Arguments evaluation (abolishing internal assessment in colleges): Should internal assessment be abolished? Weigh the arguments—(I) Yes: doing so will reduce the possibility of favouritism; (II) No: teaching faculty will lose control over students—against the criteria of relevance to evaluation quality, sufficiency, and institutional purpose.

Verbal Reasoning Statement and Argument Difficulty: Medium
Choose an option
  • A
    Only argument I is strong
  • B
    Only argument II is strong
  • C
    Either I or II is strong
  • D
    Neither I nor II is strong
  • E
    Both I and II are strong

Answer

Correct Answer: Only argument I is strong

Explanation

Given data

  • Question: Whether to abolish internal assessment.
  • Argument I: Abolition reduces scope for favouritism (bias) in marking.
  • Argument II: Without internal assessment, faculty will lose “control” over students.

Concept / ApproachAssessment systems must ensure fairness and validity. An argument linking policy to fairness is relevant; using assessment primarily as a “control” tool is misaligned with educational objectives.

Step-by-step evaluationStep 1: I directly addresses a recognised risk of internal marking—favouritism—and is thus a strong argument.Step 2: II is weak because discipline and engagement should arise from pedagogy, codes, and mentoring; using marks for “control” is not the core purpose of assessment.

Verification / AlternativeFairness concerns often lead to moderation/external evaluation—supporting I’s thrust.

Common pitfalls

  • Confusing student discipline with assessment design.

Final AnswerOnly argument I is strong.

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