Q7571. In the context of the terminology associated with Baba Ramdevji, what does the term ‘Neja’ refer to?
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Q7572. The PAT (Perform, Achieve and Trade) scheme under the National Mission for Enhanced Energy Efficiency targets which specific sector in Rajasthan?
Explanation
The Perform, Achieve and Trade scheme targets energy-intensive industries, known as Designated Consumers, to improve their efficiency. In Rajasthan, this primarily includes sectors like cement production and thermal power plants. Under this market-based mechanism, facilities that exceed their energy-saving targets are awarded tradable certificates, incentivizing large-scale industrial consumers to adopt modern, energy-efficient technologies and processes.
Q7573. Consider the following statements regarding Baba Ramdevji:
I. He is considered an incarnation of Lord Krishna by his Hindu devotees.
II. Muslim devotees venerate him as ‘Ramsha Pir’.
III. He authored a book of spiritual verses called ‘Chaubees Baniya’.
Which of the above statements is/are the correct combination?
I. He is considered an incarnation of Lord Krishna by his Hindu devotees.
II. Muslim devotees venerate him as ‘Ramsha Pir’.
III. He authored a book of spiritual verses called ‘Chaubees Baniya’.
Which of the above statements is/are the correct combination?
Explanation
Baba Ramdevji is a unique figure of communal harmony, worshipped as an incarnation of Krishna by Hindus and as Ramsha Pir by Muslims. He is also one of the few folk deities credited with composing spiritual poetry, specifically a collection of verses known as ‘Chaubees Baniya’. His life and teachings successfully bridged religious divides, making him a universally respected figure across different communities in North India.
Q7574. The P. Satyanarayan Rao Committee, on whose recommendation the Jaipur bench was abolished in 1958, consisted of how many members including the Chairman?
Explanation
The P. Satyanarayan Rao Committee was formed to address administrative issues regarding the location of government institutions in Rajasthan. The committee consisted of three members, including Chairman P. Satyanarayan Rao. Its recommendation in 1958 led to the abolition of the Jaipur Bench of the High Court, a decision that remained in effect until the bench was later restored.
Q7575. What is the most appropriate and primary focus of energy conservation initiatives in the agricultural sector of Rajasthan?
Explanation
Agricultural pumping accounts for a significant portion of energy consumption in Rajasthan. The primary focus of conservation in this sector is to replace old, inefficient pumps with modern, energy-efficient star-rated models. This initiative not only reduces the overall electricity demand and the state’s subsidy burden but also helps farmers lower their operational costs while maintaining necessary irrigation levels.
Q7576. Based on the statements given below, choose the correct option:
Statement I: Prohibition is issued to a lower court to prevent it from exceeding its jurisdiction while the case is pending.
Statement II: Certiorari is issued to a lower court to quash its order after the judgment has been pronounced.
Statement I: Prohibition is issued to a lower court to prevent it from exceeding its jurisdiction while the case is pending.
Statement II: Certiorari is issued to a lower court to quash its order after the judgment has been pronounced.
Explanation
Prohibition and Certiorari are closely related writs but apply at different stages of a legal proceeding. Prohibition is a preventive writ issued while a case is pending to stop a lower court from exceeding its jurisdiction. In contrast, Certiorari is a corrective writ issued after a judgment or order has been made to quash it based on legal errors.
Q7577. In the context of power generation, green hydrogen is defined by which of the following processes?
Explanation
Green hydrogen is produced through a process called electrolysis, where water is split into its constituent parts, hydrogen and oxygen, using electricity. For the hydrogen to be considered "green," this electricity must come entirely from renewable energy sources like solar or wind. This method produces zero carbon emissions, making it a critical technology for decarbonizing heavy industries and transportation.
Q7578. Which of the following best describes the social contribution of Baba Ramdevji?
Explanation
Baba Ramdevji is most remembered for his revolutionary social contribution in the form of a sustained campaign against untouchability and class-based discrimination. By initiating people from all backgrounds into his Kamadia Panth and treating all devotees as equals, he challenged the rigid social structures of medieval Rajasthan. His message of ‘equality before God’ made him a champion for the oppressed and a symbol of social reform.
Q7579. Original jurisdiction of a court refers to:
Explanation
Original jurisdiction refers to the legal authority of a court to hear and decide a case at its first instance. This means the case starts in that specific court rather than arriving there through an appeal from a lower body. For example, high courts exercise original jurisdiction in writ petitions and certain election disputes, acting as the primary forum.
Q7580. 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): The shrine of Ramdevji at Runicha attracts millions of devotees from both Hindu and Muslim communities.
Reason (R): Ramdevji defeated five Pirs from Mecca in a theological debate and subsequently forced them to convert to Hinduism.
Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R). Examine these two statements carefully and select the correct answer.
Assertion (A): The shrine of Ramdevji at Runicha attracts millions of devotees from both Hindu and Muslim communities.
Reason (R): Ramdevji defeated five Pirs from Mecca in a theological debate and subsequently forced them to convert to Hinduism.
Explanation
The shrine at Ramdevra (Runicha) is indeed a major center of pilgrimage for both Hindus and Muslims, reflecting the deity’s immense popularity across religious lines. However, the legend regarding the five Pirs from Mecca states that they were impressed by his miracles and spiritual power, subsequently recognizing him as a ‘Pir of Pirs’, rather than being defeated in a debate and forced to convert.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 7571 | (d) The five-colored flag hoisted at his temple. |
| 7572 | (d) Designated Consumers in energy-intensive industries like cement and thermal power. |
| 7573 | (d) I, II and III |
| 7574 | (b) Three |
| 7575 | (c) Upgrading inefficient agricultural pump sets with energy-efficient star-rated ones. |
| 7576 | (c) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct. |
| 7577 | (b) Splitting water into hydrogen and oxygen via electrolysis using renewable energy. |
| 7578 | (d) He campaigned against untouchability and class discrimination. |
| 7579 | (d) The power to hear a case for the first time in the first instance. |
| 7580 | (c) A is true but R is false. |
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