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MCQ: Cloze Test - 3 - Question 1

Direction: Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.

However rhetorical as it may sound, the reality is that threat to security has become a ubiquitous concern in all aspects of governance in China. Under President Xi Jinping, Chinese ____(A)____on national security has repeatedly underlined that the idea of ‘development’ cannot be isolated from that of ‘security’. On numerous occasions, including at the 20th Party Congress last year and the Two Sessions (the annual plenary sessions of the National People’s Congress and of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference) this year, Mr. Xi ___(B)__the need to balance development with security. (C) China’s incessant attempt to securitise its development has meant (D) nontraditional security issues have acquired greater significance in its developmental narrative. And among all the nontraditional security issues, cybersecurity and data/information security seem to concern Chinese authorities the most. This is apparent in their recent attempts to strengthen cybersecurity and counter-espionage laws. (E) The recently amended Counter-espionage Law (1) broadening the scope of espionage, (2) aims to treat all “documents, data, materials, and items relating to national security and interests,” (3) at par with state secrets, thus, (4) that will come into effect from July 1, 2023. It also expands the definition of espionage to include cyberattacks against state organs or critical information infrastructure. (F) The revised law also empowers authorities to seize data, electronic equipment, and information on personal property, and even ban border crossing. Following up on the above amendments, China also unveiled in late May its position paper on Global Digital Governance that calls upon States to “respect the sovereignty, jurisdiction and governance of data of other States,” and to “not obtain data located in other States through companies or individuals without other States’ permission.” 

Q. Which among the following would grammatically and contextually fit in the blank (A) in the paragraph?

Detailed Solution for MCQ: Cloze Test - 3 - Question 1

The passage discusses the Chinese way of dealing with national security which is of higher priority as compared to development. Therefore, the best word for blank A that can fit with the context of the passage is ‘discourse’ which expresses the narrative of Chinese governance.

‘Discourse’ can take various forms, such as a narrative, conversation, debate, lecture, essay, or even a social media discussion. It serves as a means of expressing thoughts, sharing knowledge, persuading others, or analysing and examining a particular topic in depth. Thereby, is the correct answer.

Pristine - Original, pure, or unspoiled condition; clean and fresh.

Zenith - The highest point or peak of something; the culmination or apex.

Resilience - The ability to recover and adapt quickly from difficult or challenging situations or setbacks.

Euphoria - A feeling of intense happiness, excitement, or joy.

Hence, option B is the correct answer.

MCQ: Cloze Test - 3 - Question 2

Direction: Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.

However rhetorical as it may sound, the reality is that threat to security has become a ubiquitous concern in all aspects of governance in China. Under President Xi Jinping, Chinese ____(A)____on national security has repeatedly underlined that the idea of ‘development’ cannot be isolated from that of ‘security’. On numerous occasions, including at the 20th Party Congress last year and the Two Sessions (the annual plenary sessions of the National People’s Congress and of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference) this year, Mr. Xi ___(B)__the need to balance development with security. (C) China’s incessant attempt to securitise its development has meant (D) nontraditional security issues have acquired greater significance in its developmental narrative. And among all the nontraditional security issues, cybersecurity and data/information security seem to concern Chinese authorities the most. This is apparent in their recent attempts to strengthen cybersecurity and counter-espionage laws. (E) The recently amended Counter-espionage Law (1) broadening the scope of espionage, (2) aims to treat all “documents, data, materials, and items relating to national security and interests,” (3) at par with state secrets, thus, (4) that will come into effect from July 1, 2023. It also expands the definition of espionage to include cyberattacks against state organs or critical information infrastructure. (F) The revised law also empowers authorities to seize data, electronic equipment, and information on personal property, and even ban border crossing. Following up on the above amendments, China also unveiled in late May its position paper on Global Digital Governance that calls upon States to “respect the sovereignty, jurisdiction and governance of data of other States,” and to “not obtain data located in other States through companies or individuals without other States’ permission.” 

