Q4481. Which of the following statements presents the most appropriate description of the broad geographical extent of the Ganga Plains?
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Q4482. Which of the following states is generally considered an exception when listing the top five states with the highest installed solar power capacity in India?
Explanation
Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Karnataka are among the top five states with the highest installed solar power capacity in India due to favorable policies and high solar radiation. These states have large-scale utility projects and solar parks. Assam, located in the northeast, has significantly lower installed capacity compared to these leaders, making it the exception when listing the top solar-producing states.
Q4483. Match List-I (Publication/Organization) with
List-II (Associated Place of Origin/Publication) and select the correct answer:
List I: (Publication/Organization)
A. Pratap
B. Rajasthan Kesari
C. Tarun Rajasthan
D. Rajasthan Seva Sangh
List II: (Associated Place of Origin/Publication)
i. Wardha
ii. Ajmer
iii. Kanpur
iv. Beawar
List-II (Associated Place of Origin/Publication) and select the correct answer:
List I: (Publication/Organization)
A. Pratap
B. Rajasthan Kesari
C. Tarun Rajasthan
D. Rajasthan Seva Sangh
List II: (Associated Place of Origin/Publication)
i. Wardha
ii. Ajmer
iii. Kanpur
iv. Beawar
Explanation
The nationalist press and organizations in Rajasthan had distinct origins. The newspaper Pratap was published from Kanpur. Rajasthan Kesari was established in Wardha. Tarun Rajasthan was published from Beawar, providing a voice for the regional struggle. The Rajasthan Seva Sangh, a crucial political organization, was eventually headquartered in Ajmer, coordinating various peasant movements and social reforms across the princely states.
Q4484. Find the odd one out with respect to the grounds for imposing a National Emergency under Article 352.
Explanation
War, external aggression, and armed rebellion are the three specific grounds for declaring a National Emergency under Article 352. Failure of constitutional machinery is the ground for imposing President’s Rule in a state under Article 356. Distinguishing between these grounds is fundamental to understanding the different legal frameworks and powers invoked by the President during various types of national crises.
Q4485. Match List-I with List-II:
| Doab of Punjab | Rivers defining it |
|---|---|
| A. Bist Doab | i. Beas and Ravi |
| B. Bari Doab | ii. Beas and Sutlej |
| C. Rachna Doab | iii. Chenab and Jhelum |
| D. Chaj Doab | iv. Ravi and Chenab |
Explanation
The Bist Doab is situated between the Beas and Sutlej rivers, while the Bari Doab lies between the Beas and Ravi. Further west, the Rachna Doab is located between the Ravi and Chenab, and the Chaj Doab is found between the Chenab and Jhelum. These regions are characterized by extremely fertile alluvial soil, which supports intensive agriculture throughout the northern plains.
Q4486. Read the following statements regarding wind energy in India and select the correct option:
Statement I: The wind power potential of India is highly concentrated in the coastal states and Rajasthan.
Statement II: Wind speeds are generally higher and more consistent in offshore and coastal regions compared to inland continental areas.
Statement I: The wind power potential of India is highly concentrated in the coastal states and Rajasthan.
Statement II: Wind speeds are generally higher and more consistent in offshore and coastal regions compared to inland continental areas.
Explanation
India’s wind power potential is concentrated in coastal states and Rajasthan because these areas experience higher and more consistent wind speeds. Offshore and coastal regions benefit from sea breezes and unobstructed terrain, providing better conditions for turbines compared to inland continental areas. Thus, the geographical distribution of wind energy infrastructure is directly dictated by these natural atmospheric and topographical factors.
Q4487. The newspaper ‘Pratap’, which played a crucial role in bringing the Bijolia movement to national attention, was published from which city?
Explanation
The newspaper Pratap was published from the city of Kanpur by the renowned journalist and patriot Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi. This publication served as the primary medium for disseminating information about the Bijolia Peasant Movement to the rest of India. Its wide circulation helped garner national support and forced the Mewar state administration to take the peasants’ demands more seriously.
Q4488. Given below are two statements, one labelled as
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): Financial Emergency has never been declared in India.
Reason (R): The Indian economy is inherently immune to global financial crises and deficits. In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): Financial Emergency has never been declared in India.
Reason (R): The Indian economy is inherently immune to global financial crises and deficits. In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?
Explanation
Although India faced severe financial difficulties, especially during the 1991 balance of payments crisis, a Financial Emergency under Article 360 has never been declared. The economy is not immune to global shocks, but successive governments have used other policy measures to stabilize the situation. This shows that the provision is considered a last resort for extreme economic instability.
Q4489. Consider the following statements regarding the Brahmaputra Plains:
I. They are formed largely by the continuous aggradational work of the Brahmaputra and its tributaries.
II. Braided channels, riverine islands, and shifting sandbars are prominent geographic features of this plain.
III. Majuli, recognized as the world’s largest fully formed riverine island, is situated in this region.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. They are formed largely by the continuous aggradational work of the Brahmaputra and its tributaries.
II. Braided channels, riverine islands, and shifting sandbars are prominent geographic features of this plain.
III. Majuli, recognized as the world’s largest fully formed riverine island, is situated in this region.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The Brahmaputra Plains are formed by the extensive aggradational work of the Brahmaputra river and its tributaries in the Assam valley. This region is famous for unique geographic features like braided river channels, numerous shifting sandbars, and large riverine islands. Majuli, located within this plain, is officially recognized as the largest fully formed riverine island in the world, supporting vibrant communities.
Q4490. Match List I with List II:
Select the correct code:
| Renewable Energy Park/Project | State |
|---|---|
| A. Charanka Solar Park | i. Rajasthan |
| B. Kamuthi Solar Power Project | ii. Gujarat |
| C. Muppandal Wind Farm | iii. Tamil Nadu |
| D. Jaisalmer Wind Park | iv. Tamil Nadu |
Explanation
Renewable energy projects are located in states with high natural potential. Charanka Solar Park is a pioneering project in Gujarat. The Kamuthi Solar Power Project and the Muppandal Wind Farm are both major installations in Tamil Nadu, taking advantage of local geography. Jaisalmer Wind Park is located in Rajasthan, which is known for having some of the highest wind speeds.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 4481 | (d) It extends longitudinally between the Ghaggar and Teesta rivers. |
| 4482 | (d) Assam |
| 4483 | (a) A-iii, B-i, C-iv, D-ii |
| 4484 | (a) Failure of constitutional machinery |
| 4485 | (b) A-ii, B-i, C-iv, D-iii |
| 4486 | (a) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct, and Statement II explains Statement I. |
| 4487 | (c) Kanpur |
| 4488 | (c) A is true but R is false. |
| 4489 | (d) I, II and III |
| 4490 | (a) A-ii, B-iii, C-iv, D-i |
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