Two statements are given below as Assertion (A) and Reasoning (R). Read the statement and choose the most appropriate option.
Assertion (A) : The distrust between Sinhalese and Tamil communities turned into widespread conflict in Sri Lanka.
Reasoning (R) : 1956 Act recognized Sinhala as the only official language.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reasoning (R) are true and Reasoning (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reasoning (R) are true but Reasoning (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(c) Assertion (A) is true but Reasoning (R) is false.
(d) Assertion (A) is false but Reasoning (R) is true.