The Indian Express Editorial – By English Madhyam 06 Feb 2025

The Third Edit on India’s U-19 World Cup win: Playing like her

India’s U19 World Cup cricket triumph brings a dash of optimism to women’s cricket. By drubbing
South Africa in the finals, the Indian team displayed an infectious ambition, dominating the
tournament. It augurs well for the future of women’s cricket in India. Though Australia, England and
New Zealand barely take juniors cricket seriously, the Indian U19 triumph will ignite hopes of a seniors
trophy. It can safely be said that India has unearthed a superstar talent in Gongadi Trisha, an all-
rounder and prolific batter from the World Cup.

Trisha set the batting charts on fire, scoring the only century of the tournament and notching
consistent scores, four of the highest innings from the Top 15. But cricket triumphs are always team
efforts and India can be said to have located other stars like batter and compulsive boundary-hitter
Kamalini, and bowlers Vaishnavi Sharma and Aayushi Shukla. Trisha, though, remains the story of the
tournament. The youngster from Hyderabad was given a plastic bat at age two by her father and
raised to become a formidable cricketer, skilling her to hit sixes, score mountains of runs and take
crucial wickets.

Women’s cricket in India has earned its rightful privileges — equal match fee, a cash-rich franchise
league, and a broad-based, even if rudimentary, domestic set-up, where new names are cropping up
who could become India’s future post Harmanpreet Kaur and Smriti Mandhana, who have carried the
burden for the last few years after Mithali Raj and Jhulan Goswami. The spot belonging to Shafali
Verma, part of a project of regeneration of women’s cricket, has many more contenders now like
Pratika Rawal, and Trisha will begin pushing for the opening position soon. Women’s cricket is seeing
aspiration meet a nurturing system. With franchise facilities and local academies mushrooming for
girls, the future can only be bright. Beating Australia to a seniors crown remains the final frontier for
Indian women. Trisha & Co showed that that too can be done. [Practice Exercise]

 Red/blue coloring of words in the sentence indicates subject verb relationship; where ‘red’
denotes ‘subject’ and ‘blue’ denotes ‘verb’

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Vocabulary
1. Triumph (noun) – Victory, success, 12. Set on fire (phrase) – Excite, energize,
achievement, conquest, win inspire, electrify, make dynamic

2. Dash (noun) – Small amount, touch, hint,

sprinkle, trace झलक 13. Notch (verb) – Score, achieve, attain, mark,
reach लक
3. Optimism (noun) – Hopefulness, positivity,
confidence, enthusiasm, bright outlook
14. Consistent (adjective) – Steady, regular,
dependable, persistent, uniform

4. Drub (verb) – Defeat, thrash, crush,

15. Compulsive (adjective) – Irresistible,
overpower, outplay uncontrollable, addictive, habitual,
obsessive
5. Infectious (adjective) – likely to spread or
influence others in a rapid manner.
16. Formidable (adjective) – Powerful,
क impressive, strong, intimidating,
commanding
6. Ambition (noun) – Aspiration, goal, desire,
determination, dream क 17. Privilege (noun) – Favor, grant rights, give
special advantage, provide benefits
7. Augur well (phrase) – Indicate a good
क
outcome, bode well, predict success, signal
prosperity क 18. Franchise (noun) – Licensed team,
professional sports league, authorization,
8. Barely (adverb) – Hardly, scarcely, just,
permit
minimally, narrowly कल
19. Broad-based (adjective) – Comprehensive,
9. Ignite (verb) – Spark, trigger, excite, fuel,
widespread, inclusive, extensive, large-
set off क
scale क
10. Unearth (verb) – Discover, reveal, uncover,
20. Rudimentary (adjective) – Basic,
expose, bring to light क elementary, fundamental, undeveloped,
preliminary क
11. Prolific (adjective) – Highly productive,
abundant, successful, fruitful, talented
क

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21. Crop up (phrasal verb) – Appear suddenly, 25. Nurture (verb) – Foster, develop, cultivate,
emerge, arise, come up, surface क train, support ल - क

26. Mushroom (verb) – Expand rapidly, grow

22. Regeneration (noun) – Renewal, revival, quickly, spread, multiply, flourish
restoration, rebirth, reinvention

23. Contender (noun) – C;ompetitor, 27. Frontier (noun) – the extreme limit of
challenger, aspirant, rival, participant understanding or achievement in a
particular area.

