Question

Given below are two statements:
Statement (I): Traditional leaders in rural areas uphold social and religious values through their inherited status and roles.
Statement (II): Emergent leaders in villages primarily gain influence through their wealth and power. Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

• A. Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are correct and Statement (II) is the correct explanation of Statement (I).
• B. Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are correct but Statement (II) is NOT the correct explanation of Statement (I).
• C. Statement (I) is correct but Statement (II) is incorrect.
• D. Statement (I) is incorrect but Statement (II) is correct.

Hint:

Traditional leaders: Inherited, value-based; Emergent leaders: Wealth or power-driven.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

- Statement (I) is correct: Traditional leaders in rural areas, such as village elders or caste leaders, derive authority from inherited roles, often tied to social, cultural, or religious structures. They uphold community values and norms through their status. - Statement (II) is correct: Emergent leaders gain influence through achieved status, often via wealth, education, political connections, or economic power (e.g., large landowners or entrepreneurs). However, this statement is not an explanation of Statement (I), as the two describe distinct types of leadership without a causal link. Since both statements are correct but independent, option (2) is correct.