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The correct answer is Option 2: It may repeat existing patterns of injustice.

Key Points

• The author warns that a hasty transition without resilient infrastructure or community consent could create problems.
• The passage explicitly states that rapid adoption may replicate the very injustices renewables aim to correct.
• Challenges such as intermittency storage limitations land use conflicts and upfront costs are highlighted as barriers.
• Thus the caution centers on avoiding the repetition of existing social and structural inequalities.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

Correct Interpretation: The author cautions that without careful planning renewable energy adoption could reproduce systemic injustices rather than eliminate them.

Additional Information

• Option 1 – Incorrect because the passage does not claim renewables are economically unsustainable.
• Option 3 – Incorrect as fossil fuel scarcity is discussed as a cause not a consequence.
• Option 4 – Incorrect since the passage mentions employment generation rather than reduction.

The correct answer is 'Option 1'

Key Points

• The reported speech uses would have remained which indicates a third conditional structure.
• The clause had the late maestro not bequeathed is an inverted form of if the late maestro had not bequeathed.
• In converting to direct speech the tense and conditional structure remain unchanged because they already express a past hypothetical situation.
• Option 1 correctly preserves the original tense structure and meaning without grammatical distortion.

Correct sentence**:** He said, "The violin concerto would have remained fragmentary had the late maestro not bequeathed his annotated sketches."

Additional Information

• Option 2 is incorrect because the conditional clause lacks the auxiliary had.
• Option 3 is incorrect due to wrong tense formation will be remaining.
• Option 4 changes both structure and meaning and shifts to passive construction.

The correct answer is 'Option 2' i.e. She said that she had not seen him at the station .

Key Points

• The reporting verb said is in the past tense so the verb in direct speech undergoes backshift.
• The simple past tense did not see changes to had not seen in indirect speech.
• The pronoun I changes to she according to the subject of the reporting verb.
• Option 2 correctly follows the rules of tense change and pronoun shift.

Correct sentence: She said that she had not seen him at the station.

Additional Information

• Option 1 is incorrect because present perfect hasn't seen does not follow backshift rules.
• Option 3 is incorrect because didn't saw is grammatically wrong.
• Option 4 is incorrect because past continuous was not seeing changes the meaning.

The correct answer is 'Option 3'-  3, 4, 1, 2 .

Key Points

• Sentence 3 introduces the broad idea of the digital economy and new business models so it logically begins the paragraph.
• Sentence 4 provides a specific example of the platform economy to support sentence 3.
• Sentence 1 explains the underlying concept called the network effect which relates directly to platform models.
• Sentence 2 begins with Consequently showing it is the concluding result of the previously explained phenomenon.

Coherent paragraph: The digital economy has given rise to new business models that rely on the accumulation of data and the scale of their user base. A prime example is the platform economy, where companies like social media networks and ride sharing apps create value by connecting users. This phenomenon is often referred to as a network effect, where the value of a service increases with the number of its users. Consequently, they tend to dominate their respective markets, leading to the creation of powerful monopolies or oligopolies.

Additional Information

• Option 1 is incorrect because it starts with a concluding sentence.
• Option 2 is incorrect because it places the example before introducing the main idea.
• Option 4 is incorrect because it begins with an explanatory sentence rather than the main topic.

The correct answer is 'Option 1' ( 2-3-1-4)

Key Points

• Sentence 2 introduces the topic Crop rotation so it logically begins the passage.
• Sentence 3 explains what crop rotation involves which naturally follows the introduction.
• Sentence 1 begins with This referring to the process described in sentence 3.
• Sentence 4 adds another benefit and the word also shows it should come at the end.

Coherent passage: Crop rotation is a sustainable agricultural practice. It involves planting different crops sequentially on the same land. This helps prevent nutrient depletion and soil erosion. It also reduces the need for synthetic fertilizers.

Additional Information

• Option 2 is incorrect because it begins with a reference word without context.
• Option 3 is incorrect due to improper logical sequencing of explanation and benefits.
• Option 4 is incorrect because it starts with an explanatory sentence without introducing the topic.