24. Push for (phrasal verb) – Advocate,

support, campaign for, promote, press for
क

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Summary of the Editorial

1. India’s U-19 World Cup Victory – The Indian women’s U-19 cricket team won the World
Cup by defeating South Africa in the finals, signaling a bright future for women’s cricket.
2. Dominant Performance – The team displayed exceptional ambition and skill throughout
the tournament, raising hopes for future senior-level success.
3. Global Perspective – Unlike India, countries like Australia, England, and New Zealand do
not invest heavily in U-19 women’s cricket, making India’s win even more significant.
4. Emerging Talent – Gongadi Trisha – Trisha, an all-rounder and prolific batter, emerged
as the standout player, showcasing remarkable consistency and scoring the only century
of the tournament.
5. Consistent Performer – She delivered four of the highest innings in the Top 15, proving
her potential as a future star for Indian women’s cricket.
6. Team Effort in Victory – India’s success was not just about Trisha; players like Kamalini
(boundary-hitting batter), and bowlers Vaishnavi Sharma and Aayushi Shukla also made
vital contributions.
7. Trisha’s Cricketing Journey – She was introduced to cricket at the age of two by her
father and trained rigorously, developing into a formidable batter capable of hitting
sixes and taking wickets.
8. Advancement of Women’s Cricket in India – The sport has progressed significantly, with
equal match fees, the establishment of a franchise league, and a growing domestic
talent pool.
9. Future Beyond Senior Stars – With veterans like Harmanpreet Kaur and Smriti
Mandhana leading after the era of Mithali Raj and Jhulan Goswami, India now has a
broader base of rising stars.
10. Shafali Verma’s Position Under Challenge – Young players like Pratika Rawal and Trisha
could soon compete for top positions, particularly in the opening slot.
11. Supportive Ecosystem – The expansion of cricket facilities, franchise teams, and local
academies for women has contributed to the rapid growth of talent.
12. Bright Future Ahead – The increasing number of young cricketers entering the system
ensures that Indian women’s cricket is on a strong growth trajectory.
13. India’s Final Challenge – Beating Australia – The senior team has yet to defeat Australia
in a major tournament final, but the U-19 team’s triumph shows that it is possible.
14. Significance of This Victory – The win is more than just a title; it symbolizes a shift in
India’s approach to women’s cricket, focusing on grassroots development and talent
scouting.
15. Hope for a Senior World Cup – The U-19 team’s victory raises expectations for the
Indian senior women’s team to secure a major international trophy in the near future.

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Practice Exercise: SSC Pattern Based

1. Which Indian cricketer set the batting charts on fire in the U19 Women’s World Cup by
scoring the only century of the tournament? [Editorial Page]
A. Kamalini
B. Gongadi Trisha
C. Aayushi Shukla
D. Pratika Rawal
2. What major achievement did India’s U19 women’s cricket team accomplish in the
tournament?
A. Defeated Australia in the final
B. Won the World Cup by defeating South Africa
C. Scored the highest total in a World Cup match
D. Became the first team to win back-to-back U19 World Cups
3. Why is India’s U19 World Cup victory significant for women’s cricket in the country?
A. It proved that India is the best cricketing nation
B. It guarantees a future senior World Cup victory
C. It highlights emerging talent and boosts women’s cricket infrastructure
D. It led to a new league for junior cricketers
4. What can be inferred about the future of women's cricket in India based on the passage?
A. It is likely to decline as senior players retire.
B. It is expected to grow with better infrastructure and rising talents.
C. It will remain stagnant due to a lack of opportunities.
D. It is entirely dependent on a few star players like Smriti Mandhana.
5. Why does the passage suggest that India’s U19 triumph might impact the senior women’s
team?
A. Because it guarantees that the senior team will win the next World Cup.
B. Because the senior team has been underperforming and needs replacements.
C. Because South Africa will now fear playing against India.
D. Because young talents like Trisha and Kamalini can strengthen the senior team in the
future.
6. Complete the dialogue for Person B.
Person A: How was the book?
Person B: I didn’t like it. The story ends ____ for the hero
A. badly
B. worse
C. bad
D. Worst

