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RAS PrelimsMedieval Indian History · The Marathas
Q6341. Consider the following regions targeted during the Maratha expansion under the Peshwas: I. Malwa II. Gujarat III. Bundelkhand IV. Bengal V. Punjab Which of these regions were directly incorporated or repeatedly subjected to Maratha military campaigns by the year 1758?
Explanation
By 1758 the Marathas had campaigned in Malwa, Gujarat and Bundelkhand and also raided Bengal and reached Punjab. All five regions are therefore correct.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Schools of Painting and Handicrafts
Q6342. Match the artists of the Jaipur School in List I with their specialty or work in List II and select the correct answer from the options given.
Artist of Jaipur School
Specialty/Work
A. Sahibram
i. Miniatures of the Gita Govinda
B. Muhammad Shah
ii. Life-size portrait of Sawai Ishwari Singh
C. Shaligram
iii. Portraits and court scenes
D. Ramjidas
iv. Painting of Radha-Krishna themes
Explanation
The Jaipur school featured several master artists with specialized roles. Sahibram was famous for creating life-size portraits, such as the one of Sawai Ishwari Singh.
RAS PrelimsMedieval Indian History · The Marathas
Q6343. Which of the following statements about the Maratha Confederacy is incorrect?
Explanation
The Maratha Confederacy was a loose alliance in which chiefs recognised the Chhatrapati as nominal head, the Peshwa was the executive head and chiefs had internal autonomy. It had no highly centralised treasury and unified standing army, so C is incorrect.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Agriculture in Rajasthan: Status, Issues and Initiatives
Q6344. Choose the correct sequence of the following regions of Rajasthan based on their vulnerability to drought, from highest vulnerability to lowest vulnerability.
Explanation
Drought vulnerability in Rajasthan follows a clear geographical gradient. The western arid region faces the highest risk due to extremely low and erratic rainfall. The semi-arid central region has a moderate risk. In contrast, the south-eastern plateau, which receives relatively higher and more consistent rainfall along with better soil moisture retention, is the least vulnerable among these three distinct geographic zones.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Schools of Painting and Handicrafts
Q6345. Consider the following statements regarding the features of the Jaipur School of Painting: I. It heavily features a large, decorated border around the main painting. II. Depiction of men with clean-shaven faces or trimmed beards reflects Mughal influence. III. Peepal and Banyan trees are the most commonly depicted flora. IV. The use of natural green and gold colors is highly prevalent. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The Jaipur School is characterized by large, decorated borders around the main paintings and the use of natural green and gold colors. The depiction of men with clean-shaven faces or trimmed beards clearly reflects the strong Mughal influence on the region. While flora is depicted, the Peepal and Banyan trees are not the exclusive or most characteristic markers compared to these features.
RAS PrelimsMedieval Indian History · The Marathas
Q6346. In the Maratha administrative vocabulary, the term ‘Mokasa’ referred to:
Explanation
Mokasa meant the portions of Chauth given to chiefs in return for military service.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Agriculture in Rajasthan: Status, Issues and Initiatives
Q6347. Consider the following scenario: An agricultural extension officer suggests planting shelterbelts and windbreaks in a farm located in Jaisalmer. Which specific issue of land degradation is the officer primarily trying to mitigate?
Explanation
In the hyper-arid environment of Jaisalmer, high-velocity winds are a primary driver of land degradation. Shelterbelts and windbreaks, consisting of rows of trees or shrubs, are planted to break the wind’s force. This helps prevent the erosion of fertile topsoil and stops the movement of sand dunes into agricultural fields, thereby protecting the land and maintaining its limited productive capacity.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Schools of Painting and Handicrafts
Q6348. The exquisite frescoes of the Pundrik Haveli are a magnificent example of which painting style?
Explanation
The exquisite frescoes of the Pundrik Haveli are a magnificent example of the Jaipur painting style. These wall paintings showcase the technical brilliance and aesthetic preferences of the Jaipur school, featuring refined figures, intricate patterns, and a sophisticated color palette. Such havelis in the old city serve as important galleries for understanding the evolution of domestic and architectural art in the region.
RAS PrelimsMedieval Indian History · The Marathas
Q6349. Match List-I (Maratha Treaties/Agreements) with List-II (Year) and select the correct answer:
Maratha Treaties/Agreements
Year
A. Treaty of Purandar (with Mughals)
i. 1731
B. Treaty of Warna
ii. 1802
C. Treaty of Salbai
iii. 1665
D. Treaty of Bassein
iv. 1782
Explanation
The Treaty of Purandar with the Mughals was in 1665, the Treaty of Warna in 1731, the Treaty of Salbai in 1782 and the Treaty of Bassein in 1802. This gives A-iii, B-i, C-iv, D-ii.
RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Agriculture: Food, Commercial and Plantation Crops
Q6350. Which of the following states is generally an exception and not considered among the top traditional hubs for commercial floriculture in India?
Explanation
Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra are leading centres of commercial floriculture in India. Jharkhand is not among the traditional hubs, so it is the exception.
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Correct answer
6341
(d) I, II, III, IV and V
6342
(c) A-ii, B-iii, C-iv, D-i
6343
(c) The Confederacy maintained a highly centralized treasury and a unified standing army.
6344
(a) Western Arid Region Semi-Arid Region South-Eastern Plateau
6345
(d) I, II, and IV
6346
(d) Portions of Chauth given to chiefs for providing military service
6347
(d) Wind erosion and sand dune shifting
6348
(c) Jaipur style
6349
(a) A-iii, B-i, C-iv, D-ii
6350
(c) Jharkhand
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