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50.
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Statement: Should persons convicted
of criminal offences in the past be allowed to contest elections in India?
Arguments:
I.
No.
Such persons cannot serve the cause of the people and country.
II.
Yes.
It is democracy - let people decide whom to vote.
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A.
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Only argument I is
strong
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B.
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Only argument II is
strong
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C.
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Either I or II is
strong
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D.
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Neither I nor II is
strong
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E.
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Both I and II are
strong
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Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Clearly, persons with criminal background
cannot stand to serve as the representatives of the common people. So, they
should not be allowed to contest elections. Thus, only argument I holds, while
II does not.
