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Statement : Should there be a complete ban on use of all types of chemical pesticides in India ?
Arguments :
I. No. The pests will destroy all the crops and the farmers will have nothing to harvest.
II. Yes. The chemical pesticides used in agriculture pollute the water underground and this has become a serious health hazard.

A
Only argument I is strong
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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 D Both I and II are strong
Clearly, pesticides are meant to prevent the crops from harmful pests. But at the same time, they get washed away with water and contaminate the groundwater. Thus, both the arguments hold strong.

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