Statement–Argument (Government-Controlled Doctors): Statement: Should all practising doctors be brought under government control, salaried by the state, and required to treat patients free of cost? Arguments: I) No, such a move is undemocratic. II) Yes, despite problems, it would minimise unethical medical practices. Choose which argument is strong.
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Aif only Argument I is strong
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Bif only Argument II is strong
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Cif either I or II is strong
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Dif neither I nor II is strong
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ENone of these
Answer
Correct Answer: if only Argument II is strong
Explanation
Introduction / Context:Health-system structure must be analysed through access, ethics, cost, and feasibility. Vague labels about democracy are insufficient; concrete mechanisms matter.
Given Data / Assumptions:
- Argument I: Calls the idea “undemocratic” without explaining rights violations or constitutional conflict—insufficient.
- Argument II: Claims state employment could reduce perverse incentives (over-treatment, kickbacks) by delinking income from procedures.
Concept / Approach:A strong argument specifies causal channels. II offers a mechanism (change incentives to curb unethical practices). I is a label without analysis.
Step-by-Step Solution:Test I: Unsupported normative tag ⇒ weak.Test II: Addresses core policy objective—ethical practice and equitable access ⇒ strong.
Verification / Alternative check:Many systems mix public employment, insurance regulation, and accountability; the ethics argument is materially relevant even if the proposal is extreme.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:“Either/neither” misreads relative strength; I lacks substance.
Common Pitfalls:Equating “public control” with “undemocratic” without rights analysis.
Final Answer:if only Argument II is strong.