Multiple choice

Directions: In making decisions about important questions, it is desirable to be able to distinguish between 'strong' arguments and 'weak' arguments, so far as they relate to the question. 'Strong' arguments must be both important and directly related to the question. 'Weak' arguments may not be directly related to the question. The question below is 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 (1) if only argument I is strong; give answer (2) if only argument II is strong; give answer (3) if one could weaken the other; give answer (4) if neither I nor II is strong; and give answer (5) if both I and II are strong.

Statement: Should kissing and nudity be shown in Indian films? Arguments: I. Yes. It is being shown all over the world. II. No. It will damage the moral fibre of the Indian society.

  1. (1)

  2. (2)

  3. (3)

  4. (4)

  5. (5)
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Both these arguments are weak. If something is shown all over the world, it doesn't mean we should also show it. Statement 2 is incoherent because it depends upon numerous factors such as purpose, context and audience.

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