Select the most appropriate article to fill in the blank.

Lack of education is one of ______ most important reasons for poverty.

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  1. a
  2. the 
  3. an 
  4. No article

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Option 2 : the 
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The correct answer is 'the'.
 
Key Points
  • The definite article "the" is used before a noun to specify it as something unique or specific. (विशिष्ट)
  • In the given sentence, "most important reasons" is considered specific and thus requires the definite article "the".
  • The other options: "a," "an," and "no article" do not fit the context as appropriately.

​Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 2'.

Complete Sentence: Lack of education is one of the most important reasons for poverty.

Additional Information
  • A: used before words starting with a consonant sound; indicates one of many. (एक)
  • An: used before words starting with a vowel sound; indicates one of many. (एक)
  • No article: used when the noun is general or non-specific.
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