Arguments evaluation (dissolving the United Nations Organisation): Should an organisation like the UNO be dissolved? Examine—(I) Yes: with the Cold War over, such bodies have no role; (II) No: without such organisations, a world war may ensue—testing necessity beyond Cold War dynamics and the plausibility of deterrence.

Verbal Reasoning Statement and Argument Difficulty: Medium
Choose an option
  • A
    Only argument I is strong
  • B
    Only argument II is strong
  • C
    Either I or II is strong
  • D
    Neither I nor II is strong
  • E
    Both I and II are strong

Answer

Correct Answer: Only argument II is strong

Explanation

Given data

  • Question: Whether to dissolve the UNO.
  • Argument I: Claims redundancy post–Cold War—ignores peacekeeping, development, health, climate, and law.
  • Argument II: Warns that absence of such fora could raise conflict risks—plausible deterrence/mediation role.

Concept/ApproachA strong argument recognises the multi-faceted mandate of global institutions. Narrow historical framing is weak; acknowledging conflict-mitigation functions is stronger.

Step-by-step evaluationStep 1: I is reductive and therefore weak.Step 2: II highlights the stabilising role of international institutions—more compelling.

Verification/AlternativeBeyond geopolitics, global public goods (pandemic response, refugee protection) require coordinating bodies.

Common pitfalls

  • Equating one historical function with the entire raison d'être of an institution.

Final AnswerOnly argument II is strong.

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