Statement : Building of big dams should be stopped immediately. Arguments: I. Yes, the big dams have significant induced seismographic effects. II. Yes, it requires large amount of eviction of people from their roots of origin.

if only argument I is strong
if only argument II is strong
if either I or II is strong
if neither I nor II is strong

Correct Answer: if neither I nor II is strong

Explanation:

Both arguments are pointing out how the harms could be done there as a cost for reaping some benefits like irrigation and Hyde power. we can not neglect the poor residents of the concerned area to develop some other parts of country

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