Question: In the question, a statement is given, followed by two arguments, I and II. You have to consider the statement to be true even if it seems to be at variance from commonly known facts. You have to decide which of the given arguments, if any, is a strong argument. Statement: Should the use of marijuana in medicines also be banned? Argument 1: No. The medical use, prescribed and monitored, is helpful to cure a lot of rare conditions. Argument 2: Yes. The drug is narcotic and its overuse results in uncertain effects.
Question: In the question, a statement is given, followed by two arguments, I and II. You have to consider the statement to be true even if it seems to be at variance from commonly known facts. You have to decide which of the given arguments, if any, is a strong argument. Statement: Should the use of marijuana in medicines also be banned? Argument 1: No. The medical use, prescribed and monitored, is helpful to cure a lot of rare conditions. Argument 2: Yes. The drug is narcotic and its overuse results in uncertain effects. Correct Answer Only argument 1 is strong.
Answer: Option 1
Solution:
The first argument is strong because it suggests that the monitored and prescribed use of marijuana is medically helpful so it should not be banned. This is also clearing the doubt mentioned in argument 2 that is of the uncertain effects; if the drug is monitored then the addictive response and overuse can be avoided and the advantages can be utilized. Thus, argument 2 does not hold strong.