state gov UP Police Assistant Operator (Radio Cadre) Mock Test Verbal Reasoning Statements and Arguments
Directions: In the question, a statement is given, followed by two arguments, I and II. You have to consider the statement to be true even if it seems to be at variance from commonly known facts. You have to decide which of the given arguments, if any, is a strong argument.
Statement: Should Capital punishment be banned in India?
Arguments:
I. Yes, it is irreversible. If a criminal is proved innocent post-execution, there is no scope for revival.
II.No, it deters criminals and is effective in controlling the rate of crime.
1
Neither I nor II is strong.
2
Only argument I is strong.
3
Only argument II is strong.
4
Both I and II are strong.