Question

Assertion (A): Indians opposed the practice of colonialism and imperialism.

Reason (R): India was a staunch believer of the Non-Alignment Movement.

Based on the statements, mark the correct inference from the following:

• A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
• B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
• C. A is true but R is false.
• D. A is false but R is true.

Answer 1

The correct option is A Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.

As per the objectives of the Non-Aligned Movement, India wanted to maintain peace and promote the economic growth of the nation. This would be impossible with colonial rule. Hence, Indians revolted against such practices.