Statement: Should the railways in India be privatized in a phased manner like other public sector enterprises?Arguments:I. Yes. This is the only way to bring in competitiveness and provide better services to the public.II. No. This will pose a threat to the national security of our country as multinationals will enter into the fray.

Statement: Should the railways in India be privatized in a phased mann

1.	Statement: Should the railways in India be privatized in a phased manner like other public sector enterprises?Arguments:I. Yes. This is the only way to bring in competitiveness and provide better services to the public.II. No. This will pose a threat to the national security of our country as multinationals will enter into the fray.
A.	Only argument I is strong
B.	Only argument II is strong
C.	Either I or II is strong
D.	Neither I nor II is strong
Answer» E.

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