Q3041. Body Mass Index (BMI) is a common metric used to classify malnutrition (underweight and overweight). It is calculated as:
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Q3042. The assassination of Rana Kumbha by his son Uda in 1468 had which immediate effect on Mewar?
Explanation
The assassination of Rana Kumbha by his son Uda in 1468 led to a period of significant political instability in Mewar. Uda briefly usurped the throne but faced strong opposition from the nobility, who eventually supported Kumbha’s other son, Raimal. This internal strife weakened the kingdom’s defenses for a short time, although it did not lead to immediate conquest by external enemies.
Q3043. Match List-I (Text) with List-II (Author) regarding ancient Indian sciences:
Which of the following matches is correct?
| Text | Author |
|---|---|
| A. Brihat Samhita | i. Brahmagupta |
| B. Brahmasphutasiddhanta | ii. Bhaskaracharya |
| C. Sushruta Samhita | iii. Varahamihira |
| D. Lilavati | iv. Sushruta |
Explanation
Ancient Indian scientific literature was highly advanced. Varahamihira authored the encyclopedic Brihat Samhita. Brahmagupta wrote the Brahmasphutasiddhanta, introducing profound concepts in algebra. Sushruta is the legendary father of Indian surgery, whose Samhita remains a medical classic. Bhaskaracharya, though later, is famous for Lilavati, a masterpiece on mathematics. These scholars collectively established India as a leading center of scientific and mathematical knowledge in the ancient world.
Q3044. Which of the following statements is correct regarding the Committee on Public Undertakings?
Explanation
The Committee on Public Undertakings performs vital oversight by examining the reports and accounts of public enterprises. It also reviews the reports submitted by the Comptroller and Auditor General regarding these undertakings. Ministers cannot be members of this committee, and its chairman is appointed from the Lok Sabha members. Its work focuses on the efficiency and commercial prudence of enterprises.
Q3045. Which of the following pairs of an industrial city and its prominent industry/feature is correctly matched?
Explanation
Houston is globally recognized for its dominant role in the petrochemical industry and as a major center for space exploration, hosting NASA’s Johnson Space Center. While Rotterdam is a port and logistics hub, and Shenzhen is a technology center, Houston’s unique combination of energy processing and aerospace research makes it a standout example of specialized industrial and scientific development in the United States.
Q3046. Which of the following is widely considered the most critical flaw that developed in the traditional APMC mandi system over time?
Explanation
Over time, the APMC system developed significant inefficiencies that harmed farmers. The most critical flaw was the cartelization among licensed traders and commission agents within the mandis. These groups often worked together to suppress prices during auctions, leading to poor price realization for farmers. This lack of competition effectively defeated the original purpose of the regulated market system.
Q3047. Arrange the following steps of detecting food adulteration in a suspected sample in the correct logical sequence:
I. Compare results with standard parameters
II. Collect a representative sample
III. Perform chemical analysis in a certified lab
IV. Document the batch and expiry details of the product
Which of the following represents the correct sequence?
I. Compare results with standard parameters
II. Collect a representative sample
III. Perform chemical analysis in a certified lab
IV. Document the batch and expiry details of the product
Which of the following represents the correct sequence?
Explanation
To detect food adulteration, the first step is to collect a representative sample of the suspected item. Next, the batch and expiry details of the product must be documented for legal and tracking purposes. The sample is then sent for chemical analysis in a certified laboratory. Finally, the laboratory results are compared with established standard parameters to determine if adulteration occurred.
Q3048. Consider the following statements regarding the Rajput-Afghan alliance at the Battle of Khanwa:
I. Hasan Khan Mewati commanded a significant contingent supporting Rana Sanga.
II. Mahmud Lodi sought Rana Sanga’s help to reclaim the Delhi throne from Babur.
III. The alliance successfully destroyed Babur’s artillery.
IV. This was a rare instance of a combined Hindu-Muslim confederacy against a foreign invader.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
I. Hasan Khan Mewati commanded a significant contingent supporting Rana Sanga.
II. Mahmud Lodi sought Rana Sanga’s help to reclaim the Delhi throne from Babur.
III. The alliance successfully destroyed Babur’s artillery.
IV. This was a rare instance of a combined Hindu-Muslim confederacy against a foreign invader.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
Explanation
At the Battle of Khanwa, a unique coalition of Rajput and Afghan forces united under Rana Sanga to oppose Babur. This alliance, which included Hasan Khan Mewati and Mahmud Lodi, demonstrated a common front against the Mughal invader. However, contrary to some expectations, the alliance did not succeed in destroying Babur’s artillery, which ultimately played a decisive role in the Rajput defeat.
Q3049. In Gupta literature and administration, what is the meaning of the term ‘Vishti’?
Explanation
In the social and economic system of the Gupta period, ‘Vishti’ referred to the practice of forced labor. The state or local landlords could demand labor from the common people, especially villagers, for various public works or personal services without providing any payment. This became a common feature of the rural economy and is often cited as an indicator of the growing feudalization of society during this era.
Q3050. Consider the following statements regarding the Estimates Committee:
I. It is the largest committee of Parliament, consisting of 30 members.
II. Its members are drawn exclusively from the Lok Sabha.
III. The chairman of the committee is invariably appointed from the ruling party.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. It is the largest committee of Parliament, consisting of 30 members.
II. Its members are drawn exclusively from the Lok Sabha.
III. The chairman of the committee is invariably appointed from the ruling party.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The Estimates Committee consists of 30 members, making it the largest parliamentary committee. All its members are elected exclusively from the Lok Sabha. By convention, the chairman is always appointed from the ruling party. This committee focuses on suggesting economies in expenditure and improvements in organization. All the provided statements regarding its size, composition, and leadership are factually correct.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 3041 | (b) Weight in kg divided by square of height in meters |
| 3042 | (c) It led to a period of political instability and a brief usurpation by Uda. |
| 3043 | (c) A-iii, B-i, C-iv, D-ii |
| 3044 | (c) It examines the reports and accounts of public undertakings and the reports of the Comptroller and Auditor General on them. |
| 3045 | (c) Houston - Space exploration and Petrochemicals |
| 3046 | (c) Cartelization among licensed traders and commission agents leading to poor price realization for farmers. |
| 3047 | (a) II, IV, III, I |
| 3048 | (b) III only |
| 3049 | (d) Forced labor exacted by the state or landlords |
| 3050 | (d) I, II and III |
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