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Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R).
Assertion (A) : During the 20th century, poverty and poor people have become the subject of our concern and duty.
Reason (R) : Strategically there was lack of targeted actions due to which this issue got momentum.
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Explanation
The correct answer is Option B. During the 20th century, poverty shifted from being viewed as an inevitable condition to a social problem that states had a moral and political duty to address. Assertion (A) is true as this period saw the rise of the welfare state and the global consensus on poverty reduction.
Reason (R) is also true and provides the correct explanation. Early economic strategies (especially in the mid-20th century) often relied on the "trickle-down" effect, which lacked targeted actions specifically for the poor. The failure of these broad strategies to significantly reduce poverty meant the problem persisted and became more visible (the issue "got momentum"). This strategic failure forced a shift in focus, making the eradication of poverty a primary concern and a fundamental duty of governance, eventually leading to direct poverty-alleviation programs.
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Reason (R) : The situation is due to deficiencies existing in the economy such as supply bottleneck and inefficient distribution.
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Reason (R) : The basic needs of people vary across regions and overtime.
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Reason (R) : Agenda 21 was signed by world leaders in 1995.
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Assertion (A) : Development is being defined as improving living standards and welfare.
Reason (R) : Growth in per capita income is not a sufficient measure of development.
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Reason (R) : They complained only against "Un-British rule" in India.
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