Statement–Argument (Literacy as Minimum Criterion to Vote): Statement: Should “literacy” be the minimum eligibility criterion to become a voter in India? Arguments: I) No, literacy alone does not guarantee political maturity. II) Yes, illiterate persons are less likely to make wise electoral choices. III) No, voting is a constitutional right of every adult citizen. Choose the strongest evaluation.

Introduction / Context:Universal adult franchise rests on equality and inclusion. Conditioning suffrage on literacy risks disenfranchising large populations and conflates education with civic competence.

Given Data / Assumptions:

• Political maturity depends on multiple factors beyond literacy.
• Voting rights are constitutionally guaranteed by age and citizenship.
• Civic education can improve decision quality without exclusion.

Concept / Approach:I is strong because it challenges the premise that literacy ensures maturity. III is strong because it grounds the decision in fundamental rights. II is a generalisation and not a sufficient basis to curtail rights.

Step-by-Step Solution:Assess I: Correctly rejects literacy as a proxy for maturity ⇒ strong.Assess II: Overbroad and unverified; wisdom cannot be presumed from literacy ⇒ weak.Assess III: Anchors in constitutional principle ⇒ strong.

Verification / Alternative check:Most democracies avoid literacy tests due to historical disenfranchisement concerns.

Why Other Options Are Wrong:Options elevating II undermine rights; “None” ignores I/III.

Common Pitfalls:Substituting paternalism for inclusive civic empowerment.

Final Answer:Only I and III are strong.