Multiple choice

Directions: From the alternatives, choose the one which correctly classifies the four sentences as a

F: Fact: If it relates to a known matter of direct observation, or an existing reality or something known to be true. J: Judgement: If it is an opinion or estimate or anticipation of common sense or intention. I: Inference: If it is a logical conclusion or deduction about something, based on the knowledge of facts.

  1. The Commerce Ministry constituted many expert committees to find an alternative to the duty entitlement passbook scheme (DEPB), but no workable replacement for the scheme was suggested.
  2. The DEPB scheme is designed by the Commerce Ministry to reimburse basic and special customs duty paid by an exporter on imported goods.
  3. The DEPB scheme is full of anomalies as there is a plethora of taxes existing at the state level and the Central government may not have the authority to reimburse state taxes.
  4. Hooda committee has recommended extending the DEPB scheme by three years, but this is no tangible solution.

  1. JFIJ

  2. FFIJ

  3. IIJF

  4. FIJF

  5. JFJF

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Statement 1 refers to DEPB scheme of the Commerce Ministry, which could not be replaced for want of a suitable alternative. This has to be a fact. Statement 2 refers to the basic purpose of the scheme, which is again a fact. Statement 3 refers to an inference based on a premise. Statement 4 is a judgment.

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