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MCQ: Arguments - 2 - Question 1
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In making decisions about important questions it is desirable that a candidate is able to distinguish between 'strong' and 'weak' arguments so far as they relate to the questions.

'Weak' arguments may not be directly related to the questions and may be of minor importance or may be related to the trivial aspect of the question.

Each question below is followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a 'strong' argument and which is a 'weak' argument.

Statement: Should there be only one rate of interest for term deposits of varying duration in banks?

Arguments: 

(I) No. People well refrain from keeping money for longer duration resulting into reduction of Liquidity level of the banks.

(II) Yes. This will be much simple for the common people and they may be encouraged to keep more money in banks.

Detailed Solution for MCQ: Arguments - 2 - Question 1

Clearly, the proposed scheme would discourage people from keeping deposits for larger duration( the rate of interest being the same for shorter duration) and not draw in more funds. So, only argument I holds.

MCQ: Arguments - 2 - Question 2
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Direction: Study the following instructions carefully and then answer the questions that follow.

In making decisions about important questions it is desirable that a candidate is able to distinguish between 'strong' and 'weak' arguments so far as they relate to the questions.

'Weak' arguments may not be directly related to the questions and may be of minor importance or may be related to the trivial aspect of the question.

Each question below is followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a 'strong' argument and which is a 'weak' argument.

Statement: Should those who receive dowry, despite the law prohibiting it, 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.

Detailed Solution for MCQ: Arguments - 2 - Question 2

Clearly, law are made to ensure that no person persuses 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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MCQ: Arguments - 2 - Question 3
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Direction: Study the following instructions carefully and then answer the questions that follow.

In making decisions about important questions it is desirable that a candidate is able to distinguish between 'strong' and 'weak' arguments so far as they relate to the questions.

'Weak' arguments may not be directly related to the questions and may be of minor importance or may be related to the trivial aspect of the question.

Each question below is followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a 'strong' argument and which is a 'weak' argument.

Statement: Should all the infrastructural development project in India be handed over to the private sector?

Arguments: 

(I) No. The private sector entitles are not equipped to handle such project.

(II) Yes. Such projects are handled by private sector in developed countries.

Detailed Solution for MCQ: Arguments - 2 - Question 3

Clearly, at the college level, all the students are assessed according to their performance in the University Exams and not on the basis of any criteria of a more intimate dealings with the students. So, argument i is vague, Also, imitating a policy on the basis that it worked not successfully in other countries, holds no relevance. Thus, argument II also does not hold strong.

MCQ: Arguments - 2 - Question 4
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Direction: Study the following instructions carefully and then answer the questions that follow.

In making decisions about important questions it is desirable that a candidate is able to distinguish between 'strong' and 'weak' arguments so far as they relate to the questions.

'Weak' arguments may not be directly related to the questions and may be of minor importance or may be related to the trivial aspect of the question.

Each question below is followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a 'strong' argument and which is a 'weak' argument.

Statement: Should Indian scientist working abroad be called back to India?

Arguments: 

(I) Yes. they must serve the motherland first and forget about discoveries, honours, facilities and all.

(II) No. We have enough talent, let them stay where they want.
Detailed Solution for MCQ: Arguments - 2 - Question 4

Clearly, every person must be free to work wherever he wants and no compulsion should be made to confine one to one's own country. So, argument I is vague. however, talented scientist can be of great benefit to the nation and some alternatives as special incentives or better prospects may be made available to them to retain them withing their motherland. So, argument II also does not hold.

MCQ: Arguments - 2 - Question 5
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Direction: Study the following instructions carefully and then answer the questions that follow.

In making decisions about important questions it is desirable that a candidate is able to distinguish between 'strong' and 'weak' arguments so far as they relate to the questions.

'Weak' arguments may not be directly related to the questions and may be of minor importance or may be related to the trivial aspect of the question.

Each question below is followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a 'strong' argument and which is a 'weak' argument.

Statement: Should the opinion polls predicting outcomes of elections before the elections be banned in India.

Arguments: 

(I) Yes. This may affect the voters' mind and may affect the outcome.

(II) No. Such polls are conducted all over the world.
Detailed Solution for MCQ: Arguments - 2 - Question 5

The opinion polls may influence the thinking of an individual and thus divert his mind from his original choice. So, argument I holds strong. Further, blindly imitating a policy followed by other countries, holds no relevance. So, argument II is vague.

MCQ: Arguments - 2 - Question 6
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Direction: Study the following instructions carefully and then answer the questions that follow.

In making decisions about important questions it is desirable that a candidate is able to distinguish between 'strong' and 'weak' arguments so far as they relate to the questions.

