In this question, two statements I and II have been given. These statements may be independent causes or effects of independent causes or a common cause. One of the statements may be the effect of the other statement. Read both statements and select the correct answer.
I.Since the past three years, State M has reported a sharp and substantial decline in the state’s agricultural produce.
II.In the last five years, there has been an increase in the overall average Rainfall by 6% in State M bringing respite to the farmers.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Both I and II are effects of independent causes.
I.Since the past three years, State M has reported a sharp and substantial decline in the state’s agricultural produce.
For the decline in the state's agricultural produce, the reasons can be any natural disaster, pest attack, or any other thing. So, it is an independent cause of an effect.
II.In the last five years, there has been an increase in the overall average Rainfall by 6% in State M bringing respite to the farmers.
The increase in rainfall and decline in produce have no relation. So, it is an independent cause of an effect.