Understanding the core message regarding renewable energy adoption
Question
Which one of the following statements best reflects the most logical and rational message conveyed by the above passage?
Options
It is the poetry, not science or religion, which recognizes and accepts imperfections in humans.
Truth is revealed through science or religion and poetry is anathema to truth.
Poetry is romantic, imaginary and is about feeling whereas science and religion are about truth.
In a world of violence, tyranny and bigotry, poetry is a form of dynamic resistance.
Explanation
The passage contrasts the rigid, "unitarian" nature of absolute truth (which breeds tyranny and dictatorship) with poetry's commitment to the "plurality of life" and "contradictions"[cite: 2415, 2416, 2417, 2418]. The author explicitly states that poetry stands "Against the tyranny of truth... Against the arrogance of power, wealth and hierarchy" by offering "humility and defiance"[cite: 2420, 2421]. This framing positions poetry directly as a tool of active defiance against oppressive forces. Option (d) captures this concept of dynamic resistance perfectly, while the other options mischaracterize the text or introduce generic clichés about romance and feelings [cite: 2423, 2424, 2425].
Answer: (d).
Question details
Year
2024
Paper
CSAT
Question
Q71
Section
Reading Comprehension
Sub-topic
Environment / Energy passage
Type
Factual single
Difficulty
Medium
Source hint
Passage-based comprehension
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