Q8841. In which year was the Chinkara officially declared as the State Animal (wildlife category) of Rajasthan?
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Q8842. Consider the following challenges related to health infrastructure in Rajasthan:
I. Geographic vastness and low population density in desert districts making access difficult.
II. High absenteeism of medical staff in remote tribal areas.
III. Inadequate supply of generic medicines at the district level.
IV. Over-reliance on traditional practitioners in certain rural pockets due to lack of facilities.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. Geographic vastness and low population density in desert districts making access difficult.
II. High absenteeism of medical staff in remote tribal areas.
III. Inadequate supply of generic medicines at the district level.
IV. Over-reliance on traditional practitioners in certain rural pockets due to lack of facilities.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Rajasthan’s health infrastructure faces several challenges, including its vast geography and low population density in desert areas, which makes healthcare access difficult. Absenteeism of staff in remote regions and a reliance on traditional practitioners in some rural areas also pose hurdles. However, the state has a robust system for the supply of generic medicines through its centralized procurement corporation.
Q8843. Consider the following statements regarding the Poona Pact of 1932:
I. It was signed between B.R. Ambedkar and Mahatma Gandhi.
II. It provided separate electorates for the Depressed Classes.
III. It abandoned the idea of separate electorates in favor of reserved seats in the provincial legislatures.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. It was signed between B.R. Ambedkar and Mahatma Gandhi.
II. It provided separate electorates for the Depressed Classes.
III. It abandoned the idea of separate electorates in favor of reserved seats in the provincial legislatures.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The Poona Pact was a crucial agreement between Mahatma Gandhi and B.R. Ambedkar. It was signed to resolve the impasse created by the Communal Award. The Pact resulted in the abandonment of the demand for separate electorates for the Depressed Classes in exchange for an increased number of reserved seats within the general provincial and central legislatures during the colonial period.
Q8844. Which of the following categories does NOT have constitutionally mandated reservation of seats in the Panchayati Raj Institutions of Rajasthan as per Article 243D?
Explanation
Article 243D of the Constitution specifically mandates the reservation of seats in Panchayati Raj Institutions for certain groups. This includes members of the Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and women from all categories. While states have the discretion to provide reservation for Other Backward Classes, there is currently no constitutional mandate for reservation specifically for the Economically Weaker Sections in these bodies.
Q8845. Match the items in List I with those in List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below:
| Fauna | Distinctive Trait/Habitat characteristic |
|---|---|
| A. Chinkara | i. Heavy flying bird of arid grasslands |
| B. Great Indian Bustard | ii. Apex predator of deciduous ecosystems |
| C. Tiger | iii. Migratory bird relying on wetlands |
| D. Siberian Crane | iv. Small antelope adapted to low water intake |
Explanation
Each of Rajasthan’s key fauna species has unique ecological adaptations. The Chinkara is a small antelope requiring very little water. The Great Indian Bustard is a heavy bird adapted to open arid grasslands. Tigers are the apex predators in deciduous forest ecosystems like Ranthambore. The Siberian crane was a famous migratory bird that depended on the wetland habitats of Bharatpur.
Q8846. What was the profound effect of B.R. Ambedkar burning the Manusmriti during the Mahad Satyagraha?
Explanation
The burning of the Manusmriti by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar during the Mahad Satyagraha was a powerful symbolic act. It represented a radical and total rejection of the traditional legal and religious codes that sanctioned social inequality and the practice of untouchability. This event signaled that the movement for Dalit rights would no longer seek reform within the orthodox framework.
Q8847. Consider the following statements about the State Finance Commission (SFC) in Rajasthan:
Statement I: The primary mandate of the SFC is to review the financial position of the Panchayats and Municipalities.
Statement II: The recommendations of the SFC are binding on the State Government.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement I: The primary mandate of the SFC is to review the financial position of the Panchayats and Municipalities.
Statement II: The recommendations of the SFC are binding on the State Government.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation
The State Finance Commission is tasked with assessing the financial health of local government bodies. Its main role is to recommend how state revenues should be shared with Panchayats and Municipalities. While its reports are highly influential and are presented to the state legislature, its recommendations are technically advisory in nature and are not legally binding on the state government at any point.
Q8848. Which of the following statements is correct regarding life expectancy in Rajasthan?
Explanation
Life expectancy at birth in the state has shown a steady increase over several decades, primarily due to successful interventions in maternal and child health. These include improved immunization, better nutrition, and higher rates of institutional delivery, which reduce mortality at younger ages. Contrary to some assumptions, female life expectancy in many regions is now higher than male life expectancy.
Q8849. Which of the following represents the correct chronological sequence of movements/events led by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar?
Explanation
The Mahad Satyagraha occurred in 1927, followed by the Kalaram Temple Entry Movement in 1930. The Poona Pact was signed in 1932 after the Communal Award. Much later, towards the end of his life in 1956, Ambedkar led a mass conversion to Buddhism. This sequence tracks his evolution from civil rights activism to political negotiations and final religious transition.
Q8850. The State Election Commissioner of Rajasthan is appointed by the Governor under which Article of the Constitution of India?
Explanation
The appointment and powers of the State Election Commissioner are governed by specific constitutional provisions. In India, Article 243K outlines the framework for elections to the Panchayats. Under this article, the Governor is empowered to appoint the State Election Commissioner. This official is responsible for the superintendence, direction, and control of the preparation of electoral rolls for all local body elections.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 8841 | (b) 1981 |
| 8842 | (a) I, II, and IV |
| 8843 | (c) I and III only |
| 8844 | (a) Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) |
| 8845 | (a) A-iv, B-i, C-ii, D-iii |
| 8846 | (c) It symbolized a radical rejection of orthodox scriptures that provided a basis for untouchability. |
| 8847 | (a) Statement I only |
| 8848 | (c) Maternal and child health interventions raising life expectancy |
| 8849 | (a) Mahad Satyagraha, Kalaram Temple Entry Movement, Poona Pact, Conversion to Buddhism |
| 8850 | (d) Article 243K |
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