Q8541. Which of the following correctly pairs the nutritional norm mandated per child per day for Primary classes under the PM POSHAN (Mid- Day Meal) scheme?
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Q8542. Which of the following statements regarding the definition of ‘misbehavior’ for an RPSC member under Article 317 is incorrect?
Explanation
Under Article 317, being interested in a government contract or sharing in its profits is misbehaviour. A member of an incorporated company sharing profits with other members in the ordinary way is not, so A is incorrect.
Q8543. Consider the following statements regarding technical education in Rajasthan:
I. The Board of Technical Education Rajasthan (BTER) is situated in Jodhpur.
II. BTER is responsible for conducting examinations for diploma courses in engineering and non-engineering trades.
III. Rajasthan Technical University (RTU) grants affiliation only to polytechnic colleges.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
I. The Board of Technical Education Rajasthan (BTER) is situated in Jodhpur.
II. BTER is responsible for conducting examinations for diploma courses in engineering and non-engineering trades.
III. Rajasthan Technical University (RTU) grants affiliation only to polytechnic colleges.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation
The Board of Technical Education Rajasthan, situated in Jodhpur, manages diploma courses in various engineering and non-engineering trades. It is responsible for curriculum development and conducting examinations. While Rajasthan Technical University grants affiliation to degree-level engineering colleges, it does not exclusively affiliate polytechnic colleges, which fall under the board’s jurisdiction. Thus, only the first two statements are factually correct.
Q8544. Select the correct order of the procedure followed for the removal of an RPSC member on the grounds of misbehavior:
Explanation
The removal of a member for misbehavior follows a strict constitutional procedure. First, the President makes a reference to the Supreme Court. The Court then conducts an inquiry in accordance with the procedures prescribed under Article 145.
Q8545. An applicant belongs to a Below Poverty Line (BPL) family in a rural area of Rajasthan and seeks admission for her daughter in Class 1 in a private unaided school. Which provision of the RTE Act directly facilitates this admission free of cost?
Explanation
Section twelve-one-c of the Right to Education Act facilitates the admission of children from weaker and disadvantaged sections into private unaided schools. This provision mandates a twenty-five percent reservation at the entry level, such as Class one. In Rajasthan, this enables BPL families to secure quality education for their children free of cost, with the state government later reimbursing the schools.
Q8546. Article 243K of the Constitution of India explicitly mandates the creation of the State Election Commission for the superintendence, direction, and control of the preparation of electoral rolls for:
Explanation
Article 243K of the Indian Constitution provides for the establishment of a State Election Commission in each state. Its primary responsibility is the superintendence, direction, and control of the preparation of electoral rolls for, and the conduct of, all elections to the Panchayati Raj Institutions. Elections to the State Legislative Assembly and Parliament are handled by the Election Commission of India.
Q8547. In which year was the Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) established?
Explanation
The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education was established in 1957 to regulate and supervise secondary education within the state. Initially located in Jaipur, it later shifted to Ajmer. The board plays a pivotal role in maintaining educational standards by conducting board examinations and developing academic syllabi. Its establishment marked a significant step toward organizing the school education system in Rajasthan.
Q8548. Consider the following statements regarding the Rajasthan State Election Commission:
I. It was constituted under the provisions of the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments.
II. It is a multi-member commission headed by the Chief Electoral Officer.
III. It enjoys the same functional independence as the Election Commission of India in its specified domain.
Which of the above statements are correct?
I. It was constituted under the provisions of the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments.
II. It is a multi-member commission headed by the Chief Electoral Officer.
III. It enjoys the same functional independence as the Election Commission of India in its specified domain.
Which of the above statements are correct?
Explanation
The Rajasthan State Election Commission is a constitutional body established following the 73rd and 74th Amendments. It is a single-member body headed by the State Election Commissioner, not the Chief Electoral Officer. Within its specific jurisdiction of local body elections, the Commission enjoys a high degree of functional independence, similar to the authority exercised by the Election Commission of India.
Q8549. The following question consists of two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R).
Assertion (A): A significant number of engineering seats in private technical institutions of Rajasthan remain vacant every year.
Reason (R): There is a persistent gap between the curriculum taught in technical institutions and the current skill requirements of the industry, affecting students’ employability.
Assertion (A): A significant number of engineering seats in private technical institutions of Rajasthan remain vacant every year.
Reason (R): There is a persistent gap between the curriculum taught in technical institutions and the current skill requirements of the industry, affecting students’ employability.
Explanation
Many engineering seats in Rajasthan’s private colleges remain vacant due to a mismatch between academic curricula and industry requirements. This gap negatively impacts student employability, making technical education less attractive to aspirants. While the assertion correctly identifies the vacancy issue, the reason accurately explains that the lack of practical, industry-aligned skills is a major driving factor behind this problem.
Q8550. In which month and year was the Rajasthan State Election Commission formally constituted?
Explanation
Following the enactment of the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments, Rajasthan took steps to operationalize the new local governance framework. The State Election Commission of Rajasthan was formally constituted in July 1994. Since its inception, it has been responsible for conducting regular and fair elections to the three tiers of Panchayati Raj Institutions and the various urban local bodies.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 8541 | (d) 450 Calories and 12 grams of Protein |
| 8542 | (a) Being a member of an incorporated company and receiving a proportionate share of profits alongside other members constitutes misbehavior. |
| 8543 | (a) I and II only |
| 8544 | (b) Reference to Supreme Court by President Inquiry by Supreme Court under Article 145 Binding Report to President Order of Removal by President |
| 8545 | (a) Section 12(1)(c) |
| 8546 | (a) Panchayati Raj Institutions |
| 8547 | (b) 1957 |
| 8548 | (c) I and III only |
| 8549 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 8550 | (c) July 1994 |
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