Statement: “Nuclear power cannot make a country secure.” Courses of Action: I. Stop further expenditure on increasing nuclear power. II. Destroy existing nuclear capability. III. Concentrate on improving diplomatic relations. Which course(s) of action logically follow(s)?

Difficulty: Medium

Correct Answer: Only III follows

Explanation:


Introduction / Context:
The statement is a normative claim that nuclear power alone does not guarantee security. Logical policy responses should strengthen other pillars of security such as diplomacy, alliances, intelligence, and conventional capabilities, rather than leaping to extreme disarmament or blanket spending cuts.


Given Data / Assumptions:

  • The claim challenges sufficiency, not existence, of nuclear power for security.
  • No cost, treaty, or threat details are provided.
  • Diplomacy enhances security via conflict prevention and de-escalation.


Concept / Approach:
From “not sufficient,” it does not follow that nuclear capability should be destroyed (II) or all further investment halted (I). It does follow that complementary non-nuclear instruments (III) should be strengthened.


Step-by-Step Solution:

1) I: Stopping all future spending is an over-generalization; the premise does not address deterrence upkeep, safety, or minimal capability.2) II: Destruction of capability is extreme and unrelated to the logical reading of “not sufficient.”3) III: Focusing on diplomacy directly addresses the gap implied by the statement (security via relations and agreements).4) Hence, Only III follows.


Verification / Alternative check:
Security is multi-dimensional; diplomacy contributes to stability independently of nuclear posture.


Why Other Options Are Wrong:

• I / II: Overreactions; the statement does not prescribe disarmament or zero spend.• I and II: Compounds the overreach.


Common Pitfalls:
Confusing “not sufficient” with “not useful.”


Final Answer:
Only III follows.

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