Q4491. The Begun Peasant Movement, inspired by the success of Bijolia, was initially led by which prominent leader upon the request of the local peasants?
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Q4492. Which of the following principles was NOT laid down by the Supreme Court in the S.R. Bommai case (1994)?
Explanation
In the S.R. Bommai case, the Supreme Court ruled that the State Legislative Assembly should not be dissolved until Parliament approves the proclamation under Article 356. The assembly can only be suspended initially. This ensures that the executive does not take irreversible actions before legislative oversight. The court also emphasized that the proclamation is subject to judicial review for mala fides.
Q4493. The remarkably frequent and devastating annual floods in the Brahmaputra Plains are primarily caused by:
Explanation
Devastating annual floods in the Brahmaputra Plains are caused by exceptionally heavy rainfall in the catchment areas of northeast India and Tibet.
Q4494. Consider the following states:
I. Tamil Nadu
II. Gujarat
III. Karnataka
IV. Maharashtra
Arrange them in descending order of their total installed wind power capacity in India (as per recent general trends):
I. Tamil Nadu
II. Gujarat
III. Karnataka
IV. Maharashtra
Arrange them in descending order of their total installed wind power capacity in India (as per recent general trends):
Explanation
Recent trends in wind energy capacity show that Gujarat has taken the lead, followed closely by Tamil Nadu. These states have the highest potential and established infrastructure.
Q4495. Consider the following statements regarding the Begun Peasant Movement:
I. The movement was centered in the Begun thikana of the Mewar state.
II. The Trench Commission was appointed to investigate the grievances of the Begun peasants.
III. The movement ended abruptly due to the total surrender of the peasants without any concessions.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. The movement was centered in the Begun thikana of the Mewar state.
II. The Trench Commission was appointed to investigate the grievances of the Begun peasants.
III. The movement ended abruptly due to the total surrender of the peasants without any concessions.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The Begun Peasant Movement took place in the Begun Thikana of Mewar state. To address the resulting unrest, the state appointed the Trench Commission. While the movement faced severe repression, it did not end in total surrender.
Q4496. According to the S.R. Bommai case guidelines, what happens if the Parliament fails to approve the Presidential proclamation under Article 356?
Explanation
According to the S.R. Bommai case, if Parliament does not approve the proclamation of President’s Rule, the dismissed state government is revived.
Q4497. Which of the following statements about the broad structure of the Peninsular Plateau is incorrect?
Explanation
The Peninsular Plateau is geologically a part of the ancient Gondwanaland, making it one of the oldest and most stable landmasses on Earth. It was not formed by the recent tectonic collision that created the Himalayas. Instead, it consists of ancient crystalline, igneous, and metamorphic rocks. The plateau’s landscape is characterized by rounded hills and broad, shallow, well-graded river valleys.
Q4498. Identify the correct statement regarding solar energy generation in India:
Explanation
Photovoltaic technology is the most common method for solar generation, utilizing semiconductors to convert sunlight directly into electricity. While rooftop solar is growing, utility-scale ground-mounted projects currently hold a much larger share of India’s total capacity. Despite domestic manufacturing efforts, India still imports solar components. PV remains the dominant technology for both residential and large-scale solar installations across the country.
Q4499. Read the following lists regarding Kama and select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Codes:
| Term related to Kama | Description |
|---|---|
| A. Kamasutra | i. The 64 traditional arts essential for a cultured life |
| B. Vatsyayana | ii. Foundational text discussing the philosophy and practice of Kama |
| C. Chausath Kalas | iii. The collective triad of Dharma, Artha, and Kama |
| D. Trivarga | iv. Ancient Indian philosopher who authored the primary text on Kama |
Explanation
The study of refined pleasure involves understanding various artistic skills and philosophical principles. Vatsyayana systematized these ideas in a foundational text that discusses sensory enjoyment alongside social conduct. This pursuit includes mastering many traditional arts that enhance the quality of life. Together with ethical duty and economic success, it forms the triad of goals for a balanced and cultured human existence.
Q4500. The following question consists of two statements--Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Answer the question by selecting the appropriate option.
Assertion (A): The rivers of the Peninsular Plateau generally form deep V-shaped valleys characterized by intense active erosion.
Reason (R): The Peninsular Plateau is considered to be one of the most stable, ancient, and mature landmasses of the Earth’s crust.
Assertion (A): The rivers of the Peninsular Plateau generally form deep V-shaped valleys characterized by intense active erosion.
Reason (R): The Peninsular Plateau is considered to be one of the most stable, ancient, and mature landmasses of the Earth’s crust.
Explanation
The Peninsular Plateau is a highly stable and mature landmass, characterized by rivers that flow through broad, shallow valleys with gentle gradients. Unlike youthful Himalayan rivers that carve deep V-shaped valleys through active erosion, peninsular rivers have reached a graded profile. Therefore, the assertion regarding deep V-shaped valleys is incorrect, while the description of the plateau’s stability is accurate.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 4491 | (a) Ramnarayan Choudhary |
| 4492 | (a) The State Legislative Assembly can be dissolved by the President immediately upon the proclamation of Article 356. |
| 4493 | (a) Extremely heavy rainfall in the catchment area combined with the river’s inherently high sediment load. |
| 4494 | (d) II, I, III, IV |
| 4495 | (a) I and II only |
| 4496 | (d) The dismissed state government gets revived and the suspended assembly gets reactivated. |
| 4497 | (d) It was formed directly by the massive tectonic collision of the Indian plate with the Eurasian plate. |
| 4498 | (d) Photovoltaic (PV) technology directly converts sunlight into electricity using semiconductors. |
| 4499 | (a) A-ii, B-iv, C-i, D-iii |
| 4500 | (d) A is false but R is true. |
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