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Two to tango: On India-Bangladesh ties

India and Bangladesh must grapple with the new realities in ties

Amidst fast-deteriorating ties between India and Bangladesh, Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri’s
one-day visit to Dhaka provided a much-needed outreach to the interim government led by Professor
Muhammad Yunus. The bilateral, and once model, relationship, with Bangladesh, has been
unravelling ever since Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina fled to India. These include India’s concerns over
attacks on minorities, particularly Hindus, Bangladesh’s anger over ‘unwanted Indian interference’,
and Ms. Hasina’s continued stay in India as Bangladesh calls for her to stand trial over charges of
police crackdowns and corruption. In particular, protests in India against Bangladesh’s arrest of a
Hindu monk for sedition, which led to an attack on their mission in Tripura, and marches against
Indian missions and cultural centre in Dhaka, had fuelled anger in both capitals. After talks with Mr.
Yunus, Bangladesh Foreign Affairs Adviser Touhid Hossain and Bangladesh Foreign Secretary
Muhammad Jashim Uddin, Mr. Misri stressed New Delhi’s “desire to work closely with the Interim
Government of Bangladesh”, which was well-received. Unlike the shrill rhetoric in Delhi, his measured
comments acknowledged the concerns of both sides over the “regrettable incidents of attacks on
cultural, religious, and diplomatic properties”. Mr. Yunus is understood to have described the
relationship between Bangladesh and India as “very solid” and “close”, asking India to help “clear the
clouds”. He also said that Ms. Hasina’s statements were creating “tensions” in Bangladesh, an issue
that India must consider carefully. The two sides also picked up the threads of previous talks on
border management, trade and connectivity, cooperation in water, energy sectors, development
cooperation, consular, cultural and people-to-people ties.

Given the largely positive optics of the visit, it would appear that there is an attempt to chart a new
course in ties. While it is important for New Delhi to nudge its friends on issues of concern such as the
attacks on minorities, as well as the need to restore a democratic and inclusive process at the
earliest, the Modi government must also be prepared to hear the worries of its friends and
neighbours on such issues that have a spillover effect in the region. At a time when changes in
governments in Nepal, Sri Lanka and the Maldives have thrown up challenges to India, the violent
change in Bangladesh, that saw the ouster of an India-friendly leader, was no doubt a blow. It is time,
however, for India to engage with the new realities in Bangladesh, based on a strong understanding
that a close, consultative partnership is in the enduring interests of both countries. [Practice Exercise]

 Red/blue coloring of words in the sentence indicates subject verb relationship; where ‘red’
denotes ‘subject’ and ‘blue’ denotes ‘verb’.

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Vocabulary
1. Two to tango (phrase) – Requires mutual 11. Stand trial (phrase) – Face legal
effort, cooperation, or agreement from proceedings, be tried in court
both sides

12. Crackdown (noun) – Severe action,

2. Ties (noun) – Relations, connections, links, enforcement, clampdown, suppression
associations

3. Grapple with (phrasal verb) – Struggle 13. In particular (phrase) – Especially,

with, deal with, cope with, tackle specifically, notably, particularly

4. Amidst (preposition) – In the middle of,

among, during, surrounded by 14. Monk (noun) – Religious person, ascetic,
hermit, friar /
5. Fast-deteriorating (adjective) – Rapidly
worsening, declining, falling apart 15. Sedition (noun) – Incitement to rebellion,
treason, provocation

6. Outreach (noun) – Extension, effort to 16. Lead (to) (verb) – Cause, result in, bring
connect, engagement, communication about, produce

