Q3521. The National Air Quality Index (AQI) in India considers how many pollutants for measurement?
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Q3522. Match List-I (Obligations/Taxes) with List-II (Context) and select the correct answer.
| Obligations/Taxes | Context |
|---|---|
| A. Talwar-bandhai | i. Assessed revenue determining troop quota |
| B. Chakri | ii. Cash contribution on occasions like royal marriages |
| C. Rekh | iii. Mandatory military service to the state |
| D. Neota | iv. Succession fee paid by the new Jagirdar |
Explanation
The financial and service relationship between the state and Jagirdars was defined by several terms. Talwar-bandhai was the fee paid during succession, while Chakri represented mandatory military service. Rekh provided the assessment for troop quotas, and Neota was a customary cash contribution for special occasions like royal weddings. These mechanisms ensured the state’s military readiness and financial needs were met.
Q3523. Given below are two statements, one labelled as
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R).
Assertion (A): Rajendra I assumed the prestigious title of ‘Gangaikonda Chola’.
Reason (R): He successfully led a northern military campaign up to the river Ganga, defeating the Pala king Mahipala of Bengal.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R).
Assertion (A): Rajendra I assumed the prestigious title of ‘Gangaikonda Chola’.
Reason (R): He successfully led a northern military campaign up to the river Ganga, defeating the Pala king Mahipala of Bengal.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
Explanation
Rajendra I earned the prestigious title of Gangaikonda Chola following his ambitious military expedition to North India. His forces marched to the banks of the Ganges, defeating local rulers including the Pala king, Mahipala of Bengal. To commemorate this triumph, he established a new capital city named Gangaikonda Cholapuram and brought holy water from the Ganges to fill a massive irrigation tank, symbolizing his far-reaching authority and military success.
Q3524. Given below are two statements, one labelled as
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): Article 32 is a basic feature of the Constitution and cannot be curtailed even by an amendment.
Reason (R): Article 32 provides a guaranteed remedy for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights and is itself a Fundamental Right. In the context of the above, which one of the following is correct?
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): Article 32 is a basic feature of the Constitution and cannot be curtailed even by an amendment.
Reason (R): Article 32 provides a guaranteed remedy for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights and is itself a Fundamental Right. In the context of the above, which one of the following is correct?
Explanation
Article 32 is considered the heart and soul of the Constitution because it provides a guaranteed remedy for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights. Since it is itself a Fundamental Right, it cannot be taken away even by a constitutional amendment. The Supreme Court has affirmed that this right to move the court for constitutional remedies is an essential basic feature.
Q3525. Despite being the largest river system in the world by discharge volume, the Amazon River’s commercial significance as an inland waterway remains limited globally. What is the primary conceptual reason for this?
Explanation
While the Amazon River is naturally navigable for great distances, its commercial utility is hampered by the lack of economic development in its drainage basin. The river traverses vast, sparsely populated tropical rainforests where industrial production and large-scale consumer markets are absent. Without a productive hinterland to generate cargo and demand for imports, the waterway cannot achieve high global traffic volumes.
Q3526. Which of the following is an essential criterion for a Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) to be granted ‘Maharatna’ status?
Explanation
To be eligible for the prestigious Maharatna status, a Central Public Sector Enterprise must meet several stringent criteria. It must already hold Navratna status and be listed on the Indian stock exchange with the prescribed minimum public shareholding. Additionally, the company must have a significant global presence and meet specific financial thresholds regarding average annual net profit, net worth, and turnover.
Q3527. Which of the following is an occupational respiratory disease common among coal miners?
Explanation
Workers in certain industries face specific health risks due to the substances they inhale daily. Those employed in underground mining are often exposed to high levels of fine carbon dust. Over many years, this dust accumulates in the lungs, leading to inflammation and scarring. This chronic respiratory condition reduces lung function and is a well-known hazard associated with the extraction of coal.
Q3528. Arrange the following steps in the typical process of succession to a Jagir in chronological order:
I. Imposition of Kham (temporary state management)
II. Death of the incumbent Jagirdar
III. Payment of Hukamnama/Nazarana by the heir
IV. Issuance of a new Patta (deed) and Matmi (condolence/recognition) by the ruler
Select the correct order:
I. Imposition of Kham (temporary state management)
II. Death of the incumbent Jagirdar
III. Payment of Hukamnama/Nazarana by the heir
IV. Issuance of a new Patta (deed) and Matmi (condolence/recognition) by the ruler
Select the correct order:
Explanation
The succession process began with the death of a Jagirdar, leading to the temporary state management of the estate, known as Kham. The heir would then pay the required Hukamnama or succession fee. Finally, the ruler would issue a new Patta and hold the Matmi ceremony, formally recognizing the new Jagirdar and restoring the estate to the family’s control.
Q3529. What was the most significant geopolitical motivation behind Rajendra Chola’s unprecedented naval expedition against the Srivijaya Empire in Southeast Asia?
Explanation
The naval expedition against the Srivijaya Empire by Rajendra I was primarily driven by economic and commercial interests. Srivijaya controlled the strategic Malacca Strait, which was the main maritime route for Chola trade with China. By imposing heavy duties or obstructing passage, Srivijaya threatened Chola merchant guilds. Therefore, the Chola monarch launched a naval campaign to break this monopoly, ensure free maritime passage, and protect the lucrative overseas commercial interests.
Q3530. Match the major rivers in List I with their key geographical or transport features in List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below:
| Major River | Key Geographical/Transport Feature |
|---|---|
| A. Rhine | i. Drains into the Caspian Sea |
| B. Mississippi | ii. Connects the US Midwest to the Gulf of Mexico |
| C. Amazon | iii. Navigable by ocean-going vessels up to Manaus, but lacks industrial hinterland |
| D. Volga | iv. Terminates at the Port of Rotterdam, serving as Europe’s primary industrial artery |
Explanation
Major world rivers are characterized by their unique transport roles. The Rhine terminates at Rotterdam, serving as Europe’s industrial lifeblood. The Mississippi links the US heartland to the Gulf of Mexico for bulk exports. The Amazon is navigable up to Manaus but lacks an industrial base. Finally, the Volga is a key Russian waterway that drains into the landlocked Caspian Sea.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 3521 | (b) Eight |
| 3522 | (a) A-iv, B-iii, C-i, D-ii |
| 3523 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 3524 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 3525 | (a) It flows through sparsely populated, dense tropical rainforests with limited industrial activity. |
| 3526 | (a) It must hold Navratna status and be listed on the Indian stock exchange. |
| 3527 | (a) Pneumoconiosis (Black lung disease) |
| 3528 | (b) II, I, III, IV |
| 3529 | (b) Securing Chola trade by breaking Srivijaya’s Malacca Strait monopoly |
| 3530 | (b) A-iv, B-ii, C-iii, D-i |
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