Question

Assertion (A): Development of national highways is a crucial factor in determining the economic growth of India.

Reason (R): Construction of National highways is a major avenue of employment.

पर्याय

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

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

• (A) is true, but (R) is false.

• (A) is false, but (R) is true.

Answer 1

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

Explanation:

The assertion is true because national highways facilitate efficient trade, transport of goods, and connectivity, which directly drive economic growth. While the reason is also true highway construction generates employment this direct employment is a secondary benefit rather than the primary economic mechanism that explains long-term national economic growth.