What was the main reason for a great civil strife in Argentina recently?
A
Ethnic conflict between the native Red Indian tribes and others
B
Economic crisis due to huge public debt
C
The issue of using native languages as medium of instruction in schools
D
Clashes between government troops and secessionist groups
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation
1. The question asks for the main reason for a great civil strife in Argentina 'recently' (referring to the period before 2003).
2. Argentina experienced a severe economic crisis starting in the late 1990s and culminating in 2001-2002. This involved defaulting on its huge public debt, a banking crisis (the 'Corralito'), currency devaluation, high unemployment, and widespread social unrest and protests (e.g., the 'cacerolazos').
3. This economic crisis and its social consequences constituted the major civil strife during that period.
4. Comparing with the options:
- (A) Ethnic conflict: Not the primary issue.
- (B) Economic crisis due to huge public debt: Accurately describes the situation.
- (C) Language issue: Not the main cause.
- (D) Secessionist groups: Not the main cause.
5. Therefore, the correct answer is (B).