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Direction: In making decisions about important question, it is desirable to be able to distinguish between 'strong' arguments and 'weak' arguments. 'Strong' arguments must be both important and directly related to the question. 'Weak' arguments may not be directly related to the question and may be of minor importance or may be related trivial aspects of the question. Each question below is followed by three arguments numbered I,II and III. You have to decide which of the arguments is a 'strong' argument and which is a 'weak' argument?

  1. Statement
    Should all the deemed universities be derecognized and attached to any of the Central or state universities in India?
    Arguments
    I. Yes, many of the these deemed Universities do not conform to the required standards of a full-fledged university and hence, the level of education is compromised with.
    II. No, these Deemed Universities have been able to introduce innovative courses suitable to the requirement of various industries as they are free from strict Government controls.
    III. Yes many such universities are basically money spinning activities and education takes a backseat in these institutions.
    1. I and II are strong
    2. II and III are strong
    3. I and III are strong
    4. None of the above
    5. All are strong
Correct Option: D

Only Argument II is strong, Arguments I and III are weak as 'All' cannot be punished for the fault of 'many.'



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