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India is poised for rapid economic growth, potentially spurred by a young population driving production and demand. In the process, inevitably, lifestyles are being dramatically altered for the worse. India now reports the highest growth of ultra-processed food consumption among the youth, as well as low levels of exercise and adequate sleep. Cultural changes, including smartphones and a preponderance of English in schools, are also associated with weakened family relationships. Until recently, in the absence of extensive data, the role of these factors on mental well -being, encompassing our full range of mental capability, was not well understood. Recent findings based on a large database of over 1,50,000 individuals in India are beginning to shed ligh t on the correlates of mental well -being among adolescents. The findings are dire. There is a silent epidemic of mental ill -health in India. Previous studies have found that ownership of smartphones is "frying" the brain. Data also suggests that it is not merely the ownership of a phone but also the early age of access that is associated with worse cognition and mental well -being as young adults. The young brain is developing and must be nurtured. These gadgets are handed to adolescents, presumably more out of convenience than sound logic. The American philosopher David Henry Thoreau remarked over 175 years ago, "Technology is an improved means to an unimproved end." This is an extreme position but one worth mulling. India reports the highest growth in consumption of ultra-processed foods. Some evidence suggests that these foods are as addictive as smoking. Recent data globally and from India shows a strong association between the consumption of ultra -processed foods and poor mental well -being, particularly the capacities for emotional and cognitive control.
Question 1.
Based on the above passage, which of the following should be the most suitable title for the passage?
Question 2.
Consider the given statement "Technology is an improved means to an unimproved end". Which of the following closely reflects the meaning of the given statement?
Question 3.
Which of the following statements strengthens the author's argument regarding the negative use of smartphones among the youth?
Question 4.
Which of the following can be a plausible solution for better mental well -being among the youth?
Question 5.
Which of the following statements by the author lack credible evidence in the passage?
Question 6.
"These gadgets are handed to adolescents, presumably more out of convenience than sound logic." Which of the following is the most suitable explanation echoed by the author as per the given statement?
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Words remain an enigma, their presence within human sphere is a unique mystery. They form the intricate tapestry that convinces us of our existence, blurring lines between fact and fiction. An engagement with words is the most captivating, enchanting, and sometimes daunting encounter with the world. A word, a symbolic entity formed from the ethereal, exists neither as animate nor inanimate, yet pulsates with life. It can emanate warmth or coldness, absorb emotions, or stand as dry as a rock. Words can provoke smiles and elicit joy. They are like glow-worms, momentarily dispelling the surrounding darkness and act as life-saving rafts amid the tumultuous ocean waves. Words grant us the ability to explore the universe, and to see a world in a grain of sand as William Blake noted. They impart a semantic existence to the lifeless, and bestow aesthetic form upon the formless. Scriptures say the word is the world. I say the world within the word is the abode of faith.
Question 7.
What is the central theme of the passage?
Question 8.
According to the passage, what does a 'word' symbolize?
Question 9.
How does the passage describe words' ability to affect emotions?
Question 10.
"An engagement with words is the most captivating, enchanting, and sometimes daunting encounter with the world." Which of the following conclusions can be drawn from the above statement?
Question 11.
Which of the following strengthens the author's idea of words being "like glow-worms momentarily dispelling the surrounding darkness"?
Question 12.
In the context of the passage, what is the significance of the world within the word"?
Question 13.
What is the central theme of the passage?
Question 14.
According to the passage, what does a 'word' symbolize?
Question 15.
How does the passage describe words' ability to affect emotions?
Question 16.
"An engagement with words is the most captivating, enchanting, and sometimes daunting encounter with the world." Which of the following conclusions can be drawn from the above statement?
Question 17.
Which of the following strengthens the author's idea of words being "like glow-worms momentarily dispelling the surrounding darkness"?
Question 18.
In the context of the passage, what is the significance of the world within the word"?
