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RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Energy, Transportation and Communication
Q4741. Match List I with List II:
Major Port
Distinctive Feature/State
A. Mormugao
i. Deepest landlocked and protected port
B. Visakhapatnam
ii. Located at the entrance of the Zuari estuary (Goa)
C. Kochi
iii. Riverine port acting as a subsidiary to Kolkata
D. Haldia
iv. Located at the head of Vembanad Kayal
Select the correct code:
Explanation
Major ports have distinctive geographical and functional features. Mormugao is located at the Zuari estuary in Goa, and Visakhapatnam is known for being a deep, landlocked, and protected harbor. Kochi is situated at the head of the Vembanad Kayal, and Haldia serves as a vital riverine subsidiary port to Kolkata. These features determine the types of cargo handled and the operational efficiency of each port.
RAS PrelimsHealth, Environment and Agriculture · Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry and Animal Husbandry in Rajasthan
Q4742. Consider the following statements regarding Medicinal and Aromatic Plants (MAPs) in Rajasthan: I. Aloe vera cultivation thrives in arid and semi-arid conditions due to its succulent nature. II. Guggal (Commiphora wightii) is an important medicinal plant native to the arid tracts, valued for its resin. III. Safed Musli is grown as a kharif crop and requires well-drained loamy soils. IV. The processing of Isabgol involves the separation of the seed husk, which holds the primary medicinal value. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Rajasthan possesses a diverse range of medicinal and aromatic plants. Aloe vera and Guggal are well-adapted to arid conditions, with Guggal being prized for its unique resin. Safed Musli is grown as a profitable Kharif crop in loamy soils. Furthermore, the processing of Isabgol involves separating the husk, which is the primary part used in medicine. All these statements are correct.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Peasant, Tribal and Praja Mandal Movements
Q4743. In which year was the Meena Kshatriya Mahasabha established to organize the community socially and politically against state atrocities?
Explanation
The Meena Kshatriya Mahasabha was set up in 1933 to organise the community socially and politically against state atrocities.
RAS PrelimsIndian Polity and Governance · Emergency Provisions
Q4744. What is the fundamental rationale behind providing emergency provisions in the Indian Constitution?
Explanation
The emergency provisions exist to safeguard the sovereignty, unity, integrity and security of the country. They are not meant to create a dictatorship or to centralise power for its own sake.
RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Energy, Transportation and Communication
Q4745. Identify the incorrect statement regarding the Sagarmala Project:
Explanation
The Sagarmala Project is a comprehensive programme that includes modernizing existing ports as well as developing new ones. Its primary goals are port-led industrialization, reducing logistics costs, and enhancing connectivity between ports and the hinterland. It also places a strong emphasis on coastal community development and promoting coastal shipping. Therefore, focusing exclusively on new ports is not a correct description of this multi-faceted initiative.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Peasant, Tribal and Praja Mandal Movements
Q4746. The religious and historical text ‘Meena Purana’, which played a crucial role in instilling a sense of pride and historical consciousness among the Meenas, was authored by:
Explanation
The Meena Purana, which gave the Meenas pride in their history, was written by Muni Magan Sagar.
RAS PrelimsIndian Polity and Governance · Emergency Provisions
Q4747. Arrange the following stages of imposing and extending a State Emergency under Article 356 in sequential order: A. Proclamation of President’s Rule B. Approval by both Houses of Parliament within two months C. Expiry of the initial six-month period D. Certification by the Election Commission for extension beyond one year E. Parliamentary approval for extension for another six months Select the correct sequence:
Explanation
The President first proclaims President’s Rule, and Parliament must approve it within two months. If it lasts for the initial six months, Parliament can approve an extension of six months at a time, and beyond one year the Election Commission must certify the need. The order is A, B, C, E, D.
RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Physiographic Divisions of India
Q4748. A major, highly engineered railway line runs parallel to the western coast of India. The engineers constructing tunnels and bridges through this challenging region had to heavily cut across highly resistant, steep-sided mountainous escarpments. Which exact physiographic feature were they continuously traversing?
Explanation
The Konkan Railway is a major engineering marvel that runs parallel to the western coast of India. To build this line, engineers had to navigate the extremely challenging terrain of the Western Ghats. This involved constructing numerous tunnels and bridges through the steep-sided, rugged mountain escarpments. The range acts as a formidable barrier between the narrow coastal strip and the elevated interior of the plateau.
RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Energy, Transportation and Communication
Q4749. Read the following statements regarding port-led development under Sagarmala and select the correct option: Statement I: Sagarmala envisions the creation of Coastal Economic Zones (CEZs) near major ports. Statement II: Coastal Economic Zones reduce logistics costs by bringing manufacturing closer to the point of export and import.
Explanation
Sagarmala aims to establish Coastal Economic Zones near major ports to create industrial hubs close to maritime gateways. By situating manufacturing and processing units near ports, the cost and time required for transporting goods for export or import are significantly reduced. This strategic integration of industrial zones with port infrastructure is designed to enhance India’s trade competitiveness and drive regional economic development through efficient logistics.
RAS PrelimsHealth, Environment and Agriculture · Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry and Animal Husbandry in Rajasthan
Q4750. The over-exploitation and unscientific tapping of which native medicinal plant in Rajasthan has led to its placement in the threatened/ endangered category?
Explanation
Guggal is a native medicinal shrub of Rajasthan valued for its aromatic resin used in treating various ailments. Unfortunately, over-exploitation and unscientific tapping methods to extract the resin have led to a drastic decline in its population. It is now categorized as a threatened or endangered species. Conservation efforts are being made to promote sustainable harvesting and prevent its extinction.
Answer key for these questions
Q
Correct answer
4741
(a) A-ii, B-i, C-iv, D-iii
4742
(c) I, II, III, and IV
4743
(c) 1933
4744
(b) To safeguard the sovereignty, unity, integrity, and security of the country
4745
(b) Its sole focus is the construction of new major ports without upgrading existing ones.
4746
(c) Muni Magan Sagar
4747
(c) A, B, C, E, D
4748
(c) The Western Ghats
4749
(a) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct, and Statement II explains Statement I.
4750
(c) Guggal (Commiphora wightii)
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