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Statement Gambling though lotteries is banned by the central Government in all the states with immediate effect. Assumptions I. This may save innocent citizens from getting cheated of their hard earned money. II. The citizens may not gamble in any other way, if the lotteries are banned.

if only assumption I is implicit
if only assumption II is implicit
if either Assumption I or II is implicit
if neither Assumption I nor II is implicit

Correct Answer: if only assumption I is implicit

Explanation:

It is a fact that Government's moves are generally aimed at protecting the interests of the masses. Hence, I implicit, II is invalid because "any other way" suggests that there might be other means of gambling which have not been considered detrimental for the people.

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