17. March (verb) – Walk in protest,

7. Interim (adjective) – Temporary, demonstrate, rally
provisional, short-term, transitional
/ 18. Fuel (verb) – Incite, intensify, provoke,
ignite /
8. Bilateral (adjective) – Involving two sides,
mutual, reciprocal, two-way 19. Stress (verb) – Emphasize, highlight,
underline, draw attention to
9. Unravelling (adjective) – Disintegrating,
coming apart, failing, collapsing 20. Shrill (adjective) – Loud, harsh, high-
pitched, piercing /
/
21. Rhetoric (noun) – Persuasive language,
10. Call for (phrasal verb) – Demand, request,
oratory, speech, expression
require, appeal for
/

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22. Measured (adjective) – Thoughtful, 32. Nudge (verb) – Encourage gently, push
considered, calculated, restrained slightly, prompt
/
33. Inclusive (adjective) – Comprehensive, all-
23. Acknowledge (verb) – Recognize, admit, encompassing, all-embracing /
accept, appreciate

24. Regrettable (adjective) – Unfortunate,

34. At the earliest (phrase) – As soon as
disappointing, sad, lamentable
possible, immediately, without delay
/

25. Clear the clouds (phrase) – Resolve

35. Neighbour (noun) – Nearby country,
misunderstandings, clarify, remove doubt
adjacent region, bordering state

36. Spillover effect (noun) – Indirect

26. Pick up the threads (phrase) – Resume
consequence, side effect, secondary
discussions, continue talks, reconnect
impact

37. Thrown up (phrasal verb) – Resulted in,

27. Consular (noun) – Related to diplomatic produced, brought forth
services, foreign representation
38. Ouster (noun) – Removal from power,
dismissal, overthrow /
28. Given (preposition) – Considering, taking
39. Blow (noun) – Setback, loss, shock,
into account, bearing in mind
misfortune /

40. It is time (phrase) – The right moment,

29. Optics (noun) – Public perception, image,
appropriate time, suitable occasion
appearance, representation /

30. Chart (verb) – Plan, outline, map out,

41. Enduring (adjective) – Long-lasting,
design
persistent, lasting, stable /
31. Course (noun) – Path, direction, route,
strategy /

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Summary of the Editorial

1. Deteriorating Relations: India-Bangladesh relations have worsened recently due to
political and social unrest.
2. Indian Outreach: Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri’s visit to Dhaka aimed at
improving ties with Bangladesh’s interim government.
3. Leadership Issues: PM Sheikh Hasina’s flight to India worsened Bangladesh’s political
scenario, with calls for her trial in Bangladesh.
4. Mutual Concerns: India is concerned about attacks on Hindus, while Bangladesh
criticizes India’s interference in its internal affairs.
5. Protests and Violence: Protests in both countries have led to attacks on cultural,
religious, and diplomatic institutions.
6. Talks with Key Leaders: Misri’s discussions with Bangladeshi officials, including
Muhammad Yunus, were positively received.
7. Balanced Approach: India’s measured comments acknowledged mutual concerns over
recent violent incidents.
8. Relationship Status: Muhammad Yunus described India-Bangladesh ties as “solid” but
acknowledged tensions caused by Ms. Hasina’s actions.
9. Appeal for Indian Support: Bangladesh asked India to help resolve issues and reduce
tensions diplomatically.
10. Bilateral Cooperation: Both countries revisited discussions on trade, border
management, energy, water cooperation, and cultural exchanges.
11. Positive Outcomes: The visit indicated a willingness to forge a new, constructive course
in bilateral relations.
12. Need for Dialogue: India must nudge Bangladesh on minority rights while being
receptive to its neighbors’ concerns.
13. Regional Instability: Political changes in neighboring countries have already challenged
India’s influence in the region.
14. Strategic Engagement: India should adopt a pragmatic approach to deal with
Bangladesh’s evolving political dynamics.
15. Future Focus: A cooperative, consultative partnership will benefit both countries’ long-
term interests.

