Q7911. Under the e-Office initiative in the Rajasthan Secretariat, the module known as "eFile" is primarily designed to:
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Q7912. The gauge conversion of the Ahmedabad- Udaipur railway line provides which major economic benefit to Rajasthan?
Explanation
The conversion of the Ahmedabad-Udaipur railway line to broad gauge provides a crucial economic link between the Mewar region of Rajasthan and the industrial centers of Gujarat. This upgrade allows for faster and more efficient passenger travel and freight movement, eliminating the need for gauge-related transshipment. It strengthens regional trade and provides southern Rajasthan with better access to major Gujarat ports.
Q7913. Consider the following statements regarding the three major Jauhars of Chittorgarh:
I. The first Jauhar occurred in 1303 during the siege by Alauddin Khalji.
II. The second Jauhar was led by Rani Karnavati when Bahadur Shah of Gujarat attacked.
III. The third Jauhar took place during Akbar’s siege of Chittor in 1567-68.
IV. The third Jauhar was led by Rani Padmini.
Which of the above statements constitutes a correct combination?
I. The first Jauhar occurred in 1303 during the siege by Alauddin Khalji.
II. The second Jauhar was led by Rani Karnavati when Bahadur Shah of Gujarat attacked.
III. The third Jauhar took place during Akbar’s siege of Chittor in 1567-68.
IV. The third Jauhar was led by Rani Padmini.
Which of the above statements constitutes a correct combination?
Explanation
Chittorgarh witnessed three major Jauhars during its history. The first occurred in 1303 under Rani Padmini. The second took place in 1535, led by Rani Karnavati when Bahadur Shah attacked. The third occurred in 1568, where Phool Kanwar led the women during Akbar’s siege. These events are central to the martial lore of Mewar, symbolizing the extreme sacrifices made to protect regional honor.
Q7914. Which of the following best represents the function of a ‘Section Officer’ in the Secretariat?
Explanation
A Section Officer supervises the clerks and assistants in a section of the Secretariat. The budget and policy advice are handled at higher levels.
Q7915. Which of the following accurately describes the ‘RajNet’ initiative?
Explanation
RajNet is a comprehensive multi-mode communication network designed to provide voice, video, and data connectivity down to the Gram Panchayat level in Rajasthan. By utilizing a mix of satellite, fiber, and wireless technologies, it ensures that even remote rural areas have access to the state’s digital infrastructure. This network is vital for implementing e-governance, telemedicine, and distance learning programs.
Q7916. In medieval Rajasthani warfare, a complete ‘Saka’ is defined as a situation where:
Explanation
A complete Saka is when the women perform Jauhar and the men perform the Kesariya sacrifice, riding out to die in battle.
Q7917. Match the administrative positions in List I with their common service backgrounds in List II and select the correct option.
| Position | Common Service Background |
|---|---|
| A. Chief Secretary | i. Usually a State Secretariat Service Officer |
| B. Joint Secretary | ii. Senior Indian Administrative Service (IAS) Officer |
| C. Section Officer | iii. Often a specialist or technocrat |
| D. Technical Director (Directorate) | iv. Mid-level IAS or senior RAS Officer |
Explanation
The Chief Secretary is a senior IAS officer, a Joint Secretary is a mid-level IAS or senior RAS officer, a Section Officer is usually from the State Secretariat Service and a Technical Director is often a specialist. This gives A-ii, B-iv, C-i, D-iii.
Q7918. Which airport in Rajasthan is technically a civil enclave managed by the Airports Authority of India but operates from the runway of an Indian Air Force Station?
Explanation
Jaisalmer Airport functions as a civil enclave where the terminal and passenger facilities are managed by the Airports Authority of India, while the runway is part of an Indian Air Force station. This shared infrastructure model is common in strategic border regions, allowing for commercial air connectivity under schemes like UDAN while maintaining essential military operations for national security purposes.
Q7919. Given below are two statements, one labeled as
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): The practice of Jauhar was chosen over surrender by Rajput women during sieges.
Reason (R): They preferred death by fire to the perceived certainty of enslavement, torture, and violation by the victorious invading armies.
Select the correct answer:
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): The practice of Jauhar was chosen over surrender by Rajput women during sieges.
Reason (R): They preferred death by fire to the perceived certainty of enslavement, torture, and violation by the victorious invading armies.
Select the correct answer:
Explanation
Rajput women chose Jauhar over surrender because they preferred death to enslavement and violation by the invaders, so the reason explains the assertion.
Q7920. Match the major expressways/highways in List I with the primary cities they connect or bypass in Rajasthan in List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Select the correct code:
| Expressway/Highway | Key Cities Connected/Bypassed |
|---|---|
| A. NH 48 (Old NH 8) | i. Dausa, Sawai Madhopur, Kota |
| B. Delhi-Mumbai Expressway (NE 4) | ii. Jaipur, Ajmer, Udaipur |
| C. Amritsar-Jamnagar Expressway | iii. Hanumangarh, Bikaner, Jodhpur, Barmer |
| D. NH 27 (East-West Corridor) | iv. Baran, Kota, Chittorgarh, Udaipur |
Explanation
Major highways in Rajasthan serve different regions and cities. NH 48 connects Jaipur, Ajmer, and Udaipur, while the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway passes through Dausa, Sawai Madhopur, and Kota. The Amritsar-Jamnagar Expressway traverses northern and western districts like Hanumangarh and Bikaner. Additionally, NH 27, part of the East-West Corridor, links Baran, Kota, and Chittorgarh, providing essential connectivity across the southern state.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 7911 | (b) Electronic files for faster movement and tracking systems. |
| 7912 | (b) Broad gauge connectivity between the Mewar region and industrial hubs of Gujarat |
| 7913 | (a) I, II, and III only |
| 7914 | (a) Supervising the work of clerks and assistants in a section. |
| 7915 | (a) Multi-mode network providing voice, video, and data up to the Gram Panchayat level |
| 7916 | (c) Women committing Jauhar and men performing the Kesariya sacrifice |
| 7917 | (a) A-ii, B-iv, C-i, D-iii |
| 7918 | (c) Jaisalmer Airport |
| 7919 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 7920 | (a) A-ii, B-i, C-iii, D-iv |
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