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Question
Consider the given statements and choose the correct option from the given below ones
Assertion(A): The Himalayas acts as a climatic barrier.
Reason(R): The Himalayas prevents cold winds from central Asia and keep the Indian Sub-continent warm.(Give option for this questions)
Options
Both (A) and (R) are true: R explains A
Both (A) and (R) are true: R does not explain A
(A) is true (R) is false
(A) is false (R) is true
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Solution
Both (A) and (R) are true: R explains A
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