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Practice Exercise: SSC Pattern Based

1. What is the overall tone of the passage? [Editorial Page]
A. Objective and cautiously optimistic
B. Hostile and accusatory
C. Jubilant and celebratory
D. Apathetic and indifferent
2. What is the main theme of the passage?
A. Highlighting the permanent breakdown of India-Bangladesh relations
B. Emphasizing the need to address mutual concerns and engage with new political realities
C. Celebrating India’s dominance over Bangladesh
D. Suggesting that regional cooperation is futile
3. From the passage, what can be inferred about India's approach towards the new political
situation in Bangladesh after Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri’s visit?
A. India plans to withdraw all diplomatic personnel from Bangladesh immediately.
B. India aims to engage and work closely with the interim government in Bangladesh, despite
recent tensions.
C. India has decided to permanently halt all negotiations on water and energy cooperation
with Bangladesh.
D. India intends to publicly condemn Bangladesh’s interim leadership without further
dialogue.
4. Determine the truthfulness of the following statement based on the passage:
"Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is currently staying in Bangladesh and leading an inclusive
democratic process there."
A. True
B. False
C. The passage does not mention her current location
D. Cannot be determined
5. What was the primary purpose of Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri’s one-day visit to
Dhaka according to the passage?
A. To announce India’s withdrawal from trade agreements with Bangladesh
B. To apologize formally for attacks on cultural properties in both countries
C. To deliver a stern warning to Bangladesh’s leaders regarding border issues
D. To provide a much-needed outreach to the interim government and discuss areas of future
cooperation
6. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.
Rakesh committed the mistake, and he must be convicted
A. Sentenced
B. Acquitted
C. Crucified

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D. Punished
7. Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No substitution’.
After she will get her degree, she moved to Germany
A. After she gets her degree
B. No substitution
C. After she get her degree
D. After she got her degree
8. Which of the following sentences contains an error in the use of a phrasal verb?
A. Let's call off the picnic as there is a possibility of heavy rain.
B. While visiting the library, I came across an interesting book.
C. It is wise to put up with one's quarrelsome neighbours.
D. Can you please take care for my belongings for some time?
9. Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined word in the given
sentence.
Mita is smart than many other kids in the school
A. smartest
B. less smart
C. most smart
D. smarter
10. Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given
sentence.
It is essential that you act in accordance with the rules and regulations of the organisation
A. observe
B. comply
C. obey
D. fulfil
11. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
The billionaire knows how to _____ money.
A. make
B. form
C. do
D. develop
12. The following sentence has been divided into parts. One of them may contain an error.
Select the part that contains the error from the given options. If you don’t find any error,
mark ‘No error’ as your answer.
By next December / we will has lived / in this city for 28 years
A. in this city for 28 years
B. we will has lived
C. no error
D. by next December

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13. The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains
an error.
A Gita is considered / to be a dialogue between / the Pandava prince, Arjuna, / and Lord
Krishna
A. and Lord Krishna
B. A Gita is considered
C. to be a dialogue between
D. the Pandava prince, Arjuna
14. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
He needs to ___________ as his exams are approaching
A. hit the books
B. bury himself in
C. learn the ropes
D. hit the sack
15. The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains
a grammatical error.
In accordance to / the factual data / serious measures are required / to control the loss.
A. In accordance to
B. to control the loss
C. the factual data
D. serious measures are required
16. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank and complete the phrase/idiom.
When Jane realised that she had made a serious mistake at work, she knew she had to face the
______and take responsibility for her actions.
A. mirror
B. fun
C. band
D. music
17. Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word.
The lavish party had a luxurious atmosphere and elegant decorations.
A. Happy
B. Excessive
C. Simple
D. Middling
18. Select the correct spelling of the underlined word.
"Today's whether is very pleasant", said Maya.
A. Wether
B. Wheather
C. Weathur
D. Weather
19. Select the most appropriate word to replace the underlined word in the following sentence.

