Read the passages and answer the questions given below it: The world over, nations have been vying to attract tourist. And yet a huge section of the intelligentsia is convinced that more the tourists, the corresponding is the decline in pristine nature of the place. Parrot island, in the calm and balmy waters of Andaman is one such place that has escaped the heard of tourists. No wonder, that the trimmed lush green mangroves and green meadows bordering the sea, it is nature at its best. Untouched and virgin miles of beach that are answer to the prayers of those seeking solace in the arms of mother nature. Gifted with the combination of serenity and solitude, bluish backwater, which is neither flowing not stagnant, Parrot island is balm for the soul. Here the approach to the island is a pleasure. Five small islands from a stunning visage as one approaches this island. It is strange to see such a beautiful and gorgeous place, enhanting ambience and yet so largely unexplored. Naturally, I felt I was one the only luckiest spectator that evening, when I saw beautiful visage of the five islands. From Nilambur jetty, there is option of travelling to parrot island and the nereby Limestone caves. It take 20 minutes boat ride from the Nilambur Jetty to parrot island. Without meandering, I can say with certainity that parrot Island is a must visit for all Indians. As the evening sun descends downs, the sky spreading a crimson colour which at times looks likes a mix of orange, pink and purple light. Be one with this island for witnessing they early sunrise parrots flocking together in search their paradise. Visit the paradise 1. According to intellectuals, increasing number of tourists, leads to….. (1) more attractions for tourists destinations (2) increase in the number of tourists (3) decline in the pristine nature of the place (4) betterment of tourists facilities 2. The passage is about….. (1) Tourism in general (2) Parrot Island (3) Nilambur Jetty (4) Effects of tourism 3. Which of the given is not mentioned as a special features of the parrot Island? (1) largely explored place (2) calm and balmy waters (3) enchanting ambience (4) serenity and solitude 4. Which word in the passage means ‘feeling of emotional comfort? (1) balmy (2) virgin (3) meandering (4) solace