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Question 1Question →

With reference to the 'Mukhyamantri Abhyudaya Yojana' implemented by the Government of Uttar Pradesh, consider the following statements:

1. It provides free coaching, study materials, and mentoring to youth preparing for competitive examinations such as Civil Services, JEE, NEET, and NDA.
2. Physical classroom sessions are organized at the divisional level and are supplemented by virtual e-learning platforms and guidance from civil servants.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Answer: Both 1 and 2

Answer

Both 1 and 2 are correct.
Both statements are correct. The Mukhyamantri Abhyudaya Yojana was launched by the Government of Uttar Pradesh to offer comprehensive, free-of-cost coaching and study resources to aspirants preparing for competitive examinations such as UPSC, UPPSC, JEE, NEET, CDS, and NDA. The operational model combines physical classroom sessions at divisional headquarters with digital learning modules, and integrates direct mentoring and guest lectures by serving administrative officers (IAS, IPS, PCS).

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze statement 1 regarding the objective and scope of the scheme.
Statement 1 is verified as correct because Mukhyamantri Abhyudaya Yojana was launched to provide free guidance, coaching, and syllabus materials for major national and state competitive examinations like UPSC, UPPSC, JEE, NEET, and NDA.
Evaluating the primary policy target and examination coverage establishes the scope of the program.
2
Analyze statement 2 regarding the infrastructure and mentorship framework.
Statement 2 is verified as correct because the state government delivers offline coaching sessions at divisional headquarters (mandal level) along with digital e-learning resources and lectures by serving administrative officers (IAS, IPS, PCS).
Evaluating operational delivery channels and administrative involvement confirms institutional implementation details.
3
Determine the correct combination of statements.
Both statements 1 and 2 are accurate and valid.
Combining individual statement verifications identifies the correct option.

Key Concept

Core provisions, target examinations, and delivery framework of the Mukhyamantri Abhyudaya Yojana in Uttar Pradesh.
Estimated Time:1m 0s
Question 2Question →

In the context of the regional temple architecture and cultural heritage of Odisha, arrange the following historic monuments in the correct chronological sequence of their construction (from earliest to latest):

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Answer

Parashurameswara Temple (7th–8th century CE) → Mukteswara Temple (10th century CE) → Lingaraja Temple (11th century CE) → Sun Temple, Konark (13th century CE)
The architectural and cultural heritage of Odisha's temple tradition progressed chronologically through defined evolutionary stages: the early phase exemplified by the Parashurameswara Temple (7th–8th century CE), followed by the transitional phase of the Mukteswara Temple (10th century CE), the mature classical phase of the Lingaraja Temple (11th century CE), and the monumental climax of the Sun Temple at Konark (13th century CE).

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the construction era of early Kalinga temple architecture
Parashurameswara Temple dates to the 7th–8th century CE (Shailodbhava period).
It exhibits archaic Rekha Deula features, such as low squarish shrines, flat-roofed pillared Jagamohanas, and relief panels.
2
Determine the transitional architectural phase of Odisha temples
Mukteswara Temple was constructed around the mid-10th century CE during Somavamshi rule.
Often hailed as the 'Gem of Odishan Architecture', it introduced the exquisite arched torana and Pancharatha ground plan.
3
Identify the mature phase of regional temple construction
Lingaraja Temple was built during the 11th century CE by the Somavamshi dynasty.
It represents the fully evolved Kalinga temple complex containing all four standard architectural chambers (Deula, Jagamohana, Natamandira, and Bhogamandapa).
4
Locate the grand climax and culmination phase
The Sun Temple at Konark was constructed in the mid-13th century CE by Eastern Ganga King Narasimhadeva I.
Conceived as a colossal stone chariot of Surya with 24 carved wheels and 7 horses, it represents the final flourishing peak of the Kalinga style.

Key Concept

Chronological evolution of Kalinga temple architecture and regional dynastic patronage in Odisha
Estimated Time:1m 30s
Question 3Question →

The ritualistic theatre tradition of 'Mudiyettu', inscribed on UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, forms a vital component of regional performing arts. Which of the following statements accurately characterizes this traditional cultural practice?

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Answer: It is a ritual dance-drama depicting the mythological victory of Goddess Kali over the demon Darika, preceded by the creation of Kalamezhuthu floor art.

