Q2101. Under which Article of the Constitution of India are the provisions relating to the Consolidated Funds and Public Accounts of India and of the States mentioned?
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Q2102. The Central Dogma of molecular biology explains the flow of genetic information as:
Explanation
The Central Dogma of molecular biology describes the directional flow of genetic information within biological systems. Information stored in the DNA is first transcribed into messenger RNA molecules. Subsequently, this RNA serves as a template for translation by ribosomes, which synthesize specific proteins. This fundamental framework explains how the genetic code is converted into functional biological molecules and traits.
Q2103. Consider the following statements regarding the origin of Rajputs:
I. G.H. Ojha supports the Solar and Lunar origin theory.
II. V.A. Smith proposed the foreign origin theory linking them to Hunas and Scythians.
III. D.R. Bhandarkar proposed the Gurjara origin theory.
IV. Colonel James Tod completely rejected the foreign origin theory.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
I. G.H. Ojha supports the Solar and Lunar origin theory.
II. V.A. Smith proposed the foreign origin theory linking them to Hunas and Scythians.
III. D.R. Bhandarkar proposed the Gurjara origin theory.
IV. Colonel James Tod completely rejected the foreign origin theory.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
Explanation
Historical theories regarding Rajput origins are diverse. G.H. Ojha argued for indigenous Vedic descent, while V.A. Smith and D.R. Bhandarkar proposed foreign or Gurjara links. However, the claim that Colonel James Tod rejected the foreign origin theory is incorrect. In fact, Tod was a leading proponent of the Scythian origin theory, suggesting that Rajputs descended from Central Asian tribes.
Q2104. In which year of his reign did Ashoka fight the famous Kalinga War?
Explanation
The Kalinga War took place in the eighth year following Ashoka’s coronation, which corresponds to approximately 261 BCE. This conflict was the only major military campaign mentioned in his inscriptions. The extreme violence and suffering witnessed during the war became a pivotal turning point in his life, leading him to renounce military aggression and embrace the path of non-violence and moral governance.
Q2105. The formula for determining the value of the vote of an MLA in the Presidential election is:
Explanation
The value of an MLA’s vote is determined to ensure parity between different states. It is calculated by dividing the total population of the state by the total number of elected members in the State Legislative Assembly. This figure is then further divided by one thousand. This process helps maintain a proportional representation of the states within the presidential election framework.
Q2106. In the context of global agriculture, primitive subsistence agriculture is best defined as a system where:
Explanation
Primitive subsistence agriculture involves small-scale farming where the primary goal is meeting the immediate food needs of the household. Farmers use traditional tools and family labor without modern inputs. A key feature is shifting cultivation, where fields are temporarily farmed and then left fallow for several years to allow the soil to regain natural fertility.
Q2107. Match the Constitutional Articles in List I with their respective provisions in List II:
Choose the correct answer:
| Constitutional Articles | Provisions |
|---|---|
| A. Article 275 | i. Borrowing by States |
| B. Article 282 | ii. Discretionary grants by the Union or States |
| C. Article 292 | iii. Borrowing by the Government of India |
| D. Article 293 | iv. Statutory grants to certain States |
Explanation
Specific articles govern different aspects of financial relations. Article 275 allows for statutory grants to states in need, while Article 282 provides for discretionary grants for public purposes. Articles 292 and 293 delineate the borrowing powers of the Union and the States respectively. These provisions ensure a balanced framework for both mandatory transfers and necessary debt management.
Q2108. The variations of a particular gene are known as:
Explanation
Alleles are alternative forms of the same gene that arise by mutation and are found at the same place on a chromosome. They account for the diversity in inherited characteristics among individuals of the same species. For any given trait, an organism may inherit identical alleles, known as homozygous, or different alleles, which is referred to as a heterozygous condition.
Q2109. The famous Tripartite Struggle for control over Kannauj involved the Gurjara-Pratiharas, the Palas, and the:
Explanation
The Tripartite Struggle was a century-long conflict for the control of Kannauj, the symbol of imperial sovereignty in North India. This competition involved the Gurjara-Pratiharas of Western India, the Palas of Bengal, and the Rashtrakutas of the Deccan. Each dynasty sought to establish hegemony over the fertile Gangetic plains, leading to a series of battles that eventually weakened all powers.
Q2110. What was the most profound ideological effect of the Kalinga War on Ashoka’s state policy?
Explanation
Following the devastation of the Kalinga War, Ashoka underwent a profound spiritual transformation. He abandoned the traditional policy of Bherighosha, which emphasized territorial expansion through military force. Instead, he adopted Dhammaghosha, focusing on the conquest of hearts through the principles of Dhamma. This shift prioritized ethical conduct, social welfare, and religious tolerance over physical dominance, fundamentally altering the nature of Mauryan imperial policy.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 2101 | (a) Article 266 |
| 2102 | (a) DNA to RNA to Protein |
| 2103 | (c) IV only |
| 2104 | (b) Eighth year |
| 2105 | (b) Total population of the State divided by total number of elected MLAs of the State, divided by 1000. |
| 2106 | (b) Farming relies primarily on traditional tools, family labor, and shifting fields to regain soil fertility. |
| 2107 | (a) A-iv, B-ii, C-iii, D-i |
| 2108 | (b) Alleles |
| 2109 | (b) Rashtrakutas |
| 2110 | (b) He replaced Bherighosha (physical conquest) with Dhammaghosha (cultural conquest). |
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