The correct answer is 'Option 4' i.e. 'Tirade'.

Key Points

• The word "Invective" means abusive, harsh, or insulting language used to criticize someone. (कटु आलोचना / अपमानजनक भाषा)
• Example: The debate quickly turned into a stream of invective between the two rivals.
• "Tirade" refers to a long, angry speech of criticism or abuse. (कटु भाषण / तीखी फटकार)
• Example: He launched into a tirade against the unfair policies.
• Both words convey the idea of strong verbal attack or abusive criticism.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

Additional Information

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

• Eulogy (श्रद्धांजलि): A speech or writing in praise of someone.
• Example: She delivered a heartfelt eulogy at the memorial service.
• Compliment (प्रशंसा): A polite expression of praise or admiration.
• Example: He gave her a compliment on her presentation.
• Praise (प्रशंसा): To express approval or admiration.
• Example: The teacher praised the student for her hard work.

The correct answer is 'Option(3)' i.e. 'Enthusiastic'.

Key Point 

• The word "Ebullient" means cheerful, energetic, and full of excitement. (उत्साहपूर्ण)
• Example: She gave an ebullient speech after winning the competition.
• "Enthusiastic" means showing intense and eager enjoyment or interest. (उत्साही)
• Example: The students were enthusiastic about participating in the cultural fest.
• Both words describe a lively and energetic personality filled with excitement.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

Additional Information

• Depressed (उदास): Feeling sad or low in spirit; opposite in meaning to ebullient.
• Dull (नीरस): Lacking interest or excitement.
• Calm (शांत): Peaceful and free from excitement or agitation.

The correct answer is 'Option(3)' i.e. 'Foolish'.

Key Points

• The word "Sagacious" means having or showing keen mental discernment and good judgment; wise. (बुद्धिमान)
• Example: The sagacious leader made decisions that benefited the entire community.
• "Foolish" means lacking good sense or judgment; unwise. (मूर्ख)
• Example: It was foolish of him to ignore the warning signs.
• Since “sagacious” refers to wisdom and sound judgment, its opposite is someone who lacks wisdom.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

Additional Information

• Insightful (सूझबूझ वाला): Showing deep understanding; similar in meaning to sagacious.
• Wise (बुद्धिमान): Having experience, knowledge, and good judgment.
• Prudent (विवेकपूर्ण): Acting with or showing care and thought for the future.

The correct answer is 'Option(4)' i.e. 'Deep frustration or resentment'.

Key Points

• The idiom "Gall and wormwood" refers to a feeling of extreme bitterness, resentment, or deep frustration. (तीव्र कटुता या रोष)
• Example: His defeat in the election filled him with gall and wormwood.
• "Deep frustration or resentment" means intense bitterness or anger caused by disappointment or injustice. (गहरी निराशा या द्वेष)
• Example: She spoke with deep frustration after being unfairly criticized.
• Both expressions convey a strong sense of bitterness and emotional pain.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4. 

Additional Information

• Lingering curiosity (लंबे समय तक बनी रहने वाली जिज्ञासा): Continuing interest or desire to know something.
• Harmless envy (निर्दोष ईर्ष्या): Mild jealousy without harmful intent.
• Sudden realization or enlightenment (अचानक समझ या ज्ञान प्राप्ति): A quick understanding or awareness of something.

The correct answer is 'Option(3)' i.e. 'Noble'.

Key Points

• The word "Noble" refers to a person belonging to a high social rank or aristocracy; a person of high title. (कुलीन / उच्च पद वाला)
• Example: The noble was respected for his generosity and leadership.
• "Noble" is the correct spelling that conveys the meaning of a person of high rank or title. (कुलीन)
• Example: In medieval times, nobles held important positions in the kingdom.
• The other options are incorrect spellings or different words with different meanings.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

Additional Information

• Nobble (धोखा देना / रिश्वत देना): Means to cheat or bribe someone.
• Noblie (गलत वर्तनी): Incorrect spelling; no valid meaning in English.
• Nobel (नोबेल (नाम)): Refers to Alfred Nobel or the Nobel Prize; not related to social rank.