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Read the passage given below and answer the questions (121 - 128) that follow :


1.Surrounded by verdant forests, natural springs, and blue hills, Netarhat is Jharkhand’s best-kept secret, located in the district of Latehar, at a distance of about 151 km from the capital city of Ranchi. This quaint hill station brings solace and gives visitors much-deserved refuge from the
hustle and bustle of cities. It is located at an altitude of 3696 feet, allowing people to enjoy magnificent views. Fabulous sunrises and stunning sunsets leave the visitors awestruck. Explore the surreal beauty of this beautiful place, also known as “Queen of Chota Nagpur”, and return refreshed and rejuvenated.


2.With its shimmering waters, sparkling reflections, cool air, and breathtaking scenery, Netarhat lake offers serenity to its visitors. It is an ideal spot for picnics, and the lake’s tranquil waters tempt you to go boating as well. Get closer to nature with the most beautiful forests in Jharkhand, and the pine forests. Netarhat, with its pretty lakes, shady valleys, mountain villages and thick evergreen forests filled with gorgeous pine trees, provides a panoramic scene to the visitors. The pine forests surrounded by mists in winter, make any traveller feel as though they have been transported to another world entirely.


3.The most well-known location is the Sunrise Point which offers a spectacular view of the sunrising that resembles an oil painting. Visitors cannot help but be struck by the sun’s rays as they emerge from valleys covered in lush vegetation and cluster of tall trees. The most picturesque view of the sunrise is visible from Hotel Prabhat Vihar, situated 17 km from Bazaar Haat. Netarhat certainly is a perfect getaway in the heart of nature. Guest houses provide cosy accommodations and a heavenly dining pallete to its visitors.


The underlined word in the phrase ‘this quaint hill station brings solace ....’ implies :

Options

A

it brings peace and comfort

B

it makes you breathless

C

it makes you visit the place year after year

D

it evokes curiosity

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Correct Answer :

Option A

it brings peace and comfort

Solution :

Correct Option: it brings peace and comfort


Explanation:
In the given context of paragraph 1, the passage mentions: "This quaint hill station brings solace and gives visitors much-deserved refuge from the hustle and bustle of cities."


The word 'solace' refers to comfort, peace, or consolation in a time of distress, stress, or sadness. Providing refuge from the busy city life means it offers a calm environment that brings peace and comfort to visitors.


Therefore, the underlined word 'solace' implies that it brings peace and comfort.

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