'Weak' arguments may not be directly related to the questions and may be of minor importance or may be related to the trivial aspect of the question.

Each question below is followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a 'strong' argument and which is a 'weak' argument.

Statement: Should we scrap the 'public Distribution System' in India?

Arguments: 

(I) Yes. Protectionism is over, everyone must get bread on his/her own.

(II) Yes. The poor do not get any benefit because of corruption.
Detailed Solution for MCQ: Arguments - 2 - Question 6

The Public Distribution System is indeed necessary to provide basic amenities to the economically backward sections of population. So, argument I is vague. Also, if the objectives of a system are not fulfilled because of corruption, then getting rid of the system is no solution. Instead, efforts should be made to end corruption and extend its benefits to the people for which it is meant. So, argument II also does not hold.

MCQ: Arguments - 2 - Question 7
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Direction: Study the following instructions carefully and then answer the questions that follow.

In making decisions about important questions it is desirable that a candidate is able to distinguish between 'strong' and 'weak' arguments so far as they relate to the questions.

'Weak' arguments may not be directly related to the questions and may be of minor importance or may be related to the trivial aspect of the question.

Each question below is followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a 'strong' argument and which is a 'weak' argument.

Statement: Should non-vegetarian food be totally banned in our country?

Arguments: 

(I) Yes. This leads to indiscriminate female foeticide and eventually will lead to social imbalance.

(II) No. People have a right to know about their unborn child.c
Detailed Solution for MCQ: Arguments - 2 - Question 7

Parent indulging in sex determination of their unborn child generally do so as they want to keep only a boy child and do away with a girl child. So, argument I holds. Also, people have a right to know only about the health, development and general well-being of the child before its birth, and not the sex. So, argument I holds strong.

MCQ: Arguments - 2 - Question 8
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Direction: Study the following instructions carefully and then answer the questions that follow.

In making decisions about important questions it is desirable that a candidate is able to distinguish between 'strong' and 'weak' arguments so far as they relate to the questions.

'Weak' arguments may not be directly related to the questions and may be of minor importance or may be related to the trivial aspect of the question.

Each question below is followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a 'strong' argument and which is a 'weak' argument.

Statement: Should all the practicing doctors be brought under Government control so that they get salary from the Government and treat patients free of cost?

Arguments: 

(I) No. How can any country do such an undemocratic thing?

(II) Yes. Despite many problems, it will certainly help minimize, if not eradicate, unethical medical practices.
Detailed Solution for MCQ: Arguments - 2 - Question 8

A doctor treating a patient individually can mislead the patient into wrong and unnecessary treatment for his personal gain. So, argument II holds strong. Also, a policy beneficial to common people cannot be termed 'undemocratic'. So. I is vague.

MCQ: Arguments - 2 - Question 9
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Direction: Study the following instructions carefully and then answer the questions that follow.

In making decisions about important questions it is desirable that a candidate is able to distinguish between 'strong' and 'weak' arguments so far as they relate to the questions.

'Weak' arguments may not be directly related to the questions and may be of minor importance or may be related to the trivial aspect of the question.

Each question below is followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a 'strong' argument and which is a 'weak' argument.

Statement: Should Government close down loss-making public sector enterprises?

Arguments: 

(I) No. All employees will lose their jobs, security and earning, what would they do?

(II) Yes. In a competitive world the rule is survival of the fittest.
Detailed Solution for MCQ: Arguments - 2 - Question 9

Closing down public-sector enterprises will definitely throw the engaged persons out of employment. So, argument I holds. Also, closing down is no solution for a loss-making enterprise. Rather, its causes of failure should be studied, analyzed and the essential reforms implemented. Even if this does not work out, the enterprise may be privatized. So, argument II is vague.

MCQ: Arguments - 2 - Question 10
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Direction: Study the following instructions carefully and then answer the questions that follow.

In making decisions about important questions it is desirable that a candidate is able to distinguish between 'strong' and 'weak' arguments so far as they relate to the questions.

'Weak' arguments may not be directly related to the questions and may be of minor importance or may be related to the trivial aspect of the question.

Each question below is followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a 'strong' argument and which is a 'weak' argument.

Statement: Should there be concentration of foreign investment in only few states?

Arguments: 

(I) No. It is against the policy of overall development of the country.

(II) Yes. large number of states lack infrastructure to attract foreign investment.
Detailed Solution for MCQ: Arguments - 2 - Question 10

An equitable distribution of foreign investment is a must for uniform development all over the country. So, argument I holds. Also, no backward state ought to be neglected, rather such states should be prepared and shaped up to attract foreign investment as well. So, II does not hold.

