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SSC CGL 2017 PYQ — Question 95

SSC CGL Tier II English - 12/01/2017 • English • Q95

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

We have rich cultural _____ . Its roots go into _____. Ours has never been a closed ______. It has _______ just like a tree, ______ to external ______ but holding its roots _______. But one wonders today whether it will be able to hold its _____. The ______ of our cultural heritage has come under the _____ of western culture.

We have rich cultural _____.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

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

  1. gift- something that you give to somebody; a present.
  2. treasure- a collection of very valuable objects, for example, gold, silver, jewellery, etc.
  3. heritage- the traditions, qualities and culture of a country that have existed for a long time and that have great importance for the country.
  4. boon- a thing that is very helpful and that you are grateful for.
  5. As the chosen option is specially used for showing the importance of "culture" it will be the most suitable option for the given blank space.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.