Statement: Vehicular sources contribute 60% to Delhi’s total pollution level (as stated in the Rajya Sabha). Which conclusion(s) logically follow(s)? Consider only I and II below. I. The court has ordered that the main source of pollution should be identified. II. The problem of pollution is top priority on the government’s work list.

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: If neither I nor II follows

Explanation:


Introduction / Context:
We are given a single data point (vehicular sources = 60% of pollution) and its venue (Rajya Sabha). We must test whether the offered conclusions necessarily follow.


Given Data / Assumptions:

  • Only the percentage contribution and where it was informed are known.
  • No mention of court directives or government prioritisation.


Concept / Approach:
Logical follow = must be true from the statement alone. Additional facts (court orders, government priorities) would require separate evidence.


Step-by-Step Solution:

• I: A court order is not mentioned; cannot be inferred.• II: Priority status is not stated; cannot be inferred.• Therefore, neither I nor II follows.


Verification / Alternative check:
Legislative mention does not imply judicial orders or executive priorities.


Why Other Options Are Wrong:

• (a), (b), (c): Each assumes facts not in the statement.


Common Pitfalls:
Reading policy intent into a data disclosure.


Final Answer:
If neither I nor II follows.

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