Q7331. Rajasthan receives a fixed percentage share of power from the Bhakra Nangal joint hydroelectric project. Approximately what is Rajasthan’s share in this project?
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Q7332. Who among the following established the main Peeth of the Ramanandi sect at Galtaji by defeating the local Nath yogis in a spiritual debate?
Explanation
Krishnadas Payahari established the Ramanandi Peeth at Galtaji after defeating the local Nath yogis in a spiritual debate.
Q7333. Which treaty successfully concluded the First Anglo-Mysore War?
Explanation
The First Anglo-Mysore War ended in 1769 with the signing of the Treaty of Madras. This agreement was unique because it was dictated by Hyder Ali after his forces reached the outskirts of the British capital in the south. It restored captured territories to both parties and established a framework for future cooperation between the Company and the Mysore state.
Q7334. What is the most appropriate primary purpose of establishing Fast Track Courts in Rajasthan?
Explanation
Fast Track Courts exist to dispose quickly of long-pending sessions cases, especially those involving women and children.
Q7335. What was the primary cause for the initial establishment and rapid growth of the cotton textile industry in Mumbai during the 19th century?
Explanation
The rapid growth of the cotton textile industry in nineteenth-century Mumbai was driven by several favorable factors. Its proximity to the cotton-producing black soil regions of Maharashtra provided easy access to raw materials. The humid coastal climate was ideal for spinning yarn without frequent breakage.
Q7336. The philosophical framework of the Ramanandi sect is derived from the Vishishtadvaita philosophy originally propounded by:
Explanation
The Ramanandi sect follows the Vishishtadvaita philosophy of Ramanujacharya.
Q7337. Given below are two statements, one labeled as
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): Under Article 228, the Rajasthan High Court can withdraw a case pending in a subordinate court if it involves a substantial question of law as to the interpretation of the Constitution.
Reason (R): The subordinate courts do not have the jurisdiction to interpret the Constitution and determine the constitutional validity of statutes. In the context of the above two statements, choose the correct option:
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): Under Article 228, the Rajasthan High Court can withdraw a case pending in a subordinate court if it involves a substantial question of law as to the interpretation of the Constitution.
Reason (R): The subordinate courts do not have the jurisdiction to interpret the Constitution and determine the constitutional validity of statutes. In the context of the above two statements, choose the correct option:
Explanation
Article 228 allows the high court to withdraw a case from a subordinate court if it involves a substantial question of law regarding constitutional interpretation.
Q7338. Consider the following statements regarding South Indian and coastal steel plants:
I. The Vizag Steel Plant lacks a coastal location advantage.
II. The Salem steel plant relies primarily on imported iron ore from Brazil.
III. The Bhadravati steel plant is situated on the banks of the river Bhadra.
IV. The Vizag plant was built with Japanese collaboration.
V. Salem is widely known for producing high-grade stainless steel.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
I. The Vizag Steel Plant lacks a coastal location advantage.
II. The Salem steel plant relies primarily on imported iron ore from Brazil.
III. The Bhadravati steel plant is situated on the banks of the river Bhadra.
IV. The Vizag plant was built with Japanese collaboration.
V. Salem is widely known for producing high-grade stainless steel.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
Explanation
The Vizag Steel Plant is famous for its coastal location, which provides logistical advantages for international trade. The Salem plant in Tamil Nadu uses local ore and is known for high-grade stainless steel. Bhadravati is located on the river Bhadra. Since the Vizag plant has coastal benefits, Salem doesn’t primarily use Brazilian ore, and Vizag had Soviet collaboration, statements I, II, and IV are incorrect.
Q7339. The following question consists of two statements--Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Answer the question by selecting the appropriate option.
Assertion (A): Rajasthan is considered the most favorable state in India for the development of solar energy.
Reason (R): Rajasthan receives the highest solar radiation in the country, averaging 300-330 clear sunny days a year, coupled with vast tracts of uncultivable wasteland.
Assertion (A): Rajasthan is considered the most favorable state in India for the development of solar energy.
Reason (R): Rajasthan receives the highest solar radiation in the country, averaging 300-330 clear sunny days a year, coupled with vast tracts of uncultivable wasteland.
Explanation
Rajasthan’s status as a premier solar energy hub is due to its exceptional environmental conditions. The state enjoys over 300 days of clear sunshine annually and possesses vast tracts of barren wasteland. These factors provide the necessary solar insolation and physical space for large-scale solar power development, making the state an ideal location for investors and renewable energy projects.
Q7340. 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): Galtaji is historically known as ‘North Totadri’ in the context of the Ramanandi sect.
Reason (R): It became the foremost center of the Ramanuja lineage in North India, parallel to the original Totadri matha in South India.
Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R). Examine these two statements carefully and select the correct answer.
Assertion (A): Galtaji is historically known as ‘North Totadri’ in the context of the Ramanandi sect.
Reason (R): It became the foremost center of the Ramanuja lineage in North India, parallel to the original Totadri matha in South India.
Explanation
Galtaji is called North Totadri because it became the foremost centre of the Ramanuja lineage in North India, as the Totadri matha is in the south. The reason explains the assertion.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 7331 | (a) 15.2% |
| 7332 | (a) Krishnadas Payahari |
| 7333 | (a) Treaty of Madras |
| 7334 | (a) To facilitate the rapid disposal of long- pending sessions cases and those involving women or children. |
| 7335 | (a) Proximity to black soil regions, humid climate, and port facilities for importing machinery. |
| 7336 | (d) Ramanujacharya |
| 7337 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 7338 | (d) I, II and IV only |
| 7339 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 7340 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
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