Question

Pick out the antonym of ‘impregnable’ as used in the passage

• A. Vulnerable
• B. Courageous
• C. Senile
• D. Strong
• E. Safe
• A. That the author visited Morocco and the Grand Mosque of Marakesh
• B. That Kapurthala, an erstwhile royal province, has the Grand Mosque of Marakesh
• C. That the Grand Mosque of Marakesh is a replica of the Moorish Mosque that stands in Kapurthala
• D. That an exact copy of the Grand Mosque of Marakesh stands in Punjab
• J. That Punjab is much more than bhangra and tandoori chicken
• A. Reproach
• B. Denigration
• C. Refutation
• D. Approval
• O. Tiff
• A. Jassa Singh Ahluwalia got it constructed on the lines of Elysee Palace
• B. The French architect, Manteaux, built it as a replica of the Acropolis
• C. Ibn Tumart, a Berber tribe member of the Atlas Mountains, constructed it as a close reproduction of the Palace of Versailles
• D. Maharaja Ranjit Singh added a special charm to Kapurthala by building the Mosque as a fine representation of Indo-islamic culture
• T. Maharaja Jagatjit Singh’s admiration for the architectural wonders made him bring blueprints of some of the finest in the world to adorn the State with
• A. Its rich cultural diversity
• B. Its architectural marvels
• C. Its agrarian wealth
• D. Its traditional bhangra dance
• Y. Its typical dish tandoori chicken

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

The given question asks us to identify the antonym of the word "impregnable" as used in the provided passage. Let's analyze the context and meaning of the term:

Step 1: Understanding the Context and Meaning

In the passage, "impregnable" is used in the context of describing the Sikh Empire established by Maharaja Ranjit Singh. The term "impregnable" generally means something that is strong and cannot be easily overcome, captured, or defeated. It conveys a sense of being unassailable or invulnerable.

Step 2: Identifying the Antonym

To find the antonym, we need a word that conveys the opposite meaning - something that is weak or easily overcome. Let's evaluate the options provided:

• Vulnerable: This word means exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed. It is the opposite of impregnable, which means strong and secure.
• Courageous: This word means showing bravery or fearlessness. It does not fit the opposite of "impregnable."
• Senile: This refers to the weaknesses or diseases of old age. It is unrelated to the context of strength or security.
• Strong: This is a synonym of impregnable, so it cannot be the antonym.
• Safe: While it suggests protection, which is somewhat related to "impregnable," it does not capture the opposite meaning as well as "vulnerable" does.

Conclusion

Based on the analysis, the correct antonym of "impregnable" as used in the passage is "Vulnerable." It directly contrasts the secure and unbeatable nature of "impregnable" by indicating a state of exposure to harm or attack.

Answer 2

The question is based on a comprehension passage about the architectural and cultural heritage of Kapurthala, Punjab, particularly focusing on the Moorish Mosque, a replica of Morocco's Grand Mosque of Marakesh. To address the question, we must determine what surprised the author's friends according to the passage. 

Step-by-step Analysis:

1. The passage starts with a dialogue between the author and his friend about an image of a mosque, which his friend mistakenly believes to be in Morocco.
2. The author clarifies that the mosque is actually located in Kapurthala, Punjab.
3. The mosque discussed is a replica of the Grand Mosque of Marakesh, which surprises the author's friend and others due to its unexpected presence in Punjab.
4. The comprehension states that the surprise of the author's friends springs from the fact that such a historically significant and architecturally grand mosque exists in Punjab, a region stereotypically known for its agrarian identity and cultural symbols like bhangra and tandoori chicken.

Correct Answer Justification:

The correct answer is: "That an exact copy of the Grand Mosque of Marakesh stands in Punjab."

• This answer directly aligns with the passage, which describes how the host of the author's friends are surprised to learn about the existence of a replica of the Grand Mosque of Marakesh in Kapurthala, Punjab.
• Other options are incorrect because they do not encapsulate the central idea of the friends' surprise, as discussed in the passage.
• The surprise is not merely about the existence of the Moorish Mosque in Kapurthala but specifically about a replica of the Grand Mosque of Marakesh being present in Punjab.

