Question

Assertion (A): 'The Act of Union 1707' between England and Scotland resulted in the formation of 'United Kingdom of Great Britain'.

Reason (R): England wanted to impose its influence on Scotland.

पर्याय

• Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

• Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

• (A) is true but (R) is false.

• (A) is false but (R) is true.

Answer 1

Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

Explanation:

The 1707 Act of Union between England and Scotland established the 'United Kingdom of Great Britain'. England gained authority over Scotland. English lawmakers gained authority in the British parliament. The adoption of a British identity resulted in the eradication of Scotland's own culture and political systems.