[Neither I nor II follows] In the question a statement is followed by some courses of action . A course of action is a step or

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In the question a statement is followed by some courses of action . A course of action is a step or administrative decisions to be taken for improvement, follow-up, or further action in regard to the problem, policy, etc.You have to assume everything in the statement to be true and then decide which of the given suggested course(s) of action logically follows for pursuing.
Statement :
Despite family planning programmes, the rate of growth of population in our country is the highest in the world. We are likely to achieve the dubious distinction of being the most populated country in the world, by 2045 - a survey.
Courses of Action :
I. The family planning programmes should be abandoned.
II. Those who have more than two children should be forced disincentives like more tax etc.

Only I follows

Only II follows

Either I or II follows

Neither I nor II follows

Both I and II follow.

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