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Statement: The Chief minister of state A expressed serious concern over the 32 per cent drop-out rate in government schools. Conclusions : I. There is a growing concern in state A over the flight of students from schools. II. State A is trying all out to increase its literacy rate.

if only conclusion I follows
if only conclusion II follows
if either I or II follows
if neither I nor II follows, and

Correct Answer: if only conclusion I follows

Explanation:

The serious concern by the State chief clearly indicates that there is concern over the decreasing attendance in school. Hence I follows. But II can't be concluded.
Not all concerns of the politicians get translated into endeavours.

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