Statement and Arguments

CMAT 2026 · LR · Medium · Critical Reasoning

The following question consists of a statement followed by two arguments I and II.

Statement: Should there be a complete ban on use of all types of chemical pesticides in India?

Arguments: I. Yes, chemical pesticides used in agriculture pollute the underground water and thus they become a serious health hazard. II. No, the pests will destroy all the crops and farmers will have nothing to harvest.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

  1. A.

    Only Argument I is strong

  2. B.

    Only Argument II is strong

  3. C.

    Neither Argument I nor Argument II is strong

  4. D.

    Both Argument I and II are strong

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