Statement: The Government has decided to provide monetary relief to farmers in drought-hit areas. Assumptions: I. Farmers in the affected area will accept the Government’s relief. II. The Government machinery will be able to reach affected farmers to deliver relief. Choose the option that identifies which assumption(s) is/are implicit.
Correct Answer: if both Assumption I and Assumption II are implicit
Introduction / Context:Policy decisions assume both willingness of beneficiaries and feasibility of delivery.
Given Data / Assumptions:
- Drought-affected farmers need monetary support.
- Government intends to disburse relief.
Concept / Approach:A decision to grant relief presupposes (a) acceptance by target beneficiaries and (b) administrative capacity to deliver the aid.
Step-by-Step Solution:I is necessary: if farmers refused relief, the program’s intended impact would fail.II is necessary: without logistics to reach farmers, the decision is toothless.
Verification / Alternative check:Remove I or II and the policy cannot achieve outcomes.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:Any option omitting either I or II undermines execution.
Common Pitfalls:Assuming announcement alone suffices without delivery.
Final Answer:if both Assumption I and Assumption II are implicit