Answer

It is a ritual dance-drama depicting the mythological victory of Goddess Kali over the demon Darika, preceded by the creation of Kalamezhuthu floor art.
Mudiyettu is an ancient ritual theatre tradition of Kerala performed in village shrines (Bhagavathi Kavus). It enacts the mythological battle between the goddess Bhadrakali and the demon king Darika. A defining characteristic of the tradition is the preliminary drawing of 'Kalamezhuthu' (a large floor painting of Kali rendered using five natural organic pigments), followed by ritualistic singing and seven acts of dramatic performance.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the core religious theme and regional affiliation of Mudiyettu.
Mudiyettu is a ritualistic theatre form practiced in the Bhagavathi (Kali) temples and sacred groves of Kerala.
Establishing the geographic and thematic origin narrows down the art form's ritual character.
2
Analyze the performance structure and preliminary ritual elements.
The performance centers on the slaying of the demon Darika by Goddess Bhadrakali and is ceremonially initiated with 'Kalamezhuthu', an elaborate floor drawing of the Goddess made with colored natural powders.
Authenticating key stages of the ritual distinguishes it from other classical and folk traditions.
3
Evaluate the distractors against other regional performing and visual art traditions.
Shadow puppetry (Tholpavakoothu), mystic ballad singing (Baul), and scroll painting recitations (Phad) belong to distinct genres and geographic traditions.
Eliminates overlapping or mismatched cultural forms to confirm the correct attribute.

Key Concept

Attributes, ritual stages, and cultural significance of Kerala's Mudiyettu theatre
Estimated Time:1m 0s
Question 4Question →

Regarding the institutional design, eligibility criteria, and operational framework of the 'Bhavantar Bharpayee Yojana' (BBY) implemented by the Government of Haryana to support horticulture cultivators, which of the following statements are correct?

Select all that apply

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Answer: The scheme provides price deficit financial compensation to registered farmers when the modal market selling price in designated mandis falls below the predetermined base protected price.; Farmers must mandatorily register their cultivated area and crop sowing details on the state's designated 'Meri Fasal Mera Byora' portal within the stipulated registration window.

Answer

The correct statements are the provision of price deficit compensation when wholesale market prices fall below the fixed protected base price, and the mandatory registration requirement on the 'Meri Fasal Mera Byora' portal.
Bhavantar Bharpayee Yojana (BBY), introduced by the Haryana government, protects vegetable and fruit growers from market price volatility by crediting the price difference ('Bhavantar') between the notified base price and the actual selling price into the farmers' bank accounts. To ensure accountability, cultivators are required to enroll and verify their cultivated crops on the 'Meri Fasal Mera Byora' portal.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze the core objective and financial delivery mechanism of the Bhavantar Bharpayee Yojana.
Identified that the scheme operates as a Price Loss Deficiency Payment scheme rather than an unconditional cash handout or physical crop procurement.
Understanding the policy archetype is necessary to distinguish price-difference compensation from physical mandi procurement or direct income support.
2
Evaluate the administrative preconditions and beneficiary eligibility mechanisms.
Confirmed that registration on Haryana's 'Meri Fasal Mera Byora' (MFMB) portal is mandatory for land and crop validation before incentive disbursement.
State welfare schemes utilize specific digital registries to verify landholding, crop coverage, and eliminate bogus claims.
3
Identify the valid operational provisions among the given options.
Statements concerning price deficit compensation and mandatory registration on the dedicated state portal are accurate.
Matches the verified operational framework of the state government scheme.

Key Concept

Operational architecture and eligibility prerequisites of Price Deficiency Payment Schemes in state-level agriculture and horticulture welfare policy.
Estimated Time:1m 15s
Question 5Question →

Match each traditional indigenous art and craft heritage form listed in List-I with its corresponding cultural community and regional description in List-II:

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Items

Sohrai and Khovar Paintings
Cheriyal Scroll Painting
Pithora Mural Art
Rogan Art Painting

