Question:
Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the bold word.
The Constitution of India ensures proportionate representation from all regions.
Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the bold word.
The Constitution of India ensures proportionate representation from all regions.
Options:
- a) balanced
- b) partial
- c) unlikely
- d) suffragette
- a) balanced
- b) partial
- c) unlikely
- d) suffragette
correct answer : b)
Explanation:
“Proportionate” means corresponding in size or amount to something else. “Partial” is the closest in meaning here, implying a share or part, as in partial representation. “Balanced” implies fairness, not quantity. “Unlikely” and “suffragette” are unrelated.
“Proportionate” means corresponding in size or amount to something else. “Partial” is the closest in meaning here, implying a share or part, as in partial representation. “Balanced” implies fairness, not quantity. “Unlikely” and “suffragette” are unrelated.