Question : Directions: A sentence or a part of the sentence is printed in bold. Below are alternatives to the bold part that may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, choose "No Improvement".
According to an official spokesperson, polling was held amid tight security arrangements in 29 municipal councils and panchayats over the State.
- besides the State
- behind the State
- across the State
- No Improvement
Option 1: 1
Option 2: 2
Option 3: 3
Option 4: 4
Correct Answer: 3
Solution : The correct choice is the third option .
The preposition over should be replaced with across as across the state means from one end to the other end of the state . Across is often associated with a more direct or horizontal movement, while over can be used for both horizontal and vertical movements.
So, the correct sentence is: According to an official spokesperson, polling was held amid tight security arrangements in 29 municipal councils and panchayats across the state.
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