Q6061. Siliserh Lake, renowned for its scenic beauty and historical hunting lodge, is located in which district of Rajasthan?
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Q6062. Which of the following is the most appropriate primary purpose of conducting a Social Audit?
Explanation
The primary purpose of a social audit is to ensure that public policies are implemented effectively by involving the community in the evaluation process. It acts as a participatory tool that bridges the gap between official records and ground realities. By promoting transparency and local oversight, social audits help identify leakages, improve service delivery, and make the administration more responsive to the public.
Q6063. Which of the following is an odd one out regarding the beneficiary states of the Indira Gandhi Canal project?
Explanation
The Indira Gandhi Canal project is a collaborative venture that primarily involves the states of Rajasthan, Punjab, and Haryana. These states share the water from the Ravi and Beas rivers diverted through the canal system. Madhya Pradesh, while a major state in Central India, is not a beneficiary of this specific canal project and does not receive any water from its network.
Q6064. Read the following statements:
Statement I: Petroleum products like crude oil, high-speed diesel, and motor spirit are currently outside the purview of the GST in Rajasthan.
Statement II: The state government continues to levy Value Added Tax (VAT) on petroleum products to generate significant tax revenue.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement I: Petroleum products like crude oil, high-speed diesel, and motor spirit are currently outside the purview of the GST in Rajasthan.
Statement II: The state government continues to levy Value Added Tax (VAT) on petroleum products to generate significant tax revenue.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation
Petroleum products such as crude oil, diesel, and petrol currently remain outside the Goods and Services Tax framework in Rajasthan. Because they are excluded, the state government continues to exercise its authority to levy Value Added Tax on these items. This arrangement allows the state to generate substantial tax revenue independently, which is vital for maintaining its overall fiscal health.
Q6065. Identify the incorrect statement regarding Ana Sagar Lake.
Explanation
Ana Sagar gives water to Ajmer, was beautified by Mughal emperors and can dry up in severe drought. It was made by damming a local stream and not the Luni river, so D is incorrect.
Q6066. Match the terminology associated with Social Audit methodology in List I with their descriptions in List II:
| Terminology | Descriptions |
|---|---|
| A. Muster Roll | i. A local trained facilitator who assists the community in the audit process |
| B. Jan Sunwai | ii. The official attendance and payment record for daily wage workers |
| C. Village Resource Person | iii. A public platform where audit findings are read aloud and debated |
| D. Social Audit Report | iv. The final document summarizing discrepancies and community feedback |
Explanation
Social audits utilize specific terminology to define the process. A muster roll serves as the official record of attendance and payments for workers. The Jan Sunwai is a public forum for debating audit findings. Village Resource Persons are trained facilitators who assist the community, while the Social Audit Report summarizes the discrepancies and feedback gathered during the entire participatory evaluation process.
Q6067. Read the following statements and select the correct option:
Assertion (A): Drip irrigation is highly promoted under the Per Drop More Crop component of the PMKSY.
Reason (R): Drip irrigation guarantees a higher rate of deep percolation, thereby efficiently recharging underground aquifers.
Assertion (A): Drip irrigation is highly promoted under the Per Drop More Crop component of the PMKSY.
Reason (R): Drip irrigation guarantees a higher rate of deep percolation, thereby efficiently recharging underground aquifers.
Explanation
Drip irrigation is indeed strongly promoted under the "Per Drop More Crop" component of Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana due to its high water-use efficiency. However, the reason provided is false; drip irrigation is designed to deliver water directly to the root zone and minimize deep percolation, rather than increasing it, as deep percolation represents a loss of water.
Q6068. Read the following statements concerning State Excise duty in Rajasthan:
I. It is levied on alcoholic liquors for human consumption.
II. It is also levied on opium, Indian hemp, and other narcotic drugs.
III. It constitutes a negligible portion of the State’s Own Tax Revenue.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. It is levied on alcoholic liquors for human consumption.
II. It is also levied on opium, Indian hemp, and other narcotic drugs.
III. It constitutes a negligible portion of the State’s Own Tax Revenue.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
State excise duty in Rajasthan is levied on alcoholic liquors for human consumption and on opium, Indian hemp and other narcotic drugs, so I and II are correct. It is a significant source of State Own Tax Revenue, so III is wrong.
Q6069. Arrange the following historical lakes of Rajasthan in chronological order of their original construction, from oldest to most recent.
I. Ana Sagar Lake
II. Rajsamand Lake
III. Fateh Sagar Lake
I. Ana Sagar Lake
II. Rajsamand Lake
III. Fateh Sagar Lake
Explanation
Ana Sagar was built in the 12th century, Rajsamand in the 17th century and Fateh Sagar after it. The order is I, II, III.
Q6070. Consider the following prerequisites for conducting an effective Social Audit:
I. Proactive disclosure of all relevant documents and records.
II. Unrestricted participation of marginalized communities.
III. Protection and security for whistleblowers.
IV. Complete reliance on internal departmental evaluations without external input.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. Proactive disclosure of all relevant documents and records.
II. Unrestricted participation of marginalized communities.
III. Protection and security for whistleblowers.
IV. Complete reliance on internal departmental evaluations without external input.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
For a social audit to be effective, it must be supported by proactive disclosure of records and unrestricted participation from all sections of the community, especially marginalized groups. Additionally, ensuring the security of whistleblowers is vital for honest feedback. Relying solely on internal evaluations defeats the purpose of an independent social audit, which requires external perspectives and community-led oversight to ensure impartiality.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 6061 | (c) Alwar |
| 6062 | (d) To bridge the gap between policy and implementation through participation. |
| 6063 | (d) Madhya Pradesh |
| 6064 | (c) Both Statement I and Statement II |
| 6065 | (d) It was constructed by damming the River Luni. |
| 6066 | (b) A-ii, B-iii, C-i, D-iv |
| 6067 | (c) A is true but R is false. |
| 6068 | (a) I and II |
| 6069 | (a) I, II, III |
| 6070 | (c) I, II and III only |
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