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I. Bikaner
II. Jaisalmer
III. Churu
IV. Hanumangarh
V. Udaipur
Which of the above districts benefit directly from the Indira Gandhi Canal Project network?
Explanation
The Indira Gandhi Canal network is a massive infrastructure project benefiting several arid districts. Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Churu, and Hanumangarh receive significant water for irrigation and drinking. However, Udaipur is located in the hilly southern part of the state and falls outside the command area of this canal system, relying instead on local rivers and different southern irrigation projects.I. It was constituted in November 1946 under the scheme formulated by the Cabinet Mission Plan.
II. Members of the Constituent Assembly were directly elected by the people on the basis of universal adult franchise.
III. The representatives of the princely states were to be nominated by the heads of the princely states.
IV. Dr. Sachchidananda Sinha was elected as the temporary President of the Assembly.
V. After partition, the membership of the Constituent Assembly was reduced to 299.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The Constituent Assembly was established in 1946 under the Cabinet Mission Plan. Its members were indirectly elected by provincial assemblies, while princely states nominated their own representatives. Dr. Sachchidananda Sinha served as the initial temporary president. Following the partition of India, the total membership was adjusted to 299. These members were responsible for drafting the sovereign nation’s foundational legal framework.Explanation
The Kanwar Sen Lift Canal is recognized as the longest among the lift canals of the Indira Gandhi Canal Project. It was formerly known as the Bikaner-Lunkaransar Lift Canal. This engineering marvel was named after the visionary engineer who first conceived the idea of bringing Himalayan waters to the Rajasthan desert, playing a pivotal role in the entire project’s technical development.Explanation
The Objectives Resolution, moved by Jawaharlal Nehru and adopted by the Constituent Assembly in January 1947, defined the guiding principles of the new nation. It outlined the commitment to sovereignty, democracy, and social justice, serving as the philosophical foundation for the Constitution. This resolution later evolved into the Preamble, reflecting the collective aspirations of the Indian people for their future.Explanation
The Indira Gandhi Canal project was designed to stretch deep into the western desert. While the main canal concludes earlier, the extended distribution network, including the Sagarmal Gopa branch, reaches its final operational destination at Gadra Road in the Barmer district. This expansion ensures that even the most remote border areas benefit from the life-giving waters of this massive system.Explanation
The Constitution of India was formally adopted and enacted by the Constituent Assembly on 26 November 1949. This significant date is now celebrated annually as Constitution Day in India. While the full document came into force on 26 January 1950 to mark Republic Day, many provisions regarding citizenship and elections were implemented immediately upon its adoption in late 1949.Explanation
The lift canals of the Indira Gandhi Canal are arranged geographically to serve different latitudes.Explanation
The Drafting Committee of the Constituent Assembly consisted of seven members, including Alladi Krishnaswami Ayyar, K.M. Munshi, and N. Gopalaswami Ayyangar, led by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. Dr. Rajendra Prasad, however, was the President of the Constituent Assembly and did not serve as a member of this specific committee. His role involved presiding over the entire assembly’s debates and administrative functions.Explanation
The Gang Canal is celebrated as the oldest modern canal irrigation system in Rajasthan. Built in the early 20th century, it served as a precursor to larger subsequent projects like the Indira Gandhi Canal. It demonstrated the feasibility of transforming desert lands through large-scale engineering, setting a historical precedent for water management and agricultural development in the arid princely states.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 9321 | (a) Article 370 |
| 9322 | (a) I, II, III and IV |
| 9323 | (b) I, III, IV, and V only |
| 9324 | (b) Kanwar Sen Lift Canal |
| 9325 | (b) The philosophical foundation and guiding principles of the Indian Constitution |
| 9326 | (b) Gadra Road |
| 9327 | (b) 26 November 1949 |
| 9328 | (a) Chaudhary Kumbharam - Kanwar Sen - Panna Lal Barupal - Dr. Karni Singh |
| 9329 | (c) Rajendra Prasad |
| 9330 | (c) Gang Canal |
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