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Statement: Should those who receive dowry, despite the low prohibiting, be punished? Arguments: I. Yes. Those who violate the law, must be punished. II. No. Dowry system is firmly rooted in the society since time immemorial.

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

Correct Answer: if only argument I is strong

Explanation:

Clearly, laws are made to ensure that no person pursues the practice. So, persons who violate the laws need to be punished. Thus, argument I holds. A wrong practice, no matter how firmly rooted, needs to be ended. So, argument II is vague.

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