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SSC GD Constable (English) - 1 Feb 2023 - Shift 2

1 February 2023 • 80 questions

Mock testSource label: Test Series

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In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

The oldest hub of carpet weaving in India is Mirzapur in Bhadohi district of Uttar Pradesh. The Ganga (1)_____________ past this town with its ghats, ancient temples and waterfalls. The genesis of carpet making in Mirzapur can be (2)_____________ to the Mughal emperor, Akbar, in the 16th century. A (3)_____________ of Persian carpet weavers, it is said, on its way to the Mughal court was (4)______________ and injured by dacoits on the Grand Trunk Road. The weavers were rescued and given shelter by local villagers. The master weaver of the group decided to settle down here and share his skills with his (5)____________. That is how the renowned carpet industry of Mirzapur took root.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 5.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. benefactors.

  • Benefactors: This term refers to individuals or groups who provide help, support, or assistance.
  • In the context of the sentence, it suggests that the master weaver decided to settle down and share his skills with those who provided him and the group with assistance or support.

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