English Comprehension PYQs

The correct answer is Option 3.

 

Key Points

• Economic Transition: The passage describes the UAE's historical reliance on oil and how the country has transitioned to a more diversified economic model.
• Diverse Sectors: The UAE has made strategic investments in multiple sectors such as tourism, finance, real estate, and technology to reduce its dependence on oil.
• Strategic Planning: Initiatives like Vision 2021, Smart Dubai, and investments in research and development indicate the UAE’s long-term strategic planning for economic diversification.
• Economic Resilience: The passage highlights the UAE's resilience and adaptability in ensuring sustainable growth, reducing vulnerability to oil price fluctuations, and positioning itself as a leader in economic diversification.

Therefore, the correct answer is The UAE has successfully reduced its reliance on oil through diverse economic investments.

 

Additional Information

• Option 1: The UAE’s economic success is solely due to its oil reserves.
• Why Incorrect: This statement contradicts the primary theme of the passage which emphasizes the UAE’s strategic diversification away from oil dependency.
• Option 2: The UAE’s economic strategy is characterized by a focus on traditional sectors like agriculture.
• Why Incorrect: The passage does not mention agriculture as a significant part of the UAE's current economic strategy. The focus is on tourism, finance, real estate, and technology.
• Option 4: The UAE has neglected technological advancement in its economic planning.
• Why Incorrect: The passage explicitly mentions that the UAE has made strides in technology and innovation, such as the Smart Dubai initiative and the successful launch of the Hope Probe to Mars.
• Option 5: The success of the UAE is tied to the economic instability of other Middle Eastern countries.
• Why Incorrect: The passage does not make any comparisons with other Middle Eastern countries or attribute the UAE’s success to the instability of its neighbors. It focuses on the UAE's internal strategies for economic diversification.

The correct answer is Option 2.

 

Key Points

• Dubai International Airport supports both tourism and business travel:
• According to Paragraph 3, Dubai International Airport is one of the busiest in the world, boosting both tourism and business travel.
• This statement is correct based on the information given in the passage.
• The UAE’s Vision 2021 focuses exclusively on the technology sector:
• Paragraph 2 indicates Vision 2021 aims to diversify the economy and reduce dependency on oil by including sectors like tourism, aviation, real estate, and finance.
• The technology sector is mentioned later and is part of the broader strategy, not the exclusive focus.
• This statement is incorrect.
• Free-trade zones in the UAE provide various incentives to attract international businesses:
• Paragraph 4 mentions that free-trade zones like Jebel Ali Free Zone offer tax incentives, full foreign ownership, and other benefits to attract international businesses.
• This statement is correct based on the information given in the passage.

Therefore, the correct answer is Only B.

 

Additional Information

• Only A: Statement A is correct since Dubai International Airport supports both tourism and business travel, as mentioned in the passage.
• Therefore, Option 1 is not suitable because Statement A is true.
• Only C: Statement C is correct since free-trade zones in the UAE provide various incentives to attract international businesses, as mentioned in the passage.
• Therefore, Option 3 is not suitable because Statement C is true.
• A and C:  Both statements A and C are correct, making this option incorrect because it implies any of these statements could be wrong.
• B and C: Only Statement B is incorrect, and Statement C is correct.

The correct answer is 'Option 3'.

 

Key Points

• The passage discusses the UAE's initiative to diversify its economy beyond oil dependency.
• The sectors mentioned - tourism, aviation, real estate, and finance - are highlighted as areas of focus for economic diversification.
• The correct phrase should logically include these sectors to indicate the comprehensive scope of the initiative.
• The word "encompasses" accurately conveys the idea of including multiple important sectors, aligning with the paragraph's context and overall theme.

Therefore, the correct answer is ‘encompasses several key areas including tourism’.

 

Additional Information

• overlooks key areas such as tourism: This option suggests neglect rather than inclusion, contradicting the passage's emphasis on incorporating various sectors.
• has neglected sectors like technology: This option implies exclusion of sectors, contrasting with the inclusive strategy described in the passage.
• ignores important sectors such as education: This option indicates ignoring sectors, which is opposite to the passage's intent to include multiple key areas.
• exclusively focuses on the oil sector: This option contradicts the passage's main theme of moving away from oil dependency by focusing on various other sectors.

