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RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Rajasthan in the 18th and 19th Centuries
Q4231. Consider the following statements regarding the impact of British-inspired land revenue settlements on the peasants of Rajasthan: Statement I: The introduction of cash-based revenue settlements provided immense relief to the peasants and reduced their dependency on moneylenders. Statement II: Rigid demand for revenue in cash, even during famine years, drove peasants deep into debt and alienation of their lands.
Explanation
British-inspired land revenue settlements did not provide relief to peasants. While they introduced cash payments, this requirement proved difficult during famine years. Rigid cash demands forced peasants to borrow from moneylenders at high interest rates, leading to chronic debt and the eventual alienation of land. The transition to a cash economy primarily benefited the state revenue at the expense of the peasantry.
RAS PrelimsIndian Polity and Governance · Union-State Relations
Q4232. Which of the following statements regarding the maximum duration of President’s Rule under Article 356 is incorrect?
Explanation
President’s Rule must be approved by Parliament within two months and can last six months at a time, up to three years in all, with extension beyond one year only in specific conditions. It cannot be extended indefinitely up to ten years by a simple resolution, so B is incorrect.
RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Service Sector: Role, Challenges and Opportunities
Q4233. Which sub-sector within the broader service sector witnessed the highest contraction during the initial lockdown phase of the COVID-19 pandemic in India?
Explanation
During the initial phase of the COVID-19 pandemic, the sub-sector comprising trade, hotels, transport, and communication experienced the most severe contraction. These activities rely heavily on physical proximity and mobility, which were strictly restricted during lockdowns. While information technology services remained resilient due to remote work, contact-intensive services suffered a sharp decline in revenue and activity due to necessary public health measures.
RAS PrelimsHealth, Environment and Agriculture · Biodiversity, Conservation and Sustainable Development
Q4234. Which type of vegetation is most dominant in the Desert National Park of Rajasthan?
Explanation
The Desert National Park is situated within the Thar Desert and experiences extreme arid conditions. Consequently, the dominant vegetation consists of tropical thorn forests and scrublands. These ecosystems are characterized by drought-resistant species like Khejri, Rohida, and various grasses. This vegetation is perfectly adapted to the low rainfall and high temperatures of the western Rajasthan landscape, supporting specialized desert wildlife.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Rajasthan in the 18th and 19th Centuries
Q4235. Which of the following is considered the most appropriate reason for the severe peasant distress in 19th-century Rajasthan?
Explanation
Severe peasant distress in nineteenth-century Rajasthan resulted from dual exploitation. On one hand, the state and jagirdars demanded exorbitant land revenue and numerous cesses. On the other hand, to meet these demands, peasants were forced to take high-interest loans from Mahajans. This cycle of debt and heavy taxation, combined with frequent droughts, created a state of constant agrarian crisis.
RAS PrelimsIndian Polity and Governance · Union-State Relations
Q4236. The following question consists of two statements -- Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Answer the question by selecting the appropriate option: Assertion (A): The Proclamation of President’s Rule under Article 356 is subject to judicial review. Reason (R): The Supreme Court in the Bommai case ruled that if the presidential proclamation is based on mala fide or irrelevant grounds, the court can strike it down and restore the dismissed state government.
Explanation
The imposition of President’s Rule is not beyond the reach of the courts. In the Bommai case, the Supreme Court established that the proclamation is subject to judicial review to prevent mala fide use of power. If the court finds the grounds for dismissal irrelevant or based on political whim, it has the authority to strike down the proclamation and restore the ousted state government.
RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Service Sector: Role, Challenges and Opportunities
Q4237. A foreign software company opening a subsidiary in Bangalore to provide IT support to its global clients is an example of which GATS mode of supply?
Explanation
Under the GATS framework, when a foreign company establishes a subsidiary or a physical branch in another country to provide services locally, it is classified as commercial presence. This is known as Mode 3 of service supply. By opening an office in Bangalore, the foreign software firm creates a permanent physical presence in India, allowing it to deliver IT support directly.
RAS PrelimsHealth, Environment and Agriculture · Biodiversity, Conservation and Sustainable Development
Q4238. Read the following statements and select the correct option: Statement I: Keoladeo National Park was formerly known as Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary. Statement II: Keoladeo National Park is recognized as a Ramsar Wetland site and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Explanation
Keoladeo National Park, formerly known as the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, is a world-renowned avifauna reserve. It has been designated as a Ramsar Wetland site due to its ecological importance for migratory birds. Additionally, its exceptional biodiversity and habitat value led to its recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Both statements accurately describe the history and international status of this area.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Rajasthan in the 18th and 19th Centuries
Q4239. Which of the following was NOT a characteristic feature of the Jagirdari system in Rajasthan?
Explanation
In the Jagirdari system, jagirdars held land for military service and exercised significant local power. Theoretically, the estate reverted to the ruler upon the jagirdar’s death until a succession fee was paid. However, peasants on these lands did not enjoy permanent or alienable tenancy rights; they were often subject to the arbitrary will of the jagirdar regarding land use and revenue collection.
RAS PrelimsIndian Polity and Governance · Union-State Relations
Q4240. Consider the following instances: I. Where a state government is deliberately acting against the Constitution and the law. II. Where a hung assembly is formed and no party is able to form a government after elections. III. Where a state ministry resigns and no other party is able to form a government. IV. Where the ruling party in the state suffers a massive defeat in the Lok Sabha elections. According to the guidelines laid down in the S.R. Bommai case, which of the above instance(s) constitute a ‘proper’ use of Article 356?
Explanation
According to the Bommai guidelines, proper reasons for invoking Article 356 include a deliberate violation of the Constitution, a hung assembly, or a situation where no party can form a ministry. However, the defeat of a state’s ruling party in Lok Sabha elections is considered an improper ground for dismissal. Such political shifts do not automatically imply a breakdown of constitutional machinery within the state itself.
Answer key for these questions
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Correct answer
4231
(d) Statement I is incorrect and Statement II is correct.
4232
(b) Indefinite extension up to ten years by simple resolution.
4233
(b) Trade, Hotels, Transport, and Communication
4234
(b) Tropical thorn forests and scrublands
4235
(d) Dual exploitation by exorbitant state revenue and high-interest loans
4236
(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
4237
(c) Mode 3
4238
(c) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct.
4239
(a) The peasants in jagir lands enjoyed permanent, alienable tenancy rights.
4240
(a) I, II and III only
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