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.
Upgrading the higher education sector especially in terms of patents filed and cutting-edge research output is (1)______ in improving India’s global ranking. Our sustainable (2)______ development depends on human resources. A quality higher education base is essential to reap the full benefits of our demographic dividend. In higher education, the strategies of the 12th plan (3)______ on technical education, distance learning, quality research, infrastructure, faculty, and curriculum content. (4)______ efforts of the government departments and the private sector are needed to (5)______ the plan’s educational goals.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.
Option 1: unrequired
Option 2: deserving
Option 3: fulfilling
Option 4: essential
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Correct Answer: essential
Solution : The correct answer is the fourth option.
Explanation: The word essential, which means crucial or extremely important, fits best in the context, suggesting that upgrading the higher education sector is crucial or necessary for improving India's global ranking.
The meanings of the other options are as follows:
- Unrequired means not needed.
- Deserving means worthy or meriting.
- Fulfilling means satisfying or meeting requirements.
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