The correct answer is: Option 3.

Key Points

• The word "transform" means to make a thorough or dramatic change in the form, appearance, or character of something. (परिवर्तित करना)
• Example: The new policy will transform the way we do business.
• "Convert" refers to changing something into a different form or properties, often for a specific purpose. (रूपांतरित करना)
• Example: They are planning to convert the old warehouse into a community center.
• Hence, we can infer that the closest synonym of 'transform' is 'convert'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Convert.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Establish (स्थापित करना): To set up or create something in a firm or permanent way.
• Example: They plan to establish a new branch in the city.
• Degrade (नीचा दिखाना): To lower in quality, character, or value.
• Example: Pollution can degrade the quality of air and water.
• Preserve (संरक्षित करना): To maintain something in its original or existing state.
• Example: We need to preserve our natural resources for future generations.
• Build (निर्माण करना): To construct something by putting parts or material together.
• Example: They are planning to build a new shopping mall downtown.

The correct answer is: Option 3.

Key Points

• The word "sustainable" means something that can be maintained over the long term without depleting resources or causing severe ecological damage. (सतत)
• Example: The company is committed to sustainable practices to ensure minimal environmental impact.
• "Perishable" refers to items that are likely to decay or go bad quickly, especially food items. (नाशवान)
• Example: Fruits and vegetables are perishable goods and should be consumed quickly.
• Hence, we can infer that the opposite of 'sustainable' is 'perishable'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Perishable.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Endurable (सहन करने योग्य): Capable of being endured; bearable.
• Example: The pain was severe but endurable.
• Renewable (नवीकरणीय): Capable of being renewed; sustainable energy resources.
• Example: Solar and wind are renewable sources of energy.
• Maintainable (रखरखाव योग्य): Capable of being maintained or continued.
• Example: The garden is easily maintainable with regular care.
• Durable (टिकाऊ): Able to withstand wear, pressure, or damage; hard-wearing.
• Example: This material is highly durable and perfect for outdoor use.

Key Points

Part(A)

1. Here, the verb struck will be followed by the preposition off and not of.
2. As struck off is the simple past tense and past participle of strike off.
3. It means ‘a name of the person or thing removed from something - usually a list, book, register, etc or someone removed from a position, responsibility or stature.’

Hence, the correct sentence will be,- The bar for sedition is so low in India that even junior school students can attract the attention of this colonial-era law, which should have been struck off the statute books long ago.

Part(B)

• Here, the first part of the sentence has been written in Passive Voice, therefore, it should be ‘has been’ instead.

Hence, the correct sentence will be,-When no decision has been rendered by the Speaker, it is beyond comprehension how the court entertained arguments on the issuance of the notice and on whether dissidents can be disqualified for questioning the party line.

Part(C)

• Here, the verb ‘suggest’ needs to agree with the subject ‘the video recording of the performance’ which is singular, therefore, the verb needs to be singular too according to the rules of Subject-Verb Agreement.

Hence, the correct sentence will be - However, the video recording of the performance, based on which the complaint was filed, suggests that the play only reflected contemporary reality - the protests which have erupted all over the country against the National Register of Citizens (NRC) and the CAA.

Part(D)

1. Here, the error lies in the wrong usage of the past participle ‘enacted’. In the case of participles placed just after a noun, we need to keep in mind that the overall meaning of the sentence is not compromised while doing so.
2. In the above sentence, the present participle ‘enacting’ will be used.
3. One can also choose not to place a participle after a noun at all and instead make it ‘the children who enacted or children who enact’.
4. Although both of these two are correct, ‘children who enact’ is preferred keeping in mind that the participle ‘enacting’ does not signify a completed past event but rather a continuous one. Also, it is then not required to make more changes in the sentence, like, adding ‘the’ before ‘children’.

