Arguments evaluation (autonomy for Doordarshan): Should Doordarshan be given autonomous status? Weigh—(I) Yes: autonomy would enable fair and impartial coverage of important events; (II) No: coverage would be decided by a few who may lack a healthy outlook—testing governance logic and speculative objections.
Verbal Reasoning
Statement and Argument
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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AOnly argument I is strong
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BOnly argument II is strong
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CEither I or II is strong
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DNeither I nor II is strong
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EBoth I and II are strong
Answer
Correct Answer: Only argument I is strong
Explanation
Given data
- Proposal: Grant editorial/operational autonomy to Doordarshan.
- Argument I: Autonomy reduces political interference, promoting impartial coverage—relevant and plausible.
- Argument II: Speculates that “a few” might have an unhealthy outlook—an unsubstantiated, ad hominem-type concern.
Concept / ApproachAutonomy is a standard governance reform for public broadcasters to safeguard neutrality. Speculative fears without structure (boards, codes) are weak.
Step-by-step evaluationStep 1: I provides a clear causal link—strong.Step 2: II lacks evidence and ignores checks/balances possible under autonomy—weak.
Verification / AlternativeEditorial charters and independent boards are typical safeguards—supporting I.
Common pitfalls
- Rejecting institutional reform due to hypothetical bad actors without proposing safeguards.
Final AnswerOnly argument I is strong.