Question

Assertion :In India, most migrations have been from rural to urban areas. Reason: The urban areas offer greater employment opportunities and better living conditions.

• A. Both A and R are true and R explains A.
• B. Both A and R are true but R does not explain A.
• C. A is true and R is false.
• D. A is false and R is true.

Answer 1

The correct option is A Both A and R are true and R explains A.

Rural to urban migration is one among the many types of migration. The main reason behind this type of migration is better employment opportunities in urban areas compared to rural areas, availability of regular work, good educational facilities and sources of entertainment.