insufficient supply of fish in the lake.
- Finally, sentence R provides an explanation for the shortage of fish, attributing it to the declining numbers of migratory fish after the construction of a barrage.
Thus, the corrected paragraph would be:
At least two lakh people are directly dependent on the lake for fishing. The demand for fish has increased. However, adequate fish is not available in the lake. This is mainly because the migratory fish from Chindwin-Irrawaddy river system to Manipur river system have declined steadily after the barrage came up.