Question

Given below are two statements: Assertion (A): "Pakka marithara inumal" starts before and after Newmoon day. Reason (R): When it occurs in postpartum women, it kills. Choose the most appropriate answer:

• A. Both (A) and (R) are correct, and (R) explains (A)
• B. Both (A) and (R) are correct, but (R) does not explain (A)
• C. (A) is correct but (R) is incorrect
• D. (A) is incorrect but (R) is correct

Hint:

Lunar phases influence certain diseases in Siddha, but claims require evidence.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The timing assertion (A) is correct, but the lethality in postpartum women (R) is not substantiated.