Question

Two statements are given below. They are Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Read both the statements carefully and choose the correct option.
Assertion (A): Lack of basic necessities such as housing, health and drinking water, etc. are found in slum settlements.
Reason (R): The government of India launched 'The Swachh Bharat Mission' to improve the quality of life in urban slums.

• 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 correct, but (R) is incorrect.
• D. (A) is incorrect, but (R) is correct.

Hint:

The main source of pollution in rivers like Yamuna is often untreated sewage and industrial waste, so proper waste management is key to reducing pollution.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Domestic waste dumping is the main cause of Yamuna River pollution in Delhi. Unprecedented urbanization results in untreated sewage, household refuse, and industrial discharge entering the river directly. This has resulted in extreme water contamination, with dangerously high concentrations of poisons and refuse. Although pesticides and fertilizers contribute to pollution in agricultural regions, the primary driver of Yamuna pollution in Delhi remains the discharge of domestic waste.Therefore, the appropriate choice is (B) Domestic waste dumping.