Question

Assertion (A): One of the most important traditional uses of sacred groves is that they act as a repository for various Ayurvedic medicines.

Reason (R): In modern times, sacred groves have become biodiversity rich areas, as they provide refuge to various plant and animal species of conservation.

पर्याय

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

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

• Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.

• Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are false.

Answer 1

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

Explanation:

Sacred groves traditionally preserve plants, including species with medicinal value. Their role as refuges for diverse plants and animals explains their conservation importance, but it does not explain that traditional use.