- Only argument I is strong
- Only argument II is strong
- Either I or II is strong
- Neither I nor II is strong
- Both I and II are strong
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Answer: Option 5
'Octroi' is a custom duty. If octroi is abolished, the practice of bringing in things from foreign countries illegally will be abolished. So, argument I holds strong. Also, if octroi is abolished, the income to the government in the way of the duty paid shall be diminished. So, argument II also holds strong.
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