Statement: Should the persons below the age of 18 years be allowed to join armed forces?Arguments:No. Persons below the age of 18 do not attain both physical and mental maturity to shoulder such burden.Yes. This will help the country develop its armed forces which will serve the country for a longer time.

Statement: Should the persons below the age of 18 years be allowed to join armed forces?
Arguments:
No. Persons below the age of 18 do not attain both physical and mental maturity to shoulder such burden.
Yes. This will help the country develop its armed forces which will serve the country for a longer time.

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 A
The armed forces must consist of physically strong and mentally mature individuals to take care of defence properly. So, argument I holds strong. Clearly, argument II holds no relevance.