Assertion (A) and Reason (R) provided. Choose correctly:
Assertion (A): UDAN Scheme boosts regional air links. Reason (R): It offers viability gap funding to airlines.

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1. **Assertion True:** UDAN aims to improve regional air links and make flights to smaller towns affordable.
2. **Reason True:** The scheme gives viability gap funding (VGF) and subsidies to airlines and airports.
3. **How R explains A:** VGF cuts the financial loss and risk for airlines on low-demand routes, so they start or keep those services.
4. **Conclusion:** Both statements are true and the reason explains the assertion.
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