Q9001. Which of the following accurately describes the central goal of the Mukhyamantri Jal Swavlamban Abhiyan?
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Q9002. Consider the following statements about Bal Gangadhar Tilak:
I. He was an orthodox Hindu who opposed the Age of Consent Bill.
II. He started the practice of using traditional religious festivals to propagate nationalist ideas among the masses.
III. He firmly believed in the moderate methods of prayer and petition to achieve political goals.
IV. He was the first nationalist leader to face imprisonment multiple times for his writings in the press.
V. He presided over the Surat Session of the Indian National Congress in 1907.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
I. He was an orthodox Hindu who opposed the Age of Consent Bill.
II. He started the practice of using traditional religious festivals to propagate nationalist ideas among the masses.
III. He firmly believed in the moderate methods of prayer and petition to achieve political goals.
IV. He was the first nationalist leader to face imprisonment multiple times for his writings in the press.
V. He presided over the Surat Session of the Indian National Congress in 1907.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
Explanation
Tilak opposed the Age of Consent Bill, used religious festivals to reach the masses and was jailed several times for his writings. He did not believe in prayer and petition, so III is wrong. He was a leading figure at the Surat session but did not preside over it, so V is wrong.
Q9003. Which of the following statements correctly describes the fertility profile of the alluvial soils in eastern Rajasthan?
Explanation
The alluvial soils found in eastern Rajasthan possess a distinct fertility profile. They are naturally rich in essential minerals like potash and lime, which are beneficial for plant growth.
Q9004. Consider the following schemes. Which of the following sequences best represents a logical progression of targeted state welfare schemes from infancy/childhood to higher education for girls?
Explanation
The state offers a logical chain of support that begins at birth and extends through a child’s educational journey and into adulthood. Financial incentives for health and education start early, followed by merit-based awards during high school years to encourage academic excellence. Finally, programs for young adults offer opportunities to engage in governance and community development, fostering lifelong empowerment.
Q9005. Given below are two statements, one labeled as
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): Bal Gangadhar Tilak utilized traditional festivals like Ganapati and Shivaji to mobilize the masses.
Reason (R): Tilak wanted to restrict the nationalist movement strictly to the upper-caste elites and avoid mass participation. 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): Bal Gangadhar Tilak utilized traditional festivals like Ganapati and Shivaji to mobilize the masses.
Reason (R): Tilak wanted to restrict the nationalist movement strictly to the upper-caste elites and avoid mass participation. In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?
Explanation
Tilak used the Ganapati and Shivaji festivals to mobilise the masses, so the assertion is true. He wanted mass participation and not an elite movement, so the reason is false.
Q9006. Consider the following characteristics of soils:
I. Formed by fluvial deposition over thousands of years.
II. Capable of supporting intensive agriculture with proper irrigation.
III. Highly acidic in reaction with pH typically below 5.5.
Which combination is correct for the alluvial soils of eastern Rajasthan?
I. Formed by fluvial deposition over thousands of years.
II. Capable of supporting intensive agriculture with proper irrigation.
III. Highly acidic in reaction with pH typically below 5.5.
Which combination is correct for the alluvial soils of eastern Rajasthan?
Explanation
Alluvial soils in the eastern plains are formed through fluvial deposition over thousands of years, making them highly productive for agriculture. They respond well to intensive farming when supported by irrigation. Unlike acidic soils, these alluvial deposits are generally neutral to slightly alkaline in reaction, providing a favorable environment for the cultivation of a wide variety of food and commercial crops.
Q9007. Identify the incorrect statement concerning the Indira Gandhi Shahri Credit Card Yojana.
Explanation
This scheme is designed to provide interest-free loans to street vendors and the urban poor to help them rebuild their livelihoods. It specifically aims to protect small businesses from high-interest private lenders by offering accessible credit without the need for collateral. This support is crucial for financial inclusion in urban areas, enabling small-scale entrepreneurs to sustain their operations.
Q9008. Who among the following British authors characterized Bal Gangadhar Tilak as the "Father of Indian Unrest"?
Explanation
The British journalist Valentine Chirol called Tilak the Father of Indian Unrest.
Q9009. Read the following statements regarding the Mukhyamantri Digital Seva Yojana:
I. It is designed to bridge the digital divide.
II. It provides a free smartphone device to beneficiaries.
III. The primary beneficiaries of this scheme are women heads of families.
IV. It includes a specific period of free internet connectivity.
V. It is exclusively applicable to male students in government colleges.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. It is designed to bridge the digital divide.
II. It provides a free smartphone device to beneficiaries.
III. The primary beneficiaries of this scheme are women heads of families.
IV. It includes a specific period of free internet connectivity.
V. It is exclusively applicable to male students in government colleges.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
This digital inclusion program provides smartphones with free internet connectivity to women who are the heads of their families. By bridging the digital divide, it empowers women to access e-governance services, educational resources, and online information. The initiative recognizes that digital literacy is essential in the modern era and facilitates the socio-economic advancement of women through improved connectivity.
Q9010. Which of the following methods was NOT a core component of Bal Gangadhar Tilak’s political strategy for achieving Swaraj?
Explanation
Tilak’s strategy included boycott of foreign goods, national education and passive resistance. Subservience to the Crown’s economic policies was the opposite of his approach, so C is not part of it.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 9001 | (b) Water conservation to make villages self- reliant |
| 9002 | (b) III and V only |
| 9003 | (a) Rich in potash and lime but deficient in nitrogen and phosphorus |
| 9004 | (d) Mukhyamantri Rajshri Yojana Gargi Puraskar Rajasthan Yuva Vikas Prerak |
| 9005 | (c) A is true but R is false. |
| 9006 | (a) I and II only |
| 9007 | (c) It requires applicants to pledge agricultural land as collateral. |
| 9008 | (d) Valentine Chirol |
| 9009 | (b) I, II, III and IV only |
| 9010 | (c) Subservience to the Crown’s economic and fiscal policies |
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