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The quiz of the day (Based on the article)
Give it a try as you read the article. The quiz will be solved at the end of the evening lecture.
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Q 1-4. (Cloze Test) Fill in the blanks using the suitable forms the given words
[allay, temper with, hubris, credulous, incongruent, incredible]

The manager’s ___ (1) ___ led him to manipulating project data, believing he could easily ameliorate any fallout. However, his ___ (2) ___explanations failed to convince even the most ___ (3) ___stakeholders, exposing his deceit and poor judgment.

Q 4. (Comprehension) The author suggests that the ECI's argument for restricting access to CCTV footage is weak because:
a) Candidates are already allowed access to the same records.
b) Security and privacy concerns are invalid in a democratic setup.
c) Public inspection of documents is essential for voter confidence.
d) The amended rules violate a prior High Court ruling.

Q 5. (Tone of the article) Which of the following best captures the tone of the author towards the Election Commission’s approach to transparency?
a) Optimistic
b) Skeptical
c) Neutral
d) Appreciative

Q 7. (One-word) Alma mater?
Q 8. (Antonym) Underhanded – Arrogant/Honest/Humble/Dishonest

Grammar
Q 9-10. Despite numerous challenges, the entrepreneur raised above adversity and built successful businesses on own terms.




Hey everyone,

Let's resume our classes with the first editorial of the day - Hide and Seek.

The article critically analyses the Election Commission of India's attempts to restrict transparency in its conduct of elections, damaging its own reputation.

A very easy-to-read-and-understand article; be ready with a reading in advance.

The class at our usual schedule (6:30 pm)


Aj thoda kaam jyada office me and tired from travel.
We shall cover this article on Friday this week.

Classes should continue from tomorrow on our usual schedule.




Hey everyone,

The second editorial of the day - Canary in the Canopy.

Very interesting article concerning environment protection and economic growth.

Be ready with a reading in advance.

The class at our usual schedule (6:30pm)






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The quiz of the day (Based on the article)
Give it a try as you read the article. The quiz will be solved at the end of the evening lecture.
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Q 1-4. (Cloze Test) Fill in the blanks using the suitable forms the given words
[circumvent, travails, repatriate, diaspora, remittance, deceive, persistent]

The ___ (1) ___ of the Indian ___ (2) ___ often stem from exploitative systems that coerce them into harsh working conditions abroad. Despite government efforts, recruitment agents frequently ___ (3) ___ regulations, leaving authorities with no choice but to ___ (4) ___ affected workers.

Q 5. (Comprehension) What does the article suggest as a long-term solution to the exploitation of Indian workers abroad?
a) Stricter enforcement of international labor laws.
b) Enhancing monitoring of recruitment agents and networks.
c) Encouraging equitable economic growth within India.
d) Increasing diplomatic engagement with Gulf nations.

Q 6. (Inference-based) According to the article, what is the irony in the plight of Indian workers abroad?
a) They contribute significantly to India’s economy but face exploitation.
b) They are celebrated in public forums but ignored in policy reforms.
c) They are highly skilled yet forced into menial labor abroad.
d) They work under harsh conditions but are paid well.

Q 7. (One-word) The group of people living abroad and having common nationality?
Q 8. (Phrasal Verb) Steer clear of?

Grammar
Q 9-10. The living conditions of the Indian workers employed at overseas are often harsher in comparison to their counterparts in domestic industries, highlighting the challenges of labor migration.


Editorial_23 Dec 2024_Unmarked.pdf
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Hey everyone,

Good morning!

The second editorial of the for today's class - Away from Home.

The article is sad commentary on the plight of migrant Indian workers in the Gulf.

Be ready with a reading in advance.

The class at our usual schedule (6:30pm)






Join karen for the late night class 😍




The class around 8:30pm


The quiz of the day (Based on the article)
Give it a try as you read the article. The quiz will be solved at the end of the evening lecture.
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Q 1. (Comprehension) What is the primary purpose of the article?
a) To highlight the legal inadequacies in punishing sexual crimes in France.
b) To praise the survivor’s courage in confronting societal stigma around sexual assault.
c) To advocate for stronger laws and societal change regarding sexual crimes.
d) To narrate the details of a high-profile court trial in France.

Q 2. (Inference-based) The survivor’s statement, “it is not us who should feel shame, but them,” serves to:
a) Assert her personal victory over her abuser.
b) Highlight the guilt and responsibility of the perpetrators.
c) Encourage other survivors to come forward without fear.
d) Criticize the societal structures that enable such crimes.

Q 3. (Inference-based) Why is the survivor’s decision to waive anonymity significant in the context of the article?
a) It increased media coverage and public outrage over the case.
b) It exposed the identities of the perpetrators involved in the crime.
c) It set a powerful precedent for other survivors to come forward without shame.
d) It facilitated a quicker and more transparent legal process.

Q 4. (One-word) Advance immunity from punishment for an offense – Orchestrate/Unravel/Impunity
Q 5. (Phrasal Verb) Weed out?
Q 6. (idiom) To strike a note?
Q 7. (idiom) A storm in a tea cup?
Q 8. (Meaning) Ordeal – Perception/Experience/Intervention/Transpire

Grammar
Q 9-10. The responsibility for addressing environmental damage has laid with policymakers for years, but new legislations are finally being introduced to tackle the issue.


Editorial_21 Dec 2024_Unmarked.pdf
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The second Editorial of the day.

The article is a commentary on sexual assault culture on women the world over.

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