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RAS PrelimsWorld Geography · Major Industrial Regions and Industries of the World
Q2841. Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other labelled as Reason (R): Assertion (A): Bangalore has emerged as the most prominent IT and electronics hub in India. Reason (R): Bangalore possesses a strong base of public sector research institutions, engineering colleges, and a mild climate conducive to attracting talent. In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?
Explanation
Bangalore’s emergence as India’s premier IT hub is the result of a strong foundation in public sector research and elite engineering education. These institutions provided the necessary technical talent for the burgeoning software industry. Additionally, the city’s mild climate and high quality of life attracted international companies and professionals, creating a self-sustaining ecosystem of innovation and technological growth.
Q2842. Which of the following statements regarding the impact of the Green Revolution in India is incorrect?
Explanation
The Green Revolution had profound impacts, making India self-sufficient in food grains and increasing the marketable surplus of staples. However, it did not reduce inter-regional disparities. Instead, growth was concentrated in areas with good irrigation, like Punjab and Haryana, while rainfed regions lagged behind, leading to widened economic gaps between different Indian states and rural communities.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Cooperation and Resistance with Central Power
Q2843. Who among the following was the ambitious ruler of the Ghurid dynasty who sought to expand his empire into India, eventually clashing with the Chauhans?
Explanation
Mu’izz al-Din Muhammad Ghori was the ambitious Ghurid ruler who aimed to establish a permanent Islamic empire in India. Unlike earlier raiders who focused on plunder, Ghori sought territorial conquest. His expansionist drive led to direct conflict with Prithviraj Chauhan, the powerful ruler of the Shakambhari Chauhan dynasty, eventually resulting in the decisive battles at Tarain that changed Indian political history.
RAS PrelimsAncient Indian History · Gupta Empire and Post-Gupta Period
Q2844. Who among the following Gupta kings performed the Ashvamedha sacrifice to celebrate his military victories and issued coins depicting a horse standing before a sacrificial post?
Explanation
Samudragupta revived the ancient Vedic Ashvamedha sacrifice to commemorate his extensive military conquests across the Indian subcontinent. To mark this grand event, he issued a special series of gold coins known as the Ashvamedha type. These coins depicted a sacrificial horse standing in front of a ritual post, symbolizing his imperial sovereignty and his restoration of the traditional Brahmanical rituals of kingship.
RAS PrelimsIndian Polity and Governance · Parliament: Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha
Q2845. Consider the following statements regarding the legislative process of a Money Bill: I. It can be introduced only by a minister and not by a private member. II. The Rajya Sabha cannot amend or reject a Money Bill. III. The President can return a Money Bill for reconsideration of the Houses. IV. There is no provision for a joint sitting of both Houses to resolve a deadlock over a Money Bill. V. The endorsement of the Speaker is required when it is transmitted to the Rajya Sabha. Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
Explanation
Money Bills are subject to unique legislative rules. They can only be introduced by ministers, and the Rajya Sabha cannot reject or amend them. There is no provision for a joint sitting to resolve disagreements. While the Speaker must endorse them, the President cannot return a Money Bill for reconsideration. The President usually gives assent because the bill was introduced on his recommendation.
RAS PrelimsWorld Geography · Major Industrial Regions and Industries of the World
Q2846. Which city in China was developed as the country’s first Special Economic Zone (SEZ) and has grown into a global mega-centre for IT hardware and electronics?
Explanation
Shenzhen was designated as China’s first Special Economic Zone in 1980, marking a major shift in the country’s economic policy. Its proximity to Hong Kong facilitated the flow of capital and logistics, transforming it from a small fishing village into a global mega-centre. Today, it is recognized as a leader in IT hardware manufacturing, electronics innovation, and international trade.
Q2847. What has been the most prominent long-term ecological consequence of the Green Revolution in states like Punjab and Haryana?
Explanation
Intensive farming practices introduced during the Green Revolution have led to significant ecological challenges. In states like Punjab and Haryana, over-reliance on tubewell irrigation has caused severe groundwater depletion. Furthermore, the excessive use of chemical fertilizers and poor drainage have resulted in soil salinization and loss of fertility, threatening the long-term sustainability of the agricultural success achieved earlier.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Cooperation and Resistance with Central Power
Q2848. Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A): Prithviraj Chauhan is often criticized by historians for his actions following the First Battle of Tarain. Reason (R): He allowed Muhammad Ghori’s defeated army to retreat freely and did not consolidate his frontier defenses.
Explanation
Historians often argue that Prithviraj Chauhan’s failure to pursue Muhammad Ghori’s defeated army after the First Battle of Tarain was a strategic blunder. By allowing the Ghurid forces to retreat safely to Ghazni, he gave Ghori time to reorganize and return with a more effective strategy. This lack of military foresight and failure to strengthen border defenses directly contributed to the subsequent defeat.
RAS PrelimsAncient Indian History · Gupta Empire and Post-Gupta Period
Q2849. Identify the incorrect statement regarding the religious policy of the Gupta rulers:
Explanation
The Gupta rulers were predominantly followers of Vaishnavism, yet they maintained a policy of religious tolerance. While they promoted Brahmanical traditions and temple construction, they did not persecute other faiths. In fact, Buddhism and Jainism continued to thrive during this period. Major Buddhist centers like Nalanda and Sarnath received royal patronage, and religious art for various sects flourished side by side throughout the empire.
RAS PrelimsIndian Polity and Governance · Parliament: Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha
Q2850. Which of the following subjects is the odd one out, as it does not qualify a bill to be deemed a Money Bill under Article 110?
Explanation
Article 110 defines Money Bills based on specific financial subjects like taxation, borrowing, and fund appropriation. However, the article explicitly states that bills dealing with the imposition of fines, pecuniary penalties, or fees for licenses are not considered Money Bills. Such matters fall under ordinary legislative procedures. Identifying this distinction is crucial for understanding the specialized nature of financial legislation.
Answer key for these questions
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Correct answer
2841
(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
2842
(a) It significantly reduced inter-regional disparities by ensuring uniform agricultural growth across all states.
2843
(b) Mu’izz al-Din Muhammad Ghori
2844
(b) Samudragupta
2845
(b) III only
2846
(b) Shenzhen
2847
(b) Severe groundwater depletion and soil salinization due to over-irrigation and chemical use.
2848
(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
2849
(b) They actively persecuted followers of Jainism and Buddhism, leading to the destruction of many viharas.
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(b) The imposition of fines or other pecuniary penalties.
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