Multiple choice

Directions: An assertion is a point of view. An argument is a statement meant to convince another about a certain point of view. A counter-argument contains logic opposed to assertion. Based on these, classify the four sentences in question below.

(A) Concluding assertion (B) Supporting reason (C) Statement irrelevant to the argument
(D) Counter - argument

A. Diversity in political views is extremely beneficial as it creates competitiveness in the polity. B. The possibility of a hung parliament in an unmanageable nation like India is frightening. C. When chaos reigns supreme everywhere, the need for a strong government is genuinely felt. D. If there are different political parties vying for the top slots and no one gets a clear majority, it can only augur well for the whole nation.

  1. DABC

  2. DACC

  3. DABD

  4. DABB
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Option (1) DABD Sentence marked as assertion is ' the possibility of a hung parliament in an unmanageable nation like Indian is frightening; easily the sentence 1 as well as beneficial and well for nation are against the idea proposed in the about assertion. Only sentence 3 supports the assertion. Thus given classification is perfectly valid and therefore, option (3) is correct answer.

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