Q8661. What procedural requirement must the State Government fulfill regarding the annual report of the Rajasthan State Women Commission?
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Q8662. Identify the correctly paired climatic code of Koeppen with its descriptive meaning for Rajasthan.
Explanation
In Koeppen’s classification system, the code BWhw specifically represents a hot desert climate characterized by low precipitation and dry winters. This classification is perfectly suited for the western parts of Rajasthan, including the Thar Desert.
Q8663. Which corporate entity partnered with the Department of Education, Rajasthan, to launch the ‘E-Kaksha’ initiative to deliver free digital education?
Explanation
The E-Kaksha initiative is a successful partnership between the Rajasthan Education Department and Cairn Oil and Gas, a part of the Vedanta group. This collaboration provides free, high-quality digital video lessons for students in classes one to twelve via YouTube. By leveraging corporate social responsibility, the state has significantly expanded the reach of digital educational content to students across Rajasthan.
Q8664. Identify the correct statement regarding the play ‘Neel Darpan’.
Explanation
Neel Darpan, written by Dinabandhu Mitra, was a powerful piece of social and political literature. It provided a vivid and realistic account of the systemic cruelty and exploitation faced by indigo cultivators at the hands of European planters. The play played a crucial role in raising awareness and generating public sympathy, which helped build the momentum for the Indigo Revolt and the subsequent government inquiry.
Q8665. Match List-I (Types of Interventions by RSWC) with List-II (Examples of Interventions):
Select the correct code:
| Types of Interventions by RSWC | Examples of Interventions |
|---|---|
| A. Rescue and Relief | i. Suggesting amendments to state laws affecting women’s property rights |
| B. Policy Recommendation | ii. Conducting seminars on the prevention of domestic violence |
| C. Awareness Generation | iii. Directing local police to assist a victim of trafficking |
| D. Legal Safeguard Review | iv. Advising the creation of new shelter homes in a state budget |
Explanation
The Commission intervenes in various ways to protect women’s interests. This includes rescue operations by directing police assistance and recommending policy changes such as new shelter homes. It conducts awareness seminars on legal rights and reviews existing laws to suggest amendments, such as those regarding property rights. These diverse actions aim to provide both immediate relief and long-term systemic improvements.
Q8666. Which is the most appropriate reason why the southeastern part of Rajasthan (Hadoti region) receives significantly higher rainfall than the western part?
Explanation
The Hadoti region gets more rain because it is on the windward side of the moisture-laden Bay of Bengal winds that enter from the east.
Q8667. What was the cause and effect of utilizing ‘Shiksha Vani’ during the COVID-19 pandemic in Rajasthan?
Explanation
During the COVID-19 pandemic, digital gaps in rural Rajasthan made it difficult for many students to access online content. To ensure continued learning, the state utilized Shiksha Vani to broadcast educational programs via radio. This approach was effective because radio sets were more accessible than smartphones or high-speed internet in remote areas, successfully bridging the technological divide during the crisis.
Q8668. The strict adherence to laissez-faire economics by colonial administrators during famines meant that:
Explanation
Under the doctrine of laissez-faire, colonial administrators were reluctant to regulate food prices or stop grain exports, even during severe scarcities. They believed that market forces would eventually solve shortages and that state intervention would be harmful to trade. This approach often allowed merchants to hoard grain for higher profits while the poor could not afford food, leading to millions of preventable deaths.
Q8669. Which of the following is considered the most significant functional limitation of the Rajasthan State Women Commission?
Explanation
One of the most significant limitations of the Rajasthan State Women Commission is its lack of punitive powers. Unlike a court of law, it cannot sentence criminals or award legally binding judgments. Its role is primarily investigative and advisory. This often means its effectiveness depends on the willingness of the state government and the police to act on the commission’s findings.
Q8670. Match List I (Local Weather Phenomenon) with
List II (Primary Characteristic) and select the correct answer using the options below.
List I: (Local Weather Phenomenon)
A. Loo
B. Andhi
C. Mawath
D. Purvaiya
List II: (Primary Characteristic)
i. Winter rainfall from Mediterranean cyclonic disturbances
ii. Hot, dry, scorching summer winds
iii. Moisture-bearing winds from the east
iv. Violent, dust-raising summer storms lowering temperatures temporarily
List II (Primary Characteristic) and select the correct answer using the options below.
List I: (Local Weather Phenomenon)
A. Loo
B. Andhi
C. Mawath
D. Purvaiya
List II: (Primary Characteristic)
i. Winter rainfall from Mediterranean cyclonic disturbances
ii. Hot, dry, scorching summer winds
iii. Moisture-bearing winds from the east
iv. Violent, dust-raising summer storms lowering temperatures temporarily
Explanation
Loo is a hot, dry summer wind, Andhi is a violent dust-raising storm, Mawath is winter rain from Mediterranean disturbances and Purvaiya is a moisture-bearing easterly wind. This gives A-ii, B-iv, C-i, D-iii.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 8661 | (a) It must be laid before the State Legislature along with a memorandum of action taken on the recommendations. |
| 8662 | (a) BWhw - Hot desert climate with dry winter |
| 8663 | (a) Cairn Oil & Gas (Vedanta) |
| 8664 | (c) It realistically portrayed the oppression of indigo farmers. |
| 8665 | (a) A-iii, B-iv, C-ii, D-i |
| 8666 | (c) Windward location relative to moisture- laden Bay of Bengal winds entering from the east. |
| 8667 | (c) Rural digital gaps led to radio broadcasts to ensure continued student learning. |
| 8668 | (a) Refusal to interfere with private trade of grains, even during hoarding. |
| 8669 | (a) The inability to penalize offenders or issue binding verdicts like a traditional court. |
| 8670 | (a) A-ii, B-iv, C-i, D-iii |
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