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Direction: In each question below is given a statement followed by two assumption numbered I and II. An assumption is something supposed or taken for granted. You have to consider the statement and the following assumption and decide which of the assumption is implicit in the statement. Give answer

  1. Statement:
    "From the dawn of civilisation, India's tradition of respect for cultural diversity and spiritual values has been the bedrock for its intercultural dialogue and interaction with civilisations, countries and nations."- Ministry of HRD
    Assumptions:
    I. Other countries have no respect for cultural diversity and spiritual values.
    II. The concept of a "Dialogue Among Civilisations" has assumed greater importance with the emergence of the global scenario.
    1. if only assumption I is implicit.
    2. if only assumption II is implicit.
    3. if either I or II is implicit.
    4. if neither I nor II is implicit.
    5. if both I and II are implicit.
Correct Option: B

Nothing has been mentioned about other countries. Hence, I is not implicit. But assumption II is implicit. That is why the ministry focuses on intercultural dialogue and interaction with civilisations, countries and nations.



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