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RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Sources of Rajasthan History
Q1101. Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R). Assertion (A): The colonial records and gazetteers compiled by British officers are indispensable for studying the 19th-century history of Rajasthan. Reason (R): They provide systematic demographic, economic, and administrative data which was rarely recorded in traditional bardic literature. In the context of the above, which one of the following is correct?
Explanation
British colonial records and gazetteers are essential for studying nineteenth-century Rajasthan because they provide systematic data that traditional bardic literature often omitted. While bards focused on heroic deeds and royal genealogies, the British compiled detailed statistics on population, trade, land revenue, and administrative structures. This makes their records indispensable for understanding the socio-economic transitions occurring during the era of subsidiary alliances.
RAS PrelimsAncient Indian History · Vedic Age
Q1102. Which of the following religious changes is an exception to the general trends of the Later Vedic period?
Explanation
The Later Vedic period saw major changes in religious practice, including the rise of Prajapati as a creator god and the increasing complexity of animal sacrifices. The power of the Brahmana priests also grew significantly. However, Varuna, who was a major deity and the upholder of cosmic order in the Early Vedic period, saw his importance decline as worship became more ritual-centric.
RAS PrelimsIndian Polity and Governance · Fundamental Rights
Q1103. Identify the incorrect pair regarding the grounds on which discrimination is explicitly prohibited by the respective Articles:
Explanation
Article 15 lists religion, race, caste, sex and place of birth, Article 16 adds descent and residence and Article 29(2) lists religion, race, caste and language. Article 25 does not mention caste or wealth in this way, so D is the incorrect pair.
RAS PrelimsWorld Geography · Major Rivers and Lakes of the World
Q1104. Consider the following statements about the Volga River: I. It originates in the Valdai Hills of Russia. II. It is the longest river entirely within the European continent. III. It freezes during the winter over most of its length. IV. It flows heavily through the industrial heartland of Germany. Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
Explanation
The Volga is a legendary river that originates in the Valdai Hills and is the longest river in Europe. It flows entirely within Russia and is a central part of the nation’s identity and economy. While it does freeze during the winter months, it does not flow through Germany; it traverses the Russian heartland before emptying into the Caspian Sea.
RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Measurement of Development: HDI and Related Indices
Q1105. Which of the following indicators is NOT a component of the Physical Quality of Life Index?
Explanation
This specific social index was designed to be independent of economic metrics. It consists of three components: the infant mortality rate, the percentage of the population that is literate, and life expectancy at the age of one. By excluding monetary figures, it aimed to provide a direct assessment of whether the basic human needs of the population were being successfully met.
RAS PrelimsScience and Technology · Computers, Information and Communication Technology
Q1106. Consider the following components related to search engines: I. Web Crawler (Spider) II. Indexer III. Search Algorithm IV. User Interface V. Web Hosting Server Which of the above components are primarily responsible for discovering, cataloging, and ranking web pages in a search engine’s core operations?
Explanation
Search engines rely on three core processes to provide results: crawling, indexing, and ranking. Web crawlers or spiders continuously discover new and updated pages, which the indexer then catalogs in a massive database. Finally, search algorithms evaluate these indexed pages to determine their relevance and order for specific user queries. While user interfaces and servers are necessary, they are not.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Sources of Rajasthan History
Q1107. Col. James Tod authored another important book which was published posthumously by his wife in 1839. What is its title?
Explanation
After his return to England, Colonel James Tod worked on his second major book, Travels in Western India. This work was published posthumously in 1839 by his wife. It contains detailed observations on his journeys through Gujarat and Rajasthan, focusing on cultural practices, religious sites, and the social life of the people, complementing his earlier historical research with personal travel narratives.
RAS PrelimsAncient Indian History · Vedic Age
Q1108. The texts known as "Brahmanas" primarily consist of:
Explanation
The Brahmanas are prose texts that serve as commentaries on the four Vedas. Their primary purpose is to provide detailed instructions and explanations for the performance of sacrificial rituals. They discuss the symbolic meaning of the hymns and the correct way to conduct ceremonies, reflecting a period where the ritualistic aspect of Vedic religion became highly sophisticated and essential for the community.
RAS PrelimsIndian Polity and Governance · Fundamental Rights
Q1109. A group of citizens wants to form an association but the State passes a law banning the formation of all associations that discuss government policies. Under which fundamental right can the citizens challenge this law?
Explanation
Article 19(1)(c) guarantees all citizens the right to form associations or unions or co-operative societies. A law that bans associations simply for discussing government policies would be a significant infringement on this right. While the State can impose reasonable restrictions on grounds like public order or morality, a blanket ban on political discussion within associations would likely be unconstitutional.
RAS PrelimsWorld Geography · Major Rivers and Lakes of the World
Q1110. Which feature uniquely highlights the historical importance of the Nile River in antiquity?
Explanation
The historical significance of the Nile River is deeply tied to the development of ancient Egyptian civilization. Each year, the river would overflow its banks, depositing a layer of rich, fertile silt across the surrounding floodplains. This natural irrigation and fertilization cycle allowed for productive agriculture in an otherwise arid region, providing the economic foundation for one of history’s greatest empires.
Answer key for these questions
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Correct answer
1101
(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
1102
(a) The importance of Varuna as the upholder of cosmic order significantly increased.
1103
(d) Article 25 - Religion, race, caste, wealth
1104
(b) IV only
1105
(a) Per capita income
1106
(a) I, II, and III only
1107
(c) Travels in Western India
1108
(c) Prose explanations of sacrificial rituals and hymns.
1109
(b) Article 19(1)(c)
1110
(c) Fertile silt from annual floods supported ancient farming
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