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RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Rural Development and Panchayati Raj in Rajasthan
Q8071. Arrange the following processes of MGNREGA planning and execution in the correct chronological sequence: A. Approval of labor budget B. Issuance of Job Cards C. Demand for work D. Execution of works E. Social Audit
Explanation
The MGNREGA process begins with the issuance of Job Cards to rural households. Subsequently, a labor budget is approved to plan the required funds. When workers demand employment, they are assigned to specific projects. After the execution of these works, a Social Audit is conducted to ensure transparency and accountability. This sequence ensures a structured approach to providing rural employment.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Leading Personalities of Rajasthan
Q8072. The slaying of the Mir Bakhshi Salabat Khan in the imperial court of Agra is attributed to which Rajput hero?
Explanation
Amar Singh Rathore is famously known for his bold action in the imperial court of Agra, where he killed the Mughal Mir Bakhshi, Salabat Khan. The incident occurred after Salabat Khan insulted him for his long absence from the court. Amar Singh’s act of defiance inside the heart of the Mughal power became a symbol of Rajput pride and traditional honor.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · Field and District Administration
Q8073. Read the following statements and select the correct answer: Statement I: The Divisional Commissioner system helps in decentralizing state-level supervision. Statement II: It provides an intermediate level of grievance redressal above the District Collector.
Explanation
The Divisional Commissioner system decentralizes state-level supervision by providing a regional authority to oversee multiple districts. This intermediate level of administration allows for more direct monitoring of government projects and offers an accessible platform for grievance redressal above the district level. By supervising District Collectors, the Divisional Commissioner ensures that state policies are implemented uniformly and efficiently across the entire division.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Rural Development and Panchayati Raj in Rajasthan
Q8074. Under PMAY-G in Rajasthan, financial assistance is also provided for the construction of toilets. This assistance is converged with which of the following schemes?
Explanation
To ensure holistic development and improved sanitation, the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana Gramin converges with the Swachh Bharat Mission Gramin. While PMAY-G provides the primary funds for house construction, additional financial assistance for building a toilet within the house is provided through SBM-G. This integration ensures that every new rural home is equipped with proper sanitation facilities without burden.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Leading Personalities of Rajasthan
Q8075. The famous historical skirmish known as ‘Mateere Ki Rad’ (Battle of the Watermelon) occurred in 1644 between Amar Singh Rathore of Nagaur and which ruler of Bikaner?
Explanation
The unique conflict known as ‘Mateere Ki Rad’, or the Battle of the Watermelon, took place in 1644. It was fought between the forces of Amar Singh Rathore of Nagaur and Maharaja Karan Singh of Bikaner. The dispute originated from a watermelon vine that grew across the boundary of two villages. This minor incident escalated into a full-scale battle, reflecting intense territorial honor.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · Field and District Administration
Q8076. Identify the correct statement regarding the powers of the Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO).
Explanation
The Sub-Divisional Officer holds the additional responsibility of serving as the Sub-Divisional Magistrate. In this capacity, they are empowered to maintain public order and peace within their jurisdiction. While they handle revenue and developmental tasks, their magisterial powers allow them to take immediate action during local disturbances, ensuring that the rule of law is maintained at the sub-divisional level.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Rural Development and Panchayati Raj in Rajasthan
Q8077. Read the following statements regarding the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) and select the correct option. Statement I: PMGSY mandates the use of green technologies and locally available materials in rural road construction. Statement II: PMGSY roads are primarily constructed to connect state capitals with major national highways.
Explanation
The Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana is dedicated to rural connectivity, specifically linking unconnected habitations to the existing road network. A modern feature of the scheme is its mandate to use green technologies and locally available materials during construction.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Leading Personalities of Rajasthan
Q8078. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer:
Personality
Monument/Location associated with them
A. Amar Singh Rathore
i. Mangarh Hill
B. Durgadas Rathore
ii. Cenotaph at Ujjain
C. Maharana Pratap
iii. Cenotaph at Bandoli
D. Govind Guru
iv. 16-Pillared Cenotaph at Nagaur
Explanation
Rajasthan contains numerous monuments dedicated to its heroes. Amar Singh Rathore’s memory is honored by a sixteen-pillared cenotaph in Nagaur. Durgadas Rathore’s cenotaph is located in Ujjain. Maharana Pratap’s final memorial is found at Bandoli. Govind Guru, the leader of the Bhagat movement, is closely associated with Mangarh Hill, the site of a tragic massacre during the struggle for tribal rights.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · Field and District Administration
Q8079. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer:
Role in Elections
Officer usually appointed
A. Chief Electoral Officer
i. District Collector
B. District Election Officer
ii. Senior State-level IAS Officer
C. Returning Officer (Assembly Constituency)
iii. Sub-Divisional Officer
D. Electoral Registration Officer
iv. Tehsildar / SDO
Explanation
Election administration involves various officers: a senior IAS officer acts as the Chief Electoral Officer at the state level, and the District Collector serves as the District Election Officer. The Sub- Divisional Officer is typically the Returning Officer for an assembly constituency, while the Tehsildar often functions as the Electoral Registration Officer. This team ensures the orderly conduct of elections and voter registration.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Economy · Rural Development and Panchayati Raj in Rajasthan
Q8080. Consider the following statements regarding the implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM): I. It involves the formation of Village Water and Sanitation Committees (VWSCs). II. A key objective is the reduction of waterborne diseases in rural areas. III. The financial burden of the mission is borne entirely by the Gram Panchayat. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The Jal Jeevan Mission relies on the formation of Village Water and Sanitation Committees to lead local water management and ensure the reduction of waterborne diseases. The financial burden is not borne entirely by the Gram Panchayat; instead, it is shared between the Central and State Governments. The mission emphasizes a collaborative approach where the government provides funding and technical support.
Answer key for these questions
Q
Correct answer
8071
(b) B, A, C, D, E
8072
(d) Amar Singh Rathore
8073
(a) Both Statement I and Statement II are true.
8074
(d) Swachh Bharat Mission Gramin
8075
(b) Maharaja Karan Singh
8076
(b) The SDO functions as the Sub-Divisional Magistrate for maintaining public order.
8077
(a) Statement I is correct and Statement II is incorrect.
8078
(a) A-iv, B-ii, C-iii, D-i
8079
(a) A-ii, B-i, C-iii, D-iv
8080
(a) I and II only
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