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Illustration 2. Statement Should there be only one entrance test for all the medical colleges both government and private in India? Arguments I. No, each colleges has unique requirements and decisions on admission should be left to the concerned colleges. II. yes this will bring in uniformity in the standard of students at the time of admission and will reduce multiplicity.

If only Argument I is strong
If only Argument II is strong
If either I or nor II is strong
If both I and II are strong

Correct Answer: If only Argument II is strong

Explanation:

Only Argument II is strong because a common entrance test will brought a uniformity in the standard of students, which is necessary.

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