The question consists of two statements, namely, Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Use them to choose the correct alternative.
Assertion (A): During the British rule, India’s exports exceeded the imports leading to surplus of balance of trade.
Reason (R): The surplus of balance of trade was used for growth and development of India.

A

Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A

B

Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A

C

A is false but R is true

D

A is true and R is false