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Question : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Gender equality is not only a fundamental human right, but a necessary foundation for a peaceful, prosperous and sustainable world. There (1)_____ progress over the last decades: More girls are going to school, fewer girls are forced into early marriage, more women are serving in parliament and positions of leadership, and laws are being reformed to (2)_____ gender equality. Despite these gains, many challenges remain: discriminatory laws and social norms remain (3)_____, women continue to be underrepresented at all levels of political leadership, and 1 in 5 women and girls between the ages of 15 and 49 report experiencing physical or sexual violence by an intimate partner within a 12 -month period. The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic could reverse the limited progress that has been made on gender equality and women's rights. The coronavirus outbreak (4)_____ existing inequalities for women and girls across every sphere - from health and the economy to security and social protection. Women play a disproportionate role in responding to the virus, including as frontline healthcare workers and carers at home. Women's unpaid care work has increased significantly as a result of school closures and the increased needs of older people. Women are also harder hit by the economic (5)_____ of COVID-19, as they disproportionately work in insecure labour markets. Nearly 60 percent of women work in the informal economy, which puts them at greater risk of falling into poverty.

Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank 4.

Option 1: placate

Option 2: exacerbates

Option 3: appease

Option 4: aid

Team Careers360 21st Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: exacerbates


Solution : The correct choice is the second option.

Exacerbate means to make something worse that is already bad. This helps convey the intended meaning that the pandemic worsened the already existing inequalities for women and girls.

Therefore, the correct answer is exacerbates.

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Question : An urban settlement that serves as a center for medical research and healthcare services is classified as a:

Option 1: Medical hub

Option 2: University town

Option 3: Tech hub

Option 4: Cultural city

Team Careers360 19th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Medical hub


Solution : Correct Option: Option 1
Explanation: A medical hub is an urban settlement that serves as a center for medical research and healthcare services, often hosting hospitals, research institutions, and medical schools.

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Question : What was the primary focus of the Green Revolution in India?

Option 1: Industrial development

Option 2: Agricultural reforms

Option 3: Educational reforms

Option 4: Healthcare reforms

Team Careers360 15th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Agricultural reforms


Solution : The correct answer is (b) agricultural reforms.

The Green Revolution in India was a major agricultural initiative that took place during the 1960s and 1970s. It aimed to increase agricultural productivity and food production through the adoption of modern agricultural practices, technologies, and inputs.

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Question : Which of the following is an example of an income-generating activity for poverty alleviation?

Option 1: Mid-day meal scheme in schools

Option 2: Free healthcare for pregnant women

Option 3: Self-help groups for women empowerment

Option 4: Skill development programs for unemployed youth

Team Careers360 19th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Self-help groups for women empowerment


Solution : The correct answer is (c) Self-help groups for women empowerment.

Self-help groups (SHGs) for women empowerment are an example of an income-generating activity for poverty alleviation. SHGs are small groups of individuals, typically women, who come together to pool their resources,

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Question : Statement 1: Women's health issues in India are often compounded by socio-cultural factors and lack of awareness.

Statement 2: Gender bias, limited access to healthcare, and discriminatory practices affect the overall health and well-being of women.

Option 1: Both statements are true.
   

Option 2: Statement 1 is true, and Statement 2 is false.
 

Option 3: Statement 1 is false, and Statement 2 is true.

 

Option 4: Both statements are false.

Team Careers360 22nd Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Both statements are true.
   


Solution : The correct answer is (a) Both statements are true.

Statement 1 accurately highlights that women's health issues in India are often influenced by socio-cultural factors and a lack of awareness. Socio-cultural norms, gender roles, and traditional practices can impact women's access to

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Question : Maternal mortality can be reduced through:

Option 1: Access to family planning services
   

Option 2: Increased healthcare costs
    

Option 3: Reduced investment in healthcare infrastructure

 

Option 4: Decreased availability of skilled healthcare professionals

Team Careers360 25th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Access to family planning services
   


Solution : The correct answer is (A) access to family planning services.

Access to family planning services plays a crucial role in reducing maternal mortality. Family planning allows women to space out their pregnancies and choose the number of children they want to

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Question :  The primary challenge of health infrastructure in India is:

Option 1: Excessive availability of healthcare facilities
 

Option 2: Overutilization of resources
   

Option 3: Abundant supply of medicines

  

Option 4: Lack of healthcare professionals

Team Careers360 25th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Lack of healthcare professionals


Solution : The correct answer is (D) lack of healthcare professionals.

One of the major challenges faced by the health infrastructure in India is the shortage of skilled healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, and other medical staff. This shortage is especially prominent in rural

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