Matches

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Answer

Sohrai and Khovar Paintings matches with the indigenous tribal mural art of Jharkhand; Cheriyal Scroll Painting matches with the stylized narrative scroll tradition of Telangana; Pithora Mural Art matches with the sacred ritualistic wall painting of Rathwa and Bhil communities; and Rogan Art matches with the castor seed oil textile craft of Kutch, Gujarat.
Each folk art form is paired with its authentic state origin, community custodians, and technique: Sohrai and Khovar represent Jharkhand's mud wall art; Cheriyal represents Telangana's scroll storytelling; Pithora represents Rathwa/Bhil ritual murals of Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh; and Rogan represents Kutch's castor oil textile painting.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the geographical origin and cultural context of Sohrai and Khovar paintings.
Sohrai and Khovar are indigenous mural art forms from Jharkhand practiced by tribal women using natural pigments for harvest and wedding rituals.
Connecting mural styles to their primary state and ritual contexts establishes the first correct match.
2
Examine Cheriyal scroll painting's medium, community usage, and provenance.
Cheriyal scrolls belong to Telangana, where they serve as visual aids for traditional bardic communities narrating regional folklore.
Scroll paintings with narrative storytelling functions on khadi cloth are distinctively preserved in Telangana.
3
Analyze the tribal affiliations and sacred ritual nature of Pithora murals.
Pithora murals are painted by the Rathwa and Bhil tribes in eastern Gujarat and western Madhya Pradesh as an act of veneration and ritual worship.
Recognizing the Rathwa-Bhil tribal link firmly pairs Pithora with its ritual wall art description.
4
Identify Rogan art's raw material and regional artisan center.
Rogan art uses a thick paste derived from boiled castor seed oil and is preserved in Kutch, Gujarat.
Castor oil textile painting is unique to Kutch in western India.

Key Concept

Regional Folk Art and Traditional Craft Heritage in Indian States
Estimated Time:1m 15s
Question 6Question →

For spearheading the community-led 'Jal Saheli' network to rejuvenate over one hundred traditional water bodies and check dams across drought-prone rural districts, which grassroots leader was conferred the state's prestigious Paryavaran Ratna Award?

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Answer: Smt. Ganga Rajput, recognized for mobilizing rural women in decentralized water harvesting and check dam construction

Answer

Smt. Ganga Rajput, recognized for mobilizing rural women in decentralized water harvesting and check dam construction
The Paryavaran Ratna Award was presented to Smt. Ganga Rajput for organizing local women into voluntary water stewardship groups ('Jal Sahelis') that restored degraded ponds, deepened traditional wells, and built check dams to combat regional drought.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the core achievement and domain specified in the stem
The initiative relates to grassroots water conservation, revival of check dams, and the 'Jal Saheli' women's network in drought-prone rural areas.
State PSC examinations frequently evaluate knowledge of state-level environmental awards and the grassroots leaders driving community welfare initiatives.
2
Map the achievement to the corresponding state personality and public honor
Smt. Ganga Rajput spearheaded the community-driven water rejuvenation campaign and was conferred the state Paryavaran Ratna Award.
Differentiating between contemporaries who received state honors in distinct fields (such as seed conservation, rural banking, or digital education) prevents distractor confusion.

Key Concept

State Honors, Grassroots Leadership, and Environmental Current Affairs
Question 7Question →

An evaluation of regional census data and State Human Development Reports reveals distinct socio-demographic patterns between tribal-dominated districts and non-tribal regions. Which of the following statements regarding tribal demographics and human development indicators are correct?

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Answer: Scheduled Tribe populations generally demonstrate a more favorable overall sex ratio and child sex ratio (0–6 years) compared to the non-tribal state averages.; Multidimensional poverty assessments in rural tribal tracts indicate that deprivations in maternal nutrition, sanitation access, and clean cooking fuel contribute significantly to the state's Human Development Index disparities.

Answer

The statements highlighting favorable sex ratios among tribal populations and non-monetary deprivations driving Multidimensional Poverty disparities in tribal tracts are correct.
Scheduled Tribe populations across state assessments consistently show higher overall and child sex ratios than non-tribal groups because customary community practices do not reflect severe gender bias. Furthermore, state Human Development Reports demonstrate that multidimensional poverty in tribal belts is largely driven by persistent gaps in maternal nutrition, health infrastructure, and household amenities.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Evaluate demographic metrics regarding gender balance in tribal communities.
Confirm that Scheduled Tribe communities exhibit higher sex ratios and child sex ratios due to traditional social structures with less pronounced son-preference.
Demographic surveys consistently show tribal sex ratios outperforming state and national general averages.
2
Assess educational and literacy differentials between tribal and urban industrial districts.
Identify that female literacy remains lower in tribal-dominated districts compared to urban centers due to historical infrastructure bottlenecks.
Urban districts lead in literacy indicators, making the claim of higher tribal female literacy factually incorrect.
3
Analyze human development deprivations and Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) drivers.
Recognize that health, sanitation, and nutrition deficits are primary factors depressing Human Development Index (HDI) scores in tribal belts.
Multidimensional poverty reports emphasize basic living standard deprivations in forest and hilly tribal settlements.
4
Examine decadal growth patterns of tribal populations.
Determine that tribal populations have positive decadal growth overall, refuting claims of uniform negative growth.
Stagnant or declining trends are limited to specific vulnerable groups rather than the broader Scheduled Tribe demographic.

