Statement Argument Set 2
Statement Arguments questions are an important part of reasoning section. 2-3 questions of this type are asked in every competitive exams.
Each question below is followed by two arguments numbered I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a “strong” argument and which is a “weak” argument. Give answer 
(a) If only argument I is “strong”.
(b) If only argument II is “strong”.
(c) If either I or II is “strong”.
(d) If neither I nor II is “strong”.
(e) If both I and II are “strong”.
Q6. Statement: Should Antipiracy Bill be brought in the Parliament?
Arguments:
I. Yes, This will help the film industry to fight against piracy as a result of which the industry will be financially strong.
II. No, We have already provisions such as Copyright laws etc to fight against piracy.
Answer:(a)
Q2. Statement: Should Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) be entitled to dual citizenship?
Arguments:
I. Yes, This will bolster the intimacy of the NRIs with the Indian soil.
II. No, The move will not be fruitful for all NRIs because there is lack of provisions for dual citizenship in many countries.
Answer:(a)
Q3. Statement: Should reputed private driver training schools be allowed to issue driving licences?
Arguments:
I. Yes, This will enable more and more people to get driving licences.
II. No, This will increase the congestion of the vehicles on the road and will result in traffic jams too.
Answer:(d)
Q4. Statement: Should a trouble-born state like Jammu & Kashmir release separatist leaders without any condition?
Arguments:
I. Yes, Release of separatist leaders will be useful as a goodwill gesture to make the situation peaceful in the state.
II. No, Unconditional release of the separatist leaders will aggravate the existing situation because these leaders have not shown any flexibility in their views.
Answer:(c)
Q5. Statement: Should power theft be made a cognizable offence?
Arguments:
I. Yes, People do not use power honestly.
II. No, This will be a wise decision and will reduce anti-social activities in society.
Answer:(d)
