Multiple choice

Choose the correct option and fill blank (v).

Directions: The following passage has some blanks, each of which has been numbered.  

Since independence and from the beginning of our planned development, we have ____(i)____ increased production as ____(ii)____ to improved distribution of income. A high rate of growth of the gross national product by itself does not serve our purpose ____(iii)____ it is more equitably shared, benefiting all sections of the population. To be effective, increased production with better distribution depends largely ____(iv)____ to assess the productivity of the small man, whether he is ____(v)____ in agriculture or industry. In agriculture, the most critical inputs are water and credit ____(vi)____ with cultivable land. Our land reform legislation has aimed ____(vii)____ land to small owners. There are sometimes political obstacles; but it is not known generally how many cases are ____(viii)____ in courts. We must atleast ensure that small owners have access to other essential inputs. In industry, we have ____(ix)____ small scale and cottage industries. Greater availability of power along with assured market and credit arrangements can make ____(x)____ difference to productivity.

  1. engaged

  2. involved

  3. buried

  4. alternate

  5. busy

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A Correct answer
Explanation

The correct answer is A. The blank (v) appears in the phrase 'whether he is ____ in agriculture or industry.' The context discusses the 'small man' (small-scale producer/worker), and 'engaged' is the most appropriate verb to describe someone who is involved in or working in a particular sector. 'Involved' is close but 'engaged in' is more idiomatic for describing occupational engagement. 'Buried', 'alternate', and 'busy' don't fit the formal economic context of the passage.