Assertion: The gallbladder is a non-essential organ.
Reason: The gallbladder can be removed without affecting the overall health of the individual.
(a) Assertion and reason are both true, and reason is an accurate account of assertion.
(b) Both assertion and reason are accurate, but reason does not adequately explain assertion.
(c) The assertion is correct, but the reasoning is incorrect.
(d) Both the assertion and reason are incorrect.
The assertion and reason are both correct. The gallbladder is not an essential organ, and individuals can live without it. Although the gallbladder plays an essential role in digestion, it is not necessary for digestion to occur. The liver can still produce bile, which helps in the digestion of fats, even without the gallbladder.
In some cases, the gallbladder may need to be removed due to gallstones, inflammation, or other complications. This procedure is known as a cholecystectomy and is a common surgery with a low risk of complications. After the removal of the gallbladder, individuals may need to make dietary adjustments and may experience some digestive issues, but overall, the procedure does not significantly affect the overall health of the individual. Therefore, the assertion and reason are both correct.
Option 1 is the correct answer.