Statement and Arguments Online Quiz



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Each of the following question consists of one statement followed by two arguments. You have to decide which one of them is stronger and which one of them is weak.

Q 1 - Statement: Should Sin tax be included in GST?

Arguments:

I. Yes, everyone and every product have right to equality.

II. No, as it is bad for society, there should be cascading of tax on it. So that people will be reluctant to use it.

Options :

A - Only argument I is strong.

B - Only argument II is strong.

C - Either I or II is strong.

D - Neither I nor II is strong.

E - Both I and II are strong.

Answer : B

Explanation

Argument II is strong about Sin tax. However; argument I is very weak to support this statement.

Each of the following question consists of one statement followed by two arguments. You have to decide which one of them is stronger and which one of them is weak.

Q 2 - Statement: Should state medium board adopt teaching style of CBSE medium board?

Arguments:

I. Yes, CBSE medium students are getting into IITs.

II. No, state medium board has its own mode of teaching.

Options :

A - Only argument I is strong.

B - Only argument II is strong.

C - Either I or II is strong.

D - Neither I nor II is strong.

E - Both I and II are strong.

Answer : D

Explanation

None of the above arguments have valid ground to support the given statement.

Each of the following question consists of one statement followed by two arguments. You have to decide which one of them is stronger and which one of them is weak.

Q 3 - Statement: Should India file its nomination for hosting Olympics?

Arguments:

I. Yes, India should showcase its hosting capability to the world.

II. No, India is not able to host CWG without corruption.

Options :

A - Only argument I is strong.

B - Only argument II is strong.

C - Either I or II is strong.

D - Neither I nor II is strong.

E - Both I and II are strong.

Answer : A

Explanation

Just because of one scam, India should not hold itself back from hosting such a prestigious game event, as successful organisation of such events can bring fame to the nation.

Each of the following question consists of one statement followed by two arguments. You have to decide which one of them is stronger and which one of them is weak.

Q 4 - Statement: Should Mahatma Gandhi be awarded with prestigious posthumous noble prize?

Arguments:

I. Yes, he sacrificed his life for the freedom of India and Pakistan by the virtue of non-violence.

II. No, noble peace academy dishonoured him. There is no point of giving him award after the death.

Options :

A - Only argument I is strong.

B - Only argument II is strong.

C - Either I or II is strong.

D - Neither I nor II is strong.

E - Both I and II are strong.

Answer : A

Explanation

Clearly argument II has no valid base. Gandhi has fought for noble cause and hence should be awarded with posthumously.

Each of the following question consists of one statement followed by two arguments. You have to decide which one of them is stronger and which one of them is weak.

Q 5 - Statement: Should India interfere to find a solution between Israel and Pakistan?

Arguments:

I. Yes, India has intellects, scholars and wise men to handle such situation.

II. No, India has its own problems which has not been solved for years.

Options :

A - Only argument I is strong.

B - Only argument II is strong.

C - Either I or II is strong.

D - Neither I nor II is strong.

E - Both I and II are strong.

Answer : B

Explanation

If India is dealing with its own problem then it is not wise to advice or interfere in any other nations matter.

Each of the following question consists of one statement followed by two arguments. You have to decide which one of them is stronger and which one of them is weak.

Q 6 - Statement: Should our government. declare national holidays on death of popular national personalities?

Arguments:

I. Yes, we must respect the departed soul for their contributions.

II. No, these extra holidays may check national growth.

Options :

A - Only argument I is strong.

B - Only argument II is strong.

C - Either I or II is strong.

D - Neither I nor II is strong.

E - Both I and II are strong.

Answer : B

Explanation

If we will think about Indian economy, extra holidays will hamper national progress. Hence argument II is strong.

Each of the following question consists of one statement followed by two arguments. You have to decide which one of them is stronger and which one of them is weak.

Q 7 - Statement: Should hunting of even a small bird be banned across the country?

Arguments:

I. Yes, hunting is affecting the forests and in turn is affecting the ecological system.

II. No, as hunters will starve to death.

Options :

A - Only argument I is strong.

B - Only argument II is strong.

C - Either I or II is strong.

D - Neither I nor II is strong.

E - Both I and II are strong.

Answer : A

Explanation

Hunters can find veggies to eat but spoiling environment for their stomach is not right so argument I is strong.

Each of the following question consists of one statement followed by two arguments. You have to decide which one of them is stronger and which one of them is weak.

Q 8 - Statement: Should all competitive examinations for selecting candidates for job must be online?

Arguments:

I. Yes, this will reduce paperwork and is beneficial for environment.

II. Yes, this process will be transparent and corruption free.

Options :

A - Only argument I is strong.

B - Only argument II is strong.

C - Either I or II is strong.

D - Neither I nor II is strong.

E - Both I and II are strong.

Answer : E

Explanation

Both the arguments are strong in context of the statement.

Each of the following question consists of one statement followed by two arguments. You have to decide which one of them is stronger and which one of them is weak.

Q 9 - Statement: Is state of Jammu and Kashmir going to have elections in near future?

Arguments:

I. Yes, some politicians are creating situations that demand elections.

II. No, their CM is a strong person and has good support and will complete his tenure.

Options :

A - Only argument I is strong.

B - Only argument II is strong.

C - Either I or II is strong.

D - Neither I nor II is strong.

E - Both I and II are strong.

Answer : D

Explanation

None of the arguments is strong and are not able to justify the statement.

Each of the following question consists of one statement followed by two arguments. You have to decide which one of them is stronger and which one of them is weak.

Q 10 - Statement: Should encouragement be given to the cottage industries in rural areas?

Arguments:

I. Yes, creativity is there among rural peoples.

II. Yes, this will help in eradicating problem of unemployment to much extent in rural areas.

Options :

A - Only argument I is strong.

B - Only argument II is strong.

C - Either I or II is strong.

D - Neither I nor II is strong.

E - Both I and II are strong.

Answer : E

Explanation

Both the arguments are strong enough to support the given statement logically.

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