Q3311. Which among the following is not classified as an abiotic component of an ecosystem?
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Q3312. Match List-I (Central Officials) with List-II (Their Primary Duties) and select the correct answer using the codes given below.
| Central Officials | Primary Duties |
|---|---|
| A. Pradhan | i. Head of the military department and paymaster |
| B. Diwan | ii. In-charge of the state treasury |
| C. Mir Bakhshi | iii. Chief Minister or premier noble of the state |
| D. Khazanchi | iv. Head of the finance and revenue department |
Explanation
The administrative framework comprised specific officials with clearly defined roles. The Pradhan acted as the chief minister or premier noble, while the Diwan headed finance and revenue. Military affairs were managed by the Mir Bakhshi, who served as the paymaster. The Khazanchi ensured the security and management of the state treasury and its financial resources.
Q3313. Consider the following statements regarding the Chalukya ruler Pulakesi II:
I. His military achievements are detailed in the Aihole inscription composed by Ravikirti.
II. He successfully defeated the Pallava king Narasimhavarman I and captured Kanchipuram.
III. He sent a diplomatic embassy to the court of the Persian king Khusrau II.
Which of the above combinations of statements is correct?
I. His military achievements are detailed in the Aihole inscription composed by Ravikirti.
II. He successfully defeated the Pallava king Narasimhavarman I and captured Kanchipuram.
III. He sent a diplomatic embassy to the court of the Persian king Khusrau II.
Which of the above combinations of statements is correct?
Explanation
Pulakesi II is celebrated for his extensive military conquests, which are recorded in the Aihole inscription by his court poet Ravikirti. He also established international relations by sending a diplomatic mission to the Persian King Khusrau II. While he fought the Pallavas, he was ultimately defeated and killed by Narasimhavarman I, who subsequently captured the capital, Vatapi.
Q3314. Given below are two statements regarding the qualifications required to be appointed as a judge of the Supreme Court of India:
Statement I: The person must have been a judge of a High Court for at least five years.
Statement II: The Constitution of India has prescribed a minimum age of 35 years for appointment as a judge of the Supreme Court.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Statement I: The person must have been a judge of a High Court for at least five years.
Statement II: The Constitution of India has prescribed a minimum age of 35 years for appointment as a judge of the Supreme Court.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Explanation
A person must have been a judge of a High Court for at least five years or an advocate for ten years to be appointed to the Supreme Court. However, the Constitution does not prescribe a minimum age for such an appointment. Only a maximum age of sixty-five years is specified for retirement from the judicial service.
Q3315. Which of the following transport modes offers the highest flexibility and provides door-to-door service over short distances?
Explanation
Road transport offers unmatched flexibility among all modes because it can traverse varied terrains and reach specific individual locations. Unlike railways or waterways that require fixed stations or ports, vehicles can travel directly from the point of origin to the final destination. This door-to-door capability makes it the most efficient and convenient choice for short-distance freight and passenger movement.
Q3316. What was the primary focus of the Industrial Policy Statement of 1977 introduced by the Janata government?
Explanation
The Industrial Policy Statement of 1977, introduced by the Janata government, shifted the emphasis from heavy industries toward decentralization. Its primary focus was the promotion of cottage and small-scale industries to generate large-scale employment and rural development. This policy introduced the concept of District Industries Centres to provide all necessary support services to small entrepreneurs under one single roof.
Q3317. What is an ecotone in the context of ecosystems?
Explanation
An ecotone serves as a boundary or transition area where two different biological communities meet and integrate. This zone often contains species from both adjacent ecosystems and may even support unique organisms not found in either. Because it acts as a bridge between diverse habitats, it usually exhibits high biodiversity and distinct environmental conditions compared to the surrounding major biomes.
Q3318. Regarding the central administrative structure, what was the primary function of the ‘Darbar-i-Aam’?
Explanation
The Darbar-i-Aam served as a vital institution for public communication and grievance redressal in the medieval Rajput administration. It was a formal public audience hall where common subjects could directly present their petitions and complaints to the ruler. This practice ensured a degree of accessibility and transparency, allowing the monarch to oversee local justice.
Q3319. Consider the following two statements regarding the Chalukyas:
Statement I: The initial capital of the early Chalukyas was located at Aihole before it was moved to Vatapi.
Statement II: Pulakesi I is generally considered the real founder of the Chalukyan dynasty of Vatapi.
Which of the following is correct?
Statement I: The initial capital of the early Chalukyas was located at Aihole before it was moved to Vatapi.
Statement II: Pulakesi I is generally considered the real founder of the Chalukyan dynasty of Vatapi.
Which of the following is correct?
Explanation
The early Chalukyas initially established their political center at Aihole, which served as a significant commercial and religious hub before the capital was shifted to Vatapi. Pulakesi I is recognized as the dynasty’s real founder because he fortified the hill at Vatapi and performed Vedic sacrifices to assert his independent sovereignty, marking the formal beginning of their power.
Q3320. Match List I with List II:
Choose the correct code:
| Constitutional Article | Provision |
|---|---|
| A. Article 124 | i. Original Jurisdiction of the Supreme Court |
| B. Article 129 | ii. Power of President to consult Supreme Court |
| C. Article 131 | iii. Establishment and Constitution of Supreme Court |
| D. Article 143 | iv. Supreme Court to be a court of record |
Explanation
Article 124 provides for the establishment and constitution of the Supreme Court. Article 129 designates it as a court of record with power to punish for contempt. Article 131 outlines its original jurisdiction over federal disputes. Article 143 empowers the President to consult the Supreme Court on questions of law or fact of public importance for advice.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 3311 | (a) Decomposers |
| 3312 | (a) A-iii, B-iv, C-i, D-ii |
| 3313 | (c) Only I and III |
| 3314 | (c) Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect |
| 3315 | (c) Road transport |
| 3316 | (c) Promotion of small-scale, cottage, and village industries |
| 3317 | (c) A zone of transition between diverse ecosystems |
| 3318 | (d) It was the public audience hall where the ruler heard grievances of the common people |
| 3319 | (a) Both Statement I and Statement II are true |
| 3320 | (a) A-iii, B-iv, C-i, D-ii |
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