Q5721. The Adina Mosque at Pandua, considered one of the largest mosques in the Indian subcontinent, was built during the reign of which Bengal Sultan?
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Q5722. Match the Commissions in List I with the Nodal Ministries in List II:
| Commission | Nodal Ministry |
|---|---|
| A. National Human Rights Commission | i. Ministry of Women and Child Development |
| B. National Commission for Women | ii. Ministry of Home Affairs |
| C. Election Commission of India | iii. Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions |
| D. Union Public Service Commission | iv. Ministry of Law and Justice |
Explanation
Different bodies fall under different nodal ministries for administrative purposes. The Human Rights Commission is linked to the Home Ministry, while the Women’s Commission relates to the Ministry of Women and Child Development. The Election Commission works with the Law Ministry, and the Public Service Commission is under the Ministry of Personnel. These ministerial links provide the necessary administrative support and a channel for submitting reports to the government. While these bodies maintain their functional independence, their association with specific ministries ensures that their recommendations are integrated into the relevant policy domains and that they receive the necessary resources for their operations.
Q5723. Match List I (Commission/Case related to OBCs) with List II (Key Association) and select the correct option:
| Commission/Case related to OBCs | Key Association |
|---|---|
| A. First Backward Classes Commission | i. Constitutional status to NCBC |
| B. Second Backward Classes Commission | ii. B.P. Mandal |
| C. Indra Sawhney Case | iii. Kaka Kalelkar |
| D. 102nd Constitutional Amendment | iv. 50% ceiling on reservation |
Explanation
The journey of OBC welfare is marked by key commissions and legal rulings. Kaka Kalelkar chaired the First Backward Classes Commission, while B.P. Mandal led the second. The Indra Sawhney case established a significant legal precedent by imposing a fifty percent ceiling on total reservations. More recently, the 102nd Constitutional Amendment Act granted constitutional status to the National Commission for Backward Classes.
Q5724. Which of the following statements correctly highlights the modern recognition of J.C. Bose’s work in physics?
Explanation
The global scientific community has formally recognized J.C. Bose’s pioneering contributions to wireless technology. The IEEE designated his 1895 public demonstration of wireless communication using millimeter waves as a historic milestone. This recognition solidifies his role as one of the inventors of radio technology, alongside Marconi and Tesla, particularly for his use of advanced high-frequency electromagnetic waves.
Q5725. The following structures are parts of a traditional Nagara style temple. Arrange them in order from the entrance towards the innermost sacred point:
I. Garbhagriha
II. Mandapa
III. Ardha Mandapa
IV. Antarala
I. Garbhagriha
II. Mandapa
III. Ardha Mandapa
IV. Antarala
Explanation
In a Nagara temple one enters through the Ardha Mandapa (porch) into the Mandapa (hall), then the Antarala (vestibule) and finally the Garbhagriha. The order is III, II, IV, I.
Q5726. Match the items in List I with those in List II and select the correct answer using the options given below.
| Regional Kingdom | Prominent Ruler/Founder |
|---|---|
| A. Malwa | i. Mahmud Begada |
| B. Gujarat | ii. Hoshang Shah |
| C. Jaunpur | iii. Shamsuddin Ilyas Shah |
| D. Bengal | iv. Malik Sarwar (Khwaja Jahan) |
Explanation
Hoshang Shah was a notable ruler of Malwa who developed its distinct architectural style. Mahmud Begada was the most powerful Sultan of Gujarat, known for his military conquests. Malik Sarwar founded the independent Sharqi dynasty in Jaunpur during the decline of the Tughlaqs. Shamsuddin Ilyas Shah united various regions to establish the powerful and independent Sultanate of Bengal, laying the foundation for its long-term stability.
Q5727. Under the complaints mechanism of the NCW, the Commission addresses complaints relating to:
Explanation
The commission’s complaint mechanism primarily focuses on instances where women’s rights are deprived or where existing laws designed to protect women are not being implemented correctly. It provides a platform for women to seek redressal for systemic issues, domestic grievances, or administrative failures that impact their legal and social standing in society. By addressing these complaints, the commission identifies patterns of legal or administrative failure. It often uses these findings to advocate for stronger enforcement mechanisms or new legislative protections, ensuring that women have a powerful institutional ally in their struggle for justice and the effective realization of their fundamental rights.
Q5728. Match the instrument or concept in List I with its relevance to J.C. Bose in List II and select the correct answer.
| Instrument/Concept | Relevance to J.C. Bose |
|---|---|
| A. Crescograph | i. Early semiconductor device to detect electromagnetic waves |
| B. Galena detector | ii. Magnifying plant tissue movement up to 10,000 times |
| C. Millimeter waves | iii. Demonstrating parallel electrical responses in living and non-living matter |
| D. Plant physiology | iv. High-frequency radio waves around 60 GHz |
Explanation
J.C. Bose’s diverse scientific contributions include the invention of the Crescograph for magnifying plant growth and the use of galena crystals as early semiconductor detectors. He was a pioneer in generating millimeter waves at frequencies around 60 GHz. Furthermore, his work in plant physiology demonstrated that living and non-living matter can exhibit similar electrical responses to various external stimuli.
Q5729. Which prominent historical monument in Jaipur was constructed without any foundation, relying instead on a curved architectural design to stay upright?
Explanation
The Hawa Mahal is popularly said to have been built without a deep foundation, and its curved, tapering form is credited with keeping it standing. It is a five-storied building with a thin front wall of honeycomb windows.
Q5730. The regional kingdom of Jaunpur emerged as a prominent center of art and culture, earning the title ‘Shiraz of the East’. It was ruled by which dynasty?
Explanation
The regional kingdom of Jaunpur was governed by the Sharqi dynasty, founded by Malik Sarwar. Under its rulers, particularly Ibrahim Shah Sharqi, Jaunpur became a major center for Islamic learning and fine arts, earning the title ‘Shiraz-i-Hind’ or the ‘Shiraz of the East.’ The dynasty is also famous for its unique architectural style, characterized by massive sloping pylons and grand gateways, as seen in the Atala Masjid.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 5721 | (b) Sikandar Shah |
| 5722 | (a) A-ii, B-i, C-iv, D-iii |
| 5723 | (d) A-iii, B-ii, C-iv, D-i |
| 5724 | (b) The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) recognized his 1895 demonstration of millimeter-wave communication as an IEEE Milestone. |
| 5725 | (a) III, II, IV, I |
| 5726 | (b) A-ii, B-i, C-iv, D-iii |
| 5727 | (b) Deprivation of women’s rights and non- implementation of laws enacted to provide protection to women |
| 5728 | (b) A-ii, B-i, C-iv, D-iii |
| 5729 | (a) Hawa Mahal |
| 5730 | (a) Sharqi Dynasty |
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