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Statement: Should the opinion polls predicting outcome of elections before the elections be banned in India?
Arguments:
I. Yes. This may affect the voters mind and may affect the outcome.
II. No. Such polls are conducted all over the world.

A

Only argument I is strong

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B

Only argument II is strong

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C

Either I or II is strong

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D

Neither I nor II is strong

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E

Both I and II are strong

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Solution

The correct option is A Only argument I is strong
The opinion polls may influence the thinking of an individual and thus divert his mind from his original choice. So, argument I holds strong. Further, blindly imitating a policy followed by other countries holds no relevance. So, argument II is vague.

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