9th Class Mental Ability Statement Analysis Question Bank Statement and Argument

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    Directions: Each question given below consists of a statement followed by two arguments numbered I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments a ?strong? argument is and which a ?weak? argument is.
    Statement: Should the prestigious people who have committed crime unknowingly, be met with special treatment?
    Arguments: I. Yes. The prestigious people do not commit crime intentionally.
    II. No. It is our policy that everybody is equal before the law.

    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

    Correct Answer: B

    Solution :

    Explanation Option [b] is correct. The Constitution of India has laid down the doctrine of 'equality before the law'. So, argument II holds strong. Also, we cannot judge the intentions of a person behind committing a crime. So, argument I is vague.


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