Assertion [A]: Post-independence, the Indian cities attracted a large chunk of the population.

Reason [R]: Urban living offers better jobs, higher incomes and better infrastructure facilities.

Both A are false.

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A is false but R is true.

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Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.

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

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The correct option is D Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
In the post-independence era, the Indian cities attracted a lot of urban population due to various factors. This included many benefits like job opportunities, higher income, better infrastructure facilities, clean air and water, as well as social organisations contributing to a healthy community life.

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Assertion [A]: Post-independence, the Indian cities attracted a large chunk of the population. Reason [R]: Urban living offers better jobs, higher incomes and better infrastructure facilities.

Assertion [A]: Post-independence, the Indian cities attracted a large chunk of the population.

Reason [R]: Urban living offers better jobs, higher incomes and better infrastructure facilities.