Statement–Argument — Should sex determination tests during pregnancy be completely banned? Arguments: I) Yes; such tests enable female foeticide and can fuel severe gender imbalance. II) No; people have a right to know about their unborn child. Choose the strong argument(s).

Difficulty: Medium

Correct Answer: if only Argument I is Strong.

Explanation:


Introduction / Context:
Sex-selective practices can distort demographics and perpetuate discrimination. Policy often restricts prenatal sex disclosure to curb such harms. We evaluate which argument better serves public interest.


Given Data / Assumptions:

  • Sex determination can be misused for selective termination.
  • Gender imbalance has long-term social costs (marriage squeeze, trafficking risks, entrenched bias).
  • Information rights are not absolute; they are limited to prevent harm.


Concept / Approach:
Argument I is strong: it identifies a direct causal link between availability of sex information and discriminatory outcomes, justifying prohibition. Argument II asserts a generic “right to know” without addressing the concrete harm or proposing safeguards that prevent misuse.


Step-by-Step Solution:

I: Harm prevention rationale → strong.II: Unqualified liberty claim that ignores third-party and societal harms → weak.


Verification / Alternative check:
Many jurisdictions restrict disclosure of fetal sex until late pregnancy or prohibit tests unless medically indicated; this supports I’s policy logic.


Why Other Options Are Wrong:
“Either/Neither/Only II” misjudge the balance between harm prevention and bare information claims.


Common Pitfalls:
Assuming all information rights are superior to harm-prevention concerns.


Final Answer:
if only Argument I is Strong.

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