RAS Prelims MCQ Practice

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Turra and Kalangi represent Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, respectively, and the tradition was indeed founded by the saints Tukangir and Shah Ali. The performance is anything but quiet; it is a loud and vibrant poetic debate where performers actively sing and engage in verbal competition. The idea of it being a silent mime performance is incorrect, as its essence is verbal.

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In Rajasthan, as in other states, the Chief Minister typically chairs all major cabinet committees, including those for Political Affairs, Economic Affairs, and Investment. This centralized leadership allows the Chief Minister to maintain control over diverse policy areas and ensure that all committee decisions are consistent with the overall strategic goals and political priorities of the state government and its administration. These committees are where the real work of policy formulation happens. By heading them, the Chief Minister ensures that he is directly involved in the most important decisions. This practice strengthens the Chief Minister’s position as the real head of the government and provides for a more integrated and focused approach to state governance.

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Water scarcity limits water-intensive industry in western Rajasthan, so Statement I is true. The State does not encourage large water-dependent textile processing units in the Thar desert, so Statement II is false.

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Traditional Turra-Kalangi involves a ‘Dangal’ (competition), a ‘Mach’ (stage), and the use of the ‘Chang’ (percussion). These are integral to its competitive and public nature. The Purdah system, or the veiling of performers, is not part of this tradition. It is a masculine and public form of poetic debate where performers face each other and the audience directly on platforms.

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The special address by the Governor is a constitutional requirement at the beginning of the first session after each general election and the first session of every year. In this speech, the Governor outlines the government’s policies and legislative program. This address is followed by a debate and a vote of thanks in the legislature, serving as a key democratic procedure. This event is more than just a ceremony; it is an important opportunity for the legislature to review the government’s plans. The subsequent debate allows the opposition to critique these policies. The final vote of thanks is a test of the government’s majority, reinforcing its accountability to the elected representatives of the people.

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A Turra-Kalangi performance follows a logical progression. It begins with the decoration of the stage (Mach), followed by the chanting of initial hymns to seek blessings. The core of the performance is the ‘Dangal’, where one faction poses a poetic question or challenge, which is then met by a poetic rebuttal or answer from the opposing side throughout the night.

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A member of the Legislative Council can be appointed as Chief Minister. However, they can only vote in the House of which they are a member. Therefore, such a Chief Minister cannot vote on a motion of no-confidence, which is always moved and decided in the Legislative Assembly. This highlights the primary role of the Assembly in determining the government’s survival. While such a leader can participate in debates in both houses, their voting power is restricted to their own house. This constitutional rule ensures that the ultimate fate of the government rests with the house that is directly elected by the people. It maintains the essential democratic link between the electorate and the executive’s continuation in power.

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RajNivesh is an advanced single window clearance system that gives time-bound approvals to investors.

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Tukangir was the saint associated with the Turra (Shiva) faction, while Shah Ali represented the Kalangi (Parvati) side.

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Article 164 is brief, merely stating that the Chief Minister is appointed by the Governor. It does not detail the selection process. Therefore, the Governor relies on established parliamentary conventions, such as inviting the leader of the majority party. This lack of a rigid constitutional procedure allows for flexibility in various political scenarios while maintaining the core principle of majority support. These conventions are as important as the written text of the Constitution. They provide the practical rules that guide the Governor in making this crucial appointment. By following these established norms, the Governor ensures that the person chosen to lead the state has the necessary democratic legitimacy to command the legislative assembly.