Home » Verbal Reasoning » Statement and Argument

Statement Should system of offering jobs only to the wards of government employees be introduced in all government offices in India Argument I. No, it denies opportunity to many deserving individuals and government may stand to loss in the long run. II. No, it is against the principle of quality. Does government not owe its responsibility to all its citizens?

if only Argument I is strong
if only Argument II is strong
if either I or II is strong
if both I and II are strong

Correct Answer: if both I and II are strong

Explanation:

Merit, fair selection and equal opportunities for all,these factors ,if taken care of, can help government recruit competent officials and also fulfil the objective of the constitution.Hence both the argument hold strong.

← Previous Question Next Question→

More Questions from Statement and Argument

Statement Should the sex determination during pregnancy be completely banned? Argument I. Yes, this leads to discriminate female infanticide and eventually will lead to social imbalance? II. No, people have the right to knows about their unborn child.
Statement Should the opinion polls predicting outcome of elections before the elections be banned in India? Argument I. Yes, this may affects the voters mind and may affect the outcome. II. No, such polls are conducted all over the world.
Statement Should the vehicles older than 15 yr be barred in metros in India? Argument I. Yes, this is a significant step to lower the pollution level in metros. II. No, it will be very difficult for vehicle owners to shift to other parts of the country.
Statement Should person convicted of criminal offenses in the past be allowed to contest elections in India? Argument I. No, such person cannot serve the cause of the people and country . II. Yes,it is democracy -Let people decide whom to vote.
Statement Should government close down loss-making public sector enterprises? Argument I. No, all employees will lose their job, security and earning , what would they do? II. Yes, in a competitive world, the rule is 'survival of the fittest'.
Statement Should the prestigious people who has committed crime, unmovingly be met with special treatment? Arguments I. Yes, the prestigious people don't commit crime intentionally. II. No, it is our policy that everybody is equal before the law.
Statement Should India have no military force at all? Argument I. No, other countries in the world do not believe in non-violence. II. Yes,many Indians believe in non-violence.
Statement Should all professional colleges in India be encouraged to run their own courses without affiliations to any university? Argument I. Yes,it is the only way to create more opportunities for those who seek professional training. II. No, this will dilute the quality of professional training as all such colleges may not be equipped to conduct such courses.
Statement Should India support all the international policies of USA? Argument I. No, many other powerful countries don't support the same. II. Yes, this is the only way to gain USA development funds.
Statement Is death perfect cure to the physical sufferings? Argument I. Yes,when nothing is left,how can there be ailment. II. No,deep physical suffering reach the spirit and must be continuing in same intensity after death.

Discussion & Comments

No comments yet. Be the first to comment!

Join Discussion