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Two statements are given, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R): |
Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation for (A) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is not the correct explanation for (A) (A) is true , but (R) is false (A) is false but (R) is true |
(A) is true , but (R) is false |
The correct answer is Option 3: (A) is true , but (R) is false Assertion (A):Upper castes have discriminated against lower castes for a long period. Assertion is correct. Traditionally, the caste system placed upper castes in a privileged position, while lower castes faced social exclusion, discrimination and unequal access to resources and opportunities over generations. Reason (R):Since the 1990s we have seen the resurgence of lower caste movements in North India, among both the OBCs and Dalits. Reason is incorrect. The resurgence of lower caste movements in North India occurred since the 1990s, not since the 1970s. The political mobilisation of the OBCs and Dalits gained momentum after the implementation of the Mandal Commission recommendations in 1990, enabling these groups to convert their numerical strength into political influence. |
