Q4211. The intricate rock-cut Kailasanatha temple at Ellora was carved entirely out of a single rock face. Which of the following represents the most appropriate description of its construction technique?
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Q4212. Which of the following is NOT an action typically performed by the Governor acting as an agent of the Centre?
Explanation
The Governor acts as an agent of the Centre when reserving bills for the President, sending reports and ensuring compliance with constitutional directions. Presiding over joint sessions is a legislative duty of the Speaker, so B is not an agent function.
Q4213. The rapid growth of higher educational institutions without stringent quality controls often leads to which of the following effects?
Explanation
The rapid expansion of higher education institutions without proper quality control often results in a surplus of graduates who lack the specific skills required by modern industries. This gap between academic degrees and job requirements creates a significant employability challenge. Instead of increasing research output, it necessitates extensive corporate training programs to make new hires work-ready for various professional roles.
Q4214. What is the most appropriate purpose of declaring Eco-Sensitive Zones (ESZs) around National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries?
Explanation
Eco-Sensitive Zones are notified around National Parks and Sanctuaries to create a transition area between highly protected habitats and areas with intensive human activity. These zones act as "shock absorbers" by regulating certain activities to minimize the negative impact of development on the core ecosystem. They help maintain ecological stability without requiring the total relocation of all local human populations nearby.
Q4215. In the agrarian system of 18th and 19th-century Rajasthan, land directly managed by the state and whose revenue went to the central treasury was known as:
Explanation
In the agrarian structure of Rajasthan, Khalsa land referred to territories directly managed by the state administration. The revenue collected from these lands went straight to the central treasury of the ruler. This distinguished Khalsa land from Jagir land, where revenue was granted to nobles in exchange for military service, or Sasan land, which was granted for religious or charitable purposes.
Q4216. Read the following statements regarding the appointment of the Governor and select the correct option:
Statement I: The Sarkaria Commission recommended that the Governor should be an eminent person from outside the state to ensure impartiality.
Statement II: The Constitution mandates that the Chief Minister of the concerned state must be legally consulted before the appointment of a Governor.
Statement I: The Sarkaria Commission recommended that the Governor should be an eminent person from outside the state to ensure impartiality.
Statement II: The Constitution mandates that the Chief Minister of the concerned state must be legally consulted before the appointment of a Governor.
Explanation
The Sarkaria Commission recommended that the Governor should be an eminent person from outside the State, so Statement I is correct. The Constitution does not require consulting the Chief Minister, though it is the convention, so Statement II is incorrect.
Q4217. The Desert National Park in Rajasthan is famous for harboring a significant population of which critically endangered state bird?
Explanation
Desert National Park, located in the Jaisalmer and Barmer districts, is one of the last strongholds of the Great Indian Bustard. Locally known as Godawan, this critically endangered bird is the state bird of Rajasthan. The park’s vast grasslands and scrublands provide the essential habitat required for the survival and breeding of this majestic and highly threatened species in western India.
Q4218. Consider the following definitions regarding agrarian taxes and practices prevalent in Rajasthan:
I. Lata - Division of harvested grain piles between the state and the cultivator.
II. Batai - Division of harvested grain between the state/jagirdar and the cultivator.
III. Begar - Forced, unpaid labor extracted by the jagirdars.
IV. Lag-bag - Arbitrary cesses levied on various pretexts (e.g., marriage, birth).
Which of the above correctly defines the terms?
I. Lata - Division of harvested grain piles between the state and the cultivator.
II. Batai - Division of harvested grain between the state/jagirdar and the cultivator.
III. Begar - Forced, unpaid labor extracted by the jagirdars.
IV. Lag-bag - Arbitrary cesses levied on various pretexts (e.g., marriage, birth).
Which of the above correctly defines the terms?
Explanation
The agrarian system included various terms: ‘Lata’ and ‘Batai’ referred to the division of harvested grain between the state and cultivators. ‘Begar’ was the practice of extracting forced, unpaid labor, while ‘Lag-bag’ denoted arbitrary taxes levied for various social occasions. Together, these terms reflect the complex and often exploitative system of revenue collection and labor extraction in traditional Rajputana.
Q4219. The landmark Supreme Court judgement in the S. R. Bommai case (1994) primarily dealt with preventing the misuse of which constitutional provision?
Explanation
The S. R. Bommai case (1994) laid down guidelines to prevent the misuse of Article 356, the provision for President’s Rule, and made proclamations subject to judicial review.
Q4220. Read the following features of India’s services exports:
I. Software services constitute the largest component.
II. Export of travel and tourism services is highly vulnerable to global pandemics.
III. India holds a higher share in global services exports compared to its share in global merchandise exports.
IV. Professional and management consulting services are rapidly growing components.
V. India imports more software services than it exports.
Which of the above statements are correct?
I. Software services constitute the largest component.
II. Export of travel and tourism services is highly vulnerable to global pandemics.
III. India holds a higher share in global services exports compared to its share in global merchandise exports.
IV. Professional and management consulting services are rapidly growing components.
V. India imports more software services than it exports.
Which of the above statements are correct?
Explanation
India’s services exports are characterized by the dominance of software services and the growth of professional consulting. These exports are vulnerable to global shocks, as seen with travel during the pandemic. Notably, India holds a larger share in global services exports compared to its merchandise share.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 4211 | (b) It was excavated top-downwards from the roof to the base. |
| 4212 | (b) Presiding over joint sessions to facilitate State budgets. |
| 4213 | (b) A surplus of graduates lacking industry- relevant skills |
| 4214 | (b) A transition zone acting as a ‘shock absorber’ for protected areas. |
| 4215 | (b) Khalsa |
| 4216 | (a) Statement I is correct and Statement II is incorrect |
| 4217 | (b) Great Indian Bustard (Godawan) |
| 4218 | (d) I, II, III, and IV |
| 4219 | (a) Article 356 (President’s Rule) |
| 4220 | (b) I, II, III and IV |
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