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Standard IX
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IGNOU
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Select the correct option based on the two statements below

Assertion(A): IGNOU is also known as People's University.

Reason(R): This is due to the fact that its main aim is to provide higher education to all the citizens of the country.

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Both A and R are incorrect.
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R is the correct explanation for A.
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R is the incorrect explanation for A
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Both A and R are independent statements.
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The correct option is B R is the correct explanation for A.
IGNOU was established with one main aim, to provide higher education to every citizen of the country. It offers numerous courses for people who could not pursue the course formally and offers a concession with respect to the eligibility criteria. Hence, it is also known as the 'People's University'.

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