Question

Given below is some statement followed by two arguments. Read carefully and decide which of the arguments strongly support the statement.

Statement: Should the pay scale and conditions of service of government employees be made applicable to private sector employees?

Arguments:

(i) No, this will develop inertia, inefficiency and would adversely affect spirit of competition.
(ii) Yes, this will enhance dedication to work and institutional loyalty.

Options

• Argument (i) is strong

• Argument (ii) is strong

• Both (i) and (ii) are strong

• Neither (i) nor (ii) is strong

Answer 1

Argument (i) is strong

Explanation:

The statement questions if there is a need for making pay scale and conditions of employees applicable to private sector employees. Argument I talks of inertia and inefficiency that may creep in to adversely affect the spirit of competition among the employees. It’s a serious concern for any organization. Paying more and still having inefficient employees would be a bad situation. Hence, it is a strong argument. So, Argument (i) is correct.