Assertion A Earthworms are not good for agriculture Reason R Earthworms break down the soi...........

General Studies(Punjab Allied) Geography

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Assertion (A) : Earthworms are not good for agriculture.

Reason (R) : Earthworms break down the soil into fine particles and make it soft.

If both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A

If both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A

If A is true but R is false

If A is false but R is true

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Explanation:

- Assertion (A): "Earthworms are not good for agriculture." This statement is false. Earthworms are actually considered very beneficial for agriculture.

- Reason (R): "Earthworms break down the soil into fine particles and make it soft." This statement is true. Earthworms improve soil texture, aeration, and nutrient availability.

- Earthworms help compost organic material and improve soil fertility, which aids crops.

- The Reason is true, but the Assertion is false. So, Option 4 is correct.

Correct Answer:

Option: 4, If A is false but R is true