- A. We are likely to spend more money on cure than prevention.
- B. It is the job of the government to solve our environmental and public health problems.
- C. Health can be protected even if environmental problems go on unattended.
- D. Loss of traditional lifestyle and the influence of western values led to some unhealthy way of living.
Answer: A
Explanation
The passage highlights a ‘collective lethargy towards making choices’ that could improve health, despite individual choices having a significant impact. This resistance to adopting ‘substantial changes in lifestyle’ for health, even when such changes are crucial, implies a societal tendency to avoid proactive, preventive measures. This often results in a reactive approach, where problems are addressed after they manifest, leading to greater expenditure on ‘cure’ rather than ‘prevention.’ The author’s tone suggests this is a ‘peculiar’ and ‘lethargic’ response, making the inference about prioritizing cure over prevention a rational assumption about societal behavior. Options B and D are outside the scope of the passage. Option C is problematic because the passage explicitly states ‘Environmental problems cause health problems,’ implying a direct link that cannot be entirely ignored for health protection.