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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 |
Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is not the correct explanation for (A) |
The correct answer is Option 2: Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation for (A). Assertion (A): The caste system has been a major source of social inequality and discrimination in India. This statement is correct. The caste system assigns social status by birth and has historically resulted in unequal access to resources, opportunities and social respect. Reason (R): Social movements and legislative measures have together contributed to reducing caste-based discrimination in independent India. This statement is correct. Constitutional safeguards, protective legislation, reservation policies and the mobilisation of Dalit and OBC movements have played an important role in challenging caste-based discrimination. The Reason is not the correct explanation of the Assertion. The Reason explains how caste discrimination has been addressed, whereas the Assertion states that the caste system is discriminatory. Thus, the Reason does not explain why the caste system is discriminatory. |
