CDS 2026 (I) English, question 106

Topic: Vocabulary and word usage

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Directions · Q101 to Q110

In the following items Match List I with List II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists :

Q106
List I (Word / Expression / Specialised term) List II (Meaning)
A. Implication 1. The act of communicating with / praying to a deity
B. Complication 2. A verbal or written request for an official purpose
C. Supplication 3. A meaning not clearly stated but which can be inferred
D. Application 4. A situation or condition that is complex or confused
  1. (a) A-3, B-1, C-4, D-2
  2. (b) A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3
  3. (c) A-3, B-4, C-1, D-2Correct answer
  4. (d) A-2, B-1, C-4, D-3

Solution.

Answer: (c) A-3, B-4, C-1, D-2

  1. Implication → meaning inferred rather than explicitly stated (3); complication → a difficulty or confusing condition (4); supplication → an earnest or humble plea, especially a prayer (1); application → a formal request (2).
  2. The code is A–3, B–4, C–1, D–2.