Q1771. Before establishing the independent Ajivika sect, Makkhali Gosala lived as a close companion and ascetic associate of which prominent religious leader for a period of six years?
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Q1772. The Protection of Civil Rights Act (1955) implements the spirit of which fundamental concept found in the Fundamental Duties of the Constitution of India?
Explanation
The Protection of Civil Rights Act of nineteen fifty-five provides for punishments related to the practice of untouchability and other forms of social discrimination. This law directly supports the fundamental duty to promote harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood among all people. By penalizing discriminatory acts, it helps in achieving the constitutional goal of social equality and fraternal solidarity in society.
Q1773. The following question consists of two statements--Statement I and Statement II. Answer the question by selecting the appropriate option.
Statement I: The sequence of biomes observed when traveling from the equator to the poles is broadly mirrored when ascending a tall mountain in the tropics.
Statement II: This occurs because increasing altitude results in temperature and precipitation changes similar to those caused by increasing latitude.
Statement I: The sequence of biomes observed when traveling from the equator to the poles is broadly mirrored when ascending a tall mountain in the tropics.
Statement II: This occurs because increasing altitude results in temperature and precipitation changes similar to those caused by increasing latitude.
Explanation
The distribution of biomes on mountains mirrors their distribution across latitudes. As altitude increases, temperatures drop and environmental conditions change, similar to moving toward the poles. Consequently, a traveler ascending a tropical mountain may pass through rainforests, deciduous forests, coniferous forests, and finally reach alpine tundra at the peak. This vertical zonation is a fundamental concept in biogeography and ecology.
Q1774. Indirect taxes are fundamentally defined by which of the following characteristics?
Explanation
These taxes are levied on the production, sale, or consumption of goods and services rather than on income. The initial tax is paid by manufacturers or retailers, who then recover the amount by including it in the final price of the product. Consequently, the ultimate economic impact is felt by the end-user, making it a consumption-based revenue collection method.
Q1775. In the context of ancient social customs in Rajasthan, the term ‘Niyoga’ refers to:
Explanation
In ancient Indian society, Niyoga was a socially sanctioned custom that allowed a childless widow to conceive a child with her husband’s brother or another close relative. The primary goal was to ensure the continuation of the family lineage and the performance of ancestral rites. This practice was regulated by specific social and religious norms described in ancient legal and ethical treatises.
Q1776. Consider the following statements regarding the common social context of Buddhism, Jainism, and the Ajivikas in the 6th century BC:
I. They all opposed the rigid social hierarchy of the Varna system.
II. They universally promoted egalitarianism within their monastic orders (Sanghas).
III. They accepted the ritual slaughter of animals if performed by a qualified Brahmana.
IV. They deliberately utilized vernacular languages like Prakrit and Pali over Sanskrit.
V. They received their primary financial patronage exclusively from the Brahmana class.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
I. They all opposed the rigid social hierarchy of the Varna system.
II. They universally promoted egalitarianism within their monastic orders (Sanghas).
III. They accepted the ritual slaughter of animals if performed by a qualified Brahmana.
IV. They deliberately utilized vernacular languages like Prakrit and Pali over Sanskrit.
V. They received their primary financial patronage exclusively from the Brahmana class.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
Explanation
Buddhism, Jainism, and the Ajivikas shared a common opposition to the Varna system and emphasized egalitarianism within their communities. They also preferred using vernacular languages to communicate with the masses. However, they all strongly rejected animal sacrifices, which were central to Vedic rituals. Furthermore, their primary financial support came from the wealthy merchant and ruling classes rather than the priestly Brahmanas.
Q1777. Consider the following laws identified by the Verma Committee that help in enforcing the Fundamental Duties:
I. Emblems and Names (Prevention of Improper Use) Act, 1950
II. Indian Penal Code provisions against promoting enmity between groups
III. Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972
IV. Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980
Which combination of the above laws actively enforces the spirit of Fundamental Duties?
I. Emblems and Names (Prevention of Improper Use) Act, 1950
II. Indian Penal Code provisions against promoting enmity between groups
III. Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972
IV. Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980
Which combination of the above laws actively enforces the spirit of Fundamental Duties?
Explanation
The Verma Committee identified several laws that help enforce fundamental duties, including acts protecting national emblems, wildlife, and forests. Provisions in the Indian Penal Code that penalize the promotion of enmity between different groups also serve this purpose. These various statutes provide a legal backbone to the otherwise non-justiciable duties, allowing the state to punish actions that violate these core principles.
Q1778. While defining biomes, the terms ecosystem and biome are related but distinct. Which of the following best highlights the relationship?
Explanation
Biomes and ecosystems are related but differ in scale. A biome is a large geographic area defined primarily by its climate and dominant vegetation types. Within a single biome, there can be many different ecosystems, which are smaller units where living organisms interact with each other and their specific physical environment. Thus, a biome serves as a broader category for similar ecosystems.
Q1779. Consider the following statements regarding the structure of the Goods and Services Tax (GST):
I. It is a dual model comprising CGST and SGST on intra-state supplies.
II. IGST is levied on inter-state supplies and collected entirely by the State Governments.
III. GST is a destination-based consumption tax.
Which of the above statements are correct?
I. It is a dual model comprising CGST and SGST on intra-state supplies.
II. IGST is levied on inter-state supplies and collected entirely by the State Governments.
III. GST is a destination-based consumption tax.
Which of the above statements are correct?
Explanation
The system utilizes a dual model where both central and state governments levy taxes on transactions within a state. It is a destination-based tax, meaning revenue flows to the location of consumption. However, the integrated tax on inter-state trade is collected by the central government and then shared with the states, rather than being collected entirely by state authorities.
Q1780. What designation was given to INS Vikrant during its design and construction phase?
Explanation
During the stages of conceptualization and construction, this massive naval project was referred to by a specific technical label indicating its status as the first locally made carrier. This designation highlighted the nation’s goal of achieving self-reliance in the production of complex capital warships. Once commissioned into the fleet, it was given its official name, reviving a legendary title from the navy’s history for a new era.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 1771 | (d) Vardhamana Mahavira |
| 1772 | (d) Promoting harmony and renouncing derogatory practices |
| 1773 | (a) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct |
| 1774 | (d) Tax burden can be shifted to the consumer |
| 1775 | (a) A widow childbearing with her husband’s brother to continue the lineage |
| 1776 | (b) III and V only |
| 1777 | (d) I, II, III and IV |
| 1778 | (a) A biome is a large area with multiple similar ecosystems defined by climate |
| 1779 | (b) I and III only |
| 1780 | (a) IAC-1 (Indigenous Aircraft Carrier 1) |
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