Statement — Despite child-labour laws, children are frequently seen working in hotels, shops, and houses.\nCourses of Action:\nI. The Government should not make such laws which cannot be enforced.\nII. A proper primary-education system, particularly targeted at marginalized communities, should be strengthened to eradicate the problem.

Difficulty: Medium

Correct Answer: Only II follows

Explanation:


Introduction / Context:
Child labour continues despite legal prohibitions. Sound actions should improve compliance and tackle root causes—poverty, lack of schooling, and demand for cheap labour—rather than discarding protective laws.


Given Data / Assumptions:

  • I: Refrain from making hard-to-enforce laws.
  • II: Strengthen primary education, especially for marginalized groups.


Concept / Approach:
Protective legislation sets norms and tools for enforcement; poor implementation does not justify repeal. Education expands opportunities, reduces supply of child labour, and provides a monitoring channel (teachers/social workers).


Step-by-Step Solution:
1) Retain/improve laws; enhance enforcement and incentives.2) Implement II: free schooling, mid-day meals, stipends, community outreach.3) Pair with inspections and penalties on employers.


Verification / Alternative check:
Countries that reduced child labour combined strict laws with schooling incentives.


Why Other Options Are Wrong:
Only I/Either/Both: undermines child rights. Neither: ignores the role of education.


Common Pitfalls:
Assuming unenforced laws are useless; they need better design/enforcement, not abandonment.


Final Answer:
Only II follows.

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