SSC CPO 2019 PYQ — Question 189

SSC CPO Tier I - 9th December 2019 - Shift 1 • Reasoning • Q189

A statement is given followed by two conclusions I and II. Consider the given statement is true and decide which of the given conclusions logically follow/s from the given statement.

Statement:

The Prime Minister has made clear that his government will make a concerted effort for the upliftment of poor farmers and announced an annual pension for them.

Conclusions:

I. The government understands that the condition of poor farmers needs immediate attention.

II. No benefits are announced for other sections of society.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4  i.e. Only conclusion I follows.

Understanding Application

Conclusions 1: The government understands that the condition of poor farmers needs immediate attention ⇒ Follows, as it is mentioned that annual pension will be given to farmers.

Conclusions 2:  No benefits are announced for other sections of society ⇒ Doesn't follow, as no such information is given in the statement.

 

Hence, option 4  i.e. Only conclusion I follow is the correct answer.