Two statements labelled as Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are given. Consider…
2023
Two statements labelled as Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are given. Consider both the statements carefully. Assertion (A): Fake news spread in world has become a serious problem. Reason (R): The internet is source of all fake news. Select correct answer with the help of code:
- A.
Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
- B.
(A) is false but (R) is true
- C.
(A) is true but (R) is false
- D.
Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
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Correct answer: C
Conclusion: The claim that the spread of fake news worldwide is a serious problem is true. The claim that the internet is the source of all fake news is false because it overgeneralizes; the internet is a major channel but not the only source. Why the first claim is true: Fake news spreading widely is a serious problem because it can mislead the public, harm public health and safety, damage reputations, and undermine democratic processes.