Question

Select the correct option after reading the statements.
1. The agricultural lands in several places in Kerala have been converted to settlements.
2. The population of Kerala is rising.

• A. Both statements are invalid.
• B. Statement 1 is true and Statement 2 is the correct explanation for Statement 1.
• C. Statement 1 is true, but Statement 2 is not the correct explanation for Statement 1.
• D. Both statements are correct, but Statement 1 and Statement 2 do not have any relation.

Answer 1

The correct option is B Statement 1 is true and Statement 2 is the correct explanation for Statement 1.

The agricultural lands in several places in Kerala have been converted to settlements because of the increasing population of the state. Many farmers of the region have moved out of agriculture. This makes it necessary to import some food items.