Geography
Two statements are given in the question below as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Read the statement and choose the appropriate option:
Assertion (A): Minerals should be used judiciously.
Reason (R): Minerals are important for our daily needs.
- Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
- Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
- (A) is true but (R) is false.
- (A) is false and (R) is true.
Mineral Resources
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Answer
Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
Explanation — Minerals are exhaustible or non-renewable natural resources that take millions of years to form. Hence, by using them judiciously, we can meet our present needs and at the same time keep enough resources for the growth and development of our future generations.
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