General Studies · Cause and Effect
Given below is a statement followed by two possible reasons numbered I and II. Read the statement carefully and decide which of the reasons explain(s) the event described. Statement: Price of tomatoes has been steadily rising and has crossed Rs. 200 per kg in most parts of India during a specific season. Reasons: (I) Farmers reported a severe, unknown insect infestation in tomato crops, which affected the crop output in many states. (II) Heavy flooding in many states during the monsoon season destroyed standing vegetable crops, leading to severe shortages.
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- 1Neither I nor II is a possible reason.
- 2Only I is a possible reason.
- 3Only II is a possible reason.
- 4Both I and II are possible reasons.✓
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Both I and II are possible reasons.
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