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Whom did Louis XVI get married?- a)Olympe de Gouges
- b)Marie Antoinette
- c)Marie de Medicis
- d)Nanine Vallain
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Whom did Louis XVI get married?
a)
Olympe de Gouges
b)
Marie Antoinette
c)
Marie de Medicis
d)
Nanine Vallain
 | Vivek Rana answered |
In 1774, Louis XVI of the Bourbon family of kings ascended the throne of France. He was 20 years old and married to the Austrian princess Marie Antoinette.
On the physical map of India, A and B are marked as two parallel ranges of central India. Identify it from the following options.
- a)Aravali Hills and Vindhya range
- b)Satpura range and Shiwaliks
- c)Vindhya Range and Satpura range
- d)Western Ghats and Eastern Ghats
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
On the physical map of India, A and B are marked as two parallel ranges of central India. Identify it from the following options.
a)
Aravali Hills and Vindhya range
b)
Satpura range and Shiwaliks
c)
Vindhya Range and Satpura range
d)
Western Ghats and Eastern Ghats
 | Swati Verma answered |
The Vindhyan range is bounded by the Satpura range on the south and the Aravalis on the northwest.
Question No. 47 to 52 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions:
India is one of the ancient civilisations in the world. It has achieved multifaceted socio-economic progress during the last five decades. It has moved forward displaying remarkable progress in the field of agriculture, industry, technology, and overall economic development. India has also contributed significantly to the making of world history. India is a vast country. Lying entirely in the Northern hemisphere the mainland extends between latitudes 8°4'N and 37°6'N and longitudes 68°7'E and 97°25'E. The Tropic of Cancer divides the country into almost two equal parts. To the southeast and southwest of the mainland, lie the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and the Lakshadweep Islands in the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea respectively. The southernmost point of the Indian Union was submerged under the seawater in 2004 during the Tsunami.Q. Find the relation between A and B in each group and fill in the blank accordingly.
A: Arabian Sea: Lakshadweep islands
B: Bay of Bengal: ________.- a)Majuli Island
- b)None of these
- c)Kavaratti islands
- d)Andaman and Nicobar islands
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Question No. 47 to 52 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions:
India is one of the ancient civilisations in the world. It has achieved multifaceted socio-economic progress during the last five decades. It has moved forward displaying remarkable progress in the field of agriculture, industry, technology, and overall economic development. India has also contributed significantly to the making of world history. India is a vast country. Lying entirely in the Northern hemisphere the mainland extends between latitudes 8°4'N and 37°6'N and longitudes 68°7'E and 97°25'E. The Tropic of Cancer divides the country into almost two equal parts. To the southeast and southwest of the mainland, lie the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and the Lakshadweep Islands in the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea respectively. The southernmost point of the Indian Union was submerged under the seawater in 2004 during the Tsunami.
India is one of the ancient civilisations in the world. It has achieved multifaceted socio-economic progress during the last five decades. It has moved forward displaying remarkable progress in the field of agriculture, industry, technology, and overall economic development. India has also contributed significantly to the making of world history. India is a vast country. Lying entirely in the Northern hemisphere the mainland extends between latitudes 8°4'N and 37°6'N and longitudes 68°7'E and 97°25'E. The Tropic of Cancer divides the country into almost two equal parts. To the southeast and southwest of the mainland, lie the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and the Lakshadweep Islands in the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea respectively. The southernmost point of the Indian Union was submerged under the seawater in 2004 during the Tsunami.
Q. Find the relation between A and B in each group and fill in the blank accordingly.
A: Arabian Sea: Lakshadweep islands
B: Bay of Bengal: ________.
A: Arabian Sea: Lakshadweep islands
B: Bay of Bengal: ________.
a)
Majuli Island
b)
None of these
c)
Kavaratti islands
d)
Andaman and Nicobar islands
 | Naina Sharma answered |
To the southeast and southwest of the mainland, lie the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and the Lakshadweep Islands in the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea respectively.
Question No. 53 to 58 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions:
Zimbabwe attained independence from White minority rule in 1980. Since then the country has been ruled by ZANU-PF, the party that led the freedom struggle. Its leader, Robert Mugabe, ruled the country since independence. Elections were held regularly and always won by ZANU-PF. President Mugabe was popular but also used unfair practices in elections. Over the years his government changed the constitution several times to increase the powers of the President and make him less accountable.
