Question

Read the following statements—Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Choose one of the correct alternatives given below:
Assertion (A): The developmental experiences of India and Pakistan have a lot of similarities.
Reason (R): Both India and Pakistan laid emphasis on creating a large private sector.
 

• A. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
• B. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
• C. Assertion (A) is true, but Reason (R) is false.
• D. Assertion (A) is false, but Reason (R) is true.

Hint:

Comparative analysis of development experiences highlights differences in policy priorities and outcomes between nations.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The developmental experiences of India and Pakistan share similarities such as reliance on agriculture, focus on industrialization, and challenges in reducing poverty. However, the emphasis on creating a large private sector is not true for both countries, as Pakistan relied more on state-led development policies during the early years.