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The correct answer is Option 3.

Key Points

• The passage discusses the depletion of non-renewable resources and the importance of conservation. We need to establish a logical flow from the introduction (S1) to the conclusion (S6).
• S1: Introduces the problem of non-renewable resources being rapidly depleted.
• Sentence S directly follows S1 by defining these resources more specifically: "Mineral resources can be said to be finite and non-renewable." This clearly elaborates on "non-renewable resources" from S1.
• Sentence Q logically follows S, acting as a reminder or consequence of the finite nature mentioned in S: "Hence, we must remember that though our country is rich in natural deposits these resources are not." This emphasizes their limited nature.
• Sentence R then explains a practical consequence of these finite resources being exploited: "Extraction of these ores through the process of mining will soon become difficult and also expensive because these minerals are often located deep from greater depths over time." This details why their depletion is a problem.
• Sentence P builds directly on R's point about difficulty and expense: "This will increase the time and cost of mining and once these resources are used up they cannot be replaced." The word "This" refers to the difficulty and expense mentioned in R. P also reiterates the non-renewable aspect.
• S6: Finally, S6 defines conservation, which is the solution to the problem discussed throughout S1, S, Q, R, and P.
• The correct sequence is SQRP.

Coherent paragraph after rearrangement:

"Although all sources of energy commonly come from natural processes, non-renewable resources, are being rapidly depleted and at the rate they are being used. Mineral resources can be said to be finite and non-renewable. Hence, we must remember that though our country is rich in natural deposits these resources are not. Extraction of these ores through the process of mining will soon become difficult and also expensive because these minerals are often located deep from greater depths over time. This will increase the time and cost of mining and once these resources are used up they cannot be replaced. The sustainable use of natural resources in a manner that provides for resource needs for current resources for humans over a period of time can be termed as conservation."

The correct answer is Option 4.

Key Points

• The passage starts with S1, stating India's current large road network, and S6 concludes with details about the Grand Trunk Road. The jumbled sentences should logically connect the current status to historical development, leading to the specific example of the Grand Trunk Road.
• S1: Sets the stage by mentioning India's large road network in the present.
• Sentence P logically follows S1 as it transitions to the historical recognition of roads: "The importance of roads has been recognised in India since the ancient times."
• Sentence R elaborates on the historical context set by P, providing specific examples of ancient rulers who improved roads: "Kings such as Ashoka and Akbar also improved the con- struction of roads and people."
• Sentence S continues the historical narrative, extending it to a later period: "Construction of goods continued as an important activity in the late medieval period." (Assuming 'goods' is a typo for 'roads').
• Sentence Q introduces the Grand Trunk Road, which was built during the late medieval period (by Sher Shah Suri), directly connecting to the historical period mentioned in S: "The Grand Trunk Road was built by Sher Shah Suri across the Indo-Gangetic plain from Chittagong (Bangladesh) to Peshawar (Pakistan)."
• S6: Finally, S6 provides further details about the Grand Trunk Road, whose construction was introduced in Q: "It passes through Peshawar, Delhi and Amritsar and terminates in Kabul (Afghanistan)."
• The most logical and chronological sequence is PRSQ.

Coherent paragraph after rearrangement:

"India, at present has one of the largest road networks in the world. The importance of roads has been recognised in India since the ancient times. Kings such as Ashoka and Akbar also improved the con- struction of roads and people. Construction of goods continued as an important activity in the late medieval period. The Grand Trunk Road was built by Sher Shah Suri across the Indo-Gangetic plain from Chittagong (Bangladesh) to Peshawar (Pakistan). It passes through Peshawar, Delhi and Amritsar and terminates in Kabul (Afghanistan)."

The correct answer is Option 2.

Key Points

• The passage describes the importance and characteristics of National Highways in India. The jumbled sentences should logically connect the definition in S1 to the management and importance outlined in S6.
• S1: Defines National Highways and their national importance.
• Sentence S directly follows S1 by expanding on the role of National Highways: "Since they cover the length and breadth of the country and link cities and towns, these highways are the primary facilitators of trade and connectivity." This explains why they are of national importance.
• Sentence R explains the reason for the high traffic on these highways: "This is due to the traffic because these roads connect long distances and pass through many cities and towns." The word "This" refers back to the connectivity mentioned in S.
• Sentence P provides a statistic to highlight the importance, building on the traffic reason in R: "They are important because while others are built to connect 75 per cent of the total road networks, they carry 40 per cent of the total road traffic."
• Sentence Q acts as a consequence or summary: "The infrastructure of the country is therefore crucial, and the development and maintenance is of critical importance." This connects the specific information about highways to the overall importance of road infrastructure.
• S6: Finally, S6 provides information about the management of these highways, connecting back to the "National importance" mentioned in S1: "These road systems are also known as primary road systems and are laid and operated under the National Highway Authority of India."
• The most logical sequence is SRPQ.

