Q4511. What is the most significant advantage of implementing a National Green Energy Corridor?
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Q4512. What is the most appropriate reason why the Mewar State administration cancelled the agreement between Rawat Anoop Singh and the Rajasthan Seva Sangh?
Explanation
Mewar cancelled the agreement because it feared losing revenue and setting a precedent that peasants of other estates would also demand. For this reason the state called the agreement Bolshevik and the repression of the movement followed.
Q4513. Identify the odd one out. Which of the following is not considered a valid expression of a refined life pursuing Kama as described in traditional texts on the 64 Kalas (arts)?
Explanation
The traditional arts associated with a refined life focus on creative and aesthetic activities like music, painting, and perfumery. These skills are intended to enhance the beauty of existence and the depth of emotional experience. Activities involving dishonesty or exploitation for material gain fall under the perversion of economic goals and are fundamentally incompatible with the cultivation of a refined lifestyle.
Q4514. Which of the following emergencies does not prescribe a maximum time limit for its continuous operation once approved by the Parliament?
Explanation
Once approved by Parliament, both National Emergency and Financial Emergency can continue indefinitely until the President revokes them. However, a National Emergency requires periodic parliamentary approval every six months to stay in force. In contrast, President’s Rule under Article 356 has a maximum time limit of three years, beyond which it cannot be extended under any circumstances in a state.
Q4515. Identify the odd one out among the following Indian rivers based on their point of origin in the Peninsular Plateau:
Explanation
The Gandak is a major Himalayan river that originates in the high mountains of Nepal and flows into the Ganga. In contrast, the Chambal, Betwa, and Son rivers all originate within the Peninsular Plateau region, specifically from the Central Highlands. These peninsular rivers generally flow northward to join the Yamuna or Ganga, following the natural slope of the ancient plateau.
Q4516. Which river basin in India has the highest estimated commercially exploitable hydropower potential?
Explanation
The Brahmaputra Basin possesses the highest estimated commercially exploitable hydropower potential in India due to its massive water volume and steep gradients. While the Ganga and Indus basins also have significant potential, the unique geography of the northeast makes the Brahmaputra the most promising for large-scale hydro development. However, much of this potential remains untapped due to environmental and technical challenges.
Q4517. Match List-I (Peasant/Tribal Movement) with
List-II (Associated Martyrs) and select the correct answer using the codes given below:
List I: (Peasant/Tribal Movement)
A. Begun Peasant Movement
B. Bundi Peasant Movement
C. Bhil Movement (Mangarh)
D. Neemuchana Massacre (Alwar)
List II: (Associated Martyrs)
i. Nanak Ji Bhil and Deva Gurjar
ii. Rupa Ji and Kripa Ji Dhakar
iii. Sita Ram and Khurdi (Sita Devi)
iv. Over 1500 unnamed tribal followers
List-II (Associated Martyrs) and select the correct answer using the codes given below:
List I: (Peasant/Tribal Movement)
A. Begun Peasant Movement
B. Bundi Peasant Movement
C. Bhil Movement (Mangarh)
D. Neemuchana Massacre (Alwar)
List II: (Associated Martyrs)
i. Nanak Ji Bhil and Deva Gurjar
ii. Rupa Ji and Kripa Ji Dhakar
iii. Sita Ram and Khurdi (Sita Devi)
iv. Over 1500 unnamed tribal followers
Explanation
Rupa Ji and Kripa Ji Dhakar were martyrs of the Begun movement, and Nanak Ji Bhil and Deva Gurjar of the Bundi movement. More than 1,500 followers are said to have died at Mangarh, and Sita Ram and Khurdi are linked to the Neemuchana firing in Alwar. This gives A-ii, B-i, C-iv, D-iii.
Q4518. An individual who seeks ultimate liberation by realizing the fundamental unity of their inner self (Atman) with the universal reality (Brahman) through deep intellectual inquiry is primarily following which path to Moksha?
Explanation
The path of knowledge focuses on intellectual inquiry and the realization of the absolute truth to achieve liberation. It involves discerning the difference between the transient material world and the eternal self. By removing ignorance through deep study and contemplation, a seeker realizes their fundamental unity with the universal reality, eventually leading to permanent freedom from the cycle of birth and death.
Q4519. Select the correct sequence of the types of emergencies proclaimed in India based on the number of times they have been invoked, from highest to lowest frequency.
Explanation
In India’s political history, President’s Rule has been invoked the most frequently, often exceeding a hundred times across various states. National Emergency has been declared three times: in 1962, 1971, and 1975. Financial Emergency has never been proclaimed. This sequence reflects the relative frequency and application of these different emergency provisions within the Indian federal and constitutional system.
Q4520. The highly eroded, deep, and dissected topography of the Malwa plateau, particularly evident in the Chambal valley, is famous for which geographical feature?
Explanation
The Chambal valley is famous for its extensive badland topography, characterized by deep ravines and gullies. This highly dissected landscape was formed by intense water erosion on the soft alluvial deposits of the Malwa plateau. The resulting network of narrow, steep-sided valleys makes the land unsuitable for agriculture and is a unique geomorphological feature of the semi-arid regions of central India.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 4511 | (d) Synchronizing renewable electricity with conventional power in the national grid. |
| 4512 | (a) The state feared a total loss of revenue and a dangerous precedent for other areas. |
| 4513 | (a) Accumulating wealth through deceit |
| 4514 | (a) Both National Emergency and Financial Emergency |
| 4515 | (a) Gandak |
| 4516 | (a) Brahmaputra Basin |
| 4517 | (a) A-ii, B-i, C-iv, D-iii |
| 4518 | (b) Jnana Yoga |
| 4519 | (b) President’s Rule, National Emergency, Financial Emergency |
| 4520 | (b) Badland topography (Ravines) |
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