Assertion (A): If opinion polls are obscene, exit polls are vulgar, especifically in the Indian context.
Reason (R): Indian media have their own limitations to conduct opinion and exit polls.
(A) Both (A) and (R) are true
(B) Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
(C) (A) is true, but (R) is false
(D) (A) is false, but (R) is true
Correct Ans: (D)
Explanation:
First, we need to assess the accuracy of both statements. The assertion claims that exit polls are “vulgar” in the Indian context. This is a strong, subjective judgment, not universally accepted. Although exit polls often stir debate and controversy, labeling them as “vulgar” reflects a personal or rhetorical opinion, not an objective fact. Hence, the assertion is false.
However, the reason presents a valid point. Indian media indeed face several structural and ethical limitations while conducting and reporting both opinion and exit polls. For instance, sampling may lack diversity, timelines may be rushed, and data interpretation often becomes politically biased or commercially motivated. As a result, this reasoning holds true and explains why such polls often lack credibility in India.
Therefore, even though the reason is correct, it does not justify or explain the exaggerated and incorrect assertion. So, the most accurate and logically consistent choice is Option (D): (A) is false, but (R) is true.
