Question

Directions: In the question, a statement is given, followed by two arguments, I and II. You have to consider the statement to be true even if it seems to be at variance from commonly known facts. You have to decide which of the given arguments, if any, is a strong argument.

Statement: Should all subjects be made compulsory till the 12 grade across India?

 Arguments:

I. Yes, because students often opt for streams under parental or peer influence and repent later.

II. No, it will create an extra burden on students for studying subjects which they have decided not to continue with.

1. Only I is strong.
2. Only II is strong.
3. Either I or II is strong.
4. Both arguments are strong.
5. Neither argument is strong.

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 4 : Both arguments are strong.

Option 4.Both arguments are strong.

Solution: The statement poses a simple question about adopting the same national curriculum which includes all subjects for students across India

Argument I agrees to the move and suggests all subjects should remain compulsory till the 12th grade because most of the students opt for courses under parental or peer influence. This means they may not be in a state to take the right decisions so all the subjects should be taught to them and they may decide later. Therefore, argument I is strong.

Argument II disagrees with the move and suggests that if this is done then it would cause an extra burden on students forcing them to study the subjects that they intend to drop later or discontinue. Therefore, argument II is also strong.

Hence, option 4 is correct.