Coherent paragraph after rearrangement:

"National highways connect one state with another and are of national importance. Since they cover the length and breadth of the country and link cities and towns, these highways are the primary facilitators of trade and connectivity. This is due to the traffic because these roads connect long distances and pass through many cities and towns. They are important because while others are built to connect 75 per cent of the total road networks, they carry 40 per cent of the total road traffic. The infrastructure of the country is therefore crucial, and the development and maintenance is of critical importance. These road systems are also known as primary road systems and are laid and operated under the National Highway Authority of India."

The correct answer is Option 4.

Key Points

• The passage describes the South African Constitution, focusing on its context, Bill of Rights, and enforcement. We need to establish a logical flow for the jumbled sentences (P, Q, R, S) between the fixed S1 and S6.
• S1: Introduces the inauguration of the South African Constitution in December 1996.
• Sentence P logically follows S1 by providing the historical context of the Constitution's creation: "Its creation and promulgation took place at a time when South Africa was after the brutal era of the Warfield Government." This sets the background for the constitution's significance.
• Sentence Q then introduces a key component of the Constitution, the Bill of Rights: "The South African Constitution says that its 'Bill of Rights is the cornerstone of democracy in South Africa.'" This naturally progresses from the constitution's origin to its core principles.
• Sentence S elaborates on the Bill of Rights, describing its comprehensive nature: "The Bill of Rights grants perhaps the most extensive range of rights to its citizens." This statement expands on Q's introduction of the Bill of Rights.
• Sentence R provides specific examples of the extensive rights mentioned in S, detailing the grounds on which discrimination is forbidden: "Apropos, it forbids discrimination on the grounds of 'race, gender, sexual orientation, status, ethnic or social origin, colour, age, disability, religion, conscience, belief, culture, language and birth.'" "Apropos" indicates that this detail is relevant to or concerning the broad range of rights.
• S6: Finally, S6 concludes the passage by explaining how these rights, discussed in Q, S, and R, are enforced: "special constitutional court enforces the rights enshrined in the Constitution."
• The most logical sequence is PQSR.

Coherent paragraph after rearrangement:

"The South African Constitution was inaugurated in December 1996. Its creation and promulgation took place at a time when South Africa was after the brutal era of the Warfield Government. The South African Constitution says that its 'Bill of Rights is the cornerstone of democracy in South Africa.' The Bill of Rights grants perhaps the most extensive range of rights to its citizens. Apropos, it forbids discrimination on the grounds of 'race, gender, sexual orientation, status, ethnic or social origin, colour, age, disability, religion, conscience, belief, culture, language and birth. special constitutional court enforces the rights enshrined in the Constitution."

The correct answer is Option 2.

Key Points

• The passage discusses the necessity of representation in a democracy and the role of elections. We need to establish a logical flow from S1 to S6.
• S1: Introduces the necessity of representation in decision-making, as reminded by the Constitution.
• Sentence S logically follows S1 by explaining why representation is necessary: "All citizens cannot participate in every decision." This directly answers the implicit question in S1.
• Sentence P then uses "This" to refer to the situation described in S, connecting it to the importance of elections: "This is why elections become important."
• Sentence Q explains how the representation mentioned in S1 and facilitated by elections (P) actually occurs: "Our representatives are elected by the people."
• Sentence R broadens the scope from the election of representatives to a fundamental aspect of democracy in India: "Whenever we think of India as a democracy, our mind invariably turns to universal suffrage." This provides the larger democratic context for the election process.
• S6: Finally, S6 acts as a concluding statement, emphasizing the crucial role of elections in the democratic process, building upon all the preceding points.
• The most logical sequence is SPQR.

Coherent paragraph after rearrangement:

"Our Constitution reminds us of the necessity of representation in decision making. All citizens cannot participate in every decision. This is why elections become important. Our representatives are elected by the people. Whenever we think of India as a democracy, our mind invariably turns to universal suffrage. Elections have today become the most crucial symbol of the democratic process."

The correct answer is 'As far as'.

