Which of these is not a valid reason for arguing that there is a lesser possibility of famine in a democratic country?
a) Opposition parties can draw attention to hunger and starvation.
b) Free press can report suffering from famine in different parts of the country.
c) Government fears its defeat in the next elections.
d) People are free to believe in and practise any religion.
Answer :
So, the correct answer is (d).
Statement a- Opposition parties can draw attention to hunger and starvation is a valid reason for arguing that there is a lesser possibility of famine in a democratic country.
Statement b- Free press can report suffering from famine in different parts of the country is a valid reason for arguing that there is a lesser possibility of famine in a democratic country.
Statement c- Government fears its defeat in the next elections is a valid reason for arguing that there is a lesser possibility of famine in a democratic country.
Statement d- people are free to believe in and practice any religion is not a valid reason for arguing that there is a lesser possibility of famine in a democratic country.