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The officer was polite to the workers

A. humble
B. officious
C. harsh
D. adamant
20. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word
A. Motevate
B. Nostalgia
C. Mutual
D. Neutral
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.
Credit cards originated in the 1920s in the US, with European references dating back to 1890.
John Biggins, 1.______ of the first bank-issued credit card, invented the 'Charge-It' programme
in 1946, 2.______ bank customers and local merchants. In 1950, Diners
Club introduced their credit card in the US, 3.___________ customers to pay restaurant bills
without cash. American Express 4._______ their first credit card in 1958, while the Bank of
America introduced the Bank America Card (now Visa) in 1958. Visa, now
known as the Visa International Service Association, is accepted in over 150 countries, making
it one of the most 5._______ credit cards available.
21. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.
A. finder
B. producer
C. discoverer
D. inventor
22. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.
A. smashing
B. splitting
C. untangling
D. connecting
23. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.
A. enjoying
B. forbidding
C. allowing
D. prohibiting
24. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.
A. censored
B. issued
C. suppressed
D. published

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25. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

A. solidify
B. amateur
C. universal
D. entitle

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Answers
1. A 2. B 3. B 4. B 5. D 6. B 7. D 8.D 9. D 10.B 11.A
12. B 13.B 14.A 15.A 16.D 17.B 18.D 19.A 20.A 21.D 22.D
23. C 24.B 25.C [Practice Exercise]
Explanations
1. A) Objective and cautiously optimistic
The passage acknowledges the strained ties between India and Bangladesh and the need for careful,
measured engagement. The tone is not openly hostile, jubilant, or apathetic. Instead, it maintains a
balanced, fact-based approach while expressing cautious hope for improving relations.
B (Hostile and accusatory) is incorrect because the passage, while acknowledging tensions, does not
adopt a harsh, blaming stance.
C (Jubilant and celebratory) is incorrect because the situation described is tense and complex, not
joyful.
D (Apathetic and indifferent) is incorrect because the passage clearly demonstrates concern and
suggests active engagement, not indifference.
2. B) Emphasizing the need to address mutual concerns and engage with new political realities
The central idea is that despite tensions and changing political conditions, India and Bangladesh must
work together, understand each other’s concerns, and adjust their partnership to the evolving
situation.
A (Permanent breakdown of relations) is incorrect because the passage suggests attempts to rebuild
trust and cooperation, not a permanent rift.
C (Celebrating India’s dominance) is incorrect because the passage focuses on engagement, dialogue,
and addressing mutual issues rather than dominance.
D (Futility of regional cooperation) is incorrect because the passage encourages continued cooperation
and adaptation, not abandonment of efforts.
3. B) India aims to engage and work closely with the interim government in Bangladesh, despite recent
tensions.
B is correct because the passage states that after talks with the interim government, Mr. Misri stressed
New Delhi’s “desire to work closely with the Interim Government of Bangladesh,” indicating a
constructive approach.
A is incorrect because there is no suggestion of India withdrawing its personnel; the emphasis is on
outreach and cooperation.
C is incorrect as the passage indicates that the two sides resumed discussions on border management,
trade, connectivity, and cooperation in water and energy sectors, not halted them.
D is incorrect; the tone of the visit was “measured” and acknowledges both sides’ concerns rather than
publicly condemning Bangladesh’s leadership.
4. B (False)
The passage explicitly states that Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina fled to India and remains there. It also
notes concerns that Bangladesh wants her to stand trial. Thus, she is not currently in Bangladesh
leading a democratic process.
A is incorrect because it contradicts the passage.
C is incorrect; the passage does mention that Ms. Hasina fled to India.

