Select the option that is true regarding the following two statements labelled Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Assertion (A): Sexual reproduction is essential in plants for maintaining the continuity of the species for many generations. Reason (R): Sexual reproduction leads to genetic variation that enhances adaptability and evolutionary fitness.
- A.Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but (R) is NOT the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
- B.Assertion (A) is true, but Reason (R) is false.
- C.Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, and (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
- D.Assertion (A) is false, but Reason (R) is true.