In the given question, a statement of Assertion is followed by a statement of Reason. Mark the correct answer.
Assertion: Endogamy was and is still prevalent amongst several communities in south India.
Reason: Such marriages amongst kinfolk (such as cousins) ensured a close-knit community.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
Endogamy or marriage within the kin group, was (and is) prevalent amongst several communities in south India. Such marriages amongst kinfolk (such as cousins) ensured a close-knit community.