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[#581] The Gupta rulers patronised all cultural activities and thus the Gupta era came to be known as the 'the Golden Era' of Indian history.
Correct Answer

(C) opposed

Explanation

Solution: Patronised : treat in a way that is apparently kind or helpful but that betrays a feeling of superiority. Criticised : indicate the faults of (someone or something) in a disapproving way. Rejected : dismiss as inadequate, unacceptable, or faulty. Opposed : anxious to prevent or put an end to
disagreeing with. Spurned : reject with disdain or contempt. Antonym of Patronised is Opposed

[#582] The idea of uniting the two Germanys was seductive .
Correct Answer

(B) depressive

Explanation

Solution: Seductive : tempting and attractive
enticing. Foolish : lacking good sense or judgement
unwise. Depressive : causing feelings of severe despondency and dejection. Unacceptable : not satisfactory or allowable. Repulsive : arousing intense distaste or disgust. Antonym of Seductive is Depressive

[#583] Tolerance is the essence of religion.
Correct Answer

(C) bigotry

Explanation

Solution: Tolerance : the ability or willingness to tolerate the existence of opinions or behaviour that one dislikes or disagrees with. Impatience : the tendency to be impatient
irritability or restlessness. Cruelty : cruel behaviour or attitudes. Bigotry : intolerance towards those who hold different opinions from oneself. Indifference : lack of interest, concern, or sympathy. Antonym of Tolerance is Bigotry

[#584] Vanity never plays in the long run.
Correct Answer

(D) humility

Explanation

Solution: Vanity : excessive pride in or admiration of one's own appearance or achievements. Profanity : a swear word
an oath. Conceit : excessive pride in oneself. Pretence : an attempt to make something that is not the case appear true. Humility : the quality of having a modest or low view of one's importance. Antonym of Vanity is Humility

[#585] A friendly dog met us at the farmgate.
Correct Answer

(A) hostile

Explanation

Solution: Friendly : kind and pleasant. Hostile : showing or feeling opposition or dislike
unfriendly. Quiet : making little or no noise. Understanding : the ability to understand something
comprehension. Helpful : giving or ready to give help. Antonym of Friendly is Hostile