In the following sentence, some words in bold are used correctly while others are not. Identify the words that are used correctly:

"Raising the issue during the zero hour, Tharoor said such attacks on those who expressed **sycophancy** (1) destroyed the idea of **pluralism** (2) and violated the **exaggerated** (3) rules of the Constitution of freedom of speech and expression."

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In the following sentence, some words in bold are used correctly while others are not. Identify the words that are used correctly:

"Raising the issue during the zero hour, Tharoor said such attacks on those who expressed **sycophancy** (1) destroyed the idea of **pluralism** (2) and violated the **exaggerated** (3) rules of the Constitution of freedom of speech and expression."

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1. The word **sycophancy** means insincere praise towards someone in authority to gain advantage. In the sentence, it is used to describe those attacked for expressing this behavior. However, it is unlikely that sycophants would be attacked; rather, those expressing dissent or disagreement would be targeted. Hence, the use of **sycophancy** here is incorrect.

2. The term **pluralism** refers to a system where multiple groups or principles coexist peacefully. This fits well in the context of the sentence, which talks about attacks destroying the idea of coexistence of diverse views. Therefore, **pluralism** is correctly used.

3. The word **exaggerated** means overstated or made to seem more extreme than reality. It is incorrect to say that the Constitution's rules are "exaggerated." The Constitution's rules on freedom of speech are fundamental and cannot be described as exaggerated. Hence, this usage is wrong.

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