Cause–Effect reasoning: Identify the relationship between Statement I and Statement II. S1: The importance of Yoga and exercise is being realized by all sections of society. S2: There is increasing awareness about health in society, particularly among middle-aged people. Choose the correct cause–effect option.

Given data

• S1: People are realizing the importance of Yoga and exercise.
• S2: Health awareness is increasing, especially among middle-aged people.

Concept / Approach
Greater health awareness typically leads people to value preventive practices like Yoga and exercise. Thus S2 is a natural driver of S1.

Step-by-step check of options
A: Realizing the importance of Yoga does not itself create society-wide awareness. ✖ B: Rising health awareness ⇒ more people realize Yoga/exercise matter. ✔ C/D/E: No indication of separate unrelated causes or a third common cause beyond S2 directly influencing S1. ✖

Final Answer
Statement II is the cause and Statement I is its effect.