Q6671. Which of the following statements correctly highlights the significance of Chromite deposits in Odisha?
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Q6672. Which of the following statements regarding the origins and community associated with the Bhavai dance is incorrect?
Explanation
Bhavai is a professional folk dance believed to have originated in the border regions of Gujarat and Rajasthan, performed primarily by the Bhavai community. It requires intense training and is traditionally performed in open spaces for public entertainment or festive gatherings. It is not a strictly religious dance confined to temple sanctums, as its primary purpose is physical skill.
Q6673. Match List I (Mughal Painter) with List II (Specialty/Associated Work):
Select the correct code:
| Mughal Painter | Specialty/Associated Work |
|---|---|
| A. Basawan | i. Master of flora and fauna painting |
| B. Daswanth | ii. Famous for portraiture and honored with the title Nadir-uz-Zaman |
| C. Ustad Mansur | iii. Renowned for background landscapes and illustrated the Razmnama |
| D. Abul Hasan | iv. A brilliant but tragic painter who illustrated the Hamza Nama |
Explanation
Basawan was noted for background landscapes and the Razmnama, Daswanth was a gifted but tragic painter of the Hamza Nama, Ustad Mansur painted birds and animals and Abul Hasan was honoured as Nadir-uz-Zaman for portraits. This gives A-iii, B-iv, C-i, D-ii.
Q6674. Select the correct sequential order of the actions typically taken by the Governor in the event of a state constitutional crisis under Article 356:
Explanation
During a constitutional crisis, the Governor first observes the breakdown of constitutional machinery. Then, the situation is assessed to determine if the government can continue. A formal report is submitted to the President based on this assessment. Finally, if the President is satisfied, a proclamation of President’s Rule is issued under Article 356 to stabilize the state administration. This process follows a logical sequence aimed at restoring constitutional order. The Governor’s assessment is critical as it provides the factual basis for the President’s action. By following these steps, the Union government can intervene in a state only when it is clear that the normal constitutional processes have failed.
Q6675. Consider the following statements about Mica distribution in India:
I. Jharkhand is a leading producer with the Koderma-Gaya-Hazaribagh belt being predominant.
II. In Rajasthan, the major mica producing area is situated around Ajmer and Bhilwara.
III. Andhra Pradesh is known for the Nellore mica belt.
IV. Mica occurs exclusively in the form of massive, unbreakable sedimentary blocks.
V. India is one of the world’s leading exporters of sheet mica.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
I. Jharkhand is a leading producer with the Koderma-Gaya-Hazaribagh belt being predominant.
II. In Rajasthan, the major mica producing area is situated around Ajmer and Bhilwara.
III. Andhra Pradesh is known for the Nellore mica belt.
IV. Mica occurs exclusively in the form of massive, unbreakable sedimentary blocks.
V. India is one of the world’s leading exporters of sheet mica.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Explanation
India is a prominent producer and exporter of sheet mica. Leading regions include the Koderma belt in Jharkhand, the Nellore belt in Andhra Pradesh, and areas around Ajmer in Rajasthan. Mica occurs as thin sheets within igneous and metamorphic rocks, not as massive sedimentary blocks. Its ease of splitting into very thin, flexible layers is a key physical characteristic for industrial use.
Q6676. Which of the following regions is an exception and is NOT recognised as a significant mica-producing belt in India?
Explanation
Koderma, Nellore and Bhilwara are mica-producing areas. Digboi is known for oil in Assam, so it is not a mica belt.
Q6677. In a classic Bhavai performance, a dancer executes a series of escalating balancing acts.
Arrange the following traditional balancing props in the correct order from least complex (base level) to most complex (climax acts):
Arrange the following traditional balancing props in the correct order from least complex (base level) to most complex (climax acts):
Explanation
In a classic Bhavai performance, the complexity of the acts typically escalates to build suspense. The dancer begins with simpler acts, such as balancing a single pot, before moving to multiple pitchers. The difficulty increases when they perform on the rim of a brass thali, culminating in the most hazardous and spectacular feat of dancing on shards of glass.
Q6678. Consider the following statements about Akbar’s painting atelier:
I. The Razmnama is the Persian translation and elaborately illustrated version of the Mahabharata.
II. Painters in Akbar’s atelier were strictly forbidden by religious decree from studying European artworks.
III. Indigenous Hindu artists significantly outnumbered Persian artists in Akbar’s imperial workshop.
Which of the combinations given above is correct?
I. The Razmnama is the Persian translation and elaborately illustrated version of the Mahabharata.
II. Painters in Akbar’s atelier were strictly forbidden by religious decree from studying European artworks.
III. Indigenous Hindu artists significantly outnumbered Persian artists in Akbar’s imperial workshop.
Which of the combinations given above is correct?
Explanation
The Razmnama is the Persian translation of the Mahabharata, illustrated in the imperial atelier, and many Hindu artists worked there. Painters were not forbidden to study European art, so II is wrong.
Q6679. If the Governor of a state wishes to resign before the completion of his five-year term, to whom must he address his resignation letter?
Explanation
If a Governor decides to resign before their five-year term ends, they must submit a formal resignation letter addressed to the President of India. Since the President is the appointing authority for the Governor, the resignation must also be directed to them. This procedural requirement maintains the hierarchical relationship between the head of the Union and the state’s nominal head. The President accepts the resignation and makes alternative arrangements for the state’s administration. This process ensures a smooth transition and ensures that the vacancy is filled according to constitutional norms. The requirement to address the President reinforces the fact that the Governor is an appointee of the central executive authority.
Q6680. A cement manufacturing plant is typically established close to limestone quarries rather than the market. This concept application reflects that limestone is a:
Explanation
Cement plants are built near limestone quarries because limestone is a weight-losing, bulky raw material, and moving it would cost more than moving the cement.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 6671 | (c) Metallurgical use for stainless steel and refractory bricks. |
| 6672 | (d) It is a strictly religious dance performed only inside temple sanctums. |
| 6673 | (a) A-iii, B-iv, C-i, D-ii |
| 6674 | (b) Breakdown of constitutional machinery - Assessment of situation - Submission of report to President - Proclamation of President’s Rule |
| 6675 | (a) I, II, III and V only |
| 6676 | (c) Digboi region |
| 6677 | (a) Single pot Edge of a thali Broken glass Multiple pots (7-9) |
| 6678 | (c) I and III only |
| 6679 | (b) The President of India |
| 6680 | (b) Weight-losing, bulky raw material |
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