Reasoning - Statement and Argument - Discussion

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Q.

Statement: Should persons convicted of criminal offences in the past be allowed to contest elections in India?
Arguments:
I.No. Such persons cannot serve the cause of the people and country.
II.Yes. It is democracy - let people decide whom to vote.
                        
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

Answer: Option A
Explaination:

 


Clearly, persons with criminal background cannot stand to serve as the representatives of the common people. So, they should not be allowed to contest elections. Thus, only argument I holds, while II does not.




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