Question:

In the following question, a statement is given followed by some arguments. Study the statement carefully and mark the correct alternative.
Statement : Should the government impose restrictions on access to sensitive information to journalists to avoid media hype ?
Arguments :
I. Yes, the media creates hype and publishes distorted information at times.
II. No, journalists should have access to all the information as media is the best source to expose the malfunctions in the society.
III. Yes, at times it leads to harassment of those who are affected and alleged to be involved in the crisis.

  • Arguments I and II are strong
  • Arguments II and III are strong
  • Arguments I, II and III are strong
  • None of the above
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

The problem involves evaluating the strength of given arguments about whether the government should impose restrictions on journalists' access to sensitive information.
Let's analyze the statement and each argument:
Statement: Should the government impose restrictions on access to sensitive information to journalists to avoid media hype?
Arguments:
  • I. Yes, the media creates hype and publishes distorted information at times.
    This argument is strong because media can exaggerate stories which might lead to misinformation being spread. Thus, restricting access could help mitigate this issue.
  • II. No, journalists should have access to all the information as media is the best source to expose the malfunctions in the society.
    This is a strong argument since media plays a crucial role in transparency and can uncover societal issues that need addressing.
  • III. Yes, at times it leads to harassment of those who are affected and alleged to be involved in the crisis.
    This argument is strong as well, as unrestricted media coverage can lead to undue harassment and pressure on individuals involved in sensitive situations, whether they are guilty or not.
Therefore, all three arguments (I, II, and III) have merits in their own right, highlighting different aspects of the issue at hand.
Thus, the correct answer is: Arguments I, II and III are strong.
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