Assertion :The principle of segregation given by Mendel is the principle of purity of gametes.
Reason : Gametes are pure for a character.

Options

A. If both the assertion and the reason are true and the reason is a correct explanation of the assertion
B. If both the assertion and reason are true but the reason is not a correct explanation of the assertion
C. If the assertion is true but the reason is false
D. If both the assertion and reason are false

Answer

A

Explanation

Mendel law of segregation explains the law of purity of a character. As each character is controlled by paired factor and these factors segregate during gamete formation and remain pure in its form.