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RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · Rajasthan High Court and Subordinate Courts
Q7301. Consider the following statements regarding the Rajasthan State Legal Services Authority (RSLSA): I. It was constituted under the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987. II. Its objective is to provide free and competent legal services to the weaker sections of society. III. The Chief Justice of the Rajasthan High Court acts as its Patron-in-Chief. IV. It organizes Lok Adalats for amicable settlement of disputes. V. It has the power to issue binding writs similar to the High Court in public interest litigations. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The Rajasthan State Legal Services Authority was established under the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987. Its primary goal is to provide free and competent legal services to vulnerable sections of society. The Chief Justice of the Rajasthan High Court serves as the Patron-in-Chief. While it organizes Lok Adalats for dispute resolution, it does not possess writ-issuing powers.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Energy Infrastructure in Rajasthan
Q7302. What is the individual capacity of the newly developed Units 7 and 8 at the Rajasthan Atomic Power Project (RAPP) in Rawatbhata?
Explanation
The latest expansion at the Rajasthan Atomic Power Project includes Units 7 and 8, which are designed as high-capacity indigenous reactors. Each of these units has a generation capacity of 700 MW. This significant addition to the state’s nuclear fleet aims to enhance the availability of clean, carbon-free baseload power, supporting both regional grid stability and national energy goals.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Religious Life: Saints, Sects and Folk Deities
Q7303. Which ruler of Mewar provided refuge to the Goswamis carrying the idol of Shrinathji and granted the village of Sihad for establishing the temple?
Explanation
Maharana Raj Singh of Mewar gave refuge to the Goswamis carrying Shrinathji and granted the village of Sihad, where the temple was built, now Nathdwara.
RAS PrelimsModern Indian History · British Imperialism and Early Resistance
Q7304. Who among the following Governors abolished the system of Dual Government in Bengal?
Explanation
Warren Hastings became the Governor of Bengal in 1772 and immediately terminated the Dual Government system. He aimed to centralize administration and took direct responsibility for revenue collection. By appointing British collectors and moving the treasury from Murshidabad to Calcutta, he established the foundations of a direct colonial administrative structure that replaced the previous indirect and inefficient arrangement.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · Rajasthan High Court and Subordinate Courts
Q7305. Which of the following is correctly paired regarding the provisions of the High Court?
Explanation
Article 222 governs the transfer of a judge from one high court to another by the President. Article 223 deals with the appointment of an acting Chief Justice when the office is vacant. Article 224 relates to additional and acting judges. Article 226 empowers the high court to issue writs for the enforcement of rights. Correct mapping of articles is essential.
RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Iron and Steel, Textile and Sugar Industries
Q7306. Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R): Assertion (A): The sugar industry in India faces severe challenges due to its seasonal nature. Reason (R): Sugarcane is a perishable crop that must be crushed quickly after harvesting to prevent sucrose loss, restricting mill operations to the harvesting months. Select the correct answer using the options given below:
Explanation
The sugar industry is fundamentally seasonal because its primary raw material, sugarcane, is highly perishable. Once harvested, the sucrose content in the cane begins to decline rapidly due to moisture loss. This necessitates immediate crushing near the fields. Consequently, sugar mills can only operate during the specific harvesting months of the year, leading to significant logistical and financial challenges.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Religious Life: Saints, Sects and Folk Deities
Q7307. Consider the following statements about the Pushti Marg in Rajasthan: I. The sect emphasizes the worship of Lord Krishna in his child form (Bala Krishna). II. The temples of this sect are traditionally called ‘Havelis’. III. The musical tradition associated with the temple rituals is known as Haveli Sangeet. IV. Pichhwai paintings originated as backdrops for the deity in these temples. V. The sect strictly prohibits householders from attaining salvation, emphasizing asceticism. Which of the above statements is/are the correct combination?
Explanation
The Pushti Marg worships Bala Krishna, calls its temples Havelis, has Haveli Sangeet and Pichhwai paintings. It does not forbid householders from salvation, so V is incorrect.
RAS PrelimsModern Indian History · British Imperialism and Early Resistance
Q7308. Which of the following statements correctly identifies a critical early step taken by Hyder Ali in his rise to power in Mysore?
Explanation
Hyder Ali recognized early on that military modernization was essential to withstand both Maratha and British pressure. With French assistance, he established a sophisticated arsenal at Dindigul in 1755 to manufacture modern weapons. This technological advancement, combined with his tactical brilliance, allowed him to modernize the Mysore army and consolidate his power as the state’s de facto ruler.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · Rajasthan High Court and Subordinate Courts
Q7309. Match the legal authorities/institutions in Rajasthan with their highest presiding officer:
Institution
Presiding Officer
A. High Court of Rajasthan
i. Executive Chairman
B. Board of Revenue
ii. Chief Justice
C. Rajasthan State Legal Services Authority
iii. District Judge
D. District Court
iv. Chairman
Explanation
The Rajasthan High Court is presided over by the Chief Justice. The Board of Revenue is led by a Chairman. For the Rajasthan State Legal Services Authority, a senior judge of the high court serves as the Executive Chairman. The District Court is headed by the District Judge. These leadership roles are defined by specific statutes and constitutional provisions for administration.
RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Iron and Steel, Textile and Sugar Industries
Q7310. Which statement accurately describes the cooperative sugar mills in the Maharashtra model?
Explanation
The cooperative sugar mill model in Maharashtra is based on the collective ownership of processing units by the local farmers. In this system, the farmers act as both shareholders and the primary suppliers of raw sugarcane to the mills. This integration ensures a steady supply of raw materials, timely harvesting, and the equitable distribution of profits among the rural farming community.
Answer key for these questions
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Correct answer
7301
(a) I, II, III and IV only
7302
(c) 700 MW each
7303
(d) Maharana Raj Singh
7304
(d) Warren Hastings
7305
(d) Article 222 - Transfer of a Judge from one High Court to another
7306
(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
7307
(a) I, II, III and IV
7308
(c) He established a modern arsenal at Dindigul with the help of French experts.
7309
(a) A-ii, B-iv, C-i, D-iii
7310
(c) They are owned by local sugarcane farmers acting as collective shareholders and suppliers.
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