Directions: A statement followed by two arguments numbered (i) and (ii) are…

To determine the strength of the arguments provided, we must analyze them based on their logical soundness, practicality, and relevance to the statement: "Should there be only one university throughout the country?"

Step-by-Step Analysis
Analyze Argument (i): "Yes. This is the only way to maintain the uniformity in standards of education throughout the country."

Assessment: This is considered a weak argument. While the goal of uniform standards is positive, the claim that having "only one" university is the only way to achieve this is logically flawed. Standards can be maintained through national accreditation bodies, standardized curricula, and regulatory frameworks without centralizing all higher education into a single institution.

Analyze Argument (ii): "No. It is quite difficult to control the university processes administratively in several parts of the country."

Assessment: This is a strong argument. It addresses the practical, logistical, and administrative reality of managing a massive, complex system across diverse geographic regions. Centralizing such an institution would create immense bottlenecks, reduce institutional autonomy, and make it nearly impossible to address regional educational needs effectively.