Q4721. Identify the odd one out. The Charvaka philosophy accepts the physical reality of only four fundamental elements. Which of the following traditional elements is rejected by Charvaka?
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Q4722. Select the correct order of the Presidents who signed the proclamations for the National Emergencies of 1962, 1971, and 1975 respectively.
Explanation
The Emergencies of 1962, 1971 and 1975 were proclaimed by President S. Radhakrishnan, V. V. Giri and Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed respectively.
Q4723. In the specific context of the soil composition in the Northern Plains, the term ‘Kankar’ strictly refers to:
Explanation
In the context of the Northern Plains, the term ‘Kankar’ refers to hard, nodular deposits of calcium carbonate. These are predominantly found in the Bhangar soil, which is the older alluvium situated above the active floodplains.
Q4724. Consider the following statements regarding ports in India:
I. Jawaharlal Nehru Port (JNPT) is the largest container port in India.
II. Kandla (Deendayal Port) is a tidal port located in the Gulf of Kutch.
III. Kamarajar Port (Ennore) is the first major port in India registered as a company.
IV. Mundra is the largest private port in India.
V. Kolkata Port is a major coastal sea port located directly on the Bay of Bengal.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. Jawaharlal Nehru Port (JNPT) is the largest container port in India.
II. Kandla (Deendayal Port) is a tidal port located in the Gulf of Kutch.
III. Kamarajar Port (Ennore) is the first major port in India registered as a company.
IV. Mundra is the largest private port in India.
V. Kolkata Port is a major coastal sea port located directly on the Bay of Bengal.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Jawaharlal Nehru Port is India’s largest container port, while Kandla is a major tidal port in Gujarat. Kamarajar Port is unique for being the first major port registered as a company, and Mundra is the largest private port. However, Kolkata Port is actually a riverine port located on the Hooghly River, rather than being situated directly on the coastal sea front.
Q4725. The following question consists of two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Examine these two statements carefully and select the correct answer from the codes given below:
Assertion (A): Isabgol (Psyllium) is a major medicinal crop cultivated in the Jalore and Barmer districts of Rajasthan.
Reason (R): Isabgol requires heavily waterlogged soils and high humidity throughout its growth cycle.
Assertion (A): Isabgol (Psyllium) is a major medicinal crop cultivated in the Jalore and Barmer districts of Rajasthan.
Reason (R): Isabgol requires heavily waterlogged soils and high humidity throughout its growth cycle.
Explanation
Isabgol is indeed a major medicinal crop cultivated in the Jalore and Barmer districts of Rajasthan, contributing significantly to India’s export. However, the reason provided is incorrect because Isabgol does not require waterlogged soils.
Q4726. Read the following statements regarding the ‘Mewar Pukar’ and select the correct option:
Statement I: The Mewar Pukar was a charter of 21 demands presented to the Maharana of Mewar on behalf of the agitating peasants and tribals.
Statement II: The outright rejection of several key demands by the Maharana led to an escalation of the Ekki movement into a militant non-tax campaign.
Statement I: The Mewar Pukar was a charter of 21 demands presented to the Maharana of Mewar on behalf of the agitating peasants and tribals.
Statement II: The outright rejection of several key demands by the Maharana led to an escalation of the Ekki movement into a militant non-tax campaign.
Explanation
The Mewar Pukar was a charter of 21 demands put to the Maharana on behalf of agitating peasants and tribals, so Statement I is correct. The rejection of several demands pushed the Ekki movement towards a militant non-tax campaign, so Statement II is correct too.
Q4727. Which of the following concepts is NOT rejected by the Lokayata (Charvaka) philosophy?
Explanation
The materialistic school denies all spiritual and metaphysical concepts, including the authority of scriptures, the law of karma, and the existence of an immortal soul. Its proponents focus entirely on the tangible world. They accept the physical body as the only reality of a person, arguing that consciousness is merely an accidental byproduct of specific material combinations that ceases completely upon death.
Q4728. During a National Emergency, what is the maximum duration for which the state executive can be directed by the Union?
Explanation
During a National Emergency the Union can give directions to a State on how its executive power is to be used, and this lasts as long as the Emergency is in operation.
Q4729. Which of the following statements correctly and fundamentally differentiates the major Peninsular rivers from the Himalayan rivers?
Explanation
Peninsular rivers are much older than Himalayan rivers and have reached a mature stage of development. Consequently, they flow through broad and shallow valleys with graded profiles, indicating that they have nearly reached their base level of erosion. In contrast, Himalayan rivers are youthful and active, cutting deep V-shaped valleys and gorges as they flow through the high, rising mountains of the north.
Q4730. Identify the odd one out among the following major Indian ports based on their coast (East Coast vs. West Coast):
Explanation
Paradip is a major port located on the East Coast of India in the state of Odisha. In contrast, Kandla, Mormugao, and New Mangalore are all major ports situated along the West Coast. This geographical distinction is fundamental for understanding trade routes, as west coast ports primarily serve trade with Europe and the Middle East, while east coast ports focus on Southeast Asia.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 4721 | (a) Ether/Space (Akasha) |
| 4722 | (a) S. Radhakrishnan, V.V. Giri, Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed |
| 4723 | (a) Hard, nodular calcareous deposits found predominantly in the older alluvium (Bhangar). |
| 4724 | (a) I, II, III and IV |
| 4725 | (c) A is true but R is false. |
| 4726 | (a) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct |
| 4727 | (c) The material existence of the physical body |
| 4728 | (c) As long as the emergency is in operation |
| 4729 | (c) Peninsular rivers flow through shallow valleys with graded profiles, unlike the deep valleys of Himalayan rivers. |
| 4730 | (c) Paradip |
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