Q6311. During the prolonged Mughal-Maratha war, which Maratha queen provided formidable leadership and established a parallel court at Kolhapur after the death of Rajaram?
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Q6312. Arrange the following sources of irrigation in Rajasthan in descending order based on their percentage share in the net irrigated area of the state:
I. Canals
II. Tanks
III. Wells and Tube Wells
Which of the following is the correct order?
I. Canals
II. Tanks
III. Wells and Tube Wells
Which of the following is the correct order?
Explanation
In Rajasthan, wells and tube wells contribute the largest share to the net irrigated area, accounting for over two-thirds of the total. Canals follow as the second most significant source, primarily serving the northern and western regions via the Indira Gandhi Canal system. Tanks and other minor sources represent the smallest portion of the state’s overall irrigation infrastructure.
Q6313. Which ruler’s reign is considered the golden age of the Bikaner style of painting, during which artists like Ruknuddin flourished?
Explanation
The reign of Maharaja Anup Singh is widely considered the golden age of the Bikaner style of painting. During this period, the school achieved great refinement through the work of master artists like Ruknuddin. His patronage encouraged the blending of Mughal technical precision with Rajasthani themes, resulting in high-quality miniatures and the development of unique traditions like the Usta and Mathern art forms.
Q6314. In 1707, the release of Shahu by the Mughal Emperor Bahadur Shah I led to a civil war within the Maratha camp. This civil war culminated in which decisive battle in 1707?
Explanation
Shahu was released by Bahadur Shah I in 1707, and his struggle with Tarabai’s side was decided at the Battle of Khed in 1707.
Q6315. What is the primary effect of the continuous over-extraction of groundwater for irrigation in the eastern and central districts of Rajasthan?
Explanation
The continuous and intensive extraction of groundwater for agricultural purposes in central and eastern Rajasthan has led to a serious environmental crisis. This practice causes the water table to drop rapidly, resulting in many areas being classified as ‘Dark Zones’. In these blocks, the annual withdrawal of water significantly exceeds the natural recharge, threatening the long-term sustainability of local farming.
Q6316. Select the correct order of the evolution of the Hadoti school of painting from its early forms to its specialized sub-schools.
Explanation
The Hadoti school of painting followed a specific evolutionary path starting with the Bundi style. The Bundi school emerged first and served as the parent style from which the Kota style branched out in the seventeenth century. Much later, the Jhalawar style developed as a distinct variation, completing the regional group. This progression reflects the political shifts and administrative divisions within the Hada kingdoms.
Q6317. Consider the following statements about Balaji Vishwanath:
I. He was the first to make the office of the Peshwa hereditary.
II. He secured the release of Shahu’s mother from Mughal captivity.
III. He commanded the Maratha forces during the Battle of Panipat.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. He was the first to make the office of the Peshwa hereditary.
II. He secured the release of Shahu’s mother from Mughal captivity.
III. He commanded the Maratha forces during the Battle of Panipat.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Balaji Vishwanath made the office of the Peshwa hereditary and secured the release of Shahu’s mother Yesubai from the Mughals. He did not command at Panipat, which was in 1761, so III is wrong.
Q6318. Read the following statements regarding groundwater depletion and Dark Zones in Rajasthan:
I. A ‘Dark Zone’ refers to an area where the rate of groundwater extraction exceeds the rate of recharge.
II. More than 70 percent of the groundwater blocks in Rajasthan are classified as safe.
III. The implementation of micro-irrigation techniques is a policy response to manage dark zones.
IV. The Atal Bhujal Yojana aims to improve groundwater management in over-exploited areas.
Which of the above statements are correct?
I. A ‘Dark Zone’ refers to an area where the rate of groundwater extraction exceeds the rate of recharge.
II. More than 70 percent of the groundwater blocks in Rajasthan are classified as safe.
III. The implementation of micro-irrigation techniques is a policy response to manage dark zones.
IV. The Atal Bhujal Yojana aims to improve groundwater management in over-exploited areas.
Which of the above statements are correct?
Explanation
Dark Zones are defined by extraction exceeding recharge. To address this, policies promote micro-irrigation and initiatives like the Atal Bhujal Yojana are implemented for better management. Statement two is incorrect because the majority of groundwater blocks in Rajasthan are actually classified as semi-critical, critical, or over-exploited, with only a small percentage remaining in the ‘safe’ category for sustainable use.
Q6319. The Bundi school of painting is most renowned for its exceptional depiction of:
Explanation
The Bundi school of painting is internationally renowned for its exceptional and lyrical depiction of nature.
Q6320. Consider the following statements about the agreement secured by Peshwa Balaji Vishwanath from the Sayyid brothers in 1719:
I. The Mughal Emperor recognized Shahu as the legitimate ruler of Shivaji’s Swarajya.
II. The Marathas were granted the right to collect Chauth and Sardeshmukhi from the six Mughal subahs of the Deccan.
III. In return, Shahu agreed to maintain a contingent of 15,000 troops for the Mughal Emperor.
IV. The treaty explicitly permitted the Marathas to annex the territory of Awadh.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
I. The Mughal Emperor recognized Shahu as the legitimate ruler of Shivaji’s Swarajya.
II. The Marathas were granted the right to collect Chauth and Sardeshmukhi from the six Mughal subahs of the Deccan.
III. In return, Shahu agreed to maintain a contingent of 15,000 troops for the Mughal Emperor.
IV. The treaty explicitly permitted the Marathas to annex the territory of Awadh.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
Explanation
In 1719 the Mughals recognised Shahu’s Swarajya, granted Chauth and Sardeshmukhi from six Deccan subahs and Shahu agreed to keep 15,000 troops for the emperor. The treaty did not allow annexing Awadh, so IV is incorrect.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 6311 | (d) Tarabai |
| 6312 | (c) III, I, II |
| 6313 | (a) Maharaja Anup Singh |
| 6314 | (a) Battle of Khed |
| 6315 | (a) Conversion of districts into ‘Dark Zones’ or over-exploited blocks |
| 6316 | (b) Bundi style emerges first, from which Kota style branches out, followed later by Jhalawar style. |
| 6317 | (a) I and II only |
| 6318 | (b) I, III, and IV only |
| 6319 | (a) Nature, rain, clouds, and lush vegetation |
| 6320 | (c) IV only |
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