Direction: In making decisions about important questions, it is desirable to be able to distinguish between ''Strong'' arguments and ''Weak'' arguments insofar as they relate to the question. ''Strong'' arguments are those which are both important and directly related to the question. ''Weak'' arguments are those which are of minor importance and also may not be directly related to the question or may be related to a trivial aspect of the question.
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Statement: Dividing states into smaller districts would be beneficial for the country.
Arguments:
I.Yes, that would help to grip the situation with more integrated administrative structures.
II. No, this would unnecessarily increase the expenses on administration
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- if only argument I is strong
- if only argument II is strong
- if either I or II is strong
- if neither I nor II is strong.
Correct Option: B
Argument I is not strong because correct administrative status or performance may control even big states properly. But argument II has its obvious explanation as the cost is going to increase anyway if we set up new offices,recruit new personnel etc.,
