We ought to capitalize titles when they are used before names or used as a part of a name unless the title is followed by a comma. Be sure that you do not capitalize the title if it appears after a name “or” instead of a name.
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- The President will soon address queen Elisabeth.
- The speech was given by prime minister NarendraModi.
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- The President will soon address Queen Elisabeth.
- The speech was given by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Which of the following options is correct? Choose the correct option.
- a) minster
- b) Minsiter.
The chief ________, Mr.NabinPatnaik, will join the meeting.
Answer: Option “a” is correct. (Remember, we must not capitalize the title if it is followed by a comma.)
Are the right words capitalized in the sentence? Answer in one word i.e. Yes or No
This stadium was inaugurated by Captain Dravid. (Full Name=Rahul Dravid)
Answer: Yes (We must capitalize titles when they are used as a part of the name (usually replacing their first name).