Q4611. The Sanskrit term ‘Darshana’ literally translates to:
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Q4612. What is the effect of Article 352 on the legislative powers of a State?
Explanation
During a National Emergency, the State Legislature is not suspended or dissolved. It continues to exist and function. However, the Parliament gains concurrent power to make laws on any subject mentioned in the State List. This means that central laws will prevail over state laws if there is any inconsistency, effectively giving the Union overarching legislative authority during the crisis.
Q4613. Consider the following statements regarding the immense economic significance of India’s physiographic divisions:
I. The northern plains provide the primary and most expansive agricultural base of the country.
II. The peninsular plateau acts as the definitive storehouse of major mineral resources.
III. The Himalayas serve as a critical source of rich forest wealth and perennial river systems.
IV. The coastal plains are completely barren and virtually devoid of any agricultural or economic utility.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
I. The northern plains provide the primary and most expansive agricultural base of the country.
II. The peninsular plateau acts as the definitive storehouse of major mineral resources.
III. The Himalayas serve as a critical source of rich forest wealth and perennial river systems.
IV. The coastal plains are completely barren and virtually devoid of any agricultural or economic utility.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
Explanation
The northern plains are the main agricultural base, the peninsular plateau is a storehouse of minerals and the Himalayas give forests and perennial rivers. The coastal plains are not barren and are useful for agriculture, ports and fishing, so IV is incorrect.
Q4614. Which is the longest National Highway in India, running from Srinagar in the north to Kanyakumari in the south?
Explanation
National Highway 44 is the longest highway in India, stretching from Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir to Kanyakumari at the southern tip of Tamil Nadu. It was formed by merging several older highways and serves as the primary north-south artery for the nation. This highway plays a critical role in connecting various states and facilitating the large-scale movement of goods and people.
Q4615. The tragic Mangarh massacre, often referred to as the Jallianwala Bagh of Rajasthan, occurred on which date?
Explanation
The Mangarh massacre took place on 17 November 1913 at Mangarh Hill, and it is called the Jallianwala Bagh of Rajasthan. 13 April 1919 is the date of Jallianwala Bagh itself.
Q4616. Arrange the following metaphysical entities in the correct sequence of cosmic evolution according to the Samkhya philosophy:
I. Ahamkara (Ego)
II. Prakriti (Primordial Nature)
III. Mahat/Buddhi (Intellect)
IV. Manas (Mind)
I. Ahamkara (Ego)
II. Prakriti (Primordial Nature)
III. Mahat/Buddhi (Intellect)
IV. Manas (Mind)
Explanation
In Samkhya, evolution starts from Prakriti, then Mahat or Buddhi (intellect), then Ahamkara (ego) and then Manas (mind). The order is II, III, I, IV.
Q4617. Given below are two statements, one labelled as
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): The Bommai case judgment limited the arbitrary use of Article 356 by the Central Government.
Reason (R): The Supreme Court held that the subjective satisfaction of the President in invoking Article 356 is entirely beyond judicial review. 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): The Bommai case judgment limited the arbitrary use of Article 356 by the Central Government.
Reason (R): The Supreme Court held that the subjective satisfaction of the President in invoking Article 356 is entirely beyond judicial review. In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?
Explanation
The S.R. Bommai case was a landmark judgment that brought the President’s power under Article 356 within the ambit of judicial review. The Supreme Court held that the satisfaction of the President must be based on relevant material and is not absolute. This decision significantly limited the Centre’s ability to dismiss state governments for purely political reasons, strengthening federalism.
Q4618. Which of the following world-renowned mountain peaks does not belong to the Greater Himalayas (Himadri)?
Explanation
Mount Everest, Kangchenjunga and Makalu are in the Greater Himalayas (Himadri). K2 lies in the Karakoram range, so it is the one not in the Greater Himalayas.
Q4619. Into how many zones is the Indian Railways network currently divided for administrative convenience (including the Kolkata Metro)?
Explanation
The Indian Railways network is currently organized into nineteen administrative zones, including the Kolkata Metro which has been granted zonal status. This divisional structure allows for efficient management of one of the world’s largest railway systems. Each zone is headed by a General Manager and is further divided into multiple divisions to handle localized operations, maintenance, and passenger services across the country.
Q4620. Horticulture in Rajasthan focuses on the cultivation of:
Explanation
Horticulture is a specialized branch of agriculture that focuses on the cultivation of a variety of high-value crops. In Rajasthan, this includes fruits like kinnow and pomegranate, diverse vegetables, various flowers, spices, and aromatic plants. These crops are essential for diversifying the agricultural economy and providing nutritional security. Horticulture typically involves more intensive management practices compared to cereal crops.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 4611 | (a) Vision or direct realization of truth |
| 4612 | (a) The State Legislature continues to function, but Parliament acquires concurrent power to legislate on state subjects. |
| 4613 | (c) IV only |
| 4614 | (a) NH 44 |
| 4615 | (b) 17 November 1913 |
| 4616 | (a) II, III, I, IV |
| 4617 | (c) A is true but R is false. |
| 4618 | (c) K2 (Godwin Austen) |
| 4619 | (d) 19 |
| 4620 | (c) Fruits, vegetables, flowers, spices, and aromatic plants |
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