Q6241. How can the indigenous Khadin system be optimally reintegrated into modern agricultural practices in western Rajasthan to address current water crises?
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Q6242. Consider the following modern threats to Rajasthan’s traditional water heritage.
I. Encroachment upon catchment areas (Agor/Oran) by real estate development.
II. Dumping of untreated industrial effluents and municipal solid waste into stepwells and lakes.
III. Abandonment of community maintenance practices (Shramdaan) due to the advent of piped water supply.
IV. Over-extraction of groundwater via deep borewells, severing the capillary connection to surface bodies.
V. Strict enforcement of environmental laws preventing any human interaction with water.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. Encroachment upon catchment areas (Agor/Oran) by real estate development.
II. Dumping of untreated industrial effluents and municipal solid waste into stepwells and lakes.
III. Abandonment of community maintenance practices (Shramdaan) due to the advent of piped water supply.
IV. Over-extraction of groundwater via deep borewells, severing the capillary connection to surface bodies.
V. Strict enforcement of environmental laws preventing any human interaction with water.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Catchment encroachment, dumping of waste in stepwells and lakes, the end of Shramdaan with piped supply and over-extraction by borewells all threaten water heritage. Strict laws preventing any human use are not a threat, so V is wrong.
Q6243. Read the following statements regarding the Indira Gandhi Canal Project (IGNP).
Statement I: The advent of the IGNP brought immense agricultural prosperity to the arid districts of western Rajasthan.
Statement II: The continuous supply of canal water caused a total abandonment of traditional systems like Tankas and Kuins in many areas, leading to waterlogging and soil salinity issues due to over-irrigation.
Which of the following is correct?
Statement I: The advent of the IGNP brought immense agricultural prosperity to the arid districts of western Rajasthan.
Statement II: The continuous supply of canal water caused a total abandonment of traditional systems like Tankas and Kuins in many areas, leading to waterlogging and soil salinity issues due to over-irrigation.
Which of the following is correct?
Explanation
The Indira Gandhi Canal brought farming prosperity to the arid west, so Statement I is true. The constant canal water also led many to drop Tankas and Kuins, and over-irrigation caused waterlogging and salinity, so Statement II is true.
Q6244. Match the modern conservation challenge in List I with its corresponding sustainable mitigation strategy in List II.
| Conservation Challenge | Mitigation Strategy |
|---|---|
| A. Siltation of Nadis | i. Strict legal demarcation and protection of Orans/Gauchars |
| B. Encroachment of Catchments | ii. Community-led regular desilting before monsoons |
| C. Pollution of Baoris | iii. Promoting widespread construction of Johads and percolation tanks |
| D. Groundwater Depletion | iv. Banning solid waste dumping and initiating structural restoration |
Explanation
Siltation of Nadis is solved by community desilting before the monsoon, encroachment of catchments by legal protection of Orans, pollution of Baoris by stopping dumping and restoration, and groundwater depletion by Johads and percolation tanks. This gives A-ii, B-i, C-iv, D-iii.
Q6245. Which of the following represents the most sustainable long-term solution to Rajasthan’s recurring water crises?
Explanation
The most sustainable answer is to restore indigenous harvesting structures and combine them with micro-irrigation. This saves water and builds local resilience, unlike exhausting fossil aquifers.
Q6246. Who among the following coined the term Rajput Painting in his 1916 publication to distinguish it from Mughal Painting?
Explanation
Anand Coomaraswamy was a pioneering art historian who introduced the term Rajput Painting in his 1916 publication. This classification was specifically created to distinguish the indigenous artistic traditions of the Rajput courts from the contemporary Mughal style. His work laid the foundation for systematic studies of Indian art history by emphasizing the spiritual and folk-rooted nature of these paintings.
Q6247. The geographical features of the Maharashtra region contributed significantly to the rise of Maratha power by providing which of the following strategic advantages?
Explanation
The rugged topography of the Sahyadri ranges and the Western Ghats provided a formidable defensive advantage to the Maratha forces. The presence of numerous natural hill forts allowed for a highly effective defense system. This difficult terrain was perfectly suited for guerrilla warfare tactics, enabling smaller, mobile units to challenge and exhaust much larger conventional imperial armies.
Q6248. The concept of an ombudsman, which served as the inspiration for the institution of Lokpal in India, first originated in which of the following countries?
Explanation
The institution of the ombudsman was first established in Sweden in 1809 to supervise the administration and protect citizens’ rights against government excesses. This Swedish model served as the foundational inspiration for similar anti-corruption bodies globally, eventually leading to the conceptualization and development of the Lokpal and Lokayukta institutions in the Indian administrative and legal framework.
Q6249. Which of the following represents the most appropriate description of the role of agriculture in the Indian economy?
Explanation
Agriculture is a cornerstone of the Indian economy, employing approximately half of the nation’s total workforce. While its percentage contribution to the Gross Domestic Product has consistently decreased over the decades due to the rapid growth of industrial and service sectors, it remains the primary source of livelihood for millions of people in various rural areas.
Q6250. According to recent economic reviews, what is the approximate contribution of the agriculture and allied sector to the Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) of Rajasthan at constant prices?
Explanation
The agriculture and allied sector plays a critical role in the economy of Rajasthan. According to recent economic reviews, its contribution to the Gross State Domestic Product at constant prices typically fluctuates between 28 and 30 percent. This sector encompasses various activities including crop production, livestock, forestry, and fishing, significantly impacting the state’s overall economic growth.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 6241 | (c) By using topographic mapping to build new Khadins in micro-watersheds. |
| 6242 | (a) I, II, III, and IV only |
| 6243 | (a) Both Statement I and Statement II are true. |
| 6244 | (b) A-ii, B-i, C-iv, D-iii |
| 6245 | (a) Combining restored indigenous harvesting with micro-irrigation. |
| 6246 | (b) Anand Coomaraswamy |
| 6247 | (b) Rugged terrain and natural hill forts conducive to guerrilla warfare |
| 6248 | (b) Sweden |
| 6249 | (b) It employs the largest segment of the workforce despite its declining share in Gross Domestic Product. |
| 6250 | (b) Between 28 to 30 percent |
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