Question

Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other labelled as Reason (R). 
• [Assertion (A):] Rust is incited not only by fungi but also by other organisms. 
• [Reason (R):] Colour of rust pustule reveal its causal agent.
 In light of the above statements, choose the correct 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:

Remember that Red rust of tea is a classic exam question: it is caused by the green alga Cephaleuros virescens, making it a rare example of an algal plant pathogen.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B