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Assertion (A): The bridge that was built over the railway track collapsed within a year of its construction. Reason (R1): The bridge had faulty design. Reason (R2): Kickbacks were paid by the contractor to the engineers.

Correct Answer: If only reason 1 (R1) and not reason 2 (R2) is the reason for the assertion (A).

Explanation:

Kickbacks do not imply use of faulty design or inferior quality material, which is the cause of collapse.


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