Q2821. Identify the odd one out among the following cities, based on its primary global industrial recognition.
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Q2822. The first phase of the Green Revolution in India (mid-1960s to mid-1970s) was primarily restricted to the introduction of High Yielding Variety (HYV) seeds in which two crops?
Explanation
The initial phase of the Green Revolution, spanning the mid-1960s to the mid-1970s, focused on a few specific crops and regions. The technological package, centered around High Yielding Variety seeds, was primarily restricted to wheat and rice. These two staples saw the most significant increases in productivity, particularly in the well-irrigated regions of Punjab, Haryana, and western Uttar Pradesh.
Q2823. Consider the following events related to the Rathore resistance against Aurangzeb:
I. Death of Maharaja Jaswant Singh
II. Escape of Ajit Singh from Delhi with the help of Durgadas Rathore
III. Imposition of Jizya by Aurangzeb
Arrange them in correct chronological order.
I. Death of Maharaja Jaswant Singh
II. Escape of Ajit Singh from Delhi with the help of Durgadas Rathore
III. Imposition of Jizya by Aurangzeb
Arrange them in correct chronological order.
Explanation
The Rathore resistance followed a specific timeline starting with the death of Maharaja Jaswant Singh in November 1678. Following this, Aurangzeb imposed the Jizya tax in April 1679, further alienating the Rajputs. The crisis escalated when Durgadas Rathore successfully helped the infant Ajit Singh escape from Delhi in July 1679. These events together fueled a long period of intense anti-Mughal struggle in Marwar.
Q2824. Which of the following plays is historically attributed to Harshavardhana himself?
Explanation
Harshavardhana was not only a great warrior and administrator but also a distinguished scholar and patron of the arts. He is traditionally credited with authoring three famous Sanskrit plays: Ratnavali, Priyadarsika, and Nagananda. These works demonstrate his literary proficiency and interest in Buddhist themes and courtly romance, setting him apart as a rare example of a "poet-king" in ancient Indian history.
Q2825. Consider the following statements regarding a Money Bill:
I. A Money Bill can be introduced in either House of Parliament.
II. The decision of the Speaker of the Lok Sabha is final on whether a bill is a Money Bill or not.
III. The Rajya Sabha must return a Money Bill to the Lok Sabha within 14 days.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. A Money Bill can be introduced in either House of Parliament.
II. The decision of the Speaker of the Lok Sabha is final on whether a bill is a Money Bill or not.
III. The Rajya Sabha must return a Money Bill to the Lok Sabha within 14 days.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha holds the final authority to certify whether a bill is a Money Bill. Once certified and passed by the Lok Sabha, the Rajya Sabha has a limited role. It must return the bill within 14 days, with or without recommendations. However, a Money Bill can only be introduced in the Lok Sabha, not both.
Q2826. Which of the following was NOT a primary factor contributing to the historical rise of Detroit as the automobile capital of the world?
Explanation
Detroit’s rise as the automobile capital was driven by its proximity to iron and coal via the Great Lakes, an existing wagon manufacturing base, and a skilled workforce. These factors provided the necessary materials and expertise for car production. Access to deep-sea tropical fisheries played no role in its industrial development, as fisheries are unrelated to the manufacturing of motor vehicles.
Q2827. Match the Crops listed in List I with their Prominent HYV Varieties introduced during the Green Revolution in List II and select the correct answer using the options given below:
| Crops | HYV Varieties |
|---|---|
| A. Wheat | i. IR-8 |
| B. Rice | ii. Kalyan Sona |
| C. Maize | iii. Ganga-101 |
| D. Bajra | iv. HB-1 |
Explanation
The Green Revolution introduced several landmark High Yielding Varieties. Kalyan Sona was a prominent variety of wheat, while IR-8 became a revolutionary variety for rice production. For coarse cereals, Ganga-101 was a significant hybrid for maize, and HB-1 was a notable variety for bajra. These developments collectively led to a massive surge in India’s total food grain output.
Q2828. The Hurda Conference (1734) was convened primarily with the objective of:
Explanation
The Hurda Conference was organized in July 1734 by prominent Rajput rulers to address the growing threat of Maratha incursions. As the Mughal Empire weakened, Maratha forces increasingly raided Rajput territories for tribute. The conference aimed to create a unified military front among states like Mewar, Jaipur, and Marwar to drive out the Marathas and protect the sovereignty of the Rajputana region.
Q2829. Consider the following statements regarding the decline of Harsha’s empire:
I. Harsha died without leaving a recognized heir, leading to immediate political instability.
II. Arjuna, a local minister, attempted to usurp the throne of Kannauj shortly after Harsha’s death.
III. The Chinese envoy Wang-hiuen-tse led a military force with Tibetan help against the usurper in Kannauj.
IV. Following Harsha’s death, the Chalukyas successfully invaded and permanently occupied Magadha.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. Harsha died without leaving a recognized heir, leading to immediate political instability.
II. Arjuna, a local minister, attempted to usurp the throne of Kannauj shortly after Harsha’s death.
III. The Chinese envoy Wang-hiuen-tse led a military force with Tibetan help against the usurper in Kannauj.
IV. Following Harsha’s death, the Chalukyas successfully invaded and permanently occupied Magadha.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Following Harsha’s death without an heir, the empire fell into chaos. A minister named Arjuna usurped power in Kannauj and mistreated a Chinese diplomatic mission. In response, the envoy Wang-hiuen-tse returned with a combined force of Tibetan and Nepalese soldiers to defeat the usurper. This episode highlights the immediate political instability and the involvement of foreign powers in northern Indian affairs after Harsha.
Q2830. Which Article of the Constitution of India specifically defines a Money Bill?
Explanation
Article 110 of the Indian Constitution provides the precise definition of a Money Bill. It lists several specific criteria, such as tax regulation, borrowing by the Union, and payments into the Consolidated Fund. Any bill containing only these provisions is certified as a Money Bill by the Speaker. This classification triggers special legislative procedures that prioritize the authority of Lok Sabha.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 2821 | (d) Jharia |
| 2822 | (d) Wheat and Rice |
| 2823 | (b) I, III, II |
| 2824 | (b) Nagananda |
| 2825 | (b) II and III only |
| 2826 | (b) Proximity to major deep-sea tropical fisheries |
| 2827 | (a) A-ii, B-i, C-iii, D-iv |
| 2828 | (c) Uniting Rajput rulers to check the expanding Maratha incursions. |
| 2829 | (a) I, II and III |
| 2830 | (c) Article 110 |
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