Q4681. Identify the exception. Which of the following is NOT considered a valid ground for the imposition of President’s Rule under Article 356 as per the Bommai case?
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Q4682. Pomegranate (Punica granatum) cultivation has seen massive expansion in districts like Barmer and Jalore primarily due to:
Explanation
Pomegranate cultivation has expanded rapidly in Barmer and Jalore due to the adoption of advanced drip irrigation systems. This technology allows for the precise delivery of water to the roots, overcoming the challenges of the arid climate. Furthermore, the introduction of hardy and high-yielding varieties like ‘Bhagwa’ has made pomegranate a profitable cash crop for desert farmers.
Q4683. Which of the following demands of the Eka Movement is the odd one out as it relates to internal social reform rather than economic or political resistance against the state?
Explanation
The Eka Movement combined economic demands with social reforms. Refusing to pay high revenue, boycotting forced labor, and rejecting forest taxes were all forms of direct resistance against the state’s economic policies. In contrast, the resolution to abstain from alcohol and meat was an internal social reform aimed at moral upliftment and improving the social status of the tribal community from within.
Q4684. Which of the following pairs of philosophical schools and their foundational sages is correctly matched?
Explanation
Each major school of Indian philosophy is associated with a foundational sage who systematized its core teachings. The school focusing on the interpretation of Vedic rituals and duties was codified by Jaimini. Other prominent thinkers established systems based on logic, atomic theory, dualism, or the ultimate nature of reality. Matching these sages to their respective schools is fundamental for understanding the historical development of Indian thought.
Q4685. A law made by the Parliament or the President during President’s Rule in a state remains operative:
Explanation
Any law made by Parliament or the President for a state during President’s Rule remains in force even after the rule is revoked. It does not automatically expire. The law continues until it is specifically repealed, altered, or amended by the State Legislature. This ensures administrative continuity and allows the state to decide whether to keep the central-made laws.
Q4686. Identify the correct pair of a major International Airport and its corresponding city:
Explanation
Major international airports in India are often named after prominent local or national leaders. The Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport is located in Guwahati, serving as the primary gateway to Northeast India. Other airports include Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose in Kolkata, Rajiv Gandhi in Hyderabad, and Kempegowda in Bengaluru. Correctly identifying these pairs is important for understanding the national civil aviation network.
Q4687. The Date Palm (Phoenix dactylifera) requires a specific climate for successful fruit maturation. Which phrase best describes this requirement?
Explanation
The Date Palm requires a very specific climate characterized by long, hot summers to ensure successful fruit maturation. Most importantly, the period of fruit ripening must be dry, as even moderate rainfall or high humidity at this stage can ruin the harvest. These conditions are perfectly met in the arid districts of western Rajasthan, making the state a promising region.
Q4688. The organized Ekki Movement led by Motilal Tejawat was officially launched in 1921 from which culturally significant location in Mewar?
Explanation
Motilal Tejawat officially launched the organized Ekki Movement in 1921 at Matrikundia, located in the Rashmi subdivision of Chittorgarh. Matrikundia is a sacred pilgrimage site, often called the ‘Haridwar of Mewar’. Choosing such a culturally significant location helped Tejawat gather a massive audience and gave the movement a sacred character, as the participants took solemn oaths to maintain unity and resist oppression.
Q4689. Consider the following statements regarding Vedanta and its sub-schools:
I. Advaita Vedanta, propounded by Adi Shankaracharya, advocates strict non-dualism.
II. Vishishtadvaita of Ramanuja claims that the world is an absolute illusion and Individual Souls do not exist.
III. Dvaita Vedanta of Madhvacharya asserts an absolute, eternal difference between the individual soul and Brahman.
IV. Purva Mimamsa focuses heavily on the Jnana-kanda of the Vedas, unlike Vedanta.
V. The Brahma Sutras form one of the foundational texts (Prasthanatrayi) for all major Vedanta schools.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
I. Advaita Vedanta, propounded by Adi Shankaracharya, advocates strict non-dualism.
II. Vishishtadvaita of Ramanuja claims that the world is an absolute illusion and Individual Souls do not exist.
III. Dvaita Vedanta of Madhvacharya asserts an absolute, eternal difference between the individual soul and Brahman.
IV. Purva Mimamsa focuses heavily on the Jnana-kanda of the Vedas, unlike Vedanta.
V. The Brahma Sutras form one of the foundational texts (Prasthanatrayi) for all major Vedanta schools.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
Explanation
Vedanta encompasses several sub-schools that interpret the relationship between the individual soul and the absolute reality. While some advocate for strict non-dualism, others emphasize qualified non-dualism or complete dualism. These interpretations are primarily based on foundational texts like the Upanishads and Brahma Sutras. Understanding these distinctions is essential for grasping the diverse metaphysical landscape of classical Indian philosophical traditions and their teachings.
Q4690. Given below are two statements, one labelled as
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): The President can proclaim a National Emergency even before the actual occurrence of war or external aggression.
Reason (R): Article 352 allows the proclamation if the President is satisfied that there is an imminent danger thereof. 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 President can proclaim a National Emergency even before the actual occurrence of war or external aggression.
Reason (R): Article 352 allows the proclamation if the President is satisfied that there is an imminent danger thereof. In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?
Explanation
Article 352 allows the President to proclaim a National Emergency if he is satisfied that there is an imminent danger of war, external aggression, or armed rebellion. This means the emergency can be declared before the actual event occurs. This preemptive power is crucial for the government to take necessary defensive measures to protect the country’s security effectively.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 4681 | (a) A massive defeat of the ruling state party in the Lok Sabha elections. |
| 4682 | (a) Drip irrigation and hardy varieties like ‘Bhagwa’ |
| 4683 | (b) A resolution to abstain from alcohol and meat. |
| 4684 | (b) Purva Mimamsa - Jaimini |
| 4685 | (b) Permanently, unless repealed or altered by the State Legislature. |
| 4686 | (b) Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport - Guwahati |
| 4687 | (b) Hot, dry summers with minimal rain during fruit ripening. |
| 4688 | (b) Matrikundia |
| 4689 | (b) II and IV only |
| 4690 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
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