Q9371. Identify the correctly matched pair regarding non-metallic minerals and their major deposit area in Rajasthan:
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Q9372. The world-famous white marble used in the construction of the Taj Mahal and the Victoria Memorial was primarily sourced from which of the following mining locations in Rajasthan?
Explanation
The white marble of the Taj Mahal and the Victoria Memorial came from Makrana in the Nagaur district of Rajasthan.
Q9373. Which of the following is the most appropriate reason for the continuous emphasis on mineral beneficiation in Rajasthan’s mining sector?
Explanation
Beneficiation upgrades low-grade ores to the standards industry needs. It is emphasised because high-grade ores are depleting.
Q9374. Consider the following prominent mineral mining centres of Rajasthan and arrange them from North to South geographically:
I. Khetri (Jhunjhunu)
II. Rampura-Agucha (Bhilwara)
III. Zawar (Udaipur)
IV. Rajpura-Dariba (Rajsamand)
Which of the following represents the correct sequence?
I. Khetri (Jhunjhunu)
II. Rampura-Agucha (Bhilwara)
III. Zawar (Udaipur)
IV. Rajpura-Dariba (Rajsamand)
Which of the following represents the correct sequence?
Explanation
From north to south the centres are Khetri in Jhunjhunu, Rampura-Agucha in Bhilwara, Rajpura-Dariba in Rajsamand and Zawar in Udaipur.
Q9375. Read the given statements and select the correct answer from the options provided:
Statement I: Bhilwara and Ajmer are the principal mica-producing districts in Rajasthan.
Statement II: Mica from Rajasthan is primarily utilized in the electrical and electronics industry due to its excellent insulating properties.
Statement I: Bhilwara and Ajmer are the principal mica-producing districts in Rajasthan.
Statement II: Mica from Rajasthan is primarily utilized in the electrical and electronics industry due to its excellent insulating properties.
Explanation
Bhilwara and Ajmer are the leading districts for mica production in Rajasthan, often referred to as the mica belt. Mica is highly valued for its excellent insulating properties and high thermal resistance. These characteristics make it an indispensable material in the electrical and electronics industry, where it is used to manufacture capacitors, insulators, and other specialized components.
Q9376. The red sandstone heavily utilized in the construction of historically and politically significant monuments like the Red Fort and the Parliament House of India is predominantly extracted from which districts of Rajasthan?
Explanation
The red and pink sandstone used in historic buildings like the Red Fort and the Parliament House is primarily extracted from Dholpur and Bharatpur districts. This sedimentary rock is prized for its uniform texture, durability, and ease of carving. Rajasthan’s sandstone industry provides essential building materials for national monuments, showcasing the state’s significant contribution to India’s architectural heritage.
Q9377. Who among the following is widely recognized as the "Father of the White Revolution" in India?
Explanation
Verghese Kurien is known as the Father of the White Revolution, which was carried out through Operation Flood.
Q9378. Identify the correct pair regarding the White Revolution:
Explanation
NDDB stands for National Dairy Development Board. AMUL stands for Anand Milk Union Limited and Operation Flood was not financed entirely by the World Bank.
Q9379. In July 1969, how many major commercial banks were nationalised by the Government of India through an ordinance?
Explanation
In July 1969, 14 major commercial banks were nationalised by an ordinance.
Q9380. Match the financial milestones in List I with their corresponding years in List II.
| Financial Milestones | Years |
|---|---|
| A. Establishment of Reserve Bank of India | i. 1955 |
| B. Nationalisation of Imperial Bank of India (to form SBI) | ii. 1969 |
| C. First major wave of Bank Nationalisation | iii. 1980 |
| D. Second wave of Bank Nationalisation (6 banks) | iv. 1935 |
Explanation
The Reserve Bank of India was set up in 1935, the Imperial Bank became the State Bank of India in 1955, the first bank nationalisation was in 1969 and the second in 1980. This gives A-iv, B-i, C-ii, D-iii.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 9371 | (a) Rock Phosphate -- Jhamarkotra |
| 9372 | (b) Makrana |
| 9373 | (b) To scientifically upgrade low-grade mineral ores to industrial standards |
| 9374 | (a) I, II, IV, III |
| 9375 | (a) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct |
| 9376 | (d) Dholpur and Bharatpur |
| 9377 | (c) V. Kurien |
| 9378 | (b) NDDB - National Dairy Development Board |
| 9379 | (d) 14 |
| 9380 | (a) A-iv, B-i, C-ii, D-iii |
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