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RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Monetary and Fiscal Policy, Union Budget and Resource Mobilisation
Q1721. Consider the following statements regarding the Union Budget: I. The budget is presented in the Lok Sabha by the Finance Minister. II. The Rajya Sabha has the power to vote on the Demands for Grants. III. The Finance Bill contains provisions for giving effect to the financial proposals of the Government. IV. The Appropriation Bill authorizes withdrawal of funds from the Consolidated Fund of India. V. The budget must be passed before the beginning of the new financial year to avoid a Vote on Account. Which of the above statements are correct?
Explanation
The budget process involves several key steps and documents. While the upper house discusses the budget, it does not have the power to vote on demands for grants. The finance and appropriation bills are essential for tax changes and fund withdrawals. Ensuring the budget is passed before April prevents the need for temporary funding measures to keep the government running.
RAS PrelimsScience and Technology · Defence and Space Technology in India
Q1722. Match the terms in List I related to India’s Nuclear Doctrine with their definitions in List II:
Term
Definition
A. No First Use
i. Maintaining a sufficient but not excessive arsenal to prevent an attack.
B. Credible Minimum Deterrence
ii. A strike resulting in unacceptable damage to the aggressor.
C. Massive Retaliation
iii. The body authorized to make decisions regarding nuclear weapons usage.
D. Nuclear Command Authority
iv. Commitment not to use nuclear weapons as a primary means of warfare.
Explanation
The commitment not to initiate nuclear warfare is defined by the first use policy. Maintaining a necessary but limited arsenal ensures a credible deterrent. A strike intended to cause immense damage in response to an attack is known as massive retaliation. Finally, the decision-making process for utilizing these weapons is managed by a specific command authority. These terms form the structural basis of the nation’s strategic defense posture.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Ancient Rajasthan: Society and Culture
Q1723. Identify the incorrect statement regarding the position of women in ancient Rajasthan:
Explanation
In ancient Rajasthan, women were generally respected and held significant roles in family and religious life. While patriarchal structures were present, it is incorrect to say that female education was completely absent. Some ancient texts and traditions suggest that women, especially from the elite classes, received education in arts and scriptures, allowing them to manage property and participate in religious activities.
RAS PrelimsAncient Indian History · Religious Movements of the 6th Century BC
Q1724. The extensive spread of Mahayana Buddhism into China and East Asia during antiquity was heavily facilitated by control over which vital trade route?
Explanation
The Silk Road was the primary conduit for the transmission of Mahayana Buddhism into China and East Asia. Merchant caravans and traveling monks used these ancient trade routes to carry scriptures, icons, and philosophical ideas across difficult terrains. This cultural exchange was facilitated by various Central Asian kingdoms, which served as important intermediaries between the Indian subcontinent and the burgeoning Chinese empires.
RAS PrelimsIndian Polity and Governance · DPSP and Fundamental Duties
Q1725. The 11th Fundamental Duty was added to Article 51A of the Constitution of India by which Constitutional Amendment Act?
Explanation
The eighty-sixth constitutional amendment act of two thousand two added the eleventh fundamental duty to Article fifty-one-A. This amendment was primarily focused on education, making it a fundamental right for children. By adding this new duty, the government sought to involve parents and guardians in the national effort to ensure that every child has access to basic education and development opportunities.
RAS PrelimsWorld Geography · Natural Vegetation and Biomes
Q1726. Temperate grassland biomes boast some of the most fertile soils in the world. Which of the following is the primary cause for the accumulation of deep, dark humus in these soils?
Explanation
The high fertility and deep humus layer in temperate grassland soils result from the specific life cycle of grasses. Each year, a significant portion of the dense root systems and above-ground foliage dies and decomposes. This continuous addition of organic matter, combined with a climate that slows down decomposition slightly compared to the tropics, leads to the accumulation of nutrient-rich Mollisols.
RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Monetary and Fiscal Policy, Union Budget and Resource Mobilisation
Q1727. Which constitutional fund is primarily utilized to meet the expenditures of the Government of India, and requires parliamentary approval for withdrawal?
Explanation
This fund is the primary account of the government where all revenues, including taxes and loans, are deposited. Any withdrawal of money from this fund for public expenditure must be authorized by the parliament through the passing of an appropriation bill. It serves as the main source for financing the budget and ensures that public money is spent with legislative consent.
RAS PrelimsScience and Technology · Defence and Space Technology in India
Q1728. In which year did the Government of India officially adopt and publish its formal Nuclear Doctrine?
Explanation
India formally adopted and published its Nuclear Doctrine in 2003, which set out the policy of no first use and credible minimum deterrence.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Ancient Rajasthan: Society and Culture
Q1729. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer from the options given below:
Ancient Sites in Rajasthan
Associated District
A. Noh
i. Bharatpur
B. Sunari
ii. Jhunjhunu
C. Kurada
iii. Nagaur
D. Gilund
iv. Rajsamand
Explanation
Many important archaeological sites are located across various modern districts in Rajasthan. Noh is situated in Bharatpur, and Sunari is in the Jhunjhunu district. Kurada is an ancient copper hoard site in Nagaur, while Gilund is a Chalcolithic site located in Rajsamand. These sites have provided invaluable artifacts and information regarding the prehistoric and ancient cultural development of the region.
RAS PrelimsAncient Indian History · Religious Movements of the 6th Century BC
Q1730. Identify the correct statement regarding the historical spread of Buddhism to Southeast Asia.
Explanation
Southeast Asia became a vibrant center for Buddhist learning, particularly under the Srivijaya Empire based in Sumatra. This maritime power patronized Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhism, attracting scholars from across Asia, including the famous Chinese traveler I-Tsing. While Theravada eventually became dominant in mainland Southeast Asia, the region’s early history was characterized by a sophisticated synthesis of different Buddhist schools and local traditions.
Answer key for these questions
Q
Correct answer
1721
(b) I, III, IV and V only
1722
(a) A-iv, B-i, C-ii, D-iii
1723
(a) References to female education are completely absent in ancient texts and inscriptions related to the region.
1724
(a) The Silk Road
1725
(b) 86th Amendment Act, 2002
1726
(a) The annual decay of extensive grass root systems and above-ground biomass
1727
(a) Consolidated Fund of India
1728
(d) 2003
1729
(a) A-i, B-ii, C-iii, D-iv
1730
(b) The Srivijaya Empire was a major center for learning and patronizing Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhism.
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