Statement–Argument — Should people over-qualified beyond job requirements be debarred from seeking those jobs? Arguments: I) No; it would aggravate educated unemployment. II) Yes; it creates complexes among employees and harms work. III) No; it goes against basic individual rights. IV) Yes; it will increase productivity. Identify the strong set.

Difficulty: Medium

Correct Answer: I and III are strong

Explanation:


Introduction / Context:
Screening out candidates with higher-than-required qualifications raises fairness and labor-market efficiency issues. Strong arguments should appeal to rights and systemic employment impacts rather than speculative morale claims.


Given Data / Assumptions:

  • Employment policy should not arbitrarily bar willing applicants who meet minimum criteria.
  • Debarring over-qualified candidates can raise joblessness among the educated segment.
  • Claims about “complexes” or “productivity boost” require evidence; they are speculative.


Concept / Approach:
Argument I is strong: exclusion increases unemployment among qualified people—an adverse systemic effect. Argument III is strong: arbitrary debarment conflicts with equal opportunity/basic rights. Argument II is weak: morale/complex claims are speculative and manageable through HR practices. Argument IV is weak: excluding over-qualified people does not inherently raise productivity.


Step-by-Step Solution:

I: Strong—addresses macro employment cost.III: Strong—invokes rights/equal opportunity principles.II: Weak—non-demonstrated general harm.IV: Weak—no causal basis that debarment raises productivity.


Verification / Alternative check:
Fit–retention concerns can be handled by probation and realistic job previews rather than blanket bans.


Why Other Options Are Wrong:
“All are strong” overstates; “II and IV” selects weak claims; “Only III” omits I’s systemic impact.


Common Pitfalls:
Treating HR management issues as justification for rights-limiting policies.


Final Answer:
I and III are strong.

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