Assertion (A): Educational communication in India is a sage of unlimited success.
Reason (R): The UGC funded MMRCs are functioning in several States to popularize educational programmes through audio-visual media.
Codes:
(A) Both (A) and (R) are true.
(B) Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
(C) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
(D) (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Correct Ans: (D)
The assertion (A) claims that educational communication in India is a saga of unlimited success. However, this statement is not true. Although India has made progress in educational media, it still faces several challenges. These include poor reach in rural areas, low digital literacy, and limited engagement with content. Therefore, we cannot label it as a complete success.
On the other hand, the reason (R) says that UGC-funded MMRCs (Media and Mass Communication Resource Centres) are working across states to popularize educational programmes using audio-visual media. This statement is true. The UGC did set up MMRCs to create and broadcast quality content, especially for higher education. These centres have produced educational programs for television and other media platforms. They have also played a role in promoting distance learning and reaching out to a wider academic audience.
Even though MMRCs exist and continue to function, their presence alone doesn’t guarantee unlimited success. While these centres contribute positively, they haven’t overcome core challenges like student engagement, infrastructure gaps, and accessibility in remote areas. Moreover, several programs often fail to reach their target audience or make a strong impact.
In conclusion, the assertion is false because educational communication in India still faces limitations. The reason is true because UGC-funded MMRCs are indeed working in this space. However, the reason does not justify the assertion. Hence, the correct answer is (D) — Assertion is false, but Reason is true.
