Q62
Directions : Each of the following question consists of a statement followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a STRONG arguments and which is a WEAK Argument. Statement : Should import duty on all the electronic goods be dispensed with? Arguments : I. No. This will considerably reduce the income of the government and will adversely affect the developmental activities. II. No. The local manufacturers will not be able to compete with the foreign manufacturers who are technologically far superior.
A.
Only argument I is strong
B.
Only argument II is strong
AnswerC.
Either I or II is strong
D.
Neither I nor II is strong
E.
Both I and II are strong
Answer: Option B
Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
Abolishing the import duty on electronic goods shall reduce the costs of imported goods and adversely affect the sale of the domestic products, thus giving a setback to the Indian electronics industry. So, argument II holds strong. Argument I does not provide a convincing reason.