Q801. Article 15 of the Constitution of India prohibits discrimination by the State against any citizen on grounds only of:
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Q802. Which of the following is the primary justification for the implementation of the reservation policy in India?
Explanation
The primary justification for India’s reservation policy is the pursuit of substantive equality and social justice. It aims to address centuries of historical disadvantages, systemic exclusion, and social discrimination faced by marginalized communities like Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. By providing quotas in education and employment, the State seeks to ensure level playing fields and equitable representation.
Q803. Match List I (Constitutional Article) with List II (Provision related to SC/ST) and select the correct option:
| Constitutional Article | Provision related to SC/ST |
|---|---|
| A. Article 330 | i. National Commission for Scheduled Tribes |
| B. Article 332 | ii. Reservation of seats for SC/ST in the House of the People |
| C. Article 338 | iii. National Commission for Scheduled Castes |
| D. Article 338A | iv. Reservation of seats for SC/ST in the Legislative Assemblies of the States |
Explanation
Article 330 mandates seat reservations for Scheduled Castes and Tribes in the Lok Sabha, while Article 332 provides similar reservations in State Legislative Assemblies. Article 338 established the National Commission for Scheduled Castes to safeguard their interests. Furthermore, Article 338A created a separate National Commission for Scheduled Tribes to address the unique needs and rights of tribal populations effectively.
Q804. The Mandal Commission, officially known as the Second Backward Classes Commission, was appointed under the chairmanship of B.P. Mandal in which year?
Explanation
The Second Backward Classes Commission, popularly known as the Mandal Commission, was established in 1979 under the chairmanship of B.P. Mandal. Its primary mandate was to identify socially or educationally backward classes and recommend steps for their advancement. The commission’s report eventually led to the implementation of 27 percent reservation for Other Backward Classes in central government employment.
Q805. Consider the following statements regarding the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) reservation:
I. It was introduced by the 103rd Constitutional Amendment Act.
II. It provides a maximum of 10 percent reservation in higher education and public employment.
III. The Supreme Court of India declared it unconstitutional in the Janhit Abhiyan case.
Which of the combination of statements given above is correct?
I. It was introduced by the 103rd Constitutional Amendment Act.
II. It provides a maximum of 10 percent reservation in higher education and public employment.
III. The Supreme Court of India declared it unconstitutional in the Janhit Abhiyan case.
Which of the combination of statements given above is correct?
Explanation
The 103rd Constitutional Amendment Act introduced a ten percent reservation for Economically Weaker Sections in public employment and higher education. This quota applies to individuals not covered under existing reservations for SCs, STs, or OBCs. In the Janhit Abhiyan case, the Supreme Court upheld the amendment’s validity, affirming that economic criteria can be a permissible basis for providing reservation.
Q806. Which of the following is not a welfare scheme primarily designed for the educational empowerment of Scheduled Castes in India?
Explanation
PM Kisan Samman Nidhi is a central sector scheme providing income support to landholding farmer families across India, regardless of their caste. In contrast, schemes like the Post Matric Scholarship, National Fellowship, and Shreyas specifically target the educational empowerment of Scheduled Castes. These initiatives provide financial aid and research opportunities to help marginalized students pursue higher education and skill development.
Q807. In the following question, a statement of
Assertion (A) is followed by a statement of
Reason (R). Choose the correct option:
Assertion (A): The Governor of a State having Scheduled Areas is required to submit a report to the President regarding the administration of such areas.
Reason (R): The executive power of the Union extends to giving directions to the State as to the administration of Scheduled Areas.
Assertion (A) is followed by a statement of
Reason (R). Choose the correct option:
Assertion (A): The Governor of a State having Scheduled Areas is required to submit a report to the President regarding the administration of such areas.
Reason (R): The executive power of the Union extends to giving directions to the State as to the administration of Scheduled Areas.
Explanation
Under the Fifth Schedule of the Constitution, the Governor of a state with Scheduled Areas must submit annual reports to the President regarding their administration. Simultaneously, the executive power of the Union extends to directing states on how these areas should be managed. This mechanism ensures central oversight and accountability, prioritizing the welfare and protection of tribal communities within those regions.
Q808. Under the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989, which of the following is considered an offence of atrocity?