Q. The sentence given in (E) has four phrases given in bold. Amongst the given bold phrases which of the following must replace each other to make the sentence contextually correct and meaningful.

Detailed Solution for MCQ: Cloze Test - 3 - Question 2

As per the given context of the passage the counter-espionage law which will come into effect on the proposed date will make necessary additions in the provisions by including all texts and documents under the ambit of national security interests. Thereby, just replacing (1) with (4) yields a meaningful and grammatically correct statement. No other replacements are required.
Therefore, option C is the correct answer.

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MCQ: Cloze Test - 3 - Question 3

Direction: Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.

However rhetorical as it may sound, the reality is that threat to security has become a ubiquitous concern in all aspects of governance in China. Under President Xi Jinping, Chinese ____(A)____on national security has repeatedly underlined that the idea of ‘development’ cannot be isolated from that of ‘security’. On numerous occasions, including at the 20th Party Congress last year and the Two Sessions (the annual plenary sessions of the National People’s Congress and of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference) this year, Mr. Xi ___(B)__the need to balance development with security. (C) China’s incessant attempt to securitise its development has meant (D) nontraditional security issues have acquired greater significance in its developmental narrative. And among all the nontraditional security issues, cybersecurity and data/information security seem to concern Chinese authorities the most. This is apparent in their recent attempts to strengthen cybersecurity and counter-espionage laws. (E) The recently amended Counter-espionage Law (1) broadening the scope of espionage, (2) aims to treat all “documents, data, materials, and items relating to national security and interests,” (3) at par with state secrets, thus, (4) that will come into effect from July 1, 2023. It also expands the definition of espionage to include cyberattacks against state organs or critical information infrastructure. (F) The revised law also empowers authorities to seize data, electronic equipment, and information on personal property, and even ban border crossing. Following up on the above amendments, China also unveiled in late May its position paper on Global Digital Governance that calls upon States to “respect the sovereignty, jurisdiction and governance of data of other States,” and to “not obtain data located in other States through companies or individuals without other States’ permission.” 

Q. Which of the following words given in the options should come at the place marked as (B) in the above paragraph to make it grammatically correct and meaningful. Also, the word should fill in the two sentences given below to make them contextually correct and meaningful.
The teacher _______________ the importance of studying regularly for academic success.

The speaker__________ the need for immediate action to address the pressing environmental concerns.

Detailed Solution for MCQ: Cloze Test - 3 - Question 3

As per the context of the passage Chinese President wanted to create a trade-off between development and security and therefore the word that best fits into this context is ‘emphasized’. 
Emphasized- It refers to giving special importance, attention, or focus to something, often by highlighting, underlining, or stressing it. Moreover, the word fits aptly into the above blanks in the given sentences.
Perseverance - The steadfast persistence and determination to achieve a goal or overcome obstacles, even in the face of adversity or difficulty.

Pragmatic - Dealing with issues or situations in a practical, sensible, and realistic way, based on practical considerations rather than theoretical ideals.
Conundrum - A difficult or challenging problem, situation, or question that is complex and puzzling, often requiring careful thought or deliberation to solve.

Hence, option B is the correct answer.

MCQ: Cloze Test - 3 - Question 4

Direction: Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.

However rhetorical as it may sound, the reality is that threat to security has become a ubiquitous concern in all aspects of governance in China. Under President Xi Jinping, Chinese ____(A)____on national security has repeatedly underlined that the idea of ‘development’ cannot be isolated from that of ‘security’. On numerous occasions, including at the 20th Party Congress last year and the Two Sessions (the annual plenary sessions of the National People’s Congress and of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference) this year, Mr. Xi ___(B)__the need to balance development with security. (C) China’s incessant attempt to securitise its development has meant (D) nontraditional security issues have acquired greater significance in its developmental narrative. And among all the nontraditional security issues, cybersecurity and data/information security seem to concern Chinese authorities the most. This is apparent in their recent attempts to strengthen cybersecurity and counter-espionage laws. (E) The recently amended Counter-espionage Law (1) broadening the scope of espionage, (2) aims to treat all “documents, data, materials, and items relating to national security and interests,” (3) at par with state secrets, thus, (4) that will come into effect from July 1, 2023. It also expands the definition of espionage to include cyberattacks against state organs or critical information infrastructure. (F) The revised law also empowers authorities to seize data, electronic equipment, and information on personal property, and even ban border crossing. Following up on the above amendments, China also unveiled in late May its position paper on Global Digital Governance that calls upon States to “respect the sovereignty, jurisdiction and governance of data of other States,” and to “not obtain data located in other States through companies or individuals without other States’ permission.” 