Key Points

• The phrase "As far as...is concerned" is a common and grammatically correct discourse marker used to introduce a particular topic or aspect of a topic, indicating that the following statement relates specifically to that subject.
• The sentence aims to indicate that the discussion at the next meeting will be specifically about "your transfer request."

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 1.

Complete Sentence: "As far as your transfer request is concerned, we'll be discussing it at the next meeting."

Additional Information

• Option 2: "To begin with" is used to introduce the first point or topic in a series, or to state an initial condition. It doesn't fit the structure "...is concerned."
• Option 3: "By the way" is used to introduce a piece of information that is slightly off-topic or tangential to the current conversation. It doesn't fit the structure "...is concerned."
• Option 4: "Talking about" is used to introduce a topic that is related to what was just said, or to bring up a new topic. While it introduces a topic, it does not fit the grammatical structure "...is concerned." You would say "Talking about your transfer request, we'll discuss it..."

The correct answer is 'By the way'.

Key Points

• The phrase "By the way" is a discourse marker used to introduce a new subject or a piece of information that is not directly related to what was being discussed, but which the speaker suddenly thought of. It's used for casual shifts in conversation.
• The sentence asks about Ravi's new job, which appears to be a new or tangential piece of information introduced casually. "By the way" perfectly fits this context.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

Complete Sentence: "By the way, did you know Ravi has a new job?"

Additional Information

• Option 1: "For one thing" is used to introduce the first reason or point in an explanation or argument. It doesn't suit introducing a new, casual question.
• Option 3: "In the first place" is used to state the primary or initial reason for something, often when making an argument. It does not fit the context of a sudden question.
• Option 4: "As a result" indicates a consequence or outcome. It's used for cause-and-effect relationships, which is not applicable here.

The correct answer is 'Speaking of'.

Key Points

• The phrase "Speaking of" is a discourse marker used to introduce a new topic that is closely related to something that was just mentioned or is implicitly understood in the context. It acts as a conversational bridge.
• In the given sentence, the speaker is talking about the wind, and then follows up with observations about its increasing strength and the resulting cold. "Speaking of the wind" naturally introduces these observations related to the wind.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

Complete Sentence: "Speaking of the wind, it was getting stronger, and I was getting colder."

Additional Information

• Option 1: "To begin with" is typically used to introduce the first point or a primary reason in a sequence. It does not fit the flow of discussing an ongoing condition.
• Option 2: "By the way" is used for introducing a casual, often tangential, remark or a change of subject. It implies a less direct connection than what is present in the sentence.
• Option 3: "First of all" is used to enumerate points or state the most important thing initially, similar to "To begin with." It doesn't suit this continuous observation.

The correct answer is 'Excuse me'.

Key Points

• The phrase "Excuse me" is a discourse marker used to politely get someone's attention, to express a mild apology (e.g., for interrupting), or to express surprise or a polite challenge, especially when questioning someone's actions or presence.
• In the given sentence, the speaker is directly questioning someone's presence in their room, indicating surprise or a demand for an explanation. "Excuse me" is the most appropriate way to initiate such a question.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

Complete Sentence: "Excuse me, what are you doing in my room?"

Additional Information

• Option 1: "On the other hand" is used to introduce a contrasting or alternative point of view. It does not fit the context of initiating a direct question about someone's presence.
• Option 3: "Look there" is a directive, used to draw attention to a specific location. It doesn't function as a way to question someone's actions or presence.
• Option 4: "Eventually" means after a long delay or in the end. It's related to time and does not fit the context of immediately questioning someone.

The correct answer is 'In some cases'.

Key Points

• The phrase "In some cases" is a discourse marker used to indicate that something is true in certain instances or situations, but not necessarily in all or most cases. It conveys a sense of partial truth or occasional occurrence.
• The sentence suggests a correlation between an unhappy childhood and criminal behavior, but it's understood that this isn't a universal or absolute rule. "In some cases" perfectly captures this nuance, implying that while it can happen, it's not a definitive outcome for everyone with an unhappy childhood.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

Complete Sentence: "In some cases an unhappy childhood leads to criminal behaviour."

Additional Information

• Option 1: "Still if" is grammatically awkward and doesn't convey the intended meaning of occasional occurrence.
• Option 2: "Even somewhat" is also grammatically incorrect in this context and doesn't function as an appropriate discourse marker here.
• Option 4: "In progression" implies a sequence or a development over time. While an unhappy childhood might be part of a progression, "In progression an unhappy childhood leads..." is not a natural or idiomatic way to frame this statement.