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RAS 2013 I — Previous Year Questions with Answers

40 questions with answer keys and explanations.

  1. Q1 · History

    Enlist any two salient features of Nathdwara paintings.

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  2. Q2 · History

    Write a note on Jaipur Prajamandal and Quit India Movement 1942.

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  3. Q3 · History

    What do you know about Din-i-Ilahi of Akbar?

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  4. Q4 · History

    Write the difference between Arya Samaj and Ramkrishna Mission.

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  5. Q5 · History

    Write the ideals of Renaissance Man.

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  6. Q6 · History

    Explain the concept of "Rina" in Indian tradition.

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  7. Q7 · History

    Write about the strategic importance of Ranthambhor fort.

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  8. Q8 · History

    Comment on the nature of the uprising of 1857.

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  9. Q9 · History

    "Treaty of Versailles was responsible for World War II." Comment.

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  10. Q10 · History

    Describe Maldeo's relations with Humayun and Sher Shah. OR Write a short note on Ancient Indian Scientific Literature.

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  11. Q11 · Polity

    Explain the significance of the word 'Secular' in the Preamble of the Indian Constitution.

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  12. Q12 · Polity

    Define Money Bill.

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  13. Q13 · Polity

    Write the characteristic features of Good Governance.

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  14. Q14 · Polity

    Write about the Munshi-Ayangar formula in the Constituent Assembly.

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  15. Q15 · Polity

    Distinguish between Secretariat departments and Directorates at the State level.

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  16. Q16 · Polity

    Write about the borrowings of the Indian Constitution from the Government of India Act 1935.

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  17. Q17 · Polity

    Discuss the progress, positive impact and limitations of Citizens' Charters in India.

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  18. Q18 · Polity

    "India is a Federal State with Unitary features." Comment.

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  19. Q19 · Polity

    "A strong democracy needs election reforms." Comment.

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  20. Q20 · Polity

    Discuss the factors responsible for India's Unity despite its diversities and challenges. OR Discuss Rajasthan's administrative innovations and reforms.

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  21. Q21 · Economics

    Mention the Government programmes for Skill Development.

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  22. Q22 · Economics

    What measures can be taken for improving the Global Competitiveness of India?

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  23. Q23 · Economics

    Name the 'Sunrise' industries in India.

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  24. Q24 · Economics

    Write about the basic indicators for Human Development indices.

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  25. Q25 · Economics

    Write the features of 'Saansad Adarsh Gram Yojana'.

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  26. Q26 · Economics

    "Agriculture has been neglected in Five Year Plans." Comment.

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  27. Q27 · Economics

    Write about the strategy for development of the manufacturing sector in Rajasthan.

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  28. Q28 · Economics

    Write the salient features of Jan-Dhan Yojna.

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  29. Q29 · Economics

    Critically examine the "Beti Bachao Beti Padhao" programme.

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  30. Q30 · Economics

    "Financial inclusion is imperative for socio-economic development." Comment. OR Discuss the impact of road development on rural economy.

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  31. Q31 · Geography

    What are the causes of rainy winters and dry summers in Mediterranean climate?

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  32. Q32 · Geography

    What is Nubra Valley?

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  33. Q33 · Geography

    Write about the significance of Hungrijan Moran.

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  34. Q34 · Geography

    Why is western Rajasthan extremely affected by drought?

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  35. Q35 · Geography

    Write the characteristics of the 'Dang region' of Rajasthan.

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  36. Q36 · Geography

    Write about the Diego Garcia Conflict.

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  37. Q37 · Geography

    Differentiate between the Bangar and Khadar regions.

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  38. Q38 · Geography

    Describe the geographic-cultural identity of the Shekhawati region.

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  39. Q39 · Geography

    'Rajasthan has immense potentiality of solar energy.' Explain.

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  40. Q40 · Geography

    Describe the causes of ecological crisis in India. OR Divide Rajasthan into agro-climatic regions and describe any one in detail.

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