Q2441. Which of the following pairs of sugar-producing crops and their climatic preference is incorrectly matched?
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Q2442. Arrange the following developments related to fiscal federalism in correct chronological order:
I. Implementation of the Goods and Services Tax
II. Introduction of the Gadgil Formula for plan assistance
III. Establishment of NITI Aayog
IV. Recommendations of the 14th Finance Commission increasing tax devolution to 42%
Select the correct sequence:
I. Implementation of the Goods and Services Tax
II. Introduction of the Gadgil Formula for plan assistance
III. Establishment of NITI Aayog
IV. Recommendations of the 14th Finance Commission increasing tax devolution to 42%
Select the correct sequence:
Explanation
Fiscal federalism in India has evolved through several key milestones. The Gadgil Formula for plan assistance was established early on. Much later, the 14th Finance Commission recommended a record increase in tax devolution. This was followed by the creation of NITI Aayog in 2015 and the nationwide implementation of the Goods and Services Tax in 2017, transforming the country’s economic landscape.
Q2443. The Ranakpur Jain Temple, famous for its 1444 intricately carved pillars, was built by Dharna Shah during the reign of:
Explanation
The Ranakpur Jain Temple is an architectural masterpiece located in the Pali district. It was constructed in the fifteenth century by Dharna Shah, a wealthy Jain merchant, who received land and support from Rana Kumbha of Mewar. The temple is dedicated to Adinatha and is famous for its intricate marble carvings and its 1444 unique pillars, reflecting the era’s religious and artistic flourishing.
Q2444. Which of the following items was generally NOT exported from Indian ports to the Roman Empire during the Satavahana-Kushana period?
Explanation
During the Satavahana and Kushana periods, India was a major exporter of luxury goods to the Roman Empire. These exports included black pepper (known as "Yavanapriya"), fine muslin textiles, ivory, pearls, and various precious stones. However, horses were not an export item; in fact, India was a major importer of high-quality horses from Central and Western Asia to maintain effective cavalry and chariot forces.
Q2445. Which of the following constitutional provisions embodies the convention that the President is the nominal head?
Explanation
Article 74(1) provides for a Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister to aid and advise the President, who must act on that advice. This is what makes the President the nominal head.
Q2446. Given below are two statements regarding tea cultivation:
Statement I: Tea bushes require an acidic, well-drained soil and high rainfall evenly distributed throughout the year.
Statement II: Stagnant water around the roots of the tea plant is highly beneficial for the growth of tender leaves.
Which of the following is correct?
Statement I: Tea bushes require an acidic, well-drained soil and high rainfall evenly distributed throughout the year.
Statement II: Stagnant water around the roots of the tea plant is highly beneficial for the growth of tender leaves.
Which of the following is correct?
Explanation
Tea bushes require acidic, well-drained soil and high rainfall that is evenly distributed throughout the year to promote continuous growth of tender leaves. However, stagnant water is highly damaging as it can cause root rot; therefore, tea is often grown on hill slopes to ensure natural drainage. Statement two is incorrect because the plant cannot tolerate waterlogging in its roots.
Q2447. Which of the following statements about the current status of Special Category States (SCS) is incorrect?
Explanation
The 14th Finance Commission did not recommend granting Special Category Status to additional states. Instead, it focused on increasing the general tax devolution to forty-two percent for all states. This shift was intended to provide states with more untied funds, reducing the need for the discretionary assistance associated with SCS, though existing beneficiaries in the North-East and Himalayan regions continue to receive support.
Q2448. EcoRI is a widely used restriction enzyme. In its naming convention, what does the co stand for?
Explanation
The nomenclature of restriction enzymes follows a specific system based on the source organism. In the case of EcoRI, the E stands for the genus Escherichia, and the co stands for the species coli. The R represents the specific strain, and the Roman numeral I indicates that it was the first enzyme isolated from that particular strain. This systematic naming allows scientists to identify origins.
Q2449. A major internal factor for the weakening and eventual decline of Rajput political hegemony in Rajasthan during the 18th century was:
Explanation
The decline of Rajput political power in the eighteenth century was accelerated by internal instability. A prime example was the prolonged succession war in Marwar between Ram Singh and Bakht Singh following the death of Maharaja Abhai Singh. This conflict drained the state’s resources and forced both factions to invite Maratha intervention, leading to increased external control and the eventual erosion of Rajput independence.
Q2450. Consider the following statements about trade and economy during the Post-Mauryan and Satavahana periods:
I. Trade guilds (Shrenis or Nigamas) emerged as powerful economic and banking institutions.
II. Internal trade flourished along well-connected overland routes like the Dakshinapatha.
III. Pliny the Elder lamented the drain of Roman gold to India in exchange for luxury goods.
IV. The western coastal ports exclusively traded with China and South-East Asia.
V. Merchant guilds were highly autonomous and even issued their own seals and coins.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
I. Trade guilds (Shrenis or Nigamas) emerged as powerful economic and banking institutions.
II. Internal trade flourished along well-connected overland routes like the Dakshinapatha.
III. Pliny the Elder lamented the drain of Roman gold to India in exchange for luxury goods.
IV. The western coastal ports exclusively traded with China and South-East Asia.
V. Merchant guilds were highly autonomous and even issued their own seals and coins.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Explanation
Trade in the post-Mauryan period was highly organized, with autonomous merchant guilds (Shrenis) performing banking functions and issuing their own seals. Inland trade thrived along routes like the Dakshinapatha, which linked North India to the Deccan. The Roman historian Pliny expressed concern over the massive outflow of Roman gold to India for luxury goods. While western ports were active, they primarily traded with the Roman world.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 2441 | (c) Sugarcane - Frost-prone continental climates |
| 2442 | (a) II, IV, III, I |
| 2443 | (a) Rana Kumbha |
| 2444 | (a) Horses |
| 2445 | (a) Article 74(1) |
| 2446 | (c) Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect. |
| 2447 | (a) The 14th Finance Commission explicitly recommended extending SCS status to Bihar and Odisha. |
| 2448 | (b) Coli |
| 2449 | (d) The persistent dispute over the Jodhpur succession between Ram Singh and Bakht Singh |
| 2450 | (a) I, II, III, and V only |
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