Q211. Among the following features, which one is unique to Dholavira and absent in most other mature Harappan settlements?
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Q212. Which of the following features is not borrowed from the British Constitution?
Explanation
The independence of the judiciary and the power of judicial review were borrowed from the United States Constitution, not the British system. The British influence is most evident in India’s parliamentary form of government, the concept of the Rule of Law, the legislative procedure, and the system of single citizenship, which contrast with the American model of dual citizenship and judicial supremacy.
Q213. What is the primary cause for the relatively low human population density in the massive plains of the Amazon Basin?
Explanation
The Amazon Basin is characterized by an equatorial climate with high temperatures and heavy rainfall throughout the year. This environment supports extremely dense tropical rainforests, which make large-scale settlement and infrastructure development difficult. Additionally, the constant high humidity and heat create an unhealthy environment prone to tropical diseases. These physical and climatic constraints result in a relatively low human population density.
Q214. Inclusive growth, in the context of economic development, fundamentally refers to:
Explanation
Inclusive growth refers to economic expansion that is broad-based across sectors and provides equitable opportunities for all segments of society. It ensures that the benefits of growth are shared by marginalized groups and rural populations. By focusing on both the pace and pattern of growth, this approach aims to reduce poverty and income inequality while fostering long-term social stability.
Q215. One horsepower (hp) is equivalent to approximately how many watts?
Explanation
Horsepower is a unit of power originally developed to compare the output of steam engines with the power of draft horses. In the metric system, one mechanical horsepower is defined as approximately seven hundred and forty-six watts. This unit is still commonly used today in the automotive and industrial sectors to describe the power ratings of internal combustion engines and large electric motors.
Q216. Which of the following animals was NOT among the primarily domesticated or hunted species evidenced in the early Mesolithic phase at Bagor?
Explanation
Excavations at Bagor have provided a detailed record of the animals hunted or domesticated by Mesolithic inhabitants. These include cattle, sheep, and goats, which formed the core of the early pastoral economy. While diverse wild species were also present, there is no archaeological evidence for the presence of the horse during this early phase. Horses generally appeared much later in the subcontinent.
Q217. Consider the following proposed causes for the decline of the Indus Valley Civilisation:
I. Ecological degradation and climate change
II. Aryan Invasion Theory
III. Shifting of river courses and hydrological changes
Which of the following represents the logically accepted chronological sequence of theory popularity from oldest to most modern?
I. Ecological degradation and climate change
II. Aryan Invasion Theory
III. Shifting of river courses and hydrological changes
Which of the following represents the logically accepted chronological sequence of theory popularity from oldest to most modern?
Explanation
The understanding of the Harappan decline has evolved over time. Initially, the Aryan Invasion Theory was popularized by Mortimer Wheeler. Later, scholars focused on hydrological changes, such as the shifting of river courses. More recently, environmental and ecological factors, including climate change and the weakening of the monsoon, have become the most logically accepted and widely discussed contemporary explanations.
Q218. Identify the correctly matched pair regarding the sources of the Indian Constitution:
Explanation
The concept of a ‘Republic’, indicating that the head of state is elected rather than hereditary, was borrowed from the French Constitution. In contrast, the impeachment of the President was taken from the US, the nomination of members to the Rajya Sabha was from Ireland, and the vesting of residuary powers in the Centre was borrowed from the Canadian Constitution.
Q219. Identify the odd one out based on the dominant agent of formation for the given plain types.
Explanation
Alluvial plains, flood plains, and deltaic plains are all primarily formed by the action of running water, specifically through river deposition and fluvial processes. In contrast, a loess plain is formed by the deposition of fine-grained silt carried by the wind. Because the dominant agent of formation for loess is aeolian rather than fluvial, it is the distinct outlier.
Q220. Which of the following is considered a primary mechanism for achieving inclusive growth in a developing economy?
Explanation
Promoting financial inclusion is a key strategy for achieving inclusive growth. By providing marginalized individuals and small businesses with access to banking services and microcredit, the government empowers them to participate in economic activities. This access allows for self-employment, investment in skills, and protection against shocks. Consequently, it helps bridge the gap between different social classes and promotes widespread economic participation.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 211 | (d) Use of stone architecture and sophisticated water reservoir systems |
| 212 | (d) Judiciary Independence |
| 213 | (d) Dense rainforests and an unhealthy, humid climate |
| 214 | (d) Broad-based growth with equity. |
| 215 | (b) 746 W |
| 216 | (c) Horse |
| 217 | (b) II, III, I |
| 218 | (c) Concept of ‘Republic’ -- French Constitution |
| 219 | (c) Loess plain |
| 220 | (c) Promoting financial inclusion and access to microcredit. |
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