Understanding Iconic Languages and Their Paradigms

Assertion (A): Iconic languages, for example Photography work differently.

Reason (R): Here the paradigms are clearly defined.

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: (C)

Explanation:

Iconic languages, such as photography, paintings, and visual symbols, communicate through images rather than words. These languages rely on visual perception, cultural context, and interpretation rather than strict grammatical rules.

The assertion (A) states that iconic languages, like photography, work differently from other languages. This is true because visual communication operates through symbols, composition, and non-verbal cues. Unlike spoken or written languages, iconic languages convey meaning through images rather than structured syntax.

The reason (R) claims that the paradigms in iconic languages are clearly defined. This statement is false because visual communication lacks rigid structures like grammar or syntax in spoken languages. The interpretation of images varies based on cultural, personal, and situational factors. Unlike linguistic paradigms, which follow specific rules, visual paradigms are more fluid and subjective.

Since (A) is true and (R) is false, the correct answer is (C). Iconic languages function differently from verbal languages, but their paradigms are not always clearly defined. Understanding this distinction helps in effective visual storytelling and communication.

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