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RAS PrelimsIndian Polity and Governance · Fundamental Rights
Q831. Consider the following statements regarding the restrictions on Fundamental Rights: Statement I: The State can impose reasonable restrictions on the exercise of the freedom of speech and expression on the grounds of public order. Statement II: The reasonableness of the restrictions is a decision of the judiciary and can be challenged in court. Which of the following is correct?
Explanation
The State can impose reasonable restrictions on free speech on grounds such as public order, so Statement I is correct. Whether a restriction is reasonable is for the courts to decide and can be challenged, so Statement II is correct too.
RAS PrelimsWorld Geography · Major Rivers and Lakes of the World
Q832. Identify the incorrect statement regarding the Rhine River.
Explanation
The Rhine River is a critical European waterway that originates in the Swiss Alps and serves as a major industrial transport route. It forms part of the border between France and Germany. However, the river does not flow into the Black Sea; instead, it travels northward through Germany and the Netherlands to discharge into the North Sea.
RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Measurement of Development: HDI and Related Indices
Q833. The Gender Development Index measures gender gaps in human development achievements by:
Explanation
This index evaluates the disparity between genders by comparing their respective human development achievements. It is determined by dividing the score calculated specifically for women by the score calculated for men. A value closer to one indicates less disparity, providing a clear measure of how close a country is to achieving equality in health, education, and standard of living dimensions.
RAS PrelimsScience and Technology · Computers, Information and Communication Technology
Q834. Identify the odd one out among the following terms.
Explanation
Python, Java, and C++ are high-level programming languages used by developers to write software and create applications. Each language follows specific syntax rules and paradigms to communicate instructions to a computer. Linux, however, is an operating system, which is system software that manages hardware and provides the environment where these programming languages and their resulting applications function.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Sources of Rajasthan History
Q835. Identify the incorrect statement regarding the Shringi Rishi inscription (1428 AD).
Explanation
The Shringi Rishi inscription of 1428 AD was issued during the reign of Maharana Mokal and was discovered in the Mewar region, specifically near a religious site. It details the achievements of his predecessors, including Hammir and Lakha, and mentions the construction of a stepwell. The assertion that it was found in the Marwar region is geographically and historically incorrect.
RAS PrelimsAncient Indian History · Vedic Age
Q836. Consider the following statements regarding the Later Vedic period: I. Shudras were denied the right to recite the Vedas. II. The Gotra system appeared, prohibiting marriage within the same Gotra. III. Pushan, originally a protector of cattle, became associated with the Shudras. IV. Iron was referred to as Shyam or Krishna Ayas. V. The king was considered the absolute owner of all land, eliminating private property. Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Explanation
During the Later Vedic period, significant social and economic shifts occurred. Shudras were excluded from Vedic recitation, and the Gotra system was established to regulate marriage. Deities like Pushan became associated with lower Varnas, and iron technology, known as Shyam Ayas, became widespread. However, the king was not the absolute owner of all land, as communal and private rights persisted.
RAS PrelimsIndian Polity and Governance · Fundamental Rights
Q837. Match the freedoms in List I with the grounds for restriction in List II and select the correct answer using the options given below:
Freedom under Article 19
Ground for Restriction
A. Freedom of speech and expression
i. Interests of the general public or protection of any Scheduled Tribe
B. Freedom of assembly
ii. Sovereignty and integrity of India, and public order
C. Freedom of association
iii. Defamation or contempt of court
D. Freedom of movement
iv. Public order or morality
Explanation
Each freedom under Article 19 is subject to specific restrictions. Speech can be restricted due to defamation. Assembly and association are limited by public order and sovereignty. Movement can be restricted for the general public interest or the protection of Scheduled Tribes. These restrictions must be reasonable and based on the grounds explicitly mentioned in clauses of Article 19.
RAS PrelimsWorld Geography · Major Rivers and Lakes of the World
Q838. The extensive drainage basin of the Amazon River encompasses a significant portion of South America. Which of the following is NOT a major tributary of the Amazon?
Explanation
The Amazon River possesses a massive drainage basin with hundreds of significant tributaries. Major rivers such as the Purus, Madeira, and Xingu all flow into the Amazon from different directions. The Orinoco River, however, is a separate and distinct river system located primarily in Venezuela and Colombia, draining into the Atlantic Ocean independently of the Amazon.
RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Measurement of Development: HDI and Related Indices
Q839. In which year was the Gender Development Index first introduced by the United Nations Development Programme?
Explanation
The United Nations Development Programme introduced a specific measure to assess gender-based differences in human progress during the mid-1990s. This metric was launched alongside another gender-focused index to highlight that development is often not neutral between sexes. It aimed to bring global attention to the need for policies that specifically address the gaps in health, knowledge, and economic resources for women.
RAS PrelimsScience and Technology · Computers, Information and Communication Technology
Q840. Match List I with List II.
Software Type
Example
A. Operating System
i. BIOS
B. Application Software
ii. Microsoft Word
C. Utility Software
iii. Disk Cleanup
D. Firmware
iv. Windows 11
Explanation
Software types are categorized by their specific functions within a computing environment. Operating systems like Windows 11 manage resources, while application software like Microsoft Word performs user-specific tasks. Utility software such as Disk Cleanup maintains system health, and firmware like BIOS provides low-level hardware control. This classification helps in understanding how different software layers interact to provide a complete experience.
Answer key for these questions
Q
Correct answer
831
(a) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
832
(a) It flows into the Black Sea forming a large delta.
833
(a) Calculating the ratio of the female HDI to the male HDI
834
(a) Linux
835
(d) It was discovered in the Marwar region.
836
(a) I, II, III and IV only
837
(a) A-iii, B-ii, C-iv, D-i
838
(d) Orinoco
839
(b) 1995
840
(a) A-iv, B-ii, C-iii, D-i
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