Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no 5 ........

English Language (MTS) Fill in the blanks

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of
the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.
The pandemic in India occurred at a time (1)______ the crop was standing all ready to be (2)______. If NAFED had not intervened with
the initiative (3)______ the stocks of farmers in these circumstances, it (4)______ not only have been devastating for the farmers
(5)______ also led to a food emergency later on

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 5.

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SSC MTS 13th October 2021 Shift-1

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however

yet

but

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Explanation:

- Let's break down each option to find the most suitable word for blank no. 5.

- Option 1: however

- "However" is typically used to contrast two ideas. The sentence requires a conjunction that adds to the idea of devastation and potential consequences.

- Using "however" would incorrectly suggest a contrast, which doesn't align with the intended meaning.

- Option 2: so

- "So" is used to indicate a result. The sentence structure suggests a continuation rather than indicating results directly related to actions.

- It doesn't fit logically following the devastation context mentioned.

- Option 3: yet

- "Yet" indicates an unexpected outcome. The consequence of leading to a food emergency isn't unexpected after devastation.

- The use of "yet" would imply contradiction, which doesn’t suit the sentence.

- Option 4: but

- "But" introduces a contrast or an exception, adding emphasis to additional effects.

- Using "but" indicates a continuation, that it's devastating for farmers whilst also leading to a food emergency.

The most appropriate option is Option 4: but.