SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 17

SSC CGL - 27 July 2023 - Shift 1 • English • Q17

Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.

A. The government's recent efforts have concentrated on strengthening these ties.

B. The textile industry in India is one of the country's oldest, stretching back several centuries.

C. The textile business is immensely diverse, with hand-spun and hand-woven textiles at one end of the spectrum and capital-intensive modern mills at the other.

D. Its tight ties to agriculture (for raw materials such as cotton) and the country's old history and traditions in terms of textiles set it apart from other sectors in the country.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. BCDA.

Sentence B: Establishes the historical significance of the textile industry in India, indicating its long-standing presence and importance in the country's economy and culture.

Sentence C: Expands on the diversity within the textile industry, highlighting the coexistence of traditional and modern production methods and products.

Sentence D: Explains the industry's close connection to agriculture, particularly for raw materials like cotton, and emphasizes how these ties and historical traditions distinguish it from other sectors in India.

Sentence A: Concludes the paragraph by mentioning current governmental efforts aimed at enhancing the relationship between the textile industry and agriculture, indicating ongoing support and development strategies.