2023 · Q39
In this section, each of the following sentences has a blank space followed by four options. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
________ his illness, he could not finish the work on time.
EnglishPrepositions and Determiners
- ASubsequent for
- BAs a consequence of
- CIn consequence to
- DOn account
Explanation
The sentence explains that illness caused the failure to finish work, indicating consequence. 'As a consequence of' (B) correctly shows the illness led to the result. 'Subsequent for' (a) is ungrammatical, 'in consequence to' (c) is incorrect phrasing, and 'on account' (d) is incomplete (needs 'of'). The blank requires a phrase meaning 'because of'. Hence option B is correct. Cross-checked with Oswaal CDS Yearwise Solved Papers.