Direction: In each of the questions below is given a statement followed by two courses of action numbered I and II. A Courses of action is a step for administrative decision to be taken for improvement, follows-up or further action in regard to the problem, policy etc. On the basis of the information given in the statement. you have to assume everything in the statement to be true, then decide which of the suggested courses of action logically follow (s) worth pursuing.
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Statement
The prices of foodgrains and vegetables have substantially increased due to prolonged strike call given by the truck owners association.
Courses of Action
I. The Government should immediately make alternative arrangements to ensure adequate supply of foodgrains and vegetable in the market.
II. The Government should take steps to cancel the licence of all the vehicles belonging to the association.
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- if only I follows
- if only II follows
- if either I or II follows
- if neither I nor II follows
Correct Option: A
The cause of increase in price of vegetables is the strike of trucks owners association. Therefore, the Government should ensure adequate supply of food grains and vegetables in the market. Courses of action II is not appropriate.
