Q7401. Who is the appointing authority for the Chairman and Members of the Board of Revenue in Rajasthan?
RAS Prelims MCQ Practice
9,654 RAS Prelims practice MCQs with the correct answer and a clear explanation for each. Filter by subject and chapter.
Practice questions based on the RPSC RAS Prelims syllabus. They follow the exam pattern but are not past-paper questions.
Showing 7401–7410 of 9654 questions
Browse by subject
Q7402. Identify the incorrect statement regarding the Bhadravati steel plant.
Explanation
The Bhadravati steel plant in Karnataka was originally known as the Mysore Iron and Steel Works. Since there are no local coking coal deposits in the region, the plant historically used charcoal from nearby forests for smelting. Later, it shifted to using hydroelectric power and some imported coal. The claim that it relies on local coking coal deposits within the Bhadravati region is factually incorrect.
Q7403. What is the primary cause for the concentration of major wind farms in the Jaisalmer and Barmer districts?
Explanation
The concentration of wind farms in Jaisalmer and Barmer is primarily due to the presence of high-velocity wind corridors. The flat, open landscape and lack of significant natural barriers like forests or mountains allow winds to flow consistently and forcefully. These geographical features create an ideal environment for harvesting wind energy efficiently, driving the growth of the sector.
Q7404. Which of the following texts is considered the most authoritative compilation of Kabir’s teachings, highly revered by Kabirpanthis in Rajasthan?
Explanation
The Bijak is the most authoritative and revered compilation of Kabir’s teachings. It contains his verses, songs, and philosophical insights, which were later organized into sections like Ramaini, Sabad, and Sakhi. This text serves as the primary scripture for Kabirpanthis in Rajasthan and elsewhere, articulating his fierce critique of religious hypocrisy and his vision of a formless, universal divine reality.
Q7405. Consider the following statements about Tipu Sultan’s economic policies:
I. He planted a ‘Tree of Liberty’ at Seringapatam.
II. He attempted to establish a state monopoly on key export items like sandalwood and pepper.
III. He banned the cultivation of sericulture (silk) as un-Islamic.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. He planted a ‘Tree of Liberty’ at Seringapatam.
II. He attempted to establish a state monopoly on key export items like sandalwood and pepper.
III. He banned the cultivation of sericulture (silk) as un-Islamic.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Tipu planted a Tree of Liberty at Seringapatam and tried to establish state monopolies on goods like sandalwood and pepper. He promoted sericulture and did not ban it, so III is wrong.
Q7406. Consider the following statements regarding the supervisory jurisdiction of the Rajasthan High Court under Article 227:
I. The High Court can call for returns from subordinate courts.
II. The High Court can make and issue general rules and prescribe forms for regulating the practice and proceedings of subordinate courts.
III. The supervisory jurisdiction extends to tribunals dealing with armed forces.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. The High Court can call for returns from subordinate courts.
II. The High Court can make and issue general rules and prescribe forms for regulating the practice and proceedings of subordinate courts.
III. The supervisory jurisdiction extends to tribunals dealing with armed forces.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Under Article 227, the High Court exercises supervisory jurisdiction by calling for returns from subordinate courts and issuing general rules to regulate their practice. This power ensures administrative efficiency and legal uniformity within the state’s judicial system. However, the Constitution explicitly excludes courts and tribunals relating to the armed forces from this supervisory authority, maintaining the military’s separate judicial framework.
Q7407. Consider the following statements regarding the historical development of the cotton textile industry:
I. The first successful modern cotton textile mill was established in Mumbai in 1854.
II. Ahmedabad emerged as a major centre due to its proximity to cotton-growing areas.
III. Post-independence, the industry remained completely centralized in Maharashtra and Gujarat.
IV. The powerloom sector eventually overtook the mill sector in terms of total cloth production.
V. The development of synthetic fibres created competition for the traditional cotton industry.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. The first successful modern cotton textile mill was established in Mumbai in 1854.
II. Ahmedabad emerged as a major centre due to its proximity to cotton-growing areas.
III. Post-independence, the industry remained completely centralized in Maharashtra and Gujarat.
IV. The powerloom sector eventually overtook the mill sector in terms of total cloth production.
V. The development of synthetic fibres created competition for the traditional cotton industry.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The cotton textile industry has evolved since the first modern mill was established in Mumbai in 1854. Ahmedabad became a hub due to raw material proximity, and powerlooms eventually dominated cloth production. While synthetic fibers provided competition, the industry did not remain completely centralized in Maharashtra and Gujarat post-independence. Instead, it decentralized across various states due to improved transport and power infrastructure nationwide.
Q7408. Consider the following statements regarding wind energy in Rajasthan:
I. Rajasthan ranks first in India in terms of installed wind power capacity.
II. The Wind and Hybrid Energy Policy was launched in 2019.
III. Jaisalmer is often referred to as the ‘Wind Energy Capital’ of the state.
IV. Private sector players like Suzlon have played a major role in establishing wind farms in the state.
V. Wind energy generation is entirely consistent throughout the year without seasonal variations.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
I. Rajasthan ranks first in India in terms of installed wind power capacity.
II. The Wind and Hybrid Energy Policy was launched in 2019.
III. Jaisalmer is often referred to as the ‘Wind Energy Capital’ of the state.
IV. Private sector players like Suzlon have played a major role in establishing wind farms in the state.
V. Wind energy generation is entirely consistent throughout the year without seasonal variations.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
Explanation
Rajasthan is a major wind energy producer but does not hold the first rank in India for installed capacity, as states like Tamil Nadu and Gujarat often have higher totals. Additionally, wind energy generation is not consistent throughout the year; it exhibits significant seasonal variations depending on monsoon patterns and atmospheric pressure changes, requiring careful grid balancing by authorities.
Q7409. Identify the incorrect statement regarding the practices of Kabirpanthis in Rajasthan.
Explanation
Kabirpanthis do not mandate monasticism or the abandonment of family life. In fact, following Kabir’s own example of being a weaver and a householder, many of his followers remain actively engaged in society and their professions. They focus on spiritual discipline within the context of everyday life, emphasizing moral conduct, social equality, and the rejection of empty rituals rather than total world-renunciation.
Q7410. Tipu Sultan’s method of administration and economic management is often described by modern historians as an early attempt at:
Explanation
Tipu’s state trading, monopolies and commercial boards are often described as an early attempt at state capitalism.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 7401 | (a) The State Government of Rajasthan |
| 7402 | (a) It relies on high-grade coking coal deposits located within the local Bhadravati region. |
| 7403 | (a) High-velocity wind corridors unhindered by dense forests or high mountains. |
| 7404 | (d) Bijak |
| 7405 | (a) I and II only |
| 7406 | (a) I and II only |
| 7407 | (d) I, II, IV and V only |
| 7408 | (d) I and V only |
| 7409 | (b) They mandate monasticism and abandonment of family. |
| 7410 | (b) State capitalism |
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on RAS Prelims?
This page has 9654 practice MCQs on the RAS Prelims syllabus. Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
How should I practise MCQs for RAS Prelims?
Attempt each question first, then open the answer and read the explanation. Practise one chapter at a time, note the facts you got wrong and revise them. Repeat the chapter after a few days.
Are these actual RAS Prelims past-paper questions?
No. These are practice questions written for the RAS Prelims syllabus. They follow the pattern the exam uses: factual questions, statement-based questions, match-the-list and assertion-reason.