Q8731. Which of the following constitutes a major challenge to the healthcare system in rural Rajasthan?
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Q8732. Which of the following represents the correct chronological sequence of the establishment of these socio-religious organizations?
Explanation
The Atmiya Sabha was founded in 1814, followed by the establishment of the Brahmo Samaj in 1828. Debendranath Tagore started the Tattvabodhini Sabha in 1839 to propagate systematic studies of Indian heritage. Finally, the Prarthana Samaj was established in 1867 in Bombay. This sequence reflects the gradual expansion and institutionalization of socio-religious reform across different regions of India.
Q8733. Match the non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in List I with their primary modifiable risk factors in List II:
| Non-communicable Diseases | Modifiable Risk Factors |
|---|---|
| A. Cardiovascular Disease | i. Tobacco chewing |
| B. Type 2 Diabetes | ii. High dietary sugar and physical inactivity |
| C. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | iii. Smoking and indoor air pollution |
| D. Oral Cancer | iv. High trans-fat intake and hypertension |
Explanation
Modifiable risk factors are central to the rising burden of non-communicable diseases. Cardiovascular diseases are often linked to high trans-fat intake and hypertension, while type two diabetes is associated with physical inactivity and sugar consumption. Chronic respiratory conditions are primarily caused by smoking and indoor air pollution, whereas oral cancer is strongly correlated with the habit of tobacco.
Q8734. Which of the following is not a recognized function of Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHA) in Rajasthan?
Explanation
Accredited Social Health Activists serve as vital links between the community and the public health system. Their responsibilities include motivating women for institutional deliveries, assisting in immunization drives, and creating awareness about sanitation. However, they are community health volunteers and are not authorized to perform any surgical procedures, which are strictly handled by qualified medical professionals at higher facilities.
Q8735. In the context of social reforms in Maharashtra, consider the following statements:
Statement I: The Prarthana Samaj adopted a gradualist approach to social reform rather than breaking completely with Hindu traditions.
Statement II: M.G. Ranade and R.G. Bhandarkar were among its most prominent leaders.
Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct?
Statement I: The Prarthana Samaj adopted a gradualist approach to social reform rather than breaking completely with Hindu traditions.
Statement II: M.G. Ranade and R.G. Bhandarkar were among its most prominent leaders.
Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The Prarthana Samaj in Maharashtra was known for its gradualist approach, emphasizing persuasion and education rather than radical breaks with Hindu traditions. Prominent leaders like M.G. Ranade and R.G. Bhandarkar spearheaded its activities, focusing on issues like widow remarriage and the education of women. They sought to reform Hindu society from within while maintaining a link to its cultural roots.
Q8736. Consider the following statements regarding tiger reserves and wildlife in Rajasthan:
I. Ranthambore was among the first nine tiger reserves established under Project Tiger.
II. Sariska successfully executed a tiger relocation programme after a local extinction.
III. Mukundra Hills is the third declared tiger reserve in Rajasthan.
IV. Desert National Park is a major breeding ground for Bengal tigers.
V. Keoladeo Ghana National Park primarily focuses on avian conservation rather than large felines.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. Ranthambore was among the first nine tiger reserves established under Project Tiger.
II. Sariska successfully executed a tiger relocation programme after a local extinction.
III. Mukundra Hills is the third declared tiger reserve in Rajasthan.
IV. Desert National Park is a major breeding ground for Bengal tigers.
V. Keoladeo Ghana National Park primarily focuses on avian conservation rather than large felines.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Ranthambore was among the first nine reserves under Project Tiger, Sariska had a successful tiger relocation, Mukundra Hills is the third tiger reserve and Keoladeo is mainly a bird sanctuary. Desert National Park is not a tiger breeding ground, so IV is wrong.
Q8737. Consider the following statements regarding the Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY scheme in Rajasthan:
I. It provides a health cover of Rs. 5 lakhs per family per year.
II. The scheme is entirely funded by the State Government of Rajasthan.
III. It aims to reduce catastrophic out-of-pocket health expenditure.
IV. The beneficiaries are identified based on the Socio-Economic Caste Census (SECC) 2011.
V. It has been integrated with the state’s own health insurance schemes.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. It provides a health cover of Rs. 5 lakhs per family per year.
II. The scheme is entirely funded by the State Government of Rajasthan.
III. It aims to reduce catastrophic out-of-pocket health expenditure.
IV. The beneficiaries are identified based on the Socio-Economic Caste Census (SECC) 2011.
V. It has been integrated with the state’s own health insurance schemes.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY provides health insurance coverage of five lakh rupees per family per year to eligible beneficiaries. The scheme utilizes data from the Socio-Economic Caste Census to identify target families and aims to mitigate high out-of-pocket health costs. In Rajasthan, it has been integrated with state-specific health initiatives to provide a unified and expanded healthcare safety.
Q8738. Consider the following statements about the social reform activities in Maharashtra:
I. Prarthana Samaj focused strictly on religious reforms and avoided social issues like widow remarriage.
II. The Deccan Education Society was closely associated with the reformist zeal in Maharashtra.
III. M.G. Ranade founded the Indian National Social Conference.
IV. Prarthana Samaj members worked actively for the upliftment of the depressed classes.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
I. Prarthana Samaj focused strictly on religious reforms and avoided social issues like widow remarriage.
II. The Deccan Education Society was closely associated with the reformist zeal in Maharashtra.
III. M.G. Ranade founded the Indian National Social Conference.
IV. Prarthana Samaj members worked actively for the upliftment of the depressed classes.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
Explanation
The Prarthana Samaj did not limit itself to religious matters; instead, it actively engaged with pressing social issues such as widow remarriage and female education. Its members were instrumental in founding the Deccan Education Society and the Indian National Social Conference. Additionally, they worked for the upliftment of depressed classes, making social welfare a core component of their reformist agenda.
Q8739. In which district is the Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve primarily located?
Explanation
The Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve is mainly in the Kota district, with parts in Jhalawar.
Q8740. Identify the odd one out among the following health interventions based on their primary target demographic.
Explanation
The Janani Shishu Suraksha Karyakaram, Mukhyamantri Rajshree Yojana, and Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana all specifically target the welfare of mothers and children. In contrast, the National Blindness Control Programme focuses on eye care and the prevention of visual impairment across the general population. This makes it distinct from the others, which are focused on maternal and child health.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 8731 | (d) Reluctance of medical professionals to serve in remote and tribal areas |
| 8732 | (a) Atmiya Sabha, Brahmo Samaj, Tattvabodhini Sabha, Prarthana Samaj |
| 8733 | (a) A-iv, B-ii, C-iii, D-i |
| 8734 | (c) Conducting minor surgical procedures at the village level |
| 8735 | (a) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct. |
| 8736 | (a) I, II, III and V |
| 8737 | (b) I, III, IV, and V |
| 8738 | (a) I only |
| 8739 | (a) Kota |
| 8740 | (a) National Blindness Control Programme |
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