Q3551. If a dispute arose regarding the maintenance and water distribution of an irrigation tank in a Brahmadeya village during the Chola period, which specific administrative body would most likely adjudicate it?
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Q3552. What is the primary reason the Suez Canal was constructed as a sea-level canal without the use of a lock system?
Explanation
The Suez Canal was constructed as a sea-level canal because the topography of the Isthmus of Suez is remarkably low and flat. Furthermore, the water levels of the Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea are nearly identical. These geographical factors eliminated the engineering necessity for a complex lock system, allowing for the creation of a continuous, open waterway for global shipping.
Q3553. Which of the following states is NOT covered under the geographical influence area of the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC)?
Explanation
The Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor passes through a specific alignment covering six major states: Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, and Maharashtra. These states fall within the geographical influence area of the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor. Bihar is not part of the DMIC’s influence zone as it is located in the eastern part of India, along the alignment of the Eastern Corridor.
Q3554. Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) is a measure of:
Explanation
Scientists use a specific test to determine the level of organic pollution in a water sample. This measure quantifies the amount of dissolved oxygen required by microorganisms to break down the organic material present over a set period. A high value indicates that the water is heavily contaminated with waste, as more oxygen is needed for the bacteria to complete the decomposition.
Q3555. The system of land measurement in medieval Rajasthan that utilized a measuring rope or chain was locally known as:
Explanation
In the medieval revenue administration of Rajasthan, Dori was the term used for the method of measuring land with a rope or chain. This practice was necessary for applying the Zabti system, where revenue was calculated based on the area of land under cultivation. Standardized measurement helped in creating more accurate revenue records and ensuring a consistent demand from the peasants.
Q3556. Which of the following statements correctly highlights the historical significance of the Uttaramerur inscriptions issued during the reign of Parantaka I?
Explanation
The Uttaramerur inscriptions, issued during the reign of Parantaka I, are exceptionally important for understanding Chola local governance. They provide a detailed manual on how the village Sabha was organized, specifically outlining the strict qualifications required for candidates, the disqualification criteria, and the precise procedure for the lottery-based election of committee members. These records offer unique historical evidence of highly organized and participatory local administration in early medieval South India.
Q3557. Match the major canals in List I with the water bodies they connect in List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below:
| Major Canal | Water Bodies Connected |
|---|---|
| A. Suez Canal | i. Atlantic Ocean and Pacific Ocean |
| B. Panama Canal | ii. Mediterranean Sea and Red Sea |
| C. Kiel Canal | iii. Gulf of Corinth and Saronic Gulf |
| D. Corinth Canal | iv. North Sea and Baltic Sea |
Explanation
Strategic canals serve as vital links between major water bodies. The Suez Canal connects the Mediterranean and Red Seas, while the Panama Canal links the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. In Europe, the Kiel Canal joins the North and Baltic Seas. Additionally, the Corinth Canal in Greece provides a narrow passage between the Gulf of Corinth and the Saronic Gulf.
Q3558. The PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan primarily aims to achieve which of the following objectives?
Explanation
PM Gati Shakti is a National Master Plan for multi-modal connectivity aimed at transforming India’s infrastructure landscape. Its primary objective is to ensure synchronized planning and integrated implementation of infrastructure projects across different ministries and departments. By breaking down silos in governance, the plan seeks to reduce logistics costs, improve supply chain efficiency, and provide seamless movement of people and goods.
Q3559. Minamata disease is a neurological syndrome caused by severe poisoning of:
Explanation
A severe neurological condition first discovered in a coastal Japanese town was linked to the industrial discharge of a toxic heavy metal into the local bay. The chemical transformed into an organic form that accumulated in fish and shellfish. People who consumed the contaminated seafood suffered from symptoms like loss of coordination and muscle weakness, illustrating the dangers of mercury in the environment.
Q3560. Given below are two statements, one labeled as
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): The state often preferred the ‘Kunta’ (estimation of standing crop) system over actual weighing, while peasants frequently opposed it.
Reason (R): Kunta relied on visual estimation by state officials, which often led to over-assessment and corruption, working to the disadvantage of the cultivator. In the context of the above statements, which one of the following is correct?
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): The state often preferred the ‘Kunta’ (estimation of standing crop) system over actual weighing, while peasants frequently opposed it.
Reason (R): Kunta relied on visual estimation by state officials, which often led to over-assessment and corruption, working to the disadvantage of the cultivator. In the context of the above statements, which one of the following is correct?
Explanation
The Kunta system involved a visual estimation of the standing crop’s yield, which state officials often preferred because it was quick.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 3551 | (c) The Eri-variyam |
| 3552 | (c) The terrain is flat and sea levels are approximately equal. |
| 3553 | (c) Bihar |
| 3554 | (c) Oxygen needed by bacteria for decomposition |
| 3555 | (b) Dori |
| 3556 | (b) Rules and qualifications for the election of members to the village Sabha |
| 3557 | (b) A-ii, B-i, C-iv, D-iii |
| 3558 | (b) Synchronized planning of multimodal connectivity infrastructure. |
| 3559 | (b) Methylmercury |
| 3560 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
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