 

Hence, the correct sentence will be,-And it is completely irrelevant in the case of children enacting a school play about

The correct answer is All are incorrect. 

Key Points

• Part A)
• Here, ‘me’ should be used instead of ‘I’. ‘I’ is a nominative pronoun which means it is used as the subject of a sentence, or as a predicate nominative.
• While ‘me’ is an object pronoun; it means it serves as a direct or indirect object to the verb, or as the object of a preposition.
• For example, consider the sentence: My mother kissed my sister and I. In this sentence if we remove ‘my sister and’, then we are left with My mother kissed I, which does not make any sense. Therefore, ‘me’ should be used instead of ‘I’.
• Hence, the correct sentence will be, -My father was not well off, but my parents wanted my sister and me to have a youth not stunted by the limits of an empty pocket.
• Part B)
• Here, all words followed by ‘rush of’ are nouns except for credulous which is an adjective. So it should be credulity instead of credulous.
• Hence, the correct sentence will be,-  I was concentrating on him with the great rush of questions, answers, realisations, credulity, and dismay, which stiffened my cheeks and gave the sensation of cold water rising my neck.
• stunted having been prevented from growing or developing properly.
• Part C)
• Here, it should be ‘towns’ instead of ‘town’.
• Hence, the correct sentence will be,- He was a schoolteacher in one of the towns that had been infested with violence for years.
• Part D)
• Here, the error lies in the wrong use of the preposition. It should be ‘against’ instead of ‘with’.
• Hence, the correct sentence will be, -A man who has been convicted of a crime against the state will continue to suffer until his death.

The correct answer is A - iii - E and C - ii - D

Key Points

To choose the correct combination we need to look at all the combinations one by one. 

• The combination 'Marie was excited about the cooking competition however her family was not very approving of her career choice' is correct as it represents 2 contrasting ideas.
• The connector 'however' is used to connect 2 statements that represent opposing ideas, ideas that go against each other**.** 
• Example: Sally wanted to purchase a lot of that material, however, it was available in a limited amount.
• The first statement refers to Marie being excited about something, this represents a positive feeling.
• The second statement refers to Marie's family being disapproving of her choice, this has a negative connotation.

Thus, the combination answer is A - iii - E

• The combination 'Namjoon was able to acquire a driver's license in spite of people discouraging him from doing so' is correct as this sentence also represents 2 ideas or events that are contradictory in nature.
• The connector 'in spite of' is used to represent a situation where something happens even though there was a hindrance or obstacle. 
• Example: In spite of being verbally abused for years, Malti decided to finally fight back against her husband.
• The first statement represents something that happened successfully i.e. Namjoon getting his driver's license.
• The second statement represents the obstacle that the subject overcame to achieve the status represented in the first statement i.e. people discouraging him for getting a driver's license.

Thus, the correct combination is C - ii - D

Additional Information

Let's look at the meaning of some of the words: 

• Loathed: felt intense dislike or disgust for

The correct answer is Only A - i - E

Key Points

To choose the correct combination, we will have to look at all the combinations one by one. 

• The combination ' Michael does not have a strong grasp of mathematics conversely his knowledge when it came to literature was astounding' is correct as the 2 statements in the sentence are contrasting in meaning, they represent opposite events.
• The connector 'conversely' is used to represent an event/ action that goes against a previously mentioned action/ event. 
• Example: Joe tends to prefer cooking when he's at home, conversely Amanda likes to do the dishes.
• The first statement talks about how Michael is not very good at mathematics. This is the first event and could represent a person bad at academics.
• The second statement talks about how on the other hand, Michael was very good at literature, as opposed to what one might think.

Thus, the correct answer is Only A - i - E

Additional Information

• 'Conversely', 'whereas' and 'however' are contrasting connectors.
• They are usually used in the middle of a sentence. 
• Example: Omisha wanted to go to Iceland for the honeymoon whereas Saul wanted to go to someplace with a beach.

                                      Sanjay is going to surprise Amisha with a proposal; however, she already knows of his plan.

