DIRECTIONS for the question: Answer the question based on the information given in the passage.Developed countries have made adequate provisions for social security for senior citizens. State insurers (as well as private ones) offer medicare and pension benefits to people who can no longer earn. In India, with the collapse of the joint family system, the traditional shelter of the elderly has disappeared. And a State faced with a financial crunch is not in a position to provide social security. So, it is advisable that the working population give serious thought to building a financial base for itself.Which one of the following, if it were to happen, weakens the conclusion drawn in the above passage the most?a)The investible income of the working population, as a proportion of its total income, will grow in the futureb)The insurance sector is underdeveloped and trends indicate that it will be extensively privatized in the futurec)India is on a path of development that will take it to a developed country status, with all its positive and negative implicationsd)If the working population builds a stronger financial base, there will be a revival of the joint family systemCorrect answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

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Developed countries have made adequate provisions for social security for senior citizens. State insurers (as well as private ones) offer medicare and pension benefits to people who can no longer earn. In India, with the collapse of the joint family system, the traditional shelter of the elderly has disappeared. And a State faced with a financial crunch is not in a position to provide social security. So, it is advisable that the working population give serious thought to building a financial base for itself.

Which one of the following, if it were to happen, weakens the conclusion drawn in the above passage the most?

a)
The investible income of the working population, as a proportion of its total income, will grow in the future
b)
The insurance sector is underdeveloped and trends indicate that it will be extensively privatized in the future
c)
India is on a path of development that will take it to a developed country status, with all its positive and negative implications
d)
If the working population builds a stronger financial base, there will be a revival of the joint family system

Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

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The conclusion of the passage is that the working population should start planning for old age. Options a and b are not pertinent to this conclusion. Option d reduces the need for planning – as either the state or the joint family will take care of this need. But the most weakening aspect is if the government starts providing social security as in the west.

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Understanding the Conclusion
The passage emphasizes the urgent need for the working population in India to build a financial base due to inadequate social security for the elderly. The conclusion is rooted in the assumption that without a robust financial foundation, the elderly will face significant challenges in their later years.

Weakening Factors
Among the options provided, option 'C' states that India is on a path of development that will elevate it to a developed country status. This statement can weaken the conclusion for several reasons:

Implications of Development
- **Improved Social Security Systems**: As India progresses towards developed status, it is likely to adopt and implement more comprehensive social security systems similar to those in developed countries. This could alleviate the financial burden on the working population, making the immediate need for personal financial bases less urgent.
- **Economic Growth**: Development often correlates with economic growth, which can lead to increased job opportunities and better wages. This can result in a more substantial investable income for individuals, thereby reducing the pressure to build an independent financial base.
- **Cultural Shifts**: As the country develops, there may be a revival of community support systems or adaptations in family structures that could provide informal safety nets for the elderly, mitigating the negative effects of the collapsing joint family system.

Conclusion
In summary, option 'C' suggests that the potential for development in India may lead to improvements in social security and financial stability for the elderly, thereby weakening the original conclusion that emphasizes the necessity for the working population to independently secure their financial futures.

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