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  • Question
  • Statement : "
    Never touch or even go near any unclaimed object lying around in public areas,however attractive they may seem.''--- A notice issued in public interest by city police X.
    Assumptions:
    I. Attractive and unclaimed objects lying around public areas are not supposed to be disastrous elements by the common people.
    II. Unclaimed object lying around in public areas may be disastrous.


  • Options
  • A. if only assumption I is implicit.
  • B. if only assumption II is implicit .
  • C. if either I or II is implicit.
  • D. if neither I nor II is implicit.

  • Correct Answer
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    Explanation

    Why did the city police need to issue such notice? It must be assuming that people lack awareness of the ill-effects of touching unclaimed objects. Hence, both I and II are implicit.


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    • 1. 
      Statement:
      "Government employees, including doctors working in state-run hospitals and dispensaries, have no right- fundamental, legal, moral or equitable- to go on strike."- Supreme Court
      Assumptions:
      I. Government employees hold society to ransom by going on strike.
      II. Strike as a weapon is mostly misused, which results in chaos and total maladministration.

    • Options
    • A. if only assumption I is implicit.
    • B. if only assumption II is implicit.
    • C. if either I or II is implicit.
    • D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
    • Discuss
    • 2. 
      Statement:
      "It is very regrettable though issues pertaining to the elderly and the disadvantaged children do find space in the media, the "treatment" given to them is often shallow and rarely reflects their actual condition." - View of Mr 'X'
      Assumptions:
      I. The media should not gloss over the real problem faced by the old.
      II. The radio and print media touch upon the problems of the elderly but the information supplied has little practical value.

    • Options
    • A. if only assumption I is implicit.
    • B. if only assumption II is implicit.
    • C. if either I or II is implicit.
    • D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
    • Discuss
    • 3. 
      Statement:
      The cabinet decided to wind up various existing authorities on environment and set up a National Authority headed by a Supreme Court judge besides six regional authorities to help Ministry of Environment and Forests.
      Assumptions:
      I. These new authorities may be able to look after a particular eco-sensitive area or a regional issue.
      II. These new authorities may help re-organise and streamline the of functioning of Ministry of Environment and Forests.

    • Options
    • A. if only assumption I is implicit.
    • B. if only assumption II is implicit.
    • C. if either I or II is implicit.
    • D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
    • Discuss
    • 4. 
      Statement:
      "From the dawn of civilisation, India's tradition of respect for cultural diversity and spiritual values has been the bedrock for its intercultural dialogue and interaction with civilisations, countries and nations."- Ministry of HRD
      Assumptions:
      I. Other countries have no respect for cultural diversity and spiritual values.
      II. The concept of a "Dialogue Among Civilisations" has assumed greater importance with the emergence of the global scenario.

    • Options
    • A. if only assumption I is implicit.
    • B. if only assumption II is implicit.
    • C. if either I or II is implicit.
    • D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
    • Discuss
    • 5. 
      Statement:
      "We are taking care of this historic house, putting our lives at risk." - A statement made by an employee of ASI
      Assumptions:
      I. The house is more precious than human lives.
      II. One takes utmost care of something when one puts one's life at risk to do so.

    • Options
    • A. if only assumption I is implicit.
    • B. if only assumption II is implicit.
    • C. if either I or II is implicit.
    • D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
    • Discuss
    • 6. 
      Statement :
      '' No matter which career path you choose in photography, there are skills you need in order to succeed : visual skills, technical, camera and lighting skills and digital imaging skills besides the most important element of success-- proper training.''----View of Mr Z
      Assumptions:
      I. A strong sense of visual style and compositional skills in addition to training in the technical intricacies of photography may make a photographer more successful.
      II.A sound education provided by a quality photography training can help one to gain the skills one needs to succeed.

    • Options
    • A. if only assumption I is implicit.
    • B. if only assumption II is implicit .
    • C. if either I or II is implicit.
    • D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
    • Discuss
    • 7. 
      Statement:
      '' The monsoon is here. So are the mosquitoes Beware of total diseases! So do not leave in open on the roof of the house, unused/broken articles like bottle, cups, tyres etc .''--- A notice issued in public interest by Directorate of Health services [DHS]
      Assumptions:
      I. Mosquito spreads fatal diseases and step to control mosquito breeding can prevents the spreads of the diseases.
      II. Unused/broken articles are capable of holding rain water.

    • Options
    • A. if only assumption I is implicit.
    • B. if only assumption II is implicit.
    • C. if either I or II is implicit.
    • D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
    • Discuss
    • 8. 
      Statement:
      The Law Commission of India has called for sweeping changes in life insurance laws not only to promote insurance business in the country but also to protect policy holders from hassles in claiming settlements.
      Assumption
      I.The interests of policy holders had not been entirely satisfied particularly in the area of claims settlement.
      II. Sweeping changes in life insurance laws are possible.

    • Options
    • A. if only assumption I is implicit.
    • B. if only assumption II is implicit.
    • C. if either I or II is implicit.
    • D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
    • Discuss
    • 9. 
      Statement:
      '' Are you creative and outgoing? Do you enjoy communicating ideas and working with others? A career in photography offers the opportunity to create art and work in a rewarding professional field of endeavor. '' ---An advertisement
      Assumption
      I. Making commercial quality photographers requires technical expertise and creativity.
      II. There are some people who want to be successful photographer.

    • Options
    • A. if only assumption I is implicit.
    • B. if only assumption II is implicit.
    • C. if either I or II is implicit.
    • D. if neither I nor II is implicit
    • Discuss
    • 10. 
      Statement:
      '' If you are serious about professional photography and committed to taking the next step, Advanced Studies Classes at photography institute will teach you what you need to know to get started.''--- A tells B
      Assumption
      I. Those who are looking for a stepping- stone to gain confidence and knowledge need training classes.
      II. Professional photographers at the institute offer hands -on instruction, opportunities to enhance portfolios, and lifelong contacts that can help students build careers in photography.

    • Options
    • A. if only assumption I is implicit.
    • B. if only assumption II is implicit.
    • C. if either I or II is implicit.
    • D. if neither I nor II is implicit.
    • Discuss


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