The correct answer is Only A - iii - F

Key Points

To choose the correct combination, we will have to go through all the combinations one by one. 

• The combination 'Sunil had to pull a double shift at the hospital, furthermore, he still had to go home and feed the baby' is correct because the second statement is adding on to the first statement.
• The connector 'furthermore' is an additional connector that represents a situation where one situation piles on another. 
• Example: Sunita was an honors student in school, furthermore, was engaged in all kinds of extracurricular activties.
• The first statement talks about how Sunil had just come off work from a double shift (meaning he was probably very tired).
• The second statement talks about the event that piled on to the first one, feeding a baby after going home from a tiring double shift in the hospital.

Thus, the correct answer is Only A - iii - F

Additional Information

• 'Furthermore', 'moreover', and 'additonally' are additonal connectors.
• They are usually used in the middle of a sentence. 
• Example: The director was satisfied with that scene in the movie, moreover it was too late to reshoot it.

                                      The horror house was eerily quiet, additionally, there was a suspicious lack of scary actors.

The correct answer is 'Appreciated.'

Key Points

• The given sentence "IFFK 2012 was (1) for the improved viewing experiences it provided through a better theatre atmosphere and high-tech sound and visual systems'' talks about IFFK 2012 that was cherished or valued for the improved viewing experiences.
• Therefore, the most appropriate word to be filled in the blank is 'Appreciated'.
• The word 'Appreciated' means To enjoy something or to understand the value of somebody or something. (किसी व्‍यक्ति या वस्‍तु के गुण पहचानना और उन्‍हें महत्व देना; रसास्‍वादन करना) 
• Example: We fully appreciated the relatively speculative nature of that question.

Hence, the correct answer is option 3.

The complete passage is- IFFK 2012 was appreciated for the improved viewing experiences it provided through a better theatre atmosphere and high-tech sound and visual systems. IFFK 2012 was not free from controversies either. The ban imposed on the reshow of Deepa Mehta's Midnight's Children created a widespread controversy. The film, an adaptation of renowned writer Salman Rushdie's masterpiece novel Midnight's Children, had its Asian premiere at the IFFK. After the premiere, Indian National Congress leaders said that the film portrayed former Indian prime minister Indira Gandhi and other leaders negatively. Following the allegations, further festival screening of the film was stopped, an act which drew heavy criticism. Another controversy developed when Jayan K. Cherian's Papilio Buddha was removed from the programme when it was alleged by the Kerala Police that it became known that continued inclusion of the film in the festival might trigger major trouble in the city due to its alleged negative remarks on Mahatma Gandhi.

 

Additional Information

• Let us explore the other options:
• 'Cheapen' means To make somebody lose respect for himself or herself. (किसी का आत्‍मसम्‍मान घटाना)
• 'Bleak' means Bad; not encouraging or hopeful. (ख़राब, बुरी; निराशापूर्ण)
• 'Ascetic' means Not allowing yourself physical pleasures, especially for religious reasons. (विशेषतः धार्मिक कारणों से भौतिक सुखों से विमुख)
• 'Restricted' means Controlled or limited. (नियंत्रित या सीमित)

The correct answer is 'Controversy.'

Key Points

• The given sentence "The ban imposed on the reshow of Deepa Mehta's Midnight's Children created a widespread (2)'' says that the ban imposed on the reshow of Deepa Mehta's Midnight's Children created a widespread public discussion and disagreement about it.
• Therefore, the most appropriate word to be filled in the blank is 'Controversy'.
• The word 'Controversy' means Public discussion and disagreement about something. (किसी विषय पर सार्वजनिक चर्चा और विवाद) 
• Example: The plans for changing the town centre caused a great deal of controversy.

Hence, the correct answer is option 1.

