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SSC CGL 2021 PYQ — Question 38

SSC CGL - 23 Aug 2021 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q38

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In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.
Essaouira's origins stretch back to prehistoric times, and this spot on Morocco's Atlantic
coast (1)______ a centre of culture and commerce ever since. (2)______ centuries, the harbour town was an important trading post (3)______ both a seaport and as the north-western terminus of a caravan (4)______ stretching across the desert to Timbuktu (5)______ Africa’s interior.

With which sports do you associate the name Prasanta Dora, who passed away at the age of 44 in January 2021?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Football

  • Former Indian goalkeeper Prasanta Dora, who made a name for himself while playing for big three clubs of Kolkata Maidan died at the age of 44.
  • Having made debut in the group IX Olympic qualifier home match against Thailand in 1999, Prasanta went on to represent India at the SAFF Cup, SAF Games later and made five appearances.