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 system of offering jobs only to the wards of government employees be introduced in all government offices in India? Arguments : I. No. It denies opportunity to many deserving individuals and government may stand to lose in the long run. II. No. It is against the principle of equality, does not government owe its responsibility to all its citizens?

The correct answer is: Only argument II is strong.

Argument I is not strong because it does not provide any evidence to support its claim that the government may stand to lose in the long run. It is possible that the government may actually benefit from offering jobs only to the wards of government employees, for example, by creating a more loyal and dedicated workforce.

Argument II is strong because it provides a clear and concise reason why the system of offering jobs only to the wards of government employees is unfair. It is against the principle of equality, which is a fundamental value that the government should uphold.

Option A is incorrect because argument I is not strong.

Option B is incorrect because argument II is strong.

Option C is incorrect because both arguments are not strong.

Option D is incorrect because argument II is strong.

Option E is incorrect because only argument II is strong.