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Reading comprehension passages with inferential questions.

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Q1 · Comprehension · EASY
Read the passage and answer the question: "Public administration in a democratic setup must balance efficiency with accountability. While bureaucratic processes ensure rule-based governance, excessive procedural rigidity can hamper timely service delivery. Modern reforms emphasize citizen-centric approaches, leveraging technology to enhance transparency and reduce discretionary powers that breed corruption." What is the main concern highlighted in the passage?
Q2 · Comprehension · MEDIUM
Read the passage carefully: 'Public administration requires not only technical competence but also moral integrity. Officials must balance efficiency with empathy, ensuring that policies serve the welfare of all citizens, especially the marginalized. Transparency and accountability are the cornerstones of trust in governance.' Which of the following best captures the central theme of this passage?
Q3 · Comprehension · MEDIUM
Read the passage and answer the question: "Decentralized governance through Panchayati Raj institutions is essential for grassroots democracy. However, lack of financial autonomy, inadequate devolution of powers, and limited capacity building often hamper their effective functioning. Strengthening these institutions requires not just constitutional amendments but genuine political will." Which of the following best captures the central theme of the passage?
Q4 · Comprehension · MEDIUM
Read the passage: 'Decentralization of power to local bodies is essential for grassroots democracy. The 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments empowered Panchayati Raj Institutions and Urban Local Bodies. However, effective devolution requires not just constitutional provisions but also adequate financial resources and capacity building.' Which of the following is the most logical inference from the passage?