Read the two statements given below about the direct elections and select the option that shows the correct relationship between (A) and (R).

Assertion (A): Direct elections are considered more democratic than indirect elections.

Reason (R): In direct elections, voters directly elect their representatives, ensuring greater public participation and accountability.

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

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

Explanation — In direct elections, the electorate has a direct say in the selection of representatives, which leads to increased public participation and greater accountability as elected officials are directly answerable to the voters.