Logical Reasoning - Statement and Argument - Discussion
Discussion Forum : Statement and Argument - Section 2 (Q.No. 11)
Directions to Solve
Each question given below consists of a statement, 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 and
- (E) If both I and II are strong.
11.
Statement: Should persons convicted of criminal offences in the past be allowed to contest elections in India?
Arguments:
- No. Such persons cannot serve the cause of the people and country.
- Yes. It is democracy - let people decide whom to vote.
Answer: Option
Explanation:
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.
Discussion:
13 comments Page 2 of 2.
Harold said:
1 decade ago
This is not a logical answer to the question. It is a personal opinion. The question states: 'You have to decide which of the arguments is a 'strong' argument and which is a 'weak' argument. '.
The second option was a stronger argument because it provides reasoning and justification for the claim whilst the first option only expresses a personal opinion. I believe that this is incorrect.
The second option was a stronger argument because it provides reasoning and justification for the claim whilst the first option only expresses a personal opinion. I believe that this is incorrect.
Tom said:
1 decade ago
I disagree with this one. The second is a perfectly valid argument.
Rajinder Kumar said:
1 decade ago
Criminal offence may be done unknowingly so let the people decide to elect or not in democracy.
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