In the following question, the given sentence has four parts marked P, Q, R, and S. Choose the part of the sentence with the error and mark as your answer. If there is no error, mark 'No error (S)' as your answer.
The government need to adopt (P)/ a multi-year expenditure outlook (Q)/ while preparing the budget. (R)/ No error (S)

Correct option is A

Option (a) contains an error.
Error Identification: The plural verb "need" is incorrect when referring to the singular noun "government."
Grammatical Explanation: In British English, "government" is often treated as a collective noun, which can take singular or plural verb forms depending on whether it is viewed as a singular entity or as a group. In American English, however, it typically takes the singular verb "needs."
Corrected sentence: "The government needs to adopt a multi-year expenditure outlook."
Explanation: In this context, the government is acting as a single entity, so the singular verb form "needs" should be used for subject-verb agreement.