Question

14.In the context of rising prices, following statements are made by two people: UDIT: Prices in the economy are continuously rising SHIVAM: The Government should take reasonable steps to control rising prices. Identify the statements as Positive statement and Normative statement

(1 Point)

Udit: positive, Shivam: normative

Udit: Normative, Shivam: positive

Both are positive statements

Both are Normative Statements


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Answer 1

The correct answer to this question is - Udit: Positive, Shivam: Normative.

Explanation:

• Positive statements are objective, fact-based, descriptive, precise, and clearly measurable.  

• These statements can be assessed against definite historical instances or pieces of evidence.  

• Udit’s statement is based on facts and figures that show rising prices. This statement is fact-based and has no value judgment is attached to it.  

• Its legitimacy can be proven or disproven by studying the economy of the country.

• Normative statements are originated from personal perspectives or feelings, subjective, value-based, or opinions contained in the decision-making process.  

• Normative statements are firm and narrow in nature. They often sound authoritarian or political.

• Shivam’s statement states what the government “should” do. We can see that it is rooted in a personal perspective, value-based, and fulfills the requirement of what "should" be.

Answer 2

Answer:

Both are normative statement