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The interests of working and poor people have historically been neglected in the planning of our cities. Our cities are increasingly intolerant, unsafe and unlivable places for large numbers of citizens and yet we continue to plan via the old ways — the static Development Plan — that draws exclusively from technical expertise, distanced from people’s live experiences and needs, and actively excluding large number of people, places, activities and practices that are an integral part of the city.
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CSATEasyPrelims 2019Comprehension
The passage seems to argue
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What is the main idea that we can infer from the passage?
- Untouchability in India has not been taken seriously by political theorists.
- Historical injustice is inevitable in any society and is always beyond repair.
- Social discrimination and deprivation have their roots in bad economies.
- It is difficult, if not impossible, to repair every manifestation of historical injustice.
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On the basis of the above passage, the following assumptions have been made:
- The issue of the effects of natural calamities on agriculture is not given due consideration by GM technology companies.
- In the long run, GM technology will not be able to solve agricultural problems arising due to global warming.
Which of the above assumptions is/are valid?
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Which one of the following is the most logical and rational corollary to the above passage?
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On the basis of the above passage, the following assumptions have been made:
In today’s global economy,
- regulations are not effectively used to protect local markets.
- Social and environmental concerns are generally ignored by the governments across the world while implementing the regulations.
Which of the above assumptions is/are valid?
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Which of the following is most definitively implied by the above passage?
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What is the most logical and rational corollary to the above passage?
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