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Discipline is on the wane in schools and colleges these days.

A. declining

B. increasing

C. spreading

D. spiralling

Answer: Option A

Solution(By Examveda Team)

on the wane: to decrease gradually in size, number, strength, or intensity.

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  1. Ramesh Rout
    Ramesh Rout :
    6 years ago

    The phrase 'on the wane' means 'on the decline'.In fact, I appreciate your idea of disseminating knowledge through 'multiple choice questions'. MCQs help build up the desired knowledge by the learner.

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