The question given below consists of a statement,followed by two arguments numbered I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a 'strong' argument and which is a 'weak' argument. Give answer (a) if only argument I is strong, (b) if only argument II is strong, (c) if either I or II is strong, (d) if neither I nor II is strong and (e) if both I and II are strong.
Statement: Should all news be controlled by Government in a democracy?
Arguments: I. Yes. Variety of news only confuses people.
II. No. Controlled news loses credibility.

Options

A. if only argument I is strong
B. if only argument II is strong
C. if either I or II is strong
D. if neither I nor II is strong

Answer

B

Explanation

I. Weak: It is an opinion that variety of news confuses people. It is upon the people to choose the type and channel they want to see, devoid of confusion. II. Strong: It is a generally accepted truth. If the news is controlled, or if the government will make the people aware of what they want them to be aware of the news will lose its credibility. All news events will be manipulated in the favour of government.