Q2231. Which of the following chromosomal arrangements represents the karyotype of a normal human male?
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Q2232. Hasan Khan Mewati and Mahmud Lodi fought as allies of which Rajput ruler against Babur?
Explanation
In the Battle of Khanwa in 1527, Rana Sanga led a massive confederacy of Rajput and Muslim rulers against Babur. Hasan Khan Mewati, the ruler of Mewat, and Mahmud Lodi, the brother of the late Ibrahim Lodi, joined Sanga to expel the Mughals. This alliance represented a final attempt by regional powers to preserve North India’s traditional political order against Babur.
Q2233. Arrange the following administrative divisions of the Mauryan Empire in descending order (from largest to smallest):
I. Janapada
II. Ahara (District)
III. Grama
IV. Sthaniya (Unit of 800 villages)
I. Janapada
II. Ahara (District)
III. Grama
IV. Sthaniya (Unit of 800 villages)
Explanation
The Mauryan administration was organized in a clear hierarchy to ensure effective governance over its vast territory. The largest unit below the imperial level was the Janapada or province. This was followed by the Ahara, which functioned as a district. Below the district level were units like the Sthaniya, which consisted of 800 villages. The smallest and most fundamental unit of the administrative structure was the Grama.
Q2234. The Prime Minister of India is:
Explanation
According to Article 75, the Prime Minister is appointed by the President. In accordance with parliamentary conventions, the President invites the leader of the majority party in the Lok Sabha to form the government. The Prime Minister serves as the head of the Council of Ministers and the real executive authority. This appointment is fundamental to the functioning of parliamentary democracy.
Q2235. Consider the following statements regarding farming systems based on moisture availability:
I. Dry land farming emphasizes techniques to conserve soil moisture, such as mulching.
II. Irrigated farming ensures multiple cropping in areas that would otherwise remain barren due to lack of rainfall.
III. Dry land farming predominantly cultivates water-intensive crops like sugarcane.
IV. The Indira Gandhi Canal has facilitated irrigated farming in north-western Rajasthan.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. Dry land farming emphasizes techniques to conserve soil moisture, such as mulching.
II. Irrigated farming ensures multiple cropping in areas that would otherwise remain barren due to lack of rainfall.
III. Dry land farming predominantly cultivates water-intensive crops like sugarcane.
IV. The Indira Gandhi Canal has facilitated irrigated farming in north-western Rajasthan.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Dry land farming focuses on moisture conservation techniques like mulching and cultivating drought-resistant crops. Irrigated farming allows for multiple crops in arid regions by providing a stable water supply. The Indira Gandhi Canal is a prime example of irrigation transforming desert landscapes in Rajasthan. Water-intensive crops like sugarcane are unsuitable for dry land farming and require reliable irrigation to thrive.
Q2236. Which of the following is NOT a type of grant-in-aid recommended by the Finance Commission?
Explanation
The Finance Commission recommends statutory grants, including revenue deficit grants, local body support, and disaster relief funds. These are primarily governed by Article 275. In contrast, discretionary grants under Article 282 are made by the Union or States for any public purpose and do not require the commission’s recommendation. They allow the executive to respond to specific policy needs.
Q2237. Consider the following statements regarding the Rathores of Marwar:
I. Rao Chunda established his capital at Mandore after acquiring it in a dowry.
II. Rao Jodha defeated Maharana Kumbha to secure Marwar’s independence.
III. Rao Maldeo was known as the ‘Hashmat Wala Raja’ by Persian historians.
IV. Mota Raja Udai Singh was the first Rathore ruler to enter into a matrimonial alliance with Akbar.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
I. Rao Chunda established his capital at Mandore after acquiring it in a dowry.
II. Rao Jodha defeated Maharana Kumbha to secure Marwar’s independence.
III. Rao Maldeo was known as the ‘Hashmat Wala Raja’ by Persian historians.
IV. Mota Raja Udai Singh was the first Rathore ruler to enter into a matrimonial alliance with Akbar.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
Explanation
The history of the Rathores of Marwar involves several key figures. Rao Chunda acquired Mandore through a dowry, and Rao Maldeo was highly respected by Persian historians. Mota Raja Udai Singh initiated matrimonial alliances with Akbar. However, the claim that Rao Jodha defeated Maharana Kumbha to secure independence is incorrect; they eventually reached a peace agreement known as the Aonla- Baonla treaty.
Q2238. Identify the odd one out among the following types of taxes levied during the Mauryan period.
Explanation
During the Mauryan period, Bhaga, Bali, and Hiranya were different forms of financial or in-kind taxes paid to the state. Bhaga was the main land revenue, usually a share of the produce, while Hiranya was a tax paid specifically in cash. In contrast, Visti was not a monetary or agricultural tax; it referred to forced or unpaid labor that subjects were required to provide for state projects.
Q2239. Consider the following functions and powers of the Prime Minister of India:
I. He recommends persons who can be appointed as ministers by the President.
II. He allocates and reshuffles various portfolios among the ministers.
III. He can ask a minister to resign or advise the President to dismiss him.
IV. He presides over the meeting of the Council of Ministers.
V. His resignation automatically brings about the collapse of the Council of Ministers.
Which of the above statements are correct?
I. He recommends persons who can be appointed as ministers by the President.
II. He allocates and reshuffles various portfolios among the ministers.
III. He can ask a minister to resign or advise the President to dismiss him.
IV. He presides over the meeting of the Council of Ministers.
V. His resignation automatically brings about the collapse of the Council of Ministers.
Which of the above statements are correct?
Explanation
The Prime Minister exercises significant authority over the Council of Ministers. He recommends ministerial appointments to the President, allocates portfolios, and presides over meetings. He can request a minister’s resignation or advise their dismissal. Most importantly, the Prime Minister’s resignation or death leads to the automatic dissolution of the entire Council of Ministers, as he is the government’s central figure.
Q2240. Which of the following physical requirements is essential for the successful cultivation of wet paddy?
Explanation
Wet paddy cultivation requires specific environmental conditions, including high temperatures above twenty-five degrees Celsius and high humidity. The crop needs significant water, typically requiring an annual rainfall of over one hundred centimeters or reliable irrigation. Fields must be flooded during the early growth stages, making soil that retains moisture, such as clayey alluvium, much more suitable for this purpose.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 2231 | (b) 44 Autosomes + XY |
| 2232 | (b) Rana Sanga |
| 2233 | (a) I, II, IV, III |
| 2234 | (b) Appointed by the President |
| 2235 | (a) I, II and IV only |
| 2236 | (b) Discretionary Grants under Article 282 |
| 2237 | (b) II only |
| 2238 | (d) Visti |
| 2239 | (d) I, II, III, IV and V |
| 2240 | (d) High temperatures above 25°C, high humidity, and annual rainfall exceeding 100 cm. |
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