Question

Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R). Assertion (A): Social exclusion theory helps explain caste-based labour segmentation in India. Reason (R): Exclusion emphasizes relational barriers that prevent equal access to opportunities and resources. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.

• A. Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
• B. Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
• C. (A) is correct but (R) is not correct.
• D. (A) is not correct but (R) is correct.

Hint:

Social Exclusion means:
• Unequal access to opportunities.
• Institutional discrimination.
• Restricted social mobility.
• Labour market segmentation.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A