Question

Assertion (A): Dialogue is an essential part of public relations because it facilitates two-way communication.

Reason (R): Dialogue in public relations is used to impose the organization's views on the public.

विकल्प

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

• Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).

• Assertion (A) is true, but Reason (R) is false.

• Assertion (A) is false, but Reason (R) is true.

Answer 1

Assertion (A) is true, but Reason (R) is false.

Explanation:

A ssertion (A) is true because conversation is a fundamental component of public relations that develops an open, two-way communication channel to achieve mutual understanding between an organization and its audience. However, Reason (R) is false because conversation is clearly intended for collaborative exchange, listening, and relationship building, whereas utilising communication to unilaterally impose opinions or force compliance is considered propaganda or coercion, rather than ethical public relations.