A set of 4 sentences (A, B, C and D in the same order) have been given in the above question followed by five option choices. From the option choice provided look for the option choice that acts as the fifth sentence (conclusion) for the statements mentioned. A. A couple of weeks ago, senior staff members of the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Department threatened to go on long leave, claiming they were fed up with ‘action’ taken against their colleagues. B. They objected to the ‘bullying’ and ‘arm-twisting’ they were being subjected to, and claimed they were ‘being made to give confessions implicating co-workers’. C. The department’s workforce, comprising around 1,000 persons, including 11 regional joint commissioners, 28 assistant commissioners and 300-odd executive officers. D. All of them have been shaken to the core by the arrest of senior colleagues on what they claim are ‘impossible allegations’ of misappropriation of gold collected for the making of utsava murthis (icons used in processions) and collusion with idol thieves.
The HR&CE Department is demanding a fair probe into cases of missing idols.
Analyze HR&CE Department Staff Grievances
The provided text outlines a situation involving the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Department staff. Sentences A, B, and D describe significant unrest within the department. Staff members threatened to take long leave due to actions taken against their colleagues.
- Staff Complaints: They expressed frustration over alleged 'bullying' and 'arm-twisting' tactics, stating they were being forced to give statements that implicated co-workers (Sentence B).
- Reason for Distress: The core issue stems from the arrest of senior colleagues on what the staff deem 'impossible allegations'. These allegations involve misappropriation of gold meant for utsava murthis (processional icons) and collusion with idol thieves (Sentence D).
- Context: Sentence C provides background information on the department's workforce size.
Evaluate Option Choices for Conclusion
We need to find the sentence that best serves as a conclusion to the situation described by the staff's grievances and the reasons behind them. Let's examine each option:
- Option 1: "Many are of the view that the Idol Wing is overstepping its brief." This statement relates to the actions of the Idol Wing, which is implied to be involved in the investigations causing the staff's distress. While relevant, it focuses on an opinion about the Idol Wing rather than a direct conclusion drawn from the HR&CE staff's experience.
- Option 2: "The HR&CE Department is demanding a fair probe into cases of missing idols." This option directly addresses the core issue. The staff's complaints about 'impossible allegations' and unfair treatment during investigations (related to misappropriation and idol theft) naturally lead to a demand for fairness, specifically a 'fair probe'. This aligns well with the sentiment expressed.
- Option 3: "The hunt for missing idols and figurines... has... turned into a bitter clash between two arms of the government – the Idol Wing... and the HR&CE Department." This option provides broader context about a conflict between government departments. While the situation described in sentences A, B, and D is part of this conflict, this sentence itself is more of a contextual statement than a conclusion drawn from the specific staff grievances.
- Option 4: "All that we want is a proper probe into the thefts of ancient idols. Issues pertaining to the making of recent idols would be looked into..." This is presented as a quote. While it expresses a desire for a proper probe, it's a specific statement attributed to an individual ('R. Jaya') and might not serve as the overarching conclusion for the collective sentiment of the HR&CE staff described.
- Option 5: "The Srirangam utsava idol actually requires four people to carry it." This is a factual detail about an idol's weight or size. It has no logical connection to the staff's grievances or the departmental actions and therefore cannot be a conclusion.
Conclusion on HR&CE Department's Stance
Considering the distress and allegations of unfair treatment faced by the HR&CE Department staff due to investigations into misappropriation and idol theft, the most logical concluding statement is that the department would demand a fair process. Option 2, stating that the HR&CE Department is demanding a fair probe into cases of missing idols, directly reflects the outcome of such grievances. The staff's complaints about 'impossible allegations' and 'bullying' naturally lead to a demand for a proper, fair investigation into the matters at hand.
Important Questions from Para Completion
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C. The request is being sent through the Home and External Affairs Ministries.
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Select the most appropriate answer for blank number 3
