Q5631. Under the Ayushman Bharat - PMJAY scheme, the costs related to treatment, hospital stay, and post-hospitalization expenses are covered. Which of the following represents the correct number of days for pre and post-hospitalization coverage?
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Q5632. Read the following statements and select the correct option:
Assertion (A): Vikram Sarabhai prioritized satellite broadcasting and remote sensing in the early days of the Indian space programme.
Reason (R): He firmly believed that space technology should be utilized for education, agriculture, and national development.
Assertion (A): Vikram Sarabhai prioritized satellite broadcasting and remote sensing in the early days of the Indian space programme.
Reason (R): He firmly believed that space technology should be utilized for education, agriculture, and national development.
Explanation
Vikram Sarabhai championed satellite technology specifically for its potential to transform rural India. He believed that tools like broadcasting and remote sensing were not luxuries but necessities for a developing country. His focus on these areas was rooted in the firm conviction that advanced science should serve national goals like education, improved agriculture, and efficient resource management.
Q5633. Which of the following features is most closely associated with the architectural style of the Nathdwara temple?
Explanation
The Nathdwara temple of Shrinathji looks like a haveli, a large residence, because it was planned as the home of the deity. It does not follow the usual Nagara temple plan.
Q5634. The Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme (IGMDP), spearheaded by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, was formally launched by the Government of India in which year?
Explanation
The Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme (IGMDP) was a strategic initiative launched by the Indian government in 1983. Managed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation, it aimed to achieve self-reliance in missile technology. Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam was appointed as the chief executive, leading the development of several iconic missile systems that form India’s strategic deterrent today.
Q5635. Identify the correct statement regarding the Dilwara Jain Temples.
Explanation
The Pittalhar temple at Dilwara is known for its large brass image of Adinath, the first Tirthankara. The temples were built by Solanki-period patrons and are in marble, not red sandstone.
Q5636. Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam strongly advocated the concept of PURA for India’s development. What does PURA stand for?
Explanation
Dr. Kalam advocated for the PURA model to bridge the developmental gap between cities and villages. The concept involves providing four types of connectivity to rural clusters: physical, electronic, knowledge, and economic. By ensuring that rural areas have access to modern infrastructure and opportunities, he believed India could achieve balanced national growth and reduce the migration pressure on urban centers.
Q5637. Consider the following structural elements found in Rajasthani fort architecture:
I. Pols (Gateways)
II. Burj (Bastions)
III. Kangura (Battlements)
IV. Chhatri (Cenotaphs/Pavilions)
V. Jharokha (Overhanging enclosed balconies)
Which of the above combination of architectural elements served primarily defensive or military purposes?
I. Pols (Gateways)
II. Burj (Bastions)
III. Kangura (Battlements)
IV. Chhatri (Cenotaphs/Pavilions)
V. Jharokha (Overhanging enclosed balconies)
Which of the above combination of architectural elements served primarily defensive or military purposes?
Explanation
Pols (gateways), Burj (bastions) and Kangura (battlements) were defensive features. Chhatris and Jharokhas were mainly decorative or for comfort and viewing, so I, II and III are the answer.
Q5638. Identify the odd one out among the missiles developed under the original Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme (IGMDP).
Explanation
The original IGMDP included five specific missile projects: Prithvi, Agni, Trishul, Akash, and Nag. These covered various roles from surface-to-surface to anti-tank capabilities. The BrahMos is a supersonic cruise missile developed later through a successful joint venture between India and Russia. While a critical part of the current arsenal, it was not part of the initial 1983 programme.
Q5639. The Nathdwara temple has historically been the focal point for the development of which traditional art form?
Explanation
Nathdwara became the centre for Pichhwai painting, the large cloth paintings hung behind the idol of Shrinathji. The Bani Thani style belongs to Kishangarh and Phad to Bhilwara.
Q5640. The famous Hazara Rama temple, known for its intricate bas-reliefs depicting scenes from the Ramayana, was built by which Vijayanagar ruler?
Explanation
The Hazara Rama temple was built by Krishnadeva Raya in the early 16th century within the royal enclosure of Hampi. It was designed primarily as a private place of worship for the royal family. The temple is renowned for its beautifully sculpted outer walls, which contain multiple rows of bas-reliefs depicting episodes from the Ramayana, showcasing the high artistic standards of the Tuluva period.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 5631 | (b) 3 days pre-hospitalization and 15 days post- hospitalization |
| 5632 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 5633 | (c) A layout resembling a residential haveli rather than the design of a traditional Nagara temple. |
| 5634 | (c) 1983 |
| 5635 | (a) The Pittalhar Temple is famous for its massive brass image of the first Tirthankara, Adinath. |
| 5636 | (a) Provision of Urban Amenities to Rural Areas |
| 5637 | (a) I, II, and III |
| 5638 | (d) BrahMos |
| 5639 | (b) Pichhwai painting |
| 5640 | (b) Krishnadeva Raya |
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