Question

Statement : A mass mortality of shrimps in ponds on the entire Andhra coast has recently been reported due to the presence of a virus.
Courses of action:
I. The water of the pond affected should immediately be treated for identifying the nature of the
virus.
II. The catching of shrimps from the ponds should temporarily be stopped.
III. The fishermen should be asked to watch for the onset of such phenomenon in nature.
A statement is followed by three courses of action numbered I, II, and III. You have to assume everything in the statement to be true. Decide which course(s) of action logically follow(s) for pursuing from the given options marked (a), (b), (c) and (d).

• A. None follows
• B. Only I and II follow
• C. Only III follow
• D. Only II and III follow

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

Only II and III follow

Answer 2

Course of Action I : While treating the water to identify the virus may seem important, it may not be the most immediate action needed in response to mass mortality. Immediate treatment might not be practical without understanding the scope and implications first.
Course of Action II : This course of action is strong because temporarily stopping the catching of shrimps can help protect the remaining shrimp population and prevent potential transmission of the virus to other areas.
Course of Action III : This is also a valid course of action. Asking fishermen to be vigilant for similar phenomena in nature can help in early detection of such issues in the future, contributing to better management and response.

So, the correct option is (D): Only II and III follow.