Statement: Should the political parties be banned?Arguments:Yes. It is necessary to teach a lesson to the politicians.No. It will lead to an end of democracy.

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Statement: Should the political parties be banned?
Arguments:
Yes. It is necessary to teach a lesson to the politicians.
No. It will lead to an end of democracy.

Only argument I is strong

Only argument II is strong

Either I or II is strong

Neither I nor II is strong

Explanation:

Answer: Option D
Clearly, with the ban on political parties, candidates can independently contest elections. So, it will not end democracy. Thus, argument II does not hold. Argument I does not give a strong reason.

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Statement: Should system of offering jobs only to the wards of government employees be introduced in all government offices in India?
Arguments:
No. It denies opportunity to many deserving individuals and government may stand to lose in the long run.
No. It is against the principle of equality, does not government owe its responsibility to all its citizens?

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