Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Contemporary World Politics: Globalisation

Question:

Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R

Assertion A: The critics argue that contemporary globalisation represents a particular phase of global capitalism that makes rich richer and poor poorer.

Reason R: Globalisation leads to income inequalities which in turn leads the developed countries to outsource production.

In the light of above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below.

Options:

Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A

Both A and R are true and R is NOT the correct explanation of A

A is correct but R is not correct

A is not correct but R is correct

Correct Answer:

Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A

Explanation:

The correct answer is option (2) - Both A and R are true and R is NOT the correct explanation of A

Globalisation is a very contentious subject and has invited strong criticism all over the globe. Critics of globalisation make a variety of arguments. Those on the left argue that contemporary globalisation represents a particular phase of global capitalism that makes the rich richer (and fewer) and the poor poorer. Weakening of the state leads to a reduction in the capacity of the state to protect the interest of its poor. Critics of globalisation from the political right express anxiety over the political, economic and cultural effects. In political terms, they also fear the weakening of the state. Economically, they want a return to self-reliance and protectionism, at least in certain areas of the economy. Culturally, they are worried that traditional culture will be harmed and people will lose their age-old values and ways.

While globalization can contribute to income inequalities, it's not the sole or even the most accurate explanation for developed countries outsourcing production.
While globalization can contribute to income inequalities, it's not the sole or even the most accurate explanation for developed countries outsourcing production.

Therefore, Both A and R are true, but R is NOT the correct explanation of A the most fitting answer.