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RAS PrelimsWorld Geography · World Transport Network
Q3341. Consider the following statements regarding the significance of global road networks: I. They act as essential feeder networks for railways and major seaports. II. They are the most dominant mode of transport for international transoceanic trade. III. They facilitate the integration of remote rural areas into the mainstream economy. Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Explanation
Road networks play a critical role as feeder systems that collect cargo and passengers for larger hubs like railway stations and seaports. They are essential for rural integration, providing the only means of connecting remote villages to the broader national economy. While vital for land-based transit, they do not dominate transoceanic trade, which is the primary domain of maritime transport.
RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Industrial Growth, Policy Reforms and LPG
Q3342. Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R). Assertion (A): The Licence Raj system in India led to widespread corruption and rent-seeking behavior by industrialists. Reason (R): Entrepreneurs spent more time and resources managing government bureaucrats to secure licenses rather than improving product quality and market competitiveness. Which of the following is correct?
Explanation
The Licence Raj created an environment where government permits were scarce and valuable resources. This led to rent-seeking behavior, where industrialists focused on lobbying bureaucrats rather than improving efficiency. Consequently, substantial time and capital were diverted from innovation and quality improvement toward navigating complex administrative hurdles. This structural inefficiency was a primary driver of widespread corruption and stagnant competitiveness.
RAS PrelimsHealth, Environment and Agriculture · Environmental and Ecological Changes and Impact Assessment
Q3343. Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R): Assertion (A): Energy flow in an ecosystem is always strictly unidirectional. Reason (R): Energy captured by autotrophs does not revert back to solar input.
Explanation
Energy enters an ecosystem primarily through sunlight, which is captured by plants during photosynthesis. This energy then moves through successive trophic levels as organisms consume one another. Since thermodynamic laws dictate that energy is lost as heat at every transfer, it cannot return to the sun. Therefore, the movement of energy remains a one-way path from producers to top consumers.
RAS PrelimsAncient Indian History · South Indian Dynasties
Q3344. Among the four rock-cut caves at Badami, which cave is the largest and contains intricately carved reliefs dedicated to Lord Vishnu?
Explanation
Cave 3 is the largest and most ornate among the four rock-cut caves at Badami. It is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and contains exceptionally detailed carvings of his various incarnations, such as Varaha and Narasimha. This cave was commissioned by Mangalesha in 578 CE and is celebrated for its massive proportions, intricate ceiling panels, and high level of artistic craftsmanship in sandstone.
RAS PrelimsIndian Polity and Governance · Union Judiciary: Supreme Court and Judicial Review
Q3345. In the context of the Supreme Court of India, what does the term ‘Ad hoc Judge’ refer to?
Explanation
Under Article 127, an ad hoc judge is a High Court judge appointed temporarily to the Supreme Court when there is no quorum of judges available. The Chief Justice does so with the previous consent of the President.
RAS PrelimsWorld Geography · World Transport Network
Q3346. Consider the following statements: Statement I: Road transport is economically superior to railway transport for short-distance freight movement. Statement II: Road transport incurs lower initial terminal costs and handling charges compared to railways. Which of the following is correct?
Explanation
Road transport is economically superior for short-distance freight because it avoids the heavy terminal costs associated with railway yards. Loading and unloading processes are simpler and more direct, leading to lower handling charges for small shipments. These reduced initial overheads make trucks more cost-effective than trains when the travel distance does not allow the railway’s volume efficiency to offset its fixed costs.
RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Industrial Growth, Policy Reforms and LPG
Q3347. In the context of the pre-1991 industrial regime, what was the primary objective of the MRTP Act, 1969?
Explanation
The Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices Act of 1969 was enacted to ensure that the operation of the economic system did not result in the concentration of wealth. It aimed to prohibit monopolistic and restrictive trade practices that were prejudicial to public interest. Large companies with assets above a certain threshold required special approval for expansion to prevent market dominance.
RAS PrelimsAncient Indian History · South Indian Dynasties
Q3348. An archaeologist observing an early medieval structural temple characterized by an apsidal floor plan, an ambulatory passage, and early experimentation with a northern-style Shikhara would most likely be studying which site?
Explanation
The Durga temple at Aihole is an exceptional example of early experimental architecture. It is characterized by an unusual apsidal or semi-circular floor plan that mimics the design of Buddhist chaitya halls. The structure includes a perambulatory passage around the sanctum and features one of the earliest instances of a northern-style shikhara, marking a transition toward more complex structural temple designs.
RAS PrelimsIndian Polity and Governance · Union Judiciary: Supreme Court and Judicial Review
Q3349. Consider the following statements regarding the Original Jurisdiction of the Supreme Court: I. It extends to disputes between the Government of India and one or more States. II. It includes disputes arising out of any pre- Constitution treaty or agreement. III. It covers inter-state water disputes under the Inter-State Water Disputes Act. Which of the above statements are incorrect?
Explanation
Original jurisdiction excludes disputes arising from pre-Constitution treaties or agreements and instruments that explicitly bar such jurisdiction. Furthermore, inter-state water disputes are handled under specific legislative acts and are excluded from the Supreme Court’s original jurisdiction under Article 131. Only disputes between the Union and States or between different States fall within this exclusive constitutional category of original jurisdiction.
RAS PrelimsWorld Geography · World Transport Network
Q3350. Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R): Assertion (A): Road transport networks in developing nations frequently experience disruptions during the monsoon season. Reason (R): A large percentage of the road network in developing nations consists of unsurfaced or unmetalled roads which are highly susceptible to weather damage. Select the correct answer from the options given below:
Explanation
Many developing nations rely heavily on unsurfaced or unmetalled roads, especially in rural areas. These roads lack the durable paving required to withstand heavy precipitation, making them susceptible to erosion and waterlogging during monsoon seasons. Consequently, transport networks frequently face significant disruptions, as the physical condition of the road surface deteriorates rapidly under the influence of extreme weather and poor drainage.
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Correct answer
3341
(c) I and III only
3342
(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
3343
(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
3344
(c) Cave 3
3345
(c) A High Court judge temporarily appointed to the Supreme Court due to lack of quorum.
3346
(a) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct and Statement II explains Statement I.
3347
(c) To prevent the concentration of economic power to the common detriment
3348
(a) Durga Temple, Aihole
3349
(b) II and III only
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(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
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