In the following passage, some of the words have been left out. Read the passage carefully and select the correct answer for the given blank out of the four alternatives.
The BJP government appears to be more _______ in claiming credit for electrification of all villages than the accomplishment of electrification itself or sharing the credit with the governments it has succeeded. The _______ that electrification in itself will transform the lives of the multitudes is rather misplaced given the persistence of widespread _______. As of now, a village qualifies to be _______ as an electrified one if 10% of its households have an electricity connection. This definition should change to include all households. A fact is also that households that are yet to be electrified are often too poor to afford the expenses. Free/subsidised power to the poor is needed to bring some cheer in their lives and secure a _______ of equitable distribution. Finally, uninterrupted supply must be ensured. For adequate supply, we can turn to renewable sources of energy — the sun and wind.
Correct option - 2
Let's find out the meaning of the following words:-
callous - showing or having an insensitive and cruel disregard for others.
perplexed - completely baffled; very puzzled.
flummoxed - bewildered or perplexed; puzzled.
caring - displaying kindness and concern for others.
The given passage is based on the BJP government is trying to claim that electrification of states by providing 10% of electricity to each village than actually providing electricity to each household. Then, the passage focuses on what steps should be taken in order to achieve this target. Hence, clearly, the BJP government is not puzzled or showing cruelty in the passage. Hence, options 1, 3, 4 and 5 are eliminated. Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.