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RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Agriculture in Rajasthan: Status, Issues and Initiatives
Q6351. Read the following statements regarding agricultural marketing in Rajasthan: I. e-NAM (National Agriculture Market) integrates existing APMC mandis to create a unified national market. II. Storage and warehousing deficits often force small farmers in Rajasthan into distress sales. III. The Directorate of Agricultural Marketing regulates the operations of mandis in the state. IV. Cooperative marketing societies play no role in agricultural marketing in Rajasthan. Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?
Explanation
Marketing systems in Rajasthan are evolving through digital integration via e-NAM and regulation by the Directorate of Agricultural Marketing. Statement four is incorrect because cooperative marketing societies actually play a significant role in the state. They assist in the procurement, storage, and sale of agricultural produce, providing an alternative channel that helps farmers avoid distress sales and obtain better market prices.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Schools of Painting and Handicrafts
Q6352. Find the odd one out among the following sub-schools based on their primary categorization under the major Rajput schools of painting.
Explanation
Among the given sub-schools, Devgarh is the odd one out because it belongs to the Mewar school of painting. In contrast, Alwar, Uniara, and Shekhawati are all sub-schools or regional variations classified under the broader Dhundhar or Jaipur school of painting. This categorization is based on their historical and geographical links to the respective major princely states of Udaipur and Jaipur.
RAS PrelimsMedieval Indian History · The Marathas
Q6353. What was the primary cause of the Third Battle of Panipat (1761)?
Explanation
The Marathas expanded into Punjab, which provoked the Afghan ruler Ahmad Shah Abdali and led to the Third Battle of Panipat in 1761.
RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Agriculture: Food, Commercial and Plantation Crops
Q6354. Consider the following statements regarding the challenges faced by Indian agriculture: I. The average size of operational landholdings has been steadily increasing. II. Depletion of groundwater tables severely impacts sustainable irrigation. III. A lack of cold storage facilities leads to high post-harvest losses. IV. Access to formal credit remains difficult for small and marginal farmers. V. The APMC act universally guarantees maximum retail price to all farmers directly. Which combination represents the incorrect statement(s)?
Explanation
Indian agriculture faces several hurdles, but some common perceptions are incorrect. First, the average size of landholdings is actually decreasing due to fragmentation, not increasing. Second, while the APMC system regulates markets, it does not universally guarantee a maximum retail price to all farmers. Valid challenges include the depletion of groundwater, high post-harvest losses, and limited formal credit access.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Agriculture in Rajasthan: Status, Issues and Initiatives
Q6355. Which of the following is NOT a recognized cause of soil degradation in the agricultural lands of Rajasthan?
Explanation
Soil degradation in Rajasthan is driven by factors like wind erosion in the west, water erosion in the Chambal ravines, and salinity due to unscientific irrigation. However, the application of farmyard manure is a positive agricultural practice. It improves soil structure, enhances water retention, and increases organic matter content, thereby helping to restore and maintain soil health rather than causing degradation.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Schools of Painting and Handicrafts
Q6356. The Alwar sub-school of painting is particularly famous for which unique type of illustration?
Explanation
The Alwar sub-school of painting is particularly famous for its unique and delicate illustrations on ivory plates. This refined art form involved painting miniature scenes and portraits on thin sheets of ivory, requiring immense skill and precision. The Alwar artists achieved great fame for this specialized technique, which became a distinctive marker of their school during the late eighteenth and nineteenth centuries.
RAS PrelimsMedieval Indian History · The Marathas
Q6357. Given below are two statements. Read the statements and choose the correct option. Statement I: During the Third Battle of Panipat, the Marathas were able to secure strong military alliances with the Rajputs, Jats, and Sikhs. Statement II: The Maratha policy of indiscriminate extraction of tribute had alienated major North Indian powers prior to the battle.
Explanation
The Marathas did not win firm allies among the Rajputs, Jats and Sikhs, so Statement I is wrong. Their heavy tribute demands had alienated the North Indian powers, so Statement II is correct.
RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Agriculture: Food, Commercial and Plantation Crops
Q6358. Identify the correctly matched pair regarding India’s agro-climatic zones and their prominent features.
Explanation
The Eastern Himalayan Region is characterized by high annual rainfall, rugged hilly terrain, and dense forest cover. Due to these geographical features, shifting cultivation, locally known as Jhumming, is a prominent agricultural practice among tribal communities. This contrasts with other zones like the Western Dry Region, which is arid, or the Trans-Gangetic Plains, which feature intensive irrigation and productivity.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Agriculture in Rajasthan: Status, Issues and Initiatives
Q6359. Identify the correct statement regarding drought management programs in Rajasthan.
Explanation
The Drought Prone Area Programme is a key initiative designed to mitigate the long-term impact of water scarcity. It focuses on water harvesting, soil conservation, and promoting sustainable land use practices. Statements about full state funding for DDP or total eradication of drought impacts are factually incorrect, as these programs often involve central assistance and drought remains a recurring challenge in Rajasthan.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Schools of Painting and Handicrafts
Q6360. Consider the following characteristics regarding a painting style: I. Blending of Jaipur and Bundi styles II. Famous artists include Mir Bakhsh, Kashi, and Ram Lakhan III. Developed under the patronage of Rao Raja Sardar Singh IV. Depicts horses and elephants with distinct local features V. Often features scenes of Ramayana and Mahabharata Which of the above statement(s) correctly identify the Uniara style of painting?
Explanation
The Uniara style of painting is identified by its blending of the Jaipur and Bundi styles, reflecting its geographic position. Famous artists associated with this sub-school include Mir Bakhsh, Kashi, and Ram Lakhan. The themes often revolve around religious narratives like the Ramayana and Mahabharata. While it developed under local patronage, the most defining features are its stylistic synthesis and specific artists.
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(c) IV only
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(b) Devgarh
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(b) Expansion into Punjab, provoking Afghan ruler Ahmad Shah Abdali
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(b) I and V
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(b) Extensive application of farmyard manure (FYM)
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(d) Paintings on ivory plates
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(b) Statement II is correct but Statement I is incorrect.
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(d) Eastern Himalayan Region: High rainfall, dense forest, and shifting cultivation.
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(d) The Drought Prone Area Programme (DPAP) aims to minimize the adverse effects of drought on crops, livestock, and land productivity.
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(a) I, II, and V only
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