Question

Assertion (A): Iron ore forms the backbone of modern civilisation.

Reason (R): The iron ore deposits in India occur as hill masses and are easily accessible.

Options

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

• Both A and R are true but R does not explain 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 does not explain A.

Explanation:

Assertion is true because iron ore is used to make steel, which is essential for industries and modern development. The reason is also true as iron ore in India is found in hill masses and is easily mined. However, accessibility of deposits does not explain why iron ore is the backbone of civilisation.