Question : There are few words missing in the passage given below. The options given contain an answer that will fit in those given blanks. Choose the correct word to be used to make the sentence coherent and grammatically correct.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Tuesday 1) ___________________ that there would be no change in existing currency and banknotes. The clarification was made by RBI when there were reports that claimed the central bank was 2) ___________________ changes to the already existing currency and banknotes by 3) ___________________ the face of Mahatma Gandhi.
“There are reports in few sections of the 4) ___________________ that the Reserve Bank of India is considering changes to the existing currency and banknotes by changing the face of Mahatma Gandhi with that of others,” the RBI said in a 5) ___________________.
Choose the correct option which can be used in the blank 2
Option 1: Mortify
Option 2: ransacking
Option 3: Accede
Option 4: mulling
Correct Answer: mulling
Solution : The correct answer is option 4.
Explanation:
The sentence can only be coherent if the word "mulling" is used in the blank. It means to carefully and thoroughly consider (a fact, proposal, or request).
Mortify-cause (someone) to feel embarrassed, ashamed, or humiliated
Accede-agree to a demand, request, or treaty
Ransack-hurriedly enter (a location), steal items, and cause damage
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