Q. Which among the following connector(s) would join the sentences C and D keeping them grammatically and contextually correct and the meaning intact?

I. despite
II. that
III. because

Detailed Solution for MCQ: Cloze Test - 3 - Question 4

By using "that" as a subordinating conjunction, the sentence structure remains grammatically correct, and the meaning is preserved. The subordinate clause introduced by "that" (nontraditional security issues have acquired greater significance in its developmental narrative) adds more information to support the statement in the main clause (China's attempt to securitize its development).
I. Despite: The word "despite" indicates a contrast or opposition between two ideas. However, in this case, the two sentences do not present opposing ideas or contrasting information. Therefore, "despite" would not be appropriate to join these sentences.
III. Because: The word "because" indicates a cause-and-effect relationship, where one statement provides the reason or explanation for the other. While the second sentence provides information that supports the first sentence, it does not directly explain or provide a reason for it. Thus, "because" would not be the suitable connector to join these sentences.
Therefore, the correct answer is option D.

MCQ: Cloze Test - 3 - Question 5

Direction: Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.

However rhetorical as it may sound, the reality is that threat to security has become a ubiquitous concern in all aspects of governance in China. Under President Xi Jinping, Chinese ____(A)____on national security has repeatedly underlined that the idea of ‘development’ cannot be isolated from that of ‘security’. On numerous occasions, including at the 20th Party Congress last year and the Two Sessions (the annual plenary sessions of the National People’s Congress and of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference) this year, Mr. Xi ___(B)__the need to balance development with security. (C) China’s incessant attempt to securitise its development has meant (D) nontraditional security issues have acquired greater significance in its developmental narrative. And among all the nontraditional security issues, cybersecurity and data/information security seem to concern Chinese authorities the most. This is apparent in their recent attempts to strengthen cybersecurity and counter-espionage laws. (E) The recently amended Counter-espionage Law (1) broadening the scope of espionage, (2) aims to treat all “documents, data, materials, and items relating to national security and interests,” (3) at par with state secrets, thus, (4) that will come into effect from July 1, 2023. It also expands the definition of espionage to include cyberattacks against state organs or critical information infrastructure. (F) The revised law also empowers authorities to seize data, electronic equipment, and information on personal property, and even ban border crossing. Following up on the above amendments, China also unveiled in late May its position paper on Global Digital Governance that calls upon States to “respect the sovereignty, jurisdiction and governance of data of other States,” and to “not obtain data located in other States through companies or individuals without other States’ permission.” 

Q. Which among the following convey(s) the meaning as the statement F and is / are grammatically and contextually correct?

I. The revised law enables authorities to recover lost data, electronic equipment, and personal property information because it also allows for the imposition of border crossing bans.
II. The updated legislation additionally grants authorities the ability to confiscate data, electronic devices, and personal property information, as well as impose restrictions on crossing borders.
III. While the revised law may provide authorities with the ability to seize data, electronic equipment, and personal property information, it is important to consider the potential negative implications.

Detailed Solution for MCQ: Cloze Test - 3 - Question 5

Option I does not convey the same meaning as the statement. It introduces the concept of recovering lost data, which is not mentioned in the original statement. Additionally, it does not mention the authority's power to ban border crossing, which is a key aspect of the original statement.
Option II conveys the same meaning as the original statement. It accurately states that the updated legislation grants authorities the power to confiscate data, electronic devices, and personal property information. It also mentions the authority's ability to impose restrictions on crossing borders, which aligns with the original statement.
Option III introduces the idea of considering potential negative implications, which is not explicitly mentioned in the original statement. While it provides an alternative perspective, it does not accurately convey the same meaning as the original statement.
Therefore, only Option II is grammatically and contextually correct while conveying the meaning of the original statement and thereby option D is the correct answer.