Opposition party workers were harassed and their meetings disrupted. Public protests and demonstrations against the government were declared illegal. There was a law that limited the right to criticise the President. Television and radio were controlled by the government and gave only the ruling party’s version. There were independent newspapers but the government harassed those journalists who went against it. The government ignored some court judgments that went against it and pressurised judges. He was forced out of office in 2017. The example of Zimbabwe shows that popular approval of the rulers is necessary for a democracy, but it is not sufficient. Popular governments can be undemocratic. Popular leaders can be autocratic. If we wish to assess a democracy, it is important to look at the elections. But it is equally important to look before and after the elections. There should be sufficient room for normal political activity, including political opposition, in the period before elections. This requires that the state should respect some basic rights of the citizen. They should be free to think, to have opinions, to express these in public, to form associations, to protest and take other political actions. Everyone should be equal in the eyes of law. These rights must be protected by an independent judiciary whose orders are obeyed by everyone.Q. Assertion (A): The media was not independent in Zimbabwe.
Reason (R): Television and radio had freedom of the press and gave fair and equitable version.- a)Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
- b)Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
- c)A is true but R is false.
- d)A is false but R is true.
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Question No. 53 to 58 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions:
Zimbabwe attained independence from White minority rule in 1980. Since then the country has been ruled by ZANU-PF, the party that led the freedom struggle. Its leader, Robert Mugabe, ruled the country since independence. Elections were held regularly and always won by ZANU-PF. President Mugabe was popular but also used unfair practices in elections. Over the years his government changed the constitution several times to increase the powers of the President and make him less accountable.
Opposition party workers were harassed and their meetings disrupted. Public protests and demonstrations against the government were declared illegal. There was a law that limited the right to criticise the President. Television and radio were controlled by the government and gave only the ruling party’s version. There were independent newspapers but the government harassed those journalists who went against it. The government ignored some court judgments that went against it and pressurised judges. He was forced out of office in 2017. The example of Zimbabwe shows that popular approval of the rulers is necessary for a democracy, but it is not sufficient. Popular governments can be undemocratic. Popular leaders can be autocratic. If we wish to assess a democracy, it is important to look at the elections. But it is equally important to look before and after the elections. There should be sufficient room for normal political activity, including political opposition, in the period before elections. This requires that the state should respect some basic rights of the citizen. They should be free to think, to have opinions, to express these in public, to form associations, to protest and take other political actions. Everyone should be equal in the eyes of law. These rights must be protected by an independent judiciary whose orders are obeyed by everyone.
Zimbabwe attained independence from White minority rule in 1980. Since then the country has been ruled by ZANU-PF, the party that led the freedom struggle. Its leader, Robert Mugabe, ruled the country since independence. Elections were held regularly and always won by ZANU-PF. President Mugabe was popular but also used unfair practices in elections. Over the years his government changed the constitution several times to increase the powers of the President and make him less accountable.
Opposition party workers were harassed and their meetings disrupted. Public protests and demonstrations against the government were declared illegal. There was a law that limited the right to criticise the President. Television and radio were controlled by the government and gave only the ruling party’s version. There were independent newspapers but the government harassed those journalists who went against it. The government ignored some court judgments that went against it and pressurised judges. He was forced out of office in 2017. The example of Zimbabwe shows that popular approval of the rulers is necessary for a democracy, but it is not sufficient. Popular governments can be undemocratic. Popular leaders can be autocratic. If we wish to assess a democracy, it is important to look at the elections. But it is equally important to look before and after the elections. There should be sufficient room for normal political activity, including political opposition, in the period before elections. This requires that the state should respect some basic rights of the citizen. They should be free to think, to have opinions, to express these in public, to form associations, to protest and take other political actions. Everyone should be equal in the eyes of law. These rights must be protected by an independent judiciary whose orders are obeyed by everyone.
Q. Assertion (A): The media was not independent in Zimbabwe.
Reason (R): Television and radio had freedom of the press and gave fair and equitable version.
Reason (R): Television and radio had freedom of the press and gave fair and equitable version.
a)
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
b)
Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
c)
A is true but R is false.
d)
A is false but R is true.
 | Madhurima Nair answered |
Explanation:
Assertion (A): The media was not independent in Zimbabwe.
- The assertion is true. The text mentions that television and radio were controlled by the government and only provided the ruling party's version. Independent newspapers faced harassment from the government, indicating a lack of media independence.
