Statement–Argument — Should the government withdraw the order requiring police intimation when citizens host foreign visitors? Arguments: I) No; some foreign visitors have been involved in serious security threats (e.g., bombings, hijackings), and basic intimation aids risk management. II) Yes; the order can give police undue latitude to harass citizens. Choose the strong argument(s).

Difficulty: Medium

Correct Answer: if only argument I is strong.

Explanation:


Introduction / Context:
Host-intimation rules aim to assist basic verification and rapid contact during emergencies. The policy question is whether security benefits outweigh civil-liberty risks and administrative frictions.


Given Data / Assumptions:

  • High-risk events have involved foreign nationals in some instances.
  • Light-touch intimation (not onerous permits) can help risk screening.
  • Abuse risks exist and should be checked by clear SOPs, time limits, and grievance channels.


Concept / Approach:
Argument I is strong: it identifies a legitimate public-safety interest and a proportionate tool (intimation, not pre-approval). Argument II raises an important caution but does not argue for withdrawal; it argues for better safeguards. As framed, it is weaker for the binary “withdraw/retain” decision.


Step-by-Step Solution:

I: Security relevance and proportionality → strong.II: Concern about misuse, but solvable without scrapping the rule → weak for withdrawal.


Verification / Alternative check:
Many jurisdictions require basic information for foreign guests in hotels and rentals; analogous host notifications support rapid tracing.


Why Other Options Are Wrong:
“Either/Neither” misread II as decisive; “Only II” ignores security proportionality.


Common Pitfalls:
Assuming the only remedy for misuse is repeal rather than procedural safeguards.


Final Answer:
if only argument I is strong.

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