MCQ: Cloze Test - 3 - Question 6

Directions: In the given passage, some words are missing. Against each blank, five pairs of words are suggested, one pair of which fits the blank grammatically and contextually. Choose the option providing the correct pair of words that fit into the blanks.

A potent cyclonic storm, Biparjoy, swept through Gujarat and parts of Rajasthan last week and while it did cause noticeable destruction to the infrastructure, ___________ (A) of injuries and cattle deaths, there have been only two reported casualties. The India Meteorological Department began issuing its first reports on the cyclone’s trajectory as early as June 8, and by June 11, the agency first indicated that the storm would not ___________ (B) India, as previously estimated, but would likely sharply ___________ (C) towards coastal Saurashtra, Gujarat. The storm was also categorized as falling in the ‘very severe’ category — average wind speeds of over 115 kmph. The four days of lead time and an estimate of its ___________ (D) gave enough time for district authorities in Gujarat to begin evacuating people — nearly 1,00,000 people in the coastal regions of the States were moved to shelters and close to 30 central and State disaster relief teams were kept ready. The railways cancelled several trains and fishermen too received ___________ (E) warnings of the cyclone’s impact, that kept them away from the sea.

Q. Select the most appropriate option that will fill in the blank (E).

Detailed Solution for MCQ: Cloze Test - 3 - Question 6

The sentence implies that the fishermen received warnings about the cyclone in advance which is why they refrained themselves from going into the seas. We need to place a word that is similar to this context.

Timely - prompt (adjective): done or occurring at a favourable or useful time; opportune.

Urgent - immediate (adjective): requiring immediate action or attention.

Frequent - regular (adjective): occurring or done many times at short intervals.

Advance - early (adjective): done, sent, or supplied beforehand.

Clear - explicit (adjective): stated clearly and in detail, leaving no room for confusion or doubt.

'advance' and 'early' can be placed into the blank according to the context.

Hence, the correct answer option is D.

MCQ: Cloze Test - 3 - Question 7

Directions: In the given passage, some words are missing. Against each blank, five pairs of words are suggested, one pair of which fits the blank grammatically and contextually. Choose the option providing the correct pair of words that fit into the blanks.

A potent cyclonic storm, Biparjoy, swept through Gujarat and parts of Rajasthan last week and while it did cause noticeable destruction to the infrastructure, ___________ (A) of injuries and cattle deaths, there have been only two reported casualties. The India Meteorological Department began issuing its first reports on the cyclone’s trajectory as early as June 8, and by June 11, the agency first indicated that the storm would not ___________ (B) India, as previously estimated, but would likely sharply ___________ (C) towards coastal Saurashtra, Gujarat. The storm was also categorized as falling in the ‘very severe’ category — average wind speeds of over 115 kmph. The four days of lead time and an estimate of its ___________ (D) gave enough time for district authorities in Gujarat to begin evacuating people — nearly 1,00,000 people in the coastal regions of the States were moved to shelters and close to 30 central and State disaster relief teams were kept ready. The railways cancelled several trains and fishermen too received ___________ (E) warnings of the cyclone’s impact, that kept them away from the sea.

Q. Select the most appropriate option that will fill in the blank (C).

Detailed Solution for MCQ: Cloze Test - 3 - Question 7

The sentence implies that the storm would likely change direction sharply towards coastal Saurashtra, Gujarat. We need to place a word that is similar to this context.

Shift - change (verb): change the emphasis, direction, or focus of.

Swing - sway (verb): move by grasping a support from below and leaping.

Twist - warp (verb): form into a bent, curling, or distorted shape.

Curl - twine (verb): form or cause to form into a curved or spiral shape.

