Q4651. If the massive barrier of the Himalayas were completely removed from India’s northern borders, what would be the most immediate and drastic climatic consequence?
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Q4652. Arrange the following fruit crops in decreasing order of their general drought tolerance (highest tolerance to lowest tolerance):
A. Date Palm
B. Ber (Jujube)
C. Mango
D. Banana
Which of the following represents the correct order?
A. Date Palm
B. Ber (Jujube)
C. Mango
D. Banana
Which of the following represents the correct order?
Explanation
Among fruit crops, the Ber (Jujube) exhibits the highest level of drought tolerance, followed closely by the Date Palm. Both are quintessential desert plants adapted to minimal moisture. Mango requires more moderate conditions and regular water, while Banana has very low drought tolerance and requires high amounts of moisture. Therefore, the correct decreasing order is Ber, Date Palm, Mango, and Banana.
Q4653. Consider the following statements regarding the Eka Movement among the Bhils:
I. It aimed to forge unity among the Bhils and Garasias to collectively resist feudal exploitation.
II. A major resolution was to completely stop paying unjust taxes and performing Begar.
III. The movement strictly demanded the establishment of a separate sovereign Bhil state called Bhilistan.
IV. It emphasized internal social reforms such as boycotting liquor and resolving disputes through local Panchayats.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
I. It aimed to forge unity among the Bhils and Garasias to collectively resist feudal exploitation.
II. A major resolution was to completely stop paying unjust taxes and performing Begar.
III. The movement strictly demanded the establishment of a separate sovereign Bhil state called Bhilistan.
IV. It emphasized internal social reforms such as boycotting liquor and resolving disputes through local Panchayats.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
Explanation
The Eka movement aimed at Bhil and Garasia unity, refusal of unjust taxes and Begar, and social reform such as giving up liquor. It did not demand a separate Bhil state called Bhilistan, so only III is incorrect.
Q4654. Which of the following concepts is explicitly rejected by the Nyaya-Vaisheshika schools?
Explanation
The schools of logic and atomic theory maintain a realistic perspective, asserting that the physical world exists independently of human perception. They reject the idea that matter is merely an illusion or a mental construct. Instead, they argue that the universe is made of real, external substances and atoms that can be objectively studied and understood through proper logical and empirical methods.
Q4655. Identify the incorrect statement concerning Article 20 of the Indian Constitution during an emergency.
Explanation
The immunity of Articles 20 and 21 was established by the 44th Amendment Act. Article 20 provides protection against arbitrary and excessive punishment to any person accused of an offence. The Forty-fourth Amendment Act made Articles 20 and 21 immune from suspension during an emergency. This ensures that even when the country is under stress, individuals retain their fundamental rights to a fair trial and protection of life.
Q4656. The discontinuous mountain ranges of the Eastern Ghats finally merge with the continuous chain of the Western Ghats at which of the following specific locations?
Explanation
The Nilgiri Hills serve as the critical geographical junction where the Western Ghats and the Eastern Ghats finally merge. Located at the borders of Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Kerala, this mountainous knot is famous for its high peaks like Doddabetta. This convergence point is ecologically significant, forming part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve and supporting a unique variety of flora and fauna.
Q4657. Consider the following statements regarding Dedicated Freight Corridors (DFCs):
I. The Eastern DFC spans from Ludhiana in Punjab to Dankuni in West Bengal.
II. The Western DFC is being partially funded by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).
III. The DFCs are designed to handle double-stack containers.
IV. The DFCs will allow freight trains to run at a maximum speed of 40 kmph.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. The Eastern DFC spans from Ludhiana in Punjab to Dankuni in West Bengal.
II. The Western DFC is being partially funded by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).
III. The DFCs are designed to handle double-stack containers.
IV. The DFCs will allow freight trains to run at a maximum speed of 40 kmph.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The Eastern DFC spans from Ludhiana to Dankuni, while the Western DFC receives funding support from the Japan International Cooperation Agency. These corridors are engineered to handle double-stack containers, which significantly increases freight capacity. Contrary to slow speeds, the DFCs are designed to allow freight trains to run at speeds up to one hundred kilometers per hour, greatly enhancing national transport efficiency.
Q4658. The ‘Centre of Excellence for Citrus’ in Rajasthan, established with Israeli collaboration, is located at:
Explanation
The Centre of Excellence for Citrus was established at Nanta in the Kota district through a collaboration with Israel. This facility focuses on developing high-quality citrus saplings and demonstrating advanced cultivation techniques like drip irrigation and canopy management. By introducing superior varieties and modern practices, the center aims to boost the productivity and quality of citrus fruits across Rajasthan.
Q4659. What is the most appropriate description of the primary objective of the Eka Movement initiated in the 1920s?
Explanation
The Eka movement of the 1920s, led by Motilal Tejawat, aimed to unite the tribal groups to end feudal exploitation and also internal social evils.
Q4660. Read the given statements regarding the Samkhya philosophy and select the correct answer:
Statement I: Samkhya is a strictly dualistic philosophy that posits two ultimate, eternal realities: Purusha (pure consciousness) and Prakriti (matter/nature).
Statement II: According to Samkhya, Purusha is active and continuously undergoes transformation, while Prakriti is the passive, unchanging observer.
Statement I: Samkhya is a strictly dualistic philosophy that posits two ultimate, eternal realities: Purusha (pure consciousness) and Prakriti (matter/nature).
Statement II: According to Samkhya, Purusha is active and continuously undergoes transformation, while Prakriti is the passive, unchanging observer.
Explanation
Samkhya philosophy posits a fundamental duality between pure consciousness and the material world. It describes consciousness as a passive, unchanging observer that does not participate in actions. In contrast, nature or matter is the active force that undergoes continuous transformation and gives rise to the physical universe. Liberation occurs when the soul realizes its complete independence from the activities of nature.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 4651 | (c) Northern Indian plains would experience freezing winds from Central Asia in winter. |
| 4652 | (a) B, A, C, D |
| 4653 | (b) III only |
| 4654 | (a) The theory that the material world is solely a projection of the mind. |
| 4655 | (a) The immunity of Article 20 was established by the 42nd Amendment Act. |
| 4656 | (a) Nilgiri Hills |
| 4657 | (a) I, II and III |
| 4658 | (a) Nanta (Kota) |
| 4659 | (d) To unite tribal groups to end feudal exploitation and internal social evils. |
| 4660 | (c) Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect. |
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