Question

Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R).
Assertion (A): Acting is a creative art. To create the illusion of reality is Acting.
Reason (R): This concept is given by Mayorhold.
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:

Meyerhold = Stylization/Biomechanics. He hated the "illusion of reality" and wanted the stage to look like a machine.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Concept: Different acting theorists have different views on "reality" on stage. Naturalism seeks to create an illusion of reality, while other forms like Biomechanics seek a more stylized truth.

Step 1: Evaluating the definition of Acting.
Assertion (A) is a general and widely accepted definition of realistic acting—creating the "illusion of reality" for the audience.

Step 2: Evaluating the source of the concept.
Reason (R) is incorrect. Vsevolod Meyerhold (spelled Mayorhold here) was famous for Biomechanics, which was a reaction *against* the illusion of reality. He wanted the audience to be aware they were watching a performance, not a "slice of life." The "illusion of reality" is more closely associated with Stanislavski.