Practice MCQ Questions and Answer on Statement And Arguments

81. 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.

82. 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 'computer knowledge' be made a compulsory subject for all the students at secondary school level?

Arguments :
I. No, our need is 'bread' for everyone, we cannot follow western models.
II. Yes. We cannot compete in the international market without equipping our children with computers.

• (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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 Nowadays, computers have entered all walks of life and children need to be prepared for the same. So, argument II is strong. Argument I holds no relevance.

83. 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 persons convicted of criminal offences in the past be allowed to contest elections in India?

Arguments :
I. No. Such persons cannot serve the cause of the people and country.
II. Yes. It is democracy - let people decide whom to vote.

• (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, persons with criminal background cannot stand to serve as the representatives of the common people. So, they should not be allowed to contest elections. Thus, only argument I holds, while II does not.

84. 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 railways immediately stop issuing free passes to all its employees?

Arguments :
I. No. The employees have the right to travel free.
II. Yes. This will help railways to provide better facility.

• (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 free passes given to railway employees is a privilege for them, not their right. So, argument I does not hold. Argument II seems to be vague.

85. 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 persons below the age of 18 years be allowed to join armed forces?

Arguments :
I. No. Persons below the age of 18 do not attain both physical and mental maturity to shoulder such burden.
II. Yes. This will help the country develop its armed forces which will serve the country for a longer time.

• (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 armed forces must consist of physically strong and mentally mature individuals to take care of defence properly. So, argument I holds strong. Clearly, argument II holds no relevance.

86. 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 government jobs in rural areas have more incentives?

Arguments :
I. Yes. Incentives are essential for attracting government servants there.
II. No. Rural areas are already cheaper, healthier and less complex than big cities. So ? Why offer extra incentives!

• (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, government jobs in rural areas are underlined with several difficulties. In lieu of these, extra incentives are needed. So, only argument I holds strong.

87. 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 income tax be abolished in India?

Arguments :
I. Yes. It is an unnecessary burden on the wage earners.
II. No. It is a good source of revenue.

• (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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 Income-tax is levied so that every citizen can contribute a share of his earning towards the infrastructural development of the nation. So, argument I seems to be vague. However, income-tax is no doubt a good source of revenue for the government. Hence, argument II holds strong.

88. 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 foreign films be banned in India?

Arguments :
I. Yes. They depict an alien culture which adversely affects our values.
II. No. Foreign films are of a high artistic standard.

• (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, foreign films depict the alien culture but this only helps in learning more. So, argument I does not hold. Also, the reason stated in argument II is not strong enough in contradicting the ban. So, it also does not hold.

89. 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.

90. 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 : Is the Government justified in spending so much on defence?

Arguments :
I. Yes. Safety of the country is of prime importance.
II. No. During peace, this money could be used for the development of the country.

• (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, defence is necessary for the safety of the country, which is of prime importance. So, argument I holds. Also, a country can concentrate on internal progress and development only when it is safe from external aggressions. So, argument II does not hold.