Practice MCQ Questions and Answer on Statement And Arguments

71. Directions :

Each of the following question consists of a statement followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a STRONG arguments and which is a WEAK Argument.

Statement : Should there be a complete ban on use of all types of chemical pesticides in India?

Arguments :
I. No. The pests will destroy all the crops and the farmers will have nothing to harvest.
II. Yes. The chemical pesticides used in agriculture pollute the water underground and this has become a serious health hazard.

• (A) Only argument I is strong
• (B) Only argument II is strong
• (C) Either I or II is strong
• (D) Neither I nor II is strong

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Answer & Solution Answer: Option E Solution: Clearly, pesticides are meant to prevent the crops from harmful pests. But at the same time, they get washed away with water and contaminate the groundwater. Thus, both the arguments hold strong.

72. Directions :

Each of the following question consists of a statement followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a STRONG arguments and which is a WEAK Argument.

Statement : Are nuclear families better than joint families?

Arguments :
I. No. Joint families ensure security and also reduce the burden of work.
II. Yes. Nuclear families ensure greater freedom.

• (A) Only argument I is strong
• (B) Only argument II is strong
• (C) Either I or II is strong
• (D) Neither I nor II is strong

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Answer & Solution Answer: Option E Solution: Clearly, with so many people around in a joint family, there is more security. Also, work is shared. So, argument I holds. In nuclear families, there are lesser number of people and so lesser responsibilities and more freedom. Thus, II also holds.

73. Directions :

Each of the following question consists of a statement followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a STRONG arguments and which is a WEAK Argument.

Statement : Should all the legislators be forced to resign from their profession?

Arguments :
I. Yes. They will be able to devote more time for the country.
II. No, nobody will contest election.

• (A) Only argument I is strong
• (B) Only argument II is strong
• (C) Either I or II is strong
• (D) Neither I nor II is strong

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 The legislators should surely not be engaged in any other profession because only then will they be able to work with devotion. So, argument I holds. Also, if such a law is enforced, only those people will contest elections who are really prepared to work for the country. So, argument II is vague.

74. Directions :

Each of the following question consists of a statement followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a STRONG arguments and which is a WEAK Argument.

Statement : Should the vehicles older than 15 years be rejected in metros in India?

Arguments :
I. Yes. This is a significant step to lower down the pollution level in metros.
II. No. It will be very difficult for vehicle owners to shift to other parts in country because they will not get suitable job for their very existence.

• (A) Only argument I is strong
• (B) Only argument II is strong
• (C) Either I or II is strong
• (D) Neither I nor II is strong

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 Clearly, 15 year old vehicles are not Euro-compliant and hence cause much more pollution than the recent ones. So, argument I holds. Argument II is vague since owners of these vehicles need not shift themselves. They might sell off their vehicles and buy new ones - a small price which every citizen can afford for a healthy environment.

75. Directions :

Each of the following question consists of a statement followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a STRONG arguments and which is a WEAK Argument.

Statement : Should there be students union in college/university?

Arguments :
I. No. This will create a political atmosphere in the campus.
II. Yes, it is very necessary Students are future political leaders.

• (A) Only argument I is strong
• (B) Only argument II is strong
• (C) Either I or II is strong
• (D) Neither I nor II is strong

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Answer & Solution Answer: Option E Solution: The students union formation shall be a step towards giving to students the basic education in the field of politics. However, it shall create the same political atmosphere in the campus. Thus, both the arguments hold strong.

76. Directions :

Each of the following question consists of a statement followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a STRONG arguments and which is a WEAK Argument.

Statement : Should religion be banned?

Arguments :
I. Yes. It develops fanaticism in people.
II. No, Religion binds people together.

• (A) Only argument I is strong
• (B) Only argument II is strong
• (C) Either I or II is strong
• (D) Neither I nor II is strong

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 Religion binds people together through the name of God and human values. But at the same time it may create differences and ill-will among people. So, either of the arguments holds strong.

77. Directions :

Each of the following question consists of a statement followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a STRONG arguments and which is a WEAK Argument.

Statement : Should the political parties be banned?

Arguments :
I. Yes. It is necessary to teach a lesson to the politicians.
II. No. It will lead to an end of democracy.

• (A) Only argument I is strong
• (B) Only argument II is strong
• (C) Either I or II is strong
• (D) Neither I nor II is strong

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 Clearly, with the ban on political parties, candidates can independently contest elections. So, it will not end democracy. Thus, argument II does not hold. Argument I does not give a strong reason.

78. Directions :

Each of the following question consists of a statement followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a STRONG arguments and which is a WEAK Argument.

Statement : Should there be an upper age limit of 65 years for contesting Parliamentary/ Legislative Assembly elections?

Arguments :
I. Yes. Generally, people above the age of 65 lose their dynamism and will power.
II. No. The life span is so increased that people remain physically and mentally active even up to the age of 80.

• (A) Only argument I is strong
• (B) Only argument II is strong
• (C) Either I or II is strong
• (D) Neither I nor II is strong

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 The age of a person is no criterion for judging his mental capabilities and administrative qualities. So, none of the arguments holds strong.

79. Directions :

Each of the following question consists of a statement followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a STRONG arguments and which is a WEAK Argument.

Statement : Should colleges be given the status of a university in India?

Arguments :
I. Yes. Colleges are in a better position to assess the student's performance and therefore the degrees will be more valid.
II. No. It is Utopian to think that there will not be nepotism and corruption in awarding degrees by colleges.

• (A) Only argument I is strong
• (B) Only argument II is strong
• (C) Either I or II is strong
• (D) Neither I nor II is strong

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 Clearly, at the college level, all the students are assessed according to their performance in the University Exams and not on the basis of any criteria of a more intimate dealings with the students. So, argument I is vague. Also, at this level the awarding of degrees is impartial and simply based on his performance. So, argument II also does not hold.

80. Directions :

Each of the following question consists of a statement followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a STRONG arguments and which is a WEAK Argument.

Statement : Should all the drugs patented and manufactured in Western countries be first tried out on sample basis before giving licence for sale to general public in India?

Arguments :
I. Yes. Many such drugs require different doses and duration for Indian population and hence it is necessary.
II. No. This is just not feasible and hence cannot be implemented.

• (A) Only argument I is strong
• (B) Only argument II is strong
• (C) Either I or II is strong
• (D) Neither I nor II is strong

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 Clearly, health of the citizens is an issue of major concern for the Government. So, a product like drugs, must be first studied and tested in the Indian context before giving licence for its sale. So, only argument I holds strong.