Reason (R): Television and radio had freedom of the press and gave fair and equitable version.
- The reason is false. The text clearly states that the media in Zimbabwe, including television and radio, were not independent and did not provide a fair and equitable version of events. They were controlled by the government, which restricted freedom of the press.
Therefore, option 'C' is the correct answer as assertion (A) is true (lack of media independence) while reason (R) is false (media did not have freedom of the press).
Assertion (A): The media was not independent in Zimbabwe.
- The assertion is true. The text mentions that television and radio were controlled by the government and only provided the ruling party's version. Independent newspapers faced harassment from the government, indicating a lack of media independence.
Reason (R): Television and radio had freedom of the press and gave fair and equitable version.
- The reason is false. The text clearly states that the media in Zimbabwe, including television and radio, were not independent and did not provide a fair and equitable version of events. They were controlled by the government, which restricted freedom of the press.
Therefore, option 'C' is the correct answer as assertion (A) is true (lack of media independence) while reason (R) is false (media did not have freedom of the press).
In the secondary sector which of the following is the most labour absorbing?- a)Mining
- b)Quarrying
- c)Trade
- d)Small scale manufacturing
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
In the secondary sector which of the following is the most labour absorbing?
a)
Mining
b)
Quarrying
c)
Trade
d)
Small scale manufacturing
 | Amit Kumar answered |
Small scale manufacturing is the most labour absorbing sector of the secondary sector.
Democracy originated:- a)in the US after freeing itself from British tyranny.
- b)in the UK, after the signing of Magna Carta.
- c)in France after the Revolution.
- d)in ancient Greece.
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Democracy originated:
a)
in the US after freeing itself from British tyranny.
b)
in the UK, after the signing of Magna Carta.
c)
in France after the Revolution.
d)
in ancient Greece.
| | Aditi Sharma answered |
Full democracy was not established in the US, the UK, or France until the twentieth century.
The famous political party of Mexico was:- a)Revolutionary party
- b)Chinese Communist party
- c)Institutional Revolutionary party
- d)People’s party
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
The famous political party of Mexico was:
a)
Revolutionary party
b)
Chinese Communist party
c)
Institutional Revolutionary party
d)
People’s party
| | Avinash Patel answered |
In Mexico, until 2000 every election was won by a party called PRI (Institutional Revolutionary Party)
Which Kharif crop is grown during the rainy season?- a)Millets
- b)Jawar
- c)Sugar
- d)Wheat
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Which Kharif crop is grown during the rainy season?
a)
Millets
b)
Jawar
c)
Sugar
d)
Wheat
| | Swati Verma answered |
Jawar Kharif crop is grown during the rainy season.
Question No. 47 to 52 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions:
India is one of the ancient civilisations in the world. It has achieved multifaceted socio-economic progress during the last five decades. It has moved forward displaying remarkable progress in the field of agriculture, industry, technology, and overall economic development. India has also contributed significantly to the making of world history. India is a vast country. Lying entirely in the Northern hemisphere the mainland extends between latitudes 8°4'N and 37°6'N and longitudes 68°7'E and 97°25'E. The Tropic of Cancer divides the country into almost two equal parts. To the southeast and southwest of the mainland, lie the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and the Lakshadweep Islands in the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea respectively. The southernmost point of the Indian Union was submerged under the seawater in 2004 during the Tsunami.Q. Tropic of Cancer divides the country into almost two equal parts. What is the latitudinal value of the Tropic of Cancer?- a)0° N
- b)68°7' E
- c)23° 30' N
- d)8°4' N
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Question No. 47 to 52 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions:
India is one of the ancient civilisations in the world. It has achieved multifaceted socio-economic progress during the last five decades. It has moved forward displaying remarkable progress in the field of agriculture, industry, technology, and overall economic development. India has also contributed significantly to the making of world history. India is a vast country. Lying entirely in the Northern hemisphere the mainland extends between latitudes 8°4'N and 37°6'N and longitudes 68°7'E and 97°25'E. The Tropic of Cancer divides the country into almost two equal parts. To the southeast and southwest of the mainland, lie the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and the Lakshadweep Islands in the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea respectively. The southernmost point of the Indian Union was submerged under the seawater in 2004 during the Tsunami.
