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RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Minerals of India: Metallic and Non-Metallic
Q6581. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Iron Ore Mine
State
A. Bailadila
i. Karnataka
B. Noamundi
ii. Odisha
C. Kudremukh
iii. Chhattisgarh
D. Badampahar
iv. Jharkhand
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Explanation
India’s iron ore mines are strategically located across diverse geological regions. The Bailadila mines are situated in Chhattisgarh, while the Noamundi mine is a major source of iron ore in Jharkhand. Kudremukh is located in the Western Ghats of Karnataka, and Badampahar is found in Odisha. These mines are integral to the industrial supply chains of their respective regions.
RAS PrelimsMedieval Indian History · Medieval Art, Architecture, Literature and Music
Q6582. Arrange the following Sultanate period monuments in the chronological order of their construction: I. Alai Darwaza II. Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque III. Tomb of Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq IV. Tomb of Sikandar Lodi Which of the above sequences is correct?
Explanation
The progression of Sultanate architecture began with the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque during the early Delhi Sultanate. It was followed by the Khalji-era Alai Darwaza, which showcased refined arcuate techniques. The Tughlaq period produced the Tomb of Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq with its characteristic batter, while the Tomb of Sikandar Lodi represents the later Lodi phase, notably featuring the innovative double dome.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · State Executive: Governor, Chief Minister and Council of Ministers
Q6583. Read the following statements regarding the executive powers of the Governor: I. All executive actions of the government of a state are formally taken in the name of the Governor. II. He appoints the Advocate General of a state and determines his remuneration. III. He appoints the State Election Commissioner and determines his conditions of service. IV. He appoints the chairman and members of the State Public Service Commission, but they can be removed only by the President. Which of the above statements are correct?
Explanation
All executive actions of a state government are formally taken in the name of the Governor. This includes appointing the Advocate General, State Election Commissioner, and members of the State Public Service Commission. While the Governor makes these appointments, members of the State Public Service Commission can only be removed by the President of India, not the Governor of the state. This ensures that high-ranking state officials have a degree of protection from local political pressure. The Governor’s role as the appointing authority is a formal executive function performed on the advice of the Council of Ministers. This arrangement maintains the balance between state-level administration and central constitutional oversight.
RAS PrelimsMedieval Indian History · Medieval Art, Architecture, Literature and Music
Q6584. Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R): Assertion (A): The buildings of the Tughlaq period are characterized by steeply sloping walls. Reason (R): The sloping walls, known as batter, were introduced to provide strength and stability to the structural foundations while avoiding excess weight. Select the correct answer from the codes below:
Explanation
Tughlaq period architecture is distinguished by the use of "batter," which refers to the inward-sloping walls of their structures. This design element was primarily functional, providing greater structural stability and strength to the massive walls while allowing them to bear the weight of heavy roofs. It gave the buildings a robust, fortress-like appearance characteristic of that specific historical era.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · State Executive: Governor, Chief Minister and Council of Ministers
Q6585. The power of the Governor to summon, prorogue the state legislature and dissolve the state legislative assembly is classified under which category of his powers?
Explanation
The powers to summon and prorogue the state legislature, as well as the power to dissolve the state legislative assembly, are categorized as legislative powers. These functions are integral to the legislative process and the functioning of the assembly. The Governor exercises these powers based on the advice of the Council of Ministers, reflecting the principles of a parliamentary system. These powers ensure that the Governor can facilitate the meeting and functioning of the elected representatives. Summoning brings the house together, while proroguing ends a session. Dissolution is a critical power that leads to new elections, allowing the people to choose a new government when the assembly’s term expires.
RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Minerals of India: Metallic and Non-Metallic
Q6586. Given below are two statements: Statement I: The Singhbhum district is famous exclusively for iron ore mining and lacks other metallic minerals. Statement II: Singhbhum forms a part of the rich mineral belt extending across Jharkhand and Odisha. Select the correct option:
Explanation
The Singhbhum district of Jharkhand is a highly mineralised zone and is not limited exclusively to iron ore extraction. It is also a significant producer of other metallic minerals, most notably copper. This district forms an integral part of the rich mineral belt that extends across the border into Odisha, making it one of the most productive mining regions.
RAS PrelimsMedieval Indian History · Medieval Art, Architecture, Literature and Music
Q6587. The introduction of the double dome in Sultanate architecture served a specific structural and aesthetic purpose. Which of the following best explains this application in the Lodi architectural period?
Explanation
The double dome of the Lodi period had an inner and an outer shell. It kept the exterior high and imposing while the interior ceiling stayed at a suitable, lower height.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · State Executive: Governor, Chief Minister and Council of Ministers
Q6588. Read the following statements regarding the ordinance-making power of the Governor under Article 213: I. He can promulgate an ordinance only when the legislative assembly is not in session. II. An ordinance can be issued only on subjects upon which the state legislature has the power to make laws. III. He cannot promulgate an ordinance without the instructions from the President if a bill containing the same provisions would have required the previous sanction of the President. IV. An ordinance issued by him must be approved by the state legislature within six weeks from its reassembly. V. The Governor possesses the discretionary power to withdraw an ordinance at any time without the advice of the Council of Ministers. Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?
Explanation
The Governor can withdraw an ordinance at any time, but this action requires the advice of the Council of Ministers, not independent discretion. Other conditions include the legislature being out of session and subjects being within state legislative competence. In certain cases, instructions from the President are necessary before the Governor can promulgate an ordinance under the provisions of Article 213. Ordinance making is an executive power used when the legislature is not in session. It allows the government to take immediate action on urgent matters. However, every ordinance must eventually be approved by the state legislature to remain in force, ensuring that the executive remains accountable to the elected legislative body.
RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Minerals of India: Metallic and Non-Metallic
Q6589. Arrange the following types of iron ore based on their average iron content in decreasing order: I. Siderite II. Magnetite III. Limonite IV. Hematite Select the correct order using the options below:
Explanation
Magnetite has the highest iron content, followed by hematite, then limonite and siderite. The order is II, IV, III, I.
RAS PrelimsMedieval Indian History · Medieval Art, Architecture, Literature and Music
Q6590. Who among the following Delhi Sultans did not contribute to the initial construction, extension, or major repair of the Qutb Minar?
Explanation
Qutbuddin Aibak began the Qutb Minar, Iltutmish completed it and Firoz Shah Tughlaq repaired it after lightning damage. Alauddin Khalji added the Alai Darwaza in the complex but did not work on the Minar itself.
Answer key for these questions
Q
Correct answer
6581
(a) A-iii, B-iv, C-i, D-ii
6582
(a) II, I, III, IV
6583
(d) I, II, III and IV
6584
(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
6585
(a) Legislative powers
6586
(d) Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
6587
(c) To balance exterior height while keeping the interior ceiling at a visually suitable level.
6588
(c) Only V
6589
(a) II, IV, III, I
6590
(a) Alauddin Khalji
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