Difficulty: Medium
Correct Answer: if only II follows
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:The premise is that India has diverse tourism assets but that building them out is resource-intensive. A sound course of action must be comprehensive and aligned with the diversity mentioned rather than arbitrarily narrow.
Given Data / Assumptions:
Concept / Approach:Because the statement cites multiple asset types, a narrow “coast only” plan (I) ignores rivers, forests, heritage, and pilgrimage circuits. It is not a logical consequence of the premise. A comprehensive, phased strategy across themes and regions (II) fits the premise—identify high-impact circuits, invest in infrastructure, safety, sanitation, sustainability, carrying capacity, and marketing; leverage PPP models and digital discovery to stretch limited resources.
Step-by-Step Solution:
1) Align scope (diverse assets) with action scope.2) Reject I as arbitrary and incomplete.3) Accept II as the logical, scalable pathway.Verification / Alternative check:Even if coasts are attractive, the premise’s breadth means prioritization must not exclude other categories; II accommodates this breadth.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
I or Either/Both: unjustified restriction; does not flow from the stated diversity.Neither: ignores the valid strategic directive in II.Common Pitfalls:Equating “high ROI” with “single asset focus”; resilience in tourism comes from diversified circuits.
Final Answer:Only II follows.
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