Directions [Set of 4 Questions]:In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
The phrase non-governmental or non-profit is commonly used to refer to the various organisations that (1)______ civil society. In general, such organisations are distinguished by the (2)______ that they operate for reasons other than financial gain. Surveys indicate that NGOs have a high degree of public (3)______, which can make them a useful proxy for the concerns of society and stakeholders. NGOs range from small pressure groups on specific environmental concerns or human rights (4)______, to educational charities, women's refuges, cultural associations, religious organisations, legal foundations, humanitarian assistance programmes - and the list could go on - to large international organisations with hundreds or even thousands of branches or members around the world.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.
1.fact
2.value
3.clue
4.lie
Correct Answer : 1
Solution :
The sentence states truth about the non-profit organisation that they operate for reasons other than financial gain. So, the sentence implies to put forward a 'fact' (which means 'a thing that is known or proved to be true') that distinguishes these organisations.
Hence, option (a) is the answer.
Other options render the sentence meaningless.
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