9,654 RAS Prelims practice MCQs with the correct answer and a clear explanation for each. Filter by subject and chapter.
Practice questions based on the RPSC RAS Prelims syllabus. They follow the exam pattern but are not past-paper questions.
Showing 4201–4210 of 9654 questions
Browse by subject
RAS PrelimsAncient Indian History · Ancient Indian Art, Architecture and Science
Q4201. Arrange the following ancient Indian scholars in chronological order of their primary contributions. I. Aryabhata II. Charaka III. Bhaskaracharya IV. Brahmagupta Select the correct order from the options given below.
Explanation
The intellectual history of ancient India follows a chronological path starting with the medical contributions of Charaka in the early centuries CE. This was followed by the groundbreaking mathematical and astronomical work of Aryabhata in the late fifth century. Brahmagupta furthered these sciences in the seventh century, while Bhaskaracharya represented the later medieval peak of Indian mathematical and astronomical scholarship.
RAS PrelimsIndian Polity and Governance · Union-State Relations
Q4202. Which of the following represents the correct sequence of actions when a State Legislature passes a Bill that the Governor decides to reserve for the President under Article 200?
Explanation
When a Governor reserves a bill, the President can either give assent, withhold it, or direct the bill to be returned for reconsideration.
RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Service Sector: Role, Challenges and Opportunities
Q4203. Read the following statements regarding the tourism sector’s economic impact: Statement I: Tourism provides significant indirect employment in sectors like transport, handicrafts, and agriculture. Statement II: The tourism sector requires extremely high capital investment per job created compared to heavy manufacturing. Select the correct response:
Explanation
Tourism is a vital economic driver that provides significant indirect employment across various sectors, including handicrafts, transport, and agriculture. Unlike heavy manufacturing, which requires massive capital investment for every job created, tourism is a labor-intensive sector that can generate high employment with relatively lower capital. This makes it an ideal industry for supporting inclusive growth and providing diverse livelihoods.
RAS PrelimsHealth, Environment and Agriculture · Biodiversity, Conservation and Sustainable Development
Q4204. The following question consists of two statements, Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Select the correct answer from the options given below: Assertion (A): Conservation Reserves act as buffer zones or migration corridors between established national parks and sanctuaries. Reason (R): They are typically declared on government-owned land adjacent to national parks and sanctuaries to enhance landscape-level conservation.
Explanation
Conservation Reserves are established on government-owned land, particularly in areas adjacent to National Parks and Sanctuaries. These reserves are designed to act as vital buffer zones or migratory corridors, enhancing conservation at the landscape level. Because they provide connectivity between established protected areas, the reasoning accurately explains the strategic ecological purpose of declaring these specific regions as Conservation Reserves today.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Rajasthan in the 18th and 19th Centuries
Q4205. Identify the incorrect statement regarding the status of women in 19th-century Rajasthan.
Explanation
In nineteenth-century Rajasthan, the purdah system was common among upper-class families, and child marriage was widespread across castes. However, formal education for women was not widespread or state-sponsored in villages. Women in peasant and tribal communities had more mobility due to their economic roles in agriculture, but general educational opportunities for women remained extremely limited during this historical period.
RAS PrelimsAncient Indian History · Ancient Indian Art, Architecture and Science
Q4206. Which of the following features is not a characteristic of the Amaravati school of art?
Explanation
The Amaravati school of art is renowned for its vibrant and dynamic aesthetic. Unlike some other traditions that emphasized static, meditative poses, Amaravati sculptures are characterized by intense movement, crowded compositions, and figures shown in various naturalistic and expressive postures. This school focused on vivid narrative storytelling, frequently depicting scenes of royal life, processions, and everyday activities alongside religious themes.
RAS PrelimsIndian Polity and Governance · Union-State Relations
Q4207. When a Governor sends a report to the President recommending the invocation of Article 356, the Governor is expected to base this report on:
Explanation
The Governor’s report under Article 356 is based on the Governor’s satisfaction that the government of the State cannot be carried on in accordance with the provisions of the Constitution.
RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Service Sector: Role, Challenges and Opportunities
Q4208. Which financial entity acts as the primary regulator for the capital markets in India?
Explanation
The Securities and Exchange Board of India serves as the primary regulatory authority for the country’s capital markets. Its main responsibilities include protecting the interests of investors, promoting the development of the securities market, and regulating the activities of various market intermediaries. By ensuring transparency and fair play, it helps maintain investor confidence and facilitates the efficient flow of capital.
RAS PrelimsHealth, Environment and Agriculture · Biodiversity, Conservation and Sustainable Development
Q4209. All of the following are recognized Biosphere Reserves in India, EXCEPT:
Explanation
India has identified eighteen biosphere reserves, including Cold Desert, Seshachalam Hills, and Achanakmar-Amarkantak. While Chilika Lake is a highly significant wetland, a Ramsar site, and a major biodiversity hotspot, it is not officially notified as one of the eighteen Biosphere Reserves under the national program. It is primarily managed as a wetland ecosystem rather than a multi-zoned biosphere reserve under MAB.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Rajasthan in the 18th and 19th Centuries
Q4210. The ‘Dakan Pratha’ (Witch-hunting), which was officially banned by Maharana Swaroop Singh of Mewar in 1853, primarily victimized women of which communities?
Explanation
The ‘Dakan Pratha’ or witch-hunting primarily victimized women from the Bhil and Meena tribal communities. This practice was based on local superstitions where women were accused of witchcraft and subjected to severe violence. Maharana Swaroop Singh of Mewar officially banned this practice in 1853, largely due to the persistent efforts and pressure from British officials stationed in tribal regions.
Answer key for these questions
Q
Correct answer
4201
(a) II, I, IV, III
4202
(b) Governor reserves Bill President directs Governor to return it State Legislature reconsiders within 6 months President is not bound to give assent upon representing.
4203
(c) Statement I is correct, but Statement II is incorrect.
4204
(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
4205
(a) Formal education for women was widespread and state-sponsored in every village.
4206
(a) Exclusive use of spiritual, meditative poses with completely static figures.
4207
(a) Satisfaction that State governance violates the Constitution.
4208
(a) Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)
4209
(a) Chilika Lake
4210
(b) Bhil and Meena tribal communities
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on RAS Prelims?
This page has 9654 practice MCQs on the RAS Prelims syllabus. Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
How should I practise MCQs for RAS Prelims?
Attempt each question first, then open the answer and read the explanation. Practise one chapter at a time, note the facts you got wrong and revise them. Repeat the chapter after a few days.
Are these actual RAS Prelims past-paper questions?
No. These are practice questions written for the RAS Prelims syllabus. They follow the pattern the exam uses: factual questions, statement-based questions, match-the-list and assertion-reason.
