Q4161. Which of the following features was NOT characteristic of the caste system in 18th-century Rajasthan?
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Q4162. In ancient Indian architectural treatises (Vastu Shastra), what does the term "Mandapa" signify?
Explanation
In ancient Indian temple architecture, the Mandapa is a crucial functional space. It is a large, pillared hall that leads to the inner sanctum or Garbhagriha. The Mandapa served as a venue for various public activities, including religious congregational prayers, ritual dances, and musical performances, allowing the community to participate in the spiritual life of the temple complex.
Q4163. Which of the following statements regarding the voting structure in the GST Council is incorrect?
Explanation
Voting in the GST Council is not based on a state’s population or revenue contribution. Instead, the Central Government holds one-third of the total weighted votes, and all State Governments combined hold the remaining two-thirds. This structure ensures that no decision can be taken without the support of both the Centre and a significant majority of the states, regardless of their individual size.
Q4164. Which component of anthropogenic activities provides the single largest positive contribution to global radiative forcing (warming effect) since pre-industrial times?
Explanation
Since the industrial revolution, human activities have altered the Earth’s energy balance. While various factors like methane and aerosols contribute to radiative forcing, carbon dioxide from burning fossil fuels provides the largest positive contribution. Its long atmospheric lifetime and high total emissions make it the primary driver of observed global warming. Reducing CO 2 levels is therefore the most critical priority for stabilizing the climate.
Q4165. The term ‘platform economy’ is best described as an economic system based on:
Explanation
The platform economy represents a modern economic system where digital networks play the central role in coordinating transactions. These platforms act as intermediaries, connecting buyers, sellers, and service providers in a highly efficient manner. This model differs from traditional linear businesses by leveraging technology to reduce transaction costs and create large-scale networks, as seen in sectors like transport, retail, and finance.
Q4166. The primary legal difference between a National Park and a Wildlife Sanctuary in India is:
Explanation
Both National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries are protected areas under the Wildlife Protection Act. The primary legal difference lies in the degree of restriction. In a Wildlife Sanctuary, certain human activities and rights, such as livestock grazing or collection of minor forest produce, may be permitted by the Chief Wildlife Warden. In contrast, such activities are strictly prohibited in National Parks.
Q4167. What was a significant cause of limited social mobility among the lower castes in 18th-century Rajputana?
Explanation
Limited social mobility among the lower castes in eighteenth-century Rajputana was primarily caused by the rigid enforcement of caste duties and the practice of begar. The nobility extracted forced, unpaid labor and strictly maintained traditional social boundaries. This system ensured that lower castes remained tied to their hereditary roles and provided no opportunities for economic or social advancement within the region.
Q4168. Nalanda University, a peak center for Mahayana Buddhist learning, attracted scholars from across Asia. Which renowned Chinese traveler provided a detailed account of the academic life and strict admission procedures at Nalanda?
Explanation
Hiuen Tsang, the famous seventh-century Chinese traveler, spent several years at Nalanda University as both a student and a teacher. His detailed journals provide invaluable historical insights into the university’s academic excellence, the vastness of its library, and the difficult entrance examinations that ensured only the most brilliant scholars were admitted to this prestigious international center of Buddhist learning.
Q4169. Consider the following taxes:
I. Central Excise Duty
II. State Value Added Tax (VAT)
III. Entry Tax
IV. Basic Customs Duty
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct regarding taxes that were subsumed under the Goods and Services Tax (GST)?
I. Central Excise Duty
II. State Value Added Tax (VAT)
III. Entry Tax
IV. Basic Customs Duty
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct regarding taxes that were subsumed under the Goods and Services Tax (GST)?
Explanation
Several indirect taxes were subsumed into GST to simplify the tax regime. These include Central Excise Duty, State Value Added Tax (VAT), and Entry Tax. However, Basic Customs Duty remains outside the GST framework and continues to be levied separately on imports. Subsuming these various taxes helped eliminate the cascading effect of taxation and created a more streamlined process for businesses nationwide.
Q4170. Given below are two statements, one labelled as
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): The Paris Agreement represented a shift from the rigid, top-down approach of the Kyoto Protocol to a more flexible, bottom-up approach.
Reason (R): Under the Paris Agreement, emission reduction targets (NDCs) are self-determined by each individual country based on their national circumstances.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): The Paris Agreement represented a shift from the rigid, top-down approach of the Kyoto Protocol to a more flexible, bottom-up approach.
Reason (R): Under the Paris Agreement, emission reduction targets (NDCs) are self-determined by each individual country based on their national circumstances.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
Explanation
The transition to the Paris Agreement marked a significant change in international climate policy. By moving away from the rigid targets of the Kyoto Protocol, the agreement adopted a bottom-up model. This allows each nation to determine its own contributions based on local capacity and priorities. This flexibility was essential for achieving near-universal participation, ensuring that both developed and developing countries contribute.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 4161 | (d) Unrestricted social mobility allowing peasants to become ruling elites based on wealth |
| 4162 | (d) The pillared hall preceding the sanctum for public rituals. |
| 4163 | (d) A state’s voting weightage is directly proportional to its population and GST revenue collection. |
| 4164 | (d) The atmospheric accumulation of carbon dioxide from fossil fuel combustion |
| 4165 | (d) Digital networks that coordinate transactions between buyers, sellers, and service providers |
| 4166 | (d) Rights allowed in Sanctuaries but strictly prohibited in National Parks. |
| 4167 | (a) Rigid enforcement of caste duties and begar by the nobility. |
| 4168 | (a) Hiuen Tsang (Xuanzang) |
| 4169 | (a) I, II and III only |
| 4170 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
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