Q8301. Identify the correct statement regarding the Chambal river in Rajasthan.
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Q8302. Match the following State Finance Commissions of Rajasthan in List I with their respective Chairpersons in List II:
| State Finance Commission | Chairperson |
|---|---|
| A. First SFC | i. B.D. Kalla |
| B. Second SFC | ii. K.K. Goyal |
| C. Fourth SFC | iii. Pradyuman Singh |
| D. Sixth SFC | iv. Hira Lal Devpura |
Explanation
The leadership of the Rajasthan State Finance Commission has changed periodically. K.K. Goyal chaired the first commission, while Hira Lal Devpura led the second. The fourth commission was headed by B.D. Kalla, and the sixth commission is currently led by Pradyuman Singh. These chairpersons guide the commission in recommending the share of state taxes to be devolved to local bodies.
Q8303. Select the correct chronological sequence of the following landmarks in the development of the colonial civil services in India:
Explanation
Fort William College was founded in 1800, the Macaulay Committee reported in 1854, the Islington Commission sat in 1912 and simultaneous exams in India began in 1922. That is the order in option B.
Q8304. What is the primary administrative rationale for appointing an Inspector General (IG) of Police at the Range level?
Explanation
An Inspector General of Police is appointed at the Range level to provide an essential layer of mid-level management. This role involves supervising the police functioning and crime situations across several districts within a specific zone. By overseeing multiple Superintendents of Police, the Inspector General ensures that state headquarters’ directives are consistently implemented and that regional security is maintained.
Q8305. The Luni river, the most significant river of western Rajasthan, originates from which of the following?
Explanation
The Luni River originates from the Nag Pahar in the Ajmer district of the Aravalli Range. It is the primary river system of the Thar Desert in western Rajasthan. Initially known as the Sagarmati, it takes the name Luni after meeting the Saraswati stream. Its flow is ephemeral, and it plays a critical role in the desert ecosystem’s hydrology.
Q8306. The own source revenue generation by Urban Local Bodies faces significant challenges. Which of the following is a major administrative challenge in this context?
Explanation
Urban Local Bodies struggle with revenue generation due to significant administrative hurdles. Major issues include the lack of regular property value assessments and inefficient systems for collecting taxes. These challenges lead to a substantial gap between the potential and actual revenue collected. Strengthening administrative procedures and updating valuation methods are necessary steps to improve the financial self-sufficiency of these urban institutions.
Q8307. What was the underlying political motive of Lord Curzon behind the controversial partition policy implemented in 1905, which was officially justified on the grounds of administrative convenience?
Explanation
Curzon’s partition of Bengal in 1905 was officially for administrative convenience, but the real aim was to weaken Indian nationalism by dividing the politically conscious Bengali population.
Q8308. Match the territorial units in List I with the corresponding commanding officer ranks in List II:
| Territorial Unit | Commanding Officer Rank |
|---|---|
| A. State | i. Circle Inspector/DySP |
| B. Range | ii. Inspector General |
| C. District | iii. Director General of Police |
| D. Circle | iv. Superintendent of Police |
Explanation
The police organization is divided into specific territorial units, each led by an officer of appropriate rank. The entire state is headed by the Director General of Police, while a Range is managed by an Inspector General. Each district falls under a Superintendent of Police, and a Circle is typically commanded by a Circle Inspector or Deputy Superintendent.
Q8309. Consider the following rivers:
I. Jawai
II. Sukri
III. Bandi
Which of the following correctly identifies the main river of which these are tributaries?
I. Jawai
II. Sukri
III. Bandi
Which of the following correctly identifies the main river of which these are tributaries?
Explanation
The Jawai, Sukri, and Bandi are all significant tributaries of the Luni River, flowing through the semi-arid regions of western Rajasthan. These seasonal streams originate mostly from the western slopes of the Aravalli Range. They contribute to the Luni’s flow before it eventually disappears into the Rann of Kutch, forming an essential part of the state’s western internal drainage network.
Q8310. Identify the incorrect statement regarding the own source revenue of local bodies in Rajasthan:
Explanation
Local bodies in Rajasthan have the authority to collect specific taxes and user charges, such as property tax and water fees, as permitted by state legislation.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 8301 | (a) The Chambal river forms the famous Chuliya waterfall near Bhensrorgarh. |
| 8302 | (a) A-ii, B-iv, C-i, D-iii |
| 8303 | (b) Foundation of Fort William College, Macaulay Committee Report, Islington Commission, Introduction of simultaneous exams in India |
| 8304 | (b) To supervise police functioning across multiple districts |
| 8305 | (b) Nag Pahar |
| 8306 | (b) Poor periodic assessment and low collection efficiency of property tax |
| 8307 | (b) To weaken Indian nationalism by dividing the politically conscious population of Bengal |
| 8308 | (a) A-iii, B-ii, C-iv, D-i |
| 8309 | (b) Luni |
| 8310 | (b) The autonomous power to introduce new income taxes within their jurisdiction without state approval. |
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