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RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Peasant, Tribal and Praja Mandal Movements
Q4811. Read the following statements regarding Jai Narayan Vyas and select the correct option: Statement I: He authored the controversial booklets ‘Marwar Ki Avastha’ and ‘Popabai Ki Pol’ to expose the corruption and misrule of the Jodhpur state administration. Statement II: He was the sole representative of the Rajputana states in the First Round Table Conference in London.
Explanation
Jai Narayan Vyas wrote ‘Marwar Ki Avastha’ and ‘Popabai Ki Pol’ to expose the corruption in Jodhpur’s administration. However, he was not the sole representative of the Rajputana states at the First Round Table Conference. That role was typically occupied by the princely rulers or their nominated Dewans. Vyas was a grassroots leader whose influence came from mass mobilization rather than official colonial diplomatic representation.
RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Energy, Transportation and Communication
Q4812. Identify the incorrect statement regarding the National Logistics Policy (NLP) 2022:
Explanation
The National Logistics Policy 2022 actually promotes the use of digital platforms like the Unified Logistics Interface Platform to streamline data and improve efficiency. Its primary goals include reducing logistics costs to global benchmarks and improving India’s international ranking. By fostering a data-driven ecosystem and simplifying regulatory processes, the policy aims to make the movement of goods faster and more cost-effective.
RAS PrelimsHealth, Environment and Agriculture · Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry and Animal Husbandry in Rajasthan
Q4813. Which fast-growing exotic tree species was extensively planted in Rajasthan for afforestation and canal bank stabilization, but later criticized for lowering the water table and suppressing local biodiversity?
Explanation
Prosopis juliflora, locally known as Vilayati Babool, was introduced in Rajasthan for rapid greening and canal stabilization. However, it later faced criticism because it is a highly invasive species that can lower the local water table with its deep roots. It also secretes chemicals that inhibit native vegetation growth, reducing biodiversity. Despite its use as fuelwood, its ecological impact is negative.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Peasant, Tribal and Praja Mandal Movements
Q4814. What is the most appropriate reason for the observance of ‘Krishna Day’ by the Marwar Praja Mandal?
Explanation
‘Krishna Day’ was observed by the Marwar Praja Mandal in 1936 specifically to protest the abduction of a young woman named Krishna and the subsequent failure of the Jodhpur state authorities to take effective action. This event was used by the Praja Mandal to highlight the lack of rule of law and the state’s inability to ensure the safety and justice of its subjects.
RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Energy, Transportation and Communication
Q4815. Read the following statements regarding the PM Gati Shakti initiative and select the correct option: Statement I: It integrates the infrastructure schemes of various Ministries and State Governments like Bharatmala, Sagarmala, inland waterways, and UDAN. Statement II: The plan relies on a Geographic Information System (GIS) based platform with multiple layers of geospatial data.
Explanation
PM Gati Shakti integrates various national infrastructure schemes into a single master plan to ensure coordinated development across different ministries. This integration is powered by a sophisticated GIS-based platform that provides over two hundred layers of geospatial data for better planning. By using this shared digital platform, the government can visualize and synchronize projects, which directly enables the successful integration of diverse transport networks.
RAS PrelimsHealth, Environment and Agriculture · Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry and Animal Husbandry in Rajasthan
Q4816. What is the primary function of ‘Shelterbelts’ planted in the western districts of Rajasthan?
Explanation
Shelterbelts are rows of trees and shrubs planted across the wind direction in the western districts of Rajasthan. Their primary ecological function is to break the high velocity of desert winds, which reduces wind erosion and checks the movement of shifting sand dunes. By protecting agricultural fields and infrastructure from sand burial, shelterbelts play a critical role in desert stabilization.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Peasant, Tribal and Praja Mandal Movements
Q4817. The Mewar Praja Mandal was formally established on 24 April 1938 under the leadership and initiative of:
Explanation
The Mewar Praja Mandal was established in 1938 through the combined efforts of Balwant Singh Mehta and Manikya Lal Verma. While Balwant Singh Mehta served as the first president, Manikya Lal Verma was the driving organizational force behind it. Their collaboration was essential for building a strong political movement in the Mewar state, which eventually became one of the most active in Rajasthan.
RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Energy, Transportation and Communication
Q4818. 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?
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.
RAS PrelimsHealth, Environment and Agriculture · Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry and Animal Husbandry in Rajasthan
Q4819. Farm forestry, a component of social forestry, involves:
Explanation
Farm forestry is a component of social forestry where individual farmers take the initiative to plant and manage trees on their private agricultural lands. The trees can be grown for various purposes, including providing timber for sale, meeting household fuelwood needs, or yielding fruits. This practice helps farmers diversify their income and provides a buffer against crop failure. It increases cover.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Peasant, Tribal and Praja Mandal Movements
Q4820. Consider the following statements regarding the Jaipur Praja Mandal: I. It was the first Praja Mandal in Rajasthan, originally established in 1931 by Kapur Chand Patni. II. It was reorganized in 1936 under the guidance of Jamnalal Bajaj. III. During the Quit India Movement, the Gentlemen’s Agreement was signed between Hiralal Shastri and Mirza Ismail. IV. Baba Harishchandra formed the ‘Azad Morcha’ because he supported the Gentlemen’s Agreement. Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
Explanation
The Jaipur Praja Mandal, founded in 1931 and reorganized in 1936, is historically significant. During the 1942 Quit India Movement, Hiralal Shastri signed the Gentlemen’s Agreement. However, Baba Harishchandra formed the ‘Azad Morcha’ because he opposed the agreement, not because he supported it. He believed the Praja Mandal should actively participate in the national movement rather than staying neutral as the agreement mandated.
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Correct answer
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(c) Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
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(d) It completely restricts the use of digital platforms like the Unified Logistics Interface Platform (ULIP).
4813
(b) Prosopis juliflora (Vilayati Babool)
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(b) To protest the abduction of a woman named Krishna and the state’s failure to give justice.
4815
(a) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct, and Statement II explains Statement I.
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(b) Break wind velocity and check the shifting of sand dunes.
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(d) Both (1) and (2)
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(b) I, II and III
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(a) Farmers planting trees on their own farmlands for commercial or household use.
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(b) IV only
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