Wind - gale (noun): a very strong wind; storm.

'swing' and 'sway' can be placed into the blank according to the context.

Hence, the correct answer option is B.

MCQ: Cloze Test - 3 - Question 8

Directions: In the given passage, some words are missing. Against each blank, five pairs of words are suggested, one pair of which fits the blank grammatically and contextually. Choose the option providing the correct pair of words that fit into the blanks.

A potent cyclonic storm, Biparjoy, swept through Gujarat and parts of Rajasthan last week and while it did cause noticeable destruction to the infrastructure, ___________ (A) of injuries and cattle deaths, there have been only two reported casualties. The India Meteorological Department began issuing its first reports on the cyclone’s trajectory as early as June 8, and by June 11, the agency first indicated that the storm would not ___________ (B) India, as previously estimated, but would likely sharply ___________ (C) towards coastal Saurashtra, Gujarat. The storm was also categorized as falling in the ‘very severe’ category — average wind speeds of over 115 kmph. The four days of lead time and an estimate of its ___________ (D) gave enough time for district authorities in Gujarat to begin evacuating people — nearly 1,00,000 people in the coastal regions of the States were moved to shelters and close to 30 central and State disaster relief teams were kept ready. The railways cancelled several trains and fishermen too received ___________ (E) warnings of the cyclone’s impact, that kept them away from the sea.

QSelect the most appropriate option that will fill in the blank (A).

Detailed Solution for MCQ: Cloze Test - 3 - Question 8

The sentence implies that a large number of injuries and cattle deaths were caused by the cyclone. We need to place a word that is similar to this context.

Numbers - figures (noun): a quantity or amount.

Reports - accounts (noun): an account given of a particular matter, especially in the form of an official document, after thorough investigation or consideration by an appointed person or body.

Scores - droves (noun): a large number of something.

Cases - incidents (noun): an incident or set of circumstances under official investigation by the police.

Records - statistics (noun): set down in writing or some other permanent form for later reference.

'scores' and 'droves' can be placed into the blank according to the context.

Hence, the correct answer option is C.

MCQ: Cloze Test - 3 - Question 9

Directions: In the given passage, some words are missing. Against each blank, five pairs of words are suggested, one pair of which fits the blank grammatically and contextually. Choose the option providing the correct pair of words that fit into the blanks.

A potent cyclonic storm, Biparjoy, swept through Gujarat and parts of Rajasthan last week and while it did cause noticeable destruction to the infrastructure, ___________ (A) of injuries and cattle deaths, there have been only two reported casualties. The India Meteorological Department began issuing its first reports on the cyclone’s trajectory as early as June 8, and by June 11, the agency first indicated that the storm would not ___________ (B) India, as previously estimated, but would likely sharply ___________ (C) towards coastal Saurashtra, Gujarat. The storm was also categorized as falling in the ‘very severe’ category — average wind speeds of over 115 kmph. The four days of lead time and an estimate of its ___________ (D) gave enough time for district authorities in Gujarat to begin evacuating people — nearly 1,00,000 people in the coastal regions of the States were moved to shelters and close to 30 central and State disaster relief teams were kept ready. The railways cancelled several trains and fishermen too received ___________ (E) warnings of the cyclone’s impact, that kept them away from the sea.

Q. Select the most appropriate option that will fill in the blank (B).

Detailed Solution for MCQ: Cloze Test - 3 - Question 9

The sentence implies that by June 11, the IMD first indicated that the storm will pass through India which was not previously estimated. We need to place a word that is similar to this context.

Enter - penetrate (verb): go into or through (something), especially with force or effort.

Cross - traverse (verb): travel across or through.

Hit -strike (verb): (of a disaster, disease, or other unwelcome phenomenon) occur suddenly and have harmful or damaging effects on.

Approach - near (verb): come near or nearer to (someone or something) in distance or time.

Bypass - avoid (verb): go past or round.

'bypass' and 'avoid' can be placed into the blank according to the context.

Hence, the correct answer option is D.