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D is incorrect because the passage provides enough information to determine her location and
situation.
5. D) To provide a much-needed outreach to the interim government and discuss areas of future
cooperation
The passage states that Mr. Misri’s visit provided a “much-needed outreach” to the interim
government led by Professor Muhammad Yunus, and the discussions included cooperation on various
issues like border management, trade, connectivity, and more.
A is incorrect because there is no mention of India withdrawing from trade agreements; rather, they
“picked up the threads” of previous talks.
B is incorrect; the passage mentions acknowledging concerns about attacks, but not a formal apology.
C is incorrect; the tone is cooperative and consultative, not one of delivering a warning.
6. B) Convicted (verb) – To declare someone guilty of a criminal offense by a verdict or decision. दोषी
ठहयाना
Antonym: Acquitted (verb) – To free someone from a criminal charge by a verdict of not guilty. फयी
कयना
 Sentenced (verb) – To declare the punishment for an offender found guilty by a court. दॊ ड दे ना
 Crucified (verb) – To subject someone to intense suffering or punishment. कष्ट दे ना
 Punished (verb) – To impose a penalty on someone for an offense or crime. सजा दे ना
7. D) ‘After she will get her degree' के स्थान ऩय 'After she got her degree' का use होगा क्मोंकक After के साथ
Future Tense (will get) का use नहीॊ होता है । महाॊ main clause "she moved to Germany" Past Tense भें है ,
इसलरए Subordinate Clause भें बी Past Tense का use कयना आवश्मक है ।
After she will get her degree' will be replaced by 'After she got her degree' because the conjunction
"After" does not take the future tense (will get). Here, the main clause "she moved to Germany" is in
the past tense, so the subordinate clause must also be in the past tense.
8. D) Can you please take care for my belongings for some time?
take care for' का प्रमोग गरत है । सही phrasal verb 'take care of' होता है । Take care of' का अथथ है 'ककसी चीज
की दे खबार कयना।' 'For' का उऩमोग इस phrasal verb भें गरत है ।
The phrase "take care for" is incorrect. The correct phrasal verb is "take care of." The phrasal verb "take
care of" means "to look after or attend to something or someone." Using "for" instead of "of" is
grammatically incorrect in this context.
9. D) 'Smarter' use ‘than’ comparative degree ; —
Mita is smarter than many other kids in the school.
Mita is smarter than many other kids in the school.
10. B) Comply (verb) – To act in accordance with a wish or command ननमभों का ऩारन कयना
 Observe (verb) – To watch carefully and attentively ननयीऺण कयना

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 Obey (verb) – To follow orders or commands आऻा ऩारन कयना (but 'comply' is more formal and
appropriate for following rules and regulations)
 Fulfil (verb) – To meet a requirement or satisfy a need ऩयू ा कयना
11. A) Make use "make money" idiom " " 'Form'
" ," 'Do' " ," औ 'Develop' " ," इ

'Make' should be used because "make money" is a common idiom meaning "to earn money." Whereas,
'Form' means "to shape or create," 'Do' means "to perform an action," and 'Develop' means "to
improve or grow," none of which fit in this context.
12. B) "we will has lived" भें "has" का use गरत है क्मोंकक "will" के साथ हभेशा base form (भर
ू रूऩ) का use होता
है । "has" के स्थान ऩय have का प्रमोग होगा: "By next December, we will have lived in this city for 28 years."
In this sentence, "we will has lived" is incorrect because "will" is always followed by the base form of
the verb. Instead of "has", have should be used. The correct sentence will be:
"By next December, we will have lived in this city for 28 years."
13. B) 'A Gita is considered' भें error है । महाॉ 'A Gita' का प्रमोग ककमा गमा है , रेककन मह अनचु चत है क्मोंकक 'Gita'
(गीता) एक ववलशष्ट औय प्रलसद्ध ग्रॊथ है । ववलशष्ट ग्रॊथों के नाभ से ऩहरे 'The' का प्रमोग होता है । अत् 'A Gita' के
स्थान ऩय 'The Gita' होना चाहहए।
The error lies in 'A Gita is considered'. Here, the article 'A' is incorrectly used before 'Gita.' Since 'Gita' is
a specific and renowned scripture, the definite article 'The' should be used instead of 'A.'
14. A) hit the books (idiom) – To begin to study seriously for an exam or test. ऩढाई भें जुट जाना
 bury himself in (idiom) – To immerse oneself deeply in work, studies, or a particular activity. ककसी
काभ मा गनतववचध भें ऩयू ी तयह से रीन हो जाना
 learn the ropes (idiom) – To understand the basics of how something is done. फनु नमादी जानकायी
प्राप्त कयना।
 hit the sack (idiom) – To go to bed. सोने जाना।
15. A) 'In accordance to' 'in accordance with' 'in accordance with'
idiomatic expression , " " 'In accordance to' Example –
The decision was made in accordance with the rules.
'in accordance with' will be used instead of 'in accordance to' because 'in accordance with' is the
correct idiomatic expression meaning "in agreement with" or "according to." 'In accordance to' is
incorrect. Example – The decision was made in accordance with the rules.
16. D) 'Music' का use सही है क्मोंकक "face the music" एक idiom है जजसका अथथ है अऩने गरत कामों के लरए
जजम्भेदायी रेना औय ऩरयणाभों का साभना कयना। इस sentence भें , Jane को अऩनी गरती का एहसास होता है
औय वह इसके लरए जजम्भेदायी रेने के लरए तैमाय होती है, इसलरए 'music' सही उत्तय है ।

