Question

Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R). Assertion (A): Raghav Kaneria is an experimentalist. Reason (R): He never preferred assemblage and construction in industrial scrap to modelling and casting. 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:

Remember the important facts about Raghav Kaneria: \[ \boxed{ \begin{aligned} \text{Raghav Kaneria} &\rightarrow \text{Experimental Sculptor}, \text{Materials} &\rightarrow \text{Industrial Scrap and Found Objects}, \text{Technique} &\rightarrow \text{Assemblage and Construction}. \end{aligned} } \] Mnemonic: “Kaneria = Creative Construction with Scrap.”

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Concept: Raghav Kaneria is one of India's leading contemporary sculptors and is widely recognized for his experimental approach to sculpture. He explored innovative techniques and materials beyond traditional sculptural practices. Kaneria is particularly known for using assemblage and construction with industrial scrap, found objects, and fabricated metal, instead of relying solely on conventional modelling and casting methods. His work reflects experimentation with form, material, and modern industrial aesthetics.

Step 1: Examine Assertion (A). Raghav Kaneria is indeed regarded as an experimental sculptor. \[ \boxed{\text{Assertion (A) is Correct}} \]

Step 2: Examine Reason (R). The Reason states that he never preferred assemblage and construction in industrial scrap. This is incorrect because Kaneria is well known for preferring assemblage and construction using industrial scrap and fabricated materials. \[ \boxed{\text{Reason (R) is Incorrect}} \]

Step 3: Choose the correct option. Since Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false, \[ \boxed{\text{(C) (A) is correct but (R) is not correct.}} \]