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Students have been abuzz over how artificial intelligence tools can do their homework and programmers over how these can increase their productivity or take away their jobs. As much as digitization has transformed the country in recent years, there is a widespread feeling that at some point around the horizon, Al shall rejig everything in even more fundamental fantastic, and frightening ways. This is why deciding how the coming changes should be regulated is very important. TRAI has made a strong case for an independent statutory authority to ensure the responsible development and use of Al in the country, a global agency along similar lines shall likely be pitched at the G20 leaders summit, and interestingly even American MNC Microsoft has floated a blueprint for Al governance in India. The great size and diversity of its "data points" make India of great interest to all developers of Al technologies But India is only at their receiving end, nowhere close to the US and China's advances. Although lately, it is becoming obvious how much state censorship is encumbering China's Large Language Modeling, the country is still very much in the game with PhDs in fields related to Al, investments in Al chip hardware design, and domestic generative models like Wu Dao. The scientific accomplishments of India's Chandrayaan mission have seen it being wooed for various international space collaborations. This promises spinoff technological benefits across Indian industry and is also geo-strategically useful. Likewise, it is only with sufficient Al prowess that India shall really get to play at the high table of global rulemaking for Al Knowing how much Indians future shall be shaped by generative Al needs matching efforts to create indigenous models. In this and at this stage, a proactive government role is key. rather than just waiting on some large corporation to do the needful. Missing this bus will after all be even more costly than missing the chip research one. Plus, GOI alone can push academia-industry collaborations with the necessary weight and urgency. This does not let other institutions off the hook. A US judge has rejected the copyright for an Al-generated artwork. Indian courts should start engaging with the broader issue of non-human agency rather than wait for precedence to be set elsewhere. Indian schools need to think beyond the ban-ChatGPT mindset. Let us lead instead of only being led.
Question 1.
Which of the following is the author most likely to agree with?
Question 2.
Which of the following, if true, would most strengthen the main argument of the passage?
Question 3.
Based only on the author's statement that "Indian courts should start engaging with the broader issue of non-human agency rather than wait for precedence to be set elsewhere", which of the following would the author be most likely to agree with?
Question 4.
If the information in the passage above is correct, which of the following must necessarily be true?
Question 5.
Based on the author's arguments, which of the following would result in weakening. rather than strengthening India's position at the forefront of generative AI?
Question 6.
The author states that, "Missing this bus will after all be even more costly than missing the chip research one. For this statement to be true, with which of the following statements about chip research must the author most likely agree?
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In a world where aspirations for upward mobility are fervent, the opportunities for achieving such dreams remain limited. When one generation falls short, the mantle of ambition passes to the next, embedding within it a heavy burden of responsibility. Failing to meet these expectations can lead to profound sorrow, and in the direst cases, even to suicide. It's in this landscape that coaching institutes assume a significant role, cultivating an atmosphere of uncertainty among students and parents. A stark discrepancy emerges between preparation for board examinations and competitive tests, amplifying the inequalities that plague the education system. The coaching industry's massive marketing campaigns further exacerbate the situation, with some strategies veering into ethical grey areas. The tests themselves, designed to be more challenging than standardised exams, set the stage for feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt when not conquered. Our educational system is tailored to gauge an individual's merit through examinations. Eminent thinker Michael J Sandel dubs this system the "tyranny of merit, a sentiment echoed by the Supreme Court of India. Upholding the OBC reservation judgment, the Court called for a deeper evaluation of the "idea of merit". highlighting its nuanced nature. Merit as a concept remains shrouded in misunderstanding and often goes unexamined within school curriculum. Adapting to new living arrangements. sourcing nourishing meals, battling isolation, and grappling with commutes form the backdrop against, which education unfolds. For marginalised communities and gender minorities, these hurdles are often amplified. Social media algorithms exacerbate mental health concerns. sowing loneliness and impeding attention spans and creativity. Technology emerges as a potential equaliser in this landscape. Online platforms now offer preparation opportunities from the comfort of one's home, Government-curated or market-driven content could usher in a new era of accessibility
Question 7.
As per the author, which one of the following is not likely leading to suicide among the students?
Question 8.
Which of the following is not true regarding the education system as per the opinion of the author?
Question 9.
Which of the following strengthens the argument regarding the idea of merit as per the above-mentioned passage?
Question 10.
Which of the following is correct regarding the inequalities mentioned by the author?
Question 11.
Which of the following statements reflects the use of online platforms for education as per the author?
Question 12.
Which one of the following is not a challenge for quality education?
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