Q7461. Which of the following is NOT true regarding the spiritual philosophy of Sant Pipa?
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Q7462. Consider the following statements regarding the Second Anglo-Maratha War (1803-1805):
I. It was fought because the Maratha chiefs refused to accept the Treaty of Bassein.
II. The British defeated the combined forces of Sindhia and Bhosle at Assaye.
III. The Treaty of Deogaon was signed by the Bhosle chief.
IV. The Treaty of Surji-Anjangaon was signed by the Sindhia chief.
V. The Holkars surrendered without fighting a single battle against the British.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. It was fought because the Maratha chiefs refused to accept the Treaty of Bassein.
II. The British defeated the combined forces of Sindhia and Bhosle at Assaye.
III. The Treaty of Deogaon was signed by the Bhosle chief.
IV. The Treaty of Surji-Anjangaon was signed by the Sindhia chief.
V. The Holkars surrendered without fighting a single battle against the British.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The Second Anglo-Maratha War involved major campaigns against the Sindhias and Bhosles, who rejected the Treaty of Bassein. The British won significant victories at Assaye and Argaon. While the Sindhias and Bhosles signed treaties after their defeats, the Holkars did not surrender initially; they continued to fight a prolonged and effective guerrilla campaign against the British forces.
Q7463. What is the retirement age of a judicial officer serving in the subordinate judiciary (like a District Judge) in Rajasthan?
Explanation
In Rajasthan, officers of the subordinate judiciary, such as District Judges and Civil Judges, typically retire at the age of sixty years. This age limit was standardized across many states following judicial directions to ensure a consistent tenure for lower court judges. This differs from High Court judges, who retire at sixty-two, and Supreme Court judges, who retire at sixty-five.
Q7464. Consider the following statements regarding major Indian industries:
I. The jute industry is heavily concentrated in West Bengal.
II. The silk industry has significant centers in Karnataka, West Bengal, and J&K.
III. The sugar industry relies on a raw material that gains weight during processing.
IV. The decentralized powerloom sector dominates textile production.
V. Salem steel plant is located in South India.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. The jute industry is heavily concentrated in West Bengal.
II. The silk industry has significant centers in Karnataka, West Bengal, and J&K.
III. The sugar industry relies on a raw material that gains weight during processing.
IV. The decentralized powerloom sector dominates textile production.
V. Salem steel plant is located in South India.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Several statements accurately describe the landscape of Indian industry. The jute industry is concentrated in West Bengal, and silk centers are found in Karnataka and J&K. The powerloom sector is the dominant producer of textiles, and the Salem steel plant is located in South India. However, the sugar industry uses a weight-losing raw material, not one that gains weight, making statement III incorrect.
Q7465. Where is the headquarters of the Rajasthan Renewable Energy Corporation Limited (RRECL) located?
Explanation
The headquarters of the Rajasthan Renewable Energy Corporation Limited is located in the state capital, Jaipur. Being situated in the administrative heart of the state allows the corporation to coordinate effectively with various government departments, regulatory bodies, and industry stakeholders. This central location facilitates the efficient management and policy implementation required for Rajasthan’s diverse renewable energy projects.
Q7466. Arrange the following events related to the life of Sant Pipa in a logical biographical sequence:
I. Renunciation of the throne of Gagron
II. Taking initiation from Swami Ramananda in Kashi
III. Rule as the Khichi Chauhan king of Gagron
IV. Traveling across society preaching Nirguna devotion and earning a living by tailoring
I. Renunciation of the throne of Gagron
II. Taking initiation from Swami Ramananda in Kashi
III. Rule as the Khichi Chauhan king of Gagron
IV. Traveling across society preaching Nirguna devotion and earning a living by tailoring
Explanation
The biographical sequence of Sant Pipa begins with his rule as the king of Gagron. He then decided to renounce his throne to seek spiritual truth. Following this, he traveled to Kashi to receive initiation from Swami Ramananda. Finally, he spent his remaining years traveling across the country, preaching Nirguna devotion while earning a humble living through tailoring, embodying the ideals of the Bhakti movement.
Q7467. Which of the following pairs is correctly matched regarding the types of jurisdiction of the Rajasthan High Court?
Explanation
Supervisory jurisdiction refers to the High Court’s authority to oversee and call for returns from all subordinate courts and tribunals. Original jurisdiction is the power to hear a case for the first time, not appeals. Appellate jurisdiction involves hearing cases decided by lower courts. Notably, the power to provide advisory opinions to the executive is exclusive to the Supreme Court.
Q7468. Which of the following represents the correct sequence of these states based on their traditional dominance in the sugar industry from North India to Peninsular India?
Explanation
The sugar industry in India is broadly distributed across different climatic zones. Uttar Pradesh is the leading producer in the subtropical northern belt. Moving south into the tropical peninsular region, Maharashtra is the dominant producer, followed by states like Tamil Nadu further south. This sequence from Uttar Pradesh to Maharashtra and then Tamil Nadu correctly follows the geographical progression from north to south.
Q7469. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer:
| DISCOMs | Districts under their jurisdiction |
|---|---|
| A. Jaipur Vidyut Vitran Nigam Ltd (JVVNL) | i. Bikaner, Barmer, Jaisalmer |
| B. Ajmer Vidyut Vitran Nigam Ltd (AVVNL) | ii. Bhilwara, Nagaur, Sikar |
| C. Jodhpur Vidyut Vitran Nigam Ltd (JdVVNL) | iii. Alwar, Bharatpur, Dausa |
| D. Power distribution in Kota city (Franchisee) | iv. CESC Limited |
Explanation
Rajasthan’s electricity distribution is divided among three major state DISCOMs and private franchisees. Jaipur DISCOM covers eastern districts like Alwar and Bharatpur. Ajmer DISCOM serves central regions including Bhilwara and Nagaur. Jodhpur DISCOM handles the western districts like Bikaner and Jaisalmer. In Kota city, the distribution is managed by a private franchisee, CESC Limited, under a specific agreement.
Q7470. Meera Bai, the most celebrated woman saint-poet of Rajasthan, was born in the village of Kurki. This village was situated in the historical pargana of:
Explanation
Meera Bai was born in the village of Kurki, which was part of the historical Merta pargana in the Nagaur region. She was the daughter of Ratan Singh Rathore and the granddaughter of Rao Dudaji, the ruler of Merta. Her upbringing in this devout family deeply influenced her spiritual inclination toward Lord Krishna, which eventually defined her entire life and celebrated poetic legacy.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 7461 | (d) He believed in the efficacy of complex Vedic rituals for attaining moksha. |
| 7462 | (a) I, II, III and IV only |
| 7463 | (b) 60 years |
| 7464 | (d) I, II, IV and V only |
| 7465 | (d) Jaipur |
| 7466 | (b) III, I, II, IV |
| 7467 | (a) Supervisory Jurisdiction - Authority to call for returns from all subordinate courts and tribunals. |
| 7468 | (a) Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu |
| 7469 | (a) A-iii, B-ii, C-i, D-iv |
| 7470 | (c) Merta |
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