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In the given question a statement is given followed by two arguments numbered I and II. You have to decide which of the argument(s) is/are stronger and choose the correct option accordingly. Statement: The death penalty should be abolished. Arguments : I. No, it should not be abolished. This punishment eliminates the possibility of an offender getting away with the consequences of his actions. II. Yes, it should be abolished. Punishment eliminates the possibility of rehabilitation opportunity for a person who is not a habitual offender.

In the given question a statement is given followed by two arguments numbered I and II. You have to decide which of the argument(s) is/are stronger and choose the correct option accordingly. Statement: The death penalty should be abolished. Arguments : I. No, it should not be abolished. This punishment eliminates the possibility of an offender getting away with the consequences of his actions. II. Yes, it should be abolished. Punishment eliminates the possibility of rehabilitation opportunity for a person who is not a habitual offender. Correct Answer Both arguments are strong.

The logic follows here is:

It is necessary to punish an offender for their crime so that it can set an example in front of the people about the consequences of criminal actions.

So, Argument I is a strong argument.

It is also necessary to provide opportunities for rehabilitation to a person who is not a habitual offender. It will create an opportunity for them to shape their career in a proper way.

So, Argument II is a strong argument.

So, Both the arguments are equally strong.

Hence, the correct answer is option 3.

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Arguments :
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