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7. Sentences of a paragraph are given below. While the first sentence (1) is in correct order,
the sentences that follow are jumbled up. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to
form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
1. The couple had been wanting to take some time off from their hectic work schedule.
A. The travel agent helped the couple plan their dream vacation, taking care of all the
details from flights to accommodations.
B. The couple enjoyed their time abroad, exploring new places and trying new foods.
C. Upon returning home, the couple looked back on their trip with fond memories and a
sense of gratitude for the experience.
D. The trip provided a much-needed break from their hectic lives, allowing them to relax
and recharge.
E. They recognised that it was important to take a break from work time to time to revitalise
themselves, and therefore, decided to continue travelling in future.
A. ADCBE
B. BADCE
C. CBDEA
D. ABDCE
8. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
The bureaucracy kept the government ________ informed about the riots in the town.
A. well
B. very
C. straight
D. So
9. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
The country’s economy is in a ________ serious condition
A. deadly
B. rightly
C. absolutely
D. Carefully
10. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Surabhi was one of the _____ girls; if not the ________ girl
A. happiest; happy
B. happy; happy
C. happier; happier
D. happy; happiest
11. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Since it was a very cold day, my cat ____________ on the terrace all afternoon
A. lying
B. lie
C. laid
D. Lay

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12. Sentences of a paragraph are given below. While the first sentence (1) is in correct order,
the sentences that follow are jumbled up. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to
form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
The owner had been in business since decades and understood its requirements
A. The owner conducted market research and analysed customer data to identify key
trends and preferences.
B. The campaign was launched and monitored for effectiveness, with adjustments made
as needed to optimize performance.
C. He recognised the need for a new marketing strategy, as sales had been stagnant for
several months.
D. As a result, sales started to pick-up and the company continued to increase its revenue
and thereby, profit.
E. Based on the research, the owner developed a new marketing campaign focused on
reaching the target audience through social media and email marketing
A. CAEBD
B. CBDEA
C. ACDEB
D. BCADE
13. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Having found no one, the postman slipped the letter _________ the door of the mansion.
A. below
B. underneath
C. without
D. Above
14. Select the most appropriate preposition to fill in the blank.
Everyone glanced ______ the pretty girl at the pool party
A. to
B. on
C. at
D. For
15. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
The committee was dissolved because the in-charge was ________ troublemaker
A. No article required
B. the
C. a
D. An
16. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Sunil left school in 2014; I have not seen him _____.
A. Since
B. for
C. then

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D. Hence
17. Select the most appropriate adjective to fill in the blank.
The houseowner was a ________ lady who ran a shelter for stray animals
A. true
B. strong
C. brave
D. Kind
18. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
The captain as well as his players _________ anxious about the forthcoming match
A. is
B. are
C. have
D. Has
19. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Instead of ________ books, I borrow them from the library
A. buying
B. stolen
C. bad
D. Good
20. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
This is the place ________ Radha lived six years ago
A. What
B. when
C. how
D. Where
21. Select the most appropriate article to fill in the blank.
Two of ________ four awards are meant for engineering students
A. No article required
B. a
C. an
D. The
22. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
The horse was uncontrollable, so John jumped _________ the horse
A. of
B. off
C. To
D. In
23. Select the most appropriate verb to fill in the blank.
We ________ for the taxi to come before saying good bye
A. waited
B. longed

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C. Threatened
D. Strived
24. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Both ____________ painters refused to work for the king
A. an
B. all
C. the
D. A
25. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
________ Certain Rahim came looking for you.
A. An
B. The
C. He
D. A

