Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Sociology

Chapter

Social Change and Development in India: Change and Development in industrial Society

Question:

Assertion: The consumption of coke across India has increased in recent times in India replacing many traditional drinks.
Reasoning: Coca Cola Spends hundreds of crores rupees on advertising.

Options:

Both Assertion (A) and reasoning (R) are correct and R is the correct explanation of A.

Both Assertion (A) and reasoning (R) are correct and but R is not correct explanation of A.

Assertion (A) is true but Reasoning (R) is not correct.

Assertion (A) is false but Reasoning (R) is correct.

Correct Answer:

Both Assertion (A) and reasoning (R) are correct and R is the correct explanation of A.

Explanation:

The correct option is: Both Assertion (A) and reasoning (R) are correct and R is the correct explanation of A.

Explanation: The assertion states that the consumption of Coke across India has increased, which is supported by data or observation. The reasoning provides an explanation for this increase, suggesting that Coca-Cola spends a significant amount of money on advertising, which influences consumer behavior and preferences, leading to the increased consumption. Therefore, the reasoning provides a logical explanation for the assertion.

"Parle drinks was bought by Coca Cola. Parle’s annual turnover was Rs. 250 crores, while Coca Cola’s advertising budget alone was Rs. 400 crores. This level of advertising has naturally increased the consumption of coke across India replacing many traditional drinks."