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RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Service Sector in Rajasthan: Status, Issues and Initiatives
Q6911. Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A): The service sector has outpaced the agriculture and industry sectors in terms of GSDP contribution in Rajasthan. Reason (R): Rajasthan possesses a highly diversified industrial base that entirely supports its service-oriented economy. Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
Explanation
While the service sector has indeed outpaced agriculture and industry in its contribution to the state’s Gross State Domestic Product, the reason provided is inaccurate. Rajasthan’s economy is increasingly service-oriented, but its industrial base is not entirely diversified enough to be the sole support system. The service sector’s growth is driven by tourism, digital initiatives, and urban expansion.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Language and Literature of Rajasthan
Q6912. Which of the following sub-dialects does not belong to the Marwari dialect?
Explanation
Marwari is the most widely spoken dialect of Rajasthan, featuring several sub-dialects such as Mewari, Godwadi, and Dhatki. These sub-forms share core grammatical structures and vocabulary. However, Jagrauti is a sub-dialect of Dhundhari, primarily spoken in the Karauli region. This distinction is based on the geographical distribution and phonetic variations found across eastern and western regions.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · Rajasthan Legislative Assembly
Q6913. What is the current maximum strength of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly as determined by the delimitation exercise?
Explanation
The current strength of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly is fixed at 200 members. This number was reached through progressive increases during previous delimitation exercises to reflect the growing population of the state. These 200 seats represent various territorial constituencies where members are directly elected by citizens through a universal adult franchise, ensuring a representative democratic legislative body.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Service Sector in Rajasthan: Status, Issues and Initiatives
Q6914. Which of the following industries is considered the most significant and historically dominant driver of the service sector in Rajasthan?
Explanation
Tourism and hospitality have historically served as the most significant drivers of Rajasthan’s service sector due to the state’s rich cultural heritage and monuments. This industry creates extensive forward and backward linkages, supporting local handicrafts, transport, and regional employment. While information technology and retail are growing rapidly, the tourism sector remains the most iconic and dominant historical contributor.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Language and Literature of Rajasthan
Q6915. The Vagadi dialect, spoken predominantly in Dungarpur and Banswara, was classified by George Grierson under which category?
Explanation
Vagadi is spoken in the southern districts of Dungarpur and Banswara. George Grierson classified this dialect as Bhili due to the heavy influence of the local Bhil tribes’ speech patterns. It serves as a linguistic bridge between Rajasthani and Gujarati. The dialect is characterized by specific phonetic shifts and a vocabulary reflecting the regional tribal heritage.
RAS PrelimsMedieval Indian History · Bhakti and Sufi Movements
Q6916. Find the odd one out among the following saints of the Southern Bhakti tradition.
Explanation
The early medieval religious landscape of South India featured two distinct groups of poet-saints. While Appar, Sambandar, and Sundarar were prominent Nayanars who composed hymns in praise of Lord Shiva, Nammalvar belonged to the Alvar tradition. As a devotee of Lord Vishnu, his inclusion here represents a different sectarian focus compared to the other three figures who championed the Shaiva path.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · Rajasthan Legislative Assembly
Q6917. Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R). Assertion (A): The State of Rajasthan does not possess a Legislative Council (Vidhan Parishad). Reason (R): The Parliament of India has the exclusive power to create or abolish a Legislative Council in a state by a simple majority, provided the Legislative Assembly of that state passes a resolution to that effect by a special majority.
Explanation
Rajasthan currently operates with a unicameral legislature, meaning it has no Legislative Council. While Parliament holds the power to create or abolish such councils under Article 169, this requires a specific resolution from the State Assembly. The absence of a council in Rajasthan is a structural fact, although the legal mechanism for its creation exists at the federal level.
RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Major Industrial Regions of India
Q6918. The rapid industrial expansion of the Mumbai- Pune region in the post-independence era was significantly driven by the development of which specific industry at Bombay High?
Explanation
The discovery of oil and natural gas at Bombay High in the 1970s revolutionized the industrial landscape of the Mumbai-Pune region. This offshore field provided a steady supply of crude oil and gas, leading to the rapid expansion of petroleum refineries and petrochemical complexes. These developments significantly diversified the region’s industrial base beyond traditional textiles and engineering sectors.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Service Sector in Rajasthan: Status, Issues and Initiatives
Q6919. Match List-I (Tourism Campaigns/Slogans of Rajasthan) with List-II (Characteristics/ Timeline) and select the correct answer using the codes given below.
Tourism Campaigns/Slogans
Characteristics/Timeline
A. Padharo Mhare Desh
i. Introduced to provide financial relief to the tourism sector post-COVID-19
B. Jaane Kya Dikh Jaye
ii. Traditional and widely recognized welcoming slogan of Rajasthan Tourism
C. Rajasthan Tourism Unit Policy
iii. Policy aimed at promoting private investment in tourism infrastructure
D. Mukhya Mantri Paryatan Udyog Sambal Yojana
iv. Marketing campaign launched in 2016 to rebrand Rajasthan tourism
Codes:
Explanation
Rajasthan tourism utilizes various slogans and policies to attract visitors and investment. The welcoming phrase is traditional and well-known, while newer marketing campaigns were launched more recently to modernize the state’s brand. Specific unit policies encourage private infrastructure development, and special welfare schemes were introduced recently to support the industry’s recovery following the disruptions caused by the global pandemic.
RAS PrelimsMedieval Indian History · Bhakti and Sufi Movements
Q6920. Consider the following statements regarding the early Bhakti movement in South India: I. Andal was a prominent female Alvar saint known for her profound devotion to Lord Krishna. II. The Alvar and Nayanar saints strictly belonged to the upper castes and excluded Shudras. III. They travelled from place to place singing hymns in Tamil in praise of their gods. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Early southern devotional movements were notably inclusive and mobile, featuring saints like Andal who expressed intense love for the divine. These individuals rejected the exclusivity of upper-caste rituals and welcomed followers from all social backgrounds, including Shudras. They traveled extensively across the region, singing hymns in the Tamil language to make spiritual experiences accessible to the common masses in temples.
Answer key for these questions
Q
Correct answer
6911
(c) A is true but R is false.
6912
(b) Jagrauti
6913
(c) 200 members
6914
(b) Tourism and Hospitality
6915
(d) Bhili dialect
6916
(d) Nammalvar
6917
(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
6918
(d) Petroleum and Petrochemicals
6919
(a) A-ii, B-iv, C-iii, D-i
6920
(c) I and III only
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