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Directions: Read the part of a conversation given below and answer the question that follows it.

Rohit: Our central government seems to function most efficiently when decision-making responsibilities are handled by only a few individuals. Therefore, our government should consolidate its leadership and move away from a parliamentary form of democracy.

Sanjeev: But moving our government in this direction could violate our constitutional mission to provide a parliamentary form of government for the people.

Which of the following statements describes Sanjeev’s response to Rohit?

  1. Sanjeev contradicts the reasoning used by Rohit.

  2. Sanjeev uncovers an assumption used in Rohit’s reasoning.

  3. Sanjeev brings up a possible negative consequence of accepting Rohit’s argument.

  4. Sanjeev reveals the circular reasoning used by Rohit.

  5. None of these
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Explanation

The conclusion made by Rohit is contradicted by Sanjeev by giving reference to the constitutional obligation towards the people for the given form of democracy.

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