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RPSC RAS Prelims Mock Test - 6 - Question 1
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How many land reforms were added in the Ninth Schedule by 78 th Amendment?

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The correct answer is Option C ,i.e 27 .
land reforms were added in the Ninth Schedule by 78 th Amendment.

  • Ninth Schedule is related to land reforms and  the abolition of the zamindari system.
  • The laws under the Ninth Schedule are beyond the  purview of judicial review .
  • The 78 th  Constitutional Amendment act was added in the Ninth schedule in 1995.
  • The Ninth Schedule added 27 land reform laws and 284 acts to the Central and State list.
RPSC RAS Prelims Mock Test - 6 - Question 2
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Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding 'First Law commission' during British rule?

1. It was headed by Lord Hastings.

2. It aimed at codifying Indian laws.

3. Indian Penal code was drafted upon the recommendations of the commission.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

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The correct answer is 2 and 3 only.

Key Points

  • In 1833, the Government appointed a Law Commission (The first law commission) headed by Lord Macaulay to codify Indian laws.
    • It eventually resulted in the Indian Penal Code, the Western-derived Codes of Civil and Criminal Procedure and other codes of laws.
    • Hence statement 1 is not correct and statement 2 is correct.
  • The Indian Penal Code (IPC) is the official criminal code of India .
    • It is a comprehensive code intended to cover all substantive aspects of criminal law.
      • The code was drafted in 1860 on the recommendations of the law commission of 1834 under the Charter Act of 1833.
      • Hence statement 3 is correct. 
  • The same laws now prevailed all over the country and they were enforced by a uniform system of courts.
    • Thus it may be said that India was judicially unified.

Additional Information

  • Gandhi’s Eleven Demands
    • To carry forward the mandate given by the Lahore Congress, Gandhi presented eleven demands to the Government & gave an ultimatum of January 31, 1930, to accept or reject these demands.
      • Reduce expenditure on Army and civil services by 50 per cent.
      • Introduce total prohibition.
      • Carry out reforms in the Criminal Investigation Department (CID).
      • Change Arms Act allowing popular control of the issue of the firearms licence
      • Release political prisoners.
      • Accept Postal Reservation Bill.
      • Reduce rupee-sterling exchange ratio
      • Introduce textile protection.
      • Reserve coastal shipping for Indians.
      • Reduce land revenue by 50 per cent.
      • Abolish salt tax and government’s salt monopoly.
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RPSC RAS Prelims Mock Test - 6 - Question 3
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The temples of Khajuraho were built by the rulers of which of the following dynasties?

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The correct answer is Chandel.
Key Points

  • Khajuraho Temple:
    • It was built between 950-1050 AD by the Chandela Dynasty.
    • The monuments include Hindu and Jain temples.
    • The temple site is situated within the Vindhya Mountain range .
    • These Temples got the status of UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites in 1986 .
    • The temples are famous for their Nagara-style architectural symbolism.
    • The Khajuraho group of monuments was built during the rule of the Chandela dynasty.

Additional Information

  • Vaghela Dynasty:
    • The Vaghela Dynasty in Gujarat is one of the most ancient dynasties in the history of Gujarat.
    • The Vaghela Dynasty was concentrated in the town of Dholka.
    • The Vaghela came into existence under the umbrella of the Solanki Dynasty.
    • The Solankis ruled Gujarat in the early phase of medieval history that is the 10th to 13th Century.
    • Vaghela was a Kshatriya name is one of the four Varnas in Hinduism.
    • It comprises the military and noble order of the traditional Vedic-Hindu social system as outlined by the Vedas and the Laws of Manu.
  • Parmar Dynasty:
    • The Paramara dynasty was an Indian dynasty that ruled Malwa and surrounding areas in west-central India between the 9th and 14th centuries.
    • The medieval bardic literature classifies them among the Agnivanshi Rajput dynasties.
    • The dynasty was established in either 9th or 10th century.
    • The earliest extant Paramara inscriptions, issued by the 10th-century ruler Siyaka, have been found in Gujarat and suggest that he was a vassal of the Rashtrakutas of Manyakheta.
  • Bundela Dynasty:
    • The Bundelas are a Rajput clan of central India , the families belonging to this clan ruled several small states in the Bundelkhand region from the 16th century.
    • Bundelkhand is a hilly region of central India divided between the states of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh , with the larger portion lying in the MP.
    • Jhansi is the largest city in Bundelkhand and is a major cultural, educational, transport, and economic hub.
    • The Bundela architecture has Mughal influence since the two dynasties were very close.
    • The famous King of the Bundela dynasty Veer Singh Dev was a close friend of Mughal emperor Jahangir and fought wars as Akbar’s aid.
RPSC RAS Prelims Mock Test - 6 - Question 4
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The idea of the office of the Attorney - General in Indian constitution taken from which country?
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The correct answer is Britain.

