The following item consists of two Statements I and II. You are to examine these two statements carefully and select the answer to these items using the code given below. **Statements** I. The rich sculptural tradition of Mathura is distinguished by its principal medium, the white spotted red sandstone. II. The white spotted red sandstone is locally available in Mathura region. **Codes:**
CAPF 2014
A. Both the statements are individually true and Statement II is the correct explanation of Statement I
B. Both the statements are individually true but Statement II is not the correct explanation of Statement I
C. Statement I is true and Statement II is false
D. Statement I is false but Statement II is true
Answer: Both the statements are individually true and Statement II is the correct explanation of Statement I
Option a is the correct answer.
Statement I is true: The rich sculptural tradition of Mathura is distinguished by its principal medium, the white spotted red sandstone, which is found in abundance in the Mathura region and is easy to work with, allowing for the creation of beautiful and intricate sculptures.
Statement II is true: The white spotted red sandstone is locally available in the Mathura region, making it convenient for sculptors to obtain the material and reducing their travel costs, thereby aiding in the creation of sculptures and keeping the overall cost down. Both statements are true, and
Statement II provides a logical explanation for
Statement I.