Statement and Argument problems
- 1. Statement
Should system of offering jobs only to the wards of government employees be introduced in all government offices in India
Argument
I. No, it denies opportunity to many deserving individuals and government may stand to loss in the long run.
II. No, it is against the principle of quality. Does government not owe its responsibility to all its citizens?
Options- A. if only Argument I is strong
- B. if only Argument II is strong
- C. if either I or II is strong
- D. if both I and II are strong Discuss
Correct Answer: if both I and II are strong
Explanation:
Merit, fair selection and equal opportunities for all,these factors ,if taken care of, can help government recruit competent officials and also fulfil the objective of the constitution.Hence both the argument hold strong.
- 2. Statement
Should the sex determination during pregnancy be completely banned?
Argument
I. Yes, this leads to discriminate female infanticide and eventually will lead to social imbalance?
II. No, people have the right to knows about their unborn child.
Options- A. if only Argument I is strong
- B. if only Argument II is strong
- C. if either I or II is strong
- D. if both I and II are strong Discuss
Correct Answer: if only Argument I is strong
Explanation:
This determination is done as parents mostly want a boy child.Also people who have a right to know, they should only know about the health development and general well being of the child before its birth. Hence,Argument I holds.
- 3. Statement
Should the opinion polls predicting outcome of elections before the elections be banned in India?
Argument
I. Yes, this may affects the voters mind and may affect the outcome.
II. No, such polls are conducted all over the world.
Options- A. if only Argument I is strong
- B. if only Argument II is strong
- C. if either I or II is strong
- D. if neither I nor II is strong Discuss
Correct Answer: if only Argument I is strong
Explanation:
The opinion polls may influence the thinking of an individual and thus, divert his mind.Also, blindly imitating a policy followed by other countries holds no relevance.Hence.only Argument I holds.
- 4. Statement
Should the vehicles older than 15 yr be barred in metros in India?
Argument
I. Yes, this is a significant step to lower the pollution level in metros.
II. No, it will be very difficult for vehicle owners to shift to other parts of the country.
Options- A. if only Argument I is strong
- B. if only Argument II is strong
- C. if either I or II is strong
- D. if neither I nor II is strong Discuss
Correct Answer: if only Argument I is strong
Explanation:
15 yr old vehicles cause much pollution in comparison to recent ones. As owners of these vehicles need not shift themselves.Hence,only Argument I holds.
- 5. Statement
Should person convicted of criminal offenses in the past be allowed to contest elections in India?
Argument
I. No, such person cannot serve the cause of the people and country .
II. Yes,it is democracy -Let people decide whom to vote.
Options- A. if only Argument I is strong
- B. if only Argument II is strong
- C. if either I or II is strong
- D. if neither I nor II is strong Discuss
Correct Answer: if only Argument I is strong
Explanation:
Person with criminal background cannot stand to serve as the representatives of the common people, so they should not allowed to contest elections .Hence only Argument I hold strong
- 6. Statement
Should government close down loss-making public sector enterprises?
Argument
I. No, all employees will lose their job, security and earning , what would they do?
II. Yes, in a competitive world, the rule is 'survival of the fittest'.
Options- A. if only Argument I is strong
- B. if only Argument II is strong
- C. if either I or II is strong
- D. if neither I nor II is strong Discuss
Correct Answer: if only Argument I is strong
Explanation:
Closing down public sector enterprises will definitely throw the engaged person out of employment. Hence,only Argument I holds strong.
- 7. Statement
Should the prestigious people who has committed crime, unmovingly be met with special treatment?
Arguments
I. Yes, the prestigious people don't commit crime intentionally.
II. No, it is our policy that everybody is equal before the law.
Options- A. if only Argument I is strong
- B. if only Argument II is strong
- C. if either I or II is strong
- D. if both I and II are strong Discuss
Correct Answer: if only Argument II is strong
Explanation:
The constitution of India has laid down the doctrine of 'equality before the law' Also we cannot find the intentions of a person behind committing a crime.Hence, only Argument II holds strong.
- 8. Statement
Should India have no military force at all?
Argument
I. No, other countries in the world do not believe in non-violence.
II. Yes,many Indians believe in non-violence.
Options- A. if only Argument I is strong
- B. if only Argument II is strong
- C. if either I or II is strong
- D. if neither I nor II is strong Discuss
Correct Answer: if only Argument I is strong
Explanation:
Clearly, all the countries in the world facing problem of terrorism.So,Practically India should have military. Hence,Argument I holds.
- 9. Statement
Should all professional colleges in India be encouraged to run their own courses without affiliations to any university?
Argument
I. Yes,it is the only way to create more opportunities for those who seek professional training.
II. No, this will dilute the quality of professional training as all such colleges may not be equipped to conduct such courses.
Options- A. if only Argument I is strong
- B. if only Argument II is strong
- C. if either I or II is strong
- D. if neither I nor II is strong Discuss
Correct Answer: if neither I nor II is strong
Explanation:
Word 'only' makes Argument I vague.Also,Argument II does not hold the statement
- 10. Statement
Should India support all the international policies of USA?
Argument
I. No, many other powerful countries don't support the same.
II. Yes, this is the only way to gain USA development funds.
Options- A. if only Argument I is strong
- B. if only Argument II is strong
- C. if either I or II is strong
- D. if neither I nor II is strong Discuss
Correct Answer: if neither I nor II is strong
Explanation:
Word 'only' makes Argument II vague but Argument I the example other countries. Hence, neither Argument I nor II holds
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