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Ruling on a petition filed by the Congress, the Supreme Court asked the BJP government in Goa to prove its majority within 48 hours, instead of the 15 days given by Governor Sinha. The court's reluctance to uphold the principle of inviting the single largest party first and therefore to stay Parrikar's swearing-in on Tuesday is controversial. Which of the following best completes the passage?

1. But it was a half-measure.
2. The Justice laid down some guidelines to be followed in the appointment of a chief minister by a governor.
3. The premise of the decision is questionable.
4. The gubernatorial decision in Goa reek of partisanship.

Correct answer: But it was a half-measure.

Solution

The passage criticizes the Supreme Court's action as controversial and insufficient. 'But it was a half-measure' fits the idea that the court's response was partial rather than decisive.

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