Multiple choice

Directions: In making decisions about important question, it is desirable to be able to distinguish between 'strong' arguments and 'weak' arguments. 'Strong' arguments are those which are both important and directly related to the question. 'Weak' arguments are those which are of minor importance and they are directly related to the question or may be related to a trivial aspect of the question. The question below is followed by two arguments numbered I and II. You have to decide that which of the given arguments is a 'strong' argument and which is a 'weak' argument.

Statement: Should labour reforms be immediately introduced in India? Arguments: I. Yes, this will help to increase the productivity in all the sectors, in general and in the public sector, in particular. II. No, many other countries have not implemented this so far.

  1. Only argument I is strong.

  2. Only argument II is strong.

  3. Either I or II is strong.

  4. Neither I nor II is strong.

  5. Both I and II are strong.
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Argument I is strong. No doubt, labour reforms will encourage the labour to work more efficiently which will be helpful in increasing the productivity. Argument II is not strong because it is not a right way of arguing basic needs of India may be different from those of other countries.

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