Competitive federalism in the context of interaction with foreign countries promoted by Prime Minist...........

English Language (IBPS CL) Word Usage

Directions : In each of the following questions a sentence is given with a word given in BOLD. Corresponding to each question three sentences are given with the use of the same word. From the options choose the sentences which give a DIFFERENT MEANING for the word used in the sentence above. The meaning used in the sentence(s) should be different from the one used in the main sentence.

Competitive federalism, in the context of interaction with foreign countries, promoted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has proved to be a double-edged sword.

(I) In 1761 he was promoted to be member of council, under the presidency of Mr Vansittart, who had been introduced by Clive

(II) The industry was actively promoted by a Frenchman named Jumel, in the service of Mehemet Ali, from 1820 onwards with great success.

(III) He actively promoted the incorporation of the left bank of the Rhine with France.

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Both I and II

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Both II and III

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Explanation:

- In the main sentence, "promoted" refers to encouraging or advancing a cause or ideal.

- Sentence I: "Promoted" here means advancing in rank or position rather than encouraging or supporting an idea.

- Sentence II: "Promoted" is used in the sense of supporting or encouraging an industry, which is similar to its use in the main sentence.

- Sentence III: "Promoted" is used in the context of encouraging or advocating for a political change or incorporation, similar to the meaning in the main sentence.

?? Correct Answer: Option 3 — Only I