Q8761. Ramakrishna Paramahamsa primarily emphasized which of the following paths to realize God?
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Q8762. Which of the following represents the correct sequential dates of significant milestones in the establishment of Panchayati Raj in Rajasthan?
Explanation
The establishment of Panchayati Raj followed a specific legislative and experimental timeline. The process began with the Balwantrai Mehta Report in 1957. Rajasthan then passed the Panchayat Samitis Act in 1959 to create the legal framework. Finally, the system was formally inaugurated in Nagaur on 2 October 1959, marking the practical implementation of these historic and democratic reforms.
Q8763. Which is the most appropriate description of Swami Vivekananda’s ‘Neo-Vedanta’?
Explanation
Vivekananda’s Neo-Vedanta joined Vedantic spirituality with social service and humanism, taking religion to serve people.
Q8764. Match List I (Key terms in Rajasthan Panchayati Raj) with List II (Associated Tier/Body):
Choose the correct option:
| Key terms in Rajasthan Panchayati Raj | Associated Tier/Body |
|---|---|
| A. Sarpanch | i. Zila Parishad |
| B. Pradhan | ii. Panchayat Samiti |
| C. Pramukh | iii. Gram Panchayat |
| D. Ward Sabha | iv. Ward level of a Gram Panchayat |
Explanation
Rajasthan’s Panchayati Raj system uses specific titles for its leaders at different levels. The Sarpanch heads the Gram Panchayat at the village level. The Pradhan is the elected leader of the Panchayat Samiti at the block level. The Zila Pramukh leads the Zila Parishad at the district level. Additionally, Ward Sabhas operate at the smallest unit of local governance.
Q8765. In the context of Indian national awakening, consider the following statements, where one is labeled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): Swami Vivekananda laid great stress on national awakening and the physical strength of the youth.
Reason (R): He believed that a weak and hungry nation could not understand spirituality or uplift itself.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
Assertion (A): Swami Vivekananda laid great stress on national awakening and the physical strength of the youth.
Reason (R): He believed that a weak and hungry nation could not understand spirituality or uplift itself.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
Explanation
Vivekananda stressed national awakening and the strength of youth, because he believed a weak and hungry nation could not grasp spirituality or rise. R explains A.
Q8766. Under the three-tier structure of Panchayati Raj in Rajasthan, which tier is structurally designated to act as the primary link between the grassroots level and the district level?
Explanation
The three-tier system is designed for seamless vertical coordination. The Panchayat Samiti, operating at the development block level, acts as the primary structural link. It bridges the gap between the grassroots Gram Panchayats and the district-level Zila Parishad. This intermediary role is crucial for consolidating rural development plans and ensuring that resources are distributed effectively across the entire block.
Q8767. Identify the incorrect statement regarding Swami Vivekananda.
Explanation
Vivekananda spoke at the Parliament of the World’s Religions in 1893, founded the Ramakrishna Mission in 1897 and attacked untouchability. He did not want to keep Western science apart from Eastern spirituality, so A is incorrect.
Q8768. Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding the powers of the Gram Sabha in Rajasthan?
Explanation
The Gram Sabha functions as a deliberative body at the village level.
Q8769. Given below are two statements, one labelled as
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): In Rajasthan, a motion of no-confidence against a Sarpanch cannot be brought within the first two years of their assuming office.
Reason (R): This provision ensures a minimum period of administrative stability and prevents frivolous disruptions immediately after elections. In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): In Rajasthan, a motion of no-confidence against a Sarpanch cannot be brought within the first two years of their assuming office.
Reason (R): This provision ensures a minimum period of administrative stability and prevents frivolous disruptions immediately after elections. In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?
Explanation
Stability in local administration is essential for effective governance. Rajasthan’s laws specify that a no-confidence motion against a Sarpanch cannot be initiated during the first two years of their term. This protection prevents frequent and frivolous political disruptions. It allows the elected head sufficient time to implement development programs and stabilize the administration without the constant threat of immediate removal.
Q8770. Match List-I (Book/Publication) with List- II (Author/Reformer) and select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Codes:
| Book/Publication | Author/Reformer |
|---|---|
| A. Satyarth Prakash | i. Swami Vivekananda |
| B. Gulamgiri | ii. Dayananda Saraswati |
| C. Annihilation of Caste | iii. B.R. Ambedkar |
| D. Karma Yoga | iv. Jyotirao Phule |
Explanation
Swami Dayananda Saraswati authored Satyarth Prakash, which outlines the principles of the Arya Samaj. Jyotirao Phule wrote Gulamgiri to criticize the caste system. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s Annihilation of Caste remains a seminal text on social reform. Swami Vivekananda’s Karma Yoga explains the path of spiritual realization through selfless action and service to humanity in the modern Indian world.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 8761 | (d) Spiritual devotion, universalism, and the inherent unity of all major religious truths. |
| 8762 | (a) Submission of Balwantrai Mehta Report (1957) Enactment of Rajasthan Panchayat Samitis Act (1959) Nagaur Experiment (Oct 1959) |
| 8763 | (a) It combined the spiritual teachings of Vedanta with practical social service and humanism. |
| 8764 | (a) A-iii, B-ii, C-i, D-iv |
| 8765 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 8766 | (c) Panchayat Samiti |
| 8767 | (a) He advocated for the strict segregation of Western scientific materialism from Eastern spiritualism. |
| 8768 | (a) It has the power to directly pass legislation on subjects listed in the State List. |
| 8769 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 8770 | (a) A-ii, B-iv, C-iii, D-i |
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