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Instructions: Choose the correct synonymous word or description for each quoted word in the passage below.

“The Jan Lokpal Bill, also 'referred to' (126) as the citizens' ombudsman bill, is a proposed 'independent' (127) anti-corruption law in India. Anti-corruption social activists proposed it as a more effective improvement on the original Lokpal Bill, which is currently being proposed by the government of India. The Jan Lokpal Bill aims to effectively 'deter' (128) corruption, redress 'grievances' (129) of citizens, and protect whistle-blowers. If made into law, the bill would create an independent 'ombudsman' (130) body called the Lokpal. It would be empowered to register and investigate complaints of corruption against politicians and bureaucrats without prior government approval.” (Source: Wikipedia)

(126) 'referred to' means:

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“Referred to as” simply means “called” or “described as” another name.
Updated On: Jul 15, 2026
  • described as
  • included in
  • supported for
  • reformed as
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Understanding the Concept.
“Also referred to as” is a common phrase meaning “also called” or “also known by the name”.

Step 2: Check the options.
“Included in” would mean the bill is a part of something else, not a naming phrase, so option B is wrong. “Supported for” does not fit the naming sense at all, so option C is wrong. “Reformed as” suggests a change, not a naming, so option D is wrong.

Step 3: Final Answer.
“Referred to as” means “described as” (i.e. called by another name), so option A is correct.
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