Evaluating statements on the foundational nature of social order and conventions
Question
With reference to the above passage, which of the following statements is/are correct?
Options
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
Explanation
Evaluate the statements by mapping the logical sequence provided by the author: Conventions \rightarrow Social Order \rightarrow All Other Rights.
Statement 1: The text states that the social order "must therefore be founded on conventions." Since social order is the basis for all other rights, it logically follows that conventions ultimately serve as the foundational source of human rights. Valid.
Statement 2: The text explicitly defines the social order as "the basis of all other rights". In political philosophy, a "basis" acts as the required structural foundation; without it, downstream rights cannot practically exist or be exercised. Valid.
Answer: (c).
Question details
Year
2022
Paper
CSAT
Question
Q63
Section
Reading Comprehension
Sub-topic
Political / Philosophical passage
Type
Statement-based
Difficulty
Medium
Source hint
Passage 2 (Social order and rights) - Q63
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