Question

Assertion(A): Radio broadcasting helped in reaching the areas that newspapers could not.

Reason(R): The radio broadcast events insantly and could be understood by the illterate as well.

• A. A is correct but R is incorrect.
• B. A is incorrect but R is correct.
• C. Both A and R are correct.
• D. Both A and R are incorrect.

Answer 1

The correct option is C Both A and R are correct.

Although newspapers were essential in spreading awareness, it did not reach all walks of lives. The illiterate were left in the dark about events and other news that came in the papers. With the advent of radio broadcasting, all walks of lives could be made aware of important news and awareness. The radio also broadcasted news it took place beating the newspaper. It also became a place to socialise as not every household had or could afford one.