Question

Which of the phrase given below the sentence should replace the word/phrase given in underline in the sentence to make it grammatically correct? If the sentence is correct as it is given and no correction is required, select 'No correction required' as the answer.
This drought, in the fifth consecutive year, must be used as an opportunity to effect changes in practice for the management of our water resources where every community and household is involved.

• A. on the five consecutive years.
• B. in the fifth consecutive year
• C. for the fifth consecutive year
• D. in five consecutive years
• E. No correction required

Answer 1

The correct option is C for the fifth consecutive year

'In' is the inappropriate usage in the fifth consecutive years (underline part). 'In' should be replaced by 'for' so that the syntax becomes correct.
E.g. For three consecutive series, Sachin has been rested.