Q1661. Which of the following statements accurately distinguishes Alpine Tundra from Arctic Tundra?
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Q1662. Consider the following statements regarding the ‘Escape Clause’ under the FRBM framework:
I. It allows the government to deviate from the fiscal deficit target under exceptional circumstances.
II. National security crises, acts of war, and national calamities are valid grounds to invoke it.
III. The deviation is allowed limitlessly without any capped percentage.
Which of the above statements are correct?
I. It allows the government to deviate from the fiscal deficit target under exceptional circumstances.
II. National security crises, acts of war, and national calamities are valid grounds to invoke it.
III. The deviation is allowed limitlessly without any capped percentage.
Which of the above statements are correct?
Explanation
This provision allows the government to exceed the prescribed fiscal deficit targets during extraordinary situations such as war, national calamities, or severe economic collapses. While it provides necessary flexibility for crisis management, the deviation is not unlimited. The framework specifies that such deviations must be capped and accompanied by a clear plan to return to the path of consolidation.
Q1663. The following question consists of two statements, Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Answer the question by selecting the appropriate option.
Assertion (A): Following the Pokhran-II tests in 1998, several countries including the USA and Japan imposed economic sanctions on India.
Reason (R): The tests were viewed by these nations as a violation of the international non-proliferation regime, despite India not being a signatory to the NPT.
Assertion (A): Following the Pokhran-II tests in 1998, several countries including the USA and Japan imposed economic sanctions on India.
Reason (R): The tests were viewed by these nations as a violation of the international non-proliferation regime, despite India not being a signatory to the NPT.
Explanation
Following the series of nuclear explosions in 1998, major global powers responded with significant economic penalties. These nations believed that such tests undermined international efforts to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons. Although India had not signed the non-proliferation treaty, the tests were seen as a challenge to the established global order. The resulting sanctions were a direct diplomatic consequence of India’s decision to declare its nuclear status.
Q1664. The earliest evidence of Vaishnavism in Rajasthan is found in the form of a stone inscription at:
Explanation
The Ghosundi Inscription, found near Chittorgarh, is the earliest epigraphic evidence of Vaishnavism in Rajasthan. It mentions the construction of a stone wall around a place of worship for Sankarshana and Vasudeva. This inscription is a crucial source for understanding the early development of Bhagavatism and the religious shifts occurring in the region during the second century BCE.
Q1665. The Vajrayana school of Buddhism is most closely associated with the worship of which prominent female deity?
Explanation
The deity Tara holds a central position in the Vajrayana or Tantric Buddhist pantheon. She is often referred to as the Mother of Liberation and is venerated for her qualities of compassion and successful work. Her worship represents the integration of feminine energy into Buddhist practice. Tara is believed to protect devotees from various fears and obstacles on their path toward enlightenment.
Q1666. Which Fundamental Duty specifically mandates citizens "to uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity and integrity of India"?
Explanation
Clause (c) of Article fifty-one-A mandates that it is the duty of every citizen to uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity, and integrity of India. This is considered one of the most important duties, as it concerns the very existence and stability of the nation. It requires citizens to act in a manner that preserves the country’s territorial and political wholeness.
Q1667. The following question consists of two statements--Statement I and Statement II. Answer the question by selecting the appropriate option.
Statement I: Phreatophytes are a specific type of desert plant adapted to arid environments.
Statement II: They survive dry conditions by developing extremely long taproots that reach deep underground water tables.
Statement I: Phreatophytes are a specific type of desert plant adapted to arid environments.
Statement II: They survive dry conditions by developing extremely long taproots that reach deep underground water tables.
Explanation
Phreatophytes are a specialized group of desert plants that have adapted to arid conditions by developing extremely long taproots. These roots extend deep into the earth to reach the underlying water table, providing a consistent moisture source. This strategy allows them to remain green and survive even when the surface soil is completely dry and other vegetation has withered away.
Q1668. The N.K. Singh Committee was primarily constituted by the Government of India to review which of the following?
Explanation
This expert panel was tasked with evaluating the existing fiscal discipline legislation and suggesting a new roadmap for deficit management. The committee recommended shifting the focus toward the debt-to-GDP ratio as a primary fiscal anchor. Its findings influenced reforms in how the government sets fiscal targets, ensuring they are realistic and responsive to the evolving needs of the national economy.
Q1669. On which exact date did India conduct its first successful nuclear bomb test in Pokhran?
Explanation
The first successful detonation of a nuclear device by India took place on this specific day in the mid-seventies. Conducted in the Pokhran region of Rajasthan, the test proved the country’s indigenous scientific and technical expertise. This milestone occurred during the Buddha Purnima festival, which also influenced the codename chosen for the operation. It established the nation’s capability to harness nuclear energy for strategic purposes.
Q1670. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer from the options given below:
| Scholars/Texts | Relevance to Ancient/Early Medieval Rajasthan |
|---|---|
| A. Brahmagupta | i. Authored Shishupala Vadha at Bhinmal |
| B. Magha | ii. Authored Brahmasphutasiddhanta at Bhinmal |
| C. Haribhadra Suri | iii. Associated with Jain literature in Chittor/ Rajasthan |
| D. Chandbardai | iv. Authored Prithviraj Raso (transition to medieval) |
Explanation
Rajasthan has a rich literary history. Brahmagupta wrote the Brahmasphutasiddhanta in Bhinmal, while Magha authored the Shishupala Vadha in the same city. Haribhadra Suri was a significant Jain scholar associated with Chittor. Chandbardai wrote the Prithviraj Raso, which marks the transition into medieval literature. These scholars reflect the high level of scientific and poetic achievement in the region.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 1661 | (d) Alpine Tundra occurs at high altitudes, while Arctic Tundra occurs at high latitudes |
| 1662 | (a) I and II only |
| 1663 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 1664 | (c) Ghosundi |
| 1665 | (c) Tara |
| 1666 | (c) Article 51A(c) |
| 1667 | (a) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct |
| 1668 | (c) Reviewing FRBM implementation and fiscal framework |
| 1669 | (b) May 18, 1974 |
| 1670 | (a) A-ii, B-i, C-iii, D-iv |
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