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SSC CGL 2017 PYQ — Question 88

SSC CGL Tier II English - 12/01/2017 • English • Q88

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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.

whether it will be able to hold its _____.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. values.

  1. teachings- the work of a teacher.
  2. doctrines- a set of beliefs that are taught by a church, political party, etc.
  3. morals- standards of good behaviour.
  4. values- to think somebody/something is very important.
  5. The statement is talking about the importance of "culture" in today's perspective that how fast it is in the influence of others culture.

Hence, "value" that has the meaning related to the "importance" will be the correct choice.