Q13. Which one of the following statements best reflects the most logical and rational message conveyed by the author of the passage?
Detailed Solution
The passage argues that the "notion of tradition as a single, linear entity is being strongly contested today" and that promoting handlooms *only* as a "traditional industry" leads to "large sections of our population choose to ignore it." This implies that the current, narrow cultural framing is limiting the industry's appeal. The author's message is to broaden this narrative to make handlooms more relevant and widely accepted.
Option (b) contradicts the author's critique of the prevailing narrative. Options (c) and (d) introduce specific solutions (modernization, machine-made products) that are not the central message, which is about changing perception and narrative.
This question assesses the ability to identify the author's critical stance and the underlying message, which is crucial for understanding complex arguments in UPSC CSAT.
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