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    Two statements are given below, one labelled as Assertion and the oilier as Reason (R):
    Assertion [A]: Dadabhai Naorqji founded East India Association in London.
    Reason [R]: He wanted to influence the British Public Opinion.
    In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?

    A)  Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.

    B)  Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.

    C)  A is true, but R is false.

    D)  R is true, but A is false.

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

     Dadabhai Naoroji founded the East India Association in London to raise tine grievances that India was facing and to influence England's public opinion. He believed the British government to be just and fair and had a firm belief that they would address his concerns. His Association asked for the removal of the Vernacular Press Act and the abolition of the cotton duties.


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