MCQ: Cloze Test - 3 - Question 10

Directions: In the given passage, some words are missing. Against each blank, five pairs of words are suggested, one pair of which fits the blank grammatically and contextually. Choose the option providing the correct pair of words that fit into the blanks.

A potent cyclonic storm, Biparjoy, swept through Gujarat and parts of Rajasthan last week and while it did cause noticeable destruction to the infrastructure, ___________ (A) of injuries and cattle deaths, there have been only two reported casualties. The India Meteorological Department began issuing its first reports on the cyclone’s trajectory as early as June 8, and by June 11, the agency first indicated that the storm would not ___________ (B) India, as previously estimated, but would likely sharply ___________ (C) towards coastal Saurashtra, Gujarat. The storm was also categorized as falling in the ‘very severe’ category — average wind speeds of over 115 kmph. The four days of lead time and an estimate of its ___________ (D) gave enough time for district authorities in Gujarat to begin evacuating people — nearly 1,00,000 people in the coastal regions of the States were moved to shelters and close to 30 central and State disaster relief teams were kept ready. The railways cancelled several trains and fishermen too received ___________ (E) warnings of the cyclone’s impact, that kept them away from the sea.

Q. Select the most appropriate option that will fill in the blank (D).

Detailed Solution for MCQ: Cloze Test - 3 - Question 10

The sentence implies that the forecast of the strength of the storm which was given four days ahead helped the authorities to prepare themselves better. We need to place a word that is similar to this context.

Strength - force (noun): the potency, intensity, or speed of a force or natural agency.

Speed - velocity (noun): the rate at which someone or something moves or operates or is able to move or operate.

Size - magnitude (noun): the relative extent of something; a thing's overall dimensions or magnitude; how big something is.

Intense - severe (adjective): (of an action) highly concentrated.

Power - energy (noun): energy that is produced by mechanical, electrical, or other means and used to operate a device.

'strength' and 'force' can be placed into the blank according to the context.

Hence, the correct answer option is A.

MCQ: Cloze Test - 3 - Question 11

Directions: In the following passage, some of the words have been left out and replaced by a blank represented by a letter. First read the passage and try to understand what it is about. Then fill in the blanks as per the questions given.

Regulatory frameworks stand on three pillars. These include a governing law, an empowered regulator and a fair appeals mechanism. An appellate mechanism is a / an _____(A)_____ part of this framework because it ensures an opportunity to remedy inappropriate application of governing laws. Therefore, if the framework is _____(B)_____, there will be an unfair application of law, which defeats the purpose of the legislation. This incapacity can take two forms—insufficient subject area specialization and limited _____(C)_____  of the appellate mechanism to carry out such a process. These are particularly problematic in the case of complex digital ecosystems.

The Competition Appellate Tribunal (COMPAT), a dedicated court for antitrust appeals, was dissolved along with eight other tribunals in a/ an _____(D)_____ of judicial rationalizations in 2017. Its powers were merged with the NCLAT without a commensurate expansion in the latter’s capacity. Simultaneously, approximately 50 per cent of CCI decisions were appealed to the NCLAT over the last couple of years—a non-trivial antitrust workload! This demands specialization, whereas the qualification _____(E)_____  to become an NCLAT member does not mandate experience in competition matters.

Q. Which of the following can fit in blank A?
(i) Complimentary
(ii) Precarious
(iii) Critical

Detailed Solution for MCQ: Cloze Test - 3 - Question 11

Refer: Regulatory frameworks stand on three pillars. These include a governing law, an empowered regulator and a fair appeals mechanism. An appellate mechanism is a / an _____(A)_____ part of this framework because it ensures an opportunity to remedy inappropriate application of governing laws.

Explanation:

Complimentary: combining in such a way as to enhance or emphasize the qualities of each other or another.

Precarious: not securely held or in position; dangerously likely to fall or collapse.

Critical: involving the objective analysis and evaluation of an issue in order to form a judgement.