The complete passage is- IFFK 2012 was appreciated for the improved viewing experiences it provided through a better theatre atmosphere and high-tech sound and visual systems. IFFK 2012 was not free from controversies either. The ban imposed on the reshow of Deepa Mehta's Midnight's Children created a widespread controversy. The film, an adaptation of renowned writer Salman Rushdie's masterpiece novel Midnight's Children, had its Asian premiere at the IFFK. After the premiere, Indian National Congress leaders said that the film portrayed former Indian prime minister Indira Gandhi and other leaders negatively. Following the allegations, further festival screening of the film was stopped, an act which drew heavy criticism. Another controversy developed when Jayan K. Cherian's Papilio Buddha was removed from the programme when it was alleged by the Kerala Police that it became known that continued inclusion of the film in the festival might trigger major trouble in the city due to its alleged negative remarks on Mahatma Gandhi.

 

Additional Information

• Let us explore the other options:
• 'Adversary' means An enemy or an opponent in a competition. (शत्रु; किसी स्‍पर्धा में विरोधी पक्ष)
• 'Combatant' means A person who takes part in fighting, especially in war. (योद्घा, युद्घरत सैनिक)
• 'Nemesis' means A punishment or defeat that somebody deserves and cannot avoid. (दंड या पराजय जिससे उसका पात्र बच नहीं सकता; नियति)
• 'Recovery' means A return to a normal state of health, mind, or strength. (बीमारी के बाद स्‍वास्‍थ्‍य-लाभ या कठिन समय के बाद सामान्‍य अवस्‍था)

The correct answer is 'Renowned.'

Key Points

• The given sentence "The film, an adaptation of (3) writer Salman Rushdie's masterpiece novel Midnight's Children, had its Asian premiere at the IFFK'' talks about a film that is an adaptation of famous writer Salman Rushdie's masterpiece novel Midnight's Children.
• Therefore, the most appropriate word to be filled in the blank is 'Renowned'.
• The word 'Renowned' means Known or talked about by many people; famous. (प्रसिद्घ) 
• Example: The region is renowned for its food.

Hence, the correct answer is option 5.

The complete passage is- IFFK 2012 was appreciated for the improved viewing experiences it provided through a better theatre atmosphere and high-tech sound and visual systems. IFFK 2012 was not free from controversies either. The ban imposed on the reshow of Deepa Mehta's Midnight's Children created a widespread controversy. The film, an adaptation of renowned writer Salman Rushdie's masterpiece novel Midnight's Children, had its Asian premiere at the IFFK. After the premiere, Indian National Congress leaders said that the film portrayed former Indian prime minister Indira Gandhi and other leaders negatively. Following the allegations, further festival screening of the film was stopped, an act which drew heavy criticism. Another controversy developed when Jayan K. Cherian's Papilio Buddha was removed from the programme when it was alleged by the Kerala Police that it became known that continued inclusion of the film in the festival might trigger major trouble in the city due to its alleged negative remarks on Mahatma Gandhi.

 

Additional Information

• Let us explore the other options:
• 'Obscure' means Not well known. (अप्रसिद्घ)
• 'Dubious' means Not sure or certain. (अनिश्चित, शंकालु, सशंक, संदिग्‍ध)
• 'Mysterious' means Difficult or impossible to understand, explain, or identify. (समझने या समझाने से परे; अद्‌भुत, रहस्‍यमय)
• 'Concealed' means To hide something or somebody; to prevent something or somebody from being seen or discovered. (छिपाना; गुप्‍त रखना)

The correct answer is 'Criticism.'

Key Points

• The given sentence "Following the allegations, further festival screening of the film was stopped, an act which drew heavy (4)'' says that the allegations led to the stoppage of festival screening of the film which drew heavy disapproval or abuse.
• Therefore, the most appropriate word to be filled in the blank is 'Criticism'.
• The word 'Criticism' means The expression of disapproval of someone or something on the basis of perceived faults or mistakes. (आलोचना, निंदा, दोषन्‍वेषण) 
• Example: The council has come in for severe criticism over the plans.

Hence, the correct answer is option 2.

