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RAS PrelimsAncient Indian History · Gupta Empire and Post-Gupta Period
Q2771. Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R): Assertion (A): Fa Hien’s travelogue provides extremely limited information about the political history and the ruling emperor of the Gupta Empire. Reason (R): Fa Hien was primarily a Chinese Buddhist pilgrim whose main objective was to visit Buddhist pilgrimage sites and collect authentic Vinaya Pitaka texts. Which of the following is correct?
Explanation
Fa Hien’s primary mission in India was religious, as he sought to collect authentic Buddhist scriptures and visit holy sites. Consequently, his travelogue provides very little information regarding the contemporary political history or the specific identity of the ruling emperor. His accounts focus on social conditions and Buddhist practices, making the religious objective the direct cause for the political omissions.
RAS PrelimsIndian Polity and Governance · Parliament: Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha
Q2772. Which of the following is the most appropriate reason for the Rajya Sabha being designed as a permanent house?
Explanation
The permanent nature of the Rajya Sabha is vital for maintaining parliamentary continuity. Since it is not subject to dissolution, it can handle urgent legislative matters and fulfill constitutional obligations when the Lok Sabha is dissolved. This design prevents a total vacuum in the central legislative process. It ensures that the government remains accountable and the legislative function persists during elections.
RAS PrelimsWorld Geography · Major Industrial Regions and Industries of the World
Q2773. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Industrial Centre
Country
A. Jamshedpur
i. Japan
B. Osaka
ii. India
C. Stuttgart
iii. China
D. Shenzhen
iv. Germany
Explanation
Global industrial cities are often identified with their respective nations and core industries. Jamshedpur is a major steel city in India, while Osaka is a prominent industrial center in Japan. Stuttgart is famous for automotive manufacturing in Germany, and Shenzhen has emerged as a high-tech hub in China. These cities exemplify the diverse geographical distribution of industrial specialization across the world.
Q2774. Which of the following is the odd one out regarding the direct benefits of consolidation of land holdings?
Explanation
Consolidating land holdings offers several practical advantages, such as reducing time spent moving between scattered plots and facilitating mechanization. It also helps minimize boundary disputes and litigation among neighboring farmers. However, consolidation has no direct or automatic impact on the Minimum Support Price. MSP is a policy decision made by the central government based on nationwide market conditions.
RAS PrelimsHealth, Environment and Agriculture · Human Health, Food, Nutrition and Public Health Programmes
Q2775. Under the National Health Mission (NHM), what is the primary role of an ASHA worker?
Explanation
Accredited Social Health Activists are community health workers who serve as the primary link between the rural population and the public healthcare system. They play a vital role in mobilizing the community for immunization, institutional delivery, and family planning.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Cooperation and Resistance with Central Power
Q2776. Consider the following statements about Alauddin Khilji’s campaigns in Rajasthan: I. He attacked Ranthambore because Hammir Deva sheltered Mongol rebels. II. The siege of Chittor took place in 1303. III. Jalore was ruled by Kanhad Dev Sonigara during Khilji’s invasion. IV. Siwana was captured and renamed Khairabad. V. Khizr Khan was appointed as the governor of Chittor after its conquest. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Alauddin Khilji’s campaigns in Rajasthan were comprehensive and strategic. He targeted Ranthambore due to the asylum granted to Mongol rebels and later captured Chittor in 1303. Jalore fell after the resistance of Kanhad Dev, and Siwana was renamed Khairabad following its conquest. These victories, including the appointment of Khizr Khan at Chittor, established short-term Sultanate dominance over the strategic Rajput forts.
RAS PrelimsAncient Indian History · Gupta Empire and Post-Gupta Period
Q2777. In the administrative system of the Gupta Empire, the ‘Pustapala’ functioned primarily as the:
Explanation
The Gupta administration was meticulous in its record-keeping, especially regarding land ownership and revenue. The Pustapala was the official designated as the keeper of records at the district level. Their primary responsibility was to maintain the registers of land transactions and ownership, ensuring that all transfers were properly documented to prevent disputes and facilitate the accurate collection of land taxes.
RAS PrelimsIndian Polity and Governance · Parliament: Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha
Q2778. Select the correct sequence of the passage of an ordinary bill through Parliament:
Explanation
An ordinary bill undergoes several distinct stages before becoming law. It begins with the first reading for introduction. The second reading involves detailed discussion and scrutiny. After the third reading, it is transmitted to the second House for a similar process. Finally, it requires the President’s assent. This sequence ensures comprehensive review and democratic consensus across both of the legislative houses.
RAS PrelimsWorld Geography · Major Industrial Regions and Industries of the World
Q2779. Which major Indian city is frequently referred to as the "Manchester of India" due to its historically robust cotton textile industry?
Explanation
Ahmedabad earned the title of the Manchester of India due to its historical dominance in the cotton textile industry. The city’s growth was fueled by its proximity to the vast cotton-growing tracts of Gujarat and the availability of skilled labor. Much like Manchester in England, Ahmedabad became a central hub for textile mills, significantly contributing to the nation’s industrial and economic development.
Q2780. Consider the following challenges faced during the consolidation of land holdings: I. Emotional attachment of farmers to their ancestral lands. II. Wide variations in the quality and fertility of soil across different plots. III. Lack of updated and accurate land records. IV. Fear of displacement among small and marginal farmers. V. Shortage of trained revenue officials to execute the complex exchange process. Which of the above statement(s) accurately reflecting these challenges is/are correct?
Explanation
Implementing land consolidation faces several hurdles. Farmers often have deep emotional attachments to ancestral lands, making them reluctant to exchange plots. Differences in soil fertility and quality across areas complicate fair exchanges. Furthermore, inaccurate land records and a lack of trained revenue officials hinder the process. Small farmers also fear displacement or receiving inferior land during the complex reorganization.
Answer key for these questions
Q
Correct answer
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(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
2772
(c) To maintain continuity in the parliamentary process and handle legislative work when the Lok Sabha is dissolved.
2773
(a) A-ii, B-i, C-iv, D-iii
2774
(c) Automatic increase in the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for crops grown on consolidated land.
2775
(c) Linking the community with the public health system
2776
(d) I, II, III, IV and V
2777
(d) A record-keeper for land transaction registers
2778
(b) First Reading Second Reading Third Reading Passage in second House Presidential Assent
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(d) Ahmedabad
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(d) I, II, III, IV and V
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