English Language (Comprehension) (UPSC)

12. The author of the passage seems to suggest that : [2011-II]

1. (a) it is possible to adjust oneself to uncongenial surroundings.
2. (b) the conditions in Indian prisons are not bad.
3. (c) it is not difficult to spend one's time in a prison.
4. (d) there is a need to improve the conditions in our jails.

Correct Answer: (a) it is possible to adjust oneself to uncongenial surroundings.
Note:
(a) Since the central idea of the passage is loneliness and the author's struggle to adjust himself to rather difficult circumstances; option (a) is the right answer.(b) This obviously not correct.(c) This is true but it is not the central idea.(d) This is also true but that is not just what the author wants to suggest.