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English Language & Literature — CBSE Class 10 board question

Q1. [1]
Fill in the blank by choosing the correct option to complete the concluding part of an article on 'Exploitation of Children'. It ________ (may/should/could) be our concerted effort not to employ children in industries and to save them from any kind of exploitation.
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Model Answer

The correct option is should.

It should be our concerted effort not to employ children in industries and to save them from any kind of exploitation.

Explanation

"Should" expresses moral obligation or duty, which fits the concluding tone of an article appealing to collective responsibility. "May" suggests possibility, and "could" suggests ability — neither conveys the strong moral appeal needed here. Examiners expect students to recognise modal verbs that suit the context: a conclusion calling for action requires "should."

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