Statement–Argument (Media & Social Harmony): Statement: Should communal violence be shown on television? Arguments: I) Yes, confronting the “devil within” helps society exorcise it. II) No, telecast of such content can inflame tensions in real life. Choose the option indicating which argument is strong.
Correct Answer: if only argument II is strong
Introduction / Context:Broadcast policy must weigh public interest against risk of incitement. A strong argument identifies concrete social impacts and necessity standards for restrictions.
Given Data / Assumptions:
- Argument I: Offers a philosophical thesis (catharsis) with no operational guardrails.
- Argument II: Points to real-world risk of escalation, imitation, and communal polarisation due to live/graphic coverage.
Concept / Approach:In content policy, harm prevention is a recognised basis for limits (with proportional safeguards). Argument II is specific about risk; Argument I is abstract and does not show that broadcast is necessary for reform.
Step-by-Step Solution:Test I: Lacks mechanism and ignores alternative educational formats.Test II: Identifies foreseeable harm; aligns with time-place-manner restrictions.
Verification / Alternative check:Delayed, contextualised reporting or de-sensitised coverage can inform without inflaming—supporting II’s caution.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:“Either/neither” misclassifies relative strength; II is the robust policy argument.
Common Pitfalls:Assuming visibility alone heals division; ignoring copycat/retaliation dynamics.
Final Answer:if only argument II is strong.