MCQ: Arguments - 2 - Question 11
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Direction: Study the following instructions carefully and then answer the questions that follow.

In making decisions about important questions it is desirable that a candidate is able to distinguish between 'strong' and 'weak' arguments so far as they relate to the questions.

'Weak' arguments may not be directly related to the questions and may be of minor importance or may be related to the trivial aspect of the question.

Each question below is followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a 'strong' argument and which is a 'weak' argument.

Statement: Should there be an upper age limit of 65 years for contesting Parliamentary/ Legislative Assembly elections?

Arguments: 

(I) Yes. Generally, people above the age of 65 lose their dynamism and will power.

(II) No. The life span is so increased that people remain physically and mentally active even up to the age of 80.
Detailed Solution for MCQ: Arguments - 2 - Question 11

The age of a person is no criterion for judging his mental capabilities and administrative qualities. So, none of the arguments holds strong.

MCQ: Arguments - 2 - Question 12
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Direction: Study the following instructions carefully and then answer the questions that follow.

In making decisions about important questions it is desirable that a candidate is able to distinguish between 'strong' and 'weak' arguments so far as they relate to the questions.

'Weak' arguments may not be directly related to the questions and may be of minor importance or may be related to the trivial aspect of the question.

Each question below is followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a 'strong' argument and which is a 'weak' argument.

Statement: Should there be reservation in Government jobs for candidates from single child family.

Arguments: 

(I) No. this is not advisable as the jobs should be offered to only deserving candidates without any reservation for a particular group.

(II) Yes. This will help reduce the growing population in India as the parents will be encouraged to adopt single child norm.
Detailed Solution for MCQ: Arguments - 2 - Question 12

The Government has already made provisions for reservation of jobs for the economically backward sections, which is a must. So, abolishing the practice of reservation altogether has no meaning. Thus, argument I is vague. Also, more reservations would lead to non-recruitment of many more deserving candidates. Besides, such a reservation, if implemented, will cater to the job requirements of only a small section of population and not a major part of it. So, argument II also does not hold strong.

MCQ: Arguments - 2 - Question 13
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Direction: Study the following instructions carefully and then answer the questions that follow.

In making decisions about important questions it is desirable that a candidate is able to distinguish between 'strong' and 'weak' arguments so far as they relate to the questions.

'Weak' arguments may not be directly related to the questions and may be of minor importance or may be related to the trivial aspect of the question.

Each question below is followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a 'strong' argument and which is a 'weak' argument.

Statement: Should the railways immediately stop issuing free passes to all its employees?

Arguments: 

(I) No. The employees have the right to travel free.

(II) Yes. This will help railways to provide better facility.
Detailed Solution for MCQ: Arguments - 2 - Question 13

The free passes given to railway employees is a privilege for them, not their right. So, argument I does not hold. Argument II seems to be vague.

MCQ: Arguments - 2 - Question 14
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Direction: Study the following instructions carefully and then answer the questions that follow.

In making decisions about important questions it is desirable that a candidate is able to distinguish between 'strong' and 'weak' arguments so far as they relate to the questions.

'Weak' arguments may not be directly related to the questions and may be of minor importance or may be related to the trivial aspect of the question.

Each question below is followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a 'strong' argument and which is a 'weak' argument.

Statement:  Should all the annual examinations up to Std. V be abolished?

Arguments: 

(I) Yes. The young students should not be burdened with examinations which hampers their natural growth.

(II) No. The students will not study seriously as they will get automatic promotion to the next class and this will affect them in them future.
Detailed Solution for MCQ: Arguments - 2 - Question 14

Clearly, neither the students can be burdened with studies at such a tender age, nor can they be left free to take studies casually, as this shall weaken their basic foundation. So, both the argument follow.

MCQ: Arguments - 2 - Question 15
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Direction: Study the following instructions carefully and then answer the questions that follow.

In making decisions about important questions it is desirable that a candidate is able to distinguish between 'strong' and 'weak' arguments so far as they relate to the questions.

'Weak' arguments may not be directly related to the questions and may be of minor importance or may be related to the trivial aspect of the question.

Each question below is followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a 'strong' argument and which is a 'weak' argument.

Statement: Should luxury hotels be banned in India?

Arguments: 

(I) Yes. They are places from where international criminals operate.

(II) No. Affluent foreign into a dialogue with neighbouring countries to stop cross border tension?
Detailed Solution for MCQ: Arguments - 2 - Question 15

Clearly, the luxury hotels are a mark of country's standard and a place for staying for the affluent foreign tourists. So, argument II holds. Argument I is not a strong reason because ban on hotels is not a way to do away with the activities of international criminals.

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