WBCS.LIVE practice question

Fill in the blank with the suitable preposition: He presided _________ the meeting.

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. over
  2. at
  3. in
  4. for

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: over

Explanation: The verb ‘preside’ always takes the preposition ‘over’ when it means to lead or be in charge of a meeting or gathering. over ✅ – correct; He presided over the meeting means he led or controlled the meeting. at ❌ – indicates place (e.g., at school), not leadership. in ❌ – indicates location inside something, not correct here. for ❌ – indicates purpose, not suitable. ✔ Correct Sentence: He presided over the meeting. ✅