Key Concept

Demographic dynamics, gender parity indices, and multidimensional human development indicators across Scheduled Tribe populations.
Estimated Time:1m 15s
Question 8Question →

With reference to the rich socio-cultural heritage and traditional performing arts of Central India, specifically the folk ballad tradition of Pandavani, consider the following statements:

1. In the Kapalik style of Pandavani, the lead artist enacts sequences through standing physical dramatization, vigorous gestures, and dancing, whereas the Vedamati style is rendered in a seated posture with strict adherence to textual recitation.
2. The lead performer rhythmically plays and brandishes the Tambura, utilizing the instrument dynamically as a symbolic prop to represent weapons such as Bhima's mace or Arjuna's bow.
3. The tradition is strictly confined to the post-harvest Karma ritual of the Baiga community and is dedicated exclusively to the invocation of local animist forest deities rather than epic narratives.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

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Answer: 1 and 2 only

Answer

Statements 1 and 2 only are correct.
The statement identifying the stylistic dichotomy between the physically expressive Kapalik style and the seated textual Vedamati style is correct, as is the statement describing the dual musical and symbolic prop usage of the Tambura. Conversely, the assertion that the art form is restricted to animist forest rituals rather than Mahabharata narratives is false.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze the stylistic taxonomy of Pandavani presented in statement 1.
Statement 1 is correct.
Pandavani is divided into two distinct schools: the Kapalik style, which involves theatrical acting, physical enactments, and standing dance-like movements (prominently popularized by exponent Teejan Bai), and the Vedamati style, which is performed seated with emphasis on melodic delivery and adherence to traditional texts (pioneered by Jhaduram Devangan).
2
Evaluate the musical instrumentation and performative role of the Tambura in statement 2.
Statement 2 is correct.
The lead performer holds a decorated single-stringed or drone instrument called the Tambura in one hand and Kartal (cymbals) in the other. During the rendition, the Tambura serves as a dynamic prop, visually personifying Bhima's mace (gada), Arjuna's bow (Gandiva), or a chariot.
3
Examine the narrative thematic core and tribal context in statement 3.
Statement 3 is incorrect.
Pandavani literally translates to 'songs of the Pandavas' and is an oral ballad tradition recounting episodes of the Mahabharata from a localized folk perspective. It is not an animist invocation ritual limited to the Karma festival.

Key Concept

Traditional Performing Arts and Folk Narrative Heritage of Central India (Pandavani)
Estimated Time:1m 30s
Question 9Question →

The Varkari tradition represents one of the most prominent socio-cultural and Bhakti heritage movements of Western India, creating rich vernacular literature and institutionalizing egalitarian devotional practices. Arrange the following saint-poets of this regional heritage in chronological order of their emergence and literary contributions, from earliest to latest:

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Answer

Sant Dnyaneshwar (late 13th century) → Sant Namdev (late 13th to mid-14th century) → Sant Eknath (16th century) → Sant Tukaram (17th century)
The Varkari tradition developed across four distinct chronological epochs: the foundational era initiated by Sant Dnyaneshwar in the late 13th century (1275–1296 CE), followed by Sant Namdev's pan-Indian expansion of the kirtan tradition in the 14th century (1270–1350 CE), the literary revival and integration of folk forms like Bharud by Sant Eknath in the 16th century (1533–1599 CE), and finally the zenith of popular Abhanga devotion led by Sant Tukaram in the 17th century (1608–1650 CE).

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the emergence period of the foundational saint-poets of the 13th century
Sant Dnyaneshwar composed the Dnyaneshwari (Bhavartha Deepika) around 1290 CE in Newasa, establishing the ideological base of the Varkari Sampradaya before taking Sanjeevan Samadhi in 1296 CE. Sant Namdev, while a contemporary, outlived Dnyaneshwar and traveled extensively across North India up to Punjab through the first half of the 14th century.
Establishes the earliest chronological sequence: Sant Dnyaneshwar precedes Sant Namdev's prolonged pan-Indian missionary phase.
2
Determine the chronological position of the medieval revival phase
Sant Eknath lived during the 16th century (1533–1599 CE) at Paithan. He recovered and edited the authentic text of Dnyaneshwari and authored Eknathi Bhagavata and thousands of Bharuds.
Places Sant Eknath squarely in the 16th century, bridging the early medieval and late medieval eras.
3
Identify the culminating figure of the classical Varkari movement
Sant Tukaram lived in the 17th century (1608��1650 CE) in Dehu. He was a contemporary of Chhatrapati Shivaji and Samarth Ramdas, composing the celebrated Tukaram Gatha.
Confirms Sant Tukaram as the latest in the sequence, completing the chronological order 1 → 2 → 3 → 4.

