Question

Choose the correct option.

(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation for A.

(b) Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation for A.

(c) A is true and R is false.

(d) A is false and R is true.

Assertion (A): Scurvy is caused due to hypersensitivity to certain foodstuff.

Reason (R): Scurvy is a non-communicable disease.

Answer 1

Assertion (A): Scurvy is caused due to hypersensitivity to certain foodstuff.

Explanation :

1. Scurvy is a disease caused due to lack or deficiency of sufficient vitamin C.

Hence the above statement is false.

Reason (R): Scurvy is a non-communicable disease.

Explanation :

1. Scurvy is a disease caused due to deficiency in the diet.
2. Hence it is a non-communicable disease.

Hence the above statement is true.

Conclusion :

Hence, the correct option is (d).

(d) A is false and R is true.