Select the phrase/connector from the given three options which can be used to form a single sentence from the two sentences given below, implying the same meaning expressed in the statement sentences.

• I The curfew and restrictions due to the COVID situation have affected the livelihood of several families   I
• I SATEJ Axom undertook an initiative to distribute relief in the form of groceries to several families across Guwahati on Sunday     a) Since the curfew and restrictions   b) Since the SATEJ Axom undertook.   c) Because of SATEJ Axom undertook an.