Q8331. Identify the incorrect statement regarding the Ghaggar river.
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Q8332. In Rajasthan, the primary responsibility for conducting the statutory audit of Panchayati Raj Institutions and Urban Local Bodies rests with:
Explanation
In Rajasthan, the Local Fund Audit Department is the primary agency responsible for the statutory audit of local self-government institutions. It ensures that the accounts of Panchayati Raj Institutions and Urban Local Bodies are maintained correctly and in compliance with legal standards. This audit process is essential for maintaining financial transparency and is often a prerequisite for receiving various performance-linked grants.
Q8333. Which of the following was NOT a feature of the Indian Councils Act of 1861?
Explanation
The Indian Councils Act of 1861 allowed the nomination of non-officials, gave the Viceroy power to issue ordinances and recognised the portfolio system. It did not introduce direct election, so A is not a feature.
Q8334. Consider the following statements regarding the Superintendent of Police (SP):
I. The SP is responsible for the prevention and detection of crime in the district.
II. The SP exercises disciplinary control over subordinate police personnel in the district.
III. The SP can commute judicial sentences awarded by district courts.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. The SP is responsible for the prevention and detection of crime in the district.
II. The SP exercises disciplinary control over subordinate police personnel in the district.
III. The SP can commute judicial sentences awarded by district courts.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The Superintendent of Police is primarily responsible for the prevention and detection of crime within the district. This role involves exercising disciplinary control over subordinate personnel to maintain a professional force. However, the power to commute judicial sentences awarded by courts is a constitutional or statutory authority held by the executive government or higher judiciary, not by the police.
Q8335. Consider the following statements about the Ghaggar river:
I. It is commonly referred to as the ‘Dead River’ in local parlance.
II. The ancient archaeological site of Kalibangan is situated on its banks.
III. It originates from the western slopes of the Aravalli range in Rajasthan.
Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?
I. It is commonly referred to as the ‘Dead River’ in local parlance.
II. The ancient archaeological site of Kalibangan is situated on its banks.
III. It originates from the western slopes of the Aravalli range in Rajasthan.
Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?
Explanation
The Ghaggar River originates in the Shivalik Hills of Himachal Pradesh, not the Aravalli Range. It is indeed locally known as the ‘Dead River’ due to its seasonal and often dry nature. The historic site of Kalibangan, a major center of the Indus Valley Civilization, is located on its banks, highlighting the river’s importance in providing water to ancient settlements.
Q8336. A persistent gap between State Finance Commission recommendations and actual implementation often leads to which of the following effects on local bodies?
Explanation
When there is a significant gap between the recommendations of the State Finance Commission and their actual implementation, local bodies often suffer from severe financial shortages. This fiscal stress leads to delays in providing essential services like sanitation, lighting, and water supply. Without the timely release of devolved funds, local planning becomes uncertain, hindering the overall development and maintenance of local infrastructure.
Q8337. Match List I with List II:
| British Official | Police/Administrative Reform |
|---|---|
| A. Lord Cornwallis | i. Abolished the office of SP and transferred duties to Collector |
| B. Lord Curzon | ii. Appointed the Frazer Police Commission |
| C. Lord William Bentinck | iii. Enacted the Indian Police Act of 1861 |
| D. Lord Canning | iv. Created the Thana and Daroga system |
Explanation
Cornwallis created the Thana and Daroga system, Curzon appointed the Frazer Police Commission, Bentinck abolished the office of the SP and gave its duties to the Collector, and Canning enacted the Police Act of 1861. This gives A-iv, B-ii, C-i, D-iii.
Q8338. In the event of a severe breakdown of law and order in a district, what is the standard administrative protocol?
Explanation
During a severe breakdown of law and order, standard administrative protocol mandates close coordination between the Superintendent of Police and the District Magistrate. While the police handle tactical operations, the Magistrate provides necessary legal authorizations and overall supervision. This collaborative approach ensures that the response is both legally sound and operationally effective in restoring public peace and safety.
Q8339. The flood plain of the Ghaggar river in the Hanumangarh and Sriganganagar districts is locally known by which of the following terms?
Explanation
The flat, fertile flood plain of the Ghaggar River in the northern districts of Hanumangarh and Sriganganagar is locally referred to as ‘Nali’. This region is agriculturally productive due to the silt deposited by the river during occasional flows. Understanding such local terminology is essential for studying regional geography and the specific impact of seasonal watercourses on the northern desert landscape.
Q8340. Match the following revenue sources in List I with the competent authority generally associated with them in List II:
| Revenue Source | Competent Authority |
|---|---|
| A. Corporate Income Tax | i. Union Government |
| B. Agricultural Land Revenue | ii. State Government |
| C. Property Tax (House Tax) | iii. Urban Local Bodies |
| D. Market Fees (Mandi/Haat) | iv. Panchayati Raj Institutions |
Explanation
Different government levels have specific revenue authorities. Corporate Income Tax is collected by the Union Government, while Agricultural Land Revenue falls under the State Government. Urban Local Bodies are typically responsible for Property Tax, and Panchayati Raj Institutions often manage fees from local markets and haats.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 8331 | (d) It ultimately drains into the Arabian Sea near the Gulf of Kutch. |
| 8332 | (d) The Local Fund Audit Department |
| 8333 | (a) It formally introduced the principle of direct election for provincial councils. |
| 8334 | (a) I and II only |
| 8335 | (b) III only |
| 8336 | (a) Fiscal stress and delayed delivery of civic services |
| 8337 | (c) A-iv, B-ii, C-i, D-iii |
| 8338 | (c) Close coordination between SP and DM to restore order |
| 8339 | (c) Nali |
| 8340 | (a) A-i, B-ii, C-iii, D-iv |
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