Read the following statements: Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Choose the correct alternative from those given below:
Assertion (A): In the recent past, Indian economy has been facing the problem of jobless growth.
Reason (R): Jobless growth refers to a situation where an economy is able to produce more goods and services without generating additional employment.
Assertion (A): India faces the issue of jobless growth, characterized by economic expansion unaccompanied by a proportional rise in employment.
Reason (R): Jobless growth arises when technological progress and improved productivity enable higher output levels without the need for increased labor. Conclusion: Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are factual, yet the Reason does not provide a direct explanation for the Assertion.