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'Music' is correct because "face the music" is an idiom meaning to take responsibility for one’s actions
and face the consequences. In this sentence, Jane realizes her mistake and is ready to take
responsibility, making 'music' the appropriate choice.
Face the music (Idiom) – be confronted with the unpleasant consequences of one's actions.

17. B) Lavish (adjective) – Sumptuously rich, elaborate, or luxurious; extravagant. बव्म, अत्मचधक खचीरा।
Synonym: Excessive (adjective) – More than necessary, extravagant, over-the-top.अनत, अत्मचधक।
 Happy (adjective) – Feeling or showing pleasure or contentment. खुश।
 Simple (adjective) – Plain, basic, or uncomplicated. साधायण।
 Middling (adjective) – Moderate or average in quality or quantity.औसत।
18. D) The correct spelling of the underlined word "whether" in the sentence is "weather", which means
“the state of the atmosphere at a particular place and time as regards heat, cloudiness, dryness,
sunshine, wind, rain, etc.” (भौसभ).
19. A) polite' के फदरे 'humble' का use होगा क्मोंकक मह वाक्म के बाव औय अचधकायी के व्मवहाय को सही तयीके से
व्मक्त कयता है । humble' का अथथ है ववनम्र मा अऩनी भहत्ता को कभ कयके हदखाना। मह अचधकायी के
कामथकताथओॊ के प्रनत लशष्ट औय सम्भानजनक व्मवहाय को दशाथता है । 'officious' का अथथ है दखरॊदाजी कयने वारा
मा अचधक हस्तऺेऩ कयने वारा, जो नकायात्भक अथथ दे ता है औय वाक्म के बाव से भेर नहीॊ खाता। 'harsh' का अथथ
है कठोय मा ननदथ मी, जो 'polite' के ववऩयीत है । 'adamant' का अथथ है अडडग मा जजद्दी, जो बी 'polite' के ववऩयीत है ।
'polite' will be replaced by 'humble' because it accurately conveys the officer's respectful and modest
behavior towards the workers as implied in the sentence. 'humble' means modest or showing respect,
which aligns with the officer's polite attitude. 'officious' means meddling or interfering, which gives a
negative connotation and does not suit the sentence. 'harsh' means cruel or severe, which is the
opposite of polite and thus incorrect. 'adamant' means unyielding or stubborn, which is not related to
being polite.
20. A) The correct spelling of Motevate is Motivate, which means to provide someone with a reason for
doing something or to inspire someone to act (प्रेरयत कयना).
21. D) 'Inventor' का use सही है क्मोंकक इसका अथथ है ककसी चीज को ऩहरी फाय फनाना मा ववकलसत कयना। महाॉ
सॊदबथ हदमा गमा है कक John Biggins ने ऩहरी फैंक-आधारयत क्रेडडट काडथ प्रणारी 'Charge-It' का आववष्काय ककमा।
इसलरए, 'inventor' इस सॊदबथ भें उऩमक्
ु त है । 'Finder' का अथथ होता है खोज कयने वारा, रेककन महाॉ ककसी चीज की
खोज का उल्रेख नहीॊ है , फजल्क ककसी चीज के ननभाथण का है। 'Producer' का अथथ है उत्ऩाद फनाने वारा मा
ननभाथणकताथ, रेककन मह 'Charge-It' प्रणारी के ननभाथण के लरए सही सॊदबथ नहीॊ है । Discoverer' का अथथ है कुछ
ऩहरे से भौजूद चीज को खोजना। 'Charge-It' प्रणारी ऩहरे से भौजूद नहीॊ थी; इसे फनामा गमा था।
'Inventor' is correct as it means someone who creates or designs something for the first time. The
context mentions that John Biggins invented the 'Charge-It' program, making 'inventor' the appropriate
choice. 'Finder' means someone who discovers something, but the context does not refer to

