Q981. Which type of network is specifically designed to cover a large geographic area, such as a country or continent?
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Q982. Consider the following statements regarding ‘Veli Krisan Rukmani Ri’:
I. It was composed by Prithviraj Rathore of Bikaner.
II. It was written in the northern Marwari dialect (Dingal).
III. L. P. Tessitori praised its literary merit immensely.
IV. It details the military campaigns of Rao Jodha.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. It was composed by Prithviraj Rathore of Bikaner.
II. It was written in the northern Marwari dialect (Dingal).
III. L. P. Tessitori praised its literary merit immensely.
IV. It details the military campaigns of Rao Jodha.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Veli Krisan Rukmani Ri is a classic of Dingal literature composed by Prithviraj Rathore of Bikaner. The work was highly praised by the Italian scholar L. P. Tessitori for its literary excellence. While it is a masterpiece of northern Marwari dialect, it is primarily a devotional and poetic work centered on the mythological marriage of Krishna and Rukmani, rather than Rao Jodha’s campaigns.
Q983. The characteristic pottery of the early Aryans in the Sapta Sindhu region before they moved into the Gangetic valley is most commonly debated, but the Later Vedic phase is firmly associated with:
Explanation
The Later Vedic phase is consistently associated with the Painted Grey Ware archaeological culture. This distinctive pottery is found in the heartland of Later Vedic civilization, the Ganga- Yamuna Doab. The presence of PGW at various sites provides a physical record of the lifestyle, technology, and settlement patterns of the people during this transformative period in ancient Indian history and culture.
Q984. Which of the following statements regarding Article 28 (freedom as to attendance at religious instruction) is incorrect?
Explanation
Under Article 28, no religious instruction may be given in institutions wholly maintained by the State, and a person in a recognised institution cannot be forced to attend religious instruction. So the statement that students can be compelled to attend it is incorrect.
Q985. Consider the following statements about the Dead Sea:
I. It is situated in the Jordan Rift Valley.
II. Its surface and shores are at the lowest land elevation on Earth.
III. It supports a diverse range of marine fish and coral reefs.
IV. Its extreme salinity makes it highly buoyant for swimmers.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. It is situated in the Jordan Rift Valley.
II. Its surface and shores are at the lowest land elevation on Earth.
III. It supports a diverse range of marine fish and coral reefs.
IV. Its extreme salinity makes it highly buoyant for swimmers.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The Dead Sea is a unique hypersaline lake located in the Jordan Rift Valley. It sits at the lowest land elevation on Earth. Due to its extreme salinity, the water is exceptionally dense, allowing people to float effortlessly on its surface. However, this high salt concentration makes the environment inhospitable for most forms of marine life, including fish and corals.
Q986. Which of the following is NOT one of the four component indicators of the Global Hunger Index?
Explanation
To assess hunger, four specific components are measured: undernourishment in the general population, and three indicators focused on children under five. These child-focused measures are stunting, wasting, and mortality. While maternal health is vital for child outcomes, maternal undernutrition is not one of the four direct indicators used to calculate the composite hunger score in this specific annual global report.
Q987. Consider the following statements regarding network topologies:
I. Star topology relies on a central hub or switch.
II. Bus topology uses a single central backbone cable.
III. Ring topology connects each device to exactly one other device in a line.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. Star topology relies on a central hub or switch.
II. Bus topology uses a single central backbone cable.
III. Ring topology connects each device to exactly one other device in a line.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Network topologies describe the physical or logical arrangement of connected devices. Star topology utilizes a central hub to manage communication, while bus topology features a single backbone cable shared by all nodes. Ring topology, however, connects devices in a closed loop where each device is linked to exactly two others. Understanding these configurations is vital for designing efficient and reliable network architectures.
Q988. Which of the following ancient coins discovered in Rajasthan are considered the oldest numismatic evidence in the region, generally bearing only symbols and no written legends?
Explanation
Punch-marked coins, known as Ahat mudrayen, represent the oldest numismatic evidence in Rajasthan. These coins are characterized by symbols like the sun, mountains, and animals being punched onto the metal surface, usually silver or copper. They do not contain written legends or dates, reflecting a very early stage of monetary development associated with the Mahajanapada and Mauryan periods in Indian history.
Q989. Arrange the following categories of Vedic literature in their correct chronological order of composition:
I. Brahmanas
II. Upanishads
III. Samhitas
IV. Aranyakas
Select the correct order from the options below:
I. Brahmanas
II. Upanishads
III. Samhitas
IV. Aranyakas
Select the correct order from the options below:
Explanation
Vedic literature developed over several centuries in a specific sequence. It began with the Samhitas, which include the four Vedas. These were followed by the Brahmanas, which provide prose explanations of rituals. Subsequently, the Aranyakas were composed, focusing on mystical interpretations. Finally, the Upanishads appeared, representing the culmination of Vedic thought with their deep philosophical inquiries into the nature of reality.
Q990. If a citizen’s fundamental right under Article 19 is violated by a private individual without any state backing, what is the immediate effect regarding constitutional remedies?
Explanation
Fundamental Rights, including those under Article 19, are primarily protections against State action. If a private individual violates another person’s rights without any State involvement, the constitutional remedy under Article 32 is not typically available. In such cases, the aggrieved person must seek remedies under ordinary civil or criminal laws rather than filing a writ petition for a fundamental rights violation.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 981 | (c) Wide Area Network (WAN) |
| 982 | (a) I, II, and III |
| 983 | (d) Painted Grey Ware |
| 984 | (d) In educational institutions recognized by the State, students can be compelled to attend religious instruction. |
| 985 | (b) I, II, and IV only |
| 986 | (d) Maternal undernutrition |
| 987 | (a) I and II only |
| 988 | (c) Punch-marked coins (Ahat mudrayen). |
| 989 | (a) III, I, IV, II |
| 990 | (c) The citizen cannot invoke Article 32 as fundamental rights are generally enforced against the State. |
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