Q7041. Which of the following is an example of purely historical prose (Khyat) in Rajasthani literature?
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Q7042. Consider the following statements:
Statement I: Guru Nanak established the institutions of ‘Sangat’ and ‘Langar’ to promote social equality among his followers.
Statement II: The ‘Langar’ mandated that only people of the same caste could eat together in the community kitchen.
Which of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Statement I: Guru Nanak established the institutions of ‘Sangat’ and ‘Langar’ to promote social equality among his followers.
Statement II: The ‘Langar’ mandated that only people of the same caste could eat together in the community kitchen.
Which of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Explanation
To dismantle social hierarchies, the founder of this tradition established community institutions where followers could gather and share meals. These practices were revolutionary because they required people from all backgrounds to sit together on the same floor and eat from a common kitchen. This served as a practical application of the core teaching that all human beings are spiritually equal.
Q7043. What was the cause and effect relationship that led to the widespread adoption of natural gas in the industries of the Agra-Mathura region?
Explanation
The widespread adoption of natural gas in the Agra-Mathura region resulted directly from Supreme Court directives aimed at reducing industrial pollution. To protect the Taj Mahal from the harmful effects of coal-fired emissions, the court mandated that industrial units switch to cleaner fuels. This legal intervention led to the establishment of gas pipelines and the modernization of several traditional manufacturing processes.
Q7044. Given below are two statements, one labeled as
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): Prithviraj Rathore’s ‘Veli Krisan Rukamani ri’ is acclaimed as the ‘Fifth Veda’ and ‘Nineteenth Purana’.
Reason (R): It was written as a pure historical chronicle of the Rathore dynasty’s victories against the Mughals.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): Prithviraj Rathore’s ‘Veli Krisan Rukamani ri’ is acclaimed as the ‘Fifth Veda’ and ‘Nineteenth Purana’.
Reason (R): It was written as a pure historical chronicle of the Rathore dynasty’s victories against the Mughals.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
Explanation
Veli Krisan Rukamani ri is praised as the Fifth Veda and the Nineteenth Purana, so the assertion is true. It is not a chronicle of Rathore victories over the Mughals but a devotional poem on Krishna and Rukmini, so the reason is false.
Q7045. Consider the following statements about Guru Nanak:
I. He was born in Talwandi, now in Pakistan.
II. He rejected the authority of the Vedas and the Quran as the ultimate path to salvation.
III. His teachings emphasized the repetition of the Divine Name (Naam Japo).
IV. He undertook extensive travels known as Udasis to spread his message.
V. He strictly advocated for an ascetic life and detachment from household duties.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. He was born in Talwandi, now in Pakistan.
II. He rejected the authority of the Vedas and the Quran as the ultimate path to salvation.
III. His teachings emphasized the repetition of the Divine Name (Naam Japo).
IV. He undertook extensive travels known as Udasis to spread his message.
V. He strictly advocated for an ascetic life and detachment from household duties.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The founder of this tradition was born in Punjab and traveled extensively to share his vision of a formless God. He prioritized the sincere repetition of the divine name and personal conduct over institutional scriptures or rigid rituals. Importantly, he rejected the life of an ascetic, teaching instead that true spiritual progress is achieved while fulfilling one’s responsibilities as a householder.
Q7046. Identify the correct statement regarding the industries in the Mathura-Agra-Delhi corridor.
Explanation
Firozabad is globally recognized as the primary center for India’s glass and bangle industry, maintaining a long-standing tradition of craftsmanship. Other statements are inaccurate because Agra is known for leather, not heavy electrical machinery, and Mathura is famous for its oil refinery rather than being an IT hub. Furthermore, the entire corridor is subject to very strict environmental emission norms.
Q7047. Meera Bai’s devotion is characterized primarily by which type of Bhakti?
Explanation
Meera Bai’s devotion is of the Madhurya (Kanta) bhava, where the devotee loves the god as a beloved loves her lord.
Q7048. Identify the correct statement regarding the foundations of Sikhism laid by Guru Nanak.
Explanation
The spiritual vision of this leader was remarkably progressive, as he actively campaigned against social evils and championed the rights of the marginalized. He promoted the active participation of women in religious life and strongly opposed the prevailing customs that restricted their freedom. His focus remained on internal purity and social justice rather than the maintenance of traditional caste or gender hierarchies.
Q7049. The Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC) is being developed in collaboration with which foreign country?
Explanation
The Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor is a flagship infrastructure project being developed by the Government of India in collaboration with Japan. This partnership involves significant Japanese financial investment and technical expertise. The goal is to create a world-class industrial zone across six states, leveraging the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor to boost manufacturing, exports, and overall economic growth through bilateral cooperation.
Q7050. Choose the correct sequential order of the prominent early Rajasthani poetic traditions based on their chronological emergence:
Explanation
The Jain Ras tradition came first, the Charan Raso tradition followed and the Sant Sahitya tradition emerged later. This is the usual order of their emergence.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 7041 | (d) Nainsi ri Khyat |
| 7042 | (c) Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect |
| 7043 | (d) Cause: Supreme Court directives; Effect: Shift to natural gas |
| 7044 | (c) A is true but R is false. |
| 7045 | (b) I, II, III, and IV only |
| 7046 | (a) Firozabad has historically been the center of India’s glass and bangle industry |
| 7047 | (c) Madhurya Bhava (Kanta Bhava) |
| 7048 | (c) He believed in the equality of women and opposed discriminatory practices. |
| 7049 | (c) Japan |
| 7050 | (a) Jain Ras tradition - Charan Raso tradition - Sant Sahitya tradition |
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