In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.
Environmental pollution is a global problem and (161) ______ threat to human survival. The causes of pollution are quite (162) _______, such as contamination of water, cutting of trees and forests, emission of toxic gases etc. Due to (163) _______ factors, the flora and fauna are adversely affected. An awareness to protect the environment is everybody's (164) ______ duty and we should collectively come forward for this noble campaign. Government is taking strong (165) _____ to check the menace of menace.
Select the most appropriate option for blank No. 165

Options

A. measures
B. enticements
C. programmes
D. attempts

Answer

A

Explanation

(a) measures
Attempts: make an effort to achieve
Measures: a plan or course of action taken to achieve a particular purpose
Programmes: a SET of related activities with a particular long-term aim
Enticements: something used to attract or to tempt someone
So the correct answer will be “measures”