Question 981
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
For most of us who are born and live in India, social inequality and (1)are facts of life. We see (2) on the streets and on railway platforms. We see young children (3)__ as domestic workers, construction helpers, cleaners and helpers in streetside restaurants (dhabas) and tea-shops. We are not (4)____ at the sight of small children, who work as domestic workers in middle class urban homes, carrying the school bags of older children to school. It does not immediately (5)_______ us as unjust that some children are denied schooling.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.
- AOption (a)
mobility
- BOption (b)
gatherings
- COption (c)
exclusion
- DOption (d)
harmony
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Correct answer
exclusion
Why this answer is correct
The correct answer is 'exclusion'.
Key Points
- The passage discusses social inequality, where certain groups face marginalization and exclusion in society.
- The appropriate word should indicate the separation or marginalization of certain groups in society, which "exclusion" fits well.
- "Exclusion" refers to being left out or not being included, which aligns with the context of social inequality and unfair treatment described in the passage.
- Other options such as "mobility," "gatherings," and "harmony" do not fit the context of social marginalization and inequality.
Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 3'.
Additional Information
- Mobility refers to movement or ability to change positions, which is not relevant in this context of social inequality.
- Gatherings refers to coming together or assembling, which does not relate to the idea of social exclusion discussed in the passage.
- Harmony refers to peace or agreement, which contradicts the theme of inequality and exclusion mentioned in the passage.