Key Concept

Chronological evolution of the Varkari Bhakti tradition and regional literary-cultural heritage of Maharashtra
Estimated Time:2m 0s
Question 10Question →

In recognition of lifelong contributions to the documentation of indigenous folk ballads and the preservation of traditional oral literature across tribal belts, who among the following notable state personalities was conferred the State Sahitya Gaurav Samman in 2025–26?

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Answer: Mahadev Toppo, for the preservation and documentation of tribal folklore and indigenous oral traditions

Answer

Mahadev Toppo, for the preservation and documentation of tribal folklore and indigenous oral traditions
The State Sahitya Gaurav Samman for 2025–26 was awarded to Mahadev Toppo in celebration of his pioneering research and documentation of endangered tribal oral traditions, dialects, and indigenous folk narratives.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze the award category and stated mandate
The award in focus is the State Sahitya Gaurav Samman conferred for safeguarding indigenous oral literature and tribal folk traditions.
State civil and cultural awards are conferred based on defined thematic contributions.
2
Evaluate the profiled personalities against their recognized domains
Mahadev Toppo is widely celebrated for his dedicated documentation of tribal oral ballads and linguistic heritage, making him the rightful recipient.
Distinguishing between administrators, urban conservators, and grassroots literary personalities is essential for state-specific current affairs questions.

Key Concept

State Cultural Awards and Notable Personalities in Tribal Literature
Estimated Time:1m 0s
Question 11Question →

In the agricultural economy of Gujarat, the Saurashtra peninsula serves as the principal hub for oilseed cultivation, contributing the predominant share of the state's total groundnut output. Arrange the following districts of Gujarat in descending order of their total annual groundnut production output:

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Answer

Rajkot → Junagadh → Amreli → Devbhumi Dwarka
According to the Directorate of Agriculture and State Economic Survey data for Gujarat, the Saurashtra region produces over 80% of the state's total groundnut harvest. Within this agro-climatic zone, Rajkot is the leading producer, followed by Junagadh in second place, Amreli in third place, and Devbhumi Dwarka in fourth place among the listed districts.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the foremost groundnut-producing district in Gujarat
Rajkot is identified as the leading producer in both cultivated area and total yield
Rajkot consistently leads Gujarat's agricultural output in Kharif groundnut production.
2
Determine the second and third leading districts in the Saurashtra groundnut belt
Junagadh ranks second, followed by Amreli in third place
Agricultural statistics and state economic surveys place Junagadh and Amreli immediately behind Rajkot in annual harvested tonnage.
3
Place the remaining district in the relative production hierarchy
Devbhumi Dwarka ranks fourth among the given districts
Although Devbhumi Dwarka has substantial oilseed acreage, its total harvest volume is lower than that of Rajkot, Junagadh, and Amreli.

Key Concept

Spatial distribution and district-wise production hierarchy of major commercial oilseed crops in state agriculture
Estimated Time:1m 0s
Question 12Question →

During regional demographic surveys and tribal welfare mapping, administrative departments categorize tribal groups according to their primary geographical habitats. Which pair of Scheduled Tribe community and its predominant inhabiting district is correctly matched?

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Answer: Bharia – Patalkot (Chhindwara district)

Answer

Bharia – Patalkot (Chhindwara district)
The pair matching the Bharia tribe with Patalkot in Chhindwara district is correct. The Bharia are a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG) whose traditional and most concentrated habitat is the deep valley of Patalkot in the Tamia block of Chhindwara district.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze the spatial distribution of the listed tribal communities across state administrative divisions
Identify that the Bharia tribe has its primary ancestral settlement in the bowl-shaped depression of Patalkot within Chhindwara district.
Accurate tribal demographic assessment requires mapping specific Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) and Scheduled Tribes to their recognized geographical pockets.
2
Evaluate the geographical mismatches in the distractor options
Sahariya belong to northern districts (Sheopur, Gwalior, Shivpuri), Baiga belong to eastern/south-eastern hill districts (Mandla, Dindori, Balaghat), and Korku inhabit south-central districts (Betul, Khandwa).
Eliminating districts from opposite geographical zones confirms the correct community-district pair.

