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RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Measurement of Development: HDI and Related Indices
Q881. Consider the following statements regarding the Gender Inequality Index: I. It highlights the loss in potential human development due to disparity between female and male achievements. II. Empowerment is measured by the proportion of parliamentary seats occupied by females. III. Empowerment is also measured by the proportion of adult females and males aged 25 years and older with at least some secondary education. IV. The labor market dimension is measured by the wage gap between men and women. V. It was introduced in 2010 to replace older gender inequality measures. Which of the above combinations of statements is incorrect?
Explanation
This index measures the loss in development due to gender disparities in health, empowerment, and economic activity. Empowerment includes both parliamentary representation and secondary education levels. However, the economic dimension is assessed through labor force participation rates rather than the specific wage gap. This tool was introduced in 2010 to provide a more sophisticated understanding of how gender inequality hinders progress.
RAS PrelimsScience and Technology · Computers, Information and Communication Technology
Q882. A computer executing multiple programs simultaneously by rapidly switching the CPU among them is demonstrating which concept?
Explanation
Multitasking is the ability of an operating system to execute multiple tasks or programs seemingly at the same time. This is achieved through rapid context switching, where the CPU allocates small time slices to different processes in quick succession. This technique allows users to perform various activities, such as browsing the web while listening to music, without perceiving any significant delays.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Sources of Rajasthan History
Q883. Consider the following statements regarding literary sources: Statement I: ‘Hammir Mahakavya’ was written by Nayanchandra Suri. Statement II: It provides a detailed account of the Chauhans of Ranthambore and their struggle against Alauddin Khalji. Which of the following is correct?
Explanation
Nayanchandra Suri authored the Hammir Mahakavya, a significant Sanskrit text detailing the history of the Chauhans of Ranthambore. The work focuses on the reign of Rana Hammir and his heroic resistance against the Delhi Sultan Alauddin Khalji. It provides valuable insights into the social values, military strategies, and the ultimate sacrifice of the Chauhan warriors during the medieval period.
RAS PrelimsAncient Indian History · Vedic Age
Q884. In Later Vedic administration, the "Ratnins" were:
Explanation
In the Later Vedic period, the administrative structure became more complex with the appointment of high-ranking officials known as Ratnins, or jewel-bearers. These individuals included members of the royal family, priests, and military leaders who assisted the king in governance and ritual ceremonies. Their involvement in the royal consecration highlights their political importance and the growing sophistication of the state.
RAS PrelimsIndian Polity and Governance · Fundamental Rights
Q885. Identify the correctly matched pair regarding reservations and their constitutional basis:
Explanation
Article 16(4A) allows reservation in promotions with consequential seniority for SCs and STs. EWS reservation comes from Articles 15(6) and 16(6), and Article 15(4) covers socially and educationally backward classes, so the other pairs are wrong.
RAS PrelimsWorld Geography · Major Rivers and Lakes of the World
Q886. Match List-I (Siberian River) with List-II (Associated Feature/Region) and select the correct option:
Siberian River
Associated Feature/Region
A. Ob
i. Empties into the Laptev Sea
B. Yenisei
ii. Forms the Gulf of Ob before entering the Kara Sea
C. Lena
iii. Drains into the Caspian Sea
D. Volga
iv. Originates in Mongolia and flows through Central Siberia
Explanation
Siberian and Russian rivers are defined by their specific drainage basins. The Ob River forms the extensive Gulf of Ob before entering the Kara Sea. The Yenisei originates in Mongolia and flows through Central Siberia. The Lena River empties into the Laptev Sea in the far north. The Volga, though in European Russia, flows south into the Caspian Sea.
RAS PrelimsIndian Economy · Measurement of Development: HDI and Related Indices
Q887. Match the items in List I with those in List II:
Index
Specific Indicator Used
A. Human Development Index
i. Adolescent birth rate
B. Gender Inequality Index
ii. Ratio of female to male HDI
C. Multidimensional Poverty Index
iii. Gross National Income per capita
D. Gender Development Index
iv. Cooking fuel deprivation Options:
Explanation
Various indices use specific indicators to assess different aspects of development. The standard human development measure utilizes national income per capita, while the gender inequality metric includes adolescent birth rates. Poverty is assessed multidimensionally by looking at household deprivations like cooking fuel. Additionally, the gender development index compares the relative achievements of women and men by taking the ratio of their scores.
RAS PrelimsScience and Technology · Computers, Information and Communication Technology
Q888. The Android operating system, predominantly used in mobile devices, is technically based on which core?
Explanation
The Android operating system is built upon a modified version of the Linux kernel, which provides the core services required for hardware management, memory allocation, and process execution. By utilizing the proven stability and security of the Linux architecture, Android provides a robust foundation for millions of mobile applications. This open-source base has facilitated the widespread adoption of Android across hardware.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan History, Art and Culture · Sources of Rajasthan History
Q889. Which famous Sanskrit text, authored by Jiva Dhar, throws light on the socio-economic conditions of early medieval Rajasthan and is primarily a work on metrics and grammar?
Explanation
The text Kuvalayamala is a vital source for early medieval socio-economic history, but it was authored by Udyotana Suri, not Jiva Dhar. Literary works like Vamsh Bhaskar and Amar Kavya have different authors and subjects. Therefore, none of the listed options correctly attribute a text to Jiva Dhar that matches the specific description of a work on metrics and grammar.
RAS PrelimsAncient Indian History · Vedic Age
Q890. Match List-I with List-II regarding Vedic sacrifices and their purposes:
Vedic Sacrifices
Their Purpose
A. Rajasuya
i. Chariot race to establish the king’s supremacy over his kinsmen
B. Ashvamedha
ii. Royal consecration ceremony conferring supreme power
C. Vajapeya
iii. Horse sacrifice to assert unquestioned territorial sovereignty
D. Agnishtoma
iv. Sacrifice dedicated to Agni involving the drinking of Soma
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Explanation
Later Vedic kings performed elaborate sacrifices to legitimize and enhance their power. The Rajasuya was a consecration ceremony, while the Ashvamedha involved a horse sacrifice to assert territorial sovereignty. The Vajapeya featured a chariot race to demonstrate the king’s physical prowess and superiority. Lastly, the Agnishtoma was a soma sacrifice dedicated to Agni, serving both spiritual and ritual functions for the community.
Answer key for these questions
Q
Correct answer
881
(c) IV only
882
(a) Multitasking
883
(a) Both Statement I and Statement II are true.
884
(c) High state officials and dignitaries who assisted the king
885
(b) Reservation in promotions with consequential seniority - Article 16(4A)
886
(c) A-ii, B-iv, C-i, D-iii
887
(a) A-iii, B-i, C-iv, D-ii
888
(c) Linux Kernel
889
(d) None of the above (as Kuvalayamala was authored by Udyotana Suri)
890
(d) A-ii, B-iii, C-i, D-iv
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