A record number of applications were received after the UP government advertised 368 posts of peon in the secretariat, attracting 23 lakh responses. The minimum qualification for the peon post is passing class five and knowing how to ride a bicycle. Opposition parties criticized the SP-led state government for its employment promise. Out of 368 posts, 268 are for the general category and the rest for SC, ST, and other reserved categories, with an age limit of 18 to 40 years. Surprisingly, 255 doctorates applied for the job.

Arguments:
I. No, it will further worsen the problem of educated unemployment.
II. Yes, it creates complexes among employees and negatively affects work.
III. No, this violates the basic rights of individuals.
IV. Yes, this will increase productivity.
V. Should people with educational qualifications higher than the job requirement be barred from applying?

Which of the following options is correct?

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A record number of applications were received after the UP government advertised 368 posts of peon in the secretariat, attracting 23 lakh responses. The minimum qualification for the peon post is passing class five and knowing how to ride a bicycle. Opposition parties criticized the SP-led state government for its employment promise. Out of 368 posts, 268 are for the general category and the rest for SC, ST, and other reserved categories, with an age limit of 18 to 40 years. Surprisingly, 255 doctorates applied for the job.

Arguments:
I. No, it will further worsen the problem of educated unemployment.
II. Yes, it creates complexes among employees and negatively affects work.
III. No, this violates the basic rights of individuals.
IV. Yes, this will increase productivity.
V. Should people with educational qualifications higher than the job requirement be barred from applying?

Which of the following options is correct?

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**Solution:**

1. Argument I claims that this will increase educated unemployment. However, the number of vacancies remains fixed at 368, so the total employment does not change. Hence, this argument is not strong.

2. Argument II suggests that hiring more qualified individuals creates complexes and hampers work. But in any workplace, performance is what matters most, not just qualifications. Therefore, this argument is weak.

3. Argument IV states that hiring more qualified people will increase productivity. Yet, the job requirements specify the necessary qualifications, and having higher qualifications than required does not necessarily improve productivity. Thus, this argument is also weak.

4. Argument III asserts that barring individuals with higher qualifications violates their basic rights. Since the eligibility criteria are clear and individuals meeting them have the right to apply, this argument is strong.

5. Argument V is a question rather than a statement and does not qualify as a strong argument here.

**Answer:** Only argument III is strong.

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