India is one of the ancient civilisations in the world. It has achieved multifaceted socio-economic progress during the last five decades. It has moved forward displaying remarkable progress in the field of agriculture, industry, technology, and overall economic development. India has also contributed significantly to the making of world history. India is a vast country. Lying entirely in the Northern hemisphere the mainland extends between latitudes 8°4'N and 37°6'N and longitudes 68°7'E and 97°25'E. The Tropic of Cancer divides the country into almost two equal parts. To the southeast and southwest of the mainland, lie the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and the Lakshadweep Islands in the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea respectively. The southernmost point of the Indian Union was submerged under the seawater in 2004 during the Tsunami.
Q. Tropic of Cancer divides the country into almost two equal parts. What is the latitudinal value of the Tropic of Cancer?
a)
0° N
b)
68°7' E
c)
23° 30' N
d)
8°4' N
| | Aditi Sharma answered |
23° 30' N
What capital is needed to set up a jaggery manufacturing unit?- a)Physical capital
- b)Working capital
- c)Fixed Capital
- d)Recurring capital
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
What capital is needed to set up a jaggery manufacturing unit?
a)
Physical capital
b)
Working capital
c)
Fixed Capital
d)
Recurring capital
| | Swati Verma answered |
Working capital is needed to set up a jaggery manufacturing unit.
1st estate comprised of which group?- a)Monarchs
- b)Big businessmen
- c)Nobility
- d)Clergy
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
1st estate comprised of which group?
a)
Monarchs
b)
Big businessmen
c)
Nobility
d)
Clergy
| | Ananya Das answered |
1st estate comprised of Clergy.
What was the unit of currency in France, that discontinued in 1794?- a)Livre
- b)Taille
- c)Pound
- d)Tithe
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
What was the unit of currency in France, that discontinued in 1794?
a)
Livre
b)
Taille
c)
Pound
d)
Tithe
| | Swati Verma answered |
Livre was the unit of currency in France, discontinued in 1794
Which of the following parallel ranges are known as Lesser Himalayas?- a)Himachal
- b)Purvanchal
- c)Himadri
- d)Shiwaliks
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Which of the following parallel ranges are known as Lesser Himalayas?
a)
Himachal
b)
Purvanchal
c)
Himadri
d)
Shiwaliks
 | Abhay Yadav answered |
Lesser Himalayas - Himachal
The Lesser Himalayas, also known as the Himachal or Lower Himalayas, are a parallel range in the Himalayan mountain system. This range is situated to the south of the Greater Himalayas and north of the Shiwalik range. The Lesser Himalayas are characterized by lower elevations compared to the Greater Himalayas, but they still feature rugged terrain and high peaks.
Features of the Lesser Himalayas - Himachal
- The Lesser Himalayas are known for their forested slopes, rich biodiversity, and picturesque landscapes.
- This range is famous for its hill stations like Shimla, Manali, and Mussoorie, which attract tourists from around the world.
- The Lesser Himalayas are also home to several important rivers like the Beas, Chenab, and Sutlej, which originate from the glaciers in this region.
- The climate in the Lesser Himalayas is generally milder than that of the Greater Himalayas, making it a popular destination for trekking, mountaineering, and other outdoor activities.
- The Himachal range is an important source of water, timber, and other natural resources for the surrounding regions.
Significance of the Lesser Himalayas - Himachal
- The Lesser Himalayas play a crucial role in the ecological balance of the region, providing habitats for diverse flora and fauna.
- These mountains also have cultural and spiritual significance for the local communities, with many temples, monasteries, and sacred sites located in the region.
- The Lesser Himalayas are an important part of India's natural heritage, attracting researchers, conservationists, and nature enthusiasts.
The Lesser Himalayas, also known as the Himachal or Lower Himalayas, are a parallel range in the Himalayan mountain system. This range is situated to the south of the Greater Himalayas and north of the Shiwalik range. The Lesser Himalayas are characterized by lower elevations compared to the Greater Himalayas, but they still feature rugged terrain and high peaks.
Features of the Lesser Himalayas - Himachal
- The Lesser Himalayas are known for their forested slopes, rich biodiversity, and picturesque landscapes.
- This range is famous for its hill stations like Shimla, Manali, and Mussoorie, which attract tourists from around the world.
- The Lesser Himalayas are also home to several important rivers like the Beas, Chenab, and Sutlej, which originate from the glaciers in this region.
