Direction: The question given below consists of a statement, followed by four arguments I, II, III and IV. You have to decide which of the arguments is a 'strong' argument and which is a 'weak' argument.

Statement: A college is planning to organize weekly talks by industry experts and conduct regular quizzes for students. Should the college implement this initiative?

Arguments:

I). Exposure to industry insights will bridge the gap between theoretical learning and practical applications, enhancing students' employability.

II). Allocating funds for expert sessions might reduce financial resources for essential academic infrastructure improvements.

III). Regular quizzes will reinforce conceptual understanding, improve retention, and encourage active participation.

IV). An increase in extracurricular activities may lead to cognitive overload, reducing students' focus on core coursework.

Given statement: A college is planning to organize weekly talks by industry experts and conduct regular quizzes for students. Should the college implement this initiative?

Given arguments:

I). Exposure to industry insights will bridge the gap between theoretical learning and practical applications, enhancing students' employability. → Strong

As industry interactions provide valuable insights, making students more job-ready and informed about real-world challenges.

II). Allocating funds for expert sessions might reduce financial resources for essential academic infrastructure improvements. → Weak

While budgeting is a concern, skill development and industry exposure are critical for student success, making it a worthwhile investment.

III). Regular quizzes will reinforce conceptual understanding, improve retention, and encourage active participation. → Strong

As assessments like quizzes actively reinforce learning and encourage critical thinking.

IV). An increase in extracurricular activities may lead to cognitive overload, reducing students' focus on core coursework. → Weak

As structured extracurriculars can complement academic learning rather than hinder it, especially if managed efficiently.

Thus, I and III are strong.

Hence, "Option 4" is the correct answer.