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Arguments evaluation (ban on religion): Should religion be banned altogether? Evaluate—(I) Yes: religion develops fanaticism; (II) No: religion binds people together—checking relevance, overgeneralisation, and societal function.

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: Only argument II is strong

Explanation:


Given data

  • Question: Whether to ban religion, a broad social institution.
  • Argument I: Generalises religion as fostering fanaticism—an overreach.
  • Argument II: Recognises its cohesive/social-binding roles.


Concept/Approach
A strong argument avoids blanket condemnation and focuses on core societal roles. Banning a foundational institution requires far more than citing possible pathologies.


Step-by-step evaluation
Step 1: I is an overgeneralisation—fanaticism is neither universal nor inherent; weak for a blanket ban.Step 2: II points to integrative functions (community, identity, norms); relevant and stronger.


Verification/Alternative
Policy typically regulates harmful practices while protecting freedom of belief—aligns with II rather than I.


Common pitfalls

  • Confusing regulation of excesses with prohibition of the institution itself.


Final Answer
Only argument II is strong.

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