Assertion (A): New media has a negative impact on the writing skills of the new generation.

Reason (R): New media has altered the art of writing.

(A) Both (A) and (R) are true.

(B) Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation for (A).

(C) (A) is true, (R) is false.

(D) (A) is false, but (R) is true. 

Correct Ans: (B)

Explanation:

New media has transformed the way people communicate. The rise of social media, texting, and digital platforms has encouraged shorter, more informal writing styles. As a result, many people now avoid complex sentence structures and proper grammar. This shift has negatively impacted the writing skills of the new generation. Many students struggle with formal writing, spelling, and sentence formation because they are accustomed to abbreviations, emojis, and casual phrasing.

Additionally, new media has altered the art of writing itself. Traditional writing involved structured formats, detailed narratives, and a focus on grammar. However, modern communication relies on instant messaging and quick responses, leading to a decline in careful composition. Blogs, tweets, and online posts prioritize engagement over correctness, reducing attention to linguistic precision.

Both the assertion and reason are true. New media does impact writing skills negatively, and it has indeed changed the writing process. However, the reason does not fully explain the assertion. While new media has altered writing, its negative impact is also due to reduced emphasis on traditional writing education and practice.

Thus, the correct answer is option (B).