Q5171. Which of the following is NOT one of the three core vision areas of the Digital India programme?
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Q5172. Who was uniquely designated as the "Maharajpramukh" for life upon the formation of Greater Rajasthan?
Explanation
Upon the creation of Greater Rajasthan, the unique and prestigious title of "Maharajpramukh" was created specifically for Maharana Bhupal Singh of Udaipur. This lifetime appointment was a special concession to respect the unique historical status and seniority of the Mewar ruler among the Rajput princes. It allowed him to maintain his ceremonial rank while the actual administrative duties transitioned elsewhere.
Q5173. Consider the following statements regarding the nobility’s opposition to Raziya Sultan:
I. They were offended by her independent manner and refusal to be a puppet ruler.
II. Her appointment of non-Turks, like Jamal-ud-din Yaqut, angered the Turkish monopoly.
III. She launched an unprovoked attack on the Caliphate, losing religious legitimacy.
Which of the combinations of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. They were offended by her independent manner and refusal to be a puppet ruler.
II. Her appointment of non-Turks, like Jamal-ud-din Yaqut, angered the Turkish monopoly.
III. She launched an unprovoked attack on the Caliphate, losing religious legitimacy.
Which of the combinations of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The Turkish nobility’s opposition to Raziya Sultan was rooted in both social and political reasons. They found her assertive and independent leadership style unacceptable for a female ruler. Furthermore, her decision to promote non- Turkish officials, such as the Abyssinian slave Yaqut, directly challenged the Turkish monopoly over high administrative posts. This resentment eventually led to widespread rebellions and her ultimate removal.
Q5174. All of the following are features of the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act EXCEPT:
Explanation
The 73rd Amendment Act introduced features like the mandatory constitution of Gram Sabhas, regular elections within six months of dissolution, and a minimum age of twenty-one for contesting elections. While the Act mandates State Finance and Election Commissions, it does not contain a specific constitutional provision for a State Planning Board, which is generally established through state executive or legislative action.
Q5175. Identify the correctly matched pair of natural lakes and their respective states:
Explanation
Wular Lake is in Jammu and Kashmir. Loktak is in Manipur, Dal Lake in Jammu and Kashmir and Chilika in Odisha, so the other pairs are wrong.
Q5176. Which of the following demographic segments is most appropriately referred to as the "working-age population" in the context of calculating India’s demographic dividend?
Explanation
In the context of the demographic dividend, the working-age population is traditionally defined as the cohort between fifteen and fifty-nine years of age. This group represents the productive engine of the economy. A high proportion of individuals in this age bracket, compared to dependents like children and the elderly, allows a nation to achieve higher economic growth through increased labor supply and savings.
Q5177. The Digital India Mission rests on Nine Pillars of growth. Which of the following represents one of these pillars?
Explanation
One of the nine pillars of growth under the Digital India Mission is the development of Broadband Highways. This pillar focuses on providing high-speed internet connectivity across the entire country, including rural areas. By building a robust digital network, the government aims to enable the seamless delivery of various electronic services and foster economic development through improved information access.
Q5178. Who was appointed as the Rajpramukh of Greater Rajasthan?
Explanation
Sawai Man Singh II of Jaipur was appointed as the Rajpramukh of Greater Rajasthan when the union was formed on March 30, 1949. His appointment followed intense negotiations regarding the leadership and capital of the new entity. He continued to serve as the constitutional head of the state until the post was replaced by the office of Governor in 1956.
Q5179. Consider the following statements regarding the land revenue system under Alauddin Khalji:
Statement I: Under Alauddin Khalji, the state demanded half of the agricultural produce as land revenue (Kharaj) in the Doab region.
Statement II: Alauddin Khalji’s land revenue system was based on the measurement of land (Masahat) rather than crop-sharing.
Select the correct response regarding the above statements:
Statement I: Under Alauddin Khalji, the state demanded half of the agricultural produce as land revenue (Kharaj) in the Doab region.
Statement II: Alauddin Khalji’s land revenue system was based on the measurement of land (Masahat) rather than crop-sharing.
Select the correct response regarding the above statements:
Explanation
Alauddin Khalji implemented a highly centralized and rigorous land revenue system to maximize state income. In the fertile Doab region, he increased the state’s share to fifty percent of the total agricultural produce.
Q5180. Match List-I (Panchayati Raj Tiers) with List-II (Elected Head):
| Panchayati Raj Tiers | Elected Head |
|---|---|
| A. Gram Panchayat | i. Pradhan |
| B. Panchayat Samiti | ii. Zila Pramukh |
| C. Zila Parishad | iii. Sarpanch |
| D. Gram Sabha | iv. No elected head (Body of voters) |
Explanation
Each tier of the Panchayati Raj system has a designated head. The Gram Panchayat is headed by a Sarpanch, while the Panchayat Samiti is led by a Pradhan or Chairman. The Zila Parishad is headed by the Zila Pramukh or President. The Gram Sabha, being a general assembly of all voters, does not have a separate elected head in the same way.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 5171 | (d) Mandatory Digital Currency Usage |
| 5172 | (c) Maharana Bhupal Singh |
| 5173 | (a) I and II only |
| 5174 | (c) A separate constitutional provision for a State Planning Board. |
| 5175 | (c) Wular Lake - Jammu and Kashmir |
| 5176 | (b) 15-59 years |
| 5177 | (c) Broadband Highways |
| 5178 | (b) Sawai Man Singh II |
| 5179 | (a) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct. |
| 5180 | (a) A-iii, B-i, C-ii, D-iv |
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