Question

Read the passage given below carefully and answer the question that follows: In a world where aspirations for upward mobility are fervent, the opportunities for achieving such dreams remain limited. When one generation falls short, the mantle of ambition passes to the next, embedding within it a heavy burden of responsibility. Failing to meet these expectations can lead to profound sorrow, and the direst cases, even to suicide. It is in this landscape that coaching institutes assume a significant role, cultivating an atmosphere of uncertainty among students and parents. A stark discrepancy emerges between preparation for board examinations and competitive tests, amplifying the inequalities that plague the education system. The coaching industry's massive marketing campaigns further exacerbate the situation, with some strategies veering into ethically grey areas. The tests themselves, designed to be more challenging than standardised exams, set the stage for feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt when not conquered. Our educational system is tailored to gauge an individual's merit through examinations. Eminent thinker Michael Sandel dubs this system the ``tyranny of merit'', a sentiment echoed by the Supreme Court of India, when the Court called for a deeper evaluation of the idea of merit, highlighting its nuanced nature. Merit as a concept remains shrouded in misunderstanding and often goes unexamined within school curriculum. Adapting to new living arrangements, sourcing nourishing meals, battling isolation, and grappling with commutes form the backdrop against which education unfolds. For marginalised communities and gender minorities, these hurdles are often amplified. Social media algorithms exacerbate mental health concerns, sowing loneliness and impeding attention spans and creativity. Technology emerges as a potential equaliser in this landscape. Online platforms now offer preparation opportunities from the comfort of one's home. Government-curated or market-driven content could usher in a new era of accessibility. Question: Which of the following is correct regarding the inequalities mentioned by the author?

• A. They hamper the natural mental growth of the students.
• B. It cannot be accessed by majority of the people due to technological impediments.
• C. It provides equal opportunity to all the students irrespective of caste or creed.
• D. It should be the only means to education.
• E. It encourages the students to prepare for the examination

Hint:

Pay attention to the author's tone regarding accessibility and equality in online education.

Answer 1

Answer: (E)