Q1571. Which of the following sequences correctly represents the descending order of Net Primary Productivity (NPP) among the given biomes?
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Q1572. Which of the following provides the most appropriate distinction between a revenue receipt and a capital receipt?
Explanation
Revenue receipts are recurring and do not create any obligation for future repayment or result in the loss of assets. They represent the government’s regular income. Capital receipts, however, are non-recurring and either involve borrowing that must be repaid later or the sale of assets like shares in public companies. This fundamental difference determines the long-term impact on financial health.
Q1573. Consider the following statements:
Statement I: HELINA is a helicopter-launched version of the Nag missile.
Statement II: The IAF version of HELINA is designated as Dhruvastra.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Statement I: HELINA is a helicopter-launched version of the Nag missile.
Statement II: The IAF version of HELINA is designated as Dhruvastra.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
This helicopter-launched anti-tank weapon is an advanced adaptation of the Nag missile system. It is designed for integration with indigenous helicopters to provide an airborne strike capability against armored targets. While the army uses the standard version, the variant developed specifically for the air force carries a different name. Both versions utilize the same infrared imaging technology to ensure high accuracy and lethality during combat missions.
Q1574. Consider the following statements and select the correct answer from the options given below:
Statement I: The Ghosundi inscription is an early epigraphic source mentioning the worship of Sankarshana and Vasudeva.
Statement II: The emergence of Bhagavatism in ancient Rajasthan was entirely suppressed by the widespread dominance of Vedic sacrificial rituals.
Statement I: The Ghosundi inscription is an early epigraphic source mentioning the worship of Sankarshana and Vasudeva.
Statement II: The emergence of Bhagavatism in ancient Rajasthan was entirely suppressed by the widespread dominance of Vedic sacrificial rituals.
Explanation
The Ghosundi inscription is a vital historical document providing early evidence for the worship of Sankarshana and Vasudeva in Rajasthan, indicating the early spread of Bhagavatism. However, Bhagavatism was not suppressed by Vedic rituals; rather, the two traditions coexisted and eventually blended, with many local rulers patronizing both Vedic sacrifices and Vaishnava devotion throughout the ancient period.
Q1575. According to the Four Noble Truths of Buddhism, the Second Noble Truth (Samudaya) explicitly identifies which of the following as the root cause of human suffering?
Explanation
The Second Noble Truth, or Samudaya, identifies the origin of suffering. It asserts that Dukkha arises from Trishna, which translates to craving, desire, or attachment. This craving for sensory pleasures, existence, or even non-existence keeps beings trapped in the cycle of rebirth and sorrow. By identifying this root cause, the Buddha provided a logical basis for his subsequent path toward spiritual liberation.
Q1576. Consider the following statements tracing the judicial evolution of the relationship between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs):
I. In Champakam Dorairajan, the Supreme Court declared that DPSPs have to conform to and run as subsidiary to Fundamental Rights.
II. The 25th Amendment Act gave primacy to Article 39(b) and (c) over Articles 14, 19, and 31.
III. In Kesavananda Bharati, the Supreme Court struck down the entire 25th Amendment Act.
IV. The 42nd Amendment Act attempted to give primacy to all DPSPs over Articles 14, 19, and 31.
V. In Minerva Mills, the Supreme Court restored the balance between Fundamental Rights and DPSPs.
Which combination identifies the INCORRECT statements?
I. In Champakam Dorairajan, the Supreme Court declared that DPSPs have to conform to and run as subsidiary to Fundamental Rights.
II. The 25th Amendment Act gave primacy to Article 39(b) and (c) over Articles 14, 19, and 31.
III. In Kesavananda Bharati, the Supreme Court struck down the entire 25th Amendment Act.
IV. The 42nd Amendment Act attempted to give primacy to all DPSPs over Articles 14, 19, and 31.
V. In Minerva Mills, the Supreme Court restored the balance between Fundamental Rights and DPSPs.
Which combination identifies the INCORRECT statements?
Explanation
In the Kesavananda Bharati case, the Supreme Court did not strike down the entire twenty-fifth amendment. Instead, it upheld the first part of Article thirty-one-C, which protected laws implementing Articles thirty-nine (b) and (c). It only struck down the second part that precluded judicial review. The court maintained that while Parliament can amend rights, it cannot destroy the Constitution’s basic structure.
Q1577. In which of the following regions is the Temperate Deciduous Forest biome prominently distributed?
Explanation
The temperate deciduous forest biome is prominently distributed in the mid-latitudes of the Northern Hemisphere. Key regions include the Eastern United States, Western Europe, and Eastern China. These areas experience four distinct seasons with moderate precipitation and cold winters. The trees in these forests are adapted to this seasonality by shedding their broad leaves in autumn to survive winter.
Q1578. Consider the following statements regarding the components of the Government Budget:
I. The budget is primarily divided into the Revenue Account and the Capital Account.
II. Defense equipment purchases are universally classified as revenue expenditure.
III. Borrowings from the public are classified as capital receipts.
IV. Disinvestment proceeds are categorized under the revenue budget as they provide immediate cash.
Which of the above statements are incorrect?
I. The budget is primarily divided into the Revenue Account and the Capital Account.
II. Defense equipment purchases are universally classified as revenue expenditure.
III. Borrowings from the public are classified as capital receipts.
IV. Disinvestment proceeds are categorized under the revenue budget as they provide immediate cash.
Which of the above statements are incorrect?
Explanation
The budget is split into revenue and capital accounts for better financial management. While borrowings are indeed capital receipts, the classification of defense equipment can vary, and disinvestment proceeds are non-debt capital receipts, not revenue. Categorizing disinvestment as revenue would be incorrect because it involves the sale of government assets, which fundamentally alters the capital structure of the entire public sector.
Q1579. Which of the original five IGMDP missile projects was officially closed/delinked without entering full-scale operational service?
Explanation
Among the five original projects, this short-range surface-to-air missile encountered several technical difficulties that delayed its induction. While it achieved some success in trials, the project was eventually officially delinked from full-scale operational service. It served more as a technology demonstrator, providing valuable insights into radar and guidance systems that were later used to improve other indigenous missile programs and subsequent air defense developments.
Q1580. Which of the following discoveries most appropriately establishes the antiquity of Jainism in Rajasthan?
Explanation
The Barli Inscription, found in the Ajmer district, is considered one of the oldest inscriptions in Rajasthan. It is highly significant because it provides early epigraphic evidence of Jainism in the region, dating back several centuries before the common era. This discovery establishes the deep historical roots and the long-standing presence of Jain religious traditions within the geographical boundaries of Rajasthan.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 1571 | (a) Tropical Rainforest, Temperate Deciduous Forest, Tropical Savanna, Desert |
| 1572 | (c) Revenue is non-redeemable; capital involves future repayment/sale |
| 1573 | (c) Both statements are correct. |
| 1574 | (a) Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect |
| 1575 | (b) Trishna (Desire or Craving) |
| 1576 | (b) III only |
| 1577 | (b) Eastern United States, Western Europe, and Eastern China |
| 1578 | (b) II and IV only |
| 1579 | (b) Trishul |
| 1580 | (d) The Barli Inscription from Ajmer district |
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