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RAS PrelimsModern Indian History · British Imperialism and Early Resistance
Q7281. Match List I: (Provisions of the Treaties of Allahabad) with List II: (Parties involved) and select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Provisions of the Treaties of Allahabad
Parties involved
A. Surrender of Allahabad and Kara
i. Shuja-ud-Daulah to Shah Alam II
B. Payment of Rs 50 lakh as war indemnity
ii. Shuja-ud-Daulah to the East India Company
C. Grant of Diwani of Bengal, Bihar, and Orissa
iii. Shah Alam II to the East India Company
D. Provision of Rs 26 lakh annual pension
iv. East India Company to Shah Alam II
Explanation
Under the dual treaties of 1765, Shuja-ud-Daulah surrendered Allahabad and Kara to the Mughal Emperor and paid a war indemnity to the Company. In return, Shah Alam II granted the Diwani rights of eastern provinces to the British. The Company then provided the Emperor with a fixed annual pension, establishing a new financial and political hierarchy in India.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · Rajasthan High Court and Subordinate Courts
Q7282. The power of judicial review exercised by the Rajasthan High Court cannot be used to:
Explanation
The High Court can test the validity of State laws, strike down executive orders that violate fundamental rights and declare delegated legislation ultra vires. It cannot review the proceedings of courts-martial, so A is the answer.
RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Iron and Steel, Textile and Sugar Industries
Q7283. Arrange the following states from North to South based on their geographical location, which are also prominent centers of the silk industry: I. Jammu & Kashmir II. West Bengal III. Karnataka Select the correct order from the options given below:
Explanation
India’s prominent silk industry centers are geographically distributed from the northern tip to the southern peninsula. Jammu and Kashmir, located in the north, is famous for its high-quality temperate silk. Moving southwards, West Bengal serves as a major silk-weaving hub in the east. Finally, Karnataka is the leading producer of mulberry silk in the southern part of the country.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Energy Infrastructure in Rajasthan
Q7284. The Kota Super Thermal Power Station draws its cooling water requirements primarily from which of the following sources?
Explanation
The Kota Super Thermal Power Station is situated on the banks of the Chambal River to ensure a reliable water supply for its cooling and steam generation processes. It primarily draws water from the Kota Barrage. This proximity to a perennial water source was a key factor in the site selection, supporting the continuous operation of this vital plant.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Religious Life: Saints, Sects and Folk Deities
Q7285. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Nath/Shaiva Centre
Associated Figure/Detail
A. Maha Mandir
i. Jalandharnath
B. Sire Mandir
ii. Bappa Rawal
C. Rata Dunga
iii. Ayasji Nath
D. Eklingji
iv. Bharthari
Explanation
The Maha Mandir is linked with Ayasji Nath, Sire Mandir with Jalandharnath, Rata Dunga with Bharthari and Eklingji with Bappa Rawal. This gives A-iii, B-i, C-iv, D-ii.
RAS PrelimsModern Indian History · British Imperialism and Early Resistance
Q7286. The "Dual Government" system established in Bengal refers to the separation of which two functions?
Explanation
Robert Clive introduced the Dual Government system where the Company exercised Diwani rights, managing revenue and civil justice. Simultaneously, the Nawab retained Nizamat functions, which included maintaining internal peace, police, and criminal justice. This arrangement allowed the British to enjoy the benefits of power and wealth without assuming the direct responsibility or costs of local administration.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · Rajasthan High Court and Subordinate Courts
Q7287. Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R): Assertion (A): The Constitution ensures the independence of the subordinate judiciary from the state executive. Reason (R): Article 235 vests the control over district courts and courts subordinate thereto solely in the Governor of the State. In the context of the above two statements, choose the correct option:
Explanation
The Constitution protects the independence of the subordinate judiciary, so the assertion is true. Control over the subordinate courts under Article 235 is with the High Court, not solely the Governor, so the reason is false.
RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Iron and Steel, Textile and Sugar Industries
Q7288. Which of the following factors does NOT contribute to the heavy concentration of the jute textile industry in West Bengal?
Explanation
The concentration of the jute industry in West Bengal is driven by several favorable geographical factors. These include the proximity to raw jute production in the Ganga-Brahmaputra delta and the abundant fresh water from the Hooghly river required for processing. However, jute manufacturing requires a humid climate for spinning. An arid or dry climate is unsuitable for this specific textile process.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Energy Infrastructure in Rajasthan
Q7289. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer:
Nuclear Reactor Types/Projects
Characteristics/Locations
A. RAPS Units 1 & 2
i. Heavy Water
B. RAPS Units 7 & 8
ii. Natural Uranium
C. Fuel used in RAPS
iii. Older generation capacity models (100-200 MW)
D. Moderator used in RAPS
iv. Indigenous 700 MW Pressurized Heavy Water Reactors
Explanation
Nuclear power in Rajasthan utilizes specialized technologies for energy production. The earlier units at Rawatbhata have smaller capacities, while the newest units use indigenous 700 MW pressurized heavy water reactor technology. These reactors typically utilize natural uranium as fuel and heavy water as a moderator. This technical configuration allows for efficient nuclear fission while maintaining stringent safety and operational standards.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Religious Life: Saints, Sects and Folk Deities
Q7290. The philosophical foundation of the Pushti Marg, founded by Vallabhacharya, is known as:
Explanation
Vallabhacharya’s Pushti Marg rests on the philosophy of Shuddhadvaita, or pure non-dualism.
Answer key for these questions
Q
Correct answer
7281
(a) A-i, B-ii, C-iii, D-iv
7282
(a) Review the proceedings of military tribunals or courts-martial.
7283
(a) I, II, III
7284
(a) Chambal River via Kota Barrage
7285
(a) A-iii, B-i, C-iv, D-ii
7286
(b) Diwani (revenue) and Nizamat (police and judicial) functions.
7287
(c) A is true but R is false.
7288
(b) Dry and arid climate ideal for spinning jute yarn without moisture
7289
(b) A-iii, B-iv, C-ii, D-i
7290
(b) Shuddhadvaita
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