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Read the following statements carefully and choose the correct option regarding Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Assertion (A): WTO encourages free and fair trade across nations. Reason (R): It allows countries to impose arbitrary restrictions to protect domestic industries.

1. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
2. Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
3. A is true but R is false
4. A is false but R is true

Correct answer: A is true but R is false

Solution

The WTO is designed to promote free and fair trade by reducing trade barriers and setting rules for international commerce. The reason is false because arbitrary restrictions are not allowed under WTO principles.

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