Question

Assertion (A): Loss of biodiversity can occur due to overexploitation of resources.

Reason (R): Introduction of Clarias gariepinus in Indian rivers has led to a decline in native Indian fishes.

(A) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of the Assertion (A).

(B) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of the Assertion (A).

(C) Assertion (A) is true, but Reason (R) is false

(D) Assertion (A) is false, but Reason (R) is true.

Answer 1

Correct answer is (B) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of the Assertion (A).