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Who are the ‘deserving ones’? - English

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Who are the ‘deserving ones’?

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Those who have merit and competence are the deserving ones.

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Chapter 5.2: Everest is not the Only Peak - Exercises [Page 158]

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Samacheer Kalvi English Class 11 TN Board
Chapter 5.2 Everest is not the Only Peak
Exercises | Q A. 2. | Page 158

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