From the words lettered A to E, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences.
The meeting was held under the..........of the social club.
A
jurisdiction
B
arbitration
C
agreement
D
influence
E
auspices
Verified Correct Answer: E.
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The expression “under the auspices of” is a fixed and common collocation meaning under the protection, sponsorship or authority of an organisation or body.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #23717)