Question : Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with a blank that is to be filled in with an appropriate word. Four alternatives are suggested; choose the correct alternative out of them as your answer.
India was a prosperous country _______ the reign of King Ashoka.
Option 1: between
Option 2: from
Option 3: while
Option 4: during
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Correct Answer: during
Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.
Explanation : During is the correct preposition, which is used when we talk about the course of a duration or when we talk about the period of time. This helps to convey the intended meaning that, throughout the time of King Ashoka, India was a prosperous country.
Therefore, the correct sentence is: "India was a prosperous country during the reigns of King Ashoka."
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