Key Points
  • Various features of the Indian Constitution are borrowed from almost every constitution of the world.
  • The Constitution of India has several salient features that distinguish it from the Constitutions of the other countries.
  • Other features borrowed from the British Constitution are
    • Parliamentary government,
    • Rule of Law,
    • Legislative procedure,
    • Single citizenship,
    • Cabinet system,
    • Prerogative writ,
    • Parliamentary privileges and bicameralism.

Important Points

  • The Attorney General (AG) of India is the highest law officer in the country.
  • He is a part of the Union Executive. 
  • Article 76 of the Constitution provides for the office of AG of India.
  • He advises the Government of India (GoI) upon such legal matters, which are referred to her/him by the President.
  • He also performs such other duties of a legal character that are assigned to her/him by the President.
RPSC RAS Prelims Mock Test - 6 - Question 5
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The first meeting of the Legislative Council was held on:

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The correct answer is 29 July 1937.

  • The first meeting of the Legislative Council was held on 29 July 1937.

Key Points

  • The Uttar Pradesh Vidhan Parishad came into existence by the Government of India Act of 1935.
  • The term of a member of the Council was six years with one-third of its members retiring after every three years. 
  • Sir Sitaram and Begum Aijaz Rasul were elected the President and the Vice-President of the Legislative Council respectively.
  • After the independence and adoption of the constitution on 26 January 1950, Chandra Bhal was re-elected the Chairman of the Legislative Council and served until 5 May 1958.
  • Uttar Pradesh is one of the six states in India , where the state legislature is bicameral, comprising two houses: the Vidhan Sabha (Legislative Assembly) and the Vidhan Parishad (Legislative Council).
  • The Vidhan Parishad is a permanent House, consisting of 100 members.
RPSC RAS Prelims Mock Test - 6 - Question 6
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Which part of the article 15 enabled the government to make special provisions for the advancement of backward classes including the Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs)?
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Article 15: This Article guarantees prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth by the State. It also ensures equality in educational opportunities in India.

  • Article 15(1) prohibits the State to discriminate against any citizen on grounds only of religion, race, caste,  sex , place of birth or any of them.
  • Article 15 (2) prohibits citizens on grounds only of religion, race, caste, sex, place of birth or any of them, be subject to any disability, liability, restriction or condition with regard to
    • access to shops, public restaurants, hotels and palaces of public entertainment;
    • or the use of wells, tanks, bathing ghats, roads and places of public resort maintained wholly or partly out of State funds or dedicated to the use of the general public
  • Article 15(3) empowered the state to make special provisions for the welfare of the women and children
  • ARTICLE 15 (4): It enabled the government to make special provisions for the advancement of backward classes including the Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs). It also ensures the reservation in educational institutes for the SCs and the STs. 
RPSC RAS Prelims Mock Test - 6 - Question 7
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Which of the following statements regarding the Guptas is not correct?
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Option C is incorrect.

  • Srigupta founded the Gupta Dynasty in the 3rd century AD.
    • All the power was concentrated with the king.
    • Kingship was hereditary.

Key Points

  • Administration :
    • The Gupta Empire was divided into provinces known as Deshas or B huktis.
      • They were administered by governors ( Uparikas ) (directly appointed by the king).
    • He appointed the head of the district administration & the district board.
    • The provinces were divided into districts ( Visayas ).
      • They were controlled by Vishyapatis. Hence, statement B is correct.
    • The administrative units below the district level were Vithi, Bhumi, Pathaka .
      • Ayuktakas & Vithi-mahattaras were appointed to look after them.
    • At the village level, gramika & gramadhyaksha were the chiefs.

