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:
Should there be a ban on facilitating free train service to the persons taking part in rallies organised by reputed parties?
Argument:
I. Yes, rallies create many problems like road jams, disruption in day -to-day activities etc and create inconvenience for the common man.
II. No, otherwise people will hesitate to participate in any rallies.
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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: D
I is not strong because it is not pinpointing the core issue and stresses on the disadvantage of rally in general. II is weak because it is too simplistic and does not have argumentative substance.
