Direction: The question consists of two Statements - one labelled as Assertion (A) ad other as Reason (R). You are to examine the two statements carefully and select the best option. Assertion: We - the people of India - having solemnly resolved to constitute India into a Democratic Republic. Reason: A republic will ensure we have a head of state - that is - democratically elected and accountable to voters. As a result the head of State will be a more effective constitutional safeguard.