RAS Prelims MCQ Practice
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The Tehri Dam is the tallest dam in India and one of the highest in the world. It is located on the Bhagirathi River in the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand. This multi-purpose rock and earth-fill embankment dam is vital for hydroelectric power generation, irrigation, and providing municipal water supply to several regions, including the national capital.Explanation
Chand Baori has steps on three sides and a multi-storied pavilion on the fourth side. It is open to the sky, has a temple beside it and is not a military structure.Explanation
The Mahzar of 1579 made Akbar the supreme arbiter of Islamic law, so that his ruling was binding when the learned Muslim scholars (ulema) differed.Explanation
While the Indira Gandhi Canal has revolutionized agriculture in the Thar Desert, it has also led to significant environmental challenges. The introduction of intensive irrigation in areas with poor natural drainage and high evaporation rates has caused the water table to rise. This results in widespread waterlogging and secondary soil salinization, which negatively affects the long-term fertility of the land.Explanation
Following independence, the economic planning in Rajasthan initially prioritized the creation of essential infrastructure to overcome historical backwardness. Massive investments were directed toward developing road networks, expanding electricity coverage, and building major irrigation projects. These foundational efforts were necessary to integrate the diverse princely states and establish a functional environment for future agricultural and industrial growth across the state.Explanation
The period from 1560 to 1562, when Maham Anaga and her relatives influenced the administration, is called the Petticoat Government.Explanation
The Citizen’s Charter movement was first articulated and implemented in the United Kingdom in 1991 under the leadership of Prime Minister John Major. The initiative aimed to improve the quality of public services by making them more responsive to the needs of users. It emphasized principles such as high standards, transparency, and accountability, influencing similar administrative reforms in various countries globally.A. Construction of the Rajasthan Feeder
B. Formation of the Rajasthan Canal Board
C. Completion of Harike Barrage
D. Renaming of Rajasthan Canal to Indira Gandhi Canal
Which of the following represents the correct chronological order of these stages?
Explanation
The historical development of the project began with the completion of the Harike Barrage in 1953. This was followed by the formation of the Rajasthan Canal Board in 1958 to oversee construction. The Rajasthan Feeder was then built to transport water. Finally, in 1984, the Rajasthan Canal was officially renamed the Indira Gandhi Canal to honor the former Prime Minister.Explanation
Rajasthan represents a vital component of India’s economic landscape, contributing approximately five to six percent to the national Gross Domestic Product. This contribution is driven by the state’s leading role in mineral production, renewable energy, and specific agricultural commodities. Maintaining this share is essential for the state to support national economic targets while addressing its unique regional developmental requirements.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 5981 | (a) Mobilization of resources, Allocation of tasks, Execution of tasks, Monitoring of progress |
| 5982 | (c) Uttarakhand |
| 5983 | (d) It has steps on three sides and a multi- storied pavilion on the fourth. |
| 5984 | (d) A declaration making Akbar the supreme arbiter of Islamic law. |
| 5985 | (d) Large scale waterlogging and secondary salinization |
| 5986 | (d) Post-independence economic planning initially focused heavily on building basic infrastructure like roads, electricity, and irrigation. |
| 5987 | (c) Petticoat Government |
| 5988 | (c) United Kingdom under John Major in 1991 |
| 5989 | (a) C, B, A, D |
| 5990 | (b) Around 5-6 percent |
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