Multiple choice

Directions: In the question below there are four statements which express the same idea. Choose the alternative that is most clear and concise.

  1. In becoming a part of the global family, India has taken the irrevocable step forward nonetheless.

  2. Nonetheless, India has taken the irrevocable step forward in becoming a part of the global family.

  3. In becoming a part of the global family, India has nonetheless taken the irrevocable step forward.

  4. The irrevocable step of becoming part of the global family has nonetheless been taken by India.
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Option B is clearest and most concise because it places the transitional adverb 'nonetheless' at the beginning where it can effectively modify the entire clause, follows standard English word order (Subject-Verb-Object), and maintains logical flow between the contrasting ideas. Options A and C awkwardly split the verb phrase, while D uses passive voice and nominalization, making the sentence unnecessarily indirect.

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