The question given below consists of a statement, followed by two arguments numbered 1 and 2. You have to decide which of the arguments is a'

Give answer:

(A) If only argument1 is strong

(B) If only argument 2 is strong

(C) If either 1 or 2 is strong

(D) If neither 1 nor 2 is strong and

(E) If both 1 and 2 are strong.

Statement:

Should there be a ban on hunting of wild animals?

Argument:

1. Yes, it could result in the extinction of particular species.

2. No, it provides a cheaper source of meat.

Statement: Should there be a ban on hunting of wild animals?

Argument:

1. Yes, it could result in the extinction of particular species. → Strong

It provides a logical and ethical reason for the ban-protecting biodiversity  and preventing extinction is a widely accepted rational for wildlife conservation. Also we need to protect our environment to have a good balance in our ecosystems, so there should be ban on hunting of wild animals.

2. No, it provides a cheaper source of meat. → Weak

The availability of cheaper meat is not a strong enough reason to justify the potential harm to wildlife populations and ecosystems. It overlooks larger environmental, ethical and legal issues involved in hunting wild animals.

Thus, (A) If only argument1 is strong.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".