Assertion (A): The first nationwide census in independent India was conducted in 1951. Reason (R): Census operations are held every ten years in India.

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1. **A is true.** The first nationwide census after India became independent was held in 1951.

2. **R is true.** The Census of India is a decennial exercise held every 10 years.

3. **Why R does not explain A.** The rule that censuses occur every 10 years is a general schedule. It does not by itself explain why the first post‑independence census fell in 1951.

4. **Conclusion.** Both statements are true, but R does not explain A.

FINAL_ANSWER: b

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