Fill in the blank with the appropriate case marker: Erase with practice __________ but not by erasing in your sentence.

Appeared in: DSSSB 6 September 2024

Explanation

The blank in the sentence requires a case marker that indicates the instrument or means by which an action is performed.
In the context 'Erase with practice', the noun 'practice' is the instrument or method used to achieve the action 'erase' (to improve or correct).
The Hindi case marker 'से' (se) represents the Instrumental Case (करण कारक), which is used to signify 'with' or 'by means of'.
Therefore, 'से' is the grammatically correct choice to show that erasing is done by means of practice.

Option A: The marker 'ने' (ne) is an agentive marker used with the subject of transitive verbs in the perfective (past) tense. It does not indicate an instrument or means.
Option C: The marker 'पर' (par) is a locative marker that indicates location, meaning 'on' or 'at'. It does not fit the context of using practice as a tool.
Option D: The marker 'को' (ko) is an accusative/dative marker. It is used to indicate the direct object of a verb or the recipient of an action ('to'). It cannot mean 'with' or 'by'.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Hindi Case Markers (Karak) as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
While this is a general language question, clear communication is a cornerstone of safe and effective nursing practice.
A strong grasp of grammar in any language (e.g., Hindi, English, regional languages) ensures that nurses can convey instructions, document care, and educate patients accurately.
Miscommunication due to grammatical errors can lead to misunderstandings, medication errors, or non-compliance with treatment plans.

How to Approach the Question

First, read the sentence carefully to understand its meaning: 'Erase with practice...'.
Identify the action (verb) and the noun connected by the blank. The action is 'erase' and the noun is 'practice'.
Determine the grammatical relationship between them. Ask the question: 'How is the erasing done?' The answer is 'with practice' or 'by means of practice'.
This 'with' or 'by means of' relationship corresponds to the Instrumental Case (करण कारक) in Hindi grammar.
Review the given options and recall which case marker represents the Instrumental Case.
Select 'से' as it is the correct marker for the Instrumental Case, signifying the tool or means of an action.

Concept Tested & Keywords

Concept Tested: Hindi Case Markers (Karak)
Stem keywords: case marker, fill in the blank, Hindi grammar, Erase with practice
Lead-in keywords: appropriate

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