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The following question consists of a statement followed by two arguments I and II. You have to decide which of the arguments is a 'strong' argument and which is a 'weak' argument.

Statement: Should the prestigious people who have committed crimes unknowingly, be met with special treatment?

Arguments: I. Yes. The prestigious people do not commit crimes intentionally. 

                 II. No. It is our policy that everybody is equal before the law


A) if only argument I is strong

B) if only argument II is strong

C) if either I or II is strong

D) if neither I nor II is strong

E) if both I and II are strong.

Answer:

Option B

Explanation:

The Constitution of India has laid down the doctrine of 'equality before the law'. So,  argument II holds strong. Also, we cannot judge the intentions of a person behind committing a crime. So, the argument I is vague