[assertion_reason] Assertion (A): Forests play a key role in the ecological system as well as in human econom…

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[assertion_reason] Assertion (A): Forests play a key role in the ecological system as well as in human economic and social development.
Reason (R): Forests support biodiversity, regulate climate, maintain soil and water resources, and provide livelihood to millions of people.
(A) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
(B) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
(C) A is true but R is false.
(D) A is false but R is true.

Accepted Answer

## Model Answer **(A) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.** Forests form the primary ecological system and support biodiversity, regulate climate, maintain soil and water — directly explaining their key role in ecological and human development. Source: Flora and Fauna in India, Chapter 2 --- ## Explanation The passage explicitly states "Forests play a key role in the ecological system as these are also the primary producers on which all other living beings depend." The Reason directly explains *why* forests are key — through biodiversity support, climate regulation, and livelihood provision — making **(A)** the correct option. Ensure you don't choose (B); R is indeed the correct explanation, not just an additional true statement.

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