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    Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
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    Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
    A. Holi is the festival of colours which is celebrated not only in India but all across the world.
    B. Then on the next day, people of all ages gather together to play with colours called 'gulal’ and coloured water called 'Dulahandi’.
    C. People celebrate 'Holika Dahan’ on the first day by gathering around and burning piles of wood and cow dung and singing bhajans related to Holi.
    D. It is also a festival of unity as it brings people together to celebrate a festival regardless of caste, ethnicity, or religion.

    A.

    ADCB

    B.

    ABCD

    C.

    DCBA

    D.

    ADBC

    Correct option is A

    Option (a) is the correct order of the given sentences.
    Explanation:
    · A introduces the festival and acts as the topic sentence.
    · D adds a general significance – unity, giving a broader social aspect.
    · C gives the first day’s ritual – Holika Dahan.
    · B logically follows with the second day’s celebration – playing with colours.
    Flow of thought:
    1. Introduction to Holi →
    2. Its broader importance (unity) →
    3. First day tradition (Holika Dahan) →
    4. Second day festivity (Dulahandi)
    Tip for Para Jumbles: Always begin with the sentence that introduces the topic and conclude with action-specific or summary sentences.

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