The question given below consists of a statement, followed by three arguments numbered I, II and III. You have to decide which of the arguments is/are...

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The question given below consists of a statement, followed by three arguments numbered I, II and III. You have to decide which of the arguments is/are 'strong' (arguments) and which is/are 'weak' (arguments) and accordingly choose your answer from the alternatives given below each question.

Statement: Sociologists and political observers believe that making educational qualifications mandatory for election candidates would be discriminatory since it would naturally deprive Indian citizens of the right to represent their people. They argue that institutional qualifications differ from political acumen and wisdom. In a country like India, where about a quarter of 815 million eligible voters are illiterate, it would be unwise to deny a politically aware and socially conscious individual an election ticket just because he/she lacks minimum qualifications.

Should "literacy" be the minimum criterion for becoming a voter in India?

Arguments:

I. No, mere literacy does not guarantee an individual's political maturity.

II. Yes, illiterate people are less likely to make politically wiser decisions when voting for the right candidate or party.

III. No, voting is the constitutional right of every citizen.

Options

A.

None is strong

B.

Only I and II are strong

C.

Only III is strong

D.

Only II and III are strong

E.

All are strong

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