Based on the above passage, the following assumptions have been made : 1. As a large number of workers in our country are employed in unorganized sector, India does not need to change its present conventional classroom system of education. 2. Even with its present conventional classroom system of education, India produces sufficient number of skilled workers to fully realize the benefits of demographic dividend. Which of the assumptions given above is/are valid?

1. A. 1 only
2. B. 2 only
3. C. Both 1 and 2
4. D. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: D

Explanation

The passage critically analyzes the conventional classroom system, stating it prioritizes fixed duration over learning effectiveness, leading to poor outcomes like only 10% graduate employability. The author’s critique implies a strong need for educational reform to improve employability and harness the demographic dividend. Assumption 1 is incorrect because the passage’s criticism suggests a need for change, not complacency due to the unorganized sector. Assumption 2 is also incorrect as the passage explicitly highlights the low employability rate, directly contradicting the idea of producing sufficient skilled workers. Therefore, both assumptions are invalid as they misrepresent the author’s stance and the facts presented in the passage. This question assesses critical reading and the ability to identify unsupported assumptions.