Assertion $(A)$: The maximum covalency of $Si$ and $Ge$ is $6$ but that of carbon is $4$.
Reason $(R)$: Due to the presence of $d$-orbitals in $Si$ and $Ge$,both these elements can undergo $sp^3d^2$ hybridisation and covalency of $6$ is possible. Carbon has no $d$-orbitals in it and hence its covalency is $4$.
The correct answer is:

• A
  $(A)$ and $(R)$ are correct and $(R)$ is the correct explanation of $(A)$
• B
  $(A)$ and $(R)$ are correct but $(R)$ is not the correct explanation of $(A)$
• C
  $(A)$ is correct but $(R)$ is not correct
• D
  $(A)$ is not correct but $(R)$ is correct