Question

Comprehension: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. We should remember that all religions (1)________ good conduct in life, the foundation of which should rest on (2)_________. Without the basis of morality, philosophy would remain mere polemics, and religion would be (3)_________ and vain. Nobody can say that he is religious unless he is (4)_________ and unselfish. It is realised that by constant endeavour through thought, word and deed, one could (5)_________ absolute peace of mind. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.

• A. abandon
• B. preach
• C. refrain
• D. depar

Answer 1

Answer:

B. preach

The sentence discusses what religions do regarding "good conduct in life." We need a verb that describes the act of teaching or advocating for a moral path. Preach (Correct): To preach means to earnestly advocate a belief or a type of behavior. Religions traditionally "preach" or teach their followers how to live a moral and ethical life. Abandon: This means to give up or leave behind. It would make no sense to say religions "give up" good conduct. Refrain: This means to stop oneself from doing something. Religions do not stop people from good conduct; they encourage it. Depart: This means to leave or deviate from. It is grammatically and logically incorrect in this context. Completed Phrase: "We should remember that all religions preach good conduct in life..."