Q4671. The Great Indian Desert (Marusthali) is a vast, undulating sandy plain frequently characterized by barchans. What exactly is a barchan?
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Q4672. What is the primary objective of the UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) scheme launched by the Ministry of Civil Aviation?
Explanation
The UDAN scheme aims to improve regional air connectivity by making flying affordable for the common citizen through subsidized fares and infrastructure development. By reviving unserved and underserved airports, it connects smaller towns with major cities. This initiative boosts regional tourism, economic growth, and provides a faster transport alternative in remote areas where traditional road or rail travel can be time-consuming.
Q4673. Arid horticulture focuses on fruit crops that can survive under high temperatures and limited moisture. Which of the following is the most iconic arid fruit crop of Rajasthan?
Explanation
The Ber, or Indian Jujube, is considered the most iconic and resilient fruit crop of the arid zones in Rajasthan. It is remarkably adapted to survive extreme temperatures and prolonged droughts. The tree provides nutritious fruits, valuable fodder for goats, and thorny branches for fencing. Because of its multiple uses and hardiness, the Ber is the king of arid fruits.
Q4674. Read the following statements regarding the Eka Movement and select the correct option:
Statement I: The movement adopted the method of social boycott against state officials and those who betrayed the tribal cause.
Statement II: The movement remained entirely peaceful and never witnessed any violent confrontation with the state forces.
Statement I: The movement adopted the method of social boycott against state officials and those who betrayed the tribal cause.
Statement II: The movement remained entirely peaceful and never witnessed any violent confrontation with the state forces.
Explanation
The Eka movement used social boycott against officials and traitors, so Statement I is correct. It was not entirely peaceful, because it met state force and violent clashes, so Statement II is incorrect.
Q4675. The following question consists of two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Read both statements and select the correct answer:
Assertion (A): The primary goal of Yoga philosophy is the cessation of the modifications of the mind (Chitta vritti nirodha).
Reason (R): By quieting the mind, the individual consciousness (Purusha) rests in its own true, liberated nature, free from the entanglements of Prakriti.
Assertion (A): The primary goal of Yoga philosophy is the cessation of the modifications of the mind (Chitta vritti nirodha).
Reason (R): By quieting the mind, the individual consciousness (Purusha) rests in its own true, liberated nature, free from the entanglements of Prakriti.
Explanation
The primary objective of the Yoga system is to quiet the constant fluctuations of the mind.
Q4676. According to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, Article 356 was expected to remain a:
Explanation
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar hoped that Article 356 would remain a dead letter and would be used only as a last resort. He believed that the Union would intervene in state affairs only when it was absolutely necessary to preserve the constitutional order. However, history shows that the provision has been used frequently, often for purely political reasons.
Q4677. Read the given statements and select the correct option.
Statement I: The Luni is widely recognized as the only large, significant river operating in the Indian Desert region.
Statement II: It carries an abundant volume of water throughout the year and drains directly and robustly into the Arabian Sea.
Statement I: The Luni is widely recognized as the only large, significant river operating in the Indian Desert region.
Statement II: It carries an abundant volume of water throughout the year and drains directly and robustly into the Arabian Sea.
Explanation
The Luni is the most significant river in the Thar Desert of western Rajasthan. However, it is an ephemeral river that flows only during the brief monsoon season. Unlike perennial rivers, it does not carry water year-round and does not reach the Arabian Sea. Instead, the Luni river eventually disappears into the saline marshes of the Rann of Kutch in northern Gujarat.
Q4678. Consider the following statements regarding the logistics sector in India:
I. The LEADS (Logistics Ease Across Different States) index is released by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
II. High logistics costs negatively impact the global competitiveness of Indian exports.
III. Multimodal Logistics Parks (MMLPs) aim to reduce freight costs and vehicular pollution.
IV. Indian logistics are currently heavily skewed towards rail transport, which carries 70 percent of total freight.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. The LEADS (Logistics Ease Across Different States) index is released by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
II. High logistics costs negatively impact the global competitiveness of Indian exports.
III. Multimodal Logistics Parks (MMLPs) aim to reduce freight costs and vehicular pollution.
IV. Indian logistics are currently heavily skewed towards rail transport, which carries 70 percent of total freight.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The LEADS index helps monitor logistics efficiency across states, while high costs are known to hurt export competitiveness. Multimodal Logistics Parks are being developed to reduce freight costs and pollution. Currently, Indian logistics are heavily skewed towards road transport, which carries the majority of freight, rather than rail. Transitioning more freight to rail is a key objective for improving overall national efficiency.
Q4679. Which vegetative propagation method is most commonly commercially used for multiplying superior varieties of Ber in Rajasthan?
Explanation
T-budding, also known as shield budding, is the most common commercial method for propagating superior varieties of Ber in Rajasthan. This vegetative technique involves inserting a bud from a desired high-yielding variety into the rootstock of a hardy local plant. This ensures that the new plant inherits the superior fruit characteristics while maintaining the drought resilience of the native stock.
Q4680. An individual practicing truthfulness (Satya), non-violence (Ahimsa), and non-stealing (Asteya) is applying which specific limb of Patanjali’s Ashtanga Yoga?
Explanation
The first stage of the eightfold path of Yoga involves cultivating essential ethical restraints to harmonize one’s social and personal life. These practices include non-violence, truthfulness, and honesty. By adhering to these moral guidelines, a practitioner establishes a solid foundation for further spiritual growth. These ethical commitments ensure that the seeker’s mind is free from the agitation caused by harmful or dishonest conduct.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 4671 | (c) A highly distinct, crescent-shaped aeolian sand dune |
| 4672 | (c) Enhancing regional connectivity to make flying affordable for everyone. |
| 4673 | (c) Ber (Jujube) |
| 4674 | (c) Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect |
| 4675 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 4676 | (d) Dead letter |
| 4677 | (a) Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect. |
| 4678 | (b) I, II and III |
| 4679 | (d) T-budding (Shield budding) |
| 4680 | (a) Yama |
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