19 Views

Question : Comprehension:

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

In a significant find, the Epigraphy Branch of the Archaeological Survey of India (1) ______ discovered the earliest epigraphic evidence so far for the Saptamatrika cult. It is also (2) ______ earliest Sanskrit inscription to have been discovered (3) ______ South India as of date. Saptamatrikas are a group of seven female deities worshipped in Hinduism as personifying the energy of their respective consorts. The inscription is in Sanskrit and in Brahmi characters and was (4) ______ by Satavahana King Vijaya in 207 A.D. The inscription came to light when some local villagers informed the authorities of the presence of a pillar with some engravings when they were restoring and (5) ______ the local Bheemeshwara temple. 
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 5.

Option 1: repairing

Option 2: removing

Option 3: healing

Option 4: praying


Team Careers360 25th Jan, 2024
Answer (1)
Team Careers360 27th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: repairing


Solution : The correct choice is the first option.

The word repairing is appropriate in this context because it indicates that the local villagers discovered the inscription while they were engaged in the process of fixing or restoring the local Bheemeshwara temple.

The meanings of the other words are:

  • Removing: This means to take away or take off from the position occupied.
  • Praying: This means to offer prayers or engage in a religious or spiritual act of communication with a deity.
  • Healing: This means causing something to become healthy or sound; restoring to health.
Therefore, the complete sentence would be: "The inscription came to light when some local villagers informed the authorities of the presence of a pillar with some engravings when they were restoring and repairing the local Bheemeshwara temple."

Know More About

Related Questions

UEI Global, Hotel Management ...
Apply
Training & Placement Guarantee | Top Recruiters: The Oberoi, Taj, Lee Meridien, Hyatt and many more
VIT Bhopal University | M.Tec...
Apply
M.Tech admissions open @ VIT Bhopal University | Highest CTC 52 LPA | Apply now
Amity University | M.Tech Adm...
Apply
Ranked amongst top 3% universities globally (QS Rankings).
Amity University Noida MBA Ad...
Apply
Amongst top 3% universities globally (QS Rankings)
Graphic Era (Deemed to be Uni...
Apply
NAAC A+ Grade | Among top 100 universities of India (NIRF 2024) | 40 crore+ scholarships distributed
XAT- Xavier Aptitude Test 2026
Apply
75+ years of legacy | #1 Entrance Exam | Score accepted by 250+ BSchools | Apply now
View All Application Forms

Download the Careers360 App on your Android phone

Regular exam updates, QnA, Predictors, College Applications & E-books now on your Mobile

150M+ Students
30,000+ Colleges
500+ Exams
1500+ E-books