Question : Comprehension:
In the given passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the options given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.

People are tired of staying indoors in artificial lights in view of the pandemic and (1) _____________a sedentary lifestyle. They are yearning to reconnect with (2),_______ 'rewilding' is becoming a key trend in 2021. 'Rewilding' is about going (3) _________to our 'caveman/woman' life by soaking in the sun, (4) __________barefoot on sand and grass, drinking water from natural (5) __________, and bathing in rivers. The (6) ___________of 'outdoor living' is all about spending time in nature, irrespective of the weather, through simple (7) ____________that are free of cost, like walking, camping, or fishing with loved ones. 'Earthing' is a therapeutic activity which can be performed (8) _____________All you need to do is to take off your shoes and place your bare feet and hands directly on the (9) ___________, whether it is in a park or at the beach. Another trend is the Japanese way to beat stress - 'forest-bathing'. You can 'forest-bathe' wherever there is a (10)____________of trees, including a nearby park.

Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 1.

Option 1: conducting

Option 2: affecting

Option 3: effecting

Option 4: leading

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