Question

Given below are two statements, one of which is labelled as Assertion (A) and other is labelled as Reason (R). Read both the statements carefully: 
Assertion (A): The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has developed a classification process which can contribute "to sporting excellence for all athletes and sports in the Paralympic Movement, and provide equitable competition." 
Reason (R): The classification process serves two roles. The first is to determine who is eligible and the second is to grouping the sports people for the purpose of competitions. 
In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?

• A. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of the 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:

In questions where assertion and reason are evaluated, it is crucial to determine whether the reason effectively supports or justifies the assertion.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

To address the problem, we must evaluate both the Assertion (A) and the Reason (R) to ascertain their correct relationship.

1. Analyzing the Assertion (A):
The Assertion posits that the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has established a classification process that facilitates "sporting excellence for all athletes and sports in the Paralympic Movement" and guarantees "equitable competition." This statement is accurate and extensively documented. The IPC's classification system is specifically designed to ensure fairness by mitigating the influence of impairments on athletic performance.

2. Analyzing the Reason (R):
The Reason states that the classification process serves two primary functions: establishing eligibility for participation and categorizing athletes for competition. This is also accurate. These are the core objectives of the IPC's classification system.

3. Evaluating the Relationship:
We now determine if the Reason (R) accurately explains the Assertion (A). Given that the classification process is fundamental to ensuring fair competition and inclusive participation, and that it achieves this by defining eligibility and grouping athletes, the Reason (R) directly elucidates why the classification process leads to "sporting excellence" and "equitable competition."

Conclusion:
Both A and R are factually correct, and R provides the correct explanation for A.