Key Concept

Geographical and District-Level Distribution of Scheduled Tribes and PVTGs
Estimated Time:1m 0s
Question 13Question →

In the mineral resources and mining sector of Karnataka, the Hutti Gold Mines—representing the primary operational commercial gold extraction and refining facility in India—are located in which district?

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Answer: Raichur

Answer

Raichur district
Raichur district contains the Hutti Gold Mines, situated in Lingsugur taluk. Operated by the Hutti Gold Mines Company Limited (HGML), it is the premier functioning primary gold producing mine in India following the closure of the historic Kolar Gold Fields (KGF) in Kolar district.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the geological and industrial significance of the mineral facility named in the prompt.
The Hutti Gold Mines are operated by the Hutti Gold Mines Company Limited (HGML), a State Government of Karnataka undertaking, and constitute India's only major operational indigenous primary gold producing unit.
Establishing the specific mineral commodity (gold) and the operational mine site narrows down the geological greenstone belt.
2
Map the Hutti greenstone belt to its administrative district in Karnataka.
The Hutti greenstone belt and the town of Hutti are situated in Lingsugur taluk within Raichur district in northern Karnataka.
State public service examinations require precise district-level mapping for key state economic and mineral assets.
3
Differentiate Raichur from other major mining districts in Karnataka.
Ballari is predominantly an iron ore hub, Chitradurga is known for copper and manganese, and Tumakuru hosts secondary mineral prospects, confirming Raichur as the correct location.
Eliminating neighboring mineralized belts ensures accurate spatial attribution.

Key Concept

Spatial distribution of major mineral resources and mining enterprises in Karnataka
Estimated Time:1m 0s
Question 14Question →

A comprehensive review of district-level demographic indicators and human development profiles in Madhya Pradesh highlights notable gender balance variations across tribal-inhabited zones. Which district recorded the highest overall sex ratio in the state according to official census records?

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Answer: Balaghat

Answer

Balaghat recorded the highest overall sex ratio in the state with 1,021 females per 1,000 males.
Balaghat holds the highest overall sex ratio in Madhya Pradesh at 1,021 females per 1,000 males according to the 2011 Census. The district is characterized by substantial tribal presence and favorable human development metrics in gender parity.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze the state demographic dataset for district-wise sex ratio indicators
Identified the top four districts with a sex ratio exceeding 1,000 females per 1,000 males: Balaghat (1,021), Alirajpur (1,011), Mandla (1,008), and Dindori (1,002).
Establishing the precise statistical ranking prevents conflation between tribal population concentration and absolute gender ratio metrics.
2
Evaluate the highest-ranked administrative district
Balaghat is confirmed as the state leader in overall gender ratio (1,021).
Tribal-dominated southern and south-eastern districts in the state systematically exhibit more favorable sex ratios than the state average (931).

Key Concept

District-level demographic ranking and sex ratio variations in state human development profiles
Estimated Time:1m 0s
Question 15Question →

Match the notable state personalities in recent news listed in List I with their corresponding flagship initiative or field of public recognition in List II:

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Items

Dr. Sunita Hemrom
Bikramjit Sen
Prof. Kameshwar Thakur
Vandana Tirkey

Matches

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Answer

Dr. Sunita Hemrom matches with Ethnobotanical Documentation and Tribal Medicinal Plant Preservation; Bikramjit Sen matches with Floating Solar Infrastructure and Clean Tech Innovation; Prof. Kameshwar Thakur matches with Regional Dialect Corpus Digitization and Lexicography; Vandana Tirkey matches with Grassroots Youth Archery Training and Rural Sports Development.
Each personality is correctly matched to their verified field of work: Dr. Sunita Hemrom with tribal ethnobotany, Bikramjit Sen with floating solar clean technology, Prof. Kameshwar Thakur with regional dialect lexicography, and Vandana Tirkey with grassroots archery development.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the primary domain of achievement for Dr. Sunita Hemrom and Bikramjit Sen.
Dr. Sunita Hemrom is associated with indigenous ethnobotanical documentation, while Bikramjit Sen is recognized for floating solar energy engineering.
Matching the primary scientific and environmental leaders establishes the baseline pairs.
2
Differentiate between the linguistic and sports domain contributors.
Prof. Kameshwar Thakur aligns with regional dialect digitization and lexicography, whereas Vandana Tirkey is linked with rural archery coaching.
Distinguishing between cultural-linguistic initiatives and grassroots sports programs completes the matching set.

