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Assertion (A): Capital punishment has been abolished in many countries. Reason (R1): No or very few serious crimes are committed in most countries Reason (R2): Killing of humans is considered a sin by most religious.

If only reason 1 (R1) and not reason 2 (R2) is the reason for the assertion (A).
If only reason 2 (R2) and not reason 1 (R1) is the reason for the assertion (A).
If both (R1) and (R2) are reasons for the assertion (A).
If neither (R1) nor (R2) is the reason for the assertion (A).

Correct Answer: If neither (R1) nor (R2) is the reason for the assertion (A).

Explanation:

Both the reasons are incorrect. Crimes have, in fact, increased. There are several arguments against capital punishment and they are not religious.

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