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Answers
1. B 2. B 3. C 4. D 5. 6. A 7. D 8. A 9. A 10. A 11. D 12. A
13. B 14. C 15. C 16. A 17. D 18. A 19. A 20. D 21. D 22. B 23. A 24. C
25. D [Practice Exercise]
Explanation
1. B) The passage states that Gongadi Trisha was the standout performer in the tournament,
scoring the only century and consistently ranking among the top batters. She is highlighted as a
rising superstar in women’s cricket.
2. B) The passage mentions that India’s U19 team triumphed in the final against South Africa,
dominating the tournament and raising hopes for future success in women’s cricket.
3. C) The passage suggests that the victory signals a promising future for women’s cricket in India,
with new players emerging, improved facilities, and a growing ecosystem that supports
women’s cricket development.
4. B) The passage highlights India's growing investment in women's cricket, mentioning equal
match fees, a franchise league, and local academies. It also talks about emerging young talents,
indicating that the sport will continue to flourish.
5. D) The passage suggests that the U19 victory brings hope for the senior team by introducing
new players like Trisha, Kamalini, and others who could compete for key positions. It implies a
positive transition where young talents will take over from established players.
6. A) Badly' क क एक adverb क क ए क क क
'Badly' क कक क क क लए 'Worse' औ 'Worst'
comparative औ superlative forms , क context क quality क
comparison क , क action क 'Bad' एक adjective औ एक adverb क
 Badly' should be used because an adverb is needed here to describe how something
happens. 'Badly' correctly expresses that the story does not end well for the hero. 'Worse'
and 'Worst' are comparative and superlative forms, which do not fit in this context as
they compare quality rather than describing an action. 'Bad' is an adjective, and an
adverb is needed here
7. D) ABDCE
The couple had been wanting to take some time off from their hectic work schedule The travel agent
helped the couple plan their dream vacation, taking care of all the details from flights to
accommodations The couple enjoyed their time abroad, exploring new places and trying new foods. The
trip provided a much-needed break from their hectic lives, allowing them to relax and recharge. Upon
returning home, the couple looked back on their trip with fond memories and a sense of gratitude for
the experience. They recognised that it was important to take a break from work time to time to
revitalise themselves, and therefore, decided to continue travelling in future
8. A) 'Well' क use क "well" एक adverb क क ,
क Sentence क क क क क क

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क , लए 'well' क 'Very' क , 'Straight' क

, औ 'So' क लए context
 'Well' should be used because it is an adverb meaning in a good or satisfactory manner,
fitting the context here. The sentence states that the bureaucracy kept the government
well informed about the riots, thus 'well' is the appropriate choice here. Whereas, 'Very'
means a high degree, 'Straight' means directly, and 'So' indicates therefore or to such an
extent, which don't fit in this context
9. A) deadly' क use क 'deadly' क क क, क
क एक औ क Sentence ल क क
" " , लए 'deadly' क क क क 'Rightly'
क क , 'Absolutely' क , औ 'Carefully' क
क, context क क क क
क
 A. deadly' should be used because it implies something is very dangerous or fatal,
suggesting the country's economy is in an extremely serious and dangerous condition.
The mention of the economy being in a "serious condition" fits 'deadly' as it amplifies
the degree of severity. Whereas, 'Rightly' means in a correct or appropriate manner,
'Absolutely' means completely, and 'Carefully' means with care, which don't convey the
level of seriousness or danger to the economy as 'deadly' does in this context
10. A ) "happiest; happy" क क क क क Surabhi
ल क एक , लए, ल ल "happiest"
ए, क क ल क क ,औ "happy" ए,
क क
 Option A "happiest; happy" is correct as it accurately reflects the context. The sentence
indicates that Surabhi is among the happy girls, if not the happiest. Therefore, the first
blank should be filled with "happiest," indicating her comparative position within the
group, and the second should be "happy," indicating potential supremacy.
11. 'D) ' क "Lay" क "lay" क कल क क
क क क क क
ल , क एक , लए 'Lay' 'Lying'
कल ल क क , 'Lie' कलक ल क क ,औ
'Laid' लकल क क क ल ल , लए 'Lay'
क

