Select the conclusion(s) that follow(s) based on the correct meaning of the word highlighted in the following sentence.
Sentence: He is actually an amateur photographer but some of his wildlife photographs have received wide acclaim.
Conclusion:
i. Magazines will give him special assignments because of his experience and expertise.
ii. He doesn’t claim any special status among those who have photography as their career.
iii. He often criticises the work of professionals because he is one of them.

Correct option is B

The correct conclusion is (ii) only.
Word Highlighted: “Amateur”
• Meaning: A person who engages in a pursuit, especially a sport or creative activity, on an unpaid basis and without professional credentials. (शौक़िया)
• Example: He is an amateur actor but shows great talent.
Conclusion Analysis:
· Conclusion i is invalid. The sentence emphasizes that he is an “amateur,” meaning he lacks professional experience and expertise, hence there's no basis for special assignments.
· Conclusion ii is valid. Since he is an amateur, it implies he doesn't claim any professional status. This is logically correct.
· Conclusion iii is invalid. There’s no indication that he is a professional or that he criticizes others.