Each question given below consists of a statement, followed by two arguments…
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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.
Statement: Should all the unauthorized structures in the city be demolished?
Arguments:
No. Where will the people residing in such houses live?
Yes. This will give a clear message to general public and they will refrain from constructing unauthorized buildings.
- A.
Only argument I is strong
- B.
Either I or II is strong
- C.
Only argument II is strong
- D.
Neither I nor II is strong
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Correct answer: C
Answer: Only the argument that demolition will deter future unauthorized construction is strong.
Evaluation of the two arguments:
Argument I (concern about where displaced residents will live): This raises a valid social and humanitarian concern, but it is not a strong argument against demolition by itself. It assumes no feasible alternatives (such as planned resettlement, phased enforcement, or rehabilitation) and does not address the broader problems caused by unauthorized construction.
Argument II (demolition will send a clear deterrent message): This is a strong argument because it gives a general policy-level reason: strict enforcement discourages others from building illegally, helps protect the city's infrastructure, and reduces long-term burden from unauthorized structures.
Conclusion: Only the argument that demolition acts as a deterrent and protects public interest is strong; the displacement concern is important but can be mitigated and therefore is not a decisive reason against demolition.