Q7371. Which of the following is NOT one of the five major sub-sects (Shakhas) of the Dadupanth?
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Q7372. Consider the following statements regarding the Third Anglo-Mysore War and the Treaty of Seringapatam:
I. Lord Cornwallis personally commanded the British forces.
II. The Marathas and the Nizam allied with Tipu Sultan against the British.
III. Tipu Sultan had to surrender half of his dominions to the victors.
IV. A heavy war indemnity of over 3 crore rupees was imposed on Tipu.
V. Two of Tipu Sultan’s sons were taken as hostages by the British.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. Lord Cornwallis personally commanded the British forces.
II. The Marathas and the Nizam allied with Tipu Sultan against the British.
III. Tipu Sultan had to surrender half of his dominions to the victors.
IV. A heavy war indemnity of over 3 crore rupees was imposed on Tipu.
V. Two of Tipu Sultan’s sons were taken as hostages by the British.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Lord Cornwallis personally led the campaign that resulted in the siege of Seringapatam. Unlike previous wars, the Marathas and the Nizam fought alongside the British against Tipu. The resulting treaty was devastating for Mysore, as Tipu lost half his territory, paid a massive indemnity, and surrendered his sons as hostages to ensure the fulfillment of the treaty terms.
Q7373. Given below are two statements, one labeled as
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): The Collegium System for the appointment of High Court judges is not explicitly mentioned in the original text of the Constitution of India.
Reason (R): The Collegium System evolved through judicial interpretations in the ‘Three Judges Cases’ to ensure the primacy of the judiciary in appointments. In the context of the above two statements, choose the correct option:
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): The Collegium System for the appointment of High Court judges is not explicitly mentioned in the original text of the Constitution of India.
Reason (R): The Collegium System evolved through judicial interpretations in the ‘Three Judges Cases’ to ensure the primacy of the judiciary in appointments. In the context of the above two statements, choose the correct option:
Explanation
The Collegium System for appointing judges is a product of judicial innovation rather than an original constitutional provision. It evolved through the "Three Judges Cases" decided by the Supreme Court to ensure judicial independence by giving the judiciary primacy in appointments.
Q7374. Consider the following statements regarding the Bokaro Steel Plant:
Statement I: It was established with technical and financial collaboration from the United Kingdom.
Statement II: It was established primarily as a coastal steel plant to boost exports.
Statement I: It was established with technical and financial collaboration from the United Kingdom.
Statement II: It was established primarily as a coastal steel plant to boost exports.
Explanation
The Bokaro Steel Plant, located in Jharkhand, was established with technical and financial assistance from the Soviet Union, not the United Kingdom. Furthermore, it is an inland integrated steel plant rather than a coastal one. Its primary objective was to expand India’s domestic steel production capacity by utilizing local raw materials. Therefore, both statements regarding its collaboration and geographical nature are factually incorrect.
Q7375. Arrange the developmental phases of the Bhadla Solar Park in the correct order of their implementation:
I. Bhadla Phase-III (1000 MW)
II. Bhadla Phase-I (65 MW)
III. Bhadla Phase-IV (500 MW)
IV. Bhadla Phase-II (680 MW)
I. Bhadla Phase-III (1000 MW)
II. Bhadla Phase-I (65 MW)
III. Bhadla Phase-IV (500 MW)
IV. Bhadla Phase-II (680 MW)
Explanation
The development of the Bhadla Solar Park occurred in several distinct phases to manage its massive scale. Phase I was the initial smaller implementation, followed by Phase II. Phase III and Phase IV involved significantly larger capacities, eventually reaching a total that made it the largest solar park in the world. This phased approach allowed for structured infrastructure and grid integration.
Q7376. Consider the following statements regarding Sant Dadu Dayal and his teachings:
I. He strongly advocated for Nirguna Bhakti and opposed idol worship.
II. He met Mughal Emperor Akbar at Fatehpur Sikri.
III. His teachings encouraged strict asceticism and explicitly forbade his followers from adopting any profession.
Which of the above statements is/are the incorrect combination?
I. He strongly advocated for Nirguna Bhakti and opposed idol worship.
II. He met Mughal Emperor Akbar at Fatehpur Sikri.
III. His teachings encouraged strict asceticism and explicitly forbade his followers from adopting any profession.
Which of the above statements is/are the incorrect combination?
Explanation
Sant Dadu Dayal was a proponent of Nirguna Bhakti and met Emperor Akbar, but his teachings did not forbid followers from adopting professions. In fact, many Dadupanthi followers remained householders and continued their worldly trades while practicing devotion. He emphasized spiritual purity and internal worship over external rituals, but he did not mandate the extreme asceticism that excludes all professional or social engagement.
Q7377. Which of the following territories was NOT ceded by Tipu Sultan to the British under the Treaty of Seringapatam?
Explanation
In the Treaty of Seringapatam (1792) Tipu Sultan gave up about half his territory, including Malabar, Dindigul and Baramahal. He kept Seringapatam, so it is not among the cessions.
Q7378. Which of the following statements about the appointment of an Acting Chief Justice of the Rajasthan High Court is correct?
Explanation
Article 223 of the Constitution provides for the appointment of an Acting Chief Justice. When the office of the Chief Justice of a High Court is vacant or the incumbent is unable to perform their duties, the President of India appoints one of the other judges of that court to fulfill the role. This ensures that the court’s leadership continues.
Q7379. Consider the following statements regarding the distribution of the sugar industry:
I. Uttar Pradesh is a prominent state in the traditional northern sugarcane belt.
II. Maharashtra leads the southern sugarcane belt due to a highly successful cooperative model.
III. The sugar industry is completely independent of the seasonal harvesting of sugarcane.
IV. Sugarcane cultivated in Maharashtra typically has lower sucrose content than that in Uttar Pradesh.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
I. Uttar Pradesh is a prominent state in the traditional northern sugarcane belt.
II. Maharashtra leads the southern sugarcane belt due to a highly successful cooperative model.
III. The sugar industry is completely independent of the seasonal harvesting of sugarcane.
IV. Sugarcane cultivated in Maharashtra typically has lower sucrose content than that in Uttar Pradesh.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
Explanation
The sugar industry is inherently seasonal because it depends on the harvesting of sugarcane, which must be crushed quickly to prevent sucrose loss. Furthermore, sugarcane grown in tropical Maharashtra typically has a higher sucrose content than the varieties grown in subtropical Uttar Pradesh. Therefore, statements claiming the industry is independent of seasons or that Maharashtra has lower sucrose content than Uttar Pradesh are incorrect.
Q7380. What is the approximate total installed capacity of the Bhadla Solar Park, making it the world’s largest solar park?
Explanation
The Bhadla Solar Park is recognized globally for its immense scale, with a total installed capacity of approximately 2,245 MW. Spread over a vast area in the Jodhpur district, this facility contributes a significant portion of Rajasthan’s total renewable energy output. Its success has served as a model for large-scale solar park developments across India and other countries.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 7371 | (d) Bairag |
| 7372 | (a) I, III, IV and V only |
| 7373 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 7374 | (b) Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect |
| 7375 | (a) II, IV, I, III |
| 7376 | (b) III only |
| 7377 | (c) Seringapatam city |
| 7378 | (c) The President appoints a High Court Judge to perform these duties when the office is vacant or the CJ is absent. |
| 7379 | (c) III and IV only |
| 7380 | (b) 2,245 MW |
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