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Statement Should private sector be permitted to operate telephone services? Arguments I. Yes, they are operating in advanced western countries. II. No, it is risky to put them in private hands.

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:

None of the argument is strong. Argument I is weak because if it is operating successfully in Western Countries, it may not necessarily succeed in India i.e., based on example. Argument II is irrelevant.

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