Question

Assertion (A): Prejudices refer to pre-conceived opinions or attitudes held by members of one group towards another.
Reason (R): An opinion is formed in advance of any familiarity with the subject, before considering any available evidence.

• 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, but 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:

Understanding the core concepts of sociological terms will help in answering questions related to them correctly.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Assertion (A): Prejudice is defined as a preconceived, often negative, opinion or attitude held by members of one group towards members of another group.
Reason (R): Prejudice formation typically occurs prior to an individual's acquisition of factual information regarding the subject.
Explanation: The reason accurately describes prejudice formation, which precedes factual investigation of the subject. Therefore, R correctly explains A.