1.. Assertion (A): Pashupatinath temple is described as a place of “febrile confusion”. Reason (R): Many priests, devotees, animals, tourists, and vendors crowd the area.
- Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
- Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
- A is true but R is false
- A is false but R is true
Correct Answer: Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
2. Assertion (A):Baudhnath stupa creates a feeling of peace and calm. Reason (R): It is free from crowds and noise found in nearby streets.
- A is false but R is true
- Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
- Both A and R are false
- A is true but R is false
Correct Answer: Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
3. Assertion (A): The writer indulges in shopping mindlessly in Kathmandu. Reason (R): He wants to forget his tiredness and enjoy small pleasures.
- Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
- Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
- A is false but R is true
- A is true but R is false
Correct Answer: Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
4. Assertion (A): The flute seller does not shout to sell his flutes. Reason (R): He treats music as a form of meditation rather than business.
- Both A and R are false
- A is true but R is false
- Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
- A is false but R is true
Correct Answer: Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
5. Assertion (A): The writer finds it difficult to leave the square. Reason (R): The flute music deeply moves him emotionally.
- A is false but R is true
- Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
- Both A and R are false
- A is true but R is false
Correct Answer: Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
6. Assertion (A): The Bagmati river shows scenes of both life and death. Reason (R): People bathe in it and also cremate corpses on its banks.
- Both A and R are false
- Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
- A is true but R is false
- A is false but R is true
Correct Answer: Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
7. Assertion (A): The writer prefers flying back home instead of long travel. Reason (R): He feels exhausted and homesick.
- Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
- A is false but R is true
- Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
- A is true but R is false
Correct Answer: Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
8. Assertion (A): Kathmandu is described as vivid and lively. Reason (R): The city is full of sounds, colours, movement and activity.
- Both A and R are false
- A is true but R is false
- Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
- A is false but R is true
Correct Answer: Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
9. Assertion (A): The belief about the small shrine reflects human hope. Reason (R): People believe that the end of Kaliyug will bring moral renewal.
- A is false but R is true
- Both A and R are false
- Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
- A is true but R is false
Correct Answer: Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
10. Assertion (A): The writer compares flutes of different cultures. Reason (R): He wants to show the universality of music.
- Both A and R are false
- A is true but R is false
- A is false but R is true
- Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
Correct Answer: Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
11. Assertion (A): The writer feels surprised at his emotional response to flute music. Reason (R): Earlier, he never reacted so deeply to such details.
- A is true but R is false
- Both A and R are false
- Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
- A is false but R is true
Correct Answer: Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
12. Assertion (A): Baudhnath is called a “haven of quietness”. Reason (R): It provides peace in contrast to the busy city.
- A is false but R is true
- Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
- Both A and R are false
- A is true but R is false
Correct Answer: Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
13. Assertion (A): The crowd at Pashupatinath shows religious devotion. Reason (R): People push forward to get the priest’s attention.
- Both A and R are false
- A is true but R is false
- A is false but R is true
- Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
Correct Answer: Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
14. Assertion (A): The flute seller’s life appears simple and peaceful. Reason (R): He balances art and livelihood without greed.
- A is false but R is true
- Both A and R are false
- Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
- A is true but R is false
Correct Answer: Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
15. Assertion (A): Kathmandu reflects a blend of tradition and modern life. Reason (R): Traditional shrines exist alongside shops selling modern goods.
- Both A and R are false
- A is true but R is false
- A is false but R is true
- Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
Correct Answer: Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
16. Assertion (A): The writer’s journey helps him gain emotional maturity. Reason (R): Travel deepens his sensitivity and reflection.
- A is false but R is true
- Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
- Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
- Both A and R are false
Correct Answer: Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
17. Assertion (A): The flute music rises above traffic noise. Reason (R): Its soft tone attracts the listener’s attention.
- Both A and R are false
- A is false but R is true
- Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
- A is true but R is false
Correct Answer: Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
18. Assertion (A): The writer’s shopping shows his attachment to small joys. Reason (R): Simple pleasures refresh his tired mind.
- Both A and R are false
- A is true but R is false
- A is false but R is true
- Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
Correct Answer: Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
19. Assertion (A): Kathmandu leaves a lasting impression on the writer. Reason (R): The city engages his senses and emotions deeply.
- Both A and R are false
- A is true but R is false
- A is false but R is true
- Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
Correct Answer: Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
20. Assertion (A): The lesson highlights cultural richness and emotional depth. Reason (R): The writer blends observation with reflection throughout.
- A is false but R is true
- Both A and R are false
- Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
- A is true but R is false
Correct Answer: Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
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