Explanation
The Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes Prevention of Atrocities Act, 1989, identifies specific acts of humiliation as criminal offences. Forcing a member of these communities to consume inedible or obnoxious substances is explicitly listed as an atrocity.
Q809. Consider the following statements regarding the constitutional framework for women empowerment:
Statement I: Article 39(d) of the Constitution directs the State to ensure equal pay for equal work for both men and women.
Statement II: The Maternity Benefit Act was enacted solely to fulfill the fundamental duties outlined in Article 51A.
Which of the following is correct?
Statement I: Article 39(d) of the Constitution directs the State to ensure equal pay for equal work for both men and women.
Statement II: The Maternity Benefit Act was enacted solely to fulfill the fundamental duties outlined in Article 51A.
Which of the following is correct?
Explanation
Article 39(d) of the Constitution is a Directive Principle of State Policy that mandates equal pay for equal work for both genders. The Maternity Benefit Act was enacted to fulfill the objectives of Article 42, which requires the State to ensure just and humane conditions of work and maternity relief. It is not derived from fundamental duties under Article 51A.
Q810. Consider the following statements regarding the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) scheme:
I. The scheme was launched in 2015 from Panipat, Haryana.
II. Enforcement of the Pre-Conception and Pre- Natal Diagnostic Techniques (PC&PNDT) Act is a core component.
III. The scheme has no provision for individual direct cash transfers.
IV. The scheme exclusively focuses on rural areas and completely excludes urban centers.
Which of the combination of statements given above is correct?
I. The scheme was launched in 2015 from Panipat, Haryana.
II. Enforcement of the Pre-Conception and Pre- Natal Diagnostic Techniques (PC&PNDT) Act is a core component.
III. The scheme has no provision for individual direct cash transfers.
IV. The scheme exclusively focuses on rural areas and completely excludes urban centers.
Which of the combination of statements given above is correct?
Explanation
Launched in 2015 from Panipat, the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao scheme addresses the declining child sex ratio through multi-sectoral action. It emphasizes the strict enforcement of the Pre- Conception and Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques Act to prevent sex-selective elimination. Notably, the scheme focuses on behavioral change and institutional reforms rather than providing direct cash transfers to individuals, ensuring survival and education for girls.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 801 | (b) Religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth |
| 802 | (a) To address historical disadvantages and ensure equity for marginalized communities |
| 803 | (c) A-ii, B-iv, C-iii, D-i |
| 804 | (d) 1979 |
| 805 | (c) I and II only |
| 806 | (b) PM Kisan Samman Nidhi |
| 807 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 808 | (a) A non-SC/ST individual forcing an SC/ST member to consume any inedible substance |
| 809 | (c) Statement I is true but Statement II is false |
| 810 | (a) I, II and III |
Key facts from Indian Economy
- The RPSC syllabus lists economic concepts and the Indian economy as the first part of the Economy paper, followed by the economy of Rajasthan.
- Concept questions test definitions: nominal and real GDP, GNP and NDP, per capita income and the value-added method.
- Policy questions pair a tool with its effect, for example a rise in CRR reduces the lendable resources of banks.
- Scheme questions ask for the target group, ministry or year of schemes such as PMKVY, NAPS, PM SVANidhi and PM-SYM.
- Questions on Finance Commission and GST link the body to its Article, such as Article 280.
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on Indian Economy?
This page has 848 practice MCQs on Indian Economy. Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
Which chapters does the Indian economy set cover?
Ten chapters: economic growth, development and sustainable development; measurement of development (HDI); monetary and fiscal policy and the Union Budget; fiscal federalism and the Finance Commission; agricultural development; industrial growth and LPG reforms; the service sector; energy, transport and communication; skill development and employment; and social justice and empowerment.
Is the Indian economy in the RAS Prelims syllabus?
Yes. RPSC lists Economic Concepts and the Indian Economy as the first part of the Economy paper. The second part covers the economy of Rajasthan, which is on its own page.
How should I revise economy for RAS Prelims?
Learn the definitions and the cause-and-effect chains first, then the schemes with their year, ministry and target group. Attempt each chapter, read every explanation and keep a one-line note for each scheme and body.