Option 1: Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A.

In this option, both the assertion (A) and reason (R) are stated as true. The assertion states that the cultivation of cotton is concentrated in Maharashtra, which is a fact. The reason states that the level of industrialization in Maharashtra is high, which also seems plausible. However, it is important to note that the reason is not necessarily the correct explanation of the assertion. While it is true that industrialization can contribute to the concentration of cotton cultivation, there could be other factors at play as well. Therefore, option 1 is not the correct answer.

Option 2: Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A.

This option is the correct answer. It acknowledges that both the assertion and reason are true. Cotton cultivation being concentrated in Maharashtra is a fact, and it is also true that the level of industrialization in Maharashtra is high. However, the reason provided does not necessarily explain the concentration of cotton cultivation. Other factors such as climate, soil conditions, and historical agricultural practices could also play a significant role.

Option 3: A is true but R is false.

This option is not correct because it suggests that the