The complete passage is- IFFK 2012 was appreciated for the improved viewing experiences it provided through a better theatre atmosphere and high-tech sound and visual systems. IFFK 2012 was not free from controversies either. The ban imposed on the reshow of Deepa Mehta's Midnight's Children created a widespread controversy. The film, an adaptation of renowned writer Salman Rushdie's masterpiece novel Midnight's Children, had its Asian premiere at the IFFK. After the premiere, Indian National Congress leaders said that the film portrayed former Indian prime minister Indira Gandhi and other leaders negatively. Following the allegations, further festival screening of the film was stopped, an act which drew heavy criticism. Another controversy developed when Jayan K. Cherian's Papilio Buddha was removed from the programme when it was alleged by the Kerala Police that it became known that continued inclusion of the film in the festival might trigger major trouble in the city due to its alleged negative remarks on Mahatma Gandhi.

 

Additional Information

• Let us explore the other options:
• 'Extol' means To praise enthusiastically. (प्रशंसा करना)
• 'Laud' means To praise highly. (प्रशंसा)
• 'Approved' means To be pleased about something; to like somebody or something. (किसी को पसंद करना या उससे संतुष्‍ट होना; स्‍वीकार्य समझना)
• 'Hire' means To have the use of something for a short time by paying for it. (किसी वस्‍तु को किराए पर लेना)

The correct answer is 'Trouble.'

Key Points

• The given sentence "Another controversy developed when Jayan K. Cherian's Papilio Buddha was removed from the programme when it was alleged by the Kerala Police that it became known that continued inclusion of the film in the festival might trigger major (5) in the city due to its alleged negative remarks on Mahatma Gandhi'' says that continued inclusion of the film Papilio Buddha in the festival might trigger major problem or difficulty in the city due to its alleged negative remarks on Mahatma Gandhi.
• Therefore, the most appropriate word to be filled in the blank is 'Trouble'.
• The word 'Trouble' means A problem, difficulty, or worry. (समस्‍या, कठिनाई या चिंता) 
• Example: He was having trouble with his homework.

Hence, the correct answer is option 4.

The complete passage is- IFFK 2012 was appreciated for the improved viewing experiences it provided through a better theatre atmosphere and high-tech sound and visual systems. IFFK 2012 was not free from controversies either. The ban imposed on the reshow of Deepa Mehta's Midnight's Children created a widespread controversy. The film, an adaptation of renowned writer Salman Rushdie's masterpiece novel Midnight's Children, had its Asian premiere at the IFFK. After the premiere, Indian National Congress leaders said that the film portrayed former Indian prime minister Indira Gandhi and other leaders negatively. Following the allegations, further festival screening of the film was stopped, an act which drew heavy criticism. Another controversy developed when Jayan K. Cherian's Papilio Buddha was removed from the programme when it was alleged by the Kerala Police that it became known that continued inclusion of the film in the festival might trigger major trouble in the city due to its alleged negative remarks on Mahatma Gandhi.

 

Additional Information

• Let us explore the other options:
• 'Repose' means A state of rest, sleep, or tranquility. (शांति, आराम)
• 'Nirvana' means A place of perfect peace and happiness. (निर्वाण)
• 'Bliss' means Great joy or happiness. (परम आनंद)
• 'Equanimity' means A calm state of mind which means that you do not become angry or upset, especially in difficult situations. (शांत, चित्त मनोदशा, धीरज; समभाव)

The correct answer is option 1.

Key Points

​​The correct sequence for the scattered segments is DCAEB.

• D, "encouraging greater male involvement in household," is the first part as it sets the tone for the sentence, emphasizing the importance of male involvement in domestic responsibilities.
• C, "and childcare duties is crucial, but we must also," follows D because it provides additional information about what needs to be done alongside encouraging male involvement in household and childcare duties.
• A, "reconfigure work and social environments for," is the third part of the sentence because it follows the introduction of the main idea in parts D and C and provides additional information about what needs to be done.
• E, "improved work-life balance, as longer hours," is the fourth part because it directly connects with part A, explaining the reason for reconfiguring work and social environments – to achieve improved work-life balance amidst longer working hours.
• B, "often lead to decreased productivity and errors," is the last part of the sentence because it provides the consequence of longer hours, completing the sentence's logical progression.

