Q1701. The duty to "develop the scientific temper, humanism and the spirit of inquiry and reform" reflects a philosophical commitment to:
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Q1702. Many emergent and canopy trees in the tropical rainforest have prominent "buttress roots". What is their primary function?
Explanation
Buttress roots are large, wide roots that grow out from the base of many tall tropical rainforest trees. Their primary function is to provide structural stability and support for the massive trunks in the shallow, nutrient-poor soils of the rainforest. Because most nutrients are near the surface, these trees do not have deep taproots, making buttress roots essential for preventing toppling.
Q1703. Which of the following is NOT a target parameter typically monitored under the FRBM framework?
Explanation
Fiscal responsibility targets typically focus on indicators related to the government’s budget, such as the fiscal deficit, revenue deficit, and the overall level of public debt relative to the economy’s size. These are fiscal policy metrics. In contrast, the cash reserve ratio is a monetary policy tool managed exclusively by the central bank to regulate liquidity and banking operations effectively.
Q1704. What was the most appropriate outcome of the 1998 Pokhran tests on India’s strategic policy?
Explanation
Following the declaration of its nuclear weapon status, the country formulated a clear strategic policy to guide the usage of its arsenal. A key pillar of this doctrine is the commitment not to initiate a nuclear strike against any adversary. This stance is intended to project a responsible image and prevent accidental escalation while maintaining a credible deterrent. It remains a fundamental aspect of the national security framework.
Q1705. The transition from ancient to early medieval Rajasthan was marked by the decline of powerful centralized empires. What was the primary political effect of this decline in the region?
Explanation
The decline of centralized empires like the Guptas led to a power vacuum in Rajasthan. This was filled by the rise of various regional Rajput clans who established their own principalities. This period saw the proliferation of the Samanta or feudal system, where political authority was fragmented among local lords, fundamentally altering the governance and social structure of the region.
Q1706. Which of the following texts was NOT compiled during the First Buddhist Council?
Explanation
The First Buddhist Council at Rajagriha focused on codifying the Buddha’s immediate teachings and the rules for the monastic community. This resulted in the Sutta Pitaka and the Vinaya Pitaka. The Abhidhamma Pitaka, which offers a more complex philosophical systematization of the doctrine, was not compiled until the Third Council held under Ashoka’s patronage, marking a later stage in Buddhist intellectual history.
Q1707. Which clause of Article 51A of the Constitution of India directs citizens to safeguard public property and to abjure violence?
Explanation
Article fifty-one-A (i) explicitly requires every citizen to safeguard public property and to abjure violence. This duty is particularly relevant in maintaining social order and protecting national assets during times of protest or unrest. It reminds citizens that while they have the right to dissent, they also have a responsibility to avoid destructive behavior and protect the nation’s shared resources.
Q1708. The Indian subcontinent is largely characterized by tropical deciduous forests. Which of the following tree species is generally not found in these forests?
Explanation
India’s tropical deciduous forests are dominated by commercially important species like teak, sal, and neem, which are well-adapted to the seasonal monsoon climate. Mahogany, however, is a tree species characteristic of tropical evergreen rainforests. It requires consistent high humidity and rainfall throughout the year, conditions that are not typical of the deciduous forest regions found across the Indian subcontinent.
Q1709. From the options provided, select the correct sequence of deficits in India in decreasing order of their typical magnitude (from largest to smallest).
Explanation
The fiscal deficit is the broadest measure, representing the total borrowing requirement, and is typically the largest. The revenue deficit, which covers the gap in day-to-day spending, is generally smaller than the fiscal deficit but larger than the primary deficit. The primary deficit is the smallest as it further excludes interest payments from the total fiscal borrowing needs of the government.
Q1710. What was a major long-term diplomatic effect resulting from India’s de facto nuclear weapon status post-1998?
Explanation
Despite the initial period of isolation and sanctions, the long-term diplomatic outcome was a recognition of India as a responsible nuclear power. This led to a historic agreement that allowed for international cooperation in civilian nuclear energy. This deal ended decades of technology denial and integrated the country into the global nuclear commerce framework. It represented a major shift in the strategic relationship between the two democratic nations.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 1701 | (d) Encouraging rational thinking and shedding dogma |
| 1702 | (d) To provide structural support in shallow, nutrient-poor soils |
| 1703 | (d) Cash Reserve Ratio as a percentage of NDTL |
| 1704 | (d) India announced a doctrine of "No First Use." |
| 1705 | (b) The rise of regional Rajput clans and the proliferation of the Samanta system |
| 1706 | (b) Abhidhamma Pitaka |
| 1707 | (b) Article 51A(i) |
| 1708 | (b) Mahogany |
| 1709 | (b) Fiscal Deficit, Revenue Deficit, Primary Deficit |
| 1710 | (b) Signing of the Indo-US Civil Nuclear Agreement. |
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