Answer 3

The question asks us to identify the nature of a passage opening from the given options. The context and argument within the passage will guide us to the correct answer. Let's analyze the passage:

1. The passage begins with a conversation between the narrator and a friend, concerning the identity of a location shown in an image.
2. The narrator initially refutes the friend's claim that the image is of Morocco, stating instead that it is Punjab.
3. The passage then continues with their back-and-forth disagreement over the origin of the mosque depicted.
4. The key word that helps us identify the nature of the passage opening is “rebuttal session”; this indicates a process of refuting or disprove a claim.
5. Consequently, the opening of this passage primarily involves a refutation, as the narrator is challenging and proving incorrect the assertions by his friend regarding the mosque's location.

Given this analysis, the correct answer is Refutation, as the passage opens with a back-and-forth exchange where the narrator refutes the friend's assertion regarding the image's depiction.

Justification of Other Options:

• Reproach: This option means an expression of disapproval or disappointment, which is not the case in this context, as the conversation is more about correcting misconceptions rather than disapproving any behavior.
• Denigration: This refers to unfair criticism of someone, which is not evident in this exchange; instead, it is more of a factual correction.
• Approval: This option implies agreement or acceptance, which is contrary to the refutation demonstrated in the passage.
• Tiff: Although there is a slight argument, a 'tiff' usually represents a minor quarrel which doesn't capture the purposeful rebuttal intended here.

Answer 4

The question pertains to the historical context and reasoning behind the construction of the Moorish Mosque in Kapurthala. Let's break down the given options and the provided comprehension to reach the correct answer. 

1. Comprehension Analysis: The provided passage reveals that the Moorish Mosque in Kapurthala is a replica of the Koutoubia Mosque of Marrakesh, Morocco. This construction was driven by Maharaja Jagatjit Singh's extensive travels, during which he admired global architectural wonders and decided to bring blueprints of these masterpieces to Kapurthala.
2. Evaluating the Options:
   • The first option states, "Jassa Singh Ahluwalia got it constructed on the lines of Elysee Palace." This is incorrect as the passage credits the founding of Kapurthala's architectural legacy to Maharaja Jagatjit Singh, not Jassa Singh Ahluwalia.
   • The second option mentions, "The French architect, Manteaux, built it as a replica of the Acropolis." According to the passage, the Mosque was constructed by the French architect Manteaux, but it was a replica of the Koutoubia Mosque, not the Acropolis.
   • The third option suggests, "Ibn Tumart constructed it as a close reproduction of the Palace of Versailles." This is factually incorrect, as Ibn Tumart is historically unrelated to the construction of the mosque in Kapurthala, and neither is the Palace of Versailles involved in this context.
   • The fourth option states, "Maharaja Ranjit Singh added a special charm to Kapurthala by building the Mosque." However, it was Maharaja Jagatjit Singh, not Ranjit Singh, who introduced these architectural wonders to Kapurthala.
   • The fifth option correctly states, "Maharaja Jagatjit Singh’s admiration for the architectural wonders made him bring blueprints of some of the finest in the world to adorn the State with." This aligns with the passage, confirming the correct answer.
3. Conclusion: Based on the comprehension and the analysis of the options, the correct answer is that Maharaja Jagatjit Singh's admiration for global architectural wonders led him to replicate these designs in Kapurthala, particularly with the creation of the Moorish Mosque.

Answer 5

The question is asking what Punjab is shy of boasting about, according to the author. To find the correct answer, we must examine the comprehension passage provided.

The relevant part of the passage states: "The feisty agrarian land of Punjab has always been shy in boasting about its built heritage, instead letting its overenthusiastic bhangra and scrumptious tandoori chicken do most of the talking."

From this sentence, it is clear that Punjab does not boast about its built heritage, which relates to architectural marvels.

Now, let's analyze the options:

1. Its rich cultural diversity: The passage does not specifically mention that Punjab is shy in boasting about its cultural diversity.
2. Its architectural marvels: The passage explicitly states that Punjab is shy in boasting about its built heritage, which includes architectural marvels.
3. Its agrarian wealth: The term "feisty agrarian land" highlights that Punjab is known for its agrarian wealth, but the passage does not say it is shy about this.
4. Its traditional bhangra dance: The author mentions that bhangra is something Punjab emphasizes, not something it is shy about.
5. Its typical dish tandoori chicken: Similar to bhangra, tandoori chicken is also highlighted as something Punjab boasts about.

Thus, the correct answer is option 2, "Its architectural marvels," because Punjab is shy in boasting about its built heritage, as stated in the passage.