Question 1

Directions (Q. 1–5): Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions by choosing the most appropriate word for each numbered blank.

The Indian Army has always been known for its (1)___ discipline and unwavering commitment to the nation. Soldiers undergo (2)___ training that tests both their physical endurance and mental fortitude. The military culture instils a sense of (3)___ among its ranks, ensuring that every individual works towards a common goal. Leaders in the armed forces are expected to (4)___ their duties with utmost sincerity and to set an example for those under their command. It is this spirit of selfless service that has (5)___ the Indian Army as one of the most respected military forces in the world.

Q1. Choose the most appropriate word for blank (1):

Accepted Answer

The blank requires an adjective that collocates naturally with 'discipline' to describe the Army's well-known quality. 'Exemplary' means serving as a model or outstanding example, which perfectly describes the Army's discipline that others look up to. 'Ordinary' is opposite in meaning. 'Dubious' means doubtful, which is negative and contextually wrong. 'Temporary' refers to something short-lived, which contradicts the idea of the Army's consistent reputation.

Question 2

The following paragraph has been broken into four sentences (P, Q, R, S). The first sentence is fixed. Arrange the remaining sentences in the correct order to form a coherent paragraph.

Fixed Sentence: The Industrial Revolution fundamentally transformed human society in ways that extended far beyond factory walls.

P. Factory workers faced gruelling twelve-hour shifts in dangerous conditions, yet their wages remained dismally low.
Q. Moreover, the concentration of industries in urban centres created sprawling cities where poverty and disease flourished.
R. The technological innovations that emerged during this period certainly boosted productivity and wealth for factory owners.
S. However, the benefits of this economic boom were distributed most unequally amongst the population.

Which of the following is the correct order?

Accepted Answer

The correct order is R → S → P → Q. After the opening statement about the Industrial Revolution's transformative impact, sentence R introduces the positive aspect (technological innovation and wealth creation) with 'certainly' showing agreement with 'fundamentally transformed'. Sentence S then introduces a logical contrast using 'However', indicating that despite these benefits, distribution was unequal—this is the pivot point. Sentence P provides specific evidence of this inequality (worker exploitation). Finally, sentence Q extends this point using 'Moreover' to discuss broader societal consequences (urban poverty). This creates a logical flow: transformation → positive effects → counterbalance → specific worker hardship → broader urban consequences. Option RSPQ maintains coherence through proper use of connectors and logical progression from general observation to specific consequences.

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