Question

Neither the Minister nor his colleagues _____________ given an explanation for this. [has or have]

Answer 1

Answer:

have is the right ans.

Explanation:

mark be as branlist.

Answer 2

Answer:

Neither the Minister nor his colleagues have given an explanation for this.

Explanation:

The auxiliary verbs 'have' and 'has' are used along with the main verb to enhance the meaning of the main verb. Other auxiliary verbs are: shall, will, is, am, etc. Usages of auxiliary verbs in sentences are as follows:

• I will go to the market.
• She does understand the company policies.
• We must visit the temple before dusk.
• He might travel to the States this month.

Since the people being referred to are plural "colleagues" thus 'have' is used.