RAS Mains 2024

Full Length Test - General Studies-III

Unit -I

(75 Marks)

Part-A

Marks: 10

Note: Attempt all questions. Answer the following questions in 15 words each. Each question carries 2 marks.

1. What is meant by ‘Separation of Powers’ in the Indian Constitution?

2. Define the term ‘Sovereignty’ with respect to the Indian state.

3. What are the qualifications required for a member of the Rajya Sabha?

4. Explain the concept of a ‘Money Bill’ in the context of the Indian Parliament.

5. What is the function of the GST Council in India?

Unit -I

Part-B

Marks: 25

Note: Answer all the following questions in 50 words each. Each question carries 5 marks.

1. Write a brief note on the key features of the 73rd Constitutional Amendment.

2. What are the powers and functions of the President of India in the context of national emergencies?

3. Explain the importance of the 86th Constitutional Amendment in the context of education.

4. Describe the procedure for the impeachment of the President of India.

5. Discuss the significance of the Right to Information Act, 2005.

Unit - I

Part - C

Marks: 40

Note: Attempt all questions. Answer the following questions in 100 words each. Each question carries 10 marks.

1. Discuss the role of Civil Society in promoting and strengthening democracy.

2. Outline the key features of the Indian Constitution.

3. Analyze the significance of the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs) in ensuring social justice.

4. Discuss the role of the Judiciary in protecting Fundamental Rights in India.

Unit -II

(65 Marks)

Part-A

Marks: 10

Note: Attempt all questions. Answer the following questions in 15 words each. Each question carries 2 marks.

1. What is the main function of the Finance Commission?

2. What are the objectives of the Rajasthan Guaranteed Delivery of Public Services Act, 2011?

3. What are the functions of a cabinet secretary in India?

4. How many seats are allocated to the state of Rajasthan in the House of People and the Council of States?

5. What is the process of removal of a High Court judge?

Unit -II

Part-B

Marks: 25

Note: Answer all the following questions in 50 words each. Each question carries 5 marks.

1. What are the key principles of the bureaucratic theory of public administration proposed by Max Weber?

2. What is the significance of non-partisanship in maintaining the credibility of civil services?

3. What are the key provisions of the Rajasthan Data Center Policy 2025?

4. What is meant by Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)?

5. What is the Collegium system in India, and how does it function in the judicial appointment process?

Unit - II

Part - C

Marks: 30

Note: Attempt all questions. Answer the following questions in 100 words each. Each question carries 10 marks.

1. What is the concept of secularism in the Indian Constitution, and how does it influence the relationship between the state and religion?

2. What are the key challenges faced by Cooperative Federalism in India, and how can they be addressed for effective governance?

3. Assess the significance of India’s participation in the QUAD grouping in shaping its foreign policy towards the Indo-Pacific region.

Unit -III (Section - A)

(20 Marks)

Part-A

Marks: 10

Note: Attempt all questions. Answer the following questions in 15 words each. Each question carries 2 marks.

1. Where were the Khelo India Youth Games organized, and how did Rajasthan perform in the event?

2. Who were the recipients of the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award 2024?

3. What do you understand by concussion?

4. What is tennis elbow injury?

5. Where is the headquarters of the Rajasthan State Sports Council located?

Unit -III (Section - A)

Part-B

Marks: 10

Note: Answer all the following questions in 50 words each. Each question carries 5 marks.

1. Analyze the significance, eligibility criteria, and impact of the Arjuna Award on recognizing excellence in Indian sports.

2. Explain the role of Sports Authority of India (SAI) in Indian sports development.

Unit -III (Section - B)

(20 Marks)

Part-A

Marks: 10

Note: Attempt all questions. Answer the following questions in 15 words each. Each question carries 2 marks.

1. What are the primary causes of forgetting according to interference theory?

2. Define Anti-positivism.

3. Define working memory.

4. What is meant by social intelligence in the context of interpersonal relationships?

5. What are the sources and symptoms of occupational stress?

Unit -III (Section - B)

Part-B

Marks: 10

Note: Answer all the following questions in 50 words each. Each question carries 5 marks.

1. What are the different models of memory and how do they relate to the learning process?

2. What is Howard Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences?

Unit - III (Section - C)

(20 Marks)

Part-A

Marks: 10

Note: Attempt all questions. Answer the following questions in 15 words each. Each question carries 2 marks.

1. What is Vicarious liability?

2. What is Section 69A of Information Technology Act, 2000?

3. What are Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)?

4. What are the provisions for proactive disclosure under the Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005

5. What is the difference between ownership and possession in property law?

Unit - III (Section - C)

Part-B

Marks: 10

Note: Answer all the following questions in 50 words each. Each question carries 5 marks.

1. Discuss the key features of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012, and its implementation challenges.

2. What are the provisions related to the appointment of Patwaris, Girdawar Qanungos(Land Records Inspectors) under the Rajasthan Land Revenue Act, 1956?