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Option 'D' "Lay" is correct because "lay" is used for the past tense when the subject has
placed an object somewhere or has been in a position itself. Here, the sentence is about
the cat being on the terrace all afternoon on a very cold day, which is a past action,
making 'Lay' suitable in this context. 'Lying' represents the state of being in a lying
position in the present tense, 'Lie' is the present tense form indicating the act of lying
down by oneself, and 'Laid' is the past tense action of placing an object. Since it's the cat
that was in a lying position, 'Lay' is the correct choice
12. A) CAEBD
The owner had been in business since decades and understood its requirements He recognised
the need for a new marketing strategy, as sales had been stagnant for several months. The owner
conducted market research and analysed customer data to identify key trends and preferences.
Based on the research, the owner developed a new marketing campaign focused on reaching the
target audience through social media and email marketing The campaign was launched and
monitored for effectiveness, with adjustments made as needed to optimize performance.As a result,
sales started to pick-up and the company continued to increase its revenue and thereby, profit

13. B) underneath' क use क 'underneath' क क क sentence

mention क क postman क क क क लक क ल , लए
'underneath' क 'Below' क लक , 'Without' क
क , औ 'Above' क ऊ , context
 underneath' should be used because it means directly below something. The sentence
mentions that the postman slipped the letter under the door of the mansion after
finding no one, making 'underneath' the most appropriate choice. While 'Below' also
indicates a position lower than something, it's more ambiguous in this context. 'Without'
means in the absence of, and 'Above' means at a higher place, neither of which fits in
this context
14. C) at' क use क 'glance at' क क क ओ औ
ल sentence mention क क क pool party ल क क ओ ,
लए 'at' क 'to' क क , 'on' क क
, औ 'For' क क क क क लए , context
 at' should be used because 'glance at' means to look briefly and quickly at someone or
something. The sentence mentions that everyone glanced at the pretty girl at the pool
party, making 'at' fitting here. Whereas, 'to' implies direction, 'on' means being in a
position atop something, and 'For' is used to indicate purpose or reason, which don't fit
in this context
15. C) ' A क use क क क क एक क ल
क , 'a' क क "troublemaker" एक एक क

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, लए 'a' 'No article required' क औ

, 'the' क औ ओ क लए , औ 'An' क
क ल क context क ल
A should be used because when referring to an indefinite person or thing with an adjective, 'a' is
used. Here, "troublemaker" is an adjective describing an indefinite person, making 'a' correct.
'No article required' is used when the person or thing is general and not specific, 'the' is used for
definite and specific individuals or things, and 'An' is used before words that start with a vowel
sound, not a consonant. In this context, the other three options are incorrect.
16. A) Since' क use क "since" क एक लक क Sentence
क क Sunil 2014 कल क औ ल क , लए 'since'
क 2014 क ल क क Sunil लक 'then' क एक
क क ओक क लए , 'for' क क ल क लए ,औ
'Hence' क क , context
 Since' should be used because "since" refers to the period of time from a specific point
in the past until now. The sentence mentions that Sunil left school in 2014 and implies
that the speaker hasn't seen him from that time to the present, making 'since' the correct
choice. It indicates that the speaker has not encountered Sunil at any point after 2014.
'Then' is used to refer to a time following a particular moment, 'for' is used for the
duration of time, and 'Hence' means therefore, which doesn't fit in this context
17. D) Kind' क use क 'kind' क ल क क Sentence
क ल क लए एक ल , क ल क क
'True' क , 'Strong' क , औ 'Brave' क , context

 'Kind' should be used because it means having a friendly, generous, and considerate
nature. The sentence mentions a lady who runs a shelter for stray animals, which shows
her kindness. Whereas, 'True' means being honest, 'Strong' means having physical
power, and 'Brave' implies courage, which don't fit in this context
18. A) 'is' will be used instead of 'are' because the phrase 'as well as' does not affect the main subject
('The captain'), which is singular. Hence, a singular verb should be used; Like— The teacher as
well as the students is excited about the trip.
19. A) Buying' क use क 'buying' क क Sentence क
क क कल ल , लए 'buying' क क
'Stolen' क , क context झ ; 'Bad' औ 'Good' क
क क लए , क क क

