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đŸŽ¯ SSC CGL

The 'Twin Singulars' Rule: Either/Neither with Singular Subjects

जुड़वां एकवचन' नियम: Either/Neither के साथ एकवचन

When two singular subjects are connected by correlative conjunctions like 'either...or' or 'neither...nor', the verb must always be singular. The conjunction treats each subject individually, even though two subjects are mentioned.

💡 Fun Memory Story & Formula Trick:
💡 Imagine 'Either' and 'Neither' as two strict bouncers at a club. They only let in *one* person at a time, even if two names are on the list. So, if 'Manager' *or* 'Assistant' comes, only *one* 'is' allowed in! They enforce a 'one-at-a-time' policy for the verb.
💡 'Either' और 'Neither' को एक क्लब के दो सख्त बाउंसर समझो। वे एक समय में केवल *एक* व्यक्ति को अंदर जाने देते हैं, भले ही सूची में दो नाम हों। तो, यदि 'मैनेजर' *या* 'असिस्टेंट' आता है, तो केवल *एक* को 'is' (अंदर जाने की अनुमति) मिलती है! वे क्रिया के लिए 'एक-एक करके' की नीति लागू करते हैं।
⚠️ Students often see two nouns connected by 'or' or 'nor' and automatically assume the subject is plural, leading them to use a plural verb. Remember, when both subjects are singular, the choice is between two singulars, making the verb singular.
📌 Key Grammar Rules & Formulas:
  • âœĻ Rule 1: If both subjects joined by 'either...or' are singular, the verb is singular.
  • âœĻ Example: **Either** the manager **or** the assistant *is* responsible for the decision.
  • âœĻ Rule 2: If both subjects joined by 'neither...nor' are singular, the verb is singular.
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Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank. Neither the doctor nor the nurse __________ available for consultation at that hour.

When two singular subjects ('the doctor' and 'the nurse') are connected by 'neither...nor,' the verb must be singular. Therefore, 'was' is the correct singular past tense verb.
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