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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements about science in medieval South India,
1. The Katapayadi system of numerals, which was invented by Vararuchi of Kerala, the author of Chandra Vakyas, was used for calculating the position of Moon on any day of the year.
2. Achyuta Pisharati (1550 1621) wrote Uparagakriyakrama, a text on eclipses.
3. Ravi Varma of Mahodayapuram set up an observatory and is also said to have inaugurated the Kollam era.
How many of the statements is/are correct?
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(c) All three statements are correct
The Katapayadi System of Numerals: The Katapayadi system is a unique way of representing numbers using the Sanskrit alphabet. Each numeral is associated with a specific consonant in the Katapayadi sequence.
This system was indeed invented by Vararuchi of Kerala, who is also known for his work “Chandra Vakyas.” The Katapayadi system was used for various calculations, including determining the position of celestial bodies like the Moon on any given day of the year.
Achyuta Pisharati did write “Uparagakriyakrama,” a text on eclipses.
Ravi Varma of Mahodayapuram and the Observatory:
• Ravi Varma, associated with Mahodayapuram, is credited with setting up an observatory.
• Additionally, he is said to have inaugurated the Kollam era, which is a regional calendar system.
• Observatories during medieval times were crucial for astronomical observations, aiding in the understanding of celestial events and timekeeping.
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(c) All three statements are correct
The Katapayadi System of Numerals: The Katapayadi system is a unique way of representing numbers using the Sanskrit alphabet. Each numeral is associated with a specific consonant in the Katapayadi sequence.
This system was indeed invented by Vararuchi of Kerala, who is also known for his work “Chandra Vakyas.” The Katapayadi system was used for various calculations, including determining the position of celestial bodies like the Moon on any given day of the year.
Achyuta Pisharati did write “Uparagakriyakrama,” a text on eclipses.
Ravi Varma of Mahodayapuram and the Observatory:
• Ravi Varma, associated with Mahodayapuram, is credited with setting up an observatory.
• Additionally, he is said to have inaugurated the Kollam era, which is a regional calendar system.
• Observatories during medieval times were crucial for astronomical observations, aiding in the understanding of celestial events and timekeeping.
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Lonar, Dhala and Ramgarh places are known for
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(c) Astrobleme
India has three of these meteor impact craters – Ramgarh in Rajasthan, Lonar in Maharashtra and Dhala in Madhya Pradesh. Interestingly, these meteor impact craters are called Astroblemes. When translated from Greek, they mean star wound.
Estimated to have formed some 2500 million years ago, the Dhala Crater is the oldest and the largest impact crater in India. It is located in Shivpuri district in Madhya Pradesh.
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(c) Astrobleme
India has three of these meteor impact craters – Ramgarh in Rajasthan, Lonar in Maharashtra and Dhala in Madhya Pradesh. Interestingly, these meteor impact craters are called Astroblemes. When translated from Greek, they mean star wound.
Estimated to have formed some 2500 million years ago, the Dhala Crater is the oldest and the largest impact crater in India. It is located in Shivpuri district in Madhya Pradesh.
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements,
1.Section 8 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, bans convicted politicians (for certain offences) from contesting.
2.Those facing trial, no matter how serious the charges, are free to contest.
Which of these statements is/are correct?
Correct
(c) Both 1 and 2 statements are correct
According to data from the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR), the number of candidates with criminal charges elected to Parliament in India has been on the rise since 2004.
In 2004, 24% of parliamentarians had pending criminal cases, which rose to 43% in 2019.
In a petition filed in Feb 2023, it was claimed that there has been an increase of 44% in the number of MPs with declared criminal cases since 2009.
In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, 159 MPs had declared serious criminal cases against them, including those of rape, murder, attempt to murder, kidnapping, crimes against women.
Section 8 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, bans convicted politicians (for certain offences) from contesting. However, those facing trial, no matter how serious the charges, are free to contest.
According to Article 102 (1) of the Constitution, Parliament is obliged to make a law on the matter.
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(c) Both 1 and 2 statements are correct
According to data from the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR), the number of candidates with criminal charges elected to Parliament in India has been on the rise since 2004.
In 2004, 24% of parliamentarians had pending criminal cases, which rose to 43% in 2019.
In a petition filed in Feb 2023, it was claimed that there has been an increase of 44% in the number of MPs with declared criminal cases since 2009.
In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, 159 MPs had declared serious criminal cases against them, including those of rape, murder, attempt to murder, kidnapping, crimes against women.
Section 8 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, bans convicted politicians (for certain offences) from contesting. However, those facing trial, no matter how serious the charges, are free to contest.
According to Article 102 (1) of the Constitution, Parliament is obliged to make a law on the matter.
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
With respect to tax to GDP ratio, consider the following statements
1. It is the share of taxes in the overall output generated in the country.
2. Higher ratio denotes a wider fiscal net and reduced dependence on borrowings.
3. A lower ratio poses challenges for the government’s spending.
How many of the above is/are correct?
With respect to tax to GDP ratio, consider the following statements
1.It is the share of taxes in the overall output generated in the country.
2.Higher ratio denotes a wider fiscal net and reduced dependence on borrowings.
3.A lower ratio poses challenges for the government’s spending.
How many of the above is/are correct?
Correct
(c) All three statements are correct
The tax-to-GDP ratio represents a country’s tax kitty relative to its GDP, indicating the government’s ability to finance its expenditure.
A higher ratio denotes a wider fiscal net and reduced dependence on borrowings.
Impact of lower ratio: A lower ratio poses challenges for the government’s spending on critical infrastructure and investments. It also strains fiscal deficit targets and constrains expenditure despite robust economic growth.
The measures can potentially boost the ratio (to increase revenue)
1.Enhancing tax compliance
2.Implementing the Direct Tax Code
3.Rationalizing GST
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(c) All three statements are correct
The tax-to-GDP ratio represents a country’s tax kitty relative to its GDP, indicating the government’s ability to finance its expenditure.
A higher ratio denotes a wider fiscal net and reduced dependence on borrowings.
Impact of lower ratio: A lower ratio poses challenges for the government’s spending on critical infrastructure and investments. It also strains fiscal deficit targets and constrains expenditure despite robust economic growth.
The measures can potentially boost the ratio (to increase revenue)
1.Enhancing tax compliance
2.Implementing the Direct Tax Code
3.Rationalizing GST
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
With reference to INCREMENTAL CASH RESERVE RATION (I-CAR) consider the following statements
1. The Incremental Cash Reserve Ratio (I-CRR) is a percentage of liquid cash that banks must maintain with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
2. I-CRR is a long term measure to absorb excess liquidity in the banking system.
3. Scheduled banks are required to maintain an I-CRR of 15% on the net increase in their demand and time liabilities.
Select the correct answer from options given below?
Correct
(b) 2nd Statement is only correct
The Incremental Cash Reserve Ratio (I-CRR) is a percentage of liquid cash that banks must maintain with the Reserve Bank of India. The RBI announced I-CRR as a temporary measure to absorb excess liquidity from the banking system. Scheduled banks are required to maintain an I-CRR of 10% on the net increase in their demand and time liabilities.
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(b) 2nd Statement is only correct
The Incremental Cash Reserve Ratio (I-CRR) is a percentage of liquid cash that banks must maintain with the Reserve Bank of India. The RBI announced I-CRR as a temporary measure to absorb excess liquidity from the banking system. Scheduled banks are required to maintain an I-CRR of 10% on the net increase in their demand and time liabilities.
