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SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 87

SSC MTS - 08/10/2024 - (9:00 AM - 11:00 AM) • English • Q87

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In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
We should remember that all religions (1)________ good conduct in life, the foundation of which should rest on (2)_________. Without the basis of morality, philosophy would remain mere polemics, and religion would be (3)_________ and vain. Nobody can say that he is religious unless he is (4)_________ and unselfish. It is realised that by constant endeavour through thought, word and deed, one could (5)_________ absolute peace of mind.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. ethics.

Context: The foundation of good conduct is being described.

Meaning of the words:
Evil: Profound immorality or wickedness.
Boundaries: Limits or borders.
Unconscientiousness: Lack of moral sense or responsibility.
Ethics: Moral principles that govern a person's behavior.

Correct word: Ethics

Reason: The sentence argues that the foundation of good conduct should be based on moral values. “Ethics” is the only option that directly relates to the idea of moral grounding.

Final Sentence: …the foundation of which should rest on ethics.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.