Statement — Despite child-labour laws, children are frequently seen working in hotels, shops, and houses. Courses of Action: I. The Government should not make such laws which cannot be enforced. II. 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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