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RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · Chief Secretary and State Secretariat
Q7641. Match the administrative designations in List I with their typical responsibilities in the State Secretariat in List II and select the correct option.
Administrative Designation
Typical Responsibility/Role
A. Chief Secretary
i. Ex-officio role assumed by the Chief Secretary
B. Principal Secretary
ii. Apex coordinator of the state civil services
C. Section Officer
iii. Administrative head of a major government department
D. Cabinet Secretary
iv. Supervisory head of the basic lowest unit in a secretariat department
Explanation
The Chief Secretary acts as the apex coordinator for the state civil services and serves in an ex-officio capacity as Cabinet Secretary. Principal Secretaries are administrative heads of major government departments, guiding high-level policy. Meanwhile, Section Officers supervise the basic units of the secretariat, managing the initial processing of files and maintaining the internal administrative workflow and documentation.
RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Petrochemical, IT and Emerging Industries
Q7642. Which of the following statements best describes the locational advantage of the major oil refineries established in Mumbai and Kochi?
Explanation
Geographical positioning plays a crucial role in industrial efficiency. Coastal cities like Mumbai and Kochi provide strategic access to maritime trade routes. These refineries are specifically designed to handle and process large volumes of imported crude oil arriving via sea. This location minimizes domestic transportation costs for raw materials while facilitating the efficient export of finished petroleum products.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Transportation and Communication Infrastructure in Rajasthan
Q7643. Under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY), which of the following is the core definition of an eligible unconnected habitation in plain areas for new connectivity?
Explanation
The Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana aims to provide all-weather road connectivity to unconnected habitations. In plain areas, a habitation with a population of 500 or more according to the 2001 census is eligible for new connectivity. This threshold ensures that rural communities have reliable access to markets, educational institutions, and healthcare facilities, promoting overall socio-economic growth.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Social Life: Fairs, Festivals, Customs and Attires
Q7644. Which of the following features is not associated with the Pushkar Fair?
Explanation
The Pushkar Fair is renowned for the Deepdan ritual, where lamps are lit and floated on the lake, and for its massive cattle and camel market. It is also home to the iconic Brahma Temple. However, the worship of a broken Shiva Linga is a specific characteristic of the Baneshwar Fair in Dungarpur, rather than the Pushkar Fair.
RAS PrelimsModern Indian History · Anglo-Sikh Wars and Doctrine of Lapse
Q7645. Consider the following statements regarding the rise of Maharaja Ranjit Singh: I. He successfully unified the various Sikh misls through diplomacy and military conquest. II. He captured Multan, Kashmir, and Peshawar to expand the borders of the Sikh Empire. III. He strictly prohibited the recruitment of Hindus and Muslims into his administration and army. Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Maharaja Ranjit Singh unified various Sikh misls through military strength and diplomacy while expanding his borders to include Multan, Kashmir, and Peshawar. However, his administration was notably secular and inclusive. He recruited talented individuals regardless of their religion, appointing many Hindus and Muslims to high-ranking positions within his civil government and the formidable Khalsa army units.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · Chief Secretary and State Secretariat
Q7646. Regarding the appointment of the Chief Secretary in Rajasthan, which of the following statements is incorrect?
Explanation
The appointment of the Chief Secretary is an executive prerogative exercised by the Chief Minister based on administrative competence and trust. While seniority and performance records are significant considerations, there is no fixed constitutional tenure for this position. The officer remains in the post during the pleasure of the Chief Minister or until they reach the standard age of retirement.
RAS PrelimsIndian Geography · Petrochemical, IT and Emerging Industries
Q7647. The distribution of the nitrogenous fertiliser industry in India is heavily dependent on the availability of which of the following raw material linkages?
Explanation
The production of nitrogenous fertilizers, particularly urea, requires a steady supply of hydrogen, which is predominantly sourced from natural gas. The development of extensive pipeline networks, such as the Hazira-Vijaipur- Jagdishpur line, has allowed these plants to move away from coastal feedstock sources and establish operations closer to inland agricultural demand centers across North India and other regions.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Transportation and Communication Infrastructure in Rajasthan
Q7648. Match the major National Highways (new numbering) passing through Rajasthan in List I with their key connecting routes in List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below:
National Highway
Key Connecting Route
A. NH 62
i. Delhi-Jaipur-Udaipur-Mumbai
B. NH 27
ii. East-West Corridor (Porbandar to Silchar)
C. NH 48
iii. Punjab border to Gujarat border via Jodhpur
D. NH 52
iv. Sangrur (Punjab) to Ankola (Karnataka) via Jaipur
Select the correct code:
Explanation
National Highways in Rajasthan are categorized by their routes and connectivity. NH 48 serves as a major artery between Delhi and Mumbai via Udaipur. NH 27 forms part of the East-West Corridor connecting Porbandar and Silchar. NH 62 links the Punjab and Gujarat borders through Jodhpur, while NH 52 runs from Sangrur to Ankola, passing through Jaipur.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Social Life: Fairs, Festivals, Customs and Attires
Q7649. Consider the following statements regarding the Pushkar Fair: I. It is internationally recognized for its camel and horse trading. II. It features rural sports like Matka phod and moustache competitions. III. It takes place on the banks of the Luni river. Which of the above combinations of statements is correct?
Explanation
The Pushkar Fair is internationally acclaimed for the trading of camels and horses and hosts unique rural competitions like Matka Phod. While it is a major cultural event, it takes place near the sacred Pushkar Lake in the Ajmer district. The fair is not associated with the banks of the Luni river, which flows further west.
RAS PrelimsModern Indian History · Anglo-Sikh Wars and Doctrine of Lapse
Q7650. What was the immediate effect of Zaman Shah’s invasion of Punjab on the political career of Ranjit Singh?
Explanation
During the 1798 invasion by the Afghan ruler Zaman Shah, Ranjit Singh helped recover several Afghan cannons lost in the Jhelum River. In gratitude, Zaman Shah granted him the governorship of Lahore. This formal recognition provided Ranjit Singh with the legal legitimacy needed to occupy the city in 1799, accelerating his rise to absolute power.
Answer key for these questions
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Correct answer
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(a) A-ii, B-iii, C-iv, D-i
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(c) They are port-based refineries established to easily process imported crude oil.
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(b) A habitation with a population of 500 and above
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(d) Worship rituals performed for the broken Shiva Linga
7645
(a) I and II only
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(d) There is a fixed constitutional tenure of three years for the Chief Secretary.
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(d) Natural gas pipelines
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(a) A-iii, B-ii, C-i, D-iv
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(c) I and II only
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(c) Recognition as governor of Lahore after returning Zaman Shah’s lost cannons.
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