According to the passage, how was the successful effort of social coordination achieved in the country?

DSSSB October 2024

Sociology

Easy

Appeared in: DSSSB October 2024

Explanation

This question tests the ability to identify the specific method or cause described in a text for a particular outcome.
The correct answer, 'Through literature and other arts,' identifies the explicit tools used to achieve social coordination, as opposed to philosophical concepts or the social structure itself.
This option is the most precise and complete choice, as it encompasses both literature and other forms of artistic expression which are powerful means of social influence (SRC_19092).

Option B: This refers to the three philosophical paths in Hinduism (Gyan, Bhakti, Karma). These are principles for individual life and spiritual growth, not tools for societal-level coordination.
Option C: This option is too narrow. By selecting 'Indian literature' alone, it excludes 'other arts,' which the correct option implies were also part of the effort. In reading comprehension, a partially correct answer is considered incorrect if a more complete option exists.
Option D: This describes the traditional social structure (Varna/caste) and stages of life (Ashrama). It is the framework of society, not a tool or method used to create harmony within it.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Reading Comprehension as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
This type of question assesses critical reading and analytical skills, which are essential for all professionals, including nurses, who must accurately interpret complex information from various sources like patient records, research articles, and clinical guidelines.
The ability to differentiate between a complete answer and a partially correct one is a crucial skill in standardized tests and in clinical decision-making, where a small detail can significantly change the context.
What if? If the passage had stated, 'Thinkers used their knowledge to create literature that promoted social harmony,' then an option combining 'knowledge' and 'literature' might be stronger. This highlights the importance of identifying the most direct cause-and-effect relationship described in the text.

How to Approach the Question

First, identify the core question: 'How' was social coordination achieved?
Next, analyze the options to see the different categories of answers provided: a method (A, C), a philosophy (B), and a social structure (D).
Even without the passage, you can infer the relationships. 'Literature and other arts' is a broader, more inclusive category than 'Indian literature' alone.
Recognize that 'knowledge, devotion, and action' and the 'Varna system' are distinct concepts from the act of using creative works for social influence.
Based on this analysis, select the option that describes a direct method or tool for influencing society, and which is the most comprehensive among the choices.
The best strategy is to eliminate options that are too narrow, too broad, or refer to a different category of concept than what the question asks for (a method).

Concept Tested & Keywords

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E6 Applied Sociology for Nurses TK Indrani p. 216-218