Sociology · Social Stratification
Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R). Assertion (A): Caste system in India is an example of ascribed status. Reason (R): Ascribed status is assigned at birth and is generally unchangeable during one's lifetime. In light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:
- 1A is false, but R is true.
- 2A is true, but R is false.
- 3Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
- 4Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.✓
Correct answer
Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
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