Read the Assertion (A) and Reason (R) below and select the correct option:
Assertion (A): Demographic indicators such as birth and death rates depend on accurate reporting by households.
Reason (R): Registration of births and deaths is compulsory and is strictly adhered to in every region of India.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. A is true, but R is false.
The Assertion (A) is true because demographic indicators such as birth rates, death rates, and population growth depend heavily on accurate reporting by households. Without correct data, these indicators can be misrepresented. However, the Reason (R) is false. Although the registration of births and deaths is legally compulsory in India under the Civil Registration System (CRS), it is not strictly adhered to in every region. Many rural and remote areas still experience under-registration due to lack of awareness, accessibility issues, and administrative limitations. Therefore, R does not accurately support A, making the statement “A is true, but R is false” correct.