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 India be ruled by a coalition of regional parties?
Arguments:
I. Yes. This would give the states more say in the government and hence put an end to secessionist tendencies.
II. No. A coalition government will he unstable and ever in crisis.
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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; and
- if both I and II are strong.
Correct Option: E
Both the argument are strong. I is strong because we have seen how some of the states have gone the dangerous way because of a feeling of neglect. The larger parties are dominated by leaders from larger states, so the interests of the smaller ones are given the go-by. II is also strong because we have been witnessing this for quite a few years and also how this has led to a growth slower than expected.