 

The complete sentence would be - "Encouraging greater male involvement in household and childcare duties is crucial, but we must also reconfigure work and social environments for improved work-life balance, as longer hours often lead to decreased productivity and errors."

 

Additional Information

• Let's understand some important vocabulary given in the question:
• Encourage - to give support, confidence, or hope to someone to do or continue doing something (प्रोत्साहित करना)
• For Example:
• The teacher's words of encouragement motivated the students to work harder.
• Crucial - of great importance; essential or decisive (महत्वपूर्ण)
• For Example:
• Proper time management is crucial for meeting deadlines.
• Reconfigure - to change or rearrange the structure, organization, or arrangement of something (पुनः विन्यासित करना)
• For Example:
• The IT department had to reconfigure the network settings to improve internet speed.
• Productivity - the measure of how efficiently goods and services are produced, often expressed as the amount of output per unit of input (उत्पादकता)
• For Example:
• The new software significantly improved the productivity of the company by automating repetitive tasks.

The correct answer is option 5.

Key Points

​​The correct sequence for the scattered segments is CDBAE.

• C, "Ava, an initially celebrated AI," is the first part as it introduces the subject of the sentence, which is Ava, an AI.
• D, "reveals the evolving risks posed by AI," follows C, as it explains what Ava does, which is revealing the evolving risks posed by AI.
• B, "as it becomes more advanced," comes after D, providing additional information about how Ava operates or evolves.
• A, "highlighting the need for a multifaceted approach," is the next part, as it follows logically after B, explaining the significance of Ava's actions.
• E, "to address immediate and long-term challenges," is the last part, concluding the sentence by describing the purpose of the multifaceted approach mentioned in part A.

 

The complete sentence would be - "Ava, an initially celebrated AI, reveals the evolving risks posed by AI as it becomes more advanced, highlighting the need for a multifaceted approach to address immediate and long-term challenges."

 

Additional Information

• Let's understand some important vocabulary given in the question:
• Evolving - undergoing gradual development or change; progressing (विकसित हो रहा)
• For Example -
• The technology industry is constantly evolving, with new innovations and advancements happening every day.
• Pose - to present or constitute (a problem, danger, or difficulty); to position one's body in a particular way (रूप बनाना / खड़ा होना)
• For Example -
• The economic challenges posed by the recession required innovative solutions to overcome.
• Multifaceted - having many different aspects or features; complex (बहुप्राकारी)
• For Example -
• Her personality is incredibly multifaceted, with a wide range of interests and talents.
• Immediate - occurring or done at once; without delay (तुरंत / तत्काल)
• For Example -
• The paramedics provided immediate medical assistance to the accident victims, saving lives in the process.

The correct answer is 'imperative, consent'.

Key Points

• Statement 1 means that his plans were disturbed by a crucial message from the king, who ordered him not to return to Mysore without her assent.
• Statement 2 means that the events which were taking place in the Himalayas made it essential to send home a part of the army of Sikhs, and Media gave his assent for the same.
• The meaning of the words given in option (5):
• imperative: of vital importance (अत्यंत महत्त्वपूर्ण)
• Example - It is imperative that standards are maintained.
• consent: permission for something to happen or agreement to do something (कुछ होने की अनुमति या कुछ करने के लिए समझौता)
• Example - He was charged with taking cars without consent.
• From the given explanation, we can understand that option (5) is the correct answer.

Hence, the correct answer is option (5).

Complete sentences:

His plans, probably not very definite, were disturbed by an imperative message from the King, ordering him not to return to Mysore without her consent.

The events which were taking place in the Himalayas made it imperative to send home a part of the army of Sikhs, and Media gave his consent for the same.