  • Hence, statement A is correct.
  • Skandagupta's Girnar Inscription mentioned the breach at Sudarshana Lake in 455 AD & its repair within 2 months. Hence, statement D is correct.
  • The Allahabad Inscription: It mentioned an assembly or council known as the Sabha .
  • The Damodarpur Copper Plates: 
    • It mentioned Uparikas had high status & rank in the administrative machinery.
    • It mentioned the presence of an Ashtakula-Adhikarana (a board of eight members).
  • The Sanchi Inscription: It mentions the panchmandali, a corporate body. Hence, statement C is incorrect.
  • The Vayu Purana, Matasya Purana, Vishnu Purana & Bhagavata Purana give detailed accounts of the Gupta empire.
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Who was the chairman of the Union Power Committee of the Constituent Assembly of India?
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The correct answer is Jawaharlal Nehru.

Key Points

  • Jawaharlal Nehru was the chairman of the Union Power Committee of the Constituent Assembly of India.
  • An idea for a Constituent Assembly of India was proposed in 1934 by M. N. Roy.
  • The Constituent Assembly appointed a total of 22 committees to deal with different tasks of constitution-making.
  • The Assembly met for the first time in New Delhi on 9 December 1946, and its last session was held on 24 January 1950.

Additional Information

  • Important Committees of Constituent Assembly and their chairperson -
    • Union Constitution Committee - Jawaharlal Nehru
    • State Power Committee - Jawaharlal Nehru
    • Provincial Committee - Sardar Patel
    • Drafting Committee - BR Ambedkar
    • Minority Committee - Sardar Patel
    • Steering Committee - Rajendra Prasad. 
RPSC RAS Prelims Mock Test - 6 - Question 9
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Which international development agency has launched the ‘Rajasthan Development Impact Bond’?
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US Agency for International Development announced its first impact bond across the globe by launching ‘Rajasthan Development Impact Bond’.Mark Green, administrator of USAID stated that the aim of bond is to reduce the number of mother and baby deaths by improving the quality of maternal care in Rajasthan’s health infrastructure.`Utkrisht Impact Bond' is the world’s first health impact bond.
RPSC RAS Prelims Mock Test - 6 - Question 10
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Who is the author of the book ‘We Are Displaced: My Journey and Stories from Refugee Girls Around the World’?
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The correct answer is Malala Yousafzai.

  • Malala Yousafzai is the author of the book ‘We Are Displaced: My Journey and Stories from Refugee Girls Around the World’.

Key Points

  • The book is based on her life and how she got displaced from Pakistan.
  • She was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in  2014for her fight for the right of every child to receive an education.
RPSC RAS Prelims Mock Test - 6 - Question 11
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Match the following with respect to Freedom Fighter from Rajasthan and their contribution?
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The correct answer is 1-B, 2-A, 3-D, 4-C.
Key Points
The table below is correctly matched:

Important Points

  • Haribhau Upadhyaya:
    • Led Salt Satyagraha in Ajmer, went to Jail for 2 years.
    • Edited ‘Saraswati Patrika’ & ‘Odumber’.
    • Established Sasta Sahitya Mandal, Gandhi Ashram in 1917 & Mahila Shiksha Sadan in 1945.
  • Jamnalal Bajaj:
    • Financial assistance to Navjeevan, Rajasthan Kesari, Karmaveer, Tyagbhumi & Pratap newspapers.
    • Returned honour of ‘Rai Bahadur ‘ given by British .
    • Assisted in organization of Jaipur Prajamandal.
    • Worked closely with Gandhiji – Known as the fifth son of Gandhiji.
  • Balmukund Bissa:
    • Sale of Swadeshi Khadi Cloth .
    • 1934, took agency of Rajasthan Charkha Sangh & est. Khadi Bhandar .
    • Jailed in 1942 under Indian Security Act – died in the hunger strike.
  • Bhogi Lal Pandya:
    • Worked among tribals of Dungarpur – spread education & political awareness .
    • Established Dungarpur Prajamandal in 1944.
RPSC RAS Prelims Mock Test - 6 - Question 12
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The increasing amount of carbon dioxide in the air is slowly raising the temperature of the atmosphere, because it absorbs
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The correct answer is The infrared part of solar radiation.

