UPSC Prelims 2015 - CSAT (Paper II)

Explanation

All human beings are not equal. Some have capabilities to govern while others are inclined to be governed by others due to their subservient qualities. This segregation is good for society. This obviates the unnecessary conflict. Hence, this leads to efficiency in governance. Based on the explanation given above, it is correct to say that society is divided into a ‘super’ and ‘sub’ human beings. Option (b) is relevant and important implication based on the passage. Option (c) is right in upholding the exception to equal rights of all the citizens in society. This division is essential for efficiency. It is the most important part of the argument. Option (d) is also incoherent with the passage. It simplifies the message of the author in the passage. Hence, this is not the least important message. Option (a) is out of the scope of the passage. It is not related to the ongoing argument that focuses on the division of society on basis of competencies. Hence, it is the most appropriate answer choice.

Explanation

Statement (a) is not the best point that the author is trying to make throughout this passage. The population is growing at a fast pace. But the main point is the problems associated with it which are missing in this option. Statement (b) limits the problem of food security to only developing countries which is not true according to the passage. So, it can be neglected. Statement (c) does not find support from the passage. Nowhere, the passage mentions that resources are not available to meet the increasing demand. The passage says that the population is increasing and hence to feed such big numbers food production has to be increased. With the limited arable land and potable water, it is a challenge for the world community.

Explanation

Statement (a) seems to be an illogical assumption. If a country is having a small armoury and it is vulnerable to foreign attacks; then all the small countries shall have been merged with the big countries. Moreover, this statement is not supported by the passage. Statement (b) finds relevance with the views of the author in the passage. The passage suggests the reduction of weapon building to create an environment of peace and trust. This is a good step to build trust in neighbouring countries. This is the best assumption based on the passage. Statement (c) is against the spirit of the passage. Statement (d) is not an assumption; it is a stated fact in the passage.

Explanation

Use the elimination strategy to solve this question. Statement (c) is the least relevant. The author has not recommended that people shall help the government in solving the problem of poor public health service. Statement (d) is totally against the content of the passage. According to the passage, the health of the mother is very important for the health of a newly born child. Statement (a) is next to be eliminated as even though ignorance is the major reason for poor health conditions the literate might also be getting the services of poor public health systems. Hence, this statement is an incomplete one and not a correct inference. Statement (c) best captures the essence of the passage. It is a correct inference based on the facts of the passage. This correctly connects maternal health and child care health services in the public health care services.

Explanation

Statement 1 is correct. It is very beneficial to consume locally grown food as it will be easily and sufficiently available . It promotes healthy eating habits . It is also eco-friendly. Statement 2 is correct. Large-scale food processing leads to overproduction, an increase in demand for preservation and wastages that subsequently leads to a burden on the natural resources.