Statement and Argument Questions and Answers
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Q11
Statement: "Should India have a national language?"
Arguments:
I. Yes, it will promote national unity and administrative efficiency.
II. No, it will undermine linguistic diversity and regional identities.
Answer: Option C
Explanation: Both arguments present valid concerns. Argument I focuses on unity and efficiency, while Argument II emphasizes cultural diversity and regional rights.
Q12
Statement: "Should India privatize all public sector banks?"
Arguments:
I. Yes, it will improve efficiency and reduce non-performing assets.
II. No, it will lead to neglect of rural areas and priority sector lending.
Answer: Option C
Explanation: Argument I is strong for efficiency gains. Argument II is also strong as privatization may reduce social banking objectives and rural coverage.
Q13
Statement: "Should India have a common entrance exam for all undergraduate courses?"
Arguments:
I. Yes, it will reduce stress on students from multiple exams and ensure standardization.
II. No, different courses require different aptitude testing methods.
Answer: Option A
Explanation: Argument I is strong for reducing student stress. Argument II is weak as a common exam can be designed to test multiple aptitudes effectively.
Q14
Statement: "Should India have a one-time agricultural loan waiver?"
Arguments:
I. Yes, it will provide immediate relief to distressed farmers.
II. No, it will damage credit discipline and burden the exchequer.
Answer: Option C
Explanation: Both arguments are strong. Argument I addresses farmer distress, while Argument II considers fiscal responsibility and credit culture.
Q15
Statement: "Should India allow foreign direct investment in retail?"
Arguments:
I. Yes, it will bring modern technology and benefit consumers with better choices.
II. No, it will destroy small retailers and traditional kirana stores.
Answer: Option A
Explanation: Argument I is strong for technological benefits and consumer choice. Argument II is weak as organized retail can coexist with small stores through differentiation.
Q16
Statement: "Should India have a national ban on firecrackers?"
Arguments:
I. Yes, it will reduce air pollution and prevent health hazards.
II. No, it will affect traditional celebrations and livelihood of workers.
Answer: Option C
Explanation: Both arguments are strong. Argument I addresses environmental and health concerns, while Argument II considers cultural traditions and employment impacts.
Q17
Statement: "Should India have a national education policy with common curriculum?"
Arguments:
I. Yes, it will ensure uniform quality of education across states.
II. No, it will ignore regional needs and cultural specificities.
Answer: Option A
Explanation: Argument I is strong for quality standardization. Argument II is weak as a common curriculum can incorporate regional variations while maintaining core standards.
Q18
Statement: "Should India have a national health service like the UK?"
Arguments:
I. Yes, it will provide free healthcare to all citizens and reduce out-of-pocket expenses.
II. No, it will be too expensive and require massive tax increases.
Answer: Option C
Explanation: Both arguments are strong. Argument I addresses healthcare accessibility, while Argument II considers fiscal constraints and tax implications.
Q19
Statement: "Should India have a national ban on online gaming?"
Arguments:
I. Yes, it will prevent addiction and financial losses among youth.
II. No, it will drive gaming underground and affect legitimate businesses.
Answer: Option C
Explanation: Argument I is strong for protecting youth. Argument II is also strong as prohibition may lead to illegal markets and hurt legitimate industry.
Q20
Statement: "Should India have mandatory military training for all college students?"
Arguments:
I. Yes, it will instill discipline and patriotism in youth.
II. No, it will disrupt academic schedules and force career choices.
Answer: Option A
Explanation: Argument I is strong for character building. Argument II is weak as military training can be scheduled without disrupting academics and doesn't force career choices.