Question

What does the use of the term “active internet users” convey?

• A. Active people who use internet
• B. Active people who use active internet
• C. People who use active internet
• D. People who use internet actively
• A. 2017 to 2020
• B. 2023 to 2025
• C. 2020 to 2023
• D. 2019 to 2022

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

The correct option is:
(D) People who use internet actively

Explanation:

• The term
  "active internet users"
  refers to individuals who regularly or frequently use the internet, rather than those who use it occasionally or rarely.
• The word
  "active"
  here is an adjective modifying
  "users"
  - it describes the frequency and engagement level of the users with the internet.
• It indicates users who are currently engaged with, participating in, or regularly accessing internet services and platforms.
• This term is commonly used in reports and statistics to distinguish between total potential users and those who actually use the internet on a consistent basis.

Analysis of each option:

• 
  (A) Active people who use internet
  $\rightarrow$ Incorrect. This interprets "active" as describing the people themselves (physically active), which is not the intended meaning.
• 
  (B) Active people who use active internet
  $\rightarrow$ Incorrect. This is confusing and misinterprets both "active" as describing people and "active internet" as a type of internet connection.
• 
  (C) People who use active internet
  $\rightarrow$ Incorrect. This suggests there is a type of internet called "active internet," which is not accurate.
• 
  (D) People who use internet actively
  $\rightarrow$ Correct. This accurately conveys that "active" describes the manner/regularity of internet usage.

In simple words:

"Active internet users" means people who use the internet regularly, frequently, or consistently - not just those who have access to it or use it occasionally.

Answer 2

We need to evaluate the truth of both the Assertion and the Reason, and then determine if the Reason correctly explains the Assertion.

Step 1:
Evaluate the Assertion.
The Assertion states: "India is home to one of the largest bases of netizens in the world." A netizen is a person who actively uses the internet. According to recent reports (e.g., from the Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) and other global statistics), India indeed has the second-largest internet user base in the world, after China. Therefore, the Assertion is
true
.

Step 2:
Evaluate the Reason.
The Reason states: "Lack of awareness and a tangible gender gap lie at the heart of the matter." It claims that the reason India has a large number of netizens is due to a lack of awareness and a gender gap. This is logically incorrect. A lack of awareness and a gender gap are typically \textit{barriers} to internet adoption; they reduce the number of netizens, not increase it. The large number of netizens in India is actually due to factors like affordable smartphones, cheap data plans, and a large, young population. Therefore, the Reason is
false
.

Step 3:
Determine the relationship.
Since the Assertion is true and the Reason is false, the correct option is (C).

Final Answer:
(C) The Assertion is true, but the Reason is false.

Answer 3

The word that indicates that internet reach is comparatively low is:
"limited"

Explanation:

• In Paragraph 1, the word
  "limited"
  is used to describe the reach of the internet in certain areas or contexts.
• The word
  "limited"
  means restricted in size, amount, or extent; not reaching a wide area or population.
• When applied to internet reach, it conveys that internet access is not widespread and is confined to certain regions, groups, or areas.
• This suggests a comparison - the internet reach is less than what is desired, expected, or needed.

Alternative words that could indicate low reach:
Depending on the exact wording in your passage, other possible words might include:

• 
  Narrow
  - restricted in extent
• 
  Restricted
  - limited to certain groups/areas
• 
  Poor
  - inadequate or insufficient
• 
  Low
  - small in amount or degree
• 
  Constrained
  - restricted or limited

Why this matters:
Identifying such words helps understand:

• The digital divide between different regions
• Challenges in internet accessibility \inf The need for infrastructure development
• Comparative analysis of internet penetration

Answer 4

Concept:
Data interpretation questions require comparing numerical values from tables.
Explanation:
The highest percentages in the table are seen in the most recent years: 2023 – 51.5%, 2024 – 52.4%, 2025 – 55.3%. Thus, the period 2023 to 2025 shows maximum internet usage.
Hence, the correct answer is (B).

Answer 5

Concept:
Detail-based questions require extracting specific reasons from the text.
Answer:
One reason is the
digital divide and lack of awareness
, especially due to gender gaps and infrastructure limitations.

Answer 6

Concept:
Contextual vocabulary questions test understanding of word meanings.
Explanation:
The passage explains that infrastructure limitations hinder internet usage. The word “impedes” means slows down or obstructs, which fits the context.
Therefore, the correct word is “impedes.”

Answer 7

Concept:
Cause-based questions require identifying stated reasons in the passage.
Answer:
A higher density of population in urban areas.

Answer 8

Concept:
Listing questions require identifying solutions mentioned in the passage.
Answer:

• Targeted awareness campaigns
• Digital literacy programs

Answer 9

In the last paragraph, the author justifies the statement "Indians have welcomed digital living with open arms" through the following points:
1. Rapid Adoption of Digital Payments

• Widespread use of UPI (Unified Payments Interface) and mobile wallets
• People from small towns and villages using digital payment apps
• Even street vendors and small shopkeepers accepting digital payments

2. Surge in Internet and Smartphone Usage

• Massive increase in internet subscribers across the country
• Affordable data plans making internet accessible to all sections of society
• Proliferation of smartphones even in rural areas

3. Integration of Digital Services in Daily Life

• Use of digital platforms for education (online classes, e-learning)
• Telemedicine and healthcare services accessed digitally
• E-governance services and online government scheme applications
• Digital entertainment (streaming services) becoming mainstream

4. Acceptance Across Demographics

• Not just youth, but also older generations adapting to digital tools
• Rural India embracing digital services despite initial challenges
• Women increasingly participating in the digital economy

Conclusion:

The author justifies the statement by showing how Indians from all walks of life - across age groups, regions, and economic backgrounds - have enthusiastically adopted digital technologies in their daily routines, from payments to education to healthcare.