Key Points

  • The increasing amount of carbon dioxide in the air is slowly raising the temperature of the atmosphere because it absorbs the infrared part of the solar radiation. Only water vapour has the ability to absorb both incoming UV and outgoing infrared radiation. Hence option D is correct .
  • Carbon dioxide strongly absorbs energy with a wavelength of 15 μm (micrometres).
    • This makes carbon dioxide a good absorber of wavelengths falling in the infrared radiation region of the spectrum .

Important Points

Greenhouse Gases

  • Water Vapour - It is the strongest greenhouse gas and its concentration of this gas is largely controlled by the temperature of the atmosphere.
  • Methane - It is 30 times stronger than CO 2 as an absorber of infrared radiation. It is however smaller in concentration than carbon dioxide.
  • Halocarbons  are composed of carbon, chlorine, fluorine, and hydrogen. They include chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), which are man-made gases commonly used in refrigerators and air conditioners.
RPSC RAS Prelims Mock Test - 6 - Question 13
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Which book of ancient India has the love story of the son of the founder of the Sunga dynasty?
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The correct answer is Malavikagnimitra.

Key Points
  • Malavikagnimitra :
    • It is the Sanskrit play written by Kalidasa in the 5 th -century CE.
    • It narrates the love story of King Agnimitra, the Shunga Emperor at Vidisha.
    • Agnimitra was the son of  Pushyamitra Shunga, the  founder of the Sunga dynasty.
    • Kalidasa is the most distinguished dramatist and he treated the rasa of love in all its possible manifestations.

Additional Information

  • Svapnavasavadattam
    • It is a Sanskrit play of six acts written by Bhasa.
  • Meghadoota
    • It is a Sanskrit poem by Kalidasa.
  • Ratnavali 
    • It is a Sanskrit drama about princess Ratnavali, and a king Udayana, written by Harshvardhana.
RPSC RAS Prelims Mock Test - 6 - Question 14
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With reference to the GST Council, consider the following statements.

1. The GST Council is chaired by the Governor of RBI.

2. It is considered as a federal body where both the centre and the states get due representation.

3. GST Council is the governing body of GST having 10 members.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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The correct answer is 2 only.

  • In News:
    • The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) recently decided to felicitate around 54,000 taxpayers to mark the competition of 4 years of Goods and Services Tax (GST).

Key Points

  • GST Council:
    • It is a constitutional body under Article 279A.
    • It makes recommendations to the Union and State Government on  Goods and Service Tax  issues and was introduced by the Constitution (One Hundred and First Amendment) Act, 2016.
    • The GST Council is chaired by the Union Finance Minister and other members are the Union State Minister of Revenue or Finance and Ministers in charge of Finance or Taxation of all the States.  Hence, statement 1 is not correct.
    • It is considered as a federal body where both the centre and the states get due representation. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
    • GST Council is the governing body of GST having 33 members, out of which 2 members are off centre and 31 members are from 28 state and 3 Union territories with legislation. Hence, statement 3 is not correct.
    • Every decision of the Goods and Services Tax Council shall be taken at a meeting by a majority of not less than three-fourths of the weighted votes of the members present and voting, in accordance with the following principles, namely.
    • The vote of the Central Government shall have a weightage of one-third of the total votes cast, and the votes of all the State Governments taken together shall have a weightage of two-thirds of the total votes cast, in that meeting.
RPSC RAS Prelims Mock Test - 6 - Question 15
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The largest producer of black pepper in India?
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The correct answer is Karnataka.

Key Points

  • Karnataka has dethroned Kerala as the leading producer of pepper.
  • Black pepper was first cultivated in Kerala (Malabar Coast of India then).
  • Black pepper is dried and used as a seasoning or spice.
  • It is also known by the name peppercorn.
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Which of the following country re-named its national stadium after late Janardan Singh Gehlot?
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The correct answer is Argentina.

