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NDA 1 2025 GAT, question 16

Topic: Synonyms

Directions · Q16 to Q20

In the following items a sentence or a phrase is given with a word that is underlined, followed by four options. Select the most appropriate option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.

Q16

The Constitution of India ensures proportionate representation from all regions.

  1. (a) balancedCorrect answer
  2. (b) partial
  3. (c) unlikely
  4. (d) suffragette

Solution.

Answer: (a) balanced

  1. “Proportionate” means corresponding to an appropriate share or ratio.
  2. In the phrase about representation, “balanced” is the closest offered meaning.
  3. “Partial” can mean biased or incomplete, while the other options do not express proportional representation.