- The climate in the Lesser Himalayas is generally milder than that of the Greater Himalayas, making it a popular destination for trekking, mountaineering, and other outdoor activities.
- The Himachal range is an important source of water, timber, and other natural resources for the surrounding regions.
Significance of the Lesser Himalayas - Himachal
- The Lesser Himalayas play a crucial role in the ecological balance of the region, providing habitats for diverse flora and fauna.
- These mountains also have cultural and spiritual significance for the local communities, with many temples, monasteries, and sacred sites located in the region.
- The Lesser Himalayas are an important part of India's natural heritage, attracting researchers, conservationists, and nature enthusiasts.
Question No. 47 to 52 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions:
In the past, peasants and workers had participated in revolts against increasing taxes and food scarcity.
But they lacked the means and programmes to carry out full-scale measures that would bring about a change in the social and economic order. This was left to those groups within the third estate who had become prosperous and had access to education and new ideas. The eighteenth-century witnessed the emergence of social groups, termed the middle class, who earned their wealth through expanding overseas trade and from the manufacture of goods such as woollen and silk textiles that were either exported or bought by the richer members of society. In addition to merchants and manufacturers, the third estate included professions such as lawyers or administrative officials. All of these were educated and believed that no group in society should be privileged by birth. Rather, a person’s social position must depend on his merit. These ideas envisaging a society based on freedom and equal laws and opportunities for all were put forward by philosophers such as John Locke and Jean Jacques Rousseau.
In his Two Treatises of Government, Locke sought to refute the doctrine of the divine and absolute right of the monarch. Rousseau carried the idea forward, proposing a form of government based on a social contract between people and their representatives. In The Spirit of the Laws, Montesquieu proposed a division of power within the government between the legislative, the executive and the judiciary. This model of government was put into force in the USA after the thirteen colonies declared their independence from Britain. The American constitution and its guarantee of individual rights was an important example for political thinkers in France.Q. Match the following:
- a)A-1, B-1, C-2
- b)A-3, B-2, C-1
- c)A-1, B-3, C-2
- d)A-2, B-1, C-3
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Question No. 47 to 52 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions:
In the past, peasants and workers had participated in revolts against increasing taxes and food scarcity.
But they lacked the means and programmes to carry out full-scale measures that would bring about a change in the social and economic order. This was left to those groups within the third estate who had become prosperous and had access to education and new ideas. The eighteenth-century witnessed the emergence of social groups, termed the middle class, who earned their wealth through expanding overseas trade and from the manufacture of goods such as woollen and silk textiles that were either exported or bought by the richer members of society. In addition to merchants and manufacturers, the third estate included professions such as lawyers or administrative officials. All of these were educated and believed that no group in society should be privileged by birth. Rather, a person’s social position must depend on his merit. These ideas envisaging a society based on freedom and equal laws and opportunities for all were put forward by philosophers such as John Locke and Jean Jacques Rousseau.
In his Two Treatises of Government, Locke sought to refute the doctrine of the divine and absolute right of the monarch. Rousseau carried the idea forward, proposing a form of government based on a social contract between people and their representatives. In The Spirit of the Laws, Montesquieu proposed a division of power within the government between the legislative, the executive and the judiciary. This model of government was put into force in the USA after the thirteen colonies declared their independence from Britain. The American constitution and its guarantee of individual rights was an important example for political thinkers in France.
In the past, peasants and workers had participated in revolts against increasing taxes and food scarcity.
But they lacked the means and programmes to carry out full-scale measures that would bring about a change in the social and economic order. This was left to those groups within the third estate who had become prosperous and had access to education and new ideas. The eighteenth-century witnessed the emergence of social groups, termed the middle class, who earned their wealth through expanding overseas trade and from the manufacture of goods such as woollen and silk textiles that were either exported or bought by the richer members of society. In addition to merchants and manufacturers, the third estate included professions such as lawyers or administrative officials. All of these were educated and believed that no group in society should be privileged by birth. Rather, a person’s social position must depend on his merit. These ideas envisaging a society based on freedom and equal laws and opportunities for all were put forward by philosophers such as John Locke and Jean Jacques Rousseau.
In his Two Treatises of Government, Locke sought to refute the doctrine of the divine and absolute right of the monarch. Rousseau carried the idea forward, proposing a form of government based on a social contract between people and their representatives. In The Spirit of the Laws, Montesquieu proposed a division of power within the government between the legislative, the executive and the judiciary. This model of government was put into force in the USA after the thirteen colonies declared their independence from Britain. The American constitution and its guarantee of individual rights was an important example for political thinkers in France.
