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The question given below is followed by two arguments. You have to decide which of the arguments are strong with respect to the statement. Question: Should there be any check on consumerism in society? Argument: I. Yes, as it promotes the acquisition of at most goods, it affects the ecological balance by generating more waste. People have got into the habit of throwing using objects. We must strike a balance. II. No, it promotes industrial development and welfare responsible for the economic conditions of a country.

The question given below is followed by two arguments. You have to decide which of the arguments are strong with respect to the statement. Question: Should there be any check on consumerism in society? Argument: I. Yes, as it promotes the acquisition of at most goods, it affects the ecological balance by generating more waste. People have got into the habit of throwing using objects. We must strike a balance. II. No, it promotes industrial development and welfare responsible for the economic conditions of a country. Correct Answer Only Argument I is strong

The statement asks whether consumerism is favorable or not.

  • Argument I suggests that there should be a check on consumerism, and justifies that people use goods recklessly and create more waste if consumers are not kept aware. Thus it is a strong argument.
  • Argument II suggests that there should not be a check on consumerism, because it is good for economic development. But it does not justify unchecked or uncontrolled consumerism. Thus, argument II is not strong.

Hence the correct answer is option 3.

Additional Information

  • Consumerism is the idea that increasing the consumption of goods and services purchased in the market is always a desirable goal and that a person's wellbeing and happiness depend fundamentally on obtaining consumer goods and material possessions.

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