Correct Article Usage

CMAT 2026 · Language Comprehension · Easy · Grammar

Which one of the following is grammatically and logically correct?

  1. A.

    Milton is the Surdas of England.

  2. B.

    Surdas is Milton of India.

  3. C.

    The Surdas is Milton of India.

  4. D.

    The Surdas is the Milton of India.

Answer

A

Explanation

When a proper noun is used as a common noun to designate a person with specific renowned qualities, the definite article 'the' is used before it. Hence, "Milton is the Surdas of England" is correct.

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