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In the end of the passage it is stated that the author is discussing control over sense organs. The closest option that we have is option (c).

We can reject option (a) on the basis of the fact that attainment of a perfect character is impossible. The passage itself says that we can achieve this. The passage is not on the theme of life process and this topic does not even find a mention in the passage so the answer cannot be option (c). The author is not confused regarding the topic, so option (d) is also eliminated. So, the only option we’re left with is option (b).

Metaphor is a figure of speech in which a term or phrase is applied to something to which it is not literally applicable in order to suggest a resemblance. When the man is compared to the tortoise, the comparison is made to illustrate the will power of the tortoise and how a person with the help of his inner forces is able to bear anything.

The tortoise and its shell are used to illustrate a man and his character, so breaking the shell would equate to destroying man’s character.

As a consequence of good thoughts and good impressions, we can control are Indriyas or sense organs. The answer can be derived from the last line of the passage.