Q8571. The power to conduct elections to urban local bodies (Municipalities, Municipal Councils, Municipal Corporations) is vested in the State Election Commission by virtue of which Article?
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Q8572. Match the types of educational institutions in Rajasthan in List I with their distinguishing features in List II.
| Institution | Feature |
|---|---|
| A. Swami Vivekananda Model Schools | i. Focused on vocational and skill-based craft training |
| B. Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya | ii. CBSE affiliated English medium schools in educationally backward blocks |
| C. Shardul Sports School | iii. Specialized school focusing on athletics and sports located in Bikaner |
| D. Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) | iv. Residential schools for girls from marginalized communities |
Explanation
Educational institutions in Rajasthan serve diverse purposes. Swami Vivekananda Model Schools are CBSE-affiliated English medium schools in backward blocks. Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas provide residential education for marginalized girls. The Shardul Sports School in Bikaner specializes in athletic training. Lastly, Industrial Training Institutes focus on vocational skill-based training. These institutions collectively address the academic and professional needs of various student segments.
Q8573. Which of the following statements correctly reflects the provision of Article 243O of the Constitution regarding electoral matters of Panchayats?
Explanation
Article 243O provides a significant legal shield to the local election process. It states that the validity of any law relating to the delimitation of constituencies or the allotment of seats to such constituencies shall not be called in question in any court. This provision is intended to prevent unnecessary litigation from stalling the election cycle, ensuring that local democratic processes proceed without judicial delays.
Q8574. What is the full form of ‘PARAKH’, the national assessment centre proposed under NEP 2020 to standardize evaluation across all school boards, including RBSE?
Explanation
PARAKH stands for Performance Assessment, Review, and Analysis of Knowledge for Holistic Development.
Q8575. Under the Rajasthan Panchayati Raj Act, 1994, an election petition challenging the election of a Sarpanch can be presented to which of the following authorities?
Explanation
Under the Rajasthan Panchayati Raj Act, the validity of a Sarpanch’s election can only be challenged through an election petition. Such a petition must be presented to the District Judge having jurisdiction over the area. The Judge acts as a tribunal to hear the dispute. This legal mechanism ensures that grievances regarding electoral malpractices are resolved through a formal judicial process after the election.
Q8576. Identify the incorrect statement regarding the Kalibai Bheel Medhavi Chhatra Scooty Yojana in Rajasthan.
Explanation
The Kalibai Bheel Medhavi Chhatra Scooty Yojana is a meritorious scheme in Rajasthan providing free scooters to female students who excel in their twelfth-grade board exams. Its goal is to facilitate easier access to higher education institutions.
Q8577. Match List-I (Authority/Mechanism) with List- II (Function in Local Elections):
Select the correct code:
| Authority/Mechanism | Function in Local Elections |
|---|---|
| A. State Election Commission | i. Adjudication of election petitions post-election |
| B. Returning Officer | ii. Receiving nomination papers from candidates |
| C. Observer | iii. Ensuring adherence to the Model Code of Conduct |
| D. Election Tribunal/Judge | iv. Issuing the notification of election dates |
Explanation
The local election process involves multiple authorities. The State Election Commission issues the election notification. The Returning Officer is responsible for receiving and scrutinizing nomination papers. Observers are deployed to monitor the adherence to the Model Code of Conduct and ensure fair play. Finally, if there is a legal challenge to the results, the designated Election Tribunal or Judge adjudicates the petition.
Q8578. Why do tribal-dominated districts like Banswara and Pratapgarh generally exhibit lower literacy rates compared to eastern districts in Rajasthan?
Explanation
Tribal-dominated districts like Banswara and Pratapgarh often exhibit lower literacy rates due to geographical isolation and scattered habitations. These factors, combined with socio-economic marginalization, create significant barriers to consistent school attendance and educational access. Unlike the more developed eastern districts, these regions require targeted infrastructure development and culturally sensitive educational strategies to overcome these persistent challenges and improve literacy levels.
Q8579. Consider the following statements regarding Central Universities and Institutes of National Importance in Rajasthan:
I. The Central University of Rajasthan is located in Kishangarh, Ajmer.
II. IIT Jodhpur and IIM Udaipur are functioning as Institutes of National Importance.
III. MNIT is a premier engineering institute located in Bikaner.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
I. The Central University of Rajasthan is located in Kishangarh, Ajmer.
II. IIT Jodhpur and IIM Udaipur are functioning as Institutes of National Importance.
III. MNIT is a premier engineering institute located in Bikaner.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation
Rajasthan hosts several prestigious national institutions. The Central University of Rajasthan is located in Kishangarh, Ajmer. Additionally, IIT Jodhpur and IIM Udaipur are recognized as Institutes of National Importance, contributing to high-level research and professional training. However, the Malaviya National Institute of Technology is situated in Jaipur, not Bikaner. Therefore, only the first and second statements are correct.
Q8580. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer:
| Term related to financial exploitation | Description |
|---|---|
| A. Guaranteed Interest | i. Lower import duties for British goods entering India |
| B. Imperial Preference | ii. Early trading firms managing foreign capital in India |
| C. Home Charges | iii. Expenses of the Secretary of State’s office in London |
| D. Agency Houses | iv. Fixed minimum return provided to British railway investors |
Explanation
Guaranteed interest was the fixed minimum return given to British railway investors, Imperial Preference was lower import duties for British goods, Home Charges were the expenses in London and Agency Houses were early trading firms. This gives A-iv, B-i, C-iii, D-ii.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 8571 | (d) Article 243ZA |
| 8572 | (a) A-ii, B-iv, C-iii, D-i |
| 8573 | (c) It bars court interference in electoral matters, including laws regarding the delimitation of constituencies. |
| 8574 | (c) Performance Assessment, Review, and Analysis of Knowledge for Holistic Development |
| 8575 | (a) The District Judge or a subordinate judge empowered for this purpose |
| 8576 | (a) The scheme is exclusively restricted only to girls belonging to the General category. |
| 8577 | (a) A-iv, B-ii, C-iii, D-i |
| 8578 | (d) Geographical isolation, scattered habitation, and socio-economic marginalization |
| 8579 | (a) I and II only |
| 8580 | (a) A-iv, B-i, C-iii, D-ii |
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