Q. Match the following:
a)
A-1, B-1, C-2
b)
A-3, B-2, C-1
c)
A-1, B-3, C-2
d)
A-2, B-1, C-3
 | Meera Rana answered |
What is the name of Chinese parliament?- a)National Congress
- b)National People's Congress
- c)Congress
- d)Communist Congress
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
What is the name of Chinese parliament?
a)
National Congress
b)
National People's Congress
c)
Congress
d)
Communist Congress
| | Amit Kumar answered |
Chinese parliament is called Quanguo Renmin Daibiao Dahui(National People's Congress).
Question No. 47 to 52 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions:
In the past, peasants and workers had participated in revolts against increasing taxes and food scarcity.
But they lacked the means and programmes to carry out full-scale measures that would bring about a change in the social and economic order. This was left to those groups within the third estate who had become prosperous and had access to education and new ideas. The eighteenth-century witnessed the emergence of social groups, termed the middle class, who earned their wealth through expanding overseas trade and from the manufacture of goods such as woollen and silk textiles that were either exported or bought by the richer members of society. In addition to merchants and manufacturers, the third estate included professions such as lawyers or administrative officials. All of these were educated and believed that no group in society should be privileged by birth. Rather, a person’s social position must depend on his merit. These ideas envisaging a society based on freedom and equal laws and opportunities for all were put forward by philosophers such as John Locke and Jean Jacques Rousseau.
In his Two Treatises of Government, Locke sought to refute the doctrine of the divine and absolute right of the monarch. Rousseau carried the idea forward, proposing a form of government based on a social contract between people and their representatives. In The Spirit of the Laws, Montesquieu proposed a division of power within the government between the legislative, the executive and the judiciary. This model of government was put into force in the USA after the thirteen colonies declared their independence from Britain. The American constitution and its guarantee of individual rights was an important example for political thinkers in France.Q. Which social group emerged in France in the 18th century?- a)Middle class
- b)Nobility
- c)Clergy
- d)Philosophers
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Question No. 47 to 52 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions:
In the past, peasants and workers had participated in revolts against increasing taxes and food scarcity.
But they lacked the means and programmes to carry out full-scale measures that would bring about a change in the social and economic order. This was left to those groups within the third estate who had become prosperous and had access to education and new ideas. The eighteenth-century witnessed the emergence of social groups, termed the middle class, who earned their wealth through expanding overseas trade and from the manufacture of goods such as woollen and silk textiles that were either exported or bought by the richer members of society. In addition to merchants and manufacturers, the third estate included professions such as lawyers or administrative officials. All of these were educated and believed that no group in society should be privileged by birth. Rather, a person’s social position must depend on his merit. These ideas envisaging a society based on freedom and equal laws and opportunities for all were put forward by philosophers such as John Locke and Jean Jacques Rousseau.
In his Two Treatises of Government, Locke sought to refute the doctrine of the divine and absolute right of the monarch. Rousseau carried the idea forward, proposing a form of government based on a social contract between people and their representatives. In The Spirit of the Laws, Montesquieu proposed a division of power within the government between the legislative, the executive and the judiciary. This model of government was put into force in the USA after the thirteen colonies declared their independence from Britain. The American constitution and its guarantee of individual rights was an important example for political thinkers in France.
In the past, peasants and workers had participated in revolts against increasing taxes and food scarcity.
But they lacked the means and programmes to carry out full-scale measures that would bring about a change in the social and economic order. This was left to those groups within the third estate who had become prosperous and had access to education and new ideas. The eighteenth-century witnessed the emergence of social groups, termed the middle class, who earned their wealth through expanding overseas trade and from the manufacture of goods such as woollen and silk textiles that were either exported or bought by the richer members of society. In addition to merchants and manufacturers, the third estate included professions such as lawyers or administrative officials. All of these were educated and believed that no group in society should be privileged by birth. Rather, a person’s social position must depend on his merit. These ideas envisaging a society based on freedom and equal laws and opportunities for all were put forward by philosophers such as John Locke and Jean Jacques Rousseau.
