Reason-assertion based questions are key in CBSE Class 10 Social Science exams. These questions test your ability to evaluate statements and their reasons, determining their logical connection. In this article, we’ll explore strategies to tackle these questions effectively, enhancing your problem-solving skills and boosting your exam performance.
Assertion and Reason-Based Questions
Directions: In the following questions, a statement of Assertion (A) is followed by a statement of Reason (R). Mark the correct choice as:
(A) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
(B) Both A and R are true, but R is NOT the correct explanation of A.
(C) A is true, but R is false.
(D) A is false, and R is true.
1. [SQP, 2020-21]
Assertion (A) : Human Development mentions how much socio-economic development has happened in a country.
Reason (R) : Comparison of national income of two countries explains Human Development Index.
Answer: (C) : A is true, but R is false.
Explanation: Comparison of national income of two countries explains the average income which is the total income of the country divided by its total population.
2. [SQP, 2020-21]
Assertion (A): Different people have different development goals.
Reason (R): People want freedom, equality, security, and respect.
Answer: (A) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
Explanation: Both the assertion and reason are true, and the reason explains that individuals have varied goals because they prioritize different aspects like freedom and security.
3. [OEB]
Assertion (A): Normally, your money cannot buy you a pollution-free environment or ensure you get unadulterated medicines.
Reason (R): Money may also not be able to protect you from infectious diseases, unless the whole community takes preventive steps.
Answer: (B) Both A and R are true, but R is NOT the correct explanation of A.
Explanation: Both statements are true, but the reason does not fully explain why money cannot guarantee a pollution-free environment or pure medicines.
4. [OEB]
Assertion (A): Human Development Report is published by UNDP.
Reason (R): UNDP stands for United Nations Development Press.
Answer: (D) A is false, and R is true.
Explanation: The assertion is true, but the reason is false because UNDP stands for United Nations Development Programme.
5. [OEB]
Assertion (A): Money is the sole parameter to measure development.
Reason (R): Money is an important parameter of development.
Answer: (D) A is false, and R is true.
Explanation: The assertion is false as development also includes non-economic factors like health, education, and equality, but the reason is true.
6. [2021]
Assertion (A): Kerala has a low Infant Mortality Rate.
Reason (R): Kerala has adequate provision of basic health and education facilities.
Answer: (A) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
Explanation: Both the assertion and reason are true, and the reason provides the correct explanation for Kerala’s low infant mortality rate.
7. [OEB]
Assertion (A): Introduction of organic farming is a part of sustainable development.
Reason (R): Organic farming does not use chemical fertilizers.
Answer: (B) Both A and R are true, but R is NOT the correct explanation of A.
Explanation: Both statements are true, but the absence of chemical fertilizers is not the sole reason organic farming contributes to sustainability.
8. [OEB]
Assertion (A): BMI stands for Body Movement Index.
Reason (R): A healthy BMI can be maintained by taking healthy and nutritional food.
Answer: (D)
Explanation: The assertion is false because BMI stands for Body Mass Index, while the reason is true.
9. [OEB]
Assertion (A): Groundwater is an example of renewable resources.
Reason (R): If we use more than what is being replenished by rain, we would be overusing this resource.
Answer: (B) Both A and R are true, but R is NOT the correct explanation of A.
Explanation: Both statements are true, but the reason does not directly explain the renewable nature of groundwater.
10. [OEB]
Assertion (A): Sustainable development is essential for the economic growth of the countries.
Reason (R): Sustainable development ensures that environment-hostile measures are adopted for carrying out mining processes.
Answer: (C) A is true, but R is false.
Explanation: The assertion is true, but the reason is false because sustainable development seeks to minimize environmentally harmful practices.
