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Direction: Study the following instructions carefully and then answer the questions that follow.
In making decisions about important questions, it is desirable that a candidate is able to distinguish between 'strong' and 'weak' argument so for as they relate to the questions. 'Weak' argument may not be directly related to the trivial aspect of the question. Each question below is followed by two argument numbered I and II. You have to decide which of the argument is a 'strong' argument and which is a 'weak'.

  1. Statement
    Should all professional colleges in India be encouraged to run their own courses without affiliations to any university ?
    Argument
    I. Yes,it is the only way to create more opportunities for those who seek professional training.
    II. No, this will dilute the quality of professional training as all such colleges may not be equipped to conduct such courses.
    1. if only Argument I is strong
    2. if only Argument II is strong
    3. if either I or II is strong
    4. if neither I nor II is strong
Correct Option: D

Word 'only' makes Argument I vague.Also,Argument II does not hold the statement



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