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RAS PrelimsModern Indian History · Planning, Economic Reforms and Development
Q9381. Consider the following statements regarding the rationale for bank nationalisation in 1969: I. To direct credit flow to priority sectors such as agriculture and small scale industries. II. To prevent the concentration of economic power in the hands of a few industrial houses. III. To strictly comply with the conditionalities imposed by the International Monetary Fund. Which of the above statements are correct?
Explanation
Nationalisation in 1969 aimed to direct credit to priority sectors and prevent economic power from concentrating in a few industrial houses. It was not done to meet IMF conditions, so III is wrong.
RAS PrelimsModern Indian History · Planning, Economic Reforms and Development
Q9382. Which of the following was NOT a consequence of bank nationalisation in India up to 2000?
Explanation
Nationalisation expanded rural branches, raised household savings and led to the Lead Bank Scheme. It did not eliminate non-performing assets, so A is not a consequence.
RAS PrelimsModern Indian History · Planning, Economic Reforms and Development
Q9383. The abolition of the Privy Purses and privileges of the rulers of former Indian states was enacted through which Constitutional Amendment Act?
Explanation
The 26th Constitutional Amendment Act, passed in 1971, officially abolished the Privy Purses and the special privileges previously granted to the former rulers of princely states. This move was part of the government’s broader efforts to promote social equality and eliminate feudal remnants in the Indian democratic system. It reflected the commitment to a more egalitarian and socialist-oriented national policy.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Geography · Minerals of Rajasthan: Metallic and Non-Metallic
Q9384. Identify the odd one out concerning the major districts known for significant mica deposits and mica-brick manufacturing in Rajasthan:
Explanation
Bhilwara, Ajmer, and Tonk are well-known for their mica deposits, forming the principal mica-producing belt of Rajasthan. Bhilwara is especially famous for its mica-brick manufacturing industry. Jaisalmer, located in the western desert, is primarily known for limestone, gypsum, and hydrocarbons, but does not possess significant commercial mica deposits, making it the odd one out in this context.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Geography · Minerals of Rajasthan: Metallic and Non-Metallic
Q9385. Consider the following statements regarding Granite distribution in Rajasthan: I. Granite is an intrusive igneous rock widely distributed across multiple districts of Rajasthan. II. Jalore is famously recognized as the ‘Granite City’ of Rajasthan. III. The granite industry in Rajasthan is exclusively limited to the production of black granite. IV. Granite mining involves modern mechanized wire-saw techniques to extract large blocks. V. Barmer and Sirohi are also notable districts for diverse granite deposits. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Granite is an intrusive igneous rock found in various colors across Rajasthan, including pink, red, and black. Jalore is known as the ‘Granite City’ due to its massive production capacity. Modern techniques like wire-sawing are used for extraction in Barmer and Sirohi. The industry is diverse and not limited exclusively to black granite, making the third statement incorrect.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Geography · Minerals of Rajasthan: Metallic and Non-Metallic
Q9386. Which of the following statements concerning Limestone deposits in Rajasthan is correct?
Explanation
The Sanu area in Jaisalmer is famous for producing high-grade steel melting shop (SMS) limestone, which is essential for the steel industry. Limestone is actually abundant in several western districts, and it is a non-metallic sedimentary rock, not a metallic ore. Rajasthan is a leading producer of limestone, supplying both its domestic cement industry and other states.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Geography · Minerals of Rajasthan: Metallic and Non-Metallic
Q9387. The Jamsar mine, historically recognized as one of the largest deposits of its kind in India, is famous for the extraction of which mineral?
Explanation
The Jamsar mine in Bikaner district is historically one of the largest and most significant gypsum deposits in India. It has been a major source of gypsum for decades, supporting the agricultural sector for soil reclamation and the construction industry for manufacturing plaster and cement. The geological formations in the Bikaner basin facilitate the occurrence of these extensive deposits.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Geography · Minerals of Rajasthan: Metallic and Non-Metallic
Q9388. What is the primary environmental cause-and-effect relationship associated with unscientific and illegal mining operations in the Aravalli hills?
Explanation
Unscientific and illegal mining in the Aravalli hills has led to severe environmental degradation. The removal of vegetation and topsoil causes massive deforestation and loss of biodiversity. Furthermore, these operations disrupt natural drainage patterns and increase soil erosion. This ecological damage threatens the hills’ role as a natural barrier against desertification and affects the overall environmental stability of regions.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Geography · Minerals of Rajasthan: Metallic and Non-Metallic
Q9389. Match the items in List I with those in List II and select the correct answer using the options provided:
Grade of Limestone
Prominent Region/District
A. Steel Grade (SMS)
i. Sanu (Jaisalmer)
B. Chemical Grade
ii. Gotan (Nagaur)
C. Cement Grade
iii. Nimbahera (Chittorgarh)
D. Yellow Limestone (Decorative)
iv. Jaisalmer City region
Explanation
Sanu in Jaisalmer is the primary source for high-grade steel melting shop (SMS) limestone. Gotan in Nagaur is famous for high-purity chemical-grade limestone used in various industrial processes. Nimbahera in Chittorgarh is a major center for cement-grade limestone. The Jaisalmer city region is known for its beautiful yellow decorative limestone, frequently used in local and historical architecture.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Geography · Minerals of Rajasthan: Metallic and Non-Metallic
Q9390. What is the most appropriate central focus of the Rajasthan Mineral Policy concerning the socioeconomic conditions of mine workers?
Explanation
A central focus of the Rajasthan Mineral Policy is the welfare of mine workers, particularly ensuring their occupational health and safety. The policy emphasizes mitigating the risks of respiratory diseases like silicosis, which is common in stone carving and mining. It aims to improve working conditions and provide medical support, recognizing the socioeconomic importance of the mining labor force.
Answer key for these questions
Q
Correct answer
9381
(a) I and II only
9382
(a) Complete elimination of non-performing assets (NPAs) in the banking sector
9383
(d) 26th Amendment Act, 1971
9384
(b) Jaisalmer
9385
(b) I, II, IV and V only
9386
(d) Sanu area in Jaisalmer is renowned for producing high-grade steel melting shop (SMS) limestone
9387
(a) Gypsum
9388
(b) It causes severe deforestation, biodiversity loss, and disruption of natural drainage
9389
(a) A-i, B-ii, C-iii, D-iv
9390
(c) Ensuring occupational health and safety while mitigating diseases like silicosis for workers
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