Statement : Should there be a cap on drawing groundwater for irrigation purposes in India ?
Arguments : I. No, irrigation is of prime importance for food production in India and it is heavily dependent on groundwater in many parts of the country. II. Yes, water tables have gone down to alarmingly low levels in some parts of the country where irrigation is primarily dependent on groundwater, which may lead to serious environmental consequences. III. Yes, India just cannot afford to draw groundwater any further as the international agencies have cautioned India against it.

Options

A. Only I and II are strong
B. Only II and III are strong
C. Only I and III are strong
D. All I, II and III are strong

Answer

B

Explanation

Argument I is weak as drawing groundwater any further, lead to serious environmental consequences. Argument II is strong as low level of ground water lead to serious environmental consequences. Argument III is also strong as it is a precautionary measure/step.