Q2981. The Kisan Credit Card (KCC) scheme, designed to provide adequate and timely credit support from the banking system to the farmers, was introduced in which year?
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Q2982. Type 1 Diabetes is fundamentally characterized by:
Explanation
Type 1 diabetes is a chronic condition in which the immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys the insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas.
Q2983. Which of the following statements about Mirza Raja Jai Singh’s service to the Mughals is incorrect?
Explanation
Mirza Raja Jai Singh was a premier general who served the Mughal Empire with great distinction under Jahangir, Shah Jahan, and Aurangzeb. His most famous achievement was the successful campaign against Shivaji, leading to the Treaty of Purandar. Unlike some other Rajput nobles, he remained a loyal servant of the crown and never rebelled against Aurangzeb, eventually dying while on imperial duty.
Q2984. Match List-I (Harshavardhana’s Administration) with List-II (Corresponding feature):
Which of the following matches is correct?
| Harshavardhana’s Administration | Corresponding feature |
|---|---|
| A. Mahasandhivigrahadhikrita | i. Ordinary officials in charge of district administration |
| B. Ayuktakas | ii. The chief of the palace guards |
| C. Mahapratiara | iii. A tax collected from agriculturists |
| D. Udranga | iv. The supreme director of war and peace |
Explanation
Harsha’s government followed a structured administrative pattern. The Mahasandhivigrahadhikrita was the supreme director of war and peace. Ayuktakas were officials managing district-level affairs. The Mahapratihara served as the chief of the palace guards, ensuring the king’s security. Udranga was a specific land tax collected from farmers. These roles highlight the mixture of military, civil, and fiscal management necessary to govern Harsha’s extensive northern Indian empire.
Q2985. Which of the following statements correctly applies to the "expenditure charged upon the Consolidated Fund of India" during the budget process?
Explanation
The budget contains expenditure "charged upon" the Consolidated Fund of India, such as salaries of high officials. This type of expenditure is not submitted to a vote by Parliament. However, the Constitution allows both Houses to discuss these items freely. This distinction ensures that the financial security of key constitutional offices is protected while still allowing for legislative oversight.
Q2986. What is the foundational raw material essential for the synthetic textile industry?
Explanation
Synthetic textiles, such as polyester and nylon, are produced through chemical processes using feedstocks derived from petroleum and natural gas. Unlike natural fibers like cotton or silk, which are agricultural products, synthetic fibers are entirely dependent on the petrochemical industry. This link makes the synthetic textile sector closely tied to oil refining and global energy markets for its essential raw materials.
Q2987. Which of the following statements about the scope of the Kisan Credit Card (KCC) scheme is correct?
Explanation
The Kisan Credit Card scheme offers a comprehensive credit limit that covers various financial needs of farmers. It provides short-term credit for crop cultivation expenses, such as seeds and fertilizers, and also covers post-harvest costs. Additionally, it allows for a portion of the credit to be used for the consumption requirements of the farmer’s household and the maintenance of farm assets.
Q2988. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer:
| Public Health Programme/Initiative | Target/Objective |
|---|---|
| A. Mission Indradhanush | i. Mental health care access |
| B. Poshan Abhiyan | ii. Universal health coverage and financial protection |
| C. NMHP | iii. Full immunization of children and pregnant women |
| D. Ayushman Bharat | iv. Eradication of malnutrition |
Explanation
Mission Indradhanush focuses on the full immunization of children and pregnant women. Poshan Abhiyan is the flagship program aimed at eradicating malnutrition in India. The National Mental Health Programme ensures access to mental healthcare, while Ayushman Bharat provides universal health coverage and financial protection against catastrophic health expenditures for the most vulnerable sections of the population.
Q2989. Given below are two statements, one labelled as
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R).
Assertion (A): Maharana Raj Singh of Mewar provided shelter to Ajit Singh of Marwar.
Reason (R): Raj Singh wanted to forge a united Rajput alliance against the religious bigotry and expansionist policies of Aurangzeb.
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R).
Assertion (A): Maharana Raj Singh of Mewar provided shelter to Ajit Singh of Marwar.
Reason (R): Raj Singh wanted to forge a united Rajput alliance against the religious bigotry and expansionist policies of Aurangzeb.
Explanation
Maharana Raj Singh of Mewar provided refuge to the infant Ajit Singh of Marwar as part of a strategic and moral defiance of Aurangzeb. He aimed to unite the Rajput states against the Emperor’s increasingly intolerant policies, such as the destruction of temples and the imposition of Jizya. This alliance between Mewar and Marwar formed a significant front against Mughal imperial overreach.
Q2990. Which of the following offers the best characterization of the economy during the late Gupta and post-Gupta period?
Explanation
The economy during the late Gupta and post- Gupta periods was characterized by a distinct shift toward localization. Long-distance maritime trade, particularly with the West, had declined, leading to a decrease in the circulation of metallic currency. Concurrently, the increasing frequency of land grants to religious and secular officials fostered a self-sufficient village economy and the rise of local landed intermediaries, marking the transition toward feudalism.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 2981 | (b) 1998-99 |
| 2982 | (a) Autoimmune destruction of pancreatic beta cells |
| 2983 | (c) He rebelled against Aurangzeb and declared the independence of Amber. |
| 2984 | (c) A-iv, B-i, C-ii, D-iii |
| 2985 | (c) It can be discussed by Parliament but is not submitted to the vote of Parliament. |
| 2986 | (c) Petrochemicals |
| 2987 | (c) It provides short-term credit for crop cultivation, post-harvest expenses, and consumption requirements of farmer households. |
| 2988 | (a) A-iii, B-iv, C-i, D-ii |
| 2989 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 2990 | (a) An increasingly localized economy marked by a decline in long-distance trade and a rise in land grants |
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