In each question below is given a statement followed by two courses of action numbered I and II. You have to assume everything in the statement to be true and on the basis of the information given in the statement, decide which of the suggested courses of action logically follow(s) for pursuing.
Statement: A surge in dengue cases has been reported in the city due to water stagnation during monsoon.
Course of action I: Conduct mass fumigation drives and clean stagnant water.
Courses of action II: Declare a public holiday until the monsoon ends.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Course of Action I:
Conducting mass fumigation drives and cleaning stagnant water is a logical and effective step. Since cleaning stagnant water and fumigation help control mosquitoes and removes the places where they breed. This can help reduce the spread of dengue.
Course of Action II:
Declaring a public holiday until the monsoon ends is not a practical solution. Dengue spreads due to mosquitoes, not because people are going to work or school. A holiday would not solve the real cause of the problem.
only Course of Action I logically follows.
Option (1) is the correct answer.