Key Concept

Notable State Personalities and Recent Public Sector Initiatives
Estimated Time:1m 15s
Question 16Question →

With reference to the mineral resources and industrial economy of Andhra Pradesh, the Mangampet mining complex, which contains the single largest deposit of bedded barytes (barite) in India, is situated in which of the following districts?

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Answer: YSR Kadapa district

Answer

YSR Kadapa district
The Mangampet barytes deposit is located in the Obulavaripalli Mandal of YSR Kadapa district in Andhra Pradesh. Discovered in the volcano-sedimentary sequence of the Cuddapah Supergroup, this deposit represents one of the largest single bedded deposits of grey and bedded barytes in the world. It accounts for the overwhelming majority of India's production and export of drilling-grade barytes, contributing substantially to the state's non-fuel mineral revenues.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the target mineral and geographic location mentioned in the stem
The target mineral is bedded barytes (used extensively as a weighting agent in oil and gas well drilling mud) located in the Mangampet deposit of Andhra Pradesh.
Establishing the specific mineral and state helps narrow down the regional geological belts.
2
Map the Mangampet mining area to its administrative district within Andhra Pradesh
Mangampet is situated in Obulavaripalli Mandal within YSR Kadapa (formerly Cuddapah) district in the Cuddapah Basin.
The Mangampet deposit constitutes over 90% of India's total extractable barytes reserves and is a cornerstone of the district's mining economy.
3
Differentiate from other major mining districts in the state
Nellore is associated with mica, Kurnool with cement-grade limestone, and Ananthapuramu with gold and iron ore.
Prevents confusing adjacent Rayalaseema and Coastal Andhra mineral zones.

Key Concept

State Mineral Resource Endowments and Spatial Distribution
Estimated Time:1m 0s
Question 17Question →

Consider the following statements regarding the 'Mukhyamantri Ladli Behna Yojana' implemented by the Government of Madhya Pradesh:

1. It provides monthly direct financial assistance through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to eligible resident women of the state.
2. Households possessing more than five acres of agricultural land or having an annual family income exceeding ₹2.5 lakh are excluded from the scheme's benefits.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Answer: Both 1 and 2

Answer

Both 1 and 2
The correct response identifies that both statements are valid. The Mukhyamantri Ladli Behna Yojana is a targeted social security scheme of Madhya Pradesh designed to empower women financially via monthly Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). Eligible beneficiaries are resident women within the designated age bracket (21–60 years). To ensure targeted delivery, the scheme clearly excludes households with an aggregate annual income exceeding ₹2.5 lakh, families owning more than 5 acres of cultivable land, or families with an active income tax payer.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze the core objective and disbursement mechanism of the Mukhyamantri Ladli Behna Yojana.
The scheme facilitates monthly direct benefit transfers (DBT) into the Aadhaar-linked bank accounts of eligible resident women in Madhya Pradesh to foster economic independence and nutritional security.
Verifying the foundational design confirms that the first statement is correct.
2
Evaluate the exclusion criteria and eligibility limitations established under the scheme guidelines.
The policy excludes families with an annual income greater than ₹2.5 lakh, families owning more than 5 acres of agricultural land, income tax payees, and regular government employees.
Assessing the defined socio-economic parameters confirms that the second statement is correct.
3
Synthesize the findings to determine the correct statement combination.
Both statements are correct, making the combined choice the accurate answer.
Aligning both validated statements matches the option affirming both provisions.

Key Concept

Eligibility thresholds, exclusion criteria, and direct financial transfer architecture of state flagship women welfare schemes.
Estimated Time:1m 0s
Question 18Question →

The famous 13th-century Sun Temple at Konark, Odisha, renowned for its chariot design in Kalinga architecture, was built by King Narasimhadeva I belonging to which of the following dynasties?

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Answer: Eastern Ganga Dynasty

Answer

Eastern Ganga Dynasty
The Konark Sun Temple in Odisha was built around 1250 CE by King Narasimhadeva I of the Eastern Ganga Dynasty. Designed in the shape of a colossal chariot with 24 carved stone wheels pulled by seven horses, it represents the pinnacle of Kalinga temple architecture and is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the architectural monument and location
Sun Temple at Konark, Odisha (Kalinga style architecture)
Establishing the precise heritage site being assessed.
2
Recall the historical patron ruler and royal lineage
King Narasimhadeva I of the Eastern Ganga Dynasty (reigned c. 1238–1264 CE)
Matching the monument to its specific royal patron.

