With reference to the passage on raw materials and circular economy, the following assumptions have been made:

Question

With reference to the passage on raw materials and circular economy, the following assumptions have been made:

I. Automobile factories are examples of the circular economy.

II. Economic growth is compatible with circular use of mineral resources.

Which of the above assumptions is/are valid?

1. A. I only
2. B. II only (Correct answer)
3. C. Both I and II
4. D. Neither I nor II

Correct Answer

Option B — II only

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is II only.

Key Points

• Assumption I: Automobile factories as examples of circular economy — the passage mentions batteries going back to factories as an example, but the passage is about the concept broadly, not that automobile factories ARE circular economy examples yet.
• I is not strongly supported.
• Assumption II: Economic growth is compatible with circular use of mineral resources — the passage directly supports this (reusing materials makes economic sense). Answer: II only.