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Language as a Gateway to Knowledge: Complicated Yet Essential

Assertion (A): Access to knowledge is always through language and other related orders of representation.

Reason (R): Since language does not have clear meanings, and does not reflect shared meanings, it contributes to the complicated structure of knowledge.

(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: (C)

Explanation:


The assertion is correct. Access to knowledge indeed occurs through language and other systems of representation. Language is the primary medium for expressing and sharing ideas. Without language, much of human knowledge would remain inaccessible. It provides the structure through which we interpret and understand the world.

The reason, however, is inaccurate. While language can sometimes be ambiguous, it does reflect shared meanings within a community. Language is not devoid of clear meanings. Instead, it often relies on context to shape the understanding of words. While ambiguities in language exist, they do not fundamentally hinder knowledge transmission. In fact, language allows for flexible communication that adapts to different contexts, making knowledge more accessible.

The claim that language doesnโ€™t have clear meanings is misleading. While meanings can vary, the structure of language allows for shared understanding among speakers. People use language precisely because it enables them to communicate effectively and pass knowledge across generations.

Thus, while the assertion is accurate, the reason fails to explain why language is a tool for accessing knowledge. The correct answer is (C): The assertion is true, but the reason is false.

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