1B. What is the most likely reason that upper-caste Indians resent a quota system?
A. The belief that it creates a system based on reverse discrimination
B. The fear that it will result in more intermarriage
C. Upper caste Hindus believe foreign ideas threaten traditional religious beliefs
D. There is not enough fresh water for everyone in living in villages
Answer:A
1B. What is the most likely reason that upper-caste Indians resent a quota system?
A. The belief that it creates a system based on reverse discrimination B. The fear that it will result in more intermarriage C. Upper caste Hindus believe foreign ideas threaten traditional religious beliefs D. There is not enough fresh water for everyone in living in villages
Explanation: This is reaffirmed by the statement from the passage, “For example, there is a quota system for untouchables to ensure their inclusion in government positions and their admission to universities. The reality, however, is that in the villages untouchables must still live separately from others. They do not feel free to use wells and other water sources that are used by higher caste persons, and they feel threatened by violence should they attempt to go beyond their traditional limits.”