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RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Major Rivers and Lakes of India
Q5181. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Lake
Key Feature
A. Dal Lake
i. Floating islands called Phumdis
B. Loktak Lake
ii. Largest inland salt lake
C. Chilika Lake
iii. Largest coastal lagoon
D. Sambhar Lake
iv. Urban lake famous for houseboats (Shikaras)
Codes:
Explanation
Dal Lake is the urban lake famous for houseboats (Shikaras), Loktak has floating phumdis, Chilika is the largest coastal lagoon and Sambhar is the largest inland salt lake. This gives A-iv, B-i, C-iii, D-ii.
RAS PrelimsScience and Technology · Science and Technology Policies and Government Programmes
Q5182. Identify the correct statement about the BharatNet project under the Digital India Mission.
Explanation
The BharatNet project is a critical component of the Digital India Mission, aiming to connect all gram panchayats in the country with high-speed broadband. It is recognized as the world’s largest rural connectivity program using optical fiber. By providing internet access to rural communities, BharatNet facilitates e-governance, e-health, and e-education, thereby promoting inclusive growth and digital literacy.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Integration of Rajasthan
Q5183. Consider the following statements regarding the B.R. Patel Committee: I. It was formed to resolve the dispute over the capital city for Greater Rajasthan. II. It recommended Jodhpur as the capital based on its geographical centrality. III. It recommended the establishment of the High Court in Jodhpur. Which combination of the above statements is correct?
Explanation
The B.R. Patel Committee was established to resolve contentious issues regarding the capital and the distribution of institutions. While it successfully chose the capital city, it recommended Jaipur, not Jodhpur, as the seat of government. However, it did recommend that the High Court be established in Jodhpur to ensure a fair distribution of administrative power among the major states.
RAS PrelimsMedieval Indian History · Delhi Sultanate
Q5184. Which of the following statements about trade and commerce during the Delhi Sultanate is incorrect?
Explanation
Trade and commerce flourished during the Delhi Sultanate, supported by a specialized merchant class and a sophisticated financial system. The use of Hundis facilitated long-distance transactions, and an active internal network ensured the movement of goods. Far from ceasing, the export of Indian textiles, spices, and other commodities to the Middle East and Southeast Asia remained a vital part of the economy.
RAS PrelimsIndian Polity and Governance · Local Government: Panchayati Raj and Urban Bodies
Q5185. What is the most appropriate description of the primary significance of the Gram Sabha in the Panchayati Raj system?
Explanation
The Gram Sabha is considered the foundation of the Panchayati Raj system because it represents the most direct form of participatory democracy. It allows every registered voter in a village to participate in the decision-making process, monitor the functioning of the Gram Panchayat, and ensure accountability. This involvement is essential for making local governance truly responsive to the needs of the community.
RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Major Rivers and Lakes of India
Q5186. Consider the following statements regarding Loktak Lake: I. It is located in the state of Manipur. II. It is known for its floating circular swamps called phumdis. III. Keibul Lamjao, the world’s only floating national park, is situated here. IV. It is the natural habitat of the endangered Sangai deer. V. It is designated as a wetland of international importance under the Ramsar Convention. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Loktak Lake is in Manipur, has floating swamps called phumdis, holds the Keibul Lamjao, the only floating national park, is the home of the endangered Sangai deer and is a Ramsar site. All five statements are correct.
RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Skill Development and Employment Generation
Q5187. The National Commission for Enterprises in the Unorganised Sector (NCEUS), which provided critical insights into informal sector employment in India, was chaired by:
Explanation
The National Commission for Enterprises in the Unorganised Sector was established to analyze the conditions of the informal workforce in India. Under the chairmanship of Arjun Sengupta, the commission highlighted the extreme vulnerabilities of millions of workers lacking formal contracts and social security. Its landmark reports provided the intellectual foundation for many subsequent social welfare policies and reforms targeting the vast unorganized segment.
RAS PrelimsScience and Technology · Science and Technology Policies and Government Programmes
Q5188. What is the primary function of the UMANG app developed under Digital India?
Explanation
The UMANG app was developed as part of the Digital India initiative to offer citizens a unified platform for accessing hundreds of central and state government services. Through a single mobile application, users can pay utility bills, access healthcare services, and manage their documents. This initiative significantly improves the ease of interacting with the government and enhances the efficiency of service delivery.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Integration of Rajasthan
Q5189. Based on the recommendations of the B.R. Patel Committee, which city was definitively made the capital of Greater Rajasthan?
Explanation
Based on the recommendations of the B.R. Patel Committee, Jaipur was selected as the permanent capital of Greater Rajasthan. The committee favored Jaipur due to its superior infrastructure, historical significance, and central administrative capacity.
RAS PrelimsMedieval Indian History · Delhi Sultanate
Q5190. Consider the following statements regarding the architecture of the Delhi Sultanate: I. The Quwwat-ul-Islam mosque was constructed using materials from demolished Hindu and Jain temples. II. The Alai Darwaza is notable for being one of the first structures in India to use a scientifically accurate true arch and dome. III. Tughlaq architecture is characterized by sloping walls (batter) and the minimal use of decorative elements. IV. Lodi tombs are exclusively square-shaped and lack the octagonal design found in earlier monuments. Which of the combinations of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Early Sultanate architecture often used materials from older structures, as seen in the Quwwat-ul-Islam mosque. The Khalji period introduced the true arch and dome in the Alai Darwaza. Tughlaq buildings were characterized by their distinct sloping walls. While some Lodi tombs were square, the dynasty is actually famous for introducing octagonal tomb designs, which became a hallmark of their specific style.
Answer key for these questions
Q
Correct answer
5181
(a) A-iv, B-i, C-iii, D-ii
5182
(b) It is the world’s largest rural broadband connectivity programme using Optical Fibre.
5183
(b) I and III only
5184
(d) The total cessation of the export of Indian textiles and spices to the Middle East and Southeast Asia.
5185
(d) It serves as the foundation of decentralized participatory democracy.
5186
(d) I, II, III, IV and V
5187
(d) Arjun Sengupta
5188
(d) To provide a single platform for accessing government services
5189
(a) Jaipur
5190
(b) I, II and III only
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