1000+ IBPS SO Previous Year Question Papers with Answers - 1

Question: 1

Statement :
Should all the students graduating in any discipline desirous of pursuing post graduation of the subjects of their choice be allowed to enroll in the post graduate courses?
Arguments :
I. Yes. The students are the best judge of their capabilities and there should not be restrictions for joining post graduate courses.
II. No. The students need to study relevant subjects in graduate courses to enroll in post graduate courses and the students must fulfill such conditions.
III. No. There are not enough institutes offering post graduate courses which can accommodate all the graduates desirous of seeking post graduate education of their own choice.

(A) None is strong

(B) Only I and II are strong

(C) All are strong

(D) Only I and III are strong

(E) None of these

Question: 2

Statement :
Should all the profit making public sector units be sold to private companies?
Arguments :
I. Yes. This will help the government to augment its resources for implementing the development programmes.
II. No, The private companies will not be able to run these units effectively.
III. Yes. There will be a significant improvement in the quality of services.
IV. No. There would not be job security for the employees at all the levels.

(A) Only II and III are strong

(B) All are strong

(C) Only III and IV are strong

(D) Only I, II and III are strong

(E) Only II, III and IV are strong

Question: 3

Statement :
Should the rule of wearing helmet for both driver and pillion rider while driving a motor bike be enforced strictly.
Arguments :
I. Yes. It is a rule and rules should be followed strictly by all.
II. No. Each individual knows how to protect his own life and it should be left to his discretion.
III. No. It does not ensure safety as only the head is protected and rest of the body is not.
IV. Yes. It is a necessity as head, being the most sensitive organ, is protected by the helmet.

(A) None is strong

(B) Only I and III are strong

(C) Only I and IV are strong

(D) Only II and IV are strong

(E) All are strong

Question: 4

Statement :
Should the government ban all forms of protest including strikes and processions?
Arguments :
I. Yes. This is the only way to teach disciplines to the employees.
II. No. Government cannot deprive its citizens of their basic rights.
III. Yes. This is the only way to ensure maximum productivity without disruption of work.

(A) None is strong

(B) Only I and II are strong

(C) Only II and III are strong

(D) Only I and III are strong

(E) All are strong

Question: 5

Statement :
Should religion be taught in our schools?
Arguments :
I. No. Ours is a secular state.
II. Yes. Teaching religion helps inculcate moral values among children.
III. No. How can one dream of such a step when we want the young generation to fulfill its role in the 21st century.

(A) All are strong

(B) None is strong

(C) Only I is strong

(D) Only II is strong

(E) Only I and III are strong