The idea here is to express the importance of the ‘appellate mechanism’, thus only ‘critical’ is a lucid choice while ‘complimentary’ and ‘precarious’ are weak contextually.

Hence, option D is the correct answer.

MCQ: Cloze Test - 3 - Question 12

Directions: In the following passage, some of the words have been left out and replaced by a blank represented by a letter. First read the passage and try to understand what it is about. Then fill in the blanks as per the questions given.

Regulatory frameworks stand on three pillars. These include a governing law, an empowered regulator and a fair appeals mechanism. An appellate mechanism is a / an _____(A)_____ part of this framework because it ensures an opportunity to remedy inappropriate application of governing laws. Therefore, if the framework is _____(B)_____, there will be an unfair application of law, which defeats the purpose of the legislation. This incapacity can take two forms—insufficient subject area specialization and limited _____(C)_____  of the appellate mechanism to carry out such a process. These are particularly problematic in the case of complex digital ecosystems.

The Competition Appellate Tribunal (COMPAT), a dedicated court for antitrust appeals, was dissolved along with eight other tribunals in a/ an _____(D)_____ of judicial rationalizations in 2017. Its powers were merged with the NCLAT without a commensurate expansion in the latter’s capacity. Simultaneously, approximately 50 per cent of CCI decisions were appealed to the NCLAT over the last couple of years—a non-trivial antitrust workload! This demands specialization, whereas the qualification _____(E)_____  to become an NCLAT member does not mandate experience in competition matters.

Q. Which of the following can fit in blank C?

(i) Extension
(ii) Bandwidth
(iii) Expandable

Detailed Solution for MCQ: Cloze Test - 3 - Question 12

Refer: This incapacity can take two forms—insufficient subject area specialization and limited _____(C)_____  of the appellate mechanism to carry out such a process. These are particularly problematic in the case of complex digital ecosystems.

The idea here is to express about the confined range thus only ‘bandwidth’ is a suitable choice to be placed after ‘limited’.
Hence, option A is the correct answer.

MCQ: Cloze Test - 3 - Question 13

Directions: In the following passage, some of the words have been left out and replaced by a blank represented by a letter. First read the passage and try to understand what it is about. Then fill in the blanks as per the questions given.

Regulatory frameworks stand on three pillars. These include a governing law, an empowered regulator and a fair appeals mechanism. An appellate mechanism is a / an _____(A)_____ part of this framework because it ensures an opportunity to remedy inappropriate application of governing laws. Therefore, if the framework is _____(B)_____, there will be an unfair application of law, which defeats the purpose of the legislation. This incapacity can take two forms—insufficient subject area specialization and limited _____(C)_____  of the appellate mechanism to carry out such a process. These are particularly problematic in the case of complex digital ecosystems.

The Competition Appellate Tribunal (COMPAT), a dedicated court for antitrust appeals, was dissolved along with eight other tribunals in a/ an _____(D)_____ of judicial rationalizations in 2017. Its powers were merged with the NCLAT without a commensurate expansion in the latter’s capacity. Simultaneously, approximately 50 per cent of CCI decisions were appealed to the NCLAT over the last couple of years—a non-trivial antitrust workload! This demands specialization, whereas the qualification _____(E)_____  to become an NCLAT member does not mandate experience in competition matters.

Q. Which of the following can fit in blank E?

(i) Criterion
(ii) Benchmark
(iii) Norm

Detailed Solution for MCQ: Cloze Test - 3 - Question 13

Refer: Its powers were merged with the NCLAT without a commensurate expansion in the latter’s capacity. Simultaneously, approximately 50 per cent of CCI decisions were appealed to the NCLAT over the last couple of years—a non-trivial antitrust workload! This demands specialization, whereas the qualification _____(E)_____  to become an NCLAT member does not mandate experience in competition matters.

Explanation:

The idea here is to express the standards required to become an NCLAT member, thus all ‘criterion’, ‘benchmark’ and ‘norm’ are suitable as they represent a similar notion.

Hence, option D is the correct answer.

