Complete the proverb using the correct word pair: '_______ पकवान' (_______ Pakwaan).
Verified Answer
A. बड़ी, शुद्ध (Badi, Shuddh - Big, Pure)
B. नीची, अशुद्ध (Neechi, Ashuddh - Low, Impure)
C. ऊंची, फीका (Oonchi, Feeka - High, Bland)
D. ऊंची, मीठी (Oonchi, Meethi - High, Sweet)
Explanation:
The complete Hindi proverb is 'ऊंची दुकान, फीका पकवान' (Oonchi dukaan, feeka pakwaan), which literally translates to 'tall shop, bland food'. It metaphorically means 'great boast, small roast' or 'all show and no substance', implying that something with a grand appearance often lacks quality. Option (3) 'ऊंची, फीका' (Oonchi, Feeka) correctly completes this well-known proverb. The other options do not form a recognized or meaningful proverb.