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RAS PrelimsWorld Geography · Major Industrial Regions and Industries of the World
Q2831. Consider the following statements regarding the global textile industry: I. The cotton textile industry is exclusively located in developed countries today. II. Synthetic textiles rely heavily on inputs from the petrochemical industry. III. Osaka is traditionally known as the Manchester of Japan. Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?
Explanation
The cotton textile industry is no longer exclusive to developed countries; in fact, much of the global production has shifted to developing nations like India, China, and Bangladesh due to lower labor costs. While synthetic textiles do rely on petrochemicals and Osaka is known as the Manchester of Japan, the claim that the industry is limited to developed nations is incorrect.
Q2832. Read the following statements regarding the origins of the Green Revolution and select the correct answer from the options given below: Statement I: The initial High Yielding Variety (HYV) wheat seeds imported by India were developed by Dr. Norman Borlaug in Mexico. Statement II: Dr. Norman Borlaug was awarded the Nobel Prize in Agriculture for his contributions to developing high-yielding wheat varieties.
Explanation
The high-yielding wheat varieties that initiated the Green Revolution in India were originally developed by Dr. Norman Borlaug in Mexico. While Borlaug is credited with saving millions from starvation through his work, he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, not a Nobel Prize in Agriculture, as the latter category does not exist. His contributions fundamentally changed global agriculture.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Cooperation and Resistance with Central Power
Q2833. Match List I: (British Official/Governor General) with List II: (Policy/Event in Rajasthan) and select the correct answer.
British Official/Governor General
Policy/Event in Rajasthan
A. Lord Wellesley
i. Negotiated the Subsidiary Alliances with Rajput States in 1817-18
B. Charles Metcalfe
ii. First Political Agent to Western Rajput States
C. Lord Hastings
iii. Initiated the policy of Subordinate Isolation
D. Colonel James Tod
iv. Attempted early treaties with Alwar and Bharatpur
Explanation
Lord Wellesley initiated early defensive treaties with states like Alwar, while Charles Metcalfe was the primary negotiator for the extensive Subsidiary Alliances of 1817-18. Lord Hastings formalised the policy of Subordinate Isolation to bring Rajputana under British protection. Colonel James Tod served as the first Political Agent, meticulously documenting the history and geography of the Western Rajput states during his tenure.
RAS PrelimsAncient Indian History · Gupta Empire and Post-Gupta Period
Q2834. Which of the following statements about the political fragmentation after Harsha is not true?
Explanation
After Harsha’s reign, North India fragmented into several regional powers, leading to the Tripartite Struggle. While the Gurjara-Pratiharas became dominant, the Maukharis did not merge into the Chalukya state. The Maukhari line essentially ended with Grahavarman, and their kingdom was absorbed into Harsha’s empire earlier. The subsequent era was marked by the rise of various Rajput clans and the deepening of feudalism.
RAS PrelimsIndian Polity and Governance · Parliament: Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha
Q2835. Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A): A Money Bill can only be introduced in the Lok Sabha and not in the Rajya Sabha. Reason (R): The Lok Sabha is directly elected by the people, and taxation and expenditure are matters of public money over which popular control is essential.
Explanation
Money Bills must be introduced exclusively in the Lok Sabha because it is the House directly elected by the citizens. Since these bills involve public money, taxation, and expenditure, popular control through elected representatives is a fundamental democratic requirement. Therefore, the assertion regarding the introduction of Money Bills and the reason concerning popular control are both correct and linked.
RAS PrelimsWorld Geography · Major Industrial Regions and Industries of the World
Q2836. Which of the following statements correctly identifies a key factor in the development of Silicon Valley as a major IT and electronics hub?
Explanation
Silicon Valley’s transformation into a global technology hub was catalyzed by its close relationship with Stanford University, which provided a steady stream of skilled engineers and researchers. This academic foundation, combined with an aggressive venture capital ecosystem, created a unique environment for innovation. These factors were far more critical than physical resources or traditional port facilities in establishing its dominance.
Q2837. Consider the following elements which constituted the core technological package of the Green Revolution: I. High Yielding Variety (HYV) seeds II. Assured supply of artificial irrigation III. Heavy use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The success of the Green Revolution relied on a synchronized package of modern agricultural inputs. This core technological set included High Yielding Variety seeds, an assured and controlled supply of artificial irrigation, and the intensive application of chemical fertilizers and pesticides. These elements worked together to maximize crop yields, provided the farmer could afford the high costs of these inputs.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Cooperation and Resistance with Central Power
Q2838. Consider the following statements about the resistance of Gurjara-Pratiharas against Arab invasions: I. Nagabhata I defeated a large Arab army sent by Junaid. II. The Gwalior Inscription provides details of Nagabhata’s victory over the ‘Mlechchas’. III. Mihira Bhoja was easily defeated by the Arabs of Sindh. IV. The strong Pratihara empire acted as a bulwark against Islamic expansion in India for nearly 300 years. Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
Explanation
The Gurjara-Pratihara dynasty was instrumental in defending India against early Islamic expansion. While Nagabhata I and later rulers like Mihira Bhoja successfully resisted Arab forces, historical accounts do not support the idea that Mihira Bhoja was easily defeated by the Arabs of Sindh. On the contrary, Arab travelers like Sulaiman noted the Pratihara Empire’s formidable military strength and its role as a barrier.
RAS PrelimsAncient Indian History · Gupta Empire and Post-Gupta Period
Q2839. Which of the following represents the most appropriate description of the ‘Golden Age’ characterization of the Gupta period?
Explanation
The "Golden Age" label for the Gupta period is primarily based on the extraordinary achievements in the realms of Sanskrit literature, art, and the sciences. It was an era of cultural efflorescence where classical forms of drama, poetry, and sculpture reached their peak. Scientific advancements in mathematics and astronomy were equally significant, making it a period of high intellectual accomplishment and refined artistic expression.
RAS PrelimsIndian Polity and Governance · Parliament: Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha
Q2840. Read the following statements regarding Financial Bills carefully: Statement I: All Money Bills are Financial Bills, but all Financial Bills are not Money Bills. Statement II: A Financial Bill under Article 117(1) can be introduced in the Rajya Sabha without the recommendation of the President. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Every Money Bill is a Financial Bill but not every Financial Bill is a Money Bill, so Statement I is correct. A Financial Bill under Article 117(1) can be introduced only in the Lok Sabha and only on the President’s recommendation, so Statement II is incorrect.
Answer key for these questions
Q
Correct answer
2831
(a) I only
2832
(c) Statement I is true but Statement II is false.
2833
(a) A-iv, B-i, C-iii, D-ii
2834
(d) The Maukharis completely disappeared as a political force and merged into the Chalukya state.
2835
(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
2836
(d) Its proximity to Stanford University and a strong venture capital ecosystem.
2837
(d) I, II and III
2838
(b) III only
2839
(a) It reflects a significant growth in classical Sanskrit literature, art, and sciences.
2840
(a) Statement I is correct, and Statement II is incorrect.
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