hamburger menu
All Coursesall course arrow
adda247
reward-icon
adda247
    arrow
    arrow
    arrow
    This question consists of a sentence which is divided into four parts numbered (1) to (4). Only one part of the sentence is not acceptable in standard
    Question

    This question consists of a sentence which is divided into four parts numbered (1) to (4). Only one part of the sentence is not acceptable in standard writing English. Identify that part which contains an error.

    A.

    They are living in Delhi

    B.

    for two decades now

    C.

    and yet find it difficult

    D.

    to locate places in it.

    Correct option is A


    The phrase "They are living in Delhi" is incorrect in the context because the present continuous tense "are living" is not appropriate for an action that has been continuing for a long duration like two decades. The correct tense should be present perfect continuous tense, as it indicates an action that started in the past and continues in the present.
    Corrected sentence: "They have been living in Delhi for two decades now and yet find it difficult to locate places in it."
    Grammatical rule used:
    The present perfect continuous tense is used to describe actions that began in the past and are still ongoing. Hindi Explanation: जब कोई कार्य अतीत में शुरू हुआ हो और अब भी चल रहा हो, तब Present Perfect Continuous Tense का प्रयोग किया जाता है।
    Example:
    Incorrect: He is working in this company for five years. Correct: He has been working in this company for five years.

    Free Tests

    Free
    Must Attempt

    SSC CGL T-I Similar Paper (Held on 12 Sep 2025 S2)

    languageIcon English
    • pdpQsnIcon100 Questions
    • pdpsheetsIcon200 Marks
    • timerIcon60 Mins
    languageIcon English
    Free
    Must Attempt

    SSC CGL T-I GA Section Test 01

    languageIcon English
    • pdpQsnIcon25 Questions
    • pdpsheetsIcon50 Marks
    • timerIcon15 Mins
    languageIcon English
    Free
    Must Attempt

    SSC CGL T-I Full Mock Test 1 (Exam Level)

    languageIcon English
    • pdpQsnIcon100 Questions
    • pdpsheetsIcon200 Marks
    • timerIcon60 Mins
    languageIcon English

    Similar Questions

    test-prime-package

    Access ‘Supreme Court of india’ Mock Tests with

    • 60000+ Mocks and Previous Year Papers
    • Unlimited Re-Attempts
    • Personalised Report Card
    • 500% Refund on Final Selection
    • Largest Community
    students-icon
    383k+ students have already unlocked exclusive benefits with Test Prime!
    Our Plans
    Monthsup-arrow