A statement is followed by two arguments I and II. Choose which of the argument/s is/are strong:

Statement: Should all diesel engines be replaced by electric engines in trains?

Arguments:
I. Yes, diesel engine causes a lot of pollution.
II. No, India does not produce enough electricity to fulfil even the domestic needs.

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  1. Neither argument I nor argument II is strong.
  2. Both of the arguments are. strong.
  3. Only argument II is strong.
  4. Only argument I is strong.

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Option 4 : Only argument I is strong.
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Key Points

  • Yes, diesel engines cause a lot of pollution.
  • Strength: This argument is strong because it highlights a valid concern.
  • Diesel engines emit large amounts of pollutants, including nitrogen oxides and particulate matter, which contribute to air pollution and have adverse effects on human health and the environment. Switching to electric engines would reduce pollution significantly.
  • Argument II: No, India does not produce enough electricity to fulfill even the domestic needs.
  • It raises a practical issue about the capacity of India's electricity generation.
  • If the country's power supply is already insufficient for domestic needs, increasing demand for electricity by replacing diesel engines with electric engines could put additional pressure on the grid, making this a valid concern.
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