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RAS PrelimsModern Indian History · Gandhian Era: Mass Movements and Major Events
Q9181. Consider the following political developments following the withdrawal of the Non- Cooperation Movement: Statement I: The Swaraj Party was formed by leaders who wanted to contest council elections and disrupt the working of the British legislative councils from within. Statement II: These leaders, known as the ‘No- Changers’, included prominent figures like C.R. Das and Motilal Nehru. Which of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Explanation
The Swaraj Party was formed to contest council elections and disrupt the councils from within, so Statement I is correct. Its leaders, Das and Motilal Nehru, were the Pro-Changers, not the No-Changers, so Statement II is incorrect.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Geography · Agriculture in Rajasthan
Q9182. Consider the following statements and select the correct option: Statement I: The Pink Bollworm is a major threat to cotton cultivation in northern Rajasthan. Statement II: The adoption of Bt Cotton has permanently eradicated all pest issues in the state.
Explanation
The Pink Bollworm remains a major biological threat to cotton farming in northern Rajasthan, causing significant damage to the bolls. While Bt Cotton was introduced to resist certain pests, it has not permanently eradicated all issues, as pests can develop resistance over time and other non-target pests may emerge. Constant monitoring and integrated pest management are still required for successful cultivation.
RAS PrelimsModern Indian History · Gandhian Era: Mass Movements and Major Events
Q9183. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below:
British Commission/Committee
Primary Purpose/Issue Addressed
A. Hunter Commission (1919)
i. Investigating the working of Dyarchy established by the 1919 Act
B. Muddiman Committee (1924)
ii. Inquiring into the Jallianwala Bagh massacre
C. Simon Commission (1927)
iii. Examining the relationship between the Paramount Power and the Princely States
D. Butler Committee (1927)
iv. Reviewing the constitutional framework for further reforms in India
Codes:
Explanation
The Hunter Commission looked into Jallianwala Bagh, the Muddiman Committee at Dyarchy, the Simon Commission at further constitutional reform and the Butler Committee at the relations between the Paramount Power and the princely states. This gives A-ii, B-i, C-iv, D-iii.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Geography · Agriculture in Rajasthan
Q9184. The following question consists of two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Select the correct answer using the codes given below: Assertion (A): Sri Ganganagar and Hanumangarh are the leading districts in cotton production in Rajasthan. Reason (R): These districts are characterized by the availability of assured canal irrigation networks and fertile alluvial soils.
Explanation
Sri Ganganagar and Hanumangarh lead Rajasthan in cotton production because they possess the two most critical requirements: fertile alluvial soil and an assured supply of canal irrigation. The dry climate of the north is also conducive to cotton growth provided water is available. This synergy between infrastructure and natural resources explains the regional concentration of the state’s fiber production.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Geography · Agriculture in Rajasthan
Q9185. Which of the following soil types is generally considered least suitable for commercial cotton cultivation in Rajasthan?
Explanation
Cotton requires deep, fertile soils with good moisture-retention capabilities to support its extensive root system and heavy nutrient needs. Extremely shallow, gravelly desert soils are the least suitable as they lack sufficient depth and nutrients. In contrast, medium black soil and alluvial soils are excellent for cotton because they provide the necessary physical and chemical environment for high-quality fiber production.
RAS PrelimsModern Indian History · Gandhian Era: Mass Movements and Major Events
Q9186. Which of the following was NOT an integral component of Mahatma Gandhi’s ‘Constructive Programme’ launched alongside mass movements?
Explanation
The Constructive Programme included khadi, Hindu-Muslim unity and removal of untouchability. Rapid heavy industrialisation was not a part of it, so B is the exception.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Geography · Agriculture in Rajasthan
Q9187. Sugarcane cultivation in Rajasthan is predominantly localized in which of the following pairs of districts?
Explanation
Sugarcane cultivation in Rajasthan is primarily concentrated in districts like Chittorgarh and Bundi. These areas have relatively better water availability and suitable soil conditions compared to the western desert. While sugarcane is grown in small pockets elsewhere, these districts provide the necessary environment for this water-intensive and long-duration crop, which is often linked to local sugar mill operations.
RAS PrelimsModern Indian History · Gandhian Era: Mass Movements and Major Events
Q9188. Consider the following statements regarding the participation of various social groups in the Non-Cooperation Movement: I. Women actively participated in large numbers, often picketing liquor shops and foreign cloth stores. II. Students left government-controlled educational institutions to join newly established national schools and colleges. III. The Indian business class completely opposed the movement from the beginning due to the fear of financial loss. IV. Peasants in various regions linked their local agrarian grievances with the national struggle for Swaraj. Which of the above statements are correct?
Explanation
In the Non-Cooperation Movement women picketed liquor and cloth shops, students left government institutions and peasants linked local grievances to Swaraj. The business class did not oppose it fully, so III is wrong.
RAS PrelimsModern Indian History · Gandhian Era: Mass Movements and Major Events
Q9189. The following question consists of two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R). Examine these two statements carefully and select the correct answer using the codes given below: Assertion (A): The Cabinet Mission Plan (1946) explicitly rejected the Muslim League’s demand for a separate, sovereign state of Pakistan. Reason (R): The Mission concluded that a separate Pakistan would not solve the communal minority problem and would be administratively and economically unviable.
Explanation
The Cabinet Mission of 1946 rejected the demand for a sovereign Pakistan, as it concluded that Pakistan would not solve the minority problem and would be unworkable. R explains A.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Geography · Agriculture in Rajasthan
Q9190. Which of the following pairs of Sugar Mills and their respective locations in Rajasthan is correctly matched?
Explanation
The Mewar Sugar Mills is located at Bhopal Sagar in the Chittorgarh district and was the first sugar mill established in Rajasthan. Other matches are incorrect; for example, the Rajasthan State Ganganagar Sugar Mills is located in Sri Ganganagar, and Keshoraipatan Sahakari Sugar Mills is in Bundi. These mills were historically important for processing the sugarcane grown in their command areas.
Answer key for these questions
Q
Correct answer
9181
(c) Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
9182
(b) Statement I is correct, but Statement II is incorrect.
9183
(a) A-ii, B-i, C-iv, D-iii
9184
(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
9185
(b) Extremely shallow, gravelly desert soil
9186
(b) Promotion of rapid heavy industrialization
9187
(b) Chittorgarh and Bundi
9188
(b) I, II and IV
9189
(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
9190
(c) The Mewar Sugar Mills - Bhopal Sagar (Chittorgarh)
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