Q8171. Which of the following defines the "Record of Rights" (Jamabandi)?
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Q8172. In the context of the Thar Desert classification, the region surrounding Jaisalmer, Ramgarh, and Pokhran that consists predominantly of exposed sedimentary rocks without significant sand cover is known as:
Explanation
The specific type of desert found around Jaisalmer, Ramgarh, and Pokhran, which is characterized by exposed sedimentary rocks and a lack of significant sand cover, is known as a Hamada. This rocky terrain stands in contrast to the shifting dunes of the sandy Erg desert.
Q8173. According to the Rajasthan Panchayati Raj Act, a person is disqualified from contesting Panchayat elections if they have more than two children. What is the cut-off date for the birth of the third child applying to this rule?
Explanation
To promote small family norms, the Rajasthan Panchayati Raj Act includes a disqualification rule for candidates with more than two children. The law specifies that a person is disqualified from contesting elections if they have more than two children, provided that any additional child born on or after November 27, 1995, is counted. This policy aims to set an example for family planning.
Q8174. What was the original name of Vijay Singh Pathik before he went underground to evade the British authorities?
Explanation
Vijay Singh Pathik’s original name was Bhoop Singh. He was involved in the planned revolutionary uprising of 1915 and had to go underground to escape the British authorities after the plot failed. To conceal his identity, he changed his name to Vijay Singh Pathik and adopted the appearance of a social worker. Under this new persona, he became a legendary leader of Bijolia.
Q8175. Which of the following is an incorrect statement regarding the Naib Tehsildar?
Explanation
A Naib Tehsildar is an important revenue official who supervises Patwaris and assists in revenue recovery and executive magistracy. However, they do not have the authority to declare state emergencies, which is a constitutional power reserved for the President of India. Their role is focused on the local administration of land records and assisting higher-level officers in maintaining order and implementing state policies.
Q8176. Which of the following statements best provides the definition of a "Reg" in the geographical context of Rajasthan?
Explanation
In the geographical context of Rajasthan, a "Reg" refers to a stony desert surface. It is a desert plain composed of a mixture of gravel, pebbles, and sand. This landform is created when wind removes the finer sand particles, leaving behind a layer of coarser materials. It represents one of the three major types of desert surfaces found throughout the Thar Desert.
Q8177. Which administrative entity is responsible for facilitating the Social Audit process at the village level in Rajasthan by deploying trained resource persons?
Explanation
The Directorate of Social Audit is an independent administrative body established to facilitate the audit process for various rural schemes, particularly MGNREGA. It is responsible for training resource persons and deploying them to villages to guide the community through the audit. This structure ensures that the audit is conducted professionally and independently of the implementing agencies, thereby maintaining the integrity and credibility.
Q8178. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer:
| Newspaper/Journal | Associated Leader/Founder |
|---|---|
| A. Rajasthan Kesari | i. Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi |
| B. Agi Baan | ii. Motilal Tejawat |
| C. Mewar Pukar | iii. Vijay Singh Pathik |
| D. Pratap | iv. Jai Narain Vyas |
Explanation
Journalism was a key tool for political awakening in Rajasthan. Vijay Singh Pathik started the ‘Rajasthan Kesari’ to voice the concerns of the people. Jai Narain Vyas was the force behind ‘Agi Baan’. Motilal Tejawat issued the ‘Mewar Pukar’ charter of demands. Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi published ‘Pratap’ from Kanpur, which played a crucial role in bringing the Bijolia movement to national attention.
Q8179. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer:
| Revenue Term | Function/Meaning |
|---|---|
| A. Khatauni | i. Change of ownership name |
| B. Khasra | ii. Crop inspection report |
| C. Girdawari | iii. Plot or field number in village map |
| D. Mutation | iv. Register of cultivators showing land held |
Explanation
In revenue terminology, the Khatauni is a register of cultivators showing the land they hold, while the Khasra identifies specific plots on a village map. Girdawari refers to the periodic crop inspection report, and mutation denotes the official change of ownership name in the records. These tools are fundamental for the systematic management of agricultural land and the fair collection of land-related taxes.
Q8180. Match the major macro-physiographic divisions in List I with their approximate percentage share of Rajasthan’s total geographical area in List II.
Select the correct code:
| Division | Percentage Area |
|---|---|
| A. Western Sandy Plains | i. 9.0% |
| B. Aravalli Range | ii. 23.3% |
| C. Eastern Plains | iii. 6.89% |
| D. Southeastern Plateau | iv. 61.11% |
Explanation
Rajasthan is divided into four major physiographic units with varying spatial coverage. The Western Sandy Plains are the largest, occupying 61.11 percent of the state. The Eastern Plains cover 23.3 percent, followed by the Aravalli Range at 9.0 percent. The Southeastern Plateau, or Hadoti region, is the smallest, accounting for 6.89 percent of the total geographical area of the state.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 8171 | (c) A register containing details of land ownership, rights, and liabilities. |
| 8172 | (c) Hamada |
| 8173 | (a) November 27, 1995 |
| 8174 | (a) Bhoop Singh |
| 8175 | (a) Has the power to declare state emergencies. |
| 8176 | (a) A desert plain consisting of gravel, pebbles, and sand. |
| 8177 | (a) The Directorate of Social Audit. |
| 8178 | (a) A-iii, B-iv, C-ii, D-i |
| 8179 | (a) A-iv, B-iii, C-ii, D-i |
| 8180 | (d) A-iv, B-i, C-ii, D-iii |
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