Question

Given below are two statements, labelled as Assertion (A) and Reason (R).
Assertion (A): Standardization marks ensure quality and purity of a product.
Reason (R): The fineness and purity of gold jewellery is indicated by Hallmark.
Select the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

• 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, but (R) is true.

Hint:

Hallmark certification by BIS indicates the purity of gold jewellery and acts as a standardization mark assuring quality to consumers.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understanding the Concept: Standardization marks are certifications issued by recognized bodies to assure consumers that a product conforms to specific quality and safety standards.
Step 2: Detailed Explanation: Assertion (A) is true; marks like ISI, Agmark, and FSSAI are implemented specifically to guarantee a baseline of quality and purity to the consumer.
Reason (R) states that Hallmark indicates the purity of 'only gold jewellery'.
This statement is false because the BIS Hallmark in India is used to certify the purity of both Gold and Silver jewellery.
The inclusion of the word 'only' makes the reasoning statement factually incorrect.
Step 3: Final Answer: Therefore, Assertion (A) is correct, but Reason (R) is entirely false.