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Multiple Choice Questions

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no 2 ........

English (CPO) Reading comprehension (P)

Read the passage carefully and answer the following question.
Reservation is a part of 1________ action, which seeks to bring equality. The Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty Fourth Amendment)
Bill, 2019, seeks to provide for the advancement of ‘economically weaker sections’ of citizens. Article 15 of the Constitution 2________
discrimination against any citizen on the grounds of race, religion, caste, sex or place of birth. However, the government may make
special provisions for the 3________ of socially and educationally backward classes or for Scheduled Castes or Scheduled Tribes. The
Bill seeks to amend Article 15 to additionally permit the government to provide for the advancement of ‘economically weaker sections’.
Further, up to 10% of the seats may be 4________ for such sections for admission in educational institutions. Such reservation will not
apply to minority educational institutions.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 2.

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SSC CPO 9th Nov 2022 Shift 1

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Explanation:

prohibits

- The passage discusses the reservation policy in India aimed at achieving equality through affirmative action.
- It mentions the Constitution's amendment relating to economically weaker sections.
- Article 15 of the Indian Constitution is highlighted for referencing discrimination grounds and special provisions.
- The options provided for filling the blank in Article 15's context need careful examination:

- **Option 1: exhibits** - Article 15 doesn't show or demonstrate discrimination; rather, it addresses legal principles to prevent it.

- **✔ Option 2: prohibits** - Article 15 indeed disallows discrimination based on race, religion, caste, sex, or place of birth, making this choice correct.

- **Option 3: establishes** - The Article doesn't set up or create discrimination; it enforces legal measures to prevent it.

- **Option 4: inhibits** - While this means to hold back, Article 15 specifically bans discrimination outright, making this less appropriate.

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