Additional Information

• Let's learn the meaning of some difficult words given in options:
• inconsequential: not important or significant (महत्वपूर्ण या महत्वपूर्ण नहीं है)
• Example - They talked about inconsequential things.
• deterrence: the action of discouraging an action or event (किसी क्रिया या घटना को हतोत्साहित करने का कार्य)
• Example - Nuclear missiles remain the main deterrence against possible aggression.
• injunction: an authoritative warning or order (एक आधिकारिक चेतावनी या आदेश)
• Example - A hearing on an injunction is planned for Dec.

9. • dispensable: able to be replaced or done without (प्रतिस्थापित करने या बिना किए जाने में सक्षम)

• Example - The captain's loss of form made him dispensable.

The correct answer is 'perturbed, solved'.

Key Points

• Statement 1 means that the question that had troubled Ashoka on Triambak hill is now seemed completely solved.
• Statement 2 means that for the ancients these confusing questions were solved by a belief in the direct participation of the Deity in human affairs.
• The meaning of the words given in option (2):
• perturbed: make (someone) anxious or unsettled ((किसी को) चिंतित या परेशान करना)
• Example - They were perturbed by her capricious behavior.
• solved: find an answer to (इसका उत्तर ढूंढे)
• Example - The policy could solve the town's housing crisis.
• From the given explanation, we can understand that option (2) is the correct answer.

Hence, the correct answer is option (2).

Complete sentences:

The question that had perturbed Ashoka on the Triambak hill and all that day now seemed to him quite clear and completely solved. 

For the ancients, these perturbed questions were solved by a belief in the direct participation of the Deity in human affairs.

Additional Information

• Let's learn the meaning of some difficult words given in options:
• baffled: totally bewilder or perplex (पूरी तरह से घबराहट या उलझन में)
• Example - An unexplained occurrence that baffled everyone.
• procrastinated: delay or postpone action (कार्रवाई में देरी या स्थगित करना)
• Example - The temptation will be to procrastinate until the power struggle plays itself out.
• tangled: complicated and confused (जटिल और उलझन में)
• Example - The tangled relationships between Ryan and Marissa.
• flustered: agitated or confused (उत्तेजित या उलझन में)
• Example - I found myself starting to feel hot and flustered.

The correct answer is 'zeal, predilection'.

Key Points

• Statement 1 means the employees in their passion to win the business of wealthy Indians with a liking for lying to the taxman seem to have confused discretion with spy craft.
• Statement 2 means that there will always be some employees with the passion to pursue profits with minimal regard for people, which should be avoided.
• The meaning of the words given in option (3):
• zeal: great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or an objective (किसी कारण या उद्देश्य की खोज में महान ऊर्जा या उत्साह)
• Example - Laura brought missionary zeal to her work.
• predilection: a preference or special liking for something (किसी चीज़ के लिए वरीयता या विशेष पसंद)
• Example - My predilection for Asian food.
• From the given explanation, we can understand that option (3) is the correct answer.

Hence, the correct answer is option (3).

Complete sentences: 

Some of the employees, in their zeal to win the business of wealthy Indians with a predilection for fibbing to the taxman, seem to have confused discretion with spy craft.

There will always be some employees with the zeal to pursue profits with minimal regard for larger social consequences; however, this predilection need not be fashionable.

Additional Information

• Let's learn the meaning of some difficult words given in options:
• sloth: reluctance to work or make an effort (काम करने या प्रयास करने में अनिच्छा)
• Example - He should overcome his natural sloth and complacency.
• propensity: an inclination or natural tendency to behave in a particular way (एक विशे��� तरीके से व्यवहार करने के लिए एक झुकाव या प्राकृतिक प्रवृत्ति)
• Example - Their innate propensity to attack one another.
• lethargy: Lethargy is a state of tiredness (सुस्ती थकान की स्थिति है)
• Example - A soothing lethargy crept over him.
• druthers: one's preference in a matter (एक मामले में किसी की वरीयता)
• Example - If I had my druthers, I would prefer to be a writer.
• antipathy:  a deep-seated feeling of aversion (घृणा की गहरी बैठी भावना)
• Example - Mitchell's antipathy to cats.
• animosity: strong hostility (मजबूत दुश्मनी)
• Example - He no longer felt any animosity towards her.