Statement: Should sale and purchase of human organs be made legal in India? Arguments: I. Yes. In many countries it is not considered illegal. II. No. Legalizing it would open floodgates for organ sales. Choose the option that best identifies the strong argument(s).

Verbal Reasoning Statement and Argument Difficulty: Medium
Choose an option
  • A
    if only argument I is strong
  • B
    if only argument II is strong
  • C
    if either argument I or II is strong
  • D
    if neither argument I nor II is strong
  • E
    if both argument I and argument II are strong

Answer

Correct Answer: if only argument II is strong

Explanation

Introduction / Context:Organ-trade policy engages ethics (coercion, exploitation), safety, and regulation. Strong arguments must address harm prevention and system integrity.

Given Data / Assumptions:

  • Unchecked markets risk exploitation of the poor and trafficking.
  • Alternative systems (opt-in/opt-out donation, paired exchange) exist.

Concept / Approach:Assess if the argument is normative and mechanism-based.

Step-by-Step Solution:I: “Other countries do it” is weak; policies are context-specific and does not address exploitation/safety. Weak.II: Warns of a surge in sales and related abuses—this is directly relevant to public protection. Strong.

Verification / Alternative check:Ethical frameworks prioritize donation systems over commodification to reduce exploitation.

Why Other Options Are Wrong:Either/both misclassify; neither ignores the valid risk rationale in II.

Common Pitfalls:Appeal to practice elsewhere without ethical analysis.

Final Answer:if only argument II is strong

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