Question

Statement 1: The people of Punjab naturally transformed into brave warriors, staying ahead of most Indians.

Statement 2: Punjab was always threatened by foreign invaders due to its unique geographical features.

• A. Both statements are correct and statement 1 is the correct justification of statement 2.
• B. Both statements are correct and statement 2 is the correct justification of statement 1.
• C. Statement 1 is correct but statement 2 is incorrect.
• D. Statement 1 is incorrect but statement 2 is correct.

Answer 1

The correct option is B Both statements are correct and statement 2 is the correct justification of statement 1.

The unique geographical features of Punjab implied that the threat of foreign invasions always remained. Thus, the people of Punjab always anticipated an invasion and transformed into brave warriors staying ahead of most Indians. This affected the culture and temperament of the people as the unity and development of the country depended on the strength of the Punjabis.