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CGPSC 2012 · Question 1 of 66

Q1. The author advises people to avoid contempt. Contempt is an unhealthy tendency because it

Comprehension

  1. AFosters good relationships
  2. BIs a desirable quality of a successful leader
  3. CIs an enemy of prejudice
  4. DSignifies your pleasure in the misfortunes of others
  5. EShows your intolerance for the prosperity of othersCorrect

Answer: E. Shows your intolerance for the prosperity of others

Explanation

Contempt means looking down on others; the author treats it as unhealthy because it reflects intolerance of the prosperity of others.

Source: CGPSC Prelims 2012 GS Paper-II (held 9-6-2013), solved paper

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