This question was very unpopular among the candidates because it was attempted by only a few. They emphasized only Isaiah’s hatred of people’s sacrifices and burnt offerings instead of holiness.

They were expected to point out the vanity of their sacrifices to God; observance of Sabbath, new moon and the injustice that prevailed in land. In the (b) part, they recommended the need to do justice, fight for the poor and the needy; forsake sin, mend their ways and correct oppression in order to enthrone God’s holiness. The overall performance of the candidates in the question was below average.