Statement: Should all the electricity state boards be privatised in India? Arguments: I. No, this will increase the grievances of the people. II. Yes, it will check the growing menace of power theft which has resulted in annual pilferage of a huge amount.

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 only argument II is strong

Explanation:

II says about the need and outcome of the initiative. Hence, II is strong. But I does not say how the grievances of the people will enhance.

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