While the Padmavati issue rages on, it is instructive to observe how little by way of a/an __________(15) reaction by the government has been forthcoming. In the face of public __________(16) made in the full glare of national media by those protesting against the film as well as leaders o

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While the Padmavati issue rages on, it is instructive to observe how little by way of a/an __________(15) reaction by the government has been forthcoming. In the face of public __________(16) made in the full glare of national media by those protesting against the film as well as leaders of its own party, the government has offered no substantive comment. Instead, several states have acted by banning the film, without having seen it. At a time when a comment on social media can get young people into jail, the people making the very gruesome threats against some well-liked public figures have faced no __________(17) whatsoever. This has already invited much criticism on social media, but what is __________(18) is how easy it is for the state to ignore the critics and go about its business unaffected. Democracy works by creating several __________(19) of oversight, each acting in a specific way. The opposition, the legislature, the judiciary, the bureaucracy, the media including social media and finally, the electorate are some of the mechanisms by which a regime becomes __________(20). Together, these institutions work to guide, shape, challenge, amplify, audit and limit any regime’s actions.

Accepted Answer

Crucial / Paramount. The passage needs words that convey importance and necessity. “Crucial” fits the idea of an important reaction, and “paramount” fits the idea of something of highest importance.

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