Q2161. The independent state of Kota was carved out of Bundi in 1631 CE by the decree of which Mughal Emperor?
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Q2162. In the Mauryan administrative framework, the terms Dharmasthiya and Kantakashodhana referred to:
Explanation
Mauryan administration featured a dual judicial system to maintain law and order. Dharmasthiya courts dealt primarily with civil matters such as property disputes, marriage, and contracts, presided over by experts in sacred law. In contrast, Kantakashodhana courts, meaning "removal of thorns," were criminal courts handled by administrative officers. These focused on suppressing anti-social elements, investigating serious crimes against the state, and managing urban public safety.
Q2163. Who was the first President of India to exercise the Pocket Veto, and concerning which bill?
Explanation
In 1986, President Giani Zail Singh exercised the pocket veto concerning the Indian Post Office (Amendment) Bill. The bill was criticized for potentially violating the privacy of correspondence. By taking no action, the President prevented the bill from becoming law. This instance highlighted the President’s role in checking legislative overreach and protecting fundamental freedoms even when the government possesses a parliamentary majority.
Q2164. Which of the following pairs concerning the utilization of maize is correctly matched?
Explanation
Maize is a significant source for biofuel production, particularly ethanol, which is used as an alternative or additive to gasoline. While it is a staple food in many cultures and an essential fodder for livestock, its use for silk extraction or synthetic rubber is not standard. In developed economies, a large portion of maize is processed for energy.
Q2165. The Terms of Reference (ToR) for a Finance Commission are formulated by the Central Government. What is the fundamental purpose of the ToR?
Explanation
The Terms of Reference act as the formal guidelines provided to the Finance Commission. They outline the specific fiscal issues, such as debt levels or performance incentives, that the commission must analyze. By setting these parameters, the government ensures that the commission’s recommendations address current economic priorities and help achieve broader national goals like fiscal consolidation and improved governance.
Q2166. Mendels laws may not apply strictly in which of the following situations?
Explanation
Linked genes are those located close together on the same chromosome. Because they are physically near each other, they tend to be inherited together during meiosis rather than assorting independently. This proximity interferes with the expected Mendelian ratios, such as the 9:3:3:1 dihybrid ratio. Genetic linkage represents a major exception to Mendels original observations regarding the independent assortment of traits.
Q2167. The Kachwaha ruler who signed the treaty of subordinate alliance with the British East India Company in 1818 was:
Explanation
Sawai Jagat Singh II of Jaipur signed the Treaty of Subordinate Alliance with the British East India Company in April 1818. This treaty was part of a broader British strategy to establish paramountcy over Rajput states. Under the agreement, the state of Jaipur came under British protection in exchange for tribute, effectively ending its era of independent political sovereignty.
Q2168. Identify the correctly matched pair of Mauryan officials and their primary duties.
Explanation
The Mauryan bureaucracy was highly specialized with various departments headed by superintendents called Adhyakshas. The Sitadhyaksha was specifically responsible for supervising the cultivation of crown lands, known as Sita. In contrast, the Samaharta was the chief collector of revenue, while the Sannidhata served as the chief treasurer. The Panyadhyaksha managed trade and commerce, ensuring that commodities were priced fairly and that the state’s commercial interests were protected.
Q2169. The following question consists of two statements -- Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Answer the question by selecting the appropriate option:
Assertion (A): The Vice-President is the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.
Reason (R): The Vice-President is elected by the members of the Rajya Sabha alone.
Assertion (A): The Vice-President is the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.
Reason (R): The Vice-President is elected by the members of the Rajya Sabha alone.
Explanation
The Vice-President serves as the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, performing duties similar to the Speaker of the Lok Sabha. However, the Vice-President is not elected by the Rajya Sabha alone. Instead, the electoral college consists of members from both Houses of Parliament, including both elected and nominated members. This distinguishes the vice-presidential election from the presidential election’s college.
Q2170. Consider the following statements regarding Cotton cultivation:
I. It requires high temperature and light rainfall or irrigation.
II. It requires 210 frost-free days and bright sunshine for its growth.
III. It is a Kharif crop in India.
IV. It is heavily cultivated in the podzol soils of the Taiga region.
V. China and India are among the top producers globally.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
I. It requires high temperature and light rainfall or irrigation.
II. It requires 210 frost-free days and bright sunshine for its growth.
III. It is a Kharif crop in India.
IV. It is heavily cultivated in the podzol soils of the Taiga region.
V. China and India are among the top producers globally.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
Explanation
Cotton is a tropical and subtropical crop that requires high temperatures, bright sunshine, and a long frost-free period. It is entirely unsuitable for the cold Taiga regions or acidic podzol soils found in high-latitude forests. Major producers like China and India cultivate cotton in warmer climates and moisture-retentive soils, such as the black soils of the Deccan Plateau.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 2161 | (a) Shah Jahan |
| 2162 | (a) Civil and criminal courts respectively |
| 2163 | (a) Giani Zail Singh; Indian Post Office (Amendment) Bill |
| 2164 | (a) Biofuel production - Ethanol derived from maize |
| 2165 | (a) Defining the parameters and specific issues for the Commission’s evaluation |
| 2166 | (a) Linked genes on the same chromosome |
| 2167 | (d) Sawai Jagat Singh II |
| 2168 | (d) Sitadhyaksha - Superintendent of Crown Lands |
| 2169 | (c) A is true but R is false. |
| 2170 | (a) IV only |
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