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 'Buying' should be used because it means to purchase something. The sentence

indicates that instead of purchasing books, the person borrows them from the library,
making 'buying' the correct choice here. Whereas 'Stolen' implies theft, which doesn't
make sense in this context; 'Bad' and 'Good' are used to indicate quality, which are not
suitable as options in this scenario
20. 'D) Where' क use क 'where' क क क Sentence
mention क क ल ल , लए 'where'
'What' क , 'When' क क , औ 'How' क क , context
क एक क क , क , क,
 'Where' should be used because it refers to a place or location. The sentence mentions
this is the place where Radha lived six years ago, making 'where' appropriate here. 'What'
means what, 'When' means when, and 'How' means how, which are not correct in this
context as the sentence is about a location, not time, manner, or circumstance
21. D) The क क ल ओ, , ओक
क , ' 'क क क क क , एक क
, लए ' ' 'No article required' क , 'a'
औ 'an' ल क क , क क लए
 The' should be used because when we refer to specific or previously mentioned items,
groups, or concepts, we use 'the'. The sentence refers to two out of four awards,
indicating a specific group, hence 'the' is correct. 'No article required' is used when
referring to things in general, 'a' and 'an' are indefinite articles used in a general sense,
not for a specific group
22. B) क 'off' क 'off' क क
क , लए क क ल , क
, लए 'off' 'Of', 'To', औ 'In' context क 'Of' क
क क लए , 'To' क क , औ 'In' क क क
क क क लए , क
 Option 'B' 'off' is correct because 'off' implies moving away from or descending from
something. The sentence explains that the horse was uncontrollable, so John decided to
jump off the horse, indicating his intention to get down from it, making 'off' appropriate
here. 'Of', 'To', and 'In' do not fit in this context because 'Of' is used to express relation,
'To' is used in the context of direction or place, and 'In' is used to describe being inside
something, none of which are relevant here.

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23. A) 'Waited' क use क "waited" क क क लए क क

Sentence mention क क क क क क ए ,
लए 'waited' 'Longed' क लल , 'Threatened' क
क क , औ 'Strived' क क क , context

 Waited' should be used because it means to stay in place or to anticipate something.

The sentence mentions that we waited for the taxi to come before saying goodbye,
making 'waited' fitting here. 'Longed' implies a strong desire or craving, 'Threatened'
means to express an intention of inflicting pain or damage, and 'Strived' means to make
efforts or struggle, which don't fit in this contex
24. C) 'the' क use क क ल क क , 'the'
क Sentence क क ल क लए क क क क ,
लए 'the' 'An' क एक क ल ,
'all' क क क लए लक , औ 'A' क एक क
ल , context
 'The' should be used because it refers to a specific group or already known individuals.
The sentence mentions specific painters who refused to work for the king, making 'the'
correct here. 'An' is used before a singular noun that starts with a vowel sound, 'all'
indicates the entirety of a group but the context is specific here, and 'A' is used before a
singular noun starting with a consonant sound, which doesn't fit in this context.
25. D) 'A' क "certain Rahim" क ल क 'Rahim' क एक
लक ल क 'A' क क
क एक क क 'Certain' क
'A' क क क लक क क
, 'The', 'An', औ 'He' क 'The' औ 'He' औ क ,
क 'An' क 'Rahim' ल क लए
which is 'A', is correct because the use of "certain Rahim" indicates that 'Rahim' is being referred
to as a specific yet indefinite individual. 'A' is used when we are talking about a general or
indefinite person or thing, rather than a specific person or thing. The use of 'A' with 'certain'
denotes the specificity of the individual but still presents it with a sense of indefiniteness. In this
context, 'The', 'An', and 'He' are incorrect because 'The' and 'He' imply definiteness and
specificity, while 'An' is not used before words starting with a consonant sound like 'Rahi

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