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RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Physiographic Divisions of India
Q4411. Consider the following statements regarding the Karakoram Range: I. It forms India’s frontiers with Afghanistan and China. II. The massive Siachen and Biafo glaciers are located in this range. III. It is classified geologically as a sub-range of the Lesser Himalayas. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The Karakoram range serves as a critical geographic frontier between India, Afghanistan, and China. This high-altitude region hosts some of the world’s most massive non-polar glaciers, including the Siachen and Biafo glaciers. Geologically, it is classified as a Trans-Himalayan range, being distinct from and situated further north of the Lesser Himalayas, which are located much further south.
RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Energy, Transportation and Communication
Q4412. Match List I with List II:
Coal/Lignite Mining Area
State
A. Jharia
i. Odisha
B. Neyveli
ii. Rajasthan
C. Palana
iii. Tamil Nadu
D. Talcher
iv. Jharkhand
Select the correct code:
Explanation
Coal and lignite mining areas are geographically distributed across several Indian states. Jharia is the most famous coalfield located in Jharkhand, while Neyveli in Tamil Nadu is known for significant lignite deposits. Palana is a lignite mining site situated in Rajasthan, and Talcher represents one of the largest coal reserves in Odisha. Matching these correctly requires knowledge of regional geology.
RAS PrelimsHealth, Environment and Agriculture · Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry and Animal Husbandry in Rajasthan
Q4413. In the context of arid agriculture in Rajasthan, which of the following is an effective moisture conservation technique?
Explanation
Arid agriculture in Rajasthan relies on effective moisture conservation techniques to combat high evaporation and low rainfall. Contour bunding involves creating barriers along slope lines to reduce runoff and enhance water infiltration. Mulching covers the soil surface with organic or inorganic materials to retain moisture. These practices are essential for sustaining crops in regions where water availability is limited.
RAS PrelimsIndian Polity and Governance · Emergency Provisions
Q4414. What is the fundamental difference between Article 358 and Article 359 regarding the suspension of Fundamental Rights?
Explanation
Article 358 deals with the automatic suspension of Article 19 once an external emergency is declared. Conversely, Article 359 does not automatically suspend any fundamental rights but empowers the President to suspend the right to move courts for their enforcement. This distinction is vital, as Article 359 requires a specific presidential order detailing which specific rights are affected.
RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Physiographic Divisions of India
Q4415. Which of the following major rivers flows northwestward between the Ladakh range and the Zaskar range?
Explanation
The Indus river flows through a structurally significant longitudinal valley situated between the Ladakh and Zaskar ranges. This major river system moves in a northwestward direction through Ladakh before entering Pakistan. The physical positioning of the river between these two prominent Trans-Himalayan mountain chains determines its initial drainage pattern and the surrounding mountainous landscape of the high-altitude cold desert.
RAS PrelimsHealth, Environment and Agriculture · Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry and Animal Husbandry in Rajasthan
Q4416. Which agro-climatic zone of Rajasthan encompasses the districts of Jaisalmer, Barmer, and Bikaner?
Explanation
The districts of Jaisalmer, Bikaner, and Churu are part of the Hyper Arid Partial Irrigated Zone, also known as Zone One-C. This region experiences extremely low rainfall and high temperatures, representing the core of the Thar Desert. While irrigation facilities have expanded through the Indira Gandhi Canal, large areas remain hyper-arid. This classification highlights the specific climatic challenges.
RAS PrelimsAncient Indian History · Indian Knowledge and Value System
Q4417. According to the Ashrama system, the initiation ceremony called ‘Upanayana’ formally marks an individual’s entry into which of the following stages of life?
Explanation
The sacred thread ceremony serves as a significant rite of passage, signifying the formal start of a student’s educational journey. During this phase, the individual resides with a teacher to acquire both worldly and spiritual knowledge. This stage emphasizes celibacy, rigorous discipline, and character building, preparing the young seeker for future responsibilities within the broader social and ethical framework.
RAS PrelimsIndian Polity and Governance · Emergency Provisions
Q4418. According to the 44th Constitutional Amendment, which of the following Fundamental Rights cannot be suspended even during a National Emergency?
Explanation
The Forty-fourth Amendment Act established that the enforcement of rights guaranteed by Articles 20 and 21 cannot be suspended even during a National Emergency. Article 20 provides protection regarding convictions for offences, while Article 21 ensures the right to life and personal liberty. These safeguards prevent the arbitrary deprivation of essential human rights during times of national crisis.
RAS PrelimsHealth, Environment and Agriculture · Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry and Animal Husbandry in Rajasthan
Q4419. The following question consists of two statements. Read both statements and select the correct option: Statement I: Salinity and alkalinity are common problems in the soils of arid regions. Statement II: High evaporation rates draw dissolved salts to the soil surface.
Explanation
Salinity and alkalinity are prevalent soil issues in arid regions like western Rajasthan. High evaporation rates exceed precipitation, causing a capillary action that draws dissolved salts from deeper layers to the soil surface. Over time, these salts accumulate, making the soil less productive for standard crops. Understanding this geochemical process is vital for implementing effective soil reclamation and management.
RAS PrelimsAncient Indian History · Indian Knowledge and Value System
Q4420. The following question consists of two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Read both statements and select the correct answer: Assertion (A): In traditional Indian texts, the Grihastha Ashrama is often glorified as the most important of all the four Ashramas. Reason (R): The Grihastha provides economic sustenance, food, and support to individuals in the other three Ashramas.
Explanation
The householder stage is often regarded as the pillar of the social system because it provides the necessary resources for all other life stages. Individuals in this phase engage in economic activities that sustain students, forest dwellers, and renunciants. By fulfilling familial and social obligations, the householder ensures the material continuity and functional stability of the entire community.
Answer key for these questions
Q
Correct answer
4411
(a) I and II only
4412
(a) A-iv, B-iii, C-ii, D-i
4413
(c) Contour bunding and mulching
4414
(b) Article 358 suspends Article 19, whereas 359 requires an order for other rights.
4415
(b) Indus
4416
(b) Hyper Arid Partial Irrigated Zone
4417
(d) Brahmacharya
4418
(d) Articles 20 and 21
4419
(a) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct.
4420
(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
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