Directions : Each of the following question consists of a statement followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a STRONG arguments and which is a WEAK Argument. Statement : Should agriculture in rural India be mechanized? Arguments : I. Yes. It would lead to higher production. II. No. Many villagers would be left unemployed.

The correct answer is: C. Either I or II is strong.

Argument I is strong because it is based on the evidence that mechanization can lead to higher production. This is supported by the fact that many countries that have mechanized their agriculture have seen significant increases in crop yields.

Argument II is weak because it is based on the assumption that mechanization will lead to unemployment. However, this is not necessarily the case. In fact, mechanization can actually create new jobs in the areas of maintenance, repair, and operation of the machinery.

In conclusion, both arguments have some merit, but neither is conclusive. More evidence is needed to determine whether or not mechanization would be beneficial for agriculture in rural India.

Here is a more detailed explanation of each option:

• A. Only argument I is strong. This option is incorrect because argument II is also strong.
• B. Only argument II is strong. This option is incorrect because argument I is also strong.
• C. Either I or II is strong. This option is correct because both arguments have some merit.
• D. Neither I nor II is strong. This option is incorrect because argument I is strong.
• E. Both I and II are strong. This option is incorrect because argument II is weak.