  • The Argentina Kabaddi Association has issued a circular citing the renaming of its National Stadium in La Plata to "Gehlot Stadium", paying tribute to the late Jarnardan Singh Gehlot, the Godfather of Kabaddi.
    • The circular was issued by Argentine Kabaddi, which was signed by Aldo Roman and Ricardo Alberto, who are the Secretary and President of the Argentina Kabaddi Association respectively.
    • The letter also read that the contribution that Mr. Jarnardan Singh Gehlot made to Argentina Kabaddi by trusting and supporting to development of Kabaddi in Argentina.
Additional Information
  • Janardhan Singh Gehlot was an Indian sports administrator.
    • He was the founder president of the International Kabaddi Federation .
    • He was president of the Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India (AKFI) for 28 years.
    • In May 2013, he was made life president of AKFI.
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Which musical instrument can be associated with Pandit Vishwa Mohan Bhatt of Rajasthan?
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The correct answer is Mohanveena.

  • Mohanveena musical instrument is associated with Pandit Vishwa Mohan Bhatt of Rajasthan .

Key Points

  • Mohanveena 
    • A Mohan Veena is either of two distinct plucked string instruments used in Indian classical music.
    • It is associated with the northern parts of India.
    • The instrument was so named by musicologist Thakur Jaidev Singh, then the chief producer at All India Radio.

Additional Information

  • Pandit Vishwa Mohan Bhatt
    • Vishwa Mohan Bhatt is a Hindustani classical music instrumentalist.
    • He comes from Jaipur Rajasthan.
    • Bhatt won the Grammy Award in 1994.
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The maximum number of members who can be part of the municipality finance committee of Rajasthan is ________.
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The correct answer is 10.

Key Points

  • The maximum number of members that can be the finance committee of the municipality in Rajasthan is 10.

Additional Information

  • Article 243K Provides that in every State, institutions of Self-Government, called by the general name “ Municipalities” will be Constituted.
  • Such institutions will be of three types:
    • Nagar Panchayat , for a transitional area, i.e., an area that is being transformed from a rural area to an urban area.
    • Municipal Council for a Smaller Urban area.
    • Municipal Corporation for a larger urban area.
RPSC RAS Prelims Mock Test - 6 - Question 19
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Which one of following elements plays an important role in biological nitrogen fixation?
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Concept:

  • Nitrogen fixation is the chemical process by which atmospheric nitrogen is assimilated into organic compounds, especially by certain microorganisms as part of the nitrogen cycle. 
  • Atmospheric nitrogen is fixed by several methods like  biological N 2 fixation , Industrial N 2 fixation  &  Electrical N 2 fixation .
  • It is a necessary process, as the fixed nitrogen is used in the biosynthesis of several organic compounds like amino acids, proteins, nucleic acids, etc. 

Explanation:

Biological Nitrogen Fixation (BNF) - 

  • Atmospheric nitrogen cannot be absorbed directly by the plants so it is  first converted into stable compound ammonia (NH 3)  in the roots, with the help of symbiotic bacteria  this is called biological nitrogen fixation
  • N 2 → N 2H 2 → N 2H 4 → 2NH 3

        (nitrogen) (dimide) (hydrazine) (ammonia)

  • All biological nitrogen fixation is affected by enzymes called nitrogenases.
  • These enzymes contain Iron (Fe) , often with a second metal, usually, Molybdenum (Mo) or sometimes Vanadium (V).

Thus, Molybdenum ,Iron & Vanadium are theelements plays an important role in biological nitrogen fixation
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India will virtually launch RuPay Card phase-2 which will allow cardholders in which of the following country to access RuPay network in India?
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The correct answer is Bhutan.
In News - 

  • Prime Ministers of India and Bhutan will virtually launch RuPay Card phase-2 in Bhutan on 20th of this month.

Important Points

  • The two Prime Ministers had jointly launched phase-1 of the project during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Bhutan in August last year.
  • The implementation of phase-1 of RuPay cards in Bhutan has enabled Indian visitors in Bhutan to access ATMs and points of sale terminals across Bhutan. The phase-2 will now allow Bhutanese cardholders to access RuPay network in India.
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In which district of Rajasthan, Hall of Nuclear Power Gallery will be established?
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The correct answer is Jaipur.

  • The Hall of Nuclear Power Gallery will be established in Jaipur.

Key Points

  • The state government of Rajasthan will set up a 'Hall Nuclear Power Gallery' at the Regional Science Centre and Science Park, Jaipur.
    • Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has approved the establishment of Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited, in collaboration with Mumbai.
    • The estimated cost of setting up the gallery is around Rs 5.53 crore.
    • This gallery is being set up with an aim to improve people's attitude towards nuclear energy, its promotion, and public awareness.
    • The establishment will enlightened students with regard to nuclear power.
    • The gallery will also enhance general awareness about the widespread usage of nuclear energy today. 

