Multiple choice

Choose the correct option and fill blank (i).

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. regarded

  2. thought

  3. observed

  4. attained

  5. ordered

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A Correct answer
Explanation

The correct answer is A. The phrase is 'we have ____ increased production as complementary to improved distribution.' 'Regarded' here means 'viewed' or 'considered' - India has viewed or considered increased production as complementary to (working alongside) improved distribution. 'Thought' is less formal. 'Observed' would mean watched, not considered. 'Attained' means achieved, not regarded. 'Ordered' doesn't fit the context.