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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.

  1. Statement:
    Should the government enact stricter laws against the spread of hutment colonies?
    Arguments:
    I. No, it is incumbent upon the government to provide food, shelter and clothing for every citizen.
    II. Yes, huntsmen colonies are spreading rapidly and in future it may affect population -civic amenities equilibrium.










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    Directive principles of Indian Constitutions cell upon government to provide food , shelter and clothing for every citizen but government has not been forced to comply with them. Besides, providing shelter need not be in the from of random hutment colonies. Hence I is weak.
    II is strong because shelter without civic amenities is not sustainable.

    Correct Option: B

    Directive principles of Indian Constitutions cell upon government to provide food , shelter and clothing for every citizen but government has not been forced to comply with them. Besides, providing shelter need not be in the from of random hutment colonies. Hence I is weak.
    II is strong because shelter without civic amenities is not sustainable.

  1. Statement:
    Should scientists be allowed to go for human cloning?
    Arguments:
    I. Yes, human cloning is going to be a terrific way to beat diseases and will give childless couples an opportunity to have baby.
    II. No, experts say that serious malformations have occurred in all species cloned so far, and it is sure it will happen in humans too. Scientists should not be allowed to meddle with nature.










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    Allowing human embryo cloning will harness the benefits of embryonic stem cells that can potentially alleviate suffering in diseases such as diabetes, Parkinson's and Alzheimer's Hence I is strong .
    People have witnessed serious malformation in all species cloned so far, which implies that success rate is abysmally poor. Low success rate makes argument II forceful.

    Correct Option: E

    Allowing human embryo cloning will harness the benefits of embryonic stem cells that can potentially alleviate suffering in diseases such as diabetes, Parkinson's and Alzheimer's Hence I is strong .
    People have witnessed serious malformation in all species cloned so far, which implies that success rate is abysmally poor. Low success rate makes argument II forceful.

  1. Statement:
    Should various State Electricity Boards conduct raids check use of ACs during peak hours?
    Arguments :
    I. Yes, electricity is one of the main sources of energy which facilitates people many amenities, therefore it is necessary to save electricity during peak hours.
    II. No, in fact, what should really be checked is whether the person is actually exceeding the installed or the connected load than is justified and it is a common sight to see many connections running illegally form a pole to pilfer electricity.










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    I is strong because ACs consume too much of electricity, creating a problem of supply for the other more necessary amenities. II is not strong: there is not so much of electricity available as to allow everyone to use his peak load capacity.

    Correct Option: A

    I is strong because ACs consume too much of electricity, creating a problem of supply for the other more necessary amenities. II is not strong: there is not so much of electricity available as to allow everyone to use his peak load capacity.

  1. Statements:
    Should all those who are convicted for heinous crimes like murder or rape, beyond all reasonable doubts be given capital punished or death penalty?
    Arguments:
    I. No. the death penalty should be given only in very rate and exceptional cases.
    II. Yes. This is the only way to punish such people who take other' lives or indulge in inhuman activities
    III. Yes. Such sever punishments only will make people refrain from such heinous acts and the society will be safer.
    IV. No. Those who are repentant for the crime they committed should be given a chance to improve and lead a normal life.










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    Clearly, a 'person commuting a heinous crime like murder or rape should be so punished as to set an example for other not to attempt such acts in future. So, argument III holds strong. Argument I is vague while the use of the word 'only' in argument II makes it weak. Also, it cannot be assured whether a criminal is really repentant of his acts or not, he may also exhibit so just to get rid off punishment. So, argument IV also does not hold.

    Correct Option: C

    Clearly, a 'person commuting a heinous crime like murder or rape should be so punished as to set an example for other not to attempt such acts in future. So, argument III holds strong. Argument I is vague while the use of the word 'only' in argument II makes it weak. Also, it cannot be assured whether a criminal is really repentant of his acts or not, he may also exhibit so just to get rid off punishment. So, argument IV also does not hold.

  1. Statement:
    Should the rule of wearing helmet for both driver and pillion rider while driving a motor bike be enforced strictly?
    Argument:
    I. Yes. It is a rule and rules should be followed strictly by all.
    II. No. Each individual knows how to protect his own life and it should be left to his discretion.
    III. No. It does not ensure safety as only the head is protected and rest of the body is not.
    IV. Yes. It is a necessity as head, being the most sensitive organ, is protected by the helmet.










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    Clearly, the rule has been devised or the safety of two-wheeler riders, as majority of two-wheeler accidents result in direct fall of the rider, leading to head injury and finally death. And the objective of a rule cannot be fulfilled until it is followed by all and this required strict enforcement. Thus, both I and IV hold strong, while III does not. Besides, it is the basic duty of the Government to look after the safety of the citizens and it ought not leave it to the safety of the citizens and it ought not leave it to the direction of the individuals. So, argument II does not hold strong.

    Correct Option: C

    Clearly, the rule has been devised or the safety of two-wheeler riders, as majority of two-wheeler accidents result in direct fall of the rider, leading to head injury and finally death. And the objective of a rule cannot be fulfilled until it is followed by all and this required strict enforcement. Thus, both I and IV hold strong, while III does not. Besides, it is the basic duty of the Government to look after the safety of the citizens and it ought not leave it to the safety of the citizens and it ought not leave it to the direction of the individuals. So, argument II does not hold strong.