Additional Information

  • Rajasthan Atomic Energy Center (RAPS): It is located at Rawatbhata in Rajasthan. RAPS was the first facility in India to operate pressurized heavy water reactors (PHWRs).
    • Last Updated: September 1, 2003
    • Location: Kota, Rajasthan, India
    • Subordinate: Department of Atomic Energy (DAE)
    • Size: Four Pressurized Heavy Water Reactors (PHWRs), one 100MWe, one 200MWe, and two 220MWe
    • Facility Status: Operational
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Directions: The question given below is followed by two arguments numbered I and II. You have to decide which of the argument is a strong argument and which is a weak argument.

Statement: Should coal engines be replaced by electric engines in trains?

Arguments:

I. Yes, coal engines cause a lot of pollution.

II. No, India does not produce enough electricity to fulfill even the domestic needs.
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I. Yes, coal engines cause a lot of pollution.
The argument states that coal engines cause a lot of pollution which is true and strong enough.
II. No, India does not produce enough electricity to fulfill even the domestic needs.
In India, we already have electric trains and government is working on this to increase electric trains. Hence, this argument is not strong.
Hence, option A  is the correct answer.

RPSC RAS Prelims Mock Test - 6 - Question 23
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How many projects are currently under implementation in Private Public Partnership (PPP) mode in Rajasthan?
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  • Considerable development has taken place in the road, energy, urban infrastructure, tourism and social sectors on Private Public Partnership (PPP) mode in Rajasthan.
  • 184 projects with an investment of ₹16,563.42 crores have been completed as on 31st December 2020.
  • 31 projects with an investment of ₹2,599.42 crores are currently under implementation.
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Which of the following statement is/are correct

1. Famous Meenakari Art of Jaipur started under the reign of Swai Jai Singh II.

2. Ustra art is performed on walls, ceilings, glass, wood, marble, and artefacts made of camel leather is from the Jodhpur district.
Detailed Solution for RPSC RAS Prelims Mock Test - 6 - Question 24

The correct answer is Neither 1 and 2.

Key Points
  • Famous Meenakari Art of Jaipur started under the reign of Man Singh I.
  • Hence Neither 1 nor 2 is correct.

Important Points

  • Meenakari:
    • Jaipur is famous worldwide for Meenakari on Jewellery.
    • Meenakari Art was imported from Lahore for the first time under the reign of Man Singh I (1589-1614) .
    • Nathdwara is also famous
    • Raitwali area of Kota – Meenakari is done on glass
    • Bikaner & Pratapgarh also has significant skills.
  • Ustra Art:
    • During the period of Mughal Emperor Akbar, a group of Usta artists came to Bikaner in the royal patronage of Maharaja Rai Singh to perform design work at the famous Junagarh fort of Bikaner. 
    • Usta art is the Naqqashi and Manoti art practised by Usta artisans from the Bikaner district in the northwest of the state of Rajasthan in northern India.
    • Usta art is a broad term which is the combination of many different forms of arts and techniques.
    • This form of this art is performed on walls, ceilings, glass, wood, marble, and artefacts made of camel leather also .
    • On all the mentioned surfaces very fine work is performed using best quality material. During its origin, all the forms of usta art other than paintings were generally seen on walls but during British period need was felt to perform the usta art on such a material which remains light and easy to carry, so the pots which were made of camel leather and were used to carry oil and fragrance in those times became best alternate for doing gold work on them.
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Who among the following inaugurated submarine Optical Fibre Cable (OFC) connectivity to Andaman & Nicobar Islands?
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The correct answer is Narendra Modi.

Key Points
  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and dedicated to the Nation submarine Optical Fibre Cable (OFC) connecting Chennai and Port Blair on 10th August 2020 through video conferencing. 
  • It will enable the connectivity and delivery of faster and more reliable mobile and landline telecom services to Andaman & Nicobar Islands, at par with other parts of India. 
RPSC RAS Prelims Mock Test - 6 - Question 26
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Which of the following schemes are covered under Green Revolution Krishonnati Yojana?

