Q7231. Which of the following statements best describes the overarching nature of religious diversity in medieval Rajasthan?
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Q7232. Which of the following royal charters initially granted the English East India Company a monopoly to trade with the East Indies?
Explanation
Queen Elizabeth I granted the Royal Charter on December 31, 1600. This document provided the Governor and Company of Merchants of London Trading into the East Indies a monopoly for fifteen years. It aimed to challenge Dutch dominance in the spice trade and laid the foundation for British commercial and eventual political expansion in India.
Q7233. On which date was the Rajasthan High Court formally inaugurated at Jodhpur by the Rajpramukh Maharaja Sawai Man Singh?
Explanation
The Rajasthan High Court was formally established on August 29, 1949. Maharaja Sawai Man Singh, the Rajpramukh of the state, inaugurated the court in Jodhpur. This event marked the integration of various princely states’ judicial systems into a single high court for the newly formed Rajasthan. Jodhpur remains the principal seat of the high court today.
Q7234. Which of the following best describes the fundamental raw material characteristics of the traditional integrated iron and steel industry?
Explanation
The iron and steel industry is fundamentally characterized as a weight-losing industry. This means the weight of the raw materials like iron ore and coal is significantly greater than the weight of the finished steel produced. Consequently, manufacturing units are strategically located near the sources of these bulky raw materials to minimize expensive transportation costs for the industry.
Q7235. Which of the following statements most accurately reflects the general overview of the installed power capacity in Rajasthan as of recent assessments?
Explanation
Rajasthan has witnessed a significant shift in its energy mix, with renewable energy sources like solar and wind surpassing thermal power in total installed capacity. This transition highlights the state’s leadership in green energy adoption. Massive investments in large-scale solar parks and wind farms have facilitated this milestone, making Rajasthan a pioneer in India’s sustainable energy transition.
Q7236. Consider the following statements regarding the Bhakti movement in Rajasthan:
Statement I: The Saguna Bhakti saints believed in a formless, attribute-less God and primarily used local dialects to spread their message.
Statement II: The Nirguna Bhakti saints believed in a personal God with attributes and focused heavily on elaborate temple rituals.
Which of the following is correct?
Statement I: The Saguna Bhakti saints believed in a formless, attribute-less God and primarily used local dialects to spread their message.
Statement II: The Nirguna Bhakti saints believed in a personal God with attributes and focused heavily on elaborate temple rituals.
Which of the following is correct?
Explanation
The classification of Bhakti traditions depends on the nature of the divine. Saguna Bhakti emphasizes a personal God with physical attributes and qualities, often involving idol worship and temple rituals. In contrast, Nirguna Bhakti focuses on an absolute, formless reality without attributes. Both statements in the question incorrectly swap these fundamental definitions of the Saguna and Nirguna spiritual paths.
Q7237. What was the primary objective of the early English East India Company during its initial decades in India?
Explanation
During the seventeenth century, the Company functioned primarily as a commercial entity rather than a territorial power. Its focus remained on obtaining imperial farmans for duty-free trade and establishing secure storage houses known as factories. These early efforts were concentrated along coastal regions to facilitate efficient maritime commerce with Europe while avoiding direct political conflicts.
Q7238. Match the following Articles of the Constitution of India with their respective provisions regarding the High Courts:
| Articles | Provisions |
|---|---|
| A. Article 214 | i. Appointment and conditions of the office of a Judge of a High Court |
| B. Article 215 | ii. High Courts to be courts of record |
| C. Article 216 | iii. Constitution of High Courts |
| D. Article 217 | iv. High Courts for States |
Explanation
Article 214 mandates that every state must have a high court. Article 215 designates these courts as courts of record with powers to punish for contempt. Article 216 discusses the constitution of these courts by the President. Article 217 outlines the procedure for appointing judges and their conditions of office. These articles form the constitutional basis for judicial functioning.
Q7239. Consider the following statements regarding the Tata Iron and Steel Company (TISCO):
Statement I: TISCO was the first integrated steel plant established in India.
Statement II: It was established at Jamshedpur due to its proximity to the confluence of the Subarnarekha and Kharkai rivers.
Statement I: TISCO was the first integrated steel plant established in India.
Statement II: It was established at Jamshedpur due to its proximity to the confluence of the Subarnarekha and Kharkai rivers.
Explanation
The Tata Iron and Steel Company represents the pioneering integrated steel plant in India, established by Jamsetji Tata in the early twentieth century. Its location in Jamshedpur was chosen primarily for the abundant water supply provided by the confluence of the Subarnarekha and Kharkai rivers. Proximity to iron ore, coal, and manganese deposits further supported its successful operations.
Q7240. Consider the following statements regarding the energy scenario in Rajasthan:
I. Rajasthan has the highest installed capacity of solar power among all Indian states.
II. The state is a net importer of electricity during peak daytime hours due to low generation.
III. Thermal power continues to play a critical role in providing base-load grid stability.
Which of the above combination of statements is correct?
I. Rajasthan has the highest installed capacity of solar power among all Indian states.
II. The state is a net importer of electricity during peak daytime hours due to low generation.
III. Thermal power continues to play a critical role in providing base-load grid stability.
Which of the above combination of statements is correct?
Explanation
Rajasthan maintains the highest installed solar power capacity in India due to favorable geographical conditions. While solar energy provides significant power during the day, thermal power remains essential for grid stability by providing a reliable base load. The state often acts as a net exporter during peak solar generation hours, rather than a net importer, due to its surplus production.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 7231 | (b) It featured a blend of Bhakti traditions, folk deities, and Sufi mysticism. |
| 7232 | (b) Charter of 1600 |
| 7233 | (b) 29 August 1949 |
| 7234 | (b) It utilizes heavy and weight-losing raw materials, requiring plant locations near raw material sources. |
| 7235 | (b) Renewables like solar and wind now exceed thermal power in the state’s total installed capacity. |
| 7236 | (b) Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect. |
| 7237 | (a) Securing trading privileges and establishing factories |
| 7238 | (a) A-iv, B-ii, C-iii, D-i |
| 7239 | (a) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct |
| 7240 | (a) I and III only |
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