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  1. Directions : Each of the following question consists of a statement followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a STRONG arguments and which is a WEAK Argument.

    Statement : Should school education be made free in India?

    Arguments :
    I. Yes. This is the only way to improve the level of literacy.
    II. No. It would add to the already heavy burden on the exchequer.

  2. A.

     Only argument I is strong

    B.

     Only argument II is strong

    C.

     Either I or II is strong

    D.

     Neither I nor II is strong

    E.

     Both I and II are strong

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    Answer : Option B

    Explanation :

    Making education free for all is not the only means to ensure literacy. An awareness needs to be aroused for this. So, argument I is vague. Also, such a step would require immense funds and lead to financial drain. So, argument II holds.


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