Discussion :: Statement and Argument
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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 income tax be abolished in India?
Arguments :
I. Yes. It is an unnecessary burden on the wage earners.
II. No. It is a good source of revenue.
A.
Only argument I is strong |
B.
Only argument II is strong |
C.
Either I or II is strong |
D.
Neither I nor II is strong |
E.
Both I and II are strong |
Answer : Option B
Explanation :
Income-tax is levied so that every citizen can contribute a share of his earning towards the infrastructural development of the nation. So, argument I seems to be vague. However, income-tax is no doubt a good source of revenue for the government. Hence, argument II holds strong.
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