Q5661. The unique layout of Jaipur city and its royal palaces heavily relied on the principles of which ancient Indian architectural text?
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Q5662. Who was the de jure ruler (the king) of the Vijayanagar Empire during the Battle of Talikota, while real power rested with Rama Raya?
Explanation
Sadasiva Raya was the nominal or de jure ruler of the Vijayanagar Empire during the time of the Battle of Talikota. However, he exercised very little actual authority, as the real power was concentrated in the hands of his powerful minister and regent, Rama Raya. This period of dual leadership ended abruptly when Rama Raya was captured and executed by the Sultanates during the disastrous battle.
Q5663. Which of the following statements is correct regarding the committee that recommends the appointment of the chairperson and members of the NHRC?
Explanation
The chairperson and members are appointed by the President based on the recommendations of a six-member committee. This committee is led by the Prime Minister and includes the Speaker of the Lok Sabha, the Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, the Home Minister, and the Leaders of the Opposition in both houses. The inclusion of the Leaders of the Opposition ensures that the selection process is multi-partisan and transparent. This collaborative approach is intended to guarantee that the individuals leading the human rights commission have broad credibility and are not seen merely as political appointees of the ruling government.
Q5664. Consider the following statements regarding the Mahila Shakti Kendra (MSK) scheme:
I. It aims to empower rural women through community participation.
II. Student volunteers are encouraged to participate to help women access government schemes.
III. It operates at national, state, district, and block levels.
IV. It prioritizes block-level initiatives in 115 aspirational districts.
V. It was entirely replaced by the Poshan Abhiyan in 2021.
Which of the combination of statements given above is correct?
I. It aims to empower rural women through community participation.
II. Student volunteers are encouraged to participate to help women access government schemes.
III. It operates at national, state, district, and block levels.
IV. It prioritizes block-level initiatives in 115 aspirational districts.
V. It was entirely replaced by the Poshan Abhiyan in 2021.
Which of the combination of statements given above is correct?
Explanation
The Mahila Shakti Kendra scheme focuses on empowering rural women through community participation and awareness. It utilizes student volunteers to help women access various government schemes at national, state, district, and block levels. The initiative prioritizes interventions in 115 aspirational districts to address regional imbalances. It remains a distinct sub-scheme under the Mission Shakti umbrella and was not replaced.
Q5665. Har Gobind Khorana shared the 1968 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for his research detailing how:
Explanation
Har Gobind Khorana’s Nobel-winning research focused on deciphering the genetic code. He experimentally demonstrated how the sequence of four types of nucleotides in DNA and RNA acts as a set of instructions for building proteins. By determining which specific combinations of nucleotides produce which amino acids, his work provided the foundational understanding of how life’s biological blueprint is expressed.
Q5666. The Eklingji Temple complex is comprised of 108 distinct shrines. Which sect of Shaivism is primarily associated with this historic temple?
Explanation
The Eklingji temple complex near Udaipur has 108 shrines. It is linked with the Lakulisha or Pashupata sect of Shaivism, which was the family tradition of the Guhila rulers of Mewar.
Q5667. Consider the following statements regarding the consequences of the Battle of Talikota:
I. The city of Vijayanagara (Hampi) was thoroughly sacked and abandoned.
II. Rama Raya was captured and executed during the battle.
III. Tirumala relocated the capital to Penukonda and founded the Aravidu dynasty.
IV. The Portuguese gained control over the entire Konkan coast without resistance.
V. The Nayakas of Madurai, Tanjore, and Gingee asserted their complete independence shortly thereafter.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. The city of Vijayanagara (Hampi) was thoroughly sacked and abandoned.
II. Rama Raya was captured and executed during the battle.
III. Tirumala relocated the capital to Penukonda and founded the Aravidu dynasty.
IV. The Portuguese gained control over the entire Konkan coast without resistance.
V. The Nayakas of Madurai, Tanjore, and Gingee asserted their complete independence shortly thereafter.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Following the defeat, Hampi was sacked, and Rama Raya was executed. Tirumala subsequently established the Aravidu dynasty at Penukonda. This vacuum of central power allowed regional Nayakas, such as those in Madurai and Tanjore, to gradually assert their independence. However, the Portuguese did not gain control over the entire Konkan coast effortlessly, as they continued to face local resistance and competition from various Deccan powers.
Q5668. Match the NHRC Divisions in List I with the Core Functions in List II:
| NHRC Division | Core Function |
|---|---|
| A. Law Division | i. Scrutinizes complaints and prepares cases for hearings |
| B. Investigation Division | ii. Disseminates information and creates human rights awareness |
| C. Policy Research, Projects and Programmes Division | iii. Undertakes independent on-the-spot inquiries |
| D. Training Division | iv. Conducts studies and advises on human rights policies |
Explanation
The Law Division handles complaint scrutiny, while the Investigation Division performs field inquiries. Policy research is conducted by the specialized research division to advise on broader human rights issues. Finally, the Training Division is responsible for spreading awareness and educating various stakeholders about human rights standards and the legal protections available. These divisions work in coordination to provide a holistic approach to human rights protection. By combining legal scrutiny with on-the-ground investigation and long-term policy studies, the commission can address immediate grievances while also working toward systemic reforms and better public awareness of fundamental human rights.
Q5669. In the following question, a statement of
Assertion (A) is followed by a statement of
Reason (R). Choose the correct option:
Assertion (A): The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 mandates a 4% reservation in government jobs for persons with benchmark disabilities.
Reason (R): The Constitution of India explicitly mentions reservation quotas specifically for disabled persons under Article 16(4).
Assertion (A) is followed by a statement of
Reason (R). Choose the correct option:
Assertion (A): The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 mandates a 4% reservation in government jobs for persons with benchmark disabilities.
Reason (R): The Constitution of India explicitly mentions reservation quotas specifically for disabled persons under Article 16(4).
Explanation
The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, provides a mandatory four percent reservation in government jobs for persons with benchmark disabilities. However, the Constitution of India does not explicitly mention reservation quotas for the disabled under Article 16(4). Such reservations are instead categorized as horizontal reservations, which the State provides through its legislative and executive powers.
Q5670. Identify the incorrect pair regarding the palaces situated within the City Palace of Udaipur.
Explanation
Amar Vilas is a raised garden, Bheem Vilas holds miniature paintings and the Fateprakash Palace has the Crystal Gallery. The Sheesh Mahal is a hall of mirror work, not an armory of cannons, so C is the incorrect pair.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 5661 | (c) The guidelines of Vastu Shastra combined with the classical Shilpa Shastra. |
| 5662 | (c) Sadasiva Raya |
| 5663 | (c) The Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha is a member of this committee. |
| 5664 | (d) I, II, III and IV |
| 5665 | (c) The order of nucleotides in nucleic acids dictates the synthesis of proteins |
| 5666 | (d) Lakulisha (Pashupata) sect |
| 5667 | (d) I, II, III, and V only |
| 5668 | (a) A-i, B-iii, C-iv, D-ii |
| 5669 | (c) A is true but R is false. |
| 5670 | (c) Sheesh Mahal - A massive armory featuring medieval cannons |
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