MCQ: Cloze Test - 3 - Question 14

Directions: In the following passage, some of the words have been left out and replaced by a blank represented by a letter. First read the passage and try to understand what it is about. Then fill in the blanks as per the questions given.

Regulatory frameworks stand on three pillars. These include a governing law, an empowered regulator and a fair appeals mechanism. An appellate mechanism is a / an _____(A)_____ part of this framework because it ensures an opportunity to remedy inappropriate application of governing laws. Therefore, if the framework is _____(B)_____, there will be an unfair application of law, which defeats the purpose of the legislation. This incapacity can take two forms—insufficient subject area specialization and limited _____(C)_____  of the appellate mechanism to carry out such a process. These are particularly problematic in the case of complex digital ecosystems.

The Competition Appellate Tribunal (COMPAT), a dedicated court for antitrust appeals, was dissolved along with eight other tribunals in a/ an _____(D)_____ of judicial rationalizations in 2017. Its powers were merged with the NCLAT without a commensurate expansion in the latter’s capacity. Simultaneously, approximately 50 per cent of CCI decisions were appealed to the NCLAT over the last couple of years—a non-trivial antitrust workload! This demands specialization, whereas the qualification _____(E)_____  to become an NCLAT member does not mandate experience in competition matters.

Q. Which of the following can fit in blank B?

(i) Relevant
(ii) Capable
(iii) Incapacitated

Detailed Solution for MCQ: Cloze Test - 3 - Question 14

Refer: Therefore, if the framework is _____(B)_____, there will be an unfair application of law, which defeats the purpose of the legislation.

Explanation:

Relevant: closely connected or appropriate to what is being done or considered.

Capable: having the ability, fitness, or quality necessary to do or achieve a specified thing.

Incapacitated: deprived of strength or power or debilitated.

The idea here is to express that if the frame does not function properly, considering this context, the only suitable option is ‘incapacitated’.

Hence, option C is the correct answer.

MCQ: Cloze Test - 3 - Question 15

Directions: In the following passage, some of the words have been left out and replaced by a blank represented by a letter. First read the passage and try to understand what it is about. Then fill in the blanks as per the questions given.

Regulatory frameworks stand on three pillars. These include a governing law, an empowered regulator and a fair appeals mechanism. An appellate mechanism is a / an _____(A)_____ part of this framework because it ensures an opportunity to remedy inappropriate application of governing laws. Therefore, if the framework is _____(B)_____, there will be an unfair application of law, which defeats the purpose of the legislation. This incapacity can take two forms—insufficient subject area specialization and limited _____(C)_____  of the appellate mechanism to carry out such a process. These are particularly problematic in the case of complex digital ecosystems.

The Competition Appellate Tribunal (COMPAT), a dedicated court for antitrust appeals, was dissolved along with eight other tribunals in a/ an _____(D)_____ of judicial rationalizations in 2017. Its powers were merged with the NCLAT without a commensurate expansion in the latter’s capacity. Simultaneously, approximately 50 per cent of CCI decisions were appealed to the NCLAT over the last couple of years—a non-trivial antitrust workload! This demands specialization, whereas the qualification _____(E)_____  to become an NCLAT member does not mandate experience in competition matters.

Q. Which of the following can fit in blank D?

(i) Dearth
(ii) Spate
(iii) Paucity

Detailed Solution for MCQ: Cloze Test - 3 - Question 15

Refer: The Competition Appellate Tribunal (COMPAT), a dedicated court for antitrust appeals, was dissolved along with eight other tribunals in a/ an _____(D)_____ of judicial rationalizations in 2017. Its powers were merged with the NCLAT without a commensurate expansion in the latter’s capacity.

Explanation:

Dearth: lack of something

Spate: a large number of similar things coming in quick succession

Paucity: insufficient amount of something

The idea here is to specify the sudden rush of judicial rationalizations in 2017, thus ‘in a spate’ would be an apt phrase. Therefore, only ‘spate’ fits the blank while ‘dearth’ and ‘paucity’ are absurd choices.

Hence, option A is the correct answer.

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