Question

Given below are two statements:
Assertion (A): An Inclusive school has a facilitative and responsive environment with activities focusing on strengths and interest of students and designed to encourage all students to build mutual respect by learning and participating together.
Reason (R): The objective is to cater to needs of each student irrespective of her/his individual pace to draw out maximum potential. Choose the most appropriate answer:

• A. Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
• B. Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
• C. (A) is correct but (R) is not correct
• D. (A) is not correct but (R) is correct

Hint:

The aim of catering to every student's needs explains why inclusive schools create a responsive environment.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understanding the Question:

• We must judge Assertion (A) on the inclusive school and Reason (R) on its objective, and see whether R explains A.

Step 2: Detailed Explanation:

• Assertion (A) is correct: an inclusive school provides a supportive and responsive environment, builds on student strengths and interests, and encourages mutual respect through learning together.

• Reason (R) is correct: the objective is to meet the needs of every student at her or his own pace and draw out maximum potential.

• R states the purpose that explains why the school is designed as described in A.

Step 3: Final Answer:
Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A). The correct option is (A).