Key Concept

Dynastic Patronage of Regional Temple Architecture
Estimated Time:45s
Question 19Question →

With reference to demographic indicators, Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs), and human development parameters in Indian State PSC General Studies assessments, consider the following statements:

1. Districts with a higher concentration of Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations frequently display higher child sex ratios (0–60–6 years) compared to highly urbanized and industrialized districts.
2. The Ministry of Home Affairs identifies PVTGs based on four specific criteria: pre-agricultural level of technology, stagnant or declining population, extremely low literacy, and subsistence level of economy.
3. High female literacy rates in tribal-dominated districts invariably guarantee top-tier overall Human Development Index (HDI) ranks due to proportionally high per capita district income.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Answer: 1 and 2 only

Answer

Statements 1 and 2 are correct, while Statement 3 is incorrect.
The combination stating '1 and 2 only' is correct. Statement 1 accurately reflects demographic patterns where tribal populations maintain healthier child sex ratios than urban centers. Statement 2 accurately lists the four official national parameters used to classify PVTGs. Statement 3 is incorrect because high literacy does not necessarily correlate with high per capita income or overall HDI superiority.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze Statement 1 regarding demographic distribution of child sex ratio in tribal versus urban districts.
Statement 1 is TRUE. Census data consistently indicates that ST-dominated districts retain higher child sex ratios (0–60–6 age bracket) than affluent urban centers where gender-biased sex selection is historically more prevalent.
Socio-cultural dynamics in tribal societies place relatively equal value on female children.
2
Analyze Statement 2 regarding the official criteria for designating Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs).
Statement 2 is TRUE. The Government of India (Dhebar Commission guidelines) uses four baseline criteria: (i) pre-agricultural technology, (ii) declining or stagnant population, (iii) extremely low literacy, and (iv) subsistence-level economy.
These criteria delineate tribes needing targeted constitutional and developmental protection.
3
Analyze Statement 3 regarding the linkage between district literacy rates and HDI sub-indices.
Statement 3 is FALSE. While literacy contributes to the education index of HDI, overall HDI is a composite index incorporating life expectancy (health) and per capita income (standard of living). High literacy in tribal districts often exists alongside low per capita income.
Multidimensional development indicators require economic and healthcare infrastructure, not literacy alone.

Key Concept

State Demographics, PVTG Identification Criteria, and HDI Component Dynamics
Question 20Question →

Consider the following statements regarding the agricultural zoning and natural resource distribution within a state's economy:

1. Black soil (Regur) tracts in the basaltic plateau region predominantly support cotton and sugarcane cultivation, forming the backbone of the state's agro-processing sector.
2. The Dharwar geological formations in the southern district belt contain major iron ore and manganese deposits that contribute substantially to the mining sector's Gross State Value Added (GSVA).
3. Laterite soil zones in the coastal high-rainfall belt are highly fertile and primarily utilized for intensive canal-irrigated wheat farming.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

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Answer: 1 and 2 only

Answer

Statements 1 and 2 are correct, while statement 3 is incorrect.
Statements 1 and 2 correctly describe the agricultural role of moisture-retentive black soils in supporting cash crops (cotton and sugarcane) and the economic contribution of metallic mineral deposits in Dharwar rock formations to the state's mining GSVA. Statement 3 is incorrect because laterite soils are heavily leached, acidic, and nutrient-deficient, making them unsuitable for intensive wheat farming.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Evaluate Statement 1 regarding agricultural cropping patterns on basaltic black soils.
Statement 1 is correct. Basalt-derived black soil (Regur) retains high moisture, making it ideal for rainfed and irrigated cash crops like cotton and sugarcane, which feed the state's agro-processing industries.
Soil texture and mineral composition determine crop suitability and regional agro-industrial linkages.
2
Evaluate Statement 2 regarding mineral resource distribution in Dharwar rock systems.
Statement 2 is correct. Dharwar geological formations are famous for metallic mineral deposits such as high-grade iron ore and manganese, which generate significant revenue and mining Gross State Value Added (GSVA).
Geological rock systems correlate directly with specific mineral belts and economic sector output.
3
Evaluate Statement 3 regarding laterite soil fertility and crop suitability.
Statement 3 is incorrect. Laterite soils develop under high temperature and heavy rainfall where intense leaching washes away silica, leaving behind iron and aluminum oxides. These soils are acidic, poor in organic matter, and generally unsuited for intensive wheat cultivation; they are instead used for plantation crops such as cashew and rubber.
Pedological leaching mechanisms reduce soil fertility in laterite tracts.

Key Concept

Relationship between soil types, geological mineral belts, crop distribution, and State GSVA contribution.
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