Q5091. Who was appointed as the Prime Minister of the Rajasthan Union formed on 25 March 1948?
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Q5092. Match List-I (Constitutional Articles on Reservation) with List-II (Institution/Process):
| Constitutional Articles on Reservation | Institution/Process |
|---|---|
| A. Article 243D | i. Elections to Municipalities |
| B. Article 243T | ii. Reservation in Panchayats |
| C. Article 243K | iii. Reservation in Municipalities |
| D. Article 243ZA | iv. Elections to Panchayats |
Explanation
Article 243D covers the reservation of seats in Panchayats, while Article 243T addresses reservation in Municipalities. Similarly, Article 243K deals with the conduct of elections to Panchayats through the State Election Commission. Article 243ZA provides the constitutional basis for elections to Municipalities, ensuring that the democratic process is consistently applied across both rural and urban local government bodies.
Q5093. Identify the correct pair regarding initiatives promoting women’s workforce participation:
Explanation
Mission Shakti serves as a comprehensive umbrella initiative designed to strengthen interventions for women’s safety and empowerment. It integrates various schemes to provide a holistic support system throughout their life cycle. Other initiatives, like the amended maternity act, actually increased paid leave to twenty-six weeks. Such policies are vital for encouraging higher female labor force participation by addressing safety, healthcare, and work-life balance requirements.
Q5094. Which financial mechanism was established by the National Innovation Foundation (NIF) in collaboration with SIDBI to provide financial support to grassroots innovators?
Explanation
To provide financial support to grassroots innovators, the National Innovation Foundation established the Micro Venture Innovation Fund in collaboration with SIDBI. This fund is specifically designed to address the unique financing needs of small-scale innovations that may not qualify for traditional venture capital. It helps innovators bridge the gap between prototyping and commercialization, enabling them to scale their solutions.
Q5095. Which ruler uttered the famous words, "I am signing my own death warrant," while signing the merger agreement for the Rajasthan Union?
Explanation
Maharawal Chandraveer Singh of Banswara is famously remembered for his emotional remark while signing the merger agreement for the Rajasthan Union.
Q5096. Which of the following represents the correct historical sequence of the establishment of local self-government milestones in independent India?
Explanation
The evolution of local self-government in India began with the Community Development Programme in 1952. Its evaluation led to the appointment of the Balwantrai Mehta Committee in 1957. Later, the Ashok Mehta Committee in 1977 suggested major reforms. This long process of refinement eventually culminated in the landmark 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act of 1992, which institutionalized Panchayati Raj.
Q5097. What is the most common cause and effect relationship associated with chronic rural unemployment and distress in India?
Explanation
Chronic rural unemployment in India is often exacerbated by a lack of diverse, non-agricultural job opportunities in villages. When agricultural productivity stagnates or becomes seasonal, rural residents face severe economic distress. This situation frequently forces individuals to migrate to urban centers in search of livelihoods, often resulting in the expansion of urban slums and increased pressure on city infrastructure and basic services.
Q5098. In the context of the National Innovation Foundation (NIF), which of the following statements is true regarding its role in intellectual property rights (IPR)?
Explanation
The National Innovation Foundation plays a proactive role in protecting the intellectual property of grassroots innovators. It provides legal and technical assistance to help them file patents for their unique creations both in India and abroad. This support ensures that the innovators retain ownership of their ideas and can benefit financially from their inventions while preventing unauthorized exploitation.
Q5099. Match the states in Phase 2 in List I with their ruling dynasties in List II.
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| State in Phase 2 | Ruling Dynasty |
|---|---|
| A. Kota | i. Jhala |
| B. Pratapgarh | ii. Hada |
| C. Shahpura | iii. Sisodia |
| D. Jhalawar | iv. Guhil |
Explanation
The second phase included states with diverse ruling families. Kota was ruled by the Hada Chauhan dynasty, and Pratapgarh was governed by the Guhil branch. Shahpura was under the Sisodia dynasty, while Jhalawar was ruled by the Jhala dynasty. These various clans agreed to unify their territories into the Rajasthan Union under the guidance of the States Department in 1948.
Q5100. The concept of Gram Sabha is best understood as an example of which type of democracy?
Explanation
The Gram Sabha is the most prominent example of direct democracy in the Indian political system. Unlike representative democracy where citizens elect officials to make decisions on their behalf, the Gram Sabha involves the direct participation of all registered voters in a village. This assembly allows every resident to have a voice in the planning and implementation of local development.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 5091 | (d) Gokul Lal Asawa |
| 5092 | (a) A-ii, B-iii, C-iv, D-i |
| 5093 | (d) Mission Shakti : An umbrella scheme for the safety, security, and empowerment of women |
| 5094 | (c) Micro Venture Innovation Fund (MVIF) |
| 5095 | (c) Maharawal Chandraveer Singh of Banswara |
| 5096 | (a) Community Development Programme, Balwantrai Mehta Committee, Ashok Mehta Committee, 73rd Amendment |
| 5097 | (c) Lack of non-farm jobs causing distress migration to urban slums |
| 5098 | (b) NIF assists grassroots innovators in filing patents to protect their intellectual property. |
| 5099 | (b) A-ii, B-iv, C-iii, D-i |
| 5100 | (b) Direct democracy |
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