In his Two Treatises of Government, Locke sought to refute the doctrine of the divine and absolute right of the monarch. Rousseau carried the idea forward, proposing a form of government based on a social contract between people and their representatives. In The Spirit of the Laws, Montesquieu proposed a division of power within the government between the legislative, the executive and the judiciary. This model of government was put into force in the USA after the thirteen colonies declared their independence from Britain. The American constitution and its guarantee of individual rights was an important example for political thinkers in France.
Q. Which social group emerged in France in the 18th century?
a)
Middle class
b)
Nobility
c)
Clergy
d)
Philosophers
| | Swati Verma answered |
Middle class
In the secondary sector which of the following is the most labour absorbing?- a)Mining
- b)Quarrying
- c)Trade
- d)Small scale manufacturing
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
In the secondary sector which of the following is the most labour absorbing?
a)
Mining
b)
Quarrying
c)
Trade
d)
Small scale manufacturing
 | Priya Nair answered |
Small scale manufacturing is the most labor absorbing in the secondary sector.
Explanation:
Secondary sector refers to the sector of the economy that involves the processing of raw materials into finished goods. It includes activities such as manufacturing, construction, mining, and quarrying. In this sector, small scale manufacturing stands out as the most labor absorbing option due to the following reasons:
1. Labor-intensive nature: Small scale manufacturing typically involves the use of a significant amount of manual labor. This is because small scale industries often have limited funds and resources, which means they rely heavily on human labor to carry out various tasks. As a result, these industries tend to employ a large number of workers.
2. Diverse job opportunities: Small scale manufacturing encompasses a wide range of industries, such as textiles, food processing, handicrafts, and electronics. Each of these industries requires different types of skills and expertise. As a result, small scale manufacturing provides diverse job opportunities for individuals with varying educational backgrounds and skill sets.
3. Local employment generation: Small scale manufacturing units are often located in rural or semi-urban areas where unemployment rates may be high. By setting up these industries, local employment opportunities are created, allowing individuals in these areas to earn a livelihood without having to migrate to cities in search of work.
4. Potential for entrepreneurship: Small scale manufacturing also offers opportunities for entrepreneurship. Individuals with innovative ideas and skills can start their own small businesses and contribute to the growth of the economy. This promotes self-employment and fosters a culture of innovation and creativity.
5. Economic development: Small scale manufacturing plays a crucial role in the economic development of a country. It contributes to GDP growth, generates income for individuals, and promotes industrialization. Additionally, the labor-intensive nature of small scale manufacturing helps reduce unemployment rates, alleviate poverty, and improve living standards.
In conclusion, small scale manufacturing is the most labor absorbing in the secondary sector due to its labor-intensive nature, diverse job opportunities, local employment generation, potential for entrepreneurship, and its contribution to economic development.
Explanation:
Secondary sector refers to the sector of the economy that involves the processing of raw materials into finished goods. It includes activities such as manufacturing, construction, mining, and quarrying. In this sector, small scale manufacturing stands out as the most labor absorbing option due to the following reasons:
1. Labor-intensive nature: Small scale manufacturing typically involves the use of a significant amount of manual labor. This is because small scale industries often have limited funds and resources, which means they rely heavily on human labor to carry out various tasks. As a result, these industries tend to employ a large number of workers.
2. Diverse job opportunities: Small scale manufacturing encompasses a wide range of industries, such as textiles, food processing, handicrafts, and electronics. Each of these industries requires different types of skills and expertise. As a result, small scale manufacturing provides diverse job opportunities for individuals with varying educational backgrounds and skill sets.
3. Local employment generation: Small scale manufacturing units are often located in rural or semi-urban areas where unemployment rates may be high. By setting up these industries, local employment opportunities are created, allowing individuals in these areas to earn a livelihood without having to migrate to cities in search of work.
4. Potential for entrepreneurship: Small scale manufacturing also offers opportunities for entrepreneurship. Individuals with innovative ideas and skills can start their own small businesses and contribute to the growth of the economy. This promotes self-employment and fosters a culture of innovation and creativity.
5. Economic development: Small scale manufacturing plays a crucial role in the economic development of a country. It contributes to GDP growth, generates income for individuals, and promotes industrialization. Additionally, the labor-intensive nature of small scale manufacturing helps reduce unemployment rates, alleviate poverty, and improve living standards.
In conclusion, small scale manufacturing is the most labor absorbing in the secondary sector due to its labor-intensive nature, diverse job opportunities, local employment generation, potential for entrepreneurship, and its contribution to economic development.
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