Question

Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R
Assertion A: Crime is purposive in that the criminal behaviour is designed to meet the individual offender's need for money, status, sex and excitement.
Reason R: According to Rational Choice Theory, an offender, in self interest chooses to commit a crime on the basis of his/her assessment that it will be rewarding or profitable or satisfy some need better than a non-criminal behaviour.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

• 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:

When an Assertion states a behavior and the Reason states a theory that explains why that behavior happens, R is usually the correct explanation of A.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Concept: The Rational Choice Theory posits that individuals make logical decisions to commit crimes by weighing the risks against the potential rewards.

Step 1: Analyzing Assertion A.
Criminal behavior is often purposive, aiming to satisfy personal needs like financial gain, status, or excitement.

Step 2: Analyzing Reason R.
Rational Choice Theory explains this "purpose" by suggesting that offenders assess the profitability and utility of a crime compared to legal behavior. Since R explains the mechanism behind the purpose stated in A, it is the correct explanation.