Logical Reasoning

Statement and Arguments - Expert Level

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Statement and Arguments - Expert Level

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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.

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

Give answer:

(A)  If only argument I is strong

(B)  If only argument II is strong

(C)  If either I or II is strong

(D)  If neither I nor II is strong and

(E)  If both I and II are strong.

Question 11
Statement : Should judiciary be independent of the executive ?
Arguments :

I. This Would help curb the unlawful activities of the executive.
II. No. The executive would not be able to take bold measures.

A
If only argument I is strong
B
If only argument II is strong
C
If either I or II is strong
D
If neither I nor II is strong and
E
If both I and II are strong
Correct Answer: Option A

Clearly, Independent judiciary is necessary for impartial judgement so that the executive does not take wrong measures. So, argument I holds.

Question 12
Statement : Should there be a complete ban on use of all types of chemical pesticides in India ?
Arguments :

I. No. The pests will destroy all the corps and the farmers will have nothing to harvest.
II. Yes. The chemical pesticides used in agriculture pollute the water underground and this has become a serious health hazard.

A
If only argument I is strong
B
If only argument II is strong
C
If either I or II is strong
D
If neither I nor II is strong and
E
If both I and II are strong
Correct Answer: Option E

Clearly, pesticides are meant to prevent the corps from harmful pests. But at the same time, they get washed away with water and contaminate the groundwater. Thus both the arguments hold strong.

Question 13
Statement : Should system of offering jobs only to the wards of government employees be introduced in all government offices in India ?
Arguments : 

I. No, It denies opportunity in many deserving individuals and government may stand to loose in the long run.
II. No. It is against the principal of equality does not government owe its responsibility to all its citizen.
A
If only argument I is strong
B
If only argument II is strong
C
If either I or II is strong
D
If neither I nor II is strong and
E
If both I and II are strong
Correct Answer: Option E

Merit, fair selection and equal opportunities for all - these three factors, if taken care of, can help government recruit competent officials and also fulfill the objective of the Constitution. Thus, both the argument hold strong.

Question 14
Statement : Should young enterpreneurs be encouraged ?
Arguments : 

I. Yes. They will help in industrial develoment of the country.
II. Yes. They will reduce the burden on employment market.
A
If only argument I is strong
B
If only argument II is strong
C
If either I or II is strong
D
If neither I nor II is strong and
E
If both I and II are strong
Correct Answer: Option E

Clearly encourage the young entrepreneurs will open up the field for the establishment of new industries. Thus, it shall help in industrial development and not only employee the entrepreneurs but create more job opportunities for other as well. So, both the arguments hold strong.

Question 15
Statement : Should government jobs in rural areas have more incentive ?
Arguments :

I. Yes incentives are essential for attracting government servants there.
II. No. rural areas are already cheaper, healthier and less complex then big cities. So, why offer extra incentives!
A
If only argument I is strong
B
If only argument II is strong
C
If either I or II is strong
D
If neither I nor II is strong and
E
If both I and II are strong
Correct Answer: Option A

Clearly government jobs in rural areas are underlined with several difficulties. In lieu of these, extra incentives are needed. So, only argument I holds strong.

Question 16
Statement : Should the prestigious people who have committed crime unknowingly, be met with special treatment ?
Arguments :

I. Yes. The prestigious people do not commit crime intentionally.
II. No. It is our policy that everybody is equal before the law.
A
If only argument I is strong
B
If only argument II is strong
C
If either I or II is strong
D
If neither I nor II is strong and
E
If both I and II are strong
Correct Answer: Option B

The Constitution of India has laid down the doctrine of 'equality before the law' . So, argument II holds strong. Also, we cannot judge the intentions of a person behind committing a crime. So, argument I is vague.

Question 17
Statement : Should there be uniforms for students in colleges in India as in the schools ?
Arguments :

I. Yes. This will improve the ambiance of the colleges as all the student will be decently dressed.
II. No. The college students should not be regimented and they should be left to choose their clothes for coming to the college.


A
If only argument I is strong
B
If only argument II is strong
C
If either I or II is strong
D
If neither I nor II is strong and
E
If both I and II are strong
Correct Answer: Option B

Clearly, after being in strict discipline and following a formal dress code of the schools for so many years, the students must be granted some liberty in the college life, as they have to take on the responsibilities of life, next, besides, schools adopt uniforms to take care of the security of the child - an aspect which does not matter much in the colleges. So, argument II holds strong. Also, the environment of the college depends on the students' dedication and etiquettes and not on their uniforms . So, argument I is vague.

Question 18
Statement : Should school education be made free in India ?
Arguments :

I. Yes. This is the only way to improve the level of literacy.
II. No. It would add to the already heavy burden on the exchequer.
A
If only argument I is strong
B
If only argument II is strong
C
If either I or II is strong
D
If neither I nor II is strong and
E
If both I and II are strong
Correct Answer: Option B

Making education free for all is not the only means to ensure literacy. An awareness need to be aroused for this. So, argument I is vague. Also, such a step would require immense funds and lead to financial drain. So, argument II holds.

Question 19
Statement : Should Doordarshan be given autonomous status ?
Arguments :

I. Yes. It will help Doordarshan to have fair and impartial coverage of all important events.
II. No. The coverage of events will be decided by a few how may not have healthy outlook.
A
If only argument I is strong
B
If only argument II is strong
C
If either I or II is strong
D
If neither I nor II is strong and
E
If both I and II are strong
Correct Answer: Option A

Clearly, the autonomous status of the Doordarshan will be a step towards giving it independence for an impartial coverage. Autonomous status does not mean that the coverage will be decided by a few. So, only argument I holds.

Question 20
Statement : Should government stop spending huge amount of money on international sports ?
Arguments :

I. Yes. This money can be utilized for upliftment of the poor.
II. No. Sport person will be frustrated and will not get international exposure.
A
If only argument I is strong
B
If only argument II is strong
C
If either I or II is strong
D
If neither I nor II is strong and
E
If both I and II are strong
Correct Answer: Option B

clearly, spending money on sports cannot be avoided merely because it can be spent on socio-economic problems. So, argument I does not hold. Also, if the expenses on sports are curtailed, the sports persons would face lack of facilities and training and our country will lag behind in the international sports competitions. So, II holds.

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