Q51. 51.

Which one of the following statements best reflects the critical message conveyed by the author of the passage?

The passage begins by stating, "There has been no democracy that has grown economically without corporate capitalism." It then lists several benefits: "modernizing the economy," "enabling the transition from rural to urban, and agriculture to industry and services," "generates jobs," and "leads to additional revenues for the State — which in turn, can be used for greater welfare for the marginalized." These points collectively highlight the crucial role of corporate capitalism in fostering economic growth and, by extension, supporting the welfare goals often associated with a democratic state. Option (b) is incorrect as the passage focuses on economic benefits, not political objectives.

Option (c) is an overstatement, as the passage limits its claim to *democracies* and *economic growth*, not all states' economic survival. Option (d) suggests mutual dependence, but the passage only describes how democracies benefit from corporate capitalism, not the reverse.

Therefore, the most accurate reflection of the critical message is the importance of corporate capitalism for both economic growth and the broader welfare objectives of a state, particularly a democracy. This question assesses the ability to identify the main argument and scope of the passage.