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    Question

    In each of the questions given below, four words are

    printed in bold. These four words may or may not be in their correct position. The sentence is followed by options showing different combinations in which these words can be replaced to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct. Choose the option that gives the correct rearrangement of the words. If the sentence is correct as it is, choose Option (E). Diplomatic negotiations often require (A) patience, mutual ability (B) and the trust (C) to compromise amid shifting geopolitical (D) realities.
    A Only (B–C) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Only (A–D) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Both (A–C) and (B–D) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Only (A–C) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E The statement is correct Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Explanation: “Mutual trust” and “the ability to compromise” are parallel ideas. Current placement disrupts balance. Swapping B–C restores correct structure: mutual ability → incorrect the trust to compromise → incorrect Hence, Only (B–C) is correct.

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