The question given below consists of a statement, followed by three or four arguments numbered I,II,III and IV.You have to decide which of the arguments is/are 'strong' argument and which is/are 'weak' argument and accordingly choose your answer from the alternatives given below the question
Statement:
Should the income generated out of agricultural activities be taxed?
Arguments:
I. No. Farmers are otherwise suffering from natural calamities and low yield coupled with low procurement price and their income should not be taxed.
II. Yes. Majority of the population is dependent on agriculture and hence their income should be taxed to augment the resources.
III. Yes. Many big farmers earn much more than the majority of the service earners and they should be taxed to remove the disparity.
(a) Only I is strong
(b) Only I and II are strong
(c) Only II and III are strong
(d) All are strong
(e) None of these

Options

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

Answer

C

Explanation

Argument I is weak because it does not provide a convincing reason. Argument II is strong because it is desirable. Argument III is also strong because it states genuine reason.