Q3071. In the adaptive immune system, antibodies are primarily produced by:
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Q3072. Match List I: (Mughal Emperor) with List II: (Rajput Ruler who served as a prominent general/ally) and select the correct answer.
| Mughal Emperor | Rajput Ruler who served as a prominent general/ally |
|---|---|
| A. Akbar | i. Mirza Raja Jai Singh (early campaigns) |
| B. Shah Jahan | ii. Raja Man Singh |
| C. Aurangzeb | iii. Maharaja Jaswant Singh (initial part of reign) |
| D. Jahangir | iv. Raja Sur Singh of Marwar |
Explanation
Rajput rulers played vital roles as generals and allies under different Mughal emperors.
Q3073. Which of the following statements provides the best understanding of the religious atmosphere during Harsha’s reign?
Explanation
Harshavardhana’s religious policy was characterized by broad tolerance. Although he was a devotee of Shiva and Surya in his early years, he became a great patron of Mahayana Buddhism later in life, influenced by Xuanzang. However, he never imposed his personal faith on his subjects and continued to support Brahmanas and other sects, maintaining a balanced and peaceful religious atmosphere throughout his vast northern Indian empire.
Q3074. Consider the following statements regarding the Financial Committees of Parliament:
I. The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) examines public expenditure not only from a legal and formal point of view but also from the point of view of economy and prudence.
II. The PAC has 15 members from the Lok Sabha and 7 from the Rajya Sabha.
III. A minister cannot be elected as a member of the PAC or the Estimates Committee.
IV. The Chairman of the PAC is conventionally selected from the Opposition since 1967.
V. The Estimates Committee suggests alternative policies in order to bring about efficiency and economy in administration.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
I. The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) examines public expenditure not only from a legal and formal point of view but also from the point of view of economy and prudence.
II. The PAC has 15 members from the Lok Sabha and 7 from the Rajya Sabha.
III. A minister cannot be elected as a member of the PAC or the Estimates Committee.
IV. The Chairman of the PAC is conventionally selected from the Opposition since 1967.
V. The Estimates Committee suggests alternative policies in order to bring about efficiency and economy in administration.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
Explanation
The provided statements regarding financial committees are all accurate. The PAC examines expenditure for economy and has 22 members. Ministers are excluded from both the PAC and the Estimates Committee. The PAC chair is conventionally from the Opposition. The Estimates Committee suggests alternative policies for efficiency. Since all these descriptions are factually sound, none of them can be considered incorrect.
Q3075. Which ocean’s coastal ports does the North-eastern USA industrial region primarily utilize to facilitate massive international trade and exports?
Explanation
The North-eastern USA industrial region relies heavily on its ports along the Atlantic Ocean to facilitate international trade. Cities like New York, Boston, and Baltimore have historically served as vital gateways for importing raw materials and exporting manufactured goods to Europe and beyond. This Atlantic orientation was foundational to the region’s economic development and its role in the global maritime trade network.
Q3076. Which of the following best defines the structure of e-NAM?
Explanation
e-NAM is not a physical marketplace but a pan-India electronic trading portal. It functions by networking existing APMC mandis across various states to create a unified national market for agricultural commodities. By providing a virtual platform for buyers and sellers, it helps in overcoming the geographical barriers of traditional physical trading and promotes more transparent price discovery nationwide.
Q3077. Which of the following best describes the concept of "Herd Immunity"?
Explanation
Herd immunity, also known as community immunity, occurs when a large proportion of a population becomes immune to a specific infectious disease, either through vaccination or previous infection. This high level of immunity makes it difficult for the pathogen to spread, thereby providing indirect protection to those who are not immune, such as infants or individuals with weakened immune systems.
Q3078. Read the following statements and select the correct option.
Statement I: Upon the death of Maharaja Jaswant Singh, Aurangzeb immediately recognized his infant son Ajit Singh as the legitimate ruler of Marwar.
Statement II: Aurangzeb brought Marwar under ‘Khalisa’ (direct crown land) administration, triggering the Rathore rebellion.
Statement I: Upon the death of Maharaja Jaswant Singh, Aurangzeb immediately recognized his infant son Ajit Singh as the legitimate ruler of Marwar.
Statement II: Aurangzeb brought Marwar under ‘Khalisa’ (direct crown land) administration, triggering the Rathore rebellion.
Explanation
Following the death of Maharaja Jaswant Singh in 1678, Aurangzeb refused to recognize his infant son Ajit Singh as the ruler of Marwar. Instead, he placed the state under ‘Khalisa’ administration, meaning it was directly controlled by the Mughal crown. This provocative move was a primary cause of the long-standing Rathore rebellion, as the local nobility fought to restore their dynasty.
Q3079. Which of the following is an incorrect statement about the status of women during the Gupta period?
Explanation
During the Gupta period, the status of women showed mixed trends. While upper-class women were educated and there were instances of women in administration, they did not enjoy absolute equality in property rights. Legal texts generally limited their inheritance to ‘Stridhana’ (movable property given at marriage). The period also saw the first recorded instance of Sati and a general trend toward earlier marriages for girls, indicating a decline in social freedom.
Q3080. Identify the incorrect statement regarding the limitations of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC).
Explanation
The Public Accounts Committee has specific limitations in its oversight role. It functions as a post-mortem body, reviewing expenditure after it has occurred, and its advice is not binding. It is also not an executive entity. Crucially, the committee does not have the authority to intervene in matters of day-to-day administration, which remain the responsibility of the executive departments.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 3071 | (d) B-lymphocytes |
| 3072 | (a) A-ii, B-i, C-iii, D-iv |
| 3073 | (a) He patronized Buddhism in his later years while maintaining tolerance towards Hinduism and Jainism. |
| 3074 | (b) None of the above (all are correct) |
| 3075 | (a) Atlantic Ocean |
| 3076 | (a) It is a pan-India electronic trading portal that networks existing APMC mandis to create a unified national market. |
| 3077 | (a) Protection occurring when a large group is immune |
| 3078 | (b) Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct. |
| 3079 | (c) Women enjoyed absolute equality in property rights and inheritance identical to men. |
| 3080 | (c) It has the power to intervene in the questions of day-to-day administration. |
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