State PCS PYQPrelims 2024

UPPCS · Question 119

Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A): There is a positive relationship between Human Development Index (HDI) and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) ranking of Indian States. Reason (R): The underlying dimensions of SDG targets are closely related to education and health aspects. Select the correct answer using the code given below.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
  2. (A) is false, but (R) is true
  3. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
  4. (A) is true, but (R) is false
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Answer: (C) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)

Explanation

States with higher HDI generally score better on the SDG India Index because both depend heavily on health and education outcomes.