1. National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture

2. Integrated Scheme on Agricultural Cooperation

3. National Scheme on Welfare of Fishermen

4. National e-Governance Plan

5. National Food Security Mission

Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Detailed Solution for RPSC RAS Prelims Mock Test - 6 - Question 26

The correct answer is 1, 2, 4, and 5 only.

Key Points

  • Green Revolution Krishonnati Yojana:
    • It is an Umbrella Scheme in the agriculture sector that has been implemented since 2016-17 by clubbing several schemes/missions under one umbrella scheme. Schemes / Missions covered are:
    • The mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH)
    • National Food Security Mission. Hence, statement 5 is correct.
    • National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA). Hence, statement 1 is correct.
    • Sub-Mission on Agriculture Extension (SMAE)
    • Sub-Mission on Seeds and Planting Material (SMSP)
    • Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanisation (SMAM)
    • Sub Mission on Plant Protection and Plan Quarantine (SMPPQ)
    • Integrated Scheme on Agricultural Cooperation (ISAC). Hence, statement 2 is correct.
    • National e-Governance Plan (NeGP-A) .  Hence, statement 4 is correct.
    • Integrated Scheme on Agricultural Marketing (ISAM)
    • Integrated Scheme on Agriculture Census, Economics, and Statistics (ISACES)
  • Blue revolution:
    • The Blue Revolution, launched by the central government, focuses on creating an enabling environment for integrated and holistic development and management of fisheries for the socio-economic development of the fishers and fish farmers.
    • The scheme has the following components :
      • National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB) and its activities.
      • Development of Inland Fisheries and Aquaculture.
      • Development of Marine Fisheries, Infrastructure, and Post-Harvest Operations.
      • Strengthening of Database & Geographical Information System of the Fisheries Sector.
      • Institutional Arrangement for Fisheries Sector.
      • Monitoring, Control, and Surveillance (MCS) and other need-based Interventions.
      • National Scheme on Welfare of Fishermen.  Hence, statement 3 is incorrect.
RPSC RAS Prelims Mock Test - 6 - Question 27
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With reference to the monetary policy of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), consider the following statements:

1. The Statutory Liquidity Ratio is the ratio of the total deposits of a bank that is to be maintained by the bank with itself in cash or non-cash form.

2. The higher the Cash Reserve Ratio the more is the amount of money available to banks for lending and investing.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Detailed Solution for RPSC RAS Prelims Mock Test - 6 - Question 27

The correct answer is 1 only.

Key Points
  • The statutory liquidity ratio (SLR) is the ratio (fixed by the RBI) of the total deposits of a bank which is to be maintained by the bank with itself in cash or non-cash form. ( cash, gold or other securities)  Hence, Statement 1 is correct.
  • The Cash Reserve Ratio is the amount of money kept by banks with RBI. Thus, when the RBI decides to increase the Cash Reserve Ratio, the amount of money that is available with the banks reduces. This is the RBI’s way of controlling the excess flow of money in the economy. Thus , the higher the Cash Reserve Ratio, the lesser is the amount of money available to banks for lending and investing. Hence, Statement 2 is incorrect. 

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  • The cash reserve ratio (CRR) is the ratio (fixed by the RBI) of the total deposits of a bank in India which is kept with the RBI in the form of cash.
  • If the CRR is raised, banks will have lesser money to lend. RBI uses CRR to absorb excess liquidity or to release funds needed for economic growth.
RPSC RAS Prelims Mock Test - 6 - Question 28
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What is the main role of the Governor as mentioned in the Indian Constitution?
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The Governor is defined as the constitutional head of the state under Articles 153 to 162 of the Indian Constitution.
He acts on the advice of the council of ministers, playing a dual role: as the state's constitutional head and a vital link between the Union and State Governments.
RPSC RAS Prelims Mock Test - 6 - Question 29
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Which organization did Haribhau Kisanrao Bagde belong to before being appointed as the Governor of Rajasthan?
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Haribhau Kisanrao Bagde was a veteran leader of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), a Hindu nationalist volunteer organization founded in 1925.
RPSC RAS Prelims Mock Test - 6 - Question 30
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What is the primary focus of the Sajjangarh Biological Park’s lion safari project?
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The lion safari project, with a budget of ₹3.45 crores, is designed to attract tourists to Sajjangarh Biological Park.
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