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The correct answer is the option 3. 

Key Points 

Hence the correct answer is option 3.  

Additional Information

• Kunwar Singh (Jagdishpur):
• Leader of the 1857 Revolt in Bihar. He led the rebellion in Jagdishpur, inspiring resistance against British rule.
• Hazrat Mahal (Lucknow):
• Queen of Awadh, played a significant role in the 1857 Revolt, leading the resistance in Lucknow.
• Khan Bahadur (Bareilly):
• A leader of the 1857 Revolt in Bareilly, a stronghold of the rebellion in Rohilkhand.
• Maulvi Ahmadullah (Faizabad):
• A prominent leader in Faizabad, known for his strategic skills and resistance against the British during the 1857 Revolt.

The correct answer is option 1.

Key Points

• Electrophiles are species that seek electrons and can accept an electron pair. They are electron-deficient and usually have a positive charge or an incomplete octet.
• Na⁺ (Sodium ion) is a cation, but it is not an electrophile because it does not have an empty orbital to accept electrons. Instead, it is a positively charged spectator ion and does not actively participate in electrophilic reactions. Hence, option 1 is correct.
• BF₃ (Boron trifluoride) is an electrophile because boron has an incomplete octet and can accept electron pairs.
• H⁺ (Proton) is a strong electrophile as it has no electrons and readily accepts electron pairs.

The correct answer is option 1.

Key PointsThe Finance Commission is a constitutional body established under Article 280 of the Indian Constitution. Its primary function is to ensure an equitable distribution of financial resources between the Centre and the States. Hence option 1 is the correct answer.

Additional Information

• Established under Article 280 of the Indian Constitution.
• The President of India constitutes the Finance Commission every five years.
• Consists of a Chairperson and four members appointed by the President.
• The members are typically experts in the fields of finance, economics, and public administration.
• Primary Functions:
• Revenue Distribution: Recommends the distribution of tax revenues between the Centre and the States.
• Grants-in-aid: Recommends the principles for grants-in-aid to the States from the Union Government.
• Fiscal Relations: Improves the fiscal relations between the Centre and States by addressing their financial needs.

The correct answer is option 4. 

Key Points

• The 141° W longitude is the official boundary that separates Canada (Yukon Territory) and Alaska (USA). Hence option 4 is the correct answer.
• This boundary was established under the Anglo-Russian Convention of 1825, where Britain (on behalf of Canada) and Russia agreed that the boundary between Russian America (now Alaska) and British Canada would be set at the 141° W longitude.
• When the United States purchased Alaska from Russia in 1867, this boundary remained unchanged and was later reaffirmed by agreements between the U.S. and Canada.

The correct answer is option 1.

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• The 91^st Constitutional Amendment Act, 2003, placed a limit on the maximum strength of the Council of Ministers in both the Central and State Governments. Hence option 1 is the correct answer.
• According to this amendment, the total number of ministers, including the Chief Minister, in a State cannot exceed 15% of the total strength of the State Legislative Assembly, with a minimum of 12 ministers.
• This provision was added to Article 164(1A) of the Indian Constitution.

The correct answer is option 1.

Key Points

• Conductivity (κ, kappa) of an electrolyte refers to the ability of a solution to conduct electricity, which depends on the number of ions per unit volume.
• In the case of a strong electrolyte (such as NaCl, KCl, HCl), the degree of dissociation is nearly 100%, meaning all the solute molecules dissociate into free ions.
• Upon dilution (adding more water):
• The concentration of ions per unit volume decreases, as the total number of ions remains the same but they spread out in a larger volume of solvent.
• This reduces the overall conductivity (κ) because fewer ions are available in a given volume to carry electric current.
• Although molar conductivity (Λm) increases due to greater ion mobility, specific conductivity (κ) decreases because the concentration of ions per unit volume decreases.

The correct answer is option 4. 

Key Points

• Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) is a key indicator of public health and healthcare quality in a country.
• It is defined as the number of deaths of infants under one year of age per 1,000 live births in a given year. Hence option 4 is the correct answer.
• It reflects nutritional status, maternal health, healthcare facilities, and socio-economic conditions of a region.
• Countries with better healthcare and nutrition have lower IMR, whereas developing countries often have higher IMR due to factors like malnutrition, poor sanitation, and lack of healthcare access.

The Correct answer is Option 1. 

Key Points

Identify the small “inner” triangles:

There are 6 small triangles formed directly by the intersecting lines.

Combine small triangles to form larger ones:

You can form 3 “medium” triangles by joining pairs of those small triangles.

You can form 2 more “medium” triangles by joining three small triangles at once.

Include the outermost triangle: The large boundary triangle itself counts as 1 more.

When you add them all up:

6 (small) + 3 (medium, using 2 small ) + 2 (medium, using 3 small ) + 1 (largest outer triangle) = 12 Triangles 

Hence Correct answer is Option 1.

The correct answer is option 3. 

Key Points

• Chitrakoot Temple is located in the Chitrakoot region, which is situated in Madhya Pradesh. Hence option 3 is the right answer.
• It is a significant pilgrimage site associated with Lord Rama, as it is believed that Rama, Sita, and Lakshmana spent part of their exile (Vanavasa) here.
• The region is famous for temples such as:
• Ram Ghat – A sacred riverside area on the banks of the Mandakini River.
• Kamadgiri Temple – Considered the heart of Chitrakoot, a hill believed to be Lord Rama’s abode.
• Gupt Godavari Caves – A place where Lord Rama and Lakshmana are believed to have lived.

The correct answer is option 3.

Key Points

• Dr. Rajendra Prasad was a member of the Interim Government of India (1946), which was formed as a transitional government before independence.
• He held the portfolio of Food and Agriculture, focusing on issues related to food security, agriculture policies, and rural development. Hence option 3 is correct.
• His efforts were crucial in addressing food shortages and promoting self-sufficiency in agriculture during the critical pre-independence period.
• Interim Government and Its Significance:
• Formed on 2^nd September 1946 under Jawaharlal Nehru as the head.
• Acted as a provisional government before full independence in 1947.
• Played a key role in drafting policies for independent India.