Question

Rearrange the names of the following linguists in descending order in the world:
(A). Noam Chomsky
(B). Panini
(C). Bloomfield
(D). Saussure
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. (A), (B), (C), (D).
• B. (A), (C), (B), (D).
• C. (A), (D), (B), (C).
• D. (B), (D), (A), (C).

Hint:

Noam Chomsky’s theories are the most influential in modern linguistics, followed by Panini, Saussure, and Bloomfield.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

The descending order of influence of these linguists in the world, based on their historical and contemporary significance, is as follows:
1. Noam Chomsky (known for his contributions to modern linguistics)
2. Panini (founder of formal linguistics in ancient India)
3. Ferdinand de Saussure (a key figure in structuralism)
4. Leonard Bloomfield (a major figure in American structural linguistics)