Passage

When a child reaches adolescence, there is apt to be a conflict between the parents and the child, since the latter considers himself to be by now quite capable of managing his own affairs, while the former are filled with parental solicitude, which is often a disguise for love of power. Parents consider, usually, that the various moral problems which arise in adolescence are peculiarly their province. The options they express, however, are so dogmatic that the young seldom confide in them, and usually go their own way in secret.

QUESTION

CSAT

Easy

Comprehension

Prelims 2024

Which one of the following statements best reflects the central idea of the above passage?

Select an option to attempt

Explanation

Option A is correct: The passage suggests that as children reach adolescence, the dominant and assertive attitudes of parents may not be helpful, and that adolescents often prefer to manage their affairs independently.

Option B is incorrect: The passage does not imply that parental involvement is entirely unnecessary, only that it can be problematic if it becomes too assertive or controlling.

Option C is incorrect: The passage does not discuss family structures like nuclear families or suggest any inability to bring up children properly.

Option D is incorrect: There is no mention of adolescents being stubborn, disobedient, or careless; rather, it highlights the conflict that arises due to parental attitudes.