Q9281. Where was Mahatma Gandhi on August 15, 1947, trying to quell communal violence rather than participating in the independence celebrations in Delhi?
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Q9282. Select the correct chronological order of the following events related to the final phase of India’s partition:
A. Announcement of the Mountbatten Plan
B. Arrival of Lord Mountbatten as Viceroy
C. Passage of the Indian Independence Act in the British Parliament
D. Publication of the Radcliffe Line Award
A. Announcement of the Mountbatten Plan
B. Arrival of Lord Mountbatten as Viceroy
C. Passage of the Indian Independence Act in the British Parliament
D. Publication of the Radcliffe Line Award
Explanation
The final steps toward independence began with the arrival of Lord Mountbatten as Viceroy in early 1947. He soon announced his plan for partition in June, which was followed by the British Parliament passing the Indian Independence Act in July. The process concluded with the publication of the Radcliffe Line Award in August, which defined the borders for the two new nations.
Q9283. Which of the following statements correctly highlights the significance of the Tilwara livestock fair?
Explanation
The Tilwara livestock fair is a major event held on the banks of the Luni river in the Barmer district. It is organized in honor of the folk deity Mallinath ji and serves as a massive marketplace for trading Tharparkar cattle, camels, and horses. This fair is one of the oldest in the state and reflects the deep-rooted cultural heritage of western Rajasthan.
Q9284. Which of the following communities was NOT geographically bisected by the Radcliffe Line, leading to massive displacement on both sides?
Explanation
The Radcliffe Line was drawn to divide India and Pakistan based on religious majorities, directly bisecting the homes of several communities. Millions of Sikhs, Punjabi Muslims, and Bengali Hindus found themselves on the wrong side of new borders, leading to mass migration. However, the Parsi community, being smaller and more concentrated, was not subject to such geographic bisection.
Q9285. The following question consists of two statements -- Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Answer the question by selecting the appropriate option.
Assertion (A): The Government of Rajasthan launched Mobile Veterinary Units across various districts.
Reason (R): The primary aim is to provide emergency veterinary services and artificial insemination at the doorstep of livestock owners in remote areas.
Assertion (A): The Government of Rajasthan launched Mobile Veterinary Units across various districts.
Reason (R): The primary aim is to provide emergency veterinary services and artificial insemination at the doorstep of livestock owners in remote areas.
Explanation
Mobile Veterinary Units were introduced to overcome the geographical barriers of providing healthcare to animals in remote villages. By bringing veterinary services, including emergency treatment and artificial insemination, directly to the farmer’s doorstep, the government aims to improve livestock health and productivity. This initiative is particularly beneficial in vast desert areas where access to permanent veterinary clinics is often limited.
Q9286. Which of the following pairs regarding revolutionary ideologies/publications is incorrectly matched?
Explanation
Indian revolutionary history is filled with influential writings and journals.
Q9287. Read the following statements about animal husbandry’s economic impact:
Statement I: Livestock acts as an economic insurance mechanism for farmers during periods of crop failure.
Statement II: Animal husbandry is completely immune to the effects of monsoon failures and fodder availability.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Statement I: Livestock acts as an economic insurance mechanism for farmers during periods of crop failure.
Statement II: Animal husbandry is completely immune to the effects of monsoon failures and fodder availability.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Livestock acts as a critical insurance mechanism, providing income when crops fail due to environmental stress. However, Statement II is incorrect because animal husbandry is not completely immune to monsoon failures. Poor rains lead to severe fodder and water shortages, which directly impact livestock health and productivity. Thus, while livestock is more resilient than crops, it still depends on seasonal weather.
Q9288. Which of the following statements correctly describes Chandrashekhar Azad’s role after the Kakori conspiracy?
Explanation
After the Kakori conspiracy, most revolutionaries were arrested, but Chandrashekhar Azad managed to evade the British police. He took on the responsibility of reorganizing the remnants of the Hindustan Republican Association into the Hindustan Socialist Republican Association. Azad remained a committed underground leader, coordinating various revolutionary activities until his final standoff with the police in Allahabad in 1931.
Q9289. Which cattle breed of Rajasthan is specifically highly prized across northern India for producing powerful and fast bullocks ideal for agricultural and carting operations?
Explanation
The Nagori cattle breed is famous across northern India for producing exceptionally strong and agile bullocks. These animals are highly prized for their endurance and speed, making them the preferred choice for both ploughing agricultural fields and pulling carts over long distances. Their distinct white color and powerful physical build have made them a staple of Rajasthan’s livestock fairs and rural economy.
Q9290. Consider the following statements about the Bengal revolutionaries:
I. The Anushilan Samiti functioned primarily as a network of fitness clubs disguised to promote revolutionary activities.
II. Surya Sen led the famous Chittagong Armoury Raid in 1930.
III. Bengal revolutionaries strictly excluded women from active participation in armed actions.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
I. The Anushilan Samiti functioned primarily as a network of fitness clubs disguised to promote revolutionary activities.
II. Surya Sen led the famous Chittagong Armoury Raid in 1930.
III. Bengal revolutionaries strictly excluded women from active participation in armed actions.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
Explanation
Bengal’s revolutionary movement was highly organized, with the Anushilan Samiti using fitness clubs as a front for militant training. Figures like Surya Sen carried out bold actions like the Chittagong Armoury Raid. It is a misconception that women were excluded from these activities; in fact, activists like Pritilata Waddedar and Kalpana Datta played active and courageous roles in the struggle.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 9281 | (a) Calcutta |
| 9282 | (a) B, A, C, D |
| 9283 | (c) It is held on the banks of the Luni river in Barmer and is associated with Mallinath ji |
| 9284 | (d) The Parsis |
| 9285 | (a) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A). |
| 9286 | (c) The Indian Sociologist - Vasudev Balwant Phadke |
| 9287 | (c) Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect |
| 9288 | (b) He successfully evaded capture and reorganized the scattered revolutionaries under the HSRA. |
| 9289 | (b) Nagori |
| 9290 | (d) III only |
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