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discovering; it refers to creating. 'Producer' means someone who manufactures or creates something,
but it does not suit the context of inventing the 'Charge-It' program. 'Discoverer' refers to finding
something that already exists. The 'Charge-It' program was not pre-existing; it was created.
22. D) 'Connecting' "connecting"
'Smashing' , 'Splitting'
, औ 'Untangling' , इ
'Connecting' should be used because it means bringing two or more things together or linking them.
Whereas, 'Smashing' means breaking or destroying, 'Splitting' means dividing or separating, and
'Untangling' means resolving a complication, which don't fit in this context.
23. C) 'Allowing' use "allowing"
'Enjoying' , 'Forbidding' , औ 'Prohibiting' ,
इ
'Allowing' should be used because it means giving permission to someone to do something. Whereas,
'Enjoying' means taking pleasure in something, 'Forbidding' means prohibiting or banning, and
'Prohibiting' means restricting, which don't fit in this context.
24. B) 'Issued' use "issued"
'Censored' , 'Suppressed' ,औ
'Published' , इ
'Issued' should be used because it means to officially provide or release something. Whereas,
'Censored' means restricting content, 'Suppressed' means to restrain or prevent, and 'Published' means
to make something public, which don't fit in this context.
25. C) Universal' का use होगा क्मोंकक इसका अथथ है "सावथबौलभक" मा "दनु नमा बय भें प्रचलरत"। sentence भें
mention है कक Visa 150 से अचधक दे शों भें स्वीकाय की जाती है , जो इसे व्माऩक रूऩ से प्रचलरत औय सबी जगह
स्वीकामथ फनाता है । इसलरए, 'universal' महाॉ सही ववकल्ऩ है । 'Solidify' का अथथ है "भजफत
ू फनाना", जो महाॉ कपट
नहीॊ होता क्मोंकक मह क्रेडडट काडथ की स्वीकामथता का वणथन नहीॊ कयता।
'Amateur' का अथथ है "अनब
ु वी न होना" मा "शौककमा", जो क्रेडडट काडथ के लरए प्रासॊचगक नहीॊ है । 'Entitle' का अथथ
है "अचधकाय दे ना", रेककन महाॉ इसका उऩमोग वाक्म की बावना औय सॊदबथ भें सही नहीॊ है ।
'Universal' is the correct choice because it means "global" or "widely accepted." The sentence
mentions that Visa is accepted in over 150 countries, making it fitting to describe Visa as universally
accepted. 'Solidify' means "to strengthen," which doesn't fit as it doesn't describe the global
acceptance of the credit card. 'Amateur' means "not professional," which is irrelevant in this context.
'Entitle' means "to give a right," which doesn't match the context of global acceptance.

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