SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 1

SSC CHSL 2023 - 04 Aug 2023 - Shift 2 • English • Q1

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.

Indian culture treats guests as God and serves them and takes care of them as if they are a part and (1)______ of the family itself. Even though we don’t have anything to eat, the guests are never left hungry and are always (2)______ after by the members of the family. Elders and respect for elders is a major component in Indian culture. Elders are the (3)______ force for any family and hence the love and respect for elders comes from (4)______and is not artificial. An individual takes blessings from his elders by touching their feet. Elders drill and (5)______the Indian culture within us as we grow.

Indian culture treats guests as God and serves them and takes care of them as if they are a part and (1)______ of the family itself. Even though we don’t have anything to eat, the guests are never left hungry and are always (2)______ after by the members of the family. Elders and respect for elders is a major component in Indian culture. Elders are the (3)______ force for any family and hence the love and respect for elders comes from (4)______and is not artificial. An individual takes blessings from his elders by touching their feet. Elders drill and (5)______the Indian culture within us as we grow.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 5.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. pass on.

"Pass on" here refers to the elders transmitting or conveying the Indian culture to the younger generation.

It suggests the idea of continuity, where elders are responsible for ensuring that the cultural values, traditions, and customs are not lost but are instead passed down to future generations.

This act of "passing on" encompasses teachings, values, and experiences that elders share with the younger members, thereby preserving and nurturing the cultural heritage of Indian society.