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(s) and which is/are 'weak' arguments(s) and accordingly choose your answer from the alternatives given below each question.
Statement : Should India immediately stop digging coal from its mines ?
Arguments :
I. Yes. The present stock of coal will not last long if we continue mining at the present rate.
II. No. We do not have alternate energy source of sufficient quantity.
III. No. This will put millions of people at a disadvantage and their lives will get adversely affected and also the industry.
(a) Only I and II are strong
(b) Only II and III are strong
Only I and III are strong
(d) All are strong
(e) None is strong .

Options

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

Answer

B

Explanation

Argument I is weak because it does not give practical solution Argument II is strong because it is true. Argument III is also strong because it states genuine reason.