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RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Religious Life: Saints, Sects and Folk Deities
Q7251. Consider the following statements regarding the major religious currents in Rajasthan: I. Jainism received extensive royal patronage in Mewar and Marwar regions. II. The Nath Sampraday wielded significant political influence in the Marwar state during the reign of Maharaja Man Singh. III. The Dadupanth originated in Gujarat but found its major following and principal seat in the Mewar region. Which of the above statements is/are the correct combination?
Explanation
Jainism enjoyed extensive royal patronage across Mewar and Marwar, leading to the construction of magnificent temples. The Nath Sampraday achieved significant political power in Marwar during Maharaja Man Singh’s reign. However, the Dadupanth did not originate in Gujarat; it was founded by Dadu Dayal within Rajasthan, with its principal seat and major following located in the Naraina region.
RAS PrelimsModern Indian History · British Imperialism and Early Resistance
Q7252. The primary reason for the East India Company shifting its western headquarters from Surat to Bombay in 1687 was:
Explanation
Bombay was transferred to the East India Company in 1668 by King Charles II. It offered a defensible island location and a deep-water natural harbor, making it far more strategically viable than the vulnerable riverine port of Surat. Consequently, the Company shifted its administrative and commercial headquarters to Bombay in 1687 to ensure better maritime defense.
RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Iron and Steel, Textile and Sugar Industries
Q7253. Consider the following statements regarding the Durgapur and Rourkela steel plants: I. Both plants were established as public sector units during the Second Five Year Plan. II. Durgapur was established with British collaboration, while Rourkela was built with German collaboration. III. Both plants are located in the coastal state of Andhra Pradesh. Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Explanation
During the Second Five Year Plan, the Indian government established several integrated steel plants under the public sector. The Durgapur plant was developed with British collaboration in West Bengal, whereas the Rourkela plant was built with German assistance in Odisha. These units are located in the eastern industrial belt of India, rather than in the southern state of Andhra Pradesh.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · Rajasthan High Court and Subordinate Courts
Q7254. Who among the following served as the first Chief Justice of the newly constituted Rajasthan High Court in 1949?
Explanation
Justice Kamal Kant Verma served as the first Chief Justice of the Rajasthan High Court upon its inauguration in 1949. He previously held the position of Chief Justice in the Allahabad High Court. His appointment was a crucial step in organizing the unified judicial structure of the state. He played a pioneering role in establishing early legal traditions in Rajasthan.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Religious Life: Saints, Sects and Folk Deities
Q7255. Arrange the following prominent Bhakti saints of Rajasthan in their correct chronological order of birth: I. Sant Pipa II. Dadu Dayal III. Jambhoji IV. Ramcharan
Explanation
The historical chronology of these saints begins with Sant Pipa, born in the late 14th century. He was followed by Jambhoji, the founder of the Bishnoi sect, born in 1451. Dadu Dayal’s birth is traditionally dated to 1544 during the mid- 16th century. Finally, Sant Ramcharan, who established the Ramsnehi sect, was born in 1719 during the late medieval period.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · Rajasthan High Court and Subordinate Courts
Q7256. Which of the following statements regarding the appointment of judges to the Rajasthan High Court is correct?
Explanation
Judges of the high court are appointed by the President of India under Article 217. This process involves a consultative mechanism where the President considers the views of the Chief Justice of India and the Governor of the state. Additionally, for the appointment of judges other than the Chief Justice, the Chief Justice of the respective high court is consulted.
RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Iron and Steel, Textile and Sugar Industries
Q7257. Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R): Assertion (A): The Vizag Steel Plant enjoys a unique locational advantage compared to early public sector steel plants in India. Reason (R): It is a shore-based integrated steel plant, which facilitates the easier import of raw materials and export of finished goods. Select the correct answer using the options given below:
Explanation
The Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, often called Vizag Steel, possesses a unique geographical advantage by being India’s first shore-based integrated steel plant. This coastal location is highly beneficial for the logistics of the iron and steel industry. It facilitates the cost-effective import of high-quality coking coal from abroad and simplifies the export of finished steel products to international markets.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Religious Life: Saints, Sects and Folk Deities
Q7258. Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R). Examine these two statements carefully and select the correct answer. Assertion (A): The Bhakti movement in Rajasthan significantly reduced the rigidity of the caste system during the medieval period. Reason (R): Many prominent Bhakti saints in Rajasthan, such as Dadu Dayal, Kabir, and Raidas, came from marginalized communities and preached in the vernacular language.
Explanation
The Bhakti movement in Rajasthan challenged the traditional caste hierarchy by promoting spiritual equality. Saints from diverse social backgrounds, including marginalized communities, preached in local vernacular languages rather than Sanskrit. By making spirituality accessible to all regardless of birth, these saints and their teachings directly contributed to reducing the social rigidity and caste-based discrimination prevalent during the medieval era.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · Rajasthan High Court and Subordinate Courts
Q7259. Arrange the following criminal courts in the subordinate judiciary of Rajasthan in descending order of their hierarchy (from highest to lowest): I. Court of Chief Judicial Magistrate II. Court of Sessions Judge III. Court of Judicial Magistrate Second Class IV. Court of Judicial Magistrate First Class Which of the following represents the correct sequence?
Explanation
The criminal justice hierarchy in the subordinate judiciary begins with the Court of Sessions Judge at the highest district level. Below it is the Court of Chief Judicial Magistrate, followed by the Judicial Magistrate First Class. The Judicial Magistrate Second Class sits at the lowest level of this hierarchy. This structured system ensures orderly legal proceedings and defined appellate routes.
RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Iron and Steel, Textile and Sugar Industries
Q7260. Identify the incorrect statement regarding the steel plants of South India.
Explanation
The Bhadravati steel plant in Karnataka, originally known as Mysore Iron and Steel Works, is situated near the river Bhadra. Historically, it relied on charcoal from local forests for smelting due to the absence of nearby coal mines. Later, it transitioned to electric power. The claim that it depends solely on Australian coal imports for smelting is factually incorrect.
Answer key for these questions
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Correct answer
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(a) I and II only
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(c) Bombay offered a superior natural harbor and greater security than Surat.
7253
(c) I and II only
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(b) Justice Kamal Kant Verma
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(a) I, III, II, IV
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(d) They are appointed by the President in consultation with the CJI, the State Governor, and the High Court Chief Justice.
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(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
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(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
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(b) II, I, IV, III
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(a) Bhadravati relies solely on coking coal imports from Australia due to a lack of local coal or forests.
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