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RAS PrelimsIndian Polity and Governance · Fundamental Rights
Q1061. Consider the following statements regarding Article 15: Statement I: Article 15(1) strictly prohibits any form of discrimination on the ground of sex. Statement II: Article 15(3) allows the State to make special provisions for women and children, superseding the strict prohibition of Article 15(1). Which of the following is correct?
Explanation
Article 15(1) prohibits discrimination on the ground of sex, so Statement I is correct. Article 15(3) lets the State make special provisions for women and children, so Statement II is correct as well.
RAS PrelimsWorld Geography · Major Rivers and Lakes of the World
Q1062. Match List-I (River System) with List-II (Associated Nation/Continent) and select the correct option:
River System
Associated Nation/Continent
A. Ob-Irtysh
i. North America
B. Mississippi-Missouri
ii. Central Africa
C. Huang He
iii. China
D. Congo
iv. Russia
Explanation
Major river systems are globally distributed across different continents. The Ob-Irtysh system is a major drainage network in Russia. The Mississippi-Missouri system covers a vast area of North America. The Huang He is a critical river in China. The Congo River flows through the heart of Central Africa. These systems are essential for the water security of their respective regions.
RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Measurement of Development: HDI and Related Indices
Q1063. Match the items in List I with those in List II:
Specific UNDP Index
Core Concept/Adjustment Focus
A. Standard HDI
i. Gender gaps in human development achievements
B. IHDI
ii. Overlapping deprivations at the household level
C. GDI
iii. Loss in human development due to uneven distribution
D. MPI
iv. Average achievements in basic human development dimensions Options:
Explanation
International organizations use different indices to capture various aspects of progress. The standard measure tracks average achievements, while another adjusts these scores for internal inequality. Gender-specific gaps are measured through a ratio of achievements between sexes. Finally, a multidimensional approach identifies specific, overlapping deprivations at the household level, offering a comprehensive understanding of the hardships faced by the most vulnerable populations.
RAS PrelimsScience and Technology · Computers, Information and Communication Technology
Q1064. What is the primary role of an Internet Service Provider (ISP)?
Explanation
An Internet Service Provider is a company that provides the essential infrastructure and services required for individuals and businesses to connect to the global internet. ISPs manage the physical network links, such as fiber optics or satellite connections, and assign IP addresses to their customers. Without the services of an ISP, users would be unable to access websites, emails, or cloud-based applications.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Sources of Rajasthan History
Q1065. François Bernier, a French physician and traveller, wrote detailed accounts of a major political event he witnessed, which had significant involvement of Rajput kings like Jaswant Singh of Jodhpur. What was the event?
Explanation
François Bernier was a French physician who spent several years in the Mughal court. He was an eyewitness to the bloody War of Succession between the sons of Shah Jahan, particularly the struggle between Dara Shikoh and Aurangzeb. His accounts describe the pivotal role played by Rajput generals, such as Jaswant Singh of Jodhpur, and offer a detailed narrative of the political instability.
RAS PrelimsAncient Indian History · Vedic Age
Q1066. Read the following statements and select the correct option: Statement I: The Rigvedic society strictly prohibited the remarriage of widows. Statement II: The institution of child marriage was virtually absent in the Early Vedic period.
Explanation
Rigvedic society was relatively progressive regarding marriage customs. The institution of child marriage was virtually absent, with girls marrying after reaching maturity. Furthermore, there was no strict prohibition on the remarriage of widows; practices like Niyoga were accepted to ensure the continuity of the family. These features indicate that social norms were more flexible and inclusive than they became in later centuries.
RAS PrelimsIndian Polity and Governance · Fundamental Rights
Q1067. The writ of Mandamus cannot be issued against which of the following?
Explanation
Mandamus is a writ issued to command a public authority to perform a legal duty. However, it cannot be issued against the President of India or State Governors for the exercise of their official powers. It is also not available against private individuals, the Chief Justice of a High Court acting in a judicial capacity, or to enforce departmental instructions.
RAS PrelimsWorld Geography · Major Rivers and Lakes of the World
Q1068. Lake Superior is recognized globally as:
Explanation
Lake Superior, located on the border between the United States and Canada, holds a prominent place in global geography. It is officially recognized as the world’s largest freshwater lake when measured by surface area. Its vast size influences regional weather patterns, including lake-effect snow, and it serves as a critical component of the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Seaway system.
RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Measurement of Development: HDI and Related Indices
Q1069. The Happy Planet Index measures human well-being and environmental impact using which of the following components?
Explanation
This alternative metric assesses how efficiently nations use their natural resources to support the well-being of their citizens. It combines subjective reports of life satisfaction with objective data on how long people live. By dividing this product by the country’s environmental footprint, it identifies which societies are achieving high quality of life without overexploiting the planet’s finite ecological resources.
RAS PrelimsScience and Technology · Computers, Information and Communication Technology
Q1070. Which of the following is a correct pair of an internet protocol and its primary use?
Explanation
Specific protocols are designed for different internet tasks. POP3 and IMAP are used for receiving emails from a server, while SMTP is dedicated to sending emails. For file management, FTP is used to transfer files between computers. Understanding these protocols is crucial for configuring email clients and web services, as each serves a distinct role in the exchange of digital information across networks.
Answer key for these questions
Q
Correct answer
1061
(a) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
1062
(b) A-iv, B-i, C-iii, D-ii
1063
(a) A-iv, B-iii, C-i, D-ii
1064
(b) To provide users and organizations with access to the internet
1065
(a) The War of Succession among the sons of Shah Jahan.
1066
(d) Statement I is incorrect and Statement II is correct.
1067
(a) The President of India
1068
(a) The largest freshwater lake by surface area
1069
(a) Well-being, life expectancy, and ecological impact
1070
(a) POP3 - Receiving Emails
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