Consider the following statements :
Statement-I: There is instability and a worsening security situation in the Sahel region.
Statement-II: There have been military takeovers/coups d’état in several countries of the Sahel region in the recent past.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
(a). Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-I Statement-II explains
(b). Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I
(c). Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
(d). Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
Explanation:
Statement I is accurate: The Sahel region has been experiencing significant instability and a deteriorating security situation.
Statement II is also correct: Several countries in the Sahel region have faced military coups in recent years.
Statement II explains Statement I: The frequent military